HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 8-6-1997TOWN OF MANSFIELD
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 6, 1997
PRESENT: Chairman William Madan; Clerk Dianne Royle; Selectmen Frank
Colella; Norman Mahana; and, Amos Robinson
Richard Boucher, Acting ToNvn Manager
1. Salute the Flag
Chairman Madan called the Meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
• Warrant #5 and 06
• Warrant #5 - $879,999.09 - 7/29/97
MOTION: To approve Warrant #5 dated 7/29/97 in the amount of $879,999.09.
[Royle /Colella] VOTE: 3 -0 -0
(Chairman Madan abstained from all Building Department items
and Clerk Royle abstahred from all Health Department items.)
• Wrnrrant #6- $2,346,903.71- 8/5/97
MOTION: To approve Warrant #6 dated 8/5/97 in the amount of $2,246,903.71.
[Royle /Colella] VOTE: 3 -0 -0
(Chairman Madan abstained from all Building Department items
and Clerk Royle abstained from all Health Department items.)
• Minutes of July 9, 1997
MOTION: To approve the Minutes of July 9, 1997 [Royle /Colella] VOTE: 3 -0 -0
• Licenses and Permits
Drain Layer's License
Canelli Landscapers
The Town Engineer informed the Board that the Application has been completed and all
documentation is in place.
MOTION: To approve this Drain Layers License [Boyle /Colella] VOTE: 3 -0 -0
One Day Beer & Wine License
Tri- County Beagle Club
The Tri - County Beagle Club has requested a one day Beer and Wine License on August 26, 1997
from 12:00 noon until 11:30 P.M.
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MOTION: To approve a One Day Beer and Wine License on August 16, 1997
from 12:00 Noon until 11:30 P.M. for members of the Tri- County
Beagle Club. [RoylelColella]
• Correspondence
VOTE: 3 -0 -0
0 Letter from Joan Sozio, Chair, Foxboro Water and Sewer Commissioners
Re: Tying 28 Main Street into Mansfield's sewer, which is outside of Foxboro's Critical Needs
Area
Mr. Madan explained why this request was not approved.
0 Letter from Joan Sozio
Re: Laidlaiv Landfil Parcel FGxpansion
To limit the expansion of Parcel F, the Mansfield Board of Selectmen will be writing a letter of
support due to the fact they are concerned regarding contamination of the public water supply.
0 Letter from Suzanne Noone, Hockomock YMCA
Re: Waiver of Fee
MOTION: To waive the Town's portion of the fee. [Royle- Coleila] VOTE: 4 -0 -0
0 Letter from Chris Muiphy, Gary D'Anibra, and Ryan O Keefe
Re: Skating Park
This letter was referred to Lorilee Fish, Recreation Director, to look into the appropriate area for
this Park.
0 Memorandum from Lorilee Fish, Park & Recreation Director
Re: Handicapped Parking — Concerts on the Common
The Police Department has approved this request.
MOTION: To approve four (4) additional handicapped parking spaces which
will be specified only during Concerts on the Coimnon. [Royle- Colella]
VOTE: 3 -0 -0
0 Letter.irom Christopher L. Johnson
Annual Rodman Ride for Kids
MOTION: To forward this letter to the Police Chief for his information and approval. VOTE:
3 -0 -0
0 Letter from Stephen Grossman, C141ndustries
Re: Additional Channels
This letter also includes information concerning installation of fiber optics and the changeover of
the system effective September 2, 1997.
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0 Letter ,from Gerard Brassard, 7 Morini Street
Re: Amtrak Fencing
This letter will be forwarded to Amtrak.
0 Letter from George Johnson, 9 Day Avenue
Re: Amtrak Fencing
This letter will be forwarded to Atntrack.
0 Letter from Jean and David Ramsey, Hamilton, MA
Re: Great Woods
This letter is with regard to an incident that took place at Great Woods.
0 Letter from Karl Cletnmey
Re: Public Safety, Great Woods
0 Letterfi•om Karl Clemmey
Re: Parking Lot, Great Woods
Letter from Karl Clenin ey
Re: Zoning Violation
0 Letter f orn Nancy Gray McNeely
Re: Additional Parking Spaces
This letter has been routed to the proper Department Heads for comment. A hearing may be
scheduled once the appropriate Department Heads reply.
0 Letter from Dan Clifford, D.P. W. Director
Re: West Street Opening for Wayf eld Subdivision
Mr. Clifford recommends the Board of Selectmen waive the five year moratorium at this location.
