HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 7-24-13Board of Selectmen Minutes
July 24, 2013
Present: Jess Aptowitz; Chairman, Doug Annino; Vice Chairman, Kevin Moran; Clerk, George
Dentino, Olivier Kozlowski William Ross, Town Manaper
Chairman Aptowitz called the meeting to order. The Chairman noted that the Board met as Light
Commissioners earlier. Chairman Aptowitz reminded that the meeting is being broadcast live and
taped for future broadcast.
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Chairman Aptowitz asked Mr. Moran for a motion to accept the memorandum from the Town
Clerk on the 2014 Election Workers.
Motion: To accept the memorandum, with list of 2014 Election Workers, as provided by the
Town Clerk (Moran/Annino)
Discussion:
Mr. Dentin felt that the complete list of 2014 Election Workers should be read into the record.
Mr. Moran read the list of 2014 Election Workers' names into the record.
Motion: To accept the memorandum, with list of 2014 Election Workers, as provided by the
Town Clerk (Moran/Armino) PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz acknowledged members of Boy Scout Troop 17 were present this evening and
are working towards their Communication Badge.
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Connie Baynes, 355 Pratt Street is present before the Board. Ms. Baynes gave a brief summary of
her background where she stated she recently moved back to Massachusetts from Tuscon,
Arizona. Ms. Baynes reported she has a background in property management (commercial and
residential, both in Massachusetts and Arizona) and her education included a Master's Degree in
Counseling. Ms. Baynes felt she has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Mr. Kozlowski appreciated Ms. Baynes willingness to step up and contribute to the community
and felt Ms. Baynes had a solid background for this Board. Mr. Moran thanked Ms. Baynes for
expressing an interest and noted that the Housing Corporation offers a great opportunity to make
real substantial forward progress. Mr. Annino stated Mansfield is a wonderful community and
noted how important it is to have the citizens involved. Mr. Annino asked Ms. Baynes to please be
sure to attend Town Meeting. Mr. Dentino noted how important the Housing Corporation is and
felt Ms. Baynes had the qualifications needed.
Motion: To appoint Connie Baynes to the Mansfield Housing Corporation Board of Directors
(Annino/Dentino) PASSES 5:0
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Mr. Moran read the public hearing notice into the record.
Motion: To open the public hearing on the application of Bertucci's Restaurant for a change of
officer and director and stock transfer and issuance (Dentino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
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Tracey Whalen explained to the Board that in their packets for this week's BOS meeting was a
letter fiom the ABCC explaining that Bertucci's Restaurant has filed an application to make a
change at its corporate level, where the President is stepping down and a new President has been
appointed. Given the magnitude of the transaction, with multiple locations throughout the Country
and State, Bertucci's has submitted one application to the ABCC with all corresponding
documents for review and has received approval at the State level. The ABCC asked all local
licensing authorities to follow procedure to advertise the change and hold a public hearing and to
issue a new Form 43 as a formality. Mr. Moran noted that all routing slips have been received
from Town Hall Departments with no issues on the change.
Chairman Aptowitz asked if there were any public comments, to which there were none.
Motion: To close the public hearing on the application of Bertucci's Restaurant for a change of
officer and director and stock transfer and issuance (Annino/Dentino) PASSES 5:0
Motion: To approve the change of officer and director and stock transfer and issuance for
Bertucci's Restaurant (Moran/Dentino)
Discussion:
Mr. Dentino stated he is hard pressed to vote on this without a representative of Bertucci's present.
He felt that it was setting a precedent that each time the Board is approving a license that the party
does not have to be present. Ms. Whalen explained that Bertucci's did offer to send a
representative. Ms. Whalen stated she had followed up with the ABCC and with the attorneys for
Bertucci's and felt that since the State had reviewed all documentation and approved the license,
and given there were no changes to the local license, there was no need to have a representative
present. Mr. Dentino noted that State approval usually follows local level approval and felt this is
not a precedent he wants to see. Mr. Moran noted he had no issue given that this is a corporate
change only. Chairman Aptowitz stated that a representative should be present but that it isn't an
instance of Bertucci's having done something wrong and therefore will not sway his vote. Mr.
Annino agreed with Mr. Dentino but stated that the Town told them they did not need to be present.
