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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-11-29 Board of Selectmen HandoutDRAFT MOTIONS BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING NOVEMBER 29, 2016 Halsey, Sexton, Berman, Arena, Ensminger LeLacheur 5a) Move that the Board of Selectmen close the hearing on the early opening for Tread on the Mill. Move that the Board of Selectmen approve a license to operate a retail business between the hours of midnight and 6:00 a.m. pursuant to Section 7.1 of the Reading General Bylaws and further pursuant to Section 3.9 of the Board of Selectmen Policies to Tread on the Mill, 11 — 13 High Street, subject to the following conditions: 1. This license is for approval, pursuant to the Board of Selectmen regulation 3.9, to open for business not earlier than 5:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday, and not earlier than 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, Sunday and holidays. 2. This approval expires at midnight on December 31, 2017; 3. All signs shall conform to the Zoning Bylaws of the Town of Reading; In granting this license the Board finds that in accordance with Section 5.10.4 of the General Bylaws: • It is in the interest of the public health, safety and welfare or that public necessity or convenience will be served by permitting such operation; and • There is no detrimental effect of such operation on the Town or the immediately abutting neighbors. 5c) Move to place the following names into nomination for one position on the School Committee with a term expiring April 4, 2017: Nicolas Boivin Erin Calvo -Bacci awes Vineent Mft tin withdrew application Michael Louis Moresco Jeanette Quiles - Vigorito Sherri VandenAkker 61 5e) Move that the Board of Selectmen close the hearing on amending Article 3 of the Board of Selectmen Policies. Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the amendments to Article 3 of the Board of Selectmen Policies as presented. 5f) Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the All Alcoholic Club Liquor Licenses for: ♦ Reading Overseas Veterans, Inc. d /b /a Reading Overseas Veterans, 575 Main Street ♦ Meadow Brook Golf Corp. of Reading, MA d /b /a Meadow Brook Golf Club, 292 Grove Street ♦ Home Building Corp. d /b /a Knights of Columbus, 11 Sanborn Street ♦ Reading Veterans' Association, Inc. d /b /a American Legion Post 62, 37 Ash Street for a term expiring December 31, 2017 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the All Alcoholic Package Store Liquor Licenses for: ♦ HT Reading Liquors LLC d /b /a Wine and Spirits, 345 Main Street ♦ Raksha, Inc. d /b /a Square Liquors, 11 High Street ♦ Jay and Ricky, Inc. d /b /a Ricky's Liquor, 214 Main Street ♦ Anstasi Brookline Inc. d /b /a Reading Fine Wine and Spirits, 28 Walkers Brook Drive ♦ Kajal and Kevin LLC d /b /a Liquor Junction, 128 Market Place Shopping Center, One General Way ♦ Pamplemousse Inc. d /b /a Pamplemousse, 26 Haven Street for a term expiring December 31, 2017 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the All Alcoholic Restaurant Liquor Licenses for: ♦ Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza of Reading LLC d /b /a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, 48 Walkers Brook Drive — pending issuance of inspection certificate from the Building Inspector once construction is complete ♦ Mandarin Reading, Inc. d /b /a Mandarin Reading Restaurant, 296 Salem Street ♦ Mecom, Inc. d /b /a Cafe Capri, 355 Main Street ♦ CAC Foods, Inc. d /b /a Venetian Moon Restaurant, 680 Main Street ♦ Pepper Dining Inc. d /b /a Chili's Grill & Bar, 70 Walkers Brook Drive ♦ The Boland Group III, LLC d /b /a Fuddruckers, 50 Walkers Brook Drive ♦ Bertucci's Restaurant Corp. d /b /a Bertucci's Italian Restaurant, 45 Walkers Brook Drive ♦ RARE Hospitality International, Inc. d /b /a Longhorn Steak House, 39 Walkers Brook Drive ♦ Ristorante Pavarotti, Inc. d /b /a Ristorante Pavarotti, 601 Main Street ♦ Unagi Servers Inc. d /b /a Biltmore & Main Bar and Grill, 530 Main Street ♦ KOK, Inc. d /b /a Oye's, 26 Walkers Brook Drive ♦ Bistro Concepts, Inc. d /b /a Fuscilli's Cucina, 107 Main Street ♦ Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado d /b /a Chipotle Mexican Grill ♦ RKR Corporation d /b /a Bunratty Tavern, 622 Main Street for a term expiring December 31, 2017 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the Wine and Malt Restaurant Liquor License for: • Palatat Pattenesuan d /b /a Bangkok Spice Thai Restaurant, 76 Haven Street D for a term expiring December 31, 2017 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the General on Premise Wine and Malt Liquor License for: • The Art Lounge LLC d /b /a The Art Lounge on Haven, 78 Haven Street for a term expiring December 31, 2017 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. 6a) Move that the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of November 15, 2016 as amended. Move that the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting at p.m. 0 LEGAL NOTICE r TOWN OF READING} ;,•:,1. To the Inhabitants of the -!I`0A of Reading: . 'u Please take notice that,thq Board of Selectmen of Town of Reading will �oj:a public hearing on NovgrgqelK. 29, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in'the Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16 Lowell Street, Reaariq, Massachusetts on a regUedt for early opening 5:0011.m. for Tread LLC at Tread ortlht Mill, 11 —13 High Street.' A copy of the proposed docu- ment regarding this toptc4 available in the Towh Manager's office, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, WW Thurs from 7:30 a.m.. -« §:30 p.m., Tues from 7:30 a.m,LL 7:00 p.m. and is attached�to. the hearing .notice on'tbre. website at J f,A • www, read ingma_gov All interested parties are�iriVit-' ed to-attend the hearing-, or may submit their commetrts'in writing or by email priori© 6:00 p.m. on Novemb &.V'2d� 2016 town man ager @ci. read inq &ra .us J. 1, �• By order of Robert W.LeLacheur Town Manager ti 11.22.16 " ,�Cvl Schena, Paula From: Lel-acheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 4:30 PM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: [Reading MAI Jeanette for school committee Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: <Lisaoconnorl9699gmail.com> Date: November 29, 2016 at 4:09:47 PM EST To: <selectmengci.reading ma.us> Subject: [Reading MA] Jeanette for school committee Hello Board of Selectmen, Lisa O'Connor (Lisaoconnorl969kgmail.com) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at hqp://www.readingma.gov/user/475/edit. Message: The school committee would be lucky to have Jeanette Vigoritto on their team!! Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:27 PM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] School committee - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of liacolomba @yahoo.com Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:26 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] School committee Hello Board of Selectmen, Liana Colomba (liacolomba @vahoo.com) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message: Please elect Jeannette Vigorito! Thank you! Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:12 PM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] Elections - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of Imusto @alleghenycontract.com Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:06 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] Elections Hello Board of Selectmen, Luigi Musto (Imusto @alleghenycontract.com) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message: Jeanette Vigoritto for School Committee Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:05 PM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] Elections BOS packet - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of lulalou @comcast.net Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:04 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] Elections Hello Board of Selectmen, Justine Musto (lulalou @comcast.net) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message Jeanette Vigoritto for School Committee U61 Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 12:28 PM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] Opening on School Committee BOS packet - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of bill.cooper @wexinc.com Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 12:27 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] Opening on School Committee Hello Board of Selectmen, Bill Cooper (bill.cooper @wexinc.com) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message Good afternoon. My name is Bill Cooper. I've been a Reading resident since 1997 after marrying my wife Barbara who has been a lifelong Reading resident. We have our three children in public school... a Senior and Freshman at RMHS and a 4th grader at Barrows Elementary. I'm writing to show my support for Erin Calvo- Bacci, who applied for the open spot on the School Committee. I've known Erin since we attended U Mass Lowell together but she is a lifelong Reading resident. Erin is a mother, a business owner and has three children in school in Reading. As a parent and a business owner, Erin brings