PRESENT:   

Selectboard:   Gary Katz, Todd Lawley, Frank Suponski, Christopher Williams, Dennis Wiswall

Also Present:  Martha Distelberg, Maureen Albert-Piascik, Ed Druke, Gunther Garbe, Virginia Grabowski, Richard Hickey, Win Clark, David Thurber, Brian Siano, Fred  Cheney

1.                 CALL TO ORDER

2.                  

 Gary Katz, Chair called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

2.         MINUTES

A motion was made by Todd Lawley and seconded by Christopher Williams to approve the minutes of April 1, 2010 as presented. The motion carried unanimously.

3.         FINANCIAL REPORT

Maureen Albert-Piascik, Treasurer was present to discuss the financial status of the Town, noting that she will be moving the Reappraisal fund monies into a 2 year C.D. to gain some interest. She briefly discussed the financial reports that have been submitted to the Selectboard.

At this point in time, the agenda was amended to allow Win Clark, Representative to Rescue, Inc. to speak. He gave an update on Rescue, Inc.’s status. He noted that times have been difficult for Rescue, Inc. financially, but they’ve been going along. Rescue, Inc. also received some awards. Gary Katz asked about the equalization of towns’ appropriations.

4.         ZONING DICUSSION

Richard Dudman was present to discuss a zoning issue with the Selectboard. Richard noted that the portion of the Zoning that is in violation is not the operation of a Flea Market, but rather the number of signs that are allowed; as well as expansion of business, being a year-round storage facility. Discussion ensued as to what is grandfathered in the Flea Market and what is not. Also, discussion ensued regarding what the Selectboard’s authority is.

Gary reiterated the situation and questioned whether the board would choose to insert themselves into the situation.  The consensus of the board was that Richard should pursue negotiations with regard to the signs on the property and to determine whether a secondary business is running from that property or not, and if there is, whoever’s business it is, needs to be in compliance.

5. ROAD BUSINESS

Road Foreman’s Report: See attached report.

A motion was made by Frank Suponski and seconded by Todd Lawley to approve trading gravel from Mike Fitzpatrick for chloriding the road to the gravel pit. The motion carried unanimously.

Christopher Williams noted that the accesses that were approved at the last meeting are not installed in accordance with Newfane’s rules, and raised some drainage questions. Todd will speak with Mike Fitzpatrick about the concerning accesses.

Excess Weight Permits:

Bazin Brothers: Application received requested 60,000 lbs., 69,000 lbs., 80,000 lbs., and 90,000 lbs. A motion was made by Todd and seconded by Dennis Wiswall to approve the permit, pending payment. The motion carried unanimously.

Wright Maintenance: Application received requested 99,000 lbs., 69,000 lbs., and 52,000 lbs. A motion was made by Dennis Wiswall and seconded by Frank Suponski to approve the permit as requested. The motion carried unanimously.

Winchester Stables: Application received requested 67,020 lbs. A motion was made by Frank Suponski and seconded by Todd Lawley to approve as requested. The motion carried unanimously.

Roadside Mowing BIDS

The Roadside Mowing Bids were opened by Gary Katz and were read into the record as follows:

Bid received from M&M Excavating:

60 HP tractor with 6’ offset mower: $60.00 per hour with operator.

90 HP tractor with over-rail boom mower - $72.00 per hour with operator.

Bid Received from Chris Lowe:

$50.00 per hour or a total cost of $6,800.00 for both Newfane and Brookline. No over the rail included.  This would be broken down as $5,400.00 for Newfane and $1,400.00 Brookline

Bid Received from Bruce A. Orchitt, d/b/a Orchitt Mowing:

Newfane: 129 miles, with over-the-rail – 86 hours @ $87.50 per hour = $7,525

Brookline: 40 miles, with over-the-rail – 25 hours @ $87.50 per hour = $2,187.50

Total bid = $9,712.50.

Bid received from O’Maple Services of Vermont

Town of Newfane: 2 passes on 64.45 miles & landfill           $10,695.00

Town of Brookline: 2 passes on 17 miles                               $2,760.00

Awarding of the Roadside Mowing Bid was tabled until the next meeting, pending recommendation from the Road Foreman.

PAVING BIDS

Springfield Paving:   Paving                          109,410.00 – estimated 1400 tons

                                    Side Dressing              3,000.00

                                    Hourly Rate                 400.00/hour

                                    TOTAL COST:           112,410.00 – 78.15 Price Per Ton, In Place

                                                                       112,410

Lane Construction:     Paving:                           116,925.00

                                    Side Dressing:              3,000.00

                                    Hourly Rate:                 385.80

                                    TOTAL COST:           119,925.00 – 77.95 Price Per Ton, In Place

Discussion ensued regarding the timing of the paving as it relates to the Williamsville Covered Bridge project. There was also discussion regarding price per ton, in place.

Discussion was tabled until the next meeting, pending Todd’s recommendation.

4.         SCHEDULED MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

Marilyn Distelberg, Treasurer for the Village was present to discuss the ticket income that inadvertently went to the Town of Newfane. After discussion, a motion was made by Dennis Wiswall and seconded by Frank Suponski to approve the payment of $2,908.00 to the Village of Newfane. The motion was approved unanimously.

Discussion ensued regarding the letter received from Windham County Sheriff’s Department’s willingness to continue in contract with the Town of Newfane. A motion was made by Todd Lawley to send the Sheriff’s Department letter to VLCT for their interpretation. The motion was seconded by Dennis Wiswall. The motion carried unanimously.

5.         SCHEDULED MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

Peter Lilienthal was present to ask for reimbursement for damage done to his fence at 172 Auger Hole Road by snow coming off town truck plows.  Discussion ensued. Todd and Christopher will look at the fence and make a recommendation to the board.

6.         NEW BUSINESS

7.                  OLD BUSINESS

Windham County Humane Society Contract: After a short discussion, a motion was made by Todd Lawley and seconded by Frank Suponski to approve the contract and to authorize Gary Katz to sign as Chair. The motion carried unanimously.

W.W. Building Supply Lease: A motion was made by Todd Lawley and seconded by Christopher Williams to approve the issuance of the lease for another year. The motion carried unanimously.

8.                  CORRESPONDENCE: 

A letter was received from Gloria Cristelli outlining the Statutes with regards to Animal Licensing responsibility. A motion was made by Frank Suponski to respectfully ask Gloria to prepare the list of dogs, and if she runs into a problem to notify the board and they will coordinate with the Dog Officer. The motion was seconded by Todd Lawley. The motion carried unanimously.

9.                  PAY ORDERS

Dennis Wiswall made a motion to approve pay orders. The motion was seconded by Christopher Williams. The motion carried unanimously. Todd Lawley abstained as to Payroll Orders.

8.         ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Todd Lawley and seconded by Christopher Williams to adjourn at 9:09 p.m. The motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully Submitted,

Shannon Meckle

Posted:            Town Clerk's Office, Newfane Store, W.W. Building Supply, Williamsville Hall, S. Newfane/Williamsville Post Office and the South Newfane General Store & Deli. www.newfanevt.com (after approval)