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    Selectboard Meeting Agenda – July 15, 2024

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Agenda
    July 15th, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Call to Order
    Additions to the Agenda
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Public Comments
    Approve Minutes from July 1, 2025
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    B. Town Administrator Update
    -Community Nurse Status Update
    -Maple Ave Bridge Project Update
    Action Items
    A. Approve 2025 Tax Rate
    B. Budget Year to Date Check-In
    C. Approve Orders
    Executive Session If Necessary
    A. Personnel pursuant to 1 V.S.A. § 313(a)
    Adjournment
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    Selectboard Meeting Minutes – July 1, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Minutes
    July 1st, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Link to recorded meting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohpt-Mh52qQ
    Call to order
    Gregg Herrin called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
    SELECTBOARD 
    Gregg Herrin (Present) 
    Curtis Chase (Absent)
    Paul Libby (Present) 
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo (Present)
    Kevin Marshia (Present)
    TOWN EMPLOYEES 
    Tierney Farago (Town Administrator) 
    Gayle Durkee (Town Treasurer)
    Rick Ackerman (Road Foreman)
    Additions to the Agenda
    Tierney Farago had an addition to the agenda; New Creation Fellowship Church requested the use of the Greens on July 6th from 9:00 am-12:00 pm for a Patriotic Service. Kevin Marshia made a motion to approve the request; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Paul Libby abstained. Motion passed.
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Paul Libby abstained from voting during the Greens request from New Creation Fellowship Church, as he is a member of their congregation.
    Public Comments
    Jennie Martin attended the meeting to inform the Selectboard that the Farmer’s Market had to allow vendors to park on the Greens during their event, as there was no street parking available due to a large event being held at the Town Hall.  The Selectboard discussed the issue and possible ways to avoid congestion. It is believed to be an isolated event; however, the Town will try to avoid further mishaps in the future, so residents are not impacted by the traffic issues. This may include asking for the number of expected participants on rental forms, and advising them to not park on the common if there is an event planned on the North Common.
    Approve Minutes from June 17, 2025
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the minutes from June 17th; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    The Selectboard discussed the highway equipment inventory that Rick Ackerman put together for review. The overall age, condition, and replacement of equipment was considered, and the Selectboard was able to begin mapping out the early stages of a capital improvement plan for the equipment for future budgeting purposes. Rick is also waiting for a final estimate of paving costs of Upper Village Rd.
    B. Town Administrator Update-Finalize Draft Language for Water/Sewer Fee Increase
    The Selectboard discussed the draft language for the notice that will be sent out with the next water and sewer bills regarding the increase in fees, effective July 1st and reflected in the bills that will be sent out in October. The language was finalized and will accompany the bills.
    Action Items
    A. Basement Waterproofing Bid
    Twin State Basements submitted an update proposal, including the electrical upgrades needed to complete the basement waterproofing project linked to the MERP grant. The Selectboard agreed to accept the proposal with the caveat that Curtis Chase reviews and verifies the electrical requirements due to his previous experience. Paul Libby made a motion to accept the proposal on the condition that Curtis confirms the electrical requirements needed for the project; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    B. Button Creamery Rd Drainage Issue
    Marianne McCann attended the meeting along with Robert Button to present the history of the drainage issue at Mr. Button’s property on Creamery Rd. She gave an overview of the research and work that had been previously done when she worked for the Town and stressed the importance of addressing the issue. The Selectboard thanked her for the additional information and reviewed the current information they have about the property and ownership situation. The liaisons will continue to work with the Town Administrator to research the property boundaries and see what kind of programs the Town is eligible for in terms of funding to redirect the flow of water away from Mr. Button’s property.  
