TOWN OF CORINTH VERMONT SELECTBO

TOWN OF CORINTH VERMONT
SELECTBOARD MINUTES
2007 ARCHIVE

TOWN OF CORINTH

Minutes of Selectboard Meeting

December 10, 2007

Present: Selectmen Russ Pazdro, Lee Porter, and Laurie Sheridan; Listers Allen Locke and Peter Keene; Town Clerk Christine Minery; Road Commissioner Frank Roderick; Animal Control Officer Diana Perry; Selectboard Administrative Assistant Joyce McKeeman.

Meeting called to order at 7:04 p.m.

Peter Keene noted a correction to the minutes from the 11/12/07 meeting, changing Item 2 to read

“…Valley Fibernet is planning fiber optics expansion in this area.” Lee Porter moved and Russ Pazdro

seconded a motion to approve the minutes as corrected. The motion passed unanimously.

Public concerns: Christine Minery noted a VT Secretary of State opinion on the procedure for changing speed limits on local unpaved roads. It was noted that no traffic or engineering studies are necessary for this action. Noted with interest.
Animal control contract: Diana Perry presented a contract to provide animal shelter services to the town replacing what has been provided by CVHS. The newly organized Orange County Animal Rescue Team & Resource Center is the non-profit entity under whose auspices Diane will provide these services in addition to continuing to act as the town animal control officer. The contract is to begin FY ’08 Russ Pazdro moved and Lee Porter seconded to approve the contract. Motion passed unanimously. Unanimous approval was also given to pay for Diana’s pre-exposure rabies vaccination out of funds already allocated.
Listers’ concerns: No concerns tonight. Allen Locke provided a short explanation regarding a question the VT Property Valuation and Review Division had raised about Corinth’s recent reappraisal. He believes that the State is satisfied with the explanation sent to them.
Town Clerk’s concerns: No concerns tonight. Chris reminded everyone that petitions to run for Town office are now available at the Town office. The deadline to get in your petition to get on the ballot is Jan. 28^th.
Road Commissioner’s Report: Discussions are ongoing about buying a grader. Lee and Frank both think that the used Caterpillar 143H from Milton Caterpillar is the best option. There was a discussion about various options. The next step is to move ahead with the 143H and get everything into writing so that it can be presented at selectboard meeting and voted on. Laurie raised the possibility of waiting until town meeting to have voters on this matter. Lee’s opinion is that because this is a lease contract and not a purchase so he doesn’t think it needs a separate town vote. It was discussed and decided that this does not require a specific vote by town. Frank will have the contract drawn up and bring this back for select board approval.
Town Hall snow, electric, septic, etc.: Someone will be coming out to put up snow guards on roof over front porch. The VLCT insurance representative believes that there is still a danger of ice and/or snow coming off the roof and creating a hazard. Chris does not think that it is a good idea to close off access via the front porch for the entire winter because of access to the bulletin board on which the town posts official legal notices. One option is to keep the roof cleaned off by raking or shoveling it and closing off the porch only at times when the roof can’t be kept clear. There was a discussion about options for ongoing maintenance tasks in the Town Hall. There was also a discussion about how to begin recycling office paper from the town hall. Laurie will get recycling bins for the office. Electrical work and Town hall septic system work are still being researched.
Committees: No reports but some discussion of work being done. Laurie showed Lee and Russ the Solid Waste Implementation Plan grant application she has prepared as discussed at the November meeting.
Telecom internet service. Joyce reported on East Central Vermont Community Fiber Network plans to build a fiber optic network in central Vermont. Because the organizers believe that Corinth is already adequately served by Topsham Telephone, Corinth most likely will not be included in the initial network development. It is possible that those homes with a 685 exchange that are not served by Topsham Telephone will eventually be included.
Central VT Solid Waste Management District: Laurie began a discussion of why town might want to join CVSWMD. She will put together some materials for selectboard consideration so that all may better understand the issues involved.
Other business: Selectboard received a proposal for a hiring a professional lighting consultant to help design exterior Town Hall lighting. The matter was considered and different options discussed. Lee said he will check on costs of the Town’s owning the 500 gal fuel tank at Town garage.
Correspondence: Correspondence was shared and discussed. Pursuant to correspondence from Two Rivers Ottauquechee Regional Commission regarding the drafting of a pre-disaster mitigation plan, Lee Porter moved, Laurie Sheridan seconded the authorization for Two Rivers to draft such a plan on behalf of the town.
Warrants and bills and Treasurer’s concerns: No treasurer concerns. Warrants and bills were reviewed and signed.
Financial reports were reviewed.
Tested emergency lighting and fire extinguishers

Russ Pazdro moved, Lee Porter seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 p.m.

Pending Approval Town of Corinth Selectboard Minutes – November 12, 2007

Present: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, and Russ Pazdro, Selectboard; Joyce McKeeman, Administrative Assistant to Selectboard; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Christine Minery, Town Clerk; Allen Locke, Lister; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Michele Dicks, Peter Keene, Deborah DeAlmeida, Ron DeAlmeida, Dina Dubois, Dan Wing, Bill Tobin, Ben Eilertsen; Becky Loftus, Clerk of the Selectboard

Approval of 10/8/07 Meeting Minutes: In #11, Mac truck should be spelled “Mack”. Russ made a motion to accept the minutes of as amended. Lee seconded. Motion passed
Public Concerns: Michele Dicks would like to see a “Slow Children” sign posted at Pike Hill Road. She has had many near misses coming out of her driveway. Laurie notes that the speed limit is 50 MPH at that spot, making it difficult for law enforcement. Frank notes that there could be a sign put up. Selectboard agreed that a sign should be posted. Frank will investigate. Russ made a motion to put a sign that reads “Slow Children” or something to that effect. Laurie seconded. Motion passed. Peter Keene notes that Fairpoint is planning fiber optics expansion in this area. He and his neighbors are Concerned because they do not receive any type of these services in the area of town they are. They note that the town was not informed, because of conflict with independent companies. Laurie will follow-up and asked that those concerned gather information also.

