TOWN OF CORINTH VERMONT
SELECTBOARD MINUTES
 

Town of Corinth
Board of Selectmen
Minutes of the Financial Meeting, May 8, 2012

Present for the Board:  Allen Locke, Chairman; Susanne Smith; Chris Groschner
Others present:  Suzanne Hansen, Financial Assistant to the Board; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Joe Truss, proprietor of PikComm, guest.



The meeting was called to order at 4 p.m.

The Board reviewed outstanding bills and signed orders for their payment.  Discussion followed concerning procedures for the Board’s approval of bills for payment, with a view to identifying ways to improve the timeliness of payments.  One measure considered was changing the date of the financial meeting from the Tuesday before the second Monday of the month to the first Tuesday of the month; in certain months, this would permit payment of bills one week earlier.  There will be follow-up at a later meeting of the Board.

The Board reviewed the Treasurer’s Journal Entries for the month of April.

The Board reviewed bids received from three public accounting firms and voted to offer a contract to Sullivan & Powers for the next year, based on price and past performance.

The meeting was adjourned at 6 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
April 9, 2012

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Allen Locke-Chair, Susanne Smith, Chris Groschner
Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino
Guests: Connie Longo, Norm Collette, Robyn Brill, Joe Blodgett
Locke called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Smith moved to approve the minutes of the March 12, 2012 Regular Selectboard Meeting, the March 13, 2012 Financial Meeting and the April 3, 2012 Financial Meeting. Groschner seconded. The motion was passed unanimously after the correction of a spelling error.
Locke moved to appoint Gabe Zoerheide to a 3-year term on the Conservation Commission. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to appoint Jane Conner to a 3-year term beginning April 17, 2012 as Town Representative on the Library Board of Trustees. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
2012 Town Plan
Robyn Brill stated that the Planning Commission would like to readopt the present town plan (adopted in 2007). Smith moved that the Selectboard hold a public meeting on May 14, 2012 for the purpose of establishing the 2012 Town Plan. Locke seconded and the motion passed unanimously. The Selectboard will review the plan prior to the hearing. The public can access the town plan at www.corinthvt.org.
Highway Department
Two grants (signs/radios) were presented and signed. Joe Blodgett and Frank Roderick explained the Public Works Emergency/Non Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement which is renewed every three years. Locke moved to approve the renewal of the Mutual Aid Agreement. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Building Maintenance
Norm Collette reported that the piano in the Town Hall has been repaired and there is no need to look for a replacement. Three bids for a new Town Hall furnace were presented and discussed. Groschner moved to accept Dan's Plumbing and Heating's bid for $12,400. Locke seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Locke signed the estimate from Dan's Plumbing and Heating. Collette will contact Dan and begin plans for the conversion.
Town Hall Use Policy
Collette is in the process of revising the Town Hall Use Policy. The Board had input and offered suggestions on several policy revisions.
Old Business
Groschner reported back to the Board that he had contacted the health officer concerning a property with a possible septic issue. He and health officer, Glynn Pellagrino, will make recommendations to remedy the situation.



New Business
The contract between Casella and the town is being reviewed. Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District and the town attorney are reviewing the document.

Correspondence
Correspondence was reviewed and discussed. Locke moved to approve a request from Washington Electric Co-Op to relocate a distribution line on Pike Hill Road. Groschner seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Groschner moved to adjourn. Locke seconded. Meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

Town of Corinth

Board of Selectmen

P.O. Box 461

Corinth, Vermont 05039

Approved Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board

March 28, 2012

1:30 p.m., at the Town Hall

Attending for the Board:  Allen Locke, Chairman; Susanne Smith

Guest:  Paul Tomasi, Executive Director, NEK Waste Management District

The meeting was called to order at 1:30 p.m.

The Board agreed to go into executive session, with the participation of Mr. Tomasi, to review a proposed contract between the Town of Corinth and Casella Waste Management, Inc.

The Board concluded its executive session at 3:25 p.m.; no decisions were taken as a result of the proceedings.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

Town of Corinth Board of Selectmen       
Financial Meeting Minutes
March 13, 2012

Attending: Board of Selectmen, Allen Locke, Chair, Susanne Smith, Chris Groschner
           Treasurer, Susan Fortunati
           Financial Assistant to the Board, Suzanne Hansen

Locke called meeting to order at 4:20 pm.  Bills were reviewed and warrants signed.

Treasurer brought up concerns re vendor payment paperwork requirements.

The Board established a policy that all vendors providing a product must provide a W-9 form and all vendors providing a service must provide a W-9 and an insurance certificate
with worker’s comp. coverage or a non-employee work agreement.

Treasurer has asked for or provided these forms and in some cases they have not been returned/filled out. Henceforth, failure to provide the above-mentioned paperwork will result in delayed payment for services rendered or product provided.

VLCT Pacif and Worker’s Comp. Insurance was discussed.  The Board reviewed changes
included in the policy which was renewed as of January.

Meeting was adjourned at 6:20pm.

Susanne Smith
Selectman

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
March 12, 2012

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Allen Locke-Chair, Susanne Smith, Chris Groschner
Town Treasurer: Susan Fortunati
Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
Lister: Karen Galayda
Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino
Guest: John Osowski

Locke called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
Smith moved to nominate Allen Locke for Selectboard Chairman. Groschner seconded. The motion passed with 2 in favor, 1 abstention.

Smith moved to approve the minutes of the February 13, 2012 Regular Selectboard Meeting and the February 29, 2012 Public Informational Meeting. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Appointment of Municipal Officers:
Locke moved to appoint Linda Weiss, Russ Pazdro, Lee Porter, Irene Mann and Lora Nielsen to 1-year terms on the Budget Committee. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Frank Roderick and Earl Adams to 3-year terms on the Conservation Commission. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Diana Perry to a 1-year term as Animal Control Officer. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Smith moved to reappoint Jack Learmonth to a 1-year term as the E-911 Coordinator. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Joe Truss for 1-year terms as the Emergency Management Coordinator and the Upper Valley Ambulance Service Rep. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Smith moved to appoint Holly Groschner, Anne Margolis, Tim O'Dell, Dan Wing and Gabe Zoerheide to the Energy Committee for one year. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Bob Fortunati and to appoint Mike Danforth and Gary Bicknell for 1-year terms as Fence Viewers. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to appoint Joshua Gaetz to a 3-year term, Ryan Dodge to a 3-year term and Holly Groschner to a 2-year term (to complete Peter Keene's term) on the Planning Commission. Kevin Kinerson will remain as an alternate until his term expires in 2014. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to appoint Russ Pazdro to a 3-year term as a public member of the Revolving Loan Fund Committee. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Smith was designated as the Selectboard representative to this committee.
Groschner moved to reappoint Frank Roderick to a 1-year term as Road Commissioner. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Jen Brooks-Wooding to a 1-year term as Service Officer. Smith seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Virginia Barlow to 1-year terms as Tree Warden and Surveyor of Wood and Timber. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Smith moved to appoint Luise Graf, Lois Jackson, Joyce McKeeman, Forbes Morrell, Bob Sandberg and Greg Thurston to 1-year terms on the Waste Management Committee. Groschner seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Chris Groschner agreed to be the Selectboard representative on this committee.
Locke moved to reappoint Karen Galayda to a 1-year term as Zoning Administrator. Groschner seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Locke moved to reappoint Louise Sandberg and Forbes Morrell and appoint Frank Roderick to 1-year terms on the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Groschner seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

Public Concerns:
John Osowski described the damages to his property due to drainage runoff. The problem has been ongoing over several years. He and the road commissioner have recently walked the property and discussed possible solutions. Roderick suggested putting in a culvert on Blue Wind Lane at the corner of the cemetery. The Selectboard agreed and the work will be done when the road conditions allow.

Treasurer's Concerns:
Bills and Warrants were submitted to the Selectboard and signed. Smith moved to sign the renewal for a tobacco/liquor license for the East Corinth General Store. Locke seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. The Board received notification from Washington Electric Company regarding a 200 foot line planned for a section on Brook Road. Locke moved to grant permission for WEC to perform the work on Brook Road (Project 303-39). Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Listers' Concerns:
Galayda reported concerns regarding a property in town. One of the concerns is the possibility of an inadequate septic system. Groschner stated that he would look into the matter.

Facilities/Town Hall Issues:
The estimate for a new furnace for the Town Hall will be completed soon. The Town Hall Use Policy will be presented at the April meeting. Corinth Historical Society made a donation for the use of the Town Hall March 10, 2012.

Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns:
Roderick reported that the Highway Department is investigating the possibility of selling, purchasing, and/or trading various equipment.

Correspondence:
The auditors' report was received from Sullivan & Powers.
Smith moved to sign a letter of agreement between the Town of Corinth and Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District pursuant to the Australian ballot vote on March 6, 2012. Groschner seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously.

Smith moved to adjourn the meeting. Groschner seconded. The motion passed unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 9:32 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Emergency Selectboard Meeting
February 29, 2012

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
Substitute Board Clerk:  Kelly McFarline

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:50 p.m.
Road Commissioner's Concerns:
Pazdro moved to permit the Road Commissioner to post roads all over town in accordance with state statutory weight limits. Specifically, maximum weight limit for single axle trucks is 15,000 pounds; maximum weight limit for 2-axle trucks is 18,000 pounds; and for trucks with 3 or more axles, the maximum weight limit is 20,000 pounds. The statutory weight limit will be effective March 1, 2012 and end May 15, 2012 or sooner should conditions allow. According to V.S.A. § 1110 of Title 19, the selectmen shall post signs in at least two public places in town and the signs must "be conspicuously placed at each end of the highway or portion of the highway" where the weight restrictions exist.  Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Pazdro moved to adjourn.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Emergency Selectboard Meeting
Unapproved  Minutes
Feb.23, 2012
        
                      

Attending:   Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith and Allen Locke
Mike Casella, Casella Waste Management Systems

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 6:30p.m.
Pazdro moved to go into executive session for the purpose of negotiating a contract. Smith seconded, motion passed . Board came out of executive session at 7:15 , No decision was made.
           
Meeting was adjourned at 7:15 pm.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
February 13, 2012

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
Town Treasurer: Susan Fortunati
Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino
Guests: Norm Collette, Connie Longo

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m.

Approval of January 3, 2012 Selectboard Finance Meeting Minutes:
Pazdro moved to amend the minutes to include "Suzanne Hansen, Selectboard Financial Assistant, would be reviewing the journal entries." Smith seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. The minutes were approved with the above change.

Pazdro moved to approve the minutes of the January 9, 2012 Regular Selectboard Meeting, the January 30, 2012 Special Selectboard Meeting, the January 12, 2012 Emergency Meeting, the January 19, 2012 Emergency Meeting and the January 18, 2012 Public Informational Meeting. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Concerns:
A call from a Corinth resident prompted a discussion about 911 calls for ambulance service and the option to choose the service that is closest. If a person requires an ambulance, they may call any service directly or call 911 and get Upper Valley Ambulance Service. The town is presently under contract with Upper Valley Ambulance Service. The Board will be reviewing the language in the contract.

Treasurer's Concerns:
A memorandum from VLCT, containing recommendations for improvements and a municipal internal controls' checklist, was read and discussed. The Board and the Treasurer rated each item on the list. This completed checklist provides a concise record of strengths and weaknesses rating the town's operations. The information will help pinpoint specific areas that need addressing. A letter of response will be written to VLCT with the results.
Fortunati has looked into direct payroll deposit for town employees that are interested. There is no cost for the service at this time.
A letter from Assistant Judges, Joyce McKeeman and Victoria Weiss, informed the treasurer that Corinth's share of Orange County taxes for fiscal year 2012-2013 is $28,624.97. $30,000 had been budgeted for this. It will be paid in July.
Fortunati also reported that work on Fraud Risk Management is scheduled for this year.

Facilities/Town Hall Issues:
Norm Collette reported that the electrical and plumbing work will be completed soon. There are new lights and outlets in the Town Hall and a water softener will be installed to help prevent future plumbing problems. Next month Collette will bring three itemized bids for a new heating system. He also noted that the piano is in need of extensive repairs and it might be best to look for a replacement. The Board agreed and asked Collette to see if anyone has a piano they would like to donate to the town.
Concerns were raised in regard to the Town Hall Usage Policy. The policy was last updated in 2005 and is in need of changes. Collette will research the issue and bring a draft of the changes to the Selectboard.

Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns:
Roderick presented a claim for partial state payment for a box culvert. The figures on the claim needed to be adjusted and resubmitted. Roderick next presented the Annual Certificate of Highway Miles. Pazdro moved that the Board sign the Certificate and send it to the Agency of Transportation. Locke seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

Waste Management Concerns:
After a lengthy discussion addressing the selection of a waste hauler to service Corinth's transfer station, the Board came to a decision. Locke moved that the chair contact Casella Waste Management and commence negotiations to create a contract in order to continue with their services. Pazdro seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of 2 to 1.

Committees:
Fortunati stated that she had not received the second half payment for taxes on the land donated by Susan Shea. It was marked paid and expensed off to the Town Forest Committee.

Correspondence:
The Selectboard received a letter with a request to look into a neglected property. The town has no authority to control access or intervene however, since this is a private property. The Board also received a letter from Sugar Maple Preschool asking that signs be put up near the school to warn motorists to slow down for children. The road commissioner said that the ground is frozen now but signs can be put up in the spring. He felt that arranging orange cones near the school would help in the interim and agreed to see that the cones were delivered.

Locke moved to adjourn the meeting and Pazdro seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 10:25 p.m.

Corinth Selectboard Meeting
Unapproved Minutes
Feb.7, 2012

Attending: Selectboard members; Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith and Allen Locke, Suzanne Hansen, Selectboard assistant, Susan Fortunati Treasurer

Pazdro Called the meeting to order at 4:10 p.m.
Bills were reviewed and the warrants were signed
       
Meeting was adjourned at 5:00 pm.

TOWN OF CORINTH
SPECIAL SELECTBOARD MEETING
Jan.30, 2012

Attending: Selectboard -  Russ Pazdo, Chair, Susanne Smith, Allen Locke
               
The Meeting was called  to order at 10am After discussion Pazdro made a motion to accept and sign the warning for the annual town meeting, to be held on March 6, as presented. Locke seconded . The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 am.

TOWN OF CORINTH
EMERGENCY SELECTBOARD MEETING
Jan.19, 2012

Attending: Selectboard -  Russ Pazdo, Chair, Susanne Smith, Allen Locke
                  Joyce Mckeeman, chair. Waste Management Comm.
                   Mike Casella , Mike Wark Casella Waste Management


Meeting came to order at 4:10 pm and chairman immediately called for executive session to begin contract deliberations.

No decisions were reached.

Executive session ended at 5:15 pm and meeting was adjourned.

Town of Corinth
Public Information Meeting
January 18, 2012

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Susanne Smith, Allen Locke
Waste Management Committee Members: Joyce McKeeman-Chair, Lois Jackson, Luise Graf
Executive Director of Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District: Paul Tomasi
Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino
Sixteen Residents of Corinth

Meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.

Mckeeman made introductions and outlined the duties and responsibilities of the Corinth Waste Management Committee.

