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Selectboard Meeting MinutesMINUTES SUBJECT TO CORRECTION BY THE SHELBURNE SELECTBOARD. CHANGES, IF ANY, WILL BE RECORDED IN THE MINUTES OF THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD.DRAFT TOWN OF SHELBURNE SELECTBOARDMINUTES OF MEETINGJanuary 2, 2007 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chris Neme, Chairperson; Jim Talley, Robert Roesler, Chris Boyd, Jane McKnight ADMINISTRATION: Paul Bohne, Town Manager; Peter Frankenburg, Financial Officer OTHERS PRESENT: Robert Platt 1. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Neme called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. 2. CHANGES TO AGENDA Add Item 3a., Chairman’s Comments. 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION None. 3a. CHAIRMAN’S COMMENTS Mr. Neme stated that he has had conversations with Shelburne Community School Board Chairperson Grant Bush regarding a joint meeting between the SCS Board and the Selectboard. They agreed to meet sometime in February after budgets were set. 4. BUDGET WORK SESSION Mr. Frankenburg and Mr. Bohne led the Board through a discussion of all revenue and expense items that were proposed to change more the $5,000 from the current budget to the proposed budget. No decisions were made, but several items were noted that will be further researched for discussion at future budget sessions: 1. Telephone system upgrade 2. CCTA increase detail 3. Pierson Building/Art Center lease 4. Cell tower revenues 5. Fire Hydrant Rent 6. Police and Dispatch salaries and overtime 7. Highway personnel, retreatment and drainage system maintenance. 5. ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Mr. Talley, to adjourn the meeting. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Paul W. Bohne III
SELECTBOARDMINUTES OF MEETINGJanuary 9, 2007 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chris Neme, Chairperson; Jim Talley, Jane McKnight, Chris Boyd, Robert Roesler. ADMINISTRATION: Paul Bohne, Town Manager; Peter Frankenburg, Financial Officer; Dean Pierce, Town Planner. OTHERS PRESENT: Robert Furrer, Stephen Selin, Ed Pomicter, Martin Wolf, Ellen Powell, Rebecca Reno, Heidi Bock, Susan DeClue, Jo Anne Denning, Diane Hartman, Rick Peterson, Reg Gignoux, David Webster, Chris Preston (Shelburne News). 1. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Neme, Chairperson, called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. 2. CHANGES TO AGENDA Add: Announcement from Jim Talley. 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Jim Talley announced he will pursue another two-year term on the Selectboard. 4. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING re: PLANNING COMMISSION’S PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE TOWN OF SHELBURNE ZONING BYLAWS AND CONSIDER APPROVING THE PROPOSED CHANGES Mr. Neme reviewed the zoning bylaw changes relate to proposed language reflecting new legislation/state statutes, language that conforms to the Town Plan, and a reduced 10’ setback for signage in the Village Core district. The public hearing is a continuation from the 12/12/2006 Selectboard meeting. Dean Pierce, Town Planner, reviewed comments received from Selectboard that included: · Definition of the low water mark which is the mean low water mark at 95.5’ per the Army Corps of Engineers. · Recreation refers to recreation without structures. Section 320.1 applies to specific accessory uses to outdoor recreation uses. · Pre-existing subdivisions relative to reduced setbacks and lot coverage that set a cap. · Route 7 frontage setback formula of square footage multiplied by 6.5% to equal the front yard setback or 90’, whichever is greater. Language needs clarification. · Design Review and Historic Preservation language needs clarification. Section 1600.b, Site Plan Regulations, will be part of future discussion. · Make the language consistent in Section 1620.3, Noncomplying Structures. Comments should be forwarded to the Planning Commission for the next round of revisions. The Board will have opportunity to review the revised document in May. Ms. McKnight asked if the changes regarding sign setbacks in the Village District will affect the Charter One Bank. Mr. Pierce confirmed this. PUBLIC COMMENTS Stephen Selin, resident, explained that a building he owns on Harbor Road has signage that is non-complying and he would like to change the sign yet maintain some proximity to the road. Reg Gignoux, resident, said he recently purchased a building on Harbor Road and would