OFFICE OF THE SELECTBOARD
TOWN OF HALIFAX, VERMONT
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES–DRAFT
JUNE 27, 2024
5:00 PM AT THE HALIFAX TOWN OFFICE
CALL TO ORDER
Edee Edwards called the Special Meeting of the Selectboard to order on June 27, 2024 at 5:00pm. Selectboard members present in the room were Edee Edwards, Patrick McAllister, Rhonda Ashcraft and Karen Christofferson. Visitors joining remotely were Stephan Chait, Doug Parkhurst and Marilou Parkhurst. Olivia (4yo) was present in the room as a special guest of the Selectboard.
CHANGES AND ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
None
NEW BUSINESS
McAllister submitted his letter of resignation and read it into the record:
Dear Selectboard members,
Serving as a member of the Halifax Selectboard is a wonderful and rewarding experience that I would recommend to anyone. In my time on the Selectboard I have met many residents, heard a variety of views on topics that concern our community, and learned a great deal about representing others. I have endeavored to contribute to improving our Town’s governance and transparency while advancing the ideals that characterize Halifax.
Now, the demands of my job and family are changing. With my new responsibilities and circumstances my travel will increase to the extent that I do not feel I will be able to continue to carry out my responsibilities to the town. So with great regret, I must resign my seat on the Selectboard effective immediately.
I wish the Selectboard the best of luck in continuing its good work for the Town of Halifax.
Best regards,
Patrick McAllister
Edwards moved to have the election of a replacement Selectboard member to fill the remainder of McAllister’s seat on August 13, 2024. Christofferson seconded. 3-0-1 with McAllister abstaining.
Edwards moved to appoint McAllister as temporary Selectboard Member until the election of a new member on August 13, 2024. Christofferson seconded. 3-0-0 with McAllister abstaining.
Edwards noted that McAllister has 1.5 years remaining on his 3 year term and that the vacancy needs to be posted. Edwards described the Official Notice of Vacancy and noted that candidates for the election would need to file the paperwork by July 8, 2024.
HEARING OF VISITORS
Stephan Chait noted that the Conservation Commission was holding a meeting tonight.
Edwards noted that there was also a 7:00pm meeting of the Celebration Committee.
- Parkhurst asked about the August 13, 2024 election format. Edwards responded that it will be an Australian ballot. In addition to the Selectboard vacancy, the community will also have the opportunity to vote on 2 items related to financing equipment for the highway department. A Loader and an Excavator. Edwards noted that there will be an informational meeting prior to the election date.
CORRESPONDENCE
Edwards reviewed agenda items for the July 2nd Regular Meeting of the Selectboard
ADJOURNMENT
McAllister Moved to adjourn the meeting. Ashcraft Seconded. Motion carried 4-0.
5:10pm Meeting adjourned and recording turned off.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Christofferson, Secretary Pro Tempore
Meeting YouTube Recording Link: https://youtu.be/8B2TxAmHfIg