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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-04-28 Board of Selectmen PacketOFRFgO'Y Town of Reading c 16 Lowell Street 0 w 7NCORYp4P~ Reading, MA 01867' -2685 vrs39+ FAX: (781) 942-9071 Email: townmanager@ci.reading.ma.us Website: www. readingma.gov MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Selectmen FROM: Peter I. Hechenbleikner DATE: April 24, 2009 RE: Agenda -April 28, 2009 TOWN MANAGER (781) 942-9043 2a) Proclamation - Police Memorial Week - The Board has a Proclamation for Police Memorial Week for their approval. I believe Chief Cormier will be present to receive the Proclamation. 2b) Proclamation - Arbor Dav - You have a Proclamation for Arbor Day. Historically, we forget to do this each year and do it later in the year, but this year we are at the appropriate time. 4a) Finalize "Code of Conduct" - Attached is the Draft "Code of Conduct" that the Board had previously seen, and it was distributed to all Boards, Committees and Commissions for comment. Paula Schena has put together all of the comments that we have received from each of the Boards, Committees and Commissions. I hope to have a draft revised code based on these comments in the Board's packet or, if not, then I will have it for Tuesday night. 4b) Hearing - Washington Park Proiect - The Board of Selectmen received a report from the ad hoc Planning Committee. We then presented to the Board of Selectmen a proposed staging plan for this project, with the first stage being development of the playground which is budgeted for Fiscal Year 2010. We hope to have that project constructed this Summer. Following up on the staging plan, the Selectmen had questions about removal of the stone wall and the development of angled parking. In March, we submitted to the Selectmen a layout of the first phase of angled parking, and removal of one section of the wall. This is the hearing on the overall master plan. We notified everybody within 300 feet, as well as published the notice in the newspaper. I anticipate that the Chairman of the ad hoc committee as well as other members of the committee will be present. I would also anticipate that the Historical Commission will have comments with regard to the stone wall. 2. 4c) Hearing - Revocation of Liauor License - Atlantic Food Mart - Attached is a copy of the hearing notice that we sent to the licensee, the relevant portions of the liquor policies related to the duty to perform, a copy of the license that was issued, a copy of the Minutes of November 18, 2008 at which Arnold Rubin appeared and indicated his intent to close the Food Mart, a copy of an email correspondence between myself and Counsel for the Atlantic Food Mart dated January 7, 2009 in which it is clear that the Atlantic Food Mart was completely out of business for the purpose of liquor sales as of that date. Additionally, attached is a copy of the paperwork dissolving the Atlantic Food Mart Business Trust. In a phone call on Thursday, I was notified by Counsel that the licensee will request additional time without revocation of its license so it can sell its license. The proposed buyer is in the Walkers Brook Drive area of Reading. Town Counsel has been clear that the license has no value in terms of being sold. The Board of Selectmen will need to determine: (a) whether or not to revoke the license, and (b) whether or not it intends to reissue the license currently or at some future date, and whether there are any particular preferences as to the location for issuance of the license. This later item is not part of the hearing - it can be done at a later time. 4d) Review Goals - Attached is the revised Goal Statement as itemized by Chairman Stephen Goldy. These are the same goals that were presented to the Board of Selectmen earlier this year. I will have a report on the status of the goals. Additionally, Chairman Goldy intends to have some discussion with the Board of Selectmen on the Selectmen's goals. 4e) Discuss Boards. Committees and Commissions Avpointment Process - Attached is a copy of the letter that goes to current Boards, Committees and Commissions members whose teens expire on June 30th. This is the same process that we've used for a number of years. A suggestion has been made that there be some form of subcommittee of the Board of Selectmen that would be able to make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen on reappointments in order to lighten the Selectmen's load as a Board in this annual process. PIH/ps Attachments Page 1 of 2 Schena, Paula From: Reading - Selectmen Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 8:47 AM To: JSeagrams@aol.com; Reading - Selectmen Cc: Schena, Paula Subject: RE: Beaver Dam Dear Dick: 4-1G 13 oS Thank you for sending an email to the Board of Selectmen. The Board has adopted a policy of not sending substantive responses to emails in order to try to stay in compliance with the Commonwealth's open meeting law which prohibits policy discussions by the Board outside of an open public meeting. Please understand that the Board values your input on issues and your correspondence will be included in the materials circulated to the Board prior to its next meeting and it is available as part of the public record. The Board members will have a chance to comment during an upcoming public meeting. If you want to have a personal discussion of the issue with a member of the Board, we hold "off ce" hours in Reading Town Hall before the first regularly scheduled meeting of each month (April 140 at 6:30 PM in the first floor conference room. The Town Manager advises that he has asked the health Services Administrator, DPW, and Conservation Administrator to evaluate the situation and take whatever action is appropriate. Thank you again for contacting the Board of Selectmen. James Bonazoli Secretary Reading Board of Selectmen 1/e Board of Selectmen From: JSeagrams@aol.com [mailto:JSeagrams@aol.com] Sent: Friday, April 10, 2009 2:14 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: Fwd: Beaver Dam FYI From: JSeagrams To: townmanager@ci.reading.ma.us CC: deid relyons@verizo n. net, rlkpilot@comcast.net, janine@greatnorth.net, jeenneh5@verizon.net, Joiegerrish@MSN.Com Sent: 4/10/2009 2:13:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time Subj: Beaver Dam 4/13/2009 / 4- / 4 Page 2 of 2 Hi Pete, The Board of trustees at Greenhouse Acres asked me to make you aware of their concern about the rising level of Walkers Brook at the rear of 18 & 20 Carnation Circle. You may remember that about 7-8 years ago the Town removed a number of beavers from the brook and relocated them. They had built a dam and the rising water created a problem The beavers are back and the water is rising. We would appreciate it if you would monitor the situation and take whatever action you think is required. Thanks Dick Nazzaro Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest lobs in a recession, Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest iobs in a recession. 4/13/2009 Page 1 of 2 Schena, Paula From: Reading - Selectmen Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 4:40 PM To: Jim Sopchak Cc: Schena, Paula Subject: RE: Franklin Street Zoning Issue... Dear Jim: Thank you for sending an email to the Board of Selectmen. The Board has adopted a policy of not sending substantive responses to emails in order to try to stay in compliance with the Commonwealth's open meeting law which prohibits policy discussions by the Board outside of an open public meeting. Please understand that the Board values your input on issues and your correspondence will be included in the materials circulated to the Board prior to its next meeting and it is available as part of the public record. The Board members will have a chance to comment during an upcoming public meeting. If you want to have a personal discussion of the issue with a member of the Board, we hold "office" hours in Reading Town Hall before the first regularly scheduled meeting of each month at 6:30 PM in the first floor conference room. Additionally the Board of Selectmen has a short segment at the begirming of each meeting - at 7:45 - for public comment about any matter not on the agenda. This is limited to 5 minutes, and is not intended to be a discussion, but rather an opportunity to bring something to the attention of the Board of Selectmen for future consideration by the Board of Selectmen. The next Board of Selectmen meeting is on Tuesday, April 14 in the Selectmen's Meeting Room on the first floor of Town Hall. Please let the Town Manager know if you plan on being there for Public Comment so the Board can plan its time accordingly. Thank you again for contacting the Board of Selectmen. James Bonazoli Secretary Reading Board of Selectmen 1/c Board of Selectmen From: Jim Sopchak [mailto:pitchjim@comcast.net] Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 10:49 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Cc: Town Manager Subject: Franklin Street Zoning Issue... Dear Town Selectmen, I do hereby submit, on behalf of the Abutters and Neighbors of #355 #361) Franklin Street, the enclosed "open letter" which 4/13/2009 Page 2 of 2 expresses our continuing concern and frustration regarding what we consider a zoning catastrophe in our town. Over the course of more than a year now, we have conversed about this issue with many; many townspeople, including quite a few involved in town government and committees. We're left hard-pressed to name one person, who could honestly say that the proposed development of these two "manufactured" lots is in keeping with the composition of our neighborhood, much less desirable for the town. As such, we feel that whatever processes should be in place to protect town residents from such incongruous development must be either broken, outdated, or missing. Simply put: If there is no one who thinks it's a good or proper thing, then why is it happening? We welcome your recommendations on how we might best address and fix this problem. I would also like to request a short audience with you at your next meeting to publicly express our thoughts on this subject. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Sincerely, Jim Sopchak 364 Franklin St. Reading, MA 01867 781-944-5264 4/13/2009 #1~ I,/ R ~ o Devat L. Patrick GOVERNOR Timothy P. Murray LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Ian A. Bowles SECRETARY The Common7.weafth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and EnvironmentaCAffairs 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 900 Boston, 9VX 02114 April 2009 Re: FY2010 DCS Annual Grant Round Dear Prospective Applicant: ~6 F"IYJ Z $,C T4. (617) 626-1000 Fa&.(617)626-1181 4-- I am pleased to announce that my office, through the Division of Conservation Services (DCS), in anticipation of. and continuent upon, the availability of funds. will conduct the annualFiscal Year 2010 grant round for the state LAND aud'PARC Graut Programs. The filing'deadline is 3 p.m on Wednesday, July 15, 2009. LOCAL ACOUISITION FOR NATURAL DIVERSITY: LAND Grant Program (referenced as the Self-Hein Program. 301 CMR 5.00: MGL C. 132A &11) The LAND Program provides funds to municipal conservation commissions for the purchase of conservation land. The priority for this year's LAND grant round will be for the protection of sensitive water resources, landscape and working lands conservation, and biodiversity protection. Projects that fall under lands mapped in the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species BioMap and Living Waters, Areas of Critical Environmental Concern, and those that,augment or connect to existing conservation lands, will receive greater consideration for funding. PARKLAND ACQUISITION AND RENOVATION FOR COMMUNITIES: PARC Grant Proeram (referenced as the Urban Self-HeID Program. 