Selectmen’s Meeting
Minutes of July 14, 1998
Present: Peter Jones, Judith Murdoch, Catherine Kuchinski, Charles Flynn, Daniel Webster. Joseph Nugent, Exec. Secretary
Chair recognized Karen Perilli regarding the application for a common Victualer license to reopen Phil’s Restaurant. Ms. Perilli stated the restaurant was scheduled to open July 20. Motion made by Flynn, 2nd by Kuchinski to issue a Common Victualer license to Phil’s. 5-0 vote.
The Board recognized Bill White from Hanson Youth Soccer. Mr. White requested the Board vote to support a soccer parade similar to the baseball parade. Motion by Webster, 2nd by Charles Flynn. Board voted 5-0 to permit a parade for Youth Soccer to be held September 12th at 9:00 am leaving from the Town Hall.
Board voted on motion 5-0 by Kuchinski, 2nd Murdoch a change of Manager to James M. Monahan at the Hanson American Legion #226. Mr. Monahan explained that recently the American Legion sponsored a TIPS program which served 30 persons.
Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Flynn to appoint Robert W. Hayes to the Park and Fields Commission. Term to expire 6/30/99. Voted 5-0.
Motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Flynn to issue a one-day liquor license for the Kiwanis Club Annual Steak Fry to be held at Camp Kiwanee, August 3, from 5 PM to 8 PM. Voted 5-0.
Board announced the upcoming 5th Annual Carolyn Ready Golf Tournament sponsored by the Hanson Rotary. Tournament is scheduled for August 3, a shot gun start at the Halifax Club. Price is $90.00 and includes greens fees, golf cart and dinner.
Board recognized Mark Vess representing the Plymouth County Hospital Land Advisory Committee. Mr. Vess explained the Board that his Committee had several questions and was seeking some direction from the Board of Selectmen. He asked if the Board felt this might be executive session material, to which the Board responded they did not think it necessary to enter executive session.
1. Vess presented the Board with an act facilitating the lease of land of Plymouth County, filed 12/16/92. In particular, Mr. Vess was curious as to whether the Act was ever passed by the legislature after it was filed, and further more, his committee is seeking a clarification on section 3 which relates to a provision which does not require the County to offer the real-estate for sale or lease to the Commonwealth or the Town of Hanson. Mr. Nugent to check with Rep. Marini for clarification ASAP.
2. The Committee’s interaction with Russ Feldman, the Plymouth County Commissioner’s Planning Consultant. After some discussion, it was agreed that the Advisory Committee may speak with Mr. Feldman; however, the Board of Selectmen were not going to request specifically that Plymouth County Commissioners to allow Mr. Feldman to speak with the Hanson Advisory Committee because Commissioners had offered this service at our May 19 meeting..
3. To the third issue the Board responded by stating they do not know of any specific plans underway by the County Commissioners for the Plymouth County Hospital site.
Mr. Vess’ fourth question covered the same ground as question 1.
In addition, the Board agreed that they did not necessarily want to get involved with the County Commissioners in supervising perc tests; however, the Board did give the Committee permission to speak with the Water Dept. concerning any water issues which may be relevant.
The Board recognized Doris Phillips from Eastern Edison. Upon the request of Eastern Utilities, Motion made by Murdoch, 2nd by Flynn to grant a request for one joint pole location on High street. Voted 5-0. Board noted that this pole replaced a tree which was taken down due to a dangerous safety issue.
Motion made by Murdoch, 2nd by Flynn to grant a request for one joint pole location on Cushman Street, pole #4. Motion voted 5-0.
Chair recognized Mrs. Craig and Mrs. Miscelli. Both women expressed their concerns for the need of a stop sign at the intersection of Central Street and Rte. 27. Both women raised the concerns as a result of the fatal accident which occurred approximately one week ago. Chair explained that the Town has an ongoing signage program, examining various intersections within the Town. Chair stated that the Town would make efforts to review that intersection and will attempt to get signage in place within the next several weeks.
