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BOARD
OF SELECTMEN MEETING
Also Present: Robert Dixon, Treasurer Philip Miller called the meeting to order at 4:37 pm. Approval of Agenda: Motion was made by Philip Miller to approve the Agenda with the addition of Item B-Public Hearing under Old Business. Norman Needleman seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. Communications and Correspondence: None. Public Comment: None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: Philip Miller reported to the Board that
OLD BUSINESS: A. Essex Historical Society-Village District: Philip Miller read into the record correspondence from the Historical Society (a copy is attached to the minutes). There was discussion as to whether a Village District would be an ordinance or part of the Zoning Regulations. The discussion will continue at a future Board of Selectmen meeting. B. Public Hearing: Philip
Miller reported that the Public Hearing scheduled last month to hear
input on changing the Board of Selectmen's effective date of office
was not attended. There was discussion as to whether or not a public
hearing should be rescheduled to provide for greater public input. NEW BUSINESS: A. Revaluation Bids: Philip Miller reported that the Selectmen each received a summary of the revaluation bids from Assessor Jessica Graves. Mrs. Graves recommends that we continue with the vendor who conducted the revaluation last time which is Vision Appraisal who was the lowest bidder. The bid amount is $102,625 which includes data mailers, a tablet pc and camera. The Sinking Fund balance, including the 2007-2008 budgeted deposit is $208,470. Motion was made by Norman Needleman to accept the bid from Vision Appraisal in the amount of $102,625 for the 2008 Revaluation. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. There was discussion that there will be publicized hearings prior to the revaluation results being released for Vision to provide information to residents. Motion was made by Norman Needleman to recommend to the Board of Finance an appropriation from the Revaluation Sinking fund in an amount not to exceed $102,625. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. B. Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan-Schedule Public Hearing: Philip Miller reported that this Plan which was prepared in conjunction with Emergency Management Director William Buckridge and the CRERPA towns is a mechanism that would provide Essex the ability to receive Federal funding in the event of a natural event such as a hurricane. A public hearing is required to begin the process of implementation. Motion was made by Norman Needleman to schedule a Public Hearing for August 16, 2007 at 6:30 pm. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. C. Solar Panel Assessments: Philip Miller reported that each of the Selectmen had received correspondence from Jessica Graves indicating that "there is currently no market data to support a property selling for more because it has solar panels. At this point in time, any property that installs solar panels either as a primary or secondary heating system or power generating source will have that information noted on the field card. There will be no increase in the assessed value due to the fact that these panels become part of the mechanical system for the structure." Jessica further indicated that she has discussed this information with David Arnold from Vision Appraisal Technology and this is also their company's policy.
Treasurer Robert Dixon reviewed with the Board recommended encumbrances/expenditures from the last fiscal year. Mr. Dixon indicated that the approval of these expenses does not impact the forecasted increase to the Undesignated Fund for year end. Mr. Dixon recommended that the Board of Selectmen approve the expenditures/encumbrances and that they be forwarded to the Board of Finance for their approval as well.
Motion was made by Norman Needleman to approve the encumbrances/expenditures as presented and to recommend the same to the Board of Finance. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. E. Appointments to Boards and Commissions: Motion
was made by Norman Needleman to appoint Edward (Ted) Barry to the Park
and Recreation Commission. Philip Philip Miller informed the Board that he had appointed Frederick Szufnarowski as an alternate to the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission. Motion was made by Norman Needleman to schedule a Town Meeting on August 16, 2007 at 6:45 pm for the purpose of the appointments. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. SELECTMEN GENERAL DISCUSSION: Philip Miller informed the Board that as of today the Tennis Courts and Playscape have been closed of at the Elementary School for safety purposes during the construction. Vincent Pacileo arrived at 5:30 pm. Motion was made by Norman Needleman to recess regular session at 5:35 pm. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Cindy
Varricchio EXECUTIVE
SESSION Motion was made by Vincent Pacileo to enter Executive Session for the purpose of a Personnel Matter. Philip Miller seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. Present: Philip Miller, Norman Needleman, Vincent Pacileo Invited Guests: Park and Recreation Commission Members-James Carey, Cecilia Brown, Michael Holmes, Jack Lima, James Rawn and Treasurer Robert Dixon and Administrative Manager Cynthia Varricchio. Motion was made by Norman Needleman to return to Regular Session at 6:55 pm. Vincent Pacileo seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. Motion was made by Vincent Pacileo to adjourn at 6:55 pm. Norman Needleman seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Philip
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