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Home My WebLink Aboutmin brd of selectmen 12/13/2006 Town of Mansfield Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 Present: Chairman David McCarter, Vice Chairman Louis Amoruso, Clerk George Dentino, Selectman Michael McCue and Selectman Ann Baldwin John D'Agostino, Town Manager The Board of Selectmen's meeting was called to order at 7:30pm, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. One position available on Board of Assessors. Two candidates interviewing for position. William Clemmey and Glenn Nirenburg. Selectman Baldwin asks the candidates why they are interested in the Assessor position. Mr. Nirenburg described the nature of his work and his interest in getting involved in town business. Mr. Clemmey stated he is a business owner in town and is interested in getting involved with a town committee and felt this was an important board. Selectman Baldwin asked the candidates if either of them had taken a course necessary to be on the Board of Assessors. Neither have but will if appointed. Both candidates are in favor of the split rate recently voted by the BOS. Selectman Baldwin also asked how the candidates would handle the issue of requests for tax abatement. Both candidates stated they would handle the issue on a case by case basis. Select McCue also asked the candidates about their positions on the tax rate. (If they would consider going back to a single tax rate at some time.) Both candidates stated they would have an open mind but felt consistency with the rate was important. Selectman Amoruso asked Mr. Clemmey if he would have a problem with separating his business dealings with that of assessing town business. He stated that he did not think it would be an issue. Selectman Amoruso also asked Mr. Nirenburg if his position as a realtor would be any conflict with his responsibilities as an Assessor. Selectman Dentino asked Mr. Nirenburg his opinion about issuing small business tax exemptions. Mr. Nirenburg stated that this situation would also have to be handled on a case by case basis. Mr. Clemmey expanded upon Mr. Nirenburg's answer by stating that the State clearly defines who is eligible and why for this exemption. Selectman Dentino asked both candidates if they would compile a list of small business that would qualify for the exemption. Mr. Nirenburg stated that the Assessors office is under staffed and that he felt businesses should apply for the exemption, not be sough out. Selectman Dentino also asked both candidates if they regularly attend town meeting. They both replied they do. Chairman McCarter thanked the candidates for coming in. Motion: To nominate William Clemmey for Assessor. (Dentino/Amoruso) motion fails Motion: To nominate Glenn Nirenburg for Assessor. (McCue/Baldwin) 3:2 passes ..: f'! Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 1 One candidate for Constable, Stephen Sheaff. Looking to be a Constable in town. This would be his first. Selectman Dentino states that Mr. Sheaff has impeccable references and would welcome him as a Constable. Selectman Amoruso asked if he has had problems with being a process server. Mr. Sheaff stated he has not. McCue asked if the Town has a limit on the number of Constables in town. Mr. D'Agostino stated we could limit it but haven't at this time. He will look to see how much business is done in town in order to support the number of Constables we have. He will also talk to the Norton Town Manager, Jim Purcell, to see why they limit their Constables. Selectmen Baldwin does not have any questions. Neither does Chairman McCarter. Motion: To appoint Mr. Sheaff a Constable in the Town of Mansfield. (McCue/Baldwin) 5:0 passes 5 positions are available for the Non Profit Gift Fund Committee. Lorilee Fish, resident and Park and Rec Director, Nancy Wall, resident and Board of Health member, and Chuck Boehm, resident have applied. All present for interview. Ms. Fish interested in serving in this capacity. Ms. Wall also interested in volunteer work and expending the gift funds to worth causes. Mr. Boehm has previous experience in this area. Selectman McCue asked how the candidates would handle having to turn down an applicant. Ms. Wall stated that she would go by set criteria to determine who gets funds. Mr. Boehm talked about different application processes with other groups that he has had experience with. Selectman Amoruso asked how the candidates would handle having to say no to the Selectmen if they were not following the set process. They indicated they would .not have a problem with this. Selectman Dentino asked the candidates how they felt about making recommendations to the Board in regards to guidelines, requests and awards. The candidates again indicated they would not have a problem with this. They would establish priorities for the committee but would also ask the BaS for guidance when necessary. Selectman Dentino asked the candidates if they would have any interaction with the United Way or other groups in considering applicants. They stated they would work with other organizations when necessary, however this would be a separate group. Mr. Boehm asked what the term limit would be. Chairman McCarter stated that it hasn't been established but he thinks it should start in Jan 07 for one year terms. Selectman Amoruso and Selectman McCue agreed. Chairman McCarter stressed to the applicants that they would be a regular committee that has to post meeting, take minutes. etc. Motion: To appoint Lorilee Fish, Nancy Wall and Chuck Boehm to a one year term ending December 31, 2007. (McCue/Amoruso) 5:0 passes Motion: To accept resignation from Mr. Thomas Stevens from FinComm. Thank you letter for service to town will be sent. (Amoruso/McCue) 5:0 passes Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 2 1 position available on the Finance Committee, two candidates interviewing. William