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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 12-8-1993n `V ^ BOARD OF SELECTMEN i - MINUTES �i DECEMBER S, 1993 PRESENT: Chairman Pasquale, Clerk Ronald, Selectmen Penney, and Rgljinson and Town Manager, William Williams 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. followed by the pledge of allegiance. 2. Minutes of November 10 and 17, 1993 Minutes of November 10, 1993 MOTION: To approve the minutes of November 10, 1993. (Robinson - Ronald) (2 -0 -2) Chairman Pasquale and Selectman Penney abstained. PASSES. Minutes of November 17, 1993 MOTION: To approve the minutes of November 17, 1993. (Pasquale - Ronald) (3 -0 -1) Selectman Penney abstained. PASSES. 3. Warrant Nos. 22, 23, and 24 MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 22 in the amount of $1,862,731.04. (Penney - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 23 in the amount of $1,366,797.18. (Penney - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 24 in the amount of $657,246.16. (Robinson- Penney) All in favor. PASSES. 4. Licenses and Permits Sunday License for Villa Liquors for December 12, 19, and 26, 1993. MOTION: To sign. (Robinson - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Natural Resources Trust request for a one -day wine and malt license at the Mansfield Library. The committee would like a glass of wine with their dinner at their annual meeting. MOTION: To approve the license. (Robinson- Penney) All in favor. PASSES. Request for a waiver of the fee for a one day wine and malt license for the Natural Resources Trust MOTION: To waive the fee. (Penney- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. 5. Correspondence ACTION CORRESPONDENCE: Letter to the Board of Selectmen from Kenneth and Elaine Kilburn, William and Patricia Donovan, and Ralph and Carol Penney requesting the Board consider their reasons outlined in their letter to not close Old Maple Street at its intersection with Maple Street Chairman Pasquale stated that only a member of the prevailing side of the vote could make a motion for reconsideration of this issue and that he is the only member present. Chairman Pasquale stated that he would recommend the Board of Selectmen send a letter to the petitioners stating that they pray petition Town Meeting to close Old Maple Street. 1 ' Letter to the Mansfield Board of Selectmen from the Town of Northborough expressing con- cern regarding the new precinct lines which will split many Municipal boundaries and request- ing the Board of Selectmen send a letter to their legislators expressing their concern and en- couraging them to endorse alternative arrangements which preserve the sanctity of geographic boundaries wherever possible MOTION: To write a letter expressing our dissatisfaction with the way in which the precinct lines have been drawn. (Ronald - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. Copy of a letter from LEA Group to Robert Swanson requesting the opportunity to attend a regular Selectmen's meeting to present a program regarding the Itermodal Surface Transporta- tion Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) Chairman Pasquale stated that Mr. Williams and Mr. Swanson should get in touch with LEA Group and see their presentation, and they should bring the information to the Selectmen if they feel it is appropriate. OTHER CORRESPONDENCE: Copy of a letter to Daniel Crane, Executive Director, Old Colony Planning Council, from the Town of Kingston offering revised recommendations for the 1993 Overall Economic Develop- ment Program Report for the Old Colony Economic Development District Letter to the Mansfield Board of Selectmen from Stephen P. Tocco, Executive Director of Massport, in response to their letter regarding the proposed convention and assembly complex project Copy of a letter to Edward J. Corcoran, II, Director, Right of Way Bureau, Executive Office of Transportation and Construction, Mass Highway Department, from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, regarding Surplus Land in Mansfield Adjacent to Route 495 Letter to the Board of Selectmen from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, regarding surplus State land adjacent to Route 495 Copy of a letter to the Planning Board from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, giving an opinion on a Form "A" at East Street and Church Street Two updates on Compo Chemical Company, Inc. from GEI Consultants Letter from CVI Industries to the Board of Selectmen informing them of their holiday cam- paign in which they are offering a free installation of Full Cablevision Services with a $10 donation to the local library Copy of a letter from Richard Feeley, Municipal Building Committee Chairman, to James Chelauski, Vice President, R. W. Granger and Sons, Inc., regarding their failure to perform with the completion of the enclosure strips, conservation