Streetlight Issue: Dan Wing brought his concern to the Selectboard about the lighting surrounding the town hall. They would like to open up the conversation about alternative options about lighting for security and also lighting the flag. He notes that there are much more focused lights to illuminate the flag. He hopes that there can be a compromise made so that the town can be lit for safety and security; yet so that they can enjoy the darkness. Joyce noted that she has spoken with Washington Electric and they are aware of the concern and will work with the town for a solution. Dina has offered to pay for a historic light post. Laurie notes that we will look into the options.
Town Clerk's Concerns: Chris notes that there has been some confusion about the calendar. She is also concerned about the website not being up to date. She feels that there should be an efficient system to keep it up to date. Joyce and Chris will communicate and be in charge of adding information to the calendar on the website. Laurie noted at the last BCA meeting, they were going to challenge some voters. Chris confirmed that the letters went out.
Road Commissioner's Report: Frank notes that while the weather is holding, they have rented another excavator to fix ditches/culverts, including some on Magoon Hill and on Tenney Road. Susan notes that there is a note in the VLCT about surplus monies and to whether the voters would have a say in the expenditure of the surplus. Laurie checked with VLCT about using surplus monies toward the purchase of a new grader. She learned that iw would be allowable as long as the voters have a chance to decide whether to appropriate further money. The Selectboard would like the Highway crew to try out the new grader and give them feedback. Frank has located a loader that is being shipped from Europe to a dealer in East Montpelier. When it reaches the states, they will go to take a look. The town has the right of first refusal. Frank notes that there is a blocked culvert on Chelsea Road. The Selectboard decided to send a letter to the landowner to the effect notifying him of the problem, the possible damage it could cause and the penalties for interfering with Town culverts
Committees: Bill Tobin, on behalf of the Building Committee, notes that the Town has been reimbursed for the wells in front of the building. The addition and renovation is almost complete. There is still some painting to do. Chris has called Martin McGowan about some additional painting. Also, as part of the project, he notes that there are some electrical problems that need to be addressed to meet code. The septic system at the town hall still needs to be addressed. The Selectboard feels that we should obtain an engineer's quote for the leach field for future reference. Bill asked that the Selectboard give them the authority to move ahead on maintenance items within reason. The Building Committee will put together a punch list with maintenance items listed. Bill looked into the snow guard for the porch. They have come up with a product call “Snow Angels”, which the roof installer recommended. Susan called VLCT asking what the liability would be if we just installed signage as a warning. Rick Taft will come out to look at the building about signage. Ben Eilertsen asked if there was a better solution for the trash. Susan looked into a dumpster from Casella. It would be used for the town only. The dumpster charge would be $31.03 and would replace the current cost of trash pickup. Laurie made a motion to change the town hall trash system to a dumpster at the town garage. Lee seconded. Motion passed. We will also try to start a system to recycle paper from the Town Office.
Listers' Concerns: Allen has six changes to the Grand List:
    * Parcel 113-01671 – Change Grand List value from $382,800 to
    $260,100. Lowers Grand List by $121,700.
     * Parcel 065-00479 – Change Grand List value from $46,200 to
   $35,700. Lowers Grand List by $10,500.
    * Parcel 001-00100 - Change Grand List value from $28,800 to
   $20,600. Lowers Grand List by $8,200.
    * Parcel 008-00387 – Change Grand List value from $188,200 to
     $208,200. Increases Grand List by $20,000.
   * Parcel 081-01250 – Change ownership on Grand List to Plummer,
Betsy. No effect on value of Grand List.
    * Parcel 070-00801 – Change value of property allocated to Current
   Use from $36,300 to $61,300. Reduces Grant List by $25,000.
Lee made a motion to approve the Grand List changes as listed.   Russ seconded. Motion passed.
Town Treasurer's Report: Susan looked into the fuel purchase. The problem is that we cannot change suppliers, because the tanks belong to the current suppliers and are difficult to replace. The Selectboard signed a pre-buy contract for Susan to send to Bradford-Pratts. Susan will also send in the paperwork to get the town on the State bid list.
Topsham Food Shelf: They are asking the town to give them $400 to support their cause. Russ made a motion to put the request for funding on the warning for the Topsham Food Shelf. Laurie seconded. Motion passed. The Selectboard will put a collection box at the town hall for Food Shelf donations and encourages everyone to contribute when they are able to.
Septic Ordinance: Joyce notes that we cannot do very much. The legal opinion of VLCT is we cannot require an inspection before covering. We can ask people to file septic design for recording. Chris spoke with John Miller. He notes that we do not have the right to view, but we can continue our Certificate of Occupancy. Chris feels we should still require a C of O and septic completion notice so that we can pass the information on to the Listers. The Selectboard feels that there is little to be gained by creating an ordinance and penalties simply to require the filing of septic designs for a C of O, particularly when considering how this would be enforced. Chris will draft a letter outlining our concerns that can be forwarded to our State representatives.
Town Plan: Our Town Plan has been approved by the Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission.
Other Business: The metal dumpster at the transfer station will be removed after November 17th . After checking some references for the Green Mountain Economic Development Corp, Laurie recommended we not add their appeal for appropriations on the Town Meeting Warning without petition. Lee made a motion not to that effect and Russ seconded. Motion passed.
Correspondence: Laurie shared the correspondence with the Selectboard. Laurie will file for the Solid Waste Implementation Plan Grant. VLCT Health Trust Regional Meetings were outlined by Susan. They will help the town compare health plan information. VLCT Health Trust is also offering a new vision program. Susan received the renewal package for our insurance. She has filled out the preliminary paperwork. The insurance company is asking the town to categorize each building. Susan has set up audit dates for next year with Sullivan, Powers. The phone system has a few more issues to be dealt with; however, the phone is installed in the kitchen with the block for local calls, only.
Financial Report and Sign Warrants: Financial report was reviewed and warrants were signed.
Test Emergency Lighting and Fire Extinguishers: the Selectmen tested the emergency lighting and checked fire extinguishers.
Meeting was adjourned at 10:45 p.m.

Submitted by,
Rebecca A. Loftus
Selectboard Clerk

Town of Corinth Selectboard Minutes – October 8, 2007

      Present: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, and Russ Pazdro, Selectboard; Joyce McKeeman, Administrative Assistant to Selectboard; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Allen Locke, Jen      Brooks-Wooding. Listers; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Noah Ponzio, Bill Tobin; Becky Loftus, Clerk of the Selectboard

   1.      Approval of 9/10/07 Meeting Minutes: In #3, should read “fire truck was purchased by the Washington Fire Department”. In #14, Susan was able to sign the “Renewal” contract. A minor spelling error fixed. Lee made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected. Russ seconded. Motion passed.

   2. Public Concerns: Frank reported that during the artists' sale they made a comment that the phone in the kitchen was disconnected. Susan notes that due to the phones being updated, it will be hooked-up soon with local phone calls only option.

   3.      Bradford Assisted Living Center Discussion: Noah Ponzio, Board member of Enhanced Living, Inc., a non-profit organization, attended the meeting to ask for a letter of support from the Town of Corinth. The recommendation for the Bradford facility is for a 40-unit facility with independent living up to advanced care available for both Medicaid/Medicare and private pay residents. There are several locations in Bradford being considered. Gifford Medical will run the facility. The organization is working together with the Orange East Senior Center to coordinate   services. No funds were requested. The Selectboard supports the project as presented and will forward a letter of support to Enhanced Living, Inc.

   4.      Town Clerk's Concerns: No report.

   5.      Road Commissioner's Report: Frank notes that a check was received from the Washington Fire Department for the truck. The brush mowing is completed. They rented an excavator and completed some well-needed projects and have identified some culverts that need replacement. Replacement of guardrails as needed, also. The Bear Notch bridge was examined and the planks will need to be replaced.

