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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-02-14 Board of Selectmen PacketDRAFT - BOARD OF SELECTMEN AGENDAS j Staff Estimated Responsibility Start time future agendas IPolicy on use of the AHTF IPolicy on displaying street numbers I ] IPreview licensing and Permitting software. (Review license and permit fees IPolicy on Trust Fund Commissioners February 14, 2012 Workshop Hearing IPolicy on Amplified Sound in Public Parks I I 7:30 (Update on Poet's Corner road project lZambouras I 8:00 Presentation on RYB proposal re "tennis court" field Feudo 9:00 Review Compost Center operations and needs Zager Discussion of further limits on household rubbish Zager/Kinsella February 28, 2012 Presentation I ITafoya I Hearing Establish Sturges Park Planning Committee Hechenbleikner Close warrant - Presidential Primary and Town Elections Gemme (Close ATM warrant (Hechenbleikner (Presentation on Conservation regulations IMaughan I IMareh 6, 2012 -Election Day (March 13, 2012 Office Hour (Richard Schubert IRe-organization of Board of Selectmen IReview 2011 Audit Presentation RMLD re Renewal Energy Certificates Amend Section 5.1 - Community Services Hearing revolving funds 9:15 9:30 7:00 7:30 7:55 8:00 8:30 I ] I i ] 6:30 (Hechenbleikner I LaPointe Hechenbleikner EDC presentation of Downtown Improvements and Events Trust program for 2012 Clarke ]March 27, 2012 ISidewalk improvement program review BCC and sunset clauses I ] April 10, 2012 Office Hour (Stephen Goldy I 6:30 ]Hearing IW/S/SWM Rates !Zager/LeLacheur I 2 (Hearing (BCC and sunset clauses I I I I , (April 23" 2012- Annual Town Meeting - (April 24, 2012 - 'I (April 26, 2012 - Annual Town Meeting I IApri130 2012 - Annual l, Meeting 1 I' I IMay 201.2 - Annual Town Meeting 1 I I I I May 8, 2012 I I Office Hour (Ben Tafoya I I I 6:30 L I IJune 5, 2012 I I (Office Hour I I 6:30 I Oune 119, 2012 I ~ I - I 1 (June 26, 2012 I Appointments of Boards, Committees, Commissions I I I . (July 10, 2012 I I (Office Hour i (James Bonazoli I I I 6:30 I ~ I I July 24, 2012 I I. IAugust 7, 2012 (Office Hour (Richard Schubert I i 6:30 l August 21, 2012 I I I ISeptember 6, 2012 - State Primary I_ ~ I ISeptember 11, 2012 (Office Hour IStephen Goldy I I 6:30 I Close Warrant - State Primary Election I I I I I ISeptember 25, 2012 I (Close STM Warrant I I I I (October 9, 2012 I. 1 Office Hour I Ben Tafoya I 6:30 ITax Classification preview I I I I I October 23, 2012 I ~ I I I 3 ~ November 6, 2012 -State Election :I ~ I I L November 13, 2012 - Subsequent Town Meeting. November 15, 2012- Subsequent Town Meeting. I I November 19, 2012 - Subsequent Town Meeting_ November 20, 2012 I I I (Office Hour I I 6:30 ITax Classification hearing IApprove Liquor Licenses I November 26, 2012 - Subsequent Town Meeting. I I I i ~ December 4, 2012 (Office Hour (James Bonazoli I 6:30 I IApprove licenses IApprove early openings/24 hour openings I I December 18, 2012 I I 4 Legal Notice (Seal) Town of Reading To the Inhabitants of the Town of Reading: Please take notice that the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, Massachusetts on adopting a Policy on Amplified Sound in Parks. A copy of the proposed documents regarding this topic is available in the Town Manager's office, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, M-W-Thurs from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Tues from 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and is attached to the hearing notice on the website at www.readin2ma. 2ov All interested parties are invited to attend the hearing, or may submit their comments in writing or by email prior to 6:00 p.m. on February 14, 2012 to townmana2er(a,ci.reading.ma.us By order of Peter I. Hechenbleikner Town Manager To the Chronicle: Please publish on February 9, 2012 Send the bill and tear sheet to: Town.Manager, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867 Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867-2685 FAX: (781) 942 - 5441 RECREATION DIVISION: (781) 942 - 9075 On January 30`h, 2012, the Ad Hoc Amplified Sound Committee voted to propose the following language to the Board of Selectmen: RULE 4. Amplified Sound - Users of public property and abutting residents should have an expectation of quiet enjoyment of the Town's public parks, playgrounds, recreation and other open space areas. This rule recognizes that these properties are the site of some activities which inherently create levels of noise due to customary and usual uses such as fans cheering, referee and coach's whistles, and bands playing during football games. There is also recognition that as a community the public parks, playgrounds, recreation and other open space areas are the site of occasional community events which use amplified sound such as