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July 14# 1971
Carryovers from previous meetings:
1, Attleboro Water bill - 6/16/71
2. Balcom Street _ see item 4 6/16/71
3. Ryan & Blliott _ item 4 - 6/16/71
4. Library - item 16 - 6/16/71
S. Inspection of public buildings - item 18 - 6/16/71
6. Vouchers #1950 and 1911 _ item 1 - 6/23/71
74 D.P.W. Seminar August 27 - 8 :00 P.M. Item 7 . 6/23/71
8. D.P.W. maintenance specs. item 9 - 6/23/71
9. Fisher Richardson House - Item 22 _ 6/23/71
10. Boarding up entrances at old Town Hall - Item 23 - 6/23/71
11. Check regarding card for rubbish - item 25 W 6/23/71
July 14, 1971
Meeting called at 7 :35 P,M.
All members present, and the Town Manager.
Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted
to approve the Treasurerfs Warrant in the amount of $46,013.53.
The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as distributed.
Letter read from Elwyn Atherton regarding a complaint in regard to the noise
nuisance caused by the continued daytime and nighttime barking of dogs
kept on the property of Helen E, Smith, 1027 East Street. Upon a motion by
Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted to have the
Dog Officer investigate, and the Board signed a Complaint of Vicious or
Barking Dogs to have the Dog Officer investigate, and report back to the
Board,
Copy of letter sent to Chief D'Afile from George Wojtkiewicz, Chairman
of the Environmental Health Committee was read regarding the recent fires
at the sanitary landfill site. The letter recommended a regular stakeout
of the area by the Police mentioning the hours from 5:00 to 9 :00 P,M, since
it is suspected that these fires have been set, and other vandalism has been
noted also.
Copy of letter to the Community Health Agency, Inc. in Attleboro read from
Town Counsel requesting clarification of Morbidity nursing care regarding
a Veteran's bill which was held up for payment because of a question.
Notice received regarding the Bristol County Selectmen's Associationts
clam bake to be held at Francis Farm, Rehoboth on July 22, 1971,
Copy of letter from the Town Counsel to Harry S. Cook, Chairman of the Board
of Appeals read regarding Fireside Realty Trustts application which was
denied by the Board of Appeals, If the petitioner feels that he may
be able to satisfy the requirements of the Board of Appeals, he should submit
a new application and a new public hearing would have to be held as if this
were an entirely new application. The letter also stated that the Town
Counsel could find no record of a town meeting vote accepting General Laws,
Chapter 40A section 20 which limits an application to once every two years
except under certain circumstances.
Notice received from Senator Parker in regard to comments and actions that he
has made in reference to new Court Houses,
The Board discussed the issue and thought that efforts should be made to
have the County Commissioners go along with the idea of renovation instead
of a new Court'House, Talked about arranging a meeting with the County
Commissioners.
Hearing at 7:45 P,M, on the application of Waldor Realty to alter certain
wetlands along the Canoe River in conjunction with the Pine Needle Park
subdivision. Mr. Millette or his Engineer Ralph Maloon were not present
at this time, and upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman
Caponigro it was voted to adjourn the hearing until 9:30 P.M,
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At 8 :00 P.M, the four members of the Board of Selectmen met in joint
session with two members of the Housing Authority to elect a new member of
the Housing Authority to replace Bernard Bellavance who resigned, Alice
Armstrong, Executive Director was also present, The Town Clerk and Select-
men were duly notified of Mr4 Bellavancets resignation, The Chairman called
for nominations, and the following names were submitted: Joseph Devlin,
80 Franklin Street; David'May, 116 South Main Street, and Leonard Gaboury
125 Court Street, As there were no further nominations, the Chairman closed
the nominations,
The vote was by secret ballot, and on the first ballot David May received
four votes, Joseph Devlin one,vote and Leonard Gaboury one vote. A second
ballot was taken, and was the same. A third ballot was taken and David May
received 5 votes, and Leonard Gaboury one vote;:. and David May was elected
a member of the Housing Authority to fill the vacancy until the Electidn in
January 1972,
Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted
to approve a one day beer license for July 18, 1971 for Tri County Beagle
Club, no beer to be sold before 12 noon,
Upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted
to grant a two day beer license for August 7 and 8 to the Tri County Beagle
Club, with the restrction that no beer will be sold until after 12 noon on
August 8,
The Town Manager reported on the bids received for bituminous concrete work
to be done on North Main Street and other streets in town, Five bids were
received, and Campanella Corporation was low bidder, and the Town Manager
recommended that the bid be awarded to Campanella Corporation, The Board
discussed the bids, and upon a motion by Selectman Caponigro, seconded by
Selectman Saunders it was voted to accept the bid of Campanella Corporation
to lay 1+' bituminous concrete on North Main Street from the corner of County
Street to the town line with the understanding that any other work other
than North Main Street, the Town Manager will get approval from the Board
for the other streets to be done under this contract in the amount of $4,410,
The Town Manager reported that the Dustin wells have been pumped, but we have
received no results back yet, but should hear next week what the results are,
The Board signed the contracts with the Firemen, The Town Counsel advised
this new contract embraces the memorandum agreed to which was to be added
to the old contract,
The Town Manager talked about the financing of the sewer plant alterations,
He had been discussing this with Don Breda and had been advised that the State
and Federal participation recommended alterations be included in the original
contract, The participation would be in the same per cent as the original
contract, Requested estimated costs for engineering, money received from
the State to be sent to him so he can make out the applications for State and
Federal participation, The project is still open, so the money can be added
onto the original contract,
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Selectman Caponigro suggested that a list of the contracts that are out
be submitted to the Board, i.e. Whitman and Howard, Camp, Dresser & McKee.