Clemmey and Jon Openheim. Mr. Openheim and Mr. Clemmey stated reasons why they wanted to be on FinComm. Selectman Baldwin asked the candidates if they realized that this was coming into the busy time for the committee. Both candidates stated they did and would have the time necessary. Selectman McCue stated the importance of the FinComm and was glad that the applicants would be committed. He then asked Mr. Openheim to elaborate on the experience listed on his application. Selectman McCue also asked Mr. Clemmey about his MBA studies. Mr. Clemmey is close to getting his degree in Finance. This degree would compliment his career path and a position on the FinComm. Selectman McCue then asked if the candidates' regularly attending town meeting and they replied they did. Selectman Amoruso asked the candidates about balancing the school budget vs. the municipal budget. Mr. Openheim stated that while in support of the school he is also interested in a balance in the two budgets. Mr. Clemmey stated that he is a fiscal conservative and believes in a balance budget between the two interests. Selectman Dentino asked Mr. Openheim if tax time would be a more burdensome time for him and he stated no. Selectman Dentino also asked Mr. Openheim about his experience in municipal financing. Mr. Openheim expanded upon his experience listed in his application. Chairman McCarter asked Mr. Clemmey how he felt about the use of overrides. Mr. Clemmey stated they are warranted at times but it general is not for them. Mr.Openheim stated he would have to look at any override request on a case by case basis. However, he is also general not in favor of overrides. Motion: To appoint William Clemmey to FinComm for a three year term ending 2010. (Dentino, no second). Motion fails. Motion: To appoint Jon Openheim to FinComm for a three year term ending 2010. (McCue/ Amoruso) Dentino abstains. 4:0:1 passes Chairman McCarter explained to the audience that re-appointments are not being interviewed as they are unopposed. New or opposed positions will be interviewed. Finance Committee (2 terms ending January 1, 2010): . Jess Aptowitz, 30 Fieldstone Drive, candidate for re-appointment . James Lazzara, 132 Willow St, candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Mr. Aptowitz and Mr. Lazzara to the Finance Committee for a term ending January 1, 2010. (McCue/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Constable (3 year term ending January 1, 2010): . Paul Boyden, 126 High St, candidate for re-appointment . Jack Riccio, 347 Mill St, candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Mr. Boyden and Mr. Riccio for Constable for a term ending January 1, 2010. (Dentino/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 3 Board of Library Trustees (term ending January 1, 2010): . Chris Cormier-Hayes, 40 Lantern Lane, candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Ms. Cormier-Hayes for the Board of Library Trustees for a term ending January 1, 2010. (Dentino/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Fair Housing/Local Housing Partnership (term ending January 1, 2010): . Judith Martone, 5 Trowbridge Lane, candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Ms. Martone to the Fair Housing/Local Housing Partnership for a term ending January 1, 2010. (Dentino/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Conservation Commission (term ending January 1, 2010): . Carolyn Matthew,108 Elyse Rd, 70 Mill St., candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Ms. Matthew to the Conservation Commission for a term ending January 1, 2010. (Dentino/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Recreation Commission (term ending January 1, 2010): . David Rapoza, 19 Paula Lane, candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Mr. Rapoza to the Recreation Commission for a term ending January 1, 2010. (Dentino/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Animal Welfare Committee (term ending January 1, 2010): . Ana Molina-Villella, 5 Kemp Farm Way, candidate for re-appointment Motion: To re-appoint Ms. Molina-Villella to the Animal Welfare Committee for a term ending January 1, 2010. (Dentino/Baldwin) 5:0 passes Warrant No. 23 in the amount of $1,451,763.48 (signed last week) - Chairman McCarter abstains from check # 360975 Motion: To approve warrant # 23 in the amount of $1,451,763.48 (Amoruso/McCue) 4:0 passes Warrant No. 24 in the amount of $3,773,080.94 - Chairman McCarter abstains from check # 361101. Motion: To approve warrant # 24 in the amount of $3,773,080.94 (Amoruso/McCue) 4:0 passes Motion: To approve minutes of November 20, 2006 Selectmen's meeting. (Amoruso/McCarter) 5:0 passes approve as amended (change on pg 2) Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 4 Application of Cork's Fine Wine and Liquors, LLC for Wine & Malt Retail License. Motion: To approve Cork's Fine Wine and Liquors, LLC for Wine & Malt Retail License. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of EI Azteca Restaurant for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve EI Azteca Restaurant for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of The Fresh Catch for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve The Fresh Catch for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of The G Connection for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve The G Connection for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Jimmy's Pub for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Jimmy's Pub for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Willowdale Golf Course Inc for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Willowdale Golf Course Inc for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of B-V Mansfield Senior Housing dba The Village at Willow Crossings for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve B-V Mansfield Senior Housing dba