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Town of Mansfield
Board of Selectmen 06 AUG 3 I AM 10: 0 I
Minutes of August 16, 2006 1"iANSFIELD
MASSACHUSETTS
Vice Chairman David McCarter, Clerk George Dentino, Selectman Louis
Amoruso and Selectman Michael McCue
John D'Agostino, Town Manager
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The Board of Selectmen's meeting was called to order at 7:30pm, followed by the Pledge
of Allegiance.
There were no questions or comments.
Town Accountant Bea Kearney, Treasurer-Collector Richard Boucher and Bob Brown and
Chris Laviolette, from R.E. Brown & Company were present for the audit discussion.
Mr. Brown provided a small introduction of his firm, R.E. Brown & Company. They produced
three documents, the management letter, the financial statements report and the
auditor's report.
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Mr. Brown explained that the town received over $2.5 million in federal aid in FY05 and
that the auditors didn't find any significant findings. The town should be proud of the
management letter. We have two comments that have already been addressed in FY06, so
they will not appear in the next management letter. There is a third comment relative to
the town establishing a disaster recovery plan. This is something to improve on in case of
a fire, hurricane, etc. The town will have to work on that and noted that there is some
Homeland Security money that could be available for such a plan.
The financial statements are the largest documents are the town's financial statements
and footnotes with other information to back up the financial statements. He noted that
the financial statements are broken up into two groups, government and business-type.
There are individual statements for the general fund statements, page 17 of the
document. He noted that the budgeted revenue came up short, by approximately $77,000,
mainly in the area of motor vehicle. Mr. McCue asked why this would be and Mr. Brown
replied that there is often a large commitment at year-end, but he believes rising interest
rates may influence such a trend. Mr. Dentino asked what the percentage we get back
from excise taxes. Mr. Boucher replied that the town keeps 10010; nothing goes to the
state. He noted that the gas tax goes to the state and we get a portion of that.
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Mr. Brown said that they look at future issues and pointed out that Gaspee 45 will need to
be implemented next year. Mr. McCue asked if we need to hire an actuary and the
r auditors replied that the town will need to hire an actuary and the town needs to estimate
the liability.
Mr. Dentino asked the auditors if they are recommending the funding of this plan. Mr.
Brown pointed out that other towns will be and it could affect the bond rating if you do
not. There is a lot more liability out there.
Mr. D' Agostino said that we anticipate that it will be a significant number. If we don't
have a plan to fund it, it will affect our bond rating. Mr. Boucher said that there is no
legislation to allow us to put money aside as of right now. He said that if the state allows
municipalities to join a state health care plan, which will certainly help. Mr. Boucher said
that there are a lot of questions, but we do not have answers from the state yet. Mr.
D' Agostino said that once we complete the actuarial exercise, we will then know our
liability.
Mr. Brown asked the Board if they have any questions. Mr. McCue noted that there are
three recommendations in the management letter and asked if they have encountered any
communities who do not have any issues. Mr. Brown replied that he does have a couple of
clients who do not have any issues in the management letter. Mr. Brown noted that the
type of comments is more esoteric, so the town has the basics well. Mr. Amoruso asked if
r all of the towns have custodial credit risk. Mr. Laviolette replied that all towns have this
risk in MA and pointed out that it will fluctuate.
Mr. Dentino asked about the Bristol County retirement contributions from year to year.
Mr. Boucher replied that that was the year the investments went down the tubes and the
cities and towns in the county had to make up. It is not so much how much they are paying
out in retirement systems, but it is actually a percentage.
Mr. Dentino asked about the three items in the management letter that were repeats
from FY04 and asked why one of the items that was not addressed this year was not listed
in this year's management letter. Mr. Brown replied that he didn't deem the issue to be
listed in the management letter. Mr. Brown replied that the issue has been resolved,
although it doesn't mean that everything is perfect.
Mr. Dentino said that in last year's Light Department audit, it stated that money was
borrowed by the Town to the Light Department. Mr. Brown replied that we reconcile all
transactions and added that they do not audit the Light Department. Mr. Boucher
clarified the issue for the Board and pointed out that he has the authority to invest all of
the town's money.
