February 4, 1992 Present: All
7:30 Kevin Fitta and Jeff Dierk of CDM gave explanation of their report to the Board of Selectmen and discussed the 2nd part of the cleanup at Thomas Hall which means starting a preliminary assessment sheet as well as contacting DEP for further advice. The Board gave permission to go ahead. Throughout the discussion with CDM Board members indicated their concern on the environmental issues at Thomas Hall as well as the benefits in completing the tasks laid out by CDEM.
Hanson Fire Firefighters Assoc. requested permission to address the Board concerning the possibility of again holding boat races at the Town Hall Pond. The Board decided to vote on this issue on 2/18 and at that time would disucss the pros and cons of the boat races. Some residents of High St. were in attendance and will contact the Selectmen's office to find out the exact time discussion will take place.
Snow St. - Mr. Andrews stepped down from table and sat in audience. Dicussion centered around the installastion of a large lally type column bound which Mr. Andrews had placed on his property at the corner, safety issues and reprots of the Police, Fire and Highway Dept. The abutters were notified by letter and were present, Robert and Debbie Andrews and Mr. Pierson. All stated they had no concerns about the bound being placed at the corner of Mr. Bob Andrews property. Motion by Crowley, 2nd Ellis, that we take no action regarding the bound on Snow St. Voted 4-0. Mrs. Murdoch expressed her continued concern over the safety issues of vehicles travelling that roadway. Mr. Andrews returned to the Board.
The Board had brief discussion concerning the appointment of a Bldg. Inspector. Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Andrews that Robert Grover be appointed Building Inspector. 5-0 vote. Motion by Crowley, that letters be sent to all other candidates, 2nd Andrews. 5-0 vote.
Discussion of Detox Center, Catholic Charities, did not take place. The Board has not received additional information or any definite plans concerning Cathollic Charities utilizing the County Hospital facilities.
The Board voted to set eledcted officials salaries at level established for FY 92. Andrews moved, 2nd Crowley, 5-0 vote.
Board discussed the issue of Teacher deferrals for So. Shore Vo TEch. Murdoch moved, 2nd Ellis not to defer the salaries for So. Shore Vo TEch. 4-1, Crowley negative.
Board set hours for polling for presidential primary, March 10, per memo from Town Clerk. Crowley moved to set hours between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on March 10. 2nd Ellis. 5-0 vote.
Board discussed the bid for the Town report, motion by Crowley to award to Fairmount Print, 2nd Ellis. 5-0 vote.
Board discussed allowing the Water Dept. Secretary/Clerk to become a member of the Highway Water Union changing out of the clerical union. Motion by Andrews, to change from the clerical union to Hihgway/Water Union, 2nd Ellis. 5-0 vote.
Board voted to accept the minutes of January 7, Motion by Andrews, 2 Ellis, 5-0 vote. Held off on Jan. 14. Mr. Ellis will contact the Selectmen's Secretary for some minor corrections.
Exec. Sec. reported on the insurance issues re Thomas Hall. Board agreed that there would be a subcommittee consisting of Robert Andrews representing the Board, Warren Ellis a Selectman also representing the Thomas Hall committee and a Library Trustee (Faith Mosher).
Updated on Police Chief search. Deadline for applications passed 1/30. 54 applications received and in process of interviewing approx. 16 candidates. Will report back at later date keeping the Board apprised of progress.
Mr. Haggerty asked Exec. Sec. to prepare a list of all Town positions lost since 1986.
Board voted to enter under #3 nego, to discuss strategy re Exec. Sec. contract. 1 Murdoch, 2 Crowley. Voice vote, affirmative.
No votes taken.
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