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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 5-31-1972May 31, 1972 Executive session. Discussed Town Clerk and Accountant position. Letter from Joan Cutillo, Town Collector regarding an abatement for real estate taxes which were paid on December 12, 1970, but the receipt was destroyed in the Town Hall fire. A motion was made by Selectman Clain, seconded by Selectman Titus to abate the interest and Tax Title charges in the amount of $50.60 regarding a Tax Title taken on property at 96 Charles Street in 1971 for nonpayment of 1970 taxes. Discussion regarding sewer oontraot9;for C.0 &F in the amount of $10,500. Town Counsel to check before signing the contract. Discussed Regulations for Unsewered Areas. Selectman Main suggested amend- ments to Article 11 - taken under advisement. A check to be made regarding application for a sign by R.M. Klenowski, D.D.S. to be erected on land owned by Copeland Realty Trust. Discussion regarding Gilbert Street land -to sbhedule a percolation test to be made to rever fy,former pero =test.,taken. May 31, 1972 Meeting called at 7:45 P M. Members present: Selectmen Caponigro, Main, Becher and Col611A:, Selectman Titus came in a short time later. A motion was made by Selectman Main to approve the Treasurer's Warrant in the amount of $56,878.06 with the exception of voucher #1740 to be held for checking with Fire Chief, which was seconded by Selectman Becher, and so voted. A motion was made by Selectman Main to accept the minutes of last week's meeting which was seconded by Selectman Colella, and so voted. Selectman Becher was appointed temporary Clerk until the Clerk arrives. Letter from the Chamber of Commerce advising they were opposed to the construction of a new multi- million dollar centralized Bristol County Superior Courthouse. The reason for the opposition is simple, cannot afford the luxury, especially at a time when other solutions are possible at far less the cost. The matter has been referred to the Senate and House. The report advised that a new Courthouse would cost $10000,000. and the majority wanted it or nothing at all. Mansfield's share would,be $334,585.99• It is possible that a public hearing will be held at the State House shortly. It is likely that a public hearing will be held at the State House shortly, and the town should be prepared to state its position. Remaining silent would be taken to mean that the town is in favor of the construct- ion. Requested that the Chamber of Commerce be advised of the town's position in the matter. Board agreed to write to Senator Parker advising that we are opposed and to Representative Ames and Senator Quinlan requesting to be advised of any meetings or hearings regarding the Courthouse. A motion was made by Selectman Main, and seconded by Selectman Becher to approve the renewal Vehicle Milk Licenses for Bliss Brothers Dairy, Inc.; Garelick Farms, and Dairylee, Inc.; and H. P. Hood & Sons, and it was so voted. A motion was made by Selectman Colella, seconded by Selectman Becher to approve a one day beer license to be used on June 17, or a rain date of June 18, for the Mansfield FireFighters Service Club at Memorial Park, beer not to be sold until 12 noon if held on June 18, and it was so voted. Ralph Mal.00n before the Board with the plans of Hall Street drainage, sewerage and road work. There were eleven residents of the neighborhood at the meeting to review the plans. Mr. Maloon advised the road would. be 22' of pavement, and this will not require any land taking, and will not necessitate any utilities to be moved. The proposed cost would be $55,000. The cost for paving the road would be $10,500.; sewerage $24,000. and drainage $21,000. This amount for drainage would drain the street. The Town Manager advised that State funds under Chapter 768, Section 4, Acts of 1969 Bond Issue are being requested by the town in the amount of $8,130.15. This money could be used as partial funding with town funds for the reconstruction of Hall Street -, and could be put in as an Article for the Special Town Meeting? or this money could be shifted to another project. -2- The people present favored putting in the sewerage, the rest did not. Thought ( he drainage should be put in without the sewer which would double the cost. It was suggested`; that the betterment charges could be waived going by a house, and later when person connected they would pay the betterment if this were voted. Some people were opposed to widening the street. Discussed having an article in the Special Town Meeting, and let the voters decide regarding the project. The meeting with residents ended, and the Board discussed the project. Selectmen Main moved to put an article in the Special Town Meeting, written by the Town Couhsel in relation to Hall Street, for a total of $55,500.; namely $10,500. for paving; $24,000. and $21,000. for drainage, which was seconded by Selectman Colella. The Chairman suggested waiting until next week for further discussion.. Selectmen Titus and Secher were in favor of waiting until next week. After further discussion the Chairman called for the vote and'- it was 2 -2 with one abstention. There was further discussion and Selectman Main withdrew his motion, and Selectman Colella withdrew his motion. The Town Manager advised that he had spoken with Mr. wheeler at the Cooperative Bank regarding the driveway entrance to the Town parking lot, and would get a cost for the project. Estimated cost would be $350. to $400. Selectman- :Colella suggested revising the agenda. Suggested having people on the agenda first at 7 :30 P.M. and all other business at the end of the meeting. The Chairman who sets up the agenda to take the suggestion under consideration. He also brought up about the fire on Maple Street last weekend, advising that there is no town water out there on Maple Street. Board discussed the problem, but agreed that installation of water mains is a Capital Improvement, and an article should be prepared for water on Maple Street for the annual Town Meeting. Discussed Creeden Street complaint regarding dust from people using dirt entrance onto Bank property going to Fernandes. Town Manager to check with Attleboro Savings Bankf owner of the land, regarding do not enter signs. Selectman Secher reported on the Election held by Self -Help, Inc. advieng that Francis Annese was elected low income representative for Self -Help, Inc. She. also reported regarding gravel trucks on Williams Street; Police Chief to study problem of gravel trucks. Discussion regarding ddadending Paine Road instead of making it one -way. Town Manager to check with Mrs. Whittier regarding her feelings. Discussion regarding setting up a; meeting with the School Committee between the 6th and 10th of the month. The Chairman advised that the Board will meet with representatives from SRPEDD next week regarding the water study. Selectman Main still not in favor of the meeting and wished to go on record that he is against the study being made. Board agreed to have George Howland the Town's consultant at.the meeting. Board to hold a work session to go over the articles for Special Town Meeting on June 9 at 5:00 P.M. Town Counsel to be advised of meeting. A motion was made by Selectman Main and seconded by Selectman Seoher to go into ( executive session. The regular meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.