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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 12-4-1973AGENDA December 4, 1973 Minutes of Previous Meeting Letters Town Manager's Report 8:30 - Recreation Commission, Conservation Commission - Maple Park Development, Budget 9 :15 - Chief D'Afile - Budget Review Selectmen's Minutes December 4, 1973 Present: All Board Members, Town Manager Meeting opened at 7 :35 p.m. Motion made to accept minutes of previous meeting made by Selectman Secher, Seconded by Selectman Caponigro,so voted. The Town Manager gave a report on the water situation. He explained that the cause of the problem was the build -up of iron deposits, sand, and silt on the screens on the pumps of #3 and #4 wells. He said that at the present time, 600,000 gallons per day were being pumped from these two wells. The Cate Spring well, operating 24 hours a day, was providing 1.35 million gallons per day, and the total amount of water being pumped was 1.9 million gallons per day. Wells #4 and #5 are being cleaned at this time, and work should be completed by Monday. Mr. Hannon said that if residential users conserve water usage along with the commercial users, that production could be resumed at different businesses on a 5c% level of normal usage. Mr. Richard Wise from Nabisco asked whether they could work on the weekend to make up for lost production. The Board assured Mr. Wise that he would be one of the first to know; the Town Manager would keep him advised. Selectman Caponigro moved that water usage be out back 50% for industrial pur- poses. Selectman Becher seconded the motion, so voted. Mr. Hannon reported that only one bid had been received on the Motor Control Assembly. It was from General Electric in Boston, for $3,845 with a total of 22 to 26 -week delivery. He asked that the Board allow him to reject this bid, and to waive the bid procedure so he could contact some of the companies di- rectly and look into the possibility of getting 5 to 6 week - delivery. Select- man Levine moved that this be done, Selectman Caponigro seconded the motion, so voted. Chairman Titus again commended the Town employees for their efforts during the second water crisis within a short period of time. He asked the Town Manager to send letters of appreciation to the Water Commissioners of Attle- boro and Fokboro. Approval was received from the DPW for 97 of the requested 100 "STOP" signs. Selectman Becher moved that this list be accepted and signed by the Board. Selectman Caponigro seconded, so voted. Selectman Becher moved that the $825 transfer to repair the Airport radio be approved by the Board. Selectman Caponigro seconded, so voted. Duplication of street names in Town was discussed. Selectman Caponigro moved that regulations for renaming old School and Elm Streets be obtained from the Planning Board. Selectman Becher seconded, so voted. Selectmen's Minutes December 4, 1973 Page 2 Selectman Caponigro moved that the Town Manager look into the possibility of setting up a mutual emergency pact with Attleboro and Foxboro. Selectman Secher seconded, so voted. There was a discussion of the 911 telephone number, and the Traffic Study Committee's report. Selectman Levine asked that any articles to be submitted to the Board for consideration and inclusion at the Town Meeting be given to the Board well in advance so that the Board will have time to consider each one thoroughly. Chairman Titus suggested that letters of appreciation be sent to both local and State Police Departments and to any other individuals who helped in the recent investigation in Town. Also discussed was the lighting for the softball field at Memorial Park. Selectman Colella said that he had looked At the lights at the Hebronville ballfield during the week, and that there were 6 poles, with 4 lights to each pole. He thought that this type of system would be suitable for Mansfield. Possible acquisition of the church in East Mansfield was discussed. The Town Manager said that there was not enough money in the Selectmen's account for an appraisal. Rubbish Contract bid,whioh will be coming up soon was discussed. The Board agreed that there were no major complaints with the present contract. The Board set December 19, 19739 8:30 p.m., as the time for the hearing for new telephone poles to be put on East Street. Liquor license renewals were approved for the following business: Arthur Morrison (d/b/a Willowdale Golf Course), R. DeMonte Inc., Old Country Store, Regent Cafe, Inc., The Mansfield House, Inc., Christofom Colombo Lodge #1109, Catalono's of Mansfield, Ino., VFW Post #3264. Geno Cinelli discussed the Recreation Commission's budget with the Board and the Town Manager. Mr. Hannon stated that the CIC had recommended the 30 x 50 metal storage building as an "A" need, and that the Municipal Building Commit- tee would now review this. The boat, Mr. Cinelli estimated, would be between $20,000 and $25,000. In discussing the budget, Mr. Hannon noted that the cost of fuel on the budget would be increased by about $200 to $3009 due to the re- cent rise in price. Mr. Hannon also stated that he did not recommend any changes in personnel at this time, that the summer help would be adequate to relieve the workload. Regarding Maple Park, the Town Manager stated that no perimeter plan had ever been prepared for the Planning Board. Ronald Dubuc, Highway Engineer, prepared a plan which was presented showing possible layout for swimming area, pionic areas, and two tot -lots. Also presented was a bath house layout. Bruce Wood of the Recreation Commission suggested that the inside showers shown on the plan be outside instead. Also discussed was the driveway leading to the Park. Deborah Button of the Conservation Commission said that she did not think the Selectmen's Minutes December 4, 1973 Page 3 driveway should be sealed in oil because of possible harm to vegetation, and that it would also detract from a recreational area. Paul Split, Recreation Director, said that last year the biggest problem at the Park was the dust from the driveway. In order of priority, he suggested that the driveway be taken care of first, then safety equipment, and then communication equipment. Also needed is a portable floating dock, costing about $39000. Land acquisition for future recreational development was discussed. Select- man Levine asked if the $1,047 in account # 655 -0 could be used for appraisals, The Town Manager will check with the Town Counsel on this. Chief D'Afile met with the Board and Town Manager to review his department'a budget request. After this budget discussion, Selectman Secher moved that the Board move to Executive Session with Chief D'Afile. Selectman Caportigro seconded the motion, so voted. Regular session adjourned at 10:00 p.m.