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September 9th, 2025
Carroll Board of Selectmen
Meeting of the Select Board
Meeting Minutes
September 9th, 2025
“These minutes of the Town of Carroll Select Board have been recorded by its Secretary. Though believed to be accurate and correct they are subject to additions, deletions, and corrections by the Select Board at its next meeting when the Board votes its final approval of the minutes. They are being made available at this time to conform to the requirements of New Hampshire RSA 91-A:2.”
Minutes recorded by: Meg Basnar
Board Members: Bonnie Moroney, Jules Marquis Brian Mycko
Members of the Public: John Greer, Bobbi & Vern Amirault, Mike Gooden, Rena & Bill Vecchio, Judy & Chris Pappas, Dave Scalley, Imre Szauter, Ben Jellison, John Gardiner, June Rogier, Greg Hogan, Joan Nicosia, Evan Karpf, Desiree Brodeur, Linda Rogers
Meeting called to order at 5:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Signing of bills and manifests completed prior to this meeting.
Selectman Mycko motioned to approve the minutes of 8/26/2025, Selectman Marquis seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Motion to approve minutes of 8/26/2025 passed.
The Select Board was presented with a Supplemental Water Warrant for Dahlborg. Selectman Mycko made a motion to approve and sign. Selectman Marquis seconded this motion. All in favor, none opposed. Motion to approve and sign Supplemental Water Warrant for Dahlborg passed.
The Select Board was presented with a Driveway Permit Application for Colon. Selectman Mycko made a motion to approve and have the Chair sign. Selectman Marquis seconded this motion. All in favor, none opposed. Motion to approve and have the Chair sign the Driveway Permit Application for Colon passed.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Selectman Mycko who discussed 911 numbering and discussed updating the Building Permit Application to require 911 number and meeting with the Fire Department. Chairperson Moroney stated she will look into this.
BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
Chairperson Moroney recognized John Gardiner of the Library Trustees who presented the Library budget for 2026. The Library Trustees and Select Board reviewed the presented budget, as well as discussed changes from 2024 to 2025. The Library Trustees requested a raise for the Librarian. Select Board discussed, Chairperson Moroney made a motion to set the wage for the librarian at $21/hour for the 2026 budget. Selectman Mycko seconded this motion. All in favor, none opposed. Motion to set the wage for the Librarian in the proposed 2026 budget at $21/hour passed.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Joan Nicosia, who presented the Conservation Commission budget for 2026. Nicosia informed on the expenses of the Conservation Commission, and reported there are no changes from the 2025 budget, proposing the same budget for 2026.
Trustee of the Trust Funds Chair John Foster was unable to attend to present the Trustees 2026 budget. Foster informed prior to the meeting that there are no changes from the approved 2025 budget and proposed the same budget for 2026.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Vern Amirault who presented the budget for the Cemetery Trustees. Amirault informed on the 2025 expenses and requested same for 2026. No changes from 2025 budget.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Ben Jellison who presented the proposed budget for Town Moderator. Jellison provided information on upcoming election expenses and reviewed expenses in 2025. Jellison informed on the increase in cost for voting equipment supplies and ballot counting equipment, which went up $100.
FOLLOW UP
OTHER
Chairperson Moroney recognized John Greer who began a discussion regarding the Post Office moving from its current location to a new location. Desiree Brodeur, Post Master of the Twin Mountain office, who provided the Select Board with a letter she composed addressing her concerns with the new proposed location. The Select Board and those in attendance discussed the issues presented, as well as proposed solutions. The Select Board requested Brodeur send this document to the Selectman’s Assistant. Chairperson Moroney made a motion to place the letter presented to the board on Town of Carroll letterhead, which will be signed when the Select Board signs payroll and AP. Selectman Mycko seconded this motion. All in favor, none opposed. Motion to place the letter presented to the board onto Town of Carroll letterhead, to be signed when the Select Board signs payroll and AP.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Chris Pappas who informed on a letter he received regarding the airport overlay district. Pappas stated it is unclear who bears the financial responsibility of removing the trees on properties surrounding the airport. The Select Board discussed this issue and determined to investigate the regulations to provide clarification.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Rena Vecchio who informed that the Historical Society Yard Sale was successful, and thanked the town, its residents, and all who supported this event.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Ben Jellison who informed that at a prior School Board meeting there was discussion of reapportionment of what towns pay for the schools. Jellison informed he will continue following this issue and will follow up with the Superintendent and the Select Board as more information becomes available.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Bill Vecchio who discussed the proposed Letter of Intent from Kearsarge, and provided additional information to the Select Board as well as the recommendation of the Carroll Energy Commission (CEC). Vecchio informed that members of the CEC reached out to 4 companies in total who offer the same types of agreements to towns however, the CEC in reviewing the options and additional companies, informed that their unanimous vote was to recommend Kearsarge Energy. Vecchio informed that a representative of Kearsarge attended an Energy Commission meeting, as well as a virtual meeting with the Select Board. Vecchio stated that Kearsarge has developed over 15 projects in New England that are on closed landfills, work with municipalities and have a strong in-house development team that works with the project from start to finish. Chairperson Moroney discussed putting a warrant article together to address the timeframe of the lease, changing from 1 year to 5 years, and asked if there should be an additional warrant article to allow for a 20-year lease to allow for this project. It was determined that an additional warrant article would be needed to address the 20n year lease for this specific project. Chairperson Moroney requested the CEC follow up with the Select Board on what needs to go into that warrant article.
Chairperson Moroney recognized John Greer, who discussed the formalities with filing the IRS rebate related to the Solar Array, and requested the Selectman’s Assistant work with Anita Greer to complete what is needed. Selectman’s Assistant will coordinate with the Greers to address this.
Chairperson Moroney informed she is working with the Director of Public Works Scott Sonia on his budget and during this he discussed several roads he would like to improve in 2026. Moroney informed that she investigated the possible uses for the unspent bond proceeds identified in the 2024 audit and informed that they can be used to address the roads identified by Director Sonia, or to be used in the purchase of a vehicle for plowing roads.
Chairperson Moroney reported that the office is moving forward with the update to Windows 11 as well as new software for Town Clerk/Tax Collector and the Finance office. Moroney informed she will continue looking to see if there is a software to assist the Land Use Department.
Chairperson Moroney inquired about the status of the property whose owner was previously sent a certified letter, which was returned undeliverable. Selectman’s Assistant informed legal recommended the town compose a strongly worded letter as this would save of legal fees. Selectman’s Assistant will follow up on this and gain clarification from legal.
Chairperson Moroney presented the other members of the board with a recommendation for the trash issues at the Recreation Area as well as the Gazebo/Information Booth area. Moroney suggested a “carry in, carry out” type sign be posted at both locations. Members of the Select Board are in agreement that these signs may be beneficial and are in favor of posting the discussed signs at the above mentioned locations.
Chairperson Moroney recognized Bill Vecchio who informed that the Solar Array on the roof of the Public Safety Building is now live and producing energy. This information is available to the public from the Town’s website. From there anyone interested can click the icon and see real-time information on the production of energy.
Chairperson Moroney informed that she, with the assistance of the Treasurer, are looking into the possibility of remaining funds from road paving bond be used to pay against the principal of the bond. Moroney will provide more information to the board when it is available.
Chairperson Moroney informed that the Gazebo/Information Booth repairs, as well as the repairs to the roof of the Recreation Area Building, have been completed. The Select Board expressed their appreciation to the contractor. Moroney informed that the paint for the gazebo has been donated and the building will be painted by members of the Public Works Department.
Chairperson Moroney discussed the noise complaints received from residents, as well as noises she herself has heard, from the doggy daycare in town as early as 6:15 a.m. on a Sunday morning. Moroney informed there are specific hours of operation to reduce the noise from this business, and she will be looking into this and following up.
At 6:08 p.m. Chairperson Moroney made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Selectman Mycko seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Motion to adjourn passed. Meeting adjourned at 6:08 p.m.
Next meeting of the Select Board is scheduled for Tuesday September 23rd, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Carroll Town Hall Community Room.