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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS EXEC MINUTES 19891989 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUETS i 7 BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION JANUARY 4, 1989 PRESENT: Charman Harrington; Selectmen Dunn, Markt, Levine; Town Manager The Town Manager said he wanted to give Board members an update on the Nicholas Harris land swap, adding that Selectman Dunn did a fine job on this. Nick Harris advised Tom that the Board's proposal of a few weeks ago was acceptable. Selectman Dunn then reviewed what he had discussed with Nick Harris. The Board would like to have the lots that abut the road. If Nick Harris receives the right to go through Town -owned land, he will get six (6) buildable lots. The Town will not get, and does not want, the other land offered. If the Town wants to sell the six lots, they will conform with certain covenants and Nick Harris will be given right of first refusal at market price. Selectman Harrington wanted to learn if they are percable lots. The Planning Board wants a letter of understanding from the Selectmen to Nick Harris. Selectman Dunn commented that he put this through by pointing out economical benefits. MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk ✓ Cleerk Date signed BOARD OF SEELCTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION February 1, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Harrington; Selectmen Dunn, Levine, Markt, Tartufo; Town Manager Guerrini Case - The Town Manager advised Board members that the attorney rep- resenting the Town in this case feels Guerrini may not be particularly helpful in representing the case. Tom said the attorney could make Guerrini look bad because of prior knowledge from a former case (1984). There is to be a hearing next Wednesday to determine whether there is any problem in the representation and if the law firm should withdraw. If it does, it is to the Town's detriment. The insurance company does not want the attorney to withdraw, but without the hearing the judge could end it. Vincent Guerrini needs counsel; he wants to know who will pay for his counsel; the insurance company is willing to split Guerrini's counsel feel with the Town. All parties would be represented inde- pendently at the hearing. The Town Manager said he told Buerrini to find an attorney and have him contact the insurance attorney. Consensus of the Board was "no problem ". ASH Property - Attorney Gelerman has had contact with Attorney Tweedy and the Hovnanian Company. The water is being tested and property being surveyed, and there is an article on the Town Meeting Warrant for Eminent Domain approval. MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk ,?f a A?2 Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Harrington; Selectman Dunn, Tartufo, Markt, Levine; Town Manager Clerks' Contract - The Town Manager said he had concerns with the step scale; the increase is pretty high; he would like to reduce the size of the incre- ment. If there is a merit arrangement, then the Board must be prepared to go above the regular 6 %. Chairman Harrington said he would like to keep the present steps plus 4% cost - of- living. Consensus of the Board was to leave steps as they are with a 4?% cost -of- living. The Town Manager said he wants something concerning probationary employees and sick leave accumulation and sick leave "banking "; he wants "banking" to be de- fined. The Board told him to go forward and research. The Clerks want tuition reimbursement and the Town Manager said he approves as long as marks are acceptable, with an employee controbution. The Board sup- ported this. The Clerks requested overtime. ASH Property - The Town Manager explained there will be a special article on ( the Town Meeting Warrant for "taking" of property by eminent domain. He had a map showing the portion of the property cut out for the Ash home; the Board supported this. He reported the consultants recommend additional water quality testing; surveying is being done and flagging the wetlands. Reporting on a meeting with the Hovnanian Companies of Massachusetts, Inc., the Town Manager said what they want to do will have an impact on schools, water, sewer, etc.. They want the Town to extend the sewer line and they will pay the cost. They want to charge a fee to other developers to hook up. They are saying the Selectmen support them to have the area zoned for 260 homes on 10,000 sq. ft. lots (178 acres, a percentage of which is wetlands). They are looking at access on Elm Street, with the Town allowing them an easement across some Town -owned land (dry land), a wedge behind Benoit's