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Saturday, October 31, 2015

Everything You Need to Know Keep Your Kids Safe on Halloween!

Weathersfield Police Department

 Deep Pagan Thoughts: Halloween Traditions . . . . .
Everyone loves a good scare on Halloween, but not when it comes to child safety. There are several easy and e ective behaviors that parents can share with kids to help reduce their risk of injury.
 
Walk Safely
• Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.
• Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross.
• Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don’t run, across the street.
• Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.
• Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
• Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.


Drive Extra Safely on Halloween
• Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.
• Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs.
• Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.
• Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.
• Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.
• Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. so be especially alert for kids during those hours.

© 2013 Safe Kids Worldwide®

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Hartland Wants School Choice, No Matter the Cost

Weathersfield Vermont Community
Weathersfield Vermont Community 
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Hartland Wants School Choice, No Matter Cost

By Katy Savage
Standard Staff

Hartland is considering branching away from Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union to comply with Act 46, the school merger law, because the Vermont State Board of Education decided that school districts can either operate public schools or offer school choice — not both.

Superintendent David Baker has showed Hartland residents how expensive school choice is, about $500,000, but the majority of residents

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Wanted - Member of the Public - Weathersfield Fire Commission






The Weathersfield Fire Commission is in need of a Member of the Public (who is not in direct relationship to any Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Department member)  to complete their 5 member board. Attendance and participation at meetings is extremely important.

This term will run through March of 2017.

Meetings are currently held at 7pm on the 4th Tuesday of each month at West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Department or Martin Memorial Hall/Weathersfield Town Offices.

The Purpose and Mission of the Weathersfield Fire Commission:
The Weathersfield Fire Commission was established by vote of the Town Meeting in 1990.
The purpose of the Fire Commission is to aid communications between the two (2) fire departments.

The mission of the Weathersfield Fire Commission is to assist the Ascutney Volunteer Fire Association and the West Weathersfield Volunteer Dire Department in providing high-quality, well-coordinated fire protection services for the Town of Weathersfield, while fostering a close working relationship with the Select Board.

Any resident who wishes to be appointed to the Commission is asked to submit a short email or letter of interest to: weathersfield@weathersfield.org or Town of Weathersfield, PO Box 550, Ascutney, VT 05030, ATTN: Fire Commission Opening.

Vacancy is OPEN until a member of the public has been appointed by the Select Board.


Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Two Foxes Put Down Due to Behavior - DO NOT Approach Sick or Strange Acting Wild Animals


Weathersfield Police Department

Just a friendly reminder....if you see a wild animal and you believe it may be sick, do not approach the animal.

The Weathersfield Police Department has responded to two reports of foxes that were not well in the Perkinsville area along Vermont Route 106. 

Both animals had to be put down due to their behavior.

If you come across any wild animal that you believe is ill, contact the Weathersfield Police Department at 802-674-2185 so an Officer can respond to the area and deal with the animal.

Looking for a Library Assistant

Weathersfield Proctor Library
Job Opening
Library Assistant – 10 hours per week

  
The Weathersfield Proctor Library has an opening for a friendly and energetic Library Assistant who is available to work a varied schedule during our open hours of Wednesdays 10am – 8pm, Thursdays and Fridays noon – 6pm, and Saturdays 9am to 1pm.  The position requires excellent customer service skills, strong computer skills and an ability to prioritize tasks.
Duties:
§  Works at circulation desk, assisting patrons with checking out and returning books, registering new patrons, answering phone and shelving books.
§  Processes incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan requests.
§  Assists patrons with online catalog searches and on public computers.
§  Assists patrons with our online library services.
§  Assist Library Director in daily library operations.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of work experience dealing with the public; or substituting successful completion of course work or training in office or library practices and principles for up to six months of the experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Salary: $12.50 - $13.00 depending on experience
To apply: email resume, cover letter, and three references to:
Mark Richardson, Library Director
weathersfieldproctorlibrary@gmail.com

Closing date: Review of applications received by noon on Wednesday, 11/4/15, will begin the following week.  Position open until filled.

