Selectmen in Attendance: Bill Hayes, Chairman, with Ruth S. Ham and Michael S. Perro being present. Executive Secretary Karla Bergeron was in attendance as well.

Others in Attendance: Bill Mageary, Richard Goodwin, Brenda Goodwin, Dave Winchell and MSAD 57 Superintendent Green

Call the Meeting to Order: Bill Hayes called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.

Reading and approval of the April 22, 2008 minutes: Motion made by Michael S. Perro, Seconded by Ruth S. Ham, to approve the minutes as read. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comment (This is an opportunity for anyone who wants to address the Board of Selectmen with any issues that are not on the agenda).

Superintendent Green presented the proposed 2008-09 MSAD 57 School budget. The Superintendent explained that the changes in State law, stimulated by the consolidation mandate, provided an initial warning regarding state funding. There was a clear possibility of reducing support staff, the Finance Committee engaged in the process of minimizing the tax increase while preserving the integrity of the district. In addition to the changes in budget development, the actual approval of the budget has been changed by law. The budget referendum procedure is a double approval process for the school budget. First, the budget is presented in line time format for action at a budget meeting. Second, a referendum vote is held on the question of whether or not to approve or ratify the action of the prior budget meeting. After the budget meeting, printed information, including only the total proposed amounts for each cost center summary budget category article, the amounts approved at the budget meeting, and a summary of the total authorized expenditures, must be prepared and displayed at the local towns polling paces. Overall the total budget is $33,723,275 which is a .08% decrease over last years total budget. Due to the decrease in State funding there is an increase at the local level of 1.52%. For full explanation of the budget please visit the MSAD 57 website @ http://fc.sad57.k12.me.us .

Road Commissioners:

David Winchell Sr., Road Commissioner, North, during the previous week was able to complete most of the grading on the gravel roads. Dave mentioned the ongoing concerns with the culvert on Mann Road. In his opinion the culvert is in very bad condition and will need to be replaced soon. In his view this is considered an emergency situation. Due to the overwhelming water flow this job will be difficult. Dave will investigate further and report to the BOS asap.

Dave worked at the Transfer Station on Monday with regards to pushing up the brush pile in order for the Fire Department to have a control burn. In the future the BOS has asked the Fire Chief to contact the Executive Secretary prior to contacting Dave to work at the Transfer Station.

Richard Goodwin, Road Commissioner, South, during the previous week was able to perform general road maintenance. The Murray Road continues to have water drainage issues. There is a beaver dam which is blocking the natural flow of water and a culvert needs to be installed. He will continue to monitor this situation. Grading on the gravel roads is complete. Dick purchased 10 bags of Calcium Chloride which will be used in the coming weeks.

Unfinished Business:

1. Conservation Easement  The Executive Secretary stated the easement is in the process of being reviewed by Attorney Ronald Bourque.
2. Vendor License for Mobile Food Cart  A workshop was held prior to the BOS meeting this evening. The suggested changes will be made for the BOS to review. It was determined this ordinance will need to be placed as a warrant article to be presented a Town meeting.

New Business:

1. Letter Requesting Letter of No Action/Denis Columbare  More time is needed to review this issue before the decision is made regarding a letter of no action.

2. Certificates of Appointments 

i. Danielle Brady  Recreation Committee

ii. Ballot Clerks

iii. Dot Brown  Community Day Volunteer

iv. Pam Green  Community Day Volunteer

Motion made by Michael S. Perro, Seconded by Ruth S. Ham to appoint the above named individuals to the various committees. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Shapleigh Commons Reservation Form  Motion made by Michael S. Perro, Seconded by Ruth S. Ham to approve the request for Shapleigh Community Day Committee to reserve the Commons for Saturday, July 26^th. Motion carried unanimously.

INFORMATION:

1. Fire Department Minutes

MISCELLANEOUS:

SIGNATURES:

1. Warrant in the amount of $6,135.99 and accounts payable in the amount of $16,698.89

2. Certificates of Appointments

i. Danielle Brady  Recreation Committee

ii. Ballot Clerks

iii. Dot Brown  Community Day Volunteer

iv. Pam Green  Community Day Committee

3. Shapleigh Commons Reservation Form

Motion made by Michael S. Perro, Seconded by Ruth S. Ham, to adjourn the meeting at 8:13 pm.

These minutes are not verbatim. Respectfully Submitted, K Bergeron