MEMBERS PRESENT:       Jim Dudley, Chairperson; Lisa Levine, Chris Boyd, Jim Talley. (Chris Neme was absent.)

ADMINISTRATION:           Paul Bohne, Town Manager; Peter Frankenburg, Financial Officer; Craig Wooster, Fire Chief; Mark Willis, Rescue Chief.

OTHERS PRESENT:            Terry Kennaugh, Judy Christensen, Tom Moreau, Gene Cloutier, Terry McKnight, Jane Osborne McKnight, Jim Croft, Sue Davis (Shelburne News), and others.

 

The Selectboard entered Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters.

Mr. Dudley called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m.

 

Agenda additions: 5a) Fieldhouse, LLC Statement; 6a) Bob Schumacher retirement from Water Commission.

None.

4.         PRESENTATION/APPROVAL OF THE CHITTENDEN SOLID WASTE DISTRICT (CSWD) ANNUAL BUDGET

Tom Moreau, CSWD General Manager, explained budget changes. There is a 10% increase in expenses offset by an 11% increase in revenues. Material is being processed from the surrounding counties (Addison, Franklin, Chittenden, Lamoille). The tip fee has been decreased. Health insurance increases impacted the budget.  Effort continues on designing and permitting a regional landfill. A regional landfill will save $80 million over the life of the landfill by eliminating trucking costs to send waste material to Moretown and Coventry.  Shelburne’s sludge fee will increase by 3.2% ($90,000 total), but the trash fee will remain the same as last year, stated Mr. Moreau. The budget vote process was explained.  There were no comments.

 

MOTION by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Ms. Levine, to accept the proposed FY06 CSWD Budget as presented. VOTE:  unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

Mr. Bohne reviewed the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) which has been reviewed by the Town Attorney.  Judy Christensen gave a brief history of the Boy Scouts headquarters at Shelburne Farms and the current Davis Park “Scout Barn” location. There are up to 50 active Scouts in the troop. Thanks were extended to Shelburne News for helping the Scouts find a new home in 1982. The Town owns the Scout Barn building, and the Scouts raised money for construction of the building. The previous lease was for a 10 year period. The Scouts have maintained the building. Future plans include restoring the bathroom.

 

MOTION by Mr. Talley, seconded by Ms. Levine, to approve the draft Memorandum of Agreement for use of the Boy Scout Building at Davis Park as presented.

DISCUSSION: Mr. Bohne stated the Town will request a certificate of insurance from the Scouts. If for some reason the building must be vacated, the town will negotiate to find the Scouts a new home. The intent is to have the Scouts at the Davis Park building in perpetuity. It was noted the Scouts have the power to decline a termination of the agreement. The Town can not terminate the agreement. It was suggested language could be added saying “if the Town finds it necessary to take action on changes to the agreement, there would be a good faith effort on the part of the Town to find an in-kind replacement for the Boy Scouts”.

AMENDMENT  TO MOTION by Mr. Talley to add a condition #9 stating “In the event of unforeseen circumstances and the Town finds it necessary to take action on changes to the agreement, there would be a good faith effort on the part of the Town to find an in-kind replacement for the Boy Scouts.”

DISCUSSION OF AMENDMENT: Ms. Christensen expressed concern about the amount of time and money spent by the Town for a postage stamp size of property on behalf of town children in perpetuity being in jeopardy, adding without the cooperation of Dunbar Bostwick, the Webb family and the Snelling family, the building would not exist. Mr. Bohne clarified that if the Town has a need for the parcel, then the Town will have to find an “in-kind” replacement. Ms. Christensen expressed concern in today’s market in Shelburne it may not be possible to replace the parcel. Ms. Osborne-McKnight suggested adding “finding of need” and “substantial comparables” language to the proposed amendment. Staff will draft language for review by the Town Attorney.

VOTE: Action was tabled until the next Selectboard meeting.

Mr. Dudley read a written statement regarding the Blodgett Fieldhouse, LLC appeal of a Zoning Board of Adjustment decision as follows:

On May 2, 2005, the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) met to consider the request from Fieldhouse LLC for conditional use approval to place four (4) steel girders on top of the former Blodgett Building.  The Board denied the request.

On Wednesday, May 4, Fieldhouse LLC filed an appeal of the ZBA decision with the State Environmental Court.  The Selectboard asked the Town Attorney to file a Notice of Appearance on behalf of the Town in this appeal.

