AGENDA
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MONDAY, MAY 23, 2005
6:30 P.M. – Convene Meeting – Town Hall Conference Room 1
MINUTES
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS
6:30 Public Comment
6:40 Board of Health Interviews
6:40 Diane O’Rourke
6:50 Matthew Berrelli, PE
7:00 Stacey Hodgman
7:10 Roy Fagerberg
7:20 Lucy Burton
7:30 Public Hearing cont’d – Giovanni’s (Soprano’s) Request for Entertainment License
COMMUNICATIONS & CORRESPONCE
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
1) Recommendation for Annual Reappointments – Board of Selectmen
2) Recommendation for Annual Reappointments – Town Manager
3) Recommendation for Appointment of Town Physician
4) AFCEE Agreement for Services
5) Appointment to Sewer Commission
MMR ISSUES
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Board of Selectmen
Minutes
May 23, 2005
Present: Selectman Green, Selectman Taylor, Selectman Myers,
Selectman Cahalane, Selectman Cook
Town Manager Joyce Mason
Meeting Called to Order by Chairman Green at 6:30 p.m.
Town Hall, Conference Room #1
APPOINTMENTS AND HEARINGS:
Public Comment: None at this time.
NEW BUSINESS:
AFCEE – Agreement for Services:
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to place the above topic on the Selectmen’s agenda.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Late filed correspondence was received regarding the Agreement between the Town and the Air Force for Environmental Excellence (AFCEE) for
services related to the FS-1 pump and treat operation. It was noted that the contract is in compliance. There are no changes to the Agreement.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to approve and execute the Agreement between the Town of Mashpee and AFCEE for services relative to the FS-1 pump and treat operation.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE:
Mashpee Commons Update:
The Selectmen were updated on the Mashpee Commons development project. The Town Manager recently attended a meeting where the proponents of the project requested an extension of sixty days from the July date that would allow them to work under the current 2002 regional policy. It was noted that the Planning Board voted unanimously not to support the extension although there was no representation at the Cape Cod Commission meeting. The Planning Board is expected to give an opinion as to why they are not in support of the extension.
DOR Update:
In other business, it was reported that recent developments from the Department of Revenue (DOR) indicate that Mashpee may receive an increase in Local Aid. Presently, the appropriation is estimated at $107,000. Additional funding is also anticipated to be derived from Lottery Aid.
NEW BUSINESS:
Recommendation for Appointment – Town Physician:
Marilyn Farren, Personnel Administrator was present to recommend the Board appoint a second Town Physician to conduct physicals for Town employees. In accordance with the needs of the Town and to the standards of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for public safety personnel, Dr. Richard J. Mosychuck was recommended for the second appointment.
Dr. Mosychuck is the owner of Cape Cod Family Practice & Sports Medicine in Mashpee Commons.
Motion made by Selectman Taylor to appoint Dr. Richard J. Mosychuck as a Town Physician as recommended.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cahalane.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Recommendation for Annual Reappointments – Board of Selectmen:
A list if Department Heads, Board and Committee members with terms expiring on June 30, 2005 were presented to the Selectmen for review and recommendation.
Several questions to be clarified include the following;
Building & Planning Committee – Representation from the School Department
Leisure Services – Review Membership Makeup; Liaison representation from the Selectmen and School, and related appointments (3) from the Selectmen and (3) from the School Department
Constable – Delete: Robyn Mastellar - relocated
It was agreed that the Selectmen would obtain a more comprehensive list of all Town representatives to include the following;
MMR, Citizens Advisory Committee, Wildlife Refuge, Senior Management Board, Cape Cod Commission, etc.
The matter will appear before the Selectmen on Monday, June 6, 2005.
APPOINTMENTS AND HEARINGS:
Board of Health Interviews:
The Board of Selectmen conducted an equal interview of the following candidates for appointment to the Board of Health. In attendance was Health Agent Glen Harrington, and Board of Health member Glenn Santos.
Diane O’Rourke:
Diane O’Rourke, a Mashpee resident for the past thirteen years discussed her qualifications for appointment to the Board of Health. She has extensive Town government experience in the Town of Norfolk and was elected to the Board of Health in the Town of Wrentham. She served for eight years. Ms. O’Rourke indicated that she has a Food Service License and has working knowledge of all phases of construction being a land developer and home builder.
