Brookfield, Vermont

Minutes of the Brookfield Selectboard Meeting
10 January 2022
Held at the Town Clerk’s Office
 
Those present: John Benson, Chair, Jeff Kimmel, Betty Lord, members; Vicki Blanchard, Administrative Assistant; Amy Ingrassia, Assistant Town Clerk. Attending by phone: Kate Threlkeld, member. Mr. LaRocque was absent.
 
A.     CALL TO ORDER – Mr. Benson called the Selectboard Meeting to order at 6:33pm
B.     ADJUSTMENT TO THE AGENDA – None
C.     PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
D.    HIGHWAY REPORT
1.      Traffic Ordinance Update – (Public Safety Advisory Committee) This subject was tabled till the next meeting.
2.      Mr. Higgins (Road Crew Foreman) and Mr. LaRocque (Road Commissioner) had reported normal seasonal plowing, sanding and ditching activities, along with continuing grader work done by the Road Crew. Mr. Higgins was working on grant project report and is considering contracting out work on the Bear Hill Road. Mr. Kimmel will verify the annual Highway Mileage Report with Mr. Higgins.
E.      NEW BUSINESS
1.      Halfway Brook Culvert Application – Mr. Benson said the Local Hazard Plan needs to be in place before 1/14/2022.
2.      Designated Representative Authority/ Selectboard Assistant – Mr. Benson would like Mr. LaRocque to check with Mr. Higgins that he verifies with the Board before he purchases and signs for items. Also, Ms. Blanchard is to get approval for any purchases or signing any paperwork that might need to be submitted in a timely manner.
3.      2022 Mileage Certification – Mr. Benson made a motion that after Mr. Kimmel reviews the Certification with Mr. Higgins that he can sign the 2022 Mileage Certification form; Ms. Lord seconded the motion which was unanimously approved 4-0-0.
4.      Amendment #1 on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Services that Mr. Kimmel is reviewing with the Two Rivers – Ottauquechee Regional Commission (TRORC). Mr. Kimmel said Victoria Littlefield has the plan ready to sign off on.
5.      Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (TRORC) – Review and Adoption – Mr. Kimmel presented to the Selectboard the proposed LHMP prepared by TRORC. The Board had a brief discussion about the plan and Mr. Benson made a motion that the Board adopt the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan as prepared by TRORC. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which was unanimously approved 4-0-0
6.      ARPA Funds final guidance – Mr. Benson suggest that the board come up with a list of possible uses for the funds. If we do not use the funds it will need to be sent back.
F.      OLD BUSINESS
1.      Brookfield Cemeteries – Sexton Duties – Tabled again.
2.      Preliminary Budget Discussion – Review the preliminary budget
G.     MEETING MINUTES
1.      27 December 2021 – Mis Lord made a motion to accept the 27 December 2021 minutes and Ms. Threlkeld seconded the motion which was unanimously approved. 4-0-0
H.    PAYROLL AND AP WARRANTS
1.      Ms. Lord made a motion to approve the AP Warrants as presented with a total of $33,959.18 with the highest payment being paid to Everett J. Prescott for culverts in the amount of $8,442.00. Ms. Threlkeld seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 4-0-0
I.        OTHER PROPER BUSINESS
1.      Ms. Lord went over the progress on the in color cover for the Annual Report.
2.      Mr. Benson reported that VTC sent a letter thanking the Town for Brenda Flint memorial scholarship fund donation.
3.      Mr. Benson made a motion to accept the Orange County Sheriff Department’s contract fees for the next fiscal year. The total is not to exceed $16,250.00. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 4-0-0
4.      Mr. Benson asked the board if the members thought they should go back to using zoom for upcoming meetings; the board decided that in-person for Board members only would be fine and that any in-person public or persons that wanted to attend would have to be admitted one at a time and have to wear a mask.
5.      Mr. Benson reported that he contacted the Orange Southwest School District Superintendent regarding Town Meeting day in March and was told we could use the Brookfield school site if COVID calmed down, but with this new outbreak it did not seem like enough time to have it safely held inside. The Selectboard decided that May would be the better time to have it held outside. Ms. Lord made a motion to move the Town Meeting to 21 May, 2022 outside at the Brookfield elementary school. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4-0-0
6.      Mr. Benson also suggested installing a radio repeater in at the school; the school is willing to entertain it and there is adequate money in the budget.
