Office of the Select Board
Town of Orange, New Hampshire
Minutes of February 23, 2015
Present: Betty Fulton, Chair; Bob Ells, and Sandi Pierson (clerical). Pat Mercer was absent. Others present: Bob and Sharon Proulx, George White, and Dave Como.
Meeting opened at 7:000 PM. Attendance taken by the secretary.
Minutes:
- The minutes of February 9, 2015 were unanimously approved as submitted.
- The minutes of February 16, 2015 were unanimously approved as submitted.
Intent to Cut: The Board reviewed and signed an Intent to Cut for David and Lucinda Watson/142 Cross Road/Map 1, Lot 55. It was noted the taxes were paid in full.
Trash pick-up: The Board reviewed an email from a resident stating that trash pick-up during the last few weeks have been inadequate and at times the truck drives right by the trash and recycling bins without stopping. Both Betty and Bob stated they have also had issues with their trash being picked up. It was noted that the regular worker was out due to an injury. After discussion Betty said she will follow up with Casella.
Other:
- The January Block Grant of $4,030.25 was electronically deposited in the town’s account. Betty requested that Sandi send a copy to the treasurer.
- The Board reviewed correspondence from the Upper Valley Lake Sunapee Regional Planning Commission about the bridge and highway Ten-year Transportation Plan. The Board asked Sandi to forward it to the road agent.
- The Master Plan has been received from the Planning Board.
- The Board received a publication from the NHMA titled “Town Meeting and School Meeting Handbook.” Betty asked Sandi to email election officials to let them know it is in the meeting room for review.
Secretary’s report: n/a
Reports from other boards and committees: n/a Public comment: n/a
Vouchers were reviewed and signed. Meeting adjourned 7:30 PM
Respectfully submitted, Sandi Pierson
______________________ ______________________ Betty Fulton Robert Ells
______________________ Patricia Mercer