Selectman Saunders suggested that the Board have them in at a meeting to
discuss• the projects, have a meeting two weeks from tonight with Whitman
and Howard,
John Riccio before the Board to present a petition signed by over 200 people
requesting a reconsideration of the action that removes Police Officer
William Gormley from the Police Force. Petition praised Officer Gormley for
his performances on duty, and requested that he be retained in his present
position until he has the opportunity to be scheduled to take the Civil
Service examination. The Board agreed that he was a good Officer, but
Civil Service rulings prevail.
Selectman Main inquired about the request for overtime pay for James Mei,
and also inquired regarding the underpass work done at 106. Thought we should
check with the State regarding this road. He also inquired about the status
of Ryan and Elliott in regard to the easement for the relocation of Maple
Street, Would like to have a meeting /them too as soon as possible, the 28th
of July if possible, with
Discussion regarding advertising the sale of the old ambulance, and the packer
and determine whether to sell this or keep it and use it as a truck,
Selectman Caponigro reported on the activities of the Town Hall Building
Committee advising they have met with architects the past several weeks.
Selectman Saunders expressed concern regarding the stairwells, doors and
windows that are open at the old Town Hall site, should be covered with
plywood.
Resolution read regarding David R. Clemmey, former Chairman of the Board,
commending him for his services as a fine Selectmen. Copy of Resolution in
minute book,
Proclamation read regarding declaring a Hoerner Waldorf Company Day in town,
Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted
to declare July 21, 1971 Hoerner Waldorf Day in Mansfield. Copy of Proclama-
tion in minute book,
The Board to invite the Planning Board to attend its next meeting July 28th
regarding the relocation of Maple Street,
The Chairman advised that he had received a complaint regarding the conditions
at the former East Mansfield Community House, Youth group had been given
permission to use the building, but have not apparently been using it lately.
Suggested that the property should be sold. To check deed to see if the
town can sell it# and whether or not it goes back to the heirs of the donor.
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*Ralph Malloon:wa.s present representing Mr. Millette.
( At 9:30 P.M. the hearing for Waldor Realty, Pine Needle Estates on Franklin
Street was opened,* Letter was read from the Planning Board advising that
this property had been reviewed regarding the filling of the property
adjacent to the Canoe River within their subdivision. The Planning Board
recommended a notation should be placed on the plan stating that before any
portion of the lot can be filled that the muck and peat should be dredged
from the lot in order that all fill is placed on solid ground. Regarding
the drain pipe being covered, this would restrict the water and create a
dam effect during a flood period and wouldr:wash away any fill and create
an added maintenance problem for the town. Recommended that this drain
line only extend as far as the sewer easement, and a ditch be dug to handle
the water flow.
Letter read from the Conservation Commission which was being sent to the
Department of Natural Resources regarding the Pine Needle Estates regarding
the proposal to fill in the flood plains that border the Canoe River in order
to acquire three more lots for the proposed housing development. They felt
that the Canoe River is one of the last natural areas left in town, and the
Conservation Commission hopes to acquire this Canoe River basin in the future.
Mrs. Jellinek spoke regarding the notice in the paper regarding the public
hearing notice which did not state that this was ,a "Hatch Act" hearing.
Questioned how many houses could be put in the area and several other question:
Opposed and will officially oppose to the Department of Natural Resources.
Not good for the town, only for the builder.
After further discussion, the Board took the matter under advisement.