a great combination to the School Committee. She can look at the issues through the lens of a parent and simultaneously through the lens of the budget, something a business owner knows very well. Erin is passionate about the school experience of her daughters and the Town of Reading. She would be an excellent addition to and a great voice on the School Committee. Thank you, Bill Cooper Ib Schena, Paula From: Lel-acheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:26 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: [Reading MA] Open School Committee Seat BOS packet Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: <jvcioffi o,gmail.com> Date: November 29, 2016 at 11:13:25 AM EST To: <selectmen(a�ci.readin .ma.us> Subject: [Reading MA] Open School Committee Seat Hello Board of Selectmen, Joanne Vasily - Cioffi (ivcioffiggmail.com) has sent you a message via your contact form http://www.readingma.gov/user /475/contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http://www.readingma.gov/user/475/edit. Message: Dear Board of Selectman, I am writing in support of Jeannette Quiles Vigorito. Im my'opinion, she is the best candidate to fill the current vacancy on the School Committee. Jeanette brings to the position a perspective that no other candidate does - that of the parenting a child with special needs. Reading spends a significant amount of money educating its special needs population and making decisions that effect this population, yet it does not have anyone on the School Committee with direct experience of having a child with special needs in the Reading school system. You cannot substitute any degree, or job for the perspective that life experience brings you. Jeannette also has a typically developing child in the Reading school system, so she has a deep understanding of those needs as well. In addition, Jeannette has shown her commitment to helping children and the community through all of her wonderful volunteer experience. Lastly, her educational credentials prove that she is fully capable of digging into the hard work of the School Committee. I urge you to elect /appoint Jeannette as your next School Committee member tonight. Kind regards, Joanne Vasily - Cioffi 0) Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:09 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] Vacancy BOS packet Robert W. LeLacheur, Jr. CFA Town Manager, Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867 townmanager @ci.reading.ma.us (P) 781 - 942 -9043; (F) 781 - 942 -9037 www.readingma.gov Town Hall Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m.;Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday: CLOSED - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of Andreascullin @gmail.com Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:03 AM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] Vacancy Hello Board of Selectmen, Andrea Scullin (Andreascullin @gmail.com) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message: Hello! I am emailing you in support of Jeanette Vigoritto for the vacant School Committee position. Jeanette is a passionate advocate for children with special needs, an often under represented population. Thank you, Andrea Scullin Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:08 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] In support of Sherri VandenAkker BOS packet Robert W. LeLacheur, Jr. CFA Town Manager, Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867 townmanager @ci.reading.ma.us (P) 781 - 942 -9043; (F) 781 - 942 -9037 www.readingma.gov Town Hall Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m.;Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday: CLOSED - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of rachelhitch @yahoo.com Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:00 AM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] In support of Sherri VandenAkker Hello Board of Selectmen, Rachel Hitch (rachelhitch @)Iahoo.com) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message: Good morning Board of Selectmen- I want to express my support for the candidacy of Sherri VandenAkker for the role of interim School Committee member. Over the past few months, I have gotten to know Sherri through the networks of parents who have taken an active role in supporting Reading Public Schools. In this short time, I have been highly impressed with Sherri and I am certain that she will be a real asset to the Committee. It is clear that she would be a well - prepared, committed and intelligent member of the group and that she would work incredibly hard to ensure success for Reading's schools, teachers and students. I want to point out a few of her attributes in particular, both because I think they are important and valuable for the role, but also because she is one of the only candidates for the position that I believe have these qualities. * Sherri is thoughtful, intelligent and takes time to research the facts before she takes a position. 1 9 * She is measured in her responses, reflects on alternative perspectives, and considers the evidence that others bring to bear. * She is willing to both take a stand and advocate for what she believes in, but she is also open to discussion and can change her mind. * She is mindful of the past and the deep history of the town, but she also is open to innovation and willing to consider that there may be new options and different ways to achieve goals * She understands that Reading faces a challenging financial position, and she is willing to make tough choices with limited funds. At the same time, she will also be willing to ensure that the right investments are made to adequately support the schools. I hope that you will nominate Sherri for the School Committee role. She is the most qualified and the best fit for the position and she will serve the town and the schools with intelligence, commitment and care. Thank you, Rachel Hitch, Town Meeting Member 45 Bear Hill Rd a Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:08 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: [Reading MA] School Committee Chair BOS packet Robert W. LeLacheur, Jr. CFA Town Manager, Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867 townmanager @ci.reading.ma.us (P) 781 - 942 -9043; (F) 781 - 942 -9037 www.readingma.gov Town Hall Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m.;Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday: CLOSED - - - -- Original Message---- - From: vtsdmailer @vt -s.net [mailto:vtsdmailer @vt- s.net] On Behalf Of laurenbennett3 @verizon.net Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 11:00 AM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: [Reading MA] School Committee Chair Hello Board of Selectmen, Lauren Bennett (laurenbennett3 @verizon.net) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /edit. Message: Please consider Jeanette Vigorito for the empty chair position. She is a Special Ed parent and we desperately need someone that understands special ed from a parent perspective to fill the chair. She has been a resident of Reading for over 13 years. She has 2 kids: 1 special needs (15). She has been an active volunteer in the district for the entire time. She is a lawyer and does a lot of volunteer work: Volunteer Lawyers project, Federation for Special Needs Volunteer Foster Care Review DCF 1 �" Volunteer Foster Parent for MA (1yr) Volunteer Committee Experience: Coolidge PTO Secretary 1yr Coolidge PTO President 2yrs Killam School Committee (current) Killam Halloween Committee (3yrs) Work Committee Experience: Chair of The Elite Support Change Management Team Schools I have volunteered at: Wood End (6yr) Coolidge (3yr) Killam (3yr) Also a volunteer work at: Merrimack Valley Legal Services Thank you Lauren Bennett rloij Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 7:16 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: Vacancy on the School Committee Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: "Borawski, Jeanne" < jeanne .borawskigreading.kl2.ma.us> Date: November 29, 2016 at 6:55:13 AM EST To: "blelacheurggi.reading ma.us" <blelacheurgci.reading ma.us >, John Halsey <j ohnhalseygverizon.net> Cc: "Doherty, John" < John.Dohertygreading.kl2.ma.us> Subject: Fw: Vacancy on the School Committee From: Jack Devir <cufoil @verizon.net> Sent: Sunday, November 27, 2016 9:30 PM To: iohniarena @gmail.com; Borawski, Jeanne; danensminger @comcast.net; johnhalsev @verizon.net; ksexton@ci.reading.ma.us; bberman @ci.reading.ma.us Subject: Fwd: Vacancy on the School Committee -- - - - - -- Original Message -- - - - - -- From: Jack Devir Date: Nov 27, 2016 8:36:40 PM Subject: Vacancy on the School Committee Erin Calvo Bacci is an applicant for the vacancy on the Town of Reading School Committee . I first met Erin at the Chocolate Truffle several years ago . We are both Town Meeting members and have discussed various issues . Erin grew up in Reading and understands the needs and wants of the Town . She has been very active in Town attending various Board meetings including the School Committee . Her experience as a small business owner and as a parent of school age children makes her a well rounded i �� person who can be an asset to the School Committee position . I highly