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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSelect Board 05/18/2022Select Board Meeting Minutes May 18, 2022 Present: Present: Mr. Michael Trowbridge, Chair; Mr. frank DelVecchio, Vice-(th(ril Rhein, Clerk; and Mr. Jess Aptowitz. Ms. Diana Bren was present virtually via GoToWebinar:.,Mj. KgVj'RoBnaFt&En Manager and Mr. Barry LaCasse, Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director were also present in Mee in oom 3 A/B at Town Hall. INN JUN -2 A �1� 1. Call To Order Select Board Meeting -Pledge of Allegiance 11 A w-) I EL D III0Mr. Michael Trowbridge, Chairman called the meeting to order at 5:30PM � -' iY en as���'Eh7o e'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 Select Board Questions and Comments on Town Manager's Report Mr. Dumas stated that Town Meeting is at the High School tomorrow and that the petitioner for Article 20 did submit a withdrawal so therefore, no motion or no action will be made. He then stated that the COVID numbers are increasing and the numbers will be updated on the Towns website each week day. He also noted that masks are strongly encouraged for Town Meeting. Mr. Dumas then stated that the additional nine site -specific liquor licenses are now approved and are waiting for the Governor's signature. He then noted that the property of the former Paine School has officially transfer ownership and the construction of Chase Wealth Management will begin soon. He further noted that Fire Department will be using that site for a training activity prior to the demolition of the building. Mr. Dumas then stated that the water restrictions are in Phase II as of May 11th and he then welcomed Nadine DePillo who has been hired to be the Zoning Board of Appeals Administrative Assistant. Lastly, Mr. Dumas noted that granite curbing and concrete has been replaced at DiPillo Square and landscaping will be completed before Memorial Day. Ms. Bren had no questions or comments. Mr. Aptowitz asked about the COVID numbers and believed that when Mr. Dumas stated it was at 77 cases that would not include any of the at home tests. Mr. Dumas confirmed that it does not include any cases that are done with an at home test kit. Mr. Aptowitz asked for the Corey Shea Flag Pole concrete to be re -sealed prior to the Memorial Day Parade. Mr. Rhein asked how the COVID numbers are generated and Mr. Dumas responded that the number of positive cases are done at an official testing location where that data is then reported to the State. Mr. Trowbridge noted that the Field of Honor was starting Saturday. 3. Resident Questions and Comments Mr. Mark Corsillo of 1604 West Street asked for clarification on the three citizen petitions and asked if they are still going to be voted on at Town Meeting. Mr. Aptowitz noted that Mr. Corsillo arrived a few minutes late and missed what Mr. Dumas had said. Mr. Dumas responded that Article 20 was withdrawn just prior to the start of this meeting, a letter was filed that was signed by the petitioner and all of the signatories and therefore the article was fully withdrawn and no action could be taken at Town Meeting. He then stated that as for Article 19 has been ruled out of order by Town Counsel and the Moderator also agrees with that. Mr. Corsillo asked for clarification between withdrawing an article and taking no action, one of those means that it can be brought up at the next Town Meeting and they have to wait for a period of time. Mr. Dumas explained that Zoning Articles can not be brought up again for two years if it is voted down or not withdrawn. 4. Discussion with Liquor Store Owners to Provide Update on Resolution to the Nip Ban Article Mr. Wayne Smith of 6 Judy's Lane came forward. He stated that he was the manager of Dub's Liquor Store. He stated that all five liquor stores have signed the agreement, which details that each store will have a recycling bin for nip bottle returns and that each store will donate $50 to Keep Mansfield Beautiful and $50 to Mothers Against Drunk Driving each month. Ms. Julie Jones of 484 Williams Street then came forward with Ms. Sally Select Board Meeting Minutes May 18, 2022 Fehavari of 86 Lawndale Road and stated that they will be asking for no action be taken on their proposed article at Town Meeting. They hope that this compromise works well and hopefully the Better Bottle Bill gets passed. Mr. Trowbridge stated that he was glad to see both charities receiving funding. Ms. Bren commented that she appreciated the collaboration amongst all parties. Mr. Rhein asked about the poster that was shown at a meeting and asked if those would be posted by all the stores. Mr. Smith responded that they are displayed at all of the stores. Mr. Aptowitz commented that it was great example of people with two different opinions working together to come to a positive outcome. S. Consideration of 2022 Commercial Parking Lot License for MMAS located at 888 South Main Street Motion: To approve the commercial parking lot license for MMAS located at 888 South Main Street. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 6. Consideration of Additional Commercial Lot Spaces for MMAS located at 888 South Main Street pending Inspection After Construction by Building Department Mr. Kenneth Butler was present and explained the expansion plans of their parking lot to add fifty-four new spaces to their existing commercial license to give a total of one hundred thirty-two spaces. Motion: To approve the additional commercial parking lot spaces for MMAS located at 888 South Main Street pending inspection by the Building Department. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 7. Discussion and Consideration of Commercial Parking Lot License for Rumford LLC located at 875 South Main Street Motion: To approve the commercial parking lot license for Rumford LLC located at 875 South Main Street. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 8. Discussion and Consideration of Commercial Parking Lot License for Foundry Street LLC located at One Foundry Street Motion: To approve the commercial parking lot license for Foundry LLC located at One Foundry Street. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 9. Discussion and Consideration of Commercial Parking Lot License for Foundry Street LLC located at 206-214 North Main Street Mr. Dumas stated that this request is for the temporary use of 206-214 North Main Street as a commercial parking lot. Mr. Trowbridge stated it was first allowed due to construction at the train station and they did not go through the normal process. Mr. Dumas confirmed and added that the normal process includes a site plan review by the Planning Board. Motion: To approve the commercial parking lot license for Foundry LLC located at 206-214 North Main Street. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Select Board Meeting Minutes May 18, 2022 Discussion: Mr. Rhein noted that it is appreciated that they offered additional parking when there was construction at the train station. He stated that the Town has spent lots of resources to beautify the Downtown and this lot is not attractive as it is today. He added that he would like it to be updated if it is going to remain a parking lot. Mr. Trowbridge noted that the fence needs to be replaced. Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 10. Discussion and Consideration of Traffic Light Control Box Wrapping Policy Mr. Dumas stated that this policy would be for beautifying the Downtown and local artists could design artwork that would be wrapped onto the traffic control boxes. He explained the process and noted that the traffic light boxes are not high voltage. The idea was first discussed at the Downtown Committee meeting and this policy was drafted so that the Select Board would approve each design that is submitted. Mr. Rhein stated that this is a great way to add public art in Downtown and make it a point of interest. Mr. Rhein asked how much the wrap costs, but Mr. Dumas was unsure. Ms. Bren commented that this aligns with what has been put forth in the Master Plan and she looks forward to seeing the applications that are submitted. Mr. Aptowitz asked if some of the boxes may be owned by the State and not the Town. Mr. Dumas responded that that Mr. Aptowitz was correct and this policy applies the traffic boxes that belong to the Town. Motion: To approve the Traffic Light Control Box Wrapping Policy. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 11. Discussion and Consideration of Select Board Committee Assignments Mr. Trowbridge stated that he received thoughts from the members and have asked Ms. Champagne to send out the list of assignments to each Board/Committee member. 12. Consideration to Appoint Mr. Josh Reinke to the Joint Transportation Planning Group and Mr. Kevin Dumas as the Alternate Motion: To appoint Mr. Josh Reinke to the Joint Transportation Planning Group and Mr. Kevin Dumas as the alternate. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 13. Select Board Member Committee and Liaison Updates Mr. Rhein stated that the Waste Reduction and Recycling Committee met last week and they discussed a possible new app called the Waste Wizard which helps people see what items are recyclable and what can and cannot go in your recycling bin. He stated that the next step is for Mr. Dumas and Mr. Reinke to see a demonstration of the app. Mr. Aptowitz asked about the Bristol County Advisory Board in regards to the county funds. Mr. Dumas responded that the first batch has been fully allocated and they are in the process of uploading the information for the second batch of expenses. 