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Gilmanton NH News

November 26, 2008

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Gilmanton Selectmen’s  Corner

 

Submitted By Carolyn Baldwin
The following summary, compiled by Carolyn Baldwin, is drawn from the minutes of Gilmanton Selectmen’s meetings of October 6 through October 27, 2008. An earlier summary, August 25th through September 22nd, was not published in the SUN.  Therefore, I have included here several items which may still be of interest. Complete copies of all approved minutes are available at the Selectmen’s Office during their business hours and can be viewed on line at the Town’s website: www.gilmantonnh.org.
Academy (Town Office) building. The selectmen have dealt with several major maintenance issues at the Academy building.  These include: removal of the cupola, which was deteriorating. The cupola has been removed and will be stored pending determination of the cost of repair/reconstruction and inclusion in the budget for next year.  The contract for removal was awarded to Four Corners Landscaping.  A contract to correct drainage on the north side of the building was awarded to DuPont Construction.  The sprinkler system on the upper floor has been repaired, and the entire system will be checked. Other Academy issues include mold abatement, upstairs floor and carpet in the selectmen’s office.  These will be included in the 2009 budget.


Appointment. Melba LaRoche retired as book-keeper of the Trustees of Trust Funds after 30 years of service. Neil Roberts was appointed to replace her, as a member and as Treasurer of the Trustees of Trust Funds, effective until election in March.


Crystal Lake Park.  Vandals destroyed the skateboard ramps and spray-painted graffiti at Crystal Lake Park.  The selectmen noted that the people affected by this action were the young people who use the park. 


Planning Administrator.  Lynne Brunnelle, planning administrator, will have regular hours, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. She and the office staff, received a letter of thanks from JoAnn Oxner for their “courtesy, respect and honesty.”


Old Town Hall. The building has been sealed and the bat guano cleaned up. The septic system has been replaced. A summary of the work of the feasibility study committee, by chairman Israel Willard, was published in the SUN.


Fire Department.  The selectmen met with Chief Lockwood (K-G).  He introduced senior students Matt Gilman, Thomas Trask and Scott Larose and freshmen Noah Halgren, Kyle Botteron and Trevor Ritter.  Donald Pickowicz, Robin Marcotte (certified firefighter EMT), Keith Thibault, Barbara Frederick and Kristen Markham have joined the Fire Department.  Volunteers have worked on the Corners Fire Station, including Burt Morse, Wayne Ogni, Frank McClary and Bob Flanders. Randy Perkins donated a 6,000 watt generator. Repairs have been made to some department equipment;  other repairs will be needed. When the work is completed an open house will be held.


At the suggestion of George Carpenter, KG has instituted a community check-in program particularly for elderly people who live alone. Fourteen volunteers have signed up for the program.


The Chief has identified some confusion of road names (we have a Leavitt Road off Middle Route and a Levitt Road near the Alton line. Some numbering will also need to be changed to avoid confusion for 911 emergency purposes.


Class VI Road Study Committee. Ella Jo Regan, who chaired a committee to study Class VI (non-maintained public) roads in Town, met with the selectmen to review the committees recommendations for a policy to guide the board when considering requests for building or development on such roads.  The minutes of October 20 include details of the recommendations and discussion.


Belknap County Economic Development Council.  The selectmen met with Jennifer Boulanger of the BCEDC and Gilmanton’s representa­tive Nate Abbott. The organization assists local and regional businesses wishing to locate or expand with advice.  They also manage a revolving loan fund. For details see the Minutes of October 6. 

 


 

Get The Facts On Reverse Mortgages At MVSB Seminar On Dec. 4

Free Seminar And Luncheon Hosted By Meredith Village Savings Bank


In the midst of rising costs and an uncertain economy, seniors on fixed incomes are finding it increasingly difficult to make ends meet. Those who own their own homes face the extra burden of property taxes, repairs and other household expenses that can seem insurmountable.


A reverse mortgage can help seniors face these challenges, allowing them to enjoy the retirement years they’ve worked so hard for while staying in the homes they love.


But how do you know if a reverse mortgage is right for you?