recommend you vote for Erin to fill this vacancy. Regards. John (Jack) Devir Pct. 1 Town Meeting Member Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 7:16 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: Open School Committee Position Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: "Borawski, Jeanne" < jeanne .borawskigreading.kl2.ma.us> Date: November 29, 2016 at 6:55:46 AM EST To: "blelacheurga,ci.readin .ma.us" <blelacheurgci.reading ma.us >, John Halsey <j ohnhalseynverizon.net> Cc: "Doherty, John" <John.Doherty,reading.kI2.ma.us> Subject: Fw: Open School Committee Position From: Melissa Davis <davis.email@vahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, November 26, 2016 2:07 PM To: Borawski, Jeanne; Robinson, Charles; Webb, Elaine; Nihan, Gary; Joyce, Julianne; Dockser, Linda; Doherty, John Subject: Open School Committee Position Dear School Committee Members and Dr. Doherty, As always, thank you for your time helping the students of Reading. As you interview candidates for the open school committee position, I implore you to consider candidates who have a strong background in special education. Given the issues surrounding the district's Level 3 status and Joshua Eaton's low performing students with disabilities category on state testing, it is imperative that the school committee has a member who can truly relate to the needs of these vulnerable students. Thank you, Melissa Davis Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent:, Tuesday, November 29, 2016 7:16 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: Candidate for School Committee Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: "Borawski, Jeanne" < jeanne .borawskikreading.kl2.ma.us> Date: November 29, 2016 at 6:57:31 AM EST To: "blelacheurkci.reading ma.us" <blelacheurkci.reading ma.us >, John Halsey <j ohnhalseynverizon.net> Cc: "Doherty, John" <John.Dohert kreading,kI2.ma.us> Subject: Fw: Candidate for School Committee From: Jennifer Hillery <lenniferchillery @gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 2016 3:43 PM To: Borawski, Jeanne; Dockser, Linda; Nihan, Gary; Robinson, Charles; Webb, Elaine Subject: Candidate for School Committee Dear School Committee Members, Thank you for all your continued hard work on behalf of our schools. We are writing to you to share our support for one of the applicants for the open School Committee position - Sherri Vanden Akker. As evidenced in her letter to School Committee and the Board of Selectmen, Ms. Vanden Akker has a career in education, has been recognized as a leader in the field, and is a committed volunteer in our schools and community. Further, we have witnessed Ms. Vanden Akker play an active role countering false or misguided information and providing a reasoned perspective in social media discussions about the town and schools. Indeed, social media played a very large role in the October override vote as pointed out by the town Manager at a recent Board of Selectman's meeting, therefore Ms. Vanden Akker's participation in trying to provide accurate information and be an advocate for our town and schools in this setting can't be discounted. We are very concerned about the future of our schools in the upcoming fiscal year, and feel it is critical to choose a candidate who can draw on her background and experience, can hit the ground running, and be a team player. Based on all of the above, we believe that Ms. Vanden Akker could do all of these things. Thank you very much for your time. CO Have a very happy and peaceful Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Jennifer and Matthew Hillery 183 High Street Reading, MA 617.650.0338 e Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 7:15 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: Supporting Sherri Venden Akker for School Committee Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: "Borawski, Jeanne" < Jeanne .borawskigreading.kl2.ma.us> Date: November 29, 2016 at 6:59:13 AM EST To: "blelacheurkci.reading ma.us" <blelacheu kci.readin .ma.us >, John Halsey <j ohnhalseyAverizon.net> Cc: "Doherty, John" <John. Dohertygreading,k I 2.ma.us> Subject: Fw: Supporting Sherri Venden Akker for School Committee From: Eric Burkhart <eiburkhart @gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 2016 12:57 PM To: Borawski, Jeanne; Dockser, Linda; Nihan, Gary; Robinson, Charles; Webb, Elaine Cc: Barry Berman; johnhalsev @verizon.net; danensminger @comcast.net; kevinmsexton @gmail.com; iohnjarena @gmail.com Subject: Supporting Sherri Venden Akker for School Committee Reading School Committee and Board of Selectmen, I would like to add my voice to the several already supporting Sherri Venden Akker for the School Committee opening. I believe she has the credentials, drive, and devotion to make a solid contribution to an already- strong group. The selection of a candidate of Sherri's qualifications is all the more important as we navigate the challenging post- override environment, and I respectfully ask that you support her candidacy. Thank you, Eric Burkhart F-mir Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 7:14 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: School Committee Appointment Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: "Borawski, Jeanne" <_ ieanne .borawskigreading.kl2.ma.us> Date: November 29, 2016 at 7:00:37 AM EST To: "blelacheurgci.readin .ma.us" <blelacheurgci.readin .ma.us >, John Halsey <i ohnhalsey@verizon.net> Cc: "Doherty, John" < John. Dohertyna,reading.kI2.ma.us> Subject: Fw: School Committee Appointment From: Andrew Friedmann <andyfriedmann1281@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, November 19, 2016 9:10 AM To: Borawski, Jeanne; Dockser, Linda; Nihan, Gary; Webb, Elaine; Robinson, Charles Subject: School Committee Appointment Dear School Committee, First, thank you for volunteering so much of your time for the town. am writing to encourage you to accept the application of Sherri VandenAkker to fill the vacancy on your committee. I have read Sherri's letter of application and believe we would be lucky to have such a qualified educator on the Town's School Committee. Regards, Andy Friedmann Schena, Paula From: Sent: To: Subject: Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: LeLacheur, Bob Tuesday, November 29, 2016 7:13 AM Schena, Paula Fwd: Note of support for Sherri Vanden Akker to School Committee From: "Borawski, Jeanne" < jeanne .borawskikreading.kl2.ma.us> Date: November 29, 2016 at 7:03:52 AM EST To: "blelacheur&ci.readin .ma.us" <blelacheurgci.readin .ma.us >, John Halsey <j ohnhalseygverizon.net> Cc: "Doherty, John" <John.Dohertygreading.kl2.ma.us> Subject: Fw: Note of support for Sherri Vanden Akker to School Committee From: Bryn Panee Burkhart <brynb @mit.edu> Sent: Sunday, November 20, 2016 2:46 PM To: Borawski, Jeanne; Dockser, Linda; Nihan, Gary; Robinson, Charles; Webb, Elaine Cc: Barry Berman; iohnhalsey @verizon.net; danensminger @comcast.net; kevinmsexton @gmail.com; 'iohniarena @gmail.com' Subject: Note of support for Sherri Vanden Akker to School Committee Dear Reading School Committee members and Reading Board of Selectman, I am writing to submit my strong support for Sherri Vanden Akker, who is applying for the vacant School Committee position. Sherri's background as an educator and higher education administrator will add value to the difficult budget process that lies ahead for the town. As part of Springfield College's faculty, she's served on the faculty senate and worked within diverse teams to help shape the college's general education requirements. She is someone who takes in all perspectives and viewpoints and works respectfully within political and hierarchical structures. (This should come in handy!) Further, as an involved parent and citizen in town, Sherri cares deeply about the future of the Reading Public schools and is committed to achieving positive student outcomes across all levels. I e2---y believe she has the passion, heart, smarts and focus to contribute immediately and positively to our School Committee. I respectfully ask that you strongly consider and ultimately support Sherri's candidacy. Thank you, Bryn Panee Burkhart Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 6:18 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: School committee vacancy - support for VandenAkker BOS packet Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Geoffrey Coram <gjcoram(c�yahoo.com> Date: November 28, 2016 at 10:40:08 PM EST To: Reading - Selectmen <selectmenkci.reading ma.us> Cc: Jeanne Borawski < jeanne .borawskigreading.kl2.ma.us >, Linda Snow Dockser <ldockser&erizon.net>, Elaine Webb < elaine.webbnreading.kl2.ma.us >, "gar .nihankreading.kl2.ma.us" < gars.nihan(greading.kl2.ma.us >, Chuck Robinson <charles.robinsonna reading.kl2.ma.us> Subject: School committee vacancy - support for VandenAkker Reply -To: Geoffrey Coram < jcoram@,yahoo.com> Dear Selectmen and School Committee members: I just read through the applications for the short-term vacancy on the school committee. Since it is a short term opening, and since the budget process is already under way, I would suggest that Nicholas Boivin has a head start on the other applicants, since he served as a budget parent last year. None of the other applicants