HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 10-16-13Board of Selectmen Minutes
October 16, 2013
Present: Jess Aptowitz; Chairman, Doug Annino; Vice Chairman, Kevin Moran; Clerk, George
Dentino, Olivier Kozlowski, William Ross: Town Manager
Chairman Aptowitz called the meeting to order. Chairman Aptowitz reminded that this meeting is
being broadcast live by Mansfield Cable Access and taped for future broadcast. The Chairman
noted that the Board met as Lieht Commissioner's earlier in the evenine.
Mr. Ross explained that Phase II is part of a continuing Avigation Easement project, which
involves trimming trees in the area around the main runway to enhance the glide path. Mr. Ross
noted that the FAA will pay 90% ($198,450), Mass DOT will pay 7.5% ($16,537) and the Airport
Enterprise will pay 2.5% ($5,512). Mr. Ross noted this is standard boiler plate and the same as
seen in the past and recommends that it be approved and signed by the Chairman so that the project
could move forward.
Motion: To authorize the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen to sign the MassDOT /Aeronautics
Division Grant Assurance for the Mansfield Airport (Kozlowski /Moran) PASSES 5:0
None
FA
Town Vendor Warrant No. 14016T $425,748.40
Motion: To approve Town Vendor Warrant No. 14016T $425,748.40
(Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
Electric Department Vendor Warrant No. 14016E $417,008.84
Motion: To approve Electric Department Warrant No. 14016E $417,008.84
(Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
School Department Vendor Warrant No. 14016S $410,372.25
Motion: To approve School Department Vendor Warrant No. 14016S $410,372.25
(Annino/Dentino) PASSES 5:0
Town Payroll Town Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14016PT $277,005.64
Motion: To approve Town Payroll Town Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14016PT
$277,005.64 (Annino/Kozlowski) 4:1 Dentino NAY
Town Deductions Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14016TV $86,184.71
Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14016TV
$86,184.71 (Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
Mi. Ross reported that Free Cash has been certified by DOR for $2,826,032 in General Fund,
which represents both revenue exceeding the Town's estimates and departments that did not spend
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all its appropriation. The money will be available at Town Meeting in the spring. Mr. Ross noted
that the Finance Committee will be meeting on this and will have recommendations.
Mi. Ross noted that he received an email from Nancy Wall of the Mural Committee and is pleased
to report that the goal has been reached of $50,000 and the plan is to finish the mural in October but
if weather interferes the backup plan is to finish all except the portion with the arches. Mr. Ross
noted that the Committee is still raising money to support additional projects including lighting
and educational materials. Ms. Wall thanked supporters and donors and acknowledge the skill and
knowledge of the artist.
Mr. Ross reported that there will be a meeting (October 17th) concerning bollards for Lincoln Place
to ensure it is in line with what the Board of Selectmen approved.
Mr. Ross noted that the auditor has been notified that the General Fund is ready for audit and the
State has certified Free Cash. Mr. Ross noted that in the 3 years he has been here this is the earliest
the audit has been done.
Mr. Ross stated that PAR Engineering has prepared Fulton Pond Emergency Action Plan which is
available for reviewing in his office. This is a requirement for updating all of the dams.
Mr. Ross will be out Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for the next 3 weeks for procurement
training, stated under the Charter. Nick Riccio will be "acting" Town Manager in his absence.
The Town has started on sidewalks, curb and gutter work around South Common to make the area
a safer situation. Mr. Ross noted from there the Town will move north into main street area.
Mr. Ross is in the process of scheduling a meeting with Town Counsel on various parking issues in
regards to leases, licenses and a areements.
Mr. Moran asked about the Capital Improvement schedule to which Mr. Ross noted it will be next
Tuesday night, October 22 ad. Mr. Moran was unsure if he could attend due to business travel.
Mr. Annino inquired about the Town Report cover to which Mr. Ross noted the process of picture
taking has begun and that Deb Herbert has taken charge of the project. Mr. Annino would like a
picture taken of the group this year because they are a team.
Chairman Aptowitz inquired as to the timing of a meeting with Bruce Montgomery from Comcast
and noted the meeting is not optional as the Selectmen have some comments and questions for
him.
Chairman Aptowitz would like a status on the flag pole at the North Colmnon to which Mr. Ross
noted it will be up this fall.
The Chairman would like the concrete contractor to look at the steps at side entrance of Town Hall
to which Mr. Ross reported Mike Ahern is in the process of scheduling that.
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The Board thanked Tracey Whalen for the cupcakes for National Boss'
Chairman Aptowitz noted that the Board has been invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new
location for Jack Conway Realty along with representatives from local and State Government.
The Chairman felt it would be a nice idea to bring a proclamation on the Board's behalf. Mr.
Moran read the proclamation into the record.
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Signature of Clerk
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Date of Approval