MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

January 7, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on January 7, 2009 at
7:00 p.m.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), William Walters, RD Eno, Jules & Kate Chatot, Mark & Bridge Codling, Ken Gokey, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                       

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

 

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

 

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to postpone the approval of minutes of December 3rd and 17th, 2008; Caleb seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment.

 

ุ            AI 2a.  The UDAG Committee has further questions regarding the $1,400 additional 2007 audit expense and base audit percentage reimbursed to the Town; SB discussed same.  RD asked if the UDAG funds could be audited separately, and if cycling auditing agencies is feasible?  Caleb said that as a Town owned fund, UDAG must be audited in conjunction with all Town funds, and that the current auditing firm should be kept for the next year for continuity due to the change in Town Treasurer appointments over the past year.  Caleb suggested RD contact the auditing firm to answer any remaining questions regarding the 2007 bill.

ุ            AI 2b.  Jules & Kate Chatot expressed concerns regarding the permit issued to Ronald Forant in November 2008, and feel the permit should be revoked for a misrepresentation made on the permit application; SB discussed same.  Caleb will speak with Carlton and will notify the Chatots’ of any change.

ุ            AI 2c.  Mark and Bridget Codling expressed concerns over the actions of Town Constable, Ken Gokey, while investigating the events of November 15th.  The Codlings feel that the constable demonstrated unprofessional conduct and made false and damaging statements while performing his duties, and request that the SB 1) publish a letter to all local newspapers retracting statements made by the constable, vindicating Mark’s actions; 2) require an additional bond for Town Constable; and 3) hold a Special Town Meeting to determine performance expectations and limit a Town Constable’s authority; SB discussed same.  All elected municipal officials are currently bonded for $500,000.  Caleb said that the SB is not prepared to issue a letter regarding the constable’s actions, asked that Tara investigate additional bonding, and suggested that a petition to limit constable authority could be submitted for the March Town Meeting, as a special meeting would be held within the same time frame and at additional expense.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

 

ุ            AI 3a.  The Equalized Education Property Value for FY 09 has been set at $155,881,000; and the coefficient of dispersion (COD) is 13.15%; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 3b.  Certificate of Highway Mileage.  Ted moved to table discussion until Larry can review the certificate; Caleb seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 3c.  2009 Tax Anticipation Note; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to approve and sign the note; Caleb seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ุ            2009 Budget; SB discussed same.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

 

ุ            A health complaint was received regarding Cabot property owners; SB discussed same.  Caleb will speak with Gary Gulka.

ุ            The Chiefs of Police Association is holding a luncheon; SB discussed same.

ุ            The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, on behalf of VAST, has requested a jurisdictional opinion from the District #7 Environmental Commission, and providing the Town with a copy of their filing.

 

5.   AI 5 - Legal.

 

ุ      The Rt.2 Construction and Cabot Creamery permit updates will be reviewed at the next SB meeting.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business

 

ุ            AI 6a.  Caleb mentioned that he received a complaint regarding fireworks set off on New Year’s Eve and a burn barrel being utilized in town. 

 

3.      AI 7 – Ted moved to adjourn the meeting; Caleb seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 11:35 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

January 15, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on January 15, 2009 at 7:00 pm

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Tom Gardner, Jules & Kate Chatot, Mark & Bridgette Codling, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to postpone the approval of minutes of December 3rd and 17th, 2008; Caleb seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of January 7, 2009; Caleb seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

4.      AI 2 – Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  Jules & Kate Chatot expressed concerns regarding the permit issued to Ronald Forant in November 2008, and feel the permit should be revoked for a misrepresentation made on the permit application and the lack of proper posting; SB discussed same.  Caleb will speak with Carlton and the Town attorney and will notify the Chatots’ of any change.

ุ            AI 2b.  Mark and Bridgette Codling presented proposed petition language for inclusion in the 2009 Warning; SB discussed same. Tara explained the purpose of additional bonding for a constable.  The SB requested that the petition be circulated and the required signatures obtained for inclusion in the 2009 Town Meeting Warning.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Certificate of Highway Mileage.  Ted moved to table discussion until Larry can review the certificate; Caleb seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 3b.  Montpelier Senior Activity Center appropriation request was presented to the SB for review; SB discussed same.  Appropriation request denied.

ุ            AI 3c.  2009 Budget; SB discussed same.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

ุ            AI 4a.  A health complaint was received regarding Cabot property owners; SB discussed same.  Caleb is keeping in contact with Gary Gulka on this issue.

 

5.   AI 5 - Legal.

ุ      AI 5a.  The Rt.2 Construction was reviewed by Ted.

ุ      AI 5b.  The Cabot Creamery permit update was discussed by SB.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business – There is no Other Business.

 

7.   AI 7 – Ted moved to adjourn the meeting; Caleb seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 11:12 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

January 21, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on January 21, 2009 at 7:00 pm

 

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

 

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

 

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

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of December 3rd and 17th, 2008; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Ted moved to postpone approval of the minutes of January 15, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

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

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Certificate of Highway Mileage; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to sign the certificate as received; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously; certificate signed by Larry.

