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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSelect Board 12/01/2021Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Present: Mr. Neil Rhein, Chairman; Mr. Michael Trowbridge, Vice -Chair; Mr. Frank DelVecchio, Clerk; Mr. Jess Aptowitz and Mr. Steve Schoonveld. Mr. Kevin Dumas, Town Manager and Mr. Barry LaCasse, Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director were also present in meeting room 3A/B at Town Hall. 1. Call To Order Select Board Meeting -Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Neil Rhein, Chairman called the meeting to order at 5:30PM. He then asked those present to state the Pledge of Allegiance. He reminded everyone that the meeting was being broadcast live and taped for future broadcast on Mansfield Cable. 2. Town Manager's Report ➢ Business View Magazine ➢ Downtown Committee ➢ Management and Leadership Development— NewStaff ➢ Plymouth Street Playground Update ➢ Miscellaneous Items Select Board Questions and Comments on Town Manager's Report Mr. Dumas started his report noting that as of today Mansfield's COVID case number is at thirty-five and noted that there will be a booster shot clinic on December 17th from 9am to 12 noon. He then stated for the quarterly update he wanted to report how significantly lower the Mansfield Electric rate is in the commonwealth and that a Mansfield resident pays $55 for 500 kilowatts and a National Grid customer pays $128 a month for the same amount of electricity. Mr. Dumas then stated that Mansfield received $13,200 grant from MassDEP for recycling programs. Mr. Dumas thanked Mr. Kurt Gaffney for his leadership and wished him the best in his retirement. Mr. Dumas stated that he has been working with Shawn Precourt who is Kurt's successor who has also been working closely with Mr. Gaffney over the last several months and is progressing well. Mr. Dumas then noted the leadership mentoring program that Mr. Precourt and Mr. Josh Reinke (Lee Azinheira's replacement) are in. Lastly, Mr. Dumas updated the Board on several Economic Development items including the December 9th State Hearing on the TIF Agreement and Business View Magazine interview. Mr. Aptowitz, Mr. Trowbridge and Mr. Schoonveld had no questions. Mr. DelVecchio asked about the recycling grant and asked if the Town received it due to becoming a Green Community and Mr. Dumas stated that it was not from that, but explained that it was an annual allocation by a point structure based on the recycling program. 3. Resident Questions and Comments There were no resident questions or comments. 4. Update from the Recreation Commission Mr. Ed Westhaver was present with Sherri Gurnon, Park and Recreation Director and Mary Sellner, Assistant to Park and Rec Director. Mr. Westhaver began by stating that he has been on the Recreation Commission for over a decade. He stated that it was great to see the work that has been done and how life has become more enjoyable for residents of Mansfield. He stated that everyone should be proud of what the department has accomplished. Ms. Sellner stated that some of the accomplishments for the past year included an online registration and payment for all programs. She then stated that they have added four new programs which were the photo contest, outdoor yoga, pickle ball league and story in motion for preschoolers. Ms. Gurnon stated that the biggest hurdle over the past year was getting the Plymouth Street Playground project off the ground. She stated the bid documents should be ready by December 10th and construction is due to begin mid - April. She stated that next year they are adding an additional sixty plots to the community garden program and Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 she stated that some of the items they are working on for next year. The biggest need that the department has was the need for additional space especially for Ms. Sellner to hold the preschool classes. Mr. Schoonveld thanked them for all that they do in creating activities for the youth. He then asked if the Memorial Park master plan is happening next year and Ms. Gurnon replied that it was an approved CIP item. Mr. Schoonveld asked if they needed any additional outdoor space and Ms. Gurnon answered that she believed they were meeting the needs for outdoor space, but a turf field at Memorial Park would be a welcomed addition. Lastly, Mr. Schoonveld stated that lighting at Plymouth Street fields needs to be considered as the gas -powered lights were not good for the environment and were loud. Mr. DelVecchio commented how broad and better that the Park and Rec Department is today compared to his first job as a summer camp counselor in Rhode Island. Mr. Trowbridge thanked them for offering newer and different things and it's great to see the variety of programs offered. Mr. Trowbridge stated he loves the Duck Race and hopes to see that return in 2022. Mr. Aptowitz thanked them for all they do. Mr. Rhein stated that he participates in many of the programs and asked at what time the lights go off at Memorial Park and Ms. Gurnon responded that it was 9:30PM up until there is snow and then they will be off until the Spring. Mr. Rhein then asked about the garden plots and stated that he thought it was run by the YMCA and that plots were expensive. Ms. Gurnon responded that it formerly was run by the YMCA, but plots are now $25 which is very affordable and the Y was charging $65-$70 for a plot. Ms. Gurnon added that it has been a great new program and are working with a new segment of residents. Mr. Rhein then asked about a Dog Park and Ms. Gurnon stated that there is a ton of interest and she has done some research and it's on the CIP for after Plymouth Street Playground. Mr. Aptowitz commented that it has been talked about however it could be a liability issue. Lastly, Mr. Rhein stated that he supports youth sports but would like for there to be adult basketball earlier in the afternoon or evening hours. S. Consideration to have the Select Board Chair sign the Consent to Financing Subject to Regulatory Agreement and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for Rental Project for North Common Residents Mr. Dumas stated that this was a follow up for One Mansfield and he stated that everything has been completed that was requested. Motion: To authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Consent to Financing Subject to Regulatory Agreement and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for Rental Project for North Commons Residences. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 6. Discussion and Consideration of the Budget Subcommittee Charge Mr. DelVecchio stated that the Budget Subcommittee came to be about twenty years ago and there were a few years when the committee did not meet. He stated that some questions have come up about what the charge is for the Budget Subcommittee and this document formalizes the scope of work of the Committee. Mr. LaCasse stated that the Finance Committee reviewed the document and they removed the word Chair from the second to last sentence of the first paragraph. Motion: To approve the Budget Subcommittee charge. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Mr. Trowbridge stated that he understood why the School Committee made that change and Mr. Schoonveld stated that he believed it worked either way and that the Chair can decide if they want to appoint someone or if they want to take a vote. Mr. DelVecchio stated that it was important to maintain the Chairs position and he would suggest removing the word "also" in the last sentence because it looks like all are non -voting members. Amended Motion: To approve the Budget Subcommittee charge as amended. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 7. Discussion and Consideration of Waste Reduction and Recycling Ad Hoc Committee Charge Mr. Dumas stated that the document incorporated what was discussed including the appropriate membership listed. Mr. Schoonveld commented that the term says three years and if it were an ad hoc committee it should Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 not have terms. Mr. LaCasse suggested the word change of the last paragraph to read "whose terms will not exceed three years." Mr. Schoonveld asked if there will be voting and non -voting members. Mr. Trowbridge stated that each person listed should be voting. Mr. Schoonveld stated that only residents of Mansfield should be voting. Mr. Dumas responded that there is an opinion of Town Counsel that people serving an ad hoc committee status can vote if not a resident. Motion: To approve the Waste Reduction and Recycling Ad Hoc Committee Charge as amended to include the words "whose terms will not exceed three years." (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 Mr. Rhein stated he was interested in serving on the Committee. Mr. Schoonveld stated that he was fine with Mr. Rhein serving on the Committee as long as he were not Chair due to a concern of a conflict of interest. Mr Rhein stated it would be up to the committee to decide on a Chair. Mr. Schoonveld responded that he could decline if nominated, but Mr. Rhein stated he would not agree to that. Mr. Schoonveld objected to this. 8. Discussion and Consideration to Appoint Patricia Comperchio to serve on the Council on Aging to an unexpired term to expire on December 31, 2024 Mr. DelVecchio stated that he and Mr. Aptowitz interviewed two candidates to serve on the COA a couple weeks ago but there was only one opening at that time. He stated that now there is a vacancy due to a member of the COA not seeking reappointment and this was the only applicant. Motion: To appoint Patricia Comperchio to serve on the Council on Aging beginning January 1, 2022 for a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2024. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 Mr. Dumas left the meeting for a few minutes. 9. Discussion of Virtual Meeting Participation This was skipped and went to item number ten and then returned to this item when Mr. Dumas returned to the meeting room. Mr. Aptowitz stated that he brought this up and felt if the Board was meeting in person then anyone else who wanted to participate should also come in person. He also noted that the virtual piece takes up a lot of time for staff. Mr. Trowbridge agreed with Mr. Aptowitz, but didn't think the Town was out of woods with COVID. Mr. Rhein stated that personally he believed the hybrid model is the best of both worlds and functionally it makes it easier for people to participate in Town government. He said it makes it easier for people who may need to attend that don't live in Town and does not see it as a big burden on staff. Mr. Schoonveld agreed with Mr. Rhein and stated that the only inconvenience is the people on the phone and does not think those calling in should not be allowed to ask questions because they cannot be identified. Mr. DelVecchio asked if the Town was required to offer participation via the phone. Mr. Dumas stated that it was important to provide every opportunity for people to participate, and added that it can save the Town money in billable hours for consultants who no longer have to travel to Town. He stated that he would speak with Town Counsel about the phone option and see if it was legally required. 