HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 3-23-1994BOARD OF SELECTMEN'S` � - �t�
MINUTES I _ IIq - Ff ,ED
March 23, 1994 iA.T ='KIEL [)
PRESENT: Chairman Robinson, Clerk Ronald, Selectmen Penney,ra1' dDAlJ,9,mfttf24lq Fnd Town
Manager, William Williams, and Secretary, Tracy Pereira . ,
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1. 7:30 P.M. - The Meeting was called to order by William Wiitianiis 11f6w"UMa}iW &r, fol-
lowed by the pledge of allegiance.
2. 7:31 P.M. - Reorganization
William Williams, Town Manager asked for a nomination for Chairman. Selectman Pasquale
nominated Selectman Robinson, seconded by Selectman Royle, to be Chairman. The nomina-
tion passed with four members in favor and one abstention, Selectman Penney.
Selectman Pasquale nominated Selectman Royle to be Vice Chairman, which unanimously
passed.
Selectman Pasquale nominated Selectman Ronald to be Clerk, which also unanimously passed.
3. Warrant No. 39
MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 39 in the amount of $1,965,394.6796633,793.63.
(Robinson - Royle) All in favor. Selectman Royle abstained from all Board of
Health issues. PASSES.
4. Minutes of March 9, 1994
MOTION: To approve the minutes of March 9.
(Pasquale- Royle) (4 -0 -1) Selectman Penney abstained. PASSES.
5. Licenses and Permits
Application for a parade permit from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3264 for
Memorial Day
MOTION: To approve the application for a parade permit.
(Pasquale- Royle) All in favor. PASSES.
Memorandum from Acting Chief O'Neill to the Board of Selectmen with attached report of
Roscoes Cafe liquor license violation by Officer Juda
6. Correspondence
ACTION CORRESPONDENCE:
Correspondence from Boards and Committees:
Memorandum from the Conservation Commission to the Board of Selectmen/ Water Commis-
sions requesting a joint meeting to discuss Mill Pond Dam repair and pond reclamation
Selectman Royle stated she would like the joint discussion to be televised.
OTHER CORRESPONDENCE:
Correspondence from Residents
Letter from Karl Clemmey, Clemmey Inc., to the Board of Selectmen concerning Class II
Licenses
Copy of a letter to Robert Swanson, Town Engineer, from Denise MacKillop, resident of
Monahan Lane requesting permission to tie into the storm drain on Monahan Lane
Copy of a letter from Katherine Treffiletli to Senator Keating concerning commuter parking in
Mansfield
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Correspondence from Town Manager and Staff:
Copy of a letter from Gerald Scherma, Veterans Agent, to the Department of Veterans Services
concerning funding and restoration and maintenance of veterans graves
Correspondence from State and Local Governments:
Memorandum from the Massachusetts Historical Commission to the Board of Selectmen stating
that Soldiers Memorial Library has been voted eligible for inclusion in the National Register of
Historic Places by the Commission
State Ethics Commission Bulletin
Letter from DEP to the Board of Selectmen concerning CA %T Clay Distribution for Municipal
Landfills
Notice from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission
concerning sale of liqueurs and cordials by wine and malt restaurant licensees
Notice of a free workshop on school education from the Town of Easton DPW
It was requested that a copy of this notice be forwarded to Dr. Nicoletti.
Miscellaneous Correspondence:
Massachusetts Municipal Association Legislative Bulletin
Copy of a letter from Stephen Grossman, District Manager, CVI, to Commissioner Urban with
enclosed responses to Cablevisions March 8 rate bearing
Letter from Stephen Grossman, District Manager, CVI, to the Board of Selectmen with
enclosed check in the amount of $$2,611 in full payment of the Franchise fee
Old Business
Town Manager
Town Meeting Date
William F. Williams, Town Manager, stated that the Board of Selectmen will need to meet
with the Conservation Commission to discuss the Mill Pond Dam project.
Mr. Williams read a letter from Jeff Slater, Director, MBTA, concerning expanding commuter
parking onto Cleveland Twist Drill property and also gave an update of ongoing correspon-
dence with Donna Flamang. Discussion followed among the Selectmen such as whether or not
the Cleveland Twist Drill building would be taker: off of the Town's tax roll if the MBTA ac-
quires it and the amount of taxes currently paid by Cleveland Twist.