Smith provided information on waste management in Corinth and explained the benefits of joining a solid waste district. Compliance with new state regulations pertaining to  HHW collections was the primary reason for the investigation of solid waste districts. The Board and the Waste Management Committee believe it is in the town's best interest to join the Northeast Kingdom Solid Waste District.

Tomasi presented a history and overview of Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District. He outlined the many services the Waste District provides including HHW collection, educational workshops and assuming responsibility for state and federal mandates, facility certifications and permit requirements. One of the goals of the NEKWMD is to "relieve the financial and administrative burden on rural Vermont towns".

There were many questions from Corinth residents concerning costs, recycling, public education, equipment, hazardous waste and the obligations/responsibilities as a member town.

A formal hearing will be held at the Town Hall on Wednesday, February 29, 2012
at 7 p.m.
Residents will vote on NEKWMD membership on Town Meeting Day--March 6, 2012.

Meeting ended at 8:00 p.m.

TOWN OF CORINTH
EMERGENCY SELECTBOARD MEETING
Jan.12, 2012

Attending: Selectboard -  Russ Pazdo, Chair, Susanne Smith, Allen Locke
                  Joyce Mckeeman, chair. Waste Management Comm.
                   Mike Casella , Mike Wark Casella Waste Management


Meeting came to order at 4:00 pm and chairman immediately called for executive session to begin contract deliberations.

No decisions were reached.

Executive session ended at 5:15 pm and meeting was adjourned.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Regular Selectboard Minutes
Jan.9, 2012

Attending:Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro, Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith

Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick

Fire Department: Thomas King, Assistant Chief
                             David Danforth, Deputy Chief

Chris Groschner


Pazdro called meeting to order at 7pm.

Regular minutes for Dec.6 and Dec. 12 were approved.
Minutes for special meetings of Dec. 8 and Dec. 14 were approved.

Several bills were reviewed and warrants were signed.

Fire Department concerns were brought up and several options for future financing were discussed. The matter was tabled pending further investigation by both the Selectboard and Fire Dept.


Re Facilities and Town hall issues it was agreed that the usual fee would be charged for hall use for yoga classes, since there are heating costs, etc.

Additionally, Selectboard agreed that Norm Collette and Connie Longo would be paid as per usual for the town meeting hall set-up.

Waste Management Concerns:   Notification letters re Jan. 18 and Feb. 29 public information meetings to discuss town vote on joining Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District will be sent out Tuesday, Jan. 10.  Meeting notice is already posted in town and advertisement has been sent to Journal Opinion.


Meeting was adjourned at 8:50pm.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Selectboard Minutes
Jan. 3, 2012

Attending:  Russ Pazdro, Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
Susan Fortunati, Treasurer, Suzanne Hansen, Selectboard Assistant
Karen Galayda

Pazdro called meeting to order at 4pm. Bills were reviewed and warrants were signed.

Selectboard agreed that Fortunati should adjust per capita  payment to Upper Valley Services to reflect population of 1367 from 2010 census.

Meeting adjourned at 5:30.

Town of Corinth
Special Selectboard Meeting
Dec.14, 2011

Attending: Selectboard -  Russ Pazdo, Chair, Susanne Smith, Allen Locke
                   Joyce Mckeeman, Waste management committee chair.
                   Don Hubert, Marshall Laundry  Earth Waste Systems


Meeting came to order at 7pm and chairman immediately called for executive session to begin contract deliberations.

No decisions were reached.

Executive session ended at 8:30 pm and meeting was adjourned.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
December 12, 2011

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino

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

Approval of November 14, 2011 Regular Selectboard Meeting Minutes:
There was one addition to the Nov. 14, 2011 minutes. "The town will pay the full premium for each covered employee. In addition, for..." was added as the second sentence of the Town Employee Health Insurance section. Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as amended. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Approval of December 6, 2011 Selectboard Finance Meeting Minutes:
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Approval of December 8, 2011 Special Selectboard Meeting Minutes:
Smith moved to accept the minutes as presented. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Treasurer's Concerns:
Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.

Facilities/Town Hall Issues:
The work on clarifying the Town Hall boundaries has been completed.
Two Rivers has obtained access through a grant to energy-saving lightbulbs and other appliances and is offering them to towns at no cost for use in municipal buildings.

Waste Management Concerns:
A meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2011 with Earth Waste.
SWIP grant application will be completed and submitted by December 31, 2011.


Road Commissioner/Highway Concerns:
Frank Roderick reported that work has been done on Bear Notch Road and Richardson Road.
Locke made the motion to amend the Highway Department Personnel Policy, adopted on
August 8, 2011, as follows: "In section 15, delete the first sentence of the third paragraph."
Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.


Committees:
Preparations for the 2012 Town Report were discussed. A special meeting to prepare and sign the warning for Town Meeting was tentatively set for January 30, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.

Correspondence:
Correspondence was reviewed and discussed. A survey from Vermont Lottery regarding signs and regulations was filled out. A Boundary and Annexation Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau was also completed.

Other Business:
There was discussion about the exact location of town lines on the road leading to East Orange Village. Locke suggested using state highway maps and tax maps to help ascertain this information.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting. Locke seconded.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Special Selectboard Meeting
Dec.8, 2011

Attending: Selectboard -  Russ Pazdo, Chair, Susanne Smith, Allen Locke
                   Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner
                   Mike Casella , Casella Waste Management


Meeting came to order at 7pm and chairman immediately called for executive session to begin contract deliberations.

No decisions were reached.

Executive session ended at 7:50pm and meeting was adjourned.

Corinth Selectboard Special Meeting
Dec.6, 2011
Unapproved Minute

Attending:   Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith and Allen Locke
Suzanne Hansen, Selectboard assistant, Susan Fortunati, Treasurer


Pazdro Called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
Bills were reviewed and the warrants were signed

  Fortunati inquired about the status of one of the hwy. Dept. Employees in regard to whether they are part time or full time. This needs to be determined because of possible needed contributions to the state retirement fund. The board decided to investigate the problem.
           
Meeting was adjourned at 5:10 pm.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
November 14, 2011

Attending:
Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro - Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
Lister: Karen Galayda
Fire Chief: Ed Pospisil
Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.

Approval of October 10, 2011 Regular Selectboard Meeting Minutes:
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of November 1, 2011 Selectboard Finance Meeting Minutes:
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Concerns:
Joe Truss submitted a request for four narrowband radios (two VHF and two UHF) for town use. After some discussion, it was decided that the details would be turned over to the Budget Committee. Ed Pospisil reported that the fire department has applied for a grant for radios, gear and other essentials.

Listers' Concerns:
Karen Galayda submitted an Errors and Omissions report. Locke  moved to accept the recommendation of Galayda to correct the 2011 Grand List in the following manner: a name change on parcels #073-03162 and #073-03182, a combination of parcels #082-03880 and #056-00400 and a corrected listing on parcel #097-03538. Pazdro seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Treasurer's Concerns:
Invoices were reviewed and discussed.

Town Employee Health Insurance:
Following discussion, Pazdro moved that the town will provide a new health insurance plan to town employees, an  HSA Blue Care  2000/4000 BC/BS policy, noting that it will provide the town with significant cost savings over the current plan. For the first year, beginning January 1, 2012, the town will fully fund the deductible, which is $2000 for one-person coverage, and $4000 for the family plan.  This funding will be in the form of a deposit into a Health Savings Account for each covered employee, half of which will be paid at the beginning of the calendar year and the other half at mid-year.  For subsequent years, the town’s contributions to the HSAs will depend on overall town budget priorities and can be expected to be lower. Locke seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Next steps include changing the town employee policy to reflect the new health coverage and instructing the town treasurer to write letters to the employees informing them of the changes.

Facilities Report/Town Hall Issues:
The board discussed work needing to be done, including repairs or replacement of the hot water heater.

Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns:
Frank Roderick reported that the road crew has completed most of the tropical storm damage repairs. Other work includes grading and widening roads. There were some traffic incidents  during a recent snowfall which prompted Ed Pospisil to explain the division of responsibilities and coordination of services during emergencies.

Waste Management Concerns:
The Selectboard announced that a public informational meeting will take place January 18, 2012.  Representatives from the Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District will present information about the benefits of joining a waste management district. A hearing is being planned for February 29, 2012 and a vote will be taken at the March town meeting.

Committees:
The Town Report Committee has made a request that Local Art be the theme for the Annual Report this year. The board agreed.

Correspondence:
Correspondence was reviewed and discussed.

Other Business:
Ed Pospisil presented a map of the town highlighting all the active and future hydrants.
When completed, the map will be hung in the Town Hall.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting. Smith seconded.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
October 10, 2011

Attending: Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
                  Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick
                  Board Clerk: Lynn Sciortino

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.

Approval of September 12, 2011 Regular Selectboard Meeting Minutes:
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of October 4, 2011 Selectboard Finance Meeting Minutes:
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Concerns: None

Listers' Concerns: None

Treasurer's Concerns: None

Facilities Report/Town Hall Issues:
Pazdro will contact Rick Cawley for an update on the Town Hall boundaries issue.
It was reported that two lights are out at the Town Hall - one at the flagpole and one over the door.

Waste Management Concerns:
Smith reported that there will be two transfer station site visits this month. The next meeting of the Waste Management Committee has been moved to October 26, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. The committee is waiting to hear from Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District regarding the letter of intent they had written. Smith spoke at the last Planning Commission meeting to provide a brief overview of recent waste management issues.

Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns:
Roderick presented a claim form for a paving grant to be signed in order to file for payment. Pazdro moved to sign
the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation Town Highway Program Class II Roadway Grant Claim in the amount of
$163,735.93. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Roderick also reported that negotiations with a dealer are
underway to trade the Komatsu Excavator for a newer, smaller machine. The winter's supply of sand is in and the road crew has been checking the plows. On October 19, 2011 Frank Roderick and Joe Blodgett will attend a Vermont League of Cities and Towns' conference on flood mitigation.

Committees:
Pazdro moved to accept the resignation of Penny Andrew and Steve Long from the Conservation Commission and appoint
Kerry DeWolfe and Emily Rowe to fill out the remainder of their terms. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Pazdro moved to appoint Penny Andrew to the Town Forest Committee. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Correspondence:
Correspondence was reviewed and discussed.


The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

Town of Corinth Select Board Meeting
Unapproved Minutes
Oct.4, 2011

Attending:  Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer, Suzanne Hansen, selectboard assistant
Pazdro called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.

Under other business, Paula Shea asked the Selectboard to authorize that her tax rebate be given directly to her, because of problems with an escrow account, with her mortgage provider. The  Selectboard recommended that she contact the State Attorney General for help.
The Selectboard approved a loan, which was approved by the revolving loan committee at their meeting of Sept.27,2011, for an amount of $5,000.00.
The Selectboard received a communication from the George D. Aiken Resource Conservation & development Council suggesting that funds not be sent to them. In light of this request the Board decided not to send funds that were appropriate at the last Town Meeting.

Bills were reviewed and warrants were signed.

Pazdro moved to adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Locke seconded.
The motion passed unanimously.

Town of Corinth Selectboard Meeting
Unapproved Minutes
September 12, 2011

Attending: Selectboard Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith, Frank Roderick: Road Commissioner, Lynn Sciortino: Board Clerk, Karen Galayda, Lois Jackson

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

Approval of August 8, 2011 Regular Selectboard Meeting Minutes  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Approval of September 6, 2011 Special Meeting Minutes Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Concerns: Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.
Town Attorney, Rick Cawley, has nearly completed the work on the Town Hall boundaries. Pazdro moved that the Selectboard will schedule a second monthly meeting at the Town Hall on the first Tuesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. The primary purpose of this meeting will be to attend to financial matters. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Listers' Concerns: Galayda requested clarification regarding the responsibilities of the Listers' Chairman pertaining to budget preparations. The Selectboard stated that Galayda, as chairman, is authorized to set hours and sign off on the number of hours submitted to the Treasurer's Office.

Zoning Administrator's Concerns: The board discussed flood zone ordinances, permits, town and landowners' responsibilities. There were questions/concerns about a property in town. Karen Galayda will contact Town Attorney, Rick Cawley, regarding this matter.

Facilities Manager Report/Town Hall Issues: Warrants and bills were discussed and signed. Galayda reported that the amount of tax money collected so far was sufficient to avoid any cash-flow problems. Lois Jackson reported that Norm Collette will need more time to gather information regarding the possible grant funding for acoustic improvements and a sound system for the Town Hall. He will present to the board at a later date.

Waste Management Concerns: A committee, chaired by Joyce McKeeman, has been established. Smith moved that the Selectboard sign a letter of intent to join Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District. The letter binds neither party. The decision to join would require a town vote. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously. It should be noted that the potential vote on joining a district was the result of CVSWMD notification that, after this year, they would no longer handle hazardous waste for the town unless we joined their district. Investigation into several waste management options is ongoing and there will be public hearings before any town vote.

Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns: Roderick reported delivery of a new ten wheel dump truck International. A military surplus storage trailer will be set up at the Transfer Station to replace an older one. Hurricane Irene was the cause of a serious washout on Richardson Road. Five other roads were badly flooded. All damage has been repaired and roads are open. Corinth has filed an initial request with FEMA for flood assistance. The Community Relations Arm of FEMA has funds available for individuals with severe damage due to the hurricane. Roderick anticipates that FEMA and NVDA will put together a flood assistance plan by October 1. (75% of the damage will be funded by FEMA, 25% split between state and town, with the possibility of the state picking up an additional two and a half percent) The town would like to acknowledge the dedication of the road crew and the fire department and thank them for the many extra hours they put in during and after Hurricane Irene.

Committees: The Selectboard received word that Dave Wieland-Alter will be resigning from the Budget Committee. The board will begin a search for his replacement.

Correspondence: Correspondence was read and discussed. Pazdro moved to designate Susanne Smith as the voting delegate from Corinth at the VLCT Annual Business Meeting on October 6. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Smith moved to adjourn the meeting. Pazdro seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.

Corinth Selectboard Special Meeting
Unapproved Minutes
Sept 6, 2011

Attending:   Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith and Allen Locke
Suzanne Hansen, Selectboard assistant, Susan Fortunati

Pazdro Called the meeting to order at 4:10 p.m.
Bills were reviewed and the warrants were signed

The board was informed that Upper Valley Services did not want the monies appropriated them at this years town meeting.
The board agreed not to send those funds.
   
Meeting was adjourned at 5:00 pm.

Town of Corinth Selectboard Meeting
Unapproved Minutes
August 8, 2011

Attending: Select Board Members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith
                  Road Commissioner: Frank Roderick, Board Clerk: Olesia Pazdro
                  Ed Pospisil, Lynn Sciortino, Joe Blodgett, Josiah Sewall, Karen Galayda, John
                  Dionne
        
             
Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:04 pm.

Approval of the minutes of the July 11, 2011 regular meeting: Pazdro moved that the board accept the minutes as written. Smith seconded. Passed unanimously.

Approval of the minutes of the July 26, 2011 emergency meeting: Pazdro moved that the board accept the minutes as written. Smith seconded. Passed unanimously.

