July 11, 2006 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Chairman Donald L. McKinnon called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to
order at 7:05pm.
Present were Donald L. McKinnon, Raymond W. Platt, and John Donahue.
Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to accept the minutes of the June 27, 2006 meeting as printed. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon informed all that the Board was returning from an Executive Session prior to the regular meeting regarding Collective Bargaining.
Chief Pacheco was present and presented the Board with commendations for Dan Smith, Ellen Konigsberg and Robert Karolides on the outstanding performance done during a recent power outage for which 7 out of 9 phone lines were lost for 5 days. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to forward commendations to each individual. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Chief Pacheco recommended Al Silveira be appointed Patrolmen to the Raynham Police Department. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to appoint Helvio “Al” Silveira to the Raynham Police Department. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Peter King was present and presented a photo of Johnson’s Pond to the Board.
Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to reappoint Chris Gallagher, Lou Bousquet and Paul Bumila to the Borden Colony Advisory Committee. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
7:17pm – Public Hearing - Kennel License at 620 Broadway. Present was Linda Snow and Attorney Edward Pietnik. Mr. McKinnon read correspondence from the Conservation Commission regarding guidelines and application. Mr. Palmer forwarded his comments stating that a site plan was not required at this time. Board members were informed of the following: existing garage would not change except for an extension on each side containing fencing, a fence to be placed along the side and back of the property with plantings of arborvitaes, existing house would be occupied by owner, kennels would be closed at night. Antonio Macedo, 185 Titicut Road, was present and informed the Board that he has concerns regarding his rental property next to the proposed kennel, and loose/barking dogs. Robert
McMackin informed that the property is business zoned. Mr. Donahue asked Mrs. Snow the intended hours of operation and the hour for which the kennel doors would be closed. Mr. Snow said the intended hours of operation would be 9am-6pm and the kennel doors would be closed at 7pm. Richard McCarthy was present and recommended the proposal be forwarded back to Mr. Palmer for site plans due to the existing garage alterations, additional water and sewerage line being needed and additional lighting. Mr. Donahue asked why the kennel was to be constructed with 10 runs on each side, that the applicants were asking for a license to house up to 50 dogs. Board members were informed that each run could contain up to 3 dogs. Mr. Platt commented on the existing kennel on Carver Street.
Mr. Macedo stated that he is not against the business, but the number of dogs and would probably be in favor of the business if the license request were for a maximum of 20 dogs.
Mr. Platt motioned approval of a kennel license with a maximum of 20 dogs and Mr. Donahue seconded for discussion. Mrs. Snow and attorney requested a brief discussion. Upon the return of the applicant, a request to the Board was made to limit the weight of each dog to 40lbs. instead of the decrease in the number of dogs allowed at the kennel. Mr. Platt withdrew the motion to approve a kennel license with a maximum of 20 dogs. Mr. Platt motioned to deny the applicant a kennel license at 620 Broadway and Mr. Donahue seconded for discussion. Mr. Macedo again commented on his concerns regarding odor and waste disposing from the kennel. Upon completion of discussion, Mr. McKinnon made the vote unanimous.
8:00pm – Public Hearing – Christopher’s – Construction of an outside deck
Attorney for Christopher’s reviewed the construction plan for the outside deck, operating hours and number of seats. Mr. Palmer forwarded correspondence informing that a site plan review was not required at this time. Richard McCarthy was present and stated that the number listed on the occupancy permit out weighs the number of parking spaces for the building but the zoning requirement is based on actual seats. David Hutchinson of Jennings Drive was present and expressed concerns regarding noise from the restaurant, parking on Elm Street and Jennings Drive and stated that he would not be in favor of the proposed addition to Christopher’s. Steve Manchester of 25 Jennings Drive was present and stated that he was opposed of the addition and concurred that the noise at the establishment is a
concern. Dennis Cunningham of 63 Elm Street East was present and stated that his concerns was the noise from the establishment.
All Board members concurred with complaints from neighbors regarding noise and parking. Lucy Nelson expressed her concerns with parking. Mr. Platt motioned to deny the request for construction of an outside deck at Christopher’s, Mr. Donahue seconded for discussion. Attorney for Christopher’s commented on this year’s proposal for an addition versus last year’s and the proposed addition accommodating business during the day. Mr. Donahue questioned the limited number for occupancy and Mr. Platt stated that parking is a concern. Mr. McCarthy was present and commented on the parking by-law. Kathleen Hutchinson was present and commented on her concerns regarding noise. Elaine Whittemore informed that her concerns are the noise from the music and parking.