Prior to the Selectboard meeting tonight, members of the ZBA met with the Selectboard in Executive Session regarding the Town’s position on the appeal. Based on the Selectboard’s understanding of the issues upon which the ZBA based their decision, the Selectboard will direct the Town Attorney to proceed.

The Town negotiated with Fieldhouse LLC to temporarily erect two (2) girder sections and the necessary supports and stabilizers so that those involved in permitting the project could better assess the impact of the girders on the character of the area.

 

Shelburne Athletic Club

            The Shelburne Athletic Club opened May 4, 2005.  Prior to opening, a Certificate of Occupancy was received from the Vermont Department of Labor and Industry.  The Town of Shelburne did not issue a Certificate of Occupancy on the grounds that certain conditions of approval required by the Shelburne Planning Commission were not met.  Fieldhouse, LLC has been given notice of conditions that must be met by Thursday, May 12, 2005, 4:30 PM.  If the conditions are not met by this date and time, the Town is prepared to file an injunction with the Environmental Court, seeking cessation of operations until the conditions are met. 

At this time, the major issue is the Conditional Use Approval for the fieldhouse and the subsequent building permit.  We are working diligently to resolve the issues, and meet the town’s regulatory obligations.

 

Mr. Dudley reviewed the proposed amendment to the Traffic Ordinance reducing the speed limit from 35 mph to 30 mph on Falls Road from Church Street to Route 7. The change was recommended by Joseph Oppenlander, Trans/Op Inc, consultant hired to conduct a village speed limit study. Ms. Levine asked if there are any financial ramifications and if the impact will be worth the change. Vehicle speed may not change. Mr. Bohne estimated the cost for four signs to be $35 each, posts are $35 each and with man-hours would total an estimated cost of $300. There was discussion of the impact on the actual driving speed on the roads and the signs creating visual clutter.  Mr. Boyd noted the study showed vehicle speed is self-regulated near the entrance to the shopping center. Changes should focus on crosswalks and Irish Hill Road, specifically the advisory postings on the curves.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Chuck Bigelow, resident, pointed out if the majority of responsible drivers in the village and on Spear Street drove 35-40 mph, there would be no issue. Mr. Bigelow agreed with focusing on traffic calming on Irish Hill Road. In the village/shopping area, the majority of drivers are going less than the posted speed, with the occasional driver exceeding the speed limit heading north. The area should be posted 30 mph.

 

Terry Kennaugh, resident, spoke in support of a 30 mph speed limit or even a 25 mph speed limit.  Drivers on Falls Road heading to Route 7 tend to speed up to “make the light”.

 

MOTION by Ms. Levine, seconded by Mr. Talley, to adopt the proposed amendment to the Traffic Ordinance reducing the speed limit to 30 mph on Falls Road from Church Street to Route 7 as presented.

 The Selectboard signed the resolution.

 

Mr. Bohne gave a progress report on the Bay Road/Route 7 intersection project and closure of Bay Road. Sewer line relocation work is complete and sections of the replacement culvert have been installed. The project is on schedule. It is anticipated Bay Road will be reopened by May 25^th. Bay Road residents east of the underpass are using a temporary opening to Route 7 from Maple Leaf Lane. Speed bumps have been installed. The speed cart is set up in the neighborhood to alert drivers to their traveling speed. The Shelburne Police have been patrolling the neighborhood as well. There was further discussion of the project and the anticipated completion of the work. Crews are working on the east side of the road. All pipe, excavation and base pavement work should be done by the end of July.  Completion of the Bay Road culvert work, closure of the temporary Maple Leaf Lane entrance, and removal of the speed bumps and signs will occur at the end of May.

 

Mr. Talley asked about the number of vehicles owned by the Town (Highway Department has eight, the Fire Department has seven, the Police Department has five, Buildings and Grounds have two, the Water Department has two, and the Sewer Department has two for a total of 20 vehicles). Large dump trucks are on a seven year replacement cycle. Paul Goodrich, Highway Department, and Mike Gill, Town Mechanic, will present reports at the next Selectboard meeting.