Approval of the minutes of the August 2, 2011 special meeting: Pazdro moved that the board accept the minutes as written. Smith seconded. Passed unanimously.

Public Concerns
John Dionne described his plans for a new garage on Young Road and questioned whether the location would be within the town's right of way. Joe Blodgett stated that he would visit the site on August 9 and make a recommendation.

Fire Department
Ed Pospisil reported on recent activities of the fire department. He asked if the town would cover the enrollment cost of the firefighters in the National Volunteer Firefighters Association ($306) so that they would be eligible for benefits. Discussion took place. The money may be included in next year's budget. The Select Board was invited to attend the next live burn on August 21, 2011.

Waste Management
There was discussion about the benefits of joining a  waste management district. A letter of intent would need to go out in October. A town vote is required when joining such a district. The letter of intent would bind neither party. There are currently 5 members on the Waste Management Committee.

Listers' Concerns
Karen Galayda stated there had been three concerns on recent property assessments.
Locke made a motion to approve the listers' recommendation to remove the value of $321,800 from parcel 074-00033 and add $390,600 to parcel 074-00189 to correct a computer software error.  Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Locke made a motion to approve the listers' recommendation to reduce the value of parcel 060-00343  from $417,000 to $281,600 to correct a listing error. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Discussion followed concerning taxes on the property S. Shea recently donated to the town. The Selectboard will contact Rick Cawley re this matter.

VLTC Health Insurance
After some discussion about the town’s health insurance options, Pazdro moved that the Selectboard sign the letter of  Broker of Record from the VLTC Health Trust.
Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.




Highway Department
Discussion occurred concerning holiday pay and compensatory time.
Pazdro made the motion to sign and approve the new personnel policy for the Highway Department adopted August 8, 2011 and going into effect August 15, 2011. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Locke stated for the record that the Selectboard is open to returning to the system of banking comp time if a practical way to do so can be found.

Road Commissioner's Report
Frank Roderick reported that the department completed three miles of paving this year, two miles on Brook Road, paid for by grant monies, and a mile on Cookeville Road. They are presently working on roadside mowing. Frank also stated they are ready to order a new culvert. This is for a grant funded project with 90% being paid by a State Structure Grant. A 50% deposit is due with the order.
A motion was made by Pazdro to approve the purchase of a box culvert from Calco, Inc. for $43,930.
Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Correspondence
The correspondence was presented and discussed.
Pazdro moved to sign the contract with Sullivan, Powers & Co. for auditing services at the cost of $11,600.  Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Other Business
Locke moved that the Selectboard approve a contract between Valerie Stori and the Town Forest Committee for consulting services. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 pm. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Corinth Selectboard Special Meeting
Minutes
August 2, 2011

Attending:   Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith and Allen Locke
Suzanne Hansen, Selectboard assistant


Pazdro Called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
Bills were reviewed and the warrants were signed
Meeting was adjourned at 5:30pm.

Corinth Selectboard Emergency Meeting
Minutes
July 26, 2011         
                           

Atttending:   Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith and Allen Locke
Susan Fortunati, Treasurer


Pazdro moved to set residential tax rate at $1.7499 and non-residential  tax rate at $1.9350 per one hundred dollars of valuation.


Motion was seconded and passed unanimously.


Meeting was adjourned at 6pm.

Town of Corinth Select Board Meeting
Approved Minutes
July 11, 2011

Attending: Select board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Susan Fortunati; Town Treasurer and Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.

Approval of minutes of June 13,2011 regular meeting:
There was one correction/clarification: 1) Under Facilities Manager Report: The facilities manager submitted a written communication to the board. It stated that CHS thanked the town for one load topsoil for their project in East Corinth. Pazdro moved that the minutes be accepted as corrected. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of minutes of the Special meeting of June 23,2011: Pazdro moved to accept the minutes of the June 23rd meeting. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Highway personnel policy:
Locke stated that there have been discussions on the newly rewritten policy; more will be presented once the highway personnel have the chance to review the policy.

 Solid waste issues:
The Select Board has been informed by Casella Waste Management that they will be accepting at the Corinth transfer station free of charge, TVs, computers, computer monitors, CRTs, printers, and computer peripherals. All other electronic waste will be accepted for a fee. There are limitations to the free disposal.

Basic Emergency Operation Plan:
Pazdro moved that the Select Board approve the basic emergency operation plan as edited. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Road Commissioners Report / Hwy. concerns:
Culvert work is beginning, particularly on Cookeville Road, near Abe Jacobs Road, and Chelsea Road. There was discussion of box culvert on West Corinth Rd. near Back way road. The road crew is also getting ready to do roadside mowing.
 
Facilities manager report/ Town hall usage:
The Select Board received a written report from the facilities manager stating that repairs and the painting of the academy bell tower have been completed. He would also like to thank all for the support and contributions brought in from various events and memorial funds making it possible to complete this project.

Correspondence:
Pazdro moved to sign the agreement with the VT department of taxes for a sum of $231.85 to license the town of Corinth for the Marshall and Swift cost tables until June 30, 2012. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Warrants and Bills & Treasurer’s Concerns
Pazdro moved that the Select Board sign the contract for Controlled Power Systems for the preventive maintenance agreement for the back up generator for the town hall for the amount of 550 dollars. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Locke moved that the board approve the purchase of a new Kyocera black and white printer/copier for the town office at approximately 2400 dollars. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Financial Report and Sign Warrants
The financial report, warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:01. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Town of Corinth Selectboard Meeting
Unapproved minutes
June 13, 2011

Attending: Selectboard members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer, Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Joe Blodgett, Peter Keene, Lister and Planning Commission, Vickie Weiss and Joyce McKeeman, Assistant Judges of Orange County

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Approval of minutes of May 9, 2011 regular meeting
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as printed. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public concerns
Peter stated that the Listers had just mailed the change of appraisal notices. He also stated that the Planning commission will be having someone attending select board meetings. The committee is also working on rewriting the town plan. They intend to get information from many individuals involved in the town including emergency personnel and the Road Commissioner.

Orange County Assistant Judges address Selectboard
Weiss and McKeeman stated that on Sept. 15 in Fairlee there will be a budget meeting. They answered questions and discussed effects of recent court administrative changes.

Waste management
Smith reported that they are still in the information gathering process, talking to different district trying to find the best solution for lowest cost.

Town employees retirement program
Currently Corinth’s Vermont municipal retirement system defined benefit program offers only Group A, the minimum. There was discussion on offering the next level to employees. Locke moved that the board vote to expand the town employee retirement opportunities from Group A to Group B for the defined benefits program. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Financing of 2012 International truck, cab and chassis
There was discussion of exploring more options regarding which bank could offer the best loan package for the truck purchase. There will be a special meeting to decide once more information is gathered.

Discussion of financial assistant to the Selectboard
There was discussion of the possibility of Suzanne Hansen coming in next meeting, to meet and talk with the Selectboard.

Road Commissioners Report / Hwy. Concerns
Roderick reported on the revised estimate on paving roads this year. Roads to be paved this year will be; W. Corinth Road from the Whites to the end of the pavement and the Brook Rd. from Devin’s to Richardson Road. Crews have been working on grading the roads and new signs have been put up. Roderick also discussed selling or auctioning off a mower that was bought a couple of years ago and hasn’t been used.  Locke stated that the Highway personnel policy book is being revised. It will be in compliance with state law and should simplify bookkeeping. There was also discussion of speeding traffic through East Corinth village and various solutions.
 
Facilities manager report/ Town hall usage
Collette wished to thank the town for one load sifted topsoil for East Corinth.

Correspondence
Bridge inspection report was signed after being reviewed. Pazdro moved that the board sign the report. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Pazdro made a motion that the board fill out and sign the Orange County Sheriff’s department law enforcement services contract for the coming year for a total of $8,000. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Financial Report and Sign Warrants
The financial report, warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:32. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Town of Corinth Select board Meeting
Unapproved minutes
May 9, 2011

Attending: Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer, Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Sally Gundy and Karen Galayda

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

Approval of minutes of April 11,2011 regular meeting,
Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as amended, there were a few editing errors. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
 
Corinth Historical Society concerns
Pazdro moved that the board approve the landscape improvements in East Corinth at the Corliss Prescott site. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to approve that Green Mountain Power install an inline-stabilizing pole at no cost to the town or the CHS in or near the town right of way at the Corliss Prescott site. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Planning Commission concerns
Karen Galayda presented a resolution from the Planning Commission. The resolution states that an administrative assistant shall be appointed by the Planning Commission in accordance with VSA Chapter 117 Sec. 4325, which allows retention of staff. The Administrative Assistant shall be responsible to the Chairman and shall assist in carrying out the duties of the Planning Commission. The duties shall be, but not limited to:
To process and file permits and associated notifications.
To disperse meeting notes and other notifications to members.
To serve as a liaison to the Town Office for Planning Commission issues.

Locke moved that the board create the position as an administration assistant to the Planning Commission to be effective as of July 1, 2011. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Locke moved that the board, on the recommendation of the Planning Commission, appoint Karen Galayda to fill the position and to serve at the pleasure of the chairman of the Planning Commission. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Locke moved to reprogram thirteen hundred dollars from monies appropriated for the fiscal year of 2012 for the zoning administrator to fund the position of administrative assistant to the Planning Commission. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Solid waste issues
Smith stated that Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District will be holding a household hazardous waste collection on Saturday May 21st at the Barre Town Garage from 9am to 1pm.

Town hall property boundary
There was discussion about the possibility of a boundary agreement between the town hall property and the Wing/DuBois property. 

Parking Area East Corinth
There will be a public information meeting Wednesday, May 18th at 7:00 at the East Corinth Congregational Church.

Road Commissioners Report / Hwy. Concerns
Things are going well; the town is still dealing with the remnants of mud season. The Select board approved an invoice for $1430.00 for clearing trees in areas of Brook Rd. not cut for Washington Electric’s project to improve the line of sight around a curve.

Committees energy /solid waste / town report
Smith stated that the town report committee is planning a Historical Corinth buildings theme. Pazdro moved to approve this theme for the next town report. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Smith also said that the town forest will have a site visit June 4th. The Town Forest Committee will be having a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sunday, June 12th from noon to 2pm.

Correspondence
The correspondence was presented and discussed

Financial Report and Sign Warrants
The financial report, warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed. Fortunati stated that in light of information presented at a recent conference, it is suggested that warrants should no longer be done by the treasurer.  There was discussion of possible options to resolve this situation.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:30. Locke seconded. The motion passed.

Town of Corinth Select Board Meeting
Approved minutes
April 11, 2011

Attending: Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer, Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Virginia Barlow, Judy Drury, Lois Jackson, Luis Graf, and Joe Blodgett
Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

Approval of minutes of March 14,2011 regular meeting,
There were a few changes to the minutes. 1) Under appointments Pazdro moved to appoint Diana Perry as the Animal control officer for a one-year term. 2) Under Listers concerns Peter Keene reported that Karen Galayda was chosen as the chairman of the Board of Listers and that the work is going as planned. Smith moved to adopt minutes as amended. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of special meeting of March 24, 2011 Smith moved to accept the minutes as written. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Appointments
Locke moved that the board appoint Forbes Morrell and Louise Sandberg for the zoning board of adjustment for a one-year term. Pazdro seconded. Passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Frank Roderick for the transportation advisor representative for the Two Rivers Ottaquechee Commission. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Solid waste issues
Smith reported that currently the board is in the process of getting  information. After this year Corinth will no longer be allowed to participate in the hazardous waste collections through the Central Vermont Solid Waste District unless we join the district. The board is exploring our options.

Town forest concerns
Pazdro moved to authorize Rick Cawley to proceed with acceptance of the town forest which is being generously donated by Susan Shea. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
                                                            
Parking facility in East Corinth
Frank Roderick presented information concerning a possible parking area in the village of E. Corinth across from church. Full funding may be available from the Park & Ride program. There will be an informational meeting for the public on May 18th at the East Corinth Congregational church basement at 7:00p.m. The historical society presented a letter asking that the project be done in a way that fits the historic feel of the village.
 
Road Commissioners Report / Hwy. concerns
Smith moved that the select board sign the revised road and bridge standards for 2011 as presented by Frank Roderick. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved that the board sign the request by the Washington Electric Coop for work on Goose Green Road. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Facilities manager report/ Town hall usage
Collette discussed the possibility of scraping the sand from the Town Hall driveway and replace with stone. Collette will be taking a lead paint course in Colchester April 10th for certification. Plans to work on the gutter are in the process. Fortunati discussed signage for falling snow and ice on the Academy building.
                                        
Committees  energy /solid waste / town report
Smith reported that ideas for next year’s town report are already being discussed through email.

Correspondence
Correspondences were presented and discussed.

Treasurer’s Concerns
Fortunati reported that VLTC had settled a damage claim. Fortunati also reported that the loan for the 2000 dump truck just got paid off. The board signed the registration form for the 2006 Mack truck.

Financial Report and Sign Warrants
The financial report, warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed. The board signed a receipt for Olesia Pazdro for reimbursement for mailing cost.

Pazdro moved to adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Locke seconded.
The motion passed unanimously.

Town of Corinth Special Select Board Meeting
March 24, 2011

Attending: Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer
Pazdro Meeting called to order at 10:30 a.m.

Solid Waste Concerns:

Pazdro made a motion and Locke seconded to sign and return the contract for the solid waste implementation plan implementation grant for $2,000 with Vermont Agency of Natural Resources. The motion passed unanimously.

Appointments

Smith motioned and Locke seconded the appointment of Linda Weiss to the board of Stagecoach transportation as Corinths’ representative

Other business

Pazdro motioned and Locke seconded to sign a compliance certification form and return to the Central Surplus property agency, regarding the 1999 Komatsu excavator. The motioned passed

The board approved payment for election workers for work performed

The board approved payment for $6,060.00 for tax sale redemption to Paul Thomas

Pazdro motioned to adjourn the meeting at 12:15 p.m. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously

Town of Corinth Select Board Meeting
Approved Minutes March 14, 2011

Attending: Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Allen Locke, Susanne Smith; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Nancy Ertle, Town Clerk: Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Virginia Barlow; Peter Keene, Jack Learmonth, Teddy Mason Sherwood, Tony Mason- Sherwood, Kevin Kinerson and Brenda Carter
Pazdro, called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

Approval of February 14, 2011 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes: Smith moved to accept the minutes as written. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of Special Select Board Meeting of March 3, 2011:  Smith motioned to accept the minutes as amended. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public concerns
Were presented and discussed. Pazdro motioned that the select board authorize the allocation of funds for “Upper Valley Services” as authorized during the town meeting. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. There was also discussion about redistricting in Vermont. Norm Collette commented that those interested could contact Tom Little who is the chair of the Vermont Reapportionment Board.

