June 9, 1992 Present: James R. Haggerty
Judith R. Murdoch
Robert M. Crowley
Robert H. Andrews
Joseph Frisoli
Mr. Haggerty read letter from Richard Harris, update to Rte. 58, and asked that copy be sent to Business Man's Assoc.
Read letter from Chief Berry as well as letter from org. called We Care commending Williams, Larkin, Andrews and Savage for their participation in a life threatening situation, suicide. Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Crowley, to put copies in officers folders.
Request for one day beer and wine license for Republican Town Committee. Motion by Frisoli, 2nd Crowley, 5-0 vote to
Call fire fighters, full time firefighters in coordination with Rec. Com. requested a bon fire on 4th of July. Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Andrews, to give permission on Town Hall Grounds, by pond. 5-0 vote. Fire will take place just after dusk. It is understood that area will be cleaned, property reseeded, etc. by Fire Association.
Presentation made by Dan Orwig and Assoc. of affordable housing project off King St. called the Commons. The concept of housing was explained and Mr. Orwig gave presentation which outlined the construction of 41 units, 25% of which will be affordable. He asked Board for support so that he can take next step and file with State. After presentation and discussion, motion by Murdoch, 2nd Crowley, to support the project pointing out that all affordable units will be in perpetuity. Vote 4-0-1, Mr. Andrews abstaining who felt he had not seen enough information.
Request for outdoor license on 6/27 for McCarthy's Pub was withdrawn. Board voted on motion by Andrews, 2nd Murdoch, 5-0 to allow live entertainment on Wednesday evenings. 2 person band playing from 8 to 11 p.m. To be reviewed by Board pending police input.
Motion by Andrews, 2nd Murdoch, to grant Common Vic. license to Hanson Hist. Society for Strawberry Festival, June 12 and Harvest Fair, Sept. 19. 5-0.
Board signed State Aid to Highway's Chap. 89, Se. 31, MGL. 577.
Board designated Joseph Frisoli as member for study committee for Town Election Date as well as Town Clerk and Fin. Com. member.
Motion by Andrews, 2nd Crowley to grant request for permission for the DAV, Chap. 50 in Rockland, to conduct their Forget Me Not drive, Aug. 1-9. 5-0 vote.
Chairman read list of Annual Appointments asking that holds be placed on any questions the Board desired. After reading, hold placed on Conservation Com. members, Kuchinski and Gaffey by Crowley, and hold by Andrews on Town Counsel.
Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Frisoli, 5-0 to appoint others as read. (List on file)
Motion by Andrews, 2nd for discussion by Murdoch to reappoint Kathy Kuchinski.
Lengthy discussion held on the reappointment of Ms. Kuchinski. Mr. Haggerty asked for comments from each Board member. Frisoli and Crowley both indicated that they had called a number of people over the past few weeks asking for their opinion of Ms. Kuchinski. Frisoli read a number of adjectives and Mr. Crowley made a number of statements as a result of their discussions with citizens. Both indicated they were not in favor of reappointment Ms. Kuchinski. Mr. Andrews stated that he was in favor of reappointing based on her record and based on his concern for the wetlands and aquifer protections. He also read into the record a letter from the Water Commissions who supported Ms. Kuchinski's reappointment. Mrs. Murdoch had no comment at this time. Mr. Haggerty stated he
would not be in favor of appointing Ms. Kuchinski based on his first hand observations of her conduct at Con. Com. meetings as well as his discussions with various citizens of the Town. The Chairman recognized a number of speakers in the audience, Mr. Young read a statement outlining Ms. Kuchinski dedication and knowledge, Mr. Vess reiterated with a similar statement as did Warren Ellis, Elton Smith and several other citizens. Mr. McCarthy spoke against the appointment of Ms. Kuchinski. Mrs. Murdoch stated that she felt as at the previous reappointment 3 years ago that there was still a real problem with Ms. Kuchinski's attitude and tone in addressing citizens of our community. Mrs. Murdoch stated that although she did not agree with Ms. Kuchinski's conduct she felt she should be given one more chance and would therefore support her reappointment. Chairman recognized Ms. Kuchinski prior to going to the vote. Ms. Kuchniski stated that in
over five years she has only missed two meetings and has put in a lot of time and energy to the Con. Com. and in protecting the wetlands for the Town. She stated she is not anti-development, however is strict in her views of wetlands protection. She asked Board to support her reappointment.
Chairman went to vote. Vote was 2-3, Andrews and Murdoch in favor, Frisoli, Crowley and Haggerty, opposed.
Mr. Ellis submitted a handwritten resignation effective immediately to the Board of Selectmen. The Chairman stated that this would be taken up at the next meeting of the Board.
Board went on to discuss the reappointment of Brian Gaffey. Motion by Bob Andrews, 2nd Murdoch, to reappoint Brian Gaffey. Again the Board members commented. Mr. Crowley stated that he felt that in fairness to the Town the Board should take control and address a complete change for the Conservation Commission, and if necessary at next years appointment do the same thing. He felt every Board in this community should be "user friendly" in dealing with citizens in the Town. Other Board members agreed with Mr. Crowley's concerns, however each stated individually they had had no formal complaints concerning Mr. Gaffey and had no problem supporting his reappointment. Brief discussion from members of the audience. Board went to vote. Vote was 4-1, Mr. Crowley opposed.
After some continued discussion within the room, motion by Andrews to reconsider, 2nd by Murdoch. A few comments were allowed by the Chairman concerning the reconsideration, and Board moved to the vote, 1-4, Andrews in favor.
Board entered exec. session re negotiation of land sale - United Cape Cod Cranberry, #6. Motion by Frisoli, 2nd Murdoch. roll call, 5-0.
Prior to adjournment, the Chairman asked for an agreement to accept a student going to Norfolk Aggie. Board concurred.
Chairman also stated he would deal with the complaints on Snow St. and the reappointment of Kopelman and Paige and designation of parking clerk on the 23rd.
Motion by Crowley, 2nd Frisoli to adjourn at 10:30.
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Clerk
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