Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
November 2, 2004
Present: Robert Forte, Mark Gallivan, Catherine Kuchinski, Jesse McSweeney and Rebecca Coletta. Also present Executive Secretary Michael Finglas and executive assistant Meredith Marini.
8:00 p.m. Chairman Kuchinski called the meeting to order and lead the pledge of allegiance.
Item I Citation to Christopher Cogswell – Chief Hoyt introduced Mr. Cogswell of 1605 Main Street. Mr. Cogswell was cited for saving the life of stranger who was involved in a motor vehicle accident in which the vehicle caught fire. Chairman Kuchinski read a citation from the Board, which was presented by Chief Hoyt.
Chairman Kuchinski read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule. She requested the Board members notify the office if they plan to attend the Veterans’ Day Ceremony. Mr. Forte gave an update on the status of the High School Building project.
Item II Executive Secretary Report – Mr. Finglas informed the Board that the Roller Coaster Road project is under way and paving is expected to start next week. Mr. Finglas provided the Board with the monthly financial report. Mr. Gallivan inquired about the $50,000 article for the fire department. Mrs. Marini explained that the funds were awarded at the May Town Meeting as a building repair article. Mr. Finglas reported that on October 26th he signed Payroll warrant 18 and expense warrants 18 & 18A and on November 2nd he signed Payroll warrant 19 and expense warrant 19A. The asbestos abatement at the BCI furnace was completed today and the furnace replacement is scheduled to be completed next week. Mr. Finglas indicated the project
was re-bid as all the original bids were higher than the amounts budgeted. He also indicated that completion of the siding project at the Library/Senior Center will be done within the next few weeks. Mr. Finglas is investigating the possibility of conducting air quality screening at the BCI building, Library/Senior Center and Town Hall. Police union negotiations have started and clerical classifications are on going. Mr. Finglas, Barbara Gomez and Roger McGovern are scheduled to meet with John McEwan on November 17th to discuss the school budget. Mr. Finglas reminded that Board that a volunteer is needed for the Strategic Planning meetings. Mr. Finglas informed that Board that due to the 14% increase in health insurance premiums and an increase of 6 to 7 employee in the program, there will be a deficit in the insurance line. The Board received an invitation to an Eagle Scout court of honor for Michael Trelecki on November
20th. Letters of support for the designation of Camp Kiwanee on the historic register are coming in slowly. Chairman Kuchinski inquired as to the status of the 61A release request at 1460 Main Street. Mrs. Marini indicated a few departments need to respond and the office has not yet received the full purchase & sales agreement.
Item III Old Business - Hanson Grain Lease – Mrs. Marini advised the Board that the Building Inspector reported that ten trailers could fit on the leased property. Mr. Gallivan requested a written report from the Building Inspector.
MOTION by Coletta, second by McSweeney to sign lease with Hanson Grain. Voted 5 – 0
Item IV New Business -- High School Requesting permission for a bonfire – High School Principal Pamela Gould has requested permission for a bonfire on Tuesday, November 23, 2004 followed by the annual powder puff football game. The Board inquired who pays the cost of the detail officers. Mrs. Marini to check.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte approve the bonfire on November 23, 2004.
Voted 5 – 0
Item V Licenses – Camp Kiwanee – One day liquor license Requests – The Silva Family – Hanson – Anniversary Party Sat., Nov. 13th 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.; Kathy Egan – Democratic Town Comm. Thursday, Nov. 18th 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.; Judy Kelly – Hanson – Adult Party, Saturday, Nov. 20th – 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve one day liquor licenses as requested.
Voted 5 – 0
Item VI Appointments & Resignations – CATV – George W. Badgio 770 Whitman Street to fill vacancy of Judy Braley – Term to expire June 30, 2005.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to appoint George W. Badgio to fill Judy Braley’s vacancy on the Cable T.V. Committee. Term to expire June 30, 2005. Voted 5 – 0
Item VII Approve Minutes – Regular Session minutes of September 21, September 28, October 12 and October 19.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Forte to approve regular session minutes of September 21 & 28, 2004 Voted 5 – 0.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by McSweeney to approve regular session minutes of October 12 & 19, 2004. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (Forte)
Item VIII Committee Report - CATV update – Mrs. Coletta indicated that the committee is nearing completion of the contract with Whitman and Comcast. She will provide the Board with draft copies of the contract by the end of the week. She requested the Board discuss matter at the next meeting. Government Study – Mr. McSweeney indicated that the committee held its first meeting on Monday, October 25th. Peter Muise was elected Chairman, Bob Sutter was elected Vice-Chairman and Kate Gallivan was elected Secretary. The next meeting is Monday, November 8th.
Adjournment
MOTION by Gallivan, second by McSweeney to adjourn. Voted 5 – 0
8:40 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
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