Appointments
Pazdro moved to appoint Diana Perry as the Animal control officer for a one-year term. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint on the conservation committee for a term of three years Shari Tkac, Steve Long, and Linda Tobin. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Jack Learmonth for the one-year position as the 911 coordinator. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Joe Truss for the one-year position as emergency management coordinator. Smith seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Virginia Barlow, Tim O’Dell, Dan Wing, Laurie Sheridan, Anne Margolis, and Russ Pazdro for the energy committee for a term of one year. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Dan Wing for the one-year position of energy coordinator. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint for the one-year position of fence viewers Robert Fortunati, Peter Keene, and Steve Long. Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Peter Keene (2014), Linda Weiss (2012), Robin Brill (2013), Sally Gundy (2014), Bill Devins (2014), and Kevin Kinnerson (alternate) for Planning Commission. Smith seconded. The motioned passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Brenda Carter for the three-year term as member of the revolving loan committee.  Locke seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Frank Roderick as road commissioner. Locke seconded, Smith abstained the vote passed. Pazdro moved to appoint Jen Brooks-Wooding for the one-year position of service officer. Locke seconded. The motioned passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Virginia Barlow for the one-year positions of surveyor of wood and timber and tree warden. Locke seconded. The motioned passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Joe Truss for the one-year term of Upper Valley Ambulance Service representative. Smith seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint Glynn Pellagrino for the three-year position of health officer.  Smith seconded. The motioned passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to nominate Karen Galayda as the zoning administrator. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Pazdro moved to appoint to the budget committee Linda Weiss, Lee Porter, David Danforth, Karen Galayda, Irene Mann and Lora Nielsen. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Solid waste issues
Following discussion. Pazdro moved to sign the contract with the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District to participate in their hazardous waste and electronic waste collections for 2011. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Residents will be asked to provide proof of residency.

Review town employee policy  
Will be reviewed at a later date

Town forest concerns
Locke motioned to sign to the grant agreement with the Open Space Conservancy with regard to the Town Forest fund support grant. Smith seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Pazdro moved to employ Valerie Stori to fill the position of Town forest coordinator for a period of 2 years and not to exceed 312 hours of work; subject to a written performance review at 6 months and at a year: upon receipt of grant moneys; and at an hourly rate of 27 dollars an hour. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Corinth Historical Society / Academy bell tower repair
Pazdro moved to authorize the treasure to write a check to the Corinth Historical Society for the amount of 6,500 dollars to be used on the repairs of the academy bell tower.  Locke seconded. The motioned passed unanimously. 

Listers concerns
Peter Keene reported that Karen Galayda was chosen as the chairman of the board of listers and that the work is going as planned.

Town Clerk’s Concerns
Pazdro moved to approve and sign the liquor and tobacco licenses for the East Corinth General Store and the Cross Roads Trading Post. Locke seconded. Passed unanimously. The documents were signed.

Pazdro moved to sign the finance and maintenance agreement between the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation and the Town of the Corinth regarding the Chicken Farm bridge identified as Corinth BRO-1447 (29) EA 14472209 with contract number FM0041 (Chicken Farm Bridge).

Road Commissioners Report / Hwy. Concerns
Upon recommendation of the road commissioner, Smith moved that roads be posted all over town for the state statutory weight limit.  Specifically maximum weight limit; for 2-axle trucks is 15,000 pounds. The maximum weight limit of a 3-axle truck is 18,000 pounds and for 4 axle or more trucks the limit is 20,000 pounds. The statutory weight limit will be effective March 15, 2011 and end May 15, 2011 or sooner should conditions allow. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Locke moved that the select board reiterate its support for the enforcement of the highway weight limits in the Town of Corinth and for the levy of the statutory fines where appropriate. Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Facilities manager report/ Town hall usage
Collette reported that a study on the town hall boiler is being continued and that fire extinguishers are being added to the offices.

Committees energy /solid waste / town report
The energy committee reported that the final plan report for the state agency is completed and will be submitted.

Correspondence
Correspondences was presented and discussed.

Warrants and Bills & Treasurer’s Concerns
Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.
Financial Report
The Financial report was presented, discussed and signed. 
Other business
The select board extends its thanks to the energy committee and others who assisted the town garage energy conservation project

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:02 p.m. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
February 14, 2011

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan, Susanne Smith; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Mia Roethlein and Leesa Stewart, Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District; Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Jim Toher, Casella; Virginia Barlow; Robert Sandberg

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
      Approval of January 10, 2011 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes: Sheridan moved to accept the minutes as written. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of Special Select Board Meeting of January 20, 2011:  Smith moved to accept the minutes are written. Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of Emergency Select Board Meeting of January 26, 2011: Smith moved to accept the minutes are written. Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Public concerns
 No concerns.

 Solid waste issues 
Central Vermont solid waste management district representatives Mia Roethlein and Leesa Stewart presented information to the select board about the programs offered if the town joined the district. Discussion followed.  There was also a representative from Casella Waste; Jim Toher, who answered questions and contributed to discussion. The select board will use this newly acquired information to help them make decisions about the town’s hazardous waste.

Review town employee policy 
There was discussion on formally defining the employee policy at next month’s meeting. Please note that the employee policy has not been changed at this present time.

   Town hall bdry. Concerns
 
The Select Board had a completed survey on the boundary for the Town Hall and Pine Tree Farm by Tom Otterman. It when be filed when all parties involved have a chance to review the survey.

 Town forest concerns
Pazdro made a motion to appoint Wendy Wieland-Alter, Laura Watermen, Dina DuBois, Jerry Andrew, Riki Sheridan, Virginia Barlow for the town forest committee. Sheridan second. Passed unanimously.

 Corinth Historical Society / Academy bell tower repair
There was discussion on the Bell tower’s repair; currently a contract is being drawn up with a contractor.

 Appointments
Pazdro presented a list of people he had contacted about appointment. Appointments will be made at Marches regular Selectboard meeting.

 Conservation comm. concerns
There was discussion on conservation committee budget for the up coming year.
It was agreed that there is indeed no funding approved for the current fiscal year.

Road Commissioners Report / Hwy. Concerns
 There will be an open house Saturday, Feb 26th, 2011 10-12 a.m. at the town garage. The public is welcome to come and see the energy upgrades including insulation, new waste oil boiler. There will be cookies and cider and the ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 11am.

 Facilities manager report/ Town hall usage
There was discussion on the possibility of getting cordless microphones for the town hall. It was decided that microphones would not be bought for this year’s town meeting but the select board would evaluate if microphones would be beneficial for the future. The chimney liner in the town hall was successfully installed. There was discussion concerning the buildings hot water heater.

Correspondence
Correspondences were presented and discussed. Pazdro made a motion to sign the certificate of the highway mileage for the year and send it back to the state. Sheridan seconded. The motion was passed unanimously.

Warrants and Bills & Treasurer’s Concerns
Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.
Fortunati stated that the delinquent tax sales would be held Tuesday, March 8th at 9:30 a.m. in the town hall. Sheridan moved that Pazdro be the town representative at the tax sale. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
  
Financial Report
The Financial report was presented, discussed and signed. 

 Other business
Sheridan was thanked for her many years of work with the select board and received a round of applause.
Sheridan motioned to adjourn the meeting at 10:05 p.m. Smith seconded. The motion was passed unanimously.

Town of Corinth

Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting

January 10, 2011

Attending:                  Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan,

Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Frank Roderick,

Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Kevin Kinerson, Planning Commission Chair; Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Jack Learmorth,

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

1.             Approval of December 13, 2010 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes:  There was one correction/clarification:  4) Under Discussion of Town Hall Property Boundary Concerns: The defined boundary is between the Town Hall and the Pine View Properties.  Sheridan moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Pazdro seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of Special Select Board Meeting of January 6, 2011:  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes noting the date be 2011, rather than 2010. Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

2              Public concerns

No concerns.

3              911 coordinator concerns

Jack Learmonth led discussion on the possibility of renaming a section of the Bear Notch Rd. that is untraveled and is inaccessible from the Corinth side to the Beaver Meadow Extension. The matter will be looked into more with 911 and Vershire.

4              Review town employee policy

There was a discussion on the policy for highway employees pertaining to holidays. The main concern was policy in regard to holidays falling on weekends. The board agreed that if a holiday fell on a Sat. then the preceding  Fri. would be designated the holiday, and if it fell on a Sun. than the following Mon. would be the holiday. It was decided that the dates for holidays should be posted at the beginning of the new year. The board plans to revisit this issue next month.

5              Town hall boundary. Concerns

Pazdro talked with town attorney Rick Cawley who recommended that the town have Tom Otterman survey the boundary. Pazdro motion to contact Tom Otterman to do the boundary survey between town hall and Pine View Farm Properties. Sheridan second. Passed unanimously.

6              Prepare warning for annual town meeting, set date to sign warning

There was discussion on the various articles that would be included on the warning. The Select board has been presented a petition to require an Australian ballot regarding the Unified Bylaws signed by over 5% of the registered voters. Pazdro moved to set the date of Thursday the 20^th of January for a special Select board meeting at 7:00 p.m. to sign the warning. Smith seconded. Passed unanimously.

7              Listers concerns

No concerns were presented.

8              Town clerk’s concerns

No concerns were presented.

9              Road Commissioners Report/Hwy.concerns

Nothing to report

10            Facilities manager report/Town Hall usage

The Plumbing project discussed at December’s regular meeting was completed Valves have been installed to regulate water temperature. After an evaluation it has been decided that the chimney can fit a 9-inch pipe instead of the 8-inch pipe this should solve the problems with chimney.

Pazdro motion to sign this agreement of services with FMA masonry. Smith seconded. Passed unanimously.

11                 Committees

                Energy-Sheridan motioned that the Select Board approve payment to Potvin Heating and Air Conditioning in the amount of $13,070 and to Twin State Plumbing $8,700 pending a copy of their business licenses. Pazdro seconded. Passed unanimously. Solid waste- There was some discussion of the new E-Waste law effective Jan 1, 2011.  A list of electronic devices banned from VT landfills will be posted at the transfer station.  As of July 1, 2011, you will be able to dispose of computers, TVs and crts for free at collections sites around the State. There was also discussion on what the town will do with its household hazardous waste this coming year; there will be more discussion at next month’s meeting. Town report once Warning is signed, it should be sent to the printer.

12            Correspondence

The correspondences were presented and discussed. Pazdro motioned to sign for the Select Board the communication from the State of Vermont in regard to the Bear Notch Bridge. Sheridan seconded. Passed unanimously.

13            Warrants and Bills and Treasure’s Concerns

Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.

14            Financial Report

The Financial report was presented, discussed and signed. 

15            Other Business

There was no other business.

Sheridan motioned to adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Smith seconded.  Passed unanimously.

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Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
December 13, 2010

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan,
Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Frank Roderick,
Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Nancy Ertle, Town Clerk; Kevin Kinerson, Planning Commission Chair;  Olesia Pazdro, Board Clerk; Loraine Houle, Bill Houle, Bob Vondle, Christin Hale, Richard Devins, Connie Devins, Dean Gregoropoulos, Jason Aoriak, David Danforth

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

1.  Approval of November 8, 2010 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes:  There were two corrections/clarifications:  1) Under Discussion of Proposed Unified Bylaw: Fortunati went on record to disagree with the notion that the Select Board accept the bylaw instead of voters voting on it by Australian ballot. 2) Under Facilities:  Collette reported they continue to work on repairing the falling insulation from the floor of the Lister’s office. Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of Emergency Select Board Meeting of November 13, 2010:  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as printed.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

2. Appointment of Select board clerk: Smith made a motion to nominate Olesia Pazdro to position as select board clerk. Sheridan seconded. Motion passed, Russ Pazdro recused himself from vote.

3. Public Concerns:  Robert Vondle requested to the board that animal control officer be easier to contact. It was also requested that a record of the animals being trapped be accessible to the public. Pazdro stated the matter would be looked into.

4.  Town Hall Property Boundary Concerns:  The Select Board held a Special Select Board Meeting with Tom Loftus and Norm Collette on Saturday, November 13, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. to define the boundary.  Pins were placed. Pazdro motioned to accept the description of boundaries and to inquire about a survey of the boundary in the future. Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5. Traffic Ordinance:  Pazdro discussed the idea that the town set up a traffic ordinance for traffic signs that will supercede the old ones. An examination of other towns will be conducted to set up an ordinance best for the town.

6. Listers' Concerns:   No concerns.

7. Town Clerk's Concerns:  No concerns.

8. Discussion of Proposed Unified Bylaw: At last months meeting Roderick suggested the Select Board accept the bylaw; then petition to hold the public vote, to confirm or overturn it, on Town Meeting Day.  Pazdro has contacted the town attorney and VLTC to ascertain if this is possible. 
There was discussion on which process the Select Board would take in order to allow voters to vote on the bylaws by Australian ballot on Town Meeting Day. The Select board could accept the bylaw; then a petition would be prepared forcing a public vote, to confirm or overturn it, on Town Meeting Day. Pazdro said this would enable a better representation of voters due to the likelihood of more voters attending, and to save the town the expense of another election. Pazdro reassured that the petition would be made and ready for signatures the night of January 6, 2011 at 7:00pm when the Select Board would accept the bylaws. The petition would render the action inactive the board would then place the article on the town warning and enable the vote by Australian ballot. There was also much discussion on whether this action is permitted, Pazdro explained that several legal advisors including Town Attorney Rick Cawley, had looked at the proposed plan and agreed it to be legal. Allen Locke suggested that Cawley reexamine the process and write a statement describing it .So it could be accessed by the public. Smith also stated that the sole purpose of the Selectboard voting for the bylaws was to force by petition a public vote at Town Meeting. The Selectboard will present the petition right after the vote, thus buying enough time to hold an Australian ballot vote on Town Meeting Day. Pazdro moved to set the date of January 6th at 7:00 pm. for a special Select Board meeting to vote on the proposed unified bylaw. Smith seconded. The motion was passed unanimously.

9. Town Garage Renovations:  Roderick reported that currently a waste oil boiler is being installed along with a distribution system that will be installed this week. 

10. Road Commissioner's Report and Highway Concerns:  Roderick reported that everything is operational and they are ready for the weather. Currently they are finishing an upgrade on a fire proof room around the boiler.

11. Facilities Managers' Report:  Collette reported that 3 rugs were purchased. The well in the basement has been insulated. He presented major projects he wanted to work on for the town hall including some plumbing, electricical, and the lining of the chimney. Each project was discussed and prioritized. Pazdro moved to authorize projects of the chimney liner and plumbing as presented. Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Sheridan moved to buy shades and parts for 4 windows and parts for 2 not to exceed the amount of $165. Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Collette also presented the town hall rental and usage policies should be modified as many other towns are doing. This will be discussed next meeting.

12. Town report:  Sheridan reported that everything is almost all put together and will be ready in January. Solid Waste Committee:  Sheridan overviewed the new Solid Waste Implementation Grant Application for the coming year.  Pazdro moved to authorize Sheridan to complete and sign the Casella Solid Waste Implementation Grant. Smith seconded. The motion was passed.

13. Correspondence:  Correspondence was presented and discussed.  Casella Waste sent a notification that their waste transfer station will be closed on December 25th and January 1st; however they will be open on the 24th and 31st.

14.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed. 

Russ motioned to adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m. Sheridan seconded. 
 

