Rockingham public meetings in 2024

(2024 12 19) PC

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SB (2024 12 17)

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(2024 12 17) Rockingham Selectboard

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24 1212

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24 1212

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(2024 12

The Development Review Board approved minutes from two previous meetings. Public hearings were held for three applications, resulting in one hearing being continued to a future date and two hearings being closed for further review.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Application 24.1105.Buc (1 Westminster Street) to January 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for Application 24.1106.Atk (6 Gove Street) (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for Application 24.0820.Faz (8 Island Street) (unanimous)

(2024 12 11) DRB

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(2024 12 10) Rockingham Energy Commission

The committee approved the November meeting minutes. Members discussed a geothermal energy grant for Bellows Falls, potential home energy visit training, and the use of an idle high school wood shop for carpentry apprenticeships.

• Approved November minutes

(2024 12 10) Energy Committee

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(2024 12 10) BF Trustees

The board approved two resolutions to use SLFRF funds for wastewater and police payroll expenses. They also granted a transient merchant license and approved routine bills and warrants.

• Approved $172,000 in SLFRF funds for FY2024 wastewater workforce payroll (unanimous)
• Approved $485,344.15 in SLFRF funds for FY2025 wastewater and police workforce payroll (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchants License for Matt Sexton to sell wreaths (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes as written (unanimous)

(2024 12 10) BF Village Trustees

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(2024 12 9) RCC

The committee approved the cemetery statement for the Town annual report and reviewed a proposed $52,500 budget for digitization, photography, and repairs. Members discussed resolving record discrepancies and planning volunteer cleanup efforts for the spring.

• Approved November 11, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved cemetery statement for Town annual report (unanimous)
• Agreed to seek RFP for cemetery map digitization
• Agreed to post updates on Historic Preservation Society Facebook page
• Set meeting dates for second Mondays in January, February, and March

RCC (20241209)

The Rockingham Conservation Commission approved the minutes from their November meeting. The commission discussed administrative updates, regional meeting planning, and various environmental projects, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2024 12 9) Cemetery Committee

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(2024 12 6) Town

The Board of Liquor Commissioners met to review license applications for the Saxtons River Inn. The board voted to approve both a First Class and a Third Class restaurant/bar license for the establishment.

• Approved First Class Restaurant/Bar License for Saxtons River Inn
• Approved Third Class Restaurant/Bar License for Saxtons River Inn

(2024 12 5) Selectboard

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(2024 12 03)

The Board ratified a CDBG-GRAS grant agreement and approved awarding a contract to VHB for the Rockingham Safety Action Plan. Members also expressed support for a $237K Save America’s Treasures grant application for mural restoration and the renewal of National Register nominations for the Bellows Falls Downtown Historic District.

• Ratified CDBG-GRAS grant agreement approval (carried)
• Approved awarding SS4A grant contract to VHB for Safety Action Plan
• Supported $237K Save America’s Treasures grant application for mural restoration
• Supported renewal of National Register nominations for Bellows Falls Downtown Historic District
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (carried)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 (carried)

(2024 12 3) Rockingham Selectboard

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2024 Bellows Falls Service Line Inventory list

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All Town Plan Maps (2024 Update)

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(2024 11 26) TriBoard

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(2024 11 26) TriBoard

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(2024 11 21) Walk Bike Committee

The Rockingham Walk-Bike Committee approved the minutes from its October 31 meeting and discussed sidewalk priorities, bike parking zoning regulations, and grant deadlines. Members also planned a future meeting to work on a bike safety video storyboard.

• Approved minutes of October 31 meeting

(2024 11 21) Walk Bike Committee

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(2024 11 21 Planning Commission

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(2024 11 19)

The Selectboard ratified a resolution placing the proposed merger of three local fire departments on the Town Meeting ballot. The board also approved a $250,000 grant agreement for the GRAS biomass boiler project and ratified a contract with Sansoucy for appraisal services. In addition, members appointed Elijah Zimmer to the Walk-Bike Committee and reviewed updates on the delayed Depot Bridge replacement project.

• Ratified Town Meeting resolution to put a three-way fire department merger to voters
• Approved $250,000 grant agreement resolution for GRAS biomass boiler project
• Ratified previous approval of Sansoucy appraisal contract
• Appointed Elijah Zimmer to the Walk-Bike Committee
• Approved routine orders, bills, and warrants
• Approved Nov. 5, 2024 meeting minutes

(2024 11 19) RSB

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(2024 11 14) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Zoning Amendments Subcommittee approved adding Accessory On-Farm Businesses as a permitted use in districts where agriculture is allowed. Members also reviewed proposed changes to Article 4, definitions, and subdivision regulations, and added a definition for "Strip-Type Development." No meeting will be held in December.

• Approved minutes of 10/17/24 (3-0)
• Added Accessory On-Farm Businesses as a permitted use in agricultural districts
• Added 'Strip-Type Development' definition to the Zoning Ordinance
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

(2024 11 14) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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TOR RLF 2024 11 13 w BFVC ARPA Housing Program RLF for 2024 11 26

The Revolving Loan Fund Committee approved a final policy for the ARPA Infill Program to be sent to the Tri-Board for adoption. The committee also authorized collection letters for three delinquent accounts.

• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorized collection letters for 3 delinquent accounts
• Authorized Development Director to mail collection letters via US Post certified/receipt
• Approved final ARPA Infill Program policy for Tri-Board adoption
• Appointed Sandy Martin as the RLF representative to the Housing Redevelopment Fund selection committee

(2024 11 13) RLF

The Rockingham Revolving Loan Fund Committee approved the September 16, 2024 minutes, authorized certified collection letters for three delinquent accounts, and finalized the ARPA Infill Program policy to send to the Tri-Board meeting for adoption. The committee also reviewed the RLF Interest Annual Expenditure request for Placer AI.

• Approved minutes of September 16, 2024
• Reviewed RLF Interest Annual Expenditure request for Placer AI
• Authorized collection letters and certified mailing by Development Director for 3 delinquent accounts
• Approved final version of ARPA Infill Program policy to send to Tri-Board meeting for adoption

RLF November 13, 2024

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(2024 11 13) DRB

The Development Review Board held three public hearings regarding property use and site plans. The board continued a hearing on lighting at 8 Island Street to December 11, 2024, and closed hearings for applications at 25 Old Terrace and 212 Rockingham Street. Additionally, the board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2024, meeting.