    C. Roberts-Gould Field Request: Chelsea Flea Market Parking
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the Chelsea Flea Market Parking request for Roberts-Gould Field; Kevin Marshia seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    D. Farquharson Brothers Construction LLC Contract: Upper Village Rd Shoulder Work
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the shoulder work contract for Farquharson Brothers Construction LLC; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    E. Farnham Lawn Care LLC Contract: Roberts-Gould Field Mowing
    Kevin Marshia made a motion to approve the mowing contract for Farnham Lawn Care LLC; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    F. Quick Stop Liquor and Tobacco License Renewal
    Paul Libby made a motion to approve the Quick Stop Liquor and Tobacco License renewal; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    G. Hubbleshire Farms Liquor License Renewal
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the Hubbleshire Liquor License renewal; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    H. Approve Orders
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the orders; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Kevin Marshia made a motion to enter executive session, inviting Gayle Durkee and Tierney Farago; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed and the Selectboard entered executive session at 9:03 pm. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to exit executive session; Kevin Marshia seconded the motion. Motion passed and the Selectboard exited executive session at 9:48 pm. They discussed personnel. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to increase the transfer station attendant’s pay from $16.50 to $18.00; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Adjournment
    Kevin Marshia made a motion to adjourn; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. The selectboard meeting ended at 9:49 pm.
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    Selectboard Meeting Agenda – July 1, 2024

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Agenda
    July 1st, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Call to Order
    Additions to the Agenda
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Public Comments
    Approve Minutes from June 17, 2025
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    B. Town Administrator Update
    -Finalize Draft Language for Water/Sewer Fee Increase
    Action Items
    A. Basement Waterproofing Bid
    B. Button Creamery Rd Drainage Issue
    C. Roberts-Gould Field Request: Chelsea Farmer’s Market Parking
    D. Farquharson Brothers Construction LLC Contract: Upper Village Rd Shoulder Work
    E. Farnham Lawn Care LLC Contract: Roberts-Gould Field Mowing
    F. Quick Stop Liquor and Tobacco License Renewal
    G. Hubbleshire Farms Liquor License Renewal
    H. Approve Orders
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Adjournment
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    Selectboard Meeting Minutes – June 17, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Minutes
    June 17th, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Link to recorded meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf45VhLLpqY
    Call to order
    Gregg Herrin called the meeting to order at 6:31 pm.
    SELECTBOARD 
    Gregg Herrin (Present) 
    Curtis Chase (Present)
    Paul Libby (Present) 
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo (Present)
    Kevin Marshia (Present)
    TOWN EMPLOYEES 
    Tierney Farago (Town Administrator) 
    Gayle Durkee (Town Treasurer)
    Rick Ackerman (Road Foreman)
    Jen Chase (Town Clerk)
    Susan Elder (Lister)
    Additions to the Agenda
    Tierney Farago asked to add an addendum to the current zoning administrator contract to the agenda. The update to the contract came in the morning of June 17th  . This addendum extends the current contract from June 27th until August 29th . This contract amendment brings the total threshold of the contract to $10,057.00. Paul Libby made a motion to approve the contract addendum to extend the zoning administrator contract to August 29th; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure: none
    Public Comments: none
    Approve Minutes from June 3, 2025
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the minute from June 3rd; Kevin Marshia seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    Rick Ackerman reported on the state of the roads during the recent rains. He is also waiting for a quote from Pike Industries for work on Upper Village Rd for shoulder work. Rick is meeting with ATG on Thursday (6/19) to make sure the Town has a secure spot in the queue for the Town truck. The Selectboard would like to see a finalized inventory of town assets and a possible “wish list” of equipment the highway crew might need during the next meeting. Rick also asked the Selectboard if any movement had been made around Robert Button’s Creamery property-the Selectboard would still like to explore all options and understand the responsibility shared between the Town, the school, and Mr. Button. Curtis Chase and Paul Libby will work with the Town Administrator to get more information.
    B. Town Administrator Update
    -Pedestrian Bridge Update: Stantec has produced an H&H study, however, the Town has asked them to make some edits in the report to help better show ANR that the planned replacement of the pedestrian bridge is acceptable from an engineering point of view. Once that report has been edited, the Town Administrator will submit the permitting documents to ANR and work with the zoning administrator and Design Review Board for Chelsea to secure local permitting as well.
