Present: Tom Beaudry, Jane Galloway, Marcia Galloway, Peter Graves, Mary Lou Montgomery
Present as guests: Bill Webb, Ryan Owens of Monadnock Conservancy, Melvin Schupack
Not present: Lew Shelley, Duncan Watson
Ms. Galloway, acting as chair, called the meeting to order at 7:40 PM.
Executive session
Entered Non-public session at 8:18
REVIEW MINUTES
It was requested that the easement inquiry be moved out of the public minutes and into an executive note for the files.
Mr. Beaudry moved to approve the April minutes as amended. Ms. Montgomery seconded, all in favor.
Public session
APPOINTMENTS AND CHAIR
We have two new members, but we have not heard if alternates have been appointed. Ms. M. Galloway offered to go to next Selectmen’s meeting to urge the appointment of alternates.
Mr. Shelley is considering being chair. He will be absent occasionally, and Ms. M Galloway is willing to be vice chair. Mr. Shelley requests that other members take on some designated roles and responsibilities.
Mr. Beaudry moved to postpone the chair decision. Ms. J Galloway seconded. All in favor.
HODGKINS PROPERTY
John Hodgkins would like to walk the boundaries with the Commission. We will try for May 19th at 5:15 pm, and Ms. M. Galloway will confirm the time with him.
An electric bill comes in from National Grid for about five dollars every month. There is temporary service now, maybe it will end when he vacates, or maybe he can transfer it to us.
MOWING THE RESERVOIR PROPERTY
The water company is not mowing it any longer. It will need to be maintained somehow.
Entered Executive session at 8:40 pm
Entered Public session at 8:50 pm
BERRY CONSERVATION CAMP
We generally donate some money once a year, but it’s not clear if anyone from Walpole has attended lately.
Ms. Montgomery moved to send a $250 donation, Mr. Beaudry seconded, all in favor.
MONITORING EASEMENTS
Gary Speed is willing to help monitor Lazarro and other properties. Mr. Schupack and his walking group may be able to do the Mill Pond.
CONSERVATION FUND
The Robert Hubbard Fund transfers money yearly to the Charitable Trust, who then gives it to our Conservation Fund. The purpose of this money is to provide support to the Walpole Conservation Commission for general purposes, included but not limited to the acquisition and Conservation of land in Walpole. The Walpole town treasurer and the local government center said it could not be used for some things we had requested funds for. The state Conservation Commission Handbook says it can be used for any of our work.
CLEAN WATER MEETING
Ms. Montgomery alerted us that May 27 there is a Clean Water meeting in Westmoreland with the Ct. River Joint Commissions.
TOWN FOREST PLANS
Mr. Schupack asked if we have management plans for all the town forests? They may need to be updated. Steve Roberge of the UNH extension can help review them and prioritize.
Motion to adjourn made by Mr. Beadry, seconded by Ms. J. Galloway, all in favor.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:12 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Janis Hall-Fuller, Recording Secretary
(Note: These are unapproved minutes. Any corrections will be found in the minutes of the next meeting.)
Ed. Note: Readers of The Walpolean saw minutes of the April Planning Board meeting (see 5-08 posting) describing a presentation by engineer Greg Mikolaites of the Portsmouth Appledore Engineering firm last month in which he told the Board commercial real estate developer The Hutton Company of Chattanooga had plans to build a commercial space on Rt. 12 that would house a Tractor Supply Inc. store and another unnamed store. In seeking more information on the development prior to this evening's Planning Board meeting, Mr. Mikolaites referred me to Erick Emory of The Hutton Co. In a phone call this a.m., Emory expressed his surprise that Tractor Supply was mentioned last month because, he said, The Hutton Co. has no current plans for them or any other specific tenants for their intended Rt. 12 development. Emory agreed to talk with me in several weeks when their plans might be further along. CCB
Ed. Note: Here's an announcement from Kelley Hicks. CCB
Walpole Village School Accepting Fall Registrations!
The Walpole Village School is accepting applications for registration of the ’09-’10 school year on a first come, first served basis. The Walpole Village School is an enriching program for both preschool and pre-K aged children. With our preschool program, we believe in supporting individual personalities and abilities and helping the children to develop a strong sense of self and community. Our unique Pre-K program offers a balanced curriculum of creative arts and academics to support and enhance each child’s natural curiosity. It consists of a heavy emphasis on writing and learning. To round out the curriculum that is geared toward the whole child, we have music, gym, and environmental study with four beautiful acres to explore. We welcome visits to the school by prospective parents and students and would be happy to give a tour. Due to the current economic situation, the school will not be raising tuition from this year’s rates. Tution range from $90 to $625 per month, depending on the program and days chosen. Before-care (8-8:30) and after-care (2:30-5:30) are also available. Walpole Village School is located at 75 Westminster Street in Walpole, NH. We can be reached by phone (603) 756-4246 or by email walpolevillageschool@myfairpoint.net
Walpole Village School also offers Summer Day Camp (ages 3-5) and Adventure Camp (ages 6-12) Programs with a perfect mix of indoor crafts and outdoor exploring. Please call or email the school for more information about these great summer programs.
