Cavendish Update 4/16/10 SB Mtg/Flushing/Green Up/Events

This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), a non-profit membership organization that is dedicated to the conservation of land and natural resources and to the preservation of historic sites within the context of sustainable economic growth. FMI: PO Box 605, Cavendish VT 05142 or 802-226-7736

The 4/16/10 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Select Board Meeting 4/12/10
2. Cavendish Spring Hydrant Flushing
3. Cavendish Green-Up Activities
4. Cavendish Related News
5. Black River Good Neighbor Spring Rummage Sale Volunteers & Donations
6. Cavendish Library to offer Adult Computer Education Classes
7. Pasta Dinner to Benefit Proctorsville Student’s Heifer Project
8. Cavendish Events 4/17-4/23

1. Select Board Meeting 4/12/10
The following items were discussed at Monday night’s, April 12, Select Board Meeting:

A. Helipad at 1807 Heald Rd: David Coutu, property owner, has provided additional amendments to try and obtain the Select Board’s approval of his plan to build a helipad on his property. In the fall of 2008, the SB voted 3 to 2 against the project. This decision was based on a report from the Planning Commission, as well as a public hearing. At that time, the town’s approval was being sought as part of the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s permitting process. The Select Board voted unanimously to let their previous vote not to support this project stand.

Coutu and his attorney both spoke, expressing the opinion that since the town has no zoning, they can’t have a position in this matter. Coutu stated that he had purchased 150 acres so he could do what he wanted and that he had done everything possible to be accommodating. He will continue to fight this issue and thought it was unfortunate that the Cavendish tax payer would have to bear the brunt of the legal actions that he will bring against the town.

More information about this topic appears in the September 9, 2009 and July 17, 2009 Cavendish Updates, which are archived at www.cavendishvt.blogspot.com

B. Town Constable Position: The SB voted to draw up a “scope of service” for the constable position. In addition, they will appropriate funds for Seth Perry, newly elected to this position, to take the tests in preparation for the various law enforcement-training programs. The Scope of Service approved by the SB will determine the extent of training required. At this juncture, Perry’s duties have been limited to helping with traffic and animal control.

C. Approval of Liquor and Tobacco Licenses: The following stores have been approved for second-class license for liquor and tobacco: Williams Country Store, Bennett’s Cavendish General Store, and Singleton’s. The following establishments have been approved for second-class liquor license: The Cavendish Pointe Hotel, The Castle and Pleasant Valley Food.

2. Cavendish Spring Hydrant Flushing
The Cavendish Municipal Water System will be flushed April 21 (Wednesday)-April 23 (Friday) during the hours of 9-5. System users are reminded that flushing hydrants may cause temporary discoloration and turbidity of the water. Users are advised to avoid drinking the water or washing clothes (especially whites) while discoloration is in evidence. Following hydrant flushing in your area, users should run cold water until it clears before resuming normal use. It is also advisable to flush individual water heaters after the water clears following a hydrant flush in your area.

The flushing program allows the pipes to be purged and the hydrants checked for proper operation. It is very important for system maintenance that this takes place each spring and fall. The Cavendish Municipal Water System apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Questions, or addition information, should be directed to 226-7291

3. Cavendish Green-Up Activities
Marking Vermont’s 40th anniversary, May 1 (Saturday) is the state’s official Green-Up Day. Any one who would like to participate on this Saturday may pick up official Green-Up bags at the Town Office during the week prior, do roadside clean-up on Green-Up Saturday (or any day during the week prior) and then take the filled bags and other debris collected to the Cavendish Transfer Station on May 1 for free disposal. Those collecting trash on their own can also do free disposal on April 27 (Tuesday) and participate in the Green-Up Day BBQ.

When picking up bags, let the Town Office know what areas you plan to cover with your Green-Up activities. There is a need for adults to pick up trash and recyclables on Twenty Mile Stream and Tar bell Hill Roads. These areas pose risks for young children and the town would prefer to have them work away from high traffic areas.

Due to the early spring weather, the Cavendish Green-Up Day will take place on April 27 (Tuesday) starting at 2 pm. Crews will assemble, pick up supplies and area assignments at the Town Highway Garage on Main Street (Rt 131). The Town will supply work gloves, green up bags and safety vests. The Transfer Station will be open between 4:30 and 5:00 to receive items collected. A BBQ takes place on the Cavendish Green immediately following Green-Up.

