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Board of Selectmen, April 24, 2007 MINUTES OF MEETING BOARD OF SELECTMEN APRIL 24, 2007 Present: Shawn Harris, Chairman; John F. Danehey, Richard W. Murray, Joseph P. Norton, Paul T. Reidy Richard H. Agnew, Town Administrator Press: Patriot Ledger 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. 2. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA/ WALK-IN PERIOD Mr. Harris stated that Agenda item # 9 “Herring Brook Meadow” would not be heard this evening. Walk-Ins – Mr. Edward McCann, 29 Hilltop Road, would like the Town to “think outside the box” in regard to having a new Senior Center built. Mr. McCann stated that he had previously served on the Council on Aging and has been serving on the Scituate Housing Authority for the past two years. He noted that the Housing Authority is Federally funded. He believes that the Town may be able to get Federal funds from Housing & Urban Development (HUD) to build a senior center at the Central School site. He also believes the State may want to participate in such a plan. “The Town’s contribution of the land on which to build the Center would be the ‘sweetner’.” Mr. McCann will propose this very idea to the Housing Authority tomorrow evening. He distributed an information sheet to the Board. Mr. McCann believes the only way to solve a problem that many towns are having is to be “totally creative and regionalize”. Mr. Reidy asked Mr. McCann if he was aware of any HUD grants for senior centers in other cities and towns? Mr. McCann answered “no, but they do give a subsidy to the Housing Authority each year for Central School. Mr. Reidy reminded that the Town did apply to the State for grants and Scituate’s demographics did not meet the criteria. He believes the Town did “look outside the box”. Mr. Danehey asked if Mr. McCann had ever seen all the elements (intergovernmental) work together in this manner to get a senior center built? Mr. McCann stated that in 1976 the Town received a Federal grant, with State oversight, to build the Library. 3. 7:05 PM/ POLE PETITION HEARINGS/ #2007-47 & #2007-48/ Ms. Aileen Darois, Massachusetts Electric/National Grid representative, was present at tonight’s meeting. Three utility poles on Cornet Stetson need to be relocated to accommodate the layout of the new roundabout. Mr. Reidy expressed concern over moving these poles at this time when the Town does not even have the final design for the roundabout. Mr. Bangert, Ombudsman, stated that the poles need to be moved back to begin construction in this area. Mr. Murray asked if National Grid would be coordinating this effort with the MBTA? Ms. Darois answered “yes”. Mr. Danehey asked how the neighbors would be notified? Ms. Darois stated that they would be notified by mail. Mr. Reidy made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to GRANT Pole Petition #2007-47 to relocate Pole 456, Pole 457 and Pole 458 in support of a new roundabout at the intersection of Route 3A and Route 123. New Pole 457S is a necessary stub pole to guy Mr. Murray made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to GRANT Pole Petition #2007-48 to relocate Pole 1 New Driftway in support of a new roundabout. A push brace is also required to guy the pole in the new road configuration. This pole petition must be in accordance with all conditions set by the Department of Public Works. SECONDED by Mr. Danehey. No discussion. Unanimous vote. (4-0) Mr. Norton was not present for the vote. 4. VOTE ONE-DAY WINE & MALT BEVERAGES LICENSE/ St. Mary’s Parish Center Mr. Danehey and Mr. Reidy stated that both are parishioners at St. Mary of the Nativity Church. Mr. Reidy made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to GRANT a One-Day Wine & Malt Beverages License to St. Mary’s Church Parish Center (Nancy DeCoste) for a dance to take place on Saturday, April 28, 2007 from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM at St. Mary’s 5. DISCUSSION/ STATE HEALTH CARE/ J. Lepardo/ Treasurer/Collector Mr. Reidy thanked Ms. Lepardo for attending the State conference on State Health Care on the Town’s behalf. Ms. Lepardo distributed a “hand out” listing a number of different points that were covered at the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) hearing on March 21, 2007. If the Governor’s proposed “Municipal Partnership Act” bill passes, it will give municipalities the option to participate in the State GIC pool. Ms. Lepardo went on to explain the GIC’s role in this process. The GIC is a “quasi-independent State agency governed by an eleven member Commission appointed by the Governor. Commission members encompass a range of interests and expertise including labor and retirees, the public interest, the administration and health economics. The GIC’s FY2007 appropriation is $1,066.6 billion. Over 286,000 people are enrolled in GIC plans. The mission of the GIC is to deliver high quality care at a reasonable cost”. Ms. Lepardo noted the following points: establishment of a “employee committee”, which would represent labor groups for coalition bargaining including retiree representation, passing of bill for FY 2009 effective date, GIC rates appear to be competitive with Plymouth County group rates, GIC could choose to add a 1% surcharge, GIC had difficulty absorbing the City of Springfield into their program, size of GIC offers greater negotiating power, at present – there is no Blue Cross/ Blue Shield participation in the GIC (Blue Cross has not even bid), the State Fire Union will not support the GIC bill the way it is currently written (they want their employees to be protected by additional language), three year commitment to GIC and if a city or town “opts out” of GIC – cannot return for three years, cancer and other life threatening illness cases can impact small insurance group rates versus the sizeable GIC membership rates. Ms. Lepardo stated that every city and town will have to compare whether this is advantageous for them. Discussion continued on an actual realized savings for the Town. Mr. Danehey asked if the bid process by health care providers is done on an annual basis? Ms. Lepardo believes so. Mr. Reidy thanked Ms. Lepardo for her presentation. The Governor stated that he would work hard to push this bill through when he spoke at the January Massachusetts Municipal Association meeting. “Scituate’s budget buster has been health care and pensions.” It appears that this idea still has a lot of hurdles to overcome. The Massachusetts teachers’ union and the fire union are two of the largest hurdles. Ms. Lepardo agreed and further stated that it will be difficult to get support from the Labor groups. She further stated that she feels it is much too early for Scituate to make a decision. She would not like to see Scituate be the “guinea pig” on this. She also stated that the GIC plan would be difficult administratively. She will continue to monitor the process, but she does not have a definitive answer on it at this time. Mr. Murray asked if she would continue to be the “point person” on this matter? Ms. Lepardo answered “yes”. Mr. Murray asked what type of percentage savings could the Town realize by going with this GIC plan? Mr. Reidy stated that the percentage would be impossible to figure at this time. Larger municipalities might realize bigger savings. Mr. Agnew stated that cities and towns that currently pay a higher percentage of their employees’ health plans will realize the greatest savings, but their employees will really receive a “hit”. Scituate’s employee contribution is about as high as a town can go in the State. It will be a greater advantage to the Town of Scituate than to the Town of Plymouth, for example. Plymouth currently pays 90% of their employees’ health insurance costs. Mr. Norton entered the meeting at 7:15 PM. 6. DISCUSSION/ VOTE/ CLASS II LICENSE Mr. Arthur Masciarelli, 488 Clapp Road, and his attorney, Mr. Louis Cassis, were present at tonight’s meeting. Mr. Cassis stated that Mr. Masciarelli has been in the car business for over thirty years. He worked at Majestic Auto on Route 3A in Cohasset for many years and is now retired. He has worked with many auto dealers all over New England. He is interested in using a Class II license to buy and sell vehicles over the Internet on a part-time basis from his home. With his Internet skills, he can put two dealers together in order to find a certain car. No cars will ever be stored on the premises. He will meet the necessary State requirements by maintaining access to Brown’s Auto Sales’ repair shop in Route 3A in Cohasset. Mr. Masciarelli needs a Class II license in order to attend the auto auction. Mr. Reidy noted that the Board recently received an opinion from Town Counsel that perhaps they should not grant this license due to the Internet aspect. Mr. Reidy noted that the Board has granted many of these licenses in the past and he does not see a problem with this one. Mr. Norton concurred and noted that in the many years he has sat on the Board and granted this type of license, there has never been a problem. He plans to support this application. Mr. Murray asked if this type of license carries any tax implications? Mr. Cassis stated that Mr. Masciarelli would have to pay income taxes. Mr. Harris has attended some of the car auctions and stated that it is very interesting experience. Mr. Danehey asked where the other licensees in Town are located? Mr. Norton stated that the other holders of Class II licenses are located all over Town – no cars are stored on the premises at any of the locations. Mr. Danehey noted the “lemon law” and the fact that this license would be considered an “accessory use” to the home and would thus be alright from a zoning standpoint.