school field days, community fairs, and fireworks displays, etc. Amplified sound is defined as voice, music or any sound extended above and beyond its normal range by an electronic device or secondary means such as a radio, megaphone or non-electric equipment. The use of amplified sound in public parks, playgrounds, recreation and other open space areas is not permitted without a permit to be granted by the Recreation Committee or other agency which has jurisdiction over said public property. When permitted, the use of amplified sound shall be controlled by the permit holder such that the volume, direction, and duration of the sound is the minimum needed to meet the purpose of the use of the sound, and which will minimize the impact of the sound on other users of the park, playground, or other public property and its abutters. The intent of this rule is to allow, with a permit from the Recreation Committee or other agency which has jurisdiction over said public property, reasonable and occasional playing of music or use of amplified sound while considering location, content, duration and frequency such as an annual fair, once a year all-star sports games, etc. The use of amplified sound is not intended to be a routine for recurring events such as play by play announcements for sporting events and other repeated use of music and amplified sound. The permitting authority should consider the frequency of amplified permits per park or recreation site and afford significant consideration to the neighbors abutting the permitted areas as regards to their inconvenience created by said permit. When a permit is granted, a copy of the permit shall be transmitted to the Board of Selectmen at least 3 days before the event at which the music or amplified sound is to be used. Additionally, all permitted dates of amplified sound will be posted in a conspicuous place on the Town's website as well as available by contacting the Recreation Division or head of any other agency having jurisdiction over the public property for which a permit has been granted. 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This means that customers will need to have a digital converter or digital adapter from Comcast, or a third party device with a CableCARDTm, for each television on which they wish to continue receiving Comcast video services.ls In order to make this enhancement as seamless as possible for our customers, Comcast will provide customers digital equipment in accordance with their service level: • Limited Basic Service only customers can receive up to three digital adapters at no additional monthly charge. Additional digital adapters are available to Limited Basic-only customers for $0.50 per month each and will provide access to Limited Basic channels. • Digital Economy and Family Tier customers can receive up to two digital adapters at no additional monthly charge. Additional digital adapters are available to these customers for $0.50 each per month and will provide access to Limited Basic channels. • Customers subscribing to higher tiers of service can receive up to two digital adapters at no additional monthly service charge, including those they may have previously ordered. Additional digital adapters are available to these customers for $1.99 each per month and will provide access to Limited Basic and Expanded Basic channels. is Customers with a Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM) Tuner television will continue to be able to receive Limited Basic Service channels only without a digital device. In order to see any channels other than Limited Basic Service channels, a QAM tuner TV will need a digital device. The Limited Basic Service line-up varies by area but in general includes local broadcast TV stations plus local government, education and public access channels. Digital Adapters do not pass HD signals and do not provide access to two-way services such as the interactive program guide, On Demand and pay-per-view. In addition, digital adapters only provide access to Limited Basic and Expanded Basic channels depending on subscription level. 