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The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on 16 January 2008 at 6:00 p.m..

           

Attending were:  Carlton Domey, R.D. Eno, William Walters, Dean Deasy, Andy Luce, Chip Taylor, Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Member), Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), and Doug Harvey (Town Clerk – Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of 19 December 2007 meeting as printed; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

           

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment - Public Comments will be addressed under the corresponding agenda item, as required.

 

ุ      Telecommunication Tower Radiation Emission Testing – Carlton stated that he had received a letter from Dale and Janet Newton requesting the results of the emission testing as addressed in the Town Zoning Regulation.  Carlton also provided a letter from UNICEL that stated that an analysis had been performed in July 2007 that indicated the emissions, at the worst case scenario, were well within the Federal requirements.  The SB reviewed and discussed the same and tasked Carlton to contact UNICEL for a copy of the actual analysis report to determine if the analysis meets the Zoning Regulation requirements. 

ุ      Web Site Overview – William provided an overview of the current web site status and usage rate.  He requested $24.95 to purchase a 100 pack of compact disc.  The SB authorized the purchase.

 

3.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 3a – Bay State Elevator Company – Willey Building Lift Examination and Lubrication Proposal – Proposal was accepted at the 19 December 2008 meeting but was not signed.  Caleb signed and dated the proposal. 

ุ      AI 3b – Open Auditor Position; Doug informed the SB that only one individual, Sue Freeburn, had applied for the Auditor position.  After a discussion Ted made the motion to appoint Sue Freeburn to fill the open Auditor position; Larry seconded. No further discussion, motion passed unanimously.

ุ      AI 3c – 2008 Proposed Budget (General & Highway Fund) Review;  The SB reviewed and discussed the proposed budgets, including inputs from the Fire Department, Wastewater Commission, Planning Commission, Cemetery Commission, Conservation Committee, and Library.  A preliminary budget was established and approved, with the final review and approval to be scheduled later in the month

ุ      AI 3d – 2008 Appropriations Review; The SB reviewed and discussed the Appropriations list, provide by the local Auditors, which included the new request from organizations that had been approved at previous Town Meetings.  In addition, the SB reviewed the request from four new organizations.  The SB agreed to include all request in the 2008 Town Meeting Warning with the exception of one; The SB agreed that the $150.00 appropriation request from Brian Houghton, for upkeep and maintenance of the Cabot War Memorial, should and will be included in the annual Willey Building budget.   

ุ      AI 3e - 2008 Town Meeting Draft Warning – The SB reviewed, discussed and provided inputs for the draft Warning.  The final warning review and approval will be scheduled for later in the month.

ุ      AI 3f – Green Up Vermont Letter – Identify Green-Up Day Coordinator; after review the SB identified Gary Gulka as the Cabot point-of-contact.

ุ      AI 3g – Request for Proposals (RFP) Approval – Painting Willey Building and Willey Building Roof; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  After minor modification, the SB approved the RFP’s.

ุ      AI 3h – State of Vermont, Policy and Planning Division-Mapping Unit – 2008 Certificate of Highway Mileage; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  Larry moved to approve and sign the certificate; Ted seconded.  No further discussion, Motion passed unanimously.

           

4.  AI 4 - Correspondence

 

ุ      AI 4a – State of Vermont, Department of Environmental Conservation – Public Notice of Draft Amendment of ID-9-0043 for Proposed Change to Transfer Ownership of Indirect Discharge Permit; SB reviewed and discussed the same. No action taken.

ุ      AI 4b – Vermont League of Cities & Towns (VLCT) – Unemployment Insurance Trust, Inc – Annual Rate Assessment; SB reviewed and discussed the same and verified the increase was included in the 2008 budget.  

ุ      AI 4c – Vermont Coalition of Municipalities Board of Directors – Request to Adopt a Resolution for a “Statewide discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of breaking from Act 60/68; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 4d – Washington County – Proposed 17 month budget for fiscal year 2008-2009; SB reviewed and discussed the same and verified the cost was included in the 2008 budget. 

ุ      AI 4e – Chittenden Bank – 2007 Tax Anticipation Note Pay Off; SB reviewed the same.  No action required.

ุ      AI 4f – Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger – Cabot Assessment Sheet; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  Larry moved to have copies of the assessment be available for the public review at Town Meeting day; Ted seconded.  No further discussion, passed unanimously.

ุ      AI 4g – Vermont League of Cities and Towns – Insurance Coverage Available for Municipal Property Rental; SB reviewed and discussed the same and tasked Doug to provide a copy to the Cabot Coalition.

ุ      AI 4h – Brian Greaves – Texas Refinery Advanced Analysis Program Data; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  No action required.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal

 

ุ      AI 5a – Health Order – 3065 Main Street, Leonard Spencer – Owner; Caleb indicated that he had inspected property and that the requirements of the Health Order were met.

ุ      AI 5b – Ken Davis versus Town of Cabot – Tax Appeal Status; Doug stated that Charles Merriman, Town Attorney, had gone to court for a pretrial hearing and that Mr. Davis failed to appear.  Charles anticipates the trial will be scheduled for early March 2008.

 

6.  AI 6 – Other Business

 

ุ      AI 6a – Heating Fuel Cost – Doug informed the SB that the Clerk’s Office still had not received a contract from Ultramar for heating fuel but Ultramar had provided a credit for some of the previous deliveries at a cost of $2.49 per gallon. 

ุ      AI 6b– Letter from Baron Wormser – Bill for Damage to Mailbox; SB reviewed and discussed the same and tasked Doug to write a response to Mr. Wormser informing him that the Town is not responsible for damages to mailboxes.

ุ      AI 6c – Fire Department – Emergency Rescue Vehicle Replacement; Dean Deasy informed the SB that the current Rescue vehicle had reached the end of its serviceability life.  The Fire Department requested that an article be included in the 2008 Town Warning requesting the Town vote to authorize the Fire Department to enter into an agreement, not to exceed $150,000.00, to procure a new Emergency Rescue Vehicle.  The SB concurred with the request. 

