September 5, 2006 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Chairman Donald L. McKinnon called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to
order at 7:03pm.
Present were Donald L. McKinnon, Raymond W. Platt, and John Donahue.
Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to accept the minutes of the August 22, 2006 meeting as printed. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon informed all that the Board was returning from an Executive Session regarding Collective Bargaining.
Chief Pacheco was present and informed all that there were four police officers off duty due to injuries. He also informed the Board that the Chief of Police Association has offered the Department participation in a Video Forensic Grant where as the Town would receive $60,000 for additional video equipment and training. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to accept the grant.
Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. Lewis, Mr. Luciano, and Mr. Gillis from the Bridgewater/Raynham Regional School Committee and Mr. McIntyre, Superintendent were present to discuss with the Board a possible $1,965,000 spending plan for the new High School. Mr. Luciano spoke of the success of opening day, possible speeding limits near the new B/R High School, regional school transportation, hiring of a librarian and teachers for the Middle Schools, and the number of graduating eighth graders who were remaining in the school district. Mr. Luciano and Mr. Lewis informed the Board that the Committee would be presenting, after their September 13th meeting, a request for approval from the Town Meeting to spend an additional $1,965,000. Mr. McIntyre presented a drawing of the new High School pointing out where some of the
requested funds would be used to develop undeveloped areas on the grounds.
Kevin Ellis, Cable Commission, was present and recommended the Board appoint Jerry Gibbs of Mark Drive, Raynham to the Cable TV Advisory Board. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to appoint Jerry Gibbs to the vacant position on the Cable Commission. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous. Mr. Ellis also suggested a joint meeting with the Board to discuss future cable options. Board members concurred. Mr. Ellis also reminded all that Raynham Community Pride Day will be on September 17, 2006.
Mr. Bettencourt was present and informed the Board of the progress on the new Town Hall.
He also informed the Board that he had reviewed plans for the development of the Police and Fire Department and suggested Gilmore Hall be brought up to code.
Residents of Pine Street were present to discuss with Board members the outstanding noise from A-1 Concrete and Construction. Janet Butler of 130 Pine Street was present and informed the Board that the start of operations for the company is 4:15am with loud noise and dumpsters being removed.
Mr. Mazzoloni of 155 Pine Street was present and stated that the company is operating all hours of the night with use of radios as early as 3am and a recently obtained large piece of machinery which is being used to cut up concrete. Mr. Butler also was present and stated that the large holes in the company’s driveway only allow for a greater noise from their trucks exiting. Art Schalin concurred with his neighbors on the noise. Mr. Donahue recommended referring the situation to Mr. Palmer.
James Dupont was present to suggest a change in the number of members on the Board of Selectmen.
Mr. Dupont suggested a discussion of a five member Board of Selectmen. Mr. McKinnon recommended the possible Article be placed at the Annual Town Meeting in the spring rather than at the Special Town Meeting in November.
Mr. McKinnon recommended a kick-off meeting next week of members on the proposed memorial area for veterans.
Mr. Platt informed all that Classic Chrysler has donated an additional $650 to the Raynham Fire Department Ladder Truck Fund.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to open the Town Warrant for the Special Town Meeting. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to schedule a meeting with Park & Rec to discuss their submittal of a five-year plan. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous. Mr. Buckner was requested to contact Park & Rec to schedule a meeting.
Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to schedule a Public Hearing on September 26, 2006 at 7:15pm regarding closing hours of licensed alcoholic beverage establishments in the Town of Raynham during the month of December. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue reminded all that the opening day for Soccer would be Saturday, September 9, 2006.
Mr. Donahue requested Mr. Buckner contract Mr. Cabral, Sewer Commission, regarding odor from the pumping station near the Rozenas field. He informed all that a bone marrow drive would be held at the Marriott Courtyard on September 16 between 8-6pm.
Correspondence - The Board received from William Rounds information pertaining to the sale of property at 513 Church Street.
Correspondence - The Board received updated information regarding the Town’s percentage of affordable housing pursuant to Chapter 40B.
Correspondence - The Board received information from the North Raynham Water District regarding charges for fire hydrants for FY07-08
Correspondence - The Board received from the MA Executive Office of Finance a request for the lease of available space.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Fire Department information regarding Raynham’s Fire Department Annual Fishing Derby on September 30, 2006.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for a kennel license at 620 Broadway. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to schedule a Public Haring on September 12, 2006 at 7:00pm.
Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received from TMLP/Verizon a request for pole relocation on Pleasant Street. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to schedule a Public Hearing on September 12, 2006 at 7:05pm. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Bridgewater Saving Bank a request to host a networking function through the Cranberry Chamber of Commerce on October 3, 2006 from 5-8 PM with a request for a one-day wine & beer license. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to approve the one-day wine and beer license for October 3, 2006. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for a Tag Day from Boy Scout Troop 20 of Middleboro to sell popcorn on October 8, 2006. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to approve the request. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
8:50pm – Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue 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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