ุ            AI 3b.  FSV Audit contract was reviewed; SB discussed same.  Ted moved that Caleb sign the contract; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously; contract signed by Caleb.

ุ            AI 3c.  Petitions for the 2009 Warning were received in the Town Clerk’s Office as of January 22, 2009; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that the Town attorney review the proposed petitions.

ุ            AI 3d.  2009 Budget; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that an information meeting regarding the proposed increase of wastewater fees is scheduled for the next SB Meeting on February 11th, 2009.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

ุ            AI 4a.  A health complaint was received regarding Cabot property owners; SB discussed same.  Caleb is still keeping in contact with Gary Gulka on this issue.

ุ            AI 4b.  Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission Housing Distribution Plan; SB discussed same.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – No legal issues.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business – No other business.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

February 11, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on February 11, 2009 at
7:00 pm to discuss the proposed Wastewater Fee increase.

 

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

 

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

 

William Walters asked for the current wastewater user fee, which is a yearly base fee of $660 per ERU or $165 per quarter.  Caleb asked if there were any additional public comments; Tara was asked to express the opinion of Jennie Gilbert, who could not attend but feels the increase is unnecessary and has come too soon on the heels of the previous one.  The SB would like to convey their appreciation for Mrs. Gilbert’s comments.  Larry moved to adjourn the informational meeting; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  The informational meeting adjourned at 7:07 pm.

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on February 11, 2009 at
7:00 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

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

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of January 15th and 21st, 2009 with amendments; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Ted moved to postpone approval of the minutes of January 30, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

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

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a(a).  Proposed Wastewater Fee Increase – Larry moved to set the wastewater fees for 2009 at $700 per ERU; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Caleb requested that Tara send an informational mailing to all wastewater users, mentioning another increase is likely for 2010.

ุ            AI 3a(b).  The Cabot Creamery would like to thank the Town of Cabot and its residents for their continued patience, time, and support.  The 90th anniversary celebration of the Cabot Creamery is scheduled for June 13, 2009; further exhibit and event details will be discussed.  An estimated 1,200 people attended last year’s event.

ุ            AI 3a(c).  Russell Graphics Town Map Contract; signatures required.  Caleb would like to postpone approval until Town Meeting.

ุ            AI 3b.  Central Vermont Humane Society.  The Town received a letter from the Humane Society stating that it would no longer accept stray animals from Cabot residents, or animals from our Animal Control Officer, unless the contract is signed; SB discussed same.  The contract amount increased from $300 to $500 for 2009.  Larry moved to sign and pay the requested; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously, albeit reluctantly.

ุ            AI 3c.  Central Vermont Solid Waste Board appointment; signatures required.  Caleb would like to postpone appointment until Town Meeting.

ุ            AI 3d.  Washington County Sheriff Department contract renewal; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to sign the 2009 contract; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously and the contract was signed.

ุ            AI 3e.  Budget; SB discussed same.  Ted moved that the budget pass with amendments; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

ุ            AI 4a.  Graves Builders; SB reviewed letter.

ุ            AI 4b.  Lamoille County Rail Trail; SB reviewed documents.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – No legal issues.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 6a.  The Library has requested a $1,200 advance in their 2009 appropriation to cover expected February bills; SB discussed same.  SB approved appropriation request.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

February 25, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on February 25, 2009 at

7:00 pm. for a public hearing to discuss the 2009 Town Report.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Larry Gochey, RD Eno, Mark Codling, Charles Codling, Paul Stucker, Sandy Schmitt, William Walters, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

RD Eno gave an overview of the 2009 UDAG grant requests.  Paul Stucker asked for an explanation of the $17,841.85 UDAG request from the Cabot Emergency Ambulance Service; RD responded that it was a device that enabled communication with the hospital while en route for advanced treatment preparation and immediate treatment.  As with the school request, any grant that meets the scope of the UDAG plan is put before the Cabot voters at Town Meeting.  Sandy asked about the necessity of the constable articles; Mark explained. Caleb suggested that Articles 9 and 10 be discussed in conjunction, as they are closely related.  RD asked why the audit report isn’t in the Town Report if the school’s was available; Caleb explained that the school is on a fiscal year budget, allowing more time for the audit.  RD asked for the estimated tax rate; Caleb responded that there would be an estimated five-percent increase to cover the budget and 2.5-cent to retire the 2008 deficit.  RD asked for a Willey Building expense breakout; Caleb responded.  RD suggested that the payments to the Solid Waste District hold a separate line item on the profit and loss; Tara responded that it could be done.  RD asked about the Masonic Hall expenses; Caleb responded.  RD asked about the UNICEL fees; Caleb responded.  RD suggested that the UDAG Fund has a line item in the Balance Sheet; Caleb explained that it is separate from the General and Highway Funds, like the Wastewater Fund. RD asked why we did not show depreciation on equipment; Caleb explained that we would need to establish a capital budget, which would allow for depreciation and impact fees.  RD asked about UDAG loans to the Wastewater Fund; Caleb responded.  Larry moved to adjourn the public hearing; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  The public hearing adjourned at 7:49 pm.

