The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on June 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Gary Gulka, Rebecca Nally, Libby Hale, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).
Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.
Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
1. Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.
- Ted moved to approve the minutes of the May 28, 2008 meetings as printed; Larry seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
2. AI 2 – Public Comment
- AI 2a. G Gulka would like to bring to the SB attention that, while the Conservation Committee has been attempting to obtain easements to ensure non-production of land in an effort to protect the Winooski River North of town, A. Christopher has expressed interest in donating a 13 acre parcel for use of the Recreation Committee. This parcel is connected to both the Cabot Recreation Field and Masonic Hall. Discussion ensued. The SB is interested in acquiring the parcel, contingent upon restrictions. G Gulka will contact owner.
- AI 2b. T Rogerson questioned repairs and intended use of the Masonic Hall; SB discussed the same. The location will likely not be ready for use until next year.
- AI 2c. The Planning Commission is currently amending the zoning regulations in consideration of comments received, and will revisit Town Plan beforehand.
3. AI 3– Administrative Duties
- AI 3a. Sue Freeburn has requested advertisement of a vacant Town Auditor position; SB discussed same. T Rogerson will contact Freeburn for further information.
- AI 3b. Ted moved to approve the delinquent dog warrant against 54 Cabot dog owners; Larry seconded. Motion passed unanimously and was signed by SB. Warrant is issued to Ken Gokey, Ken Christman, Jo Guertin, and Cheryl McQueeney for enforcement.
- AI 3c. Larry moved to approve the Deferred Compensation Plan Resolution to offer additional retirement investment options to municipal employees; Ted seconded. Motion passed unanimously and was signed by SB.
- AI 3d. The SB reviewed the financial statements for the wastewater project. There is concern of sustainability under the current user fee schedule and investment interest income, possibly necessitating an increase in fees. T Rogerson will continue to review spending trend and accumulate additional information to provide at the next SB meeting. SB will hold a hearing on July 16, 2008.
- AI 3e. APEX software purchase reviewed by SB. No action taken.
4. AI 4 – Correspondence
- AI 4a. Cabot Creamery Act 250 Public Hearing Notice. SB reviewed; no comment.
- AI 4b. AoT Municipal Park-and-Ride Grant Program was discussed by SB and given to L Gochey for further review. No action taken.
- AI 4c. VLCT Model Low Impact Development Stormwater Management Bylaws will be reviewed by C Pitkin.
5. AI 5 – Legal
- AI 5a. L Gochey mentioned that a pedestrian crossing sign was stolen and replaced.
- AI 5b. L Gochey has concerns regarding mailboxes mounted on the Town right-of-way in such a manner that it would damage the plow truck if struck. T Domey will construct a policy for mailbox placement.
6. AI 6 – Other Business
- AI 6a. Received State grant in the amount of $98, 068 (80% of estimated construction cost) for road reconstruction planned this summer on Route 215 at the section known as Gould’s flat; SB discussed same. No action taken.
- AI 6b. Pransky will be holding a music festival at their property; SB discussed same. No action taken.
- AI 6c. SB reviewed an amended municipal building rental agreement received from the Cabot Coalition and discussed same. No action taken.
- AI 6d. The Hardwick Restorative Justice Program provided more information regarding their program; SB discussed same. C Pitkin will draft response.
7. AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer
The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held
Wednesday July 2, 2008 at 7 pm