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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 1-15-1992BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING JANUARY 15, 1992 912 JAN 24 Pill k: W; PRESENT: Chairman Sarro; Selectmen Robinson, Colella, Pasqul,;gttt�1>`k ITS Town Manager 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:40 P.M. and the Flag saluted. Selectman Tartufo requested a moment of silence for Marie Willis who passed away last week. She served as a Library Trustee from 1974 until last year and was always interested in local government. 2. Minutes of January 8, 1992 * MOTION: To approve the Minutes of January 8, 1992. Pasquale /Robinson VOTED: 4 -0 Sarro abstained 3. Warrant #30 * MOTION: To approve Warrant #30 in the amount of $2,938,251.96, dated January 14,1992, broken down as follows: General Fund - $1,094,169.02 School Lunch - 4,190.85 Special Revenue - 10,936.27 Capital Projects - 369,288.27 Sewer Expense - 17,902.99 Water Expense - 9,794.51 Electric Enterprise - 1,431,970.05 Robinson /Colella VOTED: 5 -0 4. Licenses & Permits a) Application for Vendor License renewal by HDL Operations d /b /a Dandi- Lyons at 242 Chauncy Street, for selling flowers. * MOTION: To approve. Tartufo /Robinson Selectman Robinson raised the question as to number of stands, and also if the applicant understood he must be at the stand at all times. FAILED: 2 -3 Robinson, Pasquale, Sarro opposed b) Covenant Release Form for Parcel B, George Fram Estates. The Town Manager advised that this covenant does not fall within the purview of the Escrow Account. * MOTION: To approve the Covenant Release. Pasquale /Robinson VOTED: 4 -0 Tartufo out of room BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING JANUARY 15, 1992 PAGE 2 c) Transfer Request #2 Transfer Request for $5,445.32 to the Treasurer's Legal Fees Account to cover liens for unpaid tax bills. * MOTION: To approve the Transfer Request. Robinson /Colella VOTED: 5 -0 5. Correspondence a) Letter to Public Official from SRPEDD Executive Director re: DATA REPORT 1.0, Population & Housing Characteristics. b) Copy of Division of Local Mandates REPORT. c) Memorandum to the Board from Plymouth County Data Processing Department re: 1991 summary sheets detailing 1991 Parking Ticket Collection System. d) Letter to the Board from Chairman Donahue, Profile in Courage Award of John F. Kennedy Library Foundation re: Elected officials to be con- sidered for the 1992 award. e) Copy of letter to the Town Manager from Rep. Barney Frank re: Amtrak and lack of safety railroad right -of -ways in Mansfield. f) Informational Guideline Release from Division of Local Services re: Disbursement of Emergency Educational Assistance. g) Copy of Memorandum to All Department Heads from the Town Manager re: Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles due prior to Jan. 29, 1992. h) Copy of letter from Senator Keating re: Forum entitled Banking and Business in the 90's, scheduled for January 23rd. i) Copy of Tri -Town Chamber of Commerce "January Events Notice ". j) Memorandum to the Board from the Town Manager re: MBTA Response. k) Copy of Memorandum to Event Organizers and League Presidents from the Director of Parks & Recreation and Recreation Commission Chairman re: 1992 Permits. 6. Questions & Comments None 7. Public Hearing /Automatic Amusement Devices /Arcade The Clerk read the Notice of Hearing. Marie Rota, Attorney for the Host Hotel (Sheraton) was present along with Alan Kronberg, General Manager. BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING JANUARY 15, 1992 PAGE 3 Both apologized for not attending the December 18th hearing, and assured Board members they had been properly notified.* Selectman Colella asked how many machines they have operating; Marie Rota said they had six, but placed "Out of Order" on three of them following instructions from the Police Department after the Dec. 18th hearing. Alan Kronberg explained the machines help the patrons pass the time of day when they are staying a week or so for training sessions, etc., and they ask for six machines to provide more variety. The hours for operation are 11:00 A.M. to 12:45 A.M. Selectman Colella said he had a concern that more machines would attract outsiders since they are open late, etc. Marie Rota felt because of the lcoation of the hotel that would be negli- gible. Alan Kronberg pointed out they have security present at night and he is there during the day. Selectman Pasquale said the Board is going to uncharted territory, and he would like to limit the number to four until the Board has more opportunity to explore any problems. Gilbert Stuart, part owner of the Homestead Restaurant, was also present. He said they have had four machines licensed for several years and noted that the machines are rotated periodically by the supplier. He volunteered the hours they are open and the machines accessible. * MOTION: To table the Host Hotel's request for three extra machines. Colella /no 2nd * MOTION: To approve four (4) machines for the Host Hotel (Sheraton) which will not place them under the arcade classification. Pasquale /Robinson Selectmen Pasquale and Robinson felt they would like to determine what limits should be imposed for an arcade. Selectman Tartufo said he had a concern with having a large number where alcohol is served. VOTED: 4 -0 Sarro out of room for this hearing * MOTION: To approve four (4) automatic amusement devices for the Homestead Restaurant. Pasquale /Robinson VOTED: 4 -0 Sarro out of room *Return Receipts were received from the abutters 8. Old Business a) The Town Manager