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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 7-12-1995BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES JULY 127 1995 nC LB ; L : 95 JUL 32 frll 9. 39 H r sir FI „fj ,t_LD PRESENT: Chairman Royle, Clerk Ronald, Selectmen Coltla i5Q&F_ � Colella William F. Williams, Town Manager 1. The Meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM followed by the pledge of allegiance. A. Warrant Nos. 2, 3, 54, & 55 MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 54 in the amount of $343,73310. (Colella- Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Health items. MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 2 in the amount of $201,923.79 (Colella-- Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Health items. MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 55 in the amount of $181,475.12. (Robinson - Colella) All in favor. PASSES. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Health items. MOTION: To approve Warrant No. 3 in the amount of $1,925,612.98. (Robinson- - Colella) All in favor. PASSES. Chairman Royle abstained from all Board of Health items. B. Licenses & Permits Mass Highway - Memorandum of Agreement in the amount of $405,370 MOTION: To sign. (Colella- Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. Local Official Bond from Town Clerk, Judith Scott, in the amount of $8,000 MOTION: To sign. (Robinson - Colella) All in favor. PASSES. Constable Application of John H. Riccio with a comment from the Chief of Police, Arthur O'Neill, stating that Mr. Riccio has a clear record and no negative involvement with the Mansfield Police Department. MOTION: To appoint Jack Riccio as a constable for a three -year term. (Colella- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Application for a Change in Manager from the VFW from Ed Viera to Robert Medeiros with a comment from Arthur O'Neill, Police Chief, stating that the Police Department has no negative comments MOTION: To approve the appointment of Mr. Robert Medeiros as manager of the VFW on Chilson Avenue. (Colella- Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. Letter from Bella Vista Avenue residents requesting a "Right Turn Only" sign be posted at the Winthrop Street parking area or that Bella Vista Avenue be made a "one -way" street, "Slow Children" signs be posted, and speed limit signs be posted on the street A letter from Arthur O'Neill, Police Chief, was attached and stated that the Police Department is not in agreement with making Bella Vista "one -way" and that forcing all traffic to turn right will be more dangerous. Bill Madan, Mansfield resident, requested the Selectmen hold a public hearing on the request prior to voting on it. Chairman Royle responded that maybe when a full Board is present the request could be an agenda item. MOTION: To approve the "Slow Children" sign and speed limit signs. (Ronald- Robinson) (3 -0 -1) Selectmen Colella abstained. PASSES. Request for a street cut permit for 1394 West Street for Bay State Gas MOTION: To table. (Colella -- WITHDRAWN) David Anccard, Assistant Town Engineer, stated that he talked with Bay State Gas and a street cut permit will not be required. C. Minutes MOTION: To approve the minutes of November 30, 1994. (Robinson - Ronald) (2 -0 -2) Selectmen Robinson & Colella abstain. PASSES. MOTION: To approve the minutes of December 14, 1994. (Ronald - -Robinson) (3 -0--1) Selectman Colella abstains. PASSES. Z. 7:15 PM Discussion of Letter form Doug Annino, Tremont Street resident, regarding installation of sewer Doug Annino was present. Mr. Annino addressed the Board stating that five of the residents of Tremont Street would like to extend the sewer line from Smith Way north to 143 Tremont Street and requested the Selectmen's consideration of the following: ( 1. Town to provide sewer pipe, fittings, & lateral connection. 2. Town to provide stone for pipe bedding and backfilling. 3. Town to provide two (2) manholes. 4. Town to provide patching of pavement or at least a reduction in their standards for patching because Tremont Street will be repaved. If the Town could not do the patching of the street, could the residents negotiate and pay the Town for the patching? 5. Could the Town waive the connection fee which would be approximately $290. MOTION: To approve Requests 1 -4. (Colella- Robinson) All in favor. PASSES. MOTION: To waive the $290 connection fee. (Colella- Robinson) WITHDRAWN by Selectmen Colella and Robinson. Mr. Annino withdrew his request to waive the connection fee. 6. 7:45 PM Discussion with Rory Fallon, Waste Management `**Selectman Pasquale entered the meeting at this time. Mr. Fallon gave an update on Mansfield's recycling program and stated that the program will be expanded in approximately six weeks. Mr. Fallon also reviewed what Waste Management will be doing to increase recycling awareness and participation in the community. Members of the Board of Selectmen and the Town Manager asked Mr. Fallon questions concerning changes allowing expansion of the program and the cost to the Town for an increase in the types of recyclables being accepted. 7. 8:08 PM Bombalinis Liquor License Application Public Hearing Jack Riccio and Barbara Riccio, applicants, were present for this public hearing. Clerk Ronald read the public hearing notice. Mr. Riccio spoke about the type of restaurant Bombalini's is going to be and what it will offer. Board of Selectmen Questions and Comments: Members of the Board of Selectmen asked Mr. Riccio questions concerning whether or not the dining area will be separate from the lounge area, total capacity of the restaurant, the boccee court, and areas were drinking will be allowed. Chairman Royle closed the public hearing at 8:18 PM. MOTION: To grant Bombalini's Inc., Jack Riccio, Manager, 54 -56 Pratt Street, a full liquor license. ( Colella- -Pasquale) All in favor. PASSES. 