Monday, October 26, 2015

Note to Ascutney Fire District Water Customers

 


At long last, Green Mountain Power will be switching over the power to the hydropneumatic building within the Country Estates Mobile Home Park to three-phase power beginning at 8:30 AM on Tuesday morning, October 27th.  The electricity provides power to the pumps that pressurize the entire water system.

The switch over may result in a partial or full loss of pressure to the water system at times tomorrow morning.

On Wednesday, October 28th, a partial or full loss of pressure may occur now and then throughout the day due to the replacement of valves and other parts within the hydropneumatic building.

It is anticipated that periods of partial or full loss of pressure, if and when they do occur, will be brief.

Veterans Day Ceremony at Weathersfield Veterans Memorial

Saturday, October 24, 2015

Springfield Humane Society Spay/Neuter Clinic - Cats Only

 
 
Springfield Humane Society is having another cat only spay and neuter clinic on November 10th. The clinic is not here at the shelter but at St Marks Episcopal Church on Fairgrounds Rd in Springfield. We are having people prepay for the spay/neuter and vaccines. We can take credit/debit over the phone or come in during open hours, Wednesday thru Saturday from Noon to 4:30 to pay in cash or with a card, no check. .  Call 885 3997 to register.
 
Spay: $45;  Neuter: $35;  Rabies: $5 (unless proof of being up to date);  Distemper: $5 (optional, but highly recommended.) We will also treat for fleas and ear mites if found: $5 
These clinics are open to the public regardless of your income or residency. 

However  Weathersfield Residents will be reimbursed up to $50 per spay/neuter.  Which makes it FREE!  Please stop at the town office and pick up a  Spay/neuter Form and bring it to the clinic  for us to fill out.  You  then bring it back to the office and a check will be sent to you from the town.  Great deal set up by a  very special person in town.
 
 

Friday, October 23, 2015

Citizen Concern Policy & Procedure, Complaint Form, Weathersfield Fire Departments


Weathersfield Fire Departments
Citizen Concern Policy & Procedure
West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Department 

COMMITMENT TO WEATHERSFIELD CITIZENS

Ascutney and West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Departments are private 501©3 nonprofit organizations dedicated to serving the citizens of Weathersfield, Vermont and preserving the integrity of the departments and its community volunteers. The integrity of the fire departments depends on the character and discipline of each volunteer. Providing an avenue to lodge concerns is an integral part of maintaining that integrity and discipline and is a direct reflection on our continuing commitment to excellence. Should a community member need to submit a concern, be assured their concerns will be treated with respect and professionalism.

PURPOSE

The purpose of the Citizen Concern Policy is to protect the community, the fire departments and volunteer fire fighters. All formal concerns, regarding conduct witnessed during official fire department business, such as drills, trainings, meetings and response calls, will be investigated by the West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Chief and Deputy Chief for violation in department policies and/or procedures. Upon closure of the complaint process, a summary will be reported to the Fire Commission, and a response will be provided to the complainant. Citizens complaining anonymously will be advised that their concerns must be reported in writing and signed by the concerned citizen.

PROCESS

All formal written concerns must be directed to the West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Chief. The WWVFD Fire Chief, in conjunction with the Deputy Fire Chief, will determine if a violation in the department’s policies and/or procedures has occurred and provide:
An Administrative Review for complaints of minor misconduct or behavior within the individual fire department,

OR

  • Initiate a Formal Investigation for complaints of serious breach of conduct or behavior that may result in criminal charges being filed. The Weathersfield Police Department and/or Vermont State Police will investigate these complaints.
Within five (5) calendar days of complaint notification, a letter will be sent to the complainant from the WWVFD Fire Chief, acknowledging receipt of the concern.
Within twenty-one (21) days of complaint notification, the WWVFD Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief will provide a summary report to the Weathersfield Fire Commission with stated findings:
  • Complaint Sustained - Allegations were supported by sufficient information to justify conclusion that the action(s) occurred and violations of department policies and procedures resulted.
  • Complaint Not Sustained – Insufficient information available to prove or dispute allegation(s). The allegation(s) appeared to have merit; however, there was insufficient information to either prove or disprove.
  • Exonerated – Alleged action(s) occurred but were justified, lawful and proper. Volunteer(s) acted in compliance with rules, regulations and/or policy and procedures.
  • Unfounded – Allegation(s) are false, did not occur or not supported by the facts.
In the event that the complaint involves the Fire Chief, the citizen will submit their formal written complaint to the WWVFD Deputy Fire Chief. The Deputy Fire Chief will engage the volunteer capacity of a mutual aid Fire Chief to provide unbiased, third party assistance, following all previously mentioned steps. The Deputy Fire Chief will obtain the concluding information, provide correspondence to the complainant and submit a report to the Fire Commission.