7.      Mr. Benson wants to remind anyone running for a seat on the Selectboard and planning to be at the Town Meeting on 21 May, 2022 that they need to wear a mask.
8.      Mr. Benson made a motion to go into Executive Session at 8:12pm to discuss personnel issues. Ms. Lord seconded the motion which was passed unanimously 4-0-0 After the discussion, Mr. Kimmel made a motion to come out of Executive Session at 8:50pm, Mr. Benson seconded the motion which was unanimously approved 4-0-0
 
J.       ADJOURNMENT
1.      Mr. Benson made a motion to adjourn at 8:55pm and Ms. Lord seconded the motion and there being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was  unanimously adjourned.
 
 

DRAFT Minutes of the Brookfield Selectboard Meeting
December 13, 2021
6:30 p.m.
Held at the Town Clerk’s Office
Those Present: John Benson, Chair; Jeff Kimmel, Dennis LaRocque, Kate Threlkeld, and Betty Lord, Members; Vicki Blanchard, Administrative Assistant; Amy Ingrassia, Assistant Town Clerk; Jack Zebora; Gwynn Zakov, Planning Commission Chair.
A.    CALL TO ORDER – Mr. Benson called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.
B.    ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA – None
C.   PUBLIC COMMENTS – none
D.   HIGHWAY REPORT
1.    Electrical repairs/upgrade (Etc.) at Town Garage – Mr. LaRocque reported that the Road Crew are waiting on Green Mountain Power for a report on electrical repairs and upgrades. The Crew has continued work on road sanding and brushing. They got a quote for one of the older trucks for tires at $450.00 each. Kevin Joyal joined the Crew on Monday. Rob Wheatley had an accident in the yard but is recovering fairly well. A question was raised on how much sand Brookfield residents can retrieve from the Town Garage; the Town’s policy regarding use of the Town’s sand supply for private driveways is: residents are allowed to collect up to 15 gallons of sand (the equivalent of 3 x 5-gallon buckets) per trip to the Highway Department garage.
2.    Bridges budget (Etc.) discussion – Mr. Benson suggested sending an invitation to bid on all bridges that need rebuilding. Depending on the bids received, the Town may do one or two bridges or a combination. There are also funds left over from last year if needed. VTrans sent an amended contract for annual Town Route 65 maintenance fees and costs; Mr. Benson will sign and send it back so that a contract will be in place. Mr. Kimmel made a motion to approve returning the signed amended contract, Mr. Benson seconded and the motion was carried unanimously: 5-0-0. Mr. Benson also received an Amendment #1 on Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Services through the Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission; this will be tabled until Mr. Kimmel can confirm with TRORC.
E.    NEW BUSINESS
1.    ARPA Funds final guidance – Ms. Threlkeld said the basic document has not changed since it first was printed. Mr. Benson said it is hard to find what funds Brookfield might qualify for and it might be worth having a public discussion on it. Two Town water wells in Brookfield might fit the criteria and there are some erosion control/water quality projects that could also comply. TRORC plans to do a forum regarding ARPA qualifications. Mr. Benson recommended that Board members review the report and write down ideas that they can contact VLCT to discuss.
2.    Mask Mandate decision – Mr. Benson reported that the Governor asked each town to decide whether their town should or should not put a mandatory mask into effect. If people who are vaccinated feel more comfortable wearing a mask inside they should.  Ms. Threlkeld made a motion to approve encouraging unvaccinated people to wear a mask when they come into public places. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion and the motion was carried unanimously: 5-0-0.
3.    Planning Commission – Gwynn Zakov (Planning Commission Chair) stopped by to report that Keven Ring is interested in one of the open seats. Mr. Benson made a motion to approve the nomination of Mr. Ring, Ms. Lord seconded the motion, and the motion was carried unanimously: 5-0-0.
