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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 10-25-1995BOARD Or SELECTMEN MINUTg,,tq, Pit -: 16 OCTOBER-2 ', it 1. 6:45 PM Executive Session MOTION: To go into executive session to discuss pending litigation and return to open session at 7:30 PM. (Pasquale- Colella) Roll Call Vote: All in favor. PASSES. 2. The open meeting was called to order at 7:50 PM followed by the pledge of allegiance. A. Moment of Silence Town Manager William Williams requested a moment of silence for Mansfield Police Officer Jack McCarthy, who recently passed away. B. Introduction of Tetsuya Ando Japanese Intern Student Mr. Williams introduced Mr. Ando to the Selectmen and to the public. Mr. Ando gave a background of himself. C. Dan Clifford, DPW Director Dan Clifford, DPW Director, stated the reason for his presence at this evening's meeting is to convey a message from Dave Archard, Assistant DPW Director. Mr. Clifford read a letter of resignation from Mr. Archard to the Selectmen. Next, Mr. Clifford explained the transition procedure that will be followed with the resignation of both the Town Engineer and Assistant DPW Director. Selectmen Colella suggested the combining the two positions of Town Engineer and Water Department Manager. Nh•. Williams stated that he feels both positions are needed. D. Ed Sliney, Fire Chief Chief Sliney informed the Selectmen that this date the Town of Mansfield received a $100,000 check from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gonsalves to purchase a new ambulance. The Town Manager, Fire Chief, and members of the Board of Selectmen expressed their appreciation for the gift. 3. Questions and Comments Ralph Penney, 336 Old Maple Sheet, expressed concern about the final plans for the municipal building projects and spoke of his recollection of Municipal Building Committee meetings and the Selectmen's input vs. the final plans. Joe DeGirolamo requested the Selectmen's approval of a street cut permit for 66 West Street and stated that he gave a letter to Selectman Colella this date requesting same. It was explained to Mr. DeGirolamo that the Selectmen's correspondence cut off day is the Friday before the meeting and that the Director of the Department of Public Works may be the only approval needed for the permit. Mr. Williams requested the Selectmen table the request and defer it to Ivh. Clifford. 4. 8:50 PM - Weekly Meeting Business A. Warrant No. 18 - $946,860.00 MOTION: To approve. (Robinson - Pasquale) All in favor. PASSES. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Health items. 5. Town Manager Report A. Discussion with Arthur O'Neill, Police Chief Satellite Parking Lots Clerk Ronald left the meeting for this discussion. Police Chief Arthur O'Neill spoke about satellite parking lots along Route 140 stating that this past season did not provide new information concerning the parking lots because the second lot approved by the Selectmen was not open. The Police Department feels the Town would be better served with no satellite lots because they bring public safety problems that are not necessary. Chief O'Neill also stated satellite lots are in Foxborough because the Stadium does not sufficient parking for its patrons and Great Woods does. Lt. Faye of the State Police Department has invited the Board of Selectmen to visit Foxboro Stadium's traffic situation this Sunday. Lastly, Police Chief O'Neill stated that the public safety problems inside the parking lots will be worsened if more satellite lots are permitted in the area of Great Woods and will worsen traffic back ups on Route 495. Selectmen Discussion Chairman Royle referenced various pieces of correspondence concerning satellite parking areas . Selectman Pasquale stated that he was the main instigator with the review of the parking lots and that he would not have a problem eliminating satellite lots. Selectman Colella questioned the Board's ability to take away the licenses and stated if one is eliminated if both should be. Chairman Royle stated that she would support a motion to eliminate satellite parking lots from Gladiola Terrace to the Norton town line. Selectman Colella suggested that the two open air parking facility license holders be notified that the Selectman is considering this. A consensus of the Board of Selectmen was in favor of sending letters to the two license holders stating that based on public safety issues, the Selectmen will be considering eliminating open air parking facility on Route 140 from Gladiola Terrace to the Norton Town line at their next meeting and that the Police Chief will be present to answer any questions. • Park Row Enforcement Issues Chairman Royle asked Police Chief O'Neill if there would be enforcement problems on Park Row if it is abandoned. Chief O'Neill stated that abandoning Park Row as a public way would allow for the same level of enforcement and would also allow speed bumps to be intalled. • Cormnunity Policing When asked about the success of the community policing program, specifically bicycle partrols, Chief O'Neill stated that it went very well. B. Revised Position Description Assistant to the Town Manager Mr. Williams explained the revisions to the job description for the Assistant to the Town Manager referencing his memorandum to the