December 29, 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.
Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept the minutes of the December 15, 2009 meeting as printed. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon read a letter of interest from Joseph Linhares for the full-time position of Wiring (Electrical) Inspector. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to appoint Mr. Linhares to the position of Electrical Inspector for the Town. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Both Mrs. Smith and Mr. Pacheco attended the last race held at the Taunton/Raynham Dog Track on Saturday evening. Board members talked about the end of greyhound racing in Raynham.
7:15pm-Public Hearing – Surly Johnson Sports Bar & Grill, transfer of All Alcoholic Beverage License at 524 Broadway. Present for Surly Sports Bar & Grill were Mark Barry of Dennis, MA; Scott Harlow of Bridgewater; Mr. Wallis of Raynham; and Mr. Fauria of North Attleboro. Mr. Barry informed the Board that he has been in the service business for over 15 years, currently owns the Sand Dollar Bar & Grill in Dennisport, MA, and will be the hands-on manager for the establishment. Mr. Barry said that the partners would like to run the business as a family/sport oriented bar where they will be serving lunch and dinner. Mr. Barry informed the Board that he has met with the Fire Department to obtain information regarding a sprinkler system for possible entertainment in the future. Mr.
McKinnon stated that the neighborhood is very close to the establishment. Mrs. Smith asked what type of renovations was being done. Mr. Barry informed that they are all cosmetic, such as removing stainless steel appliances and decorating of the inside. Mr. Pacheco asked if the establishment owned by Mr. Barry in Dennisport has had any violations in the past. Mr. Barry stated that over the years there have been a couple of complaints regarding noise. The establishment in Dennisport is also very close to many residents. He said that there had never been any liquor violation at the San Dollar Bar & Grill. Mrs. Smith asked if the remaining partners had any experience in the restaurant business. Mr. Wallis informed that he had worked in a restaurant environment previously; remaining partners will be silent partners. Mr. & Mrs. McDonald of 508 Broadway were present. Mr. McDonald said that he was not opposed or in favor of the
business but have seen a couple of other businesses come and go at the same location; his only concern was the closeness of his property to the establishment. Mr. McDonald suggested to the new owners that a bordering fence be erected to help alleviate some of the noise. Mr. Harlow said that he does not know the history of the previous owners, but that a majority of the partners live in or near the Town and all have family ties within. Mr. Harlow said that they do not want the wrong individuals in the establishment and would like to work with the neighbors.
Mr. Buckner informed that the application for the transfer of the license is all in order. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve the transfer of the All Alcoholic License at 524 Broadway to SMC Group LLC d/b/a/ Surly Johnson Sports Bar & Grill. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Dr. Pacy, Chairman of the B-R School Committee, a request to schedule a meeting to discuss possible amendments to the Agreement between the Town of Bridgewater and Raynham re: the Bridgewater/Raynham Regional School District.
Correspondence – The Board received from Chief Pacheco a letter of thanks to all those who helped out with the “Secret Santa” program, especially, Joe DeCoste, Jeff & Casey Finch, Fill Donnelly and his entire family, Officer Pacheco, Greg Czahar, Ann DiTullio, Kevin Nunes, Brian Peters, Rachel Gaffney and Kelley Silvia from the Bristol DA’s Office.
Correspondence – The Board forwarded a letter from Bob Davis of the Bristol County Mosquito Control to Mr. Alan Perry, Health Agent regarding the support needed for the use of federally approved pesticides to control mosquito populations.
Correspondence – The Board received a Patriot Ledger newspaper article from Atty. Bill August about Verizon’s FIOS business. The headlines read “Verizon cutbacks on its TV expansion to focus on building out services in cities/towns it already serves.”
Correspondence – The Board received from Bay State Gas information regarding their Partners in Energy Program designed to help customers reduce natural gas usage and save money.
Correspondence – The Board received from Mr. Gorden of the Cemetery Commission information regarding the Massachusetts General Laws for cemetery plots. Mr. McKinnon informed that he spoke to the Cemetery Commission who informed him that the transfer/sale of plots should be the same as the purchase price when initially purchased by a resident. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to endorse the Cemetery Commission ruling of the Massachusetts General Laws for the transfer/sale of plots. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Robert Nunes, Department of Revenue information regarding a request submitted for a waiver to Raynham’s local contribution as prescribed by the Education Reform Act. The Dept. of Revenue granted a waiver in the amount of $38,517 to Raynham, which will reduce Raynham’s FY10 minimum contribution for its three regional school districts to $10,875,007. Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept the amount towards the FY2011 budget. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to draft a letter to be forwarded to the Department of Revenue requesting them to analyze prior years for shortfall created by the loss of local share of racing taxes. Mr. McKinnon made it unanimous.
Mr. McKinnon asked to activate the Study Committee to analyze the options for Raynham’s grades K-8. A meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2010 at 6 pm. Committee members consist of Mr. McKinnon, Mr. Buckner, Mr. Stanley, Mr. Ross, Mr. Wheeler and Mr. Loftus.
Mr. McKinnon informed all that he recently attended the dedication of the new Peter L. Flynn Correction Facility in Plymouth.
8:12pm – Mrs. Smith motioned and Mr. Pacheco 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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