The weekly meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday evening, December 18, 2007 at 7:30 p.m.
Present: Theresa McNulty, Chairman; David L. Walsh, Clerk; Peter A. Hamilton
George Samia, Town Administrator
Karen Grabau, Adm. Assistant
APPOINTMENT
Lynda and Marc Landreville met with the Board regarding their application for a Common Victualer License. Mrs. Landreville explained that they are located in the new Compass Medical building. Will be selling sandwiches, scones, coffee, soup/chowder, etc.
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve a Common Victualer License for Lynda & Marc Landreville dba Deja Brew Coffee, 1 Compass Way, Suite 103; Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2007 meeting.
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the request of Maureen Vardaro of Boy Scout troop 29 for use of the Town Hall parking lot on Saturday, January 5, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for a Bottle and Can Drive.
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve accepting the streetlight at the intersection of Old Farm Road and Washington Street on Pole J.A. CY 16 as a town streetlight.
It was noted that this light was installed as part of the new subdivision but was not listed with the rest of the accepted streetlights.
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Common Victualer Licenses:
LICENSE #11
The Montana Group dba Johnny Macaroni’s John Vallarelli, Manager
582 West Street
LICENSE #24
Papa Stelios Pizza Larry Vintzelos, Mgr.
224 No. Bedford Street
Hours: 10 a.m. - 12 a.m. 7 days
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Class II – Used Car Dealers Licenses:
LICENSE #26
Catherine McDonagh dba Claddagh Auto Sales 558 West Street
Restrictions: 1. Only 10 unregistered vehicles on property at any given time
2. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday - closed
3.All display of vehicles to be 10-15 feet from of road
4. No repairs to be done on property
5. No motor vehicles parts of any kind to be displayed on or in building
6. No sales of auto parts to take place on property. No dismantling of vehicles on
property.
LICENSE #12
Batti's Auto Body 26 No. Central Street
Restrictions: Only 10 cars on display at anytime
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday
Board of Selectmen -2- December 18, 2007
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Class III – Motor Vehicle Junk License:
LICENSE #1
Edward P. Flint dba Flint & Son Used Auto Parts
557 No. Central Street
E. Bridgewater, MA 02333
Restrictions: 1. No junk cars to be stored in front of fence between
garage and roadway leading to the junk car storage area
2. Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon - Sat.
m/Walsh, s/Hamilton, move to approve the renewal of the following Common Victualer – All Alcoholic Licenses:
All Licenses under this category have the following allowed hours of operation
Weekdays & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.; Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Sunday - 12 noon - 1:00 a.m.
Frank’s Cafe and Coffee House, Inc. dba T.J. Smith’s
The Mockingbird Restaurant Joseph M. Smith, Manager
Kelly Cannizzaro, Mgr. 13 Cross Street
838 North Bedford Street
The Montana Group, Inc. dba Johnny Macaroni’s Ye Olde Standish Grille, Inc.,
John Vallarelli, Manager Arthur L. O’Leary, Manager
582 West Street 175 No. Bedford Street
Harden & Sons Enterprises dba Patriot Pub Geek Inc. dba The Nutty
Kenneth A. Harden, Manager Irishman Pub & Club
225 Bedford Street Patricia Bureau ,Manager
579 West Street
Pub 106, Inc. Ridder Farm Inc.
Dana Colby, Manager Paul C. Hart, Manager
1300 Plymouth Street 390 Oak Street
One Putt Inc. dba Cameron’s on the Green Petsoco, Inc. dba Pier 18
William Russell, Manager Seafood & Grille
436 Oak Street Peter J. Soroka, Mgr.
205 Bedford Street
Carmen’s inc. dba Carmen’s Mexican & American Restaurant
Edward J. Murphy, Manager
34 Bedford Street
m/Walsh, s/Hamilton, move to amend motion to add: ,contingent upon Fire and Building Inspector inspection and approval.
VOTE: Yes – McNulty, Walsh, Hamilton; a unanimous vote to approve amendment.
VOTE: Yes – McNulty, Walsh, Hamilton; a unanimous vote to approve motion as amended
Board of Selectmen -3- December 18, 2007
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Common Victualer – Wine & Malt License:
All Licenses under this category have the following allowed hours of operation
Weekdays & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.; Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Sunday - 12 noon - 1:00 a.m.
Deng’s Garden Restaurant Corp.
Benny Deng, Manager
225 Bedford Street
m/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Club – All Alcoholic Licenses:
All Licenses under this category have the following allowed hours of operation
Weekdays & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.; Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Sunday - 12 noon - 1:00 a.m.
The Commercial Club of E. Bridgewater
Donald Ferbert, Jr., Manager
Neilsen Avenue
The Ideal Club, Inc.