7. DISCUSSION/ VOTE/ Green Connection/ T. Lopes Mr. Tim Lopes, owner of the Green Connection, was present at tonight’s meeting. Mr. Lopes stated that for the past three years, the Green Connection has taken the Town’s green waste from the Transfer Station site. The Town pays the Green Connection $10,000 for this service. Mr. Lopes is interested in expanding this service for the benefit of the Town and his company. He has a plan in mind that would generate revenues for the Town, create additional space at the Transfer Station and ease traffic on Stockbridge Road where the Green Connection is currently located. Mr. Lopes suggests that the Green Connection move to a four-acre site near the Wastewater Treatment Plant on the Driftway. This location is the same area FedCorp currently uses as a staging area for the sewer expansion project. Mr. Reidy stated that this appears to be the same spot where the Town plans to erect a wind turbine. Mr. Lopes believes there will be enough room at this site for his business and the wind turbine. Discussion continued on a buried electrical line going from the wind turbine to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, the height of the green waste pile (Mr. Lopes stated that the pile would be no more than thirty feet), and the exact placement of the pile. Mr. Lopes continued by stating that he hopes his operation could be moved over to the new site when FedCorp leaves in January 2008. He listed the following advantages to this proposal: residents could drop green waste at this location rather than the Transfer Station, his business is generally open to the public seven days a week (the Transfer Station is open five days a week), the Town would no longer pay the Green Connection $10,000 a year, the Town would no longer pay employees to truck the green waste over to the Green Connection site and the Highway Barn location has recently lost space due to the train – the area to be gained at the Transfer Station by moving the green waste out could be used for their “salt barn”. Mr. Lopes estimates that this could generate either a savings or revenues for the Town in the amount of $26,500 per year. Mr. Harris asked if Mr. Lopes would continue to accept green waste from landscapers? Mr. Lopes answered “yes”. Mr. Norton noted that Stockbridge Road residents would be happy if the Green Connection moved out – he is not so certain about “the welcome” from Driftway residents. Mr. Murray asked about the type of complaint and the volume of complaints from Stockbridge Road residents? Mr. Lopes stated that he had not personally received any complaints. He noted that currently, four to five homes exist approximately twenty feet from his green waste piles, which can be very dusty. Mr. Norton stated that the new location on the Driftway is not close to many houses. Mr. Reidy believes the savings to the Town might even be greater. Currently, the green waste is handled three to four times at the Transfer Station alone. Mr. Reidy noted that a resident, who lives close to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, has complained about the truck and dumpster noise coming from that location during the early morning hours. Mr. Agnew noted that the Wastewater Treatment Plant hours are 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Mr. Murray stated that he lives on Third Cliff and that sound travels from the Plant across the marsh with a fair amount of clarity. He would like the Bid Package for this project to contain an item for fencing to be erected to cut down on the noise factor. Mr. Murray asked if Mr. Murray made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to place an Article on the next Town Meeting warrant for the lease of Town owned property located near the Wastewater Treatment Plant. SECONDED by Mr. Danehey. No discussion. Unanimous vote. (5-0) Mr. Danehey thinks Mr. Lopes’ proposal is very interesting and could potentially save the Town money. He is concerned about it moving forward too fast – especially to a Special Town Meeting. 8. DISCUSSION/ Development/ 530 Chief Justice Cushing Highway/ M. Hayes Mr. Norton asked if Mr. Bjorklund would be requesting Town sewer at this location? Mr. Bjorklund understands that sewer tie-ins are “an extremely touchy subject”. He knows his profit margins on the project. If he could reduce the overall cost by not building septic systems and being able to tie into sewer, he might be able to reduce the cost of a couple of lots. He has already spoken to the Community Preservation Act Committee about potentially purchasing the lower priced lots for affordable housing. Mr. Bjorklund stated that he had also spoken with many of the neighbors and has not met with much resistance to the idea. Mr. Danehey asked about sidewalks? Mr. Bjorklund stated that sidewalks would be limited on one side by the wetlands. A walking path to Williamsburg Lane was discussed. Williamsburg Lane will not be used as a “cut through” however. The Doctors Hill water situation was discussed. Mr. Mr. Norton reminded that if Mr. Bjorklund is looking for sewer for this development he would eventually need to return to the Selectmen as the Sewer Commissioners. Mr. Bjorklund understands that fact. Mr. Murray will draft a memorandum that will summarize tonight’s discussion on this development. Ms. Lisa Fenton, 25 Crescent Avenue, stated that there are many “sidewalk supporters” present at tonight’s meeting. She believes that this development could potentially have children from twelve families that need to walk safely to the High School. A link from Williamsburg Lane, to this development, to the High School would be of great benefit. Mr. Bjorklund stated that permission from the State would be required to install a sidewalk along Route 3A. The development has a 600’ road and he would be happy to do 600’ of sidewalk on Route 3A or somewhere else in Town. He provided the same type of services for the Sam Tilden Farm development in terms of sidewalks and water mains. Mr. Danehey complimented Mr. Bjorklund for considering the affordable housing aspect of the development. He further stressed the importance of an interior sidewalk for the development. Mr. Rocco Carabus, Doctors Hill resident, believes Mr. Bjorklund is wrong about the water pressure in this area. Low water pressure is a very big problem in his development. Mr. Bjorklund stated that he would forward his water pressure results to the Selectmen. 