JULY 24, 2007 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Chairman John Donahue called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to order at 7:02pm.
Present were John Donahue, Donald McKinnon and Joseph Pacheco.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept the minutes of the July 10, 2007 meeting as printed. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue informed all that the Board was returning from an Executive Session regarding litigation.
Chief Pacheco, Pat Riley, Mrs. Newton, and Mrs. Roberts presented the Board with a plaque dedicated
to the Town Hall. Chief Pacheco said he is in search of anyone who may be able to mount the plaque on the rear of the building. Pat Riley said that photos are being accepted that would represent the Sullivan School’s past (ie: activities, dances, different functions, etc.)
Mr. Newfield was present and informed all that he attended, on behalf of the Board, the Greenbush Tour. He stated that he would supply the Board with copies of the Q & A sheets distributed during the tour. Mr. Newfield commented on concerns with mitigation for citizens along the proposed route. The Board thanked Mr. Newfield for the information.
Mr. Donahue read correspondence from Mr. Newfield regarding his interest in the vacant position on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to forward the correspondence to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Robert McCabe was present and said that Raynham Babe Ruth 10 and Under Softball Girls Team had recently won the State Championship Tournament which allowed them to compete in the Regional Championship Tournament in NH. Mr. McCabe proudly informed the Board that the girls won the 10 and Under Regional Championship in NH. Coach Doyle was present along with the girls from the team. The girls presented Golden Glove Awards to their Coaches. Board Members congratulated the team on their accomplishments.
Correspondence from Marie Smith, Finance Committee, recommended the appointment of Jim Ross and Richard Bentley to the vacant positions on the Finance Committee. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to appoint Jim Ross and Richard Bentley to the Finance Committee. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. McKinnon reminded all of the Special Town Meeting on July 30th and encouraged all to attend.
Mr. McKinnon spoke of the effects on the surrounding communities of the proposed casino in Middleboro.
Mr. Pacheco informed all that he spoke to two individuals in Connecticut and discussed with them the impact that the casinos have had. Mr. Pacheco obtained the following information: number of traffic violations in the year 2005 and 2006; the number of employees traveling in and out of the casino; the lack of economic gain; gasoline prices in the casino area are 10-12 cents higher; area restaurants are hindered by the casino restaurants; more citations processed through the courts; an increase in stolen cars at the casino and surrounding communities; bankruptcy for area businesses; and area view changes. Discussion followed.
Mr. Donahue also urged all to attend the Special Town Meeting on July 30, 2007.
He stated that even thought there was a recent EEE mosquito detected in Raynham the mosquito counts are lower than last year.
He thanked Mr. Pacheco for the information he was able to obtain from Connecticut and for attending the meeting tomorrow night.
Correspondence – The Board received from Mr. Perry a copy of Electrochem’s policies for public health. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept the letter and to have Mr. Perry follow-up with the business. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received notification of Norman Marotte’s retirement from the Raynham Fire Department effective July 5, 2007 after 30 years of service to the Town. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to forward correspondence to Mr. Marotte thanking him for his many years of service and dedication to the Town. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from ASCAP information regarding a License Agreement.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to table the discussion for two weeks. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Barbara Gallagher a letter of recognition of a job well done by Brian Glavin, Cemetery Superintendent.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Lakeville Board of Selectmen information regarding a meeting on July 25, 2007 regarding the proposed casino.
Correspondence – The Board received information from the MMA regarding House Bill 2531.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to forward correspondence to Senator Pacheco and Representative Flynn stating the Board’s opposition to House Bill 2531. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Mary Tufts a letter stating that she had attended all the meetings regarding the proposed casino in Middleboro and offered to meet with the Board. The Board unanimous concurred to forward correspondence to Ms. Tufts thanking her for the information.
Correspondence - The Board received from the Commonwealth of MA Capital Asset Management a request for lease space availability.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Middleboro Board of Selectmen a letter regarding the proposed Wampanoag casino and mitigation concerns re: the impact on surrounding communities.
Correspondence – The Board received information regarding MA Paper Campaign. The Board unanimously concurred to table the discussion for two weeks.
Mr. Donahue informed all that a memorial fundraising car wash will be held on June 28, 2007 at St. Ann’s Church Parking Lot in memory of Matt Cream along with a pasta dinner on August 11, 2007 at St. Ann’s Church Hall. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve the car wash pending the approval from the Water District. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received requests for Tag Days as follows: Taunton High School, Class of 2010, car wash on August 4, 2007; Malin Academy, candy sale for December 15, 2007. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve the Tag Days pending approval from the Water District. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
8:37pm – Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to adjourn for the performance of administrative duties, signing Bills and Warrants, Executive Session re: Negotiations, with no business
to be conducted afterwards. Mr. Donahue made it unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn M. Caradonna
Recording Secretary
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