Town of Princeton, MA
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Regular Meeting
May 26, 2009
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM. Present were Chairman Raymond Dennehy, Joe O’Brien and Alan Sentkowski.
FY09 Warrant #24
The Board reviewed and signed the payroll and vendor warrants from the Treasurer & Accountant.
Minutes
May 11, 2009 Regular Meeting – Joe moved to accept the minutes as amended. Alan seconded. All in favor (3-0).
May 4, 2009 Special Meeting – Joe moved to accept the minutes as amended. Alan seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Longsjo Bike Race Update
Longsjo Executive Director Ed Collier and Lieutenant Michelle Powers were present for the discussion. Ed Collier explained that the work being done on the Wachusett Mountain access road is not likely to be completed in time for the July 4th race; therefore they would like to have the finish line on the Town Common. Changes include placing a small stage for the finish line camera, parking an RV trailer, installing a finish line truss, and setting up portable toilets and trash containers. They are expecting a large turnout of spectators and would like use Krashes Fields as a parking area and have a shuttle bus from Krashes to the center. The Board suggested they use the Princeton Center in addition to Krashes for parking. The Parks and Rec Committee will allow parking, provided there is no parking on the grass. Ed
Collier will install signs to ensure no one parks on the grass Portable toilets and trash containers must be placed at Krashes. All trash must be cleaned after the race.
Raymond moved to approve the requests of the Longsjo Bike Club as discussed. Joe seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Ball Hill Road Closing
A reverse 911 call was sent to residents to communicate the June 1 closing of Ball Hill Road for the replacement of the bridge. Signs will be placed on 62 and Brooks Station Road ahead of time to alert drivers.
Public Hearing - Mountainside Market Wine & Malt Liquor License Application
The hearing opened at 5:30 pm. Kyle and Jill Zelley applied for a license to sell beer and wine in their new store. They will not be serving alcohol in the restaurant. They may have occasional wine tastings with a licensed server. There were no comments from the public.
Joe moved to accept the application from Kyle and Jill Zelley for wine and malt beverage sales at Mountainside Market. Alan seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Verizon Wireless Communications Tower
Chief Schmohl has been working with Verizon on a tower that will improve communications and generate revenue for the town. Raymond will work with Chief Schmohl on the details before it goes before the Planning Board. Details will be discussed at a future meeting.
Board of Selectmen Annual Reorganization
Joe and Alan thanked Raymond for handling some difficult issues during the past year as their Chairman. Raymond commented it was a team effort.
Joe moved to nominate Alan as Chairman, effective immediately. Raymond seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Alan moved to nominate Joe as Clerk. Raymond seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Princeton Center Annual Inspection Report
The Board reviewed the report from the Building Inspector. Bill Johnson can resolve many of the issues. Terri will give Bill the list and ask him to communicate with the Board on anything that is out of his area of expertise.
Princeton Center Committee Request for Farmers Market Location Change
Terry Thompson requests the Farmers Market be held on the Common. Last year there were issues with electricity costs and concerns about a fire hazard with no way for trucks to get through during the market.
The Board will request the Agricultural Commission find an alternate location and invite them the June 8 meeting to discuss further.
FY08 Ice Storm Update
Joe reported the town received a $384,000 check from the state last week. A pre-bid conference will be held on May 27 in the Annex for final cleanup. Joe expects cleanup to begin during the second week of June. All wood must be transported to the disposal site per FEMA regulations.
HPT Trash & Recycling Update
Alan noted the response has been very good and his article in the Landmark helped to clarify the program. Waste Management will send a letter to every household to explain the sign up process. A minimum of 60% participation from the three towns is required by June 30. The monthly fee will range from $16 to $20 per month depending upon percentage of participation. The next HPT meeting will take place on June 11.
Sign Request- First Congregational Church
Joe moved to allow the First Congregational Church to post signs on the Common and in East Princeton and to allow participants to set up on the Common for the September 26 town wide yard sale. Raymond seconded. All in favor. (3-0).
Keeper of the Town Clock Resignation
Kenneth Hagberg has been the clock winder for 48 years. It is a strenuous job and his doctor advised him to avoid strenuous effort, therefore he must resign at this time. Joe moved to regretfully accept the resignation of Kenneth Hagberg, with accolades for 48 years of service. Alan seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Appointments
Procurement Officer:
Joe moved to appoint Jon Fitch as alternate procurement officer for the Town of Princeton. Raymond seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Parks and Recreation Commission:
Raymond moved to appoint Kelton Burbank as member of the Parks and Recreation Commission Joe seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Raymond moved to appoint Ed Sweeney as alternate member of the Parks and Recreation Commission Joe seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Assessors and Board of Selectmen Joint Meeting
A joint meeting was held to decide on a candidate for the Assessors position due to a “failure to elect” at the annual town election. The Assessors recommends Tim Hammond to serve until the next election. Tim has past experience and is eager to be involved in town government.
Joe moved to appoint Tim Hammond of Wheeler Road as Assessor, with a term to expire at the next election. Raymond seconded. All in favor (3-0).
At 6:35 pm Raymond moved to go into executive session for the purpose of contract negotiations, not to return to regular meeting. All were in favor by roll call.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Brenda Savoie
Administrative Secretary
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