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Selectboard Regular Meeting Monday, June 09, 2025 06:00 PM Chris Letourneau Meeting Room and via Zoom

Zoom Details:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6165843896?pwd=STduU2JzTmpiVmE1MXZSaWZWLzVadz09

Meeting ID: 616 584 3896 | Passcode: 5243524

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1.CALL TO ORDER

2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3.CHAIR UPDATE

4.ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA

5.SELECTBOARD MINUTES AND WARRANTS

  1. A.Approval of Minutes May 20, 2025 Special Meeting

  2. B.Approval of Selectboard Regular Meeting Minutes for May 28, 2025

  3. C.Approval of Warrants #2517

6.PUBLIC COMMENT (For items not on agenda)

All participants must clearly state their names. Appropriate actions will be considered once the Selectboard has reviewed the information provided and necessary subsequent research.

  1. A.Carolyn Branagan- Visit with Legislative Update

7.CORRESPONDENCE

  1. A.To whom it may concern,

     

    Every year, the Lake Champlain International fishing tournament takes place on fathers day weekend, ending on that Monday every year. Specifically, this year it is from 6/14 thru 6/16.

     

    Because there is so much boating activity that weekend, all the boat access ramps become very busy and crowded. It is for this reason that I would request that Georgia consider opening the Beach Park gate at 4am to allow town residents like me and my fishing partners to launch earlier than the normal park hours.

     

    Thank you in advance for your consideration of this matter.

     

    Alan Parent

8.BOARD BUSINESS (Public comment on agenda items limited to 5 minutes)

  1. A.Bid Opening for 75ft Aerial Ladder Truck for Fire Department

  2. B.Josh Serpe of Friends of Northern Lake Champlain-Project Update and Discussion -Mill River Southeast Clean Water Project

  3. C.Sheriff John Grismore will join the Selectboard to provide an update on law enforcement activity and community safety in the Town. He will share his perspective on the current contract, the impact of increased patrol hours, and any observations or concerns regarding local trends. The Board will also have an opportunity to discuss ongoing collaboration and ask questions.

  4. D.Bridge # 10 (Highbridge)-Update on Road Closures/Bridge Replacement Construction- 

    We have received an update from Tyler Billingsley regarding the upcoming replacement of Bridge #10 (Highbridge).

    Construction is scheduled to begin on June 30, 2025, with an estimated completion date of September 8, 2025.

    Please note:
    🔒 The bridge will be fully closed to all traffic beginning Monday, June 30 at 8:00 AM through Monday, September 8 at 5:00 PM.
    🚗 The bridge is expected to reopen to traffic on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

    We are currently coordinating with surrounding towns to finalize an emergency response plan during the closure and are working to notify all relevant agencies, residents, and stakeholders in advance.

    Further updates will be shared as they become available. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this important infrastructure improvement project.

  5. E.2025 Local Emergency Plan-Action To Approve

  6. F.Update from Public Works Director-Todd Cadieux

  7. G.Terri Sabens Incoming Town Assessor-Request to Issue RFP for Townwide Reappraisal--Discussion and request for Selectboard approval to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a full townwide reappraisal.

  8. H.Personnel Policy-Action To Approve

  9. I.Cell Phone Policy-Action To Approve

  10. J.Rules of Procedure for the Town of Georgia Selectboard Policy-Action To Approve Updates

  11. K.Electronic Sign-Placement Decision

9.UNFINISHED BUSINESS

  1. A.Closing Of Perrigo-Discussion Regarding Amazon Distribution Center Ideas

  2. B.Bridge # 28 (Mill River Bridge)

  3. C.N.E. Archaeology Research Center-Artifact from VELCO Line K80 Project

  4. D.Beach Bathrooms Renovations

  5. E.Velco-ROW-SLW-Easement Deed for Permanent Access--Draft Easement still under review with attorney

  6. F.Parcel ID 1122600000-TOG Lot-Awaiting new regulations

  7. G.American Tower

  8. H.Boat Docks

  9. I.Georgia Public Library Building Revitalization

  10. J.ACO-Boarding Options @ Old Town Garage

10.TOWN ADMINISTRATOR, TREASURER AND SELECTBOARD SUB COMMITTEES REPORTS

  1. A.The Town Administrator will present spreadsheets outlining the current Town policies, procedures, and ordinances. The presentation will include questions for the Selectboard regarding the evaluation of internal controls and protocols related to office operations, training, human resources, finance, and safety. The Selectboard will be asked to provide input on priority areas and the preferred order for review, with the goal of identifying improvement opportunities, ensuring compliance, and strengthening organizational practices.

    Discussion regarding Ordinance for ATV/Dirt bikes, motorized vehicles in public places.

  2. B.Treasurer 

  3. C.Buildings

  4. D.Budget and Finance

  5. E.Personnel-Vacation Approval for TA

  6. F.Committees at the direction of the chair

11.OTHER

12.PLAN NEXT MEETING AGENDA

  1. A.June 23, 2025

13.EXECUTIVE SESSION (if needed, pursuant to 1 V.S.A sec 313)

I would entertain a motion to enter into executive session to discuss ______________ which premature disclosure or discussion may be detrimental to the board in itself and/or individuals involved. 

I move that we enter into executive session to discuss ___________ with (state names of attendees) under the provisions of Title 1, Section 313(a)(1)(A) of the Vermont Statutes. (State Time.)

  1. A.Grievances, other than tax grievances. 1 V.S.A 313 (a)(1)(D), to include personnel errors

14.ADJOURN

TABLED ITEMS:

Agendas are posted to the Town website, four designated places within the Town of Georgia (Town Clerk’s Office, Georgia Public Library, Maplefields & Georgia Market), and e-mailed to the local media. 

Minutes and meeting videos are posted on the Town of Georgia website.

Signed: Stacy Katon, Town Administrator

Phone: 802-524-3524 | Fax: 802-524-3543 | Website: townofgeorgia.com