HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-09-16 Board of Public Works MinutesMeeting of the Board of Public Works, September 16, 1985 Page 1
A meeting of the Board of Public Works convened in Room 16, Municipal
Building at 7:30 P.M. Present were Chairman Barker, Secretary Hampson,
Board Members Griffin and Boucher, Superintendent A.V. Fletcher, P.E. and
Assistant Superintendent William A. Redford.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to accept the minutes of the
Board of Public Works Meeting of September 9, 1985 as amended.
Under the Superintendent's Report:
Superintendent Fletcher presented the Board with a written report on
General Information including roadway reconstruction information and
shortage of personnel.
Under Chairman's Comments:
Chairman Barker reported that he received a call tonight from Jack
Russell of the Board of Selectmen that there is a Law Committee meeting
scheduled for Tuesday evening September 17 at 7:30 P.M. The Chairman
asked the other three Board members to be thinking about a replacement for
Arthur Polychrones for the remainder of this term.
He asked that the Board make a note on their calendars of a meeting
with the Conservation Commission on Monday evening, October 21 at 7:00
P.M. at the Town Hall Annex to discuss the Birch Meadow Drive scenario.
The Board adjourned temporarily at 7:45 P.M. to meet as the Board of
Survey.
The Board reconvened at 7:55 P.M.
Under Town Meeting Preparation:
Mr. Boucher stated as a result of the last Finance Committee Meeting,
I wanted to bring a few commments before the Board. One is the statement
the Chairman of the Planning Board made that we had asked that they do a
study of the other sites. My recollection was that we all saw the value
of getting a comparable cost analysis for the development of the hike Site
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vs. the John Street site. We did not ask that they restudy the whole
town. I felt this was unnecessary. I think they were remiss in that they
should have put those resources towards the Hike Site only. Also, my
understanding is that the facility plans we have now were specifically
drawn up for the John Street site and anything new will require
engineering studies and new plans would have to be drawn up. Also a
thorough hydrological study should be made of the Hike Site before any
study is planned.
Mr. Griffin stated in relation to a statement made by Dick Sullivan,
we have a building or series of buildings north of us that require a great
deal of work to protect our own well field. It seems to me they would
probably require, at a minimum, a MEPA Study of the Hike Site because of
its proximity to the Lynnfield Water Supply.
Superintendent Fletcher stated not only Lynnfield but the people in
Reading could demand a MEPA Study.
Mr. Griffin stated this possibility of delay must be considered.
Superintendent Fletcher added that one of the criteria for requesting
a MEPA review could be vehicle trips per day.
Superintendent Fletcher stated it would appear now that it would cost
about $12,000 to prepare a split site presentation. He will be meeting
with Mr. Flagg of C.E. Maguire regarding this issue.
Chairman Barker stated I think we should at least have a general feel
for bid savings for total administration, elimination of the Board Room,
and adding a small conference room. What is the cost of preparing this?
He also requested a list of certain costs built in due to State
regulations.
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After further discussion, Mr. Boucher stated we have the preliminary
report from the Planning Board, we have to be prepared also.
Regarding the Nike Site scenario, Mr. Hampson stated there probably
will be court action taken by the homeowners.
Mr. Boucher stated he has been talking to one of the people near the
site and they have been talking to an attorney.
Chairman Barker stated regarding the Facility Relocation Committee,
there were several Boards and Committees respresented. I feel that a
statement must be made regarding my position as Chairman of that Committee
being in conflict.
The Board next reviewed possible items for November Town Meeting
Articles as listed on the memo from Assistant Superintendent McIntire.
Regarding the Aquifer Protection Plan motion, this will be presented
by the Planning Board with back up technical information presented by the
Department of Public Works.
Superintendent Fletcher stated upon petition to DEDE declaring a water
emergency, we have the right to shut an individual water service down if
they do not comply with our regulations.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to place an article for Fall Town
Meeting to change the By-Law to allow enforcement of a water ban.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to sponsor an article to accept
the overall sewer use by-laws.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to sponsor an article to permit
legal entry on/into properties where water meter problems are suspected.
The Board next discussed the first cut of the FY87 budget.
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Superintendent Fletcher stated all salary accounts are increased by
5.5%. The other accounts are increased or decreased by what staff felt
applicable.
Chairman barker requested under Engineering salaries to make sure this
encompasses a full time engineer. He also asked that line painting be
done three times per year. He also requested sufficient summer labor
dollars for all hydrants to be painted on a bi-annual basis. He also
stated that on Arthur B. Lord Drive northerly sidewalk crossing to Forest
Street westerly needs a sidewalk. Perhaps this should be included in the
FY88 Budget.
After further budget discussions, it was decided to continue this
budget discussion at a later date.
The board signed the Payroll and the billroll for the period ending
September 13, 1985.
The meeting adjourned at 9;30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Greta
