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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOS 03/28/2018Minutes of Board of Selectmen Meeting March 28, 2018 Present: Mr. Michael Trowbridge, Chairman; Mr. Jess Aptowitz, Vice -Chairman; Mr. Frank DelVecchio, Clerk, Mr. Steve Schoonveld and Mr. Neil Rhein RECEIVED 1. Call To Order Board of Selectmen Meeting- Pledge of Allegiance TOWN CLERKS OFFICE Chairman Trowbridge called the meeting to order at 6:30PM. He reminded 11kyeat the meeting was being broadcast live and taped for future broadcast on Mansfield Cable. He asked 1 t e Y%Wbers of the audience recording, to which Chairman Trowbridge acknowledged that Ms. Dong from Mansfield News would be. MA, ,SS.ACHUSETTS 2. Public Hearing in accordance of M.G. L. Chapter 138 Section 12 for Consideration of an Alteration of Premises for an All Alcohol Common Victualler License for New England Sportservice, Inc., Stephen Kelly, Manager located at 885 South Main Street pending routing through Town Hall Departments and Public Safety at 6:30PM Mr. DelVecchio read the public notice into record. Motion: To open the public hearing. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Mr. Stephen Kelly and Mr. Jeff Mann were present. Mr. Kelly stated that the venue was looking to expand their all alcohol license and serve hard alcohol through the entire venue. He stated that the guests of the venue have been asking for this change and noted that the Mansfield location was the last venue to not have a full liquor license. He stated they are looking to serve premium beverages and they are considering pouring machines that would regulate the amount of each pour. Mr. Kelly stated they have hired an alcohol compliance team to enforce the alcohol policies and each staff person has to be TIPS trained. Mr. Kelly stated that the ABCC continues to be . present at many of the events and typically the inside the venue has not been the problem. Mr. Kelly also confirmed that a policy of Delaware North was that no shots were allowed on premises. Chairman Trowbridge asked Mr. Kelly to clarify what was considered the whole premises. Mr. Kelly answered that it was the amphitheater and lot 10 only and was not all the parking lots. He explained that there are a few shows where lot 10 is fenced off and becomes part of the venue and can only be accessed once an attendee enters the main gate. Mr. DelVecchio asked what the expected revenue would be and how many drinks they would sell. Mr. Kelly answered it would be the additional points of sales and they would be adding carts amongst the beer and wine stands that exist. Mr. DelVecchio stated he was trying to understand the magnitude of the expansion. Mr. Mann answered that they do not look at a per drink basis, but food and beverage was looked at by the spending per capita. Mr. Mann stated they will be premium premade cocktails. Mr. DelVecchio asked what has been the behavior of the crowd at other venues that offer these beverages. Mr. Mann answered that the venue will be working with public safety and within the venue was not a problem and Delaware North is the gold standard of safety and they are not afraid to shut someone off and remove them from the venue. Mr. Mann statedthat there has not been an uptick in incidents and they will have a premium price. Mr. Aptowitz stated that he noticed that the employees ask for everyone's id's and asked if that would carry over to these carts. Mr. Aptowitz asked if the plans are not to convert all beer stands then will they be building additional stands. Mr. Kelly answered they will be portable, however fixed in place for the show. Mr. Aptowitz stated if there is going to be more locations then he would like to know if it is cleared with the Chief. Mr. Aptowitz asked if they will open the venue earlier. Mr. Mann answered that it is not liquor related, but it is based on the renovations that have been done and create more spaces for people to hang out and have less crowding. Mr. Aptowitz stated that the kegs are stored on the other side of the compound and he would prefer that staff are not going through the compound. Mr. Mann answered that when the compound was expanded it took over more space and there is no other way to get to the cooler to switch out the kegs. Mr. Schoonveld asked if they will be set up in between each beer cart, so they will be readily available. Mr. Schoonveld asked if there will be a more sensitive level of where someone will be shut Meeting Minutes Board of Selectmen Page March 28, 2018 off. Mrd Kelly confirmed there would be and hence why they have the new alcohol compliance team to circulate the venue spot checking individuals. Mr. Rhein asked what the difference was between a premium drink and a well drink. Mr. Kelly stated that it is the brand. Mr. Rhein asked if you would be able to order vodka with soda or ctual