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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSELECTMENminutes12222010 Town of Mansfield Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 22, 2010 Present: Chairman Kevin Moran, Vice Chairman George Dentino, Selectman Jess Aptowitz, Selectman Olivier Kozlowski, William Ross, Town Manager Absent: Clerk Douglas Annino Airport Commission Carl Lambrecht, Denwood St. resident. He has been a member since 2005 and wishes to continue service on the Commission. His primary focus is ensuring the airport is accessible and beneficial to pilots and non-pilots alike. Rodney Stearns, Union St. resident. Life long resident of Mansfield and would like to see the airport master plan carried forward. He is retired now but has commercial pilot and business management background. He was also an aviation safety officer while serving on active duty in US Navy. He has also served as Chairman on past airport commissions. Robert Andrews, Fruit St. resident. Has been a member since 1986 and to continue and ensure the airport and its operation remain safe and a good neighbor to the town. He works for US Airways and as such is well versed in FAA, other government agency rules and regulations. Paul McDonough, Ware St. resident. He lives a t mile from airport and has significant professional engineering experience in airport development and rehabilitation. He works for Louis Berger Group as a Sr. Airport Project Manager and as such has working knowledge of FAA, other government agency rules and regulations. Selectman Kozlowski asked the candidates how best the airport could serve the town. Mr. Lambrecht stated that local businesses, in addition to the Comcast Center/PGA in Norton use the airport. He would like to continue advertising the airport to the community. Mr. Stearns likes the fact that the airport is a small community airport and does not see it expanding much. Mr. Andrews stated that he would like to continue drawing pilots to the facility. Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 22, 2010 Mr. McDonough would like to see the hangers updated. He also agrees with the others that it is a small airport and will most likely not expand much. Safety concerns are a big issue with the FAA and he has been closely monitoring that issue. Mr. Andrews then stated that the airport commission has been working with the abutting residents to see if they can get some of the surrounding trees cut down to improve safety measures for the pilots. All the candidates agree that the hangers and terminal building need work or replacement soon. The commission is currently working on updating the airport master plan. Mr. Lambrecht stated that Mr. McDonough is correct in the fact that the FAA puts a high priority on safety measures. As such, FAA funding starts at the runway and expands out through the facility. Selectman Aptowitz has read all the applications and stated that all four candidates are highly qualified. He wishes there were four spots available on the commission, however there is only two. Selectman Aptowitz then asked the candidates if there were any plans for expansion at the airport. Mr. Lambrecht stated that the airport abuts wetlands so he does not see much opportunity to expand the operations. Mr. Stearns would like to serve on the commission again but understands that incumbents are not usually replaced unless there is a very good reason. That does not seem to be the case here and he will not be slighted in the least if he is not appointed. Mr. McDonough feels that there may be some room for expansion even though the property abuts wetlands. However, there are no current plans for expansion at this time. Selectman Aptowitz asked the candidates if they felt the airport manager was doing a good job. Mr. McDonough felt that King Aviation does a good job and tries hard to keep things up at the facilities. Mr. Andrews stated that King has done a good job in the past but there is room for improvement. Mr. Stearns is an active pilot and has not seen any major fault with the facility management. Boord of Selectmen Minutes of December 22, 2010 2 Selectman Dentino had several questions and most of them were answered by the candidates already. He is glad to see that the commission is actively following safety concerns and working on them as needed. A short discussion ensued about the condition of the airplane hangers and all agreed that that when the economy turns up they will be worked on. Chairman Moran did not have any additional questions for the candidates as they had all been answered. Mr. Ross asked the candidates if the tree works that they are planning for is included with grant monies. Mr. Lambrecht stated they are. Motion: To appoint Carl Lambrecht to a three year term expiring January 2014. (Aptowitz/Dentino) 4:0 passes Selectman Dentino echoed Selectman Aptowitz sentiments that the board does not usually displace sitting members. He too wishes that they could appoint all 4. Motion: To appoint Robert Andrews to a three year term expiring January 2014. (Dentinol Aptowitz) 3:1 passes (Kozlowski nay) Board of Health Michael McClean, West St resident. He would like to contribute to the Mansfield community and given that he has extensive graduate training, professional experience, and research expertise in public health he thought the board of health would be a good fit. Mr. McClean is presently an Associate Professor in the Dept. of Environmental Health at the Boston University of Public Health. Selectman Dentino thanked Mr. McClean for his interest in serving on the Board of Health. He is highly qualified and will be replacing a wonderful and dedicated person. (Dr. Raymond Martin). Selectman Aptowitz asked Mr. McClean if he were appointed if would attend town meeting on a more regular basis. He stated he would. Selectman Kozlowski asked what he would do if a cigar bar wanted to open in town. Mr. McClean stated that he would have to look at their plan at all angles. Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 22, 2010 3 Motion: To appoint Mike McClean to fill a three year term expiring January 2012. (Dentino/Kozlowski) 4:0 passes A short discussion among the board members concluded this session. Q&C None Weekly Business Warrant No. 11025T in the amount of $903,727.42 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Warrant No. 11025E in the amount of $108,293.01 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/ Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Warrant No. 11025S in the amount of $4,368.18 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/ Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Warrant No. 11025PT in the amount of $275,037.92 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Warrant No. 11025TV in the amount of $80,318.81 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Warrant No. 11025PS in the amount of $1,313,045.00 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Warrant No. 11025SV in the amount of $408,625.34 Motion: To approve (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) 3:0:1 passes (Dentino abstain) Common Victualler license application for Qdoba Mexican Grill Motion: To approve license. (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) 4:0 passes Renewal application from Rose Sirois to continue servicing on Non Profit Gift Fund Committee (NPGF). Motion: To appoint Rose Sirois to a term ending January 1, 2014 (Dentino/Kozlowski) 4:0 passes Signing of Sewer use regulations. Revisions were approved by bos 12-8-10 Boord of Selectmen Minutes of December 22. 2010 4 Correspondence · Letter from Troop 51 regarding eagle court of honor form Charles Valentine III and Christopher Daly on January 16th at 3pm. Town Managers Report · Flag pole update. Unfortunately we will have to replace the pole as grinding the pole for repair will release lead paint in the atmosphere. Therefore we are starting a fund raising event for the poles replacement costs. . Branch St. drainage issues have been resolved this week. . Merry Christmas to everyone. Bas Updates . Selectman Kozlowski: He is working with the IT dept. to get payroll and vendor warrants formatted and available to post on the website. And Merry Christmas too! . Selectman Aptowitz: Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all. . . Selectman Annino: not present . Selectman Dentino: Merry Christmas, happy holidays and what ever is a politically correct greeting. In all seriousness, he has enjoyed working with his fellow board members this year and looks forward to continuing their work together. · Chairman Moran: Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all as well. Benjamin Franklin quote that I didn't catch. Adjournment Motion: Adjourn at 8:20pm (Aptowitz) 4:0 passes tflt'w-t<u /:;!/tbu/~' v Signature of Clerk f~~ .5; 2'(/// Date of Approval Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 22. 2010 5