Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
October 30, 2001
Present: Judy Murdoch, Catherine Kuchinski, Daniel Webster, Stephanie McSweeney and Peter Jones. Also present, Executive Secretary E. Winn Davis and Management Assistant, Meredith Scozzari.
7:37 p.m. Chairman Webster called the meeting to order and read the announcements: Memorial Walkway, Reception for new Firefighters 11/3 at Camp Kiwanee, Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day 11/3 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Vacancy also on the Council of Elder Affairs, Conservation Commission and Board of Health. Hanson Community Christmas annual appeal – for information call Kevin Mossman 447-1416 or Paula Collins at 293-3787; Veteran’s Day Ceremony, Monday, November 12th at 11:00 a.m. Flu Clinic at Senior Center, Thursday, November 1st from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Bake & Book Sale at Library on Saturday, November 3rd
Surplus Vehicles – Chief King provided the Board with a list of 3 police vehicles to be declared surplus.
MOTION by Jones, second by McSweeney that the Board vote to declare the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina Van VIN# 1GNDU06D7NT113019, 1997 Ford Crown Victoria VIN# 2FALP71W2VX208142 and 1997 Ford Crown Victoria 2FALP71WOVX208141 as surplus. Voted 5 – 0.
Following the vote, the Board discussed providing the Fire Chief with one of the vehicles for use during inspections and as an intercept vehicle. Also discussed replacing older vehicles with one of the newer surplus vehicles. The Town Mechanic will be auctioning the remaining vehicles within the next three to four weeks.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Kuchinski to allow the Fire Chief with the assistance of the Police Chief to pick which vehicle would best fit his needs. Voted 5 – 0.
Review evaluations – Chairman Webster indicated that the evaluations must be in by Friday for discussion on Tuesday. Matter tabled until November 6th.
Review capital improvement plan – Mr. Davis provided the Board with a memo indicating Selectmen’s current Capital Improvement Requests from 2002 to 2007. He has added three items including road construction, software and a shed. Mr. Davis indicated that GASB 34 considers road construction as a capital asset and that software for GASB 34 will be expensive and should be added.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Jones to accept the proposed Capital Improvement Plan as presented by Mr. Davis. Voted 5 – 0.
Set Sealer of Weights & Measures Fees – Sealer Joseph Shea provided the Board with a proposed fee schedule as well as an interim report. The Board discussed the fees and comparisons with Duxbury.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Jones to approved the recommended fees as proposed by the Sealer of Weights and Measures. Voted 5 – 0.
Sealer of Weights & Measures Mileage – Mr. Davis requested that the Sealer be given a stipend for mileage due to all the driving involved in the position as well as the wear and tear on his vehicle. The Sealer is required to transport heavy weights for testing. Mr. Davis recommended at $30.00 per month stipend. Ms. Kuchinski cited a concern regarding setting a precedent. The stipend should be for current Sealer.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by McSweeney to approve a stipend in the amount of $30.00 per month from July 1, 2001 to December 31, 2001 and the matter to be reviewed when a new sealer is appointed. Voted 5 – 0.
South Shore Regional School District Committee – Meeting of all Selectmen’s Chairman to elect a representative for the Collective Bargaining on Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Webster will be unable to attend. Mrs. McSweeney offered to attend.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Murdoch to authorize Mrs. McSweeney to attend the Chairmen’s meeting on behalf of Mr. Webster. Voted 5 – 0.
Town Hall Holiday Schedule – The Board discussed the day before Thanksgiving and the day before Christmas. The current wage & personnel by-law lists the Friday after Thanksgiving as a holiday. The Town Hall will be closed on Friday, November 23rd.
MOTION by Jones, second by Kuchinski to close the Town Hall on Friday November 23rd, open the Town Hall for one half day on December 24th and be open all day on Wednesday,
November 21st. Voted 5 – 0.
Fire Department Request for Giving Tree – As part of Hanson Community Christmas the Fire Department has requested permission to place a paper tree at the Town Hall with paper ornaments. Each ornament will have an item listed on it. Individuals can pick an ornament, purchase the items and donate it to Hanson Community Christmas for distribution.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Jones to allow Fire Department permission to place a giving tree at the Town Hall. Voted 5 – 0.
