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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 8-17-1994p;QARD OF SELECTMEtN'S MINUTES �1 SAft00SV,iiQ1994 PRESENT: Acting Chairman Royle, Clerk, Roitajd; and} Selectman Penney William F. Williams, Tot 'u M_ _4fi'age'r�t f 1 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM followed by the pledge of allegiance. 2. 7:35 PM - Commendation - Lorilee Fish, Parks and Recreation Director Lorilee Fish, Parks and Recreation Director, gave a presentation on a community calendar that she had been working on for two years, explained what is offered within the calendar, and thanked all of the sponsors for their support. Members of the Board of Selectmen thanked Ms. Fish and all those who contributed their time. 3. 7:40 PM - Presentation of Town Flag Judith Scott, Town Clerk, Kristin Helmreick, Recreation Department, and Gerry Scherma, Veterans Agent, presented the town flag to the Board of Selectmen, a project which they had been working on for six months. 4. Warrant No. 8 MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 8 in the amount of $473,274.96. (Ronald- Penney) All in favor. Selectman Royle abstained from all Board of Health related items. PASSES. 5. Licenses and Permits Tri- County Beagle Club Three -Day All Alcoholic Liquor License Clerk Ronald suggested that the Tri - County Beagle club consider applying for a club license and that an application be sent to them in the fall. Clerk Ronald also suggested that the Town consider requiring a certificate of liability insurance when granting one -day liquor licenses in the future. MOTION: To approve the license. (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Application for a Bond for Judith Scott, Town Clerk, in the amount of $8,000 MOTION: To sign and approve. (Penney- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. 6. Minutes of July 20 & 27, 1994 MOTION: To approve the minutes of July 20, 1994 (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. A consensus of the Board of Selectmen was in favor of tabling the minutes of July 27 until their next meeting because not all members present this evening were present at the July 27 meeting. 7. 7:50 PM - Joint Meeting with Boards and Committees A. 7:50 PM - Airport Commission Jeff Siena, Airport Commission Chairman, was present for this discussion. Mr. Sienna gave an update on the activities of the Airport Commission, such as the airport runway project and underground flammable liquid storage tanks replacement with aboveground tanks. Members of the Board of Selectmen asked Mr. Sienna questions concerning residents touring the airport grounds, if they have been receiving noise complaints from neighbors, airport operating hours, and removal of the underground flammable liquid storage tanks. B. 8:00 PM - Board of Assessors At Turinese, was present to represent the Board of Assessors in place of Chairman Paul Folkman, who was unable to attend this evenings meeting. Members of the Board of Selectmen asked Mr. Turinese questions concerning the number of abatement requests the Assessors have received, possibility of an open space tax classification, and legal expenses. C. 8:10 PM - Cable Access Board of Directors Lou Ameruso, Chairman, Cable Access Board of Directors, and Sue Hamilton, Treasurer, were present for this discussion. Mr. Amoroso, distributed Cable Access' budget handouts to the Board, which were then dis- cussed. Mr. Amoroso stated that Cable is in the process of renegotiating their lease and have been talk- ing to the schools about putting an office in one of their new buildings to increase their acces- sibility. Mr. Amoroso also expressed interest in talking to the Selectmen about leasing space. Members of the Board of Selectmen commented on and asked the Cable Access Board of Directors questions concerning the number of cable subscribers in Mansfield, establishment of a committee to oversee the Cable license, new programs being offered by Cable, and im- plementation of their accounting procedures. Selectmen Penney commended Mr. Amoroso for the job he has done putting together Cable's budget. 8. 8:00 PM PATNA Class II Continued Public Hearing Harvey Gack of PATNA was present for this meeting. Mr. Gack stated that he recently sub- mitted an application for a Class II license at 1 Fowler Street, which is in the B3 Zone. Mr. Gack's application still need to be reviewed by various Town departments. MOTION: To continue the public hearing to September 14, 1994 at 7:50 PM. (Ronald- Penney) All in favor. PASSES. 9. 