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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 11-5-1986BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1986 PRESENT: Chairman McNair; Selectmen D'Onofrio, Dunn, Mahana, Town Manager Selectman Harrington arrived at 8:25 P.M. 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. and the Flag saluted. 2. Minutes of October 29, 1986 * MOTION: To approve the Minutes of October 29, 1986. D'Onofrio /Dunn VOTED: 4 -0 3. The Chairman had been asked by a representative from the VFW to have a few minutes before the Board. He said he wanted to express appreciation for the cooperation of the Selectmen for their MIA /POW Candlelight Service Sun- day, October 26th. He then presented the Chairman with a card of thanks, which Chairman McNair read. 4. Warrant #21 * MOTION: To approve Warrant #21 in the amount of $356,421.38, dated Novem- ber 4, 1986, broken down as follows: General Fund - $287,135.62 ( Special Revenue - 4,250.11 Sewer Enterprise - 3,923.21 Water Enterprise - 8,246.13 Electric Enterprise - 52,857.65 Motor Pool - 18.56 Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 4 -0 MOTION: To approve the School Payroll item in the amount of $637.50. Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 4 -0 5. Licenses & Permits a) Application for a One -Day Auctioneer License, James A. Gallagher, 1005 Industrial Blvd., Southampton, PA, for November 20th at the Sheraton. * MOTION: To approve the One -Day Auctioneer License. D'Onofrio /Mahana VOTED: 4 -0 b) Application for Sewer Extension Permit, by ISPO Corp., a 36" line into the interceptor on Branch Street. * MOTION: To approve the Sewer Extension Permit for ISPO Corp. Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 3 -0 McNair abstained BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING I NOVEMBER 5, 1986 PAGE 2 Discussion followed Selectman Dunn's questioning whether stubs were being put in the main; the Town Manager said it had been requested, but the State would not permit it. Selectman Dunn suggested the possibility of running a line alongside the main to pick up tie -ins. * MOTION: Request the Town Manager to proceed in the manner which Select- man Dunn has outlined, for North Main Street, Mansfield Ave., Crocker Street areas. D'Onofrio /Dunn VOTED: 4 -0 * c) MOTION: To accept the Assessor's figures on classification as submitted. Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 4 -0 * d) MOTION: To adopt the Purchasing Policy as submitted last week. Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 4 -0 * e) MOTION: To approve and sign the One -Hour Parking from 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. on the southerly side of Park Rota, as specified. Mahana/D'Onofrio VOTED: 4 -0 * MOTION: To approve and sign the One -Hour Parking from 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. on the easterly side of Union Street, as specified. D'Onofrio /Dunn VOTED: 4 -0 6. Juror Selection a) New Bedford Superior Court, Criminal Session, December 1, 1986 - Rita M. Steele, 9 Webb Place - C.E. Goltsos, 16 Eric Road, Apt. 8 - Jeannine Lemire, 16 Alden Street b) Fall River District Court, Criminal Session, December 1, 1986 - Irma Medeiros, 24 Bicentennial Court, Apt. B - Eleanor Turnbull, 1300 East Street c) Fall River Superior Court, Civil Session, December 1, 1986 - Joanne C. Hottleman, 1375 West Street - Jeffrey M. Sherman, P.O. Box 441 d) New Bedford Superior Court, Criminal Session, January 6, 1987 - William H. Frasier, Jr., 13 Squire Ave. 7. Joseph Zeneski Mr. Zeneski had asked for a few minutes to make a presentation to the Board. He read a prepared statement which, among other things, asked for planning BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1986 PAGE 3 on water supply land acquisition. Selectman D'Onofrio asked for time to reply by asking Mr. Zeneski why he voted against the article at the Annual Town Meeting which dealt with that subject. There was no discussion. 8. Correspondence a) Letter to the Board from Shooshanian Engineering Associates, Inc., re: Ability to help with funding applications. b) Invitation to Cannon Forge Condominium Groundbreaking Ceremonies Novem- ber 6th at 10:30 A.M. c) Letter from Daniel Morgado, Easton Town Administrator re: Appointment of Martin Washburn to represent Towns of Easton and Mansfield on the Board of Directors of Self Help, Inc. d) Letter from Postal Inspector, P.F. Connolly, re: Review of utilization of Minority Businesses as applicable to EPA funded grants. e) Letter to the Board from Mo Prasad re: Special meeting between Board of Mansfield Cable Access Corp. and Regional Manager of Cablevision, Tuesday, November 11th. f) Memorandum from Town Manager re: Veterans Agent Appointment. * MOTION: To send a letter to Gladys Cross in appreciation of her years of service to the Town (20 years). Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 5 -0 g) Letter to the Town Manager from Geno Spiezio re: Parking restriction for Pratt Street. * MOTION: To post for Two -Hour Parking 6:00 A.M. to 12 Noon. Mahana /D'Onofrio VOTED: 5 -0 h) Letter from Clerk Bob Paza, Mansfield Cable Access Corp. re: Attendance of appointed Directors of M.C.A.C. at regular monthly meetings. i) Copies of Memorandums and Minutes of Master Plan Advisory Council. j) Notice of Adjudication, Energy Facilities Siting Council re: Bay State Gas Co. Q Letter from Vice President and General Manager of Hampshire House re: John McKeon /Hastings House Corp. 1) Copy of letter to Chairman Tartufo, Board of Health, from Town Counsel, re: Conflict of Interest. BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1986 PAGE 4 Shirley Bennett /Parking Issue Shirley Bennett was one of many who had submitted a petition last week re- questing "Resident Parking Only" for Highland Ave., Howe Street, Draper Ave. She had also spoken with Selectman Dunn about coming in to present their reasons and suggestions. Ms. Bennett read a prepared statement cover- ing her and the other residents from the area, concerns, reasons, etc. The Town Manager addressed as many of the issues as he could. Selectman D'Ono- frio felt 2 -hour parking could take care of it, but it was immediately pointed out that enforcement is a problem. One resident had sketched a map of the area and asked if Allen Street couldn't be made traversable for exit- ing commuters; she was assured that that was one plan being - considered. , The Town Manager reminded the Board that they had been given the authority to designate Tow Zones, so this needs to be adopted. MOTION: To adopt Two -Hour Parking and towing on Highland, Howe and Draper. D'Onofrio /no second MOTION: To institute "Resident Parking" regulations on Highland Ave., Howe Street and Draper Ave.; others will be towed. Dunn /D'Onofrio VOTED: 5 -0 10. Paul Folkman /Jackson Court Paul Folkman had plans for the Board to review; it was a Plan B, approved by the Planning Board and Zoning Board. He reminded the Board that he was caught in the middle by the new Zoning Article approved at the Special Town Meeting. This plan shows 13 units, 25 parking spaces; he delineated walk- ways, etc. The Board said it supported it in concept. Selectman D'Onofrio said he would like to have a commitment for a total bottom line cost. 11. Old Business a) Selectman Harrington said he would like to have the Water Department staff meet with the Board to discuss their planning, progress, an up- date on condition of the department. The Town Manager reminded him the budget is top priority right now, but revenues are up for that depart- ment. A great many of the staff are new in that department; grant money is being pursued for water meters, etc. b) Selectman D'Onofrio asked to have the Plain Street /West Street intersec- tion cleared for better visibility, saying it is very dangerous at pre- sent due to trees obstructing the view. c) MOTION: To ask the Assessors office to contact Louise Capone, 65 Brook Street, regarding Senior Citizen tax rates. D'Onofrio /Dunn VOTED: 5 -0 BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1986 PAGE 5 12. New Business a) Selectman Dunn reported that the Water Protection District Advisory Council, formed a few months back, which he headed up is not function- ing, due to his schedule being too busy as are other members. He said he was sorry to have to make this report. No decision was made about its future. b) Selectman Mahana expressed concern about the Cannon Forge building, which is on top of Mansfield's aquifer, and he believes there are laws cover- ing this. The Bristol Arms sewage problem was also mentioned, but the Town Manager reported improvements are in the works at that site. The Board mentioned past discussion of developer /Town sewer cooperation, for which this area is a prime candidate. c) Chairman McNair mentioned the extended time, to date; on the Foxboro Interceptor construction and, therefore, added traffic problems for Mans- field. The Town Manager advised a permit is required from Amtrak for construction under the tracks, and this permit was not obtained prior to start of the project; it also requires extensive liability insurance. He recommended taking a stand, requiring the jacking pit to be covered up so traffic can get through as usual, until construction may proceed. * MOTION: To support the original concept and reconsider approval for the jacking pit by requiring its closing effective Monday, November 10, 1986, 5:00 P.M. D'Onofrio /Dunn VOTED: 5 -0 d) The Chairman raised the question of Board meeting dates Thanksgiving week and Christmas week, to help the secretary schedule license approvals and Board and Committee appointments. It was decided to leave it up to the Chairman and secretary. e) Selectman Harrington suggested consideration for next year's budget of an additional police officer for enforcing speed limits, parking, etc. f) Chairman McNair asked for a minute to congratulate Senator John Parker, who used to serve the Mansfield area, for his dedication of over thirty years, having just been re- elected for another term. Selectman Mahana spoke to Governor Dukakis' breaking of a tradition by his re- election. 13. Adjournment adjourned The meeting APPROVED- Date