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on February 25, 2009 at

7:50 pm.

 

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

ุ            AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of February 11, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Ted moved to postpone approval of the minutes of January 30, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

7.      AI 2 – Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  Bill Walters announced that the Cabot Chronicle is celebrating its 1st anniversary and asked that the paper be included as a newspaper of record; SB discussed same.  SB will further consider the request; no action taken.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Liquor License Applications; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to sign the certificates as received; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously; certificates signed.

ุ            AI 3b.  Bridge Inspection Report; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to sign the report; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously; report signed.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

ุ            AI 4a.  RT 2 Reconstruction updates; SB discussed same. 

ุ            AI 4b.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 Permit updates; SB discussed same.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – No legal issues.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 5a.  Caleb mentioned that Gary Gulka has resigned from the Planning Commission and as Health Officer effective Town Meeting Day.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 10:52 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

March 9, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on March 9, 2009 at
7:00 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

1.      Agenda Item (AI) 1 – Public Comment.

ุ            AI 1a.  William Walters asked if the Selectboard would appoint the Cabot Chronicle and Cabot website as official news sources in conjunction with the Hardwick Gazette; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

2.   AI 2 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 2a.  Local property; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 2b.  Velma White has offered her resignation as Assistant Town Clerk and Treasurer; SB discussed same.  Tara expressed appreciation for her guidance and well wishes for her future endeavors.  No action taken.

 

3.   AI 3 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 3a.  Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District Board Supervisor Appointment; SB Discussed same.  Ted moved to reappoint RD Eno; Larry seconded.  Appointment approved unanimously.

ุ            AI 3b.  Russell Graphics Town Map Contract; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to sign the two year contract; Larry seconded.  Contract signed by Caleb.

ุ            AI 3c.  RD Eno presented the Willey Building Committee’s requests for approval to spend up to $2,600 to place doors in the Willey Building stairwell to prevent heat loss through unused space; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that the committee abide the budgeted $1,500 appropriation for that project by using existing unused doors, but would allow up to $2,600 if that is not possible and new doors must be created.

 

4.   AI 4 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson

Cabot Town Clerk

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

March 18, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on March 18, 2009 at
7:00 pm.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Ted Domey (SB Clerk), Larry Gochey, William Walters, Connie Koeller, Tom Gardner, Alyson Joyal, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of January 30th, February 25th, March 3rd, and March 9, 2009 with amendments; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

 

3.      AI 2 - Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  William Walters asked updated the Selectboard on the website public information page; SB discussed same.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Library Budget warning; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to approve the Warning for the Special Town Meeting as amended; Ted seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

ุ            AI 3b.  Appointment of a Wastewater Superintendent; SB discussed same.  Caleb moved that Larry Gochey be appointed; Ted seconded.  Appointment approved.

ุ            AI 3c.  Road Commissioner salary; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to set the Road Commissioner salary at $10,000 per year; Caleb seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  VLCT Cabot Detail Loss Report for 2008; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

o             AI 4b.  Environmental Conservation – Draft General Permit; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 6a.  Signature cards – To add Tara Rogerson to the Cemetery Fund accounts; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to approve signature card; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  To increase limit for Town credit card; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to increase credit card limit to $2,000; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 6b.  Act 250 questionnaire; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 6c.  Facility Rental Use agreement.  Revised agreement presented; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 6d.  Ted moved that the Selectboard enter into executive session for the purpose of discuss personnel issues; Larry seconded.  No discussion; motion passed unanimously and SB entered executive session at 8:22 p.m.  Caleb ended executive session at 9:32 p.m.

ุ            AI 6e.  Library Committee; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to appoint Paula Davidson and Margaret Trautz to the Library Committee; Larry seconded.  Appointments approved unanimously.

 

4.   AI 4 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

April 1, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on April 1, 2009 at
7:00 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Tara asked to table approval of the minutes of March 18, 2009 until April 15, 2009.

 

5.      AI 2 - Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  William Walters asked for an update of the property transfer; SB discussed same.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Wastewater ordinance will be postponed until the next meeting.

ุ            AI 3b.  Development Review Board – Gary Gulka has information on a grant to run a feasibility study on a Cabot Development Review Board; SB discussed same.  Further discussion is postponed until after the VLCT workshop on this matter is attended.

ุ            AI 3c.  Annual Financial Plan Update; signature required.  More information is necessary before completion.

ุ            AI 3d.  Attorney opinion on property donation to Town; SB discussed same.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  Welters Act 250 permit; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

o             AI 4b.  Cabot Creamery Act 250 permit; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 6a.  Caleb mentioned that we might want appoint an individual to evaluation the effectiveness of Town committee services; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 6b.  Willey Building doors are being installed to lessen heat loss through the auditorium; SB discussed same.

