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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-11-16 Board of Selectmen Minutes4~em eb r 16, 1987 (continued) Gr. Lawrence Sanitary District Ad Hoc Committee Jim McAloon reviewed a recent stack emissions report, noting that the facility violates DEQE~s regulations. He.added that the tests were done under optimum conditions and the report favors the G.L.S.D., and further requested that the Board hire an independent consultant to provide a review of the technical data contained in the report. Gayton Osgood, Bd. of Health member said that one of the biggest problems with the GLSD is their sensitivity to'the community although they appear to be making some headway by claiming to not be taking outside sludge, and the purchase of a scum concentrator. Upon a motion by Crouch, seconded by Salisbury, voted 4~0 to authorized the Town Manager solicit proposals for a review of .the stack emissions report by Gordon Associates' and come back with a proposal for acceptance. Handicapped Affairs Commision Barbara Currier reviewed with the;Board a state law which provides for'the establishment a Handicapped Affairs Commission which provides for 1) evaluation of the problems; 2) edu- cation of the community; 3) improvement of services; 4) investigation.of problems by the Committee. Selectman Salisbury noted that the statute provides for acceptance of the law by Town Meeting not the Board, and suggested reviewing the issue again for 88 Annual Town Meeting. Discussion re: Establishmentof Housin~ Opportunity Partnership Planning and Community Development Director Karen Nelson and Town Planner Scott Stocking met with the Board to discuss the possible formation of a Housing Opportunity Partnership, which is a new state program. Ms. Nelson reported that such a partnership can be very helpful in working with developers of low and moderate housing units prior to going to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Stocking added that the state-mandated requirements are very short through"the ZBA process, and establishment of such a partnership would provide for additional time to review the proposal Town Manager Paul Sharon noted that MCAD would view the establishment as a.very positive effort, and would make available certain state funds to the Town. Upon a motion by Salisbury, seconded by Bahrawy, voted 4-0 to take it under advisement while members talk with some people who might serve well on the paTtnership. Approval of Audit Firm Town Manager Paul Sharon reported that 4 proposals have been received for an audit of the Town's books for FY 87, and recommended accepting the proposal of Peat Marwick..:Motion.by Crouch, seconded by Salisbury, voted 4-0 to approve the retention of KPMG-Peat Marwick for the purposes of conducting the annual audit of the Town's books. Appointment to Historical Commission As a result of balloting for the vacancy on the Historical Commission created by the resignation of John Virr, Susan Bourn*vel was appointed by a 3-1 vote (Mr. Bahrawy voting for Pat Long). Catherine J. Hicks, Administrative *****t*nt****************--~.~ Clerk November 23, 1987 The Board held a regular meeting on this date with 4 members present, Mr. Crouch arriving at the end of the meeting; Christine Smith away on vacation; Town Manager Paul D. Sharon present. The minutes of September Z1, were approved with correction,'.September 28~w~ra approved with correc- tion, October 5 were approved with correction, October 19 as presented. New England Tel. Petition The Board approved the petition to install one pole on Wilson Dr. to-provide service,to.a new home. LICENSING COMMISSIONERS: Request for Taxi Permit Ted Grasso met with the Board with his request for taxi licenses to operate North Andvoer Airpor Taxi from the Lawrence Municipal Airport. Mr. Grasso reported that he will be purchasing 2 new vehicles. The Board provided him with a copy of the newly adopted regulations and asked him to return to a future Board meeting for future discussion. Interviews: Housin8 Authority The Board:~ogether,.with members of~-~h~Housin~.Authoriry~interviewed Helen Carney-f6r the vacancy~created~,by,,,th~ re~ignmtion~ofoMal%o~m~Norwood. As a result of balloting, Helen Faye was appointed by 4-3 (Salisbury, Graham, Morkeski voting for Carney). Ms. Faye's term =o expire in 1991. Public Hearin8: Spec. Town Mtg. Articles 7 & 8 Article 7: Mr. Nick DeBftetto. spoke on behalf of Mr. Duda, owner of the North Andover Shell petitioner,.citing a desire'~o keep the station open. late to make ends meet, adding that he will camoflauge the lighting to benefit his neighbors. Mr. DeBttetto added that Shell feels that Mr. Dude is not utilizing a~. asset- Rte. 495. Opposition was heard from residents in the area citing noise pollution during late hours. Article 8: Haffner Fournier spoke on behalf of himself aspeti~ioner~orself service gas stations. He.stated that self-serve is safer and they have not experienced a problem with noise. Chairman Graham reported that a recommendation of the Board will beTprovided prior to the Dec. 10 Spec. Town Meeting.