bar and the rest will be would it all be premade drinks. Mr. Kelly answered there may be one ape premix drink mixed machine. Mr. Mann added that they are following what Gillette Stadium was doing with premix vodka lemonade machines and frozen margarita type machines. Mr. Rhein stated that the audience they are targeting was older and wealthier. Mr. Mann answered anyone over 21 who can afford it. Mr. Schoonveld asked if there are shows where they wouldn't serve the premium alcohol. Mr. Mann stated that initially they would not, but if a he capability to shut down locations. Mr. Aptowitz echoed what Mr. Mann stated show isn't going well they have t itz asked that since there are no shots being served, if a police and has witnessed that happening. Mr. Aptow can be immediately shut down. Mr. Mann stated he would officer witnesses a shot being served then the sales like that brought to his attention because that employee should not be working there. Chief Sellon came forward and stated that he met with Mr. Mann on this topic and was cautiously optimistic. Chief Sellon stated that he gets lots of complaints from patrons about the staff shutting them off, and noted that they are stringent when it comes to alcohol serving. Chief Sellon stated that problem time in the compound is typically seven to nine when there is an influx from the parking lots and stated he was more concerned with drinking in the parking lots. Chief Sellon added that his first season in 2013 there were 1,600 custodies and last year it was down to 800 and he is hoping to continue that downward trend. Chief Boldrighini stated that the staff at Live Nation do outstanding work and the festivals in lot 10 are traditionally not a drinking crowd. He shared Chief Sellon's thoughts on this and was cautiously optimistic. Motion: To close the public hearing. (Aptowitz/DelVecchio) Passes 5:0 Motion: To approve the application for Alteration of Premises for an All Alcohol Common Victualler License for New England Sportservice, Inc. located at 885 South Main Street subject to the specifications that lot 10 under festival conditions only. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 ce Chief Ron Sellon and Fire Chief Neal 3 Awarfrom the office oIf the Secretary ton to: wn lof Defense and Employeranager Kevin Dumas, ' Support of the Guard & Reserve for supporting 'n' our troops Mr. Michael Raymond, Veteran's Agent came forward and present recognitions to Chief Sellon and Chief Boldrighini for their support to veterans and to those who are still serving. He noted that the departments have supported those working in the National Guard and Reserve Forces on weekends and have veterans on their staff. 4. Discussion with the South End Citizens Association (SECA) about SRPEDD Route 495/140 Corridor Study Mr. Michael Gambale of 682 South Main Street came forward as the Chairman of SECA and stated he has been involved with the group since 1998. He stated that his home has been slated to be taken if the northbound off ramp were built from Route 495 onto South Main Street. He stated when the group met with SRPEDD in their study they noted only one person objected, but that was because he was the only one who spoke at the meeting. Mr. Gambale stated many reasons why this ramp was not wanted and stated that it did not make sense for the area as well as many safety and traffic concerns for South Main Street if the ramp were built. He stated his home has been in the family since 1890 and he is the fifth generation to live in the home and does not deserve to be evicted when other viable options exist. Mr. Gambale stated that several Boards of Selectmen dating back to the 1990's have unanimously supported the SECA group and oppose the ramp being built and he asked the Board tonight to vote to prevent the construction of this ramp. He stated the group was being proactive in seeking this vote. Chairman Trowbridge stated that there is not a ramp being proposed right now. Mr. Gambale stated that he was looking for the Town's support in pushing back to SRPEDD to look for other alternatives because the study is saying what is going to be needed if traffic continues to increase. Meeting Minutes Board of Selectmen Pal March 28, 2018 Ms. Jarie Sheehan of 600 South Main Street came forward and stated that she agreed with Chairman Trowbridge and did not think it was proposed in the near future, however if it is it would be nice for the Selectmen to try preserve the neighborhood and the conservation land that has already been cut into. Mr. Peter Brown of 545 South Main Street came forward and stated that in that study there are several places that SRPEDD recommend a ramp and only one spot where SRPEDD states that it should not be built until the future development is in place. He stated that it worries him and he has safety concerns that South Main Street doesn't have sidewalks