Lebanon Selectmen's Meeting Notes 5/9/16

 

The Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers is not an official representative of the Lebanon Maine Board of Selectmen. The notes below are not an official record of the Town of Lebanon or any of their boards or committees, they are only the notes of LMTS resident sitting in on Board meetings. For the official minutes of these meetings, please see the Town of Lebanon Maine Official Town Website.

In light of statements made by individuals at the Lebanon Maine Board of Selectmen's Meeting, it is also important for us to write that we do not represent any one person, board or committee within the Town of Lebanon, Maine and that these are only our notes on the events, happenings and statements during that meeting.

The final Lebanon Maine Selectmen's meeting prior to the May 10th Town Elections was held at the Town Office on Monday evening, May 9th.

While the meeting was scheduled for a 4 pm start with Tom Torno on the agenda, Torno, for the 16th consecutive meeting, was a no-show.

Selectmen Heath and Nadeau were late arrivals, due to being at the Lebanon Elementary School helping Town Clerk Mandy Grenier set up voting booths and get ready for the upcoming election.

The pair of Selectmen arrived shortly after 4:20 pm and the meeting got underway with Selectmen's Assistant Sue Collins addressing the three member Board.

Collins first questioned the Board regarding a resident's question, asking for the status of Upper Middle Road. The resident asked whether Upper Middle Road was a town approved and accepted roadway, or if it were privately owned. Selectman Thompson told Ms. Collins that there was no way for the Board to answer that question without the presence of Torno, and suggested that she try to phone him on Tuesday morning regarding the question.

The next question was regarding a mobile home trailer that needed to be removed from a property. The address was not disclosed publicly. Collins stated that she had called "The Dump Guy", who had quoted her a price of $3,800 for the removal, however, Selectman Heath said that he wanted to make a few telephone calls on the matter, thinking that he could possibly have the trailer removed for free by someone interested in the scrap metal.

Selectmen Heath and Nadeau were reminded that there was an assessing job that needed to be done on Moose Lane. Selectman Thompson suggested that the pair head right out in the morning.

The town's Certified Ratio certificate was presented by Ms. Collins. Thompson later explained that the Certified Ratio was the State certification of the job done by the Assessors of the town, and measures the difference between what properties are assessed at versus what they sell for. The Town of Lebanon is Certified at 98%.

Sue Collins stated that she had received a phone call from Abby Rider, a representative of Ranked Choice Voting. Ms. Rider was asking to come and give a presentation to the Board regarding ranked choice voting. Collins asked if there were any interest in having Ms. Rider attend a Board meeting. Only one Selectman, Mr. Nadeau, had any response, asking Ms. Collins to tell Ms. Rider, "No, we're very busy".

There was a long discussion regarding a residence on Spencer Lane and the proper way to assess the property following State of Maine guidelines, due to the fact that the property was split by a roadway.

At 4:50 pm, Interim Town Treasurer, Ms. Rix, entered the meeting to discuss a few billings that had been presented for payment.

Ms. Rix stated that she had been hired only short term for approximately 25 hours per week, however, she has worked 34 hours one week, and 39 the second. She told the Board that she could stay on for a longer length of time than originally planned if they needed her to, however, she could not work a 40 hour work week.

Discussion was held on the fact that State Law requires that a Town Secretary publish hours per week that the Treasurer would be available to the townspeople. Ms. Rix noted that has not been done in Lebanon, but that she wanted to comply with State Law and make posted office hours on Tuesdays or Thursdays, however the Board decided. The Board stated that they would let Ms. Rix know the best day for her to hold office hours with town residents.

Ms. Rix also stated that she had remained busy by writing out instructions on the many functions that the Town Treasurer performed. Selectmen were thankful for Rix's time in writing detailed instructions.

Deborah Dorey Wilson spoke to the Board regarding the newly formed Cemetery Committee. The Committee has identified 5 small cemeteries they want to visit as the first on their list, 2 on Rt. 202, 1 on River Road, and 2 on Smith Lane. Wilson stated that the committee had identified the owers of those properties and would like to send a post card alerting them to the fact that the cemetery would be visited by representatives of the town and the date of the planned visit.
All 3 Selectmen agreed that the postcard prior to the visit would be a good idea.

Wilson also stated that the committee would like to send a letter to J&S Masonry, the company that won the 2016 bid for cemetery mowing. The Cemetery Committee would like to identify themselves to the owner, and offer help in finding some of the smaller cemeteries on the list, and also ask Ms. Antolin's help in identifying problems that need fixing as she comes across them.
All 3 Selectmen approved Wilson writing the letter to J&S Masonry from the Cemetery Committee, and Selectman Heath provided Wilson with J&S Masonry's e mail address, stating that it might be easier and more effective to e mail than to send the letter via USPS.

Wilson stated that she planned to have a booth at the Lebanon Festival on August 20, 2016 and that she would like to have a photography contest, offering the winning photos in a printed calendar for sale, using some of the money to purchase a handheld GPS unit for the Cemetery Committee's use. Selectman Nadeau asked Wilson if there would be any conditions placed on the donation, and Wilson stated that there would not be any conditions, the GPS unit would become the property of the Cemetery Committee. There was discussion regarding the price of a GPS unit, and Selectman Thompson stated that he had seen some good ones for sale at around the $100 price range.
Selectman Nadeau stated that he wanted the Cemetery Committee to create a binder with photos of each grave in the cemeteries they visit, noting the oldest grave in each cemetery, along with GPS coordinates and that the binder be kept at the Town Office.  Wilson stated that was a long term plan and that the Committee needed the GPS in order to provide some of the requested information. Wilson said that she also wanted to note the approved right of way (to be identified by the property owner) for people to access the cemetery as provided by Maine State Law, and coordinate interesting facts and stories regarding the people buried in the town's cemeteries. Wilson did caution Selectman Nadeau that categorizing every Cemetery in town was a very big, long term goal and would not take place in a Summer. Selectman Thompson stated that there were apps available on cell phones for calculating GPS coordinates, and discussion was held that cell phone apps are not as accurate as a dedicated GPS unit, as cell phones calculate coordinates via pinging from cell phone towers and then calculating via triangulation methods, and if you were out of cell phone service range, you could not utilize the cell phone app.
All three Selectmen agreed that they would approve of Wilson donating a GPS unit to the Cemetery Committee from the planned calendar which would be a result of a photography contest held at the Lebanon Festival on August 20, 2016.

