January 7, 1992 Present: James R. Haggerty, Chairman
Judith M. Murdoch
Robert M. Crowley
Robert H. Andrews
Warren C. Ellis
Chairman read press release from Fire Department re Burning Permits - season is January 15 to May 1. These permits may be purchased at the Fire Dept., Monday through Thursday during daytime hours and Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 commencing January 14. Fee is $10.00.
Board recognized Matthew Joyce and Sean Buckley, two youngsters that were involved in rescuing Douglas Cowles after he fell through the ice. Board presented the two young gentlemen with citations and praised them for their bravery.
Board voted on motion by Andrews, 2nd Murdoch, 5-0, renewal of Automatic Amusement Device License - Pina Inc. dba Alfred's Place for one Bowling Machine and 2 pool tables - $120.00 (all fees paid), on request of Hanson A. A. Bowladrome to add one (1) pinball machine to their automatic amusement device license - $20.00 (Already voted 3, allowed 4), Hanson A. A. for 3 Casino Fives and 1 Centipede - $80.00, and Phyllis Rhoads dba J. J.'s Pub for Arkanow and Hangon - $40.00.
On motion by Crowley, 2nd Andrews, Board voted 5-0 to appoint elections workers as supplied by the Board of Registrars (on file). Term to end June 30, 1992.
Wayne Carroll, Union Steward Highway/Water, came before the Board and updated them on the background regarding a pending grievance from Highway/Water regarding health and safety and working conditions at the Town Transfer Station. Mr. Nugent explained and read a letter from the Board of Health in which issues discussed ruing a previous meeting were being completed fairly quickly - construction of a new building for the employee at the Transfer Station. Mr. Carroll has agreed to postpone action for one month and at that time he will apprise the Board of the status of the grievance.
On motion by Ellis, 2nd Crowley Board voted unanimously to appoint Marylou Sutter to the Arts Lottery Council.
After a brief discussion of the minutes of December 10, Mr. Ellis asked they be put on hold. Mr. Ellis moved, 2nd Murdoch, to accept minutes of December 17, 1991 on a 3-0-2 vote. Mr. Andrews and Crowley abstaining.
Selectmen went into lengthy discussion regarding the Executive Secretary job description. All members reviewed and commented on the draft presented by Crowley and Ellis. After several agreeable changes, it was decided that Ellis and Crowley would meet to complete a final draft for review and Board would vote final job description on January 21.
Noted one application received for Insurance Committee and it has been forwarded to Moderator.
Discussed Town budgets and format desired.
Executive Secretary will prepare, for discussion, drafts of budgets directly under the Board, ie Town Buildings, Clerical, Town Supplies, Printing, etc.
Executive Secretary will prepare a draft Town Report for the Chairman who agreed that each member will have on opportunity to review and comment.
Executive Secretary informed the Board that the Capital Improvement Committee will meet at 9:00 a.m. on 1/16/92. Mr. Andrews to attend as Board's representative. He asked if any Board members had issues to bring forth for discussion.
Mr. Nugent gave brief report on Thomas Hall informing Board that area has been secured, hole filled in, piles of soil remain covered. He also publicly thanked the Highway and Water Departments for their cooperation in assisting. To date results of chemical analysis have not been returned.
Discussed letter received from Mass. Emergency Management Agency addressed to Mr. Hommell, CD Director. Mr. Nugent was asked to attend the meeting.
Mr. Andrews discussed Snow Street. Mrs. Murdoch moved, 2nd Andrews that the Police Chief report on his department's Snow Street observations. Voted 5-0. This was based on a previous letter that the Board requests a written report on activities on Snow St.
Mr. Haggerty announced he had received a letter from Mr. Fred Murray outlining his concerns about actions within the Town and Town officials and also addressing his concerns over the tax rate. Mr. Haggerty will write a letter in response to Mr. Murray's concerns.
The Chairman brought up the issue of use of Town Counsel and passed to each Board members copy of 'Town Counsel opinion. Mr. Haggerty asked each Board member to review and will discuss on the 14th. Mr. Andrews will notify the Water Dept. of the meeting.
Mrs. Murdoch moved, 2nd Crowley to adjourn. 5-0 vote.
9:50 p.m.
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Judith M. Murdoch, Clerk
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