8:25 PM Town Manager's Report A. Drainlayers License William Williams, Town Manager, stated that Town Counsel and staff will have the drain - layers license complete for the next Selectmen's meeting. B. Insurance Loss Experience Report Mr. Williams, Town Manager, updated the Board of Selectmen on the Town's insurance loss by referencing a letter from Jeffrey J. Siena, Loss Control Manager of MIIA, dated July 25, 1994. C. Gilbert Street Bridge Communication William Williams, Town Manager, stated that a letter has been sent to Secretary James Kerasiotes stating that the Selectmen would like the Gilbert Street bridge built but would like to reiterate some of the residents' concerns. Selectman Penney suggested that a letter be writ- ten to AMTRAK concerning installation of a gate and construction of stairs leading down to the train tracks. D. Confirmed Fund Balance Mr. Williams stated that the Town Accountant has confirmed that the fund balance for certified free cash as of June 30, 1994 is $603,649.20 and explained where the money originated. E. Capital Plan Mr. Williams, Town Manager, stated that all questions will be looked at concerning the capital plan at the Selectmen's joint meeting with the School Committee scheduled for September 6. Acting Chairman Royle stated that she would like to have a list of agenda items put together for that meeting, that the Selectmen should assure the Town's residents that this is only a proposed plan, and that the final plan will have to be voted on at Town Meeting. Selectman Penney stated that he would like a menu format for all capital projects to be voted on at Town Meeting. F. Southeastern ReeionalSchool Vacancy Town Manager, William Williams, referenced a memorandum from the Town Clerk, Judith Scott, dated August 5, 1994, stating that Louis Tarsa resigned from the Southeastern Regional Vocational School District Committee and that the Selectmen may appoint a representative to fill the position until the November election or they may wait until the election for a represen- tative to be elected. The applicant will have to run for the position via a sticker campaign. A consensus of the Board of Selectmen was in favor of not appointing a person to the Com- mittee but waiting until the election G. Maple Street Sidewalks Next, Mr. Williams stated that he received a request from a Maple Street resident to install sidewalks on the north side of Maple Street from Franklin Street to 558 Maple Street. The resident expressed concern for her son's safety while traveling down Maple Street because he is in a wheelchair. Mr. Williams stated that staff is working on the cost of the project and that he would like to have a meeting with Maple Street residents in September concerning trees which may have to be removed for sidewalk installation. H. Police Chief Selection Process Mr. Williams, Town Manager, stated that he looks forward to the Selectmen's input on the Police Chief's selection criteria before Labor Day. Mr. Williams also stated that he has al- ready received some good input and that some local Police Chiefs will also be contributing to the interview questions. 10. 9:10 PM Road Construction Project Update with DPW Director, Dan Clifford, and Town Engineer, Bob Swanson Dan Clifford, DPW Director, reviewed the process of reclaiming Maple Street, which will hopefully be completed in the early part of next week and binder course will begin in the middle of the week. Mr. Clifford also reviewed the proposed Maple Street sidewalks project, chip sealing Oakland, Maple, Franklin, and East Streets, and crack sealing Route 106. Bob Swanson, Town Engineer, gave an update on the Ware Street sidewalks project, followed by an update on the Jewell Street drainage project, and the Otis Street /School Street intersec- tion project given by Dan Clifford. Members of the Board of Selectmen commented on and asked questions concerning providing our sewer jet cleaner to other communities, Gilbert Street island maintenance, effect of calcium chloride on sidewalks, successfulness of the "Turn on Red After Stopping" signs, time frame for installation of traffic signals at the West Street /School Street intersection, and installation of traffic signs at the East Street /West Street and North Main Street /South Main Street inter- sections. 