HomeMy WebLinkAboutDAC 06/06/2023Town of Mansfield
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Downtown Committee
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TOWN CLERK'
2023 AUG 15
Meeting Minutes 6.6.2023 MANSF1
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Present: Mr. Kevin Dumas, Town Manager, Chair, Ms. Eileen Cusack, Mr. George Pantos, Mr,
Jackson, and Ms. Martha 0 Connell
Not Present: Mr. Neil Rhein and Mr. Jack Cooney
Guests: Mr. Lou Andrews, Mr. Kevin McNatt, and Mr. Josh Reinke,-
einke, DPW Director
Minutes: Sharon Varricchione
1. Call to Order: The Downtown Committee was called to order at 5:04PM by Mr. Reinke, the DPW Director
filling in for the Chair, Mr. Kevin Dumas.
2. Acceptance of Minutes from May 2. 2023:
Motion: To adopt the meeting minutes of May 2, 2023.
Passes 5:0 (Pantos/O'Connell)
3. Traffic Box Wrapping Discussion:
Ms. Cusack shared images of the artists artwork. The Committee agreed to move forward with a
photograph of an Eagle Soaring Through Memorial Day; Flags from a local, photographer, Charlene A.
McNeil for the DePillo Square location (Chauncy Street @ North Main Street/Thomas Street). The image
was chosen as the Committee wanted to have something Patriotic in that area to recognize our Veterans.
Motion: To move forward with image number one, with the Eagle Soaring Through Memorial Day Flags
Passes 5:0 (Pantos/ O'Connell)
For the other Traffic Box location: located at North/South Main Street @ West/East Street, the committee
looked at additional pieces and the artwork was not whatthey were looking for as they wanted something
that could be used for a 250`h theme. Mr. Pantos recommended using the 2nd eagle image from Charlene
A. McNeil. The Committee decided to get input from the A' & Committee for the next image.
Mr. Dumas stated for the DePillo Square Traffic Box, Ms. Varricchione will fill out the application for the
next June 24th Select Board meeting and that he would represent the Downtown Committee and ask for
their approval. -
The group then discussed possible ideas for the 250`h version.. Mr. Reinke suggested a historical photo on
one side accompanied by a newer version of the same photo on the other side along with the 2501 logo.
Mr. Dumas agreed and Mr. McNatt said he will bring that up at the next 250th meeting for discussion.
4. Harry Chase Place: 2-sided Canopy Panel and Harry Chase Place sign artwork and language review:
Mr. Reinke then introduced Mr. Lou Andrews to the Committee. Mr. Andrews ran the group through the
Harry Chase Place sign and the 2-sided Canopy Panel (One side with the Old Colony language and
artwork and the other side with the Railroad language and artwork).
Mr. Rhein asked if the Committee had any questions other than the comments Mr. Rhein emailed and
the group did not have any additional comments.
Motion: To move forward with the three signs Images language and artwork pending the review.
Passes 5:0 (Pantos/Chris)
S. Next Meeting Date:
Mr. Dumas discussed with the Committee to move the monthly Downtown meeting to the 4th Monday
of each month in order to have a quorum. The Committee agreed to the 41 Monday of each month at
5i30pm.
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6. Any items not known 48 hours prior:
Mr. Reinke said the Otis Street Wild Flowers bloomed and there's a sign that says "Wild Flowers Mix, Don't
Mow". Mr. Dumas said it looks good.
Mr. Dumas spoke of a simple Summer Event to coincide with the last Mansfield Recreation movie night
event on Wednesday, 8/23 from 6-8pm. The movie will be located on the Town Hall Common and will
start at 8pm. At Fulton's Pond from 6-8pm there will be: Water Fire, Paddle Boats, Music and Food Trucks.
The Town Managers office will fill out a Town permit for the event at Fulton's Pond,
Mr. Pantos inquired about the Fall Festival. Mr. Dumas stated he is looking forward to this year's Festival
on the September 30'h and that they will start to work event soon. They will also be working on the Navy
Band application in hopes to secure them again. Ms. Cusack said she would be submitting for a Festivals
& Projects Application on behalf of the Cultural Council for a Grant to help with the cost.
7. Adjournment:
Motion: To adjourn the meeting at 5:50 PM.
Passes NO (Pantos /Jackson)
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Kevin Dumas, Chair
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