Selectmen dated October 18, 1995 with the attached description. Members of the Board of Selectmen asked questions concerning compliance with ADA and why the revisions were not made prior to the Assistant being hired. MOTION: To approve the job description for Assistant to the Town Manager as ( presented this evening. (Pasquale- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. C. October 26, 1995 IDC Meeting Assistant to the Town Manager, Christopher Marion, reminded the Selectmen of a joint meeting with the IDC tomorrow evening to discuss the build out study. D. Economic Development Program Strategy Report Mr. Marion informed the Selectmen that he will be working with Tetsuya Ando, Intern, and Shaun Burke, Director of Planning and Development, on streamlining the Town's permitting process. E. Capital Budget Funding Source ounce Mr. Williams asked the Selectmen if they would like a capital budget and if they would like to discuss an amount for it. MOTION: To make a recommendation to the Town Manger that the Capital Improvements Plan budget use a forecast of $300,000 for the upcoming fiscal year. (Pasquale- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. 6. Weekly Meeting Business A. Minutes of October 4, 1995 MOTION: To approve. (Robinson- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. B. Correspondence ACTION: Boards and Committees Memo from the Planning Board requesting the Selectmen make temporary repairs to the private ways within the Eastleigh Estates subdivision and keep a record of the cost of same to be billed against the subdivision surety once the Town acquires the bond Mr. Williams mill ask the DPW Director about when work on the roadways is expected to be done. OTHER: Resident Letter from Joel S. Look, Francis Avenue, requesting the sidewalk in front of the Cleveland Twist and Drill site be made handicap accessible Letter to the Board of Selectmen from the Municipal Building Committee with attached letters of thanks the Municipal Building Committee sent to several individuals Torun Manager and .Staff Letter from Town Counsel to the Board of Selectmen concerning the open Meeting Law Miscellaneous Letter from the West Side Benevolent Society to the Board of Selectmen appealing for contributions for a needy family 7. Selectmen A. Old Business • Special Town Meeting Articles Tabled until next nveek's meeting, which will allow more ren)iew time. Chairman Royle requested a memorandum be sent to the School Committee requesting information on their articles by Monday and also requested a copy of the tax impact from the October 1994 Special Town Meeting to compare the impacts. • Capital Improvements Members MOTION: The appoint Amos Robinson the Selectmen's representative. (Pasquale - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. l o Open Air Parking Licenses Fees (' Chairman Royle stated that she feels the present fee schedule for open air parking facilities is inappropriate and suggested that it be similar to the Town of Foxborough's fee schedule. • FasCop Selectman Robinson inquired about the status of FasCop. • Barrientos /Conley Dog Complaint Public Hearing Selectman Colella inquired about the status of the Barrientos dog complaint. B. New Business o MBTA Chairman Royle updated the Selectmen on a conversation she had with Joe Ditchman, NAMCO concerning MBTA commuter parking. Mr. Ditchman asked if the Selectmen are interested in discussing downtown commnuter parking with the MBTA; a consensus of the Board was not in favor of discussing the issue with the "T ". Chairman Royle also stated that Sally Bruno in Senator Keating's office informed her that the MBTA will be sending out an RFP for commmuter parking expansion in early November. • Route 106 Speed Limit Chairman Royle informed the Selectmen that Mass Highway has denied the Town's request to lower the speed limit on Route 106. • GIS Services Meeting Selectman Robinson summarized a packet of information he gave copies of to the Selectmen concerning Municipal GIS Services which he received at a meeting he attended recently. e Animal Shelter Selectman Robinson stated he would like to get together with the Animal Control Officer to get heat for the dogs in the Animal Shelter. • Newspaper Article Concerning Sewer Selectman Pasquale responded to an article that appeared in the October 24 edition the Sun Chronicle relative to the Town of Norton. • Chaii-inan Royle reminded the Selectmen of a November 4 YMCA Logo race and the United Way's annual meeting. Chairman Royle also asked the Selectmen if they would like to have a discussion with the Board of Health concerning sanitary facilities pertaining to Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts. Selectman Robinson was in favor of scheduling a discussion. Selectman Pasquale suggested a memo be sent to the Board of Health asking if the number of sanitary facilities within Great Woods is within their jurisdiction. Next, Chairman Royle suggested a discussion with the Planning Director be scheduled concerning Class II licenses. Lastly, Chairman Royle referenced a letter the Board of Selectmen received regarding Cleminey Tank asking the Town if it is interested in purchasing the land. A consensus of the Board was not in favor of purchasing the parcel. S. Adjournment - 11:00 PM Clerk's Signature Date of Approval