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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 3-19-1969March 19, 1969 Meeting called for 7:30 P.M. All members present, and the Town Manager, Upon a motion by Selectman Lecher, seconded by Selectman Clemmey it was voted to approve the Treasurer's Warrant in the amount of $87,212.94. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as submitted, John J. Amati, 12 Creedon Street and Frederick C. Lishman, 9 Davis Street were drawn as traverse jurors for Superior Court for the April sitting, The Chairman read a letter from Governor Francis W. Sargent thanking the Board for informing him of its activities, and advised that he looked forward to working with the Board on matters of mutual concern, The Chairman also read a letter from Senator John Quinlan requesting the Board's thoughts and suggestions regarding Welfare and Medicaid costs facing the State, Selectman Kellam discussed the meeting in Stoughton last Saturday conducted by the Massachusetts Selectmen's Association, mentioning the ten point program of the Massachusetts Taxpayers' Foundation 's program for cutting costs, and the tax problems facing the State. After a discussion, upon a motion by Selectman Kellam, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted to write to Senator Donahue, Governor Sargent, Senator Quinlan, Representative Walter O'Brien, and others, suggesting they follow the Taxpayers' Foundation's program for cutting costs; request officials not to form any more study committees; and to make some cuts in the cost of Medicaid. Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Kellam it was voted to to on record to support the Finance Committee which is requesting a 5% reduction in the budget in all departments by all department heads, Mr, Charles Bridges of 243 Plain Street, and others from the area, came before the Board to complain about the incident of the Dog Officer shooting a dog on the step of his home, stating that the door was open and blood spattered inside the house on his daughter's leg. Mr. Bridges wanted to know what right the Dog Officer had to do this on private property, The Chairman stated that the dog had run to Mr. Bridges' home from the street and was badly wounded, and that was the reason the Dog Officer had to shoot the dog the second time. Mrs. Burke, the owner of the dog stated that her daughter was in the back yard when the first shot was fired, and it was a dangerous situation where children are. Arduine DeSantis and her sister Isabelle also complained about it being illegal to shoot a dog unless he has rabies, should have a tranquilizer gun. The Chairman further advised that the dog was unlicensed and off its proQ perty, and there had been recent complaints about the animal and the Dog Officer was sent out there to investigate. Under the law he has the right to destroy all dogs, if necessary, Selectman "Lecher stated that the Board has an obligation to look into the facts, talk to the Dog Officer and others and see what can be done about it. Selectman Kellam was in favor of full enforce- ment of the leash law, but thought the manner of enforcement is quite important. ( He would want to discuss it with the Board and take it under discussion this evening. 3/19/69 - 2 - Letter received from the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District advising of a meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 1969 at 8:00 P.M. on the subject of regional planning for solid waste disposal. Letter to be referred to Leon W. Dean,the Board's representative, Another communication received from the Southeastern Regional Planning and Eco- nomic Development District regarding the re- certification of delegates to the the Commission, the term to be from April first of the year appointed to March thirty -first of the succeeding year. A request was made that a letter from the Board be sent regarding its appointment or reappointment before March 31, 1969, Selectman Kellam moved to reappoint Leon W. Dean as the Selectmen!s Representa- tive to the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District, but there was no second to his motion. There were no other nominations and the Chairman suggested a motion to have one of the Selectmen attend the meetings, Selectman Clemmey then seconded Selectman Kellam'smotion for reappointment of Mr. Dean, and it was so voted, 2 -1 vote, Selectman Zecher was opposed, and Selectman Saunders abstained from voting, Fernand Bedard, Marshal for the Veterans' Patriotic Holiday ceremonies for the year spoke with the Board regarding the amount of money avaible in the budget this year for expenses. He also checked regarding the official Memorial Day observance date, The Board to advise when the official notice is received. Applications for a Sunday live entertainment license, and also a Sunday dance license from Grace Pelligrini, d /b /a Daggs Lounge, were tabled until next week for further checking. Upon a motion by Selectman Kellam, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to grant a Hackney carriage license for Carr & Cripps, Inc, for Donald Travers, 96 Highland Avenue, Upon a motion by Selectman Lecher, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted to giant Carr & Cripps, Inc, permits to operate the following cars: 1963 Ford Country Squire; 1964 Plymouth Fury; 1966 and 1967 Checker cabs, Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Kellam it was voted to grant a renewal Sunday license for Henry J. Holland, d /b /a Sam Holland Hobby Land, at 164 Ndrth Main Street, Letter received from Mary C. French stating her concern about the recent incident created by the Dog Officer, The Chairman read a letter submitted by' Mrs, Margot Jellenek, 1961 West Street regarding a report given by the Chairman of the Planning Board in regard to the earth removal By -Law, recommending that it be indefinitely postponed, and it was so voted at Town Meeting, The letter requested the Board to call a public hear_ ing,so that the voters of the town may become informed regarding the recommenda- tions submitted, so that the By -Law can again be considered in a special meet- ing within the postponed annual town meeting next month. No action was taken. Letter received from the Chairman of the Mansfield Planning Board advising the Selectmen that the Planning Board is unable to find a replacement to fill the unexpired term which exists, and therefore requests the Selectmen to appoint someone, 3/19/69 - 3 Upon a motion by Selectman Saunders, seconded by Selectman Kellam it was voted to abate an ambulance bill in the amount of $10,00 billed to William Buck, 70 Stearns Avenue, (Mr, Puck had already paid the town of Foxboro for the use of its ambulance); The Town Manager reported on the drainage problems corrected this week to alleviate possible flood conditions, Selectman Clemmey spoke regarding the 5% reduction across the board in the budget. He advised that he had met with the Finance Committee, and they have done a good job of cutting the budget. He also stated that there are areas that cannot be cut, The Finance has a recommendation that is going to be good. Can not see a flat 5% reduction in the complete budget, not feasible at this time. A discussion followed regarding amending the previous motion supporting the 5% cut across the board, but upon a motion by Selectman Zecher, seconded by Selectman Saunders it was voted to let this motion stand regarding the 5% cut for now, Selectman Kellam recommended that there should be an area for swimming for the young people, suggesting the Canoe River area, After discussion, upon a motion by Selectman Kellam, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to write to the Conservation Commission, and the Recreation Committee regarding recreational facilities for this summer, and have them report back to the Board. Upon a motion by Selectman Kellam, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to appoint Selectman Saunders to the" #495 Comes Alive" Committee, sponsored by the Department of Commerce in North Attleboro, Upon a motion by Selectman Kellam, seconded by Selectman Zecher it was voted to go into executive session. The regular meeting adjourned at 9:25 P.M.