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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSELECTMENminutes09122012 Town of Mansfield Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12, 2012 Present: Chairman Olivier Kozlowski, Vice Chairman George Dentino, Clerk Kevin Moran, Selectman Jess Aptowitz, Selectman Annino, William Ross Town Manager Absent: Police Chief O'Neill introduced the new officers and wished the best for officers that had just retired. Officer Roy Bain is being promoted to Sergeant. Officer Bain has been Acting Sergeant for quite a few months so it is a pleasure to promote him. He has been a member of the Metro Swat Team since 2003. New officers are: David Kerr- Officer Kerr spent the past 8 years in the US Army as a military police officer. He was also assigned to the Fugitive Task Force with the U.S. Marshals before coming to the Mansfield PD. Mark Fennore- Officer Fennore worked with the Bentley University Police and formerly with the Dept. of Public Health Police Force. Officer Sennott was recently married and away on his honeymoon so could not attend. David Sennott- Had been injured and left the service. However, after a comprehensive rehab he is better and back to serve the town as an officer. Christopher Walsh- Officer Walsh graduated from Mansfield High School in 2008, Curry College, Cum Laude, in 2012. Robert Salvas will be replacing Sharon Logiudice as the manager of record. He has been with Bertucci's since 2005 and is tips trained. Selectman Aptowitz asked Mr. Salvas about this employment and training with Bertucci's and commented that it is important for restaurants to notify the board when a manager Board af Selectmen Minutes af September 12. 2012 leaves. Mr. Salvas stated that the last manager left in the beginning of July and corp. submitted the paperwork at the end of July. The Board of Selectmen commented that Mr. Salvas appeared to be very qualified for the job and wished him luck in his promotion. Motion: To appoint Mr. Salvas as the new manager of record. (Aptowitz/ Annino) 5:0 passes The members of the Board of Assessors where present for the meeting. They are right on track compiling data to submit to the state for tax assessments. The way properties are assessed can be very confusing as the data used is always 2 years behind the current prices due to the way the MA regulations work. Selectman Aptowitz is glad that the assessors brought that up as he gets asked why old data is used all the time. The assessors also mentioned that it's not just Mansfield, all the towns have this issue. The town uses Vision Assessment for our tax assessment programs. It is the largest certified provider in the state and as they have served Mansfield for several years they are very familiar with the way the town works. Even so, the Board of Assessors goes out to bid every three years. The board members explained how valuations work and how prop. 2 t affects property taxes. Selectman Moran asked a couple of questions regarding the tax reassessment process. The rates are put into the Vision software program and it does the calculations. Selectman Dentino commented on the single family home median staying the same as last year. Chairman Kozlowski asked how the data is filtered into the program and the board explained how different types of sales are accounted for. The Board of Selectmen then thanked the Board of Assessors for coming in. Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12. 2012 2 This is a new job description for the water division; which was funded in the budget at a grade 1 operator level and replaces a skilled laborer that had retired. With the addition of the new Albertini Treatment plant going on line, we now have three water site treatment plants along the chemical addition and monitoring at four well sites and the Foolish Hill water tank. This will also provide a good training program for someone who can then move up to Water Treatment Operator when a vacancy arises. We have had difficulty finding experienced operators in the past. After a few questions the board thanked Mr. Azinheira for the comprehensive description of the position and the need for it. Motion: To approve job description. (Moran I Annino) 5:0 passes Spring Street Apartments is a reuse of a building which has been abandoned for decades. Originally construct in the 1830's as jewelry manufacturing building, the primary building has survived with few changes since th 1850's. Construction has been substantially complete with 11 units being presently occupied. The developer provided the Board of Selectmen with a marketing packet that explained how they target low to mid income applicants. The Town of Mansfield's planning board approved the site plans and granted the developer a special permit and a special permit from the zoning board of appeals to alter the pre-existing non-conforming use in a residential district. The developer is applying for certification of affordable housing for low and moderate income households. (In this case age 55 +). He needs approval from both the Board of Selectmen and the Housing Corporation in order to file this with the state. Selectman Dentino asked a couple of questions about the Affirmative Action Marketing Program. Mr. Lazzara went through the Q&A portion of the packet that explains frequently asked questions. Motion: To authorize the town manager to sign the LAU application to the state. (Aptowitzl Annino) 5:0 passes Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12, 2012 3 Selectman Annino was not present at the last meeting so the board briefly discussed the matter again. Selectman Dentino reiterated his objections to the plan from last week. Mr. Ross stated that the applicants need to demonstrate the need for the stickers, so they are limited. After a brief overview of the regulations and why they are formulated the way they are, the board voted. Stan Feck, town resident, asked the board why they need this. Main St. business employees should be parking off street. Perhaps the town should just ask the businesses to park off the main street. Mr. Ross stated that he has dealt with parking issues for years and it's difficult to serve everyone. Motion: To approve regulations as stated. (Moranl Annino) 3:2 passes (Dentinol Aptowitz nay) Purpose: The primary purpose for these parking regulations is to provide guidance for the management of parking in the Central Business District, adjacent residential areas and the commuter rail station area. Parking pe rmits fo r residents and employees will be issued by the Mansfield Police Department in accordance with these regulations. Applications for permits may be obtained at either the Police Department or the Town Clerks' Office. Permit Areas: The permit areas are as outlined on the attached map dated August 1, 2012. The parking areas are subject to change by the Board of Selectmen. Types of Permits: 1. Resident Commuter Rail: These permits are issued to residents to allow use by residents of the Town of Mansfield in the designated resident commuter rail parking facilities at the Mansfield Commuter Rail Station. 