   6.      Listers' Concerns: No concerns. Allen notes there will be a few errors and omissions made at a future meeting.

   7.      Septic System Rules: Laurie notes that the current eptic Ordinance has been replaced by the State's new law. Joyce has   questions pending at both VLCT and the State to clarify some of      the issues that have come up. Allen Locke said we would need a new ordinance to reword the Certificate of Occupancy. Frank suggested an umbrella municipal ordinance to cover all permits be looked at. Russ recommends that a draft ordinance be put together. The Town Clerk would like to have a copy of each septic design in the Town records rather than at a state office. There is also concern that septic systems are not inspected to see if they follow the state-approved design. The Selectboard will continue to study this.

   8.      Committees Frank notes that they are starting to define roads of interest for the Ancient Roads Committee. There is a grant to be filed for some funding. Frank will put together a request.   Conservation Commission is putting in a request for a grant for the new year. Town Hall Renovation - Bill Tobin noted that the renovation has been very positive. Most of the work has been accomplished within the budget. The back door will need some additional design thinking. Bill also would like to plan an open house for the finished renovation. Bill brought the Petroleum Cleanup Request for Reimbursement Form, which the Selectboard signed.

   9.      Other Business: Joyce did some research on options in insuring town buildings. Joyce notes that the renewal application will have choices on three levels of coverage which should address the initial question. Susan received the renewal application in the mail. The Selectboard feels strongly about not under insuring. Once Susan receives the application with rates and other information, she will contact the Selectboard.

10.      Correspondence: Laurie reviewed all correspondence with the Selectboard. It included a letter from the Green Mountain Power Corp. requesting permission to locate poles and guy wires as sketched. However, there was not enough information on the sketch to tell how far the poles and wires would be from the town road. Frank said he would check into this. In a letter first discussed    in September, Green Mountain Economic Development Corp. asked for town funding for their services, which had been denied last year. The Selectboard decided to look into this further before answering the GMEDC. A letter from the Washington Electric Co-op referred a question from a local resident about the streetlight in Cookeville. Joyce will call WEC for options that they can offer.

11.      Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's concerns: Susan has the information for the second phone line which the Selectboard will sign off on. Susan notes that Joe got the new computer for the garage. There is a $64.95 upfront fee for facilitation. Susan notes the first payment for the new Mack truck is due. Susan notes that the furnace filters should be changed every other month, which will be added to Ben's list of things to do. Susan notes that the Auditor's report will not be printed in the Town Report. It will be available both online, through the Town's website, and also in paper form available at the town offices.

12.      Financial Report and Sign Warrants: Financial report was reviewed and warrants were signed.

13.      Test Emergency Lighting and Fire Extinguishers: Everyone tested the emergency lighting and checked fire extinguishers.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:44 p.m.
Submitted by Rebecca A. Loftus,
Selectboard Clerk

Pending Acceptance

TOWN OF CORINTH

SELECTBOARD MEETING Minutes

September 10, 2007

Meeting called to order by chair at 7:00 p.m.

Attending: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, Russ Pazdro, selectboard; Susan Fortunati, treasurer; Christine Minery, town clerk; Frank Roderick, road commissioner; Joyce McKeeman, Kevin Kinerson, Alan Locke, Jen Brooks-Wooding, Emmett Christman, Kathleen and James Vertefeiville, Peter Keene, Diana Perry, Gregg Manning.

Motion made by Lee Porter, Seconded by Laurie Sheridan, Minutes of 8/13/07 approved as presented.

Public concerns

Emmet Christman asked about the burned out Burroughs’ residence. He believes the structure is unsafe and an eyesore and wondered if the town has notified owner, Dwight Burroughs, who lives out of town. Selectboard agreed to send a letter to Burroughs asking his plans to clean up the site. Joyce will draft a letter to owner and forward to Laurie for editing and signature.

Town Clerk’s concerns

The Two Rivers Ottauqueechee Regional commission notice of hearings on the Corinth town plan needs to be posted. Notified town clerk of this. She will post it at Town Hall and Laurie will post at the other Town bulletin boards.

Road Commissioner’s Report

Frank Roderick reported that the Ford 1-ton truck is in shop while the town is waiting for the transmission to be replaced with a rebuild. The International 4x4 was stripped down and delivered to Washington town.

Joe Blodgett put together a quote for a Dell computer system for garage. The quote is $1,386. Frank reported on the progress of replacing the box culvert on Goose Green Rd. Copies of the design have been sent out and the district engineer suggested some changes involving the number, spacing and profile of baffles in the culvert. Frank requested that the manufacturer modify the culvert but the ensuing delay means that the town won’t be able to do work this year and will have to wait until the middle of July 2008.

The town is renting a tractor with mower to trim brush and mow over guardrails.

Road name confirmed

The Vertefeivilles were present to inquire as to the name change of Tyler lane to Buzzy’s Lane. The selectboard had checked with 911 coordinator, Jack Learmonth and Jack said it had been finalized as Tyler Lane. Laurie moved to name the road Tyler Lane, Russ seconded and the motion passed unanimously. This action formally changes previous name of Buzzy’s Lane to Tyler Lane. This corresponds to what 911 system has.

Claflin Road petition – The selectboard visited site on 8/29 following a request to do so at the August meeting. It was noted that the site has been problem for years. There was discussion of where and how the road might be widened slightly with some stone and to try to make it as wide as possible without cutting into entrance to barn or house. Frank said that it was possible to post sign warning of narrow road/dangerous curve or maybe lower speed limit to 25 mph. but this would require warning and hearing. Frank then suggested adding two “Road Narrows” and one “Curve Ahead” signs as a possible solution. It was agreed that this was a good solution. Joe will go up to talk with landowner about situation.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation. Commission asked the selectboard to sign a letter to the National Parks Service Rivers & Trail Program in of support for the Commission’s proposal of designating hiking trails in town. The trails would be on class three and four roads, private roads and abandoned roads., but no trails have been established yet. No objection was raised. Support given by assent.

Planning Commission grant application

Kevin Kinerson presented a municipal plan grant application for review. The commission is applying for a grant to provide funds to get new town plan out to townspeople and training for commission members. Kevin discussed the response to a survey about the new town plan. Survey responders want some subdivision regulations and at minimum the planning commission needs to revise the town subdivision. If the grant is approved money would come in January and work completed within 18 months. Two Rivers/ Ottauqueechee would do majority of work.

There was no objection to signing the letter of application.

Listers’ concerns

Alan Locke recommended Peter Keene to be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Listers caused by Bill Tobin’s resignation. The appointment will be effective until Town Meeting ’08. Peter is willing to run for office in ’08.

Lee made motion to appoint Peter Keene to the Board of Listers; Laurie seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Alan thinks that despite hard work and steep learning curve he would consider doing next re-appraisal rather than contracting with a firm to do it. He was very pleased with results.