The Board reviewed the Subdivision Plan entitled Village Estates submitted
by Christian Schromm. All of the Board of Health requirements had been
completed and upon a motion Selectman Caponigro, seconded by Selectman
Saunders it was voted to send a letter to the Planning Board that the
Board approved the plan, and according to Article 11 of the State Sanitary
Code lots 4 through 8 had satisfactory percolation tests which are on file
with the Mansfield Health Agent.
Board advised of a joint meeting of Norton and Mansfield Planning Boards on
Monday, July 19, 1971 at 8:00 P.M. to review plans for the Scarpellini
subdivision off Oak Street.
Town Planner advised that he had sent out a list of instructions and forms
to all departments to complete information by August 31, and a copy to each
member of the Board regarding the program. Requested each department to de..
velop,an,i.nventory and to estimate projects that would have a $1,000, value
or more for the next 10 years.
L. Ferrier met with the Board regarding the increased light rates, Had
appraisals with him for the land for the Oak Street substation and new trans-
former lines. Appraisals to be given to the Town Counsel to get ready for
Town Meeting, Board to discuss at another meeting, He also brought up about
bids received for stock items for approval. This was also tabled until the
( Board had a chance to review the bids.
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Selectman Saunders explained in detail his computations regarding the,
proposed increase in rates along with Mr. Ferrier's suggestions. Mr,
Ferrier explained about the bond issue of $750,000, over a period of
twenty years at 6 %, for the construction of the new.substation. Three
different >rate increases were mentioned, namely Imo, 15% and 26%.
After discussion Mr. Ferrier recommended 20% :I-Ancrease across the board
stating that 15% will not turn anything over to the town in lied of taxes.
The rate increase would go into effect the first of August, and a notice
should be put in the paper,
Selectman Caponigro moved to increase the rate 22% across the board, but
there was no second to his motion, Selectmen Zecher, Saunders and Main were
in favor of a.15% increase, and upon a motion by Selectman Main, seconded by
Selectman Saunders it was voted to increase the rate 15916 across the board,
3-1 vote - Selectman Caponigro opposed.
Selectman Saunders proposed that the commericlal and low tension power rates
in the same categories be combined into the commercial power rate,
Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted
to combine the commercial and low tension power rates into one commercial
power rate.
Discussion regarding the 25% discount now in effect, and upon a motion by
Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to extend the
discount to all classes of consumers.
Selectman Caponigro moved for reconsideration on the 15% increase, but there
was no second to his motion.
The meeting adjourned at 11:25 P.M,
RESOLUTION BY THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
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MANSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS, U.S.A.
WHERBAS,
The Honorable David R. Clemmey has served this town and this
board with distinction and dedication, and;
WHEREAS`,
He has served as both Clerk and then Chairman of the Board
since his election on January 20, 1969, and;
WHEREAS.
He has further demonstrated his civic awareness by serving
on'the Ad hoc Regional Sewerage Disposal Committee, the Maple
Park Recreation Association Board and the Bristol County
.Selectments Association as its secretary, and;
WHEREAS,
He has distinguished himself by thorough study and objective
thinking while working diligently on many municipal problems;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED,
That said David R. Clemmey be commended by this Board and his
duly elected colleagues as a fine Selectman who will be sore *y
missed. Declared unanimously this 17th Day of June, 1971.
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P R O C L A M A T I O N
The BOARD OF SELECTMEN, acting as the duly elected governing body .
of the TOWN OF MANSFIELD; and as'such, having full responsibility 'to: act
for.the well being of the said TOWN OF MANSFIEID, do hereby proclaim
July 214 1971^ as Hoerner Waldorf Day in Mansfield, Massachusetts,
WHEREAS: Hoerner Waldorf Corporation has recognized the advantages
offered by Mansfield by locating their new business .
office'and manufacturing plant in Mansfield$ Massachusetts,
WHEREAS: Hoerner Waldorf Corporation has completed a new building
in Mansfield offering 1669400 square feet of floor space;
of an architectural design, and quality of construction
which will serve as guidelines for future industriesp
WHBREASS Hoerner Waldorf Corporation has completed a new building
in Mansfield, which building incorporates the most modern
and efficient concepts in plant layout, material handling,
manufacturing, and
WHEREASS Officials of Hoerner Waldorf Corporation at the initial
meeting between them and the Board of Selectmen on
January 40 1970, and during the many meetings during the
construction period, have shown wholehearted,cooperation
with the Board of Selectmen, in recognizing and safeguard -
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ing the present and future interests of the Town,