Selectmen Colella did state that two similar requests were turned down prior to this one. Chairman
Madan also felt that each request should be reviewed on an individual basis. This would save the
Town $15,000 and improve this section of West Street. Two manholes would be raised and the
area repaved.
MOTION: To waive the five year moratorium for street opening at 947 West
Street based on the D.P.W. Director memorandum. [RoylelColella]VOTE: 4 -0 -0
Mr. Clifford will be doing this inspection to ensure the work complies with his recommendation.
0 Letter f •om David Malay, 153 Branch Street
Re: Branch Street Sidewalk
The Board reviewed a memorandum from Dan Clifford, Director, D.P.W. This work would
involve Land Takings and Conservation Commission issues. The lot line needs to be identified at
the corner of Branch and East Streets.
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MOTION: To request the Town Engineer develop a plan and cost estimate for
a sidewalk the entire length of Branch Street to West Street.
[Royle/Mahana] VOTE: 4 -0 -0
0 Two letters font Lieutenant George P'iguredo
Re: Parking Violations - Clenaney & McNeely Lots
0 Letter from AH3. RobertMangiaratti to Paul Mantia, Villa Liquors
Re: License Violation
Mr. Madan suggested that in the future the Board of Selectmen issue a time certain regarding
License violations.
0 Letter from Paul Mantia, Villa Liquors
Re: One Day Closure Due to License Violation
Mr. Mantia notified the Board that Villa Liquors will be closed on Monday, August 11, 1997 in
order to execute their suspension.
0 Letter from Robert Morrison, Asst. D.P.W. Director to Bruce Montgome]3; Great Woods
General Manager
( Re: Water Violation
0 Great Woods Sound Reports
0 Letter from Brian 'Yellen, 31 Rivenvood Drive
Re: Block Party
This request has been approved by the Police Chief. The Fire Chief recommends leaving enough
space for emergency vehicles.
MOTION: To allow Rivenvood Drive to be closed on August 31, 1997, rater date September
1, 1997, per approval of the Police and Fire Chiefs.
VOTE: 4 -0 -0
0 Letter from Bella Vista Avenue Residents
Re: Block Party
This request will be forwarded to the Police and Fire Chief.
MOTION: To approve pending Police and Fire Chief approval. VOTE: 4 -0 -0
0 Letter from Cheryl Lynch, 37 Donald Allen Drive
Re: BlockPm7y
MOTION: To approve pending Police and Fire Chief approval. VOTE: 4 -0 -0
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0 Letter j•oru Paul and Darleyne Shea, 29 Shield Street
Re: Roadway and Sidewalk Consmiction
This letter will be fowarded to the D.P.W. Director.
0 Letter fi-onr Katheryn Piens, Mansfield Historical Commission
Re: Condition of the Fisher Richardson House
Skating Park
Several rollerbladers attended the Meeting to discuss with the Board of Selectmen the possibility of
establishing a designated area that could be set aside for skating, i.e. rollerblading, which has
become a recognized sport. Mr. Mahana reviewed what they foresee being done in order to
construct this area. The Board commended the young men and women that attended this meeting
in order to promote this issue.
MOTION: To designate Gary Ambra to serve as liaison between the kids and the Recreation
Commission to investigate possible locations within the Town on Town- onvncd
land for constriction of a skating park. [Mahana/Royle] VOTE: 4 -0 -0
2. Edward Tartufo, Plymouth Street Field Update
Mr. Tartufo provided an update.
MOTION: To work with the Master Plan Committee to see if Rinds are
available to add the remaining report within the Master Plan.
[RoylelColella] VOTE: 5 -0 -0
This report recommends scheduling through Recreation. Some issues may need to be resolved.
3. Question & Comments
Historical Commission - Re: Fisher - Richardson Home
The Fisher Richardson House is 250 years old and the Historical Commission would like to
maintain the structural integrity of the building but, based on the opinion of the Building Inspector,
the building is not sound. The Historical Commission has submitted this building to be included on
the Historical Register. They have requested some repairs be made.
The Tobin Manager will do some research regarding this matter and get further information in
order to find out if there is a source of finding to do the repairs. The Board of Selectmen are
concerned about maintaining the integrity of the building as well as the safety factors that need to
be resolved in order to protect individuals who enter the building.
Peter DeTrolio - Re: Boston Globe Article -- Great Woods
Mr. DeTrolio discussed a few issues contained in this Article.
Scott Bregnard -Re: Mansfield Little League
The Mansfield Little League is in the process of attempting to build a seventh field on Otis Street.