and students are waiting on the side of the road for buses. Mr. Rhein thanked Mr. Gambale and stated that he read over the materials and listened to what was said tonight and agreed. Mr. Rhein stated there is no compelling need for it right now because exit 12 is a quarter of a mile away and seems to be sufficient. He then stated that he was surprised and this would be priority in the state because of all the other things going on and they can't fix the unnecessary red light that is on South Main Street. Mr. Schoonveld stated it was a great presentation and agreed that there are lots of alternatives. He liked the U- turn on Route 140 and had mentioned that as an option when there was Xfinity traffic on Willow Street last year. He noted the absence of the alternatives was something the Board might want to ask SRPEDD about and stated that SRPEDD didn't do their due diligence and only offered one solution and the Bard should ask for an addendum to the study. Mr. Schoonveld agreed the clover leaf further north was a great idea and believed the Board should seek these alternatives be added to the report. Mr. Aptowitz asked when they built the new route 140, it was the alternative to this issue and then asked if this proposed plan would include a light to go both right and left onto South Main Street. Mr. Gambale answered that it was to go both ways. Mr. Aptowitz believed that would cause lots of traffic to back up onto Route 495. Mr. Aptowitz asked if there was only one opposed noted in the study and Mr. Gambale answered there were people behind him they just chose not to speak. Mr. Aptowitz asked how many cars would use South Main Street according to the study. Mr. Gambale answered seven thousand. Mr. DelVecchio stated that he was not a traffic engineer, but if the Board pushes for more business development then there was going to be a need, and what the Board does could affect traffic patterns, but noted the development focus has been on the Cabot Industrial Park, not downtown. Mr. DelVecchio then asked what the purpose of this study was and where does it stand in the line of doing something. Chairman Trowbridge answered that SRPEDD was doing the study from Mansfield, Foxboro and Norton to look at the corridor of Route 140 and the traffic patterns. Mr. DelVecchio agreed with Mr. Schoonveld and stated that the Board should take a vote when it would be an effective vote. Board would be to check with Mr. Lee formatio and the Town Chairman Trowbridge stated the next step for the ce there is more information. Engineer. He added that this will be added as a future agenda item onion. Mr. Gambale lastly stated that he wanted to be ahead of the eight ball. 5. Consideration and Vote to Approve Revised 2018 Town Meeting Warrant Chairman Trowbridge stated that Mr. Stanbrook has made changes to the warrant, but there still could be wording changes up through the night of Town Meeting. Mr. Schoonveld asked if the order was now established by this vote and only the text can be changed, articles can no longer be added. Mr. Stanbrook confirmed it was and that Town Counsel has made changes to articles 11 and 12 based on changes to the bylaw. Mr. Schoonveld stated there was a lot of overlap and stated it will be up to the moderator to deal with that. Mr. Stanbrook stated that Town Counsel has recommended that every article be voted just in case the Attorney General changes anything after Town Meeting. Mr. Schoonveld noted the Town of Milford had to hold another ballot box vote or Town Meeting for an issue like that. Mr. Rhein asked what the deadline was and Mr. Stanbrook stated that the Board needs to sign what gets posted to the public tonight. He added that at Town Meeting someone could amend a motion on the floor, but they can not make a new article. Motion: To approve the revised 2018 Town Meeting Warrant. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Meeting Minutes Board of Selectmen Pal March 28, 2018 6. Consideration of Local Action Units Application for wiilowdale Estates Condominium Affordable Development law where so many units have to be affordable. Mr. Aptowitz Chairman Trowbridge stated that Mansfield has a by bridge answered there was not. Mr. Stanbrook apologized for asked if anyone was present for this. Chairman Trow not talking to Mr. Dumas about this prior to the meeting. Ms. Champagne answered that she spoke with Mr. Burke about this and he was in favor of how the project was proposed, and noted another application will be on the next meeting's agenda. Mr. DelVecchio stated that this has gone through Planning and either a payment is made in lieu of affordable units or affordable units are offered. Mr. Aptowitz stated that he was not comfortable making a decision. Chairman Trowbridge stated he did not need the developer to come in, but would like to know how other departments feel about it. Mr. DelVecchio stated he was unsure if this was holding the project up or not, but when he drove the location it did not look like the project was starting. Motion: To continue this agenda item to the next meeting. (DelVecchio/Schoonveld) Passes 5:0 7. Discussion of Articles by Selectmen for Town Meeting and Potential Vote There were no changes or discussion needed. 