40 awl Comcast customers may call us toll-free at 1-877-634-4434, go on-line at www.comcast.com/digitalnow, or visit a Comcast service center to determine the best solution for their home. Comcast customers will receive multiple notices about the enhancement; the enclosed are samples of the communications. If you should have any questions or concerns regarding this project, or any other cable-related matter, please feel free to contact me at (978) 927-5700 x43024. Sincerely, j~i~t. Ly~r~uz Jane M. Lyman Sr. Manager of Government & Regulatory Affairs 41 q Q~Z Sample - Limited Basic Service John Q. Sample 123 Any Street Apt. 1-A Anytown, US 12345-6789 Our network upgrade to an all-digital platform will soon be complete, providing you with channels broadcasted exclusively in digital format - so you can enjoy your favorite programs in. crisp digital picture and sound. But first, you'll need to verify that you have the right digital equipment for each of your TVs. Without the right digital equipment, you may lose your current channels. Here's how easy it is: Check your TVs for digital equipment DIGITAL CONVERTER DIGITAL ADAPTER To Continue receiving all of your current channels, you should check each TV in your home to see if it's connected to a digital converter, digital adapter or CableCARD" device (like a TiVo). If it is, that TV Actual equipment may vary. does not need any additional equipment. If all of your TVs are connected to a digital converter, digital adapter or CableCAR® device, there's nothing you need to do! If you still need digital devices, go to steps 2 and 3. 1*1 Order equipment at comcast.com/digitainow ■ Have your Unique ID or account # handy (at the top of this, letter). ■ Receive one digital adapter for your primary outlet and up to two digital adapters for your additional outlets at no additional monthly service charge. ■ There's no charge for shipping this order, and it's easy to install. Professional installation is available at an additional charge. ■ Additional adapters are $0.50 each per month. ■ You can also order your equipment by calling 1-877-634-4434. ® Activate your equipment It's easy - visit comcast.com/digitainow; you'll find helpful tips, FAQs and step-by-step self-installation videos. Order by April 10, 2012 and prepare for XFINITY°I XFINITY service not available in all areas. Limited to residential customers receiving Limited Basic service. Digital converter and remote required to receive On Demand services. Access to HD channels requires an HDTV and may also require an HD converter at an additional cost. OAM tuner TVs will continue to receive Limited Basic channels 2-22, 58 and 95-99 without a digital device. Pricing subject to change. Applicable equipment, installation, taxes and franchise fees extra, Call for details, Comcast © 2012. All rights reserved. GBR_12_6DM_0212_V1 Btonly-CBRLPIAE 42 ccomcast. February 2012 Update on Network Upgrade for: John Q. Sample 123 Any Street Apt. 1 -A Anytown, US 12345-6789 Unique Digital ID [X)O(X-XXXX-X)=-XXX>q Account POOOOOOOOOOO(] Home Phone P=-)=-X)ON Comcast's network upgrade to an all-digital platform will soon be complete, bringing you all the amazing entertainment and features of XFINITY8 TV, Internet and Voice. This means all your channels will be broadcast exclusively in digital format. After April 17, 2012, equipment may be required to receive ALL channels including Limited Basic channels most of which are located between 2-22, 58 and 95-99. You'll need to make sure you have the right digital equipment on all of your -TVs. Follow these simple steps: 9% %p Check your TVs for digital equipment DIGITAL CONVERTER DIGITAL ADAPTER To continue receiving all of your current channels, you should check _'JI1111111kIL" each TV in your home to see if it's connected to a digital converter, T digital adapter or CableCARD 'device (like a TiVo). If it is, that TV Actual equipment may vaty. does not need any additional equipment. - If all of your TVs are connected to a digital converter, digital adapter or CableCARD device, there's nothing you need to do! If you still need digital devices, go to steps 2 and 3. -1 'Cl Order equipment at comcast.com/digitainow Have your Unique ID or account # handy (at the top of this letter). Receive up to a total of two digital adapters fincluding those you may have previously ordered) at no additional monthly service charge. There's no charge for shipping this order, and it's easy to install. Professional installation is available at an additional charge. Additional adapters are $1.99 each per month. You can also order your equipment by calling 1-877-634-4434. 0 Activate your equipment It's easy - visit comcast.com/digitainow; you'll find helpful tips, FAQs and step-by-step self-installation videos. Order by April 10, 2012 and prepare for XFINITY01 XFINITYservice notavailable in all areas, Limitedto residential customers receiving Digital Economy and Family Tier Expanded Basicservice. Digital converter and remote requiredto receive the Interactive Program Guide, On Demand and other interactive services. Accessto HD channels requires an HDTV and may also require an HD converteratan additional cost. CIAMtunerTVs Mil confinueto receive Limited Basic channels 2-22,58 and 95-99withouta digitaldevice. mcast, Pricing subject to change. Applicable equipment, installation, taxes and franchise fees extra, Call for details. CDMcast @ 2012. All rights reserved, CCO GBR-1 2JDM-021233 -B2-Starter-CBRLP1 DE 43 qa'; ~ Sample -Svc tiers higher than Limited Basic