Call to Order by Beattie @ 7:02
Pledge of Allegiance – led by Jolivette
Selectboard Attendees: Ivan Beattie, Greg Cutler, Heidi Chamberlain, Lauri Kunz
Absent: Jan Nolan
Town Employees: Town Manager, Scott Murphy.
Public Attendees: Sylvia Jolivette, Martine Victor, Jim Hand, Carl Bucholt, Steven Berry, Carol Berry, Aden Berry, Markus Berry, Rachel Berry.
Zoom Attendees: Joan Fitzpatrick, Vlad Ivanov, baevari, one other.
Public Comments None
Approve Minutes from August 22nd SB Meeting, motioned by Kunz, seconded by Chamberlain, All in Favor 4-0.
Set Date for Verizon Cell Tower Public hearing
The Selectboard chose 9/25/23 or 10/4/23 at 6:00 for the Public Meeting at a location to be determined (possibly the Library). Victor spoke out against the proposed cell tower locations. Beattie reminder her she will have an opportunity to express her thoughts at the Public Meeting and that the Selectboard was only setting possible dates.
Set Date for Public Hearing for Amendments Proposed by the Planning Commission
The Selectboard chose October 24th as the date to hold the first of at least two public hearings regarding the proposed amendments to the Land Use and Development Ordinance. This will be held at the Town Offices starting at 6:00 pm.
Errors and Omissions Changes to the Grand List.
Murphy read a letter from the Town’s Assessor Gordon Black explaining the Errors and Omissions list which will minimally affect the Grand List. Chamberlain motioned to accept the list, seconded by Kunz, All in Favor 4-0.
Energy Committee Update by Carl Bucholt, Chair.
Carl Bucholt, Chair of the Energy Committee, gave an update on the recent and ongoing activities of the Energy Committee. Jim Hand, another member of the committee, explained the new State regulation regarding LED lights which could affect the Town buildings, and all Vermont buildings, starting January 2024. Jolivette praised the work of the EC. Bucholt mentioned a free building energy assessment that will be available through the Municipal Energy Resilience Program (MERP). Murphy stated that the Town has already started working on the application for this grant funding, with the deadline for submission of October 31st.
Possibly Amend the Town’s Wastewater Supply Rules to match the State of Vermont rates
Murphy discussed the Town’s Ordinance on the Regulation of Sewer Use, specifically the Wastewater System and Potable Water Supply Rules. Our Ordinance has not been updated since 2005 and doesn’t match the State rates which makes it difficult for engineers and citizens applying for a new or adjusted Allocation. The Town’s engineer, Chrissie Haskins, recommends changing our flow tables in our Ordinance to reflect the current version of the State’s Table.
Cutler motioned to approve amending the Ordinance to match the current version of the State’s Wastewater System and Potable Water Supply Rules, Chamberlain seconded, All in Favor 4-0. Murphy said he will bring the same suggested change to the Water Commissioners at their next meeting and that this Ordinance change will not go into effect for 60 days.
Town Manager Updates
a. Main St sewer line extension construction is progressing smoothly and that they will be starting the water line shortly as well as replacing/repairing sidewalks.
b. Annual Reviews Completed for senior staff and Dept Heads.
c. Strawberry Fields Lane sale bid resulted in one bid being received and that it will be brought to the Selectboard at their next meeting for possible approval.
Other Business (Selectboard Members)
None
Next regular meeting 9/19/23
Executive Session: Cutler motioned to go into Ex Session for Contracts 1. VSA 312(a)(g), seconded by Chamberlain, All in Favor 4-0. The Selectboard entered into Executive Session
at 8:01 PM.
Selectboard exited Executive Session at 8:32. No action taken.
Meeting Adjourned at 8:33 PM