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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 9-11-1996Board of Selectmen Minutes September 11, 1996 Present: Chairman Madan, Acting Clerk Pasquale, Selectmen Colella and Robinson Christopher Marion, Assistant to the Town Manager William F. Williams, Town Manager 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30pm followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. MOTION: To make Selectman Pasquale acting clerk.(Colella/Robinson) 4 -0 -0 A. Warrant No. 12 - S 521,939.26 MOTION: To approve. (Robinson/Colella) (Chair Madan abstained from Building Department items) 4 -0 -0 B. Licenses and Permits Drainlayers License for Bodio Builders - MOTION: To approve as requested (Pasquale/Robinson) 4 -0 -0 One day auction permit - September 19, 1996 - Ed & Delores Benson MOTION: To approve the one day auction license for Ed & Delores Benson for September 19, 1996 at the Mansfield VFW. (Colella/Robinson) 4 -0 -0 C. Minutes of August 28, 1996 MOTION: To approve as written. (Colella/Robinson) 4 -0 -0 D. Correspondence • Letter of resignation from Peter Foutanini from the Board of Health MOTION: To accept the letter of resignation with deep regret. (Pasquale / Colella) 4 -0 -0 NOTE: Mr. Fontanini has served the Town for over 15 years Letter from Felicia Walker & Concerned Citizens of Mansfield Depot concerning the "5 on 5" and "3 on 3" basketball leagues, fair treatment to all individuals and to all teams, and asking why the trophies were returned to the manufacturer. (This has been horned over to the Police Dept. for investigation and they will respond back to the Board) • Letter fi-onr James Bilodeau, 15 Lancashire Drive, concerning Alladan Kennels • Letter from Steven Wise, Alladan Kennels representative, concerning Mr. Bilodeau's petition. Board of Selectmen minutes - 9 -11 -96 3. Questions and Comments Selectmen Pasquale noted that Selectmen's Secretary Tracy Pereira has the evening off and MBC Secretary Maureen Doherty is covering for the evening Chief Arthur O'Neill, Police Department - commented on the poor condition that the High School parking lot was left in by the contractors. He stated that Michael Ahern, DPW, took swift action in rectifying the situation. The Chief asked that a letter be written by the Board and placed in his personnel file. ('The Tmvn Manager rvill handle) Chief O'Neill also commented on the situation at the Great Woods with pedestrian traffic on State Property. It was an experiment and the Chief did not want the pedestrians to cross three lanes of traffic. He stated that individuals have the right to access the State Property. This practice was discontinued. 4. Town Manager Report The Town Manager would like to commend the staff and in particular, Chiefs O'Neill and Sliney, Town Engineer Azinerha, members of the Finance Committee, school staff and members of the Municipal Building Committee, for all their hard work on the Special Town Meeting. Letter of Commendation from Fie Chief Sliney & Deputy Chief Bellavance for the following file fighters: Buck, Bellavance, Devine, Jackman, in their outstanding performance with the accident victim on North Main Street. Due to their prompt action the victim survived. The Town Manager also stated that thanks should be given to the Police, Fire, DPW, and Light Departments as well as the MEMA volurrteers for all thew hard work and good coordination during accidents, storms and other emergencies. Plans are underway for aerial ladder to be shipped within a week to America LeFrance for evaluation. No work will be done until a written report has been received and reviewed by the appropriate parties. The Chief of Police will look into police staffing analysis prior to budget submittal on 11- 15-96. Tire Town Manager read a directive to Chief Sliney stating that the opinion of Town Counsel gives the authority of the location of the Chief to the To%%u Manager. The Town Manager stated that the Chiefs office will remain at the North Main Street Station and that the Chief submit a personnel plan for the new West Mansfield Station. Board of Selectmen minutes - 9-11-96 Request for $162,594 for granite curbing from Mr. Clifford, DPW Director on Union Street, It complies with the standard specifications for the subdivisions. The sidewalks in this area are deteriorating. MOTION: To authorize the Purchase Order for the granite cubing. (Pasquale/Robinson) 4 -0 -0 Selectman Colella stated he heard complaints from residents on Union Street about the bumps at the end of their driveways. This will be reviewed on a case by case basis. In regard to adult entertainment regulations, the Town Manager will be working with Town Counsel to establish guidelines and procedures. Clarification was requested on the antenna zoning bylaw regulations and special permitting article. (it's not uncommon for businesses to have trnvers of 60+ feet.) Town Clerk Scott confirmed failed that the article failed 63 - 39. Overtime analysis and final draft of personnel review have been forwarded to the Selectmen for their review and comments. Sept. 