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Home My WebLink About2008-07-08 Board of Selectmen PacketPage 1 of 1 Schena, Paula From: Reading - Selectmen Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 1:25 PM To: 'ijb; Reading - Selectmen Cc: langtchr @hotmail.com; Schena, Paula Subject: RE: water, sewer and runoff rates Dear Ilene: 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. Thank you again for contacting the Board of Selectmen. James Bonazoli Secretary Reading Board of Selectmen 1/c Board of Selectmen From: ijb [mailto:ilenejb @hotmail.comj Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 10:21 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Cc: langtchr @hotmail.com; ilenejb @hotmail.com Subject: water, sewer and runoff rates Dear Selectpersons: In considering any change in the runoff rates, you CANNOT continue a "one size fits all" policy any longer. This is untrue and unfair. Each property needs to be evaluated separately, and unless you are willing to undertake this, you cannot justify same billing for all residences. As a clear example, I invite you to contrast my property at 8o Haystack Rd with that at go Haystack Rd. I am sure that this is not an isolated instance. "All green" must not be taxed at the same rate as those with pools and enhanced driveways. Ilene J. Bornstein; 8o Haystack Rd 7$1-944-4294 6/25/2008 Page 1 of I Hechenbleikner, Peter From: Keating, Bob Sent: VVodneadoy, June 1O'2OO81Oi50AM To: eiileonmoocia@hotmeiioom Cc: Hechenbleikner, Peter Due to equipment breakdown and unscheduled projects, we are about three weeks behind our previous schedule. VVe have u number of hazardous trees to trim and ndmove. You are on the list. | would hope tobeat your site by early to mid July. |epohe with our Engineering department regarding the re-construction of Fairview. They stated that itie not completed oo yet. VVecannot interfere with that project. | would expect they will be completed by the time we are available. Bob Kesding, Tree Warden. Type 11 Priority List MRS Massachusetts Highway Department =- =WIHIGHWAY ,ape 11 Priority List Page 1 of 2 T-,�0tv Barrier Priority Location Number City/Town Roadway Status 1 Milton/Quincy 1-93 Constructed 2 Milton 1-93 Constructed 3 Milton/Quincy 1-93 Constructed 4 Boston 1-93 Studied 5 Boston 1-93 Construction 2006 - 2007 6 Lynnfield 1-95 Construction 2006 - 2007 7 Woburn 1-93 Design to Begin Winter 2006 - 2007 8 Wellesley/Newton 1-95 Design to Begin Winter 2006 - 2007 9 Lynnfield 1-95 Construction 2006 - 2007 10 Wakefield 1-95 Constructed 11 Fall River 1-195 Design to Begin Winter 2006 - 2007 - Wellesley/Newton 1-95 Design to Begin Winter 2006 - 2007 13 Medford 1-93 Design to Begin Winter 2006 - 2007 14 Stoneham 1-93 To Be Studied 15 Boston 1-93 To Be Studied 16 Lowell 1-495 To Be Studied 17 Boston 1-93 To Be Studied 18 Wakefield 1-95 To Be Studied 19 Lynnfield 1-95 To Be Studied 20 Boston 1-93 To Be Studied 21 Wakefield 1-95 To Be Studied 22 Boston 1-93 To Be Studied 23 Lynnfield 1-95 To Be Studied 24 Lynnfield 1-95 To Be Studied 25 Newton 1-95 To Be Studied Woburn/Reading 1-93 To Be Studied 27 Wakefield 1-95 To Be Studied http://www.mhd.state.ma.us/default.asp?pgid=contentfbarriers04&sid=aboutText .�i cc 9F ca ca I �� . 5/12/2008 Type II Priority List Page 2 of 2 28 LynnfielcVWakefield 1-95 To Be Studied 29 Reading 1-95 To Be Studied 30 Chelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 31 Wakefield 1-95 To Be Studied 32 Wakefield .1-95 To Be Studied 33 Lynnfield[Wakefield 1-95 To Be Studied 34 thelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 35 Medford 1-93 To Be Studied 36 Lowell 1-495 To Be Studied 37 Wilmington 1-93 To Be Studied 38 Wilmington 1-93 To Be Studied 39 Wilmington 1-93 To Be Studied 40 Chelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 41 Reading/Wakefield 1-93 To Be Studied 42 Methuen 1-93 To Be Studied 43 Chelmsford/Westford 1-495 To Be Studied 44 Randolph/Quincy 1-93 To Be Studied 45 Chelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 46 Chelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 47 Methuen 1-93 To Be Studied 48 Chelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 49 Wilmington 1-93 To Be Studied 50 Chelmsford 1-495 To Be Studied 51 Medford 1-93 To Be Studied 52 Medford 1-93 To Be Studied 53 Braintree 1-93 To Be Studied Copyright 2007 Commonwealth of Massachusetts i �y http://www.mhd.state.ma.us/default.asp?pgid=content/barriersO4&sid=aboutText 5/12/2008 Coalitions Online Newsletter Page I of 2 Home ^— ' '-------- June 12, 2008 Email to a friend! \� F;1 �� Print this page Reading Coalition Launches Effort to Keep Rx8Yedo Out of the Wrong Hands With prescription drug abuse a major concern for many communities, coalitions are | increasingly looking for ways to reduce youth access ho these drugs without getting in the / way ofdu legitimate use. |n Reading, Moon.. thanks toa partnership with alocal pharmacy, coalition leaders have developed a program that does just that. Studies have shown that unlike illicit drugs, teens obtain prescription drugs easily and freely through their own medicine cabinets or from friends or relatives. Topremnt that, the Reading Coalition Against Substance Abuse (RCASA) launched a prescription disposal initiative, also known as an "Rx Round Up," in partnership with their local VYa|gmeno pharmacy and the Reading Health Division. The program allows the community to dispose of any unused prescriptions just by dropping it off at Walgreens. Erica McNamara, RCASA Director, said the initiative was launched after seeing rising cases of teens abusing prescription medicines. "We were concerned about the rate of prescription drug use in our community, VVewere