Board voted on a motion by Kuchinski, 2nd by Murdoch to open warrant for the October 5th Special Town Meeting. Voted 5-0. Warrant is expected to close on September 8th.
Executive Secretary discussed the submission of a local initiative program for Affordable Housing. He noted that under the Board of Selectmen’s policies for accepting Local Initiative Petitions there are a number of steps which the petitioner has to meet prior to the Board taking any action. Nugent indicated that a letter has been sent back to the petitioners outlining the process they have to follow which includes Board of Appeals comprehensive permitting application as well as following a memorandum outlined by Town’s attorney, Kopelman & Paige. Nugent indicated that this project was proposing 13 single housing units to be built on property owned by South Shore Housing Corp. off Pleasant Street. Four of the 13 units would be held as affordable units. On motion by
Murdoch, 2nd by Flynn, Board voted 5-0 to designate Kuchinski as HOP liaison for Board.
He explained to the Board that he is pursuing a grant to pay for a boat ramp access to the Town Hall Pond. He outlined the conditions put forth by the State and indicated that he would leave the contract documents for review by Board members. Nugent also explained the current status of the Munengergy Association created through the Mass Municipal Association under the new regulations. Nugent also indicated that he would have the contracts available for review in the current mail.
Chair updated the Board concerning the investigative issue relating to the Building Inspector’s status. Chair read a letter from Kopelman & Paige concerning the certification issues and related liability during this time period. Jones further discussed the appointment of one of two people who have agreed to serve on a review panel. Those persons are Joe O’Sullivan and Bruce Young. In addition, Jones stated that we are seeking a representative qualified as a State Building Inspector. We have yet to confirm a person in that capacity. Jones indicated that he would like this subcommittee to make themselves available on a week night and a Saturday morning. Chair asked for a motion choosing one of the candidates. Motion by Flynn to appoint Joe
O’Sullivan, 2nd by Murdoch. Kuchinski questioned whether it would be better to have a three person committee, two members from the Town and one third party. Mr. Webster agreed and felt a three member committee might be better. Chair asked Flynn to amend his motion. Flynn motioned to appoint both Town members O’Sullivan and Young. 2nd by Murdoch. 5-0 vote. Chair indicated he would contact both parties and write a letter outlining their charge.
Chair announced that he signed the lease agreements for the Police vehicles due to time constraints prior to the meeting and asked the Board members to vote. Motion by Murdoch, 2nd by Flynn, to approve the authorization of the Chair to sign and to approve any future signatures needed for said lease documents. Voted 5-0.
Action requests: Kuchinski announced the Street Acceptance Committee would meet on July 20 and again on August 10 to discuss the TIPs program along with the Highway Surveyor, Town Planner and a Representative from the Old Colony Planning Council. She also requested a schedule for the striping of Rte. 58 from the Highway Surveyor.
She further announced that through the Taunton River Watershed Association there has been a discussion concerning the Green Belt and members from E. Bridgewater are attempting to construct a bride over the Poor Meadow Brook which would connect to the Smith Nawazelski Conservation Property. Kuchinski requested Nugent have conservation Chair contact a gentleman by the name of Frank Johnson, Central Street, E. Bridgewater, in order to keep apprised of the project.
Mrs. Murdoch asked the Board send letters recognizing the efforts made by the Town Beautification Committee and the Garden Club on the islands throughout the Town. Nugent pointed out that the Senior Center is also involved in the island at Maquan and school Street.
Mr. Webster suggested that the Board designate a portion of the August 25th meeting as a Planning Session.
Motion by Flynn, 2nd by Murdoch to enter executive session under #3 land negotiations and #6 fire department grievance. Roll Call vote, Jones, aye; Murdoch, aye; Kuchinski, aye; Flynn, aye; Webster, aye.
Motion by Murdoch to adjourn, 2nd by Webster, 5-0 vote, 9:55 PM
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