BOARD OF SELECTMEN January 25, 2011
Chairman Marie Smith called the regular meeting of the Raynham Board of Selectmen to order at 7:04pm.
Present were 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 January 18, 2011 meeting as printed. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
John Donahue was present and requested the Board’s approval for the 21st Annual Knights of Columbus
Charity Road Race. Mr. Donahue informed the Board that the event is scheduled for Sunday, March 13, 2011 beginning at 10am. The road race course will remain the same as in the years past and he did realize that the event will be pending the approval from the Police Department. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve the 21st Annual Knights of Columbus Charity Road Race on Sunday, March 13, 2011. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue requested the Board’s approval on the Raynham Youth Baseball/Softball Association Opening Day Parade. Mr. Donahue informed the Board that the event was scheduled for May 1, 2011 and this year will begin at the Middle School. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve Raynham Youth Baseball/Softball Association Opening Day Parade on May 1, 2011. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Mr. Donahue informed the Board that during the past few months, the Raynham Youth Baseball/Softball Association has funded the upgrade on two fields at the complex and complimented the assistance from the Highway Department and Park & Rec.
Mr. Giurleo, 200 Wilbur Street, was present to discuss with the Board his concerns with the Board of Assessors regarding the property appraisal for his home over the past few years. Mr. Giurleo informed the Board that he had received some abatements in the past but was currently appealing the assessment for 2010. Mr. Giurleo requested the Board’s assistance in possibly investigating the practices of the Board of Assessors. Board members informed Mr. Giurleo that the Board of Assessors is under strict rules and regulations from the State and that the Board does not have legal standings to investigate.
Mr. Buckner’s Town Administrator’s Report was reviewed.
Correspondence – The Board received from Nancy Droukas, Performance Plus, an application and fee for a Kennel License. Mr. McKinnon informed all that the location on Commercial Street for the business was still being reviewed by different Boards and he thought that discussion on the kennel ought to be tabled until such time that the lot is proven to be buildable. Mr. Pacheco moved to table the discussion on the Kennel License for Performance Plus until a later date. Mrs. Smith seconded the motion. The vote was 2-0 with Mr. McKinnon abstaining.
Mr. Buckner informed the Board that two applications have been received regarding the Wine & Malt Beverage License. Mr. McKinnon referenced the application denials previously made by the Board for the available Wine & Malt Beverage License and questioned the time frame necessary for an appeal process from the ABCC. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to cancel any Public Hearings for the available Wine & Malt Beverage License pending clarification from the ABCC and Attorney Antine. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Mr. Pacheco informed all that Old Navy is moving out of the Taunton Silver City Galleria and asked for a request to be sent to the Town Planner to forward information to Old Navy on possible sites available in the Town of Raynham.
Correspondence – The Board received from C. Perry Construction a request for a refund of permit fees for the construction of a new garage at 1618 Broadway. The existing foundation was to be the new site of a garage, although when the existing garage was taken down, the foundation was found not structural. The Building Department recommends a refund of $50. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to refund $50 to C. Perry Construction. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from John McGarry, Sewer Commissioner, a letter of resignation effective immediately. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to accept with regret. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous. Board members wished Mr. McGarry well in his retirement and thanked him for the many years of service.
Mr. McKinnon informed any resident interested in the vacancy on the Sewer Commission that they should take out papers now for the April Town election.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Housing Authority a request to acknowledge Stephanie Tokarz on her 100th Birthday--February 27, 2011. A celebration in Ms. Tokarz honor is scheduled for February 1, 2011 at 12noon.
Correspondence – The Board received from the Town Clerk’s Office information regarding a request for appointment as Warden and Assistant Warden of Precinct 3 from Paul and Cheryl Bowen. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to forward the letter to the Town Clerk’s Office requesting their recommendation. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
Correspondence – The Board received from the American Red Cross information regarding a Blood Drive on January 30, 2011 at the Bridgewater/Raynham High School.
Correspondence – The Board received the following requests for Tag Days: Boy Scout Cub Pack 43 for
September 24 & 25 and November 11 & 12, 2011; Friends of Berkley COA for May 13, 14, 15 and June 10, 11, 12, 2011. Mr. McKinnon motioned and Mr. Pacheco seconded to approve the above listed Tag Days. Mrs. Smith made it unanimous.
7:48pm-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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