There are no Rinds for this work. Mr. Bregnard will be meeting with Dan Clifford to discuss the
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fact that there are loom piles on Plymouth Street. They would like to take what they need with the
permission of the Board of Selectmen
MOTION: With the agreement of the Department of Public Works, move up to
1,000 yards of top soil piled up on Plymouth Street to Otis Street.
[Mahana/Colella] VOTE: 5 -0 -0
4. Chris Riley, Amtrak Update
Mr. Riley provided a status report concerning this project. There are 29 sites mandated for fencing
throughout the entire project. Mr. Riley has been walking sites reviewing the needs for fencing.
The Board has received numerous calls about fencing, whistles blowing at all hours of the day and
night and concern regarding speeding trains. Mr. Riley did say that calls could go directly to him
at Amtrak (860)395 -2355. Calls can also be made to the Town Manager's office.
The Board of Selectmen would like a fill report from start to finish regarding "everything in
Mansfield" including noise and vibration reports. The Board of Selectmen asked when this will
take place. Mr. Riley thought it would occur nest Spring or Summer. The study includes 40
communities involving over 156 miles. Mr. Colella offered to walk the five (5) males of track
located in Mansfield with Mr. Riley. Mr. Riley will contact Mr. Madan after Labor Day.
5. Recycling Sticker Policy - Mansfield Green
A report was subnnitted. The Board needs to review the entire report prior to approving it. This
will be voted on at the nest meeting.
MOTION: Implement short tern solution as proposed by the D.P.W. Director, no
charge at this point. [Mahana/Colella] VOTE: 4 -1 -0
(Selectman Robinson against.)
6. Old Business
Town Manager
Engineer IL The Job Description was reviewed by the Board. The date it is approved needs to be
added at the bottom of the document. Clerk Royde recommended minor changes. The ToNvn
Manager will hire the individual.
MOTION: To accept as amended. [Royle(Robinson] VOTE: 5 -0 -0
Weekly Water Report: Tata & Hotivard -- Corp. of Engineers — The pennit is awaiting signature
Chairman Madan
Landscaping at Town Hall
MOTION: Hold $5,600 on Landscaping to Town Hall out of retainage. [Royle-
Mahana] VOTE: 5 -0 -0
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Town Hall
There are a number of issues that have not been resolved. The air conditioner is still too loud.
MOTION: Place all incomplete issues on a list, such as the air conditioner, to be
reviewed by the Board at the next meeting and invite the Architect, D.P.W.,
Mansfield Building Committee and Air Conditioner Contractor to come to this
meeting. [Royle/Mahana] VOTE: 5 -0 -0
Selectman Rovle
C117 Back Up Disk: The disk that CVI uses when Cable Chanmel 8 is off line is outdated.
MOTION: To send a letter to C.V.I. asking that back up disks for Channels 6 and 8 be kept up to
date to ensure that notices are current. [Royle/Mahana] VOTE: 5 -0 -0
Selectman Mahana
Water Conservation Program: Selectman Mahana did note that he would like to see a Water
Conservation Program established in order to educate all people.
Outstanding Bonds: Selectman Mahana commended Acting Town Manager Boucher for
reviewing the outstanding bonds held by the Town and making a financial move which included the
reissuing or refinancing of the bonds, resulting in a savings of $500,000 to the Town.
7. New Business
Town Manager
Senior Citizen Tax Program
The Town Manager submitted this information. The Board of Selectmen will review the proposed
program and it will be on the Agenda for the next Meeting.
Toddler Town Playground
There will be a Ribbon- Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, September 3 at 6:00 P.M. at the Toddler
Town Playground facility. The Rain Date is September 10'h. Anyone who would like to attend is
invited.
Selectman Mahana
Repairs and Maintenance of the School Department Administration Building: Selectman Royle
noted that Chairman Madan wrote a letter to the School Committee dated June 8, 1997 regarding
repainting, restaining and repointmg of the School Administration Building.
MOTION: The Board of Selectmen send a Memorandum to the School Department asking
they repaint, restain and repoint the external portion of the School Adnninistration
Building. [Mahana /Robinson] VOTE: 4- 1- 0(Clerk Royle abstained.)
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Chairman Madan SO Lantern Lane - Granite Curb: The Town Manager will direct the D.P.W.
Superintendent to look into this matter.
8. NEXT MEETING
The next Board of Selectmen Meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 20s' at
7:30 P.M.
9. ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION: To adjouni the Meethrg at 1 l:IO P.M. All in Favor. PASSES.
Clerk Date