10. Select Board Member Committee and Liaison Updates Mr. Aptowitz stated that the Audit Committee met and the Audit for the Town is complete and there are a couple small management comments that have been addressed. He then stated that this will be on the Select Board's agenda in January. Mr. Aptowitz then stated that he has reached out to the Chair of the ZBA, but has not heard back. Mr. Trowbridge stated that he had nothing new to report as the Budget SubCommittee has not met yet and there is nothing new with CIP. Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Mr. DelVecchio stated that the Finance Committee met on the November 18th and Mr. Brian Eagle commented that the Budget Subcommittee is not a super committee that decides things but rather the committee is there to facilitate communication between Boards and he agreed that Mr. Eagle stated it very well. Mr. Schoonveld stated that he went to the Park and Rec meeting yesterday, but they didn't have a quorum. He then noted an email from the Planning Board in regards to approval of the PFAS Treatment Center. He also stated that he has not heard from Mansfield Cable Access. Mr. Rhein stated that the Downtown Committee met last week and the Committee had reached a consensus on four new sets of banners and a geese theme had been selected for the park area behind Jimmy's Pub and there will be a pavilion designed. 11. Consideration of Board and Committee Reappointments • Ken Buja to serve on the Airport Commission for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Joan Brandt to serve on the Animal Welfare Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Ana Molina-Villella to serve on the Animal Welfare Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Andrew Bank to serve on the Board of Assessors for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Antonia Blinn to serve on the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Jennifer Hill to serve on the Board of Library Trustees for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Aaron Gallagher to serve on the Conservation Commission for a 4-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Richard Kelsay to serve on the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Jack Cooney to serve on the Finance Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • John Scott Feely to serve on the Finance Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Sara Walsh to serve on the Finance Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Michael Healey to serve on Keep Mansfield Beautiful for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Martha O'Connell to serve on Keep Mansfield Beautiful for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Doug Annino to serve on the Municipal Building Committee for a 5-year term to expire on December 31, 2026 • Robert Barry to serve on the Municipal Building Committee for a 5-year term to expire on December 31, 2026 • Lorilee Fish to serve on the Non -Profit Gift Fund Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Ed Westhaver to serve on the Recreation Commission for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Michael Weber to serve on the Recreation Commission for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Elisabeth -Garber Miller to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Matthew Cummings to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • John Riccio to serve as Constable for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Paul Boyden to serve as Constable for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2024 • Sally Fehervari to serve on the Open Space and Recreation Committee for a 1-year term to expire on December 31, 2022 Motion: To reappoint the Board and Committee Applicants as listed in the agenda. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Mr. DelVeccchio read the full list for the record. Passes 5:0 12. Consideration of 2022 License Renewals: • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License for Bertucci's Restaurants, LLC DBA Bertucci's Brick Oven Ristorante located at 280 School Street • 2022 All -Alcohol Off -Premise License for Bristol Liquors located at 670 East Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Entertainment, Automatic Amusement and Early Sunday Alcohol Sales License for Blazin Wings, Inc. DBA Buffalo Wild Wings located at 321 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Wines/Malts On -premise License for Cafe on the Common located at 12-14 South Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Entertainment and Automatic Amusement License for Chamberlain Avenue Enterprises Inc. DBA Catman Cafe located at 999 Old Colony Way • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License for Heymohn LLC DBA Cibo Matto Caffee located at 254 Chauncy Street Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 • 2022 Common Victualler, Wine/Malt On -premise, and Entertainment License for MRK Classic LLC DBA Classic Pizza located at 242 Chauncy Street • 2022 All -Alcohol Off -Premise License for Dubs Discount Liquors located at 30 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License for Reservoir Hotel Partners DBA Fairfield Inn & Suites located at 50 Reservoir Street • 2022 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License for DIVYA Akhand Jyoit Corp DBA Family Food Mart located at 660 East Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License Fresh Catch Seafood located at 30 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Entertainment and Automatic Amusement License for Spiezio Enterprises Inc. DBA Genos Restaurant located at 409 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler and All -Alcohol On -premise License DGP and Sons Inc. DBA Jimmy's Pub located at 141 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License