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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 12-30-1970December 30, 1970 Meeting called at 7:30 P.M. All members present, and the Town Manager. Upon a motion by Selectman Conroy, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to approve the Warrant, the payroll totals to be added tomorrow. The Clerk read a letter from John P. Smith, 170 Tremont Street regarding his advertised hearing at 8:00 P.M. on his application for the underground storage of 5,000 gallons of gasoline and 10,000 gallons of diesel oil. The letter re- quested that the hearing be postponed as it was impossible for him to get the names of the abuttors because of the Town Hall fire. He requested the procedure to be followed regarding another hearing, and advised that he would be glad to reimburse the town for the cost of the ad. The Chairman advised the hearing had, to be called since it had been advertised. Letter received from the Commonwealth of Mass. Aeronautics Commission advising that as Airport Commissioners the Board should adopt rules for their airport. A sample set of rules was enclosed which should give a working basis, and park- ing regulations may be added. Letter received from the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District offering the town assistance in salvaging records, maps, etc. from the Town Hall fire. One of the staff will assist three days a week in setting up plans, and other staff members will be available if needed. The Town Manager advised that someone had been assisting the Town Planner with maps this week. Letter received from Stuart McBride, President of the Manufacturer's National Bank offering the use of the conference room, surplus equipment such as adding machines, etc., and assistance in computing the payrolls. If the list of town employees is given the Bank would be willing to give a short term signature loan, if necessary. Letter also read from John Ames, State Representative, offering any assistance that he could. Letter read from the Superintendent of Schools, Lyman C. Avery, in behalf of the School Committee advising the Board that the school department would be glad to have any committees or boards who wish to make use of the school facilities to call the Superintendent's office giving the date and time of the meeting. He had previously offered the use of the vault at the school. Letter received from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, State Reclamation Board, regarding the serious outbreak of encephalitis_c advising that precautions should be taken to combat the disease. Cities and towns can be of assistance in that they may appropriate money for the purpose of matching appropriations by the Commonwealth for the control of the disease, such sums as may be required, but not more than five thousand dollars. Money so appropriated shall be expended under the direction of the State Reclamation Board. - 2 - E. W. Ericson, Architect of North Easton, and John Maquire Assoc. of Providence sent letter to the Board advisingth6yt%oWd like to be considered in regard to the new municipal building, and would like an opportunity to meet with the Board. Selectman.Zecher advised that Okjhan,Soforenka and Priestley of 77 Washington Street North, Boston would like to be considered also. After dis- cussion regarding the number of requests from architects it was agreed that it would be a good idea if the firms would make sketches of the site and the proposed building. Upon a motion by Selectman Conroy, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to grant renewal CommonviFtuallers' licenses for Jack's Cafe, Inc. and Gloria Columbo Lodge. The Towh Manager advised that Howard Fowler gave him a note in regard to a possible location for the Police Department. The location is the present Brockton Taunton Gas Company's office. They are moving out reasonably soon. They will rent to the town for two years. The rent would be approximately $1,200.which is based on the taxes they pay per year. They will leave the counter and safe there. If the Board wishes any further investigations on further areas would be glad to follow it up. There is plenty of parking space at the location, too. The Gas company will be out of there in 30 days or sooner. Selectman Zecher stated that he thought the Board should accept the offer. Discussion followedi regarding paying the rent before the Town Meeting, and after further discussion upon a motion by Selectman Conroy, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to rent the store providing the rent can be prorated for ten months. Discussion regarding signing the bonds for Hoerner and Woldorf. The Town Manager advised that Mr. Moore of the Department of Commerce called and suggest- ed the date of January 11, 1971 at 11:00 A.M. The Town Counsel advised that as of today Roger Jewett would be up to talk to the Board. Waiting for lease from the Bond Counsel Dept. The Industrial Financing Authority has not met to take the necessary action. They have not seen the lease or discussed it with him. The Financing Authority will meet here Saturday morning, and plan to review it, and if everything is satisfactory will meet with the Board next Wednesday to make the necessary votes to petition the State