ุ      AI 6d – Next SB Meeting; Doug asked if the SB would like to schedule a Special Meeting to finalize and approve the Budget and Warning.  After a discussion, it was decided that a Special Meeting would be held on 30 January 2008 @ 7:00 PM.

 

7.  Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

 

Douglas Harvey; Town Clerk – Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday February 6, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on 30 January 2008 at 7:00 p.m..

           

Attending were:  R.D. Eno, Tara Rogerson, Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Member), Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), and Doug Harvey (Town Clerk – Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.  Larry indicated that he had not reviewed the minutes and requested this action be deferred.  Ted and Caleb concurred. 

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment – None

 

Larry made the motion to move into executive session to discuss a personnel issue; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

Entered Executive Session at 7:05 p.m. – Out of Executive Session at 7:45 p.m.; No action taken.

 

3.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 3a – 2008 Proposed Budget (General & Highway Fund) Review - After reviewing, discussing and modifying the proposed 2008 budgets, Ted made the motion to approve the budgets for inclusion into the Town report; Caleb seconded.  No further discussion, passed unanimously.  Caleb agreed to include a pay-scale proposal as part of the Select Board report in the Town Report.

ุ      AI 3b –2008 Town Meeting Warning Review – The SB reviewed, discussed and provided final inputs for the Warning, including the resolution below.  After the changes were incorporated, Larry moved to approve and sign the Warning; Caleb seconded.  No further discussion, passed unanimously.  Warning signed by all three members. 

 

Ted made a motion for the following:  RESOLUTION that the public good and necessity support the acquisition of a new Fire Department rescue vehicle that can not be paid out of annual revenue, and that a proposition of incurring bonded indebtedness for the same should be submitted to the voters at the annual meeting; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

           

4.  AI 4 – Other Business – The SB discussed the next regularly scheduled SB meeting.  Due to other commitments and to meet the required informational meeting requirements prior to Town Meeting they decided to meet the on the second (13 February) and fourth (27 February) Wednesdays for the month of February.

 

5.  Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 10:42 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

 

Douglas Harvey; Town Clerk – Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday February 13, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on 27 February 2008 at 6:00 p.m..

           

Attending were:  Ed Pcolar, Carlton Domey, R.D. Eno, Tara Rogerson, Jules Chatot, Bruce Westcott, Ellen Blachly, Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Member), Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), and Doug Harvey (Town Clerk – Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of the 16 and 30 January 2008 meetings as printed; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

           

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment - Public Comments will be addressed under the corresponding agenda item, as required.

 

3.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 3a – Washington Electric Cooperative, Inc. – Right of Way Easement to Damien Dunham Property; Requires Signature.  SB reviewed and discussed the same.  Larry will contact Washington Electric to determine the actual placement of the poles.  Signing of the easement tabled until the next SB meeting.  

ุ      AI 3b – Washington Electric Cooperative, Inc. – Permit for Electrical Power to Damien Dunham Property; Requires Signature.  Signing of permit tabled until ROW Easement is approved.

ุ      AI 3c – State of Vermont, Building and General Services Surplus Property; Requires Signature.  SB reviewed and discussed the same.  Larry moved to have Caleb sign the Surplus Property form authorizing the Fire Department to purchase surplus items as needed; Ted seconded.  Passed unanimously. 

ุ      AI 3d – 2008 Liquor License Renewal Application – Searles Village Store; Requires Signature.  The SB reviewed and discussed the Application.  Ted moved to approve and sign the Searles Village Store Liquor License Renewal.  Larry seconded.  Passed unanimously.  SB signed the application. 

           

4.  AI 4 - Correspondence

 

ุ      AI 4a – Chatot Letter Dated 23 January 2008 – Forant / Allaire Vermont Supreme Court Docket No. 2007-424 Dismissal.  SB reviewed and discussed the same.  Mr. Chatot discussed the court dismissal and requested the Town act on the “violations” identified in their letter.  Carlton indicated that he had provided the Chatot letter to the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustments, and Charles Merriman (Town Attorney) and is waiting for advice from them.  SB determined that there is No Action Required by them at this time.

ุ      AI 4b – Union Bank – Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) Statement 01 October 2007 to 31 December 2007; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  No action required.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal

 

6.  AI 6 – Other Business

 

ุ      AI 6a – Cabot Creamery, Ed Pcoloar, Operations Manager – Amend Act 250 Land Use Permit; Ed provided an overview of the Industrial Discharge permit process and indicated they were requesting a Letter of Support from the Town of Cabot to present to the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation as part of their Act 250 package.  The SB discussed the same and determined that additional time was required to evaluate the Creameries request and to review and provide response to Mr. Scheibers concerns letter (see AI 6b below).  Bruce Westcott and Ellen Blachly both voiced concerns about the increased traffic flow that will occur, with approval of the increased waste disposal.  They also addressed concern about the current speed at which the Creamery Trucks enter and exit the Town.  SB thanked them for their inputs.  Issue tabled until 19 March 2008 SB meeting.

ุ      AI 6b– Richard Scheiber E-mail Concerning Traffic Generated by Cabot Creamery; SB reviewed and discussed the same.  They decided additional time was needed to evaluate and respond to the letter and requested that Ed Pcolar review the letter and provide inputs at the next SB meeting.  Ed indicated that he would respond to the concerns and present them to the SB at the next meeting.

 

The SB meeting recessed at 6:59 p.m. to conduct the Town of Cabot Public Hearings addressing the Australian Ballot Articles.  The SB meeting reconvened 7:30 p.m.

 

ุ      AI 6c – Audit Overview / Town Report Corrections – Doug presented corrections to the Town Report as well as recommendations from the outside Audit agency.

 

7.  Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

 

Douglas Harvey; Town Clerk – Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday March 19, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on 04 March 2008 immediately following the ballot count of town meeting.

           

Attending were:  Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk Elect – Treasurer Elect), Kenneth Gokey, Greg Rogerson, Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Member), Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), and Velma White (Assistant Town Clerk – Assistant Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda was to appoint offices required by law, swear in elected officials and conduct any other business that came before the board.

                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 8:55 p.m.