Manual Soares IV was present and stated that he has visited Christopher’s and the noise and parking has not been seen by him. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to deny the request for an alteration of premises, i.e. the addition of an outside deck at Christopher’s. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
8:37pm – Public Hearing – Peddler’s Loft for an alteration of premises of its alcoholic beverage license by construction of an outside deck.
Matthew Cummings, Manager of Peddler’s Loft, was present and informed the Board that the deck would accommodate patrons for smoking and would be serving beer and wine. Mr. Cummings stated the deck would be 28’ from the face of the building with barriers in front for safety along with a 36” rail.
Chief Pacheco was present and stated that parking was not an issue and there were no previous issues.
Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve the alteration of premises, i.e., the proposed construction of an outside deck subject to the submittal of an affidavit of notice to abutters. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue informed that Mr. Lynch, Special Auditor, has spoken to Department Heads and will have a report ready for the Board within a couple of weeks. Mr. Donahue spoke of a new Veterans Memorial and said that residents have contacted him with interest to serve on the Committee. Mr. McKinnon requested a delegate from the American Legion also serve on the Committee. Board members discussed the naming of the new Town Hall. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to name the new Town Hall – Raynham Veterans Memorial Town Hall. Mr. McKinnon discussed why he did not think it a good idea. Motion was approved on a 2-1 vote with Mr. McKinnon opposed.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. Donahue suggested the Town put into play an evaluation system for employees and Department Heads. Mr. Buckner was requested to inform the Unions of the Board’s intentions. Mr. Donahue informed that he would report to the Board on his suggestion within 2-4 weeks.
Mr. Platt informed all that the next Bristol County Advisory Committee meeting would be on Thursday, July 20, 2006.
Correspondence - The Board received from Watch Tower a thank you regarding an expected exclusion from the Raynham Police Department’s policy of notification for door-to-door solicitations.
Correspondence - The Board received from Verizon/TMLP a request for a new pole EL3 on Robinson Street. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to schedule a Public Hearing on July 25, 2006 at 7pm. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Borden Colony Advisory Committee information regarding the meeting of July 10, 2006. The Committee said that the Reed Brothers and Olsen Greenhouse have committed to an agreement with Apple D’Or to sub-lease some of the farmland. Mr. Donahue would like to review the sub-lease of Borden Colony before approving it.
Correspondence - The Board received a request from Cub Scout Pack 52 for a car wash at Wal-Mart on August 27, 2006. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve pending the approval from the Water District. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for a waiver of fees for signage at 770 Broadway.
Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve the request to waive fees for signage at 770 Broadway. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received a request from Hampton Inn for a 1-day liquor license to host an After Hours Business Party on August 17, 2006. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to schedule a Public Hearing on July 25, 2006 at 7:15pm. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received a request from Mrs. Harold Sawyer of Quequechan Drive to proclaim a Red Cross Day in the Town of Raynham along with a sign to be placed at the Four Corners. The Board requested a date to declare Red Cross Day in Raynham.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for a car wash on July 15, 2006 to benefit Relay for Life. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve the fundraiser pending the approval from the Water District. Board members requested Rev. Tilbe be notified of the intent. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received a resignation from Sue Chadwick, Raynham Police Department Administrative Assistant, effective July 14, 2006. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to accept with regrets. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for transfer of funds for the following: Town Office Machine Expense to transfer $600 to the Town Office General Expense; Cemetery Commission to transfer from account 5250 $2.00 to wage account 5251; Board of Assessors to transfer from account 5030 $0.08 to account 5027. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve the transfers. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received information regarding the Raynham Fire Department and Eastern All Star Celebrity Softball Game at Borden Colony on August 25, 2006.
Mr. McCarthy presented to the Board an affordable housing plan for review.
9:45pm – Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to adjourn for the performance of administrative duties, signing Bills and Warrants with no business to be conducted afterwards.
Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn M. Caradonna
Recording Secretary
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