listed that qualification. However, I would also like to express my support for Sherri VandenAkker. Her qualifications (PhD and teaching experience) are a step above Mr. Bouvin's -- and head and shoulders above the others. I found her comments on social media during the override attempt to be thoughtful and well considered, and I think she has picked up much information that would be helpful during the budget process. I also note her experience on the Joshua Eaton School Improvement committee. Regards, Geoffrey Coram Ridge Road (P Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Monday, November 28, 2016 8:32 AM To: Schena, Paula Cc: Reading - Selectmen Subject: FW: Letter of Support for Erin Calvo -Bacci BOS packet From: Daniel Ensminger at home Sent: Monday, November 28, 2016 7:39 AM To: LeLacheur, Bob Subject: FW: Letter of Support for Erin Calvo -Bacci Bob ... Please forward to the Board. It was originally sent in a format that may be unreadable ... Dan From: Eileen Litterio [mailto:elitterio7@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, November 27, 2016 11:18 PM To: Dan Ensminger (Comcast) Subject: Fwd: Letter of Support (Attachment and Email Format) Hi Dan, I just sent this letter suppoting Erin to the SC members. I had their emails. I have your email, John Arena's, John Halsey's, and Kevin's. I do not have Barry Berman's. I want to send this to the 5 of you, but I do need Barry's email if you have it. Thanks. Eileen Begin forwarded message: From: Eileen Litterio <elitterio7 mail.com> Date: November 27, 2016 11:13:27 PM EST To: Jeanne. Borawski@reading.k12. ma. us, Charles. Robinson@a readinq.k12.ma.us, Gary. Nihan(d) reading. k12. ma. us, Linda. Dockser(a reading.k12. ma. us, Elaine.Webba- readinm k12. ma. us Subject: Letter of Support (Attachment and Email Format) Dear Members of the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee: It gives me great pleasure to submit this letter of recommendation in support of the appointment of Erin Calvo -Bacci to the School Committee seat vacated by Julianne Joyce. In my association with Erin for almost ten years, I have been consistently impressed by her loyalty and commitment to the town in which she grew up, attended Reading schools, and then chose to establish her nationally recognized successful business enterprise, The Chocolate Truffle, in her own hometown. As a Reading educator for many years and former Assistant Principal, I feel confident that Erin would be the ideal candidate for this appointment, especially in light of her active participation and direct involvement in all three 2� instructional levels of the Reading School System. From the time her daughters entered elementary school, Erin was a visible presence in their classrooms, assisting students and offering support to teachers. Often Erin would leave her workplace to volunteer at the J. Warren Killam School as a parent chaperone for her daughters' field trips, assist during special classroom activities, and play an active role in promoting Drama Club productions. Because of her hands -on involvement in the school system's academic initiatives and extracurricular activities, Erin has gained a unique perspective on pertinent factors that constitute effective instructional practices. By working with students and communicating with teachers at all levels, Erin possesses a concrete and comprehensive overview of the accomplishments and challenges the Reading School System is facing at this critical juncture. Erin's support for academics and her business acumen have dovetailed into contributing her time and expertise to training high school students in the fundamentals of retail math skills, as well as enhancing their knowledge of sound business practices. Her stellar reputation in marketing techniques and strategies has extended far beyond the confines of the Town of Reading. She is a National Award Winning Business Owner and a member of the Board of Retailers of MA and has been contacted to address career opportunities in business and marketing for students at the university level who are about to enter the workplace upon graduation. With her appointment to the School Committee, I can envision Erin guiding and counseling students who wish to pursue a career path in the business world. She would be a marvelous addition to the School Committee's discussions relating to innovative and dynamic programs in mathematics and business at both the middle and high school levels. Erin also has a keen sense of responsibility to actively participate in town government. She is a long standing advocate for town affairs as a Town Meeting member and was appointed to the Zoning Advisory Committee to update some of the obsolete zoning bylaws, which proved to be a very time - consuming and tedious process. She was also appointed to the town's Historical Committee Working group with a focus on amending its bylaws and adding an appeals process, a first in the Commonwealth to accomplish this initiative. It comes as no surprise that Erin Calvo -Bacci enjoys a high level of respect among her family members, friends, employees, and colleagues because of her impressive personal and professional leadership qualities. Erin possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills; she has the innate ability to actively listen to diverse perspectives, carefully reflect on all sides of an issue, and then express thoughtful and reasonable responses in a cooperative and collegial manner. Therefore, it is without reservation that I enthusiastically support and recommend that Erin Calvo -Bacci be appointed as interim School Committee member, confident that her character, expertise, and outstanding qualifications will inspire innovation, creativity, and a climate of success for the entire Reading School Community. Most sincerely, Eileen S. Litterio B.A., M.A., MSEd 016 Schena, Paula From: Sent: To: Subject: BOS packet Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: LeLacheur, Bob Wednesday, November 23, 2016 6:21 PM Schena, Paula Fwd: [Reading MA] Endorsement - Town of Reading School Committee From: < baber erongverizon.net> Date: November 23, 2016 at 5:30:58 PM EST To: <selectmengci.reading ma.us> Subject: [Reading MA] Endorsement - Town of Reading School Committee Hello Board of Selectmen, April Bergeron (baber erongverizon.net) has sent you a message via your contact form (http: / /www.readingma.gov /user /475 /contact) at Reading MA. If you don't want to receive such e- mails, you can change your settings at http://www.readingma.gov/user/475/edit. Message: To Whom it May Concern: I am writing to express my support of Erin Calvo - Bacci, in her decision to run for a seat on the School Committee for the Town of Reading. I believe she would strive towards promoting positive improvements in the Reading Public School System. Sincerely, April Bergeron Field Pond Drive Reading, MA 01867 Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Sunday, November 27, 2016 8:25 AM To: Schena, Paula Subject: Fwd: Sherri VandenAkker BOS packet Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Caitlin Macallister Koehler <caitlin.koehlerggmail.com> Date: November 27, 2016 at 8:21:14 AM EST To: <selectmengci.readin .ma.us >, "Doherty, John" <john.dohertygreading.kl2.ma.us> Subject: Sherri VandenAkker Dear Board of Selectman and Dr. Doherty, I'm writing to you in support of Sherri VandenAkker to fill the open school committee position. Given her history with educational work and dedication to our town already as evidenced by her commitment to the recent Joshua Eaton Task Force I believe she will be an excellent candidate to fill this vacancy. The School Committee will be facing difficult budget decisions and we need someone who has a lot of experience to help shape this challenging budget. My experience with the Reading School System has been excellent and I believe that is due in part to the dedicated School Committee we have in this town and I have no doubt that Sherri will be an excellent addition. I would appreciate it if this note could be passed along to the current School Committee members as well. Sincerely, Caitlin Koehler Parent of a Wood End Student 6 o Town of Reading Moratorium on Marijuana Establishments To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw by: (a) Striking Section 5.6.5.2 in its entirety and inserting, in place thereof, the following: 5.6.5.2 Applicability No Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall be established except in compliance with the provisions of Section 5.6.5. (b) Inserting a new Section 5.6.6 as follows: 5.6.6 Temporary Moratorium on Marijuana Establishments. 5.6.6.1 Purpose. By vote at the State election on November 8, 2016, the voters of the Commonwealth approved a law regulating the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, possession, testing and use of marijuana. The law provides that it is effective on December 15, 2016, and that a new state agency, the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), is required to issue regulations regarding implementation by September 15, 2017. Section 5.6.5 of the Zoning Bylaw allows Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensaries by Special Permit. The regulation of other types of Marijuana Establishments, however, raises novel and complex legal, planning, and public safety issues. The Town needs time to consider and address these issues, as well as the potential impact of the forthcoming Cannabis Control Commission regulations, by means of a comprehensive planning process to consider amending the Zoning Bylaw to regulate Marijuana Establishments. The temporary moratorium provided in Section 5.6.6 is intended to allow sufficient time for the Town to engage in such a planning process and to adopt suitable Zoning Bylaw provisions in a manner consistent with sound land -use planning objectives. 