F.    OLD BUSINESS
1.    Brookfield Cemeteries – Sexton Duties –  This item was tabled until next meeting.
2.    Town Report dedication – Ms. Lord recommended that it be dedicated to Ms. Brenda Flint, citing Ms. Flint’s lengthy history of contributions to the Town’s well-being. She also recommended that the West Brookfield Town Hall be on the cover of the upcoming Town Report and in color. Ms. Lord will work with Ms. Godfrey to have this done.
3.    Budget – Mr. Benson passed out a draft budget for 2022 for the board to go over and discuss at the next meeting.
G.   MEETING MINUTES
1.    22 November 2021 – Mr. LaRocque made a motion to accept the minutes, Mr. Benson approved and Ms. Threlkeld seconded: 5-0-0.
2.    29 November 2021 – Mr. LaRocque made a motion to accept the minutes, Mr.  Benson approved and Ms. Threlkeld seconded: 5-0-0.
H.   PAYROLL and AP WARRANTS – Ms. Lord made a motion to approve the AP warrants as presented with a total $31,583.98 with the highest payment being made to WB Rogers in the amount of $5,840.00. Mr. Benson made a motion to accept the AP Warrants and Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which carried unanimously: 5-0-0.
I.      OTHER PROPER BUSINESS
1.    Personnel discussion – Mr. Benson made a motion to go into Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. to discuss a personnel matter. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which passed unanimously: 5-0-0. After the discussion, Mr. Benson made a motion to come out of Executive Session at 9:00 p.m., Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which was unanimously approved: 5-0-0.
J.  ADJOURNMENT – Mr. Kimmel make a motion to adjourn at 9:04 p.m. Mr. LaRocque seconded the motion and there being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was unanimously adjourned.
 

DRAFT MINUTES of the BROOKFIELD SELECTBOARD MEETING
November 22, 2021
Held at the Office of the Town Clerk
6:30 P.M.
THOSE PRESENT: John Benson, Chair; Dennis LaRocque, Kate Threlkeld, and Betty Lord, Members; Amy Ingrassia, Assistant Town Clerk; Tim Higgins, Road Foreman; Vicki Blanchard, Administrative Assistant to the Board.
A. CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Benson called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
B. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA – FEMA: Grant moved to Highway Report.
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
D. HIGHWAY REPORT
1. Weight limit signs for Rte12 & Northfield Road – Mr. Higgins reported the weight limit sign is up for Route 12 and Northfield Road and a new sign is being prepared for the Witts Bridge Road. Ms. Blanchard will contact VTrans as to what the weight limit and posted sign should be for Parker Road.
2. Mr. Higgins will make a note to contact the property owners and VT ANR river management in the spring regarding the West Brookfield washout.
Mr. Benson indicated that he had the report from DuBois and King regarding the review of five bridges in Town. Four of the bridges are reported to be in good shape with the bridge on Parker Road requiring some maintenance. He said there is still $1,500 in the budget set aside for the inspection of
the five bridges. The Board agreed to ask DuBois and King to prepare an estimate for the work on Parker Road, said estimate not to exceed $1,500.
Mr. Higgins reported the road crew had been busy filling pot holes, grading and getting equipment ready for winter.
CAT has given a February deadline for having the grader up and running. They are currently looking for a replacement grader to be used in the meantime. One truck is inspected and another will be inspected on Wednesday of this week. Chains for the equipment are due by next week.
The permit was issued for the proposed hydrant in Sunset lake on the East end of the Floating Bridge.
FEMA Grant – Halfway Brook Culvert – Mr. Benson reported he had gotten approval from Two Rivers Ottaquechee Regional Commission to proceed with an application for a grant from FEMA as our request for a grant from VTrans had not been approved. Our share of the design and construction of
the bridge will be $28,000.
A Special Meeting of the Board is called for next Monday, November 29, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. to meet with the applicants for the open position on the Road Crew.
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. GMEDC Calls for Regional Priority Project Information – TRORC contacted the Board to ascertain if the Town was in compliance with mutual fire coverage with Braintree and Randolph. Mr. Benson responded in the positive.
F. Old Business
1. Brookfield Cemeteries – Sexton Duties – The review was tabled until Mr. Kimmel is present to review the cemetery policy with the Board.
Mr. LaRocque reported that Mr. Paul Flint stopped by his house to ask Mr. LaRocque to thank the Board for the contribution made in Brenda Flint’s name to the Memorial Scholarship Fund at VTC.