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
November 8, 2010

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan,
Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Frank Roderick,
Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Virginia Barlow-Chair, Conservation Commission; Kelly McFarline, Board Clerk; Olesia Pazdro;
Chris Preston, School Board; Melinda Palmer; Dina DuBois; Daniel Wing

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

1.  Approval of October 11, 2010 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes:  There were four corrections/clarifications:  1)  Under Zoning Board of Adjustment Concerns:  Karen Galayda was a person present at the ZBA meeting.  She is not a member.  She reported to the landowners that their Occupancy Permit was not recorded and that they did not have a permit for their well. It was suggested that the town (not Galayda) eventually needs to bring it to the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources.  2)  Under Highway Concerns:  Locke pointed out that currently properties on Class IV roads receive a 10% discount on the assessed value of the land and a 5% discount on the value of the dwelling.   3)  Under Correspondence:  Pazdro presented the new Vermont General Highway Map (not a new town map).  4)  Under Facilities:  one Lister's rug has been purchased; two more will be purchased.  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously.  Approval of Emergency Select Board Meeting of October 25, 2010:  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as printed.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

2. Public Concerns:  Barlow asked the Board to appoint Martha Rosten as a Conservation Commissioner following the resignation of Randy McFarline.  Pazdro moved that the Select Board appoint Martha Rosten to fill the vacancy on the Conservation Commission.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

3. Waits River Valley School – School Board Member Address:  Preston reported the School Board will be holding three informational meetings at the Waits River Valley School regarding the upcoming bond vote:  1)  Wednesday, 11/17/2010, at 7:00 p.m.; 2) Tuesday, 11/30/2010, at 7:00 p.m.; and 3) Wednesday, 12/01/2010, at 7:00 p.m.  The bond vote, by Australian ballot, will take place on 12/04/2010.

4.  Town Hall Property Boundary Concerns:  The Select Board will hold a Special Select Board Meeting with Tom Loftus and Norm Collette on Saturday, November 13, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. to define the boundary.  Pins will be placed.

5. Town Hall Lighting:  Wing and DuBois requested a letter of acknowledgment for their gift of the exterior lighting on the Town Hall.  Wing submitted copies of three invoices substantiating the value of the lighting gift to Treasurer Fortunati.  Wing and DuBois reported they had hoped their gift of town hall lighting would be provide enough light to replace the street light (which shines directly into their home).  After discussion, some suggestions were made:  a different style of street light lamp, fixture, or bulb, or moving the light pole to a different location.  Sheridan and DuBois will contact Washington Electric to find out what options are available to lessen the "light pollution" and to change the street light to one more in keeping with a rural area.

6. Proposed Town Forest:  Pazdro moved to accept the donation of land offered by Susan Gussenhoven Shea of her 93.59 acre parcel of property at the end of Wilson Road for use by the Town of Corinth as a Town Forest contingent on the following:  1)  the Town can acquire this land without the expenditure of town funds in excess of $1,000;
2) the Town attorney provides assurance that the title to the land is marketable; and 3) it is understood that the Town Forest will be named "F.X. Shea Forest" in honor of Susan's late husband.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously. 

7. Listers' Concerns:   No concerns.

8. Town Clerk's Concerns:  No concerns.

9. Discussion of Proposed Unified Bylaw:  Roderick suggested the Select Board accept the bylaw; then petition to hold the public vote, to confirm or overturn it, on Town Meeting Day.  Pazdro has contacted the VLTC lawyer to ascertain if this is possible.  If not, the vote shall be scheduled as a separate election in January 2011. Fortunati went on record to disagree with the notion that the Select Board accept the bylaw instead of voters voting on it by Australian ballot.

10. Town Garage Renovations:  Pazdro moved to authorize Sheridan to instruct Treasurer Fortunati to make the final payment to Montpelier Construction once the inspections have been completed satisfactorily and all reporting requirements are met.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

11. Energy Committee:  Wing reported a waste oil boiler is required.  Energy Committee will meet to make a selection from the two Energy Star-rated boilers under consideration.

12. Road Commissioner's Report and Highway Concerns:  Roderick reported the Road Foreman has experienced an on-the-job injury.  He is recovering and will return to work on 11/23/2010.  Backup coverage is available in case of foul weather in the next few weeks.  Since last meeting, a portion of Cookeville Road has a base coat pavement. Through a grant from Better Back Roads, erosion control is just about completed in West Corinth.  Roderick reported they need to put up more winter sand.  Fortunati reported the Road Foreman, Joe Blodgett, has successfully completed a Reasonable Suspicion Training class.

13. Facilities Managers' Report:  Collette reported they continue to work on repairing the falling insulation from the floor of the Lister’s office; sealing, foaming and cementing the sills; completed laying plastic in the crawl space under the Treasurer's office; bermed up dirt along the foundation.  Purchased one rug for Listers' chairs, two more to be purchased. 
Some re-wiring needs to be done.  Collette will present this at the budget meeting.  Collette would also like to replace the 8-ft. long tables with lighter weight 6-ft. long tables which would be easier to pick up and move about without dragging across and scratching the floors.  Pazdro inquired about the status of the academy renovations.  Collette responded he will be sending out "Requests for Proposals" for these renovations with the hope that work will be done by June 30, 2011.  

14. Solid Waste Committee:  Sheridan presented the new Solid Waste Implementation Grant Application for the coming year.  The application is due 12/31/2010.  Smith offered to work with Sheridan on this matter.  Town Report Committee:  Sheridan reported town reports were due 11/01/2010.  Once collected and organized, along with wildlife pictures, she will get them to the printer before the holidays.

15. Correspondence:  Correspondence was presented and discussed. 

16.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed. 

17: Other Business:  Pazdro moved to thank Kelly for her service with us.  Smith seconded.  The motion was passed unanimously.  Emergency lights were tested; fire extinguishers checked.

The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
October 11, 2010

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan,
Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Frank Roderick,
Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Kevin Kinerson-Chair,
Planning Commission; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Karen Galayda, Zoning Administrator Officer;
Virginia Barlow-Chair, Conservation Commission; Tim O'Dell,
Energy Committee; Kelly McFarline, Board Clerk

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

1.  Approval of September 13, 2010 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes:  There were no corrections to the September 13, 2010 minutes.  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously. 

2. Public Concerns:  None.

3.   Listers' Concerns:  Locke reported there is one change:  Parcels 117-00195 and 117-00395 were combined together and homestead tax rate was applied to the entire property.  Net effect on the 2010 Grand List:  No change.  Net effect on property tax billed:  $16.  Pazdro moved to combine Parcels 117-00195 and 117-00395 into one parcel. Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

4. Zoning Board of Adjustment Concerns:  Galayda reported she had warned a board meeting to meet with the landowners with the flood plain concerns.  At the meeting, Galayda (the only person present at the ZBA meeting) reported to the landowners that their Occupancy Permit was not recorded and that they did not have a permit for their well.  Pazdro suggested that the town eventually would need to bring it to the State of Vermont Agency of Natural Resources.  Pazdro will have the Select Board draft a letter to the Zoning Board members addressing meeting attendance and the need to have the board work as a whole to enforce flood plain regulations for the town.

5. Town Clerk's Concerns:  None.

6. Discussion of a Proposed Gift of a Woodland for a Town Forest:  Barlow reported Susan Shea wants to donate a parcel of land (93.59 acres) to the town as a "Town Forest" in honor of her late husband, Frank.  Shea also wants to strengthen the conservation easement to eliminate the house lot.  Barlow reported she applied for a grant to help offset the costs involved in changing the conservation easement, legal fees, insurance, etc.  Pazdro will have the Select Board contact the Town Attorney, Rick Cawley, and Barlow will contact the Upper Valley Land Trust for estimates of costs involved.  Barlow explained that although the town would lose a small amount of property tax revenue, the woodland would provide an income stream to the town as an offset of the lost tax revenue.  Barlow will supply Fortunati with a copy of the grant

application she filed.  A public tour of the land was suggested.  Barlow will have the Conservation Commission prepare an announcement for the Town's next newsletter.

7. Town Garage Status Report:  Roderick reported most of the work is done but has not yet inspected by the State inspector.  After reviewing the construction contract's scope of work that the contractor was operating under, some spec variances were found and some electric work has not been completed.  O'Dell will draft a letter for the Select Board to review and send to the contractor about these variances.  The Select Board authorized Sheridan to sign the letter.  The Select Board will not authorize any further payments to the contractor until these issues are settled.

8. Road Commissioner's Report and Highway Concerns:  Eagle Hollow Road:  paving is complete.  Chelsea Road:  paved portion where the road had subsided.  West Corinth:  currently working on erosion control (two culverts replaced, enlarged and stone-lined ditches).  Cookeville:  base coat paving will be completed before winter sets in.  Ford Truck Loan/Lease:  it has been a year since the lease was taken out on the truck.  We can now change the loan to a lower rate loan (from 7.5% interest rate through Ford to a 2.35% interest rate through People's Bank).  Pazdro suggested the Select Board call a special meeting to vote on this issue once Fortunati has had a chance to gather up the paperwork.  Richardson and Claflin Roads Emergency Access:  Roderick reported work required to bring Claflin Road up to a passable condition for emergency access would be substantial and not feasible in the short term.  Claflin Road can, as a long-term project, be improved over time.  Richardson Road can be maintained, in the short term (between now and next summer), as emergency access to the area.  Locke gave Roderick permission to do whatever needs to be done on Claflin Road that borders his (Locke's) stretch of land.  Locke pointed out that currently properties on Class IV roads receive a 10% discount on the assessed value of the land and a 5% discount on the value of the dwelling.  As such, any properties along roads that are upgraded from Class IV to Class III would lose this discount.  Road Grader:  Roderick reports the computer in the road grader died and is in for repairs. 

9. Facilities Managers' Report:  Collette reported they are cleaning up, leveling and laying plastic in the crawl space in the basement.  Insulated, sealed and caulked sill along the foundation which will result in a substantial heat savings.  Purchased two rugs for Listers' chairs.  Door handles have been adjusted to work property.  Working on the replacing blinds or repairing springs, if feasible.  Locke reported Listers need shades on their windows and for Fortunati's office as well.

 
10. Planning Commission – Proposed Unified Development Bylaw Discussion:  The public hearing will be on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. Copies of the overview, revisions and complete document will be on hand for the public's reference.  Kevin Geiger of Two Rivers Ottauquechee Regional Commission will attend the hearing as a supplemental reference source. 

11.   Committees: Solid Waste:  No report. Town Report:  Fortunati reported she sent out forms to organizations who desire appropriation funding.  These forms, as well as the agency/organization reports, are due November 1, 2010 in order to be included in upcoming budget committee meetings in preparation for Town Meeting.  Laurie has sent reminders to all who contribute reports.

12. Correspondence:  Correspondence was presented and discussed.  Pazdro presented the new Vermont General Highway map which will be available to the public through the Town Clerk at a cost of $1.00 each.  Pazdro presented the Select Board with a contract received from the Town's auditors describing their scope of services for the annual audit.  Pazdro moved to sign the contract with Sullivan & Powell, CPAs for the audit of fiscal year ending June 30, 2010.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Pazdro reported the auditors have suggested a "separation of powers" in the town office by having someone come in to reconcile the monthly bank statements and review monthly journal entries.  Pazdro reported he will call a local bookkeeper to see if she would be interested in this work.  Suggested a start date of January 2011. 

13.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.  Vision Insurance:  Fortunati reported she learned of an alternative vision plan while attending the recent Town Fair that offers lower premiums compared to the town's current plan.  As with the current plan, employee participation is completely voluntary and premiums are 100% employee-paid.   She will review the plan with the participants and if the benefits prove out to be comparable at a substantial cost savings, can implement the change at the first of the new year.

14: Other Business:  Emergency lights were tested; fire extinguishers checked.

The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 p.m. 

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
September 13, 2010

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan, Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town
Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Kevin Kinerson-Chair, Planning
Commission; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Karen Galayda, Zoning Administrator Officer; Laura Brill; Kelly McFarline, Board Clerk

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

1.  Approval of August 9, 2010 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes:  There were two corrections to the August 9, 2010 minutes.  Section 2-Public Concerns:  change "Fire Marshall" to "Fire Warden."  Section 3-Listers' Concerns:  change "published" to "lodged."  Sheridan moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.  Approval of September 3, 2010 Emergency Select Board Meeting Minutes:  Sheridan moved to accept the September 3, 2010 minutes, Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

2. Public Concerns:  Yoga Class Schedule:  Laura Brill reported her yoga classes run about 1.5 hours long and has planned for two classes on Mondays:  one from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and one from 5:30 p.m. to approximately 6:45 p.m.  Longo gave Brill the forms to fill out in order to rent Town Hall space.  The Town will charge Brill $20 per day for use of its space.

3.   Listers' Concerns:  Locke reported he has no concerns to raise at this time.

4. Zoning Board of Adjustment Concerns:  Galayda reported the Zoning Board will be meeting soon to discuss the property with the flood plain question.  Galayda will check with FEMA and the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources for flood plain requirements.

5. Town Clerk's Concerns:  No concerns at this time.

6. Discussion of a Proposed Land Donation to Town of Corinth:  The Select Board received a letter of intent from Susan Shea proposing the donation of a parcel of land (93.59 acres) to the town as a "Town Forest" in honor of her late husband, Frank. 
Sheridan reported the Corinth Conservation Commission is responsible for helping the Select Board with such matters and that it would be subject to a public vote at Town Meeting.
 
7. Planning Commission – Proposed Unified Development Bylaw Discussion:  A public hearing on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. has been noticed.  Kinerson provided Pazdro with a list of changes to discuss at the hearing.  It was suggested Kevin Geiger of Two Rivers Ottauquechee Regional Commission stand by at the hearing as a supplemental reference source.  The responsibilities of the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) and Planning Commission were discussed.  Kinerson suggested streamlining the ZBA into a Development Review Board as a single entity for public hearings regarding development, zoning and subdivisions.  The Planning Commission would then act as an appeals board and free it up to concentrate on Town planning. Pazdro asked Kinerson to research the requirements of such a restructure.

8.   Town Garage Status Report:  Roderick reported the project started on 09/08/2010 and is about 25% complete.  Roderick suggested a progress payment of 25% be made now ($30,516 x 25% = $7,629 less 10% $762.90 = $6,866.10) to Montpelier Construction.  Select Board members approved and signed off on this amount ($6,866.10) as a warrant for Fortunati to pay this week.  Roderick is looking for a volunteer work crew to work the weekend of 09/25/2010 on the garage as part of the "in kind" portion of the project.

9. Road Commissioner's Report and Highway Concerns:  Eagle Hollow and Chelsea Roads:  Roderick reported paving to be completed soon.  Upcoming projects: 1) widen ditches, replace one culvert and improve three to four driveways in Cookeville area and, if there are enough funds, preparation for a base coat to seal road before winter; 2) well line across road near post office;  and 3) re-landscape/rearrange the town green to make it more uniform.

10. Facilities Managers' Report:  Collette reported on the Town Hall's door latches and repairs to the warped door on the East Corinth General Store bulletin board.  Need to purchase three new chair mats/rugs for Listers' office.  Mowed the bank at the Town Hall.

11.   Committees: Solid Waste:  Sheridan reported Casella accepts refrigerators and air conditioners at the Corinth Town Transfer Station at a charge of $15 each to town residents.  This cost covers Casella's expense of Freon removal.  The town then recycles the metal from these appliances.  Town Report:  Sheridan reported she needs to start collecting reports and photos for the town report.