Septic Ordinance, Septic Officer

New state ordinance supersedes town ordinance and renders it obsolete. State issues permits and there is a need to have the plan design in town office. At present designs reside in state office and currently there is no way for the town to ensure that all designs have been brought into our town office to be filed. Designs are available through a state maintained web archive but there is concern about those without computer access or skills to access this information would not be able to find the information.

There was wide agreement among Chris Minery, Alan Locke and Kevin Kinerson that they want to require that the septic system design be filed in the town office and to have with it a copy of the final approval that system has been built as designed.

There was discussion of how to require these two things.

Joyce or Chris will get VLCT opinion as to how to accomplish this and also will call Don Wernecke, the state engineer responsible for permits in our area as to how to get the copy of final approval.

Dog matters

Diana Perry presented details about two parties who have had poultry killed by a loose dog. Joe Hill has ticketed owner of loose dog. Further developments in this matter included several calls to the Animal Control Officer. Susan suggested that the ordinance be modified to charge nuisance callers for costs of having dog officer and constable responding. The Selectboard will continue to look into this.

Selectboard agreed that it should be up to dog officer whether to respond in person to complaints and directed Diana to use her judgment as to whether to respond and to get a signed complaint in the future.

There have also been complaints on Turkey Hill of an ongoing problem with loose dogs. Joe Hill is aware of situation but can’t locate these dogs.

Diana reported that a German Shepard on White Rd and Goose Green Rd. has been harassing customers at Trading Post. The dog jumps the fence and harasses cattle and another neighboring dog and is also unlicensed. Diana lacks equipment to catch this dog. She asked if the town will purchase a catch pole and heavy gloves to catch dogs? The cost would be $104 for pole and $69 for gloves. Lee moved to have town pay for this equipment, Russ seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Question as to whether a kennel exists on Pike Hill. Diana has already talked to them and all dogs registered and not a kennel.

Tickets for unregistered dogs will go out on Wednesday, Sept 12.

Committees

Town Hall Committee had a little to report about progress of renovation. Susan has requested a financial accounting from Brad Calhoun for work done to this point and reported that it looks like cost of the work may be slightly under proposal. Seems as if everyone is pleased with the work to date.

Ancient Roads Committee: low attendance at meeting during summer has restricted how much has been done. The work from this point will take a lot of record searches. Frank hopes that more work can get done over the winter as people have more time to devote to project.

Correction to quarterly newsletter – Household Hazardous Waste collection is on Saturday 9/29, not Sunday 9/30.

Other business

Joe Hill asked for $50 for light sticks for Halloween to use for kids in East Corinth village. Russ moved and Laurie seconded. Motion to allocate these funds passed unanimously.

Set dates for budget committee meetings: the first meeting is Monday Nov. 5^th @ 7:00. Subsequent meetings are set for Monday Nov. 26^th; Monday, Dec 3^rd and Monday, January 7^th. These are public meetings.

Correspondence

Reviewed correspondence. WEC ROW easement permit signed. Declined to participate in voluntary Census Bureau demographic data project.

Warrants and bills and Treasurer’s concerns

Susan raised concerns over the issue with tax bills and income information that is now on bills. The concern is over the issue of protecting privacy of individual taxpayers v. Right to Know law. After discussing this with the town attorney, Susan decided to err on the side of protecting privacy and will therefore provide tax information verbally but not provide written copies to parties such as mortgage and escrow companies who call in asking for this information. As of now Susan is requiring written authorization from property owner to release tax payment information.

The selectboard feels Susan is making the right choice for the time being.

Susan was able to get copier contract increase lowered from what it was going to be.

Financial report was presented to selelectboard

The selectboard Signed warrants

Tested emergency lighting and fire extinguishers.

Meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.

Pending Acceptance

TOWN OF CORINTH

SELECTBOARD MEETING Minutes

September 10, 2007

Meeting called to order by chair at 7:00 p.m.

Motion made by Lee Porter, Seconded by Laurie Sheridan, Minutes of 8/13/07 approved as presented.

Public concerns

Town Clerk’s concerns

Road Commissioner’s Report

The town is renting a tractor with mower to trim brush and mow over guardrails.

Road name confirmed

Conservation Commission

Planning Commission grant application

There was no objection to signing the letter of application.

Listers’ concerns

Lee made motion to appoint Peter Keene to the Board of Listers; Laurie seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Alan thinks that despite hard work and steep learning curve he would consider doing next re-appraisal rather than contracting with a firm to do it. He was very pleased with results.

Septic Ordinance, Septic Officer

There was discussion of how to require these two things.

Joyce or Chris will get VLCT opinion as to how to accomplish this and also will call Don Wernecke, the state engineer responsible for permits in our area as to how to get the copy of final approval.

Dog matters

There have also been complaints on Turkey Hill of an ongoing problem with loose dogs. Joe Hill is aware of situation but can’t locate these dogs.

Question as to whether a kennel exists on Pike Hill. Diana has already talked to them and all dogs registered and not a kennel.

Tickets for unregistered dogs will go out on Wednesday, Sept 12.

Committees

Correction to quarterly newsletter – Household Hazardous Waste collection is on Saturday 9/29, not Sunday 9/30.

Other business

Joe Hill asked for $50 for light sticks for Halloween to use for kids in East Corinth village. Russ moved and Laurie seconded. Motion to allocate these funds passed unanimously.

Correspondence

Reviewed correspondence. WEC ROW easement permit signed. Declined to participate in voluntary Census Bureau demographic data project.

Warrants and bills and Treasurer’s concerns

The selectboard feels Susan is making the right choice for the time being.

Susan was able to get copier contract increase lowered from what it was going to be.

Financial report was presented to selelectboard

The selectboard Signed warrants

Tested emergency lighting and fire extinguishers.

Meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.

DRAFT
Pending Approval Town of Corinth Selectboard Minutes – August 13, 2007

Present: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, and Russ Pazdro, Selectboard;
Joyce McKeeman, Administrative Assistant to Selectboard; Susan
Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Christine Minery, Town Clerk; Allen Locke,
Lister; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; James Vertefeville, Louise
Thompson, Kathleen Vertefeville, Kenneth Hazlett; Becky Loftus, Clerk of
the Selectboard

1. Approval of 7/9/07 Meeting Minutes: Changes to Town Clerk Concerns,
“CVTHS” should read “CVHS”. In regards to the fire extinguishers, it
should read “with month and year”. Russ made a motion to accept the
minutes as amended. Lee seconded. Motion passed. Lee made a motion to
accept the minutes of 7/11/07, and the special meeting continuation
minutes of the July 9^th meeting. Russ seconded. Motion passed. Russ
made a motion to accept the minutes of the special meeting dated 8/6/07.
Lee seconded. Motion passed.