    -Draft Language for Water/Sewer Fee Increase: the Town Administrator will distribute draft language of fee increases for the notification that will be included in the next round of water and sewer bills in July. The fee increase will take effect beginning July 1st and will be reflected in the Q3 bills in September.
    Action Items
    A. Basement Waterproofing Bid
    The Selectboard discussed the basement waterproofing bid again, and the possibility of having the vendor subcontract the electrical panel work that will be needed to extend capacity for the pumps and dehumidifiers or getting the information to get quotes from electricians for the work. The Town Administrator will reach out to the contact and discuss this further, including Curts and Paul in discussions. No motion made.
    B. Tree Planting and Tree Maintenance Bid Opening
    The Selectboard opened three bids: two for tree maintenance and removal services, and one for tree planting services. These proposals are for services for two grants that were awarded to the Town via the Forest and Parks Commission. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo read out the background information, scope of work, and total price for all bids. The Selectboard thanked both parties for their submissions and briefly discussed the proposals, asking a few clarifying questions of Mr. Nola from Woodsman’s Tree Service. Members from the Forest and Parks Commission were in attendance to confirm that the scopes of work adhere to the requirements of the associated grants. After some deliberation, they agreed to accept both proposals from Amber Tree Service.

    Tree Maintenance and Removal
    Amber Tree Service total: $16,650
    Woodsman’s Tree Service total: $31,421

    Tree Planting
    Amber Tree Service total: $8,800

    Kevin Marshia made a motion to accept the proposal for tree maintenance and removal services from Amber Tree Service; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Kevin Marshia made a motion to accept the proposal for tree planting service from Amber Tree Service; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.

    Kevin Marshia also wanted to express gratitude to the Ambers for all their hard work and dedication to Chelsea over the years. The Selectboard greatly appreciates all their time spent helping make Chelsea a great place to live.
    C. Town Line of Credit
    Gayle Durkee presented a resolution to approve a $325,000 line of credit for the Selectboard to review. This line of credit can be used in emergency situations as an alternative to using surplus funds, and carries a 5.65% interest rate. The line of credit expires on December 31st, 2025. Paul Libby made a motion to approve the resolution for a $325,000 line of credit for the Town; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    D. Lou Maraget Green Request
    This request was originally meant to be on the 6/3 agenda, however, due to clerical error it was not brought up during the meeting. The Town Administrator gave permission to the school to use the North Common on June 16th for their eight-grade graduation, as there were no conflicts in the reservation schedule. Paul Libby made a motion to retroactively approve the request for the Greens; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    E. Ben Canonica East Randolph Road Work Contract
    This contract was for work on East Randolph Rd that was completed at the end of May. The contract did not require a motion for approval, just signatures from the Selectboard. No official motion made, but the Selectboard signed the contract for services rendered.
    F. Chelsea Senior Center Greens Request
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the Senior Center’s request to use the Greens for croquet for the listed dates; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Dates: 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, /21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9
    Times: 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
    *Rainy days will be switched from Thursday to Tuesday if necessary. Changes will be posted to the Town website calendar in advance of any changes.
    G. Will’s Store Tobacco License Renewal
    Kevin Marshia made a motion to approve the tobacco license renewal for Will’s General Store; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    H. Approve Orders
    Curtis Chase made a motion to approve the orders; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to enter executive session, inviting Tierney Farago; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. The Selectboard entered executive session at 8:43 pm. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to exit executive session; Paul Libby seconded the motion. The Selectboard exited executive session at 9:15 pm. The Selectboard discussed personnel and no action was taken.
    Adjournment
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:16 pm.
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    Selectboard Meeting Agenda – June 17, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Agenda
    June 17th, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Call to Order
    Additions to the Agenda
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Public Comments
    Approve Minutes from June 3, 2025
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    B. Town Administrator Update-Pedestrian Bridge Update-Draft Language for Water/Sewer Fee Increase
    Action Items
    A. Basement Waterproofing Bid
    B. Tree Planting and Tree Maintenance Bid Opening
    C. Town Line of Credit
    D. Lou Maraget Green Request
    E. Ben Canonica East Randolph Road Work Contract
    F. Chelsea Senior Center Greens Request
    G. Will’s Store Tabacco License Renewal
    H. Approve Orders
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Adjournment
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    Selectboard Meeting Minutes – June 3, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Minutes
    June 3rd, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Link to recorded meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy3o_xruPaE
    Call to order
    Gregg Herrin called the meeting to order at 6:32 pm.
