Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
December 13, 2005
Present: Christopher Colclough, Rebecca Coletta, Jesse McSweeney and James Egan. Mark Gallivan (absent). Also present Executive Secretary Michael Finglas and Executive Assistant Meredith Marini.
7:30 p.m. Vice-Chairman McSweeney called the meeting to order, lead the Pledge Alliegence and read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule. Mr. Finglas pointed out that the Annual MMA meeting is scheduled for January 13 and 14, 2006. A designee should be appointed to vote at the business meeting on January 14th.
MOTION by Colclough, second by Coletta to appoint James Egan as the Town’s designee. Voted 4 – 0
Item I Change of Manager - Hanson Athletic Association has requested a change of Manager from William Ruel to Steven Feroli. Board of Directors’ members William Hinchey and Steven Feroli were present. Mr. Feroli indicated that he has taken the safe serve certification and will be taking the TIPS certification. Mr. Finglas informed the Board that the Liquor License is issued to a Club, which is run by its member and a regular change of Manager is not uncommon.
MOTION by Egan, second by Coletta to approve the change of manager at the Hanson Athletic Association to Steven Feroli. Voted 4 – 0.
Item II Executive Secretary’s Report – Mr. Finglas reported that on November 27th he signed Payroll Warrant #22 in the amount of $166,252.67; Expense Warrant 22 - $71,295,99; Expense Warrant 22A - $49,007.32. On December 4th he signed Payroll Warrant 23 in the amount of $112,735.56; Expense Warrant 23 - $166,375.54; Expense Warrant 23A - $20,131.80 and Expense Warrant 23B - $15,422.29. On November 21st he signed Payroll Warrant 21 in the amount of $22,372.41; Expense Warrant 21 - $1,567,362.13; Expense Warrant 21A - $17,845.58 and on December 13th he signed Payroll Warrant 24 in the amount of $102,020.45; Expense Warrant 24 - $199,524.96; Expense Warrant 24A - $19,069.76 and Expense Warrant 24B - $2,232.00. Mr.
Finglas indicated that all the windows have been installed in the old section of the Town Hall. A new heating unit was installed today at the Senior Center. Mr. Finglas informed the Board that he has had several requests to move the Town Meetings back to the Hanson Middle School. Residents cited the proximity of the Middle School to the center of Town and the access for the Board of Registrars.
MOTION by Coletta, second by Egan to hold the Town Meetings at the Hanson Middle School. Voted 4 – 0.
Roles & Responsibilities of Town Administrator – Mr. Finglas distributed an outline describing the differences in the roles of the Executive Secretary and Town Administrator for the Board’s review and future discussion. He briefly reviewed a few of the highlights.
Finance Committee – Mr. Finglas reported that he met with the Finance Committee to discuss the budget process. The Finance Committee recommended that the budgets be forwarded directly to Mr. Finglas with one copy forwarded to the Finance Committee. Mr. Finglas will compile a budget book for distribution to the Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee. After consultation with Mr. Tuffo, Chairman of the Finance Committee, Mr. Finglas extended the deadline for resumes for the Town Accountant’s position until December 29th. Three resumes were received. The Finance Committee would like to be involved in the selection process for the Town Accountant.
Evaluations – Mr. Finglas requested the Board’s comments on the department heads be returned to him as soon as possible.. The Board discussed the process for evaluating Mr. Finglas. Mr. Egan recommended the Board members meet individually with Mr. Finglas in order to properly complete the evaluation form. Mr. Colclough agreed all the Board members should evaluate Mr. Finglas and forward the results to the Executive Assistant for computation. After lengthy discussion, Mr. McSweeney requested Mrs. Marini set up appointments for the Board members to meet with Mr. Finglas.
Routes 14 & 27 Construction – Mr. Finglas informed the Board that construction at the Routes 14 & 27 intersection has started with the removal of several trees.
