January 6, 2014
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Connor with all members in attendance.
Public Hearing – application of Marie Coronato d/b/a St. Nick’s for a Second Hand Dealer’s License, 90 Mendon Street
Mr. Connor read the public hearing notice.
Nick & Karen Tassone spoke on behalf of Marie Coronato who was also in attendance.
Mr. Connor explained the primary intent of a Second Hand Dealers License is to establish a system which fairly and impartially regulates the sale of second hand articles.
Chief Daigle stated the issuance of this license will help the Police Dept. in identifying stolen property that may be received by the Second Hand Dealer. He went on to state his department was notified by Police Departments in surrounding areas that individuals dealing in stolen goods were selling them at St. Nick’s. Chief Daigle stated that surrounding towns/cities are going forward with the licensing process for Second Hand Dealers and with the rules & regulations that need to be followed, it will be a deterrent for individuals dealing in stolen goods.
Mr. Tassone stated he would never knowingly deal in stolen goods and has always worked with the Police Department. Mrs. Tassone stated the closing of St. Nick’s doors for the last month has been devastating for their business.
Mr. Soter stated that although he realizes the closing of the business may have been a hardship, St. Nick’s has been given a second chance to move forward with the proper licensing.
Mrs. Tassone stated she heard any second hand article purchased by the license holder is to be held on the premises for 30 days and wanted to make sure this is a fact.
Officer Provost confirmed the 30-day holding period and went on to state if an officer has probable cause to believe any second hand article is needed as evidence in a criminal investigation or the article is stolen, it may be seized as evidence.
Mr. Tassone expressed his concern at the loss of money if an item is seized. Officer Provost stated the second hand dealer shall be issued a receipt for the article and may be listed as a victim in a criminal proceeding.
Mr. Connor asked if there was anyone present to speak on this application. No one responded.
Minutes of 1/6/14, Page 2
On a Mayhew/Featherston motion, the Board unanimously voted to close the public hearing.
On a Mayhew/Soter motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the application of Marie Coronato d/b/a St. Nicks for a Second Hand Dealer’s License, 90 Mendon Street.
On a Mayhew/Featherston motion, the Board unanimously voted to authorize emergency spending to continue the necessary snow and ice control operations.
On a Mayhew/Spencer motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the Class II, Class III & Auction License renewals for Copart, Mendon St., and the Class II Renewal for Maple St. Auto, Maple St.
On a Mayhew/Featherston motion, the Board unanimously voted to sign the Bellingham Estates Open Space Deed.
On a Spencer/Mayhew motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following abatements: Municipal Water, $23,500.12; Municipal Sewer, $3,264.35; Residential Water, $310.61; Residential Sewer, $123.20 and Residential Trash, $164.00.
On a Mayhew/Featherston motion, the Board unanimously voted to set the seasonal population estimate at 1500.
On a Spencer/Mayhew motion, the Board unanimously voted to open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant this evening and set the closing date for February 14th, 12 noon.
Mr. Connor noted the following BPA employees are up for reappointment this year: Animal Control Officers – Cindy Souza & Tracey Taddeo; Insp. of Bldgs. – Stuart LeClaire and Asst. Assessor/Appraiser – Betsy Cournoyer.
The BPA contract states employees shall be notified on or before February 1st if they are not going to be reappointed.
Mr. Soter stated a formal mechanism should be developed for these positions as well as other appointments in the future.
On a Mayhew/Featherston motion, the Board unanimously voted to accept the minutes of December 16th as submitted.
On a Featherston/Mayhew motion, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline A. Bokoski, Admin. Asst.
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