June 7, 2010
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Mayhew with all members in attendance except Mrs. Chaves.
The Board presented a proclamation to Jeanne Holmes thanking her for her many years of dedicated service to the Town as the swimming instructor.
Chief Ranieri introduced newly promoted members of the Fire Dept. – Lt. Chris Mach and Deputy Chief Steve Gentile.
On a Goodnow/Connor motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the change of manager for the Bellingham Sportsman’s Club from Gary Belhumeur to David Leavitt. Mr. Leavitt explained this change is taking place because Mr. Belhumeur has retired from this position.
Mr. Harold Ferra, Rockwell Amusements – request for Common Victualler, Weekday Entertainment License for carnival at Crossroads Shopping Plaza
Mr. Ferra stated he would like to have another carnival at the Crossroads Shopping Plaza because it rained almost every day during the one scheduled in April. The dates of the carnival will be June 16th – 20th with hours being 6 pm – 10 pm Wed., Thurs. & Fri.; Sat. 1 pm – 11 pm & Sun. 1 pm – 10 pm.
Mrs. Davies expressed her displeasure with the fact that promotional signs for the April carnival were still up on poles a few weeks ago. Mr. Ferra apologized stating they hire a company to advertise the carnival and they were told to take the signs down. He wasn’t aware they were still up until recently. He stated he will not be using a company to advertise, but will use lawn signs after getting permission from the property owners.
On a Goodnow/Connor motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the Common Victualler and Weekday Entertainment License requested by Harold Ferra, Rockwell Amusements for a carnival at Crossroads Shopping Plaza with dates & times as stated.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the May 17th minutes as submitted.
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On a Connor/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following abatements: municipal water $5116.27, residential water $875.40, municipal sewer $509.24, residential sewer $195.74 and trash $252.00.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to ratify Mr. Fraine’s appointment of Daniela Mason, Christopher James and Shawn Foster as Auxiliary/Special Police Officers.
Public Hearing – application of Stamatia Kontoulis d/b/a Bellingham House of Pizza to alter the premises by adding a twenty seat patio and extending their alcohol license to this area, 442 Hartford Ave.
Mr. Mayhew read the public hearing notice.
Mrs. Kontoulis stated she is here to get approval from the Selectmen to serve alcohol on the patio.
Mrs. Davies asked Mrs. Kontoulis why she wanted a patio for her restaurant. She stated that business is slow and felt that outdoor seating would increase business.
Mr. Goodnow asked if alcohol would be brought out to the deck by waitresses and Mrs. Kontoulis answered in the affirmative. She stated they run a family restaurant and the outside patio would be for patrons to enjoy their meal and alcoholic beverages.
Mr. Mayhew asked if there was anyone present in favor or opposition to this application. No one responded in favor.
Pat Rotatori of 341 Farm St. spoke in opposition. She stated she lives across the street from the establishment and has had problem with noise in the past and is concerned if patrons are allowed to sit out on the deck and drink, the noise will only increase. Mrs. Rotatori stated she has nothing against the Kontoulis family noting they are good neighbors, but she stated she is also a good neighbor. She stated that between the motorcycles revving their engines and patrons congregating outside to smoke, she had to put in air conditioning because she could not sleep with her windows open. She also noted that individuals hang out in the parking lot after the establishment is closed.
John Fachini of 441 Hartford Ave. also expressed his concern over the noise. He also stated that when patrons leave on their motorcycles, they don’t do so right away. They stay for a while talking and revving their engines. He felt that if drinking is allowed on the patio, it will increase the outdoor noise. The establishment is in a residential neighborhood.
Public Hearing – application of Nabil Hafez d/b/a Italian Pizza & Grill for a Common Victualler License, 101 Pulaski Blvd.
Mr. Mayhew read the public hearing notice.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to delay this hearing until the conclusion of the Bellingham House of Pizza hearing.
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Board members asked the abutters if they had contacted the Police Dept. with regard to the noise disturbance. They both said they had not with Mrs. Rotatori stating she did not want to bother the police because they have more important matters to deal with. The Board stated they need to contact the Police because it would be documentation of the disturbances.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to close the public hearing.
Mr. Goodnow made a motion to approve the application of Stamatia Kontoulis d/b/a Bellingham House of Pizza to extend their alcohol license to the 20-seat patio limiting the hours for serving to 9:00 PM, with the patio cleared by 10 PM. Mrs. Davies seconded the motion for discussion.
She feels having the patio off the front of the building located on a busy street is dangerous for the patrons.
Mr. Connor stated he is at a disadvantage because he does not go by that establishment very often and would like the opportunity to look into this matter further. He stated abutters to the establishment came in this evening to voice valid concerns that need to be looked into. He asked if this hearing could be continued to our next meeting. Board members agreed with this request.
On a Goodnow/Connor motion, the Board unanimously voted to reopen the public hearing.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to continue this hearing to their June 21st meeting.
Italian Pizza & Grill public hearing (continued)
Mr. Hafez stated he is requesting a Common Victualler License for a restaurant at 101 Pulaski Blvd. He stated he will be serving pizza and Italian food.
Board members asked what his operating hours will be. He stated 11 AM – 10 PM, seven days a week.
Mr. Mayhew asked if there was anyone present in favor or in opposition to the application. No one responded.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to close the public hearing.
On a Goodnow/Connor motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the application of Nabil Hafez d/b/a Italian Pizza & Grill for a Common Victualler License, 101 Pulaski Blvd. with hours as stated.
On a Davies/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to sign the Interim Note – Title 5 Loan in the amount of $300,000.
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On a Goodnow/Connor motion, the Board unanimously voted, pursuant to MGL Chapter 139 , Sections 1, 2 & 3 (as cited in Asst. Insp. of Bldgs. Earl Vater’s letter) to proceed with the demolition of the dwelling located at 100 Pothier Street. Letters were also received from Fire Chief Ranieri and Health Agent Michael Graf supporting the demolition.
Mr. Fraine reported on the Pulaski Blvd. rectory building. He stated the owner had committed to tearing it down in December and unfortunately it is still there. Mr. Connor asked Mr. Leclaire to contact the owner of the rectory and attempt to have it demolished.
Mr. Leclaire explained the rectory building is secure and unlike the Pothier St. property, it is not a health and safety risk. However, he assured the Board he would contact the owner.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to award the Solid Waste Disposal Contract to Allied Waste with a disposal price of $64.50 per ton with a 3% CPI increase each year (per their May 24, 2010 proposal).
Mr. Fraine requested an executive session pertaining to negotiations relative to the sale of water and union contract negotiations.
Members of the Board were polled with all voting in the affirmative.
On a Goodnow/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline A. Bokoski
Administrative Assistant
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