April 29, 2008 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Selectmen Donald L. McKinnon called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to
order at 7:04pm.
Present were Donald L. McKinnon, Joseph R. Pacheco, and Marie Smith.
Mr. McKinnon informed all that the Board was returning from an Executive Session.
Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to accept the minutes of the April 15, 2008
meeting. The vote made it unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to nominate Mr. Pacheco as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen. The vote was unanimous.
Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to nominate Mr. McKinnon as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Selectmen. The vote was unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to nominate Mrs. Smith as Clerk of the Board of Selectmen. The vote was unanimous.
Mr. Pacheco read a Proclamation proclaiming May 1, to May 7, 2008 as Raynham CAST Week.
Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approve the Proclamation. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Kathleen Roberts, Pat White and Michelle Ennis from RAVE were present to inform all of the activities taking place during the week.
Mr. McCarthy was present and updated the Board on the GIS. Mr. McCarthy requested the Board’s approval on a contract for the GIS Program. Mr. McCarthy stated that an Article previously approved at Town Meeting along with a contribution from the Conservation Commission will pay the cost of the GIS project. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approve the contract for the GIS Program. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Mr. McCarthy informed that a grant was received from the Taunton River Watershed for Open Space Planning and requested the re-organization of the Open Space Planning Committee. Board Members concurred to re-organize the Open Space Planning Committee.
Mr. McCarthy informed that the Raynham Development Revolving Fund had been approved by Town Meeting and now needed to be sent to the Legislature. Mr. McCarthy requested that funds, which were previously in Free Cash, be allocated back to the Economic Development Fund Account. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approve sending in the Home Rule Petition. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Mr. McCarthy requested the Board’s approval to designate an area of land in Raynham Woods as an Economic Opportunity Area. Mr. McCarthy informed that the Depuy Company, which is also a TIF proposal, is interested in Assessors’ Map 15, Lot 176-4C. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to designate Assessors’ Map 15, Lot 176-4C as an Economic Opportunity Area. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Mr. McCarthy informed that in 2004 Schwan Home Food Service proposed a TIF for a project in Paramount Park; unfortunately, Schwan has withdrawn their offer and the proposed land was for sale. Mr. McCarthy informed that the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals has approved the Value Place Hotel on Rt. 138. Mr. McCarthy updated the Board on an Article on the Town Warrant regarding Housing Trust Fund.
Peter King was present and informed the Board that the Anawan Council, Troop 79 would be honoring a young man in the Eagle Court of Honor.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to nominate Mrs. Smith as a liaison from the Board to the Finance Committee through the May Town Meeting. The vote was unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to decline the proposed food waste-composting site located at the landfill. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Mrs. Smith stated that after listening to the Public Hearing two weeks ago, she would not be in favor of the proposed food-waste composting site. Mr. Pacheco said that during the past two weeks, he has researched the project and would be opposed to the food-waste composting site. Mr. Pacheco informed that he has received written comments from both the Conservation Commission and Board of Health. Mr. McKinnon requested that Mr. Stolte be contacted and informed of the vote.
Mr. Buckner requested the Board’s signature on the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to re-schedule the Board of Selectmen Meeting on
May 13, 2008 to 6pm. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approve the OPEIU contract as proposed.
Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon welcomed Mrs. Smith to the Board.
He spoke of the excellent candidates interviewed recently for the Superintendent position.
Mrs. Smith concurred with Mr. McKinnon on the Superintendent candidates and also thanked everyone who voted over the weekend.
Correspondence - The Board received a request to approve the issuing of a Trespassing Order on the Premises of the schools and Town properties. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approved. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Renee Raymond a request to assist in the acquiring of a vending food truck permit. Ms. Raymond, 103 Wilbur Street, was present and informed that she has acquired the necessary permits through the Town to operate a vending food truck which would be located at 1470 Broadway. Ms. Raymond informed that during the process of the permits, a Town By-Law stated that vending food trucks were not allowed in the Town of Raynham. Ms. Raymond was seeking the Board’s assistance and requested a reconsideration of her application. Board Members told her that to amend the By-Law, Ms. Raymond would need to submit a Citizen’s Petition, which would then need to be approved at Town Meeting. Mr. Buckner suggested Attorney Antine review the By-Law for the
correct interpretation of the language. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to forward the By-Law to Attorney Antine for review. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received a notice that Gilly’s Pub on Broadway has applied for a Keno License. Board Members had no objection to the establishment obtaining a Keno License, therefore, no action needed to be taken.
Correspondence – The Board received from Mr. Perry, Board of Health Agent, an order letter resulting from the Earth Source Public Hearing.
Correspondence – The Board received a request for the use of private properties to publicize the upcoming Disney production at the Bridgewater/Raynham Regional High School.
Correspondence – The Board received a request from Supt. Stolte for approval of a contract to perform a household hazardous waste day with Enviro-Safe Corp of Lowell. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approve the contract. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous. The Town’s Household Hazardous Waste Day will be May 17, 2008.
Correspondence – The Board received information from the Taunton River Watershed Study Committee regarding a seminar on April 30, 2008.
Correspondence – The Board received information regarding the Bridgewater/Raynham Regional High School production of Beauty and the Beast on May 8, 9, & 10, 2008.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Governor’s Office a proposal for the lease of available space.
Correspondence – The Board received from the New England General Service Administration Office a request for lease of available space.
Correspondence – The Board received request for Tag Days as follows: Special Olympics of America on June 21, 2008; Sparks All Stars on July 12, & 13, 2008. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to approve the listed Tag Days. Mr. Pacheco made it unanimous.
8:16pm – Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to adjourn for the performance of administrative duties, signing Bills with no business to be conducted afterwards. Mr. Pacheco made
it unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn M. Caradonna
Recording Secretary
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