property. Attorney Dalton advises the Board to not be against it, let the people shut it down at Town Meeting. Advise Hovnanian to go forward to Planning Board and ask them to please not present the Selectmen as being anything but neutral. Attorney Dalton feels it will have to be eminent domain. MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk �,' -- // Date signed` BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION FEBRUARY 22, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Dunn; Selectmen Markt, Tartufo, Harrington, Levine; Town Manager The Town Manager had sent a Memorandum to Board members sometime ago regard- ing Non -Union Salaries and Positions. He asked tonight if the Board was ready to endorse these positions or is it willing to look at the bottom line of the increases (a certain percent). The Town Manager said the bottom line increase is only 5$ %; most department heads 7 % -712%. He said he believes the Town should treat non -union personnel as well as, or better, than union people. He pointed out he has reclassified two positions; i.e. the Council On Aging Director and the Assessors Office Supervisor. MOTION: To approve the salaries as proposed in the Town Manager Memorandum dated January 24, 1989, each subject to performance evaluation. Tartufo / Markt Selectman Harrington said he had reservations on the Community Development Director and Environmental Planner; he also commented on the Fire Department secretary receiving a higher percent level increase than the Board of Select- men secretary. The Motion was withdrawn and due to the hour, it was decided to continue dis- cussion to another night. MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk _e_ e� Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION March 1, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Dunn; Selectmen Markt, Harrington, Tartufo, Levine; Town Manager ASH Property - The Town Manager wanted to discuss a legal description for the portion of the Ash property alotted for the Ash family; he said the area equals recommended zponng under the proposed new Master Plan. MOTION: To approve the proposed plan as explained by the Town Manager Harrington / Tartufo VOTED: 5 -0 The Town Manager advised that the wetlands are more extensive than anticipated. The water quality is being done. Hovanian is going to meet with the Planning Board. The Town Manager said the Capital Improvement Committee has endorsed acquisi- tion of the property next to the Fire Station either by purchase or eminent domain. This must go to Town Meeting, of course. MINTUES APPROVED: Clerk Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION March 8, 1989 PRESENT: Selectmen Tartufo, Markt, Levine; Town Manager ASH Property - The Town Manager reported that Anderson & Nichols is proposing a series of computer wells. They recommend obtaining a 4 -acre parcel from Richard Morse; it is wetlands. Selectman Tartufo suggested it may be obtainable through a restrictive easement. The Town Manager suggested acquiring it by eminent domain, which must be done by Town Meeting. A 400 foot radius is needed for a well; Selectman Tartufo reminded members Richard Morse's parcel is a stump dump. It was noted that tubular wells will yield better draw. MOTION: To authorize an appraisal and investigate possible restrictive ease- ment on the Richard Morse property, or land taking. Tartufo /Levine VOTED: 3 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION March 15, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Dunn; Selectmen Tartufo, Markt, Harrington, Levine; Town Manager CALL FIREFIGHTERS - The Town Manager reported that he and the Fire Chief had met with the Call Firefighters last night for consideration of the proposal for them; they did not endorse it. They want health insurance, retroactive pay and several other points. Now they will try to get what they want from the Board of Selectmen. The question is whether the Board wants to stick by policy pre- sented or have the Town Manager go back to negotiate with them. Selectman Harrington said he supports salary increase restroactive to July 1, 1988; health and disability are the big problem. They are asking for protection equal to the permanent firefighters, arguing they are risking their life the same as the permanent firefighters. Selectman Harrington suggested having a Selectman sit in for the next negotiating session. The Town Manager advised retro- active pay would equal approximately $16,000. The two year schedule was agreed to, which they wanted, phased in over two years. Health insurance would require a Town Meeting vote and opens it up to all. $4,000 per firefighter is the cost for health