SELECTMEN’S MEETING THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2007 7:00 P.M.
In attendance: Marion V. McEttrick, Kathryn A. Fagan, John M. Shields, Kevin Mearn, Town Administrator, Paula Rizzi, Executive Secretary
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously with Marion V. McEttrick voting yes, Kathryn A. Fagan voting yes, and John M. Shields voting yes to enter Executive Session to discuss pending litigation and to return to Open Session to complete agenda business.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the August 8, 2007 meeting minutes as written.
Kathryn A. Fagan moved, John M. Shields seconded and the Board voted 2-0-1 (McEttrick) to approve the August 15, 2007 meeting minutes as written.
The Board confirmed September 6 and September 20, 2007 as future meeting dates.
Edward L. Duffy, 35 Granite Place addressed the Board regarding the upcoming MWRA water main replacement that will impact the traffic patterns in East Milton square.
Kathryn A. Fagan moved, John M. Shields seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve a petition from NSTAR Electric for a grant of location to construct a line of conduits and manholes with the necessary wires and cables therein to be located under Hillside Street, approximately 14 feet of conduit @ pole 14/10 to provide electric service to a new house at 100 Hillside Street, contingent upon the applicant securing a street opening permit from the Department of Public Works prior to installation, all conduit installed beneath the pavement being encased in concrete and no stone walls being disturbed during construction as Hillside Street is designated a scenic way.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously
to approve a petition from NSTAR Electric for a grant of location to construct a line of conduits and manholes with the necessary wires and cables therein to be located under Hillside Street, approximately 12 feet of conduit @ pole 14/13 to provide electric service to a new house at 120 Hillside Street, contingent upon the applicant securing a street opening permit from the Department of Public Works prior to installation, all conduit installed beneath the pavement being encased in concrete and no stone walls being disturbed during construction as Hillside Street is designated a scenic way.
The Board met with David Hodgdon, President of the Blue Hill Adventure and Quarry Museum to discuss the relocation to Town property of two buildings that have been donated to his organization for use as a museum for artifacts from the old Quincy Quarry Museum. Further discussion on the use of Town property for such a project was deferred to the next Board meeting. The Board requested that Town Counsel be consulted regarding the development of this property and that information be made available at that time.
Gary Webster, Community Coordinator for the MWRA met with the Board to discuss Phase II of the major water line replacement that will soon be impacting the East Milton area. Mr. Webster updated the Board on the time frame and the route change of the project. He also informed the Board of a meeting on September 6, at Heritage Hall, to discuss the progress of the project and address any issues from the public.
The Board met with DPW Director Walter Heller who updated members on the PWED grant project in Lower Mills. Mr. Heller informed the Board that work on this project has been temporarily suspended due to the contractor not being able to verify requests made by the Town relative to the existing contract. He assured the Board that the Town is working with Town Counsel and moving forward, being cognizant of the time requirements and taking the necessary steps to complete this project.
Mr. Heller also updated the Board on the status of the Phase I improvements for Blue Hills Parkway at Brook Road.
The Board discussed the application from Cayet Bellevue, 41 West More Road, Mattapan, for a hackney license. Mr. Bellevue has met with Lt. Michael Collins who feels confident in having the Board approve the license contingent upon the completion of items that were specified in Lt. Collins’ report to the Board of Selectmen.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the issuance of a hackney license to Cayet Bellevue, 41 West More Road, Mattapan, that would allow Mr. Bellevue to transport Milton residents, contingent upon the following: a meter being installed and inspected by Mark Kelly, the Town’s Sealer of Weights and Measures; insurance coverage that specifies the amount of coverage and maximum number of persons carried; a final safety inspection, inspection of commercial lettering and proper display of rates of fare and meters; application for and receipt of a special driver’s license from the Milton Police Department; re-registration of the applicant’s vehicle as a taxi service rather than a livery service.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve and authorize the Town Administrator to sign a contract with Power Options for the purchase of natural gas for heating of municipal buildings at a fixed rate from November 2007 to October 2008.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A.Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve and authorize the Town Administrator to sign a contract with Cook and Company for police and fire medical coverage for injuries sustained on duty.
Kathryn A. Fagan moved, John M. Shields seconded and the Board voted unanimously to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a contract with Blue Hills Towing Company, Inc., 258 Willard Street, Quincy, the high bidder, for towing and storage services requested by the Chief of Police or his designee in accordance with the detailed specifications of this contract.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the application for a new sign as depicted in an attached photo displayed with gooseneck lighting to be hung in the existing sign band at 537 Adams Street, site of the new Milton House of Pizza, and a temporary banner that will be hung immediately announcing the opening of the business in September and will be removed as soon as the business is open to the public. Additional images are shown on plans filed with the Office of Planning and Community Development.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve and forward to the Personnel Board the appointment of Kenneth W. Conklin, 47 Glendale Road, to the position of Substitute Traffic Supervisor.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Meredith M. Hall, 41 Russell Street, to the Education Fund Committee to serve through May 2010.
Kathryn A. Fagan moved, John M. Shields seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Judith Kennedy, 170 Atherton Street, as MASSPORT liaison to serve through May 2008.
Kathryn A. Fagan moved, John M. Shields seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Joseph M. Reardon, 49 Grafton Avenue, to serve as the Town’s representative to the Norfolk County Advisory Board to serve through August 2008.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the request of the Girl Scouts to display a banner at the East Milton Fire House announcing its annual registration.during the week of September 7.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously to approve the request of the Milton Woman’s Club for a one day liquor license for a birthday party to be held on Sunday, September 2, 2007 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously with Marion V. McEttrick voting yes, Kathryn A. Fagan voting yes and John M. Shields voting yes to enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health of an individual and to return to Open Session for the purpose of adjournment.
John M. Shields moved, Kathryn A. Fagan seconded and the Board voted unanimously at 11:15 p.m. to adjourn.
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