Matthew Berrelli, PE:
Matthew Berrelli, a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Connecticut and a Mechanical Engineer with over twenty years experience in equipment design, manufacturing, installation and start-up discussed his qualifications for appointment.
Mr. Berrelli presently works as a Branch Manager and Sales Engineer for Ferguson Waterworks/Sumner and Dunbar in North Harwich. He also has extensive experience in specification design, support, sales and service involving groundwater, storm water and septic and sewage treatment projects.
Mr. Berrelli in discussion was asked if he would consider serving the Town as a member of the Sewer Commission if he were not appointed to the Board of Health position. Mr. Berrelli indicated that he would be interested in the Sewer Commission appointment.
Stacy Hodgman: Candidate not present for interview.
Roy Fagerberg: Candidate withdrew his application.
Lucy Burton:
Lucy Burton, a former member of the Board of Health indicated that she would be able to offer a unique perspective as a former restaurant owner with over fifteen years experience in the food service industry. Ms. Burton was also noted to have working knowledge of building plans, septic systems and variances, issues facing the Board of Health on a regular basis.
Appointment to the Sewer Commission:
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to place the above topic on the Selectmen’s agenda.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
The Selectmen indicated that they were impressed with the qualifications of Matthew Berrelli, and recommended that he be appointed to the Sewer Commission. Mr. Berrelli in response withdrew his application for appointment to the Board of Health.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to appoint Matthew Berrelli to the Sewer Commission.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
APPOINTMENTS AND HEARINGS:
Appointment to the Board of Health:
Discussion followed with respect to the two remaining candidates for appointment to the Board of Health. It was agreed that they were both outstanding. Upon deliberation, the Board voted for the appointment.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to appoint Lucy Burton to the Board of Health.
Motion seconded by Selectman Myers.
VOTE: 4-1. Motion carries.
Selectman Taylor in opposition.
Public Hearing cont’d – Giovanni’s (Soprano’s) Request for Entertainment License:
The Board of Selectmen opened the Public Hearing on the application of Planet Restaurant, Inc., d/b/a Giovanni’s (hearing for a change of d/b/a to Soprano’s was scheduled and approved on April 11, 2005), 681 Falmouth Road, Mashpee for an Entertainment License to include Piano Entertainment and Live Music.
The Hearing notice was read aloud in accordance with posting requirements. Edmond Richardi, owner and manager was present to discuss the license application with the Board of Selectmen.
Correspondence was received from the Deputy Fire Chief dated May 20, 2005 indicating that the occupancy has met fire code requirements. Mr. Richardi completed the Entertainment License application by checking the appropriate boxes with the exception of: No Dancing by Entertainers. It was agreed that Mr. Richardi would make the correction to the appropriate box on the application regarding the entertainment license.
In addition, Mr. Richardi requested the Board extend the closure date of Soprano’s to Wednesday, June 8, 2005.
Being no comment, the Board motioned to close the Public Hearing.
Motion made by Selectman Myers to close the Public Hearing.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Motion made by Selectman Myers to approve the application of Planet Restaurant, Inc., d/b/a Soprano’s, 681 Falmouth Road, Mashpee for an Entertainment License to include Piano Entertainment and Live Music: No Dancing (No Dancing By Patrons or Entertainers), Recorded Music, 4 Musicians, Amplification System, Live Music.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Motion made by Selectman Myers to extend the closure date of Planet Restaurant, Inc., d/b/a Soprano’s, 681 Falmouth Road, Mashpee to the opening date of Wednesday, June 8, 2005.
Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Recommendation for Annual Reappointments – Town Manager:
The Selectmen were in receipt of a list of Committee Appointments from the Town Manager dated May 17, 2005. The Board was requested to review the appointments that would be addressed at the Selectmen’s Meeting of June 6, 2005.
Adjournment:
Motion made by Selectman Myers to adjourn at 6:40 p.m.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cook.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen M. Soares
Secretary to the Board of Selectmen
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