insurance; disability is given, permanent disability is not required. The Call Firefighters want the same coverage as the permanent firefighter if they are hurt on the job because they are doing the same thing as a permanent firefighter. The Town Manager said this is not "collective bargaining" and the Board does not have to agree with their demands. There is temporary and permanent disability; the wages, but not retroactive, show a 33% increase. Selectman Levine referred to #1 and #2 in the Town Manager's Memorandum, saying paying them more than they make is ludricous, but she agrees with retroactive pay. They are not regular firefighters; pay at the lowest level (step 1) if tey are injured and they have to be paid disability; permanent disability if they are injured on the job. MOTION: To accept their request for retroactive pay and to establish the rate of pay if disabled at Step 2 of first year permanent firefighter's contract. AMENDED MOTION: To endorse the policy as put forth by the Fire Chief with the exception of setting the rate of pay at the firefighter's first year Step 2, adopting retroactive pay subject to funding from Town Meeting or transfer. Levine /Harrington Selectman Markt did not agree with retroactive pay. The decision was then to make the motion on the policy in open meeting. MINUTES APPROVED: � � 2�alYa Clem Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION APRIL 5, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Markt, Sarro; Town Manager The Town Manager explained that he wants the concept of the Salaries and Classification endorsed; later he will bring a revised schedule to the Board. Chairman Tartufo said the Board wishes to review their secretary's job descrip- tion to make sure it will incorporate "Executive Secretary" title. The Town Manager passed around the changed description, advising there were two places within the context requiring the change. Other than that change, the Town Manager said he had made only two changes in the Classification scale which he will bring back to the Board in June or July. * MOTION: To approve the Selectmen Secretary job description. Harrington /Sarro VOTED: 4 -0 * MOTION: To approve the concept of salaried positions. Harrington /Sarro VOTED: 4 -0 * MOTION: To come out of Executive Session. Harrington /Sarro POLLED: 4 -0 * MOTION: To adjourn (at 10:00 P.M.). Harrington /Sarro VOTED: 4 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk � / /el /P'2 Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION JULY 5, 1989 PRESENT: Selectmen Harrington, Sarro, Markt; Town Manager The Town Manager explained that a problem had arisen with the sale of the Spauld- ing School; it concerned the underground heating oil storage tank buried on the site. He said he had met with the prospective purchasers of the property, Donald and Mary Steele, their attorney, Joseph Hannon, and their builder, Peter Fontan- ini, as well as Town Counsel, Max Volterra. The Steeles had raised four issues: 1) The underground storage tank 2) Need for "21E" environmental review pursuant to State law 3) New requirement authorized by the 1989 Annual Town Meeting for a sprinkler system 4) 1989 zoning by -law requiring buffering of the Spaulding School lot if on -site parking were to be provided.. The Town Manager said that he had reached a conceptual agreement with the Steeles on a resolution of these matters. Selectman Harrington;,ddViised, however,, that the Steeles had apparently reconsidered their position over the weekend and were no longer in agreement with the proposed resolution. Board members discussed vari- ous ways to resolve the matter, ultimately indicating it would be prepared to do the following: 1) Authorize the Steeles to remove the underground storage tank at their initial expense; however, should it be determined that the Town failed to properly abandon the tank, pursuant to the requirement in effect at the time of abandonment (late 1:9706 early 1980s), then the Town would try to reimburse the Steeles for the expense of that removal. The Board recognized that funds are not immediately available for reimbursement and could not be pledged to the Steeles in other than a good faith ef- fort to reimburse their expense. If the tank was properly handled at the time of abandonment, the Steeles would not be reimbursed for any cost associated with the removal. Furthermore, the Steeles would be given the right to terminate the pur- chase agreement for the property if it was determined that any environ- mental damage had resulted from the Town's failure to abandon its tank appropriately. Under any other conditions the Steeles would forfeit their deposit towards the purchase of the property. 