Date:  December 7, 2009
Time:  6:30 PM
Place:  Town Office
Present: Selectmen Daniel Donovan, William Condra and Richard Rockwood and Recording Secretary Peggy Arn

Joe Torre and Maurice Guay attended the meeting to present the 2010 proposed budget.  Line items to be deleted or added were discussed.  Fuel that was used to burn the incinerator was deleted and a repairs to the incinerator.  Discussion ensued as to how repairs were charged to either new equipment or repairs.  The way the brush is disposed of was discussed.  Mr. Rockwood asked if the brush could be ground up by a company that does this type of work in lieu of burning.  He asked if Maurice could get some information on this type of work.  This type of disposal needs to be looked into to see what the cost would be.

Rick Phelem stopped by the meeting to discuss his proposal to take down the incinerator.   He stated that he has been in contact with the DES.  The Board reviewed his proposal and he stated that he will be the liaison with the Department of Environmental Service.    Selectman Rockwood stated that he would be more comfortable if the DES had a letter of approval from DES before the work commenced.

MOTION:  Selectman Rockwood made a motion that Chairman Donovan has the authority to sign the contract with RJ Plehn when confirmation is received from DES.  Selectman Condra seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

Pat Griffith from Waste Management attended the meeting.  He looked into the increase of pounds of waste hauled away since the incinerator has not been in operation.   The volume has increased approximately two loads a week which averages 13.50 hauls a month.  He stated that Maurice is packing the loads very good.  He stated that he would not suggest that a compactor be installed right now but that one should be considered for the future.  He stated that a compactor would cost an average of $700 more a month.  Mr. Griffith stated that the town is better off with hauling rather than running the incinerator.  The only area that one costs could be cut would be the labor.  Maurice stated that there is not enough land or area to use an incinerator.  He stated that the recycling aspect of the center is also working well.  It was agreed that the use of 3 containers used is working well and should continue at least another year.  Mr. Rockwood asked what his opinion is on the use of scales.  He stated that he would recommend the use of scales and that in most instances the income increased.  The cost of scales will have to be considered in the future.

Nelson-Michaud asked the Board if he could put up a sign at the end of Prince State directing them to the Funeral Home.  Selectman Condra suggested that he go before the Planning Board for their approval.

The Board discussed the proposal submitted by Mr. Phelm for the removal of the incinerator.  Chairman Donovan expressed his concerns that all the required permits and DES requirements or met.  After a discussion, the following motion was made:
Motion:  Selectman Rockwood made a motion that R J Phelm’s proposal for the removal of the incinerator, disposal of the material and replacement of roof of the building is accepted pending approval from DES of his proposal.  Selectman Condra seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

The issue of health insurance was discussed.  LGC presented three options that would reduce the premiums.  The options were reviewed and the savings that would be realized by the town and the employees.
Motion:  Selectman Rockwood made a motion that the Board election an option of health insurance that will not affect benefits but will increase the employee portion of prescriptions that were $30 co-pay to $45 co-pay.  Selectman Donovan seconded the motion, which passed with all in favor.

The bills and payroll for the week ending December 5, 2009, were reviewed and approved.

Discussion ensued on the issue concerning dogs being brought into the town office.  The Board agreed that dogs should not be allowed or need to be brought to the town office.  The Board agreed that a sign should be placed at the entrance to the office stating that dogs are not allowed except for service dogs.

The meeting was adjourned on a motion at 9:20 pm, with all in favor.

Respectfully submitted;

Peggy Arn, Recording Secretary