 

4.   AI 4 – Ted moved to adjourn the meeting; Larry seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson,

Cabot Town Clerk MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

April 15, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on April 15, 2009 at
7:00 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of March 18 and April 1, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

                                                                                                                          

7.      AI 2 - Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  Lori Augustyniak is applying for a Federal grant to support and expand the Cabot mentoring program and requests a letter of support from the Select Board; SB discussed same.  SB signed unanimously.  Lori talked about future hopes to draw visitors to the Cabot Creamery into the Cabot business district; SB discussed same.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Special Town Meeting Warning; SB discussed same.  Larry moved the meeting be scheduled for May 14, 2009 at 8:00 at the Cabot School Gym; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously and Warning was signed.

ุ            AI 3b.  Annual Financial Plan Update for the Agency of Transportation; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to sign plan; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously and signed.

ุ            AI 3c.  Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission appointment of Richard Payne was made on March 2, 2009 at the SB special meeting. 

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  Charter Communications; SB discussed same.  Tara will contact attorneys for opinion.

o             AI 4b.  General dog complaint from the Cabot Commons about dogs roaming in the vicinity and in town frightening Common residents; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 6a.  Caleb mentioned Ann Cookson was appointed as the School District UDAG committee, leaving a position vacant; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to appoint Cathleen Maine to fill vacancy; Ted seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

ุ            AI 6b.  Carlton mentioned that changes in the NEMRC database and through PVR have lowered the property values in Cabot by approximately $270,000; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ            AI 6c.  Caleb asked Tara draft a deed and PTR for donated property.

 

4.   AI 4 – 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

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

May 6, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on May 6, 2009 at
7:00 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Tara asked to table approval of the minutes of April 15 until the next meeting.

                                                                                                                          

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

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Wastewater Ordinance; Caleb asked to postpone until Larry is present. 

ุ            AI 3b.  Budget; Caleb asked to postpone until Larry is present.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  Sousa – No action taken.

o             AI 4b.  Rt. 2 Reconstruction – No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 6a.  The Creamery has asked to run a banner across the main street for their celebration in June; SB discussed same.  Caleb moved to allow placing the banner two weeks prior the event, to be taken down the day after; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 6b.  Junkyard License; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to renew junkyard license; Caleb seconded.  Motion passed unanimously and signed.

 

4.   AI 4 – Ted moved to adjourn the meeting; Caleb seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson,

Cabot Town Clerk

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

May 19, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on May 19, 2009 at 7 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of April 15 and May 6, 2009; Larry seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

                                                                                                                          

11.  AI 2 - Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  Bill Walters expressed interest for the Cabot Coalition and other groups to participate in fundraising events during the Cabot Creamery Dairy Festival on June 13, 2009 and request use of the Fire Department facilities; SB discussed same.  Caleb and Ted suggested that they contact Walter Bothfeld, Jr., Chief of the FD, and organizers from the Creamery.  Bill also asked if a coin drop would be permissible; Caleb replied that it was not.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Signature cards for Linda at Wachovia Bank; SB discussed same.  Ted moved to approve the signature cards; Larry seconded.  No discussion.  Motion passed unanimously and signed.

ุ            AI 3b.  Draft Wastewater Ordinance revisions were presented, eliminating the Board of Wastewater Commissions and transferring responsibilities to the Cabot Select Board; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that Tara research ordinance adoption.

ุ            AI 3c.  Tara presented the current budget numbers; SB discussed same.  No action.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  Sousa – No action taken.

o             AI 4b.  Rt. 2 Reconstruction – No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 6a.  It was suggested to appoint Jennifer Persons to fill the Health Officer vacancy; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that she attend the next SB meeting.

 

7.   AI 7 – Ted moved to adjourn the meeting; Larry seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

June 2, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on June 2, 2009 at 7 pm.

 

Attending were:  Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Jennifer Persons, Mike Cookson, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Caleb asked to table approval of the minutes of April 15 and May 19 until the next meeting.

                                                                                                                          

13.  AI 2 - Public Comment.

ุ            AI 2a.  Jennifer Persons has expressed interest in becoming the Cabot Health Officer and assisting in the upcoming dog survey; SB discussed same.  Appointment as Health Office will be warned for the next SB meeting.  Caleb moved that Jennifer assist Jo Guertin with the dog survey; Larry seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

ุ            AI 2b.  Mike Cookson disputes property lines designated in surveys prepared for the Willey Building property, also showing Mike’s surrounding properties, the Cabot Garage and the vacant lot on the corner, following the placement of a watering tub on the disputed property; SB discussed same.  Mike stated that, per Carlton Domey’s suggestion, he performed immediate site work at the vacant lot by filling in the foundation to reserve a building permit.  Caleb suggested that Mike contact Carlton to inquire as to whether the Zoning Ordinance requires a variance, and to have an independent survey done of his properties to see if they correlate with the surveys on record.  At that time any discrepancies would be discussed.  Mike agreed that the tub could remain until this issue is resolved if it is moved closer to the sidewalk.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Wastewater Budget - United Water.  New owners have adjusted payment due dates, necessitating an additional unbudgeted payment for 2009; SB discussed same.

