Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
November 1, 2005
Present: Christopher Colclough, Rebecca Coletta, Mark Gallivan, Jesse McSweeney and James Egan. Also present Executive Secretary Michael Finglas and Executive Assistant Meredith Marini.
7:30 p.m. Chairman Gallivan called the meeting to order, lead the Pledge Alliegence, read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule.
Item I Swearing in new Fire Fighters – Chief Hoyt was present to introduce six new fire fighters to the department. Town Clerk Sandra Harris was present to swear in full time Fire Fighter Charles Barends and call fire fighters Branden Smith, James Pearson, James Sweeney, Scott Gillis, Ryan Delue and Michael Downing. Upon completion of the swearing in, each fire fighter had their badges pinned on by family members. The Board congratulated the new members of the fire department.
Item II Liquor License – Change of Manager - Stephen Luke of 14 58 Liquors was present to request a Change of Manager from Robert Otis to Richard MacDonald and Change of DBA from Luke’s Liquors to 14 58 Liquors. Mr. Luke explained that Mr. MacDonald could not be present as he was attending a re-certification training course for the a sale of alcohol. Mr. Luke informed the Board that individuals must be re-certified every three years. Mr. MacDonald is a Hanson resident and has been in the liquor sales business for several years.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Egan to approve the Change of Manager to Richard MacDonald of 101 Old Pine Drive, Hanson and Change of D/B/A to 14 58 Liquors. Voted 5 – 0
Item III Old Business - Vote Decision on Campbell Dog Hearing – Chairman Gallivan explained that the Board would be voting its decision on the barking dog hearing held on Tuesday, October 18, 2005 at which time all the testimony was heard and the vote on the decision was tabled until November 1, 2005. The Board briefly discussed the procedure.
MOTION by Coletta, second by McSweeney to dismiss the complaint. – As a point of order Mr. Finglas informed the Board the only vote to be taken would be to find for excessive barking. After a brief discussion Mr. McSweeney withdrew his second and Mrs. Coletta withdraw her motion.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Coletta to find there was enough evidence to warrant an excessive barking finding (for discussion). Mr. McSweeney explained he would have preferred to vote immediately after the hearing on October 18, 2005 as the dogs’ owner John Campbell had made an offer to kennel the dogs until the Campbell’s lease at 751 Whitman Street expired in nine months. Mr. McSweeney further stated that he did not feel there was excessive barking, but if kenneling resolved the issue he would have been in favor of the action. Chairman Gallivan pointed out that while the Gilberts testified to excessive barking during the day, other neighbors had testified they did not hear barking and the dogs were not a problem. Mr. Gallivan noted that the barking the Gilberts
reported did not occur at unreasonable hours. He felt the Campbells have made every effort to stop the barking by using the barking collars.
Vote on the motion 0 – 5.
Item IV Executive Secretary’s Report - Mr. Finglas informed the Board that Whitman Hanson Regional High School Principal, Pamela Gould has requested permission to hold the annual bon fire on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at the High School followed by a rally.
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Coletta to approve a bon fire at the WH Regional High School on Tuesday, November 22, 2005. Voted 5 – 0
Capital Improvement Plan – Mr. Finglas distributed a draft Capital Improvement Plan for the Board’s review. The Board discussed the priority order of the projects. After lengthy discussion the Board requested that the Town Building project be divided into two projects. One for the Library Senior Center Roof and the second for repairs at the BCI building. Mr. McSweeney sited his concern for sidewalks and would like to see them moved up in priority in the next year. Mr. Finglas will contact Congressman Lynch’s office regarding funding for the sidewalks. Financial Report – Mr. Finglas distributed the August and September financial reports. Town Hall update – Mr. Finglas reported that the trim painting of the Town Hall
is nearly complete. Police Station Building – Mr. Finglas signed the contract with the Project Manager William Reich. Evaluations – Mr. Finglas advised the Board that the evaluation forms are in their packets. He will start the evaluations shortly. Warrants: Mr. Finglas reported that on October 24 he signed Payroll Warrant 17 - $97,515.25; Expense Warrant 17 - $50,352.36; Expense 17A - $16,858.56 and Expense 17B - $4,291.34. On October 30, 2005 – he signed Payroll Warrant 18 - $123,368.54; Expense 18 - $21,028.92; Expense 18A - $25,354.74.
Water Commission – Chairman Gallivan announced that the Water Commissioner would be holding a hearing regarding a water rate increase on Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. The Water Commissioners have lifted the moratorium on water connections.
One Day Liquor License – Camp Kiwanee – Lori Moore of Hanover has requested a one day liquor license for Saturday, December 10th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a Holiday Party. Gail Fusco of Hanson has requested a one-day liquor license for Sunday, December 18th from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a Holiday Party
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to approve a one day liquor license for Lori Moore of Hanover for December 10, 2005 and Gail Fusco of Hanson for December 18, 2005. Voted 5 – 0
Item VI Accept Minutes –
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to accept the regular session minutes of
September 6, 2005, September 13, 2005 and October 3, 2005. Voted 5 – 0
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Colclough to accept the regular session minutes of
September 27, 2005. Voted 4 – 1 (Coletta)
Item VII Resignation- Jerome Thompson has submitted a letter of resignation from the Government Study Committee.
MOTION by McSweeney, second Colclough to accept with regret Mr. Thompson’s resignation from the Government Study Committee. Voted 5 – 0
Mr. Finglas informed that Board that Robert Cioffi, a non-voting member of the committee would like to serve in a voting capacity.
Item VIII Committee Reports – Monponsett Pond Committee – Mr. Colclough reported that the committee met with Halifax officials. He requested the Board appoint a member to the Central Plymouth County Water Advisory Committee.
MOTION by Egan, second by McSweeney to appoint Mr. Colclough to the Central Plymouth County Water Advisory Committee. Voted 5 – 0
Police Station Building -– Mr. Gallivan indicated that the next meeting is Wednesday,
November 2nd. The committee is reviewing preliminary site plans. Government Study – Mr. McSweeney indicated the committee met briefly the previous week and will be meeting on Monday, November 07, 2005.
Item IX Executive Session – Chairman Gallivan announced that the Board would be going into Executive Session under Item #3 – litigation.
MOTION by Coletta, second by Colclough to go into executive session under Item #3, Litigation. Roll Call – Colclough aye, Coletta aye, Gallivan aye, McSweeney abstain and Egan aye. Voted 4 – 1. Mr. McSweeney announced he would not be participating in Executive Session and left for the evening.
8:43 p.m. Brief Recess
9:35 p.m. Back in open session
MOTION by Coletta, second by Colclough to adjourn. Voted 4 – 0
9:35 p.m. Meeting Adjourned
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