Selectman Thompson noted that there was now a mailbox at the Town Office for the Cemetery Committee, taking a moment to show the box to Wilson and Cemetery Committee member Dana Coull. He added that Town Office staff would soon be adding a page to the Lebanon town website as well. Thompson reminded Wilson to create an e mail address for the Cemetery Committee and be sure to provide it to Town Clerk Mandy Grenier to be included on the website.

Wilson took a moment to speak to the Board on her appreciation of Selectman Heath's help at the Lebanon Clean Up Day.
Discussion was held that Road Commissioner Tom Torno had kept Heath and Wilson along with Firefighter Sanborn and resident Dana Coull, waiting at the Town Office for over 1 1/2 hours, saying via phone communication with Selectman Heath, that he would be there shortly for members of the Road Crew to have lunch, but never showing up at the office. Wilson did state, however that Torno's crew had done a fantastic job of picking up bagged trash and large debris that had been left by residents who had cleaned up the roadways. Discussion was held that Torno's original time to bring the crews to lunch was 12 noon, however in a phone discussion with Selectman Heath, it was noted that Candidate for Road Commissioner, Chris Gilpatrick, had headed out with his own vehicle, picking up the trash and debris and Torno wanted to be sure that folks saw the current Road Commissioner taking part with his crew. Wilson asked the Board to thank Road Commissioner Torno for doing a great job.

Selectman Thompson stated that the Board needed to go into Executive Session, citing personnel issues, and the public vacated the meeting room at 6:55 pm.
The Board returned from Executive Session at 7:08 pm and Selectman Thompson made the following motions regarding their Executive Session discussion.

1. Thompson motioned to transfer the amount of $25,000. from the town's contingency fund (Currently in the amount of $65,390.27) to cover the town's legal fees. Thompson stated this was necessary as the $35,000.00 budgeted for legal fees in the June 2015 vote, had been expended and that there was currently $1,100.00 in the Legal Fees account. Thompson added that the additional $25,000.00 should be enough to see the 2016-17 Board through to the end of the year.
Selectman Nadeau seconded the motion and all three Selectmen were in favor.

2. Selectman Thompson motioned to transfer the amount of $750.00 from the town's contingency fund into the Code Enforcement budget to cover wages and mileage. Thompson stated that due to the amount of training required of the Lebanon Code Enforcement Officer, the additional money was to cover training hours and mileage expenses. The motion was seconded by Selectman Nadeau, all three Selectmen were in favor.

Selectman Paul Nadeau made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Selectman Ben Thompson. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 pm.

Lebanon Building Code Ordinance: A Discussion with Selectman Ben Thompson and the Lebanon Town Attorneys.

LMTS has shared with the voters of Lebanon, several pieces of information on the proposed Building Code Ordinance that will be appearing for your vote on the May 10, 2016 Lebanon Town Ballot.
Tonight we hear from Selectman Ben Thompson, and from the Attorneys for the Town of Lebanon with regards to changes, additions and necessity of voting on this ordinance.
Thank you to Selectman Thompson for sharing with us all.


Ben Thompson ::::So in an effort to be fair to the voters, I share the following email directly from our Town attorney:
Thank you, Ben Thompson.

Ben –

I spoke with Mike and understand the difference between the current and proposed ordinance in regard to the building permit fees. So to respond to Chip’s comments:

Sections B and C of the current ordinance are conflicting – Section B calculates fees for applications for additions and alterations according to the construction cost and Section C calculates costs for additions and new construction according to the square footage. According to Mike, in practice the Town only applies section C. The purpose of the amendment is to eliminate Section B in its entirety, leaving only that section which has been applied by the town historically. So yes, a building permit fee for an 800 sq. ft. addition is $320 under the proposed amendment, but it is the same under section C of the current ordinance.

With regard to the comment about a kitchen renovation, note that the following activities do not need a permit under MUBEC: Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work. So a basic kitchen remodel would not require a permit.

Finally, with regard to the third party inspector, the current ordinance is silent with regard to third-party inspectors and only mentions the CEO. The proposed ordinance clearly states multiple times that the CEO will inspect construction that falls under the IRC and third party inspectors will be used to inspect projects under the IBC. I did not see any conflicting working in the proposed ordinance.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you

Mary

Mary E. Costigan
Shareholder

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Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers Thank you for sharing that e mail, Ben Thompson..........may I copy and paste it with your name on it to the page website and include it in the discussion regarding the Building Code Ordinance???

 

 

 

Ben Thompson Yes please. Also to put the third party inspector question to rest as well.....please share and read,

"14. Who enforces the Maine Uniform Building Codes and Energy Code?

The Code Enforcement Officer (CEO)/Building Official enforces the codes in towns with populations of more than 4,000 persons. Inspections by the CEO are required to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy. If towns under 4,000 elect after 9/28/11, to adopt and enforce building and/or energy codes: the CEO/BO would enforce the code. If a town under 4,000 elects to have no code, no enforcement is necessary. However it would be beneficial if builders/contractors/property owners still built to code as financial institutions, insurance agencies and real estate owners may be requiring inspection reports.

15. Who enforces the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code if there is no local Code Enforcement Officer or if there is one, that person is not trained in the building codes or energy codes?
The town may have a CEO, but their job description may be limited to working with land use issues, shoreland zoning or plumbing regulations. Municipalities have the following options:

A. Building officials/Code enforcement officers: Inspections performed by building officials certified pursuant to 30-A M.R.S. §4451.

B. Inspections by virtue of inter-local agreements: Inspections performed by virtue of inter-local agreements with other municipalities, that share the use of building officials, certified in building standards pursuant to 30-A M.R.S. §4451.

C. Contractual agreements: Inspections performed by virtue of contractual agreements with one or more municipalities, or county or regional authorities, that share the use of building officials certified in building standards pursuant to 10 M.R.S. §9723.

D. Third party inspection by report: Inspections performed and verified by reports from a TPI, certified pursuant to 10 M.R.S. §9723.

