Select Board
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Meeting Minutes
Select Board: Andrew Maneval and Andrea Hodson. Absent: Kathy Scott
Attendees: Steve LaMears
The meeting opened at 7:00 pm.
Agenda, Minutes of 6/27 – With the addition of items from the Energy Committee, an inquiry regarding Houghton Road, and review of the draft dog ordinance, the SB approved the agenda. The SB approved the minutes of 6/27.
Recycling Center – The board discussed edits to the draft agreement between the Town and Warren Buffum for the transport and sale of recycled metals. The agreement proposes any revenue to be shared between Mr. Buffum and the town on a 50/50 basis. Ms. Hodson moved to approve the agreement as edited and to authorize Steve LaMears to sign on the town’s behalf subject to Mr. Buffum’s approval.
Road Agent, naming of per RSAs – With the need, per state statute, for the SB to add Road Agent to Mr. LaMears title as Acting Municipal Services Director, the SB approved the appointment and signed the oath of office prepared by the Town Clerk. The appointment is subject to the same terms and position responsibilities as currently exist.
Energy Committee – Committee member Claire Lingham submitted a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Hub Energy Coaching through the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. The MOU would formalize a partnership between the Town and the Hub for an energy coaching program for residents and property owners seeking assistance with energy efficiency projects for their homes. Ms. Lingham would act as facilitator. The agreement involves no cost to the town, unless the town decides to distribute a flyer by mail. The Hub will assist with promotional materials and templates. The SB moved and voted in favor to approve the MOU and to sign.
Separately, the committee noted that the HeatSmart + program continues and estimates it is about 1/3rd of the way through the available funding. This is a 3-year program, subject to available funds.
Houghton Road fire pond – On a question regarding the now defunct fire pond, installed by the subdivision developer as part of the Houghton Road subdivision development, the board discussed whether a dry hydrant should be installed instead. The SB noted any consideration of installing a dry hydrant would need to take into account any larger town-wide need and knowledge of prior similar installments.
Dog ordinances – The board continued discussion of draft language for a dog ordinance, including whether it should apply only to Cemetery property or town-wide. The SB will continue drafting in preparation for a hearing to be announced for August.
The SB signed the pay warrant for $46,640.66.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.