like to have all the sign setbacks consistent. Mr. Pierce noted the signage question originally had to do with businesses located on Shelburne Road. The Planning Commission did discuss other roads, such as Falls Road, but did not discuss signs on Harbor Road (preferring to defer the discussion at this time). For the purpose of planning and zoning, setbacks are measured from the property line versus the center of the road. The bylaw pertaining to signs makes allowances for overhanging signs in specific situations. Following further discussion, it was agreed to have the Planning Commission formulate the best solution for sign setbacks on Route 7 and Harbor Road. There were no further comments. MOTION by Mr. Talley, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to adopt the proposed changes to the Town of Shelburne zoning bylaws as presented. VOTE: unanimous (4-0) [Mr. Roesler not present for vote.]; motion carried. 5. SECOND PUBLIC HEARING re: PROPOSED TOWN PLAN AND CONSIDER APPROVING THE PLAN Mr. Talley spoke in support of the draft Town Plan proposed by the Planning Commission. Ms. McKnight mentioned the comment she sent related to reduction of setbacks to ease access to the public transit. A sentence could be added to (Page 58) Recommendation Action #2. Mr. Neme suggested amending the bylaw related to public transportation in general versus for a specific group, such as seniors. David Webster, resident, cautioned the Board to keep in mind the balance of need in relation to the reality of Route 7. The statement should not become a mandate. Reg Gagnon asked if CCTA buses can pick up residents of Shelburne Senior Bay right on the property. Ms. McKnight said according to CCTA, buses will not deviate from the fixed route due to time constraints in the schedule. Rick Peterson suggested CCTA consider having every third bus go directly to the Senior Bay property versus every bus. The Senior Center needs service. Robert Furrer, Shelburne Museum, spoke in support of CCTA buses transporting museum and/or handicapped visitors to the main ticketing center. Ms. McKnight will forward the suggestions to CCTA. The Board reviewed the draft Town Plan, Volume 1, as follows: · Energy, Action #3 - strike the second sentence (appears a second time on page 63). · Action #2 - change to read: “…such amendments should consider reducing setbacks to promote use of public transit services.” · Vision – change the sentence saying “…in some, Shelburne will be recognized that it is successfully meeting…” to read: “…that will continue to meet…” · Rural area (page 20), 1st recommended action - change language to read: “…to encourage required open areas to be on…” · Natural Resources and Scenic Areas, Action #7 (page 27) - change the word “clarify” to “cede” and change the word “control” to “management and stewardship” and add “…where possible and appropriate cede management and/or stewardship...” · Growth and Development (page 36), end of 1st paragraph – change “it’s” to “its”. · Housing, #3 - change the words “shall not” to “should not” (exceed 45 units), and in the 2nd sentence - change to read: “…this is consistent with a rate of population growth of no more than 110…”, delete the word “planned” and add the sentence suggested by Mr. Neme to read: “These are upper limits to what the Town views as integrating reasonable costs while preserving the natural characteristics and resources of the Town.” · Transportation, Action #13 (page 57) - add “to prioritize” structures, roads and highway projects. · Energy (page 58), Action #2, setbacks - add “to promote public transit service.” · In Volume II, Maps, Significant Views – need to color code for clarity. · In Volume II, Page 68, top, minimum safe turning radius – change to “approximately 50’” rather than “120’” . MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to adopt the proposed changes to the draft Town Plan as amended and to close the public hearing. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 6. PRESENTATION BY ELLEN POWELL OF PEOPLE CONCERNED ABOUT CHLORAMINES Ellen Powell introduced a group of concerned citizens representing “People Concerned about Chloramine.” Ms. Powell reviewed health concerns that up to 80 people have experienced since Champlain Water District (CWD) began using chloramines to purify the drinking water. Symptoms disappear when the treated water is not used, showing cause and effect. Ms. Powell said the citizen’s group met with the Water Commission and there was good discussion. Ed Pomicter, Shelburne resident and physician, stated he installed a filtration system at his own expense, and after the filtration system was installed he had CWD test the chloramines levels. The levels dropped 95% with the filters. The cost to have the filtration system installed professionally exceeds $1,200. Martin Wolf, Shelburne resident and chemist, gave a presentation on the differences between chlorine and chloramines. CWD changed the water additive in April, 2006. The ammonia injected into water binds with chlorine used to treat the water to form chloramines. Mr. Boyd asked why CWD did not bring information about chloramines to the Town. Mr. Bohne stated CWD was in contact with the Shelburne Water Commission prior to the April date regarding the additive. Mr. Neme suggested a different set of people may be affected by chloramines versus people sensitive to chlorine. Ms. Powell said her investigation revealed people who are sensitive to chlorine are more sensitive to chloramines. Diane Hartman testified water treated with chloramines is more stable and the chemical does not dissipate like water treated with chlorine. Rebecca Reno reported two DBPs were left in water treated by chlorine and chloramines was used to treat the DBPs, but the chloramines created many more DBPs then the two left after chlorine treatment. Mr. Talley asked if the Vermont Department of Health was consulted. Ms. Reno replied the Department of Health expressed interest in doing an epidermal study. Ms. McKnight asked if it is possible to make a claim or have CWD do a study of public health issues. Mr. Wolf replied that CWD will not take action until the Public Health Department says there is a health issue. People Concerned About Chloramines is having a discourse with the Massachusetts branch of the EPA branch. The EPA said no studies have been done since 1998. Ms. Powell interjected that human health studies were never done on the effects of chloramines. The public advocacy group is asking the Selectboard to put pressure on CWD. Mr. Neme said staff will contact the Department of Health regarding the matter. Susan DeClue, Shelburne resident, said she moved to Shelburne in October, 2005 and did not experience any problems until April, 2006. She has had bleeding lesions on her legs and very bad dandruff if she washes her hair with Shelburne water, but when she stops using Shelburne’s water her symptoms resolve within three weeks. Jo Anne Denning, Charlotte resident and Shelburne teacher, explained that she limits the exposure of her students to Shelburne water. She provides bottled water at her own expense and made curriculum modifications. The school has invested in a “green” building which is now compromised by dangerous water. Mr. Roesler asked if the Water Commission can be directed to take active steps to investigate and explore alternative water treatment methods. Mr. Boyd questioned why CWD does not use alternative treatment methods much like Burlington, St. Albans, and Rutland. Ms. Powell stated CWD’s position is that chloramines are safe. The only studies CWD reviewed concerned the safest ways to make chlorine/ammonia combinations to make chloramines. There are no safe chloramines, stressed Ms. Powell. Mr. Wolf added chloramines dissolves lead, which adds lead to the water forcing the addition of higher levels of phosphorus to keep lead levels down. The Selectboard will invite CWD and the Water Commission to a future Board meeting. 7. CONSIDER REQUEST FROM GARY MARCOTTE FOR FULL PAYMENT OF HIS INVOICE FOR INSTALLING LIGHTS ON THE TOWN CHRISTMAS TREE Tabled until Mr. Marcotte is present. 8. CONSIDER PETITIONING THE DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY VALUATION AND REVIEW FOR A REDETERMINATION OF THE EQUALIZED EDUCATION PROPERTY VALUE (CLA) FOR THE TOWN OF SHELBURNE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2007 MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to petition the Director of Property Valuation and Review for a redetermination of the equalized education property value (CLA) for the Town of Shelburne, effective 01/01/2007, and to authorize the Shelburne Selectboard Chairperson to sign the document on behalf of the Town of Shelburne. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 9. CONSIDER REQUEST OF SUSAN HEFLIN FOR WAIVER OF THE PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $113.29 FOR LATE PAYMENT OF TAXES Mr. Roesler said that in reviewing the letter received from Susan Heflin it appears there was an agreement with the Chittenden Bank to pay the property taxes. Ms. Heflin should take up the issue with the bank. MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to grant the request for a waiver of penalty in the amount of $113.29 for late payment of property taxes for Susan Heflin. VOTE: 0 ayes, 5 nays (Neme, Boyd, Roesler, McKnight, Talley); motion did not carry. 