• Continued 8 Island Street lighting hearing to Dec 11 (5-0)
• Closed 25 Old Terrace change of use hearing (5-0)
• Closed 212 Rockingham Street deck reconstruction hearing (5-0)
• Approved Oct 9, 2024, meeting minutes (3-0-2)

(2024 11 13) DRB

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(2024 11 12) Rockingham Energy Committee

The committee approved the October meeting minutes. Members discussed potential rooftop solar grants for town buildings, a future electric transportation event, and the possibility of offering free home energy visits.

• Approved October minutes

(2024 11 12) BF Trustees

The board filled a vacant trustee position by appointing Susan MacNeil to serve until May 2025. The board also approved a permit for Christmas caroling and decided that homeowners are responsible for lead and copper pipe replacements.

• Appointed Susan MacNeil as Trustee until May 2025 (unanimous)
• Denied nomination of Deborah Wright for Trustee vacancy (tie-break by chair)
• Approved Open Air Event Permit for Community Christian Church of Athens for Dec 7 and Dec 21 (unanimous)
• Decided homeowners are responsible for costs of lead and copper inventory replacements
• Approved Orders, Bills & Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

(2024 11 12) Rockingham Energy Committee

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(2024 11 12) BFVC

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(2024 11 11) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The Rockingham Cemetery Committee unanimously approved its September 16, 2024 minutes and discussed future projects, fund disbursements from Perpetual Care funds, and the upcoming town annual report statement. The committee also scheduled its next meeting for December 9, 2024.

• Approved September 16, 2024 minutes (unanimously)

(2024 11 11) RCC

The commission approved the minutes from the October meeting. Members discussed potential locations and speakers for a January Regional Conservation Commission meeting and reviewed updates on solar grants and river alterations.

• Approved October minutes

(2024 11 11) RCC

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(2024 11 11) Conservation Commission

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Rockingham Town Plan Public Hearing (Nov 6th, 2024)

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24 1105

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SB (2024 11 05)

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(2024 11 05) RSB

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(2024 10 30) BCA

The Board of Civil Authority met to organize for upcoming elections. Members approved updates to the town checklist and confirmed the appointment of assistant election officials.

• Appointed Paul Obuchowski as chairperson
• Approved additions and deletions to the town checklist
• Approved assistant election officials

(2024 10 29) Planning Commission

The Rockingham Planning Commission postponed approval of the September 26 meeting minutes to November 21 and discussed proposed zoning bylaw amendments, including family childcare regulations, home occupations, and parking requirements. The board agreed that family childcare up to 12 children should be a permitted use up to 1 acre, but did not reach a consensus on removing five-year permit renewals. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn at 7:43 p.m.

• Postponed approval of September 26 meeting minutes to November 21, 2024
• Agreed that family childcare up to 12 kids should be a permitted use up to 1 acre
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m.

(2024 10 29) PC

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(2024 10 28) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

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October 28,2024

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24 1022

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(2024 10 22) Tri Board

The Rockingham Selectboard, Bellows Falls Village Trustees, and Saxtons River Village Trustees held a special meeting to discuss fire department consolidation and ambulance services. Following public opposition regarding tax impacts and notification, the boards amended and approved a motion to place the single-department, three-station fire proposal on the March 2025 Australian ballot. A preliminary discussion on ambulance and EMS services was tabled to a future date.

• Approved September 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved moving to a single fire department with three stations to be voted on by Australian Ballot in March 2025 (Saxtons River 5-0, Selectboard 4-0, Trustees 3-1)
• Approved original motion for a single fire department with three stations (Saxtons River 3-2, Selectboard 4-0, Trustees 3-1)
• Tabled preliminary discussion of Ambulance/EMS Services
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:24 p.m.

(2024 10 22) TriBoard

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(2024 10 17) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Rockingham Zoning Amendments Subcommittee approved several draft updates to Articles 1 and 2, including establishing a maximum residential parking space size of 9 by 18 feet and clarifying front-yard setback flexibility in the R-7 district. The committee agreed to keep draft language for family childcare while setting minimum acreage requirements in the RR-1 district. Action on potential bicycle rack requirements and accessory on-farm businesses was postponed for further review at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of Sept. 19, 2024 (4-0)
• Agreed to set maximum residential parking space size at 9' x 18'
• Agreed to revised front-yard setback rule for Residential (R-7) district
• Maintained proposed family childcare language with 1-acre home and 2-acre facility minimums in RR-1
• Postponed bicycle rack zoning provisions to next meeting
• Postponed review of Section 3144 (Accessory On-Farm Businesses) to next meeting

(2024 10 17) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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(2024 10 15)

The Rockingham Select Board approved reimbursing a resident for attorney fees, authorized a grant request for a VTrans right-of-way, and advanced a train station purchase agreement option extension toward a future Town Meeting vote. The board also approved bike rack locations at Village Square Booksellers and passed orders, bills, and warrants. Additionally, the board discussed opera house operations, VOSHA settlement terms, CEDS project submissions, and financial updates.

• Approved reimbursing Annette Spaulding $1,759.87 for attorney fees related to tax bills (unanimous)
• Approved installing two bike racks for four bikes at the Village Square Booksellers bumpout
• Authorized the municipal manager to request a VTrans grant for right-of-way for Bridge No. 3 on VT Rt. 103 / Rt. 5
• Agreed via a unanimous straw poll to bring the Bellows Falls Train Station intent to Town Meeting
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants

(2024 10 15)

The Rockingham Select Board approved reimbursing a resident for attorney fees, approved bike rack locations, and authorized a VTrans grant request. The board also discussed Opera House operations, VOSHA compliance, economic development projects, and unanimously agreed via a straw motion to place the Bellows Falls Train Station purchase agreement on the Town Meeting ballot.

• Approved reimbursing Annette Spaulding $1,759.87 for attorney closing fees related to tax bills (unanimous)
• Approved two bike racks for four bikes at the Village Square Booksellers bumpout (motion carried)
• Authorized municipal manager to request VTrans grant for right-of-way easement for Bridge No. 3 on VT Rt. 103 / Rt. 5
• Unanimously agreed via a straw motion to bring intent to vote on the Bellows Falls Train Station project to Town Meeting
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants

(2024 10 15) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2024 10 14) Conservation Commission

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(2024 10 14)

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(2024 10 8) BCA

The Rockingham Board of Civil Authority organized for its session by electing a chairperson and reviewed the upcoming schedule for processing absentee ballots. Board members set a meeting for October 30 to approve checklist additions and deletions, and adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

• Nominated and elected Paul Obuchowski as chairperson (motion carried)
• Agreed without objection to allow Obuchowski to process returned absentee ballot outer envelopes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 14 through October 31
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:32 p.m. (motion by Vancor, seconded by Wright, carried)

(2024 10 8) BF Trustee

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees unanimously adopted a new police vehicle pursuit policy drafted by the Vermont League of Cities and Towns. The board also approved a Halloween parade permit for Central Elementary School and two banner requests. In addition, trustees approved orders, bills, and warrants, and discussed filling an upcoming trustee vacancy.