hearing that young people would start off abusing prescription drugs and then move onbu heroin," McNamara explained, "Through our survey data, we later learned that the rate of opiate-related prescription drug abuse was on the rise, as well as over-the-counter drug McNamara said the disposal program isnot only o good way to ensure prescription medicines are disposed of properly, it's also a good way to raise awareness of teen prescription drug abuse—especially among those people not directly involved in a child's life like grandparents and aunts and uncles. RCASA began promoting the program od the town's Earth Day festival in April. The group has since conducted presentations to teachers and parents and ran articles and advertisements in their local paper. The program encourages adults to turn in any and all � unused medicines—but especially narcotic medications, depressants and stimulants, � which are most often abused by teens and used ot^phonning^parties. | |n addition bo being seen oea prescription drug abuse prevention effort, the program is billed aoa way \o protect the environment and prevent the medicines from polluting the community's drinking water. As a result of the widespread promotion of the program, McNamara said people are becoming much more aware of prescription drug abuse. "When wmfirst started talking about teen prescription drug abuse in the community, there was a perception that young | NLLVNA Abuseand Alcoholism Email: CADCACulendar 7/28/2008 Mid-Year Training Institute Palm Springs, CA 7/29/2608 Mid-Year Training Institute Palm Springs, CA 7/u0/2008 Mid-Year Training Institute Palm Springs, cA Mid-Year Trainino Institute Palm Springs, CA o/24/2008 121st Annual NPN Prevention Research Conference Indianapolis, Indiana CADCACu\oodu, http://cadca.org/CoalitionsOnline/article.asp?id=1891 6/23/2008 Coalitions Online Newsletter people were buying pills. So this program has helped change that perception," she said. "It's helping people understand that kids are not getting these drugs on the streets, they're getting them from their parents' homes, their friend's homes or their aunts and uncles and grandparents." Since the disposal program begun in April, it's proved hugely successful, with a 99 percent increase in unused prescription drop offs. What's surprised the coalition is that even controlled substances have been turned it. "People are getting the message. The more we can reduce access, the more we chip away at the problem," McNamara said. Click here for more information about how to properly dispose of prescription medications. This Week In Coalitions Online • Reading Coalition Launches Effort to Keep Rx Meds Out of the Wrong Hands • Mid -Year Highlight: Involving Youth in Community Drug Prevention Efforts e Marijuana Potency Increases to Highest Level in 30 Years • VIEWPOINT: Is a Blog Right for Your Coalition? • Bipolar Teens at Greater Risk for Drug Abuse • Parents Lack Tools and Information to Help Teens Stay Away from Drugs • Recovery Month Toolkits Now Available Online • Scholarships Available for CADCA's Mid -Year Training Institute Page 2 of 2 http:// cadca. org /CoalitionsOnline /article.asp ?id =1891 6/23/2008 Former Volunteers with Five or More Years of Service Volunteer Committee Susan Miller Board of Appeals Ronald O'Connell Board of Cemetery Trustees William Ogden Finch Conservation Commission Jamie T. Maughan Conservation Commission Edwina Kasper Council on Aging Ruth Goldberg Council on Aging Anne W. Hooker Cultural Council Karyn S. Storti Cultural Council John A. Coote Reading Housing Authority Jack Downing Recreation Committee No. of Years 9 12 10 5 10 6 6 6 7 11 t1, Reading Advisory Committee on Cities for Climate Protection http://home.comcast.net/—tsopchaldRNCEC.hft-n ReadingMassCCP@hotmail.com Help minimize global warming! • I1. II' Pledge pledge to reduce my home's electric energy usages by 10% over the next 12 months. YES C] Print Name: Okay to add my name to CCP website listing? Zip Code Yes No To be acknowledged for meeting the 10% or more reduction, please print your full address. Address Optional: email or telephone number Reading Neighbors Climate & Energy Campaign 1 -2 -3 Pledge 2008/2009 Reading Advisory Committee on Cities for Climate Protection (ACCCP) http: // home .comcast.net /– tsopchak/RNCEC.htm ReadingMassCCP @hotmail.com I pledge to reduce my home's electric usage by 10% over the next 12 months. Reading residential electric bills average about $1,250 a year with an average monthly usage of 725 kWb's. We are asking you to reduce your annual usage by 10% of your electric bill over the next 12 months. Your kWh history is printed on the electric bill each month, malting it easy to compare your efforts to the prior year's usage. Matte this a family project. Tips to Save Electricity Quick and Easy no -cost and low -cost ways to reduce energy use and cost. • The easiest thing to do is shut thing off when not in use; a light, the computer, monitor, and printers, TV's, radios and so on. Even if you are leaving a room for a few minutes, is it a good habit to always shut lights off. • Plug home electronics, such as computers, TVs and DVD players, into power strips; turn the power strips off when the equipment is not in use especially the end of each day (Computers, TVs and DVDs in standby mode still uses equal to a 75 watt light bulb running continuously). • Use compact fluorescent light bulbs— saving % of the kWh usage for each bulb. Even better start introducing LED lighting into the home. • Set your thermostat comfortably high in the summer. Install a programmable thermostat that is compatible with your heating and cooling system. • Use circulating fan to move the