issues, occupancy permit, and failure of carpet adhesive Copy of a letter to William Williams, Town Manager, from Rich Feeley, Municipal Building Committee Chairman, regarding payment of bills for the architectural rendering of the Jordan Jackson school Memorandum from The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Department to Local Offi- cials with attached proposed regulations for the EDIP and the TIF Program and stating public hearing dates for same 2 Draft Community Profile for Mansfield from EOCD Copy of a letter from SRPEDD to the Conservation Commission regarding regionalization Copy of a letter from SRPEDD to the Planning Board regarding regionalization Copy of a letter from the Natural Resources Trust to Senator Durand in support of the Open Space Bond Bill H5568 Copy of a letter to the Board of Assessors from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue stat- ing that the Fiscal 1994 Tax Rate has been reviewed and approved by the Bureau of Accounts Letter to Maria Lopes, Chairwoman, Bristol County Commissioners Office, from Stanley Sohn of Mansfield Animal Hospital regarding Alladen Kennel Letter to Maria Lopes, Chairwoman, Bristol County Commissioners Office, from Linda Sohn of Kozy Kennels regarding Alladen Kennel Memorandum from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Education to the Board of Selectmen regarding Information and analysis of the fiscal impact of the Education Reform Act of 1993 Memorandum from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Education to the Board of Selectmen regarding Regional School District Budgets Fiscal Year 1994 Letter from Stop and Shop to Chief Executive Officers stating that they have asked their employees not to accept gifts from their suppliers during the Christmas season or any other time of the year Letter from the Commonwealth of Mass Department of Revenue regarding local tax on room occupancy SRPEDD JTPG Meeting Notice - December 8, 1993 Seminar Notice - "Pavement Treatments" Conference Notice - "New England Environmental Conference" Two Notices of application from the Department of Public Utilities Petition of the Department of Public Utilities Commonwealth of Massachusetts Community Antenna Television Commission Notice of Regional Public Meeting Massachusetts Department of Revenue Division of Local Services Information Guideline Release Building Department November Report 1993 Notice of Seminar - "Taking Stock" Fiscal Update from Treasurer Joe Malone Municipal Law Newsletter Suburban Coalition Chronicle 3 6. Bi- Monthly Meeting with the Cable Access Board ( The following members of the Cable Access Board were present for this discussion: L o u Amoroso, Jack O'Neill, Sue Hamilton, Kim Macintosh, Robert Jean, and Robert Varley. Items discussed with the Cable Access Board were: public service announcements, Mansfield's School involvement with Cable's programs, ETV (education television), coverage of Selectmen elections, need for volunteers to run the cameras, Cable's budget, Cable Access channel, and contract compliance. 7. Board and Committee InterviewslAppointments Finance Committee Two Positions Open - One Applicant (David McCarter) Andy Gazolo, Chairman of the Finance Committee, was present for this interview. Chairman Pasquale began the interview by expressing his appreciation of Ed McQuaid's and Bob Lynch's service on the Finance Committee. Members of the Board of Selectmen asked Mr. McCarter questions regarding why he would like to be on the Finance Committee, what he could con- tribute to the Committee, his familiarity with the Town's expenditures, and his financial back- ground. Selectman Robinson nominated Mr. McCarter to serve a three -year term on the Finance Committee, which unanimously passed. Recreation Commission Two Positions Open - One Applicant (Mary Ann Panaro - Grady) During Ms. Panaro - Grady's interview, members of the Board of Selectmen asked her questions regarding what she would like to sec happen next on the Commission and activities sponsored by the Recreation Commission. Selectman Penney nominated Ms. Panaro Grady to serve a three year term on the Recreation Commission, which unanimously passed. World War II Scholarship Fund Committee One Position Open - One Applicant (Catherine Hayner) Ms. Hayner was unable to attend this evenings Selectmen's meeting. Selectman Robinson nominated Ms. Hayner to serve a five -year term on the World War II Scholarship Fund Com- mittee, which unanimously passed. Constables The following Constables were present requesting reappointment: James Carey, Joseph Patella, George Mather, and Sal Consalvo. Chairman Pasquale began the interviews by stating that some of the constables have requested three year rather than one year appointments, which is something the Board will have to vote on, since the Town currently appoints the Constables for one -year terms. Members of the Board of Selectmen asked the Constables questions concerning the cost of a three -year in- surance bond, the number of constables in Mansfield, competition between the Constables, policing constables, and other Towns they also serve. Selectman Penney nominated James Carey, Joseph Pacella, George Mather, Sal Consalvo, Michael Bombas, and Carlton Conrad(pending a record check by the Police Department) each for three year terms, which unanimously passed. 