7:50 P.M. Board and Committee Interviews
A. Fair Housing Committee - Two Openings/One Applicant
Susan Smith, the only applicant for the Fair Housing Committee, began her interview by
giving the Selectmen background information on herself and stated that she would like to be-
come involved in the community.
Members of the Board of Selectmen asked Ms. Smith questions such as the role she feels the
Fair Housing Committee plays, if she has attended any meetings, and what she hopes to bring
to the Committee.
MOTION: To nominate Susan Smith to the Fair Housing Committee.
(Pasquale- Royle) All in favor. PASSES.
B. Animal Welfare Committee - One Applicant
Susan Talavera, also the only applicant for the Animal Welfare Committee, began her inter-
view by giving background information on herself.
Members of (lie Board of Selectmen asked Ms. Talavera questions such as the number of
animals she owns, the role the Committee plays, what she would like to do on the Committee
if appointed, and if she will be available all year.
{ MOTION: To nominate Susan Talavera to the Animal Welfare Committee.
(Royle- Pasquale) All in favor. PASSES.
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C. Planning Board - Five Applicants /One Position
The following applicants were present for the Planning Board interview: H . Thomas
French, Chris Trombetta, Brendan Faye, and David Hustler. Kenneth Kilburn also applied for
the position, but was unable to attend the meeting because he was sick.
The Planning Board interview began with each of the applicants giving a brief background of
themselves and stating reasons for applying. Selectmen questions followed such as: type of
litigation practiced by Mr. Trombetta, land planning and real estate experience, familiarity
with by -laws, what they could bring to the Planning Board, familiarity with street blueprints, if
they are easily disappointed, what they feel they could do to convince Town to follow the Plan-
ning Board's recommendation, how they would feel about growth as a Planning Board mem-
ber, opinion on open space, any projects the applicants feel may be a conflict of interest,
opinion on a building moratorium, and whether or not they are satisfied with the way the Plan-
ning Board currently handles issues.
Selectman Royle nominated Brendan Fay to the Planning Board.
Votes In Favor: One - Selectman Royle.
Selectman Pasquale nominated Thomas French to the Planning Board.
Votes In Favor: Two - Selectmen Pasquale and Penney.
Clerk Ronald nominated Chris Trombetta.
Votes In Favor: Two - Clerk Ronald and Selectman Robinson.
Due to a tie between Chris Trombetta and Thomas French, a second vote on the two applicants
was taken, resulting in Thomas French receiving three votes from Selectmen Pasquale, Penney,
and Royle, and therefore, was appointed to the Planning Board.
The Selectmen took a five minute break at this time.
4. Ash Property Well Site Discussion with Tata & Howard, Robert Swanson, Town En-
gineer, and David Archard, Assistant Town Engineer
Robert Swanson, Town Engineer, stated that the cost for development of the well site could be
phased over three years with a total increase of 15%.
Paul Howard of Tata and Howard discussed a document which lie handed out to the Selectmen
reviewing the Town's actual water demands, level of Iron and Manganese in Town wells, the
Town's existing water supplies and safe yields, and water department pumping data.
Members of the Board of Selectmen asked Paul Howard of Tata and Howard questions con-
cerning the difference between a well and a well field, when rates would be increased, whether
or not all the wells in the well field will function at one time, increasing rates every other year,
if other well projects will be causing additional water rate increases, relationship of the Ash
Property well site to Attleboro's water supply, whether or not there is much of a cost dif-
ference between one well and twenty -four, treatment of the water for Manganese and Iron, if
the water supply is sufficient for current demands, and effect the old pipes will have on the
quality of the water.
10. Old Business
Selectmen
Selectman Penney asked about the progress of eliminaring the office space at the animal shelter
to make more rooms for the animals. Nrilliani Williams, Town Manager, stated that the office
space will be returned for use by the animal wilt the exception of a sinall space.
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Selectman Penney also asked about the "make -up" of the Cable Advisory committee, when
Class II license requirements would be discussed again, and if any of the other Selectman have
1' a copy of the original Bird Road Agreement for him to make a copy and review.
Selectman Royle asked about the sale of the town -owned lots on Balcom Street and suggested
that the Town put the sale on the Town Meeting warrant.
Selectman Penney suggested that the Board of Selectmen review the list of town -owned land
compiled by Shaun Burke and decide which land the Town should request authorization to sell.
Selectman Royle asked about the status of the Gonsalves property on East Street and asked for
a copy of the Assessor's map, lot, and assessment card on the parcel.