10. DISCUSSION/ Senior Center Mr. Jim Spelman, 49 Border Street, was present at tonight’s meeting. Mr. Spelman stated that he had spoken to the Senior Center Article at the recent Town Meeting. At that time, he had offered an amendment to preserve the $1.9 million in the original Article. He eventually withdrew the amendment in the hope that the $1.9 would be retained. Ultimately, that did not occur. Mr. Spelman stated that he has been a resident of the Town for twenty-five years. He wants to re-establish the $1.9 million and understands that the money in the original Town Meeting article was “allocated” and had not yet been “borrowed. He spoke about the “spirit” of $1.9 million that was voted in 2004 to build a new Senior Center. He believes a Center still needs to be built – “just as much as a school”. He continued by saying that people have worked hard to get a firm number to get the Center built. He believes the Selectmen should allow them to come forward with a proposal. Mr. Harris met with Ms. Jane Lepardo, Treasurer/Collector, who told him that bond counsel would not allow the Town to borrow a sum money, which was insufficient to build a Senior Center. The $1.9 million is not enough to build the center for which we have plans. Mr. Norton asked if it is possible to get the money back now? Mr. Agnew stated that the authorization to borrow the money is gone. According to bond counsel, the Town would need to vote authorization in a new article at a future Town Meeting. Some other issues to consider are: would the Town be able to borrow $1.9 million without debt exclusion and would the $1.9 Mr. Reidy agreed that this has been a very confusing issue. Town counsel advised Town Meeting that it could be voted the way in which it was ultimately voted. “We believed him.” After Town Meeting, we were all surprised to find out we had voted something different. Do we try to get back the $1.9 million and build a smaller building? The Branch Street site would cost $900,000 alone for the site work. A quarter million dollars was already spent on the existing plan. Discussion continued on reconstructing the current senior center building and the displacement of present programs. Discussion continued on the true intent of the Town Meeting vote. Mr. Murray agreed that the advice Town Meeting received from Town Counsel was unfortunate. The restoration of the original $1.9 million is not possible. He believes it would be “irresponsible” for the Selectmen to agree to put a $1.9 million debt exclusion on the ballot without a definitive plan. Mr. Murray believes the Selectmen support the idea of a new center, “in principle”. Mr. Spelman believes “in principle the Town will do the right thing”. He noted that the “seniors have bent over backwards to accommodate the schools”. Discussion continued on the inability to build a partial senior center building – it must be a complete building. Mr. Norton reassured that this Board would stay committed to a senior center building. He hopes everyone can move forward with a way to make it happen. Ms. Val Baker, Chairperson of the Council on Aging, stated that “the Town should learn a lesson from Town Meeting. If bond counsel writes an article then they should be present at Town Meeting, as well as Town counsel. This was unconscionable. No one said they were ‘sorry’.” Mr. Reidy assured Ms. Baker that no one was more surprised by the outcome and more disappointed than the Selectmen. Mr. Agnew explained that Town Counsel was asked to review a “last minute change” to an article written by bond counsel. Mr. Danehey noted the need for direction and a strategy on this issue. Ms. Lynda Ferguson, 57 King’s Way, asked if the Town had a plan for a completed building, would bond counsel then approve it and the $1.9 million would still be available? Mr. Agnew answered “no, the vote taken at Town Meeting negated the $1.9 million”. Ms. Lisa Fenton, 25 Crescent Avenue, commended Mr. Spelman for his stance at Town Meeting. She noted a number of issues such as a new Senior Center, Fire Station, Community Center, a new Middle School and Community College that have come forward in recent years. The Senior Center failed as did the Fire Station due to “suboptimal solutions, dated information and data”. She sees a need for a “building assessment committee” that would consider long-term, smart growth for the community. Ms. Fenton asked the Selectmen to support the formation of such