• Adopted VLCT police Vehicle Pursuit Policy (unanimous)
• Approved parade permit for Central Elementary School Halloween Parade (unanimous)
• Approved banner request for American Legion Post 37 for November 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved banner request for Rockin-Ham 5K for March 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)

(2024 10 8) BFVC

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Rockingham Audit 2024

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SB (2024 10 01)

The Board authorized $150,000 in ARPA funds for a Save America’s Treasures grant match and awarded contracts for heating oil and propane. The Board also approved the Municipal Manager to work with the Sexton and Cemetery Committee on maintenance funding. A committee was formed to determine bike rack locations in the Square.

• Approved $150,000 in ARPA funds for Rockingham Meeting House grant match
• Awarded propane contract to L&G Propane, Inc. at $1.30/gallon ($35,657.55)
• Awarded heating oil contract to Discount Oil at $2.42/gallon ($60,475)
• Approved Municipal Manager to work with Sexton and Committee on cemetery maintenance funding
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants
• Approved minutes of September 17 and September 24, 2024

(2024 10 1) Rockingham Selectboard

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PC (2024 09 26)

The commission approved the minutes from the August 29, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the upcoming October 26 public meeting regarding the Modernization Grant and reviewed recommended zoning amendments to align with the Home Act.

• Approved August 29, 2024 meeting minutes

(2024 09 26) PC

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Rockingham Town Plan (Effective September 24th, 2024)

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(2024 09 24) Tri Board

The Rockingham Selectboard, Bellows Falls Village Trustees, and Saxtons River Village Trustees voted to pursue a single, three-station fire department model. The boards also authorized a grant application and adopted a resolution for the Vermont 250th Anniversary celebration. Additionally, the boards held a question-and-answer session with state legislators.

• Authorized Municipal Manager to execute EECG Grant documents (3-1)
• Adopted resolution for Vermont 250th Anniversary celebration (unanimous)
• Approved motion to work toward a single, three-station fire department (unanimous)
• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2024 09 24) Town Plan Hearing SB

The Select Board reconvened and closed a public hearing regarding the Town Plan Update. Following the hearing, the Board voted to officially adopt the plan and refer it to the Windham Regional Commission for review.

• Approved amended minutes of September 3, 2024
• Adopted the Town Plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to refer the Town Plan to the Windham Regional Commission

(2024 09 24) Town Plan Hearing SB

The Select Board reconvened and closed a public hearing regarding the Town Plan Update. Following the hearing, the Board voted to officially adopt the plan and refer it to the Windham Regional Commission for review.

• Approved amended minutes of September 3, 2024
• Adopted Town Plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to refer adopted Town Plan to Windham Regional Commission

24 0924

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Rockingham Town Plan Sep 24

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(2024 09 24) TriBoard

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(2024 09 24) RSB at 530 pm

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(2024 9 19) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Zoning Amendments Subcommittee reviewed and proposed specific language changes to Articles One and Two of the zoning ordinance. The subcommittee also approved the minutes from their August 15, 2024, meeting. The proposed amendments are scheduled for introduction to the full Planning Commission on September 26, 2024.

• Approved August 15, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Proposed revisions to Article One sections 1210, 1320, 1325, 1326, 1335, and 1615
• Proposed revisions to Article Two sections 2416, 2422, 2430, and 2510
• Added definition for 'Occupancy' to zoning ordinance
• Set next meeting for October 17, 2024
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

(2024 9 19) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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SB (2024 9 17)

The Rockingham Select Board approved a 20% local match of $151,157, contingent on receiving a $1,404,833 federal FEMA HMGP grant for the Rockingham Industrial Park stormwater project. The Board also approved a Waypoint Center use application for a business mixer and a letter of attestation supporting the Bellows Falls Downtown Development Alliance (BFDDA). Additionally, the Board tabled a Walk-Bike Committee request for a temporary bike rack platform until October 1.

• Approved Waypoint Center use application for BFDDA business mixer
• Approved letter of attestation supporting BFDDA and downtown vibrancy funding
• Tabled Walk-Bike Committee request for a bike rack platform until October 1 (4-0)
• Approved $151,157 expense for stormwater project contingent on $1,404,833 federal grant award

(2024 09 17) RSB at Town Hall

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(2024 9 16) Cemetery Committee

The Rockingham Cemetery Committee reviewed recent complaints regarding cemetery landscaping, discussed updates on cemetery-related funds, and approved minutes from previous meetings. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the creation of an official committee email account.

• Established an official Gmail account for the RCC (approved)
• Approved meeting minutes for July 22, 2024 and August 19, 2024 (approved)

(2024 09 16) RLF

The Rockingham Revolving Loan Fund Committee approved minutes from February 19, 2024, and reviewed the fund balance sheet along with three delinquent loan accounts. The committee also discussed potential RLF administration of the BFVC ARPA program and scheduled upcoming monthly meetings. No final loan or policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of February 19, 2024 (carried)

RLF September 16, 2024

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(2024 9 16) Cemetery Commission

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(2024 9 10) BF Trustees

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees adopted Chapter VI of the village ordinances regarding offenses against persons and property. The board also voted to increase fees for the village banner policy. Additionally, the trustees approved the payment of orders, bills, and warrants.

• Approved adoption of Chapter VI (Offenses Against Persons and Property) (unanimous)
• Increased local banner fees from $50 to $75 (unanimous)
• Increased non-local banner fees from $100 to $150 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

(2024 09 10) BFVC

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(2024 9 9) Conservation Committee

The Commission approved the minutes from their July meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports on energy initiatives, river conservation, trail planning, and natural resource observations.

• Approved July meeting minutes (passed)

(2024 9 9) Conservation Commission

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2024 Town Plan to RSB September 3, 2024

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(2024 09 03) RSB at Town Hall

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PC (2024 08 29)

The Rockingham Planning Commission approved the July 25, 2024 meeting minutes, received updates on the Town Plan adoption and zoning amendments, and voted to support applying for a Neighborhood Development Area grant through the Windham Regional Commission.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Supported applying for an NDA grant through WRC (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 pm

(2024 08 29) Planning Commission

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(2024 08 26) Fire Committee

The Fire Committee reviewed the consolidation proposal for the Saxton's River and Rockingham fire departments. Members discussed updates to financials and equipment impacts, with plans to refine the proposal for the upcoming Tri-Board meeting on September 24, 2024.