18, 1996 is the date set for the Camp Dresser and McKee (CDM) review. Sewer moratorium will still continue 5. Finance Committee Interviews Applicants: Donna Sennott*, Bernard O'Malley, Philip Giangarra *Donna Sennet was not in attendance Applicants introduced themselves and stated their qualifications and interest in applying for FINCOM. Phil Giangarra stated his community dedication and fiscally conservative viewpoint. Bernie O'Malley -gave his personal history and his community involvement and business responsibilities. He has budget experience and government knowledge from serving on the school committee. The Selectmen asked the candidates questions concerning: their ideas on what they would contribute to FINCOM, how they would prioritize budget allocations, how rapid growth and planning would affect FINCOM, and schedule availability. The consensus of the Board was that it was difficult to choose because they were both qualified applicants and there was only one position. Selectman Colella nominated Bernard O'Malley - he received two votes Selectman Pasquale nominated Philip Giangarra - lie received two votes. Applicants will come back in two weeks when Selectman Malrana returns from vacation Board of Selectmen minutes - 9 -11 -96 Selectman Colella stated he felt like he won megabucks because Selectman Pasquale agreed with him on sewer installations. 6. NYNEX Aboveground Storage of Diesel - Public Hearing The public hearing opened at 8:50pm. The Clerk read the Notice of Public Hearing for the record. In accordance with the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 148 Section 13, the Mansfield Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, September 11, 1996, at 8:30pm on the application ofPennoni Associates Inc. for NYNEX to store up to 2,500 gallons of flammable fluids, diesel oil, underground at 8 Bristol Street, Mansfield, MA. (The Chair stepped down from this hearing as he holds this type of license and passed the gavel to the Clerk) In attendance for the applicant was Russel Barton, geologist, for Pennon Associates and Peter Brunel], site manager for NYNEX. Note for the Record: Mr. Barton stated that diesel is a combustible fuel and not a flammable fuel. Lt. Sarro, Mansfield's Fire Prevention Officer, stated that there were no problems with granting the license but asked that the license be restricted to heating and emergency generator purposes only. The application falls into a gray area of the code (CMR -4 - CAIR -14) and they preferred to apply for the license instead of a special permit. There are two tanks that will be removed and a new upgraded tank will be installed. Lt. Sarro stated that he would prefer to have one tank, instead of the two that are there now. Selectman Colella asked if everything was in order. Lt. Sarno stated that everything was in order. Selectman Robinson reviewed the location. Questions and Comments from the Public: Henry Maurer - 8 Samoset Ave - Asked to review the plans and location of the tank. He stated that he had no problems. The Town Manager had no comments fiom Town Staff. The Clerk closed the hearing at closed 9:00pm. MOTION: To approve the license for one tank and to restrict the license as requested by the Fire Department that the fuel is only to be used for the back -up generator and heating. (Robinson/Colella)3 -0 -0. Borroni Dog Complaint Public Hearing In attendance for the heating were Deborah & G. Robert Bristow, Mr. & Mrs. Tonl Borroni and Jeff Collins, Mansfield's Humane Officer. Mrs. Bristow, complainant, stated that she has been a resident of 7 Farm Pond Road for approximately one year. She stated that there were many problems with barking dogs. Board of Selectmen minutes - 9-11-96 Instead of speaking to the parties involved she chose to can the Police Department for assistance. Mr. Bristow stated that they had logged in over 40 calls to the Humane Officer. Mr. Tom Borroni stated that he had two complaints from June and July. He stated that this was not his dog barking and it is some other neighborhood dogs are barking. Mr. Borroni also stated that he has lived there over 20 years without a prior complaints Jeff Collins stated that he has taken many trips down to the site and he has heard dogs barking over the phone and that it was very annoying. However, in his numerous trips to the area he has only heard the dog on the phone but not in person. He was unable to resolve this and has referred this problem to the Board for resolution. The Clerk read the letter from Mrs. Alice Armstrong, direct abutter to Mr. Borroni, expressing her support and failure to hear his dog barking. Questions and Comments from the Public: Robert Armstong, 134 Branch Street - commented on the lack of noise from the BorronPs dogs. Peggy Capinno, 128 Branch Street - next door to Borroni's - commented on the deer in the woods and the dogs may on occasion bark at them. However, she stated that she is the closest neighbor and has not heard their dogs bark excessively. She stated that the dogs are protection for the neighborhood and they are not a problem. Dennis Lynch, 110 Branch