cool air in the house and keep it cooler longer. • On the not so hot days, use circulating fans instead of air conditioners. • Air -dry dishes instead of using your dishwasher's drying cycle — always run full loads. • Lower the thermostat on your hot water heater to 120° F. Insulate hot water heater (refer to manufacturer's recommendation on what not to cover when insulating hot water heaters —gas and electric units are different) and pipes. • Going on vacation? Make sure the heat or A/C is turned down, and the water heater is turned off before leaving. • Take 10- minute showers instead of baths. • Install low flow (1.5 gpm or gallons -per- minute) devices on faucets and showerhead. • Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes —wash clothes in cold water. • When weather permits, use solar to dry clothes (outside clothes line). In depth recommendations for saving electric energy and costs. Hot Water Heating Electric Hot water heating uses • Install aerating, low -flow faucets and showerheads. • Turn off the water while you're brushing your teeth, shaving, or washing your face. • Repair leaky faucets promptly; a leaky faucet wastes gallons of water in a short period of time. • Lower the thermostat on your water heater tol20 °F, which provides comfortable hot water for most uses. Remember, most dishwashers preheat water to 140 °F or more. • Take more showers (10 minutes or less) than baths. Bathing uses the most hot water in the average household. • Insulate your electric hot -water storage tank, but be careful not to cover the thermostat. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations. 4 IT • Insulate your natural gas or oil hot -water storage tank, but be careful not to cover the water heater's top, bottom, thermostat, or burner compartment. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations; when in doubt, get professional help. • Insulate exposed hot and cold water pipes within 18 inches of water heater in an unfinished basement. • Install heat traps on the hot and cold pipes at the water heater to prevent heat loss. Some new water heaters have built -in heat traps. • Drain a quart of water from your water tank every 3 months to remove sediment that impedes heat transfer and lowers the efficiency of your heater. The type of water tank you have determines the steps to take, so follow the manufacturer's advice. • Although most water heaters last 10 -15 years, it's best to start shopping for a new one if yours is more than 7 years old. Doing some research before your heater fails will enable you to select one that most appropriately meets your needs. • If you are in the market for a new dishwasher or clothes washer, consider buying an efficient, water - saving ENERGY STAR® model to reduce hot water use. And don't forget to look for rebates from the Reading DPW and RMLD. • $ Long -Term Savings Tip: Buy a new energy - efficient water heater. While it may cost more initially than a standard water heater, the energy savings will continue during the lifetime of the appliance. Look for the EnergyGuide label. • $ Long -Term Savings Tip: Consider installing a drain water waste heat recovery system. A recent DOE study showed energy savings of 25% to about 30% for water heating using such a system. • $ Long -Term Savings Tip: Consider natural -gas on- demand or tankless water heaters. Researchers have found savings can be up to 30% compared with a standard natural -gas storage tank water heater. • $ Long -Term Savings Tip: Heat pump water heaters are very economical in some areas. Checking your home's insulation is one of the fastest and most cost - efficient ways to use a whole house approach to reduce energy waste and make the most of your energy dollars. Typically, 45% of your utility bill goes for heating and cooling. What's more, heating and cooling systems in the United States together emit 150 million tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere each year, adding to global climate change. They also generate about 12% of the nation's sulfur dioxide and 4% of the nitrogen oxides, the chief ingredients in acid rain. Air Conditioning • Whole -house fans help cool your home by pulling cool air through the house and exhausting' warm air through the attic. They are effective when operated at night and when the outside air is cooler than the inside. • Sizing the room or central unit is most important. Over sizing is as inefficient as under sizing. • Set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible in the summer. The less difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall cooling bill will be. • Don't set your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and, therefore, unnecessary expense. • Consider using an interior fan in conjunction with your window air conditioner to spread the cooled air more effectively through your home without greatly increasing your power use. • Don't place lamps or TV sets near your air - conditioning thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from these appliances, which can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary. • Plant trees or shrubs to shade air conditioning units but not to block the airflow. Place your room air conditioner on the north side of the house. A unit operating in the shade uses as much as 10% less electricity than the same one operating in the sun. • Keep in mind that insulation and sealing air leaks will help your energy performance in the summertime by keeping the cool air inside. $ Long -Term Savings Tip: If your air conditioner is old, consider purchasing a new, energy - efficient model. You could save up to 50% on your utility bill for cooling. Look for the ENERGY STAR® and EnergyGuide