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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSelect Board 11/16.2022M Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 Present: Mr. Michael Trowbridge, Chair; Mr. Frank DelVecchio, Vice -Chair; Mr. Neil RhflEGJdMEIQIr. Jess Aptowitz and Ms. Diana Bren were present in Meeting Room 3 A/B at Town HaIT.(&"(UuFA9IoUhFICE Manager and Mr. Barry LaCasse, Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director was a��Q�p�ent8 A 9 4q 1. Call To Order Select Board Meeting -Pledge of Allegiance LL Mr. Michael Trowbridge, Chair called the meeting to order at 5:30PM. He noted th�t�t� ;P[lD �i��T7S Allegiance was done at the Light Commissioners meeting just prior to this meetings.18'�h'An f rY Ad everyone that the meeting was being broadcast live and taped for future broadcast on Mansfield Cable. 2. Town Manager's Report ➢ North Main Street Fire Station Remediation ➢ Plymouth Street Playground Ribbon Cutting ➢ SEMRECC — November 15, 2022 Meeting ➢ Commcan ➢ Green Communities Ceremony ➢ Planning Board — Mansfield Station Revitalization District • Public Meeting 11/9 • MOu • $7.3M in funding Select Board Questions and Comments on Town Manager's Report Mr. Dumas began his report stating that the consultants have reached completion of the removal activity needed at the North Main Street Fire Station and the required paperwork will take about two months to complete. He then stated that planning has started for the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Plymouth Street Playground. He then noted that he and Mr. LaCasse attended the ceremony where Mansfield was officially accepted into the Green Communities program. Mr. Dumas thanked Mr. LaCasse, SRPEDD and many town employees for the work that was completed to receive the designation. Mr. Trowbridge thanked Mr. Rhein for being persistent with that endeavor. Mr. Dumas then stated that tomorrow is the auction on tax title properties and the new Logan Express Shuttle leaves 10 times per day from the Mansfield train station has begun. He directed residents to visit the website Blueapplebus.com for tickets and schedules. Mr. Dumas then stated that TOD discussions continue and his office is working closely with Chair of the Planning Board to move discussions forward and continue public outreach. Lastly, Mr. Dumas stated that Route 106 underpass is going to get trench repair overnight on Monday the 215t from 8pm-5am. He stated that the work is needed and notices will be out and information will be shared on social media. Mr. DelVecchio asked if the repairs on Route 106 would help with the water that freezes during the winter in that area. Mr. Dumas responded that it will not fix that because the ground water comes up through the concrete when the pumps can't keep up with the water levels to pump the water from one side of the road to the other. Mr. Aptowitz stated that he attended the TOD meeting and congratulated everyone on the Green Communities. Ms, Bren and Mr. Rhein had no comments. Mr. Trowbridge stated that he posted on Facebook about the Blue Apple Bus and it received the most likes and shares of any post he has ever posted. He stated there was one resident at One Mansfield who was upset about bus idling and Mr. Dumas responded that it was resolved within an hour. 3. Resident Questions and Comments Mr. Peter Wiggins, 157 Mansfield Ave in Norton was present and stated that he shared the information about the Chauncy Street construction and that he was not worried about COVID. Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 4. Discussion and Consideration of Recommendation for 2022 Fa►l Grants from the Non -Profit Gift Fund Committee Mr. Trowbridge stated there were changes made to the grant criteria and the priority was given to the Town and School and the amount of not granting more than $40,000 was followed. Mr. Rhein read the recommendations for the record. He stated that there were twelve applications received by the committee and he read the list of recommendations as prepared by the Non -Profit Gift Fund Committee. Motion: To approve the 2022 Fall Grants as recommended by the Non -Profit Gift Fund Committee. (Rhein/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 S. Discussion of Dangerous Dog Complaint and Consideration to Set a Public Hearing Date Motion: To temporarily order that the dogs licensed by Melanie Quinn at 756 Ware Street be restrained on a 3-foot lead and muzzled when outside of the home and schedule a public hearing for 6:30PM on December 7, 2022. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 6. Consideration to Approve and Sign the Special Town Meeting Warrant Mr. LaCasse stated that there are twenty-four articles and thirteen are financial. Mr. LaCasse went through the draft of each of the motions, he noted that there may be changes before they are published. Motion: To approve and sign the Special Town meeting Warrant as presently prepared, and to allow the Town Manager to make any necessary, corrective or non -substantive changes thereto at the recommendation of Town Counsel. (Rhein/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 7. Discussion and Consideration to Support Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles Motion: To support articles 1-24 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant. (Rhein/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 9. Consideration to Appoint Kellie Ansermoz to the Open Space and Recreation Committee Mr. DelVecchio stated that he and Mr. Aptowitz interviewed her and she was excited and is professional and would recommend her to be appointed. Motion: To appoint Kelly Ansermoz to the Open Space and Recreation Committee for a one-year term to expire on December 31, 2023. (Rhein/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 10. Consideration to Appoint Patrick McCue to the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee Mr. Aptowitz stated that he was another positive and willing to participate individual. Mr. DelVecchio stated that they interviewed two candidates and both were interested, however after hearing about the Waste Reduction and Recycling Committee Ms. Brooks advised that she was interested in that Committee and would participate on Keep Mansfield Beautiful as a non -voting member. Motion: To appoint Patrick McCue to the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2025. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Mr. Dumas updated the Board that he did appoint Ms. Brooks to the Waste Reduction Recycling Committee. 11. Discussion of Memorandum of Understanding for Transit Oriented Development Mr. Trowbridge stated that this was covered as part of the Town Manager Report and Mr. Dumas elaborated and stated that he was excited about the opportunity and that after many years in getting to this milestone and agreement. Mr. Trowbridge gave kudos for thinking and bringing GATRA into this as a revenue source. Mr. Rhein asked about the parking garage that is shown in the conceptual design and asked who would pay for that. Mr. Dumas stated that the parking garage is extremely expensive and the Town will be working with GATRA to get some federal funding. Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 12. Select Board Member Committee and Liaison Updates Mr. Rhein stated that the Waste Reduction and Recycling Committee met and design work continued on a postcard that will be mailed to residents to promote Waste Wizard tool and the Committee is looking to updating trash and recycling bylaws. He then stated that Community Service Awards Committee is meeting next week to review the 2022 nominations. Mr. DelVecchio stated that the Volunteer Advisory Committee met and Ms. Champagne is working on scheduling the annual reappointments. Mr. DelVecchio also stated that the Committee is working out well and there appears to be more people applying now that they interview in the smaller setting and not in a full Select Board meeting. Mr. Trowbridge stated that CIP met and what is going before Town Meeting was approved unanimously. 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: • November 2, 2022 B. Vote to Approve Warrants: • Town Vendor Warrant No. 23019T in the amount of $2,307,501.22 • Electric Vendor Warrant No. 23019E in the amount of $2,002,766.34 • School Vendor Warrant No. 23019S in the amount of $800.00 • Town Vendor Warrant No. 23020T in the amount of $8,561,732.63 • Electric Vendor Warrant No. 23020E in the amount of $267,513.71 • School Vendor Warrant No. 23020S in the amount of $430,299.84 C, Consideration of Permits and Licenses: • Applications to place Menorah on South Common from Rabbi Kivman D. Consideration of Proclamations Motion: To approve the consent agenda. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 15. Consideration of Board and Committee Reappointments • Martin Fox to serve on the Airport Commission for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Mary Andrews to serve on the Animal Welfare Committee for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Dana St. James to serve on the Board of Assessors for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Ryan Maxwell to serve on the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Graham Wilson to serve on the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Mary Hourigan to serve on the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Paula Devine to serve on the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Joan Hoey to serve on the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Maureen Doherty to serve on the Municipal Building Committee to a 5-year term to expire on December 31, 2027 • Kevin McNatt to serve on the Non -Profit Gift Fund to a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 • Adrian LeCesne to serve on the Planning Board to a 5-year term to expire on December 31, 2027 • Ralph Penney to serve on the Planning Board to a 5-year term to expire on December 31, 2027 • Linda McCabe to serve on the