FOLLOW THIS LINK
AND SEE FAQ ON THE SIDEBAR.... http://www.maine.gov/dps/bbcs/

 

 

 

Ben Thompson So under the state mandated MUBEC code, the CEO is the default inspector in municipalities over 4,000 residents. At the 2010 census, we were over 6,000. The proposed ordinance asks the citizens' to allow the Code Enforcement Officer to not have to inspect commercial properties, but allow third party inspectors. The citizens have to vote to allow this change.

Lebanon Fire and EMS Posts April 2016 Call Log

Lebanon Fire and EMS Call Report

April 2016

 

from Chief Daniel Meehan

EMS Calls:

Chest Pain (Non-Traumatic) 1
Convulsions / Seizures 3
Diabetic Problems 2
Falls 1
Headache 1
Hemorrhage / Lacerations 1
Overdose / Poisoning (Ingestion) 2
Psychiatric / Abnormal Behavior / Suicide Attempt 8
Sick Person 5
Traffic / Transportation Incident 12
Unconscious / Fainting (Near) 2
Unknown Problem (Man Down) 1
Assault / Sexual Assault 4
Back Pain (Non-Traumatic/Non-Recent Trauma) 1
Breathing Problems 4
Burns (Scalds) / Explosions (Blast) 1
Other 3
Stand By (Fire, Law, etc) 1
Total 53

Fire Calls:

Motor Vehicle 5
Accidents Mutual Aid 5
Public Assist 1
Unpermitted Burn 5
Brush fire 1
Propane Leak 1
Investigation 2
Total 20

  

Lebanon Resident Speaks With Regards to Proposed Building Code Ordinance.

LMTS received an interesting e mail from Lebanon resident Chip Harlow this morning.

In reaching out to Chip, he has agreed to allow me to use his e mail toward better understanding in the very complicated world of Building Code Ordinance discussion.

 

Many of us here in Lebanon do not understand Building Code Ordinances. We arrive at the poles like virgins arriving at the top of a mountain. Whether we are thrown from a cliff and sacrificed all depends on how much we take the time to educate ourselves prior to making that final check mark on the ballot.

 

Chip has spelled out his personal objections to the passing of the proposed Lebanon Building Code Ordinance, which will be presented on the May 10, 2016 Lebanon Town Ballot.

 

***Please note that this e mail was shared with permission of it's creator, the information expressed are the comments and beliefs of the resident submitting it for your review. They are the statement of the individual and not of LMTS, regardless of whether we agree or do not......ALL page friends are welcome to submit information, objections, or comments via the Facebook comments section, or via e mail for publication and consideration. No comments or e mails will be shared without the author's name attached for validity and accountability of statement.***

 

Thank You. ~~Deborah Dorey Wilson, Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers.

 

Below, please find the statement by Mr. Harlow, addressing Lebanon residents........

 

 

 

So, comparing the current CEO ordinance with the proposed, there is actually a huge difference in permit fees! If you look at current ordinance, including the addendum approved on June 8, 2010, additions and alterations  for single family is $4.00 per thousand of estimated cost. So if cost is $10k, then permit would be $40. For example, let's build a 800sqft garage for say $20k. Current ordinance would charge $80, proposed ordinance would charge $320.  Big difference!!!!!!!  Proposed ordinance is 40 cents a square foot. Upon careful review of the two ordinances, it was noticed that there may actually be a transcribing/typo error. It looks like the attempt was to use the addendum from 2010 for the fees in the proposed ordinance but they combined two lines by accident and left out some wording. 

Current Ordinance

A. Minimum Building fees for single family residential: $40.00 Commercial: $50.00

B. Additions & Alterations: $4.00 per thousand for single family residential & $8.00 per thousand commercial (my note: per thousand is referring to estimated cost)

C. Include additions with new construction & increase square foot cost of construction .40 cents for single family residential & .75 cents commercial.

D. Include fees for starting construction without a permit, to be double the permit fees or $100.00 whichever is greater

E. Assess re-inspection fees $25.00 to be paid prior to the next scheduling of an appointment

Proposed Ordinance

 

A. Exactly the same as above.

B. Additions and alterations: include additions with new construction and increase square foot cost of construction .40 cents per square foot for single family residential & .75 cents per square foot commercial

C. Fees for starting construction without a permit shall be double the permit fee or $100.00, whichever is greater.

D. Re-inspection fees of $25.00 shall be paid prior to the scheduling of an inspection appointment

As you can see, in the new ordinance, lines B and C of current ordinance have been combined into just B of the proposed, and consequently has a totally different meaning and will potentially cost the resident a lot more money.

New construction would be the same. No difference btw current and proposed.

Also, current ordinance only requires permits for alterations that would change the overall height or footprint of the home. So, if I were to remodel my kitchen, no permit is required, but under the proposed ordinance, one would be. I don't necessarily disagree, but this has not been fully explained to the people, and since a permit would now be needed, and extra cost to the resident is incurred. 

These are just my initial thoughts. Also, the current ordinance allows third party inspectors. There is conflicting wording in the proposed ordinance about the use of third party inspectors for residential.

Chip Harlow

Some Lebanon Building Code Information.... The Facts, Ma'am, Only the Facts.

Not ever having to deal with following building codes, LMTS has been trying to dive into this debate and figure it out for myself.
Since I'm figuring things out for myself, I thought I would share my findings on the page and hopefully answer some of the questions out there about the Town of Lebanon Building Code, the MUBEC Building Code, when MUBEC should have been enacted, who should have known and didn't, and maybe stop some of the finger pointing and arguing over which building code should be being enforced within the town of Lebanon.

First let's reference the old Building Code for the Town of Lebanon Maine as provided by Lebanon Town Clerk Mandy Grenier.

This document follows, along with its consecutive amendments...........



BUILDING CODE ORDINANCE
TOWN OF LEBANON, MAINE

Sec. 1. Administration
   The Selectmen, assisted by the Code Enforcement Officer shall be the administrative officers of this ordinance. The CEO shall receive applications for permits allowing the erection, alterations, or change of use of buildings, as provided in this ordinance; shall keep complete records of all applications and the action taken on the applications, promptly survey and inspect ail buildings, alterations or use proposed, and may issue permits for erection, alterations or change of use of ail buildings, if in their opinion the proposal complies with the law of the State, this ordinance and bylaws.

