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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 4-5-1995W VP JL'LL`V 11Y1L`1\ - � - MINUTES APRIL 5, 1995 PRESENT: Chairman Royle, Clerk Ronald, Selectmen Pasquale and Robinson, and William F. Williams, Town Manager 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM followed by the pledge of allegiance. A. Warrant Nos. 41 & 41A Warrant No. 41 - $2,470,361.04 MOTION: To approve. (Robinson - Pasquale) All in favor. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Health items. PASSES. Warrant No. 41A - $191,942.83 MOTION: To approve. (Robinson - Pasquale) All in favor. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Heath items. PASSES. B. Licenses and Permits Request for an Auctioneer's Special Permit for April 25 from Keenan Auction Company at 150 Rumford Avenue MOTION: To approve. (Pasquale - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. ( Chairman Royle stated that Great Woods applied for their entertainment license for 1995 and that Selectman Pasquale met with Bruce Montgomery, General Manager of Great Woods. The Great Woods subcommittee will be presenting their recommendations on the license within a couple weeks at a Selectmen's meeting. Due to a stipulation in the Great Woods entertainment regulations which states the renewal must be taken up at the Selectmen's first meeting in April, the following motion was made and voted on: MOTION: To postpone the Great Woods license renewal discussion until April 19. (Pasquale- Robinson) (2 -1 -1) Selectman Robinson Opposed and Selectman Ronald Abstains. C. Minutes Executive Session Minutes of February 15, 1995 MOTION: To approve for content. (Pasquale- Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. MOTION: To release for publication. (Pasquale - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. Executive Session Minutes of March 1, 1995 MOTION: To approve with an amendment which would be an addition to the first sentence in the fifth paragraph after "...Mechanical Inspector" add "and attacks on William F. Williams, Town Manager." and release. (Pasquale - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. MOTION: To approve the following executive session nunutes for content: March 20, 1991, March 27, 1991, April 10, 1991, April 24, 1991, May 8, 1991, September 11, 1 ryyr, 3epteirmer /,:), nyyn, aepremoer no, ivvz, Hprnr i i, rvv/, may ro, rvvl May 22, 1991, June 12, 1991, June 19, 1991, June 26, 1991, September 18, 1991, October 2, 1991, September 16, 1991, September 23, 1991, and March 10 1993. (Pasquale - Robinson) (2 -0 -2) Chairman Royle and Clerk Ronald abstained. PASSES. MOTION: To release (the above minutes). (Pasquale - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. D. Correspondence I. Action Correspondence: A. Board and Committee: Letter of Resignation from the Fair Housing Committee from Marilyn Powers to the Board of Selectmen MOTION: To accept the resignation and send Ms. Powers a letter thanking her for her service to the Town. (Robinson - Pasquale) All in favor. PASSES. H. Other Correspondence A. Miscellaneous: Letter to the Board of Selectmen from Dr. James Barbato, Sterling, MA, concerning overcrowding at a Great Woods content he attended last year Letter to the Board of Selectmen from Cirelli Foods, Inc. concerning the Homestead liquor license 2. 7:35 PM Computer System Purchase Approval Joan Cutillo, Town Treasurer, and Larry Gallagher, Town Accountant, were present for this discussion. Ms. Cutillo, reviewed Purchase Order No. 40433 with the Selectmen to Unisys Corporation in the amount of $246,673.00 for a computer system for the Town. The purchase order does not include cash registers for the Treasurer's office, nor does it include a mail room unit. Town Treasurer Joan Cutillo also stated that the Police Department's system will be a stand alone system. Town Accountant Larry Gallagher stated that he hopes to have the computer system in place by July 1, 1995. MOTION: To approve Purchase Order No. 40433 in the amount of $246,673 for Unisys Corporation. (Pasquale - Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. 3. Sewer Betterment Discussion Robert Swanson, Town Engineer, reviewed responses he received from residents as to whether or not they would like to be tied into town sewer. Mr. Swanson stated that he received no responses from Park Avenue and Morse Court residents, fifteen responses from Morrow and Noonan Street out of seventeen residences (fourteen yes and one no), and two positive responses and three negative responses (all three from the same person) for Dean Street. Mr. Swanson recommended the Board of Selectmen vote in favor- of sewer on Dean Street. Town Engineer Swanson also 2 stateu tnat ne receivea two positive responses ano one negative response trout North Main Street residents. Lastly, Mr. Swanson stated that Morse Court residents will begin construction of sewer lines tomorrow privately. MOTION: To approve the special sewer projects as outlined by Robert Swanson, Town Engineer. (Pasquale - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. MOTION: To approve the amended Article 8 of the Town Meeting warrant. (Pasquale - Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. 