ุ            AI 3b.  Identity Theft Policy – A draft red flag policy has been provided by the VLCT to help prevent identity theft for new residents requesting town services; SB discussed same.  While Caleb doesn’t believe this applies to our municipality, the town should institute the policy.

ุ            AI 3c.  Dog Warrant reminder letters had a good response; from 67 delinquent dog owners for 2008, there are currently eleven; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to sign the 2009 Dog Warrant; Caleb seconded.  SB approved motion unanimously and signed warrant.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  Sousa – No action taken.

o             AI 4b.  Rt. 2 Reconstruction – No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business – There is no other business.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Caleb seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

June 16, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on June 2, 2009 at 7 pm.

 

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

 

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

 

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

a.             AI 1a.  Caleb moved to approve the minutes of May 19, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Caleb asked to table approval of the minutes of June 2 until the next meeting.

                                                                                                                          

15.  AI 2 - Public Comment.

 

3.   AI 3 – Administrative Duties.

ุ            AI 3a.  Larry moved to approve the adoption of revisions to the wastewater ordinance; Caleb seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 3b.  Jennifer Persons asked to be considered for the position of Cabot Health Officer; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to appoint Jennifer as the Town Health Officer; Caleb seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ุ            AI 3c.  State Surplus property application would provide additional resources for purchasing used equipment; signatures required.  SB discussed same.  Larry moved that Caleb sign the surplus property application; Caleb seconded.  Motion passed unanimously and application was signed.

ุ            AI 3d.  2010 Municipal Park and Ride Grant Program; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

4.   AI 4 – Correspondence.

o             AI 4a.  Act 250 – Cabot Creamery – No action taken.

o             AI 4b.  Sousa Silo – No action taken.

 

5.   AI 5 – Legal – There is no legal business.

 

6.   AI 6 - Other Business.

ุ            AI 5a.  Jim Brimblecomb, United Water Chief Operator for the Cabot wastewater treatment plant, reports that there is a leakage problem with the membranes, which are soon reaching the end of life expectancy.  New, membranes cost $5,000 each, but they were able to find used ones being dismantled from a water plant for $1,000 each.  The replacements would be two years old, but we must place a purchase order to lock in the price, also giving us the option to cancel the contract by the beginning of September. SB discussed same and request that Tara submit a purchase order for (18) membrane modules.

ุ            AI 5b.  Handicapped sign stolen on Rt. 215 North; SB discussed same.  Larry is offering a $300 reward for any information leading to the return of the sign.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Caleb seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

July 14, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on July 14, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, Carlton Domey, Walter (Rusty) Churchill, Paula Davidson, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of June 2 and June 16, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

 

2.      AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Rusty Churchill approached the Selectboard with a list of equipment that could be sold to increase Highway Department revenue and repairs that need to be made to the Town Garage.  He also requested that the Cabot School buses obtain fuel at a different location; SB discussed same.  Caleb asked that Tara send a letter to Chris Tormey to end bus refueling at the Garage, and that Rusty bring these suggestions during budget planning in November.

 

3.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Paula discussed the Cabot Library Trustees request to have the bookkeeping transferred to the Cabot Treasurer’s Office; SB discussed same.  Larry moved that the bookkeeping for the Cabot Library be done by the Cabot Town Treasurer; Ted seconded.  No further discussion motion, passed unanimously.

ุ      AI 3b.  The final 2008 audit has been received; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 3c.  Tara and Carlton presented the proposed 2009 Tax Rate; SB discussed same.  Larry Gochey moved to approve the tax rate as proposed; Ted seconded.  No further discussion, motion passed unanimously.

ุ      AI 3d. VTrans Transportation Enhancements Grant; Larry will investigate further.

ุ      AI 3e.  The Town is still being charged for the sawmill bridge construction, which was completed last year; SB discussed same.  Per SB no further payments are to be made.

 

4.      AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  Legislative Wrap-up provided by VLCT; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 4b.  Forest Legacy Program; SB discussed same.  Information to be provided to Roland Payne.

                                                                           

5.      AI 5 – Legal.  There is no legal business.

 

6.      AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  UDAG fund accounts signor card; SB discussed same.  Larry resolved to direct the UDAG Committee Chair to add the Assistant Town Treasurer to the Union Bank accounts; Ted seconded.  No further discussion, Resolution passed unanimously.

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

August 5, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on August 5, 2009 at 7 pm.

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

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Tara requested to table the minutes of July 14, 2009; no discussion. 