    SELECTBOARD 
    Gregg Herrin (Present) 
    Curtis Chase (Present)
    Paul Libby (Present) 
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo (Present)
    Kevin Marshia (Present)
    TOWN EMPLOYEES 
    Tierney Farago (Town Administrator) 
    Gayle Durkee (Town Treasurer)
    Rick Ackerman (Road Foreman)
    Tracy Simon (Emergency Management Director)
    Jen Chase (Town Clerk)
    Snook Downing (Transfer Station Attendant)
    Tom Swahn (Transfer Station Attendant)
    Additions to the Agenda: None
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
    Public Comments
    Snook Downing and Tom Swahn attended the meeting to talk to the Selectboard about a pay raise     for Tom. He believes that this is necessary, as Tom’s presence at the transfer station has greatly helped him, and he worries that not paying him more will make him less likely to continue working at the transfer station. Gregg Herrin appreciated both Snook and Tom for bringing this up and let them know that the Selectboard is working on salary increases for all Town employees to ensure that employees are being paid fairly to state and local standards. They will continue to gather data on the salary in comparable towns and bring that information to future meetings for deliberation.
    Approve Minutes from May 20, 2025
    Paul Libby made a motion to approve the May 20th meeting minutes; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update-Town Truck Purchase
    Rick Ackerman brought back numbers for turnkey trucks; there are several models to choose from, ranging from about $310,000 to $315,000 with warranty. The truck order currently in place with ATG/Viking Cives is for a total of $274,444. The Selectboard deliberated on the pros and cons of possibly getting a turnkey truck with Rick. Ultimately, the Selectboard agreed that if Rick is comfortable moving forward, they would continue to wait for the current truck and have him service the old truck as needed for Winter 2025. Since this order is already in place, no action was needed. Rick gave several updates, including the chervil mowing that has begun and looking ahead to possibly buying more sand to stock up on for the winter. He is also waiting for Pike to send over an estimate on how much repaving Upper Village Rd would cost.
    B. Town Administrator Update
    The Town Administrator is working with the Grants Administrator for a sidewalk grant from VTrans and wanted to know if the Selectboard members had any specific areas of sidewalk that need to be repaired, or even new sidewalk that they think might be beneficial to the Town. Paul Libby suggested asking Rita Seto from Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission if they already have a listed of priority areas. The Town Administrator will work with her to figure out the best areas of improvement.
    Action Items
    A. Basement Waterproofing Bid
    The Selectboard reviewed the proposal for basement waterproofing services for Town Hall, but had additional questions regarding the electrical work and drainage before they felt comfortable enough to accept the proposal. The Town Administrator will set up a meeting with the vendor, Curtis Chase, and Paul Libby so they can discuss these questions. The item will be postponed until the next meeting. No motion made.
    B. Adoption of 2025 Local Emergency Management Plan (LEMP)
    Tracy Simon attended the meeting to discuss the 2025 Local Emergency Management Plan with the Selectboard. This plan lists all notable contacts for the town and is submitted to the Vermont Emergency Management team. The plan also aids in decreasing local matches for FEMA, as it shows the Town has made efforts to be prepared for disasters. Tracy worked with the board to make any corrections needed on the forms. Kevin Marshia made a motion to adopt the 2025 Local Emergency Management Plan, with corrections as noted; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    C. Water and Sewer Fee Change Decision
    The Selectboard felt comfortable to decide on the fee increase for water and sewer billing. There have been numerous discussions regarding the changes and received feedback from the public regarding the changes. Notifications for residents will be included in the next water/sewer bills sent out in July.
