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MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on September 26, 2011 @ &:00 PM AND Held on August 22, 2011 @ 7:00 PM
at the Town Office

Present: Richard Miller. Larry Labor, Robert Guyer, TammyLee Morin, Janet
Selby & Richard Delfavero.
Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m.
1. Minutes to meeting of September 12,2011 to review and approve.
Accepted as written.
2. Janet Selby will be attending the meeting.
Discussed budget for Milfoil and asked the Town for $ 5,195.00 from the budget of $7,125.00. Approved.
3. Richard Delfavero will be attending the meeting.
Richard explained that he was in the process of putting his land in a preservation with Vermont Land Trust and would like the Town to send a letter stating we had no problems.
4. We had a request for the Transfer/Recycling Center to be open 1 day
during the week in the summer.
This will be put to the voters at the 2012 Town meeting to be voted on.
5. Certificate of Public Good – Section 248 Permit Process from Encore.
Reviewed and discussed. Robert Guyer will look into. Tabled to next meeting.
6. 2 Quotes for some Town Office Maintenance and sprucing up.
Quote from Rick Pare and Bill Sanville. Rick Pare was awarded the project. Notice will be sent to Bill Sanville.
7. Copy of some FEMA forms from Shawn Austin for your info.
Reviewed and filed.
8. Copy of Thank you letter to former Town Auditor Joette Lantagne.
Filed.
9. E-mails in reference to FEMA and Flood insurance program.
Reviewed and info will be sent to James Jordan.
10. Letter from Frederic Satink from VLCT from a site visit on the Town
Office, Transfer station and Town Hall with suggestions to some minor
hazards to these building that need to be corrected for insurance
purposes.
Reviewed. Notification of hazard suggested will be sent when they have been put into place.
11. Letter from Vermont Land trust for Richard and Barbara Delfavero in
the process of permanently protecting their farmland from development.
Discussed and approved in #3.
12. Copy of Preliminary cash flow sheets for FY2012.
Reviewed. Filed to be paid.

13. Drawing from Casella for work needed to be done at the Transfer station
to cover the roll off boxes.
Reviewed. Tammy will put in paper for bids with an October 30th deadline.
14. Bill from Oasis Enterprises Inc. for 8 dogs impounded by AGO T.
Approved to pay. Tammy will call Thomas Bonneville to find out whose dogs these were and bill them.

15. Blittersdorf, Solar Panel Proposal.
A company named Allearth Renewables Inc. would like to propose a site at the Morgan Landfill. This is supposed to save the Town of Morgan and School property’s only money on electricity. This would not include the street lights at this time but eventually could. There were some concerns and more information is needed. Tabled to next meeting.
16. Discussion on Tax Stabilization Policy.
Larry Labor brought forward for the Town of Morgan a 5 year Tax Stabilization Policy. A motion was made and seconded to accept as written.
17. Letter to Everett Driver.
A letter was written to Evertte Driver for his rental property on 113 Derby Gore Road in reference to the Junk Yard Ordinance, to inform him that he is not in compliance with this ordinance. The letter with a copy of the ordinance will be sent return/receipt.
18. Discuss Town Clerk/Treasurer pay to take minutes and come to each
Select Board Meeting.
TammyLee Morin agreed to participate at each Select Board meeting and to take minutes at a rate of $25.00 per meeting. Approved by Selectmen.
19. Orders # 4A and 15 to review approve and sign.
Reviewed, approved and signed.

Other Business: Robert Guyer noted at the NVDA meeting he went to that he was informed that the Town of Morgan’s Town Plan has expired and needs to be renewed and sent to NVDA. This Plan is only good for 5 years at a time had expired in 2009. TammyLee will notify the Planning/Zoning Commissioners, James Jordan and Steve Matson to this matter.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. and the next meeting will be Tuesday October 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Morgan Town Clerk’s Office.

I. Call to order ———-7:00 PM

II. Roll Call ————–R. Miller chair, R. Guyer, L.Labor

III. Approval of minutes—approved as read.

IV. Chairperson’s report; Richard Miller read the following communications.

VLCT sent a notice of the annual business meeting to be held at the Killington
Grand Hotel in October and requesting one member from each municipality
attend. This was read and filed.