8. Town Manager Report A. Eastman Street Sidewalks David Archard, Assistant Town Engineer, reviewed the project referencing a memorandum from him to the Town Manager, dated July 12. Members of the Board of Selectmen questioned the location of the guardrail. Mr. D'Ambra of the Electric Department responded if the guardrail is relocated adjacent to the street, a telephone line and gas and electric utilities would have to be relocated. B. Hope Street Sidewalks David Archard, Assistant Town Engineer, gave an update on this project referencing a memorandum from him to the Town Manager dated July 12, 1995. Selectman Colella stated that the walk signal at the Chauncy Street intersection needs to be extended. C. Small System Sewer Selecmtan Pasquale stated that he is going to abstain from this discussion because he is a Tremont Street resident and may be requesting assistance from the Town relative to sewer installation in the near future. Selectman Pasquale stepped down from the Board. MOTION: To approve the small systems sewer extension policy as outlined in the Town Engineer's memorandum of June 28, 1995. (Ronald- Colella) (3 -0 -1) Selectman Robinson abstained. PASSES. D. Transportation Improvement Plan Selectman Pasquale returned to the meeting at this time. William Williams stated that SRPEDD is meeting this evening to differ budget projects for another year and that he is not sure what the status of either the Gilbert Street bridge or William Street bridge projects is. qIf J/9 E. Water Conservation Update David Archard, Assistant Town Engineer, stated that the voluntary water conservation program is still in effect on an odd /even basis. Chairman Royle suggested a fact sheet be compiled and distributed with electrical bills. F. Ash Property Update Mr. Archard gave an update on the Ash property. G. Sludge Compost Facility Storage William Williams, Town Manager, requested the Selectmen reconsider and approve a purchase order for Camp Dresser & McKee for the sludge compost facility. MOTION: To reconsider. (Pasquale- - Ronald) (4 -1) Selectman Robinson opposed. PASSES. 9. Discussion with Arthur O'Neill, Police Chief Clerk Ronald excused himself for this discussion. Police Chief Arthur O'Neill gave the Selectmen a report of a Lollapalooza concert he and Lt. Figuerido attended in St. Louis. Discussion among the Selectmen and Police Chief followed concerning the time Great Woods should open the parking lots for concerts, policing the lots if they open early, and review of satellite parking areas in the Great Woods area. MOTION: 'to direct Town Counsel to proceed with the liability requirement for Great Woods for the Lollapalooza concert. (Pasquale - Colella) All in favor. PASSES. 10. 9:42 PM - Cable License Transfer Public Hearing Steve Grossman, General Manager, CVI, was present for this hearing as was Nick Lucci of Time Warner and Ken Spegal, CVI attorney. Clerk Ronald read the public hearing notice. Board of Selectmen Questions and Comments Members of the Board of Selectmen asked questions concerning Time Warner's compliance with conditions of the license, if there will be any major changes made, interests the Town can and can't do on INET, and if there will be any benefits for Mansfield with the change over. Public Comment: Lou Amoruous inquired about what 750 MHz could offer. t D. Water Conservation Update Mr. Williams informed the Selectmen that DPW Director Dan Clifford and Assistant DPW Director David Archard have recommended that the time limitation for outside water use between 5 AM and 9AM be lifted, but that the odd/even requirement remain. Selectman Robinson stated that he would be in favor of allowing watering in the morning and evening, but not midday; Selectman Colella expressed agreement with Mr. Clifford's and Mr. Arcbard's recommendation until November 1, and Clerk Ronald stated that he does not feel outside watering should be allowed during the afternoon, but that he is in favor of staying with the odd/even restriction. MOTION: To go with the odd/even day restriction with a deadline of November 1, 1995, at which time it will be reviewed again. (Colella - Ronald) (3 -1) Selectman Robinson Opposed. PASSES. MOTION: To not allow outside water use from 10am to 4pm until November 1, 1995. (Ronald - Colella) All in favor. PASSES. E. Ash Property Status Mr. Williams, Town Manager, stated that a decision will not be made on purchasing capacity until the capacity study has been completed. 