12. Correspondence:  Correspondence was presented and discussed.  Pazdro moved to pay the State of Vermont Department of Taxes $231.85 for the annual letter of agreement for license of [Listers'] computer appraisal services.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.
13.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.  Fortunati reported she is readying for the upcoming Tax Sale in January or February 2011.  Pazdro moved to allow Fortunati to have attorney Rick Cawley handle the Tax Sale.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  The meeting was adjourned at
9:59 p.m. 

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
August 9, 2010

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan, Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town
Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Kevin Kinerson-Chair, Planning
Commission; Norm Collette and Connie Longo, Facility Managers; Joe Hill, First Constable; Forbes S.
Morrell, Zoning Board of Adjustment; William G. Farr, Annie Dolan, Dick Dolan; Kelly McFarline,
Board Clerk

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

1.  Approval of July 12, 2010 Regular Select Board Meeting Minutes:  There was one correction to the July 12, 2010 minutes to Section 7-Facility Managers' Report:  Rick Cawley will be contacting Tom Otterman, not Tom Loftus, regarding the Loftus Farm and Town Hall boundary line.  Sheridan moved to accept the minutes as amended, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.  Approval of July 22, 2010 Emergency Select Board Meeting Minutes:  Sheridan moved to accept the July 22, 2010 minutes, Pazdro seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

2. Public Concerns:  Claflin Road:  Annie Dolan reported on the condition of Claflin Road and presented a petition requesting grading and maintenance to bring it back to a Class IV road, not only for the local residents, but also for access of emergency 911 vehicles. Pazdro said for the record, the Select Board is in favor of pursuing a plan to continue Claflin Road as a Class IV road, and to improve it as soon as possible.  Pazdro requested Roderick meet with the landowners regarding the improvements. Fast Squad:  Annie Dolan reported their budget is in arrears.  Pazdro moved to advance the Fast Squad their remaining fiscal year appropriation of $4,500 to keep them going.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.
Vacant House.  The Selectmen have received some complaints about open burning at a vacant house on Cookeville Road.  There is particular concern about fire danger (unattended fire) and the possible burning of hazardous materials.  The Constable and the Fire Warden will monitor the situation.  Richardson Road:  William Farr requested widening and improving a steep stretch (3,100 feet) of this Class IV road.  Pazdro suggested more research on which road should be upgraded, Claflin or Richardson, and asked Roderick to obtain and compare road improvement estimates to determine which of the two roads should be improved to allow quicker 911 emergency access to the area.

3.   Listers' Concerns:  Locke reported he has one change to the 2010 Grand List.  Since the list has already been lodged, this change must be authorized by the Select Board.  Pazdro moved to authorize the Listers to correct the 2010 Grand List listing of Parcel 061-00577 and Parcel 061-00617.  Sheridan seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

4. Planning Commission:  Kinerson requested a date for the public hearing on the Unified Development Bylaws.  Pazdro moved to schedule a public hearing on the Unified Development Bylaws on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Kinerson will prepare a summary of changes for the hearing and will e-mail the notice (warning) requirements to Pazdro.

5. Town Clerk's Concerns:  no report.  

6. Road Commissioner's Report and Highway Concerns:  Town Garage:  Roderick reported the addition on the Town Garage is now closed in.  Pazdro moved to allow Sheridan to sign the final contract with Montpelier Construction for the Town Garage Energy Project.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Speeding in East Corinth Village:  Pazdro reported an inquiry by the Rev. Michael Caldwell of the East Corinth Congregational Church about speeding in the village.  Pazdro and Roderick are looking into putting a radar cart and traffic counter strips (speed strips) to monitor speeders and running patrols to discourage speeding.  Center Road:  warning signs have been ordered.  Cookeville Road:  ground up about 1/2 mile of the road, need to improve ditches and replace a couple of culverts.  Eagle Hollow Road:  will be paved by the end of this month. Chelsea Road, near Tullar Road:  later on this week will work on the spot in the road where it sank down several feet.  Will not be changing the "Y" as the telephone company has main fiber optic cable going through there, but will put in two to three culverts as well as ditch improvements. The paved portion of the road is scheduled to be re-paved by the end of this month (at the same time as Eagle Hollow Road).

7. Facilities Managers' Report:  Collette reported they are working on the door latches; replaced well water filter; will be working on roof gutters, sealing the roof and window shade maintenance.  Pazdro gave Collette and Longo a communication he received from the State of Vermont Dept. of Buildings and General Services regarding a facilities grant program.   The Facilities Managers are responsible for the Town Calendar.  It's imperative that events be scheduled through Collette and Longo to avoid conflicts and to allow time for cleaning between calendared events.  As a reminder:  town business takes precedent over non-governmental activities. 

8.   Committees:  Energy Committee:  As noted above, the Select Board voted to allow Sheridan to sign the final contract with Montpelier Construction.  As part of its in-kind contribution required by the grant, we need volunteers from the Town of Corinth to remove old insulation from the Town Garage.  The town will provide face masks.  Proposed dates for this volunteer project are August 21 and August 28.  Solid Waste:  Sheridan reported the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be held Saturday, September 11, 2010, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Bradford Town Garage.  A question came up about disposing appliances with Freon (refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) at the Town Transfer Station.  Sheridan will contact Casella to find out who takes these items.
9. Correspondence:  Flood Plain Zoning:  Pazdro reported our Zoning Administrator, Karen Galayda, sent a letter to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (with a copy to him) regarding the set up of a residence trailer at the corner of Abe Jacobs and Chelsea Road which may be in conflict with flood plain zoning ordinances.  He will request the Zoning Board of Adjustment to make a determination.  FEMA requires towns to enforce these ordinances; otherwise, FEMA can cancel Corinth's flood insurance which would prevent the town from qualifying for loans, etc. Washington Electric New Power Line on Brook Road: Pazdro moved to have the Select Board sign the right-of-way easement for the WEC power line across the Town of Corinth's property on Brook Road.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Vermont League of Towns and Cities:  Pazdro moved to designate Smith as the Town's voting delegate at the VLTC Annual Business Meeting on October 7, 2010.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Budget Committee Meetings:  Pazdro moved to set dates for the budget planning meetings as November 16, November 30, December 7, December 14 and December 28, 2010.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.
10.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.  Fortunati presented a letter from Green Mountain Power requesting authorization to direct deposit their property tax payments (electronically through ACH) into the Town's bank account.  The form requires two authorized signatures.  Pazdro and Fortunati signed the form.

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  The meeting was adjourned at
10:07 p.m. 

Emergency Selectboard  Meeting
Approved Minutes
Corinth, Vermont   July 22, 2010
Present:  Selectboard:  Russ Pazdro, Chair, Susanne Smith, Laurie Sheridan; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner

Meeting called to order at 7 pm 
1. Susan reviewed figures used to determine tax rate, going over prepared spreadsheet explaining how it was done.  Laurie moved to set the 2010-2011 FY tax rate as recommended by the Treasurer at 1.9094 Residential Rate and 1.9566 Non-Residential Rate.  Susanne seconded, passed unanimously.

2. Russ went over a letter from the State Agency of Transportation informing Corinth of the selection of Corinth TH 16, bridge #36 (Chicken Farm Bridge) as a development and evaluation project within VTrans’ state fiscal year 2011 Town Highway Bridge Program and asking the Town to confirm its interest in the project by signing the attached form. The form cites agreement to participate in the project, commit to a 10% share of the cost, and enter into a Finance and Maintenance Agreement with the State.  Russ moved to sign the form, Susanne seconded, passed unanimously.  Frank will talk with State engineer Warren Tripp about mention in the letter of accomplishing work that has already been done.  The form was signed.  Susan will mail it to the State.

Meeting was adjourned at 7:30 pm

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Select Board Meeting
July 12, 2010

Attending:   Select Board members: Russ Pazdro-Chair, Laurie Sheridan, Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati, Town
Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Joe Blodgett, Road Foreman;
Kevin Kinerson-Chair, Planning Commission; Kelly McFarline, Board Clerk

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

1.  Approval of Minutes of June 14, 2010:  There were no corrections to the June 14, 2010 minutes.  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as presented, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

2. Public Concerns:  Planning Commission:  Kinerson presented the Select Board with a draft of the proposed Unified Development Bylaws (post public hearing) for their review and approval process.  Town residents can read the draft of the proposed Unified Development Bylaws on the Town website.  Pazdro reported the Select Board received a letter from Kinerson announcing that he plans to resign his position on the Corinth Planning Commission effective Town Meeting Day 2011.  Pazdro also stated that we are looking for new members for the Planning Commission and hope that Corinth residents will step forward and volunteer for appointment to the commission.

3.   Listers' Concerns:  Locke will be turning over the final version of the Grand List to the Town Clerk and Treasurer by the end of this week.  He will be posting the Grand List on the town's website as well as Tax Maps.  The new computers and server have been installed.  Fortunati will report more on the computers under her report.

4. Street Light Status:  This is the street light across from the Town Hall.  Pazdro received an e-mail from Melinda Palmer supporting retaining the street light for security purposes and a public comment from Tom Loftus supporting same.  Pazdro asked, through these minutes, if anyone has any other points of view to please contact the Select Board.  No action was taken.

5. Town Clerk's Concerns:  no report.  Sheridan reported the deadline for announcements in the upcoming Town newsletter is July 26.  Pazdro asked that the newsletter include a note that the Select Board has received the Planning Commission's draft proposed Unified Development Bylaws and will be planning public hearings.

6. Road Commissioner's Report and Highway Concerns:  Roderick reported they have started construction on the addition at the Town Garage (foundation and two walls).  Blodgett reported work on Chelsea Road is in process. The State wants the intersection at Tullar Road changed from a "Y" to a "T" intersection to be funded by the State's emergency fund; work to start next month.  Week of July 19 will replace culvert on Maplewood in East Orange.  Blodgett reported there's a surplus in the Highway fund, a portion of which he would like to use for 1) a new roof on the Town Garage, 2) a new toilet and sink for the Town Garage bathroom, and 3) a new (used) tractor for mowing as the current one is over 40 years old and in costly disrepair.  Blodgett reported he found a used 2000 New Holland 4WD boom mower tractor for $20,000.  Sheridan moved to authorize up to $13,000 of the highway fund surplus be used for a new roof on the Town Garage. Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Sheridan moved to authorize Blodgett to purchase the 2000 New Holland 4WD tractor if, after testing it, he feels it is a good investment. Pazdro seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Sheridan moved to authorize Fortunati to write a check for no more than $20,000 for the purchase of the tractor.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Blodgett reported a Better Back Roads Grant of $10,000 was received which will be used for road work and replacement of a culvert beyond Johnson Road where it washed out.

7. Facilities Managers' Report:  Collette and Longo sent an e-mail report as they could not attend tonight's meeting.  Vacuum Cleaner:  Pazdro reported on the Facilities Managers' vacuum cleaner preference and suggested Fortunati discuss this with Collette and Longo to develop a recommendation for a final decision at the next Select Board meeting. Sticking Doors: Collette is working on the door sticking problem which recently cropped up due to the moist weather.  Town Hall Boundary:  Collette reports Rick Cawley will be contacting Tom Otterman regarding the Loftus Farm and Town Hall boundary line.  Town History and Genealogy Books:  Collette reports there are many inaccuracies that need to be worked out before any additional publishing projects are pursued.

8.   Committees:  Energy Committee:  Pazdro reported the Energy Committee has received the hard copy of the official approved and executed $50,000 grant for the Town Garage Energy Project.  Roderick reported now that we have the executed grant, he can prepare a formal contract with Montpelier Construction.  Fortunati will set up a separate fund account on the Town's books to keep track of the grant fund.  Solid Waste:  A question came up about recycling electronics in Corinth.  Sheridan and Roderick reported the Corinth Transfer Station does have an electronics recycle bin provided by Casella which accepts materials at a fee per pound.

9. Correspondence:  Pazdro reported the Town has received the Education Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2011 from the State of Vermont.  Anyone with questions about the tax rate should call the Town's Treasurer, Susan Fortunati, at (802) 439-5850.  Fortunati reported as soon as the Grand List is filed with the Town Clerk by the Listers, she will ask the Select Board to schedule a special meeting to set the tax rate.

10.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.  Fortunati reported Systems Plus has just completed installation of the new computers and server.  Fortunati reported there is a $139,557 surplus in the General Fund and $139,429 surplus in the Highway Fund.  As noted above, a portion of the Highway Fund surplus will be used for a new roof on the Town Garage and a mowing tractor.  A portion (to be determined) of these surpluses will also be returned to the taxpayers as an offset to property taxes.

Sheridan moved to adjourn the meeting.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  The meeting was adjourned at
9:22 p.m. 

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
June 14, 2010

Attending:   Selectboard members: Russ Pazdro, Laurie Sheridan, Susanne Smith; Karen Galayda, Assistant Town
Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Norm Collette and Connie Longo,
Facilities Managers; Kelly McFarline, Board Clerk; Jack Gundy

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

1.  Approval of Minutes of May 10, 2010:  There was one correction to Section 8: Facilities Manager's Report: Touch up painting in the "hall way" is done (not the "hall"). Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Sheridan seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

2. Public Concerns:  Academy Bell Tower:  Collette reported he will put out for bids for the Academy Bell Tower work soon.  He hopes to get bids back in time for the July 2010 Select Board meeting.  Center Road:  Jack Gundy reported he is concerned about the number of speeding vehicles on the road, especially with pedestrians, horse-drawn carriages and horseback riders sharing the road with vehicles and there is little visibility.  Gundy asked what the speed limit is on Center Road.  Pazdro and Sheridan reported the State speed limit on unposted town roads is 50 mph as safety permits.  Pazdro moved to authorize Roderick to investigate and install appropriate signage as necessary in the Corinth Center area.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

3.   Listers' Concerns:  Locke reported 156 Change of Appraisal Notices were sent out on June 4, 2010.  Hearings regarding adjustments will be held on June 18, 2010 or any other date as necessary.

4. Orange County Sheriff Contract:  Pazdro moved to sign the Orange County Sheriff's Department One-Year Contract effective July 1, 2010.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Pazdro read a letter from the Orange County Sheriff regarding ATV use on town roads.  The Sheriff's Department is looking to purchase a Polaris Ranger 4WD ATV that will be based at Sgt. Joe Hill's home and will be ready for use by July 1, 2010 to monitor ATV use on town roads.

5. Discussion Cemetery Audit:  Pazdro suggested that the Cemetery Commission wait until Susan Fortunati returns on June 21, 2010 and pay the audit expense within the fiscal year.

6. Town Clerk's Concerns:  no report.

7. Basic Emergency Operations Plan:  Sheridan presented the Basic Emergency Operations Plan and updated it with current contact numbers and eliminated duplications.  Pazdro moved to approve the Basic Emergency Operations Plan as updated.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Sheridan suggested a copy be made for the Town Office before it is sent off.

8. Town Hall Property Boundary Concerns:  Pazdro reported Tom Otterman and Rick Cawley will do some research and once they have their findings, will have further discussions regarding the Loftus Farm and Town Hall boundary line.
 
9. Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns:  Roderick reported plan was to pave Eagle Hollow Road this summer.  Requested bids from both Pike Industries and Blaktop.  Blaktop came in as the low bidder.  He also suggested we accept Blaktop's bids for paving a piece of Chelsea Road below Jewel Hill where the road sank a couple of years ago and also to grind up a portion of Cookeville Road.  Pazdro moved that we accept Blaktop's bids for paving work on Eagle Hollow, Chelsea and Cookeville Roads.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.   Roderick also reported mowing along the roadsides has started.  Pazdro reported Washington Electric Cooperative (WEC) will be installing new power lines and poles up along Brook Road to make it easier to repair and maintain their lines in the area.  Pazdro moved to sign the permit requested by WEC to perform work along Brook Road as described.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously. 

10.    Facilities Managers' Report:  Exterior Lights:  Collette reported the new energy-efficient exterior lights are all up and running around the Town Hall.  Brian Kilpatrick offered to buy the old lights for $70 each (new lights cost $162 each). The Select Board gave Collette permission to sell the old lights to Kilpatrick for $70 each. Vacuum Cleaner:  Longo reported she researched a new backpack vacuum cleaner normally $529 on sale for $475 until July 31, 2010.  Pazdro suggested we wait until the next Select Board Meeting in the new fiscal year to approve this expenditure.  That will still give Collette and Longo sufficient time to order the vacuum cleaner at the sale price.  Town Calendar:  Collette reported the Town Calendar is now being maintained by Longo and it is working out really well.  Acoustic Testing:  was done on June 12, 2010.  Collette and Longo are studying ways to control echo problems in the Hall and are researching grants for future funds to obtain curtains, acoustic tiles, etc. to reduce these echo problems.

11. Committees:  Town Garage Energy Project:  Sheridan reported the town garage grant letter should be received by the end of June.  Roderick reported a test was done of the exterior paint of the town garage and no lead was found.  The road crew will start working on the foundation for the addition next week. 

12.   Correspondence:  was presented and discussed.  Division of Planning Outreach Community Affairs Mapping Unit:  Pazdro reported they acknowledged our 2010 Certificate of Highway Mileage and is awaiting the actual map which should be received by late summer.  He reported that after discussion with a concerned property owner, the road to the Camp Munn Cemetery will remain a 4th Class road.  Once we get the map in late summer, Pazdro suggested the Town write a letter confirming that the road is the only right-of-way that the Town recognizes to the cemetery and that the Town would not change it to a 3rd Class road without permission of the property owners.

13.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed. 

14.   Other Business:  Town Generator:  Pazdro moved to approve and sign the Preventative Maintenance Agreement for the Town Hall's generator with Control Power Systems at a cost of $550.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously. 

Pazdro moved to adjourn the meeting.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  The meeting was adjourned at 9:13 p.m.  The Select Board and Facilities Managers then went outside to check out the new exterior lights.

Town of Corinth
Approved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
May 10, 2010

Attending:   Selectboard members: Russ Pazdro, Susanne Smith, Laurie Sheridan; Susan Fortunati,
  Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Norm Collette and Connie Longo
  Facilities Managers; Kelly McFarline, Board Clerk

Pazdro called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m.

1.  Approval of Minutes of April 12, 2010:  There were two corrections to Section 8: Facilities Manager's Report: 1)  the old window that was made into a bulletin board is in the meeting Hall, not the Listers' office;  2)  put a period after "thus far at a little over $4,000" and omit the remainder of the sentence.  Pazdro moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Smith seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

2. Public Concerns:  Pazdro asked Smith to report on what she learned about Selectboard appointment conflicts.  Smith went to the VLCT, Secretary of State's office and Vermont Statutes On-Line and all confirm no conflicts of spouses of Selectboard Members being appointed as commissioners.

3.   Energy Grant for Town Garage:  A formal bidding procedure was followed.  The project was put out to bid on January 26, 2010.  Pazdro moved that the Town of Corinth select Montpelier Construction as the contractor for the EECBG energy retrofit project at the town garage providing that we can come up with an acceptable contract with them.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously. 

4. Orange County Sheriff:  Pazdro drafted a letter to Sheriff Bohnyak regarding monitoring illegal ATV use in Corinth. Pazdro asked McFarline to put the letter in final form and mail to Sheriff Bohnyak.  The letter recommended that the Sheriff’s Dept. purchase an ATV to be stationed in Corinth for use in the surrounding area.

5. Listers' Concerns:  Locke reported on or before June 4, 2010, Listers will send out letters of "changes in appraisal notices" to those with changes in values.

6. Town Clerk's Concerns:  no report.

7. Road Commissioner's Report/Highway Concerns:  Camp Munn Road:  Roderick reported ditching and replacement of culverts.  Eagle Hollow Road:  replaced three culverts, ditching on uphill side of road, did stretch of stabilization where road had settled along the brook, will continue to grade and maintain until July when he can get a paving contractor in there.  Will have guard rail people reset some guardrails that have either settled or, in the process of grading over the years, have become covered with gravel.  Washington Electric Cooperative (WEC) asked the Selectboard to approve a permit to install an underground electric supply on Hayward Road.  Pazdro asked Roderick to review the paperwork.  Roderick found no issues.  Pazdro moved to approve the WEC permit for underground electric supply work on Hayward Road near the residence of Mark Sutton.  Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

8.    Facilities Manager’s Report:  Collette reported touchup painting in the hallway is done.  Floor grates are being repaired.  Painted light fixture bases so that they all match.  Started covering basement dirt floor with plastic.  Also reported they will need to eventually purchase a new vacuum cleaner (they have been using his and Longo's personal vacuum cleaner) as well as a burnisher to maintain the waxed floors. Chair mats are needed for the Listers' chairs to protect wax floors from scratches made from chair wheels.  They'd like to replace the large trash cans upstairs with smaller cans to eliminate wasteful under-use of large trash bags.

9. Committees – Solid Waste:  Pazdro reported Todd Deuso from Casella would like to keep the same service arrangement we had in the past year for the new fiscal year.  We have no formal contract with them.  No change in service.  Sheridan asked Smith about the Solid Waste Committee.  Smith reported she called Bob Sandberg and Joyce McKeeman (who was the former chair) to look at getting this committee up and going again.

Committees – Town Report:  Sheridan reported they are looking for photos, sketches, paintings, etc. of local wildlife for next year's town report.  Smith investigated the VLCT statutes that stipulate what must be included in town reports.  According to the VLCT, we could simply mail out a "Notice of Availability" at a lower postage cost than mailing out full reports to all residents. Theoretically we would not have to print out as many full reports. Pazdro suggested this be presented to the voters at Town Meeting.  In the meantime, we will get some figures comparing the cost of the two methods of distribution.

10.   Correspondence:  was presented and discussed.  Pazdro moved to have the Selectboard sign for receipt of the State of Vermont's 2009 Bridge Assessment Inspection Report and pass the information onto the Road Commissioner. Smith seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Pazdro handed it over to Roderick for his review.

11.   Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns:  Warrants and bills were presented, discussed and signed.  Fortunati reported Chittenden Bank requires a list of authorized personnel to do e-banking (E-Treasury Trust). Fortunati will list herself as the primary administrator with Karen as a backup.    Fortunati received a VLCT notice that effective April 1, 2010, the amount of coverage provided for expediting expense, hazardous substance coverage, perishable goods, water damage coverage, mold and data or media has been increased from $100,000 any one occurrence to $500,000 any one occurrence.  This increase in coverage is provided to VLCT PACIF member municipalities at no additional cost.  Pazdro moved to accept the Network Proposal from Systems Plus for the new computer system for the Town Hall.  Sheridan seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.  Fortunati reported she will not be at the June 2010 Selectboard meeting.  She will ask either Nancy or Karen to take her place.  She will have all warrants and bills ready for the board.

12.   Other Business:  Collette reported he and Longo attended a workshop regarding 911 mapping of town cemeteries.  Last Wednesday all nine Corinth cemeteries were mapped and GPS coordinated.

Sheridan moved the meeting be adjourned.  Smith seconded.  The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
April 12, 2010

Attending:   Selectboard members: Russ Pazdro, Susanne Smith; Susan Fortunati,
  Treasurer; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister;
  Norm Collette, Facilities Manager; Connie Longo; Kelly McFarline,
  Board Clerk; Ashley Chaffee, Patty Duffy, Jeff Harris, Jodi Meyette,
  Katie O’Donnell, Peggy Pierson, Lee Porter, Andrew Smith

Russ called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

1.  Approval of Minutes of March 8, 2010

There were a few typos to correct:  Hal Drury’s and Todd Deuso’s names were misspelled. 
Russ moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Susanne seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of the March 12, 2010 Special Selectboard Meeting Minutes.  Russ moved to accept the minutes as presented; Susanne seconded.  The motion passed unanimously. 

2. Public Concerns

 Green Up Day:  Jodi Meyette of the Orange County Cruisers (ATV Club) reported they would like to help out on Green Up Day, May 1, 2010.  She said participating ATVers would meet on April 25, 2010 to register their ATVs through VASA.

She reported last year the group worked really hard and went deep into the woods along Brook Road.  They received a lot of good feedback for their efforts.  Russ reported their efforts were much appreciated.

Russ moved that the Town of Corinth allow the Orange County Cruisers access to the Town highways, specifically along Brook Road, on Green Up Day to help in the clean up. 

Additional comments:  Susan Fortunati reported that Casella will be on site until 3:00 p.m. on Green Up Day and there will be no charge to dispose of the green Green Up bags.

Russ called for the original motion.  Susanne seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

 Campground proposed on Topsham side of Corinth:  Peggy Pierson reported 85 sites are proposed and currently going through Act 250 review.  She is concerned about access to the site through East Corinth.  Susanne reported she and Laurie Sheridan went with the Agency of Natural Resources to a site visit and hearing that followed and confirmed there are 85 sites proposed:  20 seasonal, 50 short-term RV areas and tenting areas on the 15-acre site.  Susanne reported these areas of concern at the hearing:  1) the bridge, 2) Village Road access, 3) Thompson Road access and 4) lines of sight.  As it stands now, the hearing is in recess pending about five different things:  1) a revised landscaping plan, 2) wastewater disposal, 3) well drilling, 4) sight distance at the access roads and 5) access road permits. Therefore, the Agency of Natural Resources has much to consider before any decisions are made regarding this proposed project.

Russ asked for any other comments.

Peggy reported that there has been a traffic counter at the log cabin near the East Corinth General Store which shows 1,800 cars going through there in only one day.  She also reported that the cost of one mile of pavement is $175,000.  Peggy suggested perhaps Corinth and Topsham could do some sort of reciprocal service, but Frank Roderick reported that although the town roads crews share equipment, none of that would have any relation to this proposed campground. 

Lee Porter suggested since it would create high traffic and unusual use of the road, the possibility of an impact fee might be imposed.

Frank’s main concern is that the narrowness and curviness of the bridge would cause problems when two large vehicles (such as a large truck meeting up with a large RV).  Norm Collette agreed.  Frank also mentioned dragging of long vehicles on tar roads in steep areas would cause damage.

Peggy reported it is assumed if the proposed project goes through, it may bring in $10,000 a year in property taxes compared to $400 now.

Russ proposed we wait and see what the Act 250 reports.

 Junk Yard Ordinance:  Patty Duffy asked if the Town of Corinth has a junk yard ordinance or zoning.  Russ reported the town does not, but the State has a regulation about unregistered vehicles being seen from the road.   Russ suggested Patty contact the State.

 Selectboard Relatives:  Patty Duffy asked Susanne Smith if she’s related to anyone on the highway department.  Susanne responded that her husband, Frank Roderick, is the Road Commissioner and further stated that, of course, she would recuse herself in any matters concerning personnel, salary, etc.  Patty asked if Susanne would recuse herself if “any highway business” was discussed.  Russ reported it is allowable to have relatives serve at the same time in town positions.  Patty would like to see the Selectboard develop a policy to avoid a conflict of interest.  Susanne said she would call the Secretary of State and the Vermont League of Towns & Cities to find out if there are any precedents or statutes regarding relatives.

3.   Casella Representative

Russ reported the Casella representative, Todd Deuso, could not make it to today‘s meeting.  Will attend at another meeting.

Susan Fortunati said Todd thought the Transfer Station’s service agreement looks good and wanted to know if the town has any concerns with their service. 

Russ asked if there were any issues at the transfer station.

Frank Roderick reported the metal bin is back.  All Metals will pay the town for the scrap metal collected there.

4. Green Up Day

Green Up Day is May 1, 2010.  As noted above, the Orange County Cruisers will help out again this year.  The green bags are ready to go.

5. Listers Concerns

Allen Locke reported two things: 

 Tax Maps:  Coinciding the tax maps with the Grand List should be done this summer on the web site. 

 Networking All Town Office Computers:  Allen reported we have a $10,000 budget to network the Treasurer’s and Town Clerk’s offices with the Listers.  He has a proposal from Systems Plus Computers in West Lebanon, New Hampshire.  Allen asked Susan Fortunati to give details of the Systems Plus proposal.  (She had contacted a firm up in Burlington, but they were too expensive.)  Susan said they are considering the purchase of a used server (for $750 -- a $600 savings) with a one-year warranty and a 4-hour response time together with six new computers all configured with same operating systems, software, etc., and a new backup system.  The computers would all come with XP Pro operating systems with licenses to upgrade to Windows 7 so as to be compatible with all new software.

Susan suggested the purchase of two new monitors, 3 UPS backup systems and the firewall with this year’s funds leaving just the six new computers and server to buy in next year’s budget.

Lastly, Susan reported three different service systems are offered.  The “Gold Plan” seems to be the best:  $199 per month ($2,400 per year) for Systems Plus to continuously monitor the server plus the monitoring of five additional elements (e.g. workstations, firewall, network switch, etc.)  plus $85 per hour (in 4-hour increments) to cover standard networking issues.

Allen said we would have to include $2,400 in the budget every year because the town would need a technical service relationship to keep the network up and running.  Susan reported there is a $10,000 budget between the Lister’s office and the Town Clerk/Treasurer’s office to deal with the server, hardware, software, etc. but if part can be paid out this year, and part next year, the service portion could be covered.  The new computers would each come with a 3-year warranty.  The System Plus proposal is $9,202.50.  Russ asked how long the proposal is good for.  Susan reported they need an acceptance signature to lock in the amount within 30 days.  Russ suggested having Laurie Sheridan review the proposal before signing, even if a special Selectboard meeting needs to be called to do so.

Norm Collette asked what would happen if the “used“ $750 server with a one-year warranty breaks down, how much it would cost to replace it.  Susan reported it would cost about $1,500 to replace.

6. Town Clerk’s Concerns

Susan Fortunati, on behalf of Nancy Ertle, reported no concerns.

7. Road Commissioner’s Report/Highway Concerns

 Mud Season:  Frank Roderick reported that mud season was going pretty good until last week when a Class 2 gravel road in West Corinth turned into a swamp all the way over to Washington.  A few isolated spots also have been bad. 