5.6.6.2 Definition. As used in Section 5.6.6, the term "Marijuana Establishment" shall mean a marijuana cultivator, marijuana testing facility, marijuana product manufacturer, marijuana retailer, or any other type of marijuana - related business, subject to regulation under Chapter 94G of the Massachusetts General Laws; provided, however, that a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall not be deemed to be a Marijuana Establishment. 5.6.6.3 Temporary Moratorium. For the reasons set forth above and notwithstanding any other provision of the Zoning Bylaw to the contrary, the Town hereby adopts a temporary moratorium on the use of land or structures as a Marijuana Establishment. The moratorium shall be in effect through August 31, 2018. During the moratorium period, the Town shall undertake a planning process to address the potential impacts of Marijuana 3( Establishments and other related land uses and structures, consider the Cannabis Control Commission regulations regarding Marijuana Establishments when they are issued, and shall consider adopting new provisions of the Zoning Bylaw governing the location, operation and effects of Marijuana Establishments for consideration by the 2018 Annual Town Meeting. and (c) Renumbering subsequent provisions of Section 5.6 accordingly; or take any other action in relation thereto. (D75� Town of Reading Prohibition of Marijuana Retailers To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw by: (a) Inserting into Section 2.0, in appropriate alphabetical order, the following: Marijuana Establishment: A marijuana cultivator, marijuana testing facility, marijuana product manufacturer, marijuana retailer, or any other type of marijuana- related business, subject to regulation under Chapter 94G of the Massachusetts General Laws; provided, however, that a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall not be deemed to be a Marijuana Establishment. Marijuana Retailer: An entity that purchases and delivers marijuana and marijuana products from other marijuana establishments and delivers, sells or otherwise transfers marijuana and marijuana products to other marijuana establishments or to consumers. (b) Inserting into the Table of Uses for Business and Industrial Districts, set forth in Section 5.3.1, after the entries for "Convenience Store," the following: 'PRINCIPAL BUS A SUS B SITS C IND " PUD B PUD -I USES RES AES PRIG -G Overlay Overlay ; Marijuana No No No No No No Retailer Marijuana No No No (c) Inserting into the Table of Uses for Residence Districts, set forth in Section 5.3.2, after the entries for "Roadside Stand," the following: and (d) Striking Section 5.6.5.2 in its entirety and inserting, in place thereof, the following: 5.6.5.2 Applicability No Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall be established except in compliance with the provisions of Section 5.6.5. or take any other action in relation thereto. �3 RES' PRINCIPAL 5 -15 RES AES PRIG -G USES S 720 A -40 A -80 PRD -M PUD -R S -40 Marijuana No No No No No Retailer and (d) Striking Section 5.6.5.2 in its entirety and inserting, in place thereof, the following: 5.6.5.2 Applicability No Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall be established except in compliance with the provisions of Section 5.6.5. or take any other action in relation thereto. �3 Town of Reading Prohibition of Marijuana Establishments To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw by: (a) Inserting into Section 2.0, in appropriate alphabetical order, the following: Marijuana Establishment: A marijuana cultivator, marijuana testing facility, marijuana product manufacturer, marijuana retailer, or any other type of marijuana- related business, subject to regulation under Chapter 94G of the Massachusetts General Laws; provided, however, that a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall not be deemed to be a Marijuana Establishment. (b) Inserting into the Table of Uses for Business and Industrial Districts, set forth in Section 5.3.1, after the entries for "Convenience Store," the following: PRINCIPAL SUS A BUS B ` $USG IND PUD B PUD I USES RES RES PRD -G Overlay Overlay ; Marijuana A -80 PRD -M PL7D -R 5 -40 Establishment No No No No No No (c) Inserting into the Table of Uses for Residence Districts, set forth in Section 5.3.2, after the entries for "Roadside Stand," the following: and (d) Striking Section 5.6.5.2 in its entirety and inserting, in place thereof, the following: 5.6.5.2 Applicability No Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall be established except in compliance with the provisions of Section 5.6.5. or take any other action in relation thereto. 30 RES PRINCIPAL S -15 RES RES PRD -G USES S -20 A-40', A -80 PRD -M PL7D -R 5 -40 Marijuana Establishment No No No No No and (d) Striking Section 5.6.5.2 in its entirety and inserting, in place thereof, the following: 5.6.5.2 Applicability No Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary shall be established except in compliance with the provisions of Section 5.6.5. or take any other action in relation thereto. 30 LEGAL NOTICE 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 November 29; 2016 at 9:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16 Lowell Street., Reading, Massachusetts on amending. - Board of Selectmen Policy Article 3 — Liquor Licenses. A copy of the proposed docu- ment regarding this topic is available in the Town Manager's office, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, M -W- Thurs from 720 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.readingma.gov All interested parties are invit- ed to, attend the hearing, or may submit their comments .in writing or by email prior to 6:00 p.m. -on November 29, 2016 to townmanager @ci, reading. ma By order of Robert W.LeLacheur Town Manager 11.22.16 Schena, Paula From: LeLacheur, Bob Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3:42 PM To: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: Reading Village Packet for tonight Robert W. LeLacheur, Jr. CFA Town Manager, Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867 townmanaaer(@ci.readina.ma. us (P) 781 -942-9043, (F) 781 -942 -9037 www.readingma.gov Town Hall Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m.;Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday: CLOSED From: Christine Lusk [mailto :christine.lusk @gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 3 :34 PM To: Reading - Selectmen; Mercier, Julie; Bradley.Jones @mahouse.gov; James.dwyer @mahouse.gov Subject: Reading Village I understand that the topic of Reading Village most likely will not be addressed this evening at the Board of Selectman as originally scheduled as the result of the Developer's / Zuker's lack of sending any material to be discussed. However, I would like to point out a few parking related observations for you to consider. 1) The parking study to which he frequently references is significantly out of date: it was published in 2009 and references now - defunct traffic configurations, businesses, parking arrangements, etc. It also pertains to the downtown area. Lincoln and Prescott Streets are zoned single family residential, and are not in the downtown. This parking study does not apply to the area under question for development. In addition, this very outdated study that the developer continues to reference as alleged "data" supporting its contention that only one parking spot per residential unit is sufficient, actually provides significant contradictory information relating to the exact non - downtown area where the Reading Village project is to be situated. Of particular note, that states, at p. 4 -13, a "key observation" that "Parking at the train station for commuters is full or nearly full by 8 AM and remains at that level until 5 PM ". This same 2009 report further states, at p. 7 -23 : "The impact of commuters parking on downtown streets pushed the Town to begin constraining access to the station from outside Reading many years ago ... in -town commuters continue to flood available parking around the station today. The utilization study revealed that commuter parking at the station and up several residential streets to the west was fully utilized ... While an expansion of supply (such as Recommendation 8) will help alleviate some pressure on residential streets in the short -term, the high demand for access to commuter rail service will continue to fully utilize all available spaces ..." The developer cannot have it both ways. If it wants to rely on this outdated study for its data, then it cannot pick and choose which data on which they can rely; the "data" they rely on explicitly states full to overflow usage where they are attempting to build. The town of Reading cannot make this already bad parking situation worse by permitting this developer to take over even more of the limited parking. 