10. CONSIDER APPROVING THE MINUTES OF 12/12/06, 12/21/06, & 1/2/07 MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to approve the minutes of 12/12/06 as written. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. MOTION by Mr. Talley, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to approve the minutes of 12/21/06 with the following correction: Last Page, strike Mr. Marcotte’s comments after Adjournment. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to approve the minutes of 1/2/07 as written. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 11. MANAGER’S REPORT Mr. Bohne reported on the following items:
12. MEMBER CONCERNS Mr. Boyd asked for an update on the Martha Little mobile home. Mr. Bohne reported there is no update. Mr. Boyd said that complaints on the condition of Pond Road have been received. Mr. Boyd suggested narrowing the road and crowning the bed as potential solutions. Mr. Bohne stated there is some money budgeted for road repair, but it may not be possible to stabilize the roadbed. Mr. Neme asked about the response from the St. George Selectboard regarding the Shelburne/St. George town line question. Mr. Bohne said there has been no communication received as yet from Tom Carlson, Chairman of the St. George Selectboard. 13. ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Mr. Roesler, to adjourn the meeting. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by Kathlyn Furr, Recording Secretary.
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SELECTBOARDMINUTES OF MEETINGJanuary 23, 2007 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chris Neme, Chairperson; Jane McKnight, Chris Boyd, Robert Roesler, Jim Talley. ADMINISTRATION: Paul Bohne, Town Manager; Peter Frankenburg, Financial Officer. OTHERS PRESENT: Jim Fay, Tom Bessette, Mike Barsotti, Maria Horn, Susan McLellan, Patrick O’Brien, Ken Albert, Gail Albert, Diane Bertelsen, Chris Preston (Shelburne News). EXECUTIVE SESSION - Personnel The Board met in Executive Session at 6 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. 1. CALL TO ORDER (regular meeting) Mr. Neme, Chairperson, called the regular meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. 2. CHANGES TO AGENDA Regional Planning Commission Appointment: deferred until next Selectboard meeting. 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Patrick O’Brien, Forest Park Realty Corporation, provided copies of a map and draft Warranty Deed related to a 23.5 acre parcel of land (subdivision application). The map shows the proposed easement for a public street. As a condition of approval for the subdivision, the Selectboard must accept the Warranty Deed prior to submission of a mylar. The Town Manager and Town Attorney have reviewed the Warranty Deed. Mr. Bohne noted the proposal includes a management plan. Mr. Neme stated the Board would like to review supporting documents and conditions. Mr. O’Brien recalled in 2002 the Selectboard voted unanimously to accept the land. Mr. O’Brien will attend the next Board meeting to answer questions. 4. PRESENTATION BY CHAMPLAIN WATER DISTRICT ON THE INCLUSION OF CHLORAMINE DISINFECTANT TO THE DISTRICT’S WATER Jim Fay, General Manager of the Champlain Water District (CWD), Mike Barsotti, Director of Water Quality and Production at CWD, and Tom Bessette, the elected CWD Water Commissioner from Shelburne appeared before the Board. Mr. Fay gave a brief history of CWD which is a municipal water district governed by
Mr. Barsotti explained the “multiple barrier” approach as source protection, filtration, disinfection, and maintaining proper water throughout the system to the final tap. For primary disinfection CWD uses free chlorination, and monochloramines for secondary disinfection is used to maintain water quality throughout the system and in the storage tanks. Mr. Neme asked if primary disinfection is sufficient to carry water quality to the end of the line. Mr. Barsotti stated water travels a long distance through the system and retention of free chlorine was insufficient since chlorine dissipates in the storage tanks. Mr. Neme asked about reactions with chlorine. Mr. Barsotti explained that natural organic matter combines with the primary reactive free chlorine to form