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Minutes
May 6, 1998
Present: Chairman Madan, Clerk McCarter, and Selectman Robinson
John D'Agostino, Town Manager
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM followed by the pledge of
allegiance.
A. Warrant No. 45 - $2,008,243.24
Motion: So moved.
(McCarter - Robinson) Chairman Madan abstained from all Building
Department items, and Clerk McCarter abstained from all Recreation
Payroll items. All in favor. Passes.
B. Minutes of April 29
Motion: So moved.
(McCarter - Robinson) All in favor. Passes.
C. Licenses and Permits
Application of 875 South Main Street Realty Trust for an Open Air Parking Facility
License Renewal — 400 Spaces
Motion: Move to approve the open air parking license.
(McCarter - Robinson) All in favor. Passes.
Mr. D'Agostino stated he would be reviewing open air parking facility fees on Friday and
would also like to submit proposed open air parking regulations for the Selectmen's
consideration.
Mr. D'Agostino also stated during a capacity violation hearing last year for the open air
parking facility at 875 South Main Street, the Board of Selectmen voted to suspend the
license for one day to be determined at a later time. Mr. D'Agostino listed the dates the
licensee proposed for the suspension, May 30, June 21, July 7, or July 9.
Members of the Board of Selectmen questioned the performers at Great Woods,
Fleetwood Mac, during the September 19 license violation and the number of attendees at
the performance.
Motion: To implement the suspension on June 12, 1998, the day of the Stevie
Nick's concert.
(McCarter - Robinson All in favor. Passes.
Bertucci's New All Alcoholic License Certificate and Great Woods Inc. transfer to LMW,
( LLC Wines and Malt License Certificate
Motion: So moved to sign.
(Robinson- Madan) (3 -0) Passes.
Application of Team Development Corporation for a Drainlayers License and positive
recommendation from the Town Engineer Lee Azinheira
Motion: So moved to approve.
(Robinson McCarter) All in favor. Passes.
D. Correspondence
Action
Board and Committee
Memorandum from the Conservation Commission requesting the Selectmen endorse an
attached conservation restriction granted to the Natural Resources Trust to be placed on
the recently acquired Great Woods parcels
Motion: So moved to sign.
(Robinson - McCarter) All in favor. Passes.
Town Manager and Staff
Memorandum from Helen Christian, Town Clerk, requesting the Selectmen appoint a
federal census liaison and suggesting either Lee Azinheira or Shaun Burke for the
appointment
Motion: So moved to appoint Shaun Burke.
(Robinson - McCarter) All in favor. Passes.
State & Local Government
Letter from SRPEDD requesting the Selectmen appoint a delegate to the SRPEDD
Commission William Ottaviani is presently the Selectmen's representative.
Letter from SRPEDD requesting the Selectmen appoint a representative to the Joint
Transportation Planning Group Officer Lmvson is presently the Selectmen's
representative.
Miscellaneous
Letter from Ed Rosenberg, Mansfield Lodge of Elks No. 2633 requesting a waiver of a
$25.00 Water Department fee
Motion: To waive the twenty -five dollar fee for the Elks.
(Robinson - McCarter) All in favor. Passes.
Letter from Ralph Cataloni, Senior Vice Commander, VFW, requesting a parade permit
for Monday, May 25, 1998, and inviting the Board of Selectmen to participate in the
parade This request has been forwarded to the Police and Fire Chiefs for review.
Other
( Board and Committee
Memorandum from the Municipal Building Committee requesting the Selectmen publicly
announce the Robinson School baseball field has recently been reseeded and is not ready
for use by either organized sports or pick -up play
Town Manager and Staff
Memorandum from John D'Agostino, Town Manager, concerning the South Common
renovation project
Memorandum from John D'Agostino, Town Manager, requesting, on behalf of the
Municipal Building Committee, a clarification of the Selectmen's previous vote to waive
the town's portion of fees associated with the Qualter's School project to include the
plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and public safety permit fees and all connection fees 'Phis
ivas voted at last week's Selectmen's meeting.