Sec. 2. Permit Required
   No building construction shall be started; no alterations of existing buildings that will increase floor or height measurements, and no building shall be put to any different use than on the day of enactment of this ordinance, until a permit thereof has been issued under the terms of this ordinance. Any building that is moved from one location to another shall comply or be altered to comply with this ordinance within one (1) year after relocation.

Sec. 3. Permit Application Procedure; Fees
   No application for a permit required by this ordinance shall receive action by the Code Enforcement Officer unless made in writing. All applications for a permit to build, construct, or alter any building, shall be accompanied by a sketch or plan of the proposed
building or alteration.
A building permit shall become void upon completion of work for which the permit was issued or two (2) years from date of issue. Work incomplete upon the expiration of the permit shall he considered a violation of the Building Code, and shall be subject to the provisions of Section 8, Enforcement (unless covered by a renewal permit). Extension of each permit or each renewal permit shall not be valid for a period of more than one (I) year.
A building permit shall become void unless operations are commenced within six (6) months from the date of approval. An extension permit may be granted.
NO permit shall be transferable from any applicant to any other person or corporation.

....Effective March 20, 1989 —The new rates for construction permits are as follows:
20C per square foot of Dwelling or commercial floor space. IOC per Square foot of utility floor space.
A. All other construction requiring permits, including chimneys at a rate of $2.00 per Thousand of Estimated cost with a minimum fee of $20.00"
B. Additions & Altergtions: $4.00 per thousgn4 @rSingle familv residential & S8.OO per thousand
commercial.
C. Include additions with new construction & increase square foot cost of,constructien .40 cents for sinqle family. residential & .75 cents commercial.
D. include fees for startinq construction without a permit, to be double the permit fees or SIOO.pq
whichever is greater.
E. Assess re-inspection fees $25.00 to be paid prior to the next scheduling of an appointment.

Sec. 4. Consideration of Application
Upon receiving such application the Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) shall promptly take such action as may be indicated in the way of investigation or public hearings, to acquaint himself with the merits of the application. If the CEO finds the proposed building, alteration, or use of building, to conform with the law and this ordinance, the CEO may at once issue the permit in writing. If the CEO finds the proposal in any conflict with the law or this ordinance he shall fix whatever restrictions or conditions on the proposed construction or use, as may be in the best judgment, right and proper, or for reasonable cause refuse the permit.
If no action is taken by the CEO within thirty (30) days from the date of the applications the permit shall be considered refused. Any oversight or neglect of duty on the part of the CEO, Code Enforcement Officer, shall not legalize the construction, alteration, or change of use of any building which is regulated by this ordinance.

Sec. 5. Building Standards
No building or structure shall be erected, altered, rebuilt, or relocated unless in compliance with the following:
a,Garages. No public garage having any service or repair enterprise shall be erected or enlarged unless the new construction be of noncombustible material.
b. Trailer Additions. All additions must comply with this building ordinance. Any mobile home or trailer cannot be used as an addition to a dwelling house or mobile home that is used as a dwelling.
c. Roofs. No roof of any building shall be covered or recovered in whole or in part save with noncombustible or fire resistant roofing materials.
d. Chimney Construction. No chimney shall be built, erected, or altered below the roof unless containing a tile lining and with an iron clean-out door at or near its base, and shall extend at least two (2) feet above the roof. No chimney shall be built erected, or altered below the roof having wood or other combustible materials within two (2) inches of the chimney. All chimneys must be constructed of masonry from the ground up on a solid masonry base.
e, Foundation, All structures shall be set on solid foundations of cement, brick, stone, or other acceptable masonry, except that in special cases where the buildings are to be used for accessory or seasonal use, the CEO may waiver the requirements of this section and permit the use of wood, metal or masonry piers, provided that the crawl spaces on seasonal dwellings are enclosed by latticework.
f. Minimum Building Area, Every dwelling unit to be used by a single family shall have a minimum ground floor area equivalent to twenty by twenty-five feet (20' x 25') in dimensions.
g. Outside Walls. Outside walls shall be constructed of material commonly used for outside construction, and materials customarily painted shall be painted. Tarred or roofing paper shall be permitted only as a temporary covering. Permanent siding shall be applied before expiration of the permit.
h. Sewerage. All newly constructed dwellings, commercial, public or industrial buildings, and all mobile homes and trailers used
as dwellings, shall be connected to or provided with a septic tank type sewerage disposal system.
i. Change of use. The use of any building may be changed provided it complies with all the regulations of this ordinance, and does not detract from local property, or cause a nuisance or menace.
j. Exceptions. The construction of small accessory buildings not used for dwelling purposes, together with minor alterations, repairs and general upkeep of existing buildings; shall be exempt from the provisions of this ordinance, provided in the opinion
of the Selectmen, this construction, minor alterations, repairs, and upkeep, does not cause an unsightly appearance or nuisance.
k. Bearing or Exterior walls shall be at least two (2) by four (4) inch studs sixteen (16) inches on center. Outside corner post shall be the equivalent of not less than three (3) pieces of two (2) by four (4) inch studs, braced by not less than one (I) piece of one (I) by four (4) inch continuous diagonal brace from shoe to plate let into studs. Bracing may be omitted when plywood sheets four (4) by eight (8) feet panels are used.
Non Bearing partitions. Studs in nonbearing partitions shall not be spaced more than twenty-four (24) inches on center. This applies to interior walls only.
Framing Over Openings - All openings in exterior and interior walls, windows, doors and fireplaces shall have headers made up
of:
30 inch opening or less.
30 to 48 inch.
48 inches to eight feet.
8 feet to 12 feet.
12 feet to 16 feet,
At least two (2), two (2) by four (4) inches nailed together.
At least two (2), two (2) by six (6) inch nailed together.
At least two (2), two (2) by eight (8) inch nailed together.
At least two (2), two (2) by ten (10) inch nailed together.
At least two (2), two (2) by twelve (12) inch nailed together.
Floor Joist shall be spaced not more than sixteen (16) inches oncenter and shall be at least two (2) by eight (8) inch stock.
Roof Rafters shall be spaced not more than sixteen (16) inches on center and shall be at least two (2) by six (6) inch stock.
Exception: Roof trusses prefabricated may be two (2) by four (4) inch properly nailed with gussets sixteen (16) on Center.
Mobile homes and trailers shall be exempt from the foundations provisions of this ordinance. Mobile homes and
Trailers may be exempted from the minimum ground floor area regulation, if in the opinion of the CEO. the area is adequate for the number of residents involved.
The area of enclosed porches on lake-shore seasoned dwellings shall be considered as part of the ground floor area.

