Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
February 27, 2007
Present: Christopher Colclough, Jesse McSweeney, James Egan and James Armstrong. Mark Gallivan absent. Also present Executive Assistant Meredith Marini, Town Administrator Michael Finglas absent.
7:30 p.m. Chairman McSweeney called the meeting to order
Item I Patrolman Swearing in –Brian Kenny – Chief Savage introduced Officer Kenny and gave a brief history of his background. He welcomed Officer Kenny to the Department. Town Clerk Sandra Harris performed the swearing in. Officer Kenny’s parents pinned on his badge. Officer Kenny thanked the Chief and Lt. Yakavonis indicating he was anxious to get started. Officer Kenny will start on March 5, 2007. Several members of the Police Department were present.
Item II Citation to the Hanson Midget Cheerleaders – The Board honored the 2007 National Cheerleading Champions. On behalf of the squad, Chairman McSweeney presented a citation to Team Coordinator Judy Kelly. Ms. Kelly introduced the 28 members of the squad. State Representative Daniel Webster presented the squad with a citation from the House of Representatives. The team thanked the residents and businesses of Hanson for their support in making the trip possible. Many family members were present for the event.
7:43 p.m. Brief Recess
7:50 p.m. Back in Session – Chairman McSweeney requested a moment of silence for Paul Cameron who passed away recently. Mr. Cameron was a member for the Council of Elder Affairs, form member of the Planning Board and Cranberry Cove Committee. Mr. McSweeney read the announcements and up coming meeting schedule.
Item III Alfred & Paul’s Liquor License Transfer – Attorney Paul Prew introduced new owner Kathleen Hoffman and cited the request for a transfer of liquor license.
MOTION by Colclough, second by Armstrong to open the hearing. Voted 4 – 0.
Chairman McSweeney read the hearing notice, which was published in the Hanson Express. Attorney Prew indicated that Ms. Hoffman as well as two other staff members have been TIPS trained. The present owner, Paul Pina, and the current bartender will be staying on during the transition period. Attorney Prew indicated that the theme of the establishment is sports based. Consequently, cosmetic renovations from bathroom upgrades to lighting will be completed in 6 to 12 months. At this time there will be no live entertainment. Mrs. Marini indicated the paperwork was in order and the Fire Chief has no problem with the transfer. No other questions were heard.
MOTION by Colclough, second by Egan to close the hearing. Voted 4 – 0
MOTION by Colclough, second by Egan to approve the transfer of liquor license from Pina Inc. to Pub 58 Sports Bar, Inc. Voted 4 – 0
Item IV Bernardo’s Restaurant Liquor License Transfer – Current owner Robert Cioffi was present requesting a transfer of liquor license from Keeoffi Inc. to Fernart Corp. Chairman McSweeney read the hearing notice.
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to open the hearing. Voted 4 – 0
Mr. Cioffi indicated that the new owners, Justino Fernandes and Joseph Nartowicz have been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years. They have both served as executive chefs at Boston Park Plaza and Sheraton Boston. Mr. Fernandes looks forward to serving the Town of Hanson. Mrs. Marini indicated the paperwork was in order and the Fire Chief has no problem with the transfer. No other questions were heard.
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to close the hearing. Voted 4 – 0
MOTION by Egan, second by Armstrong to approve a liquor license transfer from Keeoffi, Inc. to Fernart Corp. Voted 4 – 0
Item V -Public Comment – MBTA Trains - Chairman McSweeney indicated that the Town received notification that the MBTA is considering additional late trains and was seeking input from the communities. Five residents were present for the discussion. Mr. McSweeney requested each of the speakers identify themselves and give their street address. Mr. Brian O’Donnell of 91 Phillips Street was opposed to a late train due to the requirement of the whistle. Many times the conductor blasts the whistle in excess. Margaret Madsen 229 Reed Street inquired as to the number of trains and the days of the week. Mrs. Marini explained the T’s letter was not specific as to the number of days or
trains. Mrs. Madsen would have no problem with one late night train on the weekend. Lou Casoli of 59 Phillips Street was opposed, citing the whistle as an issue. Peter Depina of 795 Monponsett Street opposed for the same reason. Kristin MacDonald of 344 Reed Street indicated that she sent letters to her neighbors notifying them of the meeting. She is also opposed to the additional trains by reason of the whistles. She felt if late trains were allowed, it would open a door for round the clock service.