2. Public Concerns: None voiced.

3. Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns: Susan notes that she
received the correspondence from Perry's concerning the pre-buy contract
for both #2 Fuel Oil and Propane. The Selectboard opted to buy 1,100
gallons of Fuel Oil at $2.14/gallon and 1,100 gallons of Propane at a
price of $2.589/gallon—even though there are 170 gallons left from last
year's pre-buy, we are going to buy 1,100 gallons again this year
because of the new office for the Listers and they want to make sure
there is enough propane to heat the new space. Selectboard signed off on
Perry's pre-buy contract. Susan received a Letter of Agreement for
Computer Appraisal Services from the Department of Taxes for $183.12,
which is basically a license for the Listers to use the cost tables. The
Selectboard signed an updated credit application from Pike Industries
that Susan will return to them. Susan reported that Rikk Taft came out
on June 26^th from VLCT to do a visual inspection of the building. From
the visit, he sent a follow-up letter with an “Action Plan” listing four
(4) safety recommendations. It was recommended a GFCI (Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter) be installed in the basement when in the proximity
of moisture. The “Action Plan” had a column for _Estimated Completion
Date/Comments_. Susan entered completion date(s) and/or comments. Rikk
told her that the Town would receive a financial credit if completed and
returned, which she did. Susan received a copy of the amended grant from
the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation. She was concerned
because the amount was not amended, only what the money could be spend
on—which included the information center as an eligible cost. Susan
received the pay rate increases for the Highway Department equaling a 4%
increase.

4. Town Clerk's Concerns: Chris passed out the Septic Ordinance noting
that the state law now supersedes the Town's ordinance. She suggests
that if we get rid of the Septic Officer, the state would keep all
records—records no longer would be available at the Town level for
research purposes. Joyce will call the State in regards to the next step
for the Town. Chris' recommendation would be to drop the Sewage Officer
position. The State sends us their permit information for recording but
without copies of the design plans. She suggests that the town keep some
kind of permit so that design plans are still recorded here. She also
expressed concerns about how this affects the Certificate of Occupancy,
is this a state issuance now or do we still certify occupancy? Chris
handed the Selectboard the unlicensed dog list. Russ made a motion to
authorize Diana Perry to issue citations. The Town Clerk will check with
the court to make sure Diana is authorized to write citations. Lee
seconded. Motion passed.

5. Road Commissioner's Report: Frank reported on the new box culvert in
East Corinth. He received two bids. One from Camp Concrete Products and
one from Concrete Systems, Inc. Frank recommends that we accept the bid
from Concrete Systems for $29,775.00 Russ made a motion to accept the
bid from Concrete Systems for the box culvert. Lee seconded. Motion
passed. Frank visited Pleasant Lane in South Corinth on a culvert
complaint—he notes the culvert has been removed.

6. “Buzzys Lane” Name Change: A few residents came to address the name
change of a private road recently assigned a name. Laurie will follow-up
with Jack Learmonth about the name change to Tyler Lane after the
Selectboard approved Buzzys Lane at last month's meeting.

7. Planning Commission: No report.

8. Listers' Concerns: Allen reported Grand List changes. They are as
follows: 1) Parcel 069-00010. To change acreage from 73.5 to 68.5,
decrease Grand List by $7,600; 2) Parcel 097-00060. Veterans Exemption
to be removed. Veteran deceased. Increase Grand List by $10,000. Lee
made a motion to accept the changes to the Grand List. Russ seconded.
Motion passed.

9. Dog Complaints: Laurie notes that the situation on Center Road has
been resolved. She also notes that a letter was sent to a resident on
Turkey Road. The resident will need to get a permit to run a kennel.
Selectboard will follow up with the Animal Control Officer.

10. Town Hall Renovation: Renovation is moving along smoothly.

11. Committees: No reports

12. Fire Warden Appointment: Lee made a motion to reinstate Wade Pierson
as the Fire Warden. Laurie seconded. Motion passed.

13. Other Business: A resident came to the Selectboard about snow
removal crossing roads. The Selectboard suggested to call Joe Hill or
one of the Selectboard members. He also gave the Selectboard a petition
concerning the brush on Claflin Road. The Selectboard will arrange for
this issue to be resolved. Joyce looked into the long distance rates.
After her research, she would recommend the service provided by
Washington Electric. The application process would require either a fax
or a phone call. Selectboard authorized Joyce to switch the long
distance service from AT&T to Washington Electric.

14. Correspondence: Laurie reviewed all correspondence with the
Selectboard. The Selectboard reviewed in detail the current insurance
policy. Joyce will follow-up on comparable prices.

15. Financial Report and Sign Warrants: Financial report was reviewed
and warrants were signed.

16. Test Emergency Lighting and Fire Extinguishers: Laurie tested the
emergency lighting and checked fire extinguishers.

Meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

Submitted by,

Rebecca A. Loftus

Pending approval July 11, 2007 Continuation of July 9^th Selectboard Meeting

Present: Selectmen Lee Porter and Laurel Sheridan; Town Hall Renovation Committee Chair Bill Tobin, Animal Control Officer Diana Perry,

1. Contract with Hazen Hill Builders for the addition and renovation of the Town Hall was reviewed, approved and signed. A first installment of $20,000 was approved for payment.

2. Diana brought to the Board’s attention Corinth’s contract with the Central VT Humane Society dated 7/1/07 to 6/30/08 and signed 1/8/07. Laurie to check with Treasurer if this has been paid and is in effect. Diana gave the Board photos of her kennel and described how her services would work if the Town contracted with her in the future.

3. Lee and Laurie reviewed the letter to be sent to the Dupreys as approved on July 9^th. They approved it and agreed to send it via certified mail.

4. Meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pm.

Town of Corinth Selectboard Minutes – June 11, 2007

Present: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, and Russ Pazdro, Selectboard;
Susan Fortunati, Jen Brooks-Wooding, Allen Locke and Bill Tobin,
Listers; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Todd Deuso, Casella Waste
Management; Betty Valliant, Robert Valliant, Ben Eilertsen, Kevin
Kinerson, Becky Loftus, Clerk of the Selectboard

Susan informed the board of the unexpected passing of Lois Covey who was involved in town business for many years, she will be greatly missed. Lois had called Susan recently to ask if it was possible for Brenda Carter to sit in on and take notes for her at an upcoming Revolving Loan
Committee meeting as she did not feel that she could be in attendance. Unfortunately, Lois passed away not long after that request. Susan recommended that Brenda Carter be appointed to serve the time remaining of Lois' term on that committee. Russ made a motion to replace Lois
Covey with Brenda Carter on the Revolving Loan Committee. Lee seconded. Motion passed.