DOCUMENTATION

The Citizen Concern Form shall be completed, signed and forwarded to the WWVFD Fire Chief. The WWVFD Fire Chief shall keep documentation on all sustained findings permanently in personnel files of members.

CONCLUSIONS

Further actions, if warranted, shall be processed through the applicable laws and specific offending department’s policies and procedures. Concerns found to be “Unfounded or Purposefully False” shall be forwarded to the Weathersfield Police Chief for review and further action.

APPEAL

Appeal of any complaint will follow the Town of Weathersfield Fire Commission Policy and Procedure, Section VII. Other Duties (c), The Commission shall act as mediator for any disputes or complaints brought against the fire department. 
 
If the complainant feels that the conclusion was unsatisfactory, they may seek mediation assistance from the Weathersfield Fire Commission. The Weathersfield Fire Commission, in conjunction with the Fire Chiefs, will review information and mediate a satisfactory conclusion.


West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Department
PO Box 196
Perkinsville, Vermont 05151 
 
DRAFT TWO/Sept. 30, 2013
DRAFT THREE/February 18, 2014
DRAFT FOUR/February 19, 2014
FINAL & VOTE/November 4, 2014 

 

 Weathersfield Fire Departments

Citizen Concern Policy & Procedure

Ascutney Volunteer Fire Department 

 


COMMITMENT TO WEATHERSFIELD CITIZENS
 
Ascutney and West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Departments are private 501©3 nonprofit organizations dedicated to serving the citizens of Weathersfield, Vermont and preserving the integrity of the departments and its community volunteers. The integrity of the fire departments depends on the character and discipline of each volunteer. Providing an avenue to lodge concerns is an integral part of maintaining that integrity and discipline and is a direct reflection on our continuing commitment to excellence. Should a community member need to submit a concern, be assured their concerns will be treated with respect and professionalism.

PURPOSE
 
The purpose of the Citizen Concern Policy is to protect the community, the fire departments and volunteer fire fighters. All formal concerns, regarding conduct witnessed during official fire department business, such as drills, trainings, meetings and response calls, will be investigated by the Ascutney Volunteer Fire Association President and Fire Chief for violation in department policies and/or procedures. Upon closure of the complaint process, a summary will be reported to the Fire Commission, and a response will be provided to the complainant. Citizens complaining anonymously will be advised that their concerns must be reported in writing and signed by the concerned citizen.

PROCESS
 
All formal written concerns must be directed to the Ascutney Volunteer Fire Association (AVFA) President. The AVFA President, in conjunction with the Fire Chief, will determine if a violation in the department’s policies and/or procedures has occurred and provide:
• An Administrative Review for complaints of minor misconduct or behavior within the individual fire department,

OR
 
• Initiate a Formal Investigation for complaints of serious breach of conduct or behavior that may result in criminal charges being filed. The Weathersfield Police Department and/or Vermont State Police will investigate these complaints.
Within five (5) calendar days of complaint notification, a letter will be sent to the complainant from the AVFA President, acknowledging receipt of the concern.
Within twenty-one (21) days of complaint notification, the AVFA President and Fire Chief will provide a summary report to the Weathersfield Fire Commission with stated findings:
• Complaint Sustained - Allegations were supported by sufficient information to justify conclusion that the action(s) occurred and violations of department policies and procedures resulted.
• Complaint Not Sustained – Insufficient information available to prove or dispute allegation(s). The allegation(s) appeared to have merit; however, there was insufficient information to either prove or disprove.
• Exonerated – Alleged action(s) occurred but were justified, lawful and proper. Volunteer(s) acted in compliance with rules, regulations and/or policy and procedures.
• Unfounded – Allegation(s) are false, did not occur or not supported by the facts.
In the event that the complaint involves the Fire Chief, the citizen will submit their formal written complaint to the AVFA President. The AVFA President will engage the volunteer capacity of a mutual aid Fire Chief to provide unbiased, third party assistance, following all previously mentioned steps. The AVFA President will obtain the concluding information, provide correspondence to the complainant and submit a report to the Fire Commission.