Recreation Commission to a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Janice Wivagg to serve on the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee to a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 • Jeffrey Ward to serve on the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee to a 3-year term to expire on December 31, 2025 Mr. Rhein read the above listing of the individuals seeking reappointment. Motion: To reappoint the Board and Committee applicants as listed in the agenda. (Rhein/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 16. Consideration of 2023 License Renewals All licenses have been or will be routed through Town Hall Departments and any conditions will be satisfied prior to the business receiving their licenses. • 2023 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License for DW Wang 688, Inc. dba Sake Steakhouse located at 280 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler License for the Council on Aging located at 255 Hope Street and request to waive the fee • 2023 Common Victualler License for White's Bakery located at 321 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler License for Chipotle Mexican Grill located at 287 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, and Entertainment License for Fresh Catch Seafood located at 30 Chauncy Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Mooyah located at 321 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise License for DGP and Sons Inc. dba Jimmy's Pub located at 141 North Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Mansfield House of Pizza located at 175 North Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Aroma Joe's located at 30 Reservoir Street • 2023 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License for Divya Akhand Jyoit Corp dba Family Food Mart located at 660 East Street • 2023 Common Victualler, Wines and Malt On -premise License for Caf6 on the Common located at 12 South Main Street • 2023 All Alcohol Off -Premise License for RNR Liquors Corporation dba Route 106 Wines and Spirits located at 377 Chauncy Street • 2023 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License and Common Victualler License for Mansfield Deli LLC dba Mansfield Deli located at 70-72 Pratt Street • 2023 Lodging House License for Park Pond Homes, LLC located at 15-17 Fulton Place • 2023 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License for AMDA Convenience Corp. dba Town Food Mart located at 242 Chauncy Street • 2023 Wines and Malt Off -Premise License for Vasudev Corporation dba Town News located at 242 Chauncy Street • 2023 All Alcohol Off -Premise License for Adhya Corp dba West Mansfield Variety located at 428 Elm Street • 2023 Common Victualler License for Honey Dew Donuts located at 99 Copeland Drive Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 • 2023 Class II Dealer License for Walid Samrout Corp Inc. dba Mansfield Gulf and Service located at 54 Chauncy Street • 2023 Class II Dealer License for Mansfield Motors located at 425 North Main Street • 2023 Class II Dealer License for The Tire Man located at 423 North Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Decs Donuts dba Dunkin Donuts located at 4 South Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Decs Donuts dba Dunkin Donuts located at 321 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Decs Donuts dba Dunkin Donuts located at 905 South Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Mansfield Donuts dba Dunkin Donuts located at 45 Chauncy Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Wendy's Properties LLC dba Wendy's located at 64 Copeland Drive • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Qdoba Restaurant Corporation dba Qdoba Mexican Eats located at 280 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Intrepid Management LLC dba Jersey Mike's Subs located at 333 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler License for Pushkart Cafe located at 219 North Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler, Ail -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for TFI Friday's Inc. dba TGI Friday's located at 280 School Street • 2023 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise and Entertainment License for LR Kyoto Inc. dba Kyoto Japanese Steak House located at 242 Chauncy Street • 2023 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Entertainment and Automatic Amusement License for Spiezio Enterprises Inc. dba Genos Restaurant and Lounge located at 409 North Main Street • 2023 Common Victualler, All -Alcohol On -premise, Early Sunday and Entertainment License for Rare Hospitality International Inc. dba Longhorn Steakhouse located at 390 West Street • 2023 All Alcohol Off -Premise License for Austin Debucas LLC dba Dubs Discount Liquors located at 30 Chauncy Street Motion: To approve the 2023 License Renewals as listed in the agenda. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 17. Consideration and Approval of Town Payroll Warrants: • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23019PT in the amount of $515,380.21 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23019PT in the amount of $515,380.21. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23019TV in the amount of $169,854.58 Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23019TV in the amount of $169,854.58. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 23019PS in the amount of $1,869,610.24 Motion: To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 23019PS in the amount of $1,869,610.24. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 4:0:1 (Trowbridge Abstained) • School Deductions Vendor Payroll 23019SV in the amount of $602,457.83 Motion: To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 23019SV in the amount of $602,457.83. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • Town Payroll/Senior Tax Work Off 23019TVS in the amount of $6,138.67 Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Senior Tax Work Off 23019TVS in the amount of $6,138.67. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23020PT in the amount of $698,366.17 Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23020PT in the amount of $698,366.17. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23020TV in the amount of $254,094.57 Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23020TV in the amount of $254,094.57. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 18. Correspondence • Notice from Comcast of Programming Change Mr. Rhein read the notice from Comcast. 19. Select Board Member's Comments and Questions Ms. Bren and Mr. Rhein had no comments or questions. Mr. Aptowitz noted that there is a Light Commissioners meeting next week and the Veteran's Day Parade was good and thanked Mr. Raymond the Veteran's agent for his work on the event. He then thanked Mr. Ray Gouley for the donations of the flags. Lastly, Mr. Aptowitz wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mr. DelVecchio congratulated everyone who ran in last week's election and thanked all those that worked the polls. Mr. DelVecchio also stated that he was looking forward to the MMA Conference and encouraged his colleagues to attend. Mr. Trowbridge noted that he offed the Chair and Vice -Chair the opportunity to attend MMA. Mr. Trowbridge stated it was a great parade and the band did great and it was nice to celebrate Mr. Walter Gilbert. 20. Any items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours prior to this meeting Motion: To approve the sign request for the Mansfield Cross Country Give Thanks 5K. (Rhein/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 The Chair then went back to agenda item number 8 at 6:2513M. B. Update from Town Boards, Committees and Commissions This agenda was skipped this agenda item at 6:01PM and returned to it at 6:25PM. Mr. Trowbridge provided an introduction and asked each Board to share what they are working on and what they could use the Boards support on. Board of Library Trustees: Ms. Jean Mallon, Chair of the Library Trustees stated that she was happy to be here to talk about the highlights of the library. She stated that use of the library is returning to pre -pandemic levels. She provided some usage numbers of programs at the library and stated that she would like the Boards help in sharing the library's survey to help them develop their five-year strategic plan and the Library would like a seat at the table when discussing the redesign of the space that currently houses the COA. Historical Commission: Mr. Lou Andrews was present on behalf of the Chair of the Historical Commission. He stated that they help maintain the Fisher Richardson House. They welcomed 106 visitors and furthest person was from Wisconsin. He also stated that they hosted the tour for the 3`d graders and the 41h graders who couldn't attend last year due to COVID. Mr. Andrews stated that the roof is starting to decay and will need replacing in three to five years and they hope to apply for state grants to help fund that project. Animal Welfare: Ms. Carol Kosel, Vice Chair was present stating that she has been a volunteer for more than fifteen years. She summarized the responsibilities of the shelter and stated that they have over thirty volunteers and work closely with Animal Control Officer Jeff Collins. Ms. Kosel then introduced Ms. Ana Viliella, President of the Mansfield Shelter Friends. Ms. Villella stated that the Friends is a non-profit Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 organization that pays for all veterinary expenses and the funding comes from donations, fundraisers, and adoption fees. Recreation Commission: Mitch Bregnard, Chair was present and gave a summary of accomplishments and new programs that began over the last year. He then provided ideas planned for the upcoming year and some needs that the Parks and Recreation department has. Board of Health: Ms. Antonia Blinn was present and thanked Ms. Amy Donovan -Palmer and Ms. Lisa