A notice of expiration and renewal of the No Exposure Conditional Exclusion
from storm water MSGP #4878-9003 for the closed landfill was read and returned
to Tammy for filling out from last year’s data. This will be signed out when
the form is completed.

The roll off covers were discussed. Casella has been sent pictures and
dimensions of our facility; Brian (of Casella) will send drawings of a
proposed structure.

The board discussed a proposed addition/change in the form of a secretarial
assistant or support position for the board. Discussion followed. It was
agreed that Tammy would be asked to come to the SB meetings and take minutes.
It was also discussed that compensation would be in the form of comp time off
for an equal amount of time and that if she was unable to attend then the
function may be delegated to Paula Keenan if she is willing to come in her
place. There are increasing amounts of time spent by the board gathering
information or seeking clarification on subject matters that the
clerk/treasurer would most likely be able to answer or facilitate handling for
the board. This can best be accomplished by verbal discussion at the boards
meeting.

Tax stabilization discussion followed: The town does not have a policy on
granting tax stabilization to new businesses looking to establish a position
in Morgan.

The NVDA office has submitted a model policy for review. Copies were
disseminated to the members. This will be reviewed with the intent of
developing a policy for the Town.

A request was made by R. Guyer to attend the NVDA Annual Meeting on September
15th. This was approved.

V. Orders #4 were reviewed and signed for payment.

VI. Copies of expenditure and revenue reports were distributed and reviewed.

VII Next meeting is September 12th

VIII Meeting adjourned at 7:45PM

Submitted by L. Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on July 25th, 2011 @ 7:00 PM
Town Office

I. Call to order—————7:00 PM

II. Roll Call——————–R. Miller chair, R. Guyer, L. Labor

III. Approval of minutes——Approved as read.

IV. Guests: Mr. Dave Blittersdorf, Bryon Gray, Connie Knaggs, Debra Blier

V. Chairperson’s report: Richard Miller read the following communications:

A copy of the solid waste transfer station report was read and filed.

Brian Gray brought a copy of the Plan E-Waste Memorandum of Understanding.
This was reviewed and signed. It outlined the scope of work, and
responsibilities of NRRA.

The covered devices are computers, computer monitors, any device containing
a CRT, printers, televisions and computer peripherals.

Banned devices may be collected, however collection locations may charge
for their collection and must segregate from those collected under the
plan. They may not dispose of them in landfills or scrap metal.

Banned devices are as follows: PDAs. MP3 Player, + personal electronics.
Game consoles, fax machines, wireless phones, telephones and answering
machines. VCR’s DVD players Digital converter boxes, stereo equipment,
electronic device power cords and chargers.

An application for human services and educational facilities grant was
forwarded to the historical society.

A request for local support for energy committee was reviewed and filed

A notice was received from VLCT regarding a “Town Fair” to be held Oct. 6th in
Killington, Vt. was read and filed.

The Worth Lease land agreement quit claim deed was reviewed by R. Chimileski,
and approved as submitted by attorney Paul Gillies on behalf of Mrs. Worth.
Notarized signatures pending.

Mr. J. Hinton, came to the meeting to present a tire-recycling proposal from
KNS Tire. The proposal would compensate the town at $2.00/tire.

The board asks Tammy to call them at 802-755-9278 and make arrangements for
pickup of the tires.

Connie Knaggs, delivered brochure and information describing the services
offered by the Frontier Animal Society. She also recommended a review of the
Town’s animal control ordinance.

Deborah Blier a resident and property owner came to the meeting seeking
information and assistance from the town regarding flood damage from the May
storm. She described the gravel and potential damage to some of her trees.
Roby will look into her issue for possible remediation.

Mr. Dave Blittersdorf came to the meeting to present a solar power alternative
to the town. This will be subject to an in-depth review and reported out at a
later date. Mr. Blittersdorf distributed descriptive materials and a sample
proposal.

VII Orders 1A and 2 were reviewed and approved for payment.

Revenue and Expenditure reports for period # 1 were reviewed and filed.