1. Casella Waste Management: Todd Deuso from Casella Waste Management was present at the meeting to answer questions. Lee asked for an overview for the Town. Todd notes that the Town contracted with a different service provider many years ago. Over the years, it has progressed to what is in place at present with the service being provided by Casella. In the future, he feels the Town may want to consider collections for used clothing, electronics, motor oil and antifreeze. There would be minimal costs incurred for these services. He notes the reason for this year's increase is cost of living. He also notes that the more we take out of the waste stream (i.e. Recycling), for which Casella is paid nothing, the more it costs Casella overall to handle Corinth's waste. Russ brought up the fact that we have trouble with people not in our community taking advantage of our transfer station. Discussion followed about the advantages and disadvantages of hiring a monitor and issuing permits. Russ feels that the bag price should be similar to the other towns to try to keep non-townspeople away. Todd feels that there are pros and cons to either system. He notes that the garbage quantity has gone down and recyclables have gone up. Russ notes that most people have been pleased with the single bin recycling. The biggest change was in the pay-per-bag—but it was noted that there were not many complaints. Susan says the biggest complaint is about people that use the transfer station that do not live in the town. Laurie notes that the Town would like to place a bulletin board/information center at the transfer station. Frank notes that it is a dangerous area for something permanent. Most feel that it should be placed around the recycling center. Todd notes that the transfer station at the Town of Corinth has a real community feeling. Russ would like to see a small shed for people to drop off “treasures”. Lee would like to see the sticker system return. Kevin notes that the added signage would be beneficial. Russ feels we should raise the price of each bag. Russ then made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the Casella contract. Lee seconded. Motion passed. Laurie made a motion to accept the agreement that was discussed with Todd during the executive session, which would mean no increase for the Town as of July 1^st for the coming year and the bag fee will remain the same for the coming year. Russ seconded. Motion passed. Casella will provide a sign clearly stating the transfer station is for Corinth residents only. The Selectboard thanked Todd for coming.

2. Approval of Minutes 5/14/07: Russ made a motion to approve the minutes from May 14, 2007. Laurie seconded. Motion passed.

3. Public Concerns: Mr. Valliant introduced himself. He gave the Selectboard a letter of complaint that on Memorial Day he visited the cemetery where his parents were buried and that the cemetery was not mowed and generally in poor condition. He notes that the cemetery should be mowed before Memorial Day. Ben notes his mower broke down and apologizes for it not being maintained for the holiday.4.

4. Warrants and Bills: Susan mentioned that the Planning Commission had invoices that had been approved from Two Rivers at previous meetings for the Town Plan. She still does not have any funds in the Planning Commission to pay the invoices. Susan could consolidate the funds from the Planning Commission into the General Fund which was a recommendation from the auditors. If it was consolidated, it would be much easier and cleaner. Laurie made a motion to use General Funds to pay the $1,800 for the Planning Commission invoices. Russ seconded. Motion passed. Susan notes she received a check for $1,000 from the State of Vermont, Environmental Commission. Laurie notes it is for the grant for Household Hazardous Waste implementation. Susan raised a question on the highway payroll. Joe could like to get paid for vacation time in lieu of taking time off and the Town paid him for that. Susan notes there is nothing written that states this and costs the Town additional money that is not budgeted. The Selectboard will review the policy and discuss. Susan notes since the last Selectboard meeting, she has gotten a few phone calls about taxes. At which time, she did a little survey about the credit/debit/bank card. She had interest both pro and con from the callers. The program is very straightforward about the percentage rate. The town would be billed a $10 monthly fee. Susan reviewed how it would work—there would be a link on our website that would access an option to use the PayNet service. Bill asked if there was a cap on the convenience fee. Susan will inquire. Russ made a motion to allow Susan to sign up for the PayNet program as a convenience to our taxpayers. Lee seconded. Motion passed. Susan notes there are a couple of old flags in our vault. She would like to give them to Norman Gadwah, a member of the Bradford American Legion. This would be done prior to June 14^th , Flag Day. He also told Susan that there are tables and chairs at the Bradford American Legion that they are looking to get rid of. She feels that it may be worth looking into. Russ will call Scott Johnson in regards to this matter. Laurie asked the other Selectmen if either of them would like to take over the task of checking the Town bank statements, as recommended by the auditors. Susan feels that once a person is familiar with the check balancing procedure, it shouldn't be too much work. It really should be done on a regular, consistent basis. Laurie notes she received a maintenance renewal for the generator. The cost is $719.00 for the year. The cost for FY06-07 was $686.13. The renewal for 2005-2006 was $476.90. Lee will look for a more competitive quote for maintenance. Susan has it set to pay on July 2^nd . Joe Blodgett has been checking the generator.

5. Town Clerk Concerns: Chris was unable to attend this meeting. Laurie received an e-mail regarding reviewing the fees for town permits being that State governed fees for recordings and vital records were increasing July 1, 2007. Susan noted that the town has a couple of permits that involve fees in addition to recording fees. There was a recent dog complaint where Chris referred the complainant to the Animal Control Officer and suggested that she send a written statement to the Selectboard for review. The board reviewed the letter and decided that since the offense was occurring in West Fairlee, even though the dog and owner reside in Corinth, that it should be taken up with the Selectboard and/or Constable or police in West Fairlee.

6. Road Commissioner's Report: Frank notes that with the rains, there have been a few washouts. He received a letter from Shauna Clifford in regards to the Class 2 Roadway grant which was approved for the box culvert. He also received a permit to put in the culvert with 12 different requirements listed. He also notes we will need a permit from the Town of Corinth for the flood zone. We are scheduled to have the paving project done in mid-July. We received one bid from Pike which we accepted. They are paving East Corinth Village from the new bridge to the Topsham town line. The other paving location will be from the four corners on Taplin Hill to Bradford town line.

7. Lister's Concerns: Allen notes that the re-appraisal is winding down. The change of appraisal will be mailed out. Their aim is June 20^th to the printer with the object of getting them in the mail by June 25^th . The grievance hearings would be held on the 9^th , 10^th and 11^th of July. They would like to change the format of the public information meeting which would be to hold one-on-one informal meetings with the taxpayers and would be held the week before the grievance hearings. Bill Tobin submitted his resignation to the Selectboard as of July 16^th . He has accepted a position with the State that would be a conflict of interest with the Lister position. He delayed his start date with his new job to help complete the re-appraisal. Bill thanked the Selectboard for the opportunity to serve and the Selectboard thanked him for his service. Bill has been a valuable Lister during a difficult reappraisal.

8. Committees: Bill Tobin reported for the Building Committee. Brad Calhoun was slected as the contractor for the Town Hall Building project. The start date will be early July, with an estimation of a three month project. The Town Report Committee is looking for photographs for the town report. The theme is how Corinthians get together and communicate. Photographs of Town Meeting are particularly sought, so if you have any, please call Lindle Sutton at 439-5803.

9. Other Business: Laurie notes that the new website is www.corinthvt.org . Laurie will inquire as to whether KeVa can put a numbering on the hits for the website.