 

8.      AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Gary Gulka offered his letter of resignation as Cabot Health Officer; SB discussed same and accepted resignation.  Gary has received a Municipal Education Grant from the Department of Housing and Community Affairs to reimburse the Town for Development Review Board training expenses ; SB discussed same.  The Town has also received new flood maps from FEMA and must adopt flood hazard bylaws which meet minimum FEMA standards; SB discussed same.  The SB requested that the Zoning Administrator alert effected property owners that are in flood zones and inform them of their appeal rights and the grandfathering rules.

 

9.      AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Marshall & Swift cost tables are necessary for the Lister’s office duties and require SB approval prior to payment; SB discussed same.  Ted moved that the approval letter is signed; Larry seconded.  Motion approved unanimously and Caleb signed.

ุ      AI 3b.  Washington Electric Cooperative easement request; Larry will investigate further before signing.

ุ      AI 3c.  Johannes Welters has submitted a Wastewater Application for Capacity Allocation for 3.5 ERU; SB discussed same. Larry moved to approve the capacity allocation for 2.5 ERU, valid for one year from date of approval; Ted seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.  The additional ERU will not be allocated as a reserve to their existing septic system, but Welters may apply in the future if it becomes necessary.

ุ      AI 3d.  VLCT Annual Business Meeting will be held on October 1, 2009; Ted will be the Cabot delegate attending.

 

10.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  Cabot Creamery Noise Study; no discussion.

 

11.  AI 5 – Legal.  There is no legal business.

 

12.  AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  The Elm Street Cemetery was vandalized, with approximately 25 headstones overturned and/or broken; SB discussed same.  Larry moved that a $500 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the vandalism; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

September 2, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on September 2, 2009 at 7 pm.

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

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of July 14 and August 5, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

                                                                  

14.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Will Walters provided an update on website activity; SB discussed same. No action.

 

15.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Tara provided the SB the current budget activity; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

16.  AI 4 – Correspondence – There is no correspondence.

 

17.  AI 5 – Legal.  There is no legal business.

 

18.  AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  Larry updated the SB on the proposed new wastewater hook up; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 6b.  SB discussed Village trustee situation; no action taken.

ุ      AI 6c.  Gary Gulka discussed the proposed flood hazard ordinance and requested that the SB consider approving an assistant to the Planning Commission and Zoning Administrator; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

 

Caleb requested the SB enter into executive session to discuss a personnel matter; Ted seconded.  The SB entered executive session at 8:27 pm; ended executive session at 8:36.  No action taken.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

September 16, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on September 2, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, William Walters, Rose Ksepka, Ashley Ackerman, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of September 2, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

                                                                  

20.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Ashley and Rose spoke regarding an incident between Ken Gokey and Rose’s minor son, and requested more information about town funding for the constable, whether the SB can take disciplinary action, and whether he attended the required constable training for law enforcement; SB discussed same.  Caleb explained that the SB cannot discipline town officials, but can discuss this matter further with Ken.  Caleb asked that Tara request that Ken attend the next SB meeting.  Ted moved that Rose and Ashley’s letters to the SB be entered into the meeting minutes; Larry seconded.  Motion passed.

 

21.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties - No administrative duties.

 

22.  AI 4 – Correspondence –No correspondence.

 

23.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

24.  AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  The Cabot Fire Department has proposed implementing regulations for permits, including building standards and site inspections of construction, before issuing certificates of occupancy; SB discussed same.  Caleb questioned whether the State has granted this authority to the FD and asked that the Chiefs attend the next SB meeting.

ุ      AI 6b.  SB discussed proposal for Masonic Hall use.

ุ      AI 6c.  SB discussed proposed flood hazard regulation; will discuss at further length at the next meeting.

 

7.   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

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

October 7, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on October 7, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, William Walters, Gary Gulka, Carlton Domey, Dean Deasy, Chip Taylor, Walter Bothfeld, Jr., Andy Luce, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of September 16, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

                                                                  

26.  AI 2 – Public Comment - No public comment

 

27.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Tabled until arrival of Ken Gokey.

ุ      AI 3b.  The Cabot Fire Department proposed the incorporation of NFPA building regulations into the Zoning Regulations as a proactive means to ensure that accessible buildings are constructed in the community; SB discussed same.  The SB will continue to establish a working Planning Commission who can take these recommendations into consideration.  SB will discuss resolution to set Planning Commission voting membership at the next regularly scheduled meeting of October 21, 2009.

ุ      AI 3c.  The proposed Flood Hazard Regulations were reviewed; SB discussed same.  Gary will make further inquiries whether a Certificate of Occupancy is required.  No action taken.

 

28.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  The ZBA wrote in support of creating a Cabot Development Review Board.  SB will discuss further once a viable Planning Commission is established.

 

29.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

30.  AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  The Cabot Creamery has requested the installation of signs on all roads entering Cabot restricting the use of jake brakes between the hours of 6pm and 6am, with the expense paid for by the Creamery; SB discussed same.  Larry will follow up.

