Chairman Brayshaw opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m.

In attendance: Selectman John C. Brayshaw – Chairman, and Selectman Peter St. James

Recorder of the minutes is Mary Whalen.

Jayne Rayno a TDS representative met with the Selectmen to further discuss an updated phone system for the Town Hall offices. The Selectmen previously voted to approve the quote submitted by TDS. The Town Hall office staff was also available to ask questions. It was decided that 456-2298 would be the main receiving call line with a voice message that would direct any other incoming calls if the line were occupied. Two additional phone lines will need to be added to accommodate outgoing calls. The Tax Collector and Assessing Clerk will share one phone line. Chris Perkins asked if the new system would be able to link with the outside departments. Ms. Rayno explained that it would not be part of the phone system itself, but if the Town decides to use Centrex throughout, the capability will be there. The cost savings per month would be $127.18 with the Centrex system. The Selectmen will contact TDS after full review of the information presented.

Assessing Clerk, Martha Mical asked if the Selectmen wish to proceed implementing the penalties for inventory forms that have missed the extended deadline date of May 1, 2004. The Assessing Clerk has received 75% of the forms back. Chairman Brayshaw made the motion to discontinue the use of the "inventory form". Selectman St. James recommended tabling the vote until there is a full Board. Chairman Brayshaw withdrew the motion. Richard Senor commented that the forms keep the town stabilized in regards to property taxes, and are a reference for the town census. Selectman St. James made the motion not to implement the penalties for the inventory form. Chairman Brayshaw seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Linda Mueller met with the Selectmen to discuss the activities that are taking place at the property owned by George Naughton. The Selectmen have received numerous complaints from Mrs. Mueller and other residents (on file) in regards to the trucks, trailers, noise, parking, and repairs that are taking place and also the storing of equipment. Mr. Naughton’s property is located in an R2 zone, which prohibits any of the above activities. Mrs. Mueller is also concerned about the impact on the environment (diesel fuel, oil etc.). The Selectmen will address Mrs. Mueller’s concerns. Mr. Naughton will be asked to attend the June 1 Selectmen’s meeting, the Board will ask for clarification on past commitments by Mr. Naughton, (the purchasing of property & stating that he is not running a business from his home).

Ken Benward met with the Selectmen to discuss the Building Inspector position. Mr. Benward’s experience consists of electrical training in the Air Force, head of building maintenance at Labsphere, and has worked for a carpenter. The Selectmen explained the position and the rate of pay. The Board will consider the two candidates that have expressed interest in the position on June 1, 2004.

Selectman St. James made the motion to approve meeting minute’s dated April 27, May 4 and May 4 non-public session. Chairman Brayshaw seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to appoint Wayne Eigabroadt to the position of Selectman until the next election that will take place in March 2005. Selectman St. James seconded the motion. All were in favor. Thank you letters will be sent to all the candidates who expressed an interest.

The Warner Business Association contacted Selectman St. James to explain that it is a consensus of the WBA that the Selectmen should continue in the direction of both business and residential, regarding doing away with subsidizing the dumpsters in the Town of Warner. There is a previous motion that dealt with just residential dumpsters. It has since been learned that in order to track the dumpster users it must be all dumpsters including businesses. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion that effective June 1, 2004 the Town of Warner will not incur the cost through Concord Regional for any dumpster user commercial or residential. Selectman St. James seconded the motion. All were in favor. Mr. John Healy commented that the Warner Business Association would be meeting with Naughton Disposal to discuss suggestions for the set up of recycle dumpsters for business’s and their location.

The Selectmen received Town Counsel advice toward the Martin Building Option Agreement. The Selectmen will review the response during the week.

Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to have the Maintenance Technician secure one day per week either Thursday or Friday and mow all the municipal buildings. Selectman St. James seconded the motion. The Selectmen would like the municipal buildings to look there best through the grass-mowing season. Chairman Brayshaw discussed the esthetics of the Police Station’s current sign. Chairman Brayshaw has secured substantial partial donations in regards to putting a new sign that is more in character to the Town of Warner. Mr. Healy commented that he would bring the sign issue to the Warner Business Association for a possible donation. Selectman St. James made the motion to move forward and further investigate a new sign for the Police Department without any expense to the Town and continue to secure donations. Chairman Brayshaw seconded the motion. All were in favor.

The Selectmen accepted the resignation of George Stevens from the Pillsbury Library Trustees. Selectman St. James made the motion to appoint Paige Doherty to the Pillsbury Library Trustees until the next election in March 2005. Chairman Brayshaw seconded the motion. All were in favor.

The Selectmen proceeded to sign final drafts of correspondence, and four cemetery deeds. Previously signed during the week was one intent-to-cut and two current-use penalties.

Mr. Bjork asked if skateboarding is allowed on the sidewalks. The Selectmen explained that there is a Town Ordinance that prohibits skate boarding on the sidewalks.

Richard Senor commended the Selectmen for progressing with things that should have been taken cared of years ago.

Mr. Eigabroadt commented that as Selectman he does not have any pre-conceived notions or personnel agenda’s, and will be looking at upcoming issues with logic.

Public Comments closed.

Chairman Brayshaw stated that any overtime or vacation time needs pre-approval per the personnel policy from the Board of Selectmen. A notice will be sent to all employees as a reminder that no overtime will be paid for without pre-approval of the Board of Selectman.

Summer meeting schedule will be as follows; June 1, 15 & 29, July 13 & 27, the month of August has yet to be determined.

Motion to adjourn at 8:00 p.m.

Board of Selectmen

John C. Brayshaw – Chairman

Peter St. James