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Mr. McCarter asked Mr. Goldberg of the Finance Committee if it is possible for staff to
provide a written response to the issues in the management letter. Mr. D' Agostino replied
r that is a good idea. We will have a process in place and it should be articulated and
committed to writing.
The Board thanked the auditors, Ms. Kearney and Mr. Boucher for attending.
Town Engineer John Sullivan was present for the discussion.
Mr. McCarter said that Mr. Dentino raised some issues and that Mr. Sullivan asked to
attend the meeting and address the issues raised by Mr. Dentino. Mr. Sullivan noted that
he was surprised that the issue of Brown Avenue/Brown Terrace was brought up at the
end of the last meeting and not during the paving update while he was present. A comment
was made that the current roadway infringed on two properties. He noted that he
articulated that in his letter.
Mr. Sullivan noted that the easement agreement was prepared by Town Counsel and was
signed by one property owner. He explained that there was an article at a Town Meeting
about the possible easements of that property and since there was no agreement, we
removed the article on the floor of Town Meeting.
r Mr. Sullivan noted that a comment was made about the gravel removal and noted that could
be further from the truth. He noted that the roadway is in bad shape. The pavement
management report, prepared in 2003, indicated that Brown Avenue/Brown Terrace had
the worst pavement index. The comments also indicated that the encroachment wasn't the
town's responsibility. Town Counsel has indicated that we have allowed the trespass and
we have trespassed when we added the skim-coating. Nothing was done to improve the
drainage system. Once we start addressing drainage, we need to provide a system that is
also environmentally-sensitive. He believes he adequately addressed this issue to the
Board at the June 21st meeting. Mr. Amoruso asked if the base needs to be repaired. Mr.
Sullivan noted that the skim-coat made it look good, but the condition was beyond what an
overlay could have done.
Mr. Dentino noted that you need to consider the amount of traffic on that road and
believes the overlay should be sufficient. Mr. Sullivan replied that an overlay is only as
good as what is underneath. Mr. Dentino said that he didn't know about the agreement
with the principal parties. Mr. Sullivan noted that he said that the town couldn't reach an
agreement and pointed out that there was no signed agreement because only one owner
had pulled out. Mr. Dentino doesn't want to see Brown Avenue/Brown Terrace repaved.
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Mr. Sullivan noted that we aren't going to do the project this year anyway. Mr. Azinheira
noted that don't have the funds for next year, but will have to go back to those roads.
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Mr. Dentino believes that the worst streets should be ranked 1,2,3 etc. with Mansfield
Avenue at the top of the list. Mr. Azinheira replied that we need to look at factors
including the amount of traffic, the amount of money available, etc. and doesn't believe
that the list should be cast in stone - there needs to be some flexibility.
Mr. McCarter thanked Mr. Sullivan for attending.
DPW Director Lee Azinheira was present, along with John Shipe of Fairfield Green and
David Weiss of Goulston & Storrs, were present.
Mr. McCarter noted that our Special Town Counsel rendered an opinion on the Board's
question about whether or not Fairfield's request that the Town apply for a sewer
installation permit on behalf of Fairfield Green.
Mr. Dentino asked what we are voting on and Mr. Azinheira replied that the vote will
authorize him, as Director of Public Works, to sign and submit the MassHighway permit
for the Fairfield Green sewer installation.
r Mr. McCarter asked what we will get ourselves into if we submit the permit. Mr. Azinheira
replied that he will not issue the road opening permit unless everything is set. Mr. Shipe
noted that this plan doesn't show anything going through the water lines.
Motion: To authorize the DPW Director to sign the application as described hereto for
(Amoruso - Dentino) for discussion
Mr. McCue asked for clarification on the wording. Mr. Azinheira said that Town Counsel is
working on language.
Amended motion by Selectman Dentino: At the present time, the forced main is going to
be jacked under Route 495 and is not going to be going through either of the water lines,
the transite or the cast iron that the town owns, so that the town can maintain lor two
sleeves, of they so exist, underneath Route 495, which is advantage to the town to be able
to do it.