Authority to bkay it. The Bond Counsel has advised that a Town Meeting vote is not needed. Hearing called at 8:00 P.M. on John P. Smith's application for the underground storage of fuel at 170 Tremont Street. The Clerk read the letter from Mr. Smith again since more people were present who were interested in the hearing. The Chairman advised that there would be a hearing called since it had been advertised. The Town Counsel advised there could be no hearing since Mr. Smith had requested postponement since abuttors could not be located. Advised people present they would be notified as abuttors of the rescheduled hearing. A letter to be sent to Mr. Smith advising there was no hearing held, and ad- vise him to refile his application when he is able to secure the names of the abuttors. Selectman Zecher questioned whether there should be a hearing or whether Mr. Smith should go to the Board of Appeals, since this seemed more than an agri- cultural enterprise. He is going to start a nursery,,the fuel oil to be used for equipment. Talked to Harry Cook about it, also Bob Eames and Building Inspector. Should request a sketch of what he plans to do. The Chairman de- clared the hearing closed at 8:15 P.M. - 3 - The Town Manager advised the Board that he met With Robert Currivan and Robert Eames in regard to the insurance policies. Wept over policies, have the build- ing insured for $268,000.. Demoliti6n of the building will have to come out of this amount, plus the replacement costs of equipment, etc. Town Manager advised that he had written a letter to Toni Westcott giving him the necessary information so that he will be able to start talking damages, etc. Retained Tom Westcott who is a construction cost estimator and appraiser of losses. Have a list of 14 architects. Should have some direction as to time and when the Board wants to set up these interviews. After a discussion, upon a motion by Selectman Conroy, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to start at 6:30 P.M. next Thursday and Friday nights to interview architects,one -half hour to each one, and if an overflow would carry over until Monday. Selectman Clemmey stated that he would like a list of recent work the afchitects had done so that the Board could check - municipal work in the state of Massachusetts. Selectman Main spoke regarding Mr. Button's request regarding the 1961 jeep with a 75 gal. water tank. Mr. Main had been up to see it, and thought the board members should go up and check: it. Selectman Clemmey advised he had seen it, it could replace the pickup and would be a valuable piece of equipment. The Board agreed to give Mr. Button an answer next week. Selectman Main spoke regarding the new Town Hall. Possibly should call a Special Town Meeting to decide whether the Selectmen should continue on the planning, or appoint a committee. Special Town Meeting necessary when the insurance money is available. Town Planner Maura suggested that a special meeting, or forum, be held within two weeks to give people a chance to show their interest. After discussion it was agreed to hold this meeting on Thursday, January 14, 1971 at the High School auditorium. The Town Planner presented plot plans for the Board's review regarding different ideas of locating the building on the present site, moving school administrative offices into the building as well as the Police Department. Considerable amount of land in the area to use to orient the building into the area. Suggest- ed plans showed different areas which could be converted into parking areas. Suggested a sheet of questions be made up to ask the architects, Would be will- ing to help. Selectman Clemmey suggested that whoever the architect is they should be told that the town would be getting full reimbursement from the insurance company in the amount of $268,000.and they should work with that amount plus: $110,000. received from Cabot, Cabot and Forbes for the land for their development. The architect should work within that figure. Would be reasonable for the town and wouldn't cost the people one cent on the tax rate. Lincoln Holske spoke regarding replacement of the Town Hall. From calls he re- ceived the feeling of the people Was that the municipal building should be built on the same site. Discussed different ideas for the planning. James Woodlock spoke regarding the town hall, and advised that no one had dis- cussed using the Park Row School. Commended the Board for the steps they have taken. - 4 -- Mrs. Jellinek, Director cfthe Civic Association inquired when the vaults of the Town Clerk and Town Treasurer would be moved, and was advised they should be moved by the latter part of next week. Upon a motion by Selectman Conroy, seconded by Selectman Main it was voted to go into executive session. The regular meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M. In executive session the Board discussed what should be done about the problem at the Chocolate Factory in view of the letter received from the State. After discussion, upon a motion by Selectman Zecher, seconded by Selectman Conroy it was voted to send a letter to Mr. (Vise at the Chocolate Company stating the three items stipulated by the State stating February 1, 1971 as the deadline. Copy to be sent to Camp, Dresser and McKee.