G. Meeting Minutes: 08 November 2021 – The reading of the minutes was tabled until the Special Meeting on Monday, November 29.
H. Payroll and AP Warrants – Ms. Lord made a motion to accept the AP warrants as presented with a total of $11,063.98 and the highest payment being made to R. E. Tucker in the amount of $2,983.50.
Mr. Benson seconded and the motion was unanimously approved: 4-0-0 (Mr. Kimmel was not in
attendance).
I. Other Proper Business – Ms. Threlkeld said she had been contacted by a member of the Randolph Energy Committee who asked if Brookfield would be interested in supporting a Shared Energy Coordinator to work with the towns of Randolph, Braintree, and Bethel.  The Board is interested in learning what the costs would be for establishing the position of shared Energy Coordinator for the towns.
Ms. Threlkeld said that she had been contacted by a Brookfield resident about having two “Welcome to Brookfield” signs placed at appropriate places to greet visitors coming into Town. Ms. Threlkeld will ask Mr. Kevin Dunwoody if he would be interested in making the two signs and what the cost for the two would be.
J. Adjournment – There being no further business to come before the Board, Ms. Threlkeld moved to adjourn at 7:42 p.m. Mr. LaRocque seconded and the motion was carried unanimously: 4-0-0.

Draft Minutes of the Meeting of
TOWN OF BROOKFIELD SELECTBOARD
October 25, 2021
Held at the Office of the Town Clerk
THOSE PRESENT: John Benson, Chair; Jeff Kimmel, Dennis LaRocque, and Kate Threlkeld,
Selectmen; Tim Higgins, Road Crew Foreman; Vicki Blanchard, Administrative Assistant to the Board; Tory Littlefield (Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission), Gwynn Zakov (Planning Commission), and Betty Lord, Secretary.
A. CALL TO ORDER: The Chair, John Benson called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
B. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA:Tory Littlefield (TRORC) appeared before the Board to give an update on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. Gwynn Zakov, Jeff Kimmel, Kevin Wheatley and Rich Doolen are on the LHMP review committee. Ms. Littlefield explained various hazards that could affect the Town of Brookfield and their potential impact.
Gwynn Zakov, Chair of the Brookfield Planning Commission, came before the Board to request
approval for a Municipal Planning Grant application. The Town plan must be renewed every eight years and will be due again in 2024. This application is due November 1, and will be sent to TRORC to be listed. Ms. Zakov also reported there are two vacancies on the Planning Commission Board and she will have recommendations to present to the Selectboard for approval at its November 8 meeting.
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
D. OLD BUSINESS
1. Administrative Assistant – Ms. Vicki Blanchard attended the meeting to state that she was pleased to accept the job as Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Benson outlined the duties of the job for Ms. Blanchard.
2. Personnel – Employee Annual Review: See below.
3. Brookfield Cemeteries – Sexton Duties: Tabled until the next meeting on November 8.
E. HIGHWAYS
The Board received a proposal from Benoit Electrical for $2,125 to work on the shed at the Town
Garage. There could be extra costs in having the electrical panel renewed or replaced as well as fees from Green Mountain Power. Mr. LaRocque made a motion to accept the Benoit proposal in an amount not to exceed $3,000. Mr. Kimmel seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 4-0-0.
Mr. Higgins gave an update on the grader. A review is being done to determine if the wear on the
brakes is consistent with the hours clocked on the grader. Mr. Higgins also stated the Twin Pond grant project is completed and Ms. Seto at TRORC has the paperwork to close out the grant.
Mr. Josh Brown on the upper end of Witts Bridge Road has asked that a sign be put at each end of the road as cars and delivery trucks using their GPS find themselves on the road and unable to get out. Mr. Higgins will prepare a sign warning people that it is not a Class 4 road and it is not maintained.
Mr. Higgins has sent off samples from the property of Doug Haggett to determine if it can be used for sand or gravel. He also reported that the road crew has been ditching and flushing out culverts.