(Amoruso- Dentino)
Vote: 3-1 Passes (Mr. McCue opposed)
Mr. McCarter noted that he voted against the agreement but feels that voting for this is
the most appropriate for the situation.
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Mr. Azinheira asked for a vote by the Board to authorize the Town Manager to file the
SRF application to get the Town on the list. The authority to file is as follows:
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AUTHORITY TO FILE
Whereas, the Town of Mansfield, Massachusetts, after thorough investigation,
has determined that the work activity consisting of:
The Town of Mansfield Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCFLPhase I Upgrade_
is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to
undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and
Whereas, the Department of Environmental Protection (the "Mass DEP") and the
Massachusetts Water Pollution Abatement Trust (the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the
Commonwealth ("Chapter 21" and "Chapter 29C') are authorized to make loans to
municipalities for the purpose of funding planning and construction activities relative to
Water Pollution Abatement Projects; and
Whereas, the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and
Chapter 29C, and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by
as follows:
the Board of Selectmen
1. That the Town Manager is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file
applications and execute agreements for grant and/or loan assistance as well as
furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a
grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required; and otherwise to act as the authorized
representative of the Applicant in connection with this application;
2. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction activities.
3. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute
the required Applicant's share of the project cost.
Motion: To so authorize the Town Manager
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
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r Mr. McCarter noted that the Board has received an application for an expansion of
commuter parking for an additional 100 parking spaces. He noted that we are trying to
include the neighbors in the discussion.
Mr. McCarter asked for a general discussion with the Board members on expansion. Mr.
D' Agostino began by stating that our Police Chief and Traffic Officer will concur with the
following statements. The biggest problem is that we have an unprotected neighborhood
from commuters. We had established a moratorium, which has expired, to not entertain
any additional parking. The issue of access is an area of concern. From his perspective,
the issue of traffic is of a major concern. We need to look at developing a plan and
getting the landowners on board with a plan. There are a number of issues that need to be
addressed. If the Board is inclined to approve the application, he would like to see more
resident-only parking. The neighborhood shouldn't bear the burden of increased traffic.
Mr. McCarter asked the Town Manager to go over the parking affected by the
construction of the new train station. Prior to construction, we had 80 parking spaces at
the station, we lost 24 spaces during construction 24 (80-56 temporary replacements) for
a total of 96 spaces, a net gain of 16 spaces. He then went over the number of parking
spaces currently held by Foundry LLC.
r Mr. Dentino agrees that the neighborhood should be listened to but believes that we need
a solution now relative to the increased train traffic due to the issues in the tunnels. He
is unsure how this will impact the neighborhood. He believes this is a temporary fix
because he feels the demand is there.
Mr. McCarter asked for the applicant to make his presentation. Rob Woodland of
Woodland Design Group was hired by Mr. Bill Clemmey and was present for the discussion.
Mr. Clemmey explained the analysis he provided to the Board. The purpose of the license
is to expand the parking at the Foundry lot without exacerbating the parking to an
additional 100 spaces. He collected over a 100 signatures on a petition asking the Board
for an additional 100 spaces. He believes that ridership is up and more parking is required.
He noted that he had to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals and heard from abutters,
particularly with respect to noise and dust. He reviewed the comments from the Police
Chief with respect to traffic on Chauncy Street.
Mr. Woodland made his presentation to the Board. He described the location of the 100
parking spaces, which are adjacent to the existing lot. He noted that he worked on the
Home Depot project and is familiar with the community. He noted that commuters will
take various trains, so he undertook a traffic utilization count and took traffic counts at
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various points in the neighborhood. He explained how he observed that the detail was
present for about 10-15 minutes when each train arrived at the station. He stopped the
r traffic flow on Route 106 long enough to help with the queue in the neighborhood. He
noted that there is residual traffic on either end of Route 106.
Mr. Woodland explained a table in a study that was provided to the Board. He said that
the cars parked in the current lot dissipate over many trains. We would expect a virtually
identical traffic pattern with the additional parking spaces. He doesn't believe it will have
a noticeable impact on the existing traffic.
Mr. McCarter asked if Mr. Woodland counted the traffic flow for all commuter parking
and Mr. Woodland replied that he did a snapshot analysis of the traffic onto Route 106.