2. Central Business District: These permits are issued to businesses, employees of businesses located in the Central Business District, and residents of the Central Business District as outlined on the attached map. The permit allows Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12, 2012 4 parking in the designated areas for longer than the posted time limit, subject to any winter or other regulations. Eliaibility for Permits: Applicants for permits shall provide evidence of either employment within the Central Business District or residency within the Central Business District by means of a statement from their employer or provision of a lease agreement, utility bill showing an address within the District, driver's license, vehicle registration or similar documentation sufficient to confirm eligibility for a permit. The applicant shall also providence evidence of a lack of sufficient off street parking availability at their place of business or residence to justify the necessity of a parking permit. A business may obtain up to ten permits for employees. A residential building may obtain up to two permits per dwelling unit. A business may obtain more than ten permits based on information presented to the Chief of Police that more than ten permits are needed to provide sufficient parking for the employees of the business. Display of Permit The permit shall be displayed by hanging the permit from the rearview mirror. The permit shall contain the license plate number of the vehicle to which the permit was issued which num ber shall match the license plate on the vehicle displaying the permit year: The permit year shall be the calendar year beginning January 1 of each year and ending on December 31. Hours of Operation: The hours of operation shall be between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday excluding legal holidays in Massachusetts: Permit Fees: The fee for a permit shall be $20.00 per calendar year. The fee for a partial year after June 30 shall be $10.00. The fee to transfer a permit to a different vehicle Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12, 2012 5 with the same owner and a new license plate number shall be $5.00 if the previous permit is returned to the Town. Enforcement: These regulations shall be enforced by the Mansfield Police Department as provided for in the Town Bylaws. Appeals: 1. Any person who is denied a permit or who has a permit revoked may appeal the action to the Town Manager. 2. Any person who receives a violation notice under these regulations may appeal through the normal parking violation process. None Warrant No. 130llT in the amount of $96,673.24 Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/ Annino) 5:0 passes Warrant No. 130llE in the amount of $1,737,138.01 Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/ Annino) 5:0 passes Warrant No. 130llPT in the amount of $327,669.77 Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/Moran) 5:0 passes Warrant No. 13011TV in the amount of $95,613.52 Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/Moran) 5:0 passes Warrant No. 130llPS in the amount of $4,421,660.02 Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/Dentino) 4:1 passes (Annino nay) Warrant No. 130llSV in the amount of $449,902.82 Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/Dentino) 5:0 passes Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12, 2012 6 Motion: To approve minutes of July 25, 2012 (Aptowitz/Dentino) 4:0:1 passes (Annino abstain) Motion: To approve minutes of August 8, 2012 (Aptowitz/Dentino) 5:0 passes Motion: To approve minutes of August 22, 2012 (Aptowitz/Dentino) 5:0 passes . Letter from MA Dept. of Telecommunications and Cable regarding the expiring license with Comcast Cable, They are requesting letter of licensing efforts, Selectman Moran will consult with the Chairman of the Cable Advisory Board. . Letter of invitation from Assoc. of Town Finance Committees regarding annual meeting on October 20th. . Letter from Patricia Wyckoff (Downtown business owner) regarding downtown parking plans. . Notice from Comcast Cable regarding channel change. WGBX HD will move from ch. 818 to ch 801. . Email from King Aviation requesting permission for rt. 106 banner for Sept 29th airport fly-in. Motion: To approve. (Aptowitz/Dentino) 4:1 passes (Annino nay) Selectman Aptowitz noted that they do not receive notice of all banners and he would like to amend the policy so that everyone (even nonprofits) have to get approval, . Letter of resignation from Jim Ragazzo from both Fincomm and Planning Board. Motion: To accept resignation with regret. (Aptowitz/Dentino) 5:0 passes Mr. Ross suggested the applicants will be appointed next week as it wasn't posted for this evening. However, the board discussed doing the appointments this evening to get it done. The board then decided to wait until next week. Board af Selectmen Minutes of September 12. 2012 7 . He is trying to schedule a date for fall town meeting. However it all needs to start within two weeks to meet the proposed timeline. There are a number of unspent capital items that the town accountant has been working on thus freeing up a lot of capital, if the articles are closed at town meeting. . The school phone system is not being repaired through parts via EBay. ) There was a mis-quote in the paper). . Chairman Kozlowski: Jake's Way lot still needs attention. Update on RMV plans for calling in plates for sidewalk/ snow plowing equipment? Not yet. The Essex St. conservation land transfers will be on the agenda next week. He now has a Board of Selectmen twitter account if anyone wants it. . Selectman Aptowitz: Audit Committee will be in next week. He would like to see the town's MBT A contract overhauled as it is over 20 years old. The North Common rehab work is still being done. The Gazebo dedication will be soon as well. . Selectman Annino: Comment on N. Common work. . Selectman Moran: MBTA boxes and ramp update. Boxes: They are in but still need tweaking. The MBTA is going forward with ramp plans. He will also be away next week so he will miss meeting. Selectman Dentino: Looking for update on the Comcast Center insurance. Mr. Ross has been in contact with Mr. Montgomery and it should be done soon. Questions on chip sealing and the use of a new rubberized product. He would also like to explore the use of asphalt sidewalks instead of concrete. Adjournment . Motion: Adjourn meeting at 9:50pm (Aptowitz) 5:0 passes ~eWt ~ Signature of Clerk s~ 19, 2012 Date of Approval Board of Selectmen Minutes of September 12, 2012 8