BOARD OF SELECTMEN’S MEETING
JUNE 25, 2013
Chairman Story called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with the pledge of allegiance to our flag. In attendance were Selectmen Story, Bulgaris, Mountain and Walker. Selectman Bear was absent.
The following appointments were approved on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Mountain and voted unanimously:
Planning Board Rep. to Conservation – John O’Connell – 1 yr. term
Planning Board Rep. to ZBA – Linda McCamic – 1 yr. term
Alternate Commissioner to MVPC – Martha Taylor – 1 yr. term
Cultural Council – Pamela Jacobson – 3 yr. term
Kathy Muse – 3 yr. term
Joanne Johnson – 2 yr. term
Amy Swiniarski – 2 yr. term
Christopher Drelich – 1 yr. term
Michael Updike – 1 yr.term
Council on Aging Director – Martie Joe – 3 yr. term
COA Bd. of Directors – LuAnn Kuder, Russell Peirce, Gerri Dorr, Jean Doyle, Joanne Hogan, Alba Gouldthorpe, Evelyn Noyes, Joyce Machiros, and Eugene Smith
1 yr. terms
Recreation Committee – Rich Capolupo, Diane Manter, Warren Manter, Rebecca Takesian, Dave Taylor and Bill Wendt – 1 yr. terms
Public Safety Complex Committee – John Lucey Jr., Martha Taylor, Robert Serino, Tracy Blais and Sam Joslin – 1 yr. terms
A request from the Beachcoma Restaurant to have music July 5th from 4 – 9:30 p.m. to celebrate their 2nd year anniversary was approved on a motion by Selectman Walker, seconded by Selectman Mountain and voted unanimously.
A request from Jeanne Carter of the Fuel Training Studio to hold a ½ marathon run on Sunday June 1, 2014, which will travel through Newbury, was approved on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously. A letter of approval was submitted by Deputy Chief Lucey for this event and Ms. Carter was in attendance to address her request.
A corrective amendment to a preservation restriction on the property of Edward and Susan Perkins, 85 High Road, Newbury was reviewed and signed on a motion by Selectman Walker, seconded by Selectman Bulgaris and voted unanimously. This amendment corrects a typographical error in the original grant.
An updated deed reflecting a change in trustee was signed for the sale of Hutchins Road (Assessors Map U03-0-23) which was previously approved by the Selectmen.
Elizabeth Holland and Brandon Tarricone of Medicinal Evolution Corporation spoke on their application for a medical marijuana license through the State. Holland advised they planned to meet with Chief Reilly, Tracy Blais and Martha Taylor from Planning on the 8th of July. She gave a brief description of her business background and introduced Tarricone to speak about their proposal. He noted they had looked at several towns in the area and thought Kelly’s facility on Kent Way in Byfield could be good fit for their dispensary. He also reported that they are working with Georgetown as a possible cultivation site. MEC is a non-profit corporation and an overview of their operation was presented to the Board. Security, patient criteria,
the technical aspects of licensing and a business model were all briefly discussed. Holland and Tarricone agreed to send the Board more information including a copy of the regulations. Selectman Mountain advised that they had already had feedback from a few residents and they are against a facility in town. Holland noted they would gladly meet with the townspeople, if requested, to explain the working of this license and facility. Community support is important and we want to address all concerns up front, she noted. Holland and Tarricone were thanked for their presentation.
A proclamation was approved and signed by Chairman Story for the Pacific Legal Foundation’s 40th anniversary on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously.
In accordance with Chapter 44, section 33B of the MGL the following interdepartmental transfer of $5K from Board of Health Expense to Street Lighting was approved on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously. In accordance with Chapter 44, section 33B of the MGL the following interdepartmental transfer of $5K from Electrical Systems to Public Building Utilities was approved on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously. In accordance with Chapter 44, section 33B of the MGL the following interdepartmental transfer of $2K from Building Inspector Salaries & Wages to Building Inspector Expenses was approved on a motion by Selectman Mountain, seconded by Selectman Bulgaris and voted unanimously. These
three transfers will be sent to the Finance Committee for final approval at their meeting of July 2nd.
An agreement between Newbury and Newburyport regarding water and sewer access to 81 Old Point Road on Plum Island was reviewed and approved on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously.
The subject of a swing installed on a tree on the Upper Green was discussed as several residents had commented on the installation and liability of the Town. It had been suggested that Mr. Ablow of Green Street had installed the swing. It was moved by Selectman Mountain, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously to send a letter to Mr. Ablow asking that if he was responsible for the swing installation, would he please have it removed. It was agreed that they would reconsider the matter if an application for that use on the Green came before them so input from the Historic Commission could be sought. The liability problem was their greatest concern.
Board and committee liaisons were discussed. Chairman Story noted that most departments don’t require a liaison as they report directly to the Town Administrator. Selectman Mountain commented that they could be liaisons without attending every meeting and stay involved through the minutes of the meetings. Story advised that if there was interest in any special committees to let him know.
Selectman Mountain noted that the formatting documents for cable programming had been emailed to the Board members for their review and he would gladly address any questions or concerns.
The minutes of the June 11th meeting were approved as presented on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Mountain and voted unanimously.
Chairman Story reminded the public that a Household Hazardous Waste Day collection would take place on June 29th from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in the NES rear parking lot. A flyer went out with the last tax bill and the News will print a reminder for all.
Chairman Story reported that Carol Baum’s Trash Tower project has been approved by Superintendent Farmer and permission has been given to erect the project at NES for the benefit of teaching recycling to students and parents alike. He also noted that the Board of Assessors will have representatives doing inspections of homes for revaluation purposes. All representatives will carry identification.
At the request of Chief Reilly, Stephen Smith and John Lucey II were appointed as full time Officers for FY14 on a motion by Selectman Bulgaris, seconded by Selectman Walker and voted unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m. on a motion by Selectman Walker, seconded by Selectman Bulgaris and voted unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois, Admin. Asst.
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