301 CMR 5.00 The PARC Program assists communities with the acquisition of parkland, as well as construction of new parks and renovation of existing parks. The priorities for this year's PARC grants include new park development, especially on parkland recovered from brownfield site clean-up and those in environmental justice neighborhoods. Projects that are near urban centers close to public transportation will be given special consideration as will those that provide for park equity in a community. Projects to build or renovate municipal golf course clubhouses are not being funded this year. Towns with a population less than 35,000 qualify for a grant if proposals are designed to provide statewide or regional recreational facilities or a maximum grant of $50,000 for smaller recreational projects. To learn more about these grant programs and to download an application package, please visit the DCS web page at www.mass.aov/eca/dcs. The applications are also posted on the state's procurement website at www.comm- pass.com. I recommend that communities use the application package found on the DCS web page as it is.in a more user-friendly format. I invite each and every community to take advantage of this opportunity, and thank you for your partnership in land conservation and public outdoor recreation. Sincerely, f Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant RFR Letters of Interest are due May 15, 2009 by 3:00 pm This federal grant program funds 50% (up to $500,000) of the cost of acquisition of conservation land, the acquisition of parkland, or the renovation or. development of public outdoor recreation facilities;. Municipalities~and two state agencies, the Massachusetts Departm'l ents of Conservation' and Recreation and the Department of Fish and Game, are eligible applicants. Federal acquisition projects require appraisals that are done to federal "Yellow Book" appraisal standards. Federal funding does require project approval by the National Park Service, and affords an extra level of legal protection to the project site. since any change of use would also require approval by the National Park Service, the . federal agency that administers the LWCF program. Unlike previous years, the LWCF grant application will be filed separately from a LAND or PARC grant application. If you are interested in this grant opportunity, please visit www.comm-Dass.com and search for the RFR. Contact information for this grant program is: Melissa Cryan melissa.cryanCa7state.ma.us (617) 626-1 171 V -1-~4vy\- \04-~ AAe i N I hl j r i , ` rtS _r Customer Service Survey Results 1. What department did you visit? 0:7,Answered: 43 Skipped: 1 • library • town clerk • community service Reading Rec • Recreation • Town Clerk • Cleric, Library & Public Works • Town Clerk • Water • Light Dept. through the mail • Collector • Don't know - downstairs int he back • Elder Services • Engineering • DPW • Infonnation Desk • Engineering • Yes • Engineering • Public Works • Engineering • Engineering • Engineering • Assessors • Engineering • Collectors Office • Engineering • Library • Engineering • Engineering • Engineering la,3 • Town Clerk, Tax Collector, Payroll • Town Cleric, Tax Collector, Payroll • Engineering • Treasurer/Collector (I think) Engineering • Engineering • Town Manager Library • Engineering • Engineering • Town Manager • tax collector 2. What was the reason for your visit? DAnswered: 37 Skipped: 7 • use • ? on census • flu shot • info on an adult class • Enroll my Kids in Karate • removing dog's name from license list • varied • drop off fonns • Water Meter issue name adjustment on bill • Pay a bill Picking up stickers for bulk trash • Assistance with elderly relative - MassHealth, etc. • Realtor, checking out Property • to thank the guys • to ask about availability of a book • Tractor trucks on West St • Obtain copy of Memorial Park Plans • Excellent Plowing • Water in driveway • Obtain information about downtown improvements • Field Card • Processing of Reading Fire Dept. ambulance bill Treatment Plant Ball field • Reading & Reference To request a copy of a plan • Site Plans and history for development • To request copy of plan • map copy • Needed 2008 tax payment amounts LI • obtain infonnation • 58 Mill Street • traffic intersection • Children's programs • Abutters snaps for ZBA hearing • Locate stone bound • pay water and excise bills 3. Were you assisted in a timely manner? Answered: 42 Skipped: 2 Yes No 90.48%(38).. 9.52%(4)_.- 4. Was the person you spoke with helpful and courteous? Answered: 42 Skipped: 2 Yes No 92.86%(39) 7.14%(3) 5. Please add any comments on your interaction with Town staff here: lAnswered: 27 Skipped: 17 • Town Hall is always good, library rarely is • thanks • We didn't wait at all. As soon as we walked to the window, she began to ask what we needed help with. • John Feudo was very friendly and helpful • The person who handled my request kept moistening her fingers with saliva while taming pages in the census list. • The personal approach is clealy evident. The custoemr-facing people in town offices are very helpful adn they always seem to empathize with your 'problem' if you have a problem. If you need to fill out a form or file a request they are right there to walk you through it. So far (the last couple yrs as I can recall) my hat goes off to all staff I have encoutnered, without excetpion. I even walked up to some guys working a sudden water line break one Saturday night around the corner. I asked why they had all these trucks with flashing lights going on. I was shown the problem, which was quite serious, and all hands hard at work, and I thanked them and quietly left with some shame on my head.. so much for the community crime watch.. • Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I dropped off census, camp. finance forms, and an item for historical commission. I've already received a Thafflc You from the historical commission! • I have written on my bill about changing my middle initial from "D" to "M" and yet nothing has been done. I am not able to go there as I am house bound. • Very pleasant and helpful • Staff, in any department, have always been most helpful. • Extremely helpftil and courteous C jC--- • Chris was very helpful • They were very responsive, willing to assist, and to provide the infonnation I needed. • Very Polite and Very-Very Helpful!! • Everyone is great! • Very helpful • Very helpful • All three were helpful and courteous • Yes, all three • Extremely helpful - able to convey info over the phone malting my tax filing simpler. Really helpful! ! • Arthur was very helpful • I called the Town Manager three time over the course of a month and did not receive on return phone call. I finally called a Selectman who was able to help me. • I am always thrilled with how helpfiil and courteous everyone who works at the library is. I mostly deal with the children's room but have never had a negative experience at our local gem. Thanks so much for supporting the wonderful programs. • They were very helpful • Peter Reinhart was very helpful • What a bag job on the new Public Works administrator - a sales guy selling Sealcoating - what do you think we are stupid?? • very friendly and helpful 6. Did you achieve the business you were trying to achieve? Answered: 42 Skipped: 2 Yes 92.86 /0 39 No 7. Please add any additional comments/suggestions as to how we can improve our service here: EAnswered: 25 Shipped: 19 • see above • lower taxes • I was told the sign up was Tuesday night but since I work nights my husband never made it. Should I now mail in my applications for adult education? Thanks • Advise employees not to stick their fingers in their mouths. Use awet sponge in a small saucer. • Being a homebound elder is difficult at best but to not be able to get simple things fixed like an initial on my bill is truly frustrating to me. • I first went in on 1-2-09 to report a missing mailbox due to plows. Much to my amazement I had a new Postbox Monday morning I delivered donuts & coffee as a small thank you • But did get some useful information No improvement needed Service was top- notch • Peter is always helpful and goes beyond the questions. • I am complaining about too many tractor-trucks traveling on West Street all the time • Keep up the good work • Peter was Extremely helpful. We are dealing with water trouble at the end of our driveway • Very Helpful Excellent service • I always receive exceptional servcie from this office. • Outstanding customer relations, all persormel courteous, friendly, helpfid and I could tell that all enjoyed the work they were doing!!! • The available wheelchair is a lifesaver, big time. Thank you soooo much. • The Engineers were very helpful. The infonnation was available, well documented and current. • Everyone was wonderful to deal with, very helpful and solicitous • Everyone was wonderful to deal with, very helpful and solicitous. • I really like the folks I have dealt with over time at the town. They alwayy seem to take the time to personalize the issue and take an interest in your situation, even if they cannot help. I wish all government agencies had the responsiveness I find locally in our town offices - TO calrify, I do not agree with every decision made by town officials, but get the feeling that they make decisions based on what they see as the right way to proceed and that seems to have become part fo how all town employees address issues. • This department is always extremely helpful. • This is the third time over the past three years I have tried to track down the Town Manager. On all three occasions he has not returned my call. • Open the library on Thursday mornings and have more lapsits, story times and music. Really, nothing needs to be improved - I am very happy! • Reading has the best Engineering Dept. in the area • none 1. What is your name? QAnswered: 38 Skipped: 6 2. What is your address? Answered: 33 Skipped: I I 3. What is your email address? V l--jAnswered: 24 Skipped: 20 4. What is your phone number? @Answered: 22 Skipped: 22 5. May we add your information to our electronic mailing list that offers community updates? Answered: 23 Skipped: 21 Yes 86.96%(20), No 13.04 /0 3 OCopyright, All Rights Reserved SurvevM.a6k.corn SurveyMagik 4.1 To: Board of Selectmen From: Pete Hechenbleikner Date: Friday, April 24, 2009 RE: Municipal Cabinet Meeting with Lt. Governor Tim Murray On April 24, I attended the Municipal Cabinet Meeting with Lt. Governor Tim Murray, hosted by Mayor Rob Dolan in Melrose. The meeting consisted of introducing a number of second level personnel from the cabinet representing a number of different functions of State, government that interface with local government. There were a number of officials and citizens present. I made comments to the Lt. Governor on the following issues: • Communities need more money, and more flexibility in what revenues we are allowed to raise. • Communities need to have health insurance plan design authority, not subject to collective bargaining. During later discussion there was mention of setting up a GIC like program for municipalities, with a "board" consisting of union representatives and CEO appointed representatives, with the majority being CEO appointed representatives (this is the MMA backed plan). • The proposed "stretch" building code under the Green Communities program should be adopted state wide, rather than being adopted town-by-town as a supplement to the state code. • The process of communities voting on Vocational School budgets needs to be amended. Currently if the Vocational School budget is turned down, the Vocational School District adopts a new budget and it is up to the Towns to reject the budget or it is adopted: This process takes place after Town Meetings have ended. • Better legislation is needed to deal with double utility poles - put some teeth in the current requirement that double poles be eliminated within 90 days. • In the Uniform Procurement Act (Chapter 30b), increase bid thresholds (which have not been changed since 1988), and index the thresholds; and allow communities to purchase under GSA (federal) bids, other broad-based national or multi-state purchasing consortia (only MA and NY do not allow this), in addition to purchasing under state contracts. 