Russ asked what Frank is doing to fix the problem areas.  Frank reported hauling in gravel and lightly grading, but mostly letting nature take its course.

 Mapping the Road for Mileage for the State:  Russ asked Frank to finalize the trails mileage with Jonathan Croft.  Frank will call Jonathan and get it done.

Russ reported he received a letter from the Commission of Forests, Parks and Recreation regarding Ancient Roads.  We should have contacted them before we reclassified discontinuance of highways.  In the future we will have to notify them before reclassifying roads.
 
 New Ford 550:  Frank reported the new Ford 550 is performing very well.

 Annual Financial Plan:  Frank gave Russ the Annual Financial Plan for Town Highways to sign which is basically the State asking the Selectboard to certify that the funds raised by the Municipal taxes are equivalent or greater than the sum of at least $300 per mile for each mile of Class 1, 2 or 3 town highway.  Russ moved to sign the Annual Financial Plan for Town Highways.  Susanne seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

 Uniforms for Road Crew:  Frank asked Russ to sign the contract for uniforms for the road crew.  Russ moved to sign the contract for the uniforms; Susanne seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

 District 7 - Agency of Transportation:  Frank reported on the agency’s request that we agree to certain town road and bridge standards.  Basically any new road that is Federally- or State-funded, if a gravel road, should have at least 15 inches of gravel, the top 3 inches of which will be crushed stone, graded to drain water; any ditches up to 2.5% slope will be seeded and mulched; between 2.5% and 5% will have a biodegradable mat and be seeded; ditches with grades steeper than 5% will lined with material (same as our current highway policy).  For culverts and bridges, all new driveway culverts will be a minimum diameter of 15 inches (which is in our current policy); all new roadway culverts will be a minimum of 18 inches (which is same as in our current policy); any culvert greater than or equal to 36 inches will be designed according to the latest AOT hydraulics manual.  That’s new because it used to be if the culvert was over 4 feet, we would have to consult the AOT hydraulics manual.  Bridges standing greater than 6 feet, abutment to abutment, will have water way openings according to the AOT hydraulics manual.  When a new road or culvert construction is more than one foot of drop for every 3 feet of run, guardrails will be installed according to the roadside design guide.

Russ moved to sign the Town Road and Bridge Standards and the Codes and Standards Certification of Compliance for Town Road and Bridge Standards.  Susanne seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

 Stop Signs at intersections of Center Road/Brook Road and Taplin Hill Road/Brook Road:  Russ reported Jack Learmonth suggested stop signs be placed at these two places.  Frank Roderick said he would find out what would be required to get this done.  Lee Porter said most people do stop at these points; but even so, Russ would like Frank to find out what the procedure is for future reference.

 Bear Notch Road Area:  Patty Duffy reported the bridge is working very well.  However, the lower end of Class 4 Bear Notch Road is not draining well where the culvert is.  It needs to be dug out.  Frank said this is on the list and will be taken care of.

8.    Facilities Manager’s Report:

Norm Collette reported on the work to date.  The main room is just about done.  It took 10-1/2 gallons of paint to seal the ceiling tiles with two coats plus three cases of caulk.  Turned an old window into a bulletin board in the Lister’s office.  Walls and ceilings are done.  Sash, floors and windows still need to be completed.

Voting shelves were taken out of the voting booths, will be painted and stored upstairs.  Removed pencils to avoid graffiti.  Will reinstall pencils on voting days only.

Just about ready to cover the basement dirt floor with plastic.

Wiring will happen soon.  BK Electric to give us four lights in the attic at an estimate of $1,250.
Lights in cellar are broken.  Would like to install three new security-type lights in the cellar.

Susan asked Norm to get an estimate for the lights, wiring and outlets, in writing, and e-mail to Russ for review prior to the next Selectboard meeting.  Susan said she added up the expenses thus far at a little over $4,000 out of our budget of $13,000.  Norm said the expenses thus far are a combination of janitorial and maintenance.  So next month, he will keep the expenses separate as they are budgeted separately.

Would like to put foam against the foundation.

The cellar has a water problem.  The sump pump has a problem with the tree roots.  Norm said a gravity-feed drainage system never got done.  Russ asked how much it would cost to retrofit the gravity-feed drainage to eliminate the sump pump.  Norm offered to get an estimate.

Norm asked Russ to give him guidance in the form of a schedule of how many hours he wants per week for janitorial work and how many hours per week he wants scheduled for maintenance work.

Connie Longo reported that in the process of cleaning around the office chairs, she noticed Jen could use a new chair.  Allen will check with Jen.  Russ gave Connie permission to purchase a new wastebasket for the Lister’s office.

Connie also reported she is using “green” cleaners.  Norm reported they are using their personal hepa vacuum cleaner with micron filters to help keep the environment and air clean.

9.   Committees

 Energy Committee:  Russ reported the Town of Corinth was awarded the $50,000 grant for the Town Garage energy project.

 Solid Waste:  Russ reported we got the $2,000 grant, but we need to sign the agreement.  Russ moved and Susanne seconded to sign the Standard Grant Agreement from the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation for the award of a hazardous waste grant of $2,000.  The motion passed unanimously. 

 Contract for Participation in the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Events for 2010:  Russ reported two dates:  May 22, 2010 at the Barre Town Garage on Websterville Road; September 11, 2010 at the Bradford Town Garage on Fairground Road.  Russ moved to sign the contract at the “full share option” where zero dollars are paid per CEG and each attendee pays the cost of their waste plus a $40 fee.  Susanne second.  The motion passed unanimously. 

Russ suggested Corinth residents use either drivers’ licenses or tax bills to prove residency. 
 
10.   Correspondence: was presented and discussed. 

 Two Rivers Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) Representative:  Russ reported VTRANS and federal requirements on local consultation and that Frank Roderick is our current representative.  Two Rivers (RPC) wants to know who will be our town’s appointment for the coming year.  Russ suggested he could make a motion to appoint Frank to be our representative again but Susanne said she would have to recuse herself.  Since Russ is the only Selectboard member eligible to vote tonight, he said they will appoint Frank at the next Selectboard meeting. 

 Chris Jauhola - Planning Commissioner:  Chris sent a note stating she is declining her new three-year term.  She will stay on for another month or so until someone can be appointed to take her place.

 Brad Caswell:  sent a letter saying that he no longer wants to be on the Energy Committee.

11.   Warrants and Bills:  were presented, reviewed and signed.

 Joyce McKeeman’s invoice for March 2010:  Russ moved and Susanne seconded to authorize payment to Joyce.  The motion passed unanimously.

 Radio Rebate:  Susan reported that the town received the $45 rebate from a hand-held radio purchase made by Joe Blodgett.

 School Bond Vote (non-employee) Workers Pay:  School Board gave the town a check to pay these workers through Accounts Payable and they are in included in the warrants tonight.

12.   Other Business:

 Selectboard Clerk:  Russ moved to appoint Kelly McFarline as Selectboard Clerk.  Susanne seconded.  The motion passed unanimously.

 Orange County Sheriff Surveillance of ATVs:  Lee Porter asked Russ to have the Orange County Sheriff start surveillance of ATVs (since we now have a budget for it) to keep ATVs off the traveled roads (with the exception of Green Up Day). 

 Susan reported the Sheriff’s budget was increased $2,000 (from $6,000 to $8,000) commencing July 1, 2010 to cover this work.

 Lee requested Russ write a formal letter to Bill Bohnyak that effective July 1, 2010, we now have a budget to commence ATV surveillance.  Russ will compose the letter and present it at the next meeting for review.

 Susan said we should be getting a new contract the first of June, 2010 and that would be a good time to incorporate this new responsibility.

 New Excavator with Ditching Bucket:  Frank reported the new bucket is working well.
 
 Church Bake Sale at Transfer Station on Green Up Day:  Russ reported a member of his church asked if she could have a church-sponsored bake sale on Green Up Day.  As there were no objections, Russ will give the OK.

Russ moved to adjourn, Susanne seconded.  The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m.

Town of Corinth
Unapproved Minutes of Regular Selectboard Meeting
March 8, 2010

Attending:  Selectboard members Russ Pazdro, Laurie Sheridan, Susanne Smith; Joyce McKeeman, Board clerk; Susan Fortunati, Treasurer; Nancy Ertle, Town Clerk;  Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Allen Locke, Lister; Norm Collette, Facitilities Manager;  Connie Longo; Kevin Kinerson, Planning Commission; Riki Sheridan, Karen Galayda, Kelly McFarline
Russ called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Laurie nominated Russ as Board chair, Susanne seconded, motion passed unanimously.

1. Approval of minutes of Feb 8, 2010
There were a few typos to correct and Ben Eilertsen was added to those attending the meeting.  Russ moved to accept the minutes as corrected, Laurie seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Approval of emergency minutes for Feb 22.  Russ moved to accept the minutes as presented; Susanne seconded; the motion passed unanimously. 

2.  No Public Concerns

3.Appointments
The Board went through the appointed positions and made the following nominations:
Budget Committee:  there were recommendations from Town Meeting of Hall Drury, Irene Mann, Frank Roderick, David Weiland-Alter for the committee.
Russ moved to appoint those named person for the budget committee. Laurie seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Animal Control Officer:  Russ nominated Diane Perry, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Conservation Commission:.  Russ moved to appoint Penny Andrew, Ginny Barlow and Anne Margolis for 3 year terms ending 2013 and Linda Tobin to fill the last year of Elaine White’s term ending 2011. Laurie seconded. accepted unanimously.

911-Coordinator:  Russ nominated Jack Learmonth, Susanne Seconded accepted unanimously.

Emergency Management Coordinator:  Laurie nominated Joe LoSchiavo, Russ second, accepted unanimously.

Energy committee:  Russ nominated Ginny Barlow, Brad Caswell, Peter Keene, Tim O’Dell, Dan Wing, Russ Pazdro, and Laurie Sheridan for one-year terms, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Energy Coordinator:  Russ nominated Anne Margolis for one-year term.  Susanne second, accepted unanimously.

Fence Viewer: Russ nominated Robert Fortunati, Peter Keene, and Steve Long; Susanne seconded, the motion passed unanimously.

Planning Commission:  Russ nominated Kevin Kinnerson and Chris Jahoula for three-terms ending 2013 and Karen Galayda for a two-year term ending 2012.  Susanne seconded, accepted unanimously.

Revolving Loan Committee:  Russ moved to reappoint John Farrow, Laurie second, accepted unanimously.

Road Commissioner: Russ nominated Frank Roderick, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Service Officer:  Russ nominated Jen Brooks-Wooding for 1-year term, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Surveyor of Wood and Timber: Russ nominated Virgina Barlow, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Tree warden: Russ nominated Virginia Barlow, Laurie seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Upper Valley Ambulance Representative:  Russ nominated Joe Truss, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Zoning Administrator:  Russ nominated Karen Galayda, Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Zoning Board of Adjustment:  Russ nominated Forbes Morrell, Carroll Porter, and Louise Sandberg.  Laurie seconded, accepted unanimously.

Russ moved to signed the letter of appointment of Jen Brooks-Wooding as Service Officer; Susanne second.  Motion passed unanimously.

3.  Selectboard clerk position
Joyce McKeeman is resigning as clerk and the Board has been talking with a possible candidate about the position.  There was discussion of clerk responsibilities.

4.  The Listers are almost at the end of the assessment year and are finishing up paperwork, but had nothing else to report.

5.  The Town Clerk had no concerns

6.  Road Commissioner Report
Frank asked the Board to agree to post the roads for mud season weight limits.  He asked that they post highway classes 2, 3 and 4 as follows: 2-axle trucks 15,000 lbs, 3 axle trucks 18,000, tractor trailers, 20,000 pounds effective from March 9 to  May 15th.  Russ moved to post weight limits as outlined by Frank and according to state statute, Laurie seconded, motion passed unanimously. 
Susan presented a municipal finance application from Ford Credit for the 2010 Ford F550 dump truck with snowplow and sander equipment.  Russ moved to sign the form for the town.  Laurie seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.
There was some discussion about the lease-purchase agreement and whether once this is finalized the town can re-finance through Chittenden Bank at a better interest rate.  The Board asked Susan to hold the contract until the Board can check to make sure that there is no penalty for pre-payment of the loan with Ford.
When Susan notified VLCT to put the excavator in the Town’s insurance, she was informed that effective this year the insurance is charging for additional exposure of property and therefore the premium is going up. 
Laurie spoke with a woman from Smitty’s Scrap Metal and she is talking about opening a redemption center and that might involve increased heavy truck traffic on Eagle Hollow Rd.  There was some discussion about what kind of permitting such a use might trigger.  Any further discussion is tabled until the persons actually appear before the board

7.  Facilities Mgr Report
Norm reported on the work to date:  work on windows in the big hall continues, the trim was repainted.  The ceilings in the smaller rooms are being worked on primarily sealing stains, etc. He wants to do the work on the ceiling in the big hall that will be a lot of work.  He’s matched all the paint colors so that small touch-ups can be done.  He is nearly done getting the hall looking good for the first time in years.  After this the plastic will go down in the basement.  He’s inspected the roof and sees some problem with the flashing around the chimney.  Once the Board and Norm have looked at how much money remains to be spent for his work he needs to seal the windows and finish a few more jobs and prioritize any other work.    There was discussion of the cost of Norm and Connie’s labor plus materials and the fund balances for the town hall maintenance funds.  The Board agrees that Norm should finish the interior painting that he’s begun.

Russ moved to go into executive session to discuss personnel issue at 8:15, Laurie seconded. Motion passed unanimously. The Board returned from executive session at 8:40.  The Board decided to set up a meeting with the facilities manager and the custodian to discuss his job performance.  The date for the meeting was set for March 12th at 7:00 p.m.  The only agenda item is an executive session to discuss this matter.

8.  Committees:  Solid Waste Russ reported that he invited to the next month’s meeting, Tadd Deuso from Casella Waste Management to discuss the town contract.  Russ and Laurie both had a letter from the Moretown Landfill (the receiving landfill for Corinth’s waste) asking for certification that the town waste does not contain hazardous waste. CVSW district offered an agreement to accept Corinth’s household hazardous waste for 2010.  Russ moved to authorize Laurie to sign the certification of solid waste management practices to Harry J. Shepard and Assoc, Consulting Engineers.  Susanne seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  Susan will pass the letter to Nancy to file a copy. 
Susanne was strongly urged by both Russ and Laurie to get involved in the town report committee.  There was some discussion of whether Corinth wants to move toward an abbrieviated report with only mandated information.

10.  Correspondence was presented and discussed.

11.  Other Business
 There was a question about the line item budget for the Conservation Commission.  The commission is funded by the tax levy and therefore needs to be budgeted and voted every year.  Mistakenly, there was not a warned article for the Town Meeting for these funds.  Laurie was trying to find a way to find some funds that the commission could use if they needed funds during the year.  The Selectboard has a miscellaneous and a discretionary fund so if needed the Board can access $400 for that purpose.  The Board now knows that this needs to be put on the town meeting warning every year. 

12.  Warrants and Bills were presented, reviewed and signed.

13.  The Financial Report was presented, reviewed and signed.

Adjourned at 9:35

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