DOCUMENTATION
 
The Citizen Concern Form shall be completed, signed and forwarded to the AVFA President. The AVFA President shall keep documentation on all sustained findings permanently in personnel files of members.

CONCLUSIONS
 
Further actions, if warranted, shall be processed through the applicable laws and specific offending department’s policies and procedures. Concerns found to be “Unfounded or Purposefully False” shall be forwarded to the Weathersfield Police Chief for review and further action.

APPEAL
 
Appeal of any complaint will follow the Town of Weathersfield Fire Commission Policy and Procedure, Section VII. Other Duties (c), The Commission shall act as mediator for any disputes or complaints brought against the fire department.

If the complainant feels that the conclusion was unsatisfactory, they may seek mediation assistance from the Weathersfield Fire Commission. The Weathersfield Fire Commission, in conjunction with the Fire Chiefs, will review information and mediate a satisfactory conclusion.

Ascutney Volunteer Fire Department 
PO Box 91 
Ascutney, VT 05030

DRAFT TWO/Sept. 30, 2013
DRAFT THREE/February 18, 2014
DRAFT FOUR/February 19, 2014
FINAL & VOTE/November 4, 2014


Weathersfield Fire Departments

Citizen Concern Form

Today’s Date: __________________
Name of Concerned Citizen: ______________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
Town: ____________________________ State: _____________ Zip Code: ________
Home Phone: _____________________________ Alternate Phone: _____________
Incident Information
Day _______________ Date _____________ Time ____________ ( )AM ( )PM
Location ________________________________________________________________
Witness(es) to this incident (if known)
Name _______________________ Address __________________ Phone __________
Name _______________________ Address __________________ Phone __________
Name _______________________ Address __________________ Phone __________
Fire Fighters involved in incident (if known)
Name _______________________ Address __________________ Phone __________
Name _______________________ Address __________________ Phone __________
Name _______________________ Address __________________ Phone __________
Description of what happened. (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

Signature ______________________________________________ Date ______________
Please mail this form to the applicable fire department:
Ascutney Volunteer Fire Association      West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Department
Attn: AVFA President                              Attn: WWFD President
PO Box 91                                               PO Box 196
Ascutney, Vermont 05030                       Perkinsville, Vermont 05151

As stated in the Citizen Concern Policy, complainants will receive written acknowledgment of the concern within five (5) calendar days of notification.

To be completed by Fire Department:
Date received: _______________ Date acknowledged: ______________ Date submitted to Fire Comm. ______________




 

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Weathersfield Fire Commission Meeting Agenda - WEDNESDAY, October 28, 2015



Weathersfield Fire Commission
Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
West Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Department

1. Call Meeting to Order

2. Additions or Corrections to Agenda

3. Comments from Committee Members or Citizens for Items Not on Agenda

4. Approve Minutes from Previous Meetings:
A. June 23, 2015
B. September 22, 2015

5. Review Financial Status Reports

6. Review of Reserve Funds

7. Review Fire Departments Monthly Reports and Events Scheduled

8. New Business
A. Weathersfield Fire Services Evaluation ~ Goals and Objectives
B. Fire Warden Information
C. Vacancy on Fire Commission
D. Change of Day for FC Meetings

9. Old Business
A. Cowdrey Road Dry Hydrant
B. Procedures for Fixing Dry Hydrants

10. Next Meeting – November 24, 2015 at Martin Memorial Hall

11. Agenda Submission Deadline 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 18, 2015
lynnesty@comcast.net ~ 802-263-9441

12.Adjourn






Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Holiday Reception and Tea Welcome Mark Richardson

December 5, Saturday 11 am-1 pm

Holiday Reception and Tea

Stop by and Welcome our NEW Library Director Mark Richardson.

Judy and Bob Topolski are the planners.