9:30 PM Clerk Ronald left the meeting at this time. 11. Questions and Comments Karl Clemmey, 390 West Street, expressed concern that last week the Commonwealth of Mas- sachusetts posted two signs on Route 140 directing traffic through Mansfield to enter Route 95 rather than entering Route 95 from Route 495 and showed the Selectmen pictures of the signs. Karl Clemmey also expressed concern of Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts concert patrons trespassing onto his property and requested that Great Woods install a chain link for a distance of approximately one hundred fifty (150') feet to block off an opening between their stockade fences. Next, Mr. Clemmey expressed concern over patrons drinking alcoholic beverages in the Great Woods parking areas. Acting Chairman Royle stated that concert patrons trespassing onto his property and damaging his property is a civil matter. Selectman Penney stated that Mr. Clemmey's concerns will be taken into consideration at the renewal of Great Wood's entertainment license. Selectman Penney also asked if the Acting Police Chief could be asked for a recommendation on a solution to stop drinking alcoholic beverages in the parking areas. Peter DeTrolio, 496 Elm Street, asked what could he done about tine sound levels of the con- certs at the Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts. 12. Correspondence ACTION CORRESPONDENCE Resident Correspondence: Letter from Troy L. Johnson, 18 Riverwood Drive, requesting permission to close Riverwood Drive on September 4, 1994 for a block party with attached recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments MOTION: To approve. (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Letter from Rosemary Dever, 172 York Road, requesting permission to close the Windsor Circle section of Forest Park on September 10 for a block party with attached recommenda- tions from the Police and Fire Departments MOTION: To approve. (Penney- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Board and Committee Correspondence: Letter of resignation from the Recreation Commission from Maryann Panaro- Grady MOTION: To accept Ms. Grady's resignation, send her a letter thanking her for her serv- ice, and post the vacancy. (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Letter of resignation from the Conservation Commission from David Oberlander MOTION: To accept Mr. Oberlander's resignation, send him a letter thanking him for her service, and post the vacancy. (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Staff Correspondence: Memorandum from Judith Scott, Town Clerk, with an attached resignation from Louis Tarsa from the Southeastern Regional Vocational District School Committee, stating that Mr. Tarsa's term was due to expire at the November 8, 1994 election Memorandum from Judith Scott, Town Clerk, requesting the Selectmen set the polling hours for the September 29, 1994 State Primary Election from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM and vote to ap- point an attached list of election workers from September 1, 1994 to September 1, 1995 MOTION: To appoint the the list of election workers and set the polling hours for the September 29, 1994 State Primary Election from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Letter from Landlaw requesting the Selectmen write the Attorney General expressing support for a municipal legislation resource library MOTION: To send a letter supporting their efforts. (Penney - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Miscellaneous Correspondence: Letter from Self Help Inc. requesting that Mansfield and Easton jointly appoint a representative to the Self Help Inc. Board OTHER CORRESPONDENCE Resident Correspondence: Letter from Karl Clemmey to Acting Police Chief Arthur O'Neill concerning motor vehicle violations Letter from Karl Clemmey to Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts concerning concert patrons Letter from Karl Clemmey to Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts concerning Trespassing onto his property by concert patrons Letter from Marydee Flynn, 102 Jewell Street, stating that the State Ethics Commission has determined that she may fully participate in any future discussion or action which may be taken by the Planning Board on Article 12. Board and Committee Correspondence: Memo from the Municipal Building Committee to Donald Nicoletti regarding the Jordan Jack- son heat problems Memo from the Municipal Building Committee to William Williams, Town Manager, regard- ing the West Mansfield Fire Station Memo from the Municipal Building Committee to William Williams, Town Manager, stating that Larry Gallagher did an outstanding job helping their secretary compile financial informa- tion Town Manager and Staff Correspondence: Memo from Arthur O'Neill, Acting Police Chief, to the Board of Selectmen regarding the Eagles Concert Memo from Shaun Burke, Director of Planning and Development, to Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, concern the Appeal of Article 12 of the Special Town Meeting Letter to Amos Robinson from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, concerning Great Woods Inc. et ali v. ZBA et ali Letter to Shirley MacPhee, Assistant Assessor /Office