January 28, 1992 Present: James R. Haggerty, Chairman
Judith M. Murdoch
Robert M. Crowley
Robert M. Andrews
Warren C. Ellis
Paul Vaitkus spoke and outlined the history of the budget review process started in September to cover until July. Reported on his watch list for both budgets over and under and presented copies of his system for the month of December.
Treasurer Collector had Board sign BAN's for revaluation. 3.89% - mature August 14, 1992, $19,000, State Street Bank.
Board heard from Tom Dahlberg re insurance on Thomas Hall. Mr. Dahlberg took issue with statements in the appraisal done and submitted in January of 91. He felt the Board should scrutinize carefully since insurance compnay would use it to assess actual cash value to the Building. The Board stated when the information came in from the insurance carrier they would take into consideration the appraisal and offer and discuss points with the agent.
Mary Lou Sutter came in to speak re County Property and use by Catholic Charities for a DEtox Center. She expressed her experience in dealing with foster homes for children and how a large percentage of kids in foster care because parents ned facilities likeDetox Centers. Board discussed concept and asked Executive Secretary if he would pursue getting information package from Catholic Charities which would outline the program and also check with Plymouth County to find out when Lakeville is closing and when the Commissioners might be making the decisions re this proposal. Several residents of High Street attended and expressed concerns. The Board assured them that there would be plenty of dialogue prior to Selectmen agreeing to or supporting a particular use for the Hospital grounds.
Mr. Andrews took a seat in the audience. The Board discussed the bound set by resident Robert Andrews on Snow Street. The Chairman read a letter from the Highway Surveyor and Police Dept. attesting to the location of the bound and its safety. The Fire Chief was present and stated the Hanson Fire Dept. has no serious problems getting in the road and as a result of a discussion with Chief Calvin of Halifax, the bound would present only minor difficulties for them. The Board decided to send letters to abutters providing them the opportunity to speak on their concerns. Mrs. Murdoch and Mr. Crowley voiced concerns about the abutting prperty and its location in proximity to the 40 foot right of way which the Town owns, Snow St. Mr. Crowley mentioned that from the bound, put in place by Mr. Andrews,
40 feet to the other side of the road, it would appear it extends into the existing structure and definitely across the existing driveway. Mr. Ellis moved, 2nd Crowley that letters go out to abutters asking for input on conditions on Snow Street and giving them the opportunity to speak. They are also asking that the existing bound be pulled back based on the Board's concerns for the abutters.
Board put hold on acceptance of minutes of Jan. 7 and 14th.
Mr. Haggerty opened the bid for the Town Report and Board voted on motion by Andrews, 2nd Ellis, to take under advisement until next week. 5-0.
Board requested Abington, Rockland and Whitman's views on teacher deferral for So. Shore Vo Tech. Mr. Haggerty also feels that this year the 400 per student assessment should be ending.
Mr. Nugent reported on receiving verbal resignation of Charles Beatty as Interim Building Inspector. Mr. Andrews moved, 2nd Crowley to accept with regret the resignation, effective January 22, of Charles Beatty and teh appointment of David Bonney as interim Buildeing Inspector. Voted 5-0.
Board granted request for Junk Dealer/Junk Collector license on motion by Andrew, 2nd Crowley for P & J Thrift Shop. Voted 5-0. Board would like to send letter reminding gentleman of the wetland concerns to the rear and if any outside storage takes place within 100 feet of the wetland, applicant to notify Conservation Commission.
Executive Secretary discussed American with Disabilities Act effective January 26. Federal Statute outlining access for physical, visual, mental as well as language handicaps. First portion of acceptance is doing an assessment and formulating a committee, doing a plan and accepting, and then finally implementation. Mrs. Murdoch moved, 2nd Crowley to adopt and accept the policy on Americans with Disabilities and to post. Voted 5-0.
Executive Secretary read a letter from the Bridgewater Executive Secretary, Frank Mahr, inviting the Board members to attend an area wide Selectmen's meeting scheduled for February.
Chairman read letter of resignation received from Kathleen Moore, Recreation Commission, effective immediately. Mrs. Murdoch moved, 2nd Crowley, to accept with regret. 5-0 vote.
Camp Dresser McKee report on Thomas Hall contamination is in the office and being reviewed. Mr. Nugent will try to set up a meeting with Spence Brennan to discuss removal of contaminated soil. Cost for this report was $2900 as billed by Camp Dresser.
Chairman reminded all members of Budget meeting at Whitman-Hanson to be held on the 29th at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Andrews reported that he and Mr. Ellis attended the Wage and Personnel Hearing. He stated that after discussion Wage and Personnel voted a 4% increase to Town Employees under their jurisdiction.
Chairman requested a motion to go into Executive Session under #3 negotiations Mrs. Murdoch moved, 2nd Ellis, roll call vote. unanimous.
Meeting adjourned at
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Judith M. Murdoch, Clerk
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