• Reviewed SR/Rockingham consolidation proposal
• Scheduled further proposal refinement for Tri-Board meeting on 9-24

(2024 08 26) Fire Committee

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24 0820

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24 0820

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24 0820 Sak 38 Hines Rd

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(2024 8 20) BF Trustee

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees approved three event applications and the village's financial orders, bills, and warrants. The board also reviewed updates on several infrastructure projects, including the water tank, Kissell Hill, and the School/Atkinson Street project. No other formal actions were taken, with several items tabled for future meetings.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved parade and open-air event applications (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

(2024 08 20) BFVC

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(2024 08 19) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The committee reviewed administrative procedures, including minute posting requirements and the creation of a dedicated Google account for public document access. Members decided to prioritize the approval of committee responsibilities before submitting cemetery rules and regulations to the Selectboard. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

• Postponed approval of July 22, 2024 minutes
• Decided to seek Selectboard approval for committee responsibilities first
• Agreed to create a Google account for committee collaboration
• Set next meeting for September 16, 2024

(2024 8 19) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

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(2024 8 15) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Rockingham Zoning Amendments Subcommittee approved the minutes from their July 18, 2024 meeting and reviewed proposed language for various zoning sections, including family child care, off-site parking, signs, accessory structures, wireless telecommunications, and definitions. They also scheduled their next meeting for September 19, 2024, and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of the July 18, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Agreed to reduce minimum required acreage for family child care from 2 to 1 acre in the RR-1 district and reviewed Section 3155 language
• Modified Section 3232 regarding off-site parking based on Brattleboro's ordinance
• Consensus reached to prohibit electronic message signs except for fuel pricing and review Essex Junction language for prohibited signs
• Agreed on language for Section 2540.C regarding setbacks for accessory structures
• Agreed to add provision 4530.3.B to Section 4530 regarding wireless telecommunications facilities
• Reviewed various definitions including camp, campground, dwellings, and emergency shelter
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:55 pm (4-0)

(2024 8 15) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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24 0813

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(2024 08 13) RSB

The Rockingham Select Board held a public hearing and voted to adopt the updated Town Plan with specific revisions regarding land use and zoning. The Board also heard presentations on environmental testing at the train station property, a feasibility study for the Bridge Street parking lot, and advanced project scoping for the School and Atkinson Streets Transportation Alternatives Program. Additionally, the Board appointed members to the Planning Commission and approved a reallocation of funds for a scoping contract.

• Approved the updated Town Plan with specific amendments (4-1, Golec voting No)
• Appointed Jim Mullen to a 3-year term on the Planning Commission
• Appointed Andrew Dunbar as a student member to the Planning Commission for a 1-year term (4-0, J. Dunbar abstained)
• Reallocated funds for the School and Atkinson Streets scoping contract and authorized the municipal manager to sign
• Adopted the preferred alternative and final scoping report for the School and Atkinson Streets TAP project with added lighting recommendations
• Entered and subsequently adjourned executive session to discuss real estate options

(2024 08 13) Rockingham Selectboard

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24 0806

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24 0730 Pag 20 Rand Rd

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24 0730

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(2024 07 25) Planning Commission

The Rockingham Planning Commission approved the June 27, 2024 meeting minutes, agreed to send a memo with recommended changes to the Town Plan for a Selectboard public hearing, and accepted zoning and regulatory updates. The Commission also nominated Andrew Dunbar as a student planning member for a one-year term starting in September 2024.

• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved changes to the Town Plan and agreed to send a memo to the Selectboard (motion carried)
• Nominated Andrew Dunbar as the student planning member for a 1-year term starting September 2024 (motion carried)

(2024 07 25) Planning Commission

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24 0723 Car

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24 0723 Law 212 Rockingham Rd

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SB (2024 07 23)

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SB (2024 07 23)

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SB (2024 07 23)

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(2024 07 23) RSB

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(2024 07 22) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The Rockingham Cemetery Committee elected Anne as chairperson for a one-year term from August 2024 to July 2025 and approved the May and June 2023 meeting minutes with one edit. The committee also discussed cemetery-related funds, town webpage progress, and rules and regulations updates, but made no other formal spending or policy decisions.

• Approved May and June 2023 meeting minutes with one edit
• Elected Anne as new RCC chairperson for August 2024-July 2025

(2024 7 22) Cemetery Commission

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(2024 7 18) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Rockingham Zoning Amendments Subcommittee approved previous meeting minutes and reached consensus on proposed dimensional and density regulations for the R-7 and R-14 zoning districts in response to state housing legislation. The subcommittee also discussed R-1 district lot sizes and reviewed portions of proposed amendments to Article 3 of the zoning bylaws, before setting their next meeting for August 15, 2024.

• Approved minutes of 4/18/24 and 5/29/24 (unanimous, with Martin abstaining for 5/29)
• Reached consensus on proposed text changes for R-7 zoning district dimensional and density regulations
• Reached consensus on proposed text changes for R-14 zoning district dimensional and density regulations
• Set next meeting date for August 15, 2024 at 6:00 pm

(2024 7 18) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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24 0716

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(2024 07 16) BFVC

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24 0710

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(2024 7 8) Rockingham Conservation Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from its June meeting. Members discussed ongoing environmental projects, including the upcoming Blake-Higgins dam removal and local river cleanup efforts, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2024 7 8) Conservation Commission

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24 0702

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24 0702

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(2024 6 28) Village Trustees

The Village Trustees held a special meeting to establish the village tax rate. The board approved the rate as proposed.

• Adopted tax rate of .6416403 (Passed)

(2024 6 28) Selectboard

The Selectboard met for a special meeting to establish the town tax rate. The board approved the rate of 1.2547.

• Adopted town tax rate of 1.2547 (Passed)

(2024 06 28) BF Village Trustees

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(2024 6 28) Rockingham Selectboard

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PC (2024 06 27)

The Planning Commission officially adopted the Town Plan following a final review of language and mapping. The board also reappointed one member and extended the deadline for the Zoning Amendments Subcommittee.