Mr. Woodland went over the accident history for the past three years by using
MassHighway figures. In summary, there were approximately three accidents per year
and this information was provided to the board in the study. The accident frequency is
below the state average. He noted that the police officer has done a great job of
managing the traffic. He doesn't believe that the additional 100 spaces will make a big
impact to the traffic.
Mr. McCue noted that his concern is the traffic impact and would have liked to have had
the information ahead of time. He would have liked an independent analysis of this as well.
r Mr. Amoruso asked if Mr. Woodland looked at accident rates at the nearest lighted
intersections and Mr. Woodland replied that he didn't have a chance to do So. Mr.
Amoruso noted that the count was done on 8/9 and 8/10, a Wednesday and Thursday,
while a police officer was present. Mr. Woodland noted that at the peak train, this
project could produce an additional 32 cars.
Mr. Dentino noted his concern with the dissipation of cars in the neighborhood. He asked
if there is sufficient time for those additional cars to dissipate before the next train
comes. Mr. Woodland replied yes, based on his observations.
Mr. Clemmey noted that Mr. Woodland's study is focused on the 100 additional cars.
Mr. McCarter asked Mr. Woodland if he reviewed any of the other studies that the Town
has done. He replied that he reviewed a VHB study and also a Walker study. Mr.
McCarter noted that he saw approximately 20 empty spaces at the River Street lot at
around 8:00am. He asked Mr. Woodland if he observed if any parking spaces were empty.
Mr. McCarter pointed out that there are some seasonal parking changes that need to be
taken into account. Mr. Clemmey noted that the Town operated the lot from 1990-2005
and the lot was made private in 2005.
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Chief Arthur O'Neill pointed out that this area was designed in the 1940s and built in the
early 1950s. He noted that commuter rail is the way to go, but it comes down to safety at
r the Highland/Chauncy intersection. He noted that the counts were taken by Mr. Woodland
during the month of August, during vacation season. The officers know what they are
doing when it comes to moving cars and pointed out that 2/3 of the year, the officer is
working in the dark. As far as the detail, the town funds 2 days a week and the other 3
days are covered by shift officers. He loses 12 personnel hours per week. He is going to
let Lance Lawson speak to the specifics.
Traffic Safety Officer Lance Lawson said that it is a traffic safety issue in the area. He
noted that 25,000 cars per day go through that intersection. The queuing is significant
from South Main Street past Copeland. He noted that there are 6 moving lanes of traffic.
His main concern is the un-signalized intersection, increased pedestrian volumes, etc. His
recommendation is that until there is an infrastructure plan in place for that area, hold
off on additional parking/traffic volume until a course of action is decided. The Route 106
underpass reconstruction is also an issue that needs to be considered.
Charlene Giblin, 18 Draper Avenue: Asked about the parking spaces that the MBTA has
requested. Mr. Clemmey replied that the MBTA would have to go to the Town for
additional spaces. Her other concern is the traffic through the neighborhood and the high
rate of speed with which they travel. She fears a major accident. She asked about the
buffer and who would maintain that. Mr. Clemmey replied that they would be responsible
r for the maintenance.
Donna Harrington, Highland Avenue: She believes that the parking was supposed to be
capped at 800, so she was surprised that there are currently over 900 spaces. She noted
that there are actually seven lanes of traffic in that intersection. Her other question was
if other parking spaces were being added at any of the other train stations.
Lawrence Malsky, 26 Draper Avenue: He would like to echo the previous comments and
found the Police Department's comments very helpful. He believes this additional parking
would make a bad situation already worse. He wonders why signalization has not already
occurred. Mr. D' Agostino said that the signalization will take place when we have the
money, as it is costly. We are anticipating grant money from the federal or state
government to upgrade the intersection. Mr. Malsky believed that another access to the
lot is key. Mr. Malsky asked if this application is approved, how will it affect the overall
train station project. Mr. Clemmey replied that he doesn't want to be in the parking
business and they are working with the town on the overall project. Mr. D' Agostino noted
that the Cecil Group study didn't include a full-blown traffic study.