0 Page 1 1 f' THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS ' EXECUTIVE' OFFICE OF TRANSPORTATION K MASSACHUSETTS HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT DEVAL L. PATRICK GOVERNOR TIMOTHY P. MURRAY LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Traffic - Reading Mr. Peter I. Hechenbleikner Town Manager Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867-2685 Dear Mr. Hechenbleikner, April 14, 2009 \ , \Q V1 r CON W GC<•~"41 b 1 k~kor-. ~4 t JAMES A. ALOISI JR. SECRETARY LUISA PAIEWONSKY COMMISSIONER 8 a. rv This is in response to your letter dated March 23, 2009 requesting the installation of a traffic control signal on Route 28 at Hopkins Street in Reading. I have directed the District Traffic Engineering Section to conduct a signal warrant analysis to determine the need for installation of a traffic signal at this intersection. They are in the process of collecting traffic counts necessary for the analysis. As part of this analysis, any current crash data including date and time, type of the accident, weather and road conditions, etc. that the Reading Police Department can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. If you have any question regarding this matter, please contact the District Traffic Engineer, Raj Kulen, P.E. at (781) 641-8482. P.E. EGV/ev cc-file, M.O.File # 08-2009-0010 District Highway Director DISTRICT 4 - 519 APPLETON STREET, ARLINGTON, MA 02476 tl. TELEPHONE: (781) 641-8300 - TELEFAX: (781) 646-5115 - WWW.MHD.STATE.MA.US i PROCLAMATION POLICE MEMORIAL WEEK WHEREAS: Emergencies can occur at any time that require the police; and WHEREAS: When an emergency occurs, the prompt response of Police Officers is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property; and WHEREAS: The safety of our Police Officers is dependent upon the quality and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who telephone the Reading Public Safety Communications Center; and WHEREAS: Reading Police Officers are a crucial contact point between our citizens and emergency services; and WHEREAS: May 15th is National Peace Officers' Memorial Day honoring those men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice; and WHEREAS: Police Officers of the Reading Police Department have contributed substantially to the prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals, and play an essential role in safeguarding the rights and freedoms of Reading citizens; and WHEREAS: Members of the Reading Police Department exhibit compassion, understanding and the highest standards of professionalism in the performance of their jobs. NOW, THEREFORE, WE, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading, Massachusetts do hereby proclaim the week of May 10-May 16, 2009 as Police Memorial Week in honor of the men and women whose dedication and professionalism keep our Town and citizens safe. THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN Stephen A. Goldy, Chairman Ben Tafoya, Vice Chairman James E. Bonazoli, Secretary Camille W. Anthony Richard W. Schubert . )A 6 PROCLAMATION ARBOR DAY WHEREAS: In 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees; and WHEREAS: This holiday called Arbor Day was first observed with the planting of more than a million trees in Nebraska, and Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world; and WHEREAS: Trees reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, cut heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife; and WHEREAS: Trees are a renewable resource giving us paper, wood for our homes, fuel for our fires and countless other wood products; and WHEREAS: Trees in our Town increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas, beautify our community, and wherever they are planted are a source of joy and spiritual renewal; and WHEREAS: Reading has been recognized as a Tree City, U.S.A. by the National Arbor Day Foundation for 24 years, and desires to continue its tree-planting ways. NOW, THEREFORE, WE, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading, Massachusetts do hereby proclaim May 1, 2009 as Arbor Day in the Town of Reading, and urge all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands, and plant trees to gladden the heart and promote the well being of this and future generations. THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN Stephen A. Goldy, Chairman Ben Tafoya, Vice Chairman James E. Bonazoli, Secretary Camille W. Anthony Richard W. Schubert L(c C. r IS' Axbor iL1.-. TM P.O. Box 81415. Lincoln, NE 68501-1415.888-448-7337 arborday.org We inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. Cj G f o` April 15, 2009 8 JAL Q r(~` ~ Mr. Peter Hechenbleikner Town Manager r.~ 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 r3 0 Dear Mr. Hechenbleikner, We congratulate Reading on having achieved Tree City USA@ status for 2008-an accomplishment that assures all your citizens of greater opportunities than they may yet realize! As you already know, trees are a vital component of the infrastructure in cities and towns, providing environmental and economical benefits. Trees in urban areas reduce the heat island effect caused by pavement and buildings. Properly placed trees can increase property values. Leaves filter the air we breathe by removing dust and other particles. We have prepared the enclosed press release for your convenience as you prepare to contact local media outlets to share this commendable achievement with the public. We hope you are excited to share the significance of this accomplishment with the media. If you wish to receive this press release in electronic form, please email mderowitschO-arbordav.ora. We will send it to you within one work day. The Tree City USA program is sponsored in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. State foresters are responsible for the presentation of the Tree City USA flag and other materials. We will forward your awards to Eric Seaborn in your state forester's office. They will be coordinating the presentation with you. It would be especially appropriate to make the Tree City USA award a part of your Arbor Day ceremony. Again, we celebrate your diligence in improving the quality of life for the citizens of Reading and thank you for creating a healthier, more sustainable world for us all. Best regards, John Rosenow Chief Executive cc: Bob Keating Enclosure a~2 IIECYCIE~PAPEA PIIIIrtEO Wflil PECYCLABLE ISOY INK For more information, contact Mark Derowitsch, Public Relations Manager, at mderowitsch(cDarbordav.orq or call 888-448-7337. News from (STO ® TM _fo 211 N. 12th St. • Lincoln, NE 68508 0 888-448-7337 a arbordayorg We inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Reading Named Tree City USA@ by the Arbor Day Foundation Reading, MA has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. It is the twenty-fourth year Reading has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. Reading has met the four standards to become a Tree City USA community: having a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Communities that receive Tree City USA recognition not only have taken the time to meet these four standards, they recognize that: Trees promote healthier communities. Leaves filter the air we breathe by removing dust and other particles. • Trees moderate climate, conserve water and provide habitat for wildlife. • Trees in urban areas reduce the heat island effect caused by pavement and buildings. • Properly placed trees can increase property values, and buildings in wooded areas rent more quickly and tenants stay longer. "A community, its elected officials and its citizens that provide needed care for its trees deserves recognition and thanks," said John Rosenow, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. "Trees are a vital component of the infrastructure in our cities and towns, and they also provide environmental and economical benefits. Cities that are recognized with a Tree City USA designation go to great lengths to plant and care for the community forest." More information about Tree City USA can be found at www.arbordav.ora/TreeCitvUSA. About the Arbor Day Foundation The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit, environmental, an education organization of nearly one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. More information on the Foundation and its programs can be found at www.arbordav.ora. ~jl nEC~xcu~.o~~m I~jSOY INK APPOINTMENTS TO BECOME EFFECTIVE APRIL 28, 2009 Communitv Planning, & Development Commission Term: 3 years Appointing Authority Board of Selectmen Present Member(s) and Term(s) David B. Tuttle, Chairman Joseph Patterson Nicholas Safina John Weston Vacancy George Katsoufis (Associate) Candidates: Claire Paradiso 27 Heather Drive 18 Granger 221 South Street 10 Winthrop Ave. 9 Berkeley Street *Indicates incumbents seeking reappointment 1 Vacancv Orig. Date (06) (08) (06) (07) (06) Term Exp. 2011 2011 2010 2010 2009 2009 COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, Term Appointing Authoritv Number of Members Meetings Authority Three years Board of Selectmen Five Members whose terms are so arranged that as nearly an equal number of terms as possible shall expire each year Twice a month on the second and fourth Monday Reading Charter - Adopted March 24, 1986 Purpose CPDC shall make studies and prepare plans concerning the resources, developmental potential and needs of the Town. CPDC annually reports to the Town giving information regarding the physical condition of the Town and any plans or proposals known to it affecting. the resources, physical development and needs of the Town. CPDC shall have the power to regulate the sub-division of land within the Town by the adoption of rules and regulations governing such development. CPDC shall have all of the power and duties given to Plamiing Boards, Boards of Survey and Industrial Development Commissions under the Constitution and General Laws of the Commonwealth, and such additional powers and duties as may be authorized by the Charter, by Bylaw or by other Town Meeting vote. APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS/COADUTTEES/COM MSSIONS Name: P fti~ ACV rSo PIA-(AE H Date: -i ` -~i " 0 q (Last) ' (First) (Middle) Address: ~L'p r~ Tel. (Home) Tel. (Work) (Is this number listed?) Occupation: 0 o Sv c 7w N T # of years in Reading: Are you a registered voter in Reading? e-mail address: Place a number next to your preferred position(s) (up to four choices) with #1 being your first priority. (Attach a resume if available.) -Animal Control Appeals Committee -Aquatics Advisory Board Audit Committee Board of Appeals -Board of Cemetery Trustees Board of Health Board of Registrars Bylaw Committee Celebration Committee -Cities for Climate Protection -Commissioner of Trust Funds aCommunity Planning & Development Comm. -Conservation Commission -Constable Contributory Retirement Board Council on Aging -Cultural