7/9/1996 BOARD OF ASSESSORS Minutes

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i i i Board of Assessors Meeting Page The Overlay Reserve (continued) Chairman Greig again expressed strong concern about possible misuse of Assessing ' ssurplus funds by the selectmen. David Bailey expressed feeling that proper use of these funds can perhaps be rade clear in a separate correspondence to the Selectmen stating that the Board has strong feelings about this money because it was the Assessors ' responsibility for appropriating it in - the first place, and they feel obligated to the Taxpayers to make sure it is� used in a proper manner. Mr, Bailey feels it is not an outrageous request to have some word in what happens to the money afterward; the Board is not asking to vote on this issue but to be involved in the discussions . Marcia Kind again expressed strong feeling about going to the press quickly about this entire issue; we want the Taxpayers to know this money deserves to go back to them. More side discussions followed. Vice Chairman Porter referred to the letter David Bailey prepared and cautioned that it be worded in proper manner. Mr. Bailey recommended that the second paragraph be eliminated entirely and the following wording be added In light of the windfall receipt of state aid and the - fact that these moneys were in essence excess taxes over the past few years , we would like tQ see these funds go toward tax relief. All Board Members expressed approval . Marcia king stated that she will not call the Enterprise; she feels there should be pos * tive • results from this letter. David Bailey stated that he feels comfortable with the present action The Board has taken; he informed the draft of the letter will be ready this Friday. The Internet Mash ee ' s Bone Ra e Vice Chairman Porter asked about the status of this issue. David Bailey informed that it is out there; we have not i publicized it; colors , sketches , and other items are still being worked on. side discussions followed. Board of Assessors Meeting Schedule The next Regular Board Meeting - is scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 1996 at 6 :00 p.m.