 

Larry moved to enter Executive Session to discuss personnel issues; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Tara and Ken Gokey remained to attend Executive Session. Entered Executive Session at 8:16pm; Caleb ended Executive Session at 8:30pm.  No action taken.

 

Ted moved to enter Executive Session to discuss real estate transaction where premature public knowledge will place the town at a substantial disadvantage.  Tara remained to attend Executive Session.  Entered Executive Session at 8:30pm; Caleb ended Executive Session at 8:55pm.  No action taken.

 

ุ      AI 6b.  Tara will advertise the Lister position vacancy.

 

7.   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

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

October 21, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on October 21, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, William Walters, RD Eno, Jefferson Tolman, Jim Brimblecombe, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of October 7, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

                                                                  

32.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Jim Brimblecombe reported that the membranes for the Wastewater plant have not come through, but are expected.  He has made inquiries into installing capacitors for the electrical meters, possibly reducing the yearly electrical expense by $3,000 per year, with a 13-month payback at an initial cost of $3,000.  He also mentioned the possibility of the Town purchasing wholesale power for all municipal buildings.  Caleb requested a contract proposal from United Water for wastewater and water operations.  Jefferson Tolman presented the yearly compensation adjustment contract, requesting an increase of 2%, or $816.16, for a total of $41,624.16; SB discussed same.  Larry requested a decrease to 1.5%; Jefferson agreed.  Larry moved to approve a 1.5% increase in the United Water operations contract; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion approved unanimously.

(AI 4b.)  Jim brought to the attention of the SB a recent notice from the VLCT regarding an Environmental Court order to vacate the Montpelier wastewater treatment system permit renewal; the appeal is pending in the Supreme Court.  This may have an immediate impact on Cabot, whose permit must be renewed in December. 

 

33.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  RD Eno reported on the financial crisis of the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District (CVSWMD) and their plans to implement a fee for the collection of recycling and possibly close station depots in February 2010; SB discussed same.  Caleb requested that RD relay the Cabot SB sentiment that the District continue operations and charge the necessary fees to cover remain solvent.

ุ      AI 3b.  The SB discussed reducing the Planning Commission from seven to five members. Larry moved to approve a Resolution to that effect; Ted seconded.  Resolution that the Cabot Planning Commission consist of five members passed unanimously.

ุ      AI 3c.  Larry Gochey moved that Jeanne Johnson fill the remainder of the UDAG Committee member elected term expiring 2010; Caleb seconded.  No discussion, motion to appoint Jeanne Johnson to the UDAG Committee approved unanimously.

 

34.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  The VLCT Health Trust Meeting will be held in November; SB discussed same and asked that Linda Lemay-Richard attend and report on the meeting.

 

35.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

36.  AI 6 – Other Business.  No other business.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:02 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted: Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

November 18, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on Nov. 18, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, William Walters, Carl Bean, Ed Fox, Bill Cobb, Diane Klingler, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

 

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of October 21, 2009 as modified; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Minutes of November 4th tabled until next meeting.

                                                                  

38.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Bill Cobb and Diane Klingler described the food distribution program, organized by Faith in Action and currently hosted in the Cabot United Church basement, and a proposal to rent and renovate the first floor of the Masonic Hall for these purposes.  Larry questioned the need for handicapped accessible facilities; Caleb established that all utilities would be paid by Faith in Action and questioned whether any religious activities would take place on the premises; SB discussed same.  Caleb moved to tentatively commit $4,700 toward the renovation project and further discuss proposal when provided a breakout of estimated renovation costs; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed 2 to 1 - Ted and Caleb, Yes; Larry, No.

ุ      AI 2b.  Village Trustees and SB discussed the benefits and drawbacks of merging the Town and Village of Cabot; Ed suggested an exploratory committee to establish the economic feasibility of a merger.  Trustees will attend December 16th meeting.

 

39.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  The amended United Water wastewater contract was reviewed by SB and signed.

ุ      AI 3b.  The Flood Hazard Regulations and Planning Commission nominations is tabled until December 1st meeting.

 

40.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  The VLCT Hazard Identification Survey was discussed by SB; no action taken.

ุ      AI 4b.  The Veteran’s Exemption letter from Mr. Lertola was discussed by SB; no action taken.

 

41.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

42.  AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  The Cabot Commons has phoned in a complaint for two menacing dogs at the bottom of Glinka Road and Whittier Hill Road.  Tara will contact potential owners.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted: Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

December 1, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on December 1, 2009 at 7 pm.

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

                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:25 p.m.

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of November 4, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Minutes of November 18th tabled until next meeting.

                                                                  

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

 

45.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Gary Gulka presented additional information regarding the certificate of occupancy for the proposed interim floodplain bylaw; SB discussed same.  Warning for public hearing to be held on January 20, 2010.

ุ      AI 3b.  Gary has placed ads for the planning commission assistant position; SB discussed same.  Caleb suggested that members of the committee should be appointed at the December 16th meeting and should meet to review assistant applications.

ุ      AI 3c.  Tara presented preliminary budget numbers; SB reviewed same.  No action taken.