a committee. Ms. Ann Burbine, 10 Pennycress Road, noted the recent Building Study Committee chaired by Ms. Eileen Walker, which was quite active for a period of time. Mr. Harris believes that committee was not disbanded. Perhaps it could join this new committee. Mr. Norton suggested that a committee needs to go further than examining the individual buildings in Town – “we need to look at the entire picture”. Mr. Danehey concurred and gave the Hingham municipal offices as an example of good planning. Mr. Reidy reminded that residents must be aware of the override that was recently voted and the fact it has not yet been reflected on their tax bills. There “There are a lot of things out there on the table and the discussion needs to be tempered.” Ms. Fenton believes “there can be some very clever solutions that actually may work”. She believes the “consolidation of buildings may be more of an exercise in efficiency rather than expenditure”. Ms. Maura Curran, 607 First Parish Road, understands that a total solution for the Town must encompass committee members that would include the Town Administrator, Board of Selectmen, Building Department, School Department, etc. The “make up” of the committee needs to be “official” so it can be used for a School Department “piece” for State funding. 11. UPDATE/ Sewer Alternatives Program Mr. Agnew stated that the sewer alternative program was discussed with the Capital Planning Committee. It was noted that the program would be eligible for the State revolving fund. The Town will apply for money from this fund on August 1, 2007 and will hopefully receive some funding from the State. Ultimately, it will also become a borrowing issue and will have to be voted by users and non-users of the sewer. Mr. Norton believes “we owe it to the remainder of people in Town to look for another solution”. He believes the alternative program has been put on the “back burner” and it needs to now move forward. Mr. Agnew stated that the first piece will be to send in the application to the State and then go the next Town Meeting to have the money allocated. The study itself will cost $400,000. Mr. Reidy expressed concern over the continued spending of money for project studies, which ultimately cannot be funded by the Town. Discussion continued on the ongoing Inflow & Infiltration ( I & I) program. Mr. Murray noted some new I & I technologies that are “very impressive”. Mr. Norton noted the lack of support to increase local aid by the representatives on Beacon Hill. He believes “we need to hold our representatives responsible. The “no” vote at that level is very discouraging – we (the Town) will not be able to do anything if the representatives do not vote the increase to local aid”. Mr. Keith Dobie, Humarock, discussed Nitrogen input at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He stated that the technology at the Town’s current Plant is just about at the limit of what it can do with the Nitrogen. Mr. Danehey agrees that some alternatives to sewer need to be examined and that studies must be actively used. Mr. Harris confirmed that Mr. Dobie’s company deals with the engineering aspects of sewer alternatives. 11a. DISCUSSION/ VOTE/ Sidewalk Study/ Final Report – April 2007 Mr. Murray thanked Mr. Bangert for his suggested, three motions concerning the Sidewalk Study. He also thanked all the volunteers who worked on the project. He (Murray) is ready to vote motion #1 (to endorse the Sidewalk Study Final Report), but he believes that motion # 3 (to place an article for a Sidewalk Impact fee By-Law in 2008 Annual Town Meeting Warrant) should encompass more than just sidewalks. Additionally, he is not ready to vote motion #2 (to allocate $60,000 of Streetscapes Funds to engineer six specific sidewalk projects) because that would be “putting the cart before the horse”. Mr. Reidy stated that he had not heard back from Representative Bradley on the North Scituate MBTA fence. He (Reidy) also has concerns about the Streetscapes money. The TOD grant Mr. Bangert reviewed the way in which the $2.5 million in Streetscapes money would be divided between Greenbush and North Scituate. Mr. Norton understood that the money was to be split evenly between the two villages and then with the receipt of the TOD grant, that Greenbush would be receiving the greater amount of overall funding. Mr. Bangert stated that the division of money took place prior to his becoming Ombudsman, but “a lot of work was pulled from Greenbush”. Mr. Norton understood that the TOD grant money would be used “over and above” the Streetscapes money already committed to Greenbush. Mr. Bangert stated that some of the streetscapes money stands “uncommitted”. Mr. Norton stated that the division of money was presented differently some time ago - $1 million for North Scituate and $1.5 million for Greenbush. Discussion continued on the reactivation of the Streetscapes Committee. Mr. Danehey asked if approximately $500,000, that is not specifically committed to Streetscapes, is available? Mr. Bangert answered “yes”. Mr. Agnew suggested the Henry Turner Bailey intersection and Hollett Street as two locations that could use some additional improvements. It was suggested that Mr. Jim Pollard be asked to re-join the Streetscapes Committee. Mr. Harris asked if the Town’s Engineering Division could do the engineering work for the new sidewalks? Mr. Bangert believes that would overload their department. Mr. Agnew suggests choosing a project and hiring an engineer for that exact project. Mr. Bangert voiced concern that if the sidewalks are not started right away that they will never get started. Mr. Danehey noted a sidewalk that was not recommended in the Sidewalk Study Final Report – a connection between Hatherly Road and Turner Road where many children walk to Wampatuck School. Mr. Bangert has heard about that spot and many others. That location is not considered an “immediate route to school”, but it does serve a lot of residents. He suggested that the Sidewalk Study be updated on a yearly basis. Mr. Danehey noted that the redistricting of the schools could also impact the Study results. Mr. Agnew requested a list of sidewalks for which MBTA monies could be used. Mr. Murray made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to ACCEPT the Sidewalk Study Final Report dated April 2007. SECONDED by Mr. Reidy. No discussion. Unanimous vote. (5-0) It was noted that the Sidewalk Study Final Report is available on the Town’s website. 12. STATEMENT OF SUPPORT/ National Guard or Reserve Employees This Statement was taken under advisement by the Board. 13. ACCEPT RESIGNATION Mr. Reidy made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to ACCEPT the resignation of Michael Clark from the Conservation Commission and further that the Selectmen thank Mr. Clark for his many years of dedicated service to the Commission and the Town of Scituate. SECONDED by Mr. Norton. No discussion. Unanimous vote. (5-0)
Mr. Reidy asked about the upcoming Logan Airport FAA meeting. Mr. Agnew spoke to the Town’s representative, Mr. Gary Banks, about the meeting. Mr. Danehey thanked the Department of Public Works for the great job they did sweeping the streets for the recent road race and cleaning up after the race, as well. Mr. Danehey updated the Board on the Oceanside Village lawsuit. Mr. Murray suggested that the “Open for Breakfast” sign at Widow’s Walk be displayed in a more professional manner. Mr. Agnew believes Mr. Miller has ordered a new sign. Mr. Murray noted a request from the Waterways Commission regarding a shellfish re-seeding program to take place in the North River. The program is endorsed by the Harbormaster and the Waterways Commission. The Selectmen concurred that this is a good idea. Mr. Murray inquired about whether Comcast could broadcast other board, committee, commission and council meetings for the Town? Mr. Agnew stated that currently Comcast is not willing to do it, but it could possibly be worked into the new contract. The Comcast employee present at tonight’s meeting stated that she could train a volunteer to use the broadcast equipment, which is owned by the Town. Mr. Norton suggested that Board members review the proposals that have been received for a new Town Counsel. He believes a review Committee should be formed that will narrow down the applicant pool and bring the “short” list back to the Board. Mr. Harris noted a recent letter from a resident asking about the Town’s Ship Shape Day. Perhaps the Beautification Commission could discuss this at their next meeting. Mr. Harris noted that the permit application to sewer Rosa’s Lane recently went to DEP. The residents have met with the consultant, Weston & Sampson. Mr. Danehey made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to ACCEPT the Arbor Day Proclamation as written. SECONDED by Mr. Reidy. No discussion. Unanimous vote. (5-0) Mr. Bangert noted ongoing negotiations with the MBTA to make the area behind Morning Glories and the Stockbridge Road Bridge more handicap accessible. 15. CORRESPONDENCE Mr. Danehey read a letter from Mary and Bill Montanari, 143 Jericho Road, thanking the Selectmen for “their efforts to alleviate the coastal flooding problem in the Sand Hills neighborhood”. Mr. Danehey also read a letter from Mr. David Ball, President of the Cedar Point Association, thanking the Town officials and workers who dealt with last week’s coastal storm. Mr. Danehey noted that Scituate Avenue was not a good access road during a recent emergency situation on Turner Road. Mr. Reidy noted the excellent job done by the Transfer Station when they allowed residents to bring storm debris there recently. Mr. Murray made a MOTION that the Board of Selectmen VOTE to ACCEPT the Minutes of January 2, 2007. SECONDED by Mr. Reidy. Murray, Reidy, Harris and Norton voted in favor of the Motion. Mr. Danehey did not vote. The motion carries (5-0-1). 17. PENDING LITIGATION & CONSIDERATION/ PURCHASE/ EXCHANGE/ LEASE/ The Board of Selectmen entered Executive Session via roll call at 10:50 PM and did not return to regular session this evening. 18. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 10:50 PM. BOARD OF SELECTMEN __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ Respectfully submitted,
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