7. Old Business Board of Selectmen Selectman Robinson asked Selectman Ronald to inform the public of the discounts available to Cable subscribers. Selectman Ronald explained that there are discounts available for dis- abled veterans, and Heads of Households who live in senior housing. Selectman Ronald also stated that Steve Grossman of Cable Vision Industries will be speaking to the Council on Aging sometime after the first of January to discuss the cable and discounts available. 4 Selectman Robinson also asked if Mr. Williams had received any information relative to the Witch Pond Well. Mr. Williams responded that he has received information regarding the ( well and that it has been put in the Selectmen's boxes. Clerk Ronald asked Mr. Williams for an update on the status of Bird Road. William Williams, Town Manager, stated that the paving is scheduled for next Tuesday. Selectman Penney asked for an update on the drainlayers license program. William Williams, Town Manager, responded that Robert Swanson, Town Engineer, is still working on the program and has received comments from Town Departments but is not sure if the program will be completed by January 1 because he is also working on departmental and capital im- provements budgets. Selectman Penney questioned the location of "Questions and Comments" on the Selectmen's agenda. Questions and Comments will be placed before Old and New Business on future agen- das. Selectman Penney also asked when the Selectmen's Policies and Procedures would be dis- cussed. They will be discussed at the Selectmen's workshop on January 5, 1994. Selectman Penney also asked if any complaints had been received regarding the "Turn on Right after Stopping" signs placed at the intersection of Chauncy Street and Copeland Drive. Wil- liam Williams responder) that he hasn't received any complaints to date. Selectman Robinson stated that over the next two weeks he will be looking for volunteers for the leaf pick -up program. If there is anyone interested, they should contact the Council on Aging. Discussion followed regarding the Compost Facility. Town Manager Reorganization William Williams, Town Manager, stated that he is recommending reassignment of all Parks and Commons maintenance employees to the supervision and direction of the Director of Public Works, with the exception of a skilled laborer position, which would not be affected, and to dissolve the Building Operations unit, the employees of which would be reassigned to DPW. The proposed reorganization would occur in July 1994. 8. New Business Selectmen Selectman Penney asked if any of the Highway Department employees have hydraulic licenses. William Williams, Town Manager, stated that he would check into it. Town Manager Recycling William Williams, Town Manager, referenced a memorandum dated November 17, 1993, which states that DPW Director Dan Clifford has recommended a number of efficiency proposals in the area of recycling which would include the exclusion of all newspaper pickup except by curbside collection. This measure would save the Town $58,110. Discussion fol- lowed among the Selectmen regarding the pros and cons of Mr. Clifford's proposal as well as if the residents would still recycle the newspaper if this change was made or if they would just throw the papers away. Selectman Ronald asked if a survey could be conducted for public in- put. Selectman Penney suggested that this topic be discussed at the Selectmen's workshop scheduled for January 5, 1994 and also that Mr. Clifford, DPW Director, look into collection of waste oil, also to be discussed at that workshop. G Sewer Charge William Williams, Town Manager, stated that Robert Swanson, Town Engineer, has reviewed sewer fees and is recommending that the Board of Selectmen, acting in their capacity as Sewer Commissioners, eliminate the 15% discount on those residences which have two meters, one for water going into sewage and one for water used outside which does not. Chairman Pasquale requested that Mr. Swanson present his recommendation to the Board of Selectmen. William Williams, Town Manager, stated that Dennis Grady, currently a member of the I.D.C, has submitted an application for the Finance Committee. Mr. Grady can serve on both the LD.0 and Finance Committee at the same time. Selectmen Chairman Pasquale requested Mr. Williams schedule a joint meeting with the Finance Committee and School Committee to discuss an early retirement plan. Chairman Pasquale also asked William