Karl Clemmey, 750 South Main Street: Offered his historical perspective on what the
traffic situation was like in Mansfield in the 1940s-60s.
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Mr. Woodland said that the traffic study was to quantify the traffic impact if the 100
r- spaces were to be added and summarized his findings to the Board.
Mr. McCarter said that if the Board grants the license, can anyone take advantage of
these spaces. Mr. Clemmey replied that we will reserve 50 for Mansfield residents. He
also plans to reserve some spaces for late arrivals. Mr. McCarter noted that his first
priority is for Mansfield residents. He is concerned with policing the number of parking
spaces that are allocated to Mansfield residents.
Chief O'Neill noted that the Parking Officer's job is not to police private lots. Until the
Route 106 has a major rehabilitation, he requests that none of the three entities increase
the parking. He is asking for a day and a half of police detail per week should the license
be issued. Mr. Clemmey said that he would be willing to share in the pay of the detail.
Mr. Amoruso asked Officer Lawson how many cars go through on a minute. Officer Lawson
replied that he doesn't have a count down to that small on an amount. He noted that he
can do a count by hour and by kind of car.
Mr. McCarter noted that the Zoning Board granted variances but they have no authority
to grant a license and pointed out that the Planning Board gave a negative recommendation.
r Mr. Clemmey summarized his presentation to the Board.
Motion : To accept the 100 spaces
(Dentino - no second)
Mr. Amoruso suggested that we vote on this at the next meeting, as he would like to
review the Woodland Design Group's analysis and review the numbers from the Police
Department. Mr. McCue appreciates the need for more parking as well as the need for the
moratorium. K. Clemmey pointed that Mr. Ditchman rents the property. Mr. McCue noted
that there was an application to increase parking at the Ditchman lot during the
moratorium and this application was received, it is possible that they could come back for
more spaces.
Motion: To table this matter until the next meeting, where will consider
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
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. Warrant No.6 in the amount of $1,345,345.06
Motion: To approve
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 (Mr. McCarter abstained on check #356383)
Passes
. Warrant No.7 in the amount of $1,634,997.93
Motion: To approve
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 (Mr. McCarter abstained on check # 356696)
Passes
. Regular Session Minutes of August 2, 2006 Selectmen's Meeting
Motion : To approve
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. Executive Session Minutes of August 2, 2006 Selectmen's Meeting
Motion : To approve but not release
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. One-Day Beer & Wine License for the Tri-County Beagle Club's Pig Roast, scheduled for
Saturday, August 26th from 4-11pm
Motion: To approve
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
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. Hackney Driver Application for Victoria Vlachos
Motion : To approve
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. Hackney Driver Application - Town Manager is recommending denial based on driving
record and CORI report
Motion: To support recommendation of Town Manager
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. Letter from Bruce Montgomery of the Tweeter Center in response to the Board's
letter regarding the July 14th concert. Mr. Dentino read portions of the letter. Mr.
Dentino noted that he lives near the Tweeter Center and it was very loud at his home.
He asked about the devices used at remote locations around the town. Mr. D' Agostino
noted that the instruments need to be calibrated accurately. Mr. Amoruso believes
that this needs to be addressed during the next license period.
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. Letter from the Rodman Ride for Kids, requesting permission for the Ride to pass
through Mansfield on Saturday, September 30th.
Motion : To approve
(McCue - Amoruso) 4-0 Passes
. Response letter from the resident who requested a stop sign at the intersection of
Church and Brook Streets. The Board had requested that the resident review the
comments of Officer Lawson. Mr. Dentino read the response. Mr. Amoruso suggested
sending a letter to Chief O'Neill requesting more traffic controls in that area.
Motion: To send request to Chief O'Neill to have further enforcement of that area to
assist in the response to the resident's request
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. Letter from the Mansfield Downtown Business Association requesting funds from the
various gift accounts to help offset some of the cost associated with the Holiday
Parade. Request was logged into the Deutsche Bank gift fund database.
. Memo from the Finance Committee regarding the contract negotiations process. The
FinCom is requesting a follow-up meeting to the May 3'd meeting with the Board and
School Department officials. Mr. McCarter said that we will organize a meeting in the
near future.