8. Discussion of Recreational Marijuana Sales and Updates Chairman Trowbridge noted there are currently three place holders at Town Meeting because the bylaws were not in place at the time, but have since been published. Mr. Schoonveld stated the Board could discuss the articles, but it may require more time, and asked if the Board would be taking a position on the citizen's petition banning recreational marijuana. Mr. Aptowitz stated that Board typically does not take a position on citizen's petitions. Mr. DelVecchio agreed that time was needed for a discussion. Mr. Aptowitz asked for a budget presentation and discussion. Mr. DelVecchio noted that on April 12, 2018 there is a joint meeting with the Finance and School Committees. Chairman Trowbridge stated he will discuss with Mr. Dumas when that can be on the Boards agenda, but noted it would probably happen on April 25, 2018. Chairman cond hairmragTrowbridge asked Ms. Champagne tounsel cannot tsee if the schoolend Town wouldng if it extends to a se uld be available on May 22, night208. 16`n Cha 9. Resident Questions and Comments There were no resident questions and comments. 10. Review and Approve Consent Agenda All items on the Consent Agenda may be adopted with a single motion. Any member of the Board of Selectmen may request that an h case t item l be voted on separately from a for rema ndertofthe Consent Agenda. All liiiccenses have been consideration item berouted through Town cHall Departments �llthe tments and any conditions have noted below. a) Approval of Board of Selectmen Meeting Minutes for: February 28, 2018 March 14, 2018 b) Vote To Approve Warrants: Town Vendor Warrant No. 18038T in the amount of $199,578.07 Electric Vendor Warrant No. 18038E in the amount of $80,658.74 School Vendor Warrant No. 18038S in the amount of $387,421.88 Town Vendor Warrant No. 18039T in the amount of $2,305,381.13 Electric Vendor Warrant No. 18039E in the amount of $44,305.25 C) Permits and License: s For Mansfield Taxi and Livery Subject To Satisfactory Safety Inspection O Consideration Of Hackney Carriage License Vehicles By Public Safety Officer: Vehicle 1: 2009 Dodge Caravan Consideration of 2018 Hackney Driver's License for Timothy Hayes Consideration of 2018 Hackney Driver's License for Steven Poliskey Sr. Consideration of 2018 Hackney Driver's License for Kevin Davis Meeting Minutes Board of Selectmen Pa, March 28, 2018 • Consideration of 2018 Hackney Driver's License for Evens Pierre • Consideration of 2018 Drainlayers License for G. Lopes Construction, Inc. • Consideration of 2018 Drainlayers License for Jones Contracting Inc. • Consideration of Commercial Parking Facility Renewal Application for 888 South Main Street • Consideration of Commercial Parking Facility Renewal Application for 885 South Main Street • Consideration of Commercial Parking Facility Renewal Application for 1 Foundry Street • Consideration of Commercial Parking Facility Renewal Application for 206-214 North Main Street • Consideration of Commercial Parking Facility Renewal Application for 875 South Main Street d) Proclamations • Nicholas Charles DeLucia Eagle Scout Motion: To approve the consent agenda minus the commercial parking lot license of 1 Foundry Street and 206- 214 North Main Street. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Mr. Schoonveld stated that he asked for these to be pulled because this area of Town has been a burden to the Board for the past year and there are many safety concerns with the streets of Howe, Draper and Highland which are in the area of the train station. He stated the residents in that area have lots of safety and traffic concerns and he wanted to have a discussion to see if there is any way to alleviate any of those safety concerns. Mr. Aptowitz stated his concern was that this year's license still includes the additional temporary spaces and asked if the licenses are approved and then the MBTA finishes construction this year. He felt that the additional temporary spaces should be removed from the license. Chairman Trowbridge stated he did not understand Mr. Schoonveld. Mr. Schoonveld stated that this was the Boards opportunity to have a conversation with the property owners and that there were too many cars on the small side streets. He asked if the Town Manager could have a discussion and see if there is anything that can be done to alleviate traffic in that area. Chairman Trowbridge asked when there license expires. Ms. Champagne answered April 30, 2018. Mr. Aptowitz asked