7. Selectmen A. Old Business ® Selectman Colella referenced the Selectmen's September 13 workshop, at which Garden Sheet property and requested a letter be sent to the Benson's stating that the Town does not own the land. Acting Chairman Pasquale made the following statement and requested it be made a part of the written record of this meeting: "Last week at our workshop, Bob Mangiaratti discussed Garden Sheet and advised us that the Town has no ownership or interest in the land at this time." Next, Selectman Colella questioned a statement made by Mr. Clernmey during this evening's questions and comments period regarding fair enforcement of the Town's sewer extension policy. Lastly, Selectman Colella also asked if the Capone "CONSTRUCTION" signs have been removed fi-om Chilson Avenue yet. At this time Mr. Williams explained his understanding of the Town's sewer extension policy, stating that the policy is for individual homeowners not for new developments. • Clerk Ronald suggested that a policy be developed for sheet cut requirements for streets paved with Town funds to parallel the time frame for sheets paved with Chapter 90 funds. Acting Chairman Pasquale suggested input be requested from Dan Clifford, DPW Director. B. New Business e Selectman Robinson suggested the Board of Selectmen start thinking about any changes they may wish to recommend for the Great Woods entertainment next year. Selectman Robinson also suggested the Selectmen sit down with the Board of Health to discuss adequacy of the sanitary facilities at Great Woods. * Selectmen Colella inquired about fixing a railroad crossing over Maple Sheet. Acting Chairman Pasquale made reference to a letter from Arthur O'Neill to Officer John Simpson apointing Officer Simpson Mansfield's M.A.D.D. Officer. A consensus of the Board of Selectmen was in favor of sending a letter of congratulations to Officer Simpson. Acting Chairman Pasquale requested a survey of surrounding cities' and towns' license fees be compiled to better review Mansfield's fees. *The Selectmen took a ten minute break at this time. 8. 9:15 Mansfield Cable Access Board of Directors The following members of the Cable Access Board of Directors were present for this discussion: Bob Varley, Sue Hamilton, Lou Amouruso, and Bruce Glazer. John Caron, Calbe Program Manager, was also present. Mr. Amouruso reviewed Cable Access' 1995 budget with the Selectmen and Clerk Ronald gave an update on resolving cable's reception problem. Also discussed at this time was funding for cable, types of programs shown on the Cable Access channel, and office space for Cable Access. Lastly, Mr. Caron stated that he is still interested in putting together a Government show, which would involve a half hour discussion on a weekly or biweekly basis. 9 9. 9:40 I'M Adjournment MOTION: To adjourn. (Colella- Ronald) All in favor. PASSES. Jerk's nariire Date of Approval Clerk Ronald requested the Selectmen table any action on the license transfer application because he just received additional information today. Chairman Royle closed the public hearing at 10:22 PM to all but written comments, which will be accetped until July 26 at 4pm. 11. Town Manager Report Continued A. Memorial Park Improvements William Williams, Town Manager, referenced a memorandum dated June 28 listing items that need repair at Memorial Park and stated that DPW does not have the funds to do all the repairs. Selectman Pasquale suggested that the groups that use Memorial Park be made aware of the outstanding issues bucause they may want to contribute. B. Train Station Update William Williams, Town Manager, informed the Selectmen that he will be meeting with Joe Ditchman, a Sales Agent for Cleveland Twist, tomorrow. Cleveland Twist Drill is proposing to create a commuter parking area on a their downtown property. Chairman Royle and Clerk Ronald will attend the meeting. 12. Selectman Old /New Business • Open Air Parking Facility Licenses Chairman Royle stated she thinks the license fee for open air parking facilities should be based upon a per spot basis. This will be discussed in a workshop. • Great Woods Sound Report Chairman Royle stated that she would like some sound companies to meet with the Board of Selectmen to talk about sound from Great Woods and to learn more about it. The Great Woods sound reports will be discussed at a future meeting earlier in the evening. • Great Woods Concert Ending Time Selectman Robinson referenced a memorandum from Lt. Figuerido to Police Chief Arthur O'Neill concerning the Yanni Concert continuing approximately 10 minutes past 11:00 P1VI. Selectman Robinson stated that he is upset that Chairman Royle told Great Woods that it was ok for them logo past 11:00 PM. A MOTION: To call Great Woods in for a public hearing to discuss the Panni Concert continuing past 11:00 PM on June 24, 1995. (Robinson - Colella) All in favor. PASSES. ® Gonsalves Property Selectman Pasquale referenced a letter from the School Committee asking the Selectmen to continue pursuing the purchase of the Gonsalves property and stated that he would like to discuss this with the School Committee and that it should go back to Town Meeting for a vote in the fall if it is not going to be used for the schools. ® Great Woods Trading Bee Selectman Pasquale referenced a letter from Susan Jacobs, Town Counsel, concerning the South Shore Antique Auto Trading Bee at Great Woods, dated July 11, 1995, and requesting a letter be sent to Bruce Montgomery request he send a detailed request to the Selectmen regarding the Trading Bee nest year. • Park Row Water Main Selectman Colella asked who paid for the watermain line at Park Row. ® Municipal Building Committee Bill Selectman Royle referenced a memo from the Municipal Committee requesting the Selectmen pay a bill in the amount of 4327.05 from Keyes Associates for Gonsalves property surveying. Chairman Royle stated that she feels the services billed for were part of the school renovation project. Selectman Pasquale suggested the Municipal Building Committee put in a Reserve Fund Transfer request to pay for the bill. ® East Street Traffic Plow Chairman Royle inquired about a letter from Dr. Nicoletti to the Board of Selectmen regarding modifying the traffic flow on East Street. Mr. Williams responded that the Police Chief is reviewing traffic flow. 13. Adjournm(entt - 11:20 PM Clell s Signatcrre Date df)Appvoval