Council, Custodian of Soldiers' & Sailors' Graves -Economic Development Committee Finance Committee Historical Commission Housing Authority -Human Relations Advisory Committee -Land Bank Committee MBTA Advisory Committee a, Metropolitan Area Planning Council _Mystic Valley Elder Services -Recreation Committee _RMI.D Citizens Advisory Board -Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Committee -Town Forest Committee -Trails Committee -West Street Historic District Commission Other Please outline relevant experience for the position(s) sought: w0d Cc DIP 10' dletsfid Cavsrct~vis~tt, ~-0e ok(w a%ud- f - - U((~.t1iP_ BBL-~,o_tiCtyyu--~ . //C✓'--i~~t~c2 //--..tH I Go ~NJvc+t✓czi'~t~ ri~~titic~rC c>L~✓~~ G~~VT[c9^Q o./%~•'~417~-~• D,/ GL. NvvKkv~ SI~YI/1(..P.. v v1n t e 0 off' A PLC, U/"~j~~^ 41,1ZKO Im vo r ~ G S c t f wit 8 1~o w x~ N 3 &C3 e OF IR? 11m~, N % ~o IBJ9+INCORQ~pP~ Code of Conduct ("corrections" made to address comments attached) Every member of every Board, Committee, or Commission (B/C/C) who has been appointed by the Reading Board of Selectmen to that position is expected to comply with the following Code of Conduct. Responsibilities • Realize that his or her function is to follow the mission statement of the B/C/C. • Realize that he or she is one of a team and should abide by all decisions of the B/C/C once they are made. • Be well informed concerning the duties and responsibilities of the B/C/C. • Remember that he or she represents the entire community at all times. • Accepting the role of a B/C/C member is a means of unselfish service, not to benefit personally or politically from his or her B/C/C activities. Laws and Requlations Governinq 'ction • Abide by the ethics guidelines establishe' by the State. • Abide by all applicable state statutes and General Laws, Reading Home Rule Charter, Town Bylaws, and all applicable policies established by the Board `of Selectmen, especially the email communications policy. Decision Making • Request assistance from Town :staff or consultants only through the staff person assigned to the B/C/C. If no staff person is assigned, go t lrough the Town Manager. • Not make statements or promises of how he or''she will vote on matters that will come before the B/C/C.'uhtii'!he or she has had on opportunity to hear the pros and cons of the issue during, a public meeting of the. B/C/C. • Make ;decisions only aftbr all facts on a question have been presented and discussed. • Refrain„,from communicating the position of the B/C/C (as opposed to your personal position. to reporters or state officials unless the full B/C/C has previously agreed on both the position and the language of the position conveying the statement. Treatment of Public, Staff. and Other Members • Treat with respe6t'i611 members of the B/C/C, all applicants to come before the B/C/C, and all staff and consultants working with the B/C/C, despite differences of opinion. • Never Do not publicly 8r-itiGiz-e disparage an employee of the Town. Concerns about staff performance should only be made to the Town Manager through private conversation. • Insure that any materials or information provided to a B/C/C member from Town staff should be made available to all B/C/C members. • If circumstances change so that meeting attendance on a regular basis becomes difficult, the B/C/C member will offer his or her resignation to the Board of Selectmen, so that someone who can regularly attend meetings can be appointed by the Board. Adopted by the Board of Selectmen L40. ~ Comments Received from B/C/C The.4th item under Decision Making - "Refrain...." -could be interpreted as a gag order. This could be used to prevent minority positions from reaching the public. It needs greater wording so that minority position could be expressed. It also could be interpreted to be an anti "whistleblower" policy. The 2nd item under Treatment - "Never...." This is too broad. I understand what is being attempted here but if 1 stand up at any meeting and say a plan that is proposing does not work that remark would be in violation of this policy. It needs to be narrowed. 3. On the draft code of conduct, please pass along the comment from me that the 2nd bullet under "Responsibilities" can conflict with the fourth bullet. If each appointee is supposed to represent the entire community it will 'mean there are times when they should speak up about a decision made by the majority of their committee. Not all the time but sometimes. The word "criticism" should be defined - is disagreeing with someone considered criticism? Perhaps a different word should be used. 5. What happens if the "Code of Conduct" is violated? 6. Allow full public participation to debate, .comment, and present the facts on issues before the B/C/C. 4 Under the decision making section, the (first `item says to go through the staff person assigned to the board with requests for assistance from" other staff members. What about boards that do not have an assigned staff pperson, such as the Trails Committee? (One way to handle this would be to' have a policy that every board is assigned a staff person.) 11: ~Wi~W 4 Under "Treatment of public, staff and other members" I have a concern on the second bullet: - Never publicly criticize an employee of the Town. Concerns about staff should be ONLY be made lto the TownManager through private conversation I think 1 understand the intent of the bullet; but I don't think that the way it reads is how a B/C/C conducts business. For instance, as you know, we now have a "For Your Information" document:.!l'll,attach one that I've started to write regarding Swissbakers. In our Committee we discuss, in a public forum, concerns (which can be interpreted as criticisms) and we created the For Your Information document as a way to address these concerns. With the intent that this input cduld address rumors, and perhaps make recommendations for change based on the discussion around a concern. 9. Why is this code necessary? LEGAL,N4TICI_ TOWN OF READING To the Inhabitants, of the..' town of Reading:. Please.:'fake: Q'otice that.ti e Board bf Selectmen. f the''Town of Reeciing wil{ ;liold.?tle;=follow-. ing pub{ir:' hearings An .Tuesday„ Apr{1. •28;,` <200b `'in the°' Selectmentillee#Ing Room; 16. . Low.l{ trReading, Massachusetts:.. ` + Park Pro.7:5• Revocation of . Liquor License- Atla'nttc• Supermarket - 8:20 p.m: A copy of the proposed doc- uments are avai:lab_{e in the Town,.Manager.'s Office, 16. Lowe{t Sfreet; Reading, 'MA ,from 8`:30 a.m..- 5:00 p.m., M-F and are attached to the hearing notice on the www.readingma.gov All interested parties` may appear in person, may.subrnit,,::, their comments in writing,, or Cy" email to townmanaaer@ci.read ina.ma.us. By order of Peter L Heclenbleikner' Town Manager 4/2.1 t I 1 /o"\ MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Selectmen FROM: Peter I. Hechenbleikner DATE: March 17, 2009 RE: Washington Park Improvements At the meeting when we discussed the Washington Park Improvements, the question came up as to how the angle parking along the frontage of Washington Park would work and whether there was adequate room for angled parking including the back up area. I've asked the Engineering Division to prepare the attached detailed map of the portion of the site adjacent to where the playground would go. The angle parking as proposed fits well, but would require removal of the stonewall (but not the archway). The existing 24 feet of pavement width on Washington Park is ideal for angled parking. There is currently no parking on the opposite side of the street and this would remain. I've also attached a photograph (including snow) which shows the stonewall on this part of Washington Park. The estimated cost of doing the angle parking, fencing and other work on the portion of the park in front of the proposed playground is approximately $50,000. Of that approximately $20,000 is for curb and sidewalk and the FY2010 budget has $25,000 in it for curb and sidewalk. Of the remainder, the installation of the bituminous concrete pavement would be done by DPW at a discounted price from the quote, and the removal of the existing wall could also be done primarily in-house. The major additional out of pocket cost would be for the rod iron fence in this area. With these issues addressed, I assume that the Board of Selectmen will be prepared to go forward with the hearing on the Master Plan including the details as outlined. PIH/ps RIVERSIDE DRIVE b o R - z m b US T ~ -C z 1 v 5 A :r_- IRA ~ y Z --I m IPr H 0 ~ N ZZ L 3 ~ pp ~ ~ rrl 2 O 3 ~ Z -c \ 133'81S' lONM t TOWN OF READING I°ce ,•aai I I • 1 I I I I I I I Ej}.~~ Partners I n p y~v~r~~ Ym ~tlp~ 66m1L ^.7I WASHINGTON PARK I°°' am °°°I I I I w e o. 'GROUP n CONCEPTUAL DESIGN I~"vdi°°r cul eo' I I tl4 I y/`(,`/l{/Jt~./, F7 TOTAL SPACES Q1), X IV) EXISTING STONE LANDSCAPE ENTRANCE TO REMAIN. ADD AREA n EXIST. WALL SIGN OR PLAGUE STATING "WASHINGTON PARK". 0 24.00/,0AXX TO f~E REMOVED PROP. 6' WROUGHT IRON FENOE I RELOCATE FUTILITY POLE PROP. 5 0 CONCRETE SIDEWALK n GRANITE GURf, EXIST. GONG. SIDEWALK WASHINGTON PARK IMPROVEMENTS - 1st PHASE TOWN OF READING ENGINEERING DIVISION RELOCATE UTILITY POLE PROP. 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Please..'take:,rjotice th4t .th.6Board :of Select. meri. Othe`Town of: Readino will hold. the -f0110w iIng public: hearings :pry .Tuesday,,,: April 281: :2009 .:1`n the` Selectmen's ,M60 hig Room; 16. Lowell `"St`re:ets Reading, Massachusetts o Washthgton Park Project Revocation of Liquor License- Atlantlq Supermarket - 8:2 A copy 'of the proposed doc- ' uments are available i.n the Town. Manager.'s Office, 16. „ "Lowell Ctreet~; ,R~eadi'rig, 'NiA :from E60 a.m..- 5:00 p.m., M-F and are attached to the hearing notice on the website`,'at'.'iI'-' www.reading ma.gov All interested parties` may appear in person, may sgbmit,, their comments in writing; or 6y" . email to townmanaaer@ci.read ina.ma.us. By order of , Peter I. Hec, riblefter : Town Manager 4/2.1 C• ' V °FReq°-ti Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA.01867-2685 rxcoa~p4 FAX: (781), 942-9071 Email: toWnmanager@ci.reading.ma.us TOWN MANAGER Website: www. readingma.gov (781) 942-9043 CERTIFIED MAIL March 26, 2009 Atlantic Food Mart, Inc. Attn: Arnold Rubin, President 30 Haven Street Reading, MA 01867 NOTICE OF HEARING Alleged Violation - Town of Reading Liquor License Policy Section 3.2.1.6 - Abandonment of Licensed Premises Dear Mr. Rubin: You are hereby notified that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Selectmen as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Reading, on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 9:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Hearing Room,. Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, to show cause why your license to operate a Retail Package Goods Store for All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages not to be Drunk on the Premises should not be modified, suspended or revoked for a violation of Section 3.2.1.6 of the Town of Reading Liquor License Policy which provides that, "[t]he closing of the licensed establishment for seven consecutive calendar days or for more than 20 regular business calendar days during a calendar year shall be deemed to be abandonment of the license and sufficient grounds for revocation, unless prior approval is granted by the Licensing Authority." No prior approval to abandon the license was issued by the Board of Selectmen as the Licensing Authority and, it appears that this abandonment took place on or prior to December 1, 2008 unless evidence can be provided to the contrary. This public hearing will be held pursuant to the provisions of M.G.L. c.138, §64. After the hearing, the Board of Selectmen may vote to suspend or revoke your license if it finds that there is satisfactory proof that a violation has occurred. You may appear on your own behalf and/or with your legal counsel and present witnesses. 