City Council

CITY OF LACONIA - CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 28, 2017 - 7:00 P.M CITY HALL - CONFERENCE ROOM 200A MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Engler called the meeting to order at the above date and time. 2. SALUTE TO THE FLAG Councilor led the Salute to the Flag. 3. RECORDING SECRETARY City Clerk Mary Reynolds 4. ROLL CALL City Clerk Reynolds called the roll with the following Councilors in attendance: Ava Doyle, David Bownes, Henry Lipman, Brenda Baer, Bob Hamel and Armand Bolduc. Mayor Engler stated that all six (6) Councilors are in attendance and a quorum is established. 5. STAFF IN ATTENDANCE City Manager Scott Myers, Finance Director Donna Woodaman 6. PRESENTATIONS 6.A. Pleasant Street School, 2017 NH Elementary School of the Year Mayor Engler and Councilor Lipman invited Principal David Levesque to join them to introduce four (4)new signs that are being placed at the gateway entrances in City. Mayor Engler thanked Principal Levesque and thanked him. Principal Levesque thanked the City Council and noted that he has greatpride in his school and the City. 7. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS 7.A. Regular meeting minutes of August 14, 2017 The minute of the August 14, 2017 meeting were distributed to the City Council on August 21, 2017. No corrections or changes were received. With no further amendments the minutes were accepted as distributed. 8. CONSENT & ACTION ITEMS 8.A. Request by the Weirs Community Park Association to raise funds at the Weirs Community Park parking lot June 9, 2017 through June 17, 2017 during the annual Motorcycle Week event Mayor Engler noted that with the application this year the group was asked to submit a financial statement and it was reviewed. Motion to approve the request as submitted made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Doyle; It was noted that the dates are for 2018. The change will be amended by the Clerk. The motion passed with all in favor. 8.B. Request by Weirs Action Committee to raise funds at Endicott Rock parking lot from  June 9, 2018 through June 17, 2018 for the annual Motorcycle Week event Mayor Engler noted the same financial information was received for this group as the prior. Councilor Baer asked if a member of the Weirs Action Committee (WAC) was in attendance. City Manager Myers explained that he did not advise them to be in attendance. Mayor Engler followed this up with the note of the Council Rules noting that this item can be tabled until the next meeting and placed under New Business. Mayor Engler noted that there was no reference to expenses on the financial statement and asked if the amount of income is net rather than gross. City Manager Myers will make the request and get the information to the City Council. Councilor Baer reviewed the expenses listed and noted that there appeared to be a discrepancy. City Manager Myers will get clarification as well. Councilor Baer asked if the WAC is a member of the Motorcycle Week Association for 2018. Mayor Engler replied that he is not aware of any members paying dues for 2018 at this time. Councilor Baer noted that she feels if they are not a member they should not be awarded the ability to raise funds at the event. Motion to approve the request as submitted made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Doyle; the motion passed with five (5) in favor and one (1) abstention. (For: Doyle, Bownes, Lipman, Hamel, Bolduc; Abstained: Baer) 9. CITIZEN COMMENTS FOR MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA Peter Boettcher (20 Janes Avenue) presented a petition signed by 30 property owners to the City Council regarding streets in the Weirs Beach area which he feels are designated as private streets in error. P. Boettcher reviewed some points he felt were important which included water and sewer services, parking restrictions, the minimum time needed to plow during a storm, and the maintenance provided by the City over the last 60 years. Shawn Flanagan (24 Allan Avenue) addressed the Council in regards to the property being considered a private road. S. Flanagan has concerns about safety and winter maintenance if the City discontinues services and encouraged them not to do so. City Manager Myers advised that he advised P. Boettcher that the City is not changing the level of services provided at this time and the City is working toward adopting a process for these streets. He was encouraged to to relay this information to the neighbors and signers of the petition so they were informed, as well as asked for any information they may have to support the streets having already been accepted. Mayor Engler added that, for the public benefit, that the City is not intending to discontinue winter maintenance over the upcoming winter. The intent of the City is to address all of the streets within the City that need to be designated as an emergency lane or adopted in the formal process. Councilor Lipman added that the City's intent is to find a way to address these concerns for all streets involved. Councilor Hamel added that an explanation for the public benefit may help with those in attendance that are concerned about the street they live on. City Manager Myers reviewed the process of identifying streets that do not appear to be accepted and the process of emergency lane designations. It was reiterated that the City does not intend to change services in any manner at this time or without sufficient notification if changes are needed. 