Warner Board of Selectmen
Meeting Minutes
April 26, 2005

 

Meeting opened at 6:00 p.m.

In attendance: Selectman Wayne Eigabroadt – Chairman, Selectman Richard A. Cook

Absent: Selectman David E. Hartman, attending Regional Co-op meeting.

Recorder of the minutes is Mary Whalen

Others present:

George Allie – resident

Pamela Allie – resident

Ken Hazen – resident

Ed Mical – Maintenance Technician

Barbara Annis – Planning Board

Argus Champion

Chairman Eigabroadt made the motion to go into non-public session per RSA 91-A:3 II (a), Selectman Cook seconded the motion.  The motion passed.  Chairman Eigabroadt made the motion to close the non-public session and to open the public session.  Selectman Cook seconded the motion.   The motion passed.

Ed Mical met with the Selectmen and informed them that the alarm system has been changed over to Atlantic Security.  The system has been tested by Atlantic Security; Mr. Mical will also conduct monthly tests to the system.  Slate has been ordered for section II of the Town Hall roof (area closest to the grass).  Repair may begin in July.  Mr. Mical will arrange for a contractor to refinish the main floor in the Town Hall, two weeks are reserved in July.  The windows for the Old Grade School have been ordered, installation is also scheduled for July.  Selectman Cook asked Mr. Mical about the 60kw generator.  The Director of Public Works asked the Selectmen if the generator could be sent to auction.  The emergency operation center has a new generator that is completely installed.  Mr. Mical recommended auctioning the 60kw generator.  Chairman Eigabroadt commented that past boards discussed keeping the generator, repairing and making the unit portable and then storing it at the Transfer Station.  The Town Mechanic started the 60kw generator and found that it was blowing past the head gasket, and there is also a fuel leak.  The Selectmen will make a final decision on the generator by the end of next week.

Mr. Mical, as Emergency Management Director informed the Board that the Town is registered for the Disaster Relief Declaration.  Merrimack County is only eligible for the January 2005 storm.  There is still a possibility that Warner may be eligible for the February & March storm.  Mr. Mical will be attending a Hazardous Material Training Seminar on May 11, 2005 .  Mr. Mical has been working with the tenants at the Old Grade School for Emergency Planning, Mr. Greg Champlin from the Bureau of Emergency Management completed a presentation today, and a plan will be drafted for the building.  At the May 10th Department Head meeting, Mr. Mical would like to take the opportunity to speak about the Incident Command System. 

The Selectmen verified the references supplied by Toni Fantasia regarding the custodial position.  Selectman Cook made the motion to hire Toni Fantasia as the Town buildings custodian.  Chairman Eigabroadt seconded the motion.  The motion passed.  The Board will meet with Ms. Fantasia on May 3, 2005 to conclude the offer of employment. 

Mr. Ken Hazen met with the Selectmen to comment about the condition of Pumpkin Hill Road .  Mr. Hazen asked if any improvements to the road are scheduled for this year.  The Selectmen explained that ditching is scheduled for Duck Pond Road , and catch basins will be cleaned out, but there is no major construction scheduled.  Mr. Hazen commented that Pumpkin Hill Road is becoming rougher every winter; there are areas of the road that are splitting.  Mr. Hazen would like to see the Selectmen communicate with the State to begin repair of the State sections of Pumpkin Hill Road .  Chairman Eigabroadt explained that money is the main factor; the cost of repairs is constantly increasing.  The Director of Public Works has a list of road projects along with what is in the Capital Improvements Program.  Mr. Hazen commended the Town for taking a section of Pumpkin Hill and reconstructing it.  Mr. Hazen would rather have reconstruction than shimming.  Mr. Mical commented that Pumpkin Hill Road has been identified as a main through way from Warner to Franklin . 

Selectman Cook commented that the salt contract terminates on April 30, 2005 .  It is anticipated that the cost of salt will increase.  Selectman Cook made the motion to allow the Director of Public Works to purchase salt within the current budget at the time that Mr. Brown feels it would be advantageous to the Town.  Chairman Eigabroadt seconded the motion.   The motion passed.

The Director of Public Works has been using the crushed glass in a construction project.  There will be a notice posted at the Transfer Station for residents that are interested in using the product, by appointment only.  The area where the glass is stored is restricted. 

Selectman Cook made the motion to sign the following Intents to Cut, Map 3 Lot 39, Map 3 Lot 40 and Map 7 Lot 58-1.  Chairman Eigabroadt seconded the motion.  The motion passed.

The Selectmen signed general correspondence; Runnels Loop decision, Old Lull Trace decision, letter to the Maria Committee to allow parking across from Simonds School, weather permitting, a container permit with a November 30th deadline date, and Right to Know request regarding a mobile home.

Motion to adjourn at 8:00 p.m.

 

Board of Selectmen

Wayne Eigabroadt – Chairman
David
E. Hartman   (Absent from meeting)                 
Richard A. Cook