for LR Kyoto Inc. Kyoto Japanese Steak House located at 242 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Entertainment and Early Sunday Alcohol Sales License for RARE Hospitality International Inc. DBA Longhorn Steakhouse located at 390 West Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Wines/ Malt Off -Premise License for Mansfield Deli LLC DBA Mansfield Deli located at 70-72 Pratt Street • 2022 Common Victualler License, All -Alcohol On -premise Club License, and Entertainment License for Mansfield Lodge of Elks located at 140 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler and All -Alcohol On -premise License for New England Sportservice located at 885 South Main Street • 2022 All -Alcohol Off -Premise License for RNR Liquors Corporation DBA Route 106 Wines & Spirits located at 377 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for DW Wang 688 Inc. DBA Sake Steakhouse located at 280 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for TGI Friday's Inc. DBA TGI Friday's located at 280 School Street • 2022 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License for Kanku Inc DBA The Store located at 213 South Main Street • 2022 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License for Vasudev Corporation DBA Town News located at 165 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for Kenneth M Defazio DBA Trattoria La Cucina Di Nonna located at 160 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for Lazio Corp. DBA Trattoria Romana Pizzeria Bar & Grill located at 60 Oakland Street • 2022 All -Alcohol Off -Premise License for Adhya Corp DBA West Mansfield Variety located at 428 • Elm Street • 2022 All -Alcohol Off -Premise License for GT Retail Inc. DBA Wines and More Mansfield located at 280 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler, Wine/Malt On -Premise, and Entertainment License for Bar Pizza Mansfield LLC DBA Bar Pizza & Salad Co. located at 280 School Street • 2022 Lodging House License for Arboretum Realty Trust located at 121-123 North Main Street • 2022 Lodging House License for Park Pond Homes, LLC located at 15-17 Fulton Place • 2022 All Alcohol Innholder Annual License, Common Victualler, Entertainment, Early Sunday Alcohol Sales Licenses for Vision Hampshire LLC dba Holiday Inn located at 31 Hampshire Street • 2022 Class I Dealer License for Jon -Ed Motor Cars LLC DBA Station Buick GMC located at 2 Chauncy Street • 2022 Class I Dealer License for Sterdon Auto Sales, LLC DBA Station Chrysler Jeep of Mansfield located at 91 Chauncy Street • 2022 Class II Dealer License for The Tire Man Auto Sales located at 423 North Main Street • 2022 Class II Dealer License for Mansfield Motors located at 427 North Main Street -- • 2022 Class II Dealer License for Clemmey Inc. located at 390 West Street • 2022 Class III Dealer License for Clemmey Inc. located at 390 West Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for BG Food Mansfield LLC dba b. good located at 280 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for Sweet Tooth LLC dba Cold Stone Creamery located at 280 School Street Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 • 2022 Common Victualler License for Mansfield Council on Aging located at 255 Hope Street and waive the fee • 2022 Common Victualler License for Cousins Pizza and Subs Inc. located at 660 East Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for Mariva Inc. DBA D'Angelo's located at 260 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for Harry's Place (train station) located at 1 Crocker Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Intrepid Management LLC DBA Jersey Mike's Subs located at 33 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for SPCAP Inc. DBA Honey Dew Donuts located at 99 Copeland Drive • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Mansfield House of Pizza located at 175 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for 3 Good Guys DBA Mooyah located at 321 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Qdoba Mexican Grill located at 280 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for Quan's Kitchen located at 30 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Stefano's Pizza located at 30 Chauncy Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for Subway located at 84 Copeland Drive • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Wendy's located at 64 Copeland Drive • 2022 Common Victualler License for White's Bakery located at 321 School Street • 2022 Common Victualler License for Juice on Main located at 240 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Early Sunday Alcohol Sales and Entertainment License for Flynn's Irish Pub located at 219 North Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Deco's Italian Cuisine located at 365 N. Main Street • 2022 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for Chen Du Restaurant located at 249 North Main Street Motion: To approve the 2022 License Renewals as listed in the agenda pending routing through Town Hall Departments. (De lVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 13. Resident Questions and Comments There were no resident questions or comments. 14. Review and Approve Consent Agenda All items on the Consent Agenda may be adopted with a single motion. Any member of the Select Board may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration in which case that item will be voted on separately from the remainder of the Consent Agenda. All licenses have been routed through Town Hall Departments and any conditions have been noted below. A. Vote to Approve Meeting Minutes: • September 15, 2021 • November 3, 2021 B. Vote to Approve Warrants: • Town Vendor Warrant No. 22021T in the amount of $771,907.72 • School Vendor Warrant No. 22021S in the amount of $742,996.05 • Town Vendor Warrant No. 22022T in the amount of $1,501,471.96 • Electric Vendor Warrant No. 22022E in the amount of $632.44 C. Consideration of Proclamations: • Recognition Certificate for Belmond Schwartz Motion: To approve the consent agenda. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 15. Consideration and Approval of Town Payroll Warrants: • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22021PT in the amount of $395,939.41 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22021PT in the amount of $395,939.41. (De lVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22021TV in the amount of $125,218.83 Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22021TV in the amount of $125,218.83. Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 • School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 22021PS in the amount of $1,787,389.39 Motion: To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 22021PS in the amount of $1,787,389.39. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 4:0:1 (Trowbridge Abstain) • School Deductions Vendor Payroll 22021SV in the amount of $574,072.60 Motion: To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 22021SV in the amount of $574,072.60. (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22022PT in the amount of $414,631.08 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22022PT in the amount of $414,631.08 (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22022TV in the amount of $133,681.94 Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22022TV in the amount of $133,681.94 (DelVecchio/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0 16. Correspondence • Letter from the Planning Board • Letter from Comcast of Price Changes • Letter from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts — Department of Public Utilities Mr. DelVecchio read a summary of the above correspondence. 17. Select Board Member's Comments and Questions Mr. Schoonveld asked about the vacant structure by-law. Mr. LaCasse stated that it is a voluntary process, but he has outlined the steps to the Building Inspector. Mr. LaCasse stated that when the Town is made aware of a vacant structure then it will start the process and currently the Town is not seeking out vacant structures. Mr. Schoonveld then asked about the property on Old Elm Street and the Town exercising its first right of refusal and Mr. Dumas stated that letters have been sent to each Committees asking for their recommendation. Mr. Schoonveld then stated that there are no rules for people working construction on their properties at all hours of the night and asked if this was common amongst other communities. Mr. Dumas said that the Town could create a bylaw and have Town Meeting adopt it. However, residents could call the police and it would fall under disturbing the peace. Mr. Schoonveld asked if other Towns have noise ordinances. Mr. Aptowitz understood where Mr. Schoonveld was coming from, but said then there would need to be someone to enforce it. Mr. DelVecchio commented that he couldn't remember a time when anyone has started any project in his neighborhood before 7am. Mr. LaCasse stated that he would look to see if he could find surrounding Towns with bylaws or see if there is a State law that this would be applicable under. Mr. Schoonveld then noted that Channel 5 News was in Town today because a Mansfield Teen was surprised with a trip to Disney World. He also noted that when he was out of Town he saw the story on Belmond Schwartz and it was great that the story made national news. He noted that the people of Mansfield make the Town great. Mr. Schoonveld then stated he participated in the Turkey Brigade along with Personal Best Karate, Senator Feeney and 300-400 other volunteers to put together Thanksgiving baskets for those in need and noted that it was a wonderful event. Lastly, Mr. Schoonveld stated that the Phantom Gourmet was in Town reviewing a place that everyone knows and loves. Mr. DelVecchio agreed with all the acknowledgements that Mr. Schoonveld made and asked if the Town has a process on approving proclamation certificates or not. Ms. Champagne noted that its typically the Chair who asks for them and other members can request one through the Chair. Mr. Trowbridge thanked Calico Distributors for the donation of a pallet of hand sanitizer and then thanked former Norton Selectman Bob Salvo for delivering the pallet to the Town. Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Mr. Aptowitz thanked Mr. Gaffney for his work and wished him a happy retirement. Mr. Aptowitz asked if the tax bills went out and Mr. Dumas responded that they had not. Mr. Aptowitz then stated that he believed the cell phone coverage was getting worse and noted that he will continue to talk about it until it is fixed because it is a public safety issue. Lastly, Mr. Aptowitz stated that Jake Auchincloss for his visit to Mansfield. Mr. Rhein stated that Lt. Governor was coming December 9t^ to SEMRECC. He also gave a shout out to DPW and MMED for the holiday lights that are around Downtown. He added that it was also great to see kids at the Christmas parade. Lastly, Mr. Rhein asked for an update on goals and objectives at an upcoming meeting. 18. Any items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours prior to this meeting There were no items. 19. Adjourn Motion: To adjourn the December 1, 2021 Select Board meeting at 7:15PM. (Schoonveld/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 Signature Minutes prepared by Carrie Champagne Date Select Board Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021