labels. The shopping guide in the back of this booklet will help you find the right size unit for your needs. • $ Long -Term Savings Tip: Consider installing a whole house fan or evaporative cooler if appropriate for your climate. Check out the Consumer's Guide for more information on efficient cooling. TOWN OF READING Voted: The Traffic Rules and Regulations adopted by the Board of Selectmen on March 28, 1995, for the Town of Reading, are hereby amended as follows: By adding to Article 5, Section 5.3, . the following: STREET LOCATION REGULATION Birch Meadow Drive South side of street No Parking Standing or between the Castine field Stopping maintenance entrance and a point 80 feet to the east DATE OF PASSAGE SELECTMEN'S SIGNATURES TOWN CLERK OF READING TOWN CORPORATE SEAL 4 G1 UP Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867-2685 FAX: (781) 942-9071 Email: townmanager@readingma.gov Website: www.readingma.gov MEMORANDUM TO: George Zambouras FROM: Peter I. Hechenbleikner DATE: June 5, 2008 TOWN MANAGER (781) 942-9043 RE: Request from Keith & Kate Ronan — Waiver of Curb and Sidewalk Requirement Please see the attached letter from the new owner of the property at Tamarack/Timbemeck. Please review - this and give me your recommendation as soon as possible. I'd also like photographs to go with it. I will schedule this for discussion at the July 8,,2008 Board of Selectmen meeting and because of the holiday, we will need the information the Wednesday before. PIH/ps ��1 June 2, 2008 To the Town of Reading, 00 My name is Keith Ronan, my wife and I recently bought the land at 53 Tamarack Road. Our plan is to build a new home that we hope to be in by the end of this year. So far we have a permit to construct a foundation and install the utilities. During the permit process, I have met with the engineering department to identify some preconstruction objectives. When speaking with the engineering department, I received a policy that pertained to Section 4.5 Installation, Construction, and reconstruction of curbs and sidewalks. In reading your policy, we feel that granite curbing, which only exist on the corner of the intersecting streets (Tamarack/Timbemeck) should be replaced in kind if there were any damage to it (during construction). As far as installing any new curbing, we feel that it would be unjust due to the lack of granite curbing in the neighborhood. Kate and I plan on paving the sidewalk in front of the house. This would improve the condition that currently exist and would match the surrounding houses estically. We have read both of the Town's meeting minutes that reference appeals to build a sidewalk on both Van Norden Road and at 84 Hanson Ave. If it were possible we would like to discuss this issue /policy at the next Board of Selectmen Meeting. Please feel free to call meat 617 -590 -7410 with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your time and we look forward to our future in Reading. Sincere , X;Keithan at Ronan lg ra E3 ao -C W W4 � �v 8 00 Town of Reading 16 Lowell St. Reading, MA 01867 w www.ci.reading.ma.us 2Z To the Town of Reading, 00 My name is Keith Ronan, my wife and I recently bought the land at 53 Tamarack Road. Our plan is to build a new home that we hope to be in by the end of this year. So far we have a permit to construct a foundation and install the utilities. During the permit process, I have met with the engineering department to identify some preconstruction objectives. When speaking with the engineering department, I received a policy that pertained to Section 4.5 Installation, Construction, and reconstruction of curbs and sidewalks. In reading your policy, we feel that granite curbing, which only exist on the corner of the intersecting streets (Tamarack/Timbemeck) should be replaced in kind if there were any damage to it (during construction). As far as installing any new curbing, we feel that it would be unjust due to the lack of granite curbing in the neighborhood. Kate and I plan on paving the sidewalk in front of the house. This would improve the condition that currently exist and would match the surrounding houses estically. We have read both of the Town's meeting minutes that reference appeals to build a sidewalk on both Van Norden Road and at 84 Hanson Ave. If it were possible we would like to discuss this issue /policy at the next Board of Selectmen Meeting. Please feel free to call meat 617 -590 -7410 with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your time and we look forward to our future in Reading. Sincere , X;Keithan at Ronan lg ra E3 ao -C W W4 � �v Ail To: Peter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager From: George J.Zambourae. Town Engineer Date: July 3.2OU8 Re: 63 Tamarack Road — Relief from Sidewalk and Curbing Installation While reviewing the curb cut permit application and plan for the above parcel, the Engineering Division required the installation of a bituminous concrete sidewalk repair/overlay and granite curb along the full frontage of the. property an n condition of granting the driveway curb od permit. This condition was made to bring the iba development in compliance with the Board of Selectman Policy Section 45- Installation, Construction and Reconstruction of Curbs and Sidewalks, Subsections 4.5.1 Curbing and 4.5.2 Sidewalks. These sections require that: � 4(I1 Curbing: Where o single lot cv lots onan existing street ia being developed, even though the construction may not require approval from the Community Planning and Development Commiaeion, the owner shall install vertical granite curb along the full frontage of the property on the existing street prior to receiving a certificate of occupancy. The type of sidewalk shall be consistent with the remainder of this policy 4.I2 Sidewalks: Where a single lot or lots on on existing street is being developed, even though the construction may not require approval from the Community Planning and Development Commission, the owner shall install sidewalks along the full frontage of the property on the existing street prior to receiving a certificate of occupancy. The h/po of sidewalk shall be consistent with the remainder of this policy |n review ofthe request for relief of this requirement the Division has the following comments: ° The property is located at the intersection of Tamarack Road and Timbmneck Drive and has 393 feet of frontage. ° Roadway grades |n the area are approximately 196. � A bituminous concrete sidewalk exists along the entire frontage. The walkway is in fair to good condition and has several areas that were damaged during the previous house demolition. ° Granite curb exists along the radius of the intersection, a distance of approximately 100 feet. Based nn the above information and o review ofthe site the Engineering Division recommends the Sidewalk w Page 1 �� • The previously damaged areas of the sidewalk need repairing. The homeowner has indicated that they intend to repair the damaged areas and overlay the sidewalk for the entire length of the frontage. Curbing • While roadway grades are not excessive the division recommends that granite curbing be installed along the balance of the frontage in accordance with the Selectman's Policy. 0 Page 2 j q 53 Tamarack Road Legend L-3 Town Boundary Parking J Retain. Wall Hydrant Parcels Paved 00000 Wall Light Pole Buildings Unpaved Ponds, Rivers C-) Utility Pole Sidewalks Roads Streams @ Manhole Driveway Bridge Ditch 9 Catch Basin Railroad Paved Culvert Out-fall Unpaved Contours Dam, Headwall 0 Substation Map by Town of Reading. Parcels valid 1/1K0. Fqenimetrio features from aerial photos taken in1998. B/W aerials taken in18RO. Color aerials from MannG|S taken 5101. Data are for planning purposes only. n us oo Ic qd'^ s �•r C V'• 4 A J mm A WE Main Street Improvement Project Update Work Completed Week of June 30 - July 4, 2008 Ash Street Installed granite curbing and concrete sidewalks on Ash Street. This completes most of sidewalk and curbing except for area in vicinity of the parking area adjacent to 580 Main and Haven Street. Reading Municipal Light Department removed 4 - light poles on Ash Street near the Haven Street intersection and Ash Street parking lot. The existing light poles were in conflict with the new roadway grades and curb layout. Sufficient lighting remains in this area, however if additional lighting is determined to be needed RIVILD will install temporary flood lights on existing poles. Main Street — Washington Street to Ash Street (Westerly side) Granite curbing was reset from Washington to the relocated Ash Street intersection. Electrical conduits were also installed within the same area. New concrete sidewalks were installed from Washington Street to Green Street. Proposed Work Week of July 7 - July 11, 2008 Main Street — Washington Street to Ash Street (Westerly side) Grade, form and install concrete sidewalks from Green Street to relocated Ash Street intersection. Install granite curbing from relocated Ash Street to Haven Street. Ash Street Removed existing granite curbing and concrete sidewalk on Ash Street in vicinity of the proposed parking area adjacent to 580 Main and Haven Street. Install granite curbing in vicinity of the parking area adjacent to 580 Main and Haven Street. W��h >rtNer WOODS 1(15 t aw ' •r : 5 +,... SSALC ' �.: •.: • � 5 +, - �S� ..... lYJ.Sl. •.� ltl S}IHC. �• : _ 5 1 :}xu! - -- a3,lt�: • °:-: ..• �J;ti .. �.. aU,� :' :::: s±' � t� � a�llt .. ,::�.::_::�'�lCr:::_'Si�� "" ::= ai��:::�: °•fir.•. ® - -•'k ,. a k. 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Wetlands from MassGIS. o® 0 100 200 300 eet SELECTMEN'S LL4ISON ASSIGNMENTS — FY09 Accounting Department Community Services Department ➢ Board of Appeals ➢ Cities for Climate Protection Program Committee ➢ Community Planning and Development Commission / MA-PC ➢ Conservation Commission ➢ Economic Development Committee ➢ Historical Commission ➢ Board of Health ➢ Constable ➢ Board of Registrars ➢ Council on Aging / Mystic Valley Elder Services ➢ Advisory Council Against the Misuse and Abuse of Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs - Trails Committee Finance Department ➢ Trust Fund Commissioners (must be Chairman) ➢ Board of Assessors ➢ Reading Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Committee (T -TAC) ➢ Finance Committee ➢ Land Bank Commnittee Housing Authority Library Department ➢ Cultural Council Department of Public Safety ➢ Human Relations Advisory Committee ➢ Police Department A Fire Department Department of Public Works ➢ Board of Cemetery Trustees ➢ MWRA ➢ Town Forest Committee ➢ Recreation Committee ➢ Downtown Steering Committee Reading Municipal Light Department School Department �g� Board of Selectmen Meeting May 13, 2008 For ease of archiving, the order that items appear in these Minutes reflects the order in which the items appeared on the agenda for that meeting, and are not necessarily the order in which any item was taken up by the Board. The meeting convened at 7:02 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, Massachusetts. Present were Chairman James Bonazoli, Vice Chairman Stephen Goldy, Secretary Ben Tafoya, Selectman Camille Anthony, Town Manager Peter Hechenbleikner, Assistant Town Manager Bob LeLacheur, Human Resources Administrator Carol Roberts, Custodian of Soldier's and Sailor's Graves Frank Driscoll, Paula Schena and the following list of interested parties: Bill Brown, Rachel Brown, John Halsey, Frank and Jackie Petrillo, Michael Bonnell, John Cortiz. Reports and Comments Selectmen's Liaison Reports and Comments — Selectman Camille Anthony noted that the Sign Bylaw needs to be updated. She also noted that the State has made changes to the LIP rules so there will be a delay in the Board's review of the LIP regulations. She asked if raffle permit information is on the website. The Town Manager indicated that it is and that there is a procedure in place. He noted that the State requires proof that the organization running the raffle is a legitimate organization. Selectman Ben Tafoya thanked everyone who participated in the Letter Carriers Food Collection. He noted that another bike rack is needed at the Depot. Vice Chainnan Stephen Goldy noted that he attended the Senior Luncheon. He also noted that there are potholes on Mineral Street that need to be filled in. He stated that the One Day Liquor License that was issued to Austin Prep should have been for three days. Chairman James Bonazoli noted that the correspondence from George Hines regarding potholes on Middlesex and Grand Street needs to be followed up. He also noted that the light pole at Sturgis Park near first base has no power, and he asked if it could be removed. He also asked if we could use big boulders from the tennis court for a rock climbing area. He indicated that there is a need for a High School sign on Bancroft Avenue to direct the lost buses. The Town Manager noted that the buses shouldn't be there, and the schools and YMCA need to give proper directions. He stated that Imagination Station needs to be cleaned up and the jersey barrier needs to be removed. He asked if it was possible to get an "all clear" message after a Reverse 911 call on a missing child. Public Comment - John Cortiz of 57 Harrison Street noted that he received a letter of notification regarding a case management hearing on Memorial Park. The Town Manager noted that it is regarding the Town's intent to change the Deed restrictions, but he will not be attending because nobody will be allowed to speak. Mr. Cortiz indicated that he feels there is too much transparency on the Town's part and that it is creating ill will. Chairman James Bonazoli noted g6kv1 Board of Selectmen Meeting — May 13, 2008 — Page 2 that there is no transparency on the Town's part, and that this has been discussed with the residents for years. Selectman Ben Tafoya noted that there was no Attorney present in the room at this time, and the Board was not going to give legal advice. Town Manager's Report The Town Manager gave the following report: • Report on Downtown project. • Cultural Council survey on the Town web site. • We are applying for an REI grant to construct the viewing platform at Bare Meadow as defined in the Ipswich River Greenway project, and are also asking for REI community service project on June 7th to build the connecting trail from the log cabin to the Viewing platform. • Songs of World War II - Wednesday, May 21st — 6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. — Reading Senior Center. A program of live music and historical narrative. Dessert and coffee served at 6:30, and show starts at 7:15. Open to the whole community. All ages are welcome! Reservations are required. Please call 781- 942 -6794. A Free Community Program provided by Reading Elder /Human Services. Generously sponsored by Reading American Legion and Disabled American Veterans #37. • Bids have been taken for the artificial turf field at Parker Middle School. The bids have been evaluated, and the recommendation of the Town Engineer is to reject the bids and re- bid this project. The bids came in higher than the amount available for the. project, and the Engineers are going to slightly revise the bid specifications and anticipate bringing the price down somewhat. The new bids will be received and evaluated in early June in time to do any modifications of the funding prior to a Special Town Meeting on June 30th. • May is Senior Citizen Month. • Washington Park Planning Committee. Proclamations /Certificates of Appreciation Certificate of Appreciation — Eagle Scout Michael Iapicca — A motion by Tafoya seconded by Goldy to approve a Certificate of Appreciation for Eagle Scout Michael Iapicca was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Proclamation — V.F.W Poppy Week — A motion by Tafoya seconded by Goldy to proclaim May 18 — 24, 2008 as V.F.W. Poppy Week in Reading was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Discussion /Action Items Highlights — Custodian of Soldiers' and Sailors' Graves — Custodian of Soldiers' and Sailors' Graves Frank Driscoll was present and gave an overview of events. Review Compensation/Classification Study Process — Rachel Brown, Consultant with Stone Consulting and Human Resources Administrator Carol Roberts were present. Ms. Brown noted that Stone Consulting is a human resource consulting firm specializing in the municipal sector. They define jobs and recommend the level that they should be in, and they look at how those positions are paid within the salary range. She also noted that a market survey will be done. The objectives are to update the job descriptions, ensure positions are paid fairly, Board of Selectmen Meeting — May 13, 2008 — Page 3 compare the labor market and provide a means to maintain the system. They will be looking at 23 communities and the timeline is three months. Selectman Camille Anthony noted that the RMLD is almost for profit. Ms. Brown indicated that she didn't know if they will use their data. Selectman Camille Anthony noted that she has a problem with the 4% raises, and she feels there is a structural