Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
June 8, 2004
Present: Catherine Kuchinski, Mark Gallivan, Robert Forte, Rebecca Coletta, Jesse McSweeney. Also present Executive Secretary Michael Finglas and Executive Assistant Meredith Marini.
7:35 p.m. Chairman Kuchinski called the meeting to order. The Board observed a moment of silence for President Reagan. Chairman Kuchinski read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule. She also thanked Veterans’ Agent Robert Arsenault for his hard work organizing the Memorial Day events.
I - Historical Commission – Historical Commission members David Devito, Alan Clemons, Larry and Michelle Mills were presents to request the Board’s approval for the Commission’s application for historical preservation of the Bonney House. Mr. Devito explained the application process.
MOTION by Forte, second by McSweeney to approve the Historical Commission’s application for historical preservation of the Bonney House. Voted 5 – 0.
II - Catherine Road Parking - Catherine Road residents Renee Smith, Ellen Burke, Carmela Trongone, Catherine Konarski, School Committee member Robert Hayes and Officer Brian Watson were present to discuss students parking on Catherine Road. Jesse McSweeney reviewed the history of the matter and forwarded input from the Street Safety Committee. Officer Watson indicated that Chief Savage forwarded a report to the Board recommending installation of signage “No Parking 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, Tow Zone.” He also indicated that Whitman Police Chief Snyder supports Chief Savage’s recommendation. Mr. Hayes indicated that once the new school is open, there will be ample parking for students and staff.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Gallivan to direct the Highway Surveyor and Chief Savage to take the necessary steps to install no parking signs on Catherine Road “No Parking 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, Tow Zone.” Voted 5 – 0.
III – Cable T.V. Advisory Comm. – Mrs. Coletta updated the Board on the status of a CATV Studio. She gave a brief back ground on the committee’s work. The committee is recommending a joint venture with the Town of Whitman. A non-profit corporation would be created to oversee the operations of the studio. The Whitman Board of Selectmen will be considering the option. Mr. Gallivan congratulated the committee on its hard work.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by McSweeney to endorse the Cable T.V. Committee to proceed as outline by Mrs. Coletta and to coordinate with a non-profit corporation between Whitman and Hanson and negotiate with Comcast. Voted 5 – 0.
IV – Old Business - Review Extension of Sick Time – Arianne Royer – matter tabled. Monponsett Pond Matter – Mr. McSweeney indicated that the Board of Health is looking to create a committee to look into the various Monponsett Pond issues. The Board of Health recommends a member for the Board of Health, Board of Selectmen, Conservation Committee. Mr. Gallivan requested additional information on the scope of the committee. Board of Selectmen members McSweeney, Coletta and a member of Board of Health to meet with the Executive Secretary to discuss the composition of the committee.
V – New Business – Correspondences - Chairman Kuchinski reviewed the letter from the District Attorney indicating there was no open meeting law violation on April 20th and any potential violation was cured on April 27th. Mr. Finglas presented the Board with a letter explaining the History of the Executive Secretary’s position. The Board received a copy of the Treasurer/Collector’s final Monthly Report.
61A Release - Lori Earner – Lakeside Road requesting Release from MGL c. 61A. Mrs. Marini indicated that all of the departments responding, responded in the negative as to the Town’s acquisition of the parcel.
MOTION by Forte, second by Gallivan that the Board not exercise its right of first refusal under MGL. c. 61A. Voted 5 – 0.