 

46.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  The Central Vermont Humane Society annual contract; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 4b.  Central Vermont Economic Development building vacancy advertisement; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

                                                                                                         

47.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

48.  AI 6 – Other Business

ุ      AI 6a.  It has been questioned whether the practice of mailing of the Town Report could end, instead making it available for pickup at designated locations; SB discussed same.  Tara was asked to contact the Secretary of State for necessary procedure.

ุ      AI 6b.  Wastewater ERUs billed to Welters discussed by SB and modified; Tara will send revised bill. +

 

Larry moved to enter Executive Session to discuss the details of a lease contract, where premature public knowledge would place the municipality at a disadvantage; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Tara remained to attend Executive Session. Entered Executive Session at 8:50 p.m.; Caleb ended Executive Session at 9:30pm.  No action taken.

 

7.   AI 7 – Larry moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted: Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

 

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

December 16, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on December 16, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, Carl Bean, Gary Gulka, RD Eno, William Cobb, and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                                                                                             

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

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Larry moved to approve the minutes of November 18 and December 1, 2009; Ted seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

                                                                  

50.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  Bill Cobb submitted additional information toward his proposal to rent the Masonic Hall; SB reviewed and discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 2b.  RD Eno reported the standing of the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District (CVSWMD) and the likely necessity of locating alternative means of disposing of town waste; SB discussed same.  Larry moved that RD contact the Northeast Kingdom and Lamoille Waste Management Districts to find a practical alternative; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

51.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Gary Gulka presented a list of interested planning committee members; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to appoint Gary Gulka, Dale Newton, Tara Rogerson and Lars Torres to the planning committee; Ted seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ุ      AI 3b.  Highway structures program would provide a reimbursement to the Town for exploratory bridge work done; SB discussed same and signed request for reimbursement.

ุ      AI 3c.  Budget - tabled until meeting of December 30, 2009.  No action taken.

                                                                                 

52.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  ESGR Statement of Support - tabled until meeting of December 30, 2009.  No action taken.

                                                                                                         

53.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

54.  AI 6 – Other Business.  No other business.

 

7.   AI 7 – Caleb moved to adjourn the meeting; Ted seconded. No discussion, motion passed unanimously.  Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted: Tara Rogerson, Cabot Town Clerk

MINUTES OF THE CABOT SELECTBOARD (SB)

December 30, 2009

 

The Cabot Board of Selectpersons did meet as warned at the Willey Building on December 30, 2009 at 7 pm.

Attending were: Caleb Pitkin (SB Chair), Larry Gochey, Ted Domey, Carl Bean, RD Eno, William Cobb, William Walters and Tara Rogerson (Town Clerk & Treasurer).

                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Caleb called the meeting to order at 7:11 p.m.

 

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

ุ      AI 1a.  Ted moved to approve the minutes of December 16, 2009; Larry seconded.  No discussion, motion passed unanimously. 

                                                                  

56.  AI 2 – Public Comment

ุ      AI 2a.  RD Eno presented letters to the Northeast Kingdom and Lamoille Regional Solid Waste Management Districts; SB discussed same.  Caleb signed letters of interest. 
RD presented revisions to the UDAG Plan for discussion Town Meeting; SB discussed same.  Caleb will present additional suggestions for UDAG Plan prior to approval.
RD asked whether a petition submitted to the SB requesting the Legislature deny approval of the Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant renewal application would be included in the Town Meeting Warning; Caleb said it is not the policy of the SB to deny or approve petitions prior to formal submittal.
RD requested SB approval to except Thistle Hill and Whittier Hill Roads for ATV use; SB discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 2b.  Bill Cobb reviewed proposed rental contract for the use of the Masonic Hall by Faith in Action; SB reviewed and discussed same.  Ted moved to approve the rental agreement as amended; Larry seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

57.  AI 3 – Administrative Duties

ุ      AI 3a.  Liquor License for the Searles Village Store; SB discussed same.  Larry moved to approve the permit; Ted seconded.  Signed by all members of the SB.

ุ      AI 3b.  Budget - tabled until meeting of January 6, 2010.  No action taken.

                                                                                 

58.  AI 4 – Correspondence

ุ      AI 4a.  ESGR Statement of Support; SB discussed same.  Tara will submit support form.

ุ      AI 4b.  VTrans Paving Schedule; SB discussed same.  Larry will contact AOT.

ุ      AI 4c.  PACIF Grant Funding Program; SB discussed same and will review.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 4d.  Washington County proposed budget FY10; SB reviewed and discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 4e.  Property Valuation and Review CLA; SB reviewed and discussed same.  No action taken.

ุ      AI 4f.  Elm Research Institute inquired about additional purchases of Liberty Elm trees; SB discussed same.  Tara will forward information to Roland Payne.

                                                                                                         

59.  AI 5 – Legal.  No legal business.

 

60.  AI 6 – Other Business.  No other business.

 

7.   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