Minutes

Board of Selectmen Meeting

Tuesday, March 1, 2005

East Longmeadow Town Hall

60 Center Square

East Longmeadow, MA 01028

 

 

PRESENT:  Gary DeLisle, John Claffey.  ABSENT:  James Driscoll.

 

G. DeLisle, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen (BoS), called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m.

 

G. DeLisle noted that J. Driscoll was absent due to travel delays and was therefore unable to attend.

 

PUBLIC FORUM:

 

1.  Mr. Joseph Townshend discusses signage issue at Adamczyk’s Auto on Shaker Road; Mr. Townshend questioned why a letter dated February 25, 2005 from Tom DiMarzio, Town Building Inspector, stated that Adamczyck’s sign was currently in compliance with the Industrial Zoning, that earlier rulings by Mr. DiMarzio was incorrect and therefore the sign did not have to be moved the Planning Board called for the more stringent requirements, that it should be the document that is used in determining the sign’s location; Mr. Townshend also questioned the timing of Mr. DiMarzio’s letter given the fact that Mr. DiMarzio was had retired on February 28, 2005.

 

The BoS believed that Mr. DiMarzio’s letter would prove to be correct, that the Zoning for Adamczyck’s may be less restrictive than where Mr. Townshend’s business is, but they would have the Planning Administrator, Robyn MacDonald investigate it; the BoS stated that they thought this might be under the jurisdiction of the Planning or Zoning Board of Appeals.  Nick Breault, Executive Secretary to the BoS was assigned to follow up with Mr. Townsend and appropriate Town Departments for clarification.

 

Ms. Christine Saunders asked to speak to the BoS on this issue.  She explained that she lived in the home adjacent to the sign and that the illumination was on all night and disturbed her in her home; she asked the BoS to see if they could ask the business to turn the light out at night so as to not illuminate her home; The BoS thanked her for bringing this to its attention and said it would follow up with the business on her behalf.

 

 

 

(BoS 3/01/5)

 

APPOINTMENTS:

 

            1.         6:55  Ms. Jennifer Stetkiewicz, East Longmeadow resident, was recognized with a citation and photograph with the BoS for being chosen as the 2005 Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Colleen.  The BoS congratulated her and wished her a good trip to Ireland.

 

            2.         7:00  Mr. Jay LeFebvre gives the BoS a PowerPoint presentation regarding his proposed development at the Community Feed Site.  The BoS asks various general questions regarding placement of the buildings, what kind of restaurant he is pursuing, if he is giving other public forums, etc.  The BoS thanked Mr. LeFebvre for his presentation.

 

 

            3.         7:55     Dr. Michael Lemanski was recognized with a citation and photograph with the BoS for being chosen as the February, 2005 “Point of Light” honoree as presented by Governor W. Mitt Romney.  The Award is one of 12 given each year by Governor Romney.  The Honoree is nominated by someone in his local community.  Fire Chief P. Robert Wallace suggested Dr. Lemanski and he and former Executive Secretary Leon Gaumond, as well as many other people in the community, worked to have the Governor recognize Dr. Lemanski.  The BoS stated how grateful they are for the work that Dr. Lemanski does in the community, particularly his assistance with the Town flu-shot program, and is very please that he has received this well-deserved recognition.

 

            4.         8:15  Messrs. Gralia and Powell were recognized with citations and a photograph with the BoS for being chosen as nominees for the “Hometown Heroes Award.”  They were accompanied by several family members.  The BoS stated they think that the nominees were all deserving of this recognition and it was a pleasure to have them there that evening.  Messrs. Demarest and Wesson were unable to attend that evening.  Their citations were to be mailed to them.

 

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

1.         N. Breault states that he, Dr. Costa and John Whalen of Parks and Recreation will attend a meeting staff at the Basketball Hall of Fame (HOF) on Tuesday, March 8, 2005 to discuss organization af an “East Longmeadow Day” at the HOF; the day includes a proposed special admission fee of $5.00 for each East Longmeadow resident.

 

2.         N. Breault states that he is meeting with G. Herrick, Veterans’ Service Agent and Mr. C. Sanderell, Co-Chairman of the Cultural Council at the Little Red School House to discuss having Mr. Herrick conduct Veterans’ business there.

 

 

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

            1.         The BoS noted and approved the request from EL Outdoor Track & Field Team to hold a Bottle and Can Drive in the Parking Lot at the Heritage Plaza on Saturday, 4/2/05 from 9;00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

 

            2.         The BoS noted the application for the Site Plan Review and Definitive Plan from Sivad Nominee Trust/Dan Roulier for Great Woods Phase VIII & IX and referred it to the Fire and Police Departments for recommendations.

 

            3.         The BoS noted the request from Representative Mary Rogeness for input on state budget priorities and referred it to the Town Accountant and the Appropriations Committee.

 

            4.         The BoS noted letters from the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Agency (MIIA) pertaining to Credits for the Police Department for Accreditation (referred to the PD); and MIIA having conducted its annual audit of member payrolls for the year and referred it to the Town Accountant.

 

            5.         The BoS signed the DPW application for funding of Chapter 90.

 

            6.         The BoS noted the request for a “Blind Driveway” sign from Joyce Brea at 4 School Street, and referred it to the Police Department for recommendation.