disinfection by-products and the secondary monochloramine disinfection stops this reactive process. Mr. Neme asked about filtering out more of the organic matter. Mr. Barsotti said with enhanced coagulation there is approximately 40% removal of total organic carbon. All surface water has organic carbon. CWD's source level is three parts per million versus five to six parts per million as in Texas. Mr. Fay added free chlorine treatment has a retention degradation life that limits its effectiveness. The new rules require sampling for levels of DBPs at locations in the served systems where they are the highest. The farther away from the treatment plant the higher the levels. Chloramines are stable and last longer in the system then free chlorine and stop the formation of DBP’s thus reducing their risk levels in the water. Mr. Barsotti stated the turn-over rate in the storage tanks is 25%-30% on a daily basis to minimize “water age”. The pH controls the mono-chloramines process. The pH of lake water in Shelburne Bay does not fluctuate much (7.2-7.8). CWD adjusts the pH to 7.6. Following engineering assessment and evaluation in CWD’s 2002 Master Plan, which looked at various options, mono-chloramines were recommended by the consultant. Mr. Barsotti stated there are no lead service lines within CWD towns, as had been the case in Washington DC. Solder of 50% lead/50% tin was used on the copper pipe joints in homes prior to 1987 in Vermont. In Washington DC monochloramines reacted with lead scale Mr. Neme asked if DBPs are a result of treatment. Mr. Barsotti stated each disinfectant type creates its own DBPs. The EPA continuously evaluates DBPs. Information on the types of by-products are continually being collected. Iodoacid is an example of an unregulated DBP that would not occur in CWD’s type of monochloramines treated water. Mr. Neme commented that the EPA has a history of ordering additives, and asked if alternatives were studied. Mr. Barsotti stated the EPA reviewed a long detailed health analysis that has been ongoing (since 1988). Each type of allowable disinfectant has a Maximum Residual Disinfectant Levels (MRDL). There are three allowable secondary disinfectants with MRDLs. The EPA sets disinfectant levels and if there are less than four parts per million for free chlorine and monochloramines disinfection then the EPA has determined the water is safe to drink. There are no adverse effect levels that the EPA uses in assessments that deal with all cancer and non-cancer health effects. Mr. Fay stated DBP groups will be regulated more strictly in the future and CWD has now reduced DBPs down to EPA Goal Levels with monochloramines. There was a report mailed out in a prior year regarding disinfectant changes. Mr. Neme noted there were comments/concerns from some Shelburne residents suggesting there is a sample population that is sensitive to the chloramine treatment. Mr. Neme asked what percentage of the overall US population has chemical sensitivity? Jim Fay replied he has heard 0.001% from the Health Department. The Select Board Chair noted this was 1 in 100,000 people and CWD noted that it served 68,000. Mr. Neme asked if CWD would support a request to the health department for an independent assessment. Mr. Fay stated CWD is working with the Vermont Health Department and they support the use of monochloramines in Vermont. Information is gathered on health symptoms, but those with symptoms have to work with their primary care physicians to obtain treatment. Their physicians should then contact the Vermont Department of Health if they, using evidence based approaches, consider any illness as related to a public water supply. Mr. Bessette said the CWD Water Commission asked people with complaints to have their doctor contact the Vermont Health Department and the CWD Board. Mr. Fay pointed out that 12.1% of the population in the United States has or will have some type of dermal symptom every year. The San Francisco Water Department did a study and determined a follow up was not necessary. The claims of symptoms surfaced in 2004 when the San Francisco “People Concerned About Chloramine” group started. The Vermont “People Concerned About Chloramines” group is following a similar approach to the San Francisco group. There are no other groups in the country reporting monochloramine symptoms with 40 million people served. Ms. McKnight clarified the complaints received by Shelburne were slightly different in nature, but all had profound interruption of life styles (for example not be able to bathe with Shelburne water). Perhaps there is a correlation to the symptoms and the water, and those people experiencing the symptoms may be the 0.001% of the population. She stated there may be some type of mitigation by the state, such as installation of a filtration system. Mr. Fay stated there is a toll free telephone number for the Surveillance Unit at the Department of Health Department. People should contact Dr. Cort Lohff, State Epidemiologist, or Bill Bress State Toxicologist at 1-800-640-4374. The Health Department Web Site is http://healthvermont.gov/ and the CWD Web Site is http://www.cwd-h2o.org/. 5. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE FY08 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO BE CONSIDERED AT THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to adopt Article VI which states: “Shall the Town adopt the Selectboard’s proposed budget of $5,958,829 of which $4,395,915 is to be raised by taxes?” VOTE: unanimous (4-0) [Mr. Tally not present for vote]; motion carried. 6. CONSIDER APPROVING WARNING FOR THE 2007 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING Mr. Bohne mentioned the petition regarding the Open Space Fund. Gail Albert, Shelburne Natural Resources and Conservation Commission, indicated the petition has been withdrawn. Mr. Neme reviewed the articles, noting Articles I-IV which will be voted on March 5, 2007 at town meeting and Articles V-VIII will be decided by Australian ballot on March 6, 2007. Mr. Bohne pointed out additional language to Article IX recommended by the Town Attorney as follows: “…qualified widow, widower, or children…” Ms. McKnight suggested consistent language in Article VIII (plural tense). MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to approve the Warning for the 2007 Annual Town Meeting with grammatical changes to Article VIII to make the tense consistently plural. DISCUSSION: Mr. Neme mentioned potentially increasing the Open Space Fund to $70,000 (from $50,000). The Board was not in support. There was further discussion of the fund (placing a cap on the fund, maintaining the fund, support for the fund by the voters, alternate sources of funding, competing interests). VOTE: unanimous (4-0) [Mr. Talley not present for vote]; motion carried. The Selectboard members signed the warning. 7. CONSIDER APPROVING RENEWAL OF 510 GALLONS PER DAY OF SEWER ALLOCATION PREVIOUSLY GRANTED TO BAY’S END, LLC Mr. Bohne reported to date there are structures on two of the five lots in the Bay’s End subdivision. MOTION by Ms. McKnight, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to renew the sewer allocation of 510 gallon per day previously granted to Bay’s End, LLC effective 01/23/2007. VOTE: unanimous (4-0) [Mr. Talley not present for vote]; motion carried. 8. RECONSIDERATION OF DENIAL BY SELECTBOARD OF PREVIOUS REQUEST FROM DIANE BERTELSEN FOR WAIVER OF THE PENALTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $117.62 FOR LATE PAYMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES Mr. Bohne reviewed the letter from Diane Bertelsen seeking reconsideration of her request for a waiver of the penalty for late payment of property taxes. There was discussion of the events that lead to late payment of the November property tax. MOTION by Ms. McKnight, seconded by Mr. Roesler, to reconsider the denial by the Selectboard of the request from Diane Bertelsen for waiver of the penalty in the amount of $117.62 for late payment of property taxes. VOTE: 0 ayes, 5 nays (Neme, McKnight, Boyd, Talley, Roesler); motion did not carry. 9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE ICMA 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN DOCUMENT MOTION by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to amend the ICMA 457 Deferred Compensation Plan document as presented, and to authorize the Town Clerk sign the amendment intact. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 10. CONSIDER APPROVING APPLICATION FOR A LOCAL COMMUNITY IMPLEMENTATION GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,315.00 TO BE UTILIZED FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Mr. Bohne stated the grant funds will be used to mark stormwater drains, for educational components, and to complete the Hullcrest Park landscaping project. MOTION by Ms. McKnight, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to approve the application for a Local Community Implementation Grant in the amount of $6,315.00 to be utilized for Stormwater Management. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 11. CONSIDER APPROVING APPLICATION FOR A PAVING GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000 Mr. Neme commented the town has been successful in receiving paving grants for the last two years. The $60,000 grant will be used to pave the section of road on Dorset Street from Bishop Road to Irish Hill Road (total cost $80,000). MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Mr. Talley, to approve the application for a paving grant in the amount of $60,000.00 as presented. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 12. CONSIDER APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVE TO THE CHITTENDEN COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION Deferred until the next Selectboard meeting. 13. CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENT OF SHELBURNE’S REPRESENTATIVE TO CCTA There was discussion of the re-appointment of David Davis to the CCTA Board. Mr. Davis is the CCTA Board Chairman. MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Mr. Talley, to table action on reappointment of Shelburne’s representative to CCTA. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. 14. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (1/9/07; 1/16/07; 1/18/07) JANUARY 9, 2007 MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to approve the minutes of 1/9/07 with the following correction: Page 5, agenda item #7 - correct the name of “Shelburne Bay Senior Living Center”. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. JANUARY 16, 2007 MOTION by Mr. Talley, seconded by Mr. Boyd, to approve the minutes of 1/16/07 with the following corrections: Page 1, agenda item #4, 2nd and 3rd sentences - add “for the Pierson Building” to the end of the sentences; Page 2, 1st paragraph, 2nd sentence - change to read “…beach sticker price from $27.00 to $20.00…and from $25.00 to $5.00 for the second car. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. JANUARY 18, 2007 MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to approve the minutes of 1/18/07 as written VOTE: 4 ayes, 1 abstention (Mr. Neme); motion carried. 15. MANAGER’S REPORT Mr. Bohne reported on the following items:
16. MEMBER CONCERNS Mr. Boyd mentioned comments made about the Shelburne Police Chief not in attendance at the budget meeting to answer questions on the police department budget. Mr. Bohne noted Sergeant Fortin can answer questions on details related to scheduling and James Mack handled police dispatch. The information provided was sufficient. The Police Chief’s presence was not necessary. Staff will be asked to attend meetings if the Board so requests. Ms. McKnight asked for an analysis of the overtime line item in the police department budget for the next budget discussion. Mr. Roesler mentioned a letter from a resident expressing concern about the size of the police budget. Mr. Bohne and Mr. Frankenburg were thanked for the excellent budget presentation. Mr. Roesler noted the level of detail presented by Mr. Frankenburg was the envy of selectboards from other towns. Mr. Neme asked for an update on the status of the St George/Shelburne town line issue. Mr. Bohne replied there is no new information. Staff talked to Tom Carlson (St. George Selectboard Chairman and de facto Town Manager) regarding the quantified difference if Shelburne lost 90’ to the Town of St. George. Shelburne’s Planner indicated parts of two buildings owned by Moe Dubois are taxed in Shelburne. If the town line is moved one of the buildings will be in St. George and the other in South Burlington. Staff is researching the impact to Shelburne’s Grand List. Mr. Neme asked about the status of the request by Paul Michaels to move the lot line on property owned by the town. Mr. Bohne reported staff had a conversation with Robin Jeffers, Mr. Michaels’ neighbor, regarding Mr. Michaels’ use of town land. One deterrent to selling the land was that the original developers could potentially bring litigation. If Ms. Jeffers and Mr. Michaels could satisfy the developers and if there is a quit claim deed of future interests, then a solution to the situation could proceed. Mr. Neme assured he will complete edits to the report from the Selectboard for the Town Report. 17. EXECUTIVE SESSION None. 18. ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Mr. Roesler, seconded by Ms. McKnight, to adjourn the meeting. VOTE: unanimous (5-0); motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by Kathlyn Furr, Recording Secretary.
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