4. Questions and Comments Jack Riccio, 347 Mill Street, stated that he feels that the $50,000 insurance bond requirement in the drainlayers regulations is alot of money and requested the amount be reduced. The Selechnen will reviem the bond canount at ct later time. 5. MBTA Train Station Discussion Kathy Coninton, 50 Fox Street, asked why the Selectmen reversed their decision opposing expansion at the downtown commuter station and expressed concern regarding construction of an access road to the site. Chairman Royle summarized a meeting the Selectmen had yesterday with representatives of the MBTA, SRPEDD, and GATRA and explained how the Selectmen reached a consensus to keep the train station at its current location. Selectmen Comments: Selectman Robinson stated that he is not in favor of an additional 800 spaces in the downtown. Public Comment Theresa Verbie, 112 Highland Avenue, expressed concern regarding congestion in the train station area. Michelle Batton, 3 Mary Alice Way, expressed concern that an expansion of the existing train station will create additional traffic. Dean Miller, 679 Elm Street Street, expressed concern regarding the train station being relocated to West Mansfield. Jim Casaza, 26 Draper Avenue, asked who the driving force is to expand commuter parking, if anyone has expressed interest in purchasing the Cleveland Twist property, and expressed opposition to parking expansion. Ann Marie Masterson, Draper Avenue, expressed concern that the Selectmen expressed support for expansion of the downtown station. Judy Quinn, Morrow Street, suggested a lot in the industrial park be reviewed for commuter parking and stated that an expansion of the existing downtown commuter lot will cause devaluation of her house. 3 fire station on School Street as it relates to relocation of a commuter parking area to West Mansfield. Jim Masterson, Draper Avenue, requested the Selectmen request the MBTA come up with another option. Nita Palanza, 22 John Street, expressed opposition to the expansion of the existing station and construction of an access road the station. John Sylvester, Morrow Street, asked why the Selectmen cannot strongly encourage the MBTA construct a conunuter parking area in the industrial park. Board of Selectmen Discussion Following the public's questions and comments, the Selectmen discussed which action they should take next. MOTION: To send a letter to the MBTA stating conditions which would have to be met in order for the Board to support expansion of the downtown station and if all the conditions are met, the Selectmen will take a vote to support expansion of the downtown station. (Ronald - Pasquale) (3 -1) Selectman Robinson Opposed. PASSES. 6. Purchase Order Request William Williams, Town Manager, requested the Selectmen approve a purchase order in the amount of $7,135 for Anvil Iron Works for North Main Street handrails MOTION: To approve. (Pasquale- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. 7. Town Meeting Article Discussion A. Annual Town Meeting ARTICLE DESCRIPTION 2 Income from the sale of electricity be appropriated for the Electric Dept. for FYI 996 expenses Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 3 Money to defray the expenses of Town departments for the ensuing 12- month period beginning July 1, 1995 Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 5 Monday to defray the expenses of the Southeastern Regional School district for the ensuing 12 -month period beginning July 1, 1995 MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) n ARTICLE DESCRIPTION 6 Transfer $670,000 from Wastewater Dep.Trust for Treatment Plant improvements Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) MOTION: To amend the transfer amount to be $250,000. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 7 Appropriate $1,105,000 to construct a new 20" water main from the Foolish Hill Reservoir to North Main Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 8 Appropriate money for the construction of sewer pipe and appurtenances on Dean Street, Morse Court, Morrow Street, Noonan Street, and Webster Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 9 Money for Capital Improvements Projects Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 10 Acquisition of land parcels on Williams Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 11 Rescind borrowing authority on unnecessary balance for Jordan Jackson Elementary School $2,180,000 and Sewer Interceptor Project $1,116,000 Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 12 Appropriate money for the reconstruction of sewer lines Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 5 13 