October 7, 2002

Members present: Brad Reed, Eric Osgood, Blaine Delisle, Howard Romero, Selectman; Duncan Hastings, Administrator, Delvin Gallagher, Terri O’Hear, Steve Reber, Michael Patch, Linda Jones, Diana Osborn, Bradford Smith, Amy Shollenberger, Casey Romeo, Rosemary Audibert, Clerk

Eric called meeting to order.

Brad stated that he invited Vermont Monument to the October 14, 2002 meeting regarding the cemetery.

Eric stated that have one person interested in the Town Historian position Linda Jones. Linda stated that she has lived in Johnson all her live. Many years ago started collecting post cards of Johnson. Eric stated that need help to determine where this role will go. The last town history is 40 years old. Cemetery issues needs to be worked on. Would like to have the stories of the Town recorded, like the Talc Mill. Would like to see a report in the Town Report what happen that year. Brad stated that the Library would be a good place to start; they have pictures and several books. Howard stated that have a need for research, some years may not have anything and other years may have a lot. Need to create a collection and the historian should pull it together. Steve Reber stated that this is a great idea. Board stated that there would a small compensation. Blaine moved to appoint Linda Jones as Town Historian, Howard seconded, so voted

Amy Shollenberger stated that she was on the Study Circle committee working on getting a grant for $3,000.00 from the Community Justice Program. Working on getting a Johnson Team Task Force started. Casey and Amy to attend training on November 5. Looking at events that the teens could hold for low cost in Johnson. Need fundraising and publicity. Need to have the Selectboard seal of approve. Howard moved to sign grant application, Brad seconded, so voted. Board to send letter.

Mike Patch stated that he doesn’t agree with Duncan’s decision on the Capital Equipment Fund with the purchase of the new truck. He is going to seek help with what was said on the tape. Wants an officially notarized copy of Town meeting minutes that the Board signed. Mike is going to pay for a stenographer to listen to the tape. Blaine stated that the Selectboard is authorized to purchase equipment. Eric stated that Duncan has reviewed the meeting minutes and Duncan has agreed with what the Board has done is ok. Board did what you asked them to do. Eric stated that Mike could listen to the tape. Mike stated that he wanted it word for word by a stenographer.

Eric stated that have two people interested in the two school board positions that are available Diana Osborn and Bradford Smith.

Diana stated that she has been a resident of Johnson for two years. Diana was a teacher in Colorado. Has been a para educator at Johnson Elementary. She has a passion for kids and school. Would like to make a positive influence at the school.

Brad Smith stated that he has been a resident of Johnson since 1993. Has a son in the third grade. Brad is a teacher at Johnson State College. Pleased with what is happening at the school, things are going well know and would like to contribute to that. Brad started working with the PTA.

Diana stated that Johnson has a nice building, knew the receptionist, wasn’t encourage to get involved in the school.

Brad stated that he did hear that school did not have a welcome feel. Did have a friend that pulled there kids out of the school. He feels that the school is doing a very good job. School is a place for the community to grow.

Steve Reber stated that he is happy with both applicants and they have the ability to attend two monthly meetings.

Blaine moved to appoint Brad Smith and Diana Osborn as School Directors until next town meeting, Howard seconded, so voted.

There will be a ambulance meeting on October 9, 2002 to go over the request for proposal with the 5 towns. Scott has a draft.

Board worked on the personnel policy. Board went though pages 10-15.

Board reviewed budget figures as of September 30. 2002.

Duncan stated that have not received any FEMA money yet. Have received approval for ditching for French Hill.

November will only have one meeting on November 4, 2002.

Brad moved to go into exective session at 8:30 p.m. for a personal issue. Board came out of exective session at 8:47 p.m. Board asked Duncan to advertise for a part-time highway person.

Meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by

Rosemary Audibert, Clerk