HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS MINUTES 05-11-2016Board of Selectmen Minutes
May 11, 2016
Present: Jess Aptowitz, Frank DelVecchio, George Dentino, Steve Schoonveld, Michael
Trowbridge and William Ross, Town Manager.
Town Manager William Ross called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. Mr. Ross reminded everyone
that the meeting is being broadcast live and taped for future broadcast on Mansfield Cable.
Dana Hourigan, 15 Evans Circle, will be recording tonight's meeting
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Mr. Ross called for nominations for Chairman of the Board of Selectmen.
Mr. Trowbridge nominated Mr. Aptowitz for Chairman of the Board.
Mr. Schoonveld nominated Mr. DelVecchio, which Mr. DelVecchio declined.
All those in favor of Mr. Aptowitz for Chairman of the Board PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz called for nominations for Vice Chairman of the Board of Selectmen.
Mr. Trowbridge nominated Mr. DelVecchio.
All those in favor of Mr. DelVecchio for Vice Chairman of the Board PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz called for nominations for Clerk of the Board of Selectmen.
Mr. Trowbridge nominated Mr. Schoonveld, which he declined.
Mr. Trowbridge nominated Mr. Dentino, which he declined.
Mr. DelVecchio nominated Mr. Trowbridge.
All those in favor of Mr. Trowbridge for Clerk of the Board PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz called for nominations for Chairman of the Light Commission.
Mr. Trowbridge nominated Mr. DelVecchio.
All those in favor of Mr. DelVecchio as Chairman of the Light Commission PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz called for nominations for Vice Chairman of the Light Commission
Mr. Trowbridge nominated Mr. Dentino which he declined.
Mr. Aptowitz nominated Mr. Trowbridge.
All those in favor of Mr. Trowbridge as Vice Chairman of the Light Commission PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz called for nominations for Clerk of the Light Commission
Mr. DelVecchio nominated Mr. Schoonveld.
All those in favor of Mr. Schoonveld as Clerk of the Light Commission PASSES 5:0
Chairman Aptowitz thanked Mr. Dentino for his work as Chairman of the Board for the past two
years noting he has been a true servant of the residents. Mr. Dentino thanked his Board: Mr.
Aptowitz, Mr. Annino, Mr. Kozlowski and Mr. DelVecchio for all of their assistance over the past
few years.
After discussion, the Board agreed to the following Sub - Committee assignments:
Audit Committee: Mr. DelVecchio
Bristol County: Mr. DelVecchio
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Budget Sub - Committee: Mr. Schoonveld and Mr. Trowbridge
Capital Improvement: Mr. DelVecchio and Mr. Trowbridge
Fales Fuel Oil Advisory: Mr. Schoonveld
Xfinity Center License: Mr. Aptowitz and Mr. Dentine,
With regards to the Summer Schedule the Board agreed it would be business casual attire and
would meet as follows:
May 25`h
June 8`h
June 22nd
June 29`h
July 1P
July 27`h
August 10`h
August 24`h
Sherri Gurnon, Parks and Recreation Director, could not be here this evening but sent along a
memo noting that due to contributions from Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation, Mansfield
Rotary Club, West Side Benevolent Circle and National Lumber, 14 families registration fees were
for children to attend 2016 Summer Camp.
Mr. Trowbridge suggested the Board send a note of thanks to those businesses.
Motion: To execute the order (Trowbridge/DelVecchio) PASSES 5:0
At this portion of the meeting Lee Azinheira, DPW Director and Mark Cook, Highway Operations
Manager were present to discuss the status of the North Main Street paving project. Mr. Cook
reported that safety concerns have been raised with regards to the project affecting the paving
timeline. Mr. Cook reported that the volume of pedestrian and vehicle traffic concerned the
contractor greatly to where it has been advised to shut down the roadway for a period of time (two
evenings) in order to complete the project.
