Minutes

Board of Selectmen Meeting

Tuesday, June 7, 2005

Hearing Room, East Longmeadow Town Hall

60 Center Square

East Longmeadow, MA 01028

PRESENT: John Claffey, Chairman, Board of Selectmen; James Driscoll, Chairman, Board of Health; Gary DeLisle, Clerk of the Board.

Chairman John Claffey called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC FORUM:

J. Claffey prefaced the Public Forum with comments reminding speakers that Public Forum is an opportunity for citizens to speak out on various topics; that the BOS will take comments under advisement.

6:45PM Edward Zemba, 72 North Circle Drive Re: Trash Removal

6:50PM Charlie Christianson, 19 Baymor Drive Re: Trash Removal

Summary: Mr. Zemba and Mr. Christianson made comments and posed questions to the BOS relative to the new trash program to be implemented in July. Ms. Tricia Dalessio and others were also recognized by the BOS to make comments at various times during the Forum.

APPOINTMENTS:

7:00 p.m. (7:20 p.m.) Colson & Colson Construction (represented by Bacon & Wilson)

Attorney Mirkin of Bacon and Wilson presented to the BOS a proposed development for Senior Congregate Living on property adjacent to Parker and Orchard Streets.

8:30 p.m. William Fonseca, Open Space Committee:

Mr. Fonseca and the BOS held a discussion relative to the proposed Article for the Special Town Meeting asking the Town to adopt a Community Preservation Act.

Motion J. Driscoll moved the BOS endorse the proposed Community Preservation Act. G. DeLisle seconded.

Discussion: J. Claffey stated, “This Article will result in money wisely invested to maintain the quality of life in Town.”

Motion approved unanimously.

(BOS Meeting, 6/07/05)

Appointments

8:45 p.m. Town Clerk: Office Update

Motion At this time, J. Driscoll moved the BOS enter into Executive Session to discuss matters relative to personnel in the office of the Town Clerk; to return to Open Session upon completion.

G. DeLisle seconded. Motion approved by unanimous roll call vote.

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

Minutes for signature: March 15 & 29, April 5, 13, & 26.

Minutes for approval:

Motion G. DeLisle moved the BOS approve the Minutes of 4/29/05. J. Claffey seconded out of necessity. Motion approved unanimously.

Motion G. DeLisle moved the BOS approve the Minutes of 5/04/05. J. Driscoll seconded. Motion approved unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS:

1. Report from Police Department, re: installing “Caution Children” signs White Avenue.

J. Claffey read highlights of the report from Officer Bates recommending the installation of “Caution Children” signs.

Motion G. DeLisle moved the BOS accept the recommendations of Officer Bates to install “Caution Children” signs on White Avenue. J. Driscoll seconded. Motion approved unanimously.

Action: N. Breault to notify Ms. Cushman of the decision, and notify DPW to install the signs.

2. Quote, Senior Center Plumbing:

Action: N. Breault to ask Facilities Manager Rich Gale if this is in the building maintenance budget; and if this is worth doing. If R. Gale believes it is, then N. Breault will advise him to proceed.

3. Planning Board Letter Re: Deer Park Drive transfer of 22.504 acre parcel *: Tabled for Town Counsel (TC).

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Fire Department, re: Mutual Aid Agreement for signature.

2. Resumes: Town Meeting Rules Committee & Public Safety Committee (see separate file). The BOS noted resumes submitted thus far.

3. Request from First Congregational Church, event to coincide with the 4^th of July Parade:

1) pancake breakfast open to the public 2) temporary food service permit

Noted and signed.

4. Request for Catering License Fusion Café, 53 North Main Street, Michael Chang, Manager

Motion J. Driscoll moved the BOS approve the application. G. DeLisle seconded. Motion approved unanimously.

(BOS Meeting, 6/07/05)

Board of Selectmen, New Business

5. Coldwell Banker, 55 North Main Street, hosting Chamber After Hours Gathering Thursday, June

16^th from 5-7pm., requesting approval for: 1) One Day Liquor License; 2) approval to erect a

20x30 tent; 3) Temporary Food Service Permit

Motion G. DeLisle moved the BOS approve all three requests. J. Driscoll seconded.