10. INTERVIEWS 11. COMMUNICATIONS 12. PUBLIC HEARINGS 12.A. Resolution 2017­22 relative to authorizing an appropriation of unanticipated revenue  from the State of NH, Highway Block Grant Funds of $294,633.74 per adoption of Senate Bill 38 Notice of this public hearing was made in the Thursday, August 17, 2017 edition of the Laconia Daily Sun, at City Hall, the Gale Memorial Library, the Laconia Community Center and the offices of the Laconia School District. Mayor Engler opened the public hearing at 7:26 p.m. With no members of the public wishing to comment the public hearing was closed at 7:27 p.m. This item will be acted on this evening under Unfinished Business. 12.B. Public input on the possible placement of a ballot question on the November 7, 2017 Municipal Election Ballot pertaining to the permitted operation of the New Hampshire Lottery Keno 603 game within the City Notice of this public input session was made in the Thursday, August 17, 2017 edition of the Laconia Daily Sun, at City Hall, the Gale Memorial Library, the Laconia Community Center and the offices of the Laconia School District. Mayor Engler reviewed the local option for each municipality to choose to allow Keno 603 within the City by voting at the next election, but this evening the City Council will need to make the decision to place the question on the ballot. Mayor Engler opened the public input session at 7:28 p.m. Kent Rosberg (130 Endicott Street North) encouraged the Council to place the question on the ballot. Charlie St. Clair (792 North Main Street) stated he hopes the Council will place the question on the ballot to allow for the residents to have a voice. Carl Peterson (Hector's Restaurant) feels that if the City doesn't allow this then other communities will and it will have a negative effect on local businesses that are not allowed to offer the game. Dave Henrick (405 Pub & Grille, Lakeside Famous Roast Beef) encouraged the Council to support the game because it will generate additional revenue throughout the State which will come back to the communities in the form of education funding. D. Henrick added that additional job opportunities will be created in the communities that adopt the game. In his experience D. Henrick has seen the success of Keno in Massachusetts. With no further public comments this public input session was closed at 7:32 p.m. Action on this item will be taken under New Business this evening. 13. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Engler thanked the Celebrate Laconia Committee, the group charged with the events marking the 125th anniversary of the City, for the event they held to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the building of the Laconia Railroad passenger station. The event was well organized and attended. Congratulations were offered to the volunteers and the Committee. Mayor Engler also noted that the Municipal Primary Election in Wards 1, 2 and 4, as well as a State Special Election for House of Representative in District 9 in all wards, will be held on September 12 with the polls being open from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. 14. COMMITTEE REPORTS 14.A. FINANCE 14.A.i. Downtown TIF Financing  14.A.ii. WOW Trail Funding 14.B. PUBLIC SAFETY 14.B.i. Fair St/Court St traffic problems and accidents 14.C. GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS & ORDINANCES 14.C.i. Review of Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161 Licensing as it pertains to outdoor sound equipment and loudspeakers 14.C.ii. Ordinance Amending Chapter 221, Vehicles and Traffic/Parking on Sublawns 14.C.iii. Procedural review of grant applications 14.C.iv. Review of the Council Rules of Procedure 14.C.v. Concerns regarding City Code Chapter 113, Animals, as it pertains to restraint of dogs to an owner's property Councilor Doyle reported on the meeting held earlier this evening concerning this item. The recommendation is to amend the City Code Chapter 113 to reflect language allowing for an animal to be outside of their home without the use of a tether or fence while the owner or keeper is present so long as the owner is in control of the dog. Additionally, language requiring that if theowner or keeper is not outdoors the dog would be required to be controlled by a physical fence (notelectric/invisible fencing) or tether at all times. If the dog is found to be outside with the owner, off ofa tether and not confined by a physical fence, and control is not maintained resulting in a violation, arequirement to tether or confine with a physical fence may be enforced. Marc Burrell, the residentbringing the concern forward, was not in full agreement with this recommendation but it was felt thatthis is a compromise and still allows for private property owner rights to play with and train their dogwhile offering a level of protection to the public. This item will come to the Council as an agenda item once legal counsel has provided appropriate language. 14.D. LANDS & BUILDINGS 14.D.i. Downtown parking garage 14.D.ii. Repair & maintenance of City buildings 14.D.iii. Former Lakeport Fire Station (23 Elm Street) 15. LIAISON REPORTS 16. CITIZENS REQUESTS TO COMMENT ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS Charlie St. Clair addressed the Council regarding the cable franchise agreement with MetroCast and encouraged the Council to put pressure on the new company to provide better service. Bill Stanyan (16 Boat House Road) addressed the Council on behalf of the Pendleton Beach Association to request that Pendleton Beach Road and Boat House Road be declared an emergency lane as permitted by RSA 231:59­a. City Manager Myers will review the statute and report to the Council. Robert Lamoureux (243 Eastman Shore Road No) addressed the Council regarding the proposed policy for maintenance of emergency lanes. There is a section that states the policy may be rescinded at any time and he feels the City should strike that from the policy.  Chris Bell (Traveling Texas Smokeshop on the Pier) addressed the Council about the food vendors on the City owned spaces in the Weirs. He would like to see the spaces open and no vendors in that area, as well as noting that the lake is not visible with all of the vendors at this location. 17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Myers reported that traffic engineers were consulted regarding the Busy Corner intersection using cameras for cuing of the lights as well as having the Gilford Avenue intersection operate in conjunction with Busy Corner per the request of Councilor Hamel. The engineer feels the Busy Corner project is possible under the current operating budget and the Gilford Avenue intersection will be done if funding is available in this fiscal year. City Manager Myers reviewed the fire event that occurred at the Transfer Station last Friday. The Transfer Station is open with some amended traffic flow. An engineer is expected to review the structure this week and a report will be given to the City. Councilor Baer asked for an update on the Weirs pollution concerns. City Manager Myers identified that there was a sewer line connection problem with a line running under buildings and this has been corrected. Mayor Engler clarified that the fire at the Transfer Station was caused by a load of material being dumped that was already on fire. It was explained that the material was recycling and staff from the contractor was present and the ignition source has not been identified for certain at this time. Additional information is being gathered and more information will be forthcoming. 17.A. Project Updates City Manager Myers reviewed the report. 17.B. Comparative Recycle Report for Fiscal Year 2016/2017 City Manager Myers reviewed the report. 18. NEW BUSINESS 18.A. Request for a Building Permit at 118 Pendleton Beach Road Mayor Engler requested an explanation on why these properties are coming forward at this time. City Manager Myers reviewed the process outlined in RSA 674:41 for building permits requested for property located on private or unaccepted roads. Moving forward the City staff will be working on a process to streamline these requests moving forward and this policy will be brought to the City Council moving forward. Councilor Baer asked if these requests have gone through approval with the Planning Board. City Manager Myers replied that some of them have, such as those in subdivisions, but others need to have this done before the process can move on to the Planning Board. Councilor Baer expressed concerns with making the approval without having the Planning Board approve it. City Manager Myers advised the Planning Department has reviewed all requests and recommends approval by the City Council. Mayor Engler noted that there is only one (1) class six (6) road in the City which is an interesting bit of information. Motion to approve as requested contingent on receiving all necessary permits made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Doyle; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.B. Request for a Building Permit at 295 Story Tyler Shore Road Motion to approve as requested contingent on receiving all necessary permits made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.C. Request for a Building Permit at 7 Trails End Motion to approve as requested contingent on receiving all necessary permits made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.D. City of Laconia/Belknap EDC (609 Main St. LLC) Loan Extension Mayor Engler reviewed the prior discussions on the loan extension as well as the request to extend until December 31, 2017 with the terms and interest collection remaining the same. The only change would be the maturation date. The City will have received almost $116,000 in interest on the note, as opposed to the $12,000 of interest that would have been earned on a Certificate of Deposit. Justin Slattery, Executive Director of the Belknap Economic Development Council (BEDC), was in attendance to answer questions. Councilor Lipman asked if the thought is that this will be the last extension. Director Slattery feels that everything will be lined up for the end of the year and progress is continuing. Councilor Hamel commented that it is important to take the time for fundraising so the project isn't cheapened. The building has been closed for 15 to 20 years and another year isn't going to make a huge difference ­ the goal is to have a good project completed right the first time without regrets. Director Slattery thanked Councilor Hamel for his feedback and noted that the Class of 1952 was in the City this past weekend and they were interested in the project as well as making donations. Motion to approve the loan extension request for the current promissory note between the City of Laconia and 609 Main St. LLC to December 31, 2017 made by Councilor Bownes and seconded by Councilor Hamel; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.E. Public input and general discussion regarding the City rental of Boardwalk vending spaces during Motorcycle Week Mayor Engler advised this item is being brought forward because of a request by a business owner in the Weirs Beach area to which concerns were raised about renting vendor spaces to food vendors that may be competing with local business. This has broadened into further discussion about renting City property to vendors at any time. The public was invited to comment. Former Mayor Paul Fitzgerald addressed the Council representing Jerry Gaucher (JR's Grille) and Tom Mathews (Sharky's Dogs). The Council was encouraged to continue the policy as has been done in the past and to think about the purpose of the rally. Without the vendors the rally would not be what it is today and with the attendance already lowered in the last several years it is not a benefit to discourage the types of businesses that can be at the event. Charlie St. Clair addressed the Council to remind them of what it was like before the vendors were permitted on the boardwalk. While the lake is an attraction during the event it is not the focus, motorcycles and vendors are the focus. C. St. Clair encouraged the Council to take this into consideration. Bill Stanyan (16 Boathouse Road) stated that he has been attending the rally since the 1970's and the City has an obligation to make as much money as possible to offset the costs of the event. The burden would be on the community if these spaces are not rented and maybe more spaces are needed on behalf of the City, as well as an increase in the rental fees charged. Attorney Joseph Driscoll, IV addressed the Council on behalf of the Ames Family. The Councilors that visited the event were thanked for looking at the concerns first hand. Attorney Driscoll reiterated the concerns are visual and walking access to his clients establishments that is being blocked by the vendors in these spaces in question. Additionally it was noted that these spaces were not traditionally food vendor spaces but have been used for other purposes. Attorney Driscoll stated that there has been a waiting list for City spaces for several years therefore the City would still have vendors for the spaces and that the City has waived vendor fees for others in the past. Attorney Driscoll added that the intent of this request was not to have vendors prohibited in these spaces but that they be limited to non­food vendors. His client wants to be part of any solution that is brought forward because challenging local businesses is not in the best interest of anyone. If this was being done in any other area of the City it would not be seen as acceptable to challenge local businesses. Councilor Hamel asked if the food vendors along abutting businesses are being asked to move as well. Attorney Driscoll replied that they are on private property therefore that would not be justified. Councilor Baer asked why financial figures haven't been submitted to show what the actual impact is, such as the before and after weeks to compare to the week itself. Attorney Driscoll replied that submitting financial documents for public disclosure is not needed and that his position is supported by the actual visits and being in the area during the event. Councilor Hamel expressed his feeling about needing to have vendors and that these vendors are helping bring people up to this end of the street to which Attorney Driscoll disagreed and noted the event has declined. Mayor Engler commented on the petition that was presented to the Council previously that had specific businesses signing it opposing the vendors in the spaces that was identical to the names represented on a petition from the vendors stating they are in support of having them in this location. Attorney Driscoll replied that he cannot explain a change of heart but only to the process the Ames Family has gone through. Councilor Lipman recommended trying to make the situation better for all of those involved rather than going back and forth in a negative manner because this is not going to come to a solution that way. Alternative private and public spaces was discussed in general and it was noted that moving food vendors to the wooden boardwalk was not an option. It was also discussed that the City has put out the expense of sewer and water connections to these locations and the need to have some flexibility with the event because of the changes that have occurred over the last several years. Jerry Gaucher (JR's Grill) addressed the Council to encourage they support having food vendors in the spaces. He has been a vendor alongside Sharky's for several years and he does not feel that the type of "grab and go" food they are providing is competing with the table service restaurants. Mayor Engler asked where J. Gaucher was before being a vendor in these spaces. J. Gaucher was previously vending at the Lakeport Fire Station. J. Gaucher also addressed the concerns being made about taking business away from local businesses. For the Pumpkin Festival food vendors are set up in Downtown and there are also restaurants but the crowds are so large that everyone gets business. It is the same with Motorcycle Week. Mayor Engler asked about the height of the booths and the flags being flown on the trailers. J. Gaucher replied that there are many tents that are tall or use flags and it all depends on where you are standing to determine if you can see the businesses behind them. J. Gaucher added that these events support the income for his business and as a visitor in Laconia all summer long he is also a contributor to the community. C. St. Clair added to his prior comments by stating that the entrance to the Pier is not blocked or hindered by anything and that the Boardwalk in general is not an unsafe area. The City Staff or Police Department would have corrected the situation if it was unsafe therefore he feels that stating the opposite is not accurate; the area is more congested from Hampshire Avenue to the Weirs Beach sign and has always been. Councilor Lipman countered that the train stopping in the area is not ideal for safety because of congested foot traffic but working together all parties can come to a solution. Councilor Hamel agreed that it doesn't matter what vendors are in the spaces it is still going to be congested but that walking through the area when the train stops is going to be a little busier. It doesn't matter who vends in these spaces there is always the possibility of having someone complain about competition. It was recommended that the Ames Family, or Attorney Driscoll on behalf of them, discuss this with the vendors and come back to the City with a possible solution to which Attorney Driscoll recommended having the City involved as well because they are a key part of the discussion. There was extensive discussion about other locations for the vendors that are currently in this area, including placing them in the street/parking spaces similar to what is currently done with event sponsors. Motion to refer this item to the Land and Buildings Committee made by Councilor Bownes and seconded by Councilor Doyle;  Attorney Driscoll requested that this be handled soon so that there is sufficient planning time allotted. Councilor Hamel as Chair of Land and Buildings assured the meeting would be scheduled immediately. Mayor Engler called the question. The motion passed with all in favor. Mayor Engler thanked everyone for participating in this discussion and noted that he looks forward to an outcome. 18.F. Proposal to implement City Policies for designating emergency lanes and for establishing maintenance standards for emergency lanes City Manager Myers reviewed the proposal for the Council . Staff recommends the policy for determining emergency lanes be placed on the agenda of the Public Works Committee, for the policy, and to have the full Council adopted the maintenance standards this evening. Public Works Director Wesley Anderson was in attendance for assistance as well. City Manager Myers reiterated that the City is not looking to get out of any maintenance of these roads. Councilor Lipman stated he has concerns with the language that would prevent sidewalk plowing as it relates to safety for children. City Manager Myers agreed and stated the majority of the streets in question do not have sidewalks, but the ones that do have sidewalks can be reviewed. Mayor Engler asked if the Council is ready to approve this tonight to which no one spoke in support. Councilor Doyle referenced the clause to rescind at any time and asked what the impact is. City Manager Myers advised it is in statute and regardless if it is in our policy it is still there; however this is not the intent of the City. With that in mind, Councilor Lipman recommended a procedure that would work around this concern to which City Manager Myers advised he would need to seek legal advise. There was discussion regarding rescinding the policy for an emergency lane if someone living on the emergency lane were to come forward with objection as well as the City's abilities if this happens. Councilor Hamel asked what the rest of the municipalities are doing with these instances because this is happening all over the State. City Manager Myers advised that changing the statutes on this item would cause a domino effect and several other issues would be created. It was also noted that the Town of Moultonborough had a public hearing last week for over 200 streets that were being declared as emergency lanes and the process was followed the same, as will be done with other municipalities all over the State. This is not an attempt by the City to do anything out of the ordinary and the solution is the same across the board. Motion to refer the proposed City Policy for designating emergency lanes to the Public Works Committee made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Doyle; the motion passed with all in favor. Councilor Hamel asked to take a step back to the Committee Reports because he missed some items. Motion to schedule a meeting of the Land and Buildings Committee for September 11, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss vendors in the City owned spaces for Motorcycle Week made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Bownes; the motion passed with all in favor. Motion to remove the Former Lakeport Fire Station from the Land & Buildings Committee agenda made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Bolduc. the motion passed with all in favor. Motion to table the maintenance standards for emergency lanes pending a legal counsel interpretation until the September 11, 2017 meeting made by Councilor Lipman and seconded by Councilor Bownes; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.G. Discussion regarding placing a question on the November 7, 2017 Municipal Election Ballot to authorize Keno 603 within the City Motion add to the November 7, 2017 Municipal Election Ballot a "yes" or "no" vote on the question of permitting the operation of the New Hampshire Keno 603 game at qualifying establishments with the City made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Doyle; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.H. Discussion regarding a trademark negotiation between the Laconia Motorcycle Week Association, Hot Leathers and the City of Laconia Mayor Engler explained that currently the federal trademark registration for several words relative to Motorcycle Week belong to Good Sport Incorporated (Good Sports) under the name of Hot Leathers for use on pins, patches and clothing only. The Motorcycle Week Association objected to the registration of the trademarks but agreed in exchange for royalty payments to the Association and the agreement to have Good Sports be a promoting sponsor. Over the last several months the City has intervened because they feel they should be the rightful owners of the words and legal working has been ongoing. A contract agreement has been reached and the Council is being asked to allow the City Manager to sign the contract which has two (2) monetary considerations; Good Sports can never be charged a royalty fee for use of the words and in 2023, the 100th Anniversary of the rally, if the City engages in sponsorship in that year alone, Good Sport would receive 10% of the fees collected. A resolution was drafted and signed by an attorney for Laconia Motorcycle Week Association that would allow the contract to move forward in recognition of the current contract they have with Hot Leathers. Motion to authorize the City Manager to sign a contract agreement with Good Sports Incorporated for the transfer of the trademark as outlined made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.I. Transfer request from the Education Stabilization Account to the Laconia School District for Fiscal Year 2018 City Manager Myers reviewed the request. Motion to transfer $137,102 from account 82­101­015­0000, Laconia School District Education Stabilization, to account 02­380­022­0001, School District Revenue to assist with funding the five (5) year LEA contract that began with fiscal year 2018 made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Bolduc. Councilor Hamel asked if there was a transfer made by the School District this year. It was confirmed this is the funds that was put in and will be coming out of the same account. Councilor Lipman added that if they need additional funds the balance of the initial deposit is used first. Mayor Engler called the question. The motion passed with all in favor. 18.J. Request for City Council consent for assignment of the Cable Television from MetroCast to Atlantic Broadband City Manager Myers reviewed this item and referred to the report submitted by Jon Gardner, Purchasing Specialist. It was noted that the cost of service and level of service are not part of the franchise renewal agreement and it is not open for negotiation this evening. Atlantic Broadband is bound by the existing agreement as is the City and this is more of a housekeeping item and should the City choose to take no action it would go into effect in 60 days. Councilor Baer noted that a franchise fee is received under the agreement each year. Motion to approve the assignment of the Cable Television Franchise Agreement from MetroCast to Atlantic Broadband and to authorize the City Manager to sign the resolution on behalf of the City made by Councilor Baer and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. Motion to extend this meeting until 10:15 made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Hamel; the motion passed with all in favor. 18.K. Request to accept the revised City Council Rules of Procedure Councilor Doyle noted that the Councilors were distributed the amended rules for review. Motion to accepted the amended City Council Rules of Procedure as distributed made by Councilor Doyle  and seconded by Councilor Baer; the moiton passed with all in favor. Motion to remove this item from the agenda of the Government Operations & Ordinances Committee made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Hamel; the motion passed with all in favor. 19. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 19.A. Request to declare City streets as Emergency Lanes Motion to table this item pending approval of maintenance standards for emergency lanes made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. 19.B. Second reading of Resolution 2017­22 relative to authorizing an appropriation of unanticipated revenue from the State of NH, Highway Block Grant Funds of $294,633.74 per the adoption of Senate Bill 38 A seconde reading of Resolution 2017­22 relative to authorizing an appropriation of unanticipated revenue from the State of NH, Highway Block Grant Funds of $294,633.74 per the adoption of Senate Bill 38 moved by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Baer; the motion passed with all in favor. 19.C. Request to allow snowmobiles to use the sidewalk across the Weirs Beach bridges over the channel and the railroad Motion to remove this item from the table made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Lipman; motion passed 5­1 (For: Doyle, Lipman, Baer, Hamel, Bolduc; Opposed: Bownes) City Manager Myers and Director Anderson advised that solutions are being looked into, most interesting to note a float bridge that may address all concerns, but are pending the outcome of discussions with State agencies. With this being known a decision on this item would not be in order this evening. Motion to table this item pending further information received made by Councilor Doyle and seconded by Councilor Bownes; the motion passed with all in favor. 20. NOMINATIONS, APPOINTMENTS & ELECTIONS 20.A. Marnie Blaisdell Schulz ­ Seeking reappointment to a regular position on the Conservation Commission for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020. Motion to reappoint Marnie Blaisdell Schulz to a regular position on the Conservation Commission for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Hamel; the motion passed with all in favor. 20.B. Richard Christopher ­ Seeking reappointment to a regular position on the Conservation Commission for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 Motion to reappoint Richard Christopher to a regular position on the Conservation Commission for a three­ year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Doyle; the motion passed with all in favor. 20.C. Patrick Wood ­ Seeking reappointment to a regular position on the Downtown TIF District Advisory Board for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 Motion to reappoint Patrick Wood to a regular position on the Downtown TIF Advisory Board for a three­ year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 made by Councilor Baer and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. 20.D. Suzanne Perley ­ Seeking reappointment to a regular position on the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 Motion to reappoint Suzanne Perley to a regular position on the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a three­ year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Bownes; the motion passed with all in favor.  20.E. Steven Bogert ­ Seeking reappointment to a regular position on the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 Motion to reappoint to a regular position on the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a three­year term expiring at the end of August, 2020 made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor Bolduc; the motion passed with all in favor. 21. COUNCIL COMMENTS Hamel recommended a Bailey bridge be considered for the snowmobile passage of the Weirs Channel. Motion to schedule a meeting of the Public Works Committee on September 25, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the maintenance standards for emergency lanes made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Bownes; the motion passed with all in favor. 22. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 22.A. Ordinance amendment relative to Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161, Licensing as it pertains to outdoor sound equipment and loudspeakers 22.B. Second reading of a resolution relative to the adoption of RSA 31:95­b, Appropriation of funds made available during the year 22.C. Master Plan 22.D. Milfoil Treatment funding requests 22.E. Sewer & Water Master Plan 22.F. Single Stream Recycling/Concord Co­op/Solid Waste disposal cost reductions 22.G. Strategic Planning/Goal Setting 22.H. WOW Trail 23. NON­PUBLIC SESSION (According to RSA 91­A:3, II) 24. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Engler noted that a non­meeting would be held immediately following this evenings meeting. With no further business to come before the Council and with no objections the meeting was adjourned at 10:13 p.m. Respectfully Submitted by Mary A Reynolds, City Clerk Minutes of this meeting were approved by the City Council at the meeting of September 11, 2017