MEMBERS PRESENT: Charles McMahon, Douglass Barker, Carolyn Webber, Margaret Crisler and Galen Stearns. David Sullivan, Town Administrator, was also present. Meeting commenced at 7:00 pm.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mrs. Crisler showed a yellow orchid raised by her husband. The plant was in a pot made by Jim Bulen.

LIAISON REPORTS: Margaret Crisler reported that the Recreation Committee has had their summer programs go smoothly. They now will be meeting every three weeks. Mrs. Crisler noted that there are four new tables at the beach made by Matt Babineau as an Eagle Scout project. Mrs. Crisler stated the tables are very nice.

Mrs. Crisler also reported that the Planning Board appointed Dave Dubay to the CIP. Wayne Morris and Tom Case are the representatives to the Rockingham Planning Commission.

Mrs. Crisler stated that the Technical Committee is working on the agenda for their meeting with the Board and that the Cable Board will meet on the second Saturday in September.

Carolyn Webber stated that the Cemetery Trustees met and discussed repairs to stone walls and drainage concerns.

Ms Webber also reported that the Historic District Commission, working as the Heritage Commission, held a workshop with Robert Thorndike and a representative from Bedford Design regarding the Castle Reach project.

Charles McMahon reported on the CIP schedule. He stated that the CIP will hold a meeting on September 10th at which all those requesting funding will make their presentations. This meeting will be held at the Town Hall at 7:00 pm. He further noted that the Town received word today from the DOT that slip lanes on Route 111 will not be required for the proposed new Fire Station. This will result in substantial savings.

Mr. McMahon further reported that the School Board will be requesting $3.8 million in 1999 which is not in the CIP. It was also noted that the CIP will meet with the Planning Board after the September 10th meeting.

BOARD/COMMITTEE INTERVIEWS: The Board interviewed the following residents for membership on the board/committee indicated:

NASHUA RD RAILROAD BED TRANSFER: Peter Zohdi of Herbert Associates, spoke to the Board regarding Mr. & Mrs. Robert Devlin's request for a driveway easement over the railroad bed off of Londonderry Road which would allow the Devlins access to their property (Lot 1-C-2550). Presently their property is landlocked. The requested access is approximately 490 feet. Mr. Devlin offered to extend his lease to the Town of Herbert's Field for an additional five years, if the Town gives the access. It was noted that Mr. Devlin is only asking for a small portion of the width of the bed.

Mr. Sullivan stated that he has spoken with Mr. Carter of the Department of Resources and Economic Development and was told that the State is willing to turn the railroad bed over to the Town at this time with no stipulations The Board members discussed the obligations and benefits of ownership of the RR bed. Mr. Stearns motioned to proceed to initiate the processing to acquire the railroad bed. Ms Webber seconded. Passed unanimously.

Mr. Zohdi asked if the Board would grant his clients the access tonight contingent on the Town's ownership of the railroad bed. The Board decided that they needed to have further information from the State along with input from various Town committees before making that decision. It was finally agreed that this would be an agenda item after the Devlins meet with the Conservation Commission and the Planning Board (in September).

THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN RECESSED THEIR MEETING AND RECONVENED AS THE BOARD OF HEALTH:

Bruce Flanders, Health Officer, and the Board of Health held a Public Hearing concerning a request by Ernest and Margaret Corriveau for a waiver from the Town of Windham Health Regulations of the Waste Disposal/Septic Ordinance on property located at 16 Jordan Road, Tax Map 25-C-5.

Jack Szemplinski of Benchmark Engineering represented the Corriveaus at the hearing. Waivers were requested from 100 ' setback from two wells and from the 20' setback from the foundation wall requirements.

Mr. Flanders recommended approval of the waivers and there were no objections from the neighbors. Mr. Barker motioned to approve the waivers as presented for 16 Jordan Road with letters submitted from neighbors stating they had no objections. Mr. Stearns seconded. Passed unanimously.

THE BOARD OF HEALTH PUBLIC HEARING WAS ADJOURNED AND THE SELECTMEN'S MEETING RECONVENED.

MARBLEHEAD ROAD DISCUSSION: This discussion is continued from the previous meeting. Mr. Sullivan reported that he, Mr. Turner and Mr. Devlin met on Marblehead Road to evaluate the problems. Mr. Devlin submitted the following estimates:

Corner before Deer Run - Cut trees and widen sight distance (need land owner's permission) $3,000.

Corner near Old Dump - Landowner's permission needed. Landowner wants to meet and talk with Mr. Devlin, Mr. Turner and Mr. Sullivan. Estimated cost for ledge removal - $7,000 to $8,000.

Double Yellow Line - .021 per foot for each line.

It was also stated the Highway Safety Committee had considered the matter of striping the road and had deferred it pending review of legal requirements. Repairs were considered during budget hearings for the 1998 budget, however other areas were given priority.

Requests for various signs to be installed on Marblehead Road will be reviewed by the Highway Safety Committee at their meeting later this week and their recommendations will be forwarded to the Selectmen for action.

Various residents expressed their concerns to the Board. They were Tom Furlong, Lucy LaChance, Gail Webster and Lillian Murphy.

Mr. Barker moved to make improvements to Marblehead Road as outlined by the Road Agent as described above with the cost to include the striping of Marblehead and Londonderry Roads. Mr. Webber seconded. Passed unanimously.

CONSENT AGENDA: Mr. Barker motioned to approve the minutes of August 3 and the manifest of August 17, 1998 as presented. Ms. Webber seconded. Passed unanimously.

CORRESPONDENCE: Mr. McMahon noted that volunteers for Town boards and committees are still needed. Interested residents should contact David Sullivan, Town Administrator.

Request for partial release of the road bond for Candlewood Road was received from the Planning Board and Planning Director. Mrs. Crisler motioned to release $22,162.40 for Candlewood Road. Mr. Stearns seconded. Passed unanimously.

Letter received from the School Board detailing agenda items for their joint meeting with the Selectmen on August 31st. The Board felt the three items the School Board suggested were sufficient for this meeting. They also agreed to invite Police Chief Moeckel, Alfred Turner, Planning Director and the Planning Board. It was noted that the Selectmen's Meeting that evening will have a limited agenda as the joint meeting will begin at 8:30 pm.

Letter received from Valentina Lubimsteva, Irina Lubimsteva, Larisa and Anna Maiorova, and Elena Shevelova, visitors from our Sister City, Suzdal, Russia, thanking everyone for their hospitality during their recent visit.

OLD BUSINESS: MOTEL VEHICLE REGISTRATION POLICY - Joan Tuck, Town Clerk, spoke with the Board regarding the revisions the Board proposed to their policy Motels: Registration of Vehicle, notably Section II, A, 1 and 2. The Board listened to Mrs. Tuck's concerns and voiced their own. It was agreed that Mr. Sullivan would have Attorney Campbell give an opinion of the matter and then the Board and Mrs. Tuck would hold a workshop to resolve the issue.

GUIDELINE: APPOINTMENTS POLICY - Mr. McMahon asked the Board if they were ready to move on this policy tonight. The Board tabled further discussion until they review and give their comments to Mr. Sullivan for consideration.

NEW BUSINESS: Mrs. Crisler spoke with the Board regarding the present appearance of Griffin Park. It was noted that now that the logging is complete, there is residue wood which could be used in wood stoves and fireplaces. The Board agreed to hold a lottery for residents wishing to cut and remove the useable wood from the area. Mr. Sullivan will advertise the lottery. It was noted that this is for residents for their private use - no dealers. The wood would be free of charge. Mr. Sullivan will check with Town Counsel regarding this lottery regarding release from any liability.

Mrs. Crisler told the Board that she had received about 20 calls from residents informing her that they were having a hard time reading the bulletin board on Channel 51 due to the background. She noted that the background is very attractive but makes the notices hard to read. She will address this matter at the next cable board meeting.

NON-PUBLIC SESSION: Mr. Barker motioned to go into non-public session in accordance with RSA 91-A:3, IIa. Mr. Stearns seconded. Roll Call Vote - all members -Yes. The Board and Mr. Sullivan were in attendance. Subject was an employee evaluation.

Mr. Barker motioned to adjourn. Ms Webber seconded. Meeting adjourned at approximately 11:00 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Kathleen M. Davis
Secretary


NOTE: These minutes are prepared in draft form and have not been submitted to the Board for approval.