• Adopted the Town Plan (motion carried)
• Approved May 30, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Reappointed Jim Mullen to a 3-year term (motion carried)
• Extended Zoning Amendments Subcommittee work to 12/31/24 (motion carried)

(2024 06 27) Planning Commission

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24 0625

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24 0625

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24 0625

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(2024 6 25) Board of Abatement

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Tri Board June 25 2024

The Rockingham Selectboard and Bellows Falls Trustees approved a 75%-25% cost split for the state-mandated Vermont Child Care Tax Credit Program. The boards also reviewed tax sale recoveries and results from a special town meeting regarding meeting dates.

• Approved 75%-25% split for Child Care Tax Credit (Bellows Falls Trustees 3-1)
• Approved 75%-25% split for Child Care Tax Credit (Selectboard 4-1)
• Approved May 30, 2023 minutes with correction to Selectboard chair attendance
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants for Selectboard and Bellows Falls Trustees (unanimous)

(2024 6 20) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The June 20, 2024, meeting of the Zoning Amendments Subcommittee was cancelled because two members were out of town. No substantive decisions were made.

(2024 6 20) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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Town Plan adoption public for hearing 2024 06 19

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• Public hearing for Town Plan adoption

(2024 6 18) Trustee

The board approved a grant application to replace sewer dryers with a domestic source and authorized a banner for a 2025 school event. Trustees also voted to remove a 'No Parking' sign on Griswold and denied a utility bill reduction request.

• Approved SEWER 21 DOE grant application (unanimous)
• Approved banner application for Bellows Falls Central Elementary School Rockin Ham Run (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 'No Parking' sign on Griswold by eliminating line 54 of the ordinance (unanimous)
• Denied water bill reduction request for 37 Williams St. (4-1)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2024 06 18) Bellows Falls Village Trustees

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(2024 6 17) Cemetery Committee

The committee discussed ongoing maintenance issues at town cemeteries and reviewed draft documents, including the annual report and cemetery regulations. No formal votes were taken during the meeting, and the approval of the previous meeting's minutes was postponed.

• Postponed approval of May 20, 2024 minutes
• Agreed to maintain AJ’s Landscaping contract for 2024
• Tasked Denise Compton with researching future contract bidders
• Tasked Scott Pickup with researching new maintenance staffing models

20240617 RCC

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SB (2024 06 11)

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(2024 06 11) RSB

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(2024 06 10) Fire Committee

The committee voted to refine a single department proposal, including budget, operational, equipment, and future Saxton's River station details. This recommendation will be reviewed by the Tri-Board. A zone response update was held for a future meeting.

• Approved motion to refine single department proposal for Tri-Board review (5-0, 1 abstain)

(2024 06 10) Fire Committee

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(2024 5 30) Planning Commission

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(2024 05 30) PC

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(2024 5 29) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The subcommittee reviewed draft proposed amendments to Articles 1 and 2 of the Rockingham Zoning Bylaws. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Reviewed draft amendments to Article 1, specifically sections 1326 (Waivers) and 1335 (Temporary Uses and Structures)
• Reviewed draft amendments to Article 2, specifically sections 2310, 2320, 2510, 2520, 2540, and 2600
• Scheduled next meeting for June 20 at 6:00 pm

(2024 5 29) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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(2024 5 28) BF Village Trustees

The Board established its organizational schedule and policies and appointed the Village President to sign warrants. Trustees approved a contract for audit services with Sullivan Powers and Co and authorized a contract modification for a solar mechanical tank mixing system.

• Set regular meetings for 6:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month (Unanimous)
• Selected the Shopper as the Official Newspaper of record (Unanimous)
• Adopted Conflict of Interest, Code of Ethics, and other adopted policies (Unanimous)
• Appointed Village President Obuchowski to review and sign Warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved audit services contract with Sullivan Powers and Co (Unanimous)
• Authorized $67,400 contract addendum with DN Tanks for a solar mechanical tank mixer (Unanimous)
• Approved May 14, 2024, minutes with corrections (Unanimous)

(2024 05 28) BFVC

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(2024 5 23) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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Bellows Falls Village Voting Results

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24 0522

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SB (2024 05 21)

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(2024 05 21) RSB1

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(2024 5 20) Cemetery Committee

The committee decided to investigate Revolutionary War patriots across five cemeteries to align with DAR grant initiatives. Members discussed community feedback, volunteer management, and preparations for a report to the Selectboard.

• Approved minutes from April 2nd and 15th
• Decided to investigate Revolutionary War patriots in all five cemeteries
• Postponed discussion on the Coleman parcel adjacent to Saxtons River cemetery
• Deferred Saxtons River section markers until plot maps are confirmed

(2024 5 20) Cemetery Committee

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Bellows Falls Village Corp Annual May 20, 2024

The Bellows Falls Village Corporation held its annual meeting on May 20, 2024, to act on village business. Voters approved the annual budget for the upcoming fiscal year and authorized borrowing for the Kissell Hill Water Line replacement project. The meeting also included the receipt of annual officer reports and procedural business.

• Approved village officer reports
• Authorized borrowing in anticipation of tax/state/federal revenue (unanimous)
• Approved $1,837,355 budget for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Amended Kissell Hill water line borrowing article (17-10)
• Authorized $650,000 borrowing for Kissell Hill water line (30-0)

BF Village Annual May 20, 2024

The Bellows Falls Village Corporation approved a $1,837,355 budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Voters also authorized borrowing up to $650,000 for the Kissell Hill water line replacement project. Additionally, the board received annual officer reports and authorized borrowing in anticipation of tax collections.

• Approved $1,837,355 budget for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized $650,000 borrowing for Kissell Hill water line (unanimous)
• Amended Article 5 to remove specific water rate language (17-10)
• Approved borrowing in anticipation of taxes (unanimous)
• Accepted annual reports of Village Officers (passed)

(2024 05 15)

The Select Board entered an executive session to discuss negotiating or securing real estate purchase or lease options for the BF Train Station. No public decisions or votes on the purchase were recorded.

• Entered executive session to discuss BF Train Station real estate purchase or lease options

(2024 05 15) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2024 5 14) BF Village Trustees

The board adopted an updated Fair and Impartial Policing Policy and approved filing a lien on a property at 105 Madison Dr for unpaid water bills. They also approved two open-air event applications and routine bills.