On Wednesday an inspection crew will be inspecting the five bridges in town that are too small to
qualify for a VTrans inspection. After the inspection, a concentrated effort will be given to those that have specific needs. In order for the Fire Department to go forward with their application, it is required that the hydrant by Sunset Lake must have a filter curtain around the works area in the water. Mr. Higgins and the road crew will take care of placing said filter curtain.
Personnel Employee Annual Review – Mr. Benson made a motion for the Board to go into Executive Session at 7:58 pm. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which carried unanimously: 4-0-0. At 8:32 p.m.
Mr. Benson made a motion to come out of Executive Session. Mr. LaRocque seconded the motion which carried unanimously: 4-0-0.
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Open Selectboard Member Position – Mr. Benson moved that the Board go into Executive Session to discuss the replacement of the of the seat vacated by the passing of Ms. Brenda Flint. Mr. Kimmel seconded and Board unanimously agreed to go into Executive Session at 8:37 p.m. At 8:56 p.m. Mr. LaRocque made a motion to come out of Executive Session, Ms. Threlkeld seconded the motion and the Board voted unanimously to come out of Executive Session: 4-0-0.
Once out of Executive Session Mr. Benson made a motion to nominate Ms. Betty Lord to fill the open position on the Board of Selectmen. Ms. Threlkeld seconded the nomination and the Board voted unanimously to have Ms. Lord fill the position: 4-0-0.
2. TRORC – Local Hazard Mitigation Plan: See above.
3. Town Planning Commission – Municipal Grants: See above.
4. VLCT Property & Casualty – Brookfield Cemetery Damages: The Town received a check from the Vermont League of Cities and Towns in the amount of $10,250 to cover the costs of damage done to headstones in the Ridge Road Cemetery.
5. Cargill Contract – Deicing Salt: Cargill presented a contact for deicing salt at $73.94 per ton
delivered, for 230 tons ($17,006.20.) Mr. Benson made a motion to accept the agreement with Cargill for deicing salt. Mr. Kimmel seconded and the motion was carried unanimously: 5-0-0.
6. Assistant Town Treasurer – Account and Pay Rate: The budget account number for the Assistant Town Treasurer is 10-5-16-00 and the budgeted amount is $500.00
7. Vt. Legislative Reapportionment – Brookfield, Braintree, Roxbury, and part of Randolph. The Board discussed the best way to notify the general public about the proposed reapportionment. Ms. Lord will notify the public of the proposal by Front Porch Forum.
F. PAYROLL AND AP WARRANTS
The accounts payable were tabled until Wednesday when Mr. Kimmel will meet with Ms. Ingrassia to review the records. Mr. Benson made a motion to give Mr. Kimmel the authority to approve the accounts payable so they can be paid and mailed after review. Ms. Threlkeld seconded the motion which passed unanimously: 5-0-0.
G. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 18, 2021
It was brought to the attention of the Board that Mr. Dennis Boggs was named in the minutes as
having appeared before the Board. The person actually attending the meeting was Mr. Steve
Schaeffer. Mr. Benson made a motion to accept the minutes as amended (with apologies to Mr.
Boggs). Ms. Threlkeld seconded the motion which was carried unanimously: 5-0-0.
H. OTHER PROPER BUSINESS
Mr. Benson made a motion to incorporate the obituary of Ms. Brenda Churchill Flint into these
minutes. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion which was unanimously carried: 5-0-0.
BRENDA CHURCHILL FLINT
JULY 1, 1977 – OCTOBER 15, 2021
Brookfield, VT
Brenda Flint, 44 of Brookfield, VT was taken much too young on Friday, October 15th in Brookfield, doing what she loved, walking.
Brenda was born to Ray and Lora Churchill of Brookfield, VT on July 1, 1977. She married Paul Flint in 2000.Their daughter Samantha was born in 2005.
Brenda was a member of the national honor society for four years at both RUHS and RAVC. Upon graduating she attended Vermont Technical College on a full tuition scholarship where she earned herAssociate of Applied Science in Business Administration. She later received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Johnson State College.
Brenda had an unmatchable work ethic. She had just begun a new position as Controller for VTC and CCV.
Prior, she was Director of Business Services and Associate Controller at Vermont State Colleges,
office of the Chancellor for 5 years and a Staff Accountant for 8 years at VTC. Her career began at
Dubois and King working as a Staff Accountant for 11 years.