0// For your information and review, a copy of Section 6.3.1.2 is enclosed herewith. in erely, Peter I. Hechenbleikner, Town Manager Encl. cc: Town Counsel Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission Attorney Brad Latham Ci 3.2.1.6 - Dutv to Perform An applicant for a license to sell liquor on or off premises shall within 45 days of the issuance of such license commence construction of the licensed premises which shall be fully operational within 120 days of the issuance of such license, unless otherwise approved by the Licensing Authority. Thereafter, the licensee will continuously operate the premises in accordance with the terms and conditions of the license. The closing of the licensed establishment for seven consecutive calendar days or for more than 20 regular business calendar days during a calendar year shall be deemed to be abandonment of the license and sufficient grounds for revocation, unless prior approval is granted by the Licensing Authority. Such revocation shall only be done following a public hearing. Upon application by the licensee, the Licensing Authority may waive this abandonment provision in the event of major renovation, destruction by fire or flood or other similar circumstance. (bold added for emphasis) ~G~ THE LICENSING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF READING HEREBY GRANTS A RETAIL PACKAGE GOODS STORE LICENSE to Expose, Keep. for Sale and to Sell All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages Not to be Drunk on the Premises License No. 101600022 TO: ATLANTIC FOOD MART, INC. D/B/A ATLANTIC FOOD MART, 30 HAVEN STREET, READING, MASS. on the following described premises: Restricted display cases in first floor and secured area in basement of same facility. This license is granted and accepted upon the express condition that the licensee shall, in all respects, conform to all the provisions of the Liquor Control Act, Chapter 138 of the General Laws, as amended, and any rules or regulations made thereunder by the licensing authorities. This license expires December 31, 2009, unless earlier suspended, cancelled or revoked and is 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 also subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager. In Testimony Whereof, the undersigned have hereunto affixed their official signatures this 24th day of December, 2008. The hours during which'. Alcoholic Beverages may be sold are: Mondav-Saturdav From 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. except 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. The day before a holiday. Sundav r From 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. LICENSING THIS LICENSE SHALL BE DISPLAYED ON THE PREMISES IN A CONSPICUOUS POSITION WHERE IT CAN EASILY BE READ. Board of Selectmen MeetinF4 - November 18, 2008 - Paae 2 Chairman Stephen Goldy noted that the Youth Representative on the Board will attend once per month. He asked for a volunteer for the Memory Tree, and Vice Chairman Ben Tafoya indicated that he would attend. Chairman Goldy also noted that the Board received correspondence from Leslie Kerwin's office. Vice Chairman Ben Tafoya stated that he was disappointed to see the list of issues. He noted that prevailing wage has never been an issue and he doesn't want to be associated with that issue. He also noted that the cost of supplies is the big issue with projects. Chairman. Goldy noted that the next steps are to work on regionalization and best practices - the prevailing wage will not be discussed. He also informed the Board that the agendas will be sent out early to the Selectmen so that issues can be added to the agendas. Public Comment - Arnold Rubin, owner of the Atlantic Food Mart, was present. He announced that his store is closing its doors. The day after Thanksgiving, everything in the store will be 25% off and then the store will close. He noted that he is not going bankrupt, all employees will have a separation package, and all vendors will be paid. He will maintain an office in the building until the building is leased or sold. He also noted that he tried to get other supermarkets interested in the location but it was to no avail. A resident of the Town spoke and asked that the Town encourage another small store at that location. Chairman Stephen Goldy noted that the Economic Development Committee is helping to recruit another retailer. T wn Manager's Reuort The Town Manager gave the following report: • Election process went well. The Town Manager gave an update on the following construction projects: Parker Middle School - Collins Field, Birch Meadow tennis courts, Gould Street, High Street, Hillside Road, Franklin Street, Colburn Road, WTP demolition, Border Road - drainage and repaving related to installation of water system interconnection vault. Bear Hill Water standpipe inspection is done, Common flag pole bids. Downtown project is "buttoning up" for the Winter • Street lights from Washington to Haven should be illuminated within the next few weeks ■ Temporary signal at Pleasant and Main • Curbside Leaf Collection this Fall. Schedule: Normal collection day weeks of. • November- 3, • November 17, • December 1. • Received a LIP application for 885 Main Street - we will schedule this for a future Board of Selectmen Meeting. • November 20th is the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeoute. Set a quit date and stick to it - the American Cancer Society can help. Check out www.cancer.ora. • Performance Contracting - Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee participation at interview stage in early December. • Flu Clinics - o November 19th - Killam School - over 65 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. o December 4th - Parker Middle School - 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. L" Page 1 of 1 Marino, Lillian From: Hechenbleikner, Peter Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 10:50 AM To: Marino, Lillian Subject: FW: Atlantic For Atlantic file . From: Brad Latham [mailto:blatham@latham-lamond.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2009 3:44 PM To: Hechenbleikner, Peter Subject: Atlantic Peter: Arnold. Rubin advises me that the liquor inventory of Atlantic Food Mart, Inc. has been sold in the course of its business to customers. No liquor has been sold back to a wholesaler. If there are further questions in that regard., please advise. Arnold expresses his thanks to you and the Selectmen for your understanding during this difficult process. Brad From: Hechenbleikner, Peter [mailto:phechenbleikner@ci.reading. ma.us] Sent: Friday, December 26, 2008 12:19 PM To: blatham@latham-lamond.com Subject: Atlantic Can you please confirm for me the date that the Atlantic Supermarket closed, and also confirm. for me how they disposed of the remaining liquor, beer, and wine. If you can get me a copy of the "Special Permit to Sell Back" to the wholesaler, according to Section 77 or the applicable law, I would like that permit for our files. Pete Hechenbleikner Town Manager 1`11- C/ --17 1/27/2009 D G~ ATLANTIC FOOD MART BUSINESS TAWS C V E1 CLERK 30 HAVEN STREET E;~~~rPtG, MASS. READING, MA 01867 1000 DEC i I A 'P December 1, 2008 Town Clerk 'Town of Reading Town Hall 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 Re: Atlantic Food Mart Business Trust Dear Sir/Madam: Enclosed for filing is a certificate of the vote authorizing the termination of the above Massachusetts business trust, the Atlantic Food Mart Business Trust. Sincerely, ATLANTIC FOOD MART BUSINESS TRUST By: av"~j Arnold J. Rubin, Tetee { 00002583-DOC; } L~ c~q A CERTIFICATE OF VOTE OF LIQUIDATION AND TERMINATI RECEIVED OF ATLANTIC FOOD MART BUSINESS TRUST DEC Z 26,, The undersigned hereby certify that he is the Trustee of the Atlantic P TMpj& T"JE COMMONWEAL Business Trust, a Massachusetts Business Trust established by a Declaration of VWRATIONS DRgSIoN dated December 29, 1999, as maybe amended (the "Trust"), and that the following vote was duly adopted by the unanimous written consent of the Trustee and the Shareholders of the Trust as of December 1, 2008. VOTED: That the Trust be voluntarily liquidated, dissolved and terminated effective as of December 1, 2008, that the Plan of Liquidation in the form presented to the Trustee and Shareholders (the "l IW') be and hereby is approved and adopted to effect such liquidation and termination and that the Trustee is hereby authorized to execute and deliver the Plan on behalf of the Trust. This document may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but both of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Undersigned, being the Trustee of the Trust does hereby confirm the above vote was and does certify that the foregoing represents an actual vote of the Trust and that the Trust is bound thereby and that said vote is in full force and effect oh this date. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has executed this certificate as of this 1st day of .December, 2008. ATLANTIC FOOD MART BUSINESS TRUST Arnold J. Rubin, ruste {00002581,DOC; } ~_~q, M i 1 'l✓ 7 ~ ~ VIA (-'~I~~~~~C~t✓ V l~~ V i~C/~✓! V r M H Y "e 'f=& A~ 00st0/1" Afawacfium'etts 02133 '4r ~ Yy William Francis Galvin Secretary of the Commonwealth December 10, 2008 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I hereby certify that, ATLANTIC FOOD MART BUSINESS TRUST a voluntary association with transferable shares, organized and existing under and by virtue of the Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, filed a copy of its Declaration of Trust dated December 29, 1999, in this office on December 30, 1999 pursuant to Chapter 182 of the Laws of said Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I further certify that said association terminated by filing a certificate of termination on December 10, 2008, effective as of December 1, 2008. In testimony of which, I have hereunto affixed the Great Seal of the Commonwealth on the date first above written. Secretary of the Commonwealth (~ZL({ r Processed By:sarn i G-~ Town of Readinq GOALS 2009 Development 1 Complete Downtown Streetscape project 2 Complete Downtown Parking study, and implement elements that can be implemented on a priority basis 3 Complete Downtown OR study and determine how to proceed; and or amend the downtown mixed use regulations 4 Review sign sections of Zoning bylaw and get the proposed amendments before Town Meeting 5 Develop design standards for South Main Street and get necessary amendments to Zoning bylaw before Town Meeting 6 Complete permitting of AWP site once a completed application for the site is received 7 'Explore resources available to review and revise the entire Zoning Bylaw Finance 1 The overriding issue will be how to manage our budget to implement our highest priority services, programs, and projects in a time of declining resources 2 Prepare for potential Federal Stimulus package benefits to Reading resources Operations 1. Manage next steps in implementation of technology improvements including the MUNIs software and Records Management: • Train users on the intricacies and detail of the new MUNIs software and the volume of information available to the end users. • Implement Phase 2 of the new financial software. Real Estate, Personal Property and Motor Vehicle Tax Billing will be implemented in the Collectors office. Utility Billing will be implemented in DPW. General Billing will be implemented for Ambulance and Extra Detail Billing in the Public Safety Departments. • Complete parcel renumbering scheme for MUNIs. • Begin first phases of Records Management project 2. Implement DPW Management Study: • Hire a replacement Director following the retirement of our current Director • Succession Planning • Address short term vehicle maintenance with contracting • Address long term vehicle maintenance through regional program or adding facility • Address project management through planning and tracking software • Begin pilot Performance Measurement 3. Institutionalize the BCC Chalr/Vice Chair training 4. Public Safety • Expand and Improve Public Safety programs • Expand the level ALS level of care to the community by placing ALS equipment on the Ladder truck. • Enhance the Town of Reading's Emergency Operations Center. 