MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 6, 2007
Chairman Mauceri called the meeting to order at 6:30PM in Room 14 at Town Hall in the presence of members Mr. Dardeno, Mr. Veno, Mr. O’ Leary, and the Town Administrator, Greg Balukonis. Mr. Harris was absent.
I MOVE TO NOMINATE MR. VENO AS ACTING CLERK.
MOTION BY: MR. O’LEARY
SECONDED BY: MR. DARDENO
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
1. 6:30 P.M. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION – 2007 VARSITY SOFTBALL TEAM
Coach Rusty Russell expressed his gratitude to the team. The Board congratulated the team for a great season.
The Boy Scouts were present as part of their communications badge.
2. MINUTES
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE JUNE 18, 2007 MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
MR.CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE JUNE 18, 2007 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UANIMOUS
MR.CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE JULY 2, 2007 MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
MR.CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE JULY 2, 2007 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUITES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
MR.CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE JULY 23, 2007 MINUITES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
MR.CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE JULY 23, 2007 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
3. CORRESPONDENCE
Requested by Mr. O’Leary
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
None
5. LEGAL BILLS
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOVE THE LEGAL BILLS FOR JUNE 14-30, 2007 IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,633.44 AS FOLLOWS:
KOPELMAN AND PAIGE P.C. (GENERAL) $4,163.94
KOPELAN AND PAIGE, P.C.(LABOR) 201.50
THOMSON WEST 268.00
TOTAL $4,633.44
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
6. 6:45PM CHART OF ACCOUNTS – FINANCE DIRECTOR
Finance Director, Joe Tassone, was present to discuss with the Board the need to hire a consultant to do a Chart of Accounts and the MUNIS System.
7. 7:00PM JOINT MEETING WITH SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Dr. David Troughton, Superintendent of Schools, requested that the Board of Selectmen get together with the School Committee as a result of a letter received from Katherine Craven from Mass. School Building Authority. placeNorth Reading has been selected to have a complete assessment of all our schools. There were safety and health issues in the middle and high school. North Reading had to submit 3 Statement of Interest with one priority and the priority is on the secondary schools.
Mr. Mauceri requests a meeting with Rep. Jones to go over the letter and decide what to do.
8:20PM – FIVE MINUTE BREAK
8. MUTUAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
MR. CHAIRMAN I MOVE TO AUTHORIZE THE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN THE MUTUAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE NORTH SHORE HOME CONSORTIUM.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
9. 8:00PM TOWN OWNED LAND – VOTE TO SELL
Mr. Mauceri reviewed the procedures for sale of town owned land. The Board has received letters of interest from petitioners for six parcels of land. The building inspector, Jim DeCola, was in attendance to answer any zoning or building questions about the parcels.
WAIVE POLICY
MR. CHAIRMAN I MOVE TO WAIVE POLICY 7.2.2 – TOWN OWNED LAND (ASSESSED VALUE).
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. DARDENO
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
MAP 8, PARCELS 257, 272 AND 274 – 22, 18 AND 20 OAKHURST TERRACE
A petitioner, Mr. Ken Fothergill, 24 Oakhurst Terrace, informed the Board that he is seeking to purchase the parcels so that he may replace his septic system which was damaged in the 2006 flooding. His neighbor, Rolf Frohling, had also submitted a letter of interest but was not at the meeting.
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO SELL BY AUCTION TOWN OWNED LAND DESIGNATED AS MAP 8, PARCELS 257, 272 AND 274 LOCATED AT 22, 18 AND 20 OAKHURST TERRACE , IN ACCORDANCE WITH MGL CHAPTER 60, SECTION 77B AT A MINIMUM BID PRICE OF $15,000.00.
...SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTION (S):
PARCELS ARE SOLD TOGETHER AS A PACKAGE
NO BUILDING OR OTHER STRUCTURE OF ANY KIND SHALL BE ERECTED OR MAINTAINED ON THE PREMISES UNLESS THE PREMISES IS COMBINED WITH ADJOINING AND SAID ADJOINING LAND ALREADY MEETS THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE TOWN OF NORTH READING FOR A SEPARATE BUILDING LOT.
MAINTENANCE OF A MUNICIPAL RIGHT OF WAY RETAINED BY THE TOWN FOR ACCESS AND UTILITIES.
MOTION BY MR. DARDENO
SECONDED BY MR. O’LEARY
VOTED 4-0
MAP 26, PARCEL 80 – OFF NORTH STREET
The petitioner, Richard Spindler was present. He is interested in developing the property. Several abutters expressed concern over drainage in the Pomeroy Road area. They indicated that the area has had problems since the Berridge Way neighborhood was built and they are concerned that development on this parcel will worsen the situation.