VIII Next meeting is August 8, 2011

IX Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM

X Submitted by L.Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on July 1, 2011 @ 7:00 PM
Town Office

I. Call to Order——————-7:00 PM

II. Roll Call———————R. Miller (chair) R. Guyer, L.Labor

III. Approval of minutes——-Approved as read.

IV. Guests: Homer Tinker, Del Green, Steve Matson, Robert and Laurie Cain and
Shawn Austin.

V. Chairperson report: Richard Miller read the following communications:

A contract was received from Gene Besaw and Associates for the purpose of
performing a financial municipal audit. This was signed and approved. monies
had been approved for this purpose in the town budget.

An accounting of the repayment assignment for the duplicate overpayment of
delinquent tax collector fees was reviewed and accepted with the request of
minor changes to the form. Tammy will return the form to Donna Young for
reprinting.

A request for the Town to become a member of the Vermont Conservation
Commission was read and reviewed and filed.

A request was received from Jim Judd, Deanna Keenan and Diane Moore to attend
a Vt. Listers and Assessors Association Training Seminar. This was approved.

A letter from the Vt. Dept. of Taxes was received stating the new 2012
Education tax rate. The new Homestead education tax rate will be $1.2462 and
for non resident property it will be $1.3315.

A bill was received for the use of the Marshal and Swift Cost Tables for the
Listers Office. This was approved for payment.

Pamela Fecteau, senior underwriter for the VLCT sent revised valuations for
the two town properties insured by them After discussion it was moved to seek
commercial bids for comparison as this represented a significant increase in
our insurance costs. Tammy will call local insurance providers.

Guests: Homer Tinker requested information on what the town required for
permits to establish a retail stand for selling produce and crafts such as
jams etc. Proposal is for 1 day per week, location to be determined.

Del Green came to ask if town permits were needed to establish a gravel pit,
and also register his concerns about possible State requirements for an Act
250 permit. This will be looked into. He also wanted to give a report on the
activity occurring on neighboring lands regarding junk clean up and the lack
of activity in lieu of our junkyard ordinance. Richard Miller will compose a
letter and send it to the landowner per our ordinance.

Steve Matson: came to discuss the junkyard ordinance and support Dels’ request
to initiate action, as he has not been able to obtain a satisfactory response
from the landowner.

Bob and Laurie Cain came to the meeting to request that the residual oil (5
yrs. old) in the community house be pumped out before there is leakage. This
was referred to the Community House Committee, however the Board does approve
of this action.

Notice had been received from FEMA that they will be here at the Town Clerk’s
Office on July 18th, at 8:00 AM to review the Town’s documentation of costs
incurred for road restoration and future costs that may be anticipated for the
completion of culvert and ditch work etc. Shawn Austin, Robert Guyer and
Richard Miller will attend. L.Labor will be out of town.

Shawn asked if there was a form available from FEMA for tracking the costs
associated with debris removal such as trees and stumps, culverts etc. Shawn
Reviewed the “Kick off Packet” of information and did find a suitable form.

Line two of the application for the additional two and a half (2.5%) coverage
if a town has regulations developed for flood hazards was discussed and it was
moved to forward this to the Town’s Planning Commission to develop. The Select
Board approved the filling out of the NFIP application, Tammy was asked to
fill out and Richard will sign this form.

VII
Orders # 26 were reviewed covering the previous year ending June 30th.

Orders #1 starting July 1st, 2011 both were reviewed and approved with one
modification.

VIII Next meeting is July 25th, 2011 at 7 PM.

IX. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.

X. Submitted by L. Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on June 27, 2011 @ 7:00 PM
Town Office

I. Call to Order—————-7:00 PM

II Roll Call—————–R. Miller, Chair, R. Guyer, L. Labor

III Approval of minutes—-Accepted as read.

IV Guests: Pamela Fecteau Senior underwriter for the VLCT
Richard Creaser—reporter for the Chronicle

V. Chairpersons report: Richard Miller read the following communications:

VTrans noted that Park and Ride funding was available; it was so noted that
there are 2 sites in town, that are being used on an infrequent basis and that
the need was not there. This was read and filed.