• Approved BF Middle School BBQ application for May 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved American Legion Auxiliary Poppy distribution application (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Fair and Impartial Policing Policy (unanimous)
• Approved filing a lien for utility charges at 105 Madison Dr in Westminster (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on adding a no parking sign to Griswold Dr kiosk until June 18, 2024
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved April 9 and April 18 minutes (unanimous)

(2024 05 14) BFVC

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(2024 05 13) Fire Comm

The Joint Fire Committee met to review feasibility study recommendations provided by AP Triton. The committee discussed preferred alternatives to be presented at the June 25 meeting. No formal votes or final actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed AP Triton feasibility study recommendations
• Scheduled next Fire Equipment Committee meeting for June 10

(2024 05 13) Fire Committee

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24 0509

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24 0509

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24 0509

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24 0509

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24 0509

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PC (2024 05 09)

The Commission discussed updates to the Town Plan, including adding maps and photos and reviewing public comments from the April 30 event. A second public hearing is scheduled for June 13 and will be three hours long. No formal votes were taken on plan revisions during this special meeting.

• Scheduled second Town Plan public hearing for June 13 (3-hour duration)

(2024 05 09) Planning Commission

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SB (2024 05 07)

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(2024 05 07) RSB

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24 0506

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(2024 4 30) Tri Board

The board approved the annual Local Emergency Management Plan and the VT ALERT public safety notification system. Two sidewalk extensions in Saxtons River were approved. A fire department feasibility study was referred to the Fire Committee for further review.

• Adopted Local Emergency Management Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted VT ALERT for Public Safety Notification (unanimous)
• Approved extending West side Pleasant Street sidewalk to Shepard Lane (unanimous)
• Approved extending Westminster Street sidewalk to Hartley Hill Rd (unanimous)
• Moved Fire Department Feasibility Study to Fire Committee for recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved November 28, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

(2024 04 30) TriBoard

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Slides presented at Selectboard 2024 04 30

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2024 04 30 Town Selectboard

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PC (2024 04 25)

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from their March 28, 2024, meeting. Members also discussed preparations for the upcoming April 30 Town Plan presentation and scheduled a follow-up meeting for May 9.

• Approved March 28, 2024, minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2024, for next meeting date (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 p.m. (unanimous)

(2024 04 25) PC

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(2024 4 18) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Zoning Amendments Subcommittee reviewed proposed changes to Articles 1 and 2 of the Rockingham Zoning Bylaws to comply with the HOME Act. Members agreed on adjustments to lot size and setback requirements for the R-7 district and discussed the classification of multi-family dwellings. The committee also approved minutes from three previous meetings.

• Approved minutes from 2/13/24, 2/20/24, and 3/19/24 (4-0)
• Agreed to reduce R-7 minimum lot area from 7,000 to 5,000 sq. ft.
• Agreed to reduce R-7 front yard setback from 25’ to 10’
• Agreed to move PUD dimensional table to the PUD section
• Set next meeting for May 23, 2024

(2024 4 18) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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(2024 4 18) Trustee

At a special meeting on April 18, 2024, the Bellows Falls Village Trustees approved the 2025 Annual Village Meeting Warning. No other substantive items were on the agenda, and the meeting adjourned at 6:08 p.m.

• Approved the 2025 Annual Village Meeting Warning (unanimous)

(2024 04 18) BFVC

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(2024 04 16) SB and

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(2024 4 16) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2024 4 15) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The committee approved the minutes from March 26 and April 2. Members voted to move the finalized Rules and Regulations and cover letter to the City Manager. The committee also outlined a report for the Selectboard due May 3.

• Approved March 26, 2024 minutes with one correction
• Approved April 2, 2024 minutes as submitted
• Voted to move finalized Rules & Regs and cover letter to City Manager
• Postponed progress on assessment strategy until May

(2024 4 15) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

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(2024 04 15) Fire Committee

The committee reviewed the third draft of a feasibility study by AP Triton. Members also discussed 2024 grant submissions for AEDs.

(2024 04 15)

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(2024 04 15) Fire Equipment Committee

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24 0411

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24 0411

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24 0411

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24 0411

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(2024 4 10) Ordinance Committee

The committee approved a proposed ordinance regarding trespassing on Bellows Falls Village Property with grammatical amendments. They recommended inserting the ordinance into Chapter VI (Offenses Against Persons and Property) and forwarding the proposal to the manager.

• Approved Bellows Falls No Trespass Ordinance as amended (unanimous)
• Recommended inserting ordinance into Chapter VI and forwarding to manager (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 2/21/24 and 3/20/24 (unanimous)

(2024 4 10) BF Ordinance Committee

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(2024 4 9) BF Village Trustees

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees approved the 2025 budgets for the General Fund, Police, Fire, Water, and Sewer departments. The board also authorized a coin drop permit for the Ruck-Up group and approved a Memorandum of Agreement for a USDOE grant. Additionally, the trustees approved the payment of all orders, bills, and warrants.

• Approved 2025 budgets for General Fund, Police, Fire, Water, and Sewer (3-0)
• Approved Ruck-Up coin drop permit for June 22, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved USDOE Grant Assistance MOA (3-0)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (3-0)
• Approved April 9 meeting minutes (3-0)

(2024 04 09) BFVC

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April 2, 2024 Voting Results

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(2024 4 2) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The Rockingham Cemetery Committee met to review the condition of the Oak Hill Chapel and discuss potential revisions to cemetery rules. No formal votes were taken during the meeting; the committee postponed approval of previous minutes and held discussions regarding archival plans, volunteer engagement, and a report for the Selectboard.

• Postponed approval of February 26, 2024 minutes until April 15, 2024

(2024 04 02) Cemetery

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(2024 4 2) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2024 04 2) SB

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PC (2024 03 28)

The Commission accepted the Town Plan Assessment Report and discussed numerous proposed amendments to the Rockingham Zoning Ordinance. These proposed changes include updates to comply with the Be Home Act, revisions to parking and sign regulations, and adjustments to accessory building permits.

• Approved February 29, 2024, minutes
• Accepted Town Plan Assessment Report

(2024 03 28) PC

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(2024 3 26) BF Village Trustees

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees approved October 17, 2023 minutes, the annual Rockin Ham 5K road race application, a BF Alumni Association banner application, and a parade permit. The board voted to increase wastewater rates by 3% in the spring and 3% in the fall while leaving water rates unchanged, and approved ARPA funding allocations for a bio-solids grant match and the wastewater sludge dryer. The trustees also discussed upcoming budget proposals, financial reports, and entered an executive session to discuss contracts with no action taken.

