December 15, 2009 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Chairmen Donald McKinnon called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to order at 7:02pm.
Present were Donald L. McKinnon, Marie Smith, and Joseph Pacheco.
Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to accept the minutes of the December 8, 2009 meeting as printed. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
At the last meeting, the Board of Assessors presented to the Selectmen information regarding figures for the New Year along a recommended Tax Shift. Mr. McKinnon asked for discussion and a vote on a tax shift for the FY 2010. Mr. Pacheco said that he would motion for the Tax Shift to remain the same at 126%. Mr. Pacheco said that it is the fairest formula for businesses and most equitable way to address all. Mrs. Smith seconded the motioned. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Present were members of the Park and Recreation Commission along with Mr. Stolte from the Highway Department to discuss the concerns of a resident about the soccer fields. Mr. Stolte informed that signs for the handicapped parking areas could be installed quickly although painting of lines could not be done due to the gravel lot. Mr. McKinnon questioned the number of parking spaces per field. Mr. Stolte informed that it could be two to three spaces per field. Mr. Pacheco suggested that Chief Pacheco be informed of the spaces and enforce the correct use of them. Mr. Stolte discussed the issue with drainage on one field and the location of underground piping for drainage. Mr. Bettencourt was present and spoke of engineering plans available through the US Army Corp of Engineers describing
the location of the underground piping. Mr. McKinnon asked why the Mary Lou Arruda Field was not being used. Ms. Francis said that the Mary Lou Arruda Field was under repair during this past fall and that Park and Rec will be alternating closure of fields for repair.
Mr. Stolte informed the Board that Thrasher Street road re-construction would be submitted tomorrow to Conservation for possible approval. Mr. Stolte informed that he discussed the use of guardrails with Chief Pacheco and that the Chief has agreed to their use, as long as the guardrails are three feet back from the pavement. Access for the Fire Department at the bottom of the hill has been included on the plans along with a fence four feet high that will extend up to the woods. The actual footage of the road to be moved will be 25 feet not 45 feet as stated at the last meeting. Mrs. Smith had concerns with individuals sledding down the hill and ending up on the road if there is only a guardrail at the end. Mr. Stolte said that the grade at the end of the hill would not allow individuals to
continue into the road. On another matter, he said that the construction on Hill Street should be completed by the end of next week.
Mr. McKinnon complimented the Board of Assessors on their outstanding report given last week on the Tax Classification.
Mr. Bettencourt was present and discussed with the Board the need of repair at the old Town Hall/Police and Fire Station. Mr. Bettencourt informed them that the roof is in need of repair and should be fully inspected shortly. He also said that the bricks on the front of the building were spalding. Quotes to repair the front wall have been requested through local contractors. Mr. Bettencourt recommended an account to be set-up where as the funds could be withdrawn for repair of Town Buildings and where as any unused money could be re-deposited. Board members discussed a possible article to be placed on the Annual Town Meeting.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to appoint Mr. Buckner as liaison for the State Ethics Training Board. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Board Members wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Mr. McKinnon discussed the Special Meeting held in Bridgewater to discuss the Education Reform Bill. Mr. McKinnon suggested forwarding correspondence to Representative Flynn, Department of Education and the Department of Revenue regarding possible legislation to modify the Education Reform Formula.
Correspondence – The Board received the November Fire Department Activity Report.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Alcohol and Beverage Control Commission an advisory of the definition of malt and wine beverages.
Correspondence – The Board received information regarding a management change for the American Legion, namely David Tanguay as the new Manager. Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to accept the change in manager for the American Legion to David Tanguay. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Pepper Dinner Inc., d/b/a Chili’s a change in management to Gordon Silvia. Mr. Buckner said that the Town had previously received the change and it would be forwarded to the ABCC. Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mrs. Smith seconded to forward the information to the ABCC. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
8:22pm – Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mrs. Smith 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
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