    Water: Kevin Marshia made a motion to increase the water usage fee by 12%, bringing the total to $92.69 per quarter starting July 1st, 2025, and continuing for three years; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Sewer: Kevin Marshia made a motion to increase the sewer usage fee by 25%, bringing the total to $152.18 per quarter starting July 1st, 2025, and continuing for three years; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Overage: Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to increase the water overage fee from 0.4 to 0.8 per gallon; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    D. Wastewater Plant Contract and Funding Application
    Paul Libby made a motion to approve the final engineering contract and funding application for the sum of $44,400; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    E. Approve Orders
    Paul Libby made a motion to approve the orders; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to move to executive session, inviting Tierney Farago and Gayle Durkee; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. The Selectboard entered executive session at 8:57 pm. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to exit executive session; Paul Libby seconded the motion. The Selectboard exited the session at 9:43 pm. The Selectboard discussed personnel and no action was taken.  
    Adjournment
    Curtis Chase made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously at 9:44 pm.
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    Selectboard Meeting Agenda – June 3, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    ​​Selectboard Meeting Agenda​  
    June 3rd, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall 
    Call to Order​ 
    Additions to the Agenda 
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure 
    Public Comments 
    Approve Minutes from May 20, 2025 
    Current Events and Updates 
    A. Highway Update -Town Truck Purchase 
    B. Town Administrator Update 
    Action Items 
    A. Basement Waterproofing Bid 
    B. Adoption of 2025 Local Emergency Management Plan (LEMP)
    C. Water and Sewer Fee Change Decision
    D. Wastewater Plant Contract and Funding Application  
    E. Approve Orders
    Executive Session If Necessary 
    Adjournment​ 
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    Selectboard Meeting Minutes – May 20, 2024

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Minutes
    May 20th, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Link to recorded meeting
    Call to Order
    Kevin Marshia called the meeting to order at 6:39 pm.
    SELECTBOARD 
    Gregg Herrin (Absent) 
    Curtis Chase (Present)
    Paul Libby (Present) 
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo (Present)
    Kevin Marshia (Present Until 7:30 pm)
    TOWN EMPLOYEES 
    Tierney Farago (Town Administrator) 
    Gayle Durkee (Town Treasurer)
    Rick Ackerman (Road Foreman)
    Additions to the Agenda
    A request for the use of the Robert-Gould Field was added to the agenda. Later in the night, the Selectboard reviewed the request for the June Jubilee Dance scheduled for June 7th from 6:00 pm-10:00 pm. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the request for the Roberts-Gould field; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Kevin Marshia disclosed that the person who submitted the request for the Roberts-Gould Field was his wife, Emily Marshia, so he would abstain from voting. Paul Libby disclosed that Emily is his sister, but it would not influence his decision on the topic.
    Public Comments: None
    Approve Minutes from May 6, 2025
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the May 6th minutes; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    Rick Ackerman discussed several items relating to the highway. The Town truck is back from the shop and he is still negotiating the price of the work done on it. The Selectboard discussed the status of the new Town truck and if it might be more beneficial for the road crew to get a turnkey truck instead due to the delay in receiving the truck previously agreed upon. Rick will solicit prices for turnkey trucks so the Selectboard has a better idea of budget and will have those prices ready for the next meeting to discuss if the Town should continue with the current new truck order, or possibly change routes and choose a turnkey truck so the Town has the new truck available for the winter. They also discussed the mowing of chervil; Rick will reach out to Vershire per usual to ask about using their mower for cutting the weeds again this year.
    B. Town Administrator Update
    The Town Administrator updated the Selectboard that Stantec is beginning to wrap up their studies and plans for the FEMA projects in town. Permitting for the pedestrian bridge is being prepped, just waiting on the H&H study to submit permitting to ANR. The Town will also be posting up RFPs for the tree planting and tree removal/maintenance grants that the Forest and Parks Commission received by the end of the week.