10. Correspondence: Laurie shared the correspondence with the Selectboard.

11. Administrative Assistant: There are three applicants and the Selectboard will interview.

12. Financial Report and Sign Warrants: Financial Report was reviewed and approved. The warrants were signed.

13. Test Emergency Lighting and Fire Extinguishers: Laurie checked the emergency lighting and fire extinguishers.

14. Meeting Adjourned: 10:15 p.m.

Submitted by,
Rebecca A. Loftus
Selectboard Clerk

DRAFT
Pending Approval Town of Corinth Selectboard Minutes – July 9, 2007

Present: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, and Russ Pazdro, Selectboard; Joyce McKeeman, Administrative Assistant to Selectboard; Susan Fortunati, Town Treasurer; Christine Minery, Town Clerk; Jen Brooks-Wooding, Allen Locke and Bill Tobin, Listers; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Jack Learmonth, 911 Co-ordinator, Glynn Pelagrino, Health Officer, Becky Loftus, Clerk of the Selectboard

Approval of 6/11/07 Meeting Minutes: Russ made a motion to approve the minutes of June 11, 2007 as written. Lee seconded, motion passed.

Public Concerns: Lee received a call concerning tree removal on Pleasant Lane. The complaint was the culvert that was moved down the road is dumping water into his well. Frank will investigate.

Warrants and Bills and Treasurer's Concerns: Susan asked for the Selectboard to initial Bill and Allen's time sheets for payment. She notes that Vermont Fire Extinguishers came to do the extinguishers. They noted that each month they are checked the following should be noted: the pin should be intact, the tag should be initialed, and the date,
with month and year only, should be recorded.

Town Clerk's Concerns: Christine reported that Central VT Humane Society faxed a copy of their contract to her for signature by the Selectboard. She noted that last year they accepted four dogs and one cat from
Corinth. Diana Perry is getting more and more animals and she is currently working at getting the proper certifications. She would like to take over the responsibility that CVTHS currently holds, the Selectboard will contact Diana. There was also a complaint of a towns person running a dog kennel in town. Selectboard will follow-up with a certified letter. Christine brought up questions about where the Administrative Assistant should receive her mail. A decision will be made later.
Discussion was brought up about the Town Plan and whether to charge money for it. The full report is on the Town website. Copies will be made available for actual cost. Lee looked into the Generator contract.
He came up with prices between $500 and $900 from a couple of companies. Laurie made a motion to assign the contract to Controlled Power for the Town Hall Generator. Russ seconded. Motion passed.

Road Commissioner's Report: Frank notes that there were no big events last week. Paving is starting soon. The signed copy of the structures application grant for box culvert in South Corinth was received.

Name New Road on Page Hill: Jack Learmonth brought attention to the Selectboard that there needs to be a name for a road on Page Hill due to the fact that there are three or more residents there—the name will be Buzzys Lane, which will be a private road. Jack will notify 911, the Town of Topsham and the residents.

Planning Commission: Laurie notes there is a vacancy on the Planning Commission. Their recommendation is David Wieland-Alter. Russ made a motion to accept David to fill the vacancy on the Planning Commission.
Laurie seconded. Motion passed. Position will be for three years ending in March 2010.

Lister's Concerns: Allen Locke gave the Selectboard an update of the reappraisal informational meetings and noted grievances will follow shortly. They were happy with the percentages and he notes that errors were fixed and townspeople seemed satisfied with the more accurate assessments. One towns person voiced concern about the Veterans
Exemption that it should be higher and what would be the process to see that happen. Susan noted that there would need to be an article put forth at Town Meeting. Bill Tobin reported on sewer permitting, he noted if a locality wants their own permitting process, there would need to be a full time engineer with the Town, other than that we would need to
work with the state.

Town Hall Renovation: Bill Tobin had Rick Cawley reviewed the contract from Hazen Hill. There is an adjustment that needs to be made to the language. Once done, Bill will have Selectboard sign. Bill did an overview for the Selectboard of the project so far. The road crew will help with the culvert that needs replacement on Tenney Road.

Committees: Laurie notes that an amendment can be made to the Household Hazardous Waste grant to cover the cost of the information center at the Transfer Station. Lee and Russ agreed that it would be okay to amend the grant application to include the Information Center cost.

Other Business: Susan notes that there is still information missing that is needed to set the tax rate, but once this information is received the CLA can be set. Lee made a recommendation that the ATV Ordinance should be sent to all law enforcement that are connected to our Town. Joyce will follow through. Russ notes that he received a call from Glynn
Pelagrino concerning a resident's complaint of a public health risk. Glynn reviewed the situation for the Selectboard. Glynn and the Selectmen will investigate further to see what the Town can do to help. The Selectboard reviewed and signed the Orange County Sheriff's Department Law Enforcement Services Contract.

Correspondence: Laurie reviewed correspondence with Selectboard.

Administrative Assistant: The Selectboard has chosen Joyce McKeeman as
their new Administrative Assistant.

Financial Report: Financial Report was reviewed and warrants were signed.

Test emergency lighting and fire extinguishers: Laurie and Russ tested the emergency lighting and checked fire extinguishers.

Meeting was placed in recess at 10:25 p.m.

Submitted by,

Rebecca A. Loftus

Selectboard Clerk

Town of Corinth Selectboard Minutes – May 14, 2007

Present: Laurie Sheridan, Lee Porter, and Russ Pazdro, Selectboard; Christine Minery, Town Clerk, Susan Fortunati, Allen Locke, Bill Tobin and Jen Brooks-Wooding, Listers; Frank Roderick, Road Commissioner; Robert Fortunati, Steve Long, Ben Eilertsen, Kevin Kinerson, Ginny Barlow, Becky Loftus, Clerk of the Selectboard