 

Craig Wooster, Shelburne Fire Department Chief, explained current Fire Department services including fire suppression, vehicle extrication, ice and water rescue, hazardous material (operation level), fire prevention and urban search and rescue. The department did not encounter major (big city) emergencies. Future missions/strategies may include trench rescue. The need for a ladder truck is based on Insurance Community Ratings, National Fire Ratings, and modern construction practices, especially with regard to building height, roof trusses and pitch issues. Due to growth of the town, a second fire station is needed to maintain time and response standards in homeowners and business insurance categories. Currently, Shelburne has a split rating of 6/9 (a 5/4 rating would be better).  There was discussion of mutual aid sharing of a ladder truck and training staff with surrounding community fire stations (South Burlington Fire Department has trained staff to run a ladder truck). Exploring the purchase of a ladder truck now versus as proposed in 2009 was also discussed. Chief Wooster explained the fire station does not have the capacity to house a ladder truck. The cost of a ladder truck is approximately $500,000. The number of daytime volunteer firefighters varies from three to six people. The Fire Department is currently meeting VOSHA staffing standards. Some daytime staff works out of town. ISO rating of response times to calls have an impact on insurance rates. Chief Wooster will research response times to specific locations (response time to Pine Haven Shore was 8.9 minutes, up from seven minutes the previous year; response time for an actual fire was six minutes). Route 7 reconstruction improvements will help reduce response times, especially with pre-emptive signals working as planned.  

 

Mr. Dudley suggested using the Town build-out analysis to identify potential locations for a second fire station. Chief Wooster mentioned a consultant will be hired to assist in identifying a location. Funding is included in the next fiscal year to explore locations. Mr. Frankenburg pointed out an impact fee (for fire services) could be considered. Further exploration of the impact fee suggestion is needed.

 

Mark Willis, Rescue Chief, reported there are 45 volunteer staff members with 25 consistently active members and a percentage of the 45 members on leave. If a building expansion is possible, consideration should be given for a rescue squad facility with storage, exercise room and training equipment. The current building needs an exhaust system upgrade. Standards for certifying EMTs have become more difficult. Mr. Dudley asked if the existing fire station would be used as a fire station/rescue squad facility if a new (second) fire station is constructed. Mr. Bohne confirmed discussions are ongoing on the matter. There was further discussion of the potential for the Shelburne and Charlotte fire departments to share an administrative position, staffing EMT shifts (rescue staff live within the village or stay at the station during shifts), VOSHA regulations pertaining to exhaust systems and personnel remaining on-site overnight (the last VOSHA audit was done in 2001; staff will contact VOSHA on this matter). If the new station is voted down by the taxpayers, strategies must be re-thought (satellite station with two bays and officers for basic needs). Equipment needs include dispatch software, water systems/supplies (dry hydrants), a water rescue boat (not for fighting fires; the Coast Guard fireboat handles boat fires).

 

None.

 

Mr. Dudley reported Victoria Carleton, Shelburnewood, said residents received a valid sale notification and are exploring options. A meeting is scheduled at Shelburne Trinity Episcopal Church on Wednesday, 05/11/05, at 6:30 p.m.

 

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

 

Minutes respectfully submitted by Kathlyn Furr, Recording Secretary.

 

Accepted,

 

Jim Dudley, Selectboard Chairperson

MEMBERS PRESENT:       Jim Dudley, Chairperson; Lisa Levine, Chris Boyd, Jim Talley. (Chris Neme was absent.)

ADMINISTRATION:           Paul Bohne, Town Manager; Peter Frankenburg, Financial Officer.

OTHERS PRESENT:            John Guidry, Steven Selin, Rick Peterson, Paul Goodrich, Charles Bigelow, Dick Reid, Victoria Carleton, Sandy Lawrence, Pat Lawrence, Colleen Haag, Sharron Balaban, Larry Williams, Sue Davis, Shelburne News, and others

The Selectboard entered Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters.

Mr. Dudley called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.

 

Agenda addition: 11b) Bank Name Change from Charter One to Citizen Bank

Mr. Selin, Falls Road resident, suggested forming a subcommittee or a mechanism to consider alternative options to reduce vehicle speed other than lowering posted speed limits. Funding could be a part of the study. On another matter, Mr. Selin asked the Board to install a crosswalk as an emergency measure in the Bacon Drive and Jacardo’s store area.

 

Ms. Balaban, resident, spoke in support of posting the speed limit on Falls Road at 25 mph because the area is densely developed. Drivers slow down in the shopping areas near Church Street/Falls Road. Drivers exceeding the 35 mph speed limit on the Falls/Marsett/Irish Hill roads do not seem to notice the gardens, closeness of homes, or pedestrians who share the roadway. Ms. Balaban suggested narrowing the travel lanes and adding a pedestrian walkway lane on the bridge to slow traffic.