problem with the step plan. Ms. Brown noted that the private sector offers promotions but municipalities don't. She also noted that financial management is the key issue. Ms. Brown indicated that when the positions have been classified and the salary schedule reviewed, she will come back and update the Board. Hearing — No Parking Standing or Stopping — Goodall Sanford Road — The Secretary read the hearing notice. The Town Manager noted that this is a private way. He proposes no parking on the whole easterly side. Rite Aid approves of this and the Town will post and enforce. A motion by Anthony seconded by Tafoya to close the hearing on no parlang, standing or stopping on Goodall Sanford Road was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. A motion by Anthony seconded by Goldy to amend The Traffic Rules and Regulations adopted by the Board of Selectmen on March 28, 1995 for the Town of Reading by add*ng to Article 5, Section 5.3 the following regulation(s): "PARKING PROHIBITED ON CERTAIN STREETS No Parking Anytime" Street Goodall - Sanford Road (a Private Way) was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Location On the Northeasterly side from Bolton Street to the boundary of Plat 45, Lot 1 owned by Danis Properties, and Southeasterly side from the end of the marked parking spots to the boundary of Plat 45, Lot 1 owned by Danis Properties Hearing — Policy on Fundraising for Public Projects and Programs — The Secretary read the hearing notice. The Town Manager noted that the underlined portions reflect the Selectmen's previous comments. y�,3 Board of Selectmen Meeting — May 13, 2008 — Page 4 John Halsey of 75 Beaver Road noted that he is the president of a 501C corporation that raises money and then puts it into baseball fields. He also noted that in the past, he approached the Town and told them what he plans to do. He asked if this new policy will require him to register. Chairman James Bonazoli noted that the fundraising can remain with the applicant and then they can donate to the Town for pitcher's mounds, etc. If it is for a building, then the Selectmen need to approve if the Town will provide ongoing maintenance. The Town Manager noted that if a master plan for the site has been approved by the Selectmen and the donation fits the plan, then it is okay. If there is no master plan for the location, then the donator would have to come before the Selectmen for items such as building a new ball park in a location where there is none. Selectman Camille Anthony noted that the policy needs steps in the beginning. She also noted that #5 states to talk to the Town Manager before they do anything, and that should be at the beginning of the policy. She noted that there is too much verbiage and no stated purpose for the policy, and feels that the policy needs to be rewritten so it is more concise. A motion by Anthony seconded by Goldy to close the hearing on amending Section 1.3 — Solicitation/Acceptance of Donations of the Board of Selectmen Policies was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. The Board took no further action. Request to Construct an Above Ground Pool on a Town Easement — Frank and Jackie Petrillo of 15 Aurele Circle were present. The Town Manager noted that the easement is across the back of the property. They want to build a 15 foot above ground pool. Town Counsel has drafted a license agreement and it is in tonight's handout. DPW has not problem with it because the wells will not be active. The Town Manager noted that this is a reasonable request and it does not extinguish the easement. Selectman Camille Anthony asked if there will be fencing. Mrs. Petrillo noted that the fence will be around the entire pool per the Town's regulations. A motion by Anthony seconded by Goldy to approve the license agreement between the Town of Reading and Francesco and Jacqueline Petrillo, 15 Aurele Circle, to allow the construction of an above ground swimming pool on a "Protective Water Quality Easement" on Lot 6 as shown on said plan which is recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds in Book 13824, Page 84, and to authorize the Town Manager to make any minor modifications to the agreement was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Multi -Way Stop at Bancroft Avenue and Hartshorn Street — Discussion — The Town Manager noted that there was a memo from the Town Engineer indicating that this multi -way stop does not meet with the Uniform Control Manual. Board of Selectmen Meeting= May 13, 2008 — Page 5 Selectman Camille Anthony noted that she received a complaint that cars are speeding on that road. She also noted that a traffic study should not be done in the Summer. Chainnan James Bonazoli noted that there is also an issue of cars parked close to the corner. A motion by Tafoya seconded by Goldy that pursuant to its policy on multi -way stop intersections, the Board of Selectmen determines that it wishes to move forward with the Engineering Study to determine the relevant facts with regard to the intersection and whether based on the engineering study, the Board would consider the imposition of multi - way stop regulations was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Review Draft Warrant — Special Town Meeting on June 30th — The Town Manager noted that the Special Town Meeting is needed for debt authorization for the fields and demolition of the Water Treatment Plant. There was discussion among the Board about the date to hold the Town Meeting. The Town Manager noted that Article 4 was to amend the FY 2008 Budget. Article 5 is a street acceptance. Article 6 is to rescind water main debt. Article 7 is to correct the Zoning By -Law by renumbering. Article 