Chairman Brayshaw opened the meeting at 6:30 p.m.. Selectman O’Connor and Selectman Mical was in attendance, along with members of the public. The recording secretary is Mary Whalen.

The first item on the agenda is a public hearing to upgrade a Class VI road known as East Joppa Road, Map 06, Lot 036, to a Class V road per RSA 231:28, the upgrading will be done by George Chase. The Selectmen reviewed the proposed plans with Mr. Chase. Chairman Brayshaw opened the hearing to public comment:

Marsha Rexford, who is an abutter, voiced a concern for the stone wall on the top of a slope going up to her lot, that the slope remains untouched, and the roads are shifted as far south as possible to protect from any erosion. Mr. Chase commented that when the lay out of the road was done, the Public Works Director did move the road farther to the south.

Chairman Brayshaw clarified that the road would not be paved, and asked if there would be any blasting. Mr. Chase said that would be determined as work commenced.

John Dabuliewicz asked how much will become a Town road. Mr. Chase stated about four hundred feet. Mr. Dabuliewicz asked what the cost will be to maintain this road. Selectman O’Connor addressed the cost of maintenance with this upgrade and the previous upgrade of Old Warner Road with the Public Works Director. At this point there is no significant financial impact. Selectman Mical clarified that after the road is accepted there will be an estimated two hours of grading four to five times a year. Discussion followed among the Board members. Mr. Dabuliewicz discussed the cost and growth factor, and character of the Town.

Chairman Brayshaw closed public comment, and read a letter from the Conservation Commission, addressed to the Planning Board and a copy sent to the Selectmen about the Chase proposal and the ecological significance of the forest on East Joppa Road section. The letter suggested that Mr. Chase place conservation easement on his land along Joppa Road to ensure that development on his lot does not open the door to additional development along this road. Chairman Brayshaw commented that an issue like this should go directly to the land owner on a more personal level. Mr. Chase pointed out that his family has worked hard to maintain the land, and that they have the same objectives in mind as the Conservation Commission.

Sue Bliss commented on the placement of utility poles. Mr. Chase is willing to position the utility poles to accommodate the surroundings.

Mr. Dabuliewicz asked if it is correct that you can’t build unless the road is upgraded to a Class V. Discussion followed.

Selectman O’Connor commented on the inevitable growth that is happening in the Warner area. The Selectmen will be meeting in the future with the Planning and Zoning Board to discuss future growth. A meeting date will be scheduled and posted.

Sarah Allan asked how the Selectmen prioritize a request for an upgrade of a Class IV road, and what the process is, and when a special exception is applied. Discussion continued. The criteria on the upgrading of a Class IV road is in a policy book. The Board looks at each request on an individual basis.

Public Comments were closed and discussion returned to the Board.

Selectman O’Connor made a motion to accept East Joppa Road upgrade, Map 06 Lot 36 to a Class V road per RSA 231:28. Chairman Brayshaw made an amendment to the motion to concern Lot 33 that on the proposed plan, none of the embankment with the stone wall be cut into. Discussion. Selectman O’Connor seconded the motion. Selectman Mical clarified that all expenses to upgrade the road will be incurred by Mr. Chase. All were in favor. The motion passed.

The Selectmen discussed the Finance Director’s medical leave.

Selectman Mical requested approval to have all fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems tested. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to accept the quotes presented by Selectman Mical, $300.00 for the Police Department, and $200.00 for the Old Graded School. Selectman O’Connor seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion passed.

The Selectmen discussed the lawn sprinkler system at the Police Department.

Town Hall parking was discussed.

Selectman Mical discussed the changes forthcoming with the Senior Center. Discussion followed.

Selectman O’Connor presented a letter regarding Boards and Committee’s receiving information from sources other than the Board of Selectmen which may not be 100 percent accurate. Any information a Board/Committee requires, should be requested through the Board of Selectmen or its representative to the particular Board/Committee. Discussion followed. Chairman Brayshaw made a motion to approve the format of the letter, and to adopt it to the policy book as a letter of policy. Selectman O’Connor seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion passed.

Public Comments:

Martha Mical presented a survey to the Selectmen from the Recycle Committee, and a revised ordinance.

Public comments were closed. Selectman O’Connor discussed the budget process. Discussion followed with the Board members.

Public comments were opened again.

Judy Rogers asked to have the windows fixed in the Town Clerk’s Office.

Jack Drago commented on the budget process.

Barbara Proper presented a list of Town revenue.

Health screening from NHMA (New Hampshire Municipal Association) will be available for the

Town employees. Date to follow.

There will be a speaker from NHMA to speak about the "Right to Know Law" on July 24, 2001 at 6:30 p.m., located in the Town Hall lower meeting room.

Public comments were closed.

The Selectmen signed the following:

Three building permits

One intent to cut

The Building Inspector’s job description was discussed.

Selectmen O’Connor made a motion to adjourn. Selectman Mical seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion passed.

John C. Brayshaw - Chairman

Robert C. O’Connor

Edward F. Mical