Motion: To approve the change of officer and director and stock transfer and issuance for
Bertucci's Restaurant (Moran/Dentino) PASSES 4:0:1 ( Dentino ABSTAINS)
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Mr. Moran reviewed the changes between last year's Parking Plan and this year's plan with the
Board, provided by Tracey Whalen. One of the changes was in the police detail coverage at the
Comcast Center Main Gate on the Sunday and Monday of the event. The 2012 plan had three
officers scheduled at the location and the 2013 plan was scaled back to two officers. Per Police
Chief Ron Sellon's feedback, the police detail numbers must remain the same as the previous
year's plan.
Motion: To approve the Deutsche Championship Parking Plan on the condition that all police
details remain the same as the 2012 plan, specifically having three police detail officers at the
Comcast Center's Main Gate on the Sunday and Monday of the event (Annino/Moran) PASSES
5:0
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Motion: To approve the waiver of the one -time per vehicle parking charge (Annino /Kozlowski)
PASSES 5:0
Motion: To approve the building permit fee waiver, Town portion, for the tents (Aimino /Moran)
PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz noted to Town Manager, Bill Ross, that if Eric Baldwin, VP Championships,
nas any questions or concerns, Be snouia contact umet or ronce ion 6eiton.
Chief of Police Ron Sellon and Fire Chief Neal Boldrighini are present before the Board.
Selectmen Dentino had asked for a mid - season report from the chiefs concerning their experience
at this year's Comcast season.
Chief Sellon and Chief Boldrighini's presentation has been made a part of public record. Chief
Sellon began the presentation with a backdrop on the Comcast facility itself. The presentation
moved to the issues and concerns both chiefs identified during their review of the facility and
previous procedures, ie communication, staffing, public safety improvements. Chief Boldrighini
explained that the solution to their concerns was to run the facility as they would run their
departments every single day. Chief Boldrighini explained that the Fire Department is a strong
proponent of an Incident Command System (ICS), a nationally ranked system which MEMA
endorses. Chief Boldrighini explained that ICS is a based model to maximize public safety
efficiency and is flexible.
Chief Sellon reported that the ICS for Comcast is a unified command center that houses
representative from Police, Fire, Event EMS and Security. Additional measures added included,
the incorporation of the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Counsel (regionalize SWAT team model
— how to move through and react to a crowd) and Explosive Ordinance Device Detection Dog (dog
sweeps interior of the venue 1 hour prior to gates opening and stands down for first two hours of
event, in case of issue), Prisoner Diversion Agreement with Norton and Attleboro and Utilization
of an Un Encrypted Channel. Thus far, there has been an issue with communication, a learning
curve associated with such a large scale change and radio antenna to channel 3 was painted over at
Comcast by accident.
Chief Boldrighini noted that in 21 shows there have been 500+ custodies, 536 medicals with 123
transports and 240 fire related incidents. The Chief noted that the departments have been very
busy. Chief Sellon noted that alcohol related incidents dominate his department's time. Chief
Boldrighini reported that they have taken a proactive approach in the parking lots where many
deficiencies were noted in previous years and has seen a substantial reduction. Chief Boldrighini
noted that fire related issues when the venue began was in the 800 range by season's end and to
date have been decreased to 200 for the current season.
The Chiefs recommended that a complete review of the activities will be conducted when the
season is complete and more detailed recommendations will develop. The chiefs do see progress.
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Mr. Moran asked if the chiefs felt the command center is working. Chief Boldrighini responded
that the ICS has eliminated a lot communication issues. Mr. Moran asked if the crowd's overall
behavior is adjusting to the new system or if generally each night is starting at ground zero. Chief
Sellon responded that each night is starting at ground zero as each event brings a different type of
crowd and attendance varies.
Mr. Kozlowski asked for the status as far as getting channel 3 up and running. Chief Sellon noted
that it probably will not happen this season but a work order has been placed.
Mr. Annino was impressed that with all of these events happening at the venue that the Chiefs are
keeping it all in control. Mr. Atmino felt over 500 arrests in 21 shows seemed to be a lot to which
Chief Sellon noted that in his analysis they are on pace with same number of people taken into
custody as last year. Chief Sellon stated that his analysis did show that the custodies are happening
earlier in the event which he attributed to having a dedicated interior team, which knows its way
around a crowd, to be extremely beneficial. Both chiefs feel confident with the systems in place
and have received positive feedback from EMS events and security. Mr. Aimino asked if they
have received any patron feedback where Chief Boldrighini noted there have been comments
concerning the comfort level in seeing the increased presence.