 

Mr. Guidry, Bacon Drive resident, expressed interest in a walkway in the Bacon Drive area. Mr. Guidry volunteered to serve on a traffic calming subcommittee.

Mr. Peterson reviewed revisions to Paragraph 1 (brief history) and Paragraph 5.c (provides flexibility with the lease of the town building) of the draft MOA Boy Scout/Shelburne agreement. Ms. Levine suggested attaching a written history of the Scout building and the Town citizens who participated. Mr. Peterson will make copies of newspaper clippings and notes for the Town.

MOTION by Ms. Levine, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to execute the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Town of Shelburne and Troop 602, Shelburne Boy Scouts, regarding use of the Boy Scout facility at Davis Park with corrections to include re-numbering the MOA points and a reference to the Boy Scout facilities in the Town records. VOTE: unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

The notice of sale for Shelburnewood Mobile Park sent to tenants was reviewed. The residents have chosen Vermont State Housing Authority to represent them. Victoria Carleton (Home Association President), Sandy Lawrence, and Pat Lawrence appeared on behalf of the homeowners. Mr. Momaney, Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA), gave a brief history of VSHA (non-profit, non-governmental organization), Act 252, and negotiations for the purchase of the mobile home park. A residents’ association has been formed. VSHA will purchase the park on behalf of the tenants and convey the property to the tenants. A public access greenway along the river is part of the proposal. The Town will be asked to sponsor a Vermont community block grant application. The tenants have received a valid closure notice which expires in a year. There is a 16’ wide easement (substandard width) through Shelburne Inn property that provides access to the park. The access should be upgraded. Letters have been sent to abutters regarding potential solutions. Mr. Dudley asked if the possibility of subdividing the park as an option to raise funds has been explored. Mr. Momaney assured VSHA looked at all options. The tenants do not want a negative impact on their property. The purchase price is large and the VSHA is seeking philanthropic avenues as well as other sources. The price is calculated at $88,000 per unit versus the more standard $20,000 per unit, said Mr. Momaney. Mr. Dudley stated the town will support the VSHA effort.  Ms. Levine asked if VSHA used the “no net loss of affordable housing” option. Mr. Momaney explained it is not clear where Shelburne fits a “no net loss” option. The organization does preservation of housing at risk, but only uses the no net loss during a relocation project where “no net loss” applies.

 

Mr. Bohne reported the Town filed a brief with the Supreme Court. The Town Attorney and Tom Little are co-counsels. The progress summary can be posted on the website. VELCO has a schedule process. Objections were raised. There continue to be open-ended questions. The Public Service Department raised concerns to the PSB regarding the schedule filed by VELCO.  Ms. Levine asked about seeking a stay. Mr. Bohne noted the design process will take time. There is a six-month time frame for the appeal. Mr. Dudley commented that if the Town did not appeal, the feeling was leverage is lost. With the appeal, the Town has a strengthened stake at the table.

 

 

 

 

7.         ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSSION OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING BY-LAWS AND SET A HEARING DATE         

The Selectboard received the proposed amendments to the zoning bylaws. Another amendment will be heard by the Planning Commission on 05/26/05. Staff recommends the Selectboard acknowledge receipt of the presented amendments and schedule a public hearing on 06/28/05. If the Planning Commission approves the amendment to be discussed on 5/26/05, this item can be added to the 6/28/05 Selectboard agenda. The proposed zoning changes allow construction of handicap access within setback requirements and redevelopment of large lots within the Village Core District. Ms. Levine asked if the zoning changes will impact the Blodgett home setbacks. Mr. Bohne did not know. The Village Core Overlay allows 10,000 square feet of combined business/residential bases. The proposal will increase density.

 

Mr. Williams, co-owner of the Shelburne Inn, commented the village core overlay reflects the compact development base in the village. The amendment will create rules to mimic what exists. Density is the biggest change. Mr. Dudley clarified the change allows an increase in density without subdividing existing village lots.

