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

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

Recorder of the minutes is Mary Whalen.

Martha Mical, Assessing Clerk met with the Selectmen and asked if the Board would like to proceed with the processing of pick-ups (property upgrades) that were generated from the Taxable Inventory Forms. The Board discussed the previous decision to not implement penalties to the property owners who did not fill out and return the Taxable Inventory Form. With that decision in mind the pick-ups should not be processed. The Board requested that the Assessing Clerk forward to the Board the Taxable Inventory Forms that trigger a pick-up for the Boards review. Selectman St. James commented that he is inclined to reverse his original decision (not to impose penalties) and to follow through with the Taxable Inventory Form process. Selectman Eigabroadt would like to see the whole process as far as how much is the Town going to generate in revenue versus the cost to process the forms. Mrs. Mical is keeping a record of hours and postage costs. Chairman Brayshaw asked the Assessing Clerk what the benefits are with keeping the Taxable Inventory Form. Mrs. Mical explained that it is a tool to keep the Towns property values up to date along with the building permits. Mrs. Mical informed the Board that the State will request an update to property values for 2005. Mrs. Mical stated that raw land is assessed at $35,000.00 to $40,000.00 and it is selling for $70,000.00 and up. Property assessment should reflect market value. Selectman Eigabroadt asked about other towns that do not use the inventory form and how do those towns maintain an equalized value. Wendy Pinkham commented that those towns require interior building permits. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion not to penalize or process the pick-ups generated from the Taxable Inventory Forms and that the Board revisit the continuation of the Taxable Inventory Forms when more information is generated. Selectman Eigabroadt seconded the motion. Selectman St. James opposed. Motion passed. Mrs. Mical asked if wages are exempt from the 5% budget cut and does it apply to all departments. The Selectmen agreed.

Charlie Albano from Parks & Recreation informed the Board that the Babe Ruth field is 80% complete. The Skateboard Park has been dug out, planning for hard top by mid July. The Men’s Club donated $3,000.00 for basketball stands. Mr. Steve Bridgewater has donated an irrigation system. The construction for the tennis courts will go out to bid soon. Mr. Albano asked the Selectmen if the Highway Department might assist in the construction of the parking area. The Selectmen approved the request for Highway Department’s assistance. Mr. Albano commented that as the park becomes more complete, as an investment, more frequent police presence would be advantageous.

Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to go into non-public session per RSA 91-A; 3 II (c) matters if discussed in public may affect a person’s reputation. Selectman Eigabroadt seconded the motion. All were in favor. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to close the non-public session and to seal the minutes. Selectman Eigabroadt seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Chairman Brayshaw commented that a "cease & desist" order was served to Mr. George Naughton on June 18, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. The deadline date is July 8, 2004. The order demands that all commercial vehicle operations cease immediately. Linda Mueller asked what happens after July 8. Who will be the enforcer? The Selectmen will be the enforcers and if necessary legal action will be pursued.

Wendy Pinkham met with the Selectmen for approval to pave the back parking area located at the Town Hall. Mrs. Pinkham has discussed this suggestion with the Director of Public Works; paving can be completed at the same time when the sidewalks are being constructed on Church Street. Selectman Eigabroadt made a motion to approve the paving of the back parking area located at the Town Hall (the cost will be deducted from the Highway Paving line). Selectman St. James seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Charles Durgin expressed a concern to the Selectmen’s decision regarding anonymous complaints/suggestions; no anonymous complaints will be recognized by the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Durgin has received anonymous calls regarding child abuse etc. and is asking the Selectmen if those should be ignored. The Selectmen referred to State regulations that Mr. Durgin is mandated by and also recommended using his own discretion.

Martin Re-Development Committee, Anthony Mento, Rebecca Courser and Stephen Brown met with the Selectmen for input regarding the option agreement, a work session was recommended in order to discuss issues in depth. Tuesday, July 6 at 6:00 p.m. is scheduled for a work session. Mr. Mento spoke to the Director of Public Works, Allan Brown about the parking at the Martin Building. Mr. Brown mapped out the current bounds of the building and is willing to sit with the Committee about his suggestions to the parking situation. The Committee has met with Mr. Closs who had expressed his enthusiasm about the project.

The Selectmen discussed the use of alcohol during organization meetings at the Town Hall. The liability issue is a great concern. Non-organization use requires the hiring of police detail if alcohol is going to be used. The Selectmen will research the liability concern further before making any decision.

The Selectmen discussed the setting of the tax rate. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion that in the future, tax rate and surplus determination will require all three signatures from the Board of Selectmen. Selectman St. James seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Selectman Eigabroadt discussed an available training program (Work Place Violence and Defusing Hostile Situations). Mr. John Healy and Police Chief William Chandler will be conducting this training program. This training is recommended for town personnel that deal with the public. Selectman Eigabroadt will arrange a time and date for the training to take place.

The Selectmen visited the Transfer Station on June 26, 2004. Parking was discussed, the Board agreed to take a pine tree down that is experiencing a great deal of rot, the tree was determined hazardous by a State Forester five years ago. This will enable an area to be cleaned out for additional parking.

The Selectmen proposed a sign out system for information leaving the Selectmen’s office (property cards, building permits etc.).

Selectman St. James made a motion to move forward and continue the repair of Quimby Road (ditches deepened and widened in the Town of Salisbury) up to Mr. Loops home and proceed to forward the billing for such work to the Town of Salisbury as agreed by the Salisbury Selectmen. Selectman Eigabroadt seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Judith Rogers, Town Clerk presented a recommendation for Deputy Town Clerk to the Selectmen. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to appoint Bonnie Barnard as Deputy Town Clerk. Selectman Eigabroadt seconded the motion. All were in favor. Ms. Barnard will be attending a class for certification.

Mrs. Annis inquired about a Code Enforcement Officer. The Selectmen are still pursuing a possible candidate.

Bob O’Connor stated that the town’s lawns are looking good with one exception, the Transfer Station. Also, has a resolution to the appointing of in perpetuity been resolved? And has legal counsel been addressed? Selectman Eigabroadt explained that the term is simply open ended and at the Selectmen’s discretion.

Selectman St. James made a motion to approve the two non-public meeting minutes and the public meeting minutes dated June 15, 2004. Chairman Brayshaw seconded the motion. All were in favor.

Motion to adjourn at 8:30 p.m.

John C. Brayshaw

Peter St. James

Wayne Eigabroadt