State and Local Government
Letter from Garth Patterson, Congressman Barney Frank's Office Manager, with enclosed
joint statement of Congressman Frank and McGovern presented to the Appropriations
Subcommittee on Transportation on March 31, 1998. The statement requests increased
funding for installation of parameter fencing along the high -speed rail line running through
Mansfield
Miscellaneous
Cablevision Industries forms 200 and 400 for the period ending December 31, 1997,
which have also been forwarded to the Department of Telecommunications and Energy,
Cable Television Division
Conservation Commission
2. Questions and Comments
Tom Prestwhich, 4 Shadybrook Lane, stated that he shares the concerns expressed by a
resident recently regarding a swap meet at Great Woods and the vendors' payment of
taxes. Mr. Prestwhich stated he hopes the Selectmen would consider initiating license
fees and taxes for the exhibitors by requiring business licenses. Licenses are presently
required for exhibitors in Boxborough, Brimfield, and Auburn. Chairman Madan
requested the Town Manager gather information on Mr. Prestwhich's suggestion.
Dan Clemtney, 875 South Main Street Open Air Parking Facility Licensee, asked why the
Selectmen did not suspend his license on any of the dates he proposed.
Karl Clenvney, 875 South Main Street Open Air Parking Facility Licensee, expressed
concern with his license being suspended by the Selectmen as well as with other actions of
the Board.
Chairman Madan stated he, Selectman Mahana, Clerk McCarter, Finance Committee
member Bernie O'Malley, and the Town Manager toured the Peabody transfer station last
week and that after the visit he still needs a lot more information. Clerk McCarter stated
that he would continue to keep an open mind on this issue but that he is not overly
impressed with the station visited in Peabody.
3. Old Business
A. Town Manager
• The dog involved in biting Alan Carson's daughter a couple of weeks ago is still
quarantined and may be put to sleep. Mr. D'Agostino spoke to Police Chief O'Neill
about the lack of response Mr. Carson's received from the Police Department when
reporting the incident and has been assured that the individual involved has been
spoken to.
• The water and sewer enterprise accounts are scheduled for vote at Town Meeting on
Monday. Copies of a report on enterprise accounts prepared by Woodcock and
Associates have been provided to each board member and will be made available at
Town Meeting.
B. Selectmen
• Selectman Robinson suggested that it may be time to look at the Town's dog by -laws,
to tighten them up and re -look at the fine structure. Town Manager D'Agostino
suggested bringing the request to the Animal Welfare Committee for the members'
consideration.
4. New Business
A. Town Manager
• The South Common Beautification project is progressing and the Town is accepting
donations. Betty Amicone DPW Office Manager has been appointed the coordinator
for dissemination of information and accepting donations for lighting, benches, trees,
and receptacles. Completion is anticipated by Memorial Day.
B. Selectmen
• Selectman Robinson inquired about the status of the Town Hall's air conditioner, and
asked if any responses had been received to his request for a meeting on May 28 to
discuss parking relative to the East Street school complex.
C. Town Manager
• Town Manager D'Agostino reported that the Municipal Building Committee
Chairman, Richard Feeley, would be in attendance at next week's Selectmen's meeting
to discuss a number of change orders for the Robinson School project.
• The Police Department's grand opening celebration will be this Saturday, May 9, from
IOam to Ipm.
• The Recreation Department Fishing Derby is also scheduled for this Saturday, May 9.
• Mr. D'Agostino requested a vote of the Board of Selectmen to establish a gift account
for donations received for the South Common Beautification project.
Motion: To establish a gift account for the purpose of beautification of South
Common to purchase, trees, receptacles, benches, and light posts.
(McCarter- Robinson) All in favor Passes.
5. Adjournment - 8:35 PM
Motion: To adjourn.
(McCarter- Robinson) All in favor Passes.
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