The Vermont Assessors and Listers Association are having a meeting at Randolph
Tech on August 12th. Diane Moore’s request to attend was granted.

The Charleston Fire Department submitted a bill for 6 months coverage. This
came to $1006.43 x 14.66 mi. for a total of $14,754.31 this was approved for
payment.

FEMA has set a date of July 7th, at 0900 hours at the Elks lodge for the
review of the road repairs due to the flood damage. Robby Guyer and Larry
Labor will attend with Shawn Austin.

Tammy Morin, will ask Shawn for the building specs that he has for the cover
over the roll off at the recycle transfer station. Once she has those in hand,
we will ask her to publish the request for bidding on the construction.

VI Guests: Pamela Fecteau the Senior Underwriter for the VLCT came to explain
significant increase in the 2 town properties that they insure.
Several Discrepancies were noted in the buildings square footage,
lack of cellars etc. She will return with revised values and costs
for coverage.

Richard Creaser a reporter attended the meeting on behalf of the Chronicle.

VII Orders 26 were reviewed and approved for payment.
Expenditure and revenue reports were also distributed and
reviewed.

VIII Next meeting is July 11th at 7 PM

IX Meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM

X Submitted by L.Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on June 13, 2011 @ 7:00 PM, Town Office

Agenda

I. Call to Order——————7:00 PM

II. Roll Call———————–R. Miller, Chair, R. Guyer, and L.Labor

III. Approval of May 23, minutes——–accepted as read

IV. Guests——-Peggy Barter, Jim Judd, and Rick Pare

V. Chairpersons report: R. Miller read the following communications:

Brian Judd will be reducing his charge to $75.00 vs. $95.00 for the portable
toilet service. It was noted that this is a $25.00 reduction and is much
appreciated. Thank you Brian.

Shawn Austin submitted documentation on the repairs to the roads etc. that
have occurred to date. It should be noted that the work is appreciated and the
roads are now passable. The present costs are $117,003.95 and there will be
more. Shawn is awaiting notification of a future meeting with the town, FEMA
and VTDOT. If we (the town) are qualified and approved for reimbursement the
expenses will be shared by FEMA (75%), and the state and town each at 12.5%.
We will keep you informed as this effort progresses.

Tammy sent a notice that monies have not been paid on a bill sent to the
property owner responsible for the animal control costs incurred at his Toad
Pond Road rental. Legal recourse will be pursued.

A letter of compliance for “Town road and bridges was received from VTDOT”
this was reviewed and filed.

A model lake Shore land Protection Bylaws and Technical paper was received
from VLCT. This document can provide the framework for developing town
regulations for the environmental protection of our shore land.

A request by Tammy to attend a seminar on Governmental Accounting and Auditing
to be held June 21, in Montpelier was approved.

Two emails were received regarding municipal and regional planning and
development and FY 2012 Planning Grants were received and forwarded to Jim
Jordan

An update on our insurance coverage based on a revised town property valuation
was received. After a brief discussion it was felt that the replacement values
were too high and this was sent back to VLCT.

A notice of an increase in our solid waste and recycling fees was received
from Casella. The new Haul rate is $225.00 an increase of $52.00 and the
disposal rate has increased to $107.50 up by $8.00 this will have a negative
impact on our budget.

VI. New business:

Peggy Barter came to the meeting and gave and informative talk on the efforts
of the LSA to restore and improve the water quality of the lake. She also gave
a brief history of the monitoring and trending. A brief discussion on the
source of phosphates and how reforestation of beach front properties with
native vegetation can help.

Peggy also volunteered to write a Better Back Roads Grant should the town
decide to apply.

Thank You Peggy.

Jim Judd came to remind the Board of the impending property tax sale to be
held on the 14th at 0900AM. He also requested a board member attend if
possible. Richard volunteered.

Rick Pare came to the meeting and resigned as the “public Beach caretaker” for
19 years he has volunteered to spend his time and money cleaning and mowing
the public beach area. That is a long-term commitment to the town.

Thank you Rick for all you have done.

