September 26, 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 September 19, 2006
Meeting as printed. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Chief Andrews was present and informed all that on October 10, 2006 at 6pm in the Town Hall Building there will be an appreciation/dedication ceremony recognizing all who have contributed to the Raynham Fire Department Ladder Truck. Chief Andrews also said that Fire Prevention Week is October 8, 2006 through October 14, 2006 and on Sunday October 15, 2006 there will be a sponsored event by Papa Gino’s.
Pat Riley was present and informed all of RAVE’s Annual Golf Tournament on October 9, 2006. Ms. Riley stated that the officers of RAVE have submitted, as of this date, a Citizen’s Petition for an Article to be placed on the Fall Town Warrant regarding the position of a part-time paid Raynham Volunteer Coordinator. Ms. Riley informed all of her involvement on two different Committees and stated that she has contacted the State Ethics Commission regarding the possibility of Conflict of Interest. The attorney did not believe she had a conflict of interest but she has requested an opinion in writing.
Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to rescind the vote of September 19, 2006 where
Mr. Platt had motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to place on the warrant an article for a part-time paid Raynham Volunteer Coordinator in the amount of $7,605 for the balance of the school year 06/07. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue said that he had contacted Attorney Antine regarding his possible Conflict of Interest.
Mr. Donahue read correspondence from and to Attorney Antine regarding the matter. Attorney Antine ruling in the matter was that there would be no Conflict of Interest and Mr. Donahue filed a form 23b today with the Town Clerk.
Mr. Platt informed that he contacted an Attorney and obtained a copy of the General Law 268a
regarding Conflict of Interests.
7:28pm – Public Hearing –To consider changing 2:00am closing for Section 12 of the Alcoholic Beverage Licenses during the month of December to 1:00am. Correspondence was read by
Mr. McKinnon from Mr. & Mrs. Rollins, owners of Stoneforge, stating that the Board had the full support of the establishment in the changing of hours. Chief Pacheco was present and stated he would be in favor of the 1:00am closing and recommended the Board approve the change. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve a 1:00am close time year round for Section 12 Alcoholic Beverage Licenses. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Rod Palmer was present and informed the Board that he met with the owners of A–l Concrete Cutting Co. located on Pine Street regarding concerns of noise from residents. Mr. Palmer stated that A-l Concrete have been receptive to the concerns and were working to alleviate the noise. Mr. Palmer also stated that he visited and telephoned residents and has been informed that the previous concerns have lessened and they are pleased with the outcome.
Mr. Palmer informed the Board that the two properties on Rt. 138 are in the process for demolition.
He informed the Board that a committee including a land surveyor or designee so appointed by the Board must serve to deem the properties unfit. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to appoint Mr. Buckner as its designee on the Committee. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. McCarthy was present and informed the Board that the Southeastern Massachusetts Commuter Rail Task Force Committee required an appointment from the Town. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to appoint Mr. McCarthy to the Southeastern Massachusetts Commuter Rail Task Force Committee. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. McCarthy informed the Board that the next meeting for the Commuter Rail Task Force Committee is on October 18, 2006 and that the Committee would like feedback of the Town on the siting of a station. Board members took under advisement alternate sites.
Mr. Platt said that the Attorney General had informed the Town that Article 48 on the May 15, 2006 Town Warrant regarding solid waste had been disapproved.
Mr. Donahue requested an additional week to review the Special Audit Report. Board members concurred.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. Donahue informed all that the Board of Health/Trash Transfer Station hearing has been assigned a court and is awaiting to be assigned a judge, which should be within the next 6-8 weeks.
Mr. Donahue said that the IMA agreement with Taunton has been finalized and requested scheduling of a tentative signing of the agreement next Tuesday at 6:30pm.
Mr. McKinnon said that the Veterans Memorial Committee is waiting on feedback from Mr. Stolte regarding possible locations of a site. Board members spoke of the small piece of land on Borden Colony for a considered site.
Mr. Donahue requested that Mr. Buckner investigate the possibility of using the land at Borden Colony for the possible future site of a Veterans’ Memorial.
Mr. Platt spoke of the recently planted trees by Mr. Glavin and the outstanding job done.
Correspondence – The Board received from Mr. Perry results of testing done on the residue at Regan Circle. The test results confirmed that the substance contained fertilizer.
Correspondence - The Board received from Mr. and Mrs.Burns concerns regarding a foul odor around their home. Board members stated that Mr. Perry is aware of the concerns and that there would be a meeting on October 10, 2006 regarding concerns from Earth Source.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for acceptance of Fair Lane as a Town way. Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to forward it to the Planning Board for a recommendation. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for acceptance of Finch Farm roads as Town ways.
Mr. Donahue motioned and Mr. Platt seconded to forward it to the Planning Board for a recommendation. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence - The Board received from Comcast change in contact information.
Correspondence- The Board received from American Red Cross information regarding its new donor center located in Raynham at 275 Rt. 44.
Correspondence - The Board received a request from Mr. Libby for information as to where contribution could be forwarded for the future Veterans’ Memorial in Raynham.
Correspondence - The Board received from residences on Gatsby Drive a request for a sewer extension due to septic failures. Board members requested the information be forwarded to the Sewer Commissioners.
Correspondence - The Board received an invitation from the Bristol County Agricultural High School to their Annual Fall Preview on October 19, 2006.
Correspondence - The Board received a request for a tag day from the Taunton Youth Football Cheerleaders for October 26 & 27, 2006. Mr. Platt motioned and Mr. Donahue seconded to approve the request. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
8:33pm – 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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