Weathersfield Proctor Library
5181 Route 5
Ascutney, VT 05030
802-674-2863

Annual Halloween Party at Weathersfield Proctor Library

 Mark Your Calendars!
Annual Halloween Party
 
October 31, Saturday 9 am-1 pm
Halloween Party with refreshments
Costumes are encouraged.

Call Jordan, Our Youth Service Librarian for more info.
Bring Your Tricks and We'll Provide the Treats!

Weathersfield Proctor Library
5181 Route 5
Ascutney, VT 05030
802-674-2863

Expanded Winter Hours on Wednesdays at Weathersfield Proctor Library

Weathersfield Proctor Library
The Library will expand Wednesday evening hours by two hours. 
 
We will now be open from 10 am to 8 am.
 
Weathersfield Proctor Library
 

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Price of "Punch" to Rise at Weathersfield Transfer Station



Weathersfield Transfer Station

Price of “Punch” to rise
from $2.50 to $3.50

On October 19th, the Weathersfield Select Board voted to raise the price of a “punch” at the Weathersfield Transfer Station from $2.50 to $3.50 effective October 26, 2015. Punch cards already in circulation will be honored at the old price of $2.50/punch.

The new price for a five-punch card will be $17.50 and a ten-punch card will be $35.00.

This is a relatively large increase and warrants an explanation. There are three main reasons for the increase.

  • It was determined a few years ago that the balance in our Solid Waste Fund exceeded our needs. For the last few years, the price of punch cards has been held artificially low by drawing down the surplus in this fund. A surplus is no longer available to subsidize the price of punches.

  • A new state law (Act 148) went into effect on July 1, 2015. That law mandates recycling and prohibits charging for disposal of recyclables. The immediate impact of the new law is that our recycling volume is up 17% and waste volume down 13%. This translates into an increased expense for the Town to dispose of the recyclables we have collected, supported by fewer punches to generate the revenue to pay expenses.

  • The sale of recyclables has historically offset some of the operating costs for the Transfer Station. Currently, due to a world-wide glut in recyclables, most recyclables actually cost the Town money for disposal. The one remaining source of income, scrap steel, has seen a reduction in market price paid to the Town from $200 per ton a year ago to about $80 per ton in September.

As the changes in world recycling markets continue and as Act 148 becomes fully implemented, it’s likely that we will experience other changes. Please be assured that the Select Board is doing all it can to provide trash disposal and recycling services to residents in the most responsible and cost-effective way possible.

Green Mountain Power Scam Alert!

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Customers are getting calls from people pretending to be GMP, threatening disconnection and demanding instant payment.

GMP never calls demanding instant payment

If you receive a call and want to talk about your account, hang up and call 888-835-4672. 

Do not give credit card info to scammers!

Monday, October 19, 2015

Appointments to be Filled in Weathersfield




Appointments
            A.  Budget Committee (Two Openings)
            B.   Connecticut River Development Corporation Representative Alternate
            C.  Connecticut River Joint Commission
            D.  CRJC Mt Ascutney Subcommittee
            E.   Conservation Commission (One four year term open)
            F.   Energy Committee (Five Openings)
            G.  Fence Viewer (Two Openings)
            H.  Parks and Recreation Commission (One Opening)
            I.    River Connection Regional Partnership Representative
            J.    Southeastern Vermont Community Action, Inc. Representative
            K.  Southern Windsor County Transportation Advisory Committee
            L. Weathersfield Fire Commission (One Opening) 

If you are interested in filling one of these appointments, please contact the Town Manager at 802-674-2626 or TownMgr@Weathersfield.org 


Notice of Planning Commission Public Meeting


October 19, 2015   

Weathersfield Planning Commission Notice

I) A public meeting before the Town of Weathersfield Planning Commission will be held at the Town Office in Ascutney on Monday, October 26, 2015 at 7:00 pm to consider the following sketch plan:  Application by Wendy Henderson (dba Ascutney Self Storage LLC) for the subdivision of Parcel #06-00-05 into Lot #1 at 4.39 acres and Lot #2 at 1.92 acres.  The property is located on US Route 5 in Ascutney in the Industrial zoning district.  The above sketch plan is available for inspection at the Town Office in Ascutney. A public hearing is scheduled for November 9, 2015 to consider approval of the subdivision request. The above sketch plan is available for inspection at the Town Office in Ascutney.