5. Library • Extrapolate short-term goals from new Library Plan of Service 2009- 2014; Establish work teams; • Lay groundwork for longer-term goals. For example, seek additional funding for Local History digitization project; plan outreach to new residents, etc. Services 1. Determine what options exist to move forward with the local van service under the Suburban Mobility grant 2. Implement additional technology and web page improvements including: • Customer Request module • Town Manager Blog • Customers electronic interaction • Library - Launch new website • Add web-based Suggestion Box/ Library Director's blog option to supplement in-house Suggestion Box Policies and procedures 1. Revise and finalize clear Donations and Gifts Policy & Procedure and Donor recognition and create brochure and online process for all Gifts 2. Fully implement the Petroleum By-law. 3. Establish ad hoc Community-wide building committee to address present and future program needs of town facilities.; • Work with Library Trustees and Facilities Department to implement recommendations of Building Assessment and establish a process for long-term facility improvements . V~ MEMORANDUM TO: «Name» oaddress» Reading, MA 01867 FROM: Peter 1. Hechenbleikner DATE: April 29, 2009 RE: Reappointment to « Committee>> Our records indicate that your term of office on the above Board, Committee or Commission will expire on June 30, 2009. The Board of Selectmen's policy provides that: L All incumbents for terms that are expiring will be sent this questionnaire regarding their desire . for reappointment. This form must be returned to the Town Clerk's Office by May 22, 2009. 2. All positions which are vacant or with terms expiring will be posted, including those where the incumbent desires reappointment. Incumbents will not be required to fill out new citizen volunteer forms. The Board requests that all incumbents be available for an interview, or if you are not available, that you submit a written statement outlining your experience and your interest in being re-appointed. Please indicate below whether or not you desire reappointment to this position, and return this signed form to the Town Clerk's Office by May 22, 2009. If we do not hear from you by this date, we will assume that you do not wish to be re-appointed. I wish to be considered for reappointment. I do not wish to be considered for reappointment. Signature cc: Committee Chainnan Date A 9) 1~1111v 1~11111 I,- 11F 111111, OFR r ~ x,40 ts39 INCOR4~~P , THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS ' Number: 2009-2 Fee: $50.00 TOWN OF READING This is to certify that ROTARY CLUB OF READING, P. O. BOX 61, READING, MASSACHUSETTS THE ABOVE NAMED ASSOCIATION IS HEREBY GRANTED A SPECIAL ONE-DAY LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE SERVED ON THE PREMISES AT A READING ROTARY SPRING AUCTION ON SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2009 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 6:00 P.M. TO 12:00 P.M. AT AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL, 101 WILLOW STREET z Under Chapter 138, Section 14, of the Liquor Control Act. Holders of one day licenses shall provide a bartender and/or servers who are trained and authorized to make decisions regarding continued service of alcoholic beverages to attendees. There shall be no self service of any alcoholic beverage at any event approved as a one day license. This permission is granted in conformity with the Statutes and Ordinances relating . thereto and expires at 12:00 p.m., April 4, 2009, unless s nded or ok . Q -,.n 45* Date Issued: March 31, 2009 THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Number: 2009-3 TOWN OF READING This is to certify that HELEN E. WOODS, HALLMARK HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER THE ABOVE NAMED NON-PROFIT CORPORATION IS HEREBY GRANTED A SPECIAL ONE-DAY LICENSE TO SERVE ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON THE PREMISES AT A CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING EVENT ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2009 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5:30 P.M. TO 7:30 P.M. AT THE HALLMARK HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER,30 NEW CROSSING ROAD Under Chapter 138, Section 14, of the Liquor Control Act. Holders, of one day licenses shall provide a bartender and/or servers who are trained and authorized to make decisions regarding continued service of alcoholic beverages to attendees. There shall be no self service of any alcoholic beverage at any event' approved as a one day license. This permission is granted in conformity with the Statutes and Ordinances relating thereto and expires at 7:30 p.m., April 15, 2009, unless ydVended, or voked. r' Date Issued: April 13, 2009 ~ I TOWN OF READING Number: 2009-4 Fee: $50.00 This is to certify that the AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL,, 101 WILLOW STREET, READING, MASS. THE ABOVE NAMED NON-PROFIT CORPORATION . IS HEREBY GRANTED A SPECIAL ONE-DAY LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE SERVED ON THE PREMISES AT A FUNCTION TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2009 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5:30 P.M. TO 10:00 P.M.. Under Chapter 138, Section 14, of the Liquor Control Act. Holders of the license must purchase all liquor from a licensed wholesaler. Holders of one day licenses shall provide a bartender and/or servers who are trained and authorized to make decisions regarding continued service of alcoholic beverages to attendees. There shall be no self service of any alcoholic beverage at any event approved as a one day license. This permission is granted in conformity with the Statutes and Ordinances relating thereto and expires at 10:00 p.m., May 7, 2009, unless pftended o vol d. Date Issued: April 14, 2009 6 ez N R.. f e gey April 13, 2009 ZM9 APR 3 2; 54 Mr. Larry Ramdin Health Services Administrator Town Hall 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 RE: Lyme Disease/Ticks at 129 Howard Street Dear Mr. Ramdin, I am writing to share information that I hope will aid you in the effort to protect and preserve public health in Reading. My family and I moved to Reading about five months ago and since then both of my dogs have been diagnosed with Lyme disease. My reason for calling this to your attention is that my dogs have not been in any other location or situation where they may have picked up a tick to contract the disease outside of walks in my neighborhood and playing in my yard. In addition, the timing of their recent Vet visits is such that it makes it reasonable to assume the timing of their infection corresponds to the time they have spent at our current residence. We have found numerous White Footed mice in and around the house and there is a group of deer that move through the surrounding property on a regular basis. We know that these are important vectors of a variety of tick borne illnesses, so we thought this would be worth bringing this to your attention. I would greatly appreciate if you or someone in your department would contact me to inform me of the towns tick control programs as I did not see anything posted on the town website. Our primary concern is the health and well being of our family, our pets and our neighbors, so please do not hesitate to us know if we can be of any assistance in the health department's efforts to control tick borne infectious diseases in the town. 6t Regards, ancuso 129 Howard Street Reading, MA 01867 617-515-1414 CC: eter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager Stephen Goldy, Board of Selectmen RMLD COD April 8, 2009 *t&/3 Reading Municipal Light Department RELIABLE POWER FOR GENERATIONS 230 Ash Street P.O. Box 150 Reading, MA 01867-0250 20 APR 13 PN 2: 54 Tel: (781) 944-1340 Fax: (781) 942-2409 Web: www.rmld.com Selectman Rick Schubert Subcommittee for the Payment to the Town of Reading Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 SUBJECT: Reading Town Payment Dear Selectman Schubert: At the June 8,, 1998 RMLD Board meeting, the Board moved that with regard to transfers from the return on investment to the Town of Reading, a benchmark payment of $1,560,414 be established, and that in subsequent years the payment will be adjusted by the Consumer's Price Index (CPI) for the previous calendar year. (See attached RMLD Board Minutes 6/8/98.) This motion was based on the recommendations of the Subcommittee for the Payment to the Town of Reading and the CAB. Attached also is a table showing the history of the payments since the formula was approved. The Boston Region CPI (Boston-Brockton-Nashua) for the calendar year 2008 is 3.5% as shown on the attached tables. The increase of 3.5% results in a Reading Town Payment of $2,186,670, which is an increase of $73,945 over the 2008 payment of $2,112,725. The first payment to the Town of Reading is due July 2009, and the second payment is due in December 2009. Note: The formula used to calculate the percentage is as follows: 2008 CPI = ((235.370/227.409)-1) = .035 or 3.5% If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at 781-942-6415. Sincerely, i ncept F. n, Jr. General M fager Attachments c: Peter Hechenbleikner, Reading Town Manager Robert Fournier, Accounting/Business Manager V~ 11 Reading Municipal Light Board Rerfular Session Minutes Meeting Location: 230 Ash Street, Reading, MA 01867 June 8, 1998 Start Time of Regular Session: 7:37 p.m. End Time of Regular Session: 10:35 p.m. Attendees: Commissioners: Messrs. Pacino, Ames, Hughes, Burditt, and.Swyter RMLD Staff: Messrs. Rucker, Cameron, Blomley, Benson, Ms. Brennick and Ms. Cavagnaro Others: Mr. John Corbett from CAB 1. Minutes of May 18, 1998 Moved that the RMLD accept the Regular Session minutes of May 18, 1998 on the recommendation of Mr. Burditt, with the following amendment: Regular Session Meeting Minutes should note the return to Regular Session before Adjournment. Motion carried 5:0 2. Report of the Chairman of the Board Mr. Pacino reported on the CAB/RMLD/Selectmen subcommittee meeting. Action Items a. Board Sub-Committee Transfer Payments to Town of Reading with regard to transfers from unappropriated earned surplus to the Town of Reading by the Board, moved that there be established a benchmark payment of $1,560,414 for calendar 1998; and that in subsequent years the payment will be changed by the consumers price index for the previous year;, and that either the Light Board, or the Citizens Advisory Board through the Light Board, may ask that a committee be convened to review this payment at any time. On the suggestion of CAB it was agreed to replace "increased" with "changed". Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried 5:0. Unplanned Community Organizations/Events Sponsorships Moved that the General Manager be authorized to establish an Unplanned Community Organizations/Events Sponsorship Program to further establish name recognition of RMLD, as well as the enhancement of the public's perception of the utility's involvement in the community. The General Manager will be authorized to administer this program within budget constraints and the June 1, 1998 "Unplanmed Community Organizations/Events sponsorships" document to achieve the objectives of the program. Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried 4:1 (with Mr. Swyter against) v l~ C. All-dielectric, sell'-supporting aerial optical fiber cable Moved that bid 5-19-98-1 for all-dielectric, self supporting aerial optical fiber cable be awarded to Arthur Hurley Company for the total net cost of $42,705 as the lowest qualified bidder on the recommendation of the General Manager and Staff. Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried 5:0. Per an agreement with the Town of Reading, 5,335 feet of 24 optical fiber cable at a bid cost of $4,90$.20 is being purchased by the RMLD through this bid specifications. The Town will fully reimburse to the RMLD for $4,908.20. Moved that bid 5-19-98-1 for all-dielectric, self-supporting aerial optical fiber cable be awarded to Arthur Hurley Company for the total net cost of $4,908.20 as the lowest qualified bidder on the recommendation of the General Manager and Staff. Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried 5:0. 4. Presentations Thursday Evenings Extended Hours For Customers Lori Cavagnaro made a presentation on this pilot program regarding the RMLD's customer usage and whether it should be continued when it ends in July though no action was required by the Board at this time. Discussion ensued regarding other payment venues that currently exist for RMLD customers as well as the future direction of payments via electronic methods. 5. General Manager's Report Mr. Pacino congratulated Sharon Staz on her new position as General Manager of Kernnebunk, Maine. Mr. Rucker discussed the status of talks with RMLD abutters about extending "Enterprise Way". Board Discussion a. Restructuring: a working session meeting was set for Wednesday, 6/17/98 at 7:00 p.m. with a 2-hour limit in the GM Conference Room. Computerization of Board: Mr. Pacino recommended that Mr. SA yter and himself be appointed to set up a subcommittee; the Board agreed. b. New Discussion Items SO Information Items Mr. Swyter noted that the load was increasing. Mr. Rucker stated that both the load and peaks are increasing because the RMLD is no longer controlling the peaks in the new de-controlled system. It was found that controlling the peaks adversely affects our revenues. 8. Executive Session At 9:25 p.m. moved that the Board go into Executive Session for the purpose of considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, and to discuss strategy with respect to litigation, then return to Regular Session for the sole purpose of adjourning. Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried by a poll of the Board Members 5:0. Mr. Ames, Aye. Mr. Hughes, Aye. Mr. Pacino, Aye. Mr. Burditt, Aye. Mr. Swyter, Aye. The Board returned to Regular Session. The date of the next Regular Business meeting was set for Monday, June 22, 1998. 9. Motion to Adjourn Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried 5:0. Moved that the Board return to Regular Session for the sole purpose of adjourning. Mr. Burditt moved; Mr. Ames seconded. Motion carried 5:0. A true copy of the RMLD Board of Commissioners minutes as approved by a majority of the Board. Willard J. Butt Secretary, RMLD Board of Commissioners. 4/7/2009 9:02 AM History of Payments to the Town of Reading since 1998 Calendar Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL CPI 11 % I 1 Change 1 167.91 1 1 171.111 2.26% 176.011 2.50% 183.611 4.32% 191.511 4.30% 196.511 2.61% 203.911 3.77% 209.511 2.75% 216.41 1 3.29% 223.11 1 3.10% 227.40911 1.9% 235.3711 fl 11 11 II fl II I I II II 1 1 II I II I1 II I I I !I 3.5% Payment II 11 1,560,414 11 1,595,680 11 1,635,572 11 1,706,229 11 1,779,597 11 1,826,062 11 1,894,829 11 1,946,870 11 2,010,991 11 2,073,332 11 2,112,725 11 2,186,670 $22,328,972 Bureau of Labor Statistics Data Page 1 of 2 E~'0~ UNITED SIA!'Eb 17tf'AtiTNtiitil t)[ TABC~Et ";-~„t. www.bls.gov Search: All BLS.gov ror: .sea.ch BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS Newsroom I Tutorials I Release Calendar Home Subject Areas Databases & Tables Publications Economic Releases A- z index I About SLS Databases, Tables & Calculators by Subject FONT SrZE: 4.1,' Change Output Options: From: 1999 To: 1 2009 ❑Include graphs News More Formattina Ontions=*~ Data extracted on: April 7, 2009 (9:11:36 AM) Consumer Price Index - All Urban Consumers Series Id: CUURA103SA0,CUUSA103SA0 Not Seasonally Adjusted Area: Boston-Brockton-Nashua, MA-NH-ME-CT Item: All items Base Period: 1982-84=100 Year' _ Jan +Febl Mar Aprj May ~Junl Jul Aug Sep Oct! 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DOL 0 Maps 0 Glossary 0 Join our Mailing Lists a About BLS 0 Privacy & Security 0 Contact Us 0 Linking & Copyright Information http://data.bls.gov/PDQ/servlet/SurveyOutputServlet 4/7/2009 c Ltc&o { M A PC April 10, 2009 Metropolitan Area Planning c 60 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts 02111 617-451-2770 fax 617-482-7185 www.mapc.org Serving 101 cities and towns in metropolitan Boston Mr. Peter I. Hechenbleikner Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 Dear Mayor/Select Board Chair/Municipal Manager. W N As you may know, the recently passed American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) contained $438 million for roadway and $320 million for transit projects in Massachusetts. Half of this money must be obligated in a very short time period (120 days for roadway projects, 180 days for transit) and all of it must be allocated through the normal process for programming federal transportation funding document. In other words, transportation projects to be funded by ARRA must be programmed in the Transportation Improvement Plan MP) bythe Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). The FY2009 TIP, covering the fast 120/180 day timeframe, was recently amended to include $130 million in roadway projects in the Boston MPO region, plus just under $200 million for transit projects at the MBTA, the MetroWest RTA (MWRTA), and the Cape Ann Transportation Authority (CATA). The ARRA transit funds are distributed by formula, with the MBTA, MWRTA, CATA, and all the other transit authorities in the Commonwealth receiving a share based on population, ridership, and route mileage. For roadway projects there is more discretion, and the FY2009 choices were made largely based on state priority projects that were ready to advertise. As a result, this amendment to the FY2009 TIP included very few municipally-initiated projects. WT argued that most of these projects would not be ready for obligation (advertising) in 120 days. I know that many of our municipal officials disagree with this assessment, but reaching agreement with EOT regarding the readiness of your project(s) is essential to getting it approved by the MP-0. For the remaining ARRA roadway funds, projects must be ready for advertising byMarch 2, 2010. These projects will be programmed into the FY 2010 TIP. MAPC would like to see a significant portion of these funds devoted to, municipal priorities, equitably distributed among those communities and subregions that received little ARRA. funding from the FY 2009 amendment. We have indicated our concerns to state transportation officials at the highest levels, and to the Governor's Office, and we are confident they are currently working to identify more municipal priorities that could be ready to advertise by the federal deadline. Still, we need to keep pushing in that direction. MAPC is prepared to work with our communities to advance good projects that will be readyto advertise by March 2, 2010. Jay Ash, President Michelle Ciccolo, Vice President Grace S. Shepard, Treasurer Marilyn Contreas, Secretary Marc D. Draisen, Executive Director PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER -2- Please let us know your top priority project - its cost, location, objective, and state of readiness. Let us know if you have had any conversations with EOT regarding the project's readiness, and how they responded. Please send this information to James Gallagher, Senior Transportation Planner at iLallaeher(@maoc.org. Stimulus funds are very limited, and of course MAPC cannot guarantee that any individual project will be funded. Nonetheless, MAPC is readyto answer any questions you might have so you might better navigate this complicated design and funding process. This whole process demonstrates once again that our current transportation needs far outstrip our abilityto pay for them. The limited amount of funding available to communities through Chapter 90, a significant source of design.funds for municipally-initiated projects, is one reason for the lack of ready-to-go municipal projects. As you know, Governor Patrick has proposed a 19 cent increase in the gas tax, and MAPC supports a 29 cent increase. However, approval of anyincrease bythe Legislature is byno means assured. We believe that some portion of any increase in the gas tax, or any other increase in revenue for the transportation system, should be sent back to municipalities as a direct increase in the Chapter 90 appropriation. If you agree with this position, please let your legislators know that you support a gas tax increase, with a portion dedicated to Chapter 90. Please send us a copy of your letters or emails to members of the House and Senate. Thank you for your attention. We look forward to working with you to achieve your community's transportation goals. Sincerely, Marc D. Draisen Executive Director e ~N. i. April 2009 Dear Partner: 2010 CENSUS: IT'S IN OUR HANDS ®1 W Between April and July of 2009, U.S. Census employees will be visiting every housing unit in every neighborhood of your community. In order to conduct the 2010 Decennial Census, the Census Bureau must know the address and physical location of each place where people live or stay. Our Census employees will wear official identification and carry hand-held computers to capture physical addresses and their GPS coordinates. We are reaching out to police departments, local governments and civic organizations to inform the community about this important activity, thereby reducing public concern. Enclosed is an awareness poster for you to post in a public area. We appreciate your cooperation and support in educating your community. The U.S. Census Bureau Partnership Specialist working in your area will contact you in the near future to answer any questions you may have. Sincerely, ~0"all 4" Kathleen N. Ludgate Regional Director Boston Region USCENSUSBUREAU TJnitedStatm 20-IA 0 8 nitedStates- U Census e I C o r ['-i 9 a ~ .,~,.r~ G i f I 7 F ~ # I r r ~.r. f. r' µ ,Y`TSI7Gs`[ tki~.t,.8~ f i is1, [,j,",i { fa B n{ f~ u ~y~et ~x ' 1 dir s Bureau t - r 4 ! y` -jj T 5 F it V} ~1 5h '[~}l .`t , ~ r 3 [ - t y.