Manual D. Fortes, Manager
14 West Union Street
m/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Package Store – All Alcoholic Licenses:
All Licenses under this category have the following allowed hours of operation
Weekdays & Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.; Sundays 12:00 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Grapevine Wine & Spirits, LLC
J. Hunt, Manager
685 North Bedford Street
ABA Inc. dba East Bridgewater Wine & Spirits
Dianne E. Kennedy, Manager
225 Bedford Street
Chook Discount Liquors, LLC dba Harmony Package Store
May Mi Chow, Manager
162 North Bedford Street
Board of Selectmen -4- December 18, 2007
m/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move to approve the renewal of the following Package Store – Wine & Malt Licenses:
All Licenses under this category have the following allowed hours of operation
Weekdays & Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.; Sundays 12:00 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Afrin Enterprises, Inc. dba Country Convenience
Abu Zafar, Manager
210 Pond Street
Ridder Air Ent., Inc. dba Tri Town Convenience
Jennifer R. Ridder, Manager
60 Franklin Street
Crocetti-Oakdale Packing Inc.
Carl F. Crocetti, Manager
378 Pleasant Street
The T. Sikder Corporation dba Tedeschi’s #330
Elizabeth C. Parveg, Manager
52 Bedford Street
Robert W. Lundin dba Joppa Market
Robert W. Lundin, Manager
626 Bedford Street
DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Margaret Alexander stated that the Historical Commission was not aware of their appointment and requested that they be placed on an agenda in February. Also, discussed with the Board the status accident claim for the damaged head stones in the Old Cemetery. Noted that the cost of replacement was $3,000.00.
Mr. Samia reported that he spoke to the Insurance Agency and they were checking on the status of the claim.
Mr. Hamilton expressed his appreciation to Mrs. Alexander for the article regarding Sachem Rock. Noted that he has received several comments regarding the article.
DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Members of the Senior Center Building Committee met with the Board. Present were: Jane Haines, Dominick DeAngelo, Beverly Fanning, Edith Imlach and Sandra Luddy-Ross.
Mrs. Haines reviewed the process the Committee has used to look at various properties and their final decision to go forward with concept of renovation and additions to Sachem Rock Farm for the Senior Center. Explained the various activities that would be offered at a senior center. Informed the Board that the Committee plans to submit an article for the upcoming STM for a Debt Exclusion Override for 4 million dollars.
Mr. Walsh questioned why the Westview Nursing Home was not considered for the center. Mrs. Haines explained that the committee had determined that the building was not feasible. Mr. DeAngelo explained the various problems with the Westview property.
Board of Selectmen -5- December 18, 2007
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
Mr. Samia gave an update on the Budget; noted that with one exception, all departments have submitted their budget with a 3% increase. Informed the board that this may be a harder year for budgets than in the 15 years he has been in East Bridgewater; cited no new growth, possible state aid decrease, etc. Promised that the town can expect to see a sensible budget presented. Cautioned that choices will need to be made in order to present a balanced budget.
REMINDERS
Letter from Veterans’ Agent thanking Commercial Club for $2,000 in Trucchi Supermarket Gift Certificates
Nomination Papers available at Town Clerk’s Office
Last day to register foe Primary, January 16; Primary – February 5, 2008
Town Census mailed
Recycling Information sheet available at Town Hall
Christmas Tree curbside pick-up, Saturday, January 12 & 19, 2008
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move that Town Hall will remain open for late evening hours on Wednesday, December 26, 2007.
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, a unanimous vote, move that Town Hall will close at 4:30 p.m. on December 31, 2007.
Mr. Walsh announced that the Board has reviewed letter received from Thomas Hoisington. Noted that Mr. Hoisington had complaints regarding noise coming from Nutty Irishman Pub. After investigating, found that only two complaints were received by the Police Department, from 1/1/2005 to present, both from Mr. Hoisington in October, 2007. The patio was approved with the new license in 2005; a letter from Mr. Hoisington with concerns was received a week after the hearing and approval of the license by the board; license was issued in February, 2006. Requested that a letter be sent to Mr. Hoisington with Board’s findings; inform him that should problems occur, he should call Police Department.
Mr. Samia informed the board that he is still working on ways to reduce energy costs. Mr. Walsh requested that Town counsel look over existing contract and school’s contract; set up a date for presentation from companies.
Mrs. McNulty noted that the Board had received a letter from residents of Natalie Drive with concerns regarding traffic, rubbish, etc. on their street. Has spoken to Building Inspector and will be discussing ways to alleviate problem with DPW Director. Will follow-up with a letter to residents once solution has been found.
Mr. Hamilton noted that the MMA Annual Meeting in January 11 & 12, 2008. Board members noted that they would attend.
OPEN FORUM No one was present
M/Walsh, s/Hamilton, move to close Open Session and go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing contract negotiations and personnel issues and will not be returning to Open Session.
VOTE: Yes – McNulty, Walsh, Hamilton; a unanimous vote in favor.
Open Session adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
_______________________________Clerk
Board of Selectmen
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