• Approved October 17, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Rockin Ham Road Race application for April 6, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved BF Alumni Association banner application (unanimous)
• Approved BF Alumni Association parade permit application (unanimous)
• Increased wastewater rates by 3% in spring and 3% in fall; kept water rates unchanged (unanimous)
• Approved $103,756 in ARPA funds for the bio-solids grant match (unanimous)
• Approved $172,000 in ARPA funds to pay off the wastewater sludge dryer (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills & Warrants (unanimous)

(2024 3 26) BF Village Trustees

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(2024 3 20) BF Ordinance Committee

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(2024 3 20) BF Ordinance Committee

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(2024 3 19) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Zoning Amendments Subcommittee reviewed how the HOME Act affects dimensional regulations for residential dwellings. Members reached a consensus to propose reducing the minimum lot area in the R-7 zoning district from 7,000 to 5,000 square feet. No formal votes were taken, and remaining agenda items were tabled for a future meeting.

• Discussed HOME Act impacts on Article 2 zoning regulations
• Reached consensus to propose R-7 minimum lot area reduction to 5,000 sq. ft.
• Tabled remaining agenda items for a future meeting

(2024 03 19) SB

The Selectboard approved multiple liquor licenses, authorized grant applications for fire equipment, and set usage fees for the Waypoint Center. The board also discussed the Bellows Falls Train Station project and a potential property gift at 37 Main Street, requesting more information before proceeding with the latter. The meeting concluded with a review of upcoming town meeting articles and financial updates.

• Approved all liquor license applications
• Approved minutes of February 20, 2024
• Set $175 total usage fee for Alumni Association event at Waypoint Center
• Approved $390 total usage fee for BFDDA event at Waypoint Center
• Authorized $1,851.43 match for FEMA AED equipment grant
• Authorized $10,240 match for USDA extrication tools grant
• Adjourned meeting at 8:45 pm

(2024 3 19) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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(2024 03 19) RSB

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(2024 3 12) BF Village Trustees

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees approved a contract of $84,500 using ARPA funds for LULA electrical and construction work, authorized a 5% local match of $1,851.43 for a FEMA grant to purchase AEDs, and approved the Annual Farmers Market while tabling a second event application. The board also reviewed the draft 2023 audit and discussed the proposed 2025 water and sewer budget.

• Approved February 13, 2024 minutes as written, with instructions for the clerk to amend them
• Awarded LULA construction and electrical contract to All Season's Construction Corporation and Lawrence and Lober for $84,500 using Village ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Authorized Municipal Manager to execute application for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant for 20 AEDs and commit a 5% local match of $1,851.43 (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Farmers Market application for Hetty Green Park from June 7 to September 27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Tabled second Open Air Events application for Canal Street (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills, and Warrants (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)

(2024 3 12) BFVC

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RCC (20240311)

The Commission approved the February meeting minutes and discussed various conservation initiatives, including solar projects, invasive species management, and upcoming community events. A motion to send a letter of support to FERC regarding hydro-dam relicensing was tabled for further review. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Tabled motion to send FERC support letter

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(2024 3 6) BF Ordinance Committee

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(2024 02 29) PC

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to send the Town Plan out for adoption. Additionally, the Commission approved hiring Innes Associates as the consultant for the Bylaw Modernization project and finalized the Energy Narrative and Area Wide Plan.

• Approved February 15, 2024, minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved staff to consult with Jeff Nugent regarding GIS map formats
• Finalized Energy Narrative and Area Wide Plan as an appendix
• Voted to send Town Plan out for adoption (unanimous)
• Approved Innes Associates as Bylaw Modernization consultant (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

2024 02 29 PC

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(2024 2 26) Cemetery Committee

The committee discussed potential uses and interior assessments for the Oak Hill Chapel and reviewed strategies for cemetery maintenance RFPs and philanthropy. Members discussed developing a digital plat map and professional photography for cemetery assessments. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved December and January minutes

(2024 2 26) Cemetery Committee

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(2024 2 22) Fire Committee

The Fire Committee met to review a feasibility study conducted by AP Triton. Members also discussed 2024 grant submissions for AEDs and received an update from Chief McGinnis regarding radio grants and transmitter implementation. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed AP Triton feasibility study
• Discussed 2024 AED grant submissions
• Received update on radio grants and transmitter implementation

(2024 2 21) BF Ordinance Committee

The committee reviewed the City of Burlington’s No Trespass Ordinance for potential adoption. Members discussed specific text changes and where the ordinance would be placed within the village code. No final votes on the ordinance were taken.

• Approved minutes of September 27 2023, January 11 2024, and February 1 2024

(2024 2 21) BF Ordinance Committee

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(2024 02 20)

The Selectboard approved the final Town Meeting Warning for April 2024, removing articles related to changing the meeting day. The board also authorized several grant applications for infrastructure, historic preservation, and website upgrades, and approved multiple liquor and event licenses.

• Approved eight liquor and event license applications
• Adopted Town Meeting Warning, removing Saturday meeting articles
• Approved $175 facility fee for Bellows Falls Rotary at Waypoint Center
• Authorized Municipal Manager to improve open burning ordinance process
• Allocated $24,000 for Bellows Falls Complete Streets and Gateway Project
• Authorized USDA grant application for Saxtons River Road erosion mitigation
• Authorized $10,000 USDA grant application for website and wayfinding
• Approved $750,000 NPS grant application for Rockingham Meeting House

(2024 2 20) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The Rockingham Planning Commission Zoning Amendments Subcommittee reviewed the first draft of proposed zoning changes in detail, deciding which to keep and discard. The next meeting was set for March 19, 2024, to review the actual wording of the recommended changes.

• Reviewed the first draft of proposed zoning changes (2/20/24)
• Set next meeting date for March 19, 2024

(2024 2 20) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

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(2024 02 19) RLF

The Rockingham Revolving Loan Fund Committee approved the minutes from May 17, 2023, and voted to recommend a $50,000 loan to the Selectboard for the BF Bike Project to fund energy efficiency upgrades, siding and trim repairs, and a roof overhang extension. No other business was conducted before the meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2023
• Recommended $50,000 loan to the Selectboard for BF Bike Project (2-0, 1 abstention)

RLF February 19, 2024

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2024 02 15 PC

The Planning Commission approved a resolution to move forward with a Downtown Transportation Fund application and authorized the Chair to sign it for Selectboard approval. Members also continued work on updating town maps and finalizing changes to the Town Plan ahead of a future vote.

• Approved February 1, 2024, meeting minutes
• Appointed Dunbar and Hall to steering committee for contract negotiation
• Approved resolution for Downtown Transportation Fund application (carried)

2024 02 15 PC

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(2024 2 13) Zoning Amendments Subcommittee

The subcommittee reviewed draft Town Plan maps and continued its review of Section 4 of the Zoning Ordinance, including definitions and design review standards. No substantive zoning changes were enacted during this meeting. The committee scheduled its next session for February 20, 2024.