The roadways are particularly littered this year, so lots of help is needed. FMI: 226-7291.

4. Cavendish Related News
Weathersfield Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies

5. Black River Good Neighbor Spring Rummage Sale Volunteers & Donations
Black River Good Neighbor Services is holding a gigantic Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 21, 22 & 23 from 10am until 4pm. All monies raised will help cover utilities/fuel cost, food and rent assistance for those who qualify and live in Ludlow, Mt. Holly, Proctorsville, Cavendish and Plymouth.

Here is what you can do to help:
1) If you have anything to donate, please call Audrey Bridge at 802-228-3663 to arrange a drop off time. Drop offs will be accepted at Fletcher Farm starting May 15th but be sure to call so someone can be scheduled to meet you and accept your donation. Fletcher Farm’s Barn is located at 611 Route 103 S. Summer clothing will be especially welcome. Furniture will be accepted gratefully (nothing broken or torn please). Please do not donate items that are stained, ripped or broken. If you are unable to drop off a furniture donation, it can be picked up by our volunteers if arrangements are made in advance.

2) If you have a vehicle and some time, Black River Good Neighbor Services could use your help to move items from the Thrift Shop on Main Street to Fletcher Farm.

3) Volunteers are needed to help work the sale as well as setup, so please come and help.

4) There will be a table selling baked goods. So, if you can bake an item to donate for selling, please do so. This proved to be a very popular addition last fall.

5) Please come and buy some of the great bargains.

Contact Audrey Bridge at the Black River Good Neighbor Services Thrift Shop at 105 Main Street or call her at 802-228-3663 or email her at BRGNS@tds.net for further details.

6. Cavendish Library to offer Adult Computer Education Classes
The Cavendish Fletcher Community Library will be holding a series of adult education classes on basic computer skills. The classes will run for five weeks on Tuesday’s beginning on April 27 at 2:00 in the Redfield Proctor Room of the library. Each class will last approximately 1 hour and cover such topics as basic computers use, e-mail, social networking, web skills, and word processing and library programs. Students may sign up for one or all of the classes. A limited number of computers are available for student use, or students may bring their own computers. Please contact Kata at 226-7503 for more information or to sign up for a class.

7. Pasta Dinner to Benefit Proctorsville Student’s Heifer Project
On May 1 (Saturday), the Ludlow Ambulance Service is hosting a pasta dinner, at their facility on West Hill, to benefit Proctorsville resident and CTES student Alyssa Ripley’s Heifer International team. The menu includes pasta, lasagna, salad, desserts and more. Take out available. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids. FMI: 226-7933

8. Cavendish Events 4/17-4/23
April 17 (Saturday)- April 18 (Sunday): New York actor and musician Jamie Ward will work with participants in his “Fun With Shakespeare” workshop that will culminate with a performance. An afternoon workshop will take place on Saturday April 17, followed by a second afternoon workshop on Sunday April 18, then a potluck before the evening performance for the public. There will be space for up to twenty participants and the workshop is free to all through generous funding from the Cavendish Community Fund and the Cavendish Theater Group. The two workshops and final performance will take place in the Gethsemane Episcopal Church in Proctorsville.

April 18 (Sunday): Fun With Shakespeare Performance, see above

April 19 (Monday)-21 (Wednesday) : The Cavendish Fletcher Community Library is looking for help moving some shelving to make the library ADA (American’s with Disabilities) compliant. In order for the shelves to be moved, all of the books must be removed from the shelves in question, as the weight of the books on the shelves would make moving them impossible. Once the shelves are in place, the books must then be placed back on the shelves. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Kata for more information at 226-7503.

April 19 (Monday): Spring Break CTES and GMUHS No School

April 20 (Tuesday): Spring Break CTES and GMUHS No School

April 21 (Wednesday): Spring Break CTES and GMUHS No School

April 22 (Thursday): Earth Day-40th Anniversary.
• Spring Break CTES and GMUHS No School
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373

April 23 (Friday): Spring Break CTES and GMUHS No School