14. Resident Questions and Comments There were no resident questions and comments. 15. Review and Approve Consent Agenda Select Board Meeting Minutes May 18, 2022 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: • April 20, 2022 • May 4, 2022 • May 11, 2022 B. Vote to Approve Warrants: • Town Vendor Warrant No. 22045T in the amount of $192,146.72 • Electric Vendor Warrant No. 22045E in the amount of $2,401,860.11 • School Vendor Warrant No. 22045S in the amount of $404,408.27 • Town Vendor Warrant No. 22045T in the amount of $2,445,508.77 • Electric Vendor Warrant No. 22045E in the amount of $137,224.44 C. Consideration of Permits and Licenses: • Consideration of Banner Application for Mansfield Field of Honor D. Consideration of Proclamations: None Motion: To approve the consent agenda. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge —Yes Passes 4:0 16. Consideration and Approval of Town Payroll Warrants: • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22045PT in the amount of $417,028.01 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22045PT in the amount of $417,028.01. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz—Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22045TV in the amount of $133,289.84 Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22045TV in the amount of $133,289.84. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 • School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 22045PS in the amount of $1,802,197.54 Motion: To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 22045PS in the amount of $1,802,197.54. (Rhein/Aptowitz) • School Deductions Vendor Payroll 22045V in the amount of $578,340.42 Motion: To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 22045V in the amount of $578,340.42. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein- Yes Aptowitz —Yes Trowbridge — Abstain Passes 3:0:1 • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22046PT in the amount of $439,650.92 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 22046PT in the amount of $439,650.92. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein- Yes Aptowitz —Yes Trowbridge —Yes Passes 4:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 22046TV in the amount of $141,309.46 Motion: To approve Deductions Vendor Payroll 22046TV in the amount of $141,309.46. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Select Board Meeting Minutes May 18, 2022 Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes Passes 4:0 17. Correspondence • Outdoor Water Restriction —Phase II • Letter from SRPEDD for Nominations to Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization • Email from Julie Jones —Article 21 Withdrawal • Letter from Joan Gallivan — MMAS Sign Consideration at ZBA Meeting • Letter from Gail Hayes — MMAS Sign Consideration at ZBA Meeting • Letter from Xfinity — Changes to Costs and Municipal-Emergency/Trouble Reporting Procedures Mr. Rhein read a summary of the correspondence items. 18. Select Board Member's Comments and Questions Mr. Aptowitz stated that this Saturday is the Field of Honor and encouraged everyone to participate and help Ms. Jeri Rumsis and her team. Ms. Bren commented that she enjoyed attending her first Select Board meeting. Mr. Rhein reminded everyone that the Memorial Day Parade is 10am on May 30th that starts on the Lowney Common/North Common followed by a ceremony on South Common. Mr. Trowbridge commented that Town Meeting is tomorrow night. He then stated that the first Xfinity Concert is tomorrow and asked for a reminder announcement be placed on social media as well as the message boards to alert residents so they can expect more traffic. Mr. Trowbridge then asked.if the Duck Race was happening and if the Fall Festival would be happening. Mr. Dumas stated that the Duck Race is happening and he is proceeding forward with the planning of Fall Festival for October 15t. He then asked about the status of the 250th Committee that was formed and Mr. Dumas noted that it is an item on the list to take care of. Lastly, Mr. Trowbridge having the tax title land auction and if a date has been decided. Mr. Dumas responded that there was not a date at this time. 19. Any items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours prior to this meeting There were no items. 20. Adjourn Motion: To adjourn the May 18, 2022 Select Board Meeting at 6:32PM. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Roll Call Vote: Bren-Yes Rhein -Yes Passes 4:0 Si ature Minutes prepared by Carrie Champagne Aptowitz — Yes Trowbridge — Yes 6 Z2 Date Select Board Meeting Minutes May 18, 2022