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. Opinion letter from Town Counsel regarding the temporary lighting at Hutchason
Fields.
. Letter from Selectman Dentino to Town Counsel requesting additional
information/clarification on an opinion letter regarding the indemnification of the Town
Manager for civil rights violations.
. Memo from the Town Manager to department heads regarding the request for
information from any Selectman.
. Memo from DPW Office Manager Betty Amicone requesting that the Board accept a
check in the amount of $1,019.03 from Craig and Liz Rodman for a bench at Fulton's
Pond.
Motion: To accept check and deposit check into gift account for Fulton's Pond and send
letter of thanks
(McCue - Amoruso) 4-0 Passes
. Memo from Kurt Gaffney, Water Operations Manager, requesting that the Board
approve the water connection for 163 Rumford Avenue as requested by Crugnale
Properties, LLC.
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Motion: To approve the water connection for 163 Rumford Avenue
(McCue - Amoruso) 4-0 Passes
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. Letter from the Deutsche Bank Championship with their parking plan for the Tweeter
Center during the Championship.
Motion: To approve the parking plan and a waiver on the one-time per vehicle charge as
well as a waiver on the building permit fees for the tents located at the Tweeter Center.
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. Memorandum from Town Clerk Helen Christian asking the Board to appoint election
workers for a one-year term from September 1, 2006 through September 1, 2007.
Motion: To appoint the election workers as listed in the Town Clerk's memo dated August
14th for a one-year term from September 1, 2006 through September 1, 2007.
(Dentino - Amoruso) 4-0 (Mr. McCue abstained on voting for Karen Compton and Vivian
Unger) Passes
. Request from Kids Helping Kids for permission to hold a Bike Tour on Sunday, October
22nd from 9-11 on portions of Ware Street, Branch Street and East Street.
Motion: To approve
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
. Memo from the Treasurer/Collector regarding bond anticipation notes.
{' Motion: To approve the sale of a $2,609,0003.90 percent Bond Anticipation Note of the
town dated August 30, 2006 and payable August 23, 2007 to TD Banknorth, NA at par and
accrued interest plus a premium of $5,218.
Further Motion: That the consent to the financial advisor bidding for the note, ~s
executed prior to the bidding for the note is hereby confirmed.
(Amoruso - McCue) 4-0 Passes
The Town Manager reported the following:
. The Board needs to do the Town Manager's evaluation for 2005 and provided forms to
the Board. Mr. McCarter noted that Mr. Dentino was not on the Board so he would not
be able to participate in the evaluation. He asked that the members complete the form
and return it to the Chairman.
. He was transported to Sturdy Hospital last week and wanted to thank the Town Hall
employees and the public safety officials for their help, specifically Lt. Burgess,
Paramedic John Brunelli, Paramedic Wayne Jackman and EMT Jim Santucci.
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· Provided the Board members with their own copies of the Board of Selectmen's
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Motion: To extend until 11:15
(Amoruso - Dentino) 4-0 Passes
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Mr. Dentino:
· Brought up the issue of requesting information, specifically an organizational chart
with employees' names on it. He was told that the Town Manager said that he would
need to get a vote of the Board. Mr. D' Agostino said that information is not readi Iy
available and he believes that the organizational chart should list specific employees.
Mr. McCarter noted that there is a debate as to what an organizational chart actually
is. Mr. Dentino takes exception to the statement that he needs to get a vote of the
Board and Mr. D' Agostino replied that he feels that the request is above and beyond a
typical request. Mr. D' Agostino read the portion of the operating procedures relating
to Board of Selectmen Communications, as adopted by the Board of Selectmen in April
1999. Mr. McCarter doesn't believe that Mr. Dentino needs a vote of the Board to get
the information. Mr. Dentino asked for the listing of town employees whose positions
are on the organizational chart. Mr. D' Agostino then asked why the information is so
important to him. Mr. Dentino replied that he would like to know why Mr. D' Agostino
feels it is important to conceal who works for the town and in what position they work.
Motion: To extend the meeting to 11:30pm
(Dentino - no second)
Motion: To adjourn at 11:15pm
(Amoruso) 3-1 Passes (Mr. Dentino opposed)
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