61A Release - Ellen Stillman 482 Elm Street – Release from MGL c.61A - Matter tabled for assessing information. Mr. Finglas provided the Board with a letter he sent to Mass. Highway District V relative the to relining of Roadways
Licenses - One Day Liquor License Request - Mary Tierney of Rockland on Saturday, June 26th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a Wedding Reception
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve a one day liquor license to Mary Tierney of Rockland on June 26th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Voted 5 – 0
Class II – license renewal – Devlins 203 Liberty St. – Mr. Gallivan explained that he requested the matter be tabled in April. He has subsequently been informed that the business currently does not have any vehicle for sale on the lot.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to renew the Class II license to Devlin’s 203 Liberty Street. Voted 5 – 0
Common Victualler’s License – Hanson Historical Society requesting a Common Victualler’s license for its events on June 18, 2004 and September 18, 2004.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve a Common Victualler’s license to the Hanson Historical Society. Voted 5 – 0
Appointments & Resignations Mr. McSweeney indicated that the Republican Town Committee recommended Mary Pulieo of 97 Crescent Street, be appointed as the Republican member of the Board of Registrars.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Forte to appoint Mary Pulieo to the Board of Registrars term to expire June 30, 2005. Voted 5 – 0
Letter of Resignation from Steven DeDominici from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Board announced the vacancy.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to accept Steven DeDominici resignation with regret. Voted 5 – 0
Plymouth County Advisory Board annual meeting is Wednesday, June 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at the John Carver Inn. Mr. Gallivan volunteered to be the Board’s representative and Chairman Kuchinski will be alternate.
Annual Appointments –
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte reappoint the following as to the terms listed.
Voted 5 – 0
Appeals Board Lila Coyle 06/30/2007 3 years
Auxiliary Police Andrew Gilbert 06/30/2005 1 year
Auxiliary Police Algernon Queen 06/30/2005 1 year
Auxiliary Police Daniel Blais 06/30/2005 1 year
Auxiliary Police Ronald Clark 06/30/2005 1 year
Auxiliary Police Patrick Faiella 06/30/2005 1 year
Auxiliary Police Richard Nawazelski 06/30/2005 1 year
Betterment
Committee Sharon Sangeleer 06/30/2005 1 year
Betterment
Committee Judy-Ann Goodwin 06/30/2005 1 year
Betterment Committee Robert Forte 06/30/2005 1 year
Betterment Committee Richard Harris 06/30/2005 1 year
By-Law Committee Thomas Mosher 06/30/2007 3 years
By-Law Committee Faith Mosher 06/30/2007 3 years
Cable T.V.
Committee Carole McCormack 06/30/2007 3 year
Cable T.V. Committee Catherine Kuchinski 06/30/2007 3 years
Capital Improvement Committee Mary Lou Sutter 06/30/2007 3 years
Capital Improvement Committee John Currie 06/30/2007 3 years
CD Chief Radio Officer Kenneth Garren 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Engineering Officer -
Highway Richard Harris 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Medical Service
Officer Allen Hoyt 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Operations Officer August Silva 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Police Service Officer Edward Savage 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Radio Officer Kenneth Garren 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Radiological Officer Allen Hoyt 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Rescue
Officer Allen Hoyt 06/30/2005 1 year
CD Shelters Officer August Silva 06/30/2005 1 years
CD Water Service
Officer Glen Doherty 06/30/2005 1 year
Conservation Commission Amy Gardner 06/30/2007 3 years
Conservation Commission Craig Nicholson 06/30/2007 3 years
Conservation
Commission Sean Chrisman 06/30/2007 3 years
Council for Elder Affairs Arlene Caswell 06/30/2007 3 years
Council for Elder Affairs Lester Wyman 06/30/2007 3 years
Council for Elder Affairs Patricia Ann Bailey 06/30/2007 3 years
Cultural Council Barbara Banuk 06/30/2006 2 years
Cultural Council Edmund Rudis 06/30/2006 2 years