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – To swear in re-elected selectboard member Larry Gochey.  Caleb Pitkin administered the oath and Larry signed such document.

 

2.       (AI) 2 – To elect a chair for the selectboard.  Caleb Pitkin was nominated by Larry and seconded by Ted.  No other nominations.  Vote to elect Caleb Pitkin as selectboard chair was unanimous.

           

3.  AI 3 – To elect a vice-chair for the selectboard.  Larry Gochey was nominated by Ted and seconded by Caleb.  No other nominations.  Vote to elect Larry Gochey as selectboard vice-chair was unanimous.

 

4. AI 4 - To elect a secretary for the selectboard.  Ted Domey was nominated by Larry and seconded by Caleb.  No other nominations.  Vote to elect Ted Domey as selectboard secretary was unanimous.

 

5. AI 5 – To swear in the elected Town Clerk Tara Rogerson.  Caleb Pitkin administered the oath and Tara signed such document.

 

6. AI 6 - To swear in the elected Town Treasurer Tara Rogerson.  Caleb Pitkin administered the oath and Tara signed such document.

 

7. AI 7 - Washington Electric Cooperative, Inc. – Right of Way Easement to Damien Dunham Property; Requires Signature.  SB reviewed and discussed the same.  Ted made motion to sign such document. Larry seconded.  Caleb and Larry signed such document.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8. AI 8 – To fill the following appoints as required:

 

Pound Keeper                                  Cheryl McQueeny

Dog Warden                                     Josephine Guertin

Fence Viewers (3)                             Walter (Rusty) Churchill

                                                            Daniel Cookson

                                                            TBD (Filled at April 2, 2008 meeting)

 

Inspector of Coal, Wood,

Lumber and shingles                      Anson Tebbetts

Tree Warden                                     Roland Payne

Fire Warden                                      Andrew Luce

Town Service Office                                    William (Bill) Cobb

Health Officer                                   Gary Gulka

Town Energy Coordinator             TBD (Filled at April 2, 2008 meeting)

Sewage Officer                                 Carlton Domey

Zoning Administrator                     Carlton Domey

Willey Building Committee           Carlton Domey

UDAG Committee                           Charles (Chuck) Talbert

Planning Commission                     TBD (Filled at April 2, 2008 meeting)

Road Commissioner                        Larry Gochey

 

Ted made the motion to fill the appointed positions as listed above. Larry seconded.  Passed unanimously. 

 

9. AI 9 – To fill the Auditor, Lister, and Zoning Board of Adjustment vacancies not filled at town meeting.  Larry nominated Marcy Martin for Auditor and Mike Hogan for Lister.  Ted seconded.  Discussion ensued about nominees’ willingness and they had come forward after town meeting expressing interest.  The Zoning Board of Adjustment vacancy will be table until the April 2, 2008 meeting to verify individual is interested in filling that position.  Passed unanimously. 

 

10. AI 10 – To remind selectboard to appoint the following positions at the next selectboard meeting:  1 – Fence Viewer

                        1 – Town Energy Coordinator

                        1 – Planning Commission member

                        2- Waste Water Commission members

Noted in the minutes and no further action required at this meeting.

 

11. AI 11 – The selectboard chair indicated that the board needed to adopt Roberts Rules of Order for their meeting.  It was determined that other policies needed to be adopted and would be done at the April 2, 2008 meeting.  No action taken on this agenda item.

 

12. AI 12 – Check authorization. Ted made motion to allow individual selectboard members to authorize checks from the town treasurer.  Larry seconded.  No discussion. Item passed unanimously.

 

13. AI 13 – Income / Expense Reports.  The selectboard asked that the town clerk submit Income / expense reports quarterly for review.  No further action needed.

 

14. AI 14 – Set Road Commissioners salary.  Ted made the motion to set the road commissioners salary at $10,000.00.  Caleb seconded.  No discussion.  Ted and Caleb voted in favor.  Larry abstained from the vote.  Motion passed.

 

15. AI 15 -   Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 10:24 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

 

Ted Domey; Selectboard secretary

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday March 19, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on March 19, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were: Andrew Leinoff, Richard Scheiber, Edward Pcolar, William Walters, Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of the February 27, 2008 meeting as printed; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.   March 4, 2008 minutes will be reviewed for approval on April 2, 2008.

 

2.  AI 2 – Requested use of the Masonic Hall for the July 4, 2008 PTSA Rummage Sale.  Permission granted unanimously.  Caleb requested the Town Clerk keep a schedule of Hall reservations.

           

3.  AI 3 – Public Comment - Public Comments will be addressed under the corresponding agenda item, as required.

 

4.  AI 4 – Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 4a – Update Chittenden Bank Municipal Account Signatures – Signature cards for Chittenden accounts require signatures of Town Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer prior to Selectboard and School Board resolution authorization.  Signatures of Charles Wanzer and Irene Harvey are also needed for School District signature cards.  Town Resolution requiring SB signatures will be tabled until next SB Meeting.

ุ      AI 4b – Central Vermont Humane Society – New proposal and contract from the Central Vermont Humane Society in the amount of $300 to perform animal control services.  Services are not required.

ุ      AI 4c – Washington County Sheriff Contract - Signatures Required.  SB reviewed the contract, which increased the hourly fee from $24.50 to $25.00.  Larry moved to approve and sign the Sheriff contract; Ted seconded.  Contract was passed unanimously and signed by all members.

ุ      AI 4d – 2008 Temporary Bond Anticipation Note - Requires Signature of Treasurer. 
At this time no petition has been received by the Town Clerk to reconsider/rescind Article 6 vote (passed by Australian Ballot  - 331 yes / 239 no) to issue bonds not to exceeding $150,000 for the purpose of acquiring a new Fire Department Rescue Vehicle.  No action necessary on behalf of the SB.

 

           

 

5.  AI 5 - Correspondence

 

ุ      AI 5a – Letter dated 2/28/08 from Ed Pcolar in support of the Cabot Creamery Act 250 Land Use.  Richard Scheiber requests the SB study the complete impact on the Town from the increased traffic that would come with the proposed Creamery permit amendment.  The SB requested additional time to review information received today.  Issue tabled until April 2 meeting.