~y1J' 1,~. ~ t'Y4 f r } r [ y t - A e i a - r571-~ 5 t - l a r ~ ° ! _ r tb f t s L 3f t:t~ {j5 r I r - 't, 1Tj8NT OF t.O U.S. Census Bureau Boston Regional Census Center o ' P One Beacon Street, 7th Floor + * Boston, MA 02108 Phone: (617) 223-3610 ITS IN OUR HAN S 4pqu OF THE OE~y E-mail: Boston.PDSP@census.gov This Notice Expires 6/30/09 C,(C C. r Arbor Day Foundatioly, P.O. Box 81415 • Lincoln, NE 68501-1415.888-448-7337 arborday.org Mr. Peter Hechenbleikner Town Manager 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 Dear Mr. Hechenbleikner, kc`f We inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. ~Gf April 15, 2009 8 R FZ O We congratulate Reading on having achieved Tree City USAo status for 2008-an accomplishment that assures all your citizens of greater opportunities than they may yet realize! As you already know, trees are a vital component of the infrastructure in cities and towns, providing environmental and economical benefits. Trees in urban areas reduce the heat island effect caused by pavement and buildings. Properly placed trees can increase property values. Leaves filter the air we breathe by removing dust and other particles. We have prepared the enclosed press release for your convenience as you prepare to contact local media outlets to share this commendable achievement with the public. We hope you are excited to share the significance of this accomplishment with the media. If you wish to receive this press release in electronic form, please email mderowitsch(CDarbordav.oro. We will send it to you within one work day. The Tree City USA program is sponsored in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. State foresters are responsible for the presentation of the Tree City USA flag and other materials. We will forward your awards to Eric Seaborn in your state forester's office. They will be coordinating the presentation with you. It would be especially appropriate to make the Tree City USA award a part of your Arbor Day ceremony. Again, we celebrate your diligence in improving the quality of life for the citizens of Reading and thank you for creating a healthier, more sustainable world for us all. Best regards, ~4 John Rosenow Chief Executive cc: Bob Keating Enclosure N,CYC. PA'. O~- WITH 'YWOU I(jSOY INK JL~ k For more information, contact Mark Derowitsch, Public Relations Manager, at mderowitsch ci.arbordav.ora. or call 888-448-7337. News from . arbor Day Foundationf, 211 N. 12th St. • Lincoln, NE 68508.888-448-7337 • arborday.org We inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Reading Named Tree City USA@ by the Arbor Day Foundation Reading, MA has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. It is the twenty-fourth year Reading has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. Reading has met the four standards to become a Tree City USA community:. having a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Communities that receive Tree City USA recognition not only have taken the time to meet these four standards, they recognize that: • Trees promote healthier communities. Leaves filter the air we breathe by removing dust and other particles. • Trees moderate climate, conserve water and provide habitat for wildlife. • Trees in urban areas reduce the heat island effect caused by pavement and buildings. • Properly placed trees can increase property values, and buildings in wooded areas rent more quickly and tenants stay longer. "A community, its elected officials and its citizens that provide needed care for its trees deserves recognition and thanks," said John Rosenow, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. "Trees are a vital component of the infrastructure in our cities and towns, and they also provide environmental and economical benefits. Cities that are recognized with a Tree City USA. designation go to great lengths to plant and care for the community forest." More information about Tree City USA can be found at www.arbordav.ora/TreeCitvUSA. About the Arbor Day Foundation The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit, environmental, an education organization of nearly one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. More information on the Foundation and its programs can be found at www.arbordav.ora. v A[nMUL~1VEN IIISSS111 IWOY INK) Page I of 2 Schena, Paula From: Hechenbleikner, Peter Sent: Friday, April 17, 2009 9:54 AM L/C QaS To: J Downing; Town Manager; Reading - Selectmen; Sarah Mulroy fowarding account; Steve Goldy forwarding account; Ben Tofoya; James Bonazoli forwarding account; Camille Anthony forwading account; Rick Schubert Multiple Addresses Cc: alan@foulds.org; Schena, Paula Subject: RE: Proposal Jesse Thanks for your very thoughtful comments. The Board of Selectmen cannot respond to you by email directly - because of Open Meeting Law issues - but I'm sure if you wanted to come in and talk with them at a Selectmen's meeting, or call them one on one, they'd be happy to give you their individual thoughts. The issues you raise are interesting ones - should the legislative body be elected at large, or should it be elected to ensure geographic diversity. • In Massachusetts, Representative Town Meetings are not uncommon, but this form is -not the norm. • To the best of my knowledge, none of the elected Representative Town Meeting forms elect their members at large - I believe all are elected,from precincts. • In cities, there are a variety of manners of representation of. the legislative body - many cities have some of the legislators (City Councilors, Aldermen) elected at large, and some elected by ward or precinct. One concern that I could see, even for a small homogeneous community like Reading, is that the community would not want all of its legislative body elected from one precinct, or one area of the community. It certainly begs the question as to whether some kind of a hybrid could work - say 1/2 of Town Meeting voted by precinct, and % voted at large. Remember though that a fair portion of Town government in Reading is already elected at large - Board of Selectmen, School Committee, RMLB, Library Board of Trustees, and Board of Assessors. In addition, the presiding officer of Town Meeting is elected at large - the Town Moderator. I proposing any change, the main question fix - what is the problem. I assume that running for Town Meeting seats. It seems Town Meeting this time, not restricted to precinct had a contested race. to be asked is - what are you trying to the concern is the recent lack of people to me that this was an overall problem in any one precinct. I believe only one It's good that you are thinking about these issues - fresh eyes generate fresh ideas. I'm copying this to the Town Moderator - he may had some additional thoughts. Pete 1/c Board of Selectmen 4/17/2009 Page 2 of 2 -----Original Message----- From: J Downing [mailto:jdowning319@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 9:32 PM To: Town Manager; Reading - Selectmen; Sarah Mulroy fowarding account; Steve Goldy forwarding account; Ben Tofoya; James Bonazoli forwarding account; Camille Anthony forwading account; Rick Schubert Multiple Addresses Subject: Proposal Hello Town Manager and Selectmen, I have e-mailed you all to petition a new election arrangement. Attached please find a proposal for this new structure. I find this proposal to be in the best interests of voters and the town at large. I hope to inspire some discussion about this issue and have it appear on the ballot in a future town election. I appreciate your assistance. Thank you, Jesse Michael Downing 4/17/2009 Dear Board of Selectmen and Town Manager, I author this missive in hopes of dissuading our local representatives from continuing an illogical and antiquated practice. I refer, more particularly, to the election of Town Meeting members by precinct. It is my recommendation that Town Meeting members be elected generally (id est, with a residency requirement of the town only), without regard to precinct. The rationale for this arrangement can be best summed up with the idea that, in our town, a better body of representatives outweighs regional concerns. In the United States Senate, it is quite prudent to have equal representation from each state, as each possesses its own economic and political interests. The representatives from North Carolina, for instance, want to ensure that the tobacco lobby has adequate access to a set of ears, just as the representatives from Nevada seek to preserve gaming rights. The United States is significantly varied socially, economically, religiously, politically, and educationally, and as such, our nation can be sliced neatly and soundly into appropriate divisions. It is my submission, however, that the divides we create for Reading are arbitrary, if not virtually non-existent. Yes, one precinct may be closer to our bustling downtown, and yet another nearer to our Town Forest, but the reality is that all of our citizens are within some four miles of all of these landmarks. Yes, one precinct may abut more wetlands, but we call these crucial locales of wildlife part of Reading, not part of one particular precinct. If one agrees with the dearth of regional concerns within Reading, a query arises when one ponders this recommendation: why is the current election structure so pernicious? The answer is written all over the election returns from last Tuesday (and, indeed, from many past years): some precincts are substantially more apathetic than others. In Precinct Two, for example, one resident was elected with just his own signature, and even then, two more seats remained! In other precincts, some competition existed., such as in Precinct One where one candidate received forty-four votes and he still failed. The question I ultimately pose is how can we possibly justify the ability of a resident in one precinct simply to fill in a bubble, write his name, and secure a seat, while a resident of another precinct can garner forty times as many votes and still lose? There is no way around the recognition that the present course is both irresponsible and inane. If we want a body of elected officials to be truly representative, we would value competence and the voters' wishes over arbitrary and capricious divisions of our town. The reality is that we already recognize these divisions to be baseless- we do not elect selectmen, trustees, or council members by precinct because we know that a town-wide election produces more qualified and deserving candidates. We simply have yet to apply this knowledge to the body of Town Meeting. 4 u~ . I understand that the adoption of this proposal requires an alteration to the town charter. However, this is a trivial obstruction to overcome if it is the difference between the present course and a more prudent and responsible one. I encourage discussion of this proposal amongst the Selectmen and I hope for its placement on the next ballot of a town election. Thank you, Jesse Michael Downing I~ t ~cc Massachusetts Water Resources Authority Water Supplied: Town of Reading MGD I Jan. I Feb I Mar.- 1 Apr I I May J Jul I 1881 2 2461 A 2 S 2.040) O1t620I N 1.4641 D 1 5141 Aver' g83~ CY2007 I 1.4631 1.5261 1.5141 1.5621 6191 5 1.9651 8561 1 .2721 2 0811 2 . 1.9231 . 1.8151 2.0721 1.8421 1.8341 1.7291 1.7841 6601 1 CY2008 I 1.5781 1.5131 1.5491 6211 1 01. 0001 . 0.0001 . 0.0001 00001 00001 0.0001 0 .0001 0.0001 0.0001 . 1 CY2009 1 1.7221 1.635. . . MG ' I'. Jan' I` Feb I Mar I Apr- . I ' : . May 1:: Jun I : - Jul I 8411 67 Aug I . 6231 69 . Sep 1 61.2071 Oct :I_ 50.2241 Nov ` I 43.9281 Dec I 46.9461 Total 1 7 1 CY2007 1 45.3531 42.7241 46.9251 0151 46.8631 5751 48 60.9041 5271 57 681 62.4381 . 9 617) 5 . 56.2601 62 1551 57.1101 55.0101 53.610 ! 0001 0 2 653 410 149 CY2008 1 48.9201 43.8901 48. . 0001 0 . 0001 0 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 . . CY2009 1 53.3891 45.769! 50.2521 . . Reading Water Consumption 2.40 2.30 - - - - - 2.20 - - - ~ - vR 2.10 - 2.00 - - a~_f 1.90 - \ 1.80 r - 4- 1.70 l1. - 1.60 gyp.---_`' 1.50 - 0~ - - 1.40 1.30 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec `-o- CY2007 -G-- CY2008 --A CY2009 MWRA Community Water Use Graphs (March 2009) Reading 4(16/2009 3:05 PM