    C. Water and Sewer Rate Increase Public Discussion
    The Selectboard discussed a question brought up during the last meeting regarding the charge for turning meters on and off. Gayle Durkee pointed out a section of the water and sewer ordinance, Article XIII, Section 12: “When requested by the customer, 24 hours notice shall be required for letting on or off water to any service, and such service shall take place only during the regular business hours of the Water System. There is no charge for this service for one turn off/on per calendar year. Regular charge for added service of $75.00 for turn off/on service. (Amended December 29, 2020). Effective February 27, 2021.” The Selectboard feels comfortable with the water and sewer service fee information that has been discussed over many Selectboard meetings. Their decision will be on the June 3rd meeting agenda.
    Action Items
    A. Library Board Appointment
    Nick DeFriez attended to represent the library’s Board of Directors. The board wanted to nominate Chris Byrne to be appointed by the Selectboard to the Board of Directors per bylaw, as they now have a vacancy. Nick spoke highly of Chris and the other members of the board believe he would be a great fit. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to appoint Chris Byrne to the Library’s Board of Directors; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    B. Basement Waterproofing Bid Opening
    The Selectboard opened a bid that was received for waterproofing the Town Hall basement, which is covered under the umbrella of the MERP grant. The request for proposals asked for proposals to finish the Town Hall basement flooring, provide a waterproof barrier, and a sump pump system for water that might be taken on in the basement. The bid was from Twin State Basement Services and the price for these services was $67,492. This is within the allotted amount provided by the grant. The Selectboard discussed this and requested additional time to review the proposal and ask follow-up questions. Questions will be sent to the company contact, and the proposal will be added to the June 3rd meeting agenda for further consideration. No motion made.
    C. Will’s Store Liquor License Renewal
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the renewal of the liquor license for Will’s General Store; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    D. Carminati Cemetery Mowing Contract
    Curtis Chase made a motion to approve and sign the contract for mowing services for Highland Cemetery; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    E. RonJon Mowing Contract
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the contract for RonJon’s Lawn and Landscape; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    F. Wastewater Plant Contract and Funding Application
    This item was tabled until the next meeting for further review. No motion made.
    G. Approve Orders
    Paul Libby made a motion to approve the orders, with the exception of an item regarding the delinquent tax collector fee; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Curtis Chase made a motion to enter executive session, inviting Tierney Farago and Gayle Durkee; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. The Selectboard entered executive session at 7:56 pm. Curtis Chase made a motion to exit executive session; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. The Selectboard exited executive session at 8:25 pm. Paul Libby stated they discussed personnel and no action was taken.
    Adjournment
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed.
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    Selectboard Meeting Agenda – May 20, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Agenda
    May 20th, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Call to Order
    Additions to the Agenda
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Public Comments
    Approve Minutes from May 6, 2025
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    B. Town Administrator Update
    C. Water and Sewer Rate Increase Public Discussion
    Action Items
    A. Library Board Appointment
    B. Basement Waterproofing Bid Opening
    C. Will’s Store Liquor License Renewal
    D. Carminati Cemetery Mowing Contract
    E. RonJon Mowing Contract
    F. Wastewater Plant Contract and Funding Application
    G. Approve Orders
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Adjournment
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    Selectboard Meeting Minutes – May 6, 2025

    ByTierney Farago
    Selectboard Meeting Minutes
    May 6th, 2025 6:30 pm Chelsea Town Hall
    Link to recorded meeting
    Call to Order
    Gregg Herrin called the meeting to order at 6:42 pm.
    SELECTBOARD 
    Gregg Herrin (Present) 
    Curtis Chase (Present Until 8:30 Pm)
    Paul Libby (Present) 
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo (Present)
    Kevin Marshia (Present, Virtual)
    TOWN EMPLOYEES 
    Tierney Farago (Town Administrator) 
    Gayle Durkee (Town Treasurer)
    Rick Ackerman (Road Foreman)
    Additions to theAgenda: None
    Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo has a conflict for the pedestrian bridge item, as she is an abutting property owner. Gregg Herrin had a conflict for the greens request, as the requestor is his spouse. Both abstain from votes on those items.