Mr. Dentin noted it is good to hear about the camaraderie and cooperation between the
departments and the Comcast Center. Mr. Dentino asked about the Comcast Center security
numbers and if they have decreased. Chief Sellon did not have the numbers. Mr. Dentino felt that
both chiefs have done a tremendous job as far as making a presence but in fairness to Comcast he
felt there was no fluctuation between the staffing levels in regards to the attendance numbers (ie
between 19,500 and 5,600). He understands that there is leg work involved in reviewing past
history but would like the chiefs to look harder at the numbers as he does not feel it looks good.
Mr. Dentine asked specifically about the events on the lawn and the staffing levels. Mr. Dentino
felt that the staffing level needs to be reviewed and that lighting is atrocious and a giant concern.
Chief Sellon noted that one of the mandates that the Metro Unit has is that each member wears
reflective vests for visibility. Mr. Dentine would like to see seats in that area and felt that there
would be more control. Mr. Dentine is seeing progress and liked everything that the chiefs are
dong. Mr. Dentine asked about the medical doctor on the premises and Chief Boldrighini noted it
is extremely helpful and very efficient especially regarding minors given that their hands are tied
and the doctor has more flexibility and reflects well on them there. Chief Sellon noted that having
the medical professional on site is a huge help. Mr. Dentino asked if the CHINS law is hurting the
police in terms of holding minors. Chief Sellon does not believe the CHINS statute change has
been an issue.
Chairman Aptowitz stated he has attended a third of the shows and reported both chiefs do not only
act as administrators but jump into action when needed. He noted that weather related issues
where heat was taxing play a role in staffing levels. In regards to patron comments concerning the
ICS, the Chairman has spoken to parents of children who were in protective custody where they
were so extremely appreciative and thankful to public safety. Chairman Aptowitz commented that
the departments work as team.
Mr. Ross complimented both chiefs for the cooperative attitude on addressing the issues, the Town
cannot really be effective without that and he is appreciative of that moving forward. He
understands that it will take a time and understands that there are concerns about the way things are
changing but the Town is responsible to ensure safety.
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Chairman Aptowitz moved on to the alleged curfew violation at the Eagles Concert at the Comcast
Center on July 19`1'. Chairman Aptowitz confirmed with Chief Sellon that the overage was
officially clocked by Lt Thompson, Shift Commander, as three minutes, to which Chief Sellon
stated yes. Chairman Aptowitz noted that in previous years the Town has waived the fine but noted
in the past few years that the Board has begun enforcing. The Chairman stated it is the Board's
discretion as to how they would like to move forward.
Mr. Ross noted that the action in the past was to direct the Town Manager to obtain an official
attendance count for the show and then to apply the appropriate penalty from the license. The
Chairman agreed with that. Mr. Moran felt the Board has discretion on this issue and he did not
have an issue with a three minute overage. Chairman Aptowitz called for a motion.
Motion: Ask that the Town Manager send a letter to the Comcast Center inquiring as to the exact
attendance count and calculation of possible fine (Kozlowski /Annino)
Discussion:
Mr. Dentino never believed in the gift of a first time offense and felt the system works better when
it is upheld. Mr. Dentino noted that the curfew is in place for a reason and that violators must suffer
the consequences. Mr. Moran felt that the violation comes before the Board first in order for the
Board to use discretion on whether to levy a fine. Mr. Moran felt that if that wasn't the case then
the violation would just be submitted to the Town Manager who would then just send the letter to
levy the fine.
Motion: Ask that the Town Manager send a letter to the Comcast Center inquiring as to the exact
attendance count and calculation of possible fine (Kozlowski /Annino) PASSES 4:1 Moran NAY
Police Chief Ron Sellon is nresent before the Board and renorted that at the beginning of June
letters were sent to all duly licensed alcohol establishments in the Town advising of upcoming
compliance checks. Chief Sellon reported that on June 20t" and June 25`1' members of the
Mansfield Police Detective Unit, Officer David Kerr and Norton Detective Jeffrey Zaccardi
performed compliance checks of the licensed liquor establishments in the Town of Mansfield.
These checks were done with the assistance of two undercover operatives, twenty years of age.
Chief Sellon reported that each undercover operative was searched prior to the compliance checks
and found to have no identification on their persons. Each undercover operative was also
administered a portable breath test before and after the compliance checks which registered a 0.0
each time.