Street - a dog owner - stated that there is an open field and there are several dogs in the neighborhood and he does not like barking dogs either. He stated that it is not the Borroni's dogs that are barking. Mr. Borroni asked how they can be sure it's his dogs that are barking? Mr. Borroni stated that he brought his female in for two weeks, the male does not come in the house at all. Selectman Robinson commented that this is a difficult decision. He would like to determine who's dog is barking and would like to make a resolution. Maybe there is a solution that can be made such as bringing the dog in at night. There are many conflicting reports. Selectman Colella stated lie would like to have a nickel for each complaint - (Other selectmen pass nickels to Selectman Colella) This is a very difficult solution. He commented on letter from Mrs. Armstrong's letter. He would like to see the dog officer and the two parties involved to work out the solution. It appears to be a neighborhood Board of Selecunen minutes - 9 -11 -96 problem. Have Jeff review the neighborhood for the next thirty days and recommend a solution. Chairman Madan did a spot check on the dogs and he did not notice the dogs. A neighbor, Mr. Capinno, stated that on occasion that the dogs do bark at animals at night but it was not a problem.. It was the consensus of the Board to have the Bristows can when the dog barking is a nuisance to call and recommends that the neighbors try to work it out. It was not conclusively determined whose dog was barking. The humane officer will be monitoring the problem too. The Chair closed the public hearing at 9:36pm. 8. Selectmen • Old Business Selectman Colella asked about the status for a sign request for the sigbt impaired person in East Mansfield. Selectman Pasquale -Cable access corporation audit. An individual has been hired, B. Kennedy, and he has not been able to receive the requested information to date. He's looking for three years of history. Town Managers contract - review committee is in agreement with Town Counsel. • New Business Selectman Pasquale stated that a policy should be developed for billing and accounting of Police and Fire Department Details should be developed by the Assistant to the Town Manager, Town Accountant and Treasurer. Comments from the Selectmen included that requests for details should be denied when the applicant is more than 10 days late in payment and that another detail will not be authorized until payment has been received. Additional comments included requiring a deposit and 30 day payment period. MOTION: To develop a policy on police and fire department detail procedures with the comments noted by the selectmen included. Amendment: To require payment for details within 30 days (Robinson) (Pasquale /Colella) 4 -0 -0 Selectman Pasquale also stated that he has received complaints about the way the school department is handling the requests froru civic groups to sell food and other items at Town Meeting, Memorial Park or other school related buildiugs. Selectman Pasquale asked to have the Boards permission to meet with the School Department to discuss this policy. He also noted for the record that lie is personally involved with the Lions Club and Boy Scouts but lie will make this inquiry in regards to all civic groups. Board of Selectmen minutes - 9 -11 -96 MOTION: To allow Selectman Pasquale to meet with the School Department to discuss this school policy .(Pasquale /Colella)4 -0 -0 Selectman Pasquale asked for written comments from the Board and the public to bring forward when he meets with the School Department. Selectman Robinson stated that the next Light Commissioners meeting is 9/16/96 the agenda's will be sent. He also asked about extended hours at the recycling center for the collection of leaves this fall, the snow equipment and the street sweeper. Chairman Madan asked about the status of the salting memos and the involvement of the legislatures to help with establishing low salt areas on the highway area near the wells. The Chair asked about the Water Main Project - Foolish Hill and for a status report for next meeting including the budget reports - there was an indication that this may be project may be running over budget. Selectman Colella stated that an Angel Street resident had concerns over the trains idling and the fumes are permeating the neighborhood homes. It was determined it was Conrail The Army Reserves - have inquired about work - Bike Trails, Plymouth Street: the labor is free but the Town would have to supply materials.. Selectman Colella also stated that he toured some DPW work and recommends that they should be commended for their hard work. The work behind the recycling department is a tremendous undertaking. Chair Madan concurs on this. There needs to be a sidewalk rehabilitation project. Selectman Robinson stated that the Bristol Country Selectmen's regional meeting - is scheduled for October 17,1996, at the Mansfield Holiday Inn. Adjournment MOTION: To adjourn at 9:40pm. Unanimous Clerk s Sigrrature Date of Approval Board of Selectmen minutes - 9 -11 -96