ุ      AI 5b – Vermont Animal Control Association – Informational only.  Required action from the SB.

ุ      AI 5c  - Vermont State Police Advisory Board minutes – reviewed by the SB.  No SB response necessary.

ุ      AI 5d – Historic Road Maps – Proposal to provide area maps showing ancient roads.  The SB reviewed the information provided and deemed it unnecessary to purchase this information.  No further action required.

 

6.  AI 6 – Other Business

 

ุ      AI 6a– Andrew Leinoff requested approval from the SB to contact the Town attorney at his own expense to discuss the planned cell tower silo conversion.  SB unanimously approved and signed request.

ุ      AI 6b – Andrew Leinoff requested SB consideration to use alternative banks for UDAG loan subsidy in an effort to bring additional business opportunities to Cabot.  Andrew will speak to Union bank, which is in the second of a three year agreement, to see if this is feasible.  Larry is concerned that loans will be scattered to several banks and more difficult to manage.  SB requested possible agreements from alternative banks.  Issue tabled until further information is available.

ุ      AI 6c – 2008 Municipal Bond Bank Sale received by Paul Giuliani.  Requires Treasurer Action – No SB response necessary.

ุ      AI 6d – Copy of RCCA/UNICEL wireless proposal for cell tower silo conversion.  Caleb will review.

ุ      AI 6e – State of Vermont 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – Preliminary information for SB consideration to provide additional retirement options for Town employees.  Clerk will provide additional information as it becomes available for SB before requesting formal approval.  Tabled for future discussion.

ุ      AI 6f – Website Improvement Survey – William Walters presented a summary of a 33 participant survey, including information which should be available through the website.  No SB action required.

 
 

7.  AI 7 - Caleb moved to adjourn the meeting; Larry seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson; Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday April 2, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on April 16, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  William Walters, Brian Houghton, Lori Augustiniak, Carl Bean, Carlton Domey, Edward Pcolar, Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ุ      Larry moved to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2008 meeting as printed; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.   

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a - Carol Plante, of the Hardwick/Greensboro Justice Program, is looking to expand, as needed, to surrounding towns.  The program stresses accountability and outreach to those who commit low-level crime.  Expansion would increase funding from the Vermont Department of Corrections

ุ      AI 2b - William Walters will post the housing statistics and zoning on the Cabot website, and will post any public notices for free.

 

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 3  - Not on Agenda - Cabot Creamery Act 250 letter of support request.  Edward Pcolar attended seeking a final determination from the SB.   The SB unanimously agreed to compose a suitable letter.

ุ      AI 3a – Water to Lower Cabot – Trying to obtain grant to offset cost of extending water line to Lower Cabot, whose water supply is contaminated - ANR is currently supplying residents with bottled water to residents.  After further discussion, the SB, Carl Bean, and Brian Houghton will meet again at a future SB meeting.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 3b – The SB is looking for recommendations/proposals for a new site for the Cabot Town Garage.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 3c – Lori Augustyniak drafted a proposed Rental and Use contract for municipal facilities.  Discussion ensued; L Gochey would prefer a simplified process for instances where obtaining additional insurance is necessary.  SB will review after revisions to the agreement are made.  No action taken at this time.

ุ      AI 3d – Animals lost by Steven Hough – SB reviewed and discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 3e - Chittenden Bank Resolution Authorizing Deposits by T Rogerson –
Signed by SB Chair and Clerk.

ุ      AI 3f – Fire Department Rescue Vehicle Bond – Update SB on vehicle purchase and Bond Anticipation Note.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 3g – Willey Building Bids for Painting and Roof Work.  SB reviewed and discussed various bids.  SB unanimously approved bid from Cabot Heights Cleaning Service to paint building, and signed contract.  Roof will be readvertised.

ุ      AI 3h – Lister Vacancy – SB unanimously approved Valdine Hall, assessor from Greensboro, to assist for this year.  Once resignation is received from Doug Harvey, the lister position will be advertised.

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      Act 250 Notice – Information regarding Application and Pre-Hearing Conference scheduled for April 30, 2008 at the Cabot Town Offices (Willey Building), 3rd floor, at 7:00 pm.  SB discussed - T Domey will review and draft letter of support.

 

5.  AI 5 Legal

ุ      Town Road and Bridge Standards Resolution.  No discussion.  Larry moved to approve resolution; T Domey seconded.   Resolution passed unanimously and signed by SB.

 

6.   AI 6 – Other Business – None.

 

7.  AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson; Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday May 7, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on April 25, 2008 at 5:30 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Andy Leinoff , Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m.

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Public Comment  

ุ      Andy Leinoff wanted to alert the SB that he and Tara Rogerson had spoken with regards to renewed Town Treasurer involvement with the UDAG accounts.  Bank cards were signed by Leinoff and Rogerson.

 

2.  AI 2– Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 2a – Bond Anticipation Note – A $150,000 Bond Anticipation Note and Resolution for the Cabot Fire Department Fire Rescue Vehicle was unanimously approved by SB and signed by all members.

ุ      AI 2b –The Act 250 Permit application letter of support regarding the US Route 2, Cabot/Danville realignment and reconstruction project was approved unanimously with revisions. 

ุ      AI 3c – A.G. Edwards Corporate Account Cash Agreement was approved unanimously and signed by all members.

 

3.  AI 3 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson; Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday May 7, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on May 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Carlton Domey, Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ุ      Larry moved to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2008 and April 25, 2008 meetings as printed; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.   

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment will be addressed under the corresponding agenda item.

           

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 3a.  Renewal Application for Junkyard License –  No discussion; C Pitkin signed.

 

ุ      AI 3b.  2007 Draft Audit Report and Management Letter – SB would like more time to review documents.  This item will be discussed at the next SB meeting.

 

ุ      AI 3c.  Lister Vacancy – After discussion, advertisement for lister position was approved for posting.  Ted moved to approve Request for Extension of Time to the Vermont Department of Taxes Property Valuation and Review Division; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

ุ      AI 3d. Willey Building RFP for roof work was unanimously approved for posting.