• Approved minutes of 1/9/24 meeting (4-0)
• Set next meeting date for 2/20/24

(2024 02 13) ZBSub

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(2024 2 13) BF Village Trustees

The board approved the sole source procurement of a LULA lift system for the Public Safety Building using ARPA funds. Trustees also approved the January meeting minutes and routine bills and warrants.

• Approved $45,300 for LULA lift equipment from Nationwide Lifts using ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

(2024 02 13) BFVC

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(2024 02 12)pdf

The Rockingham Conservation Commission approved the minutes from their January meeting and heard various committee and project reports, including updates on recruitment, energy planning, river designations, and upcoming community events. No other formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved January meeting minutes

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(2024 02 06)

The Selectboard adopted a final 2025 budget of $6,536,903, with $5,461,840 to be raised by taxes. The Board also approved the Town Meeting Warning and Articles for the March 4 meeting and authorized six liquor and tobacco license applications. Additionally, the Board approved a $5,300 local match for a recreation trails grant.

• Adopted 2025 budget of $6,536,903
• Approved Town Meeting Warning and Articles for March 4
• Approved six liquor and tobacco license applications
• Approved $5,300 local match for recreation trails grant
• Approved certificate of highway mileage
• Approved January 16, 2024, meeting minutes

(2024 02 06) RSB 2 pgs

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(2024 2 1) BF Ordinance Committee

The Bellows Falls Ordinance Committee met briefly on February 1, 2024, but recorded no substantive decisions. Approval of previous minutes, review of Burlington's no trespass ordinance, and discussion of Chapter VI were all moved to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 9:20 AM.

• Approved minutes of September 27, 2023, and January 11, 2023 moved to next meeting
• Review of City of Burlington's No Trespass Ordinance moved to next meeting
• Discussion on tailoring ordinance to fit Chapter VI moved to next meeting

(2024 2 1) Ordinance Committee

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2024 02 01 PC

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(2024 01 30) TriBoard

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(2024 1 25) BF Village Ordinance Committee

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(2024 1 18) Cemetery Committee

The committee discussed cemetery recordkeeping, financial management, and maintenance contracts. Members approved a motion to draft a workflow diagram to clarify roles, responsibilities, and recordkeeping practices. Other items, including the approval of previous meeting minutes, were postponed or tabled for future discussion.

• Approved motion to draft a workflow diagram for cemetery operations
• Postponed approval of December 18, 2023 minutes

(2024 1 18) Cemetery Committee

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PC (2024 01 18)

The Rockingham Planning Commission approved the December 14, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections and reviewed proposed edits to the Town Plan, map updates, and a potential Master Plan. The board also scheduled upcoming meetings for February 2024 before adjourning.

• Approved December 14, 2023 minutes as amended (motion carried, Payne abstained)
• Agreed to schedule additional meetings for February 1, 15, and 29, 2024

(2024 01 18) PC

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(2024 01 16)

The Selectboard approved the Town Meeting warning and articles for the March 4 meeting. They also authorized a $10,000 purchase option deposit for the Bellows Falls Train Station and approved several liquor and tobacco license applications. Due to a late agenda posting, the board noted that all actions taken during this meeting require formal ratification at a future session.

• Approved six liquor and tobacco license applications
• Approved minutes of January 2, 2024
• Approved Town Meeting Warning and Articles for March 4
• Approved BRIC grant application for Route 121 culverts
• Authorized $10,000 purchase option for BF Train Station
• Approved MP1 Policies & Procedures form for VCDP funds

(2024 01 16) RSB

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(2024 1 11) BF Village Ordinace Committee

The Bellows Falls Ordinance Committee reviewed the first two pages of the City of Burlington’s No Trespass Ordinance and discussed placing a similar policy into Chapter VI of the village ordinances. No final votes or decisions were made during the meeting. The committee plans to continue its review at the next meeting on January 25, 2024.

• No substantive decisions or votes were made during this meeting.

(2024 1 11) BF Ordinance Committee

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(2024 01 09) ZBSub

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the November 14, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the proposed 2024 Town Plan Energy Chapter and discussed potential updates to Section 4 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding mobile home parks, cell towers, and gasoline stations.

• Approved Minutes of 11/14/23 (4-0)

(2024 01 09) ZBSub

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(2024 1 9) BF Village Trustees

The board approved a resolution for a Vermont State Revolving Fund loan agreement and authorized a grant application for the CWSRF and DWSRF IUP Priority List. The board also approved the current orders, bills, and warrants.

• Approved Vermont State Revolving Fund loan resolution (unanimous)
• Approved application for Vermont CWSRF and DWSRF IUP Priority List grant (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2024 1 9) BF Village Trustees

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(2024 01 08)

The commission decided to pursue Resource Waters Designations for the Williams River Scenic Area and Herricks and Roundys Coves, while dropping the Island/Great Falls area. Members also discussed upcoming energy forums and trail contractor selection.

• Approved December minutes
• Decided to focus Resource Waters Designations on Williams River Scenic Area and Herricks and Roundys Coves
• Dropped proposed Island/Great Falls area from Resource Waters Designations

(2024 1 8) Fire Committee

The committee met to review the first technical draft of a fire feasibility study and discuss ongoing administrative items. No formal votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Reviewed technical draft #1 of Fire Feasibility Study
• Discussed 2024 grant applications for vehicles and equipment
• Received update on radio grant status
• Discussed potential ISO rating impacts on homeowner premiums
• Requested coordination for upcoming hose testing

(2024 01 08) Fire Comm

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(2024 02 12)

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(2024 01 02)

The Rockingham Selectboard approved liquor, tobacco, and outside consumption licenses for local businesses, and authorized a letter of support for a proposed solar array. The board also approved the December 19, 2023 minutes with corrections, reviewed the draft FY25 operating budget and town meeting warning, and approved bills, orders, and warrants.

• Approved second-class and tobacco licenses for Apple Green 7-11 at 154 Rockingham St.
• Approved outside consumption permit and first-class restaurant/bar license for Donovan's at 65 Rockingham St.
• Approved minutes of December 19, 2023 with corrections (carried with amendment)
• Authorized SB Chair to sign letter of support for Solar Strategies 500kw net-metered solar array preferred site designation
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (passed unanimously)
• Entered and adjourned executive session for personnel matters

(2024 01 02) RSB

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