reminded the Board a different date needed to be set for the joint meeting with the School Board and Finance Committee. From alternate dates offered the Board chose January 27th, Monday. BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING JANUARY 15, 1992 PAGE 4 b) The Town Manager pointed out he had given each Board member a draft copy of Warrant Articles for them to review. c) Adopt a (Flower) Bed Program - Kelli Baker and Brian McCafferty were both present. Kelli had given each Selectman a copy of a letter, together with General Specifications and Information, they are suggest- ing go out to Landscapers as a request for proposals for the program. Kelli said there has been a growing enthusiasm for the program and she encouraged the Selectmen to become a part of it. Their hope is to have one landscaper to design a plan and also be responsible for up- keep of the beds. Chairman Sarro pointed out any contract would have to be with the Town, not the Chamber of Commerce, since the beds will be on Town -owned prop- erty. He also mentioned that all memorial plots would require special attention. Selectman Tartufo expressed the hope that a volunteer at- torney could be involved. * MOTION: To endorse the preliminary concept of the program being sponsored by the Tri -Town Chamber of Commerce. Tartufo /Pasquale VOTED: 5 -0 d) The Town Manager reported on the Purchase Order for Richard Bros., as presented at last week's meeting. It is for electric service for FY -92, as per bid specs, dated December 1991. The contract has been awarded and it reads 'not to exceed more than $10,000'. MOTION: To approve the purchase order. Pasquale /Colella VOTED: 3 -1 Robinson opposed e) Selectman Pasquale said he would like to schedule a goals and objec- tives meeting. The Chairman suggested a workshop. No date was set. f) Selectman Tartufo mentioned the Light Commissioners meeting of last night and advised that legislation for placing utility wiring under- ground in Mansfield will be filed again this year. f) Chairman Sarro reported he had talked with Town Accountant, Larry Gallagher, who feels department heads are doing well keeping within their budget restraints. 9) Solid Waste Committee /Millis Consortium - Chairman of the Solid Waste Committee, Mike Van Splinter, was present with a member of'the commit- tee, Bill Lewis. Mike Van Splinter made a report on costs for curb- side recyclables to be taken to Millis, plus a tipping fee, plus cost of a truck, etc., and advised that if the Town joins the Millis Con- sortium, it will be expected that the Town will take everything Millis will accept, or nothing. Also, they require a twenty -year contract. He reminded the Board that Mansfield's recycling park presently is ac- BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING JANUARY 15, 1992 PAGE 5 cepting alot more than what Millis will at present. Mike said the Solid Waste Committee voted unanimously, based on present requirements/ restrictions, not to participate in the Millis Consortium, that it does not meet the needs of Mansfield at this time. Chairman Sarro asked for the Town Manager's opinion, who said he agrees with the Solid Waste Committee vote at this time. There are now more such sites proposed which could be closer to Mansfield soon. Bob Swanson, Town Engineer /DPW Director, was also present and advised he does not feel the Town has all the facts yet, because in speaking with people associated with the Consortium, many facts are referred to which have not been sent to him yet. * MOTION: To not go to the Millis Consortium. Tartufo /Robinson VOTED: 5 -0 The second topic for discussion concerned operation of Mansfield Green. Mike Van Splinter said he feels the Town is doing a good job of run- ning the recycling park effectively; the one problem being there is no one employee running the park. Selectman Tartufo praised the Solid Waste Committee for establishing the recycling park we have today, but he does not think an advisory committee should have the responsibility for pricing, maintaining, etc.; it should be handled by Town staff. He said he would like to see the Town Manager and staff come up with a plan. Chairman Sarro said "Find a way and soon ". Discussion followed as to whether the trash contractor can be made to pick up all recyclables at the park. Bob Swanson explained he and the Town Manager are working with the contractor, with Town Counsel, concerning the Town's present contract which has a rider for picking up white goods which they no longer will do. 9. New Business a) The Town Manager reminded the Board that Saturday, January 18th, would be a continuation of the Finance Committee meetings with depart- ment heads. He said he felt last Saturday's meeting showed a greater intensity than last year's meetings. b) Selectman Pasquale mentioned a few items resulting from last Saturday's Finance Committee meeting, and asked for several reports from the Town Manager. He also addressed the possibility of the motor pool extend- ing its service to school vehicles as a means for savings. c) Selectman Tartufo read a brief statement covering his previous ser- vices for the Town, such as Chairman of the Board of Health, now in his second term as a Selectman, and the Selectman representative to the Canoe River Aquifer Advisory Committee. He ended by stating he has BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING JANUARY 15, 1992 PAGE 6 decided not to seek Representative Vernon's seat. 10. Adjournment * MOTION: To adjourn (at 10:15 P.M.) Robinson /Colella VOTED: 5 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: I e k Dated gned