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 Establish a revolving account related to the Mansfield Fire Department's certified hazardous materials technician(s) Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) Money for Household Hazardous Waste Collection $12,500 Sponsor: Board of Health MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) Acceptance of MGL Chapter 73 Section 4 to allow additional real estate tax exemption of 50 percent on certain clauses Sponsor: Board of Assessors MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) Acquisition of a parcel of land on the northerly side of Old Maple Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) Authorization to sell the West Mansfield Fire Station Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) Authorization to sell the Mystic Club Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) Authorization to sell the John Berry School Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) Transfer and Conveyance of Town's right and interest in four residential lots on North White Pine Lane WITHDRAWN Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) C7. 28 Amendment to the General By -Laws, by adding a new Section IX Streets and Sidewalks Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 29 Amendment to the Zoning By -Law to create a new commuter parking overlay zone WITHDRAWN Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 31 Amendment to the Zoning By -Law Section 1.5.17a Lot Width -To be u4thdrem,n by 1'Icuntrng Board at Torvn Mtg Sponsor: Planning Board MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 34 Sidewalks on the east side of Stearns Avenue from East Street to Carriage House Lane Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 35 Sidewalks on north side of Eastman Street from Wexford Drive to East Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 36 Sidewalks on north side of Otis Street from Balcom Street to the Wading River Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 37 Sidewalks on the easterly side of Fruit Street from South Main street to the Municipal airport Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 38 Sidewalks on the southerly side of Balcom Street from the John Berry School to the Wading River Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 7 39 Sidewalks on the northerly side of School Street and Elm Street from Plymouth Street to Otis Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 40 Sidewalks on the southerly side of Creeden Street from Copeland Drive to Central Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 41 Acceptance of Barnboard Road Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 42 Acceptance of Donovan Lane Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 43 Acceptance of Tracy Circle Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 44 Acceptance of Megan's Way Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 45 Acceptance of Jefferson Road Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 46 Acceptance of Longwood Circle Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 47 Acceptance of Rosewood Drive Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 48 Acceptance of Sturbridge Drive M Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. ( (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 49 Acceptance of Joanna Drive Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 50 Acceptance of Beaumonts Pond Drive Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 51 Amendment to the Zoning By -Laws Schedule 4.2.2, Density and Dimensional Regulations, Business and Industrial Districts - Open Space MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (3 -0 -1) 57 Authorization to sell a parcel of land located on the northerly sideline of Pleasant Street Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) B. Special Town Meeting ARTICLE DESCRIPTION 1 Money to defray the expenses of the Municipal government during the remainder of FYI 995 Departmental budgets Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 2 Transfer $1,789.54 to pay for prior year unpaid bills Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) 3 Transfer capital money to the Master Plan Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (4 -0) G fees Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (3 -1) 5 Appropriate money for the construction of sewer pipe and appurtenances on Park Avenue Sponsor: Board of Selectmen WITHDRAWN MOTION: Not to support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 6 Accept MGL Chapter 148 Section 26E (Smoke Detectors) Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 7 Amend the General By -Laws by adding Section XI (Interest on Water and Sewer Bills) Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale - Ronald) (3 -1) 8 Acceptance of Whitetail Lane Sponsor: Board of Selectmen MOTION: To support. (Pasquale- Ronald) (4 -0) 8. Adjournment lerk's Sign ure Date of Approval [s: