HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 3-29-1972March 292 1972
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Colella it
was voted to appoint Charles Campbell the towns representative
for the Department of Natural Resources Advisory Council for Oakes
Ames Estate.
March 29, 1972
Meeting called at 7:30 P.M.
All members present, and the Acting Town Manager, Selectman Titus was at the
Ad Hoc meeting, but considered present, and did come to the meeting later.
Upon a motion by Selectman Colella, seconded by Selectman :Secher it was voted
to appoint Selectman Main Clerk for the meeting.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Secher it was voted
to approve the Treasurer's Warrant in the amount of $267,304,64.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted
to accept the minutes of the previous meeting.
Letter received from the residents of Maple Street, with clipping from the
paper of a car that was hit by a train in Norton, as a reminder of the
existing situation on Maple Street, The Planning Board did not recommend
closing Maple Street, these plans were acted upon as per the developer,
not to appease the residents of Maple Street, The Board was elected to re-
present the people of Mansfield.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted
to approve a character reference for Frank G. Nilson, Jr, and William Bruno,
and others not of this town, for a certificate of Incorporation under the
name of Massachusetts Elementary School Principals' Association, Inc.
Notice received from the Department of Public Health that application
has been made on behalf of the town for the approval of this department of the
acquisition of certain lands or rights in land in Mansfield for public water
supply purposes. In response to this application the Department will hold
a hearing in the office of its Division of Environmental Health, 600 Washington
Street on Thursday, April 13, 1972 at 10 :00 A.M.
Invitation received from Chief Cyril N. Bellavance for the Board to attend
the Firemen's Annual Banquet April S, 1972 at the Central Fire Station,
with their wives and husband.
Letter read from the Town Counsel regarding the situation at the former
Mansfield Bleachery. Mr, Jones was to take pictures of the pollution, and
confer with Robert Button, concerning this matter and to further pursue
the matter with the Department of Natural Resources. Advised that the State
Clean Water Act providtts that if there is any spillage, seepage or other
discharge of oil into waters of the Commonwealth that the Department of
Natural Resources will immediately investigate same and take appropriate
action concerning the removal of said pollution. The person causing the
pollution may be charged all the expenses involved by the removal Of said
pollution,; The Attorney General brings this '.action and may seek injunctive
relief in behalf of the Department of Natural Resources, Advised that the
Department of Natural Resour.pes be immediately notified in any of these
cases involving the pollution of the water which flows within the town, and
the Conservation Commission and Selectmen follow up the investigation.
Copy of letter read from the Town Counsel to Don Breda, Camp,Dresser & McKee,
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advising that he had examined the records at the Town Hall and Registry of
Deeds and was enclosing the Certificate as to Title to Project Site for
the Improvements to the sewage treatment plant.
Copy of letter read from Town Counsel to the Board of Appeals in answer to the
Board's request for an opinion regarding people addressing a public meeting
without permission of the presiding officer.. He suggested that the Chairman
should he determine a person is disorderly, warn that person, and if the per-
son persists in such disorderly conduct, order that the person withdraw from
the meeting, and if he refuses, the Chairman should call the police to come to
the meeting and have said person physically removed.
Letter received from Cattley, Hanack & Richard Engineering Corp. advising that
they had been retained by Perry & Frost Realty of New Bedford to do pre-
liminary utilities design for a proposed housing development on Lots #9 and 60
of Plat #32 on Branch Street. The 20 acre will allow for a total of
201 living units, and the firm estimated the sewage flow and domestic water
demand required fbrthis development. They wished to be advised as to the
town's requirement for them to obtain permission1°✓connect to the water and
sewer utilities on Branch Street.
Letter read from SRPEDD regarding the appointment of a new member as the
Board's representative to SRPEDD, and acknowledged at the end of the letter
the appointment ofrLeonard,Flynn as the Boardts representative.
Letter from Douglas A. King Builders, Inc, with reference to the notice re-
ceived on their definitive subdivision plans. They advised that item, 2
had•.been complied:.witliy and steps had been taken to comply with all provisions
of the Sanitary Code, Article 11, including percolation tests.
Letter received from John F, Rockett, 260 Plain Street requesting assistance
in having No Parking signs in front of his home. Requested signs a year ago,
and signs have not been erected.
Letter received from the Boston Survey Consultants advising that there are
several items in which their firm could be of service to the town, and they
would b e willing to meet with the Board to discuss these items at any time.
Letter from Universal Engineering Corporation regarding the town appropriating
funds to make an engineering study and report on the towns water system, and
that the Board is preparing to interview consulting engineers for these ser-
vices. They have had considerable consulting experience in the field of muni-
cipal water supply, storage, and distrib ution systems, and would be interested
in performing such a service for the town.
Letter received from Kaaren E. Harrington, Mansfield Teachers`•Associ.ation ad-
vising that on Sunday, April 30, many communities throughout the state are hav-
ing a Bike Ride for the Retarded. The Teachersf Assoc, is working with the
Mass. Association of Retarded Children on the bike. It was hoped that the
Selectmen would not only endorse this worthwhile cause b ut also join them
for the ride. Upon a motion by Selectman Colella, seconded by Selectman Main
it was voted to endorse the Bike Ride for the Mansfield Teacher's Assoc, for
the Retarded. A representative of the Board to go on the Bike Ride.
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Jack Briggs, Attorney before the Board, and read a letter regarding the
Board of Appeals hearing on the application of Karl D. Clemmey for a Variance
to allow the temporary storage of motor vehicles on a parcel of land with a
frontage on Henry :street and 100 feet on Copeland Drive in a Residence A Zone.
Ile is using land for business that is not zoned for business. At a 1956
Town Meeting land was rezoned to Business C and.'dis bounded by the new Route 1409
Cr.eeden Street, Henry Street and the proposed Campbell Street Extension. The
south side of the proposed Campbell Street is zoned Residence A. Mr, Clemmey
has fenced in an area, including the proposed street and is using it for
business, and this strip of the proposed street was not rezoned for business
use at the 1956 town meeting. Mr. Briggs requested that the Board take the
necessary steps to correct the illegal use of this land.
Mr, Briggs also brought out the fact that Mr. Clemmey holds a Class II license,
which should specify all the premises to be occupied by the licensees. If
a permit has been granted which incumbrances the proposed Campbell Street Ex-
tension, then the license is illegal. The proposed street was not rezoned
to Business C at the 1956 Town Meeting, It is requested by the residents
of the area that the Board of Selectmen take immediate steps to correct the
zoning violations, and to revoke the ,Class II Garage License, The Board
agreed to take the matter under advisement, and to check with the Town Counsel,
Notices received from Board of Appeals regarding two hearings to be held:
Frederick J. Goguen for a Variance to divide a parcel of land at 321 School
Street into three lots, and for a Variance for Frances A. Porter to establish
a retail package store in an existing variety store located at 213 South
Main Street, Hearings to be held on April 4 at 8 :00 and 8=15 P.M. respectivel;
Letter of resignation received from Priscilla A. Carlson, Town Clerk and Town
Accountant to take a position with the police Department, effective April 6,
1972 at 5:00 P.M.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by :Selectman Colella it was voted to
accept miss Carlson's resignation with regret, effective April 6, 1972 at
5:00 P.M.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted to
grant a one day beer license to the Tri- County Beagle Club for Saturday,
April 1, 1972,
Town Accountant Priscilla A. Carlson advised the Board that she had notified
Arthur Schofield, Inc, that a check had been received in the amount of
$7,039.83 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on the town's project
No. 9- 19-031_C803, Mansfield Municipal Airport, and had requested an itemized
statement so that the bill can be paid.
L. Ferrier, Superintendent of the Light Department before the Board regarding
engineering for the new 115 KV Substation, and submitted a proposal for engi-
neering services from Richard J. Donovan, Inc, covering the detail work nec-
essary for the proper construction of the proposed substation, at a fixed fee
of $290250,00. He recommended the Board approve the proposal and to hire
them as soon as the question of land acquisition has been approved by the
Town Meeting, Discussion regarding funds for this project, and the possibilit;
of a special Town Meeting for the funds, possibly in April or May. Total
project would cost $750,000. When questioned how much money this project
would save the town, the Board was advised there would be a saving of $195,00
when the new substation and lines are in.
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The Board discussed having a representative from Richard J.,Dohovan', Inc,
at the meeting next week to advise further on their proposal,
Leonard Flynn and Charles Jones before the Board to discuss the new regula-
tions regarding septic tank systems, The Board agreed to hold a public
hearing on April 12, 1972 at 9:00 P.M. regarding the new regulations,
Lincoln Holske before the Board regarding the condition of Mill Street. The
Highway department did scrape the road and fill in the holes, but the holes
are opened up again. Trucks are hauling, the street is narrow and the
shoulders of the road are broken down. The Chairman advised that he had
spoken to A.A. Will and he had filled the holeS and put on cold patch.
When the frost is out of the ground he would repair the road further.
Selectman Collellafbrought up about people coming out of Thomas Street
onto North Main Street and turning left. There is a sign there, but people
do not see it. Suggested an island there, and other suggestions were for
the road to be painted calling attention to the left turn, and a four way
light at Rt. 106 and North Main Street.'
Paul Split was commended for the wonderful job he is doing taking the Golden
Age group to flower sho%% etc. Letter to be sent to him commending huq
and hoping that he will continue o these projects.
The Board agreed to hold its meeting next week at 4 :00 P.M.
Discussion regarding connecting the Attleboro and Mansfield Water supply
for emergency purposes.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Titus it was voted
to reappoint Harry Cook a member of the Board of Appeals for a three year
term. All in favor,
Upon a motion by Selectman Colella, seconded by Selectman Secber it was
voted to appoint Edward F. Beatty a member of the Library Truste es for a
three year term. 4-0 - Selectman Main,abstained from voting.
Upon a motion by Selectman Secher, seconded by Selectman Titus it was voted
to reappoint Richard J. Sheehan a member of the Library Trustee. All in
favor.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted
to reappoint Charles A. Campbell an Associate member of the Board of Appeals
for a two year term.
Selectman Secher nominated Eric Butler an Associate_..: member of the Board of
Appeals, but there was no second to the motion.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to
reappoint .John D. Prescott a member of the Board of Assessors for a three
year term.
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i Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to
appoint W, George Cruses, Jr,, N, Lawrence W Afile, Edward A. Sliney,Jocelyn
D. Rosado and Bertram Cook Constables for the town for a one year term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to
reappoint Jocelyn Rosado Dog Officer for a one year term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to
reappoint William A, Bellamy and Samuel Cutillo Fence Viewers for a one year
term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by .Selectman Main it was voted to
reappoint Elwood B. Shepard Field Driver for a one year term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted
to reappoint Cyril N. Bellavance Forest Warden for a one year term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted
to reappoint Robert H. Bell measurer of Leather for a one year term,
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted
to reappoint Allan Lunn as Measurer of Wood and Bark for a one year term,
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted
to reappoint Bruce T, Wood a member of the Recreation Commission for a three
year term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Secher it was voted to
reappointed Robert C. Webb a member of the Airport Commission for a three
year term, 4-0 _ Selectman Main abstained from voting.
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to
reappoint Elwood B, Shepard Animal Inspector for a one year term,
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to
reappoint Carl J, DePrizio a member of the World War II Scholarship Fund Com-
mittee for a five year term.
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Titus it was voted to
reappoint Bruno Copparini Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one year term,
Town Clerk advised the Board that the bond covering the gravel pit of Joseph
Rezzaexpires December 30, 1972 while the Board of Appeals permit expires November
30, 1972,
Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Colella it was voted to
go into executive session.
The regular meeting adjourned at 11:30 P.M,