Manager, from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, concerning the dischargeability of excise taxes in personal bankruptcies Letter to Judith Scott, Town Clerk, from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, regarding record- ing the 1994 street acceptances State and Local Government Correspondence: Invitation from the Attorney General to this year's Municipal Forum to be held on October 4 at the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum in Boston Letter to the Board of Selectmen from the Department of Environmental Management regard- ing the National Flood Insurance Program SRPEDD 1994 Annual Report Letter from Ride For Kids containing information regarding the proposed routes, times, and expected number of riders in their annual Ride for Kids Letter from Jill Reddish, Acting Commission, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Community Antenna Television Commission, to Cablevision Industries regarding rate orders and refund plans Letter from Info Line to the Board of Selectmen with their first and second statistical quarterly report Letter from the Hockomock YMCA to the Board of Selectmen concerning fundraising to estab- lish an extension of the North Attleboro Hockomock YMCA in Mansfield AUGUST 3, 1994 OTHER CORRESPONDENCE Resident Letter from Karl Clemmey to the Massachusetts Highway Department regarding curb cut on South Main Street Letter from Karl Clemmey to the Massachusetts Highway Department regarding a curb cut /water permits Letter from Gregory E. Ryding, 796 Maple Street, to the Board of Selectmen regarding an embankment on Bird Road Letter from Edward Flowers, 431 Gilbert Street, to the Board of Selectmen regarding the Gil- bert Street bridge Board and Committee Letter to Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, from the Municipal Building Committee concern- ing their settlement with the HMFH Architects, Inc. Letter to Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, from the Municipal Building Committee concern- ing landscaping at the Jordan /Jackson Elementary School Complex. Memorandum to the Board of Selectmen from the Planning Board regarding the Gilbert Street bridge project Town Manager and Staff Letter to David J. Hatem from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, concerning the HMFH Ar- chitects Inc. Letter to David J. Hatem from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, concerning the HMFH Ar- chitects Inc. Letter to the Planning Board from Robert Mangiaratti, Town Counsel, with an attached peti- tion concerning Article 12 at the April 25, 1994 Town Meeting Memorandum to the Board of Selectmen from Gerald Scherma, Veterans Agent, concerning his daily activities State and Local Governments Letter to the Board of Selectmen from Mayor Judith Robbins, City of Attleboro, in apprecia- tion of the Selectmen granting a waiver of the building permit fee for the water supply system Department of Revenue revised estimated Cherry Sheet receipts and charges for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1995 Department of Revenue Informational Guideline Release i Department of Revenue Division of Local Services Bulletin Memorandum to Municipal Fire Appointment Officials from the Commonwealth concerning Expiration of the Fire Fighter Eligible list Letter from DEP to Merrymount Associates concerning the former Gorham Silver Co., 26 Edgewood Street /South Main Street Letter from DEP to Textron concerning the former Gorham Silver Co., 26 Edgewood Street /South Main Street Miscellaneous Suburban Coalition Position Paper for 1994 /95 Compo Chemical Status Update Letter from CVI to the Board of Selectmen with enclosed supplemental income plan submitted to the Massachusetts State Cable Commission 13. Old Business Selectmen Selectman Penney asked for an update on the Franklin Street /Maple Street intersection im- provements, asked if there has been any thought given to employment of a metermaid, and requested the Town Engineer look into the land use for where the State would like to locate the Williams Street bridge. Acting Chairman Royle stated that she would like to review establishment of a Charter Review Committee, that she feels that the Fall would be the best time to start the process, and that she would like to postpone the "human resources" discussion until a full board is present. 14. New Business Selectmen Acting Chairman Royle stated that she would like to have a family day for all Town employees and Boards and Committees and their families sometime in the Fall and that she would be happy to take charge of the event. 15. Adjournment - 10:34 PM MOTION: To adjourn. (Ronald- Penney)/All in favor. PASSES. 7, `/ !f< Date of Approval