Learn more at a free seminar hosted by Meredith Village Savings Bank on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at the Laconia Country Club at 607 Elm Street in Laconia from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Lori Borrin and Lynn Ostrand, reverse mortgage specialists at MVSB, will thoroughly and clearly review available options and answer your questions. The event features a plated luncheon with a choice of chicken cordon bleu or stuffed haddock.


To register for the seminar, call 279-9101. To set up an appointment to discuss whether a reverse mortgage is right for you, call Lynn Ostrand at (603) 528-7406 or Lori Borrin at (603) 279-9241.


“Reverse mortgages can help the growing number of older people in our communities who lack the savings to stay in their homes and fully enjoy their retirement years,” says Carol Bickford, vice president of retail lending at Meredith Village Savings Bank. “We know that many of the seniors in our communities are struggling with rising property taxes, growing healthcare costs, and a higher cost of living which is outstripping their retirement savings. We can help.”


Meredith Village Savings Bank is an independent mutual savings bank with 11 offices serving individuals, families, businesses, organizations and towns around Lake Winnipesaukee and the Plymouth area. MVSB has offices in Alton, Ashland, Gilford, Center Harbor, Laconia, Meredith, Moultonborough, Plymouth, and Wolfeboro. More information about the bank can be found at www.mvsb.com

 


 

A Gilmanton Energy Committee Update: The Jordan Institute


Sponsored by the Gilmanton Energy Committee, Gary O’Connell from the Jordan Institute gave a joint presentation to the School Board, and the Board of Selectmen on October 27th.


The Jordan Institute is a non-profit organization  that is helping municipalities and schools become more energy efficient. The Jordan Institute conducts energy audits for municipalities and schools, then helps target which buildings really need the most help in terms of energy losses. The main goal of the Jordan Institute is to reduce carbon in the atmosphere and to help slow down climate change. They are doing this by targeting municipalities and schools because buildings are the number one producer of carbon into the atmosphere and the number one consumer of energy in New Hampshire.


The Selectman decided that it would be a good idea to have all of the municipal buildings evaluated by the Jordan Institute, at no cost. The School Board has also taken the first step with the Jordan Institute to do an initial energy audit for the school at no cost. This is the first step in reducing the town of Gilmanton’s energy loss as well as saving the town money in the future.


Solar Tour
The Gilmanton Energy Committee was fortunate enough to be able to tour Tim and Linda Freese’s house on October 18th. The Freeses have been living with solar power since 1984. The house is situated facing south and the warmth of just the sun alone was hot enough for shorts and t-shirts. The Freeses do have a back up generator and gas run appliances, but the rest of the house is run off of solar panels.


Living off the grid is not for everyone. One of the first major steps of trying to live off the grid is to curb your energy use. This is harder than people think, that is why it is not for everyone. If you make a conscious effort to reduce your electricity use, it is a start. You have to consider not having a clothes dryer, unplugging all appliances, and really becoming energy savvy.


Hopefully, another solar tour will be planed for the spring that will open to the public, so please watch for an announcement come springtime.


What Can You Do?
One of the biggest issues these days is trying to save money on heating expenses. One of the first steps that is recommended is to start with the insulation of a house to ensure that heat that you are using is not going to waste. Simple ways to improve your house’s heating is to make sure your house is insulated around, doors, windows, basements and attics. Just making these changes can help reduce heat loss considerably.


The energy efficient light bulbs are another way to reduce the cost of your electric bill and help the environment. Some electric companies actually give you instant rebates if you choose to purchase the light bulbs at certain stores.


Another way to reduce your electric bill is to unplug your appliances when you are not using them. The plugged in appliance still draws electrical current to the machine even if it is not on. Think about how many appliances you have plugged in right now. I started to unplug my appliances and saw a $20.00 a month decrease in my electric bill. I know that it doesn’t sound like a lot but it is $20.00 that can go to groceries or fuel. Look around your house just to see where your electricity is being used idly and by making small changes could add up to big savings.


Amy Russell -Gilmanton Energy Committee

 


 

 

 











 
 

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