1. April Minutes: Russ made a motion to approve minutes as recorded. Laurie seconded. Motion passed.

2. Public Concerns: No Public Concerns.

3. Warrants and Bills: Susan notes she put Casella's invoice on the warrant at the original rates not with the rate increase. Laurie notes a Casella representative will be in attendance at the June meeting. Laurie and Lee directed Susan to pay at the old rates with a note of explanation. Susan notes there are two invoices from Two Rivers-Ottauquechee—one for $1,000, approved last month, and a new $800 invoice. However, there is not enough money in the Planning Commission to pay either of the invoices currently. Kevin has sent the request for the balance of the grant monies. Receipt of the grant monies will provide the funds necessary to pay Two Rivers. The fiscal year ends June 30^th and she would like to remind everyone to submit time and expense reimbursement requests. Susan notes that she has been charging off payroll and mileage expenses for the listers to their account. She would like to take the over-expenditure and add to the re-appraisal account. Allen said that would be the most appropriate application. Susan
received a letter dated September 21, 2006, received on April 26, 2007, from Sullivan, Powers. The letter included the “Findings and Recommendations” which are written to outline material weaknesses. One point they made was “Segregation of Duties” which means that Susan performs all the tasks involved in the accounting functions such as collecting cash, posting the journal, making deposits, having check signing authority and reconciling the bank accounts. The fixed assets report noted that the town has not complied with GASB34 and Susan noted it was decided at a previous Selectboard meeting not to comply with GASB34 because it would mean there would be additional time involved to do the audit and more financial reports in the final audit, which would mean additional pages added to our Town Report increasing the cost of printing and mailing the Town Report . The extra costs and the fact that there are other towns that are not in compliance with GASB34 and that there have been no adverse affects reported were the deciding factors in not complying. Payroll taxes—they made a suggestion that the Federal
Payroll taxes be made by an electronic fund transfer. Susan received a letter from Sullivan, Powers concerning the Corrette proposal letter. Chad, of Sullivan, Powers said they would be willing to reduce the audit costs for FY'07 by $500. Lee called every town on the reference list and noted that none of the towns has been through a full year with Corrette. Lee's recommendation would be to stay with Sullivan, Powers. Susan will contact Sullivan, Powers to let them know we will stay with them. Susan will also send Corrette a thank you letter. Susan notes Chittenden Bank came to explain allocating interest for the separate accounts. Currently, everything is paid out of the General Fund and all interest is put back into the General Fund. There is a specific program that Susan can use to allocate interest on a monthly basis for each
individual fund. Susan has already started using the new program. The benefit of doing this is the monies get placed in the most accurate fund. Then she asked about the Federal Payroll taxes through electronic fund transfer. Susan already has on-line banking with each of the banks.
The Town would have to set up an ACH (Automated Clearing House) Function, then we could do the payments electronically. We can pay both Federal and State with this program. Susan notes we would be forfeiting the interest on the increased target balance in lieu of paying a set
monthly fee. There would be numerous other benefits for setting up the ACH account. Laurie was concerned about the fee(s) the taxpayer/customer would be charged for using the “PayNet” program which is a totally separate program from the ACH function. Laurie made a motion for Susan to set up the ACH agreement with Chittenden Bank. Russ seconded. Motion passed. VLCT Passive Insurance sent a loss report for the last ten years. Susan notes that the Selectboard may look at it at their convenience.

4. Town Clerk's Concerns: Christine notes there are no issues from her department.

5. Road Commissioner's Report: Frank notes he received the Annual Financial Plan-Town Highways which should be signed and sent back to the State Transportation Agency. Every year there is a bridge inspection report. On a two year cycle, they inspect all bridges in the town. This
year they inspected four bridges--Pooler Bridge, Box Shop Bridge in East Corinth, Goose Green Bridge, and the East Corinth Bridge on Route 25). Frank outlined the report for the Selectboard, with no major issues noted. Frank had the Selectboard sign off on this report. Lee shared a
proposal from Washington Fire Department to purchase the chassis from the Highway Department for $1,000. The Selectboard approved the sale. Lee will notify Washington Fire Dept.

6. Lister's Concerns: Allen notes the re-appraisal continues to go well. Allen notes the essence of the re-appraisal is to take the new sales of the past three years which reflect the market value. Then a mathematical model is developed which is applied to all properties. They have received a high rating on the results. They will now go back and look at some of the other properties, which will take a little more time. Allen is looking for a 30-day extension to complete this review. Allen feels that a new date for the informational meeting should be set somewhere in mid-July.

7. Sewage Officer Concerns: Bill notes there is a property on the other end of Maplewood Road with a recorded septic plan and a recorded unsigned septic permit. The septic system went in during the summer of 2004. Tom Otterman inspected the system when it went in. The paperwork
was not completed. The Selectboard agreed with Bill's recommendation to sign the corrected
paperwork to bring this up-to-date. Bill will add to each document the date of acceptance and the Selectboard names giving approval.

8. Household Hazardous Waste: Laurie notes that there is a Hazardous Waste Collection on May 19^th at the Bradford Town Garage. There is no charge to the individual households for this service.

9. Planning Commission: The Selectboard approved an application for an $800 grant for municipal education for the Planning Commission. Kevin will get a copy of this grant to Susan.

10. Town Plan: Kevin had shared the Final Draft of the Town Plan with the Selectboard. Kevin notes there were a few recommendations that were added. The Selectboard made a thorough review of the plan with minimal changes. Copies will be made available to the public. The edits will be made and then a public hearing warning will be made. The Public Hearing for the Town Plan will be held at a special Selectboard meeting on Monday, June 25^th at 7:00 p.m. Laurie made a motion to accept the Town Plan with the few changes and additions that were discussed. Russ seconded. Motion passed.

11. ATV Ordinance: Steve Long was concerned about how the objectives of the new
ordinance would be enforced. His main concern was that if we have local people with ATV interest that they be involved in the ordinance and help towards the enforcement. If there were a group of Corinth ATV riders in an organized club, the Selectboard would reconsider amendments. The Selectboard noted that the ATV Ordinance has been discussed for at least 6 months at Selectboard meetings, but no one fromCorinth has attended these meetings to support ATV use in Corinth. Russ read aloud the ATV Ordinance which in abbreviated form reads:

TOWN OF CORINTH ATV ORDINANCE
Adopted at May 14, 2007 Selectboard Meeting
Section I: Authority
Section II: Purpose
Section III: Definitions
Section IV: Operation of ATV's.
ATV's may not be operated on any town highway or trail in Corinth.
Section V: Enforcement
Section VI: Penalties
1^st offense $50, waiver fee $35
2^nd offense $100, waiver fee $75
3^rd offense $200, waiver fee $150
Section VII: Severability
Section IX: Effective Date
This ordinance was adopted on May 14, 2007. It will take effect on July
14, 2007 unless a petition signed by at least five percent of the voters
of Corinth is filed with the municipal clerk by June 28, 2007 asking for
a vote to disapprove the ordinance. If a petition is received, the
Selectboard will warn a special meeting and the voters may vote on that
question.

The full text of the ordinance is available at the Town Clerk’s Office. If you have questions about the ordinance, you can contact the Selectmen: Russ Pazdro at 439-5265, Laurie Sheridan at 439-6299, or Lee Porter at 439-5899.

Russ made a motion to accept and sign the ATV Ordinance as read. Lee
seconded. Motion passed.

12. Committees: Frank gave an Ancient Road Committee report. They have held two meetings with another scheduled for May 15th . They obtained maps with the scales adjusted to match. The plan is to take one of the current overlay maps and the 1877 map, divide it into sections and have teams identify discrepancies.

13. Administrative Assistance: They have received one application so far and will meet in Executive Session to discuss. After discussion, the Selectboard decided to continue to seek more applicants before considering applications. Another advertisement will be in the Journal Opinion.

14. Other Business: The preliminary website should be up in a couple of weeks.

15. Correspondence: Laurie shared correspondence with the Selectboard.

16. Financial Report and Sign Warrants: Financial Report was reviewed and approved. The warrants were signed.

17. Test Emergency Lighting and Fire Extinguishers: Laurie checked the emergency lighting and fire extinguishers.

18. Meeting Adjourned: 10:25 p.m.

Submitted by,
Rebecca A. Loftus, Clerk of the Board