** AMENDMENT TO BUILDING CODE ORDINANCE
ARTICLE 5, SECTION F
MINIMUM BUILDING AREA
Every Dwelling unit to be used by a single family shall have a minimum living area of 720 square feet. ( The temporary accommodation of an additional family member e.g. mother-in-law in a studio apartment, so-called), shall not be considered a separate dwelling unit.
** Amendment adopted by Town Meeting vote on March 14, 1987.

*** AMENDMENT TO BUILDING CODE ORDINANCE
ARTICLE 5, SECTION F
MINIMUM BUILDING AREA
Definition of in-law/studio apartment: A small apartment consisting of one main living space, a small kitchen and a bath.
An in-law/studio apartment is created by converting part of an existing single-family dwelling into a separate dwelling unit with only one bedroom, which is accessory to the single-family use. The accessory apartment shall conform to all of the following standards:
A. The accessory apartment shall not have a separate, identifiable front entrance.
B. The accessory apartment shall not alter the single-family character of the structure. The principal unit in the structure shall be occupied by the owner, and the owner shall file a declaration with the CEO indicating that the in-law shall not be used as a rental unit. Continiued occupancy of the accessory apartment upon sale or transfer of the property shall be conditioned upon the new owner agreeing to the owner occupancy requirement.
*** Amendment adopted by Town Meeting vote on June 9, 2009.

AMENDMENT TO BUILDING CODE ORDINANCE
SECTION 3
PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURE (FEES)

Minimum Building Fees for single family residential: $40.00 Commercial: $50.00
Additions and alterations: $4.00 per thousand for single family residential and $8.00 per thousand commercial.
Include additions with new construction and increase square foot cost of construction .40 cents for single family residential and .75 cents commercial.
Include fees for starting construction without a permit, to be double the permit fees or $100.00, whichever is greater.
Assess re-inspection fees of $25.00 to be paid prior to the next scheduling of an appointment.
**** Amendment adopted by Town Meeting vote on June 8, 2010.



Okay, so we can clearly see that the original Lebanon Building Code was enacted in the late 1980's with the last amendment added on June 8, 2010..........

So now the Maine State Law that references the use of MUBEC as universal building code for Maine towns.........

 

Intro/Brief: 

After the legislative establishment of the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) in April 2008 by LD 2257 (enacted as P.L. 699), the Bureau of Building Codes and Standards (within the Department of Public Safety) has issued regulations setting the 2009 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2007 as the mandatory energy standards for residential, commercial, and public buildings statewide.

The MUBEC is effective June 1, 2010. There will a six-month transition period during which towns may still enforce their previous codes. Among the new rules:

• Towns with a population of 2,000 that had a building code on August 1, 2008 will be required to begin enforcing the code December 1, 2010.
• Towns with a population of 2,000 that did not have a building code on August 1, 2008 will be required to begin enforcing the code December 1, 2012.
• Towns with a population under 2,000 are not required to enforce the code.
• The MUBEC replaces all local municipal building codes. Cities and towns may not amend any MUBEC provisions, even to make it more stringent.
• Enforcement is the responsibility of local jurisdictions. Municipalities without a CEO certified by the State Planning Office may authorize a Third-party Inspector to conduct compliance inspections and prepare a report to be given to the municipal CEO as an application for the Certificate of Occupancy.

As we can clearly see, included in the "intro" section, MUBEC was effective on June 1, 2010, and the Maine State Law calls for it to have been in place in towns with over 2,000 residents (The Town of Lebanon) on or before December 1, 2010 as the town had an active Building Code in place since at least the 1980s.

With all the hoopla about $800 Building Permits, let's go back to the original Lebanon Building Ordinance. The cost of $4.00 per square foot was enacted in an amendment (Referenced above as Section 3) on June 8, 2010. So in reality, all New Construction Building Permits should have been being charged this way for the last 6 years.

So now the question becomes whether or not current Code Enforcement Officer, Mike Beaulieu is correct in penning the proposed new Building Ordinance, calling for the town voters to move to fall into compliance (legally, as in, actually in writing), and follow MUBEC Building Code, like we should have been since December of 2010, or we continue on with nothing in writing to document that change, but also nothing in writing to show that we have legally moved to fall into enforcement of Maine State Law.

This decision is completely up to the Voters of the Town of Lebanon.

If we choose to do nothing, the old Building Code remains on the town books and is not overturned and we comply to Maine State Law silently, as mandated.
If we vote to enact, the fees will remain the same as they have been since 2010, and the Town of Lebanon has a legal Ordinance on the books showing our compliance with MUBEC, and merging with the same fee schedule voted in back in 2010. 

As we make this decision, it is important that as many people as possible look at and review the proposed NEW Lebanon Building Code, in the same place as the old one. So below, please read and review the proposed Lebanon Building Code.



Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code Administrative Ordinance -
Town of Lebanon, Maine

I. Title.
This ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the "Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code Administrative Ordinance" of the Town of Lebanon, Maine.

2. Purpose and Authority
The purpose of this Ordinance is to establish administrative and enforcement provisions in relation to the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC). The Town has authority to enact building code provisions relating to local enforcement, per MRSA Title 10 9724(5).

3. Code Administration
In accordance with MRSA 25 2373, the MUBEC must be enforced in the Town of Lebanon beginning July 1, 2012. The Town is required to enforce the MUBEC through inspections that comply with the code. A copy of MUBEC is and shall remain on file with the Town Clerk and is available for public use, inspection and examination. Enforcement of the MUBEC will occur through inspections by the Code Enforcement Officer for structures covered under the International Residential Code and through third-party inspectors for structures covered under the International Building Code. The MUBEC shall be administered within the Town of Lebanon by the Code Enforcement Officer.