II) A public meeting before the Town of Weathersfield Planning Commission will be held at the Town Office in Ascutney on Monday, October 26, 2015 at 7:00 pm to consider the following sketch plan:  Application by Joseph and Melody Bishop for a boundary line change of Parcels #01-01-04 and #01-01-04.01.  The property is located on VT Route 106 in Weathersfield in the Conservation 10  zoning district.  The above sketch plan is available for inspection at the Town Office in Ascutney. Land Use Coordinator Scott Osgood, (802)674-2626-  Martin Memorial Hall, 5259 Route 5 Ascutney , VT, email at  landuse@weathersfield.org

 

Select Board Agenda, Monday, October 19th, 2015

 

 

Select Board Agenda
Bow Baptist Church

1102 Route 5, Vermont
Monday, October 19th, 2015
7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Note Location of Meeting: Bow Baptist Church
(Agenda amended 10/18/15 - Added Item #8)
           
1. Call to Order
2. Comments from Select Board and Citizens on topics not on agenda
3. Review Minutes from previous meeting(s)
4. Weathersfield Fire Services Evaluation
   Review possible consultants
   Goals and Objectives
5. Transfer Station FY16 Budget Projection and Punch Ticket Price
6. Respond to request by Weathersfield School Board regarding grounds maintenance services
7. Project Updates: 1879 Perkinsville School House/ Thrasher Road Culvert #4/ Abbot wetlands permit
8. Approve Agreement regarding water well at Highway Department  (Agenda item added 10/18/15)
9. Appointments:   Recognize a vacancy in the Fire Commission
10. Appointments
            A.  Budget Committee (Two Openings)
            B.   Connecticut River Development Corporation Representative Alternate
            C.  Connecticut River Joint Commission
            D.  CRJC Mt Ascutney Subcommittee
            E.   Conservation Commission (One four year term open)
            F.   Energy Committee (Five Openings)
            G.  Fence Viewer (Two Openings)
            H.  Parks and Recreation Commission (One Opening)
            I.    River Connection Regional Partnership Representative
            J.    Southeastern Vermont Community Action, Inc. Representative
            K.  Southern Windsor County Transportation Advisory Committee
  1. Approve Warrants
  1. Future Meeting Agenda Items
                  A. Monday, November 2, 2015 (Martin Memorial Hall)
                                    1.   Award funds from Transfer Station Bottle/Can Redemption Program – Round 3
                                    2.   Set FY2017 budget goals (with Budget Committee)
  1. Rewrite of Large Gathering Permit Ordinance (First Reading)
  2. Begin Planning for Saturday Town Meeting, February 28th, 2016
  3. Make payment on 1879 Perkinsville Schoolhouse Loan?
  1. Adjourn

Weathersfield Monthly Potluck

WEATHERSFIELD MONTHLY POTLUCK 

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Tuesday, October 20, 12:000 NOON at Perkinsville VT Community Church Vestry on Route 106 in Weathersfield. 

Come and enjoy a meal and conversation..... newcomers are always welcome - come and get acquainted....

Bring a hot dish, salad or dessert. Beverages will be provided. 

Contact: Lorraine Zigman 802-263-5245; lzigman@comcast.net


Monday, October 12, 2015

1879 Schoolhouse Committee Meeting Agenda 10-13-2015


Meeting Agenda
1879 Perkinsville Schoolhouse Committee
6:30 PM, Tuesday, October 13, 2015
at Perkinsville Community Church


Call meeting to order:

Attendance:

Approve minutes from 9/22/15 meetings:

Agenda:
  1. Update from Matt Keniston-
  1. Timeline/Phases
  1. Open Floor-
Set Next Meeting Date and Agenda:
Meeting Adjourned:



UPDATE - Loose Dog - Weathersfield - Goulden Ridge Road

 PLEASE SHARE - LOOSE DOG - WEATHERSFIELD VT

 UPDATE:

We had a stray dog, white with brown patch by the tail on golden ridge rd weathersfield vt.
Pitbul mix, as it was reported to us. Fearful, people on this road have not seen him before.
We did not have visual contact with this dog.

