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MINUTES OF MEETING
JULY 23, 1990 90 SEP ( f ref 10: 58
PRESENT: Chairman Sarro, Commissioners Tartufo and;- 2gtZ7nfij.
Commissioners Markt and Colella were not present s- IASSACH USETTS
Meeting called to order at 7:10 p.m.
MOTION: To approve minutes of June 4, 1990
Tartufo /Robinson Vote 3 -0
UNDERGROUND TELEPHONE LINES:
Two distinct situations were discussed. One was the No Main
Street renovation and the other was the Upper No Main Street where
electric lines are already underground and we are requesting the
phone company to put their lines underground as well.
Bob Rodophele discussed the various alternatives the Board can
take in order to remedy the conflict with the phone company. The
Board can request a change of legislation. The Board could also
request another Town Meeting to try to get a positive vote from
the Town or a Home Rule Bill or all of these alternatives.
Mr Rodophele advised the Board that the crucial issue to determine
is , "What existing rights does the phone company have?"
In order to determine this Mr. Rodophele advised the Board he must
have the pole location and grants. John Larch will work with Tom
Dwyer to get the necessary paperwork to Mr. Rodophele.
MUNICIPAL CABLEVISION:
Bruce Singal advised the Board that the Town's options are very
limited since they are governed by Federal Law. The Town must
give notice to the present operator indicating what its
deficiencies are. The renewal process requires the Town to assess
financial capabilities, compliance with license and quality of
service. An administrative hearing must be held and in order not
to renew the license, the current operator must be remiss in one
of the areas listed above. Mo Prassard advised that to date,
MassCablevision has been cited with 269 violations.
CREEDEN STREET LEASE:
Mr. Larch advised the Board that the Electric Department's lease
at Creeden Street expires 9/30/90. The Board advised the Manager
to extend the lease for an additional six months, with a
stipulation that both tenant and landlord will provide 90 day
notice. In addition, the lease can be extended in three month
increments. During this time, a cost study will be undertaken to
determine the feasibility of moving the Electric Department into
the old Post Office.
Motion To Adjourn at 8:55 p.m.
Sarro /Robinson
Vote 3/0 G�p�pO