4. Duties of Code Enforcement Officer
The Code Enforcement Officer's duties shall be as outlined in the MUBEC, and shall include but are not limited to:
a. Receive permit applications, examine construction documents and issue permits for the erection and alterations of buildings and structures.
b. For structures covered by the International Residential Code, the Code Enforcement Officer shall inspect premises for which permits are issued, make all required inspections, or accept reports of inspection by approved agencies.
c. For structures covered by the International Building Code, the Code Enforcement
Officer shall receive certified reports from Third - Party Inspectors as outlined below.
d. Enforce compliance with the provisions of the code and issue notices or orders to ensure compliance, including suspending or revoking permits.
e. Render interpretations of the MUBEC and policies and procedures to clarify the application of its provisions.
f. Keep official records, applications received, permits and certificates issued, .fees collected, reports of inspections by the Code Enforcement Officer and Third - Party
Inspectors, as well as notices and orders issued.
g. Impose any applicable fees and ensure proper payments have been made before or upon issuance of any permits
h. Refer permits requiring subdivision, shoreland zoning or floodplain review to the Planning Board as required.
i. Investigate complaints and act on violations as outlined herein.
j. Issue Certificates of Occupancy as per 25 MRSA 2357-A and the MUBEC.

5. Building Permits Required
The construction, alteration, repair, removal, demolition, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures shall comply with the MUBEC. Building permits are required as per the
MUBEC and shall become void upon completion of work for which the permit was issued or one
(I) year from date of issue. An extension of the permit may be granted by the Code Enforcement Officer upon written request to the Code Enforcement Officer made prior to the expiration.

6. Building Permit Application
Application for a building permit shall include the following:
a. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
b.Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
c. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required by MUBEC.
d. State the estimated valuation of the proposed work.
e. Be signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized agent.
f. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.
g. For structures covered by the International Building Code — Include certification of a contractual arrangement between a Third-Party Inspector and the building owner A copy of all required State of Maine Fire Marshal's building permits.
h. Be accompanied by the required fee as set forth below.

7. Permit Approval.
The Code Enforcement Officer shall examine applications and shall within seven (7) days either issue the requested permit or provide a written notice of refusal to the applicant stating the reasons therefore. All additional permits required for the proposed projects shall be obtained
prior to issuance of the building permit.

8. Fees.
Upon submission of an application, the applicant shall pay a non-refundable application fee. No building permit shall be issued until all fees due have been paid. All fees required by this
Ordinance are outlined as follows...
A. Minimum Building Fees for single family residential: $40.00 Commercial: $50.00
B. Additions and alterations: Include additions with new construction and increase square foot cost of construction .40 cents per square foot for single family residential and .75 cents per square foot commercial.
C. Fees for starting construction without a permit shall be double the permit fees or $100.00, whichever is greater.
D. Re-inspection fees of $25.00 shall be paid prior to the scheduling of an inspection appointment.

9. Inspections.
In accordance with the MUBEC, for structures covered by the International Residential Code, upon notification the Code Enforcement Officer shall make the required inspections and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory as completed, or shall notify the permit holder wherein the same fails to comply. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the Code Enforcement Officer. Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in each inspection without first obtaining the approval of the Code Enforcement Officer.

10. Third-Party Inspectors (as defined in MRSA 25 2371).
For structures covered by the International Building Code, certified reports from third-party inspectors, as outlined in 25 MRSA 2373(4), shall be submitted to the Code Enforcement Officer prior to obtaining a certificate of occupancy as required in 25 MRSA 2357-A. Such third-party inspections shall be obtained pursuant to independent contractual arrangements between the building owner and a third-party inspector.

11. Permit Modifications.
After issuance, any modifications to a permit shall require a revised permit application and a revised permit prior to beginning work.

12. Certificate of Occupancy.
No Building or structure that is the subject of a building permit or change of use of permit shall be used or occupied until the Code Enforcement Officer issues a Certificate of Occupancy per 25
MRSA 2357-A and in accordance with the MUBEC. For structures covered by the International Building Code, the Code Enforcement Officer shall issue a Certificate of Occupancy based on receipt of a satisfactory inspection report by a certified third-party inspector.

13. Enforcement.
Enforcement and penalties shall be consistent with 30-A MRSA 4452. It shall be unlawful to erect, construct, alter, extend, repair, move, remove, demolish or occupy any building, structure or equipment regulated by the MUBEC without a building permit, or cause the same to be done, in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of the MUBEC. If the Code Enforcement
Officer finds that any of the provisions of this Ordinance are being violated, the Code
Enforcement Officer shall serve a notice of violation on the person responsible for the violation. Such notice shall direct the discontinuance of the illegal action or condition and the abatement of the violation. The Code Enforcement Officer shall be responsible for initial efforts to enforce the provisions of this Ordinance as set forth in 30-A MRSA 4452.

14. Penalties.
Any person, firm or corporation owning or having control of any building or premises or part thereof who violates any of the provisions of this Ordinance commits a civil violation and is subject to civil penalties under 30-A MRSA 4452. Each day such violation or failure to comply is permitted to exist, after notification by the Code Enforcement Officer, shall constitute a separate violation. All fines shall be paid to the Town of Lebanon.

15. Appeals.
In accordance with MRSA 25 2356 and MRSA 30-A 4103(5) and the Board of Appeals
Ordinance, an appeal may be taken in writing from any order or decision of the Code Enforcement Officer to the Board of Appeals. Fees for appeals shall be established by the Appeals Board Ordinance.

16. Savings Clause.
If any provision of this Ordinance is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, this finding shall not affect the remainder of this Ordinance. All inconsistent ordinances previously adopted are hereby repealed.


The choice is still up to the Voters of the Town of Lebanon and your voice will be heard in your vote on May 10, 2016 when you mark your ballot at the Lebanon Town Vote.
Thank you for giving a moment of your time in order to read the information and educate yourselves to the changes proposed for your town's Building Code Ordinance.