Chief Sellon reported that there were five violating establislunents on June 201" and an additional
three violating establishments on June 25t". He stated that all eight alleged violators have been
advised that the results of the compliance checks were being brought before the Board. Chairman
Aptowitz would like to discuss the process of handling the violations. Chief Sellon stated that
before the process is discussed the Mansfield Police Department felt it was appropriate under the
circumstances to not file criminal charges and leave it to the Board's discretion to deal with
administratively as they see fit.
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Mr. Ross noted that, at his directive, Tracey Whalen contacted the ABCC and received
information regarding the process a local licensing authority take when dealing with alcohol
violations. These steps include: law enforcement informing the local licensing authority of the
compliance checks, nature of the violations and establishments involved. The ABCC stated a
certified letter of the violation is to be sent to the violating establishments with a date to appear
before the local licensing authority and that Town Counsel should be present. The information
from the ABCC states that the local licensing authority has four options: written warning,
suspension of the license for a time to be determined by the local licensing authority, modification
of the license or to revoke the license. All decisions must be in writing to both the violating
establishment and the ABCC and accompanied by reasons for the decision. Any violating
establishment has five days to appeal to the ABCC.
Chairman Aptowitz confirmed with Chief Sellon that this is a combination of restaurants and
package stores. Mr. Kozlowski clarified that there are two separate issues Chief Sellon spoke to
which are that the police department is not pursuing any criminal actions of the eight
establishments at this time and that is separate and distinct on whether the Board chooses to have
hearings. Mr. Kozlowski believed it should be either eight hearings or nothing. Chairman
Aptowitz noted that each establishment has its own history to be considered. Mr. Dentino stated
that the Board can only consider violations within the past three years. Mr. Annino stated how
disappointing it is that there are eight violations. Mr. Kozlowski noted even more disappointing
given that a letter was sent previous to the compliance checks.
Mr. Ross noted that Town Counsel, Paul DeRensis, has been notified and will appear with the
Board at the hearings. Mr. Annino inquired as to the fee and if this would be covered in the
retainer. Mr. Ross felt it was outside of the retainer but would further review.
Chairman Aptowitz stated it is the consensus of the Board to hold hearings. It is his thought that
the Board move quickly in order to be fair to the establishments. The discussion moved as to how
to schedule the hearings. It was determined by the Board to schedule the violations at the next
available Board of Selectmen meeting, Wednesday, August 14d' and follow with the next available
meeting on Wednesday, August 28t11 with four establishments appearing each session.
The Board then discussed who should appear at the hearings as far as enforcement officials. Mr.
rtozrowsrcr noted mat 1 own Counset would determine who should appear.
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Nancy Wall and Scott Brigante are present from the Mural Committee. Mr. Brigante read from a
statement on behalf of the Mural Committee. The statement has been made part of the record.
The Committee presented a handout to the Board which described a panel to be placed on the
North Common in accordance with the North Common master plan. The panel would describe the
mural and the Committee would like to dedicate a portion of the panel to the Gold Sponsors,
allowing for recognition of their sponsorship with their name and logo.
Mr. Dentin felt that this is a worthwhile approach but is concerned with limiting to eight sponsors
and how that is decided. The Committee is more concerned with getting to the eight sponsors. Mr.
Dentino noted that in reviewing the mural process he did find references to sponsorships but stated
it is unfortunate that the verbiage did not hit the target audience at Town Meeting.
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Mr. Brigante felt it is important that the process of creating the mural be an evolutionary one, that
as feedback comes to their attention it is addressed. Mr. Brigante felt that most projects are
successful due to feedback during the progress. The Committee is convinced that it will be able to
find the remainder of the fiords to complete the mural. Mr. Briagante stated that since the mural
was started there has been nothing but positive support and feedback. Mr. Dentino inquired as to
the feedback to his suggestion of scaling back the size of the Town's name. Mr. Brigante stated
there have been various thoughts on the sizing in the public, which the Committee would speak to
the designer about.
Mr. Moran felt that the Committee's new approach to recognizing sponsorships added more
gravitas to the mural. He felt it made the mural more interactive and felt badly about the mural
losing a sponsor. Ms. Wall noted that the panel approach offers an educational piece to the mural
as well, where classrooms could visit.
Mr. Kozlowski was appreciative of the new design. He too was sorry it cost the mural a sponsor.