The plan is to have DPW and Public Safety officials along with Mr. Ross to meet with the
contractor on Friday, May 13`h to formulate a plan for scheduling and notifying area businesses
and residents. Besides the distribution of notices door to door the Town will also use social media
and cable scrolls.
Mr. Azinheira also reported on upcoming projects:
• Construction of new water main from Tremont Street to Douglas Street to begin on May
23rd that will require closures and detours during the day. Electronic signs will be placed
alerting the public beginning of next week (May 16`h).
• Milling and paving will continue on Elm Street with full depth repairs beginning on Friday,
May 13`h with ongoing chip crack sealing then overlay and paving on May 27`h and 281n
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Scott Feely, 49 Fruit Street, congratulated both Mr. Schoonveld and Mr. Trowbridge on their
appointments to the Board of Selectmen and also thanked Mr. Kozlowski for all his years of
service.
I. 6 Re'rew Au. Y Consen
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a. Approval Of Board Of Selectmen Minutes For:
• April 27, 2016
b. Vote To Approve Warrants:
• Town Vendor Warrant No. 16044T in the amount of $1,483,943.50
• Electric Department Vendor Warrant No. 16044E in the amount of $71,627.72
• Town Department Vendor Warrant No. 16045T in the amount of $233,587.83
• Electric Department Vendor Warrant No. 16045E in the amount of $1,354,362.80
• School Department Vendor Warrant No. 160455 in the amount of $183,489.95
c. Licenses And Permits:
• Consideration Of Hackney Driver's Licenses For Tracey Stern For Already Taxi
d. Events And Signage
• Consideration Of Event And Banner Application For 20`h Annual Family Fun Night, July
12`h, Subject To Public Safety Recommendations
e. Proclamations
• Consideration Of Proclamation For Savidya Hettiarachchi On Achievement Of The Girl
Scout Silver Award
f. Boards And Committees
Consideration Of Reappointment Of D. Austin Horowitz For A
o One Year Term To Expire May 31, 2017 To The Southeastern Regional Planning
Economic Development Committee
o Two Year Term To Expire May To The Registrar Of Voters
Motion: To approve the Consent Agenda (Schoonveld /Trowbridge) PASSES 3:02 Schoonveld,
Trowbridge ABSTAIN
• Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16044PT in the amount of $328,623.62
Motion: To approve Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16044PT in the amount of
$328,623.62 (DelVecchio /Dentin) PASSES 5:0
• Town Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16044TV in the amount of $104,505.37
Motion: To approve Town Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16044TV in the amount of
$104,505.37 (DelVecchio /Dentino) PASSES 5:0
• School Payroll /School Medicaid Payroll 16044PS in the amount of $1,532,958.61
Motion: To approve Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16044PS in the amount of
$1,532,958.61 (DelVecchio /Dentino) PASSES 5:0
• School Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16044SV in the amount of $531,817.45
Motion: To approve School Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16044SV in the amount of
$531,817.45 (DelVecchio /Dentino) PASSES 5:0
• Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16045PT in the amount of $315,065.58
Motion: To approve Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16045PT in the amount of
$315,065.58 (DelVecchio /Dentino) PASSES 5:0
• Town Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16045TV in the amount of $97,345.24
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Motion: To approve Town Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16045TV in the amount of
$97,345.24 (DelVecchio /Dentin) PASSES 5:0
• Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16045PTF in the amount of $198,433.46
Motion: To approve Town Payroll /Town Medicaid Payroll 16045PTF in the amount of
$198,433.46 (DelVecchio /Dentino) PASSES 5:0
• Town Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16045TVF in, the amount of $76,093.28
Motion: To approve Town Deductions — Vendor Payroll 16045TVF in the amount of
.t76.093.28 (DelVecchio /Dentino) PASSES 5:0
• Letter From Anthony Andronico, LSP, Regarding Notice Of Release Notification Form
And Release Abatement Measure: 47 Maple Street, MassDEP RTN 4 -26077
• Letter From Mariclaire Rigby, Lead Vegetation Strategy Specialist, NationalGrid,
Regarding Yearly Operational Plan
• Letter From Denis Feely, District Treasurer, Southeastern Regional School District,
Regarding Approval Of FY 17 Budget
• Receipt Of Comcast Corporation Financial Balance Sheet, Revenue And Expenditures
And Statement Of Ownership
• Invitation To The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For The New Mansfield Airport
Administration Building
Mr. Ross distributed to the Board a memo detailing suggested agenda items to schedule over the
summer. Some of those items included: Financial Policies, Barry School Lease (add language for
non - profit organizations), Personnel Policies (include tracking document for changes), Host
Community Agreement for CommCan, Inc., (medical marijuana facility), Goal Setting Workshop
with Department Heads and School Committee (Saturdays), Social Media Policies, Receivable In
Ambulance Fund, Budget Process and Sewer Regulation Updates.