Lebanon Board of Selectmen Enact New Town of Lebanon Ethics Policy at Monday Evening Meeting

TOWN OF LEBANON, MAINE
Ethics Policy
Established May 2016
Ethics Policy
The Maine State Legislature through Title 30-A, Chapter 141, Section 3001 grants the Lebanon Board of Selectmen the authority to develop and administer an ethics policy that is binding upon every officer, official, employee, any person who represents or acts on behalf of the Town, any appointed or elected individuals of the Town of Lebanon as well as those who serve in the public trust of the Town of Lebanon. This Ethics Policy Handbook shall be in supplement to the Town Personnel Policy handbook, and shall include four parts written, maintained, and named as follows: Ethics Policy, Ethics Procedure, Ethics Disclosure Conflict of Interest, Ethics Disclosure Acknowledgement of Policy.
Statement of Purpose.
Public office is a public trust. The trust of the public is essential for
government to function effectively. Public policy developed and administered by municipal officials and employees affects every citizen of the Town of Lebanon, and it must be based on fiscal responsibility, transparency, honesty, integrity and fairness in deliberations and decisions. This process must be free from favoritism, threats, undue influence and all forms of impropriety, including the appearance of any of
these, so that the confidence of the public is maintained at all times. By enacting this policy and program, the Town of Lebanon seeks to avoid any loss of trust and to maintain and increase the confidence of its citizens in
the integrity and fairness of their government.
Application.
This policy and program is applicable to and binding upon every officer, official, employee, any person who represents or acts on behalf of the Town of Lebanon, and every member of any boqrd, commission and those who serve in the public trust of the Town of Lebanon.
Expectations.
It is expected that all Town of Lebanon officials, whether elected or appointed, and all Town employees, whether full, part-time, on-call, or
volunteers in all departments, and any consultants or contractors providing service to the Town shall conduct themselves at all times with the highest degree of personal and professional integrity. Examples of these expectations include but are not limited to the following:
1. No person(s) bound by this policy shall solicit or accept any gift, service or favor from any person who, to his or her knowledge, is interested in any pending matter within such official or employee's official responsibilities.
2. No person(s) bound by this policy shall take any official action upon any matter in which he or she or any family member has an interest that is in conflict with the proper discharge of his or her duties or employment in
the public interest, or of his or her responsibilities as prescribed by the laws of this state. No person(s) bound by this policy shall participate in any matter where there exists an actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest. For additional information please reference MRSA TITLE 30-A
Section 2605 and the Town of Lebanon's policy regarding conflicts of interest as it applies to any Town official or employee.
3. Any person in public service who:
a) has a direct or indirect financial interest in any matter regarding
which such person has or may have any official duties or
b) for whom any family member has an interest that is in conflict with
his/her duties or employment in the public interest,
Shall disclose that information to the Board of Selectmen, who shall record such information in their official minutes.
4. No person(s) bound by this policy or board or commission member shall influence or attempt to influence the outcome of any matter before a town board or commission independent of that board or commission's established procedures or practices. Such undue influence includes but is not limited to: discussions with a petitioner or applicant to a town board or commission outside of board or commission meetings or allowed procedures, or with other groups or individuals attempting to influence the outcome of an issue.
5. No person bound by this policy shall disclose confidential information concerning Town affairs, nor shall he or she use such information to advance his or her own personal or financial interests or those of other persons.
6. The Town of Lebanon is committed to maintaining an atmosphere free from personal animosity that impairs impartial judgment. Intimidation;
retaliation, or discrimination in all its public or private dealings involving employees, officials (elected or appointed), contractors, consultants, residents and members of the public may result in disciplinary action, termination, or recall as applicable.
7. All person(s) bound by this policy shall strictly adhere to the expectations of this policy in all social media activity whether it be starting an original thread or post or commenting on threads or postings previously established. (Refer to Maine Townsman July 2013, p. 35 as needed)
This policy is not intended to infringe on the rights of municipal employees or officials otherwise permitted by law.
A procedure (see Lebanon Ethics Procedure) is in place for the reporting of any situation that does not meet the above expectations or is otherwise in conflict with the Lebanon Ethics Policy Statement of Purpose.
Compliance.
The Ethics Policy and Program of the Town of Lebanon, as well as_the personal and professional conduct of all Town officials: employeesl contractors and consultants. shall comply at all times with applicable state law, the policies and ordinances for the Town of Lebanon, and any other
applicable regulations. Where there is a conflict between this Policy and any portion of any collective bargaining agreement with any union local representing Town of Lebanon employees, the language of that agreement shall prevail.
Severability.
If any portion of this Policy is determined to be inappropriate or unenforceable, the remainder of the Policy shall not be affected.
Policy Administration:
Responsibilities of the Board of Selectmen:
The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Lebanon are designated the officers in charge of administration and interpretation of the Lebanon Ethics Policy.
They will:
l. Provide new Town officials, employees, and those who serve in the
public trust of the Town of Lebanon a written copy of The Lebanon Ethics
Policy and The Lebanon Ethics Procedure, Acknowledgement of Policy and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest.
2. Review The Lebanon Ethics Policy and The Lebanon Ethics Procedure with new Town officials, employees, and those who serve in the public trust of the Town of Lebanon.
3. Secure the signature of Town Officials, employees, and those who serve in the public trust of the Town of Lebanon on the Acknowledgement of Policy and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest upon initial assumption of their respective positions and annually thereafter in June.
all—forms returned undet the control of the
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Selectmen and a record regarding information from all respondents for the current year (including a record of those who declined to sign).
5. Receive, research, and act upon any concerns or complaints with respect to compliance with this policy in a timely manner.
6. Implement the process outlined in the Lebanon Ethics Procedure to ensure a response to any ethics issues raised within ten (10) working days. The Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate may use his/her discretion in obtaining additional resources or assistance as needed.
TOWN OF LEBANON, MAINE
ETHICS DISCLOSURE
May 2016
Conflicts of Interest
I understand that I have a continuing obligation to report promptly to my supervisor or the Chair of the Board of Selectmen all situations in which an actual or potential conflict of interest exists, or any situation that might have the appearance of being or creating a conflict of interest. I have described below any current or potential conflicts of interest as discussed in the Ethics Policy of the Town of Lebanon.
I do not have any actual or potential Conflicts of Interest to disclose.
OR
I do, or may have, an actual or potential Conflict of Interest described below:
Nature of the conflict(s):
List any actions that have been taken to mitigate or resolve the conflict(s).
Signature
Print Name
Position Date
TOWN OF LEBANON, MAINE
ETHICS DISCLOSURE
May 2016
Acknowledgement of Policy
I hereby acknowledge that I have received a copy and understand the importance of the Ethics Policy, Procedures, and Disclosures of the Town of Lebanon, Maine.
I agree to abide by these Policies.
I understand that I have a responsibility to ask for policy clarification, as/if needed, and that violations of the Town of Lebanon's Ethics Policy may lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination, as permitted by law.
Signature
Name
Position Date
TOWN OF LEBANON, MAINE
Ethics Procedure
May 2016

1. Any person may file a written ethics concern.
   A. In the event that the ethics concern relates to the conduct of the Chair of the Board of Selectmen, the Board of Selectmen will designate an alternate ("Designated Alternate").
If the Board can not agree as to a Designated Alternate, the Town Clerk shall break the tie.