Mr. Kozlowski inquired as to the $100 donation allowing for your name to be represented on the
mural, specifically looking at the design and how these sponsor names run through the word
"Mansfield ". Mr. Brigante explained that the artist will add these names as a design illusion,
meaning the names would not be visible unless within close proximity of the wall.
Mr. Almino thanked the Committee for working with Board and apologized for his passion at the
previous Board's meeting and stated it was out of concern for the community. He felt the new idea
of the panels on the North Common was a fabulous one. He stated that the panel will add interest
to the North Common and was truly classy. It is Mr. Annino's thought that this panel adds more
value to the sponsors.
Chairman Aptowitz stated that the panel adds a learning lesson for the community. Also, the
Committee will need to work with the master plan of the North Common concerning placement of
the panels. Ms. Wall reiterated that there are two panels to be placed.
Motion: To support the placement of two information panels for the Mansfield Conumurity Mural
on the North Common with location to be determined by Town Engineer (Annino /Moran)
PASSES 5:0
Mr. Ross noted there are two projects, fully funded by the State, that relate to improving
intersections at Hope, Park and East Streets and also in front of the Jordan/Jackson School. In both
cases it would involve reconstructing the intersections and provide safety areas. Mr. Ross stated
the intersection at Hope, Park and East Streets is especially interesting because it would cut down
the traffic on Park Street and improve safety. Mr. Ross stated that the Federal Government and the
State would fund these 100% and the Town's only obligation is to require right of way where Mr.
Ross noted none is needed. Mr. Ross also noted that as a normal part of any project the Town
would need to notify residents in the area via meetings. The consultant for the State is looking for
the Board to support the project via the Town Manager who will coordinate.
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Motion: To authorize the Town Manager to create a letter of endorsement to support the project
(Moran/Annino) PASSES 4:0:1 Dentino ABSTAIN
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A. Review /Approval of Minutes of Meetings
• Board of Selectmen Minutes for July 10, 2013
Motion: To approve the Board of Selectmen Minutes for July 10, 2013
(Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
B. Approval of Warrants
Town Vendor Warrant No. 13055T $550,893.99
Motion: To approve Town Vendor Warrant 13055T $550,893.99
(Annino/Moran) PASSES 5:0
Electric Department Vendor Warrant No. 13055E $1,799,843.67
Motion: To approve Electric Department Warrant No. 13055E $1,799,843.67
(Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
School Department Vendor Warrant No. 13055S $279,314.21
Motion: To approve School Department Vendor Warrant No. 13055S $279,314.21
PASSES 5:0
Town Vendor Warrant No. 13056T $24,895.82
Motion: To approve Town Vendor Warrant No. 13056T $24,895.82 PASSES 5:0
Town Vendor Warrant No. 14003T $5,268,017.24
Motion: To approve Town Vendor Warrant No. 14003T $5,268,017.24 PASSES 5:0
Electric Department Vendor Warrant No. 14003E $199,668.83 PASSES 5:0
Motion: To approve Electric Department Vendor Warrant No. 14003E $199,668.83
Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14003PT $387,658.45
Motion: To approve Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14003PT
$387,658.45 (Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 4:1 (Dentin NAY)
Chairman Aptowitz ABSTAINS to Voucher #28491 payable to Laura Aptowitz
Town Deductions - Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14003TV $117,939.45
Motion: To approve Town Payroll Warrant No. 14003TV $117,939.45
(Annino /Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
School Payroll /School Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14003PS $1,048,806.69
Motion: To approve School Payroll /School Medicaid Warrant No. 14003PS
$1,048,806.69 (Kozlowski /Moran) PASSES 4:1 (Annino NAY)
School Deductions Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14003SV $305,216.32
Motion: To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14003SV
$305,216.32 (Annino /Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
Town Vendor Warrant No. 14004T $50,797.29
Motion: To approve Town Vendor Warrant No. 14004T $50,797.29
School Department Vendor Warrant No. 140045 $9,855.00
Motion: To approve School Department Vendor Warrant No. 14004S $9,855.00
Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14004PT $379,732.28
Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll Warrant No. 14004PT
$379,732.28 4:1 Dentino NAY Aptowitz ABSTAINS to Voucher #28692 payable to Laura
Aptowitz
Town Deductions Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14004TV $111,261.74
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Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll Warrant No. 14004TV
$111,261.74
C. Licenses and Permits
• Rotary First Annual 5K Road Race
Motion: To approve Mansfield Rotary's First Annual 5K Road Race
(Annino/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
D. Correspondence
Mr. Ross began his report by noting that the Fales Oil Building has been removed, including the
wall. He noted that there is still some clean -up to do, which should be completed within the week.