Item III License Renewals: Class II Licenses – The following Class II dealers’ licenses were scheduled for renewal and have paid the fee and provided evidence of insurance:
Auto Express 169 Franklin Street
Wheels-n-deals 875 Monponsett Street
Signature Sales 19 Mattakeesett Street
Pep’s Rod Shop 123 Liberty Street
3-W Comp 41 King Street
South Shore Imported Cars One Liberty Street
Special Auto 200 Liberty Street
Clean Car Automotive 1625 Main Street
MOTION by Colclough, second by Egan to approve the Class II licenses as printed. Voted 4 – 0
Item IV New Business - Whitman Hanson Community Access – WHCA has requested the Board, as the licensing authority, request an additional CATV Channel from Comcast. Mrs. Coletta reported that the CATV Committee met and supports the additional channel request. Mrs. Coletta indicated that Whitman is also requesting an additional channel.
MOTION by Coletta, second by Egan to forward a letter to Comcast requesting an additional PEG channel. Voted 4 – 0.
Private Way Plow List – Mr. Finglas informed the Board that the Highway Department collected over $78,000 from developers last year for plowing and sanding services. The following private ways will be plowed by the Town: Arthur Avenue, Arthur Street, Boston Avenue, Briggs St., Charles St., Cushman St., Emory St., Fallon Point, French St., Hanson Court, Hawthorne Street, Hill Road, Indian Head Pond, Lakeside Road, Leon Court, Ocean Avenue Ext., Pearl St., Pine Grove Colony, Rollercoaster Rd., Santos Court, Snow St., Spofford Ave., Station St., Union Park St., Village Rd., Wilbur Ave., Wilkie Terrace entrances only, Woobine Ave. Ext., Woodman Terrace. Voted 4 – 0
Item V Old Business - Building Inspector Report – Mr. Robert Kirby was present and reported that the office has been very busy with building permits and inspections and has taken in $115,573.00 in fees. He has implemented a new stamp system, color-coded inspection system, tracking system and organized the office. He has created several new and improved forms. Mr. McSweeney inquired as to zoning enforcement. Mr. Kirby indicated that he has issued a few tickets and has been working closely with the ZBA. He anticipates increasing fees in the spring of 2006.
Item V I One Day Liquor License – Camp Kiwanee – Lori DiMartino of Bridgewater has requested a one day liquor license for Saturday, January 7, 2006 from 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a surprise birthday.
MOTION by Coletta, second by Egan to approve the One Day liquor license as printed on the agenda. Voted 4 – 0.
Item VII Committee Reports – Monponsett Pond – Mr. Colclough reported that the committee will be meeting on December 19th. CATV – Mrs. Coletta reiterated the committee’s support for the additional PEG channel. The committee also discussed reducing the membership to three members. Police union contract – Mrs. Coletta reported a tentative contract agreement with the police union, which includes an increase of 3/3/3, a sergeants differential, increase in the clothing allowance and the union’s agreement to withdraw a current grievance.
MOTION by Coletta, second by Colclough to signed the Memorandum of Agreement with the Police Union. Voted 4 – 0
Street Safety – Mr. McSweeney reported that the committee met and discussed possible funding for sidewalks. Congressman Lynch has reported to the press that Hanson did not get the federal funding for the sidewalks on Main Street. Government Study – Mr. McSweeney reported that the Government Study Committee is discussing the structure for a DPW. They plan to meet with all the committees involved starting in January.
Mr. McSweeney congratulated Hanson Express’ Justin Grabeau and his new wife Kelly on their recent wedding.
Item VIII Executive Session – Mr. McSweeney announced that the Board would be going into Executive Session under Item #3 Litigation and he would not be participating in the executive session.
MOTION by Coletta, second by Colclough to go into Executive Session under Item #3 Litigation. Roll Call – Colclough aye, Coletta aye, McSweeney abstained and Egan aye. Voted 3 – 0 – 1 (McSweeney).
8:50 p.m. Brief Recess
9:20 p.m. Returned to open Session
MOTION by Colclough, second by Coletta to adjourn. Voted 3 – 0.
9:21 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
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