Faria their Health Department Staff and recognized the Board of Health members. Ms. Blinn provided an update on what the Board of Health is and what they are responsible for. She also noted the health -related services that the Community Health Nursing program offers like flu shots, health screenings and car seat inspections. Ms. Blinn also recognized the Bristol Norfolk Health Partners agreement which is made up of five communities who share an epidemiologist and inspectors to expand the things that local health departments can do. Lastly, she advised that COVID test kits are available. Cultural Council: Eileen Cusack, Chair was present with Mark Clamage and Mary Pope-Baretta. Ms. Cusack noted the mission of the Council and the amount of funding they allocate through a grant application process. She then summarized the grants were awarded in 2022, She stated that it would be helpful for the Town to contribute more to the Council, but noted they are thankful for the funding they do already receive from the Town to support them. Lastly, she noted that they no longer have a Cultural District and would like to be able to attract those type businesses to the Downtown. Municipal Building Committee: Mr. Doug Annino, Chair was present and stated the members of his Board and noted amongst them they have over 150 years of construction experience. He stated their next project is the design of the COA to relocate to 50 West Street the former police station. He stated that they are estimating $800-$1,000 per square feet which they believe will come in at a cost of $16,000,000. He noted that the cost per square foot of the public safety complex was $400 a square foot. Ms. Bren left the meeting at 7:1413M. Airport Commission: Mr. Joel Brandwine, Chair stated that at the airport Hangar 12 restaurant is doing very well. They hosted successful events the British Auto Show and the Touch -a -Truck is the most well attended one in the area. He then stated that the tree clearing was completed which allows for safer operations. He stated they are also in the process of completing an updated Master Plan. Mr. Brandwine noted the challenges of the airport and what are some future projects are. Mr. DelVecchio left the meeting at 7:20PM. Council on Aging: Mr. Neil Boldrigini, Chair was present and noted those members of the COA Board. He stated that like everyone here tonight everyone is committed to the COA. They attend the Boards monthly meeting and the vast majority give at least one day a week helping out at the COA. He then stated that Ms. Josephine Madrazo and her staff do a great job. He stated that one of the challenges is getting members back to the COA since COVID. He stated that Mansfield has approximately 5,000 seniors in Town, but there is a stigma and they are trying to increase visibility. Mr. Rhein asked about Mansfield becoming a Dementia Friendly Community and Ms. Madrazo, Director of the COA came forward and explained the program and what they have started to do and what future trainings there will be for Town employees. Finance Committee: Ms. Sara Walsh, Chair and Mr. Scott Feely were both present. Ms. Walsh stated that the Finance Committee meets on Thursdays and reviews the monthly reports prepared by the Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director. She stated that the committee has created policies and procedures that help guide the finances and the financials for the Town are in good position. She stated that municipal finance is complicated and they are hoping to provide more clarity to help the citizens understand. Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022 WWII Scholarship Committee: Mr. David Wilson, Chair was present and stated that the application was updated and it is available on the Towns website and the Committee is hoping for more applications and encourages all students to apply. He stated that he would like to grow the number of applicants and get more donations possibly from businesses to increase the amount of scholarships that can be awarded. Keep Mansfield Beautiful: Jeff Ward, Executive Director was present stating that there are eight members on the committee. He stated there are three main categories of Cleanups, beatification programs and education and engagement. He stated that they great cooperation from DPW and they appreciate that. He also recognized some of the businesses who have been great advocates for the programs that Keep Mansfield Beautiful has. Mr. Trowbridge stated that he enjoyed tonight and hearing what everyone is working on. Mr. Bregnard stated he learned a lot. Mr. Scott Feely stated that tonight took time and effort but it's important to understand what everyone is doing to have collaboration. Mr. Trowbridge thanked everyone for coming in. 21. Adjourn Motion: To adjourn the November 16, 2022 Select Board Meeting at 7:49PM. (Aptowitz/Rhein) Passes 5:0 Signature Minutes prepared by Carrie Champagne / Date Select Board Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022