Audit Firm
Discussion followed regarding the audit firm recommended by Larry Gallagher, Town Ac-
countant, and Joan Cutillo, Town Treasurer, and increasing the company's insurability up to
one millon dollars.
Selectman Pasquale thanked everyone for voting in the election and his family and friends for
their support.
11. New Business
Town Manager
William Williams, Town Manager, stated that the ISTEA Grant application has been filed and
that the application was put together by Lorilee Fish and Shaun Burke. Mr. Williams stated
that the Veterans Agent has filed a grant application for restoration and maintenance of
veterans graves. Selectman Penney suggested that the Town check to see if all ISTEA land is
actually town - owned laud.
Mr. Williams also gave an update on the Tobacco Control Grant program by referencing a
memorandum from Carol Sosman to him, dated March 16, 1994.
Next, Mr. Williams stated that the Selectmen would be receiving a draft Affirmative Action
Plan in the near future. Lastly, Mr. Williams requested an executive session at the
Selectmen's next meeting to discuss contract negotiations.
Selectmen
Selectman Pasquale thanked the Town Manager for taking a look at West Street truck traffic,
as he requested at the last Selectmen's meeting and also asked that the Town Manager
request Acting Police Chief Arthur O'Neill to look at speed enforcement on West Street, either
by radar or cruiser presence.
Selectman Ronald stated that he attended a public (rearing Tuesday night held by the Bristol
County Commissioners. The Commissioners were seeking input for services for FY1995 and
will be leaving the written comment period open for a couple of weeks in case the Town
Manager or staff would like to forward written comments to them.
William Williams, Town Manager, stated that he is working on an article to transfer funds in
the existing budget to fund the waste oil storage project. Selectman Royle suggested that
before the Selectmen make any decisions on the waste oil storage project they invite the Health
Agent to a Selectmen's meeting to give his views on the program.
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Selectman Penney offered to be of any assistance lie can with the wasteoil collection project.
Selectman Penney also asked about the status of a request for a stop sign on High Street.
MOTION: To support the Traffic Officer's recommendation.
I' (Penney- Pasquale) All in favor. PASSES.
Chairman Robinson asked if the Selectmen's permission is required before hooking the water
meter back up at the East Common. Mr. Williams' stated that he would take care of it.
Chairman Robinson also stated that the Selectmen's office received a request from Edward
Rosenberg, PER, HLM, Mansfield Elks, for a waiver of the building permit fee to construct
their Lodge home at 125 Eastman Street.
MOTION: To waive the building permit fee.
(Pasquale - Royle) All in favor. PASSES.
Special Town Meeting
MOTION: To open the Special Town Meeting warrant and close it on March 30, 1994 at
12:00 PM.
(Pasquale - Royle) All in favor. PASSES.
Liqueurs and Cordials
A consensus of the Board of Selectmen was in favor of placing an article on the Special Town
meeting warrant to adopt the provisions of Chapter 481 of the Acts of 1993.
12. Adjournment - 10:15 P.M.
Date of Approval
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9. Old Business
Town Manager
Mr. Williams requested the Board of Selee. §men approve two purchase orders, one for $9,800
to re -roof the main roof of the Town Hall and re -roof the Hat roof in the main section and the
other in the amount of $9,938 to remove and replace windows in the Town Hall skylight area.
MOTION: To approve the purchase orders.
( Royle- Pasquale) All in favor. PASSES.
William Williams, Town Manager, referenced an interdepartmental memorandum concerning
Treasurers /Electric Department computer consolidation. Discussion followed concerning the
connection.
Selectmen
Selectman Pasquale stated that Ire would like an update from Acting Chief O'Neill on the Bris-
tol County Lock Up Facility Agreement by May 1, 1994
Selectman Penney stated that the NPDES Permit is a federal program and that he gave a list of
contacts to Bob Swanson, asked about the status of Foxboro tying into Mansfield's sewer, and
asked if lire Town could apply for the DEP Technical Assistance Grant Program to help deal
with hazardous waste sites such as Hathway & Patterson, Compo Chemical, and the Hercules
dump site.
Selectman Royle asked about the status of curbside recycling. Selectman Royle also stated that
the Veterans Agent was awarded a grave restoration grant that he recently applied for
11. New Business
Selectmen
Selectman Pasquale stated that he noticed a police cruiser on West Street enforcing the speed
limit and thanked the Town Manager.
12. Adjournment - 11:05 PM
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Clerk's S' mature Date