 

MOTION by Mr. Talley, seconded by Ms. Levine, to acknowledge receipt from the Planning Commission of two proposed amendments to the zoning bylaws as presented and to schedule a public hearing on 06/28/05.  VOTE: unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

Mr. Bohne reviewed the First Reading of the proposed amendment of the Traffic Ordinance to change the speed limit on a section of Falls Road. If the Selectboard supports the change, a public hearing will be scheduled on 06/14/05.

 

MOTION by Ms. Levine, seconded by Mr. Talley, to accept the First Reading of the proposed amendment to the Traffic Ordinance to change the speed limit on a section of Falls Road from 35 mph to 30 mph as presented. VOTE: unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

Ms. Balaban asked if suggested changes can be made to the proposed amendment.

 

MOTION by Ms. Levine, seconded by Mr. Talley, to reconsider the acceptance of the First Reading of the proposed amendment to the Traffic Ordinance to change the speed limit on a section of Falls Road from 35 mph to 30 mph. VOTE: unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

Ms. Balaban asked the Board to consider an extended reduction of speed limit from the Falls Road bridge to the four-way stop at Marsett Road. Ms. Levine pointed out that the study suggested posting an advisory warning sign on the bridge and lowering the speed limit on the hill (Irish Hill Road). The Board needs a legal mechanism to justify lowering the speed limit (the speed limit subcommittee [Mr. Selin] could research this matter). Ms. Balaban suggested 25 mph versus 30 mph. Mr. Boyd noted the traffic study recommended 30 mph. Twenty-five mph is below the recommendation and a study will be needed. Mr. Dudley pointed out that if speed limits are lowered without study recommendations, then the speed limit from Route 7 to Church Street and Falls Road to the bridge would not be enforceable.

 

Mr. Talley asked if a “congested neighborhood” sign would be effective. Paul Goodrich, Shelburne Highway Department, stated people become blind to (road sign) clutter. Ms. Balaban spoke strongly in favor of including traffic calming measures language in the ordinance.

 

Mr. Selin noted Amy Campbell, VTrans, expressed surprise the traffic study did not include pedestrian considerations, turning movements (cars backing out of driveways), and such.

 

Mr. Bigelow, Cedar Ridge Drive resident, spoke in support of slowing traffic on Falls Road and in the village area, and posting 30 mph from the bridge to Falls Road combined with police presence and enforcement. Posting at 25 mph at bottom of Irish Hill Road could potentially create safety issues. Traffic should be slowed before descending the hill on Irish Hill Road, stated Mr. Bigelow.

 

MOTION by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Mr. Talley, to accept the First Reading of the proposed amendment to the Traffic Ordinance to change the speed limit on a section of Falls Road from 35 mph to 30 mph, and to warn a public hearing for 06/14/05.

DISCUSSION: Mr. Talley wanted to review the Traffic Study to look at the actual vehicle speed data.  Ms. Balaban stated lower speed limits coupled with traffic calming can be a powerful tool.  Mr. Selin stated the advisory speed limit is of concern. The Traffic Study specifically advised 25 mph at the bridge and 30 mph on the hill. The consultant did not recommend 25 mph along the entire section of road. The Town needs to consider traffic movements at Jacardo’s, cars backing out into the roadway, and such.

     CALL THE QUESTION by Mr. Dudley. Discussion ceased.

VOTE: unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

Paul Goodrich, Highway Department, was present to answer questions regarding the Highway Department budget. Peter Frankenburg reviewed vehicle turnover cycles, equipment replacement schedules, and cost allocations. The Highway Department has the most vehicles. Other departments are on a five to seven year replacement cycle. Replacement criteria are based on maintenance versus mileage. Police cruisers are traded every two years. The cruisers have over 100,000 miles and have maintenance issues. Fire vehicles have a 20-year life.  There was discussion of the mechanical history of vehicles and input from the Town Highway Department mechanic, the repaving process, condition of the highways, and the repaving schedule. Mr. Goodrich stated the snowplow crews are outstanding and highways are in good shape. There was also discussion of the increased wear on roads from truck traffic and rerouting of Route 7 traffic (Barstow, Spear and Harbor roads impacted), commuters using Spear Street versus Route 7 (this is expected to continue even after the Route 7 project is complete), re-paving costs (hot mix to increase $5 per ton this year), and whether the Capital Plan reflects maintenance of roadways. Mr. Frankenburg said the paving budget is not included in the program. Mr. Bohne confirmed the town is falling behind with re-paving every year. Road base reconstruction and paving is expensive as are traffic calming measures, bike lanes, and pedestrian sidewalks. Road data collected three years ago is still not entered into the software program which outlines the lifespan and expense of maintaining each road. The database requires annual updating.