Discussion: J. Claffey amends motion to be approved pending proof of certificate of insurance. Motion approved unanimously.

6. Request for Block Party, Redin Drive/Redin Lane, Saturday, June 11, 2-8pm;

(rain date Sun. 6-12 same time).

Motion J. Driscoll moved the BOS approve the request, pending the petitioner implementing recommendations of the Police and Fire Departments. G. DeLisle seconded. Motion approved unanimously.

Action: N. Breault to forward recommendations to petitioner.

7. Correspondence from Conservation Commission re: Grant Money in support of East Longmeadow Urban Forestry Program: So Noted.

8. East Longmeadow Eligibility for 2005 Local Preparedness grant money *:

Action: N. Breault to forward to Emergency Preparedness Director, Frank Morrisino; and to advise him to work with the Fire and Police Chiefs as necessary.

TOWN COUNSEL:

BOARD OF HEALTH:

OLD BUSINESS

1. Reports from Dog Officer:

a) Ron Cutler Complaint. So Noted.

Action: N. Breault to send notification to Mr. Cutler.

b) Re-inspection Houghton Property, 25 Somers Rd.: So Noted.

Action: N. Breault to thank the Dog Officer, Martylee Caramante, on behalf of the BOS for following up; and to notify Ms. Houghton and the BOS after next inspection.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Dog Officer: a) Purchase of Rabies Pole.

Action: N. Breault to look in Health budget to if money if money is available.

b) MSPCA correspondence: So Noted.

c) Job Description (pay rate)*: Relative to collection and transportation of suspected rabid animals to appropriate facility.

Action: N. Breault to call former Dog Officer Natalie Rice to research past practice.

(BOS Meeting, 6/07/05)

Board of Health, New Business

d) Request for Substitute Dog Officer for times when M. Caramante is out on personal time.

The BOS noted the resume of Jessica O’Brien, the person recommended by M. Caramante.

Action: N. Breault to schedule an interview of J. O’Brian with the BOS.

CORRESPONDENCE:

1. Re-organization; Board of Public Works & Library Board of Trustees: So Noted.

2. Letter from Logan M. Corbly re: safety concerns on Shaker Road.

Action: N. Breault to forward to Police Department and DPW for recommendations.

3. Correspondence from Police Chief Mellis re: Special Law Enforcement Trust Fund:

Motion J. Driscoll moved the BOS accept the recommendations of Chief Mellis. G. DeLisle seconded. Motion approved unanimously.

4. Correspondence from United Way, Day of Caring, Friday September 9, 2005:

Action: N. Breault to coordinate efforts.

5. Letter from Gerry Hyland PVTA, re: estimated assessments for FY 2005: So Noted.

6. Resignation letter, Chris Sanderell, Cultural Council:

Motion G. DeLisle moved the BOS accept his resignation with regret.

Action: N. Breault to get information on the make-up of the Council, especially whether or not the BOS appoints a Chair. N. Breault to report to the BOS.

MEETINGS, INVITATIONS & REMINDERS:

1. Invitation from Boy Scout Troop # 179, to attend Eagle Scout ceremony for Bryan Sunter.

So Noted; J. Claffey to attend.

2. Jon Jay Associates, client update luncheon, June 23 at 11:30am, Anthony’s Pier 4 Boston

So Noted.

3. Municipal Licensing Meeting, Monday June 27, 11:45am-3:00pm, Radisson Hotel, Brockton, MA. So Noted.

4. Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, Monday August 1, starting at 11:30am, Elmcrest Country Club. So Noted.

5. Special Override Election, Tuesday, June 14, @ Birchland Park Middle School: So Noted.

6. Special Town Meeting, June 20, East Longmeadow High School AT 7:00 p.m.: So Noted.

7. Open Space Committee Meeting, Thursday, June 9 @ 7pm, Library: So Noted.

Meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m. from Executive Session with Town Counsel.

APPROVED: BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING, TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2005.

Gary DeLisle, Clerk of the Board