2) The Steeles would perform the "21E" study at their own expense. 3) The Steeles would determine on their own their liability for the sprink- ler system after further meetings with the Town's Fire Department offi- cials and the State fire officials, as appropriate. Selectman Sarro asked the Town Manager to convey to the Steeles his be- lief that the building should be sprinklered in any event. 4) The Steeles will pursue on their own initiative a- wajiver- request -to the Zoning Board of Appeals'of: the new by =law dealing ii.itii'bufforing- require- ments for on- site - parking: TheiToWn'�nwill�isupport that effort through the Board and Town Manager. BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION ( JULY 5, 1989 PAGE 2 The Town Manager was directed to convey the above consensus to the Steeles and their attorney and to work toward a resolution of the problem in accordance with the consensus guidelines described above. * MOTION: To go out of Executive Session. Sarro / Markt VOTED: 3 -0 * MOTION: To adjourn (at 7:45 P.M.). Markt / Sarro VOTED: 3 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION AUGUST 22, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Harrington, Sarro, Markt; Town Manager The Board was polled to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy and possible litigation. Selectman Sarro left for this discussion; Town Counsel, Max Volterra was pres- ent. Town Counsel explained that Daniel Bortolussi of Great Woods Chrysler - Plomouth, Inc. at 515 South Main Street, still owns the property. He said the deal for transfer of ownership did not go through. Mansfield Chrysler - Plymouth, Inc. re- ceived licenses but did not receive ownership (Mr. DeBaise) and the two parties are fighting over a $25,000 deposit. Selectman Harrington asked if the Board could vote to revoke the Mansfield Chrysler - Plymouth, Inc. licenses. Max recommended revoking them for the reason that they have no place to operate their licenses and /or they have no franchise to operate; also to advise Mr. Bortolussi to pick up his licenses immediately. Polled to go out of Executive Session: 4 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: -e., Clerk O Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION AUGUST 22, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Harrington, Sarro, Markt; Town Manager The Town Manager called the session to update the Selectmen on the Clerks' Asso- ciation status. He advised them mediation is coming up next week; everything seems to be acceptable/ in agreement except wages. The cost to the Torun would have been over 8% to give them what they are asking or. He said the percentage increments are approximately 5 %; the union figuresXhe other contracts are 6 % /612% (with steps). With what the Clerks are asking for, it puts theirs up to 11 %. The Town Manager said his concern is if the Clerks goes up to 11 %, what will this do to the Police, Fire and DPW? He would like to keep the Clerks to 9 %. Discussion follwed concerning step increments; steps are 5% which the Town Manager feels is too much. The session closed with the Town Manager directed to hold with 9 %. MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk 4//a l9� Date signed RELEASED MARCH 29, 1995 BUT NOT APPROVED FOR CONTENT BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION =.i" I L SEPTEMBER 6, 1989 97 J[] N iii % 57 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Markt, Sarr6 W ri;� Wn; Town „5S. F S Manager rir�� � .`,Cr! U,�ET I S Vacant building next to Fire Station - The Town Manager said not much can be done until closing of the Spaulding School sale for funding of this property. Mr. Giordani, contacted Tom; he feels the property is worth half a million. Tom said the Town has $225,000 authorized by Town Meeting, this with the build- ing demolished. Tom said he will try to negotiate, rather than use the adver- sarial eminent domain. There was then discussion regarding having an appraisal done. Tom feels it is a touchy matter because of the Building Inspector and Fire Chief warnings about condition of the building, etc. The Town Manager was directed to continue with his approach and to have an appraisal done. Bird Road - The Board questioned Attorney Gellerman's letter indicating disposal of the pending litigation by reporting the case settled by agreement, then work with the abutters who intend to sue Bertarelli for breach of agreement. By the time the suit is settled the road will be completed. The only alternative is to go back and sue for breach of agreement. Selectman Sarro brought up drainage tie -in for some of the proposed subdivi- sions off Bird Road; that is a separate issue. The Town Manager