VII. Orders # 24 and 25 were reviewed and signed for payment.

VIII. Next meeting is June 27th at 7PM.

IX. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM

X. Submitted by Larry Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on May 9, 2011 @ 7:00 PM at Town Office

Agenda

I. Call to Order———7:00 PM

II. Roll Call————–R. Miller, Chair, R. Guyer, L. Labor

III. Approval of April 25th minutes: —accepted as read.

IV. Guests: Ken Mason, Stephanie Goss, Jim Judd, Steve Matson

V. Chairperson’s report:—-Richard Miller read the communications

The following communications were read and filed.
A letter was received from VTRANS describing enhancement programs scheduled.

A letter of complaint was received from Mr. Kevin Fries; Mr. Miller will
obtain the address of the offending property owner and write a letter stating
the observed offense and request the owner comply with our ordinance.

VEC sent a notice of the 73rd Annual meeting of the membership and 2011
Directors election.

ANR sent the final notification of Stream Alteration General Permit.

An inquiry was received from Mr. Dennis Ullery regarding rules and regulations
pertaining to 4 wheelers and the use of on town roads. He will be notified
that the town does not allow the use of such vehicles on any of the town
roads.

VI. New business—-Ken Mason gave a report on his discussion with Mr. Mike
Wichowski; he will get a letter to Ken giving permission to the town to place
a gate at the public beach parking area. Signage and closure and all
associated expenses are the town’s responsibility.

Stephanie Goss requested permission to place a memorial at the public beach in
memory of her son’s death. She described a stone with a plaque affixed. The
selectman approved the placement of this stone and also informed her that this
was not town land and that any vandalism or damage to the memorial was not the
responsibility of the town.

Jim Judd gave us a briefing on delinquent tax collection activities. There
will be a public notice that there will be a public auction to be held at the
town office on June 14th at 9:00 AM.

Steve Matson came to the meeting doing a follow up on Mr. Kevin Fries’ letter
and inquiring about another property that appears to be in violation and what
steps have to be taken. He was referred to the junkyard ordinance and he will
contact the landowner stating such.

VII. Old Business—The select board signed the 2nd class liquor license for
the Seymour Lake Market.

The cemetery commission held a meeting on May 2nd. The Select board
approved the expenditure of $2660.00 for Fencing and repairs to the
Cargill cemetery.

There was a discussion of 3 additional cemeteries as being listed on the
internet. All are wondering where they are located. They are listed as
the Wildwood Valley, Judd, cemetery, and Frenchmen’s cemetery.

VIII. Treasurer’s report: copies of the revenue and expenditure report were
reviewed and discussed.

Orders #23 were reviewed and signed off for payment.

IX. Next meeting—–May 23

X. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM.

XI. Submitted by L.Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on April 25, 2011 @ 7:00 PM

Town Office

Agenda

I. Call to Order———7:00 PM

II. Roll Call ————-R. Miller Chair, R. Guyer, L. Labor

III. Approval of April 11, minutes—accepted as read.

IV. Chairperson’s report—Richard Miller read the communications.

The following communications were read and filed.

The 2011 Season prices from Kingdom Sand & Gravel was received
a copy was emailed to Shawn Austin.

A proposal for performing environmental monitoring and consulting
service was received from Ross Environmental Associates. Inc.

Vermont DEC sent a notice of a training program related to greeters at boat launch sites

K-N-S sent a tire recycling advertisement

V. Treasurers report: copies of the revenue and expenditure report for period
10 were distributed.

Orders #22 were reviewed and approved for payment.

VI. Old Business—Richard signed the notice approving posting of the requested
lease release on behalf of Mrs. Alice Worth. This will be
posted for the required 30 days, pending no petitions against,
this will be signed and returned.

VII. New Business—Bids for the lawn care for the town’s properties were
Reviewed. The low bid went to Lakefront Property Mgmt.
Motion was made by L.Labor to accept and seconded by
R. Miller. R. Guyer abstained.
VIII. Next meeting—May 6th

IX. Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM

X. Submitted by Larry Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Town Office
Held on April 11, 2011 @ 7:00 PM

AGENDA

I. Call to order———-7:00 PM

II. Roll Call————–R. Miller Chair, R. Guyer, L. Labor

Guests: ————–Jim Field, Kathy Brule Lazarra

III. Approval of March 28th minutes—accepted as read.

IV. Chairperson’s report—Richard Miller read the communications.

The following communications were reviewed and filed:

VLCT sent the registration form for a Selectman’s Institute.