Madan, Planning Board Chairman, if he would have enough time to hold the required public hearings if Special Town Meeting was held on Feb.7, Feb. 14, or January 31. Mr. Madan responded that he would. Discussion followed regarding the urgency of a Special Town Meeting, the cost to put on the Special Town Meeting and preference of dates. MOTION: To hold Special Town Meeting on February 7, 1994 and notify Judith Scott, Town Clerk, to open the warrant. (Robinson- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. After the above motion was voted on it was stated that the warrant will be closed on January 12, 1994 and that Mr. Williams should send out notice of the Special Town Meeting to Depart- ment Heads. William Williams, Town Manager, stated that he has obtained quotes for land appraisals for the West Mansfield Fire Station, John Berry School, and Mystic Club and stated the quotes given by their respective companies MOTION: To go with Appraisal Consultants of New England for $1,500 for the West Mansfield Fire Station, John Berry School, and Mystic Club. (Ronald- Penney) All in favor. PASSES. Selectman Penney referenced a memorandum from the Planning Board to the Board of Selectmen in which the Planning Board has requested the Selectmen consider evaluating the legal ability of the Town of Mansfield to take action against the developer of the denied Shan- non Lane residential compound to recover all expenses incurred by the Town in their appeal of the Planning Board's decision. Discussion followed regarding the cost incurred by the Town during the appeal process. Chairman Pasquale requested Town Counsel evaluate the request and that it be discussed at the next Selectmen's meeting. Chairman Pasquale referenced a memorandum to William Williams, Town Manager, from the Conservation Commission regarding dumping on Conservation land between the RL 495 northbound on -ramp on South Main Street and Judy's Lane and stated that it would be helpful to coordinate any work to block the access to the site with the effort to remove the existing material. Chairman Pasquale suggested that Fire Chief Ed Sliney be asked to review this re- quest with regard to emergency vehicle access to the site. Chairman Pasquale stated that he received a memorandum from Dianne Royle, Selectwoman, in which she stated that Children living in a Dedham Housing Authority Complex started a fundraiser to build a playground, but the jug of money was stolen. Ms. Royle, requested the Selectmen's support donating the Park Row Playground equipment to the Dedham Housing 3 Authority provided they remove it off site. William Madan, present at the meeting, stated that his daughter works for the Mashpee School Department and that they would also be interested in the playground equipment. Chairman Pasquale suggested that the two parties look at the equipment and the Selectmen could talk about it hit next weeks meeting. The party who is in- terested in the equipment would have to take all of it. Chairman Pasquale asked the other Board members if any of them are interested in meeting on December 22, 1993. Selectman Penney stated that he will be unable to attend that meeting and Clerk Ronald stated that if [here is business the Selectmen should meet on the 22 but should not meet on the 29. 9. Questions and Comments Leonard Flynn of the Natural Resources Trust stated that he attended a hearing at the State House on the Open Space Bill and that the Bill received very positive reception. Mr. Flynn also stated that he spoke to Trudy Coxe and discussed the Town's problems with obtaining the 88 acres of land adjacent to Rt. 495. Ms. Coxe has written a letter concerning the 88 acres and Mr. Flynn will give the Selectmen copies of the letter. Karl Clemmey stated that a newspaper reporter interviewed Bruce Montgomery at Great Woods and that Mr. Montgomery recommended that the Town should conduct a study because he claims he is paying enough fees to the Town with utilities, etc. Chairman Pasquale stated that the difference between Foxboro and Mansfield relative to Foxboro's receiving a percentage of the money collected for tickets sold at the stadium is that Foxboro owns the land the stadium is on but Mansfield does not own the land the Great Woods Performing Arts Center is on. Discussion followed regarding the fees charged by the Town of Mansfield of Great Woods for Town services. Karl Clemmey asked the Board of Selectmen if he hired three consultants at his expense to report on the Great Wood if the Board would look at their reports. Chairman Pasquale responded that the Board would accept input. Marilyn Powers stated that those Mansfield residents living in buildings with a number of units in excess of the waste contract would not receive the benefit of recycling and that should be taken into consideration when discussed at the Selectmen's workshop. 10. Adjournment - 10:10 P.M. Jerk's Si nature Date of Approval 7