was directed to have Attorney Gellerman negotiate by holding to the original agreement which includes paving the road. Selectman Dunn suggested reviewing the real estate value after a year's time and thereby taking further lots as the bond and give them a year's extension. Ladonna Restaurant Parking K §I; - The Town Manager had a suggested layout for the Paine School parking lot which indicated 27 lots. The Board felt it appro- priate for the Chairman and Town Manager to negotiate the parking spots. The Board indicated it does not care about having the lot black- topped or the paint- ing of windows, etc. of the school; it would rather have cash payments. The Chairman suggested using the restaurant dumpster, removing the Paine School one, which would make one or two more parking spaces. Discussion of the charge for parking led to decision to investigate what is a normal rate, possibly $5.00 per space. The Chairman advised that the contractor on the job has some granite which he is willing to donate to block off Paine Road. The Board did not decide to accept this at present. (Selectman Dunn left room for this discussion). MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk Date signed RELEASED MARCH 29, 1995 BUT NOT APPROVED FOR CONTENT BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION OCTOBER 11, 1989 95 APH 22 Ilr� 7: 57 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Sarro, Markt, Dunn; fov)nLM pager rti°`'t'CH1JSET o Property Next to Fire Station - The Town Manager advised that the appraisal on this property is 196,000; with the building still on the property $182,600. The $225,000 Town Meeting authorization gives flexibility so that there may be money to improve the lot. Discussion indicated the Board would like to see the present owner take the building down. Also discussed was the possibility of an environmental site assessment (so called '21E') in light of the removal of the fuel storage tanks several years ago; this would protect the Town and present owner. Chairman Tartufo suggested discussing this with Town Counsel. Carla Foley Restaurant - (Selectman Dunn left for this discussion) Chairman Tartufo reported that he and the Town Manager had met with Carla Foley concerning a lease for her use of the Paine School parking lot last Friday. He gave each Selectman a copy of proposed terms for such a lease. One point which was not included was snow removal; the Town Manager said the Town would take care of it during regular working hours, but not weekends. Chairman Tartufo said he figured $15 /sq.ft, everyone agreed. Painting of the Paine School trim should be the same color as her building. MINUTES APPROVED: Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION OCTOBER 4, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Harrington, Sarro, Markt; Town Manager The Town Manager reported that he has a tentative settlement of the Clerks Union contract, contingent upon support of the Board and Clerks Association and Town Meeting for funding. He distributed a copy of the pertinent facts in a Memorandum of Understanding for each Selectman. He explained that the need for funding by Town Meeting may not be necessary and, if so, it won't be a very large amount. The Town Manager said he doesn't recommend the Board's ratifica- tion until after the Clerks meeting. He outlined the most important factors included. 9.1% first year, 9.4% second year. They would not go for a three -year contract. He tried to reduce the step increments, but that was not acceptable. There is not a uniform percentage increase in the steps. The provision prohibiting the Town from sub - contracting work was deleted. Movement to the top step would be aggrievable. There is a tuition program with the Town paying up to $900.00; job descriptions must be updated and the clerks may make comments on them. Clerks presently have a 15 minute morning break and 15 minute afternoon break with a 30 minute lunch. That has been changed to a 15 minutes morning break and a 45 minutes lunch, plus up to 10 -15 minutes over their quitting time at the end of the day if necessary. The Town Manager advised the clerks will be considered an "agency" and they have to pay an agency fee. MINUTES APPROVED: c: -2 -row!