A letter from UNH Conservation Commission

Irving and Pyrofax gas communications requesting the opportunity to
bid on our energy needs. Tammy will send them our consumption
numbers.

A notice was received from Casella of rate changes for our waste

The following actions were taken:

Two weight permits were reviewed and signed.

A request for the town clerk to attend a training seminar in S.
Burlington on Monday, May 9th was approved. The fee is $55.00

Approval was given for the payment of legal services to May and
Davies for Services work performed on a taxpayer appeal.

Approval was given for the purchase of a postage scale for the
town clerk; this should assist more accurate pricing.

The proposed deed from Tarrant, Gillies, Merriman & Richardson
that was referred to Bob Chimileski’s office for review was
returned. There were no problems seen and this will be signed
after the 30-day requirement for posting has been fulfilled.

The towns landfill Post-Closure Recertification application was
signed.

V. Treasurer’s report: copies of the Revenue and Expenditures report
were reviewed: a few posting changes were sent to Tammy for
adjustment.

Orders: #21 were reviewed and signed for payment.

VI: Old Business:

Kathy Brule Lazarra informed the selectman that the property issue
that was previously brought to the ton’s attention has been taken
over by the DEC enforcement division. Mr. Rex Smith will report on
the progress with the property owner.

Mr. J. Bannerman from the Vt. Nature Conservancy organization
reported That he and their appraiser have walked the “Williams” lot
and will be making their proposal to the Conservancy board at their
September meeting.

Mr. Jim Field attended the meeting discussion revolved around tire
disposal and the associated cost as disposal is by weight. Also the
surcharge to non-residents for non-recycling materials will stay the
same.

The Orleans County Sheriff’s contract was reviewed and signed.

The appointment of Jane Malgeri as the town’s agent was signed

The deed for the Round top properties was approved; this will be
notarized and returned. Approved the payment of $275.00 to R.
Chimileski’s for services rendered with deed preparation.

Shawn Austin submitted the quotes on the grader and backhoe; the
backhoe came in at $12 to 15K and grader at $50K. These quotes will
also be used on the town equipment list for the auditors.

VII: New Business: None reported.

VIII: Next meeting: April 25, 2011

IX: Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.

X: Submitted by Larry Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on March 28, 2011 @ 7:00 PM

Town Office

AGENDA

I. Call to order———-7:00 PM

II. Roll Call—————R. Guyer, L. Labor. R. Miller absent (vacation)

Guests: Anthony and Kathy Lazzara, Shawn Austin, Ken Mason, Kirk Martin (Sheriff)

III. Approval of March 14th minutes—-accepted as read.

IV. Chairperson’s report—Robby reported for R. Miller in his absence.

Road weight permits applications were received from Camp precast concrete
products, and Calkins, both were reviewed and approved and signed.

Notification of monies available for the dry hydrant program was received,
reviewed and filed.

A letter supporting the NVDA’s position on Foreign Trade Zone was reviewed and
signed.

A request was received from Paul Gillies requesting release of lease land for
his client. We agreed to send this for legal review.

A deed and property transfer tax return was received for the Round Top land
parcel sale. Upon receipt of the balance of the funds, this will be signed and
forwarded to the new owner.

V. Treasurer’s report: copies of the Revenue and Expenditures report were
reviewed and filed.
Orders: #20 were reviewed and signed for payment.

VI. Old Business: Kathy Brule-Lazarra brought the board up to date on the
Health and safety issue that she is working on as the Town’s Health Officer.

VII: New business

Kirk Martin brought forward the contract for the Sheriff’s coverage for the
town. This will be reviewed and signed and returned to him.

Ken Mason came to the meeting seeking signatures on a petition supporting his
candidacy for VEC board position.

Ken also volunteered to look into what has to happen to place a gate at the
entrance to the public swim area parking lot It was felt that this would be a
big aid in reducing the late evening gatherings and noise levels in that area.

Shawn Austin brought the agreement from the State of Vt. VTRANS division for
the proposed state aid for class 2 and 3 highways. This was reviewed and
signed. Shawn will return these forms to Scott Keysar at the Derby Office.

VIII: Next Meeting: ———April 11, 2011

IX: Meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM.

X: Submitted by Larry Labor

MINUTES
Morgan Select Board Meeting
Held on March 13, 2011 @ 7:00 PM

AGENDA

I. Call to Order———7:00 PM

II. Roll Call————–Chair. Miller, L.Labor, R. Guyer

III. Approval of last meeting’s minutes—accepted as read.

IV. Chairperson’s report

a. We received a letter of resignation from Robert Cain as the Energy
Coordinator for the town.

b. We received a letter of resignation from Sue Swenson as one of the town
auditors.

c. We received the Liquor license renewal application for the Morgan Country
Store; this was reviewed and signed.

d. A request for the members of the BCA to attend a property tax assessment
appeals was reviewed. Robby has agreed to attend the seminar on April 5th
in White River; registration is $80.00 this was approved by the board.

e. A request was received from Tammy for the town clerk and assistant to
attend the Annual town officer’s education conference on April 20th in
Fairlee, Vt., this was approved by the board. Registration is $60.00 per
person

f. A notice was received from the VLCT of the Select Board Institute to be
held 3/26 and 4/30; the members filed this pending calendar review.

g. A notice of an amendment to the Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District
Plan was read and reviewed, no action needed.

h. A letter from the NVDA on high-risk rural roads for 2011, was received,
reviewed and noted. No action needed.

i. A letter was received from Scott Keysar from District 9 in regards to Town
Highway Structures and Class 2 Roadway programs funding. This was read and
filed.

j. A letter from VTRANS noting centerline marking on all paved Class 1 and 2
town highways, this was forwarded to Shawn Austin.

k. A loan application from the Vt. municipal equipment loan fund was received.
No action was required. We are not borrowing.

l. Two weight permit applications were received; Pike Industries and Carrroll
Concrete Co. both were reviewed and assigned. Tammy received the checks
from both.

m. A notice of the CD rollover was received from CNB

n. A copy of our Insurance Declarations for 2011 was received from VLCT; there
are no changes to document, however, the value of the grader and backhoe,
will be determined to adjust our coverage needs.

o. A copy of an email communication as received by Diane Moore (lister)
regarding a tax appeal was reviewed and filed. No action needed to be
taken.

p. A request from Diane Moore to attend the Grand List Seminar as sponsored by
the VLCT was approved by the board. The registration is $80.00

q. Also a request from Diane Moore to attend the Annual Town Officers Ed.
Conf. On 4/20 at Lake Morey was approved by the board.

r. The Town Forest Fire Warden reappointment form was approved and signed, it
is also noted that this is a 5-year appointment.

s. A notice from the NVDA on Foreign Trade Zones was received along with a map
of such. This was approved and returned to Tammy for printing on official
letterhead stationary.

t. A notice was received from IROC requesting approval for their proposed
Summer Kingdom Triathlon event. This was approved as submitted.

u. A letter requesting the opportunity to BID on our fuel needs was received.
After discussion it was agreed to have Tammy supply them with our volumes
and let them submit a bid. The board agreed to this.

v. A letter was received from Maguire Equipment requesting the opportunity to
bid on our waste handling equipment needs. We are not purchasing any new
equipment, so this was filed.

w. Reappointment of the Town Service Officer was approved by the board and
signed. Jane Malgeri agreed to serve another term. Thank you.

V. Treasurer’s report
Revenue and expenditure reports were reviewed for period 9.
Orders # 19 were reviewed and approved for payment.

VI. Old business—None discussed.

VII. New Business—Kathy Brule-Lazzara, our Town Health Officer came to the
meeting to discuss a health hazard issue that was recently brought to her
attention. She came seeking guidance on how to proceed. Kathy was referred
to the VLCT legal department, as none of us had experience with the issue.

VIII. Next meeting———March 28

IX. Meeting adjourned at 8:25PM

X. Submitted by Larry Labor