Mr. Ross spoke with Superintendent Gianetti regarding the mid -term vacancy on the School
Committee noting the Charter states it is a joint appointment between the School Committee and
the Board. It was suggested to advertise the vacancy, collect resumes /applications and meet to
review and approve. Superintendent Gianetti will meet with the School Committee next week. It
was also noted to advertise for the opening on the Finance Committee as Mr. Schoonveld has
submitted his resignation.
Mr. Ross received a memo from Shaun Burke, Town Planner, asking the Planning Board to
conduct a study on the speed limit on School Street in the Mansfield Crossing area as there have
been concerns raised. Mr. Ross noted that there is a provision regarding speed in Mansfield
Crossing's permit.
Mr. Ross distributed to the Board a memo regarding his upcoming vacation, noting Lee Azinheira
will be Acting Town Manager.
Mr. Schoonveld felt it to be a privilege to be here and an honor to be chosen by the residents. He is
looking forward to contributing to the goals discussion.
Mr. Dentino asked if there would be sidewalks on both sides of the roadway with regards to the
Safe Routes to School Project, Mr. Ross noted the sidewalks will go out to East Street.
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Mr. Dentino asked for the status of the TIF Committee to which Mr. Ross noted there is one but
there has not been a need.
Mr. Dentino asked to be considered for the upcoming opening on the MFN Wastewater District.
Motion: To appoint George Dentino to a three year term on the MFN Wastewater District
beginning July 1, 2016 (DelVecchio /Schoonveld) PASSES 5:0
Mr. DelVecchio looked forward to working with both new and old members noting this is a great
opportunity for new projects and processes.
Mr. Trowbridge appreciated the list provided by Mr. Ross and looked forward to instituting
procedure and working with staff.
Chairman Aptowitz congratulated the new members of the Board and thanked Mr. Annino and Mr.
Kozlowski for their service.
Chairman Aptowitz would like to have a Chair or Committee member from each
Board /Committee present before the Board each week to gain knowledge of what they are working
on. Chairman Aptowitz would also like to see staff members come by to meet Mr. Schoonveld and
Mr. Trowbridge.
Chairman Aptowitz asked if an Executive Session was needed to update the new members on
outstanding items, contracts, ect. It was decided to schedule Executive Session for the next
meeting.
Chairman Aptowitz would like to schedule Mr. Ross' evaluation. The Chairman felt the
evaluation should just be from the previous Board. Ms. Whalen has received Mr. Annino's
evaluation and would reach out to Mr. Kozlowski. Mr. Schoonveld suggested forward thinking
ideas could be contributed by the new selectmen.
Chairman Aptowitz recommended the MA Selectmen's Association information session for
Selectmen training.
Chairman Aptowitz appreciated the opportunity to serve as Chairman.
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Motion: To adjourn the Board of Selectmen's meeting at 8:37pm (DelVecchio /Schoonveld)
PASSES 5:0
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