/ /. Clerk IV , is /A Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION NOVEMBER 13, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Harrington, Sarro, Markt; Town Manager Johnna Gill /Williams Street Property - Bob Mangiaratti, of Town Counsel's office, was present and advised that the Johnna Gill Williams Street property received final judgment May 23, 1989, and the Town now owns the land. Mrs. Gill, however, is still on the property and owes approximately $$30,000 in back taxes; there is no mortgage on the property. Her son has stepped into the picture, and he was advised that if he could come up with the money, then he would ask the court to vacate the judgment. The son's attorney was going to loan Mrs. Gill the money and then take title to the prop- erty. The Town Manager reported that Mrs. Gill is moving her stuff out to a mobile home behind the house. Bob Mangiaratti said he has an execution from the court that says she has to get out; Chairman Tartufo said he does not want to do that. The Town Manager advised that the Town has insured the property. Selectman Harrington said he would like the Town Manager to go talk to Mrs. Gill to be sure she understands what is happening. Selectman Sarro felt it is Town property and the Town obligation is to the townspeople now. Bob Mangiaratti said Mrs. Gill has one year to petition the court to vacate the decree, after that it is up to Town Meeting. * MOTION: To turn the eviction over to the sheriff sometime next week and the Town Manager go out to talk to Mrs. Gill with a police officer and the sheriff. Have Bob Mangiaratti execute his legal document immediately. WS /TM FAILED: 2 -3 Harrington, Dunn, Markt opposed * MOTION: To go along with the eviction and that Bob Mangiaratti communicate to the sheriff he would like to have the Town Manager work with him by November 11. Dunn /no second Attorney Mangiaratti suggested directing the Town Manager to contact Mrs. Gill within the next ten days, then wait until after that to send the document to the Sheriff. The Town Manager suggested December 4 and to contact the sheriff with the eviction notice, and arrange for himself to meet with Mrs. Gill to sur- vey the circumstances. * MOTION: Notify the sheriff to proceed with the process on November 22nd, the Town Manager meet with Mrs. Gill on the 20th and report back to the Board on the 20th. Harrington /Dunn VOTED: 5 -0 BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION ( November 13, 1989 Collective Bargaining / "Cafeteria Plans" The Town Manager reported the teachers union plan which was just settled con- tained a proviso that a cafeteria plan be instituted January 1, 1990. "All reasonable efforts will be made to try to establish it earlier ". It is for their 20% of the health benefits so it comes out before taxes instead of after, which reduces payroll deductions. The Town Manager said he is working with the Superintendent on premium conversion. The Town Manager would like to extend this plan to all non -union employees in Town Hall and schools. It would be a bargaining chip for union contracts. It would be a third party administration which would cost the employee approximately 75� per month. Selectman Markt cautioned it requires a big education process The Board seemed to be in agreement with pursuit of it. The Board was polled to go out of Executive Session and to adjourn (at 11:45 P.M. 5 -0. MINUTES APPROVED: z Clerk Irl —' Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION NOVEMBER 20, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Harrington, Markt, Tartufo, Sarro; Town Manager The Town Manager reported that he had met with Johnna Gill this morning; she preferred to meet him in Town Hall. Treasurer, Joan Cutillo, was present for the meeting. Mrs. Gill is 48; she seemed very rational and reasonable, and seemed to understand what is going on. She was distressed about the eviction but thought Eric Wood (her son's roommate) was working it out; Eric is 28 years old. Her son is Francis and works for Eric Wood in tree removal. $30,000 is coming from Eric's father. Mrs. Gill also has a 19 year old daughter, Stephanie, who manages at Lane Bryants. Francis talked with the Town Manager and was upset that he had to go to an attorney which costs him money. Mrs. Gill works at Hyde Park Academy, just recently as a "procurer" for $500 a week (the Treasurer had this confirmed). The motor home on Mrs. Gill's property belongs to her daughter's girl friend. The Town Manager said he felt Mrs. Gill is enamored with her children. Selectman Harrington suggested sending her a letter stating suggestions he and Joan Cutillo made to her today - option of acquiring a lot or selling her prop- erty, etc., and to define the Town's actions. The Town Manager said he called Raymond Hayes at Mansfield Cooperative Bank to see if there is anything a bank can do. He also called Attorney Charles Mulcahy for suggestions and /or help. Tom (the Town Manager) asked Mrs. Gill if she would like him to try to obtain an attorney for her; she agreed. Tom then called Attorney Mangiaratti who told him he had done well, but suggested putting off eviction until