    Public Comments: None
    Approve Minutes from April 15, 2025
    Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the April 15th meeting minutes; Curtis Chase seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    Current Events and Updates
    A. Highway Update
    Rick Ackerman reported that the truck that was in the shop for repairs has been completed. He is currently working with the auto shop to see if there is any possibility to reduce the labor cost, as it was increased from his original discussion with them. The total cost of the repairs was $13,600. He will also be attending a municipal show in Barre on May 6th and will be asking attendees about turnkey truck options.
    B. Town Administrator Update: None
    C. Water and Sewer Rate Increase Public Discussion
    Gregg Herrin presented projections for how the restructured fees for the water and sewer could work. The Selectboard discussed different approaches to the fee increase. The PowerPoint presentation and a spreadsheet for the fees is available at the bottom of these minutes. The fees discussed in the presentation and spreadsheet are not finalized, just possible options for the Selectboard to choose.
    Action Items
    A. Mowing Bid Opening
    Two mowing bids were received for the mowing season. Thresher and Sons Property Care total: $16,700RonJon’s Lawn and Landscape total: $17,600After reviewing the services and consideration for price, services offered, reputation, and past work, Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to accept the proposal from RonJon; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    B. Planning Commission Member Reduction
    The planning commission has had trouble maintaining a quorum during their recent meetings. A representative from Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission suggested that the commission reduce their members from 7 to 5 to have a better chance of having a quorum. The Selectboard was in agreement, but did request that the Town Administrator verify that this is within the Selectboard’s power. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to reduce the planning commission to 5 members, contingent upon verifying this process with VLCT; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    C. ARPA Fund: Ratification of Minutes
    Gayle Durkee was recently reporting ARPA funds to the state and was notified that the Selectboard would have to ratify the minutes from September 3, 2024 in order to keep $1,294 that was left over from the security camera project. Carre Caouette-De Lallo read the motion as follows to adhere to all requirements: “Resolved, that the Selectboard does here by ratify and affirm that the decision made by the Selectboard on September 3,2024, regarding the amount of ARPA money obligated to salaries be adjusted by $1294, making the amount obligated to salaries $106,931.55.” Paul made a motion to ratify the minutes as read; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    D. Stantec Pedestrian Bridge H&H Study Contract
    John Little from Stantec submitted a contract proposal for an H&H study for the cemetery pedestrian bridge. This study is necessary for the permitting for the Agency of Natural Resources. The contract for the study is $5,000. Kevin Marshia made a motion to accept this proposal with the caveat that it must be completed by the end of May; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo abstained. Motion passed.
    E. Wastewater Funding Application and Contract
    This item was tabled until the May 20th meeting for further review of the report and contract.
    F. Zoning Administrator Contract Extension
    The interim zoning administrator contract currently in place with Kyle Hansen from Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission expired on May 2nd. An addendum to the contract to extend it to June 27th was submitted. The contract would change from $4,420.00 to $6,466.00 (not to exceed this amount). Paul Libby made a motion to approve this contract addendum; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    G. VTrans Letter of Intent to Participate in Grants in Aid (FY26)
    A letter of intent to participate in the annual Grants in Aid grant from VTrans was presented to the Selectboard. This letter is required to qualify to participate in the grant program. Tierney Farago would sign the letter with the Selectboard’s permission, as she would be the primary contact for the project. Kevin Marshia made a motion to sign the letter of intent; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    H. Carminati Contract: Cemetery Mowing
    This item was tabled until the May 20th meeting.
    I. Green’s Request: Mother’s Day Plant Sale
    A Greens Request was received for the Mother’s Day Plant Sale on May 10th from 8:00 am-12:00 pm. Carrie Caouette-De Lallo made a motion to approve the Greens Request; Paul Libby seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    J. Approve Orders
    Paul Libby made a motion to approve the orders; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed.
    Executive Session If Necessary
    Paul Libby made a motion to enter executive session, Inviting Tierney Farago; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. The Selectboard entered executive session at 9:01 pm. Paul Libby made a motion to exit executive session; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. The Eelectboard exited executive session at 9:27 pm. The Selectboard discussed personnel and no action was taken.
    Adjournment
    Kevin Marshia moved to adjourn the meeting; Carrie Caouette-De Lallo seconded the motion. Motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:27 pm.
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