BOARD OF SELECTMEN September 21, 2010
Chairman Marie Smith called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to order at 7:11pm.
Present was Marie Smith, Donald L. McKinnon and Joseph Pacheco.
Acceptance of the Minutes -- Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept the minutes of the September 14, 2010 meeting as printed. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Mrs. Smith informed all that the Board was returning from an Executive Session regarding the Safety of the Town.
Mrs. Smith opened the hearing on whether to revoke the all alcoholic license of Jo-Kar, Inc. d/b/a Joe T’s Pub at 75 South Street East. Present was Joe Remedis representing Karen Thomas. Ms. Thomas owns the establishment at and is the manager of Joe T’s Pub. Mr. Remedis was present to ask the Board for an extension of time on the determination of the liquor license. Board members informed him that the liquor license has not been used for more than two years. During this time, the Town has not seen any activity in the renovation of the establishment nor a full commitment to the liquor license use. Mr. Pacheco stated that approximately three months ago he said he would vote to revoke the liquor license if there was no progress on either the establishment or the transfer of the
license. Mr. McKinnon commented on how lenient the Board had been by delaying and delaying the process. Mr. Pacheco motioned and Mr. McKinnon seconded to revoke the license for Joe T’s Pub, 75 South Street East. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Residents of Pheasant Lane were present to discuss with the Board a recently constructed structure in their neighborhood. Dennis Bray, 63 Pheasant Lane, informed the Board of the size of the structure and stated that today, a white tarp-like material was put up to cover the steel frame. Mr. Bray asked why the neighbors were not notified of the plans for the structure and asked if the height would be a concern for the Fire Department. Mrs. Smith stated that she would have to refer the height of the structure to the Fire Department and although the structure was not appealing, it was for agriculture. Mr. Bray informed the Board that the owner will be using the indoor facility for riding lessons, which is a business. Mrs. Smith said that she spoke to the different departments in the Town Hall and
the permitting of the structure was done properly. Mr. Bray had concerns with the structure and the possible construction of lights for night use. Mr. Pacheco said the lot was large enough for agricultural use based on state law. Therefore, it was governed by different laws for agricultural use than the regular Town Zoning By-Laws. Mr. Bray said that previously the Conservation Commission had a concern with the structure. Further, the property line no longer had greenery for a barrier between properties. Helen Coffran, 37 Pheasant Lane, asked if plants could be requested between properties to restore the trees that were cut down and to cover the large white structure. Mr. Pacheco informed all that the Board can not order the plantings, but would refer the residents to speak to the Planning Board. Board members referred the residents to either the Planning Board of Building Department.
Present was Marilyn Whalley, Larry Koff of Koff and Associates and Larry Bluestone of the Bluestone Planning Group. Mr. Koff presented the Board with a complete analysis of the North Broadway section of Raynham. The analysis contained both market and fiscal analysis. A slide show outlining the analysis was presented. Board members thanked Mr. Koff and his associates for the outstanding work done on the analysis.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Mr. Pacheco thanked all residents for their vote last week in the primary and reminded all that the next election will be in November.
Mr. McKinnon clarified information regarding the K-8 De-Regionalization/Superintendency Union Study Committee findings along with the article for the November Town Meeting.
Mrs. Smith congratulated and thanked Mr. & Mrs. Ellis for their hard work in Pride Day.
Correspondence – The Board received from Paul Farrell a request to be appointed as Assistant Sealer of Weights and Measures. Mr. Buckner explained that he would like to create the position of Assistant in the absence of the Sealer of Weights and Measures. Mr. Buckner informed all that the position would not be compensated. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve and create the position of Assistant Sealer of Weights and Measures with no pay associated to the position. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Sewer Commission a request to forward correspondence to the Department of Environmental Protection inquiring the status of the recent sewer extension permit for Phase 6. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to forward said correspondence to the Department of Environmental Protection. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received a letter of resignation from William Tripp as Town Moderator and Board of Appeals member. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept Mr. Tripp’s resignation with regret. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from Laura Souza a letter stating her concerns with the newly re-open bridge on Bridge Street. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to refer Mrs. Souza’s letter to both the Police and Highway Departments
Correspondence – The Board received from the Planning Board its recommendation regarding the acceptance of Karen’s Way with conditions. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to schedule a Public Hearing on the acceptance of the layout. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Planning Board its recommendation regarding the acceptance of the layout of the Village at Foxwoods with conditions. The Planning Board included in their acceptance the list of conditions. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to schedule a Public Hearing. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received a request for a Tag Day from Troop 4 Lakeville for October 8, 22, and 29, 2010. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve the Tag Day for Troop 4 Lakeville. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
8:57pm-Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to adjourn for the performance of administrative duties, signing Bills and Warrants with no business to be conducted afterwards. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Caradonna
Recording Secretary
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