 

In response to the suggestion to purchase larger dump trucks, Mr. Goodrich noted the size of the truck is not the issue, but the use of the truck (plowing, hauling and spreading sand/salt). Mr. Goodrich stated winter is hard on trucks, but safe roads are needed.  Narrowing the roads is creating a problem. Town trucks and fire trucks need a 12’ travel lane with a shoulder lane on each side for safe passage. Mr. Boyd asked if town growth (added streets) have increased plowing time. Mr. Goodrich replied 45 minutes to an hour has been added due to new developments. Also, the department was short one truck.

 

Mr. Frankenburg reviewed the proposed FY05/06 Capital Budget and Program. There was discussion about the shoulder-widening projects (basic shoulder widening, removal of ledges), the Paths Committee perceptions related to projects and funding (needs further dialog), and sidewalk projects including the LaPlatte River bridge.  Planning funds for the first section of the Webster Road-Longmeadow Bike Path project is in the budget. Funding is included in the Recreation Capital Program via impact fees.

 

Mr. Bigelow, resident, spoke in support of the shoulder widening project from Bishop Road to Irish Hill Road and to the LaPlatte Bridge as being a priority due to the serious safety issue for bicyclists. Mr. Frankenburg clarified shoulder paving will be added to another budget cycle. Ms. Levine asked about possible grant opportunities to address the safety issue. Mr. Bohne replied there are scenic byways grants which can be investigated for bike lane/shoulder projects. The Town would need to hire a grant writer if it pursued grants.

 

Mr. Bohne stated the Selectboard also serves as the Wastewater Commission and has the authority to approve the Wastewater Budget. Staff suggests the Wastewater Budget be approved at the June 14^th Selectboard meeting. Users will be notified of the new sewer rate.  Mr. Frankenburg reviewed the Wastewater Budget. Shelburne has the highest sewer rate in Chittenden County. There are two treatment plants and a high percentage of customers are residential. The rate is $6.62 per 1000 gallons for a small user base. Consultants are researching why the kilowatt usage has not decreased with the installation of the Variable Frequency Drive device. The FY05/06 proposed budget total expenses are $1.563 (2% increase). The rate increase is 6.5% ($0.43 rate change).  There was discussion of infiltration into the wastewater system (staff is beginning an inspection program of sump pumps and foundation drains flowing into the Town system), proposed change in staffing (going to five full time equivalent positions), manhole maintenance/refurbishing ageing manholes (there are 900 manholes in town), administration expenses related to meter reading costs (computer capacity is being built in as meters are re-built), sludge disposal cost reductions (a new employee will replace the hauler who trucked sludge from one plant to another), the automatic sludge measurement system which will bill for revenue, and off loading the Longmeadow Drive sewer system into the Deer Run pump station. Mr. Frankenburg reviewed expense and revenue summaries and noted debt service is 40% of the budget.

 

Mr. Bohne reviewed the bond for the Route 7 water line relocation project, the Blodgett recreation fields and tennis courts, and the Town sand and salt storage building. The Town is currently working with the owner of the property used by the Highway Dept. to obtain a long-term lease with an option to purchase.

 

MOTION by Mr. Talley, seconded by Ms. Levine, to execute the bond documents for the US 7 water line bond, the recreation fields, the salt and storage building, and tennis courts as presented. VOTE: unanimous (4-0); motion carried.

 

The Board signed the bond documents.

 

MOTION by Ms. Levine, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to authorize the Citizen Bank to act in all deposits and withdrawals for the Town of Shelburne, and appoint the Town Clerk as signatory for the Town.

Mr. Bohne reported Bay Road will re-open May 25, 2005. There is a joint Open Space/Natural Resources Planning meeting on 06/07/05 at 7:00 p.m. The proposed Open Space Plan will be e-mailed to the Selectboard. An Executive Summary will be e-mailed to Mr. Boyd and Mr. Talley as well.

 

Mr. Boyd reported there is a planning and zoning workshop on Thursday, 06/09/05 over  VIT at Blair Park in Williston.

 

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:35 p.m.

 

Minutes respectfully submitted by Kathlyn Furr, Recording Secretary. 

 

 

Accepted,

 

Jim Dudley, Selectboard Chairperson