HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-12-07 Board of Selectmen Minutes BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES DECEMBER 7, 1998
CALL TO ORDER: Keith Mitchell called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Keith A. Mitchell, Chairman;
John R. Leeman, Jr.; Donald B. Stewart; David M. Torrisi; (William B. Duffy. Jr. not present); Robert J.
Halpin, Town Manager.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: David Torrisi made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart,to
approve the Minutes of November 23,1998; vote approved 4– 0.
COMMUNICATIONS,ANNOUNCEMENTS,AND PUBLIC COMMENT:
Resignation of W. Frank Gennarelli from the Council on Aging and Police Chief's Citizen Advisory
Board. Keith Mitchell read a letter sent to Mr. Gennarelli expressing the Board's appreciation for his
years of service.
John Leeman made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart to accept the resignation of
Mr. Gennarelli; vote approved 4– 0.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
John Leeman made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart,to move into Licensing; vote approved 4–
0.
Evy Gillette, Manager, Stevens Estate n, Osgood Hill, 723 Osgood Street, requests a One-Dam
Alcohol License for Acme Theatre Fund Raiser on December 31, 1998 from 9:00 p.m. to
1:00 a.m.
Armen Jeknavorian, Saint Gregory Armenian Church, 158 Main Street, requests a One-Day All Alcohol
License for a Dinner Dance at Jaffarian Hall on December 31, 1998 from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
John Leeman made a MOTION, seconded by Keith Mitchell,to approve both licenses; vote approved 4–
0.
Keith Mitchell made a MOTION, seconded by John Leeman,to move out of Licensing; vote approved 4
– 0.
CONSENT ITEMS:
Request from Rick Gorman, Director of Youth Services,to hold the Annual Walk for Youth and to use
the Old Center Common on Sunday, April 11, 1999. The event will begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at 4:00
p•—in•
John Leeman made a MOTION, seconded by David Torrisi,to approve; vote approved 4– 0.
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FINANCIAL AFFAIRS:
"North Andover—Building for the Future": Town Manager's Presentation of the Capital Improvement
Plan 2000—2005.The Town Manager presented his five year capital improvement plan to the Selectmen.
He stated that since September the CIP Information Group (a group convened by the Town Manager)has
met weekly and discussed the needs of the Town. The Group prioritized these needs and implemented
Master Plan goals and objectives.
They concluded that North Andover's building and facility needs include: a new high school, a new
downtown Fire Station and Police Station(possibly combined), extensive renovations to the Town Hall,
an Out Country Fire Station, new youth athletic and recreation facilities, open space acquisition, a new
Out Country elementary school. A roadway and sidewalk Master Plan and Water and Sewer Master Plan
need to be developed.
The Town Manager detailed the various needs and presented different scenarios. He also presented the
property tax impacts for the varied scenarios.
He concluded that the group attempted to be comprehensive and complete, and they created a tool to
assist the dialogue.
OLD BUSINESS:
A.F.S. Sheep Shearing Festival—Town Details Waiver Request. The Police Chief and Fire Chief
provided information as to the level of service required for the event.
Chief Stanley stated that six officers are assigned but the A.F.S is only charged for two. Chief Dolan
said one EMS is necessary. He presented an overview of the method used to determine the level of
service needed.
The Selectmen discussed the 10%Administration cost that is charged. David Torrisi requested that the
Town Manager provide the Selectmen with an amount of cash raised by these 10%administrative fees.
Mr. William Topaz, an A.F.S. representative, said that they are a non-profit organization and the money
raised is used for a scholarship for a North Andover student to study abroad. He also said the A.F.S.
would have to determine whether the Sheep Shearing Festival will be held in the future.
Keith Mitchell said he hoped that in the future the Town would be able to work on other solutions to the
costs associated with the Festival.
John Leeman made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart,to waive the 10%Administrative Fee; vote
approved 4— 0.
Amendment to Administrative Consent Order—Dept. of Environmental Protection. The Town Manager
stated that the Town is under a voluntary consent decree the Massachusetts D.E.P. and that the D.E.P.
proposed an amendment to the decree. He recommended acceptance.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by John Leeman,to accept the amendment; vote approved 4
— 0.
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North Andover Police Department—Patrol Officer Vacancy. The Town Manager reviewed the vacancy
stating that one applicant has appealed is position on the list. In addition to this applicant, another
individual who resigned from the Police force has requested reinstatement.
John Leeman questioned the Town Manager on any upcoming vacancies and was told there may possibly
be one within the coming year.
John Leeman asked Chief Stanley if he would recommend reinstatement of this individual and was told
he was highly recommended.
David Torrisi made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart,to table this agenda item until December
14; vote approved 3 — 1 (John Leeman objected).
Comprehensive Traffic Management Study—Town Center/Old Common Area. The Town Manager
reviewed his meeting with three individuals (Ben Osgood,Nancy Breen and
Jay Enright). He said they came with an alternative approach that included having an advisory group in
place prior to the selection of a consultant.
Keith Mitchell suggested that the committee should be comprised of representatives from the Historical
Society, business owners in the Old Center, Officer Fred Soucy, Center Realty Trust,North Andover
Historic Commission, members from the Board of Selectmen and other interested citizens.
This issue will be discussed at the December 14th Selectmen's meeting.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
John Leeman made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart,to move into Executive Session to discuss
the Town Manager's Contract and Real Estate Value of Real Estate at 9:15 p.m.; vote approved 4— 0.
Ann M. Keating
Administrative Secretary John R. Leeman, Jr., Clerk of the Board