Board of Trustees

VILLAGE OF ENOSBURG FALLS Meeting of the Board of Trustees October 14th, 2025 Present: Eli Gabuzda, Heather Moore, Leonard Charron, Jason Longway Not Present: David Gervais Staff – John Dasaro, Laurie Stanley Guest – William Cribb (Northwest Access TV), Greta Brunswick, Shaun Coleman The meeting was called to order by Eli Gabuzda at 6:31 PM 1. Modifications/Changes to Agenda None 2. Public Comment There was no public comment 3. Review/Approve Minutes for the September 9thth Trustees Meeting and the special meeting held on September 19th. Review/Approval of minutes will be moved to the Trustees Meeting on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 4. NRPC representative to discuss Tier 1B Act 150 Jurisdiction Greta Brunswick from the Northwest Regional Planning Commission (NRPC) reviewed the areas within the village that fall under Tier 1B jurisdiction. According to the draft NRPC Land Use Map, both the Village Center and the Planned Growth Area are included within the Tier 1B jurisdiction. A motion was made by Heather Moore for the Town of Enosburgh to accept Tier 1B for all eligible areas. Second by Lenoard Charron. Unanimous 5. Betsy Dorminey requesting the waiver of late fees on her account As discussed at the July 8, 2025, Board Meeting, it has been the Board’s established practice not to make exceptions regarding late fees. The Board reaffirmed this policy and agreed unanimously to deny Ms. Dorminey’s request for a waiver of late fees. 6. John Abbott (VPPSA) appointed as an alternate to the VSPC board. A motion was made by Heather Moore to appoint John Abbott as an alternate to the Vermont Systems Planning Committee. Second by Lenoard Charron. Unanimous 7. Library is asking about 2hr parking or library only car parking across the street from the library. The Board discussed safety concerns, potential locations for additional parking, and enforcement of two-hour parking limits. Jason Longway made a motion to order two “2-Hour Parking” signs if the current year’s budget allows; otherwise, the expense will be included in next year’s budget. Seconded by Leonard Charron and passed unanimously. Placement of the signs will be determined at a later date. 8. ATV Ordinance – to set a public comment meeting date, pay extra Village fee? Map? This item will be added to the Boards agenda in January to determine time line for public comment and possible public vote. 9. Assistant Treasure, would there be a stipend  The Board discussed past practices regarding the Assistant Treasurer and Clerk positions. Previously, assistants were village employees, and no additional stipend was paid. The Board also discussed the potential number of hours an assistant might work. Eli instructed staff to contact the Village of Swanton to inquire how they handle stipends for assistant positions. 10. A motion to adopt the Enosburg Falls Hazard Mitigation Plan Shaun Colman from NRPC was present to answer questions regarding the adoption of the Enosburg Falls Hazard Mitigation Plan. Heather Moore made a motion to adopt the Enosburg Falls Hazard Mitigation Plan 2025. Seconded by Jason Longway. Unanimous 11. Managers minutes Update on the Elm St sidewalk, Munson will be remobilizing to fix the corner of Jay View and Elm St, that was done improper. AMI update advised we are working on getting water meters in the billing system and programmed Manhole slip lining has begun, which was a part of the Elm St project from last year, and for this year working on slip lining Missisquoi and Pleasant St. The Dam at the reservoir is officially removed and the last of the work for this year is removing the last of sediment. John Approved a park permit for the legion for Veterans’ Day and a Ti Chi class in the park one day a week. 12. Other Business None 13. Executive Session: For the Purpose of Discussing Negotiations in which Premature Public Knowledge May Compromise the Position of the Municipality. Heather Moore made a motion to enter Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Negotiations in which Premature Public Knowledge May Compromise the Position of the Municipality. Second by Jason Longway. Unanimous. The Board entered the Executive Session at 7:41 PM. Heather Moore made a motion to re-enter the Board’s Regular Meeting. Second by Leonard Charron. The Board re-entered their Regular Meeting at 8:04pm. There was no action taken as a result of Executive Session. 14. Adjourn There being no other business to come before the Board at this time Heather Moore made a motion to adjourn. Second by Leonard Charron. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05pm. Respectfully Submitted, Laurie Stanley Staff Accountant These minutes were approved by the Board of Trustees at a Regular Board Meeting on November 10, 2025.