 

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  VLCT – Boiler/Machinery Division Survey Confirmation Letter.  L Gochey will address concerns and draft response.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal – No legal issues.

 
6.   AI 6 – Other Business

 

ุ      AI 6a.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 Letter of Support was reviewed by the SB and unanimously approved.

 

ุ      AI 6b.  Revolving Loan Fund was discussed.  T Rogerson will conduct further research.  No action taken.

 

ุ      AI 4c.  L Gochey - Mailboxes are being put next to the road and may be hit and destroyed by road crew.  It is Town policy that hit mailboxes will neither be replaced nor the owner reimbursed for damages.

 

ุ      AI 4d.  Numerous complaints have been received regarding a boat parked on the street and sidewalk on Main Street.  C Pitkin will draft letters, including the Town Parking Ordinance, for distribution to residents in the vicinity.

 

7.  AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday May 21, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on May 28, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ุ      Larry moved to approve the minutes of the May 7, 2008 meetings as printed; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.   

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment.

           

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

 

ุ      AI 3a.  2008 Bond Bank Sale – Bond Certificates and Resolution was discussed and signed by all three members of SB.

 

ุ      AI 3b.  2007 Draft Audit Report Management Letter was discussed and signed by
C Pitkin.

 

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  Hardwick-Greensboro Restorative Justice correspondence was discussed.  No action taken.

 

ุ      AI 4b.  AOT 2009 Transportation Enhancements Application will be reviewed by L Gochey.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal – SB request updated on legal issues and discussed same.  No action taken.

 
6.   AI 6 – Other Business

 

ุ      AI 6a.  A new Cabot representative is needed for the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission.  The SB unanimously approved the appointed Richard Payne.

 

ุ      AI 6b.  Initial application for State financing to extend water service to Lower Cabot was denied, as Town bond financing has not been approved.  C Pitkin will ask a Lower Cabot resident to take census of whether residents desire to be connected.

                                          

ุ      AI 6c.  Municipal facility use application was reviewed and discussed.  No action taken.

 

ุ      AI 6d. The issue of mapping and reclaiming ancient roads was discussed.  SB will meet with members of the Skyliners Snow Mobile Club six months prior to State deadline.

 

ุ      AI 6e.  Information regarding the Municipal 457 Plan, which would extend investment options to Town employees, was distributed and discussed. 
T Rogerson will prepare a resolution for SB review and adoption.

 

ุ      AI 6f.  First quarter Town finances were reviewed by SB; discussed same.  No action taken.

 

7.  AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Wednesday June 18, 2008 at 7 pm

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

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on July 16, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Carlton Domey, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ท Larry moved to approve the minutes of the June 18, 2008 meetings as printed; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment.

           

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

 

ท AI 3a.  The proposed FY09 Tax Rates were presented to the SB and reviewed.  Ted moved to approve the tax rates as listed:

                                                      General                      $.2344

                                                      Highway                      .3344

                                                      Local Agreement        .0200

                                                      Deficit                                      .0037

                                                      Total                           $.5925

Larry seconded; SB discussed same.  C Pitkin felt that for clarity “2007 Deficit” should be used.  Motion passed unanimously.

ท AI 3b.  T Rogerson requested the SB table discussion on Wastewater accounts until the next SB meeting.  SB discussed stability of the accounts, and asked that Mike Hogan attend the next meeting.

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ท AI 4a.  The Vermont Telecommunications Authority is promoting a Broadband Grant Program, offering businesses and municipalities funds to assist in the implementation of increased broadband access; SB discussed same.  This grant is for projects that are in a post-development stage and ready for execution.  No action necessary.

ท AI 4b.  The AoT has provided a mass discontinuation certificate, if the Town has a desire to avail itself of 19 V.S.A. ง 305(h) and blanket discontinuance of Town highways; SB reviewed and discussed same.  Currently there is no desire amongst the SB for a mass discontinuance.

ทAI 4c.  The Land Use permit for the Sousa silo cell tower was issued, granting UNICEL’s application with conditions; SB reviewed and discussed same.  No action necessary.

ท AI 4d.  T Rogerson provided the SB with a final FSV Audit for CY 2007; SB discussed same.  No action necessary.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal

 

ท AI 5a.  Fairpoint Communications provided a right-of-way agreement for the placement of two telephone poles along Highway #28 to eliminate a defective buried cable.  L Gochey will further investigate pole placement before providing approval.

 

6.   AI 6 – Other Business

 

ท AI 6a.  The SB would like to convey their appreciation for the services of Andy Leinoff as Chair of the UDAG Committee, who resigned June 30, 2008.  SB discussed same.  C Pitkin will draft a letter of thanks.

ทAI 6b.  SB discussed conveyance of property to the Town and requested that Gary Gulka attend the next scheduled SB meeting.  No action taken.

ท AI 6c.  Cabot Creamery has donated $2,000 to the Town in support of the Handicap Access Project along the Upper Cabot Road; SB discussed same and would like to thank the Creamery for its continued support.  No action taken.

ท AI 6d. The Environmental Board sent notice that it will no longer monitor wells for contamination related to a former underground storage tank at the Houston Farm, removed in 2006; SB discussed same.  The Agency concluded that no unacceptable risk to human health or the environment was present.  No action taken.

ท T Rogerson alerted the SB of a likely budget shortfall for CY08; SB discussed same.  Issue will be revisited at next SB meeting.  No action taken.

 

7.  AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Tuesday August 5, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on August 5, 2008
at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Mike Hogan, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                    

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:17 p.m.

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ท Ted moved to approve the minutes of the July 16, 2008 meetings as printed; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment.

           

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

 

ท AI 3a.  Reviewed Wastewater accounts; SB discussed same.   A rate increase from $660 to $700 per year shall be warned for public hearing.

ท AI 3b.  Ted Domey was appointed as the Cabot VLCT Delegate for the Annual Business Meeting.

ท AI 3c.   SB would like more information about the Town’s use of the Marshall and Swift Cost Tables before approving payment of the State invoice.

ท AI 3d.  With the resignation of Andy Leinoff, Ted moved to appoint Richard Eno as chair of the UDAG committee; Larry seconded.  SB discussed same and motion passed unanimously.

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ท AI 4a.  EarthTech, the company that maintains the Town wastewater system, was sold to AEOM Technologies; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ท AI 4b.  The Cabot Creamery Act 250 Application and Pre-Hearing Conference is scheduled for August 13th, 2008 at 7:00 pm in the 3rd floor meeting space of the Town of Cabot Municipal Building (Willey Building) on Main Street; SB discussed same.

ท AI 4c.  The Regional Planning Commission is implementing an online bridge and culvert inventory tool, which should be available in September; SB discussed same.

ท AI 4d.  The Town has received payment from the 2008 Bond Sale.  Repayment of the Bond Anticipation Note is due August 15th.

ท AI 4e.  The State is publicizing Matching Grant programs for various municipal and non-profit organizations; SB discussed same. 

ท AI 4f.  VORA has offered to assist with the research of ancient roads in Cabot; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

                       
5.  AI 5 – Legal

 

ท AI 5a.  Scribner has appealed his property grievance to the BCA.

 

6.   AI 6 – Other Business

 

ท AI 6a.  The Washington Superior Court has affirmed the Cabot Lister’s and BCA grievance decisions in Davis v. Cabot.

ท AI 6b.  The Unicel/Sousa permit has been appealed to the Environmental Court.

 

7.  AI 7 - Ted moved to adjourn the meeting; Larry seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Tuesday August 20, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on August 20, 2008
at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Gary Gulka, Rich Phillips, Dan Dunham, Ken Gokey, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                    

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m.

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ท Larry moved to approve the minutes of the August 5, 2008 meetings as printed; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment.

ท AI 2a.  G Gulka asked that the SB contact Ms. Christopher regarding the donation of land to the Town; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ท AI 2b.  Rich Phillips, Chair of the Marshfield Energy and Climate Change Committee is sponsoring an energy fair on September 27, 2008 with many exhibits and discussions of how to prepare for the upcoming winter and want to know if Cabot would like to be actively involved in ongoing efforts; SB discussed same.  G Gulka suggested that a sub-committee be created from the Conservation Committee to undertake Town energy issues.  SB asked G Gulka to determine feasibility of membership.

ท AI 2c.  D Dunham described a high-speed chase through Town and feels there is no excuse for such speeds in a residential area unless to prevent imminent risk of severe injury or death; SB discussed same.

     

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

 

ท AI 3a.  A 30-day Tax Anticipation Note; SB discussed and signed.

ทAI 3b.  Marshall and Swift Cost Tables; SB discussed and signed.

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ท AI 4a.  Inspection report of the West Hill Pond Dam; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ทAI 4b.  Friends of the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is seeking support; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ท AI 4c.  US RT 2 Reconstruction; all submissions to the Town given to Ted for review.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal – No legal business.

 
6.   AI 6 – Other Business

 

ทAI 6a.  Wastewater bill adjusted for new rental; SB approved.
AI 6b.  Washington Electric Highway Permit; Signed by L Gochey.

ท Ai 6c.  Support letter for the Cabot Performing Arts Building submitted to the State for possible additional grants.

 

7.  AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

 

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Tuesday September 3, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

September 03, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on September 3, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), and Ted Domey (SB Clerk).

 

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

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ท AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of August 20, 2008 as written; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment

 

3.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ท AI 3a.  Approve payment of Services.  SB reviewed the invoice for listor services from Valdine Hall. Ted moved to pay the invoice, Larry seconded. No Discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

ท AI 3b.  Fuel proposals.  Larry made motion to accept Ultramar’s pre-buy proposal, Ted Seconded.  Discussion ensued about the different companies.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

4.                  Correspondence – None

 

5.                  Legal - None

 

6.                  Other Business - None

 

7.                  AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Ted Domey

Cabot Selectboard Clerk

 

 

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet, as warned, at the Willey Building on September 17, 2008
at 7:00 p.m.

           

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Member), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                    

Selectboard Agenda, copy attached hereto, reviewed and duly noted.

                       

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

 

1.  Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes. 

ท AI 1a.  Ted moved to table the minutes of the September 3, 2008; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  

 

2.  AI 2 – Public Comment –No public comment.

     

3.  AI 3– Administrative Duties

ท AI 3a.  Larry moved to sign the 2008 Class 2 Highway Grant; Ted seconded.  Approved unanimously and signed.

 

4.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ท AI 4a.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 Per-Hearing Conference Report was discussed; no action taken.

ท AI 4b.  The VLCT conference information has been received by the SB; no action taken.

ท AI 4c.   The Route 2 Reconstruction meeting of Sept. 16 was attended by Ted; recess orders were discussed by SB.  No action taken.

 

5.  AI 5 – Legal

ท AI 5a.  Tara gave an update of the Cabot Creamery Act 250 application; SB discussed same.

ท AI 5b.  Tara gave an update of the RCC UNICEL appeal; SB discussed same.

 

6.   AI 6 – Other Business

ท AI 6a.  Roland Payne has agreed to establish a Liberty Elm Tree Memorial in 2009; SB discussed same.

ท AI 6b.  The BCA will meet to discuss payments for future elections/meeting work.

ท AI 6c.  Ted moved to pass a Resolution granting Richard Eno access to UDAG fund and checking accounts; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously and Resolution signed.

ท AI 6d.  Larry moved to release the lien on the Maxwell property; Ted seconded. Motion passed unanimously and signed.

ท AI 6e.  Dale Newton spoke with Caleb, claiming the Town chopped off a water pipe at a culvert; SB discussed same. 

 
7.  AI 7 - Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted: 

 

Tara Rogerson
Town Clerk & Treasurer

 

The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be held

Tuesday October 1, 2008 at 7 pm

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

October 1, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on October 1, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk) and Carlton Domey.

 

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

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ท AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of September 17, 2008 as written; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment

 

3.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ทAI 3a.  Tax Sale properties were presented.  SB reviewed. No action required by the SB and none was taken.

 

ท AI 3b.  Town Garage Monitoring Well Closure was presented.  The town road commissioner was notified of the closure and stated that the monitoring wells were in the process of being removed as requested.  One well will be removed in the spring because its access is hinder by the current winter sand stockpile.

 

ท AI 3c.  VLCT PACIF 2009 Insurance Renewal Application.  SB reviewed the current policy and coverage amounts.  The sewage plant building amount appeared low and there was no value for the contents within the building.  SB would like the Town Clerk to contact either Red Dufrane, consultant designer of the project, or Xenon, the company that installed the equipment, to get an estimate cost for the replacement of the equipment inside the sewage treatment facility for addition to the insurance policy.  Carlton Domey informed the SB that the Historical Society Building beside the Church and the Old School House on Bothfeld Hill Rd. had been removed from the tax lists.  The SB request the Town Clerk contact Bonnie Dannenburg to verify if the Historical Society has its own insurance on these buildings or if they need to be added to the policy.  The SB will take up this item at the next scheduled meeting upon receiving the requested information.

 

4.                  Correspondence

 

ท AI 4a.  Vermont State Infrastructure Bank – Transportation Construction Funding.  SB reviewed. No action taken.

 

ทAI 4b.  Municipal Planning Grant – FY09 Applications.  SB reviewed and discussion ensued.  SB to have application forwarded to the Chair of the Planning Commission, Gary Gulka

 

ทAI 4c.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 Filings.  Documents reviewed. No action taken.

 

ทAI 4d.  Route 2 Reconstruction Correspondences.  Documents reviewed. Ted provided an update of the previous Act 250 hearings. No action taken.

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

October 1, 2008

 

5.                  Legal

 

ท AI 5a.  Sousa Silo / FCC Wireless Telecommunications. Documents reviewed. No action taken.

 

6.                  Other Business

 

ท AI 6a.  To appoint a new member of the UDAG committee until the next town meeting due to a current member of the committee being appointed as chair of the committee.  Larry made the motion to appoint Ann Cookson to the UDAG committee, Ted seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

 

ทAI 6b.  Stain in Town Clerks office ceiling and wall.  During a school event in the Willey Bldg. kitchen a significant quantity of drink was accidental spilled. As a result of the spillage the liquid found its way through the floor and onto the ceiling tiles and wall below.  The SB is asking the school maintenance to come and paint the ceiling and wash or paint the wall. The SB requests that the town clerk contact the school board chair Chris Tormey about the availability of the school maintenance performing this service.

 

ทAI 6c  Request from Rita Durgin to use common for pumpkin event. Caleb instructed Ted to forward e-mail to town clerk and that the town clerk has the authority to review the use request and approve or deny the request based on requested use.

 

ทAI 6d.  Old UDAG loans were discussed and Caleb is going to ask the chair of the UDAG committee for an update of the status of said loans.

 

ท AI 6e.  Appointment of new ZBA members is to be put on the agenda for the next meeting.

 

7.                  AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Ted Domey

Cabot Selectboard Clerk

 

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

October 15, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on October 15, 2008 at
7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Carlton Domey, R.D. Eno, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m.

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ุ            AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of September 3 and October 1, 2008 as written; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment.

 

3.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ุ            AI 3a.  R.D. Eno provided an update on the UDAG Committee.  Ted moved that the Selectboard enter into executive session for the purpose of discussing  financial matters which premature public knowledge may disadvantage the Town and that the Town Clerk by invited to remain for the session; Larry seconded.  No discussion; motion passed unanimously and SB entered executive session at 7:12 p.m.  Caleb ended executive session at 7:35 p.m.

Ted moved to allow Charles Merriman to present to the Court all privileged attorney client correspondence in connection with Cabot v. Ruta, provided such correspondence is not made a matter of public record.  No discussion; motion passed unanimously.

 

R.D. Eno also provided a report of the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management.

 

ุ            AI 3b.  ZBA Appointment.  Currently there are two vacancies of the ZBA; SB discussed same.  Caleb suggested that all ZBA members be appointed at the next Town Meeting for a term of three years.  Appointment tabled until next SB meeting.

 

ุ            AI 3c.  Merchant’s Bank Corporate Resolution; SB Clerk signature required.

 

ุ            AI 3d.  2009 Renewal Application – VLCT PACIF Insurance.  Coverage was discussed and modified to reflect current facility replacement costs.

 

4.                  Correspondence

 

ุ            AI 4a.  Aquatic Nuisance Control Project at Joe’s Pond request for funding; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to increase appropriation to the amount of $300; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

ุ            AI 4b.  The VLCT Health Trust Annual Meeting; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

ุ            AI 4c.  Washington County Sheriff FY08 Update; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

ุ            AI 4d.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 Filings.  Documents reviewed. No action taken.
MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

October 15, 2008

 

5.                  Legal – No legal discussion.

 

6.                  Other Business

 

ุ            AI 6a.  Final Sawmill Road Bridge Inspection; SB discussed same.  Larry will attend inspection.

 

ุ            AI 6b.  Library Trustees letter requesting repairs to the Willey Building; SB discussed same.  The SB will continue to work on improvements to the building.

 

ุ            AI 6c.  Tara requested clarification of the use of the Willey Building and applicable fees; SB discussed same.  No action taken.  The SB request that Lori Augustyniak attend the November 5th SB meeting to discuss alcohol policy.

 

ุ            AI 6d.  Tara reports there are currently 971 registered voters, and 87 absentee ballots have been sent to date.

 

7.                  AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

                                       MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

November 5, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on November 5, 2008 at
7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Lori Augustyniak, Jefferson Tollman, Jim Brimblecomb, Mike Hogan, Aaron & Amanda Bendickson, Bonnie Dannenberg, William Walters, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                       

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

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to table the minutes of October 15, 2008; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment.

 

ุ            AI 2a.  Dog Nuisance Complaint - Amanda Bendickson has registered a complaint against Tuvi Feldman of Peacham, after repeated dog attacks at her home.  Caleb asked that Tara prepare a letter informing Mr. Feldman of the violation on the SB’s behalf, including the current Dog Nuisance Ordinance, and asked that Amanda report any future attacks for SB enforcement.  Amanda was also reminded of the requirement to register her dogs in Cabot.

