Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
September 8, 1998
Present: Peter Jones, Judith Murdoch, Daniel Webster, Cathy Kuchinski, Charles Flynn
Executive Secretary, Joseph Nugent.
I. Chair opened meeting and addressed an application for Special Liquor License for wedding to be held at Camp Kiwanee on 9/26/98. Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Murdoch to approve one day liquor license for Holly Lamarr and Richard Lamarr at Camp Kiwanee on September 26, 1998 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight. Voted 5-0.
II. Board discussed appointment to Conservation Commission. Nugent informed Board that he had received a note that Jay Skarbinski was withdrawing his application leaving only the appointment request for Jean Patton. Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Murdoch to appoint Jean Patton, 88 Steven Street to the Conservation Commission. Term to expire 6/30/01.
III. Accept Street Layouts: Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Murdoch to accept the layouts for the following streets: Donna Drive, Acorn Road, Forest Trail, Greenbrier Lane, Lexington Street, Chandler Mill Road, June Elaine Drive, Country Lane and Hammond Road. 2nd by Murdoch, voted 5-0.
IV. Request for Appointment: Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Murdoch to appoint Gaytha Wallace as Associate Member of the Board of Appeals. Term to expire 6/30/00. Voted 4-0-1 (Webster abstained).
V. Chair recognized Chief King who introduced Peter Calogero to be sworn in by the Town Clerk on behalf of the Town. Officer Calogero was sworn in by Town Clerk Sandra Harris. Brief statements and congratulations were made.
VI. Chair recognized Louise Russo, Government Representative from Media One to discuss issues concerning the upcoming cable contract. Ms. Russo reviewed several changes that were outlined in a cover letter to the Board. A regional studio will be sited and built by the Summer of 1999. Chair asked Board members for comments. Mr. Webster was concerned with language concerning competitive companies coming in and specifically the phrase outlining a level playing field which was used by Media One. Mr. Flynn brought up the issue of Media One Broadband service. Ms. Russo explained that currently there is no municipal plan - it is in the process of being developed to allow municipalities direct Internet service. Ms. Kuchinski asked to explain the
I net which is the Institute Network. It was explained that the I net is the institute hookup which is made available to all public buildings, and is in place. Ms. Murdoch had no questions. Peter Jones noted that there was no fee structure within the contract documentation. Ms. Russo responded that the fee structure is established by Federal law through rate setting commissions and hearings. Mr. Jones also stated that he was troubled by a ten year contract feeling the technology is changing too rapidly. In addition, he also felt the Web site is something needed by the Town. It was agreed that the Representative from Media One would meet with Cable Committee Representatives in an attempt to answer several of these issues. In the meantime Mr. Webster suggested that Town Counsel review the Cable Contract.
VII. Close October Special Town Meeting Warrant: Board voted 5-0 on a motion by Murdoch, 2nd by Flynn to close the October Special Town Meeting warrant. Nugent noted that there were currently over 30 articles. He asked the Board if they were interested in submitting an exemption article for the proposed tower project within the Town Forest. The Board agreed that they would leave it up to the Town.
VIII. Accept minutes: Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd Murdoch, to accept the minutes of April 7, reg. and exec., April 14, reg and exec.; May 19, reg and exec.; June 16, reg ; June 30 reg. and exec.; Aug. 11, reg. and exec.; July 14, reg. and exec.; Hold July 28 reg. and exec., 2nd Murdoch, voted 5-0.
IX. Chair read a letter from Samantha Fisher, Program Director, Media One. She is looking to put together a news broadcast which will utilize the Board members. Board asked to have a presentation made on the 22nd or 29th.
X. Chair also announced that the Building Inspector Panel would meet on 9/17, 7 - 9 at the Library Senior Center and 9/19, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Library Senior Center. Any persons wishing to address the panel should contact Joe O’Sullivan, 781-447-4604. Upon the conclusion of these meetings, the panel will send a report to the Board of Selectmen.
XI. Action requests: Mrs. Murdoch mentioned the Water Commissioners had invited the Board to their meeting on 9/9. Kuchinski and Flynn were going to attempt to be there. Kuchinski announced the Drainage Committee had reorganized and Drainage inquiries were to be made by calling the Highway Dept.; during the day or addressing letters to the new Chairman, Bob Brown, Jr. In an emergency situation, can contact the Selectmen’s Rep., Cathy Kuchinski. Peter Jones announced the open house for the Abington Savings Bank.
XII Executive secretary asked the Board to enter executive session under Item #3, to discuss collective bargaining concerning both the Police and Fire grievances. Murdoch;aye, Kuchinski;aye, Webster; aye, Flynn;aye, Jones;aye. 5-0 vote.
XIII. Adjournment - Chair announced vote taken in executive session. Motion by Murdoch, 2nd by Kuchinski to adjourn. 5-0 vote at 11:00 p.m.
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