Last night I got the phone call the dog I had been looking for was struck by a car on 91s.
If you know of this dog please give weathersfield pd a call or myself 603-477-1229
Thank You



Via private message: There is a large, male, mostly white, boxer/pit running loose on Goulden Ridge Rd. in Weathersfield.

He is not wearing a collar and ran into the woods when I stopped to approach him. He has a long tail with some brown and some brown on his face.

Contact Cathy Sullivan at Lost My Way Animal Shelter 603-477-1229

Appointments Open - Need to Be FILLED!




Appointments still open - need to be FILLED! Participate in your Town!
  1. Appointments
            A.  Budget Committee (Two Openings)
            B.  Connecticut River Development Corporation Representative Alternate
            C.  Connecticut River Joint Commission
            D.  CRJC Mt Ascutney Subcommittee
            E.   Conservation Commission (One four year term open)
            F.   Fence Viewer (Two Openings)
            G.  Parks and Recreation Commission (One Opening)
            H.  River Connection Regional Partnership Representative
            I.    Southeastern Vermont Community Action, Inc. Representative
            J.    Southern Windsor County Transportation Advisory Committee
K. Weathersfield Energy Committee

If you are interested in filling one of these appointments, please email TownMgr@Weathersfield.Org
 or call Jim Mullen at 802-674-2626

Saturday, October 10, 2015

Lebanon, NH Police Warning of Suspicious Van

 https://sites.google.com/a/lebnh.net/police/home/police-news/lpdwarnsofsuspiciousvan?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

LPD Badge

The Lebanon Police Department is investigating recent incidents involving an adult male driving a light blue minivan with NH plates.

The investigation centers around the actions of this man who has tried to entice adult women of varying ages to get into the minivan with him.

Lebanon Police ask anyone who may have information on similar incidents to contact us at (603) 448-1212.

Authorized by: Captain Tim Cohen
Date: 10/09/2015

Lots Going On Today at Ascutney Volunteer Fire Association

It's a great weekend for a yard sale! Doors are open, folks!

Local homemade pies are being dropped off and are available for $10.

We will also be selling tickets for the golf ball drop 3/$25 and have 2 cords of wood being raffled- minimum bid of $300.

 Also remember to bring your old prescription drugs between 10-2 to be recycled!

We look forward to seeing you all! Happy Columbus Day Weekend! 🍁🍂

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Furbearer Trapping Season Begins


 Product Details
Starting October 24 in Vermont, October 15 in New Hampshire, Furbearer Trapping season begins.

Precautions are in order for those who walk their dogs in Vermont and New Hampshire, especially off leash, in the woods. Some traps, commonly known as conibear, or body-gripping traps, can kill your dog.

Baited conibear traps, up to 8”, measured inside the jaws ( 6-1/2" in NH) are legally used at ground level.

To repeat, these traps are baited.

Information is available on the Vermont/NH Fish & Wildlife websites, including dates for each hunting and trapping season.
 
A conibear trap is also known as a kill trap, for it is designed to humanely do just that. It’s jaws, once tripped, are nearly impossible to open without mechanical aid, especially to the uninitiated.

Know the danger that exists, and restrain your dogs during trapping (and hunting) seasons in Vermont and New Hampshire.

Please pass this warning on to other dog owners you know. Wear some blaze orange in the woods, and put some on your leashed furry friends too.


Town office will be close Monday, Oct 12, 2015, in recognition of Columbus Day...



In recognition of Columbus Day, the Town's offices will be closed Monday, October 12th, 2015.  Have a safe holiday!

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

RePosting ~ Armed Robbery - North Springfield Irving Gas Station

Springfield Police Department, Springfield, VT
https://www.facebook.com/Springfield-Police-Department-Springfield-VT-133631763326692/timeline/
 
***REPOSTING***
Armed Robbery
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 09/25/15 at approximately 2204 hours, a masked white male attempted to rob the North Springfield Irving gas station. The suspect was described as being about 5'7" to 5"8" tall and 150 to 160 pounds. He was reportedly wearing a black bandanna, glasses, a Carhartt-type coat over a grey hooded sweatshirt, and gloves. He was reportedly armed with a handgun. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Springfield Police Department at 802-885-2113.