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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 1-12-1972January 12, 1972 Executive session. Mr. Cavallo and Mr. Signoriello met with the Board. Mr. Signoriello asked Board why he was charged $86.13 for repairs to the street. Mr. Richards read the permit and stated teasons why he billed Mr. Cavallo and Mr. Signoriello, Mr. Signoriello explained the status of events leading up to the work. Mr. Richards explained his reasons. Upon a motion by Selectman Titu$, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted to abate the charge made to Mr. Cavallo and Mr. Signoriello. Mr. Ferrier met with the Board and the Chairman discussed the questions that he had regarding vouchers #4722, 4720, 4719 and 4718. Mr. Ferrier explained to the Boardts satisfaction. Mr. Ferrier discussed his salary request. Don Breda, Camp, Dresser and McKee came in to discuss the sewer plant contract, and questions asked by the Town Counsel, Mr. Breda agreed to make the nec- essary changes as advised by the Town Counsel. Upon a motion by Selectman Caponigro, seconded by Selectman Titus it was voted to go into open session. Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Caponigro it was voted to accept the TreasurerTs Warrant for the year ending December 31, 1971. Upon a motion by Selectman Caponigro, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted to abate bill to Attleboro Ice and Fuel Company in the amount of $23.68. January 12, 1972 Meeting called at 7:45 P.M. All members present, and the Acting Town Manager. Chairman Main read the amount of the December 31, 1971 Treasurer's Warrant in the amount of $387,880,68, Voucher #4778 _ Highway Expense was questioned, and four Electric Light vouchers #472294720,4719 and 4718 were held for further information from Mr. Ferrier,who will be at the meeting later. Upon a motion by Selectman Caponigro, seconded by Selectmen Saunders it was voted to approve::the January 5, 1972 Warrant in the amount of $120,751,46. Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Caponigro it was voted to approve the January 11 Warrant in the amount of $29,898,56. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as distributed. Letter read from Antonio Savini, Savini Pontiac Sales, Inc, regarding the variance which he received from the Board of Appeals. The letter advised that restrictions #l_no parking of vehicles on the property any closer than 20 ft. in from South Main Street, and number 2,regarding no parking of em- ployees' cars on Horace Street had been complied with. Mr. Savini stated in his letter that in regard to the fence being erected, he had engaged Oscar Bedard to plant shrubs along the northerly edge of the new parking area as required by restriction 3 as soon as Weather perm�its�lHe_advised ,tll@t he was the owner of the property adjacent to the garage property that a fence would not be necessary. Chai.rman.:Main advised that the parking has improved as well as the parking of the cars. and it had been agreed that the fence would be taken care of as soon as the weather permits. Letter read from Edward W. Richards, regarding the connection charges for water serviceso advising that at the present time, the cost of installing the service exceed the costs which the town incurs in performing the service. He recommended that the Board consider raising the cost for water services to cover the town's costs, and that some surrounding towns charge $125.00. The present fee is $75,00,Board agreed to,.:check::rates in surrounding towns. Edward Richards advised the Board regarding the costs for keeping the 106 underpass clear of ice this winter based upon past years' records a an estimated costs of $2,972.00. This estimate may increase if the water flowing from the cracks in the ,pavement increases. to Edward Richards Letter read from Chad Maurer, Town Planner /regarding the Magna Vista Subdivi- sion on Lawndale Road advising a drain pipe was originally installed within the drain easement by the developer. After homes were constructed it was evident that the pipe would have to be extended. The developer agreed to supply the pipe and the builder agreed to install it, but the work was never completed. The former Town Manager had indicated that in order to correct the situation, the Highway Department could install the pipe, and the letter requested, if possible, to have the Highway Department install the pipe. Discussion regarding this area being a subdivision and responsibility of the developer. 2 Letter read from the Planning Board regarding Cabot, Cabot & Forbes Hatch Act Application- Project P -15760 advising that the Planning Board met with Mr, William Moy, P,E, to discuss the CC &F Hatch Act Application, Before this plan can be approved it will be necessary for Mr, William Moore, the engineer representing CC &F and Mr. Moy to meet to discuss the hydrolic problem involved, The two engineers would then establish the design of the drainage system which would consider the interests of both parties involved, CC &F and the Town, Mr, Moy would represent the Planning Board and they voted that the drainage system be so designed that no more water passes downstream .during the period of peak discharge when the industrial development is com- pleted than currently passes downstream, Mr, Moy and Mr, Moore are willing to discuss this matter, and the Planning Board suggested the endorsement by the Selectmen for the two engineers to meet together to discuss the problems, and come up with an adequate solution, The Board discussed the request and agreed they had, nothing against the two engineers meeting together, but the Selectmen did not hire Mr. Moy or Mr. Moore, and therefore they should not authorize Mr, Moy to represent the Se- lectmen, After further discussion, the Board agreed to write a letter to the Planning Board advising the Selectmen would be glad to listen to both engineers at a meeting with the Selectman and Planning Board, if they wish to attend, to listen as bystanders with no comments from either Board, each man to make up his own mind, Letter to be written to the Planning Board re- garding arranging this meeting, Letter read from the Department of Public Works regarding Mr. Campts proposed traffic pattern for the central business district which had been reviewed by the Department, The proposal considers the use of:the Old Colony Way, former railroad right -of -way, from East Street northerly to North Main Street at a point southerly of Church Street, The acceptance of this Way as a municipal way would provide additional travel way and allow the town to implement a one - way system which would decrease the accident potential where conflicting traffic movements occur, Mr. Cronin advised the proposal to acquire the railroad right-of-way appears to have merit and the proposed system of one -way streets is a sound method of incorporating the new way into a revised traffic pattern for the community, Copy of notice sent to Alfred Turinese from the Department of Public Works, Division of Waterways regarding the installation of storm drains at Brookside Estates acknowledging receipt of his Notice of Intent to perform the work. Notice advised that a license will not be required at this time under the provisiont of Chapter 91 of the General Laws, but the work shall be subject to all other related provisions of law, by -laws, ordinances and regulations that may pertain. Percolation tests - should -be .taken -to see '.that,adequatedrai;nage is providdd:in this area to prevent flooding pollution or erosion of the ad- jacent street. Letter received from George C, Dexter, 33 Bella Vista Avenue regarding cleaning of catch basin near the hydrant in front of his property, Mr. Edwards advised the catch basin had been cleaned within the last twenty -one days, and was cleaned again today, - 3 - Application received from-the Brockton Taunton Gas Company for permission to install approximately 6001 of 211 welded steel gas main on Willow Street from the existing main on Willow Street to Lot #1. Mrs. Jellinek read a prepared statement wishing to make a point of order con- cerning the petition for insertion of an Article in the Warrant pursuant to Chapter 39, Section 10, for the next annual or special Town Meeting. The article pertained to the rezoning of land from Agricultural to Residence B. She advised the article should be taken out of the annual Town Meeting,and if placed in a special Town Meeting would require 100osignatures in place of the 10 certified signatures on the petition. Questioned the Planning Board holding a hearing on January 17, 1972 on this petition. Petition received by Town Clerk after Warrant was closed. The Chairman advised Mrs. Jellinek that the article mentioned was i.not in the annual Town Meeting Warrant, and that a special Town Meeting had not been called as of this date. The Town Counsel advised that the Planning Board could hold a hearing 45 days before a special'�.Town Meeting is called. Discussion regarding condition of West Street where the sewer main is being put int regarding the contractor being responsible for the condition of the road. Edward Richards, present at the meeting, advised that the contractor had been notified, and had done some repair work, and would come back and complete the road work. Building Inspector to check regarding parking conditions in the vicinity of North Main and Pleasant Streets, cars blocking driveways. Discussion regarding house lots on Willow Street regarding septic tanks and connections to the sewer. Percolation tests have been taken and been approved by Plumbing Inspector Jones. If possible, connections to the sewer would be preferred. Matter taken under advisement. Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Titus it was voted to approve the plan of Patrick Walsh, Hatch Act Application Project No,P -1689 to be sent to the Department of Natural Resources for approval. Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Titus it was voted to go into executive session with Frank Signoriello for personal and financial reasons. The regular meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M.