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO TABLE THE SALE OF MAP 26, PARCEL 80 – OFF NORTH STREET.
MOTION BY MR. VENO
SECONDED BY MR. DARDENO
VOTED 4-0 UNANIMOUS
MAP 28, PARCEL 55 – 237A CENTRAL STREET
The petitioner, David Myette, explained that he and his neighbor, Michael Bartram have a deeded right of access to the property as it serves as their driveways. They are interested in acquiring the parcel but do not want to spend a significant amount to purchase it. They indicated they would be willing to pay the costs associated with transferring the property.
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO SELL BY AUCTION TOWN OWNED LAND DESIGNATED AS MAP 28, PARCEL 55 LOCATED AT 237A CENTRAL STREET , IN ACCORDANCE WITH MGL CHAPTER 60, SECTION 77B AT A MINIMUM BID PRICE OF $2,200.00.
MOTION BY MR. O’LEARY
SECONDED BY MR. VENO
VOTED 4-0 UNANIMOUS
Mr. O’Leary said he would like to reconsider the vote.
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECONSIDER THE VOTE OF MAP 28, PARCEL 55.
MOTION BY MR. O’LEARY
SECONDED BY MR. MAUCERI
(Mr. Mauceri seconded the motion for discussion.)
The Board discussed lowering the minimum bid amount.
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECONSIDER THE VOTE OF MAP 28, PARCEL 55.
MOTION BY MR. O’LEARY
SECONDED BY MR. MAUCERI
VOTED 1-3 (MOTION LOST)
MAP 78, PARCEL 27 – 2 LYNN ST.
The petitioner, Steve Batchelder, indicated he was interested in purchasing the parcel to add to his property.
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO SELL BY AUCTION TOWN OWNED LAND DESIGNATED AS MAP 78, PARCEL 27 LOCATED AT 2 LYNN STREET, IN ACCORDANCE WITH MGL CHAPTER 60, SECTION 77B AT A MINIMUM BID PRICE OF $4,500.00.
...SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTION (S):
THAT THE PREMISES SHALL NOT BE USED TO SATISFY MINIMUM ZONING OR HEALTH CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION ON OR USE OF ANY BUILDING ON ADJOINING LAND.
NO BUILDING OR OTHER STRUCTURE OF ANY KIND SHALL BE ERECTED OR MAINTAINED ON THE PREMISES UNLESS THE PREMISES IS COMBINED WITH ADJOINING AND SAID ADJOINING LAND ALREADY MEETS THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE TOWN OF NORTH READING FOR A SEPARATE BUILDING LOT.
NO BUILDING OR OTHER STRUCTURE OF ANY KIND SHALL BE ERECTED OR MAINTAINED ON THE PREMISES.
MOTION BY MR. O’LEARY
SECONDED BY MR. VENO
VOTED 3-1 (MR. DARDENO OPPOSED)
Mr. Dardeno said he was opposed to the dollar amount set for this parcel as it was less than half of the minimum bid amount set for the Oakhurst Terrace parcels.
10. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN – TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
Mr. Balukonis presented the proposals that will be considered at town meeting.
He is not sure about the funding sources.
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Balukonis discussed improving the budget process and the health insurance program.
12. OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Mr. O’Leary would like to name the new room at the Police Station after Hank Purnell and put in an article for October town meeting.
Mr. Dardeno says the Cable Corporation will be meeting tomorrow night and will give a presentation on September 1st.
Mr. Veno also thinks the Hank Purnell naming is a good idea.
Mr. Mauceri says that there is a meeting scheduled with Dave Hanlon regarding the Police Station. The occupancy date of the building is continuing to slide. Chief Nolan received confirmation that the install date is August 20th and that is the earliest they could move in.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION 11:00PM
MR., CHAIRMAN I MOVE TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, AND FURTHER THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN WILL RETURN TO OPEN SESSION THEREAFTER FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF ADJOURNMENT.
MOTION BY: MR. VENO
SECONDED BY: MR. O’LEARY
VOTED: 4-0 UNANIMOUS
VOTED: MR. MAUCERI AYE MR. O’LEARY AYE
MR. DARDENO AYE MR. VENO AYE
ADJOURN 11:30PM
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN.
MOTION BY: MR. O’LEARY
SECONDED: MR. DARDENO
VOTED: UNANIMOUS (4-0)
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DATE MR. JOSEPH VENO, CLERK
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