July 21, 2008
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Goodnow with all members in attendance.
Public Hearing – application of Kathleen A. Ozella d/b/a Lakeview Farms for the transfer of a Restaurant Wine & Malt, Common Victualler and Weekday Entertainment License from Vanessa, LLC d/b/a Ann’s Lakeview Farms, Ann L. Odabashian, Manager
Mr. Goodnow read the public hearing notice.
Mrs. Davies did not attend this hearing.
Attorney Laura Mann represented Kathleen Ozella. She stated the applicant is here this evening to transfer licenses from Ann’s Lakeview Farms and in a separate matter to request the Selectmen, under MGL Chap. 140, Sec. 9, revoke the Common Victualler License currently held by Mrs. Odabashian. Attorney Mann stated Mrs. Odabashian has not been operating the business noting that Mrs. Ozella has a business certificate from the Town Clerk’s Office and the proper licenses from the Board of Health. The Worker’s Comp. Insurance is also in Mrs. Ozella’s name and the only item needed to bring Mrs. Ozella into full compliance at this time is the Common Victualler. Attorney Mann stated she contacted Attorney Ambler this afternoon and was informed he is now representing Mrs. Odabashian. She
asked the Board to contact outside counsel to get a legal opinion regarding the Common Victualler.
The Selectmen asked if the operation of the business would remain the same. Mrs. Ozella answered in the affirmative.
Mr. Goodnow asked if there was anyone present in favor or in opposition to this application. No one responded.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted to close the public hearing.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the transfer of the Weekday Entertainment and Common Victualler License; and to also grant the transfer of the Restaurant Wine & Malt License pending approval by the ABCC.
Mrs. Davies returned to the meeting.
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Mr. Doug Robinson of Bob’s Furniture Store invited the Selectmen to the store’s grand opening on August 7th, 10 AM.
Police Chief – police station repairs
Chief Daigle updated the Board on the deteriorating condition of the Police Station, in particular, the leaking roof. Several years ago, repairs were done to the roof which were considered to be a three to five year fix. A report from Roof Management Consultants, Inc. noted the roof was intended to be temporary in nature and has lasted as long as it was intended to last. The estimated cost of a new roof would be between $40,000 & $50,000. Chief Daigle also reported that after a recent inspection by the Department of Public Health, safety violations were noted such as plumbing issues, missing bolts and rusting cells.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted that Chief Daigle go forward with requesting funds for the new Police Station roof and to perform other safety repairs as noted in the report from the Department of Public Health.
On a Mayhew/Chaves motion, the Board unanimously voted to form a small committee to review long-term options to upgrade the Police Station.
Commission on Disability – update
The Selectmen reviewed a letter written by the Commission on Disability pertaining to blocking sidewalk use by the placement of mailboxes in the wrong location. Ms. Cook stated she met with the Bellingham Postmaster and Mr. Fraine on this issue. The Selectmen stated they would like to get Town Counsel’s opinion on this matter and to also set up a meeting with the Commission on Disability, the Postmaster and Safety Officer.
Mr. Shaunessy appeared before the Board to express his displeasure with the response from various town officials relative to his crosswalk complaints. Mr. Goodnow thanked him for appearing before the Board and stated he would review this matter with Mr. DiMartino and Mr. Fraine.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the June 9th and August 7th minutes as submitted.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted that Contract 2008-6 Replacement of the Lake Street Box Culvert be awarded to the low bidder, Lorusso Corp. of Plainville, MA.
On a Mayhew/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the annual extension of engineering/consultant agreements (as listed in Mr. DiMartino’s June 25th memo) through June 30, 2009.
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On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve water abatements in the amount of $3074.82, sewer abatements in the amount of $52.73 and trash abatements in the amount of $1304.00.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously granted permission to Mr. DiMartino to lift the water use restriction currently in place.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted to authorize Chairman Goodnow to sign the GATRA Contract continuation.
On a Mayhew/Martinelli motion, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline A. Bokoski
Administrative Assistant
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