Chief Savage indicated that he and Chief Hoyt have no issue with additional late trains with respect to public safety. However, from a quality of life point of view, Chief Savage would be opposed on behalf of the area residents. He pointed out that the whistles are federally mandated and must be blown. The Board members offered their comments. All members opposed the additional trains.
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to authorize the Chairman to write a letter to the MBTA notifying them of the Board’s findings opposing the additional trains.
Voted 4 – 0
Mrs. Marini informed the Board that between the residents present and the calls received at the office, fifteen people opposed, two were for, two were for with no horns and one was either way.
Item V I New Business Proclamation for Dollars for Scholars – Michael Ganshirt of Whitman and Jean Dean of Hanson were present. They had previously requested that Board Proclaim April as Dollars for Scholars month. Mr. Armstrong read the Proclamation. The Board thanked Mr. Ganshirt and Ms. Dean for their efforts.
Vote Verizon Easement at new Police Station – Verizon New England, Inc. has requested the Town grant an easement over 775 Main Street, the location of the new Police Headquarters, in order to maintain the conduit which provides telephone service to the facility.
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to grant the easement to Verizon New England, Inc. Voted 4 – 0
Chief Savage thanked Mr. Armstrong with expediting the National Grid service.
Item VII Old Business – PCH Utilization Committee. Mr. Egan informed the Board that the PCH Utilization Committee has requested that the Board vote to accept its interim report, so that the committee can move forward.
MOTION by Armstrong, second by Colclough to accept the PCH Utilization Committee’s interim report. Voted 3 – 0 – 0 (Mr. McSweeney did not participate in the discussion or vote)
Item VIII Appointments –
Joan Powers 15C Meeting House Lane - Historical Comm. Term to expire 6/30/07
Eva Burton 153 Main St. – Council of Elder Affairs –
Alternate – Term Expire 6/30/09
Lorraine Lentini 204 Andrew Lane – Council of Elder Affairs - Alternate – Term Expire – 6/30/07
MOTION by Colclough, second by Egan to approve the appointments as printed.
Voted 4 – 0
Item IX Licenses – One Day Liquor license
Professional Bartending of Middleboro has requested a One Day Liquor for Camp Kiwanee on March 2 – 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., March 3 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and March 4 – 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. for the Production of a Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
MOTION by Armstrong, second by Egan to approve a one day liquor license to Professional Bartending March 2, 3, and 4, 2007. Voted 4 – 0
Item X Approve Minutes Regular Session minutes of February 6, 2007.
MOTION by Armstrong, second by Colclough to approve the regular session minutes of February 6, 2007 as printed. Voted 4 – 0
Item XI Committee Reports – Monponsett Pond – Mr. Colclough reported that he and committee members Jean Runey, Frank Runey, Bob Andrews and Dean Anderson voted to reduce the membership to five members. Mr. Colclough indicated the committee was having difficulty achieving a quorum. The other two members have missed several meetings.
MOTION by Colclough, second by Armstrong to reduce the membership of the Monponsett Pond Committee from seven to five, with the members named above remaining on the committee. Voted 4 – 0
Mr. Colclough indicated that the committee is seeking individuals with legal and water field backgrounds to assist the committee. Attorney Webster is reviewing the act allowing Brockton to draw from and control water levels in Monponsett Pond. Mr. Colclough has heard the some Monponsett Pond residents are considering a class action suit. Street Safety & Development Comm. – Mr. McSweeney indicated that the Street Safety Comm. met to consider a request for a street light on Industrial Boulevard, which was denied. He indicated that a representative from the Old Colony Planning Council was present to discuss the intersection at Routes 58 and 27. A resident requested a study be conducting in light of the recent fatal accident. Mr. McSweeney indicated that was brief
discussion of installing a round about. The Board was not in favor of the concept.
MOTION by Egan, second by Colclough to adjourn. Voted 4 – 0
8:50 p.m. Meeting Adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Meredith Marini
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