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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 10-25-1972October 25, 1972 Meeting called at 4:15 P.M. Members present: Selectmen Caponigro, Main and Titus and the Town Manager, and Town Counsel. -Selectmen Seeher and Colella came in later. The Chairman read the amount of the Treasurer's Warrant in the amount of $262,091.26. Selectmen Main brought up about the County Tax, on the Warrant for payment. Thought the Board should pursue the matter further, should go further politically, write a letter to our representative. Chairman Main also questioned voucher #3705, C.T. Carpets, Co., in the amount of $57.35 for a rug for the Highway Administrators office charged under the Maintenance Account. There was a discussion, and Selectmen Caponigro and Titus voted in favor and Selectman Main was opposed. A motion was made by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Main to approve the Treasurer's Warrant in the amount of $252,091.26,and it was so voted. (Selectman Main opposed to voucher #3705). A motion was made by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Titus to approve the minutes of 1011 and 1018 meetings as presented, and it was so voted. Notice received from:: the Department of Public Worke regarding a seminar to be con- ducted on State Aid High Programs at Pier 4 in Boston on Wednesday; November 89 1972. The purpose of this seminar is to acquaint municipal officials, and others, with the various state programs available to improve Mass. highways. The Board met with representatives from Woods Real Estate. and their Attorney re- garding the sign located at 235 Chauney Street. Attorney Kieran reviewed back to when the former Building Inspeo*. gave permission for the erection of the sigh: and the letters sent by the Board of Selectmen and Town Counsel advising that a variance from the Board of Appeals was necessary for this sign. Attorney Kieran advised that the signs could be erected according to Town By -Laws, and by order of the Board since the sign is located in Business C. He requested that an order should be issued by the Board for permission for the sign. There was a discussion regard- ing the sign, or signs, one being a "Commander" sign below the regular sign, which the Board questioned. After further discussion it was agreed to take the matter under advisement and act on it as soon as possible.. The Board advised that Mrs. Ennis of Branch Street has recommended Mr. Henry Nordberg of 140 Branch Street for consideration for appointment to the Housing Authority. Discussion regarding appointment to the Housing Authority to fill the vacancy. A motion was made by Selectman Seeher, seconded by Selectman Main to meet next Wednesday, November 1, 1972 at 8:30 P.M. with the Housing Authority to fill the vacancy on the Housing Authority, and it was so voted. Letter received from David Harris, 517 Elm Street advising that he would like to be considered for an appointment on the Great Moods Study Committee. Letter received from BBC. Associates, a consulting firm specializing in the acqui- 1 si.tion of federal and state financial assistance for communities such as Mansfield, outlining the scope of federal assistance available to the town. Letter advised they would like to arrange an appointment to discuss the services offered by B.C. Associates in greater 'detail. Selectmen Main announced his intention to run for re- election in January. - 2 - 1 Received permission from the Division of Water Pollution Control for a permit for sewer extension for C.C. & F. hookup. The Board, Town Manager and Press reoeived an invitation from Mrs. Jellinek for Sunday, October 29, 1972 between 11:00 A.M. and 12:00 noon for a "European Breakfast" at her home on West Street. Letter received from Whitman & Howard, Ino.forwarding a proposal for conducting a prolonged pumping test in the Witch Pond Area for the town, outlining the work that will be done in conjunction with the prolonged pumping test and report, as well as the cost for each item. Report received from Bertram M. Cook, Building Inspector regarding inspection of gravel pits; namely A.A. Will; Bertarelli Brothers; Joseph Rezza and Paul Cooper. Request received for permission to hold a political rally the evening of Friday, November 3, 1972 from 6 :30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. The motorcade will start from Democratic headquarters at 193 North Main Street, proceed through town and return to headquarters for refreshments. The Board and other interested persons:are in- vited to attend. A motion was made by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Secher to grant permission to the Democratic Town Committee for a political rally November 3, 1972 from 6 :30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.and it was so voted. 3 -2 Selectmen Titus and Colella opposed. Vote reconsidered at 111 meeting, and it was a unanimous vote to grant permission for the rally. Letter received from Diary D. Flynn, 102 Jewell Street advising the Board that she would like to be considered as an appointee to the Great Woods Study Committee. The Board approved sewer permits for Joseph Gartman; American Legion Home and William Lawrence. Request received from the Airport Commission !,!kor a transfer from the Reserve Fund to the Light and Power Account for the Airport in the amount of 8450. After a dis- cussion the Board agreed to have Mr. Vose meet with the Board next week regarding this request. A motion was made by Selectman Colella, seconded by Selectman Secher to appoint Theodore Reed, 97 Otis Street a member of the Permanent Building Code Committee., and was so voted. Selectman Main brought up about the parking problem at Graphic Laboratories. Thought when the drainage was put in the lot that it would be used for parking area. Dis- cussed no parking on street, and agreed the matter should be followed up regarding this parking probleR. Board discussed Canoe River Acres regarding a trench to be investigated by the Build- ing Inspector. Chairman Caponigro advised regarding a meeting of the Task Force. Discussed Route 25 and priority Environmental Impact study will be complete in about two months, construction.`to.startcin about two ye4rp. = Disoussed 140- tintprchangey,11ejoxity of the Board in favor;of having interohange:'in'Mansfi.eld, think the town should have an interchange. The Board discussed setting up a meeting with Chad Maurer and Michael Murphy near the di•tbh: near the Parente property to explain the cost. Upon a motion by Selectman Titus, seconded by Selectman Becher it was voted to go into executive session. The regular meeting adjourned at 5 :25 P.M. October 25, 1972 The Board discussed a few things in executive session, and then went into open session. Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Seoher it was voted to accept the top part of the Woods Real Estate sign and to disapprove the "Commander" part of the sign, and to send a letter to Woods Real Estate stating the Board's reasons. A motion was made by Selectman Seoher, seconded by Selectman Main to appoint Mary D. Flynn, 102 Jewell Street a member of the Great Woods Study Committee, and it was so voted.