Mr. Ross reported that he has signed a contract for the rubberized seal coating for Town streets,
which includes cul -de -sacs and turn areas for vehicles. It had been reported that bleeding was still
occurring after previous seal coating, believed to be due to hot weather. After investigating, the
Town found the rubberized material does not bleed. An example of the use of the rubberized
material can be viewed on Balcolm Street. Mr. Dentino asked for a price comparison between the
chip sealing and rubberized material to which Mr. Ross noted he would provide to the Board.
It was Mr. Ross' understanding that the Land Court has made its decision regarding the Montessori
School. Mr. Ross noted that the Town has not received a letter as of yet nor has the decision been
posted but will make that available to the Board as soon as it is received.
Mr. Ross will be distributing to the Board a Draft Policy to go with the BYOB By -Law for their
review and noted it will be a future agenda item.
Mr. Ross is working on a memo regarding the parking along the Old Colony Trail, which runs
from Shawmut down to East Street. Mr. Ross has been researching who has easements and
agreements and found it to be an interesting exercise. This issue came to be due to citizens
questioning the access point of the new condominiums (Mr. Cunningham's development). Mr.
Annino questioned if they are taking away parking to which Mr. Ross responded that he did not
believe so. He noted that they do have the right to access the driveway at the rear of the property,
which is Town property (Town right of way).
Mr. Ross reported that he received an email from MMA noting that the Legislature unanimously
overrode the Governor's veto on the budget and restored all state aid. Mr. Ross stated the budget is
in good shape. Mr. Ross then reported that the Legislature, by a large margin, then overrode the
veto on Transportation Bill, which addresses the issue of Chapter 90. Mr. Ross hoped that this was
the end.
Mr. Dentine commented that he is unsure as to why the cost of CPR training for the Electric
Department was subbed out, costing thousands of dollars, when training is offered through the Fire
Department for free to Mansfield residents. Mr. Dentino believed it would make sense to have the
training available to Mansfield employees, especially Light Department, Public Works and
Highway. Mr. Dentino did not find that the Light Department or any public employees should cost
any more than a citizen. Mr. Ross recalled that the Fire Department's concern was that the CPR
training for the Light Department required a different level of training in order to meet standards
and is at a higher level than what they would administer to the average citizen. Mr. Ross further
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stated that the Fire Department would have to purchase additional equipment in order to conduct
that training. Mr. Moran agreed that, per Chief's Boldrighini's memo, it was the level of CPR
certification required to administer the training as well. Mr. Dentino then asked if the Emergency
Management division of the Town is capable of providing the CPR training required, to which Mr.
Ross stated he would follow up and get the information back to the Board.
Mr. Annino attended a walkable communities conference and learned a great deal on making
communities safer and enhancing the public perception of walking. Mr. Annino was pleased to see
that there is an established rating system of "walkability" in the US and that Mansfield is 73 out of
100 (Boston being 79) and rated highest in regards to the surrounding communities. Mr. Ross has
spoken with the new conservation agent and noted her interest in enhancing trails in the Town and
remarked that there is so much potential.
Mr. Kozlowski commended the Mansfield Police Department for their sponsored of the Special
Olympics with their first 5k "Run From The Cops ".
Chairman Aptowitz would like Mr. Ross to schedule an Audit Committee meeting. There is a
need to nominate a Chairman for that Board.
Chairman Aptowitz asked if the Clerk's office is handling the codification. Mr. Ross reported that
the Town has led a contract to general code for codification. The Clerk's office is currently
researching bylaws due to conflicting issues and will then work with general code to have them
worked out and put in proper codes. Mr. Ross noted it had just been assigned but should be
completed in time for Spring Town Meeting
Chairman Aptowitz asked that Mike Ahern please check the steps at the side entrance of Town
Hall.
Chairman Aptowitz asked that Board to please remember to sign warrants on Wednesdays.
None.
Motion: To adjourn the BOS meeting at 9:23 pm (Aptowitz/Kozlowski) PASSES 5:0
Signature of Clerk Olruper 02
/Tracey Whalen�,k�
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