In her spare time she helped run Sky View Farm Dairy and Maple Sugaring. Formally a Brookfield town auditor for 6 years, she began her 2 yr term as a Selectboard Member of financial controls for the town of Brookfield this past July.
She was a blood donor for the Red Cross for 25 years; upon her passing she donated her organs.
Brenda loved mini things, M&M’s and numbers. Spreadsheets were the answer to all things requiring organization.
She was an avid college basketball fan, Duke was her team. A Patriots fan. A Tom Brady fan. Even after leaving the Pats her loyalty never swayed for Tom. She enjoyed traveling, concerts, Disney, running, walking, biking, medaled competitions, hosting parties, being with her family and friends, country music, and baking.
She was truly happy; shining in the prime of her life. A loving wife, mother, daughter and sister; adoredby her colleagues and was a good friend to many.
Brenda is survived by her wonderful husband Paul and daughter Samantha, who were simply her
world. Her parents, Ray and Lora Churchill. Her older sister, Amy Ferris and younger sister Tina
Churchill. Brother in-laws Michael Ferris and Bruce Wilson and her nieces and nephews Joshua,
Amanda and Joseph Ferris and Quentin Wilson. Her Grandfather and his wife, Kermit and Sandra LaBounty and her many aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends.
She is predeceased by her maternal Grandmother, Lois LaBounty and her paternal grandparents,
Robert and- Margaret Churchill.
A funeral service and reception will be held at The Chandler Center for the Arts, 71 N. Main Street in Randolph on Thursday, October 21st at 3:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers and food, donations may be made to:
The Brenda Churchill Flint Memorial Scholarship,
Vermont Tech
Attn: Development & Alumni Relations Office
PO Box 500
Randolph Ctr, VT 05061
or The Red Cross
I. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, Ms. Threlkeld called for adjournment at 10:15 p.m. Mr. LaRocque seconded the motion and the meeting was unanimously adjourned.

Draft Minutes of the Special Meeting
TOWN OF BROOKFIELD SELECTBOARD
Town Clerk’s Office
October 18, 2021
THOSE PRESENT: John Benson, Chair; Jeff Kimmel, Dennis LaRocque, Kate Threlkeld, members; Amy Ingrassia, Assistant Town Clerk; Betty Lord, Secretary; Dennis Boggs and Jack Zebora.
A. CALL TO ORDER: The Chair, Mr. John Benson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a few moments of silence in memory of Selectboard member Brenda Flint, who passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021.
B. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: None
C: PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
D. PAYROLL AND WARRANTS: Mr. Kimmel made a motion to table the Payroll and Accounts
Payable Warrants until the next regular meeting on Monday, October 25, 2021. Mr. LaRocque
seconded the motion and the warrants were tabled until the next meeting. 4-0-0.
F. OTHER BUSINESS: Mr. Benson moved the meeting to Item F on the agenda and stated that Starr Strong had agreed to be the Town Health Officer for another year. Mr. Benson made a motion to officially appoint Starr Strong to be the Town Health Officer for another year. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved: 4-0-0. Mr. Benson will send the appropriate notification to the State of Vermont Department of Health.
Mr. Jack Zebora and Mr. Dennis Boggs appeared before the Board to ask who was going to be
appointed to fill the position vacated by the death of Board member Brenda Flint. Mr. Benson stated that it had not been a full week since Ms. Flint’s death and that it was too early to expect that the position be filled. Mr. Boggs replied that it was the responsibility of the Board to make a decision to fill the position. Mr. Benson said that he is well aware of the responsibilities of the Board and the Board would be making a decision in due time.
E. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION: After discussion, the Board agreed that the
Administrative Assistant’s position should be changed from a salaried position to an hourly position. At that point, Mr Kimmel moved that the Board go into Executive Session to meet with the applicants for the position. Ms. Threlkeld seconded and the Executive Session began at 7:40 p.m. At 8:37 p.m. Mr. Benson moved to come out of Executive Session and then adjourn the meeting. Mr. Kimmel seconded the motion and the meeting was unanimously adjourned: 4-0-0.