December 4th to give Raymond Hayes and Charlie Mulcahy a little time. Bob Mangiaratti felt this was not going to be resolved until action is taken. * MOTION: To take the action as indicated at last week's meeting (give papers to the sheriff). Markt /no 2nd Selectman Dunn said he believed serving the papers will shock her into understanding the situation, then perhaps she will react. Chair- man Tartufo wanted a letter sent by Certified Mail. * MOTION: To direct the Town Manager to document in a letter his meeting with Mrs. Gill today, and mail it tomorrow certified mail; the letter to be reviewed by Town Counsel and Joan Cutillo. Harrington / Markt VOTED: 4 -1 Sarro opposed The Town Manager said Bob Mangiaratti feels the Board has done everything it can, even endeavoring to obtain an attorney for her. * MOTION: To rescind last week's motion to go to the sheriff with the eviction notice December 5th. Harrington /no 2nd BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION NOVEMBER 20, 1989 PAGE 2 * MOTION: To send the action to the Sheriff November 22nd by Certified Mail. Markt /Sarro VOTED: 3 -2 Dunn & Tartufo opposed The Board was polled to go out of Executive Session and to adjourn at 11:00 P.M.: 5 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION NOVEMBER 27, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Markt, Sarro; Town Manager The Town Manager reported that late Wednesday Attorney Bob Mangiaratti was pre- sented with a petition to vacate the land court decision giving the Town the Johnna Gill property (21 Williams Street); petitioned by Mr. Wood, Mrs. Gill's son's roommate. Bob Mangiaratti will appear gefore the judge and tell him the Town's position (it wants its tax money, then will be happy to see her property returned, but not at her misfortune. Charles Mulcahy (attorney) was in contact with Mrs. Gill and is to set up a meeting over the weekend. The Board felt everything was O.K. Polled to go out of Executive Session and to adjourn at 10:55 P.M. 4 -0 MINUTES APPROVED: Clerk Date signed BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF EXECUTIVE SESSION DECEMBER 11, 1989 PRESENT: Chairman Tartufo; Selectmen Dunn, Harrington, Sarro, Markt; Town Manager Police Chief, Jesse Earls, was present; the Town Manager reviewed the police work with the County task force, seizing property, etc. Selectman Harrington said he had a concern with a statement in one of the papers, "Mansfield does not have a serious drug problem ", and mentioned the house across from the main fire station, a house on Fulton Pond; then said if that is not true, do we have enough manpower and budget money to address the problem seriously? He asked Jesse for his opinion and for budgeting, etc. Jesse said "Yes, we do have a very serious problem, so do other towns. No, he does not have enough money; drugs are an expensive operation. Cocaine is the drug of choice right now, and he needs at least $5,000." He said the District Attorney reviews all expenses in connection with drug enforcement; undercover people come from the task force. Selectman Harrington said, personally he would like to see the Town Manager give high priority for drug enforcement ($4,000 - $5,000). The Town Manager said the Town needs a very good civil liability policy, which Mansfield does have. He advised that Jesse has a program which will be in this year's budget for a DARE program which will place a police officer in the schools. Selectman Har- rington said he would like to see the most active program possible placed in town (funds and ability). Jesse said he needs approval to accept some "gifts" (vehicles for surveillance); he pays $1.00 on a lease basis and they are re- turned eventually. The Board expressed concern and wants to discuss the handling of any drug prob- lem in the schools with the School Committee. Discussion then turned to trouble at the Mansfield Depot development. Chairman Tartufo said the Town needs a pilot program for other towns to make note of and want to emulate. Such a program requires legal, educational, training and seed money. Selectman Harrington said he would like to have a quarterly, or monthly, execu- tive session for the Chief to advise the Board as to progress. The Town Manager said he feels the training area to have the Finance Committee impressed with the wants to start a new accreditation program which fo will talk with the Chairman of the School Comi Town Manager will talk to Town Counsel to see if this is a specialized subject. is important; Jesse would like need for this program, and he is nation -wide. Chairman Tartu - nittee, Lou Amoruso, and the he is comfortable with this; MINUTES APPROVED: � Date ��a l92 Clerk signed'