The Village at Willow Crossings for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Tang Sz, Inc. dba Cheng Du Restaurant for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Tang Sz, Inc. dba Cheng Du Restaurant for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Honey Dew Donuts 211 N. Main St. for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Honey Dew Donuts 211 N. Main St. for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Honey Dew Donuts @ Shaws, 390 West St. for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To a rove Honey Dew Donuts @ Shaws, 390 West St. for Common Victuallers Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 5 license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Honey Dew Donuts, 99 Copeland Ave for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Honey Dew Donuts, 99 Copeland Ave for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Tahana Restaurant for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Tahana Restaurant for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Quan' s Kitchen for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Quan's Kitchen for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Stefano's Pizza & Subs for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Stefano's Pizza & Subs for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Sweet N' Crafty for Common Victuallers license. Motion: To approve Sweet N' Crafty for Common Victuallers license. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of EI Azteca Restaurant for an All Alcohol Common Victualler license Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for EI Azteca Restaurant (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of The G Connection All Alcohol Common Victualler license Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for The G Connection (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Jimmy's Pub All Alcohol Common Victualler license Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for Jimmy's Pub (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of TGI Friday's All Alcohol Common Victualler license Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for TGI Friday's (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Discussion: subject to suitable location Application of Willowdale Golf Course All Alcohol Common Victualler license Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for Willowdale Golf Course (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 6 Application of Tang Sz, Inc. dba Cheng Du Restaurant All Alcohol Common Victualler license. Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for Tang Sz, Inc. dba Cheng Du Restaurant. (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Application of Tahana Restaurant All Alcohol Common Victualler license Motion: To approve All Alcohol Common Victualler license for Tahana Restaurant (Baldwin/McCue) 5:0 passes Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 7 None None . Town Manager compensation for FY07 (July 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007) Retro compensation from July 1, 2006 for FY07. Contract would change again July 1,2007 for fiscal year 2008. Selectman Dentino asks if this retro raise is in regard to old contract items? 2006 contract went to a fiscal year instead of calendar year. Review of contract should have been done this past November with raise starting July 1, 2006. This was not done however. Chairman McCarter stated that the evaluation should have been done and any raise should have started this past July. It has been postponed too long so it is being discussed now. The Town Manager has asked the BOS to review his contract and salary several times since July. Selectman Dentino has several issues with the Town Manager's compensation package. Motion: To increase the Town Manager's salary 2.5'10 for FY07 retro to July 1. Contract terms from FY08 on. (Amoruso/McCue) 4:1 passes (Dentino nay) . Selectman McCue has no items. . Selectman Baldwin would like boards/committees to come and update the BOS She would also like to state that Selectman Dentino did not intend to call her names at a previous meeting. His comments were directed at other Board members. . Chairman McCarter stated he spoke with Mr. Clemmey about the Finance Committee. Mr. Clemmey is no longer interested. There will be openings on several committees for 2007. The BOS will go over old applications for interest. . Selectman Amoruso has no items. . Selectman Dentino, asked about resident with grass curbing issue. Lee Azinheira and John Sullivan have been notified and Mr. D'Agostino will follow up. Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 8 Questions involving MMAS issues reported in paper and at open meetings. Selectmen should be involved in any meetings regarding the sale of the property. Mr. D'Agostino stated that he has acted as an agent of the BOS in his position as the Town Manager and Selectman Amoruso stated that he had impressed to Mr. D'Agostino that the town would not sell the property to MMAS for one dollar. Selectman McCue stated that negotiations with the MMAS or any party would not begin until the RFP process is complete. Mr. D'Agostino explained the nature of the meeting with the MMAS and stated that a member of the BOS will be invited to all future meetings. The RFP process is a costly, lengthy one and any non profit eligible would be included. Mr. D'Agostino stated the MMAS article presented at town meeting was a citizen petition not one written or supported by the Town Manager. Council amended the petition for the citizens at town meeting so it could legally heard. The RFP will not be written nor structured for one particular organization. Motion: To adjourn at 1O:05pm (McCue/Amoruso) 5:0 passes fec,,:?e- 1;: i9eM"'Uu> Signature of Clerk p~ I?, ctJtJ? Date of Approval Board of Selectmen Minutes of December 13, 2006 9