what the fee is and if the fee was per parking space. Ms. Champagne answered it was a flat $200 renewal fee and they paid per space when an owner first applies for this type of license. Chairman Trowbridge did not believe there was anything that could be done and stated there is only one area to enter and one area to exit, and there is no way to create new exits or entrances. Mr. Rhein stated he was taken by surprise the first time he went to the train station and saw the gate on Allen Street and stated the simple solution would be to move the gate and did not understand the benefit the property owners got by doing this. He stated it was an inconsiderate move by the owner. Chairman Trowbridge agreed and did not think anyone would disagree with him on that. Mr. Rhein stated that he agreed with Mr. Schoonveld if the Board has a little leverage then there should be a discussion. Mr. DelVecchio asked if all the routing was complete. Ms. Champagne answered that she was still waiting on Public Safety, DPW and Planning. Chairman Trowbridge stated that the Board could not hold one owner responsible for the other. Mr. Schoonveld stated it was a broad issue. Motion: To approve 206-214 North Main Street Commercial Parking license for renewal. (Schoonveld/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Motion: To instruct the Town Manager to have that discussion with these parking lot owners. (Rhein/Schoonveld) Passes 3:2 Nay-Aptowitz and Trowbridge Motion: To approve the Commercial Parking License for One Foundry Street. (Aptowitz/DelVecchio) Passes 3:2 Nay-Schoonveld and Rhein 11. Consideration and Approval of Town Payroll Warrants: • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 18038PT in the amount of $380,772.27. Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 18038PT in the amount of $380,772.27. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 18038TV in the amount of $115,724.18. Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 18038TV in the amount of $115,724.18. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Meeting Minutes Board of Selectmen Page March 28, 2018 • School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 18038PS in the amount of $1,600,880.58. Motion: To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 18038PS in the amount of $1,600,880.58. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • School Deductions Vendor Payroll 18038SV in the amount of $524,773.81. Motion: To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 18038SV in the amount of $524,773.81. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 18039PT in the amount of $342,440.52. Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 18039PT in the amount of $342,440.52. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 • Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 18039TV in the amount of $107,536.68. Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 18039TV in the amount of $107,536.68. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 12. Correspondence • Letter from Patrick Burns of Creeden Street • Annual Notice from Xfinity • Annual Notice from Verizon • Letter from Xfinity for TV Changes • Letter from Rubos,Inc. • Letter from SRPEDD Mr. DelVecchio read a summary of the above correspondences. Mr. Aptowitz stated that residents set up two year contracts and people are getting less channels and it is not being fair. Chairman Trowbridge stated that this was something to provide to the licensing committee. Mr. Aptowitz stated that it was only every ten years. 13. Town Manager's Report This item was skipped as Mr. Dumas was not present for the meeting. 14. Selectmen's Questions and Comments Mr. Rhein wanted to wish everyone a Happy Passover and Happy Easter. He then stated that April is Earth month and Earth Day is April 22, 2018 and the Mansfield cleanup is April 28, 2018 and there is time to sign up. Mr. Schoonveld stated there was a CIP meeting to an hour and the committee will be meeting again to tie up some projects. He stated it was an honor and privilege to be at the Vietnam Veteran's pinning ceremony last Friday. Jordan Jackson Wizard Oz and St. Mary's Godspell and commented how talented the youth are in Mansfield. Mr. Schoonveld then commented that it is opening day is tomorrow and then said "Go cubs." Mr. Aptowitz wished everyone a Happy Passover and Happy Easter and what other holidays may be celebrated and then stated that he looks forward to the budget presentation at a future meeting. Mr. DelVecchio had no additional comments. 15. Any items not anticipated by the Chairman 48 hours prior to this meeting There were no items. 16. Adjourn Motion: To adjourn the March 28, 2018 Board of Selectmen meeting at 8:0313M. (DelVecchio/Aptowitz) Passes 5:0 Signature Minutes prepared by Carrie Champagne Meeting Minutes Board of Selectmen March 28, 2018 Page E