2. An ethics concern may be submitted in writing or communicated verbally (if appropriate) to any of the following persons:
   A. The Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate
   B. Any Board Chair, department head or supervisor who shall report the concern to the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate.
   C. Any member of the Board of Selectman or Designated Alternate if a complaint or concern involves the Chair of the Board of Selectmen personally.

3. All matters associated with an ethics concern in regard to an employee or appointed personnel shall be processed confidentially in executive session unless specified by this procedure.

4. Upon receipt of a complaint, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or
Designated Alternate shall present the complaint to the Board of Selectmen who will evaluate the issue raised and determine if the issue raised is subject to the Lebanon Ethics policy.
   A  If the Board determines that the issue raised in the complaint is not subject to this policy, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate shall notify the complainant and the Board of Selectman in writing. A record of this complaint will be maintained in the Town Office.
   B. If the Board determines that the issue raised in the complaint is subject to this policy, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate shall:
      1. Notify the respondent (subject of the complaint) of the nature of the issue and the right to submit evidence related to the issue.
      2. Notify the complainant and the Board of Selectmen in writing that an investigation has been initiated.
      3. Initiate an investigation relating to the issue raised by the complainant.
         a. Care must be exercised to maintain the confidentiality of
the investigation.
         b. Investigative resources will be determined by the Chair of the Board of Selectmen, Designated Alternate or the Board of Selectman.

5. At the next regular meeting of the Board of Selectman, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen, or the Designated Alternate shall advise the Board in executive session of the nature of the alleged ethics concern and the status of any investigation.

6. If, as a result of the investigation, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate determines that there is fact adequate evidence
that an ethics violation has occurred:
   a. All parties shall be so advised confidentially by certified mail of the reasons therefore, and
   b. The Board of Selectmen shall be so advised in executive session at their next regular meeting.

7. If the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate determines that adequate evidence exists that an ethics violation may have occurred, the Board of Selectmen shall be so advised in executive session, stating the relevant information determined by the investigation. The employee or appointee concerned shall be permitted to be present in order to provide additional input according to Maine State Freedom of Access Act.

8. The Board of Selectmen shall review the information presented during executive session, and shall determine whether additional action should be taken.
   a. If a majority of votes of the full Board of Selectmen does agree with the findings of the First Selectman or Designated Alternate, the Board shall direct the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate to so notify the parties concerned, and the information discussed in executive session shall remain confidential, and a decision which may include submission to the State Ethics Board and/or enforcement of disciplinary action. will be made out of executive session in accordance with the Maine State Freedom of Access Act.
   b. If a majority of votes of the full Board of Selectmen does not concur in the findings of the First Selectman or Designated Alternate, the Board shall direct the Chair of the Board of Selectmen or Designated Alternate to so notify the parties concerned, and the information discussed in executive session shall remain confidential, and a decision of no action will be made out of executive session in accordance with the Maine State Freedom of Access Act.

Put into policy for the Town of Lebanon this day, May 2, 2016.

Selectman Benjamin L. Thompson
Selectman Royce R. Heath
Selectman Paul A. Nadeau

Lebanon Maine "Meet the Candidates Night" focuses on Road Commissioner and Selectmen Candidates.

Lebanon Maine "Meet the Candidates Night" 5/2/16

Hosted by The Lebanon Voice, Harrison Thorp

 

Thanks to Ms. Jeanette Lemay for video taping the proceedings of the evening

and for making them available to the residents of the Town of Lebanon, Maine.

***It is noted in the midst of negativity that LMTS did not video tape this meeting. It was video taped by a private party, working unpaid and on their own time with their own equipment, who made decisions when to stop and start the video tape to create evenly timed "breaks" for uploading and viewing ease. If a word or a comment or a sneeze was not captured, LMTS is not responsible. LMTS has reviewed this video and found that it is 43 minutes of a 55 minute meeting. The opening statements of the Selectmens Candidates was not captured. However, we are sharing what Ms. Lemay was able to capture as we continue to try and provide information to those who did not attend with the best available record of the proceedings. Thank You for that acknowledgement***

 

Part 1

https://www.youtube.com/my_videos?o=U

 

Part 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjm4JROT7cE

 

 

Town of Lebanon, Maine......Public Hearing Video.........April 30, 2016......2 pm to 6:12 pm...

Video from the Lebanon Maine Public Hearing,

The meeting came to order at the Lebanon Elementary School on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 2 pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 pm

 

Thanks to Ms. Jeanette Lemay for video taping the proceedings of the evening

and for making them available to the residents of the Town of Lebanon, Maine.

***It is noted in the midst of negativity that LMTS did not video tape this meeting. It was video taped by a private party, working unpaid and on their own time with their own equipment, who made decisions when to stop and start the video tape to create evenly timed "breaks" for uploading and viewing ease. If a word or a comment or a sneeze was not captured, LMTS is not responsible. LMTS has not reviewed this video as I sat in the meeting and then uploaded for over 6 hour making a total of 10 hours spent on providing those who did not attend with the best available record of the proceedings. Thank You for that acknowledgement***

This meeting is presented in 5 parts.

Part 1............

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amIym9KfDyg

Part 2............



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aalVUvt8V_I

Part 3............

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyWZLLpcEfE

Part 4.........

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9qDxkQAbzQ

Part 5.........

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH400oDLjWU