HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 3-1-1995BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES
MARCH 1, 1995
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PRESENT: Chairman Robinson, Clerk Ronald, Selectmen Pasquale, Penney, and Royle
William F. Williams, Town Manager
1. The workshop was called to order at SJOPM
2. Police Department Budget Review
Chief Arthur O'Neill met with the Selectmen to review his revised budget. Chief
O'Neill gave an overview of the reductions in the budget. The Police Department has
made almost $80,000 in strategic reductions
Selectmen Comments: Conuuents and questions from the Board included, percentage
of ticket fines being returned to the town, seasonal support, increases in salary due to
promotional and contractual agreements, detail at the train station, unscheduled and
scheduled overtime costs.
3. Building Department - Survey, review of fee schedules
Mr. Betram Cook, Inspector of Buildings/Zoning Enforcement Officer presented the
Board of Selectmen with the proposed fees for building, plumbing and electrical
permits. The fees were reviewed based upon the survey fees in surrounding towns.
Mr. Conrad LaJoie, plumbing inspector and Mr. Dave Conley, electrical inspector
discussed the fees associated with their areas. The position of mechanical inspector was
also discussed, this position is similar to the other local inspectors. This position was
created legally in accordance with the statute. The fee schedule, job description and
position were approved by the Board of Selectmen. The position was approved at Town
Meeting. As required by the Conunomvealth of Massachusetts, an individual in the
position of mechanical inspector must be certified within 18 months. This is similar to
the role of an assessor. The position of mechanical inspector is currently open an
applicants may apply through the Town Manager's Office.
4. Sewer Betterment Project - Morse Court / Perkins /Webster/Morrow/Dean /Noonan
Mr. Bob Swanson, Town Engineer, has delivered the notices for the public hearing on
the sewer betterment project The public hearing is set for March 8,1995, prior to Town
Meeting.
5. Additional Sewerage for Foxborough Business Park/Housing Authority
Mr. Bob Swanson, Town Engineer, discussed the request from the Keller Company to
purchase additional sewer capacity at the Mansfield Waste Water Treatment Plan.
Keller Company has offered to help with the Inflow and Infiltration Improvements (I 1)
that the town is looking to implement. The Foxborough Housing Authority has also
requested a sewer connection. They are located outside the critical area.
Selectmen Comments: Comments from the Selectmen included charge for sewerage,
increase in flow, one time charge or on going charge, reduction of sewer rates for
Mansfield residents, pipe replacement, sealants and other connections.
6. Municipal Budget Review
The Municipal Budget has been revised and it very close to the limits of Proposition 2
and 1/2. The Board expressed the opinion that the entire budget must come in within
the limits of Proposition 2 and 1/2. An override would not be supported. The services
of the Town will be maintained at the current level. Mr. Williams will continue to work
with the School Department to reduce their budget. The Finance Committee and the
Board of Selectmen need to have a meeting prior to Town meeting to review the position
of the Board.
7. Polling Hours - March 20, 1995 7:OOAM - 8:OOPM
MOTION: To set the polling hours for March 20, 1995 from 7:OOAM - 8:OOFM
(Pasquale/Royle) 5 -0 -0 PASSES
8. Adjournment- 10:15PM
MOTION: To adjourn (Pasquale/Royle) 5 -0 -0 PASSES
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Date of Acceptance