Vote 2002 Holiday Schedule for Liquor License Holders – The Board reviewed the holiday schedule for 2002 as published by the ABCC.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Murdoch to authorize the openings of liquor establishments as outlined by the ABCC. Voted 5 – 0.
One Day Liquor licenses
Hanson Fire Nov. 3rd 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. – Camp Kiwanee – Reception
David Hickey – Hanson – Nov. 9th 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. – Camp Kiwanee –
Family Party
Hanson Resident - Nov. 10th 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Camp Kiwanee – Surprise 30th
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Murdoch to approve a one-day liquor license to the Hanson Fire Department on November 3rd from 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. at Camp Kiwanee. Voted 5 – 0.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Murdoch to approve a one-day liquor license to the David Hickey of Hanson on November 9th from 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. at Camp Kiwanee. Voted 5 – 0.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Murdoch to approve a one-day liquor license to Hanson Resident as printed on the application (name withheld at the meeting as the event was a surprise party) on November 10th from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Camp Kiwanee. Voted 5 – 0.
Fern Hill Tomb – Mr. Davis informed the Board that Building Inspector Mike Kennedy is getting bids from gunite pools companies to reinforce the tomb. After the gunite has been installed the tomb can be utilized again. Complete specifications should be available in a few weeks and the work should be completed by December.
Update on Baran Partners Agreement – Mr. Davis informed the Board that Town Counsel has been negotiating with Baran’s attorney. Baran’s attorney has found minor inconsistencies in the agreements. Mr. Davis expects to have the agreements in the next 14 days. Chairman Webster suggested that Town Counsel handle the negotiations regarding the amenities. Mrs. McSweeney requested that the town hold fast on the amenities. Mr. Davis also informed the Board that the auction for 112 High Street is scheduled for Saturday, December 1st.
Mrs. McSweeney inquired about the task order for the Problem Road Committee. Mr. Davis to check with VHB.
Town Hall Computerization – Chairman Webster indicated that he requested the matter be placed on the agenda in order to be updated on the status of the computers at the Town Hall and consider bidding out the computer support services. Mr. Davis explained the costs associated with the computer line. A majority of the costs are from outsourcing and technical support. The Board also discussed the WAN and GIS programs. Mr. Davis suggested sharing a computer technician with other towns. Matter tabled until November 6th .
Executive Report – Mr. Davis informed the Board that a request for a dog hearing has been received. Matter set for Tuesday, November 20th. The Live Burn Fire School program in Barnstable is scheduled for November 10th and the selectmen are welcome; Town Counsel has confirmed that the letter of agreement forwarded last week regarding the Beede Waste Oil clean up would be sufficient to proceed to settlement.
MOTION by Murdoch, second by Kuchinski to authorize Chairman Webster to sign the agreement letter. Voted 5 – 0.
Mr. Davis indicated that he and Al Hanscom of VHB have reviewed the bids for the Ash Landfill at Plymouth County Hospital and recommended awarding the bid to the low bidder PSI at $57,567.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by McSweeney to award the ash landfill clean up to PSI. Voted
5 – 0.
Mr. Webster inquired about the sidewalk task order from VHB as well. Mr. Davis to check with VHB. Ms. Kuchinski requested plans for the sign which the garden club will be erecting at the island at Rt. 58 and Rt. 27. Mr. Jones indicated that he spoke with the group who was working at the island on Saturday.
Executive Session – Chairman Webster announced that the Board would be going into executive session under items #3 union negotiations and item 6 sale of real estate.
MOTION by Murdoch, second by Kuchinski to enter executive session under items 3 and 6. Roll Call – Kuchinski aye; Murdoch aye; Webster aye; McSweeney aye, Jones aye. Voted 5 – 0.
9:02 p.m. brief recess
10:05 p.m. – Returned to open session – no votes taken.
MOTION by Kuchinski, second by Murdoch to adjourn. Voted 4 – 0. ( Mrs. McSweeney left during Executive Session due to potential conflict of interest issues regarding Baran Partners.)
10:06 p.m. Meeting Adjourned
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