ุ            AI 2b.  Wastewater Labor Contract - ECI Increase – Jim Brimblecomb and Jefferson Tollman appeared on behalf of United Water to present the annual cost of living increase for the Wastewater management contract.  The increase is 3.5%, or $1,379.98 for 2009.  SB discussed same.  Larry moved to sin the contract; Ted seconded.  Contract was unanimously approved.  Mike Hogan added that there is currently a vacancy on the Wastewater Committee.

ุ            AI 2c.  Municipal Facilities Alcohol Policy - Lori Augustyniak submitted to the SB a proposed rental & use policy in April 2008, and is requesting the be revisited and approved; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that the matter be tabled until the December 3rd SB meeting.

ุ            AI 2d.  2008 General Election – Bonnie Dannenberg requested SB action in response to the school’s decision to remove political campaign signs from the school lawn during the November 4th election. After several phone calls the signs were replaced, and it was agreed that the issue would be further discussed at the next School Board meeting.  Tara will attend the meeting to discuss the relevant statutes.

 

3.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ุ            AI 3a.  VLCT – Impact of Proposed State Highway Aid Cuts & Proposed Resolution; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 3b.  CAMA.NEMRC Disaster Recovery Service; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 3c.  ZBA appointment; SB discussed same.  Tabled until November 19th meeting.

 

4.      AI 4 - Correspondence

 

ุ            AI 4a.  The Department of Environmental Conservation wishes to inform the Zoning Administrator that recent legislation banned the sale of new neon-illuminated signs in Vermont.  SB asked that a copy be provided to Gary Gulka.

 

                               

ุ            AI 4b.  VLCT Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions (FACT) Act – Municipal utilities which extend credit as part of continued service have until May 1, 2009 to develop and implement a theft identity prevention program; SB discussed same.  Tabled until draft model policy is received.

ุ            AI 4c.  The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission provided their Regional 2008 plan, adopted September 9, 2008; SB discussed same.  SB asked that a copy be provided to Gary Gulka.

ุ            AI 4d.  Peacham Planning Commission – The SB received notice of the Peacham Planning Commission meeting involving properties bordering Cabot; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 4e.  RT 2 Reconstruction Filings.  Documents reviewed.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 4f.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 Filings.  Documents reviewed. No action taken.

 

 

5.                  Legal – No legal discussion.

 

6.                  Other Business

 

ุ            AI 6a.  A nomination has been made for the appointment of Town Auditor; SB discussed same.  Tabled until November 19th meeting.

ุ            AI 6b.  Caleb signed certifications for Justice of the Peace elected November 4, 2008.  JPs will begin their duties in February 2009.

 

7.                  AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

 MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

November 19, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on November 19, 2008 at
7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), and
Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                       

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

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ุ            AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of October 15, 2008 as written, and the minutes of November 5, 2008 with amendments; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment.

 

3.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ุ            AI 3a.  ZBA vacancies; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to appoint Ken Lehoe to the ZBA; Ted seconded. The appointment was approved unanimously.  Further appointments will be tabled until the next SB meeting, after having an opportunity to meet any nominees.

ุ            AI 3b.  VLCT FY10 dues have increased $.03 per capita, and $50 per municipality; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 3c.  VLCT Unemployment Insurance Premiums have increased 51% based on claims filed during the past four years by seasonal cemetery employees, although future claims have been mitigated by contracting the seasonal work; SB discussed same and asked that Tara research alternatives for this coverage.  Health insurance rates have also increased between 6-20% based on coverage type; SB discussed same and determined they were appropriate.

ุ            AI 3d.  Russell Graphics provides the parcel maps for Cabot.  The new two-year contract proposal is a 10-percent increase from the previous contract amount.  Tara expressed concerns with the accuracy of the maps, as some of the changes indicated were not made; SB discussed same and asked that Tara contact Russell Graphics to have all corrections made before a new contract is signed.

 

4.      AI 4 – Correspondence – No correspondence.

 

5.      AI 5 - Legal – No legal discussion.

 

6.                  Other Business

 

ุ            AI 6a.  Caleb asked if there has been any news on the Christopher property donation to the Town; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

7.                  AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

December 3, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on December 3, 2008 at
7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), William Walters, Tom Gardner from the Hardwick Gazette, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of November 19, 2008; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment.

 

ุ            AI 2a.  Bill Walters discussed the town website and projected costs for 2009; SB discussed same.  Bill will provide further information regarding website use.  Bill also asked if there has been any committed use for the Masonic Hall in 2009 and its possible use for various town committees; SB discussed same and determined that the hall would not be available as substantial work must be done.

 

  AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ุ            AI 3a.  Tara explained the options for Unemployment Insurance, which is currently paid to VLCT; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 3b.  Budget review; SB discussed same.

 

3.      AI 4 – Correspondence – No correspondence.

 

4.      AI 5 - Legal – No legal discussion.

 

5.                  Other Business

 

ุ            AI 6a.  Caleb mentioned that a title search is being conducted on the Christopher property; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

6.      AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

December 17, 2008

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on December 17, 2008 at
7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey (SB Vice Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Cathleen Maine, William Walters, Tom Gardner from the Hardwick Gazette, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                       

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Approval of Minutes.

 

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to postpone the approval of the minutes of December 3, 2008; Larry seconded; SB discussed same.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment – No public comment.

                                                                                                                                              

  AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ุ            AI 3a.  Cathleen Maine sought appointment to the Town Auditor position; SB discussed same.  Larry moved that Cathleen be appointed for the remainder of the 2011 term, replacing Diane Rossi; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 3b.  Budget review; SB discussed same.

 

3.      AI 4 – Correspondence – No SB correspondence.

 

4.      AI 5 - Legal – No legal discussion.

 

5.                  Other Business

 

ุ            AI 6a The Central Vermont Humane Society proposes a contract increase from $300 to $500 for 2009; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

6.      AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted: 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk