Discussion: J. Rosa motioned, M. Provost 2nd to accept 6/14/07 Minutes as presented. Passed unanimously. M. Provost stated that there was no quorum present of those in attendance at the 9/7/07 meeting and therefore approval of minutes should be tabled.
Conclusions: 6/14/07 minutes approved. Approval of 9/7/07 minutes tabled.
Action items: Forward minutes to K. Castle for posting.
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Old Business
Discussion: Board discussed the CSM, LLC proposed redevelopment of the mills and the upcoming ZBA meeting relative to same. P. Le Page spoke against the proposed use – too many units and they are too small. He suggested that the Downtown TIF could fund a study. M. Provost reviewed the process the NCDC followed in vetting developers and pointed Board members to the information on this that is available on the NCDC website. J. Rosa asked if other uses – school, grocery store – was possible. C. Serenbetz suggested that the Mills could be knocked down, P. Le Page concurred.
Conclusions: No additional study is necessary.
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Budget Review
Discussion: J. Glover distributed the proposed FY09 budget. She and M. Provost reviewed the history of the purchase of the three properties (Eagles, Riverdale, 1 Prescott St.) Clarified for J. Rosa that the Town Administrator, as the TIF Administrator, holds the budgetary responsibility.
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Other New Business
Discussion: C. Serenbetz asked if the Board had a Mission Statement, or Rules of Order – P. LePage answered in the negative. Also questioned if the Board reviewed balance sheets. M. Provost responded by stating the this was an advisory board only and had no fiduciary oversight. J. Glover distributed a copy of RSA 162-K:14 (NH State Law regarding TIF Advisory Boards) and Town Ordinance 2001-08 that established the Downtown TIF.
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Other New Business
Discussion: P. LePage stated that the Advisory Heritage Board had presented a budget request to the Town Council and are still pursuing the implementation of an Historic District.
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J. Rosa motioned, C. Serenbetz 2nd to adjourn at 8: 05 p.m. Motion carried.