Cultural Council Patricia Rich 06/30/2006 2 years
Drainage Committee Ernest Amado 06/30/2005 1 year
Drainage Committee - Highway Richard Harris 06/30/2005 1 year
Drainage Committee - Select. Rep. Catherine Kuchinski 06/30/2005 1 year
Education Committee Jeanine Adams 06/30/2007 3 years
Education Committee Mary Lewek 06/30/2007 3 years
Emergency Com. Center Op. Com. Catherine Kuchinski 06/30/2005 1 year
Emergency Com. Center Op. Com. Richard Harris 06/30/2005 1 year
Emergency Com. Center Op. Com. Judith Hatch 06/30/2005 1 year
Emergency Com. Center Op. Com. Edward Savage 06/30/2005 1 year
Emergency Com. Center Op. Com. Glenn Doherty 06/30/2005 1 year
Emergency Com. Center Op. Com. Allen Hoyt 06/30/2005 1 year
Forest Warden Allen Hoyt 06/30/2005 1 year
Gas Inspector Scott Bizzozero 06/30/2005 1 year
Harbormaster Robert O'Brien 06/30/2005 1 year
Hazardous Waste Coordinator Allen Hoyt 06/30/2005 1 year
Insurance
Committee Frank Gerraughty 06/30/2005 1 year
Insurance Committee Jeffrey Phelps 06/30/2005 1 year
Jail Keeper Edward Savage III 06/30/2005 1 year
Master Plan
Committee Jesse McSweeney 06/30/2005 1 year
Nathaniel Thomas Mill Committee Donna Brown 06/30/2007 3 years
Nathaniel Thomas Mill Committee Frank Sawyer 06/30/2007 3 years
North River Commission -
Alternate Edward Casey 06/30/2007 3 years
Old Colony Elderly Services Eva Burton 06/30/2005 1 year
Old Colony Elderly Services Jean Marie Smith 06/30/2005 1 year
Open Space Committee Howard Dillon 06/30/2006 2 years
Open Space
Committee Philip Lindquist 06/30/2007 2 then 3
Parks and Fields Commission Kevin Arouca 06/30/2007 3 years
Parks and Fields Commission Michael Glennon 06/30/2007 3 years
Plymouth Cnty. Adv. Board Mark Gallivan 06/30/2005 1 year
Plymouth Cnty. Adv. Board - alternate Catherine Kuchinski 06/30/2005 1 year
Private Road Oversight Committee Catherine Kuchinski 06/30/2005 1 year
Private Road Oversight
Committee Richard Harris 06/30/2005 1 year
Private Road Oversight Committee Philip Lindquist 06/30/2005 1 year
Private Road Oversight Committee Michael Dunn 06/30/2005 1 year
Recreation Commission Wes Blauss 06/30/2007 3 years
Recreation Commission Jean Marie Smith 06/30/2007 3 years
Recreation Commission Joseph Baker 06/30/2007 3 years
Special Police Bernard DeLory, Animal Contr 06/30/2005 1 year
Special Police Donald Ferguson, Constable 06/30/2005 1 year
Special Police Christopher Lee 06/30/2005 1 year
Special
Police Sean Reynolds 06/30/2005 1 year
Special Police Officer August Silva 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Comm. Paul Taber 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Committee Manuel Depina 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Committee Anthony Sacco 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Committee Peter Jones 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Committee Jesse McSweeney 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Committee - Highway Richard Harris 06/30/2005 1 year
Street Safety & Development Committee - Police Edward Savage 06/30/2005 1 year
Town Forest Committee Robert Duff 06/30/2007 3 years
Town Forest Committee Allan Clemons 06/30/2007 3 years
Town Forest Committee Philip Clemons 06/30/2007 3 years
Wiring Inspector Edward Savage 06/30/2005 1 year
MOTION by Forte, second by McSweeney to reappoint David McCormick as Sealer of Weights and Measures for one year. Term to Expire June 30, 2005. Voted 4– 0 – 1 (Kuchinski)
The Board discussed the reappointment of the Building Inspector and the Fire Chief. Mr. Finglas informed the Board that the Building Inspector was scheduled to take his certification exam on Friday, June 25th at 1:00 p.m.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Gallivan to appoint Michael Kennedy as Building Inspector and Fence Viewer through July 31, 2004. Voted 5 – 0
Mr. Gallivan indicated that he and Mr. Forte have not had an opportunity to negotiate a contract with Chief Hoyt and recommended a three-month appointment.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to appoint Allen Hoyt as fire chief through September 30, 2004. Voted 5 – 0
Interim Treasurer/Collector – Mr. Finglas recommended the Board appoint Jeannie Sullivan of Plympton to serve as interim Treasurer/Collector. He indicated that she currently serves as the Treasurer in Plympton and she uses the same software as Hanson.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Gallivan to appoint Jeannie Sullivan of Plympton as an at will interim Treasurer/Collector effective June 28, 2004 for 2 to 3 days per week at a rate of $30.00 per hour. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (Forte)