2) Frequently theproposed parking for Reading Village is compared to the parking at 30 Haven. These two lots, while close is proximity, are quite different. 30 Haven is surrounded by'2 hour parking' while the location of the proposed Reading Village is surrounded by commuter parking. The '2 hour parking' spots turn over frequently during the day. I never have difficulty finding a town owned and maintained spot in front of or behind 30 Haven. I live a block away from Doucette Storage. Today I had two separate friends come to visit and I had to move my car to a neighbor's driveway so my friends could both park in my driveway as there is not a single space to be found on the street in my neighborhood. The lack of on- street parking doesn't bother me. I knew this when I purchased a home near the Depot. I don't expect the town to change the rules and disallow all day parking for the commuters who rely upon parking in front of my house for the benefit of my visitors; I would similarly request that the town not eliminate all day 'commuter' parking by the Depot for the advantage of the developer. 3) Zuker has referenced other'transit oriented' developments with one spot per unit. These developments I am certain are near the rapid transit 'subway' lines and not the commuter rail, which does not run all that frequently, except for during commuter hours. I urge the town to push back and explain to the developer the difference between a commuter rail and the rapid transit / subway lines. 4) The ceiling height of the garage level is not high enough to accommodate a moving truck. This building is required by code to have over 3 loading zones and does not have the ceiling height for even one moving truck. This is a major concern. I am curious where the loading zone for 30 Haven is. The area where the developer has requested on- street loading, in my opinion would not be safe as it would restrict the width of Lincoln Street and block the view for passing vehicles. I urge the town engineer and police chief to review the proposed changes to on- street parking and give feedback to the BOS and the ZBA before December 15th. Also, the area for the proposed parking zone is 2 C_� currently not used for on- street parking. This leads me to believe that the Town has already deemed this location not safe for parking. 5) 1 would also suggest you request Zuker to provide the Town with accurate drawings and not architectural rendering that are not to scale for both the parking spots and the actual building. I was horrified to hear Zuker say that the street drawings were not to scale at the last BOS meeting and to admit that he wasn't sure how many parking spots there will be based upon finalization of how many columns they will need. These are details that should have been finalized in my opinion. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. Kindly Christine Lusk 52 Washington Street 617 - 850 -5028 0 Board - Committee - Commission - Council: Board of Selectmen Date: 2016 -11 -15 Building: Reading Town Hall Address: 16 Lowell Street Purpose: General Business Attendees: Members - Present: Time: 7:00 PM Location: Selectmen Meeting Room Session: Open Session Version: Chairman John Halsey, Vice Chairman Kevin Sexton, Secretary Barry Berman, John Arena, Daniel Ensminger Members - Not Present: Others Present: Town Manager Bob LeLacheur, Assistant Town Manager Jean Delios, Jessie Wilson, Executive Assistant Paula Schena, Bill Brown, Nick Gagnon, Julie Mercier, Cy Caoutte, Erin Calvo Bacci, Al Sylvia, Mark Dockser, Everett and Virginia Blodget, Gina Snyder, Robert Redfern, Stephen Crook, Michael Giacalone, Nancy Docktor, Victor Santaniello, Frank Golden, Andrew Corona Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: Secretary Barry Berman Topics of Discussion: Reports and Comments Selectmen's Liaison Reports and Comments - Kevin Sexton noted that he attended the last ZBA meeting for Reading Village. Parking will be discussed tonight. John Halsey noted that the Board has not received anything from the developer. Kevin Sexton noted they are coming in to see our tolerance. They need one loading space onsite per 20 units. The ZBA is amenable to only one spot onsite. Julie Mercier noted it is a two part waiver - the total number of spaces and the location of the loading space. Daniel Ensminger cited #28 in the conditions and asked if they have made any offsite arrangements for parking. Kevin Sexton indicated he did not know. Barry Berman noted that he and Kevin Sexton attended the Chamber of Commerce breakfast where the head of Mass Retail Association was the presenter and he gave Reading a big shout out. He also noted that they are seeing national and statewide issues. Barry Berman also noted that John Halsey gave a very touching speech at the Veterans Day event. Daniel Ensminger gave kudos to Keven Boehmiller for all of his hard work. He also noted that he received an invitation for the Suburban Coalition meeting on November 30th at the Newton Marriot from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. and he will try to go. John Halsey gave accolades to Kevin Boehmiller for doing a great job with the Veterans by looking after their needs. He goes above and beyond the call of duty. C-/ L Page 1 1 (9q Board of Selectmen Minutes - November 15, 2016 - page 2 Town Manager's Report - The Town Manager noted they had a record Town Meeting last night. Both Special Town Meetings will be on Monday. The Selectmen should still vote to declare the Oakland Road surplus. An instructional motion to reconsider the Oakland Road article will be made because Town Meeting needs to clear the title before anything is done with the property. Discussion /Action Items Economic Development Update - Jessie Wilson noted that she has been working on this project to identify the best practices from our peers. The Town had an EDSAT done in 2014 and that evaluated our strengths and weaknesses. An Economic Development Action Plan .was done in 2015 and that evaluated the economic development opportunities in four of the priority development areas (PDA's). She noted that Melrose was added to the list of peers - there are 26 communities. John Arena asked how the peer communities were deemed. The Town Manager noted that the first consultant came up with 23 communities and the most recent consultant added three more. Jessie Wilson noted that she looked at population, household incomes, and home sales. Belmont, Concord, Lexington and Winchester had the highest home sales and Danvers had the lowest. She also looked at tax rates. John Arena noted that it would make sense to look at the cost of the tax bill. In addition, Jessie Wilson noted that she looked at Commercial /Industrial land use. Danvers is the highest; Concord is high; Belmont and Reading are the lowest. She also looked at the tax levy and Reading is at 60% which is below average of our peers. Jessie Wilson noted that she sent a survey to our peer communities with 11 questions on three topics: What are the key objectives in community development; how do they measure success and how does the town government impact community development. She has received 15 responses and she will continue to collect data on the peer communities by going out and interviewing them. Jessie Wilson reviewed the annual growth chart. John Arena noted that it would be helpful to explain what each peak was i.e. Jordans, Home Depot, etc. Daniel Ensminger noted that we shouldn't ignore residential either. Jessie Wilson noted that Reading lags in CIP growth. Reading is average in residential growth but rent is high. Kevin Sexton noted that sales information is available to the public but rent is not easy to find out. The Town Manager noted that the Assessors have the most information but it is not public. John Arena noted that we have the best access to highways but are not doing anything with it. Jessie Wilson went on to talk about the correlation between residential growth and CIP growth. She noted that how we classify vacant land determines a lot. She also looked at the CIP growth and vacant land in Lynnfield regarding their Market Place. They did not have a lot of vacant land; in fact, it was built on a golf course. Barry Berman noted that not all of the communities have public transportation. Jessie Wilson noted that public transportation is an issue for a lot of communities. John Arena noted that we need to do another sizable event to get growth numbers up. Jessie Wilson noted that higher CIP taxes correlate with growth. Page 1 2 Board of Selectmen Minutes - November 15, 2016 - page 3 The Town Manager referred to Reading and Wakefield's' CIP growth from 2003 - 2016. He noted that Reading's personal property has grown faster than commercial and industrial. Wakefield's personal property has grown but commercial and industrial has stayed flat. Introduce New Economic Development Director - The Town Manager introduced Andrew Corona. The Town Manager noted that Andrew had live in Kent, Washington and Glendale, Arizona and has had a career in economic development. He has no idea of what Massachusetts is like. The Board welcomed Andrew to the Town. Reading Village (Depot 40B) - The ZBA called to order at 8:10 p.m. Matthew Zuka and other representatives from Reading Village were present. John Halsey noted that the Board of Selectmen had no idea why they were coming in tonight. They did not receive any information. Matthew Zuka noted that they are asking for a waiver of the requirement for four off street loading spaces per 20 units. Daniel Ensminger noted that overview shows the parking taking up a lane on the street. Matthew Zuka noted the Engineers rendering is more accurate and they are not changing the width of the pavement. He noted they had a loading spot on the property but it was awkward because it had to be backed into. Mr. Zuka noted that there are 57 spaces across the street that the Town owns for commuter parking and he would like to take part in discussion about those spaces. He is asking that an area be designated as a loading zone per the Traffic Rules and Regulations. John Arena asked what the required size for a loading zone is and Mr. Zuka did not know. John Arena asked if a 20 foot setback from the corner is being taken into consideration and Mr. Zuka indicated yes, the best place for the loading is at the front door. John Arena asked how many parking spaces they have and Mr. Zuka noted 72 - one per unit. Daniel Ensminger asked if there have been any discussions with private land owners and Mr. Zuka noted there are no private spaces available. He did speak with the Town about parking. Jean Delios noted that there is no overnight parking in municipal lots. Daniel Ensminger noted that the Selectmen are not comfortable with a one ratio. Jean Delios noted that she encourages shared parking. She has no idea of how many cars will come here. The 1.25 ratio is what generally is acceptable. Daniel Ensminger noted that they need 18 more spaces before we can talk about a loading zone. Mr. Zuka noted that almost all of the units are one bedroom. The market dictates the parking. If someone needs three spaces they will go elsewhere. If someone doesn't need a space they can rent the space to someone. John Arena asked Mr. Zuka if he can market /formalize some units with no parking and Mr. Zuka noted that the problem is they could end up with empty spaces - 1.0 is a trend. John Arena noted if they ended up with empty spaces they can negotiate to undo it. Once again, he asked Mr. Zuka if he will market some units with no spaces and Mr. Zuka noted he is comfortable at 1.0. John Halsey asked if he would consider formalizing no space and Mr. Zuka noted he can't say - he would have to formulate that. John Halsey requested that Mr. Zuka send the Board of Selectmen the plans. He noted that the process is choppy and everyone is trying to work with him. Page 1 3 Board of Selectmen Minutes - November 15. 2016 - naae 4 The Town Manager noted that he will need the Police Chief and Town Counsel to review. Then we can hold a hearing and notify abutters. ZBA Chairman David Traniello noted that the ZBA made certain recommendations that the Selectmen should consider. Update on 40B Projects - Assistant Town Manager Jean Delios noted that we have a robust housing market. We have a current approved Housing Production Plan. Approximately 22% of households in Reading would qualify for subsidized housing. It is also estimated that the elderly population will increase 57 %. John Arena asked if we need to be the leader of the pack and Jean Delios noted that we have an obligation to meet 10% and we will have 40B's until then. In 2011 the state said no to a 40B proposal due to our Housing Production Plan. Reading is at 7.78 %. Jean Delios noted that there are five 40B's in the cue. Beacon Street near the water tower - there's been no activity; Lyle Estate at 364 Lowell Street filed for a 40B which might be four lots; Reading Village at Lincoln /Prescott Streets; Schoolhouse Common at 172 Woburn Street; and Lakeview is the pending 5th 40B. She refers to Lakeview as "ElGrande" and they are looking at shared parking with Jordans and could have as many as 300 units. Jean Delios noted that with the two pending 40B's we are still short 113 units. We need 48 units to get certification for one year and the 300 would get us there. She also noted that the Housing Authority has lost 10 - 12 affordable units and they have no interest in keeping them. She has offered to help them attain more but they are not interested. The Zoning Board of Appeals adjourned at 9:05 p.m. Hearing - Tax Classification - The Secretary read the hearing notice. Assessor Victor Santaniello and Board members Frank Golden and Stephen Crook were present. Victor Santaniello noted that Reading has never adopted a split tax rate. The average home value is $533,500. With a CIP of 1 the tax rate would be $14.04 with a tax bill of $7490. The total amount of the FY17 debt exclusion is $3,001,933 for an increase of $.65 which is included in the $14.04 rate. The average commercial property is $1,563,000 with a factor of $14.04 the average commercial tax bill will be $21,945. Six properties are valued over $10 million and 81 under $500,000. Commercial sales are pretty stable and have been flat for the past five years. Barry Berman noted that the data collected by the Assessors is voluntary from the business owner and they could under report but we can't hide residential sales. Victor Santaniello noted that they request data annually and if they fail to comply then it will hurt the tax appeal. Open Space - Victor Santaniello noted that Reading has never adopted an exemption for open space because there is no property that fits the classification. Residential Exemption - Adopting a residential exemption up to 35% would raise the residential tax rate to $19.98 from $14.04. Daniel Ensminger noted that the Town adopted senior tax relief instead of this. Small Commercial Exemption - The small commercial exemption goes to the real estate owner and not the business owner. Barry Berman asked how many properties would qualify and Victor Santaniello noted approximately 40. Kevin Sexton noted these factors don't y Page 1 4 v Board of Selectmen Minutes - November 15, 2016 - page 5 make sense for Reading and Victor Santaniello noted this has been on the books for years and is outdated. Victor Santaniello noted that out of our neighboring communities, Reading is the only one with a residential factor of 1. Barry Berman noted that commercial property tax has not gone up in five years yet the homeowners have gone up 20 %. He noted that other communities deal with the same problems yet have a split rate. John Halsey noted that one does not subsidize the other. The Town Manager noted that we have to look at the risk because it can swing in both directions. John Arena noted that resident's property is more valuable than commercial. Barry Berman noted that we chose senior tax relief and some people taxes will go up while some will go down. John Arena noted we are protecting elders and seniors to keep them in their home. Daniel Ensminger read Barry Berman's instructional motion from Town Meeting regarding splitting the tax rate and noted that he never ran it by the Board of Selectmen. John Arena noted that none of the business owners were invited to discuss the motion regarding the tax rate. He also noted that the Selectmen are not compelled or obligated to do anything. Town Meeting does not get involved in setting the tax rate. John Halsey noted that Barry Berman's instructional motion tied a hook to anything that was done for the seniors next tax year. He does not see any connector with the senior tax relief. Barry Berman noted that he feels the business community should pay more if the tax relief gets approved. John Halsey noted it's about parody, not picking and choosing. Barry Berman asked Victor Santaniello if Home Depot was moved to the other side of the lake how much would their taxes go up and Victor Santaniello, noted 75 %. John Halsey asked Barry Berman if that means he wants to punish. the rest of the businesses. Home Depot has a lot of attorneys that deal with tax appeals. Barry Berman noted that a business owner makes money from their property. John Halsey asked why we should slap 180 businesses just to get 10 to pay more. The Town Manager noted that communities go to a split rate due to a set formula. Victor Santaniello noted that Wakefield has always been that way. Barry Berman noted that what we always do is not an appropriate answer. John Halsey noted that the five Selectmen have agreed in principal to split 1.02 or 1.03 to keep parody so business share equally to their size - it is a net zero difference. The rate will be shared equally. Andrew Shultz, Chairman of the Reading /North Reading Chamber of Commerce noted that the business community neighbors feel sandbagged that Barry's instructional motion was brought up at Town Meeting without notifying the ,business community. He noted that was deplorable. The commercial properties in Reading have not appreciated in the last five years. It's only going to be worse because they will have to raise prices to cover the increase and that hurts seniors. Barry Berman noted that five people set the tax rate and they decided it was time to look at the tax policy. His instructional motion was to spark discussion