 

            7.         The BoS noted the application for a Site Plan Review Raker Realty, LLC, 2A Deer Park Drive and forwarded it to the Planning Department.

 

 

BOARD OF HEALTH:

 

            1.         The Board of Health (BOH) noted and carried over the proposed changes in rules and regulations as submitted by Mr. Fred Kowal, Health Inspector.

 

            2.         The BOH noted and approved the release of the news release regarding the Annual Town Rabies Clinic to be held Saturday, April 2, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at AW Brown at 144 Shaker Road in East Longmeadow.

 

            3.         The BOH noted letters from Sarah McColgan, Tobacco Compliance Officer.  The BOH accepted the use of J. McColgan as a participant in the compliance checks, citing no conflict of interest.  The BOH agreed to send letters to those businesses that recently failed compliance checks.  The BOH recommend that business start with a clean slate, that no sanctions would be considered at this time.  The BOH noted that S. McColgan is scheduled to conduct compliance training for tobacco merchants on Monday, March 7, 2005.

 

 

 

 

(BoS 03/01/05)

 

 

            4.         The BOH approved the issuing of quotations for annual mosquito spraying.  The letter to potential vendors is to include a request of no spraying, if possible, on April 27 and May 4, as outlined in the February 15, 2005 letter from Maria Murphy of Mapleshade Elementary. 

 

            5.         The BOH noted the letter from F. Kowal pertaining to package stores needing a retail food permit and advise Mr. Kowal to send such notices out as appropriate.

 

            6.         G. DeLisle motioned and J. Claffey seconded by necessity to approve the Massage
Therapy License request by Stacy Moreau.

 

            7.         The BOH referred to F. Kowal the application for approval of the Health Establishment License requested by Mena DeGulielmo for A&E Styles, 2 North Main Street for review and recommendation.

 

            8.         The BOH instructed N. Breault to follow up with Arlene Miller regarding the Pay As You Throw Recycling Grant, given the Town’s upcoming issuance of an RFP for Trash pickup.

 

            9.         The BOH declined the offer for an Intern for the BOH from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health citing lack of full-time supervision and program coordination.

 

            10.       The BOH noted the letter from A. Miller advising on the availability for 46 gallon containers to consider for RFP; also instructed N. Breault to inquire about our last order of blue recycling bins and to apply such as necessary as offered by MRF.

 

            11.       The BOH noted the letter from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the reimbursement of flu vaccine and referred it to Dr. Costa and Rosalind Clark, Director of the Council on Aging.

 

            12.       The BOH noted the letter from TEC Environmental.  No action taken

 

            13.       The BOH instructed N. Breault to send a Notice of Revocation of Massage License to Mr. Richard Chavez for the next meeting.  The Hearing is to be cancelled, pending payment for the license, in the interim.

 

 

REMINDERS/MEETINGS/INVITATIONS:

 

            1.         The BoS noted the invitation to the 3/24/05 Regional Selectmen’s Meeting.  N. Breault stated that this is to be a legislative meeting.  BoS to attend, pending schedule of Town Business.

 

 

(BoS 03/01/05)

 

            2.         The BoS noted the next meeting of the Long Range Planning Committee, 3/2/05 at 5:30 in the Town Hall Hearing Room.

 

            3.         The BoS noted the next two meetings of the Open Space Committee; 3/10/05 and 3/24/05 in the Library Conference Room.

 

            4.         The BoS noted the invitation to the Educational Endowment Fund Golf Tournament; J. Claffey to participate.

 

 

TOWN COUNSEL

            The BoS discussed legal matters pertaining to the Town with Attorney James Donahue, Town Counsel.

 

1          BoS to send letter to DEP stating the gas extraction system at the Somers Road site is working as designed.

 

2.         BoS noted letter from Alderman and McNeish re: School roofs.  Town Councel (TC) and BoS acknowledged this was discussed at the last meeting of the Appropriations Committee; that is was generally understood that repairs could’ve been made by anyone; that Rich Gale, Building Maintenance Manager is working on this situation.

 

3.         The vacant Parking Clerk position was discussed; the BoS is unsure as to what to do with the position, it was part of the duties of Savina Basile but, with her retirement the BoS will ask the Town Clerk if this is a duty that office can perform, given it is a money-collection function and the BoS is examining the vacant position overall.  N. Breault to discuss moving the duties of the Parking Clerk to the Clerk’s office, at least on a temporary basis.

 

4.         114 Prospect Street

J. Claffey reports that the current owner has recently been denied a mortgage but that there is another buyer interested in purchasing the house and renovating it.  J. Claffey to provide updates on the sale as they are available.

 

5.         The BoS and TC will investigate whether a proposed change to the Town Municipal Lien By-law needs to be included in the Warrant or whether it will be considered by other means.

 

7.         TC and BoS noted the claim of damage to auto submitted by R. Bailey and will refer it to the Town Insurance carrier for disposition.

 

8.         Discussion of the preparation of the Warrant for Town Meeting.  TC to review with N. Breault.  N. Breault to prepare and contact The Reminder regarding deadlines.

 

Motion made and seconded out of necessity to vote in favor to enter into Executive Session to discuss personnel issues, contract issues and possible litigation.

(BoS 03/01/05)

 

APPROVED:  BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING, TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2005.

 

 

 

James D. Driscoll, Clerk of the Board