Financial Warrants
MOTION by Forte, second by Gallivan that the record reflect the Board signed Payroll Warrant number 49A and Expense warrants 50 and 50A. Voted 5 – 0
Approve Minutes - - Mr. McSweeney requested that Executive Session minutes of April 20, 2004 be amended to reflect his nay vote taken during the Roll Call. Mrs. Marini to amend same.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve the regular minutes of April 20, 2004, the Executive Session minutes of April 20, 2004, as amended. The regular and executive session minutes of April 27, 2004, and May 11, 2004. Voted 4 – 0 – 1(Coletta)
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve the regular session minutes of May 18, 2004. Voted 5 – 0
National Day of Mourning – Mr. McSweeney informed the Board that the Governor has followed suit with the federal government and has designated Friday, June 11th as a National Day of Mourning and state employees have the day off. The Board discussed closing the Town Hall and the Library. After brief discussion the Board decided to keep the Senior Center open to accommodate the social day care clients.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by McSweeney to close the Town Hall and Library in recognition of the national day of mourning. Voted 5 – 0
Committee Reports – School Building – Mr. Forte reported he took a recent tour of the building and it is magnificent. The next tour will be in August. Baran Update – Mr. Gallivan updated the Board on the status of the Baran project. He indicated that an insurance binder originally received from Baran was unacceptable as it did not have the Town as an additional insured and the coverage was inadequate. Baran did not pay the $219,000 on May 31st as required by promissory note and never formally requested an extension. The Insurance binder has been corrected and Baran is requesting an extension for the payment of $219,000 to June 30, 2004. Mr. Gallivan has heard that DEP has decided to let the Board of Health handle the septic system
issue with Baran. However, no formal notification has been received by the Board of Health or Board of Selectmen. Mr. Gallivan also noted that the deadline for the Town to decided whether it wanted $70,000 in cash or a new septic system expired on May 31st. Mr. Gallivan recommended the Board approve the extension to Baran as long as they approve an extension to the Town regarding the $70,000 or septic installation.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve the extension of the mortgage payment from May 31, 2004 to June 30, 2004 with continued assurance that Baran will file with the Board of Health, after the determination has been received from DEP, subject to Baran agreeing to a one year extension of the Town’s right to notify Baran of it’s option on the property relative to the payment of $70,000 or septic installation. Further, the Town reserves all rights and remedies under the contract. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (McSweeney)
Highway - Mr. Gallivan informed the Board that the Highway Union has accepted the Board’s offer of a one year contract with a 3% increase and no verbiage changes.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve the Highway Memorandum of Agreement subject to funding at the October 2004 Special Town Meeting. Voted 5 – 0
Executive Secretary’s Report – Mr. Finglas recommended the Board set summer schedule meeting dates for July on July 13th & 27th and August 10th & 24th.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Gallivan to set the meeting dates for July 13th and July 27th and August 10th and August 24th. Voted 5 – 0
Mr. Finglas also recommended an Executive Session only meeting on June 15th to discuss union negotiation strategies.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Gallivan to set a meeting date for June 15, 2004 for Executive Session only. Voted 4 – 1 (Forte)
Adjournment - MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to adjourn. Voted 5 – 0
10:05 p.m. Meeting Adjourned.
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