from Town Meeting. Andrew Shultz responded that the business community is upset with him. Page 1 5 g �0-/ � Board of Selectmen Minutes - November 15, 2016 - naae 6 Victor Santaniello noted that he interprets the information that he receives and that governs the value. Andrew Shultz noted that the problem is that there is no parking downtown. He also noted that businesses don't use schools or pay for trash removal. Mark Dockser, 1 Beaver Road, noted that instructional motions are cold. He is also concerned that the commercial values don't go up and we have a parking problem. He feels it is time to consider a split business tax and he wants large businesses to pay more. He noted that we need more businesses in Town. Erin Calvo -Bacci noted that residents in town don't work here so they don't shop here. Unemployment tax increased, employees have to be paid time and one half on Sundays so she has gone totally online to cut costs. She noted that the businesses support Reading by donating to the library, trick or treat, etc. She also noted that Melrose, Wakefield and Winchester have small business turn over. Nancy Docktor, resident, noted that she is opposed to the split tax and thinks it is foolish to think it will be attractive. Barry Berman noted that he's not anti - business and all retailers are dealing with the same issues. He suggests creating an ad hoc committee to look at the tax rates. Daniel Ensminger read into the record the emails received in favor of the split tax rate. from: Peg Raciti, Angela Binda, Jeffrey Dietz, Heidi Bonnabeau and Anthony Bastiani. Emails were also received opposed to the split tax rate from: Mark Beckley, Diane Manahan, Sarah Blumenstock Girrell, and Leslie Leahy. Peter Simms noted he sent a letter in the summer. He noted that we have vacancies and Wakefield does too. He wants to work with the Town. Nancy Docktor, resident, noted that Town Meeting approved senior tax relief clearly understanding where the burden would rest. A motion by Berman seconded by Ensminger that the Board of Selectmen close the hearing establishing the FY2017 tax rate was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. A motion by Berman seconded by Arena that the Board of Selectmen not grant an open space discount for Fiscal Year 2017 was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. A motion by Berman seconded by Arena that the Board of Selectmen not adopt a residential exemption for Fiscal Year 2017 was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. A motion by Ensminger seconded by Arena that the Board of Selectmen adopt a residential factor of 1 for Fiscal Year 2017 was approved by a vote of 4 -1 -0 with Berman opposed. A motion by Berman seconded by Ensminger that the Board of Selectmen not grant a_ commercial exemption for Fiscal Year 2017 was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. Oakland Road - Vote to Declare as Surplus - John Halsey noted this is a housekeeping issue. The Town Manager noted that this come before the School Committee a few weeks ago. Town Counsel recommends this action so no stone is unturned. He is throwing all of the past out. John Arena asked if the School Committee approved this and the Town Manager noted they did. John Arena asked if Town Meeting will reconsider last night's vote on Oakland Road and the Town Manager reviewed the ruling by Town Counsel indicating it can be Page 1 6 Board of Selectmen Minutes - November 15, 2016 - oaae 7 reconsidered. Town Counsel also indicates that the Selectmen can move to amend the original motion by striking the sentence authorizing the Selectmen to sell or otherwise dispose of said Oakland Road parcel. A motion by Ensminger seconded by Sexton to adopt Town Counsel's recommendation of a revised motion at Town Meeting as stated above was _approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. A motion by Berman seconded by Ensminger that the Board of Selectmen determine that the real property shown as "Oakland Road Parcel" on a plan of land entitled `Plan of Land Oakland Road Town of Reading," prepared by Town of Reading - Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, Jeffrey T. Zager, Director D.P.W., Ryan Percival, P.E., Town Engineer, dated September 13, 2016, is no longer required for municipal purposes was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. Town Manager Evaluation - Daniel Ensminger noted this 'is a good review and he likes the new form. Kevin Sexton noted that Bob had another good year. John Halsey echoed his appreciation for the amount of hours and quality of work. Barry Berman noted that he always gives himself meets or below because he has high standards. He feels the comments are a more real reflection. He noted that the Selectmen are ready to do the work and it is not all on him. Daniel Ensminger noted that 10 of 15 grades were exceeds standards and meet standards is a high grade. He noted that Bob initiates a culture of trust and he thanked him for staying with us. The Town Manager noted that ethics and standards are most important for transparency. The hardest challenge is the depth of staffing which is not sustainable to keep all services. He noted that two nights for budget will not be enough. Daniel Ensminger noted that a zero budget is a good place to start. The Town Manager noted that they need to get the Boards, Committees and Commissions in to talk to. Barry Berman agreed that a zero budget is a good place to start. The Town Manager noted that we need to cut some of the Boards and Committees because there is too many and not enough staff. John Arena noted the hardest thing is to decide what to cut. The Town Manager noted that a group of citizens can serve as well as a Board, Committee or Commission. Approval of Minutes A motion by Berman seconded by Ensminger that the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of October 13, 2016 was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. A motion by Berman seconded by Ensminger that the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of October 25, 2016 was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. A motion by Berman seconded by Arena to adjourn at 10:53 p.m. was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. Respectfully submitted, Secreta ry Page 1 7 To: Reading Board of Selectman (November 29, 2016 We are asking the Reading Board of Selectmen to deny the request by the Reading Village 40B applicants to place loading zones on Lincoln (or Prescott Street). They have designed their project with total disregard for the requirement to place 1 loading zone on their property for every 20 units -- therefore 4 are required. And they are essentially using the Board of Selectmen to cover for their deficiency. Also, if the Selectman grant this request, they are essentially eliminating the ZBA's ability to deny the waiver requested by the applicant. The area of Prescott and Lincoln Streets and the Reading Depot are heavily used by vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians, and not just early and late in the day. Public safety will be greatly compromised by allowing this request. With 72 units of rental space, there will be a constant need for moving trucks, delivery trucks, maintenance, trash and recycling trucks. We believe there is need for, and have no objection to, a passenger drop- off /pick -up space on Lincoln Street — ideally the first space available leaving the corner open (no parking) for traffic and pedestrian visibility. Further, if the Board of Selectmen denies their request, please consider recommending that signage be put up, indicating that the travel lanes on Prescott and Lincoln cannot be used for loading/unloading. Thank you for your consideration on this matter. Everett and Virginia Blodgett 1. Jeanne -- The School Committee is elected by and responsible to the electorate and represents the will of the voter. That usually requires time and presence in the community and schools. In what ways are you engaged in the wider Reading community? Are you a Town Meeting member or do you serve in a volunteer capacity on other boards or committees? Finance 2. John -- Describe your past experience balancing multi - million dollar budgets. What experience do you bring in determining and managing financial and managerial goals, evaluating results, and making prompt decisions when results fall short? 3. Jeanne - Revenue projections indicate that the School Department will have to make significant budget cuts in FY18. What overarching principals would you give as guidance to the superintendent as he crafts his budget? Are there specific areas where you would seek budget reductions? Education 4. John --What do you think are the one or two biggest challenges facing the school department today? What have you done in your role as a private citizen to work on these issues and what would you propose to do differently from what's being done now? Communication S. Jeanne -For the past several years, improving communication has been an area of focus for the school department. Which strategies and processes currently in place would you continue, which would you eliminate, and what new processes would you propose? Closing 6. John If appointed, will you stand for election for the 2 -year balance of your School Committee term?