8 is to establish a revolving fund for library book replacement. Article 9 is to remove the requirement for physicians to register with the Town Cleric and Article 10 is to approve the contract for the Reading Coalition Against Substance Abuse. The consensus of the Board was to hold the Special Town Meeting on June 30, 2008. Change of Manager. — Bertucci's Italian Restaurant — The Town Manager noted that this requires action at a public meeting. Michael Bonnell is the new Manager. The Police have reviewed the application and they have no problems with it. Chairman James Bonazoli asked Mr. Bonnell if he understood the Selectmen's Policies, and Mr. Bonnell indicated that he does and that he has been a General Manager since 2000. Vice Chairman Stephen Goldy noted that the Reading Coalition Against Substance Abuse works to be proactive to educate residents on the dangers of substance abuse and provides training for liquor establishments. He also noted that someone from the Coalition will be contacting him. A motion by Tafoya seconded by Anthony to approve the Change of Manager for Bertucci's Restaurant Corp. d/b /a Bertucci's Italian Restaurant from Marc Greenhal2h to Michael Bonnell was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Correction of Betterment Interest Rate — Franklin Terrace Sewers — The Town Manager noted that there was a memo from Civil Engineer Ryan Percival in the Selectmen's packet regarding the interest rate on the assessment. The Selectmen had established a 5% interest rate but the Town Meeting Report on the Warrant indicates a 2% interest rate, so the Board should meet that commitment. -�5 P5 Board of Selectmen Meeting — May 13, 2008 — Page 6 A motion by Anthony seconded by Goldy to amend the Board of Selectmen's previous vote of January 22, 2008 by changing the interest rate from 5% to 2% for the Franklin Terrace sewer betterment for Plat 153, Lot 12 and Plat 152, Lot 12A, all other terms of the January 22, 2008 remaining in full force and effect was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. Approval of Minutes A motion by Tafoya seconded by Anthony to approve the Minutes of April 15, 2008, as amended, was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. A motion by Tafoya seconded by Goldy to approve the Minutes of April 29, 2008 was approved by a vote of 4 -0 -0. A motion by Bonazoh seconded by Anthony to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation, not to come back into open session, was approved on a roll call vote with all four members voting in the affirmative. Respectfully submitted, Secretary �5�1 GARY S. BRACKETT JUDITH A. PICKETF JAMES T. MASTERALEXIS STEVEN C. FLETCHER': ELLEN CALLAHAN DOUCETTE HEATHER W. KINGSBURY JASON D. GROSSFIELD M. YVONNE GONZA LEZ** *Also Admitted in ME and CO *-*Also Admitted in CT VIA ELECTRONIC AND FIRST CLASS MAIL BRACKETT & LUCAS COUNSELORS AT LAW 19 CEDAR STREET WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS 01609 508-799-9739 Fax 508-799-9799 Jime 18, 2008 OF COUNSELP-3 ELAINE M. Ll CNR C— WINCHESTER QFfEE 165 WASHINGTON SWET WINCHESTER, MASS) TTS 01890 781-729-1500 Fax781-729-5444 E-Mail: ECI)oucette(pBrack ,ucasxorn RESPOND TO WINCHESTRoliT ICE W ! NO Peter I. Hechenbleikner, Town, Manager Town Hall 16 Lowell Street Readingy,MA01867 Re: Renewal of Conicast Cable License Negotiation of Provisions — Application of "Lawful" Bylaws Dear Peter: Currently, Comcast is negotiating with the Town of Reading for the renewal of its Cable TV license. In the context of such negotiations, Comcast has proposed that the license, itu-hi.de a provision stating that it (Comcast) vmuld.be bound only by the "lawfial bylaws" of the Town of Reading. You have asked that this office, as town counsel for the Town of Reading, provide you with comment and/or advice as to whether or not it is appropriate to include such a provision in the license. It is the position of this office that all bylaws of the Town of Reading are "lawful", having been duly enacted by Town Meeting, and approved by the Attorney General's Office. Further, a municipality's bylaws are entitled to a presumption of validity and as such', must be enforcied unless challenged and proven otherwise in a court Qf,coinpet.e.,i,it,j-Lirisdi.ction. Fordharn v. Butera, 450 Mass. 42, 45 (2007) (Every p . rqsUmpti6ii`is t6'be made in favor of the by-law, and its enforcement will not be refused unless it i§Ahown beyond reasonable doubt that it conflicts with the Constitution or the erl�blmg in requesting the inclusion of such a provision, is Comcast suggesting or 1. implying that one or more of the town's bylaws are'unlawful and as such, that noncompliance will be excused? Or, is. Comcast attempting to circumvent the process for `� challenging a bylaw's validity by requesting the inclusion of a provision that would support its (Comcast) ability to ignore a bylaw thus, shifting the burden of proving the lawfulness thereof to the Town through enforcement of the bylaw? Notwithstanding the answers to the foregoing questions, it is strongly suggested that the Town of Reading refrain from entering into a license, or any other contract or agreement, that includes language that may be interpreted as eliminating the presumption or validity afforded to bylaws, or a tacit acknowledgement by the Town of the possibility that its bylaws may be deemed unlawful and of no force and effect. Any license agreed to by the Town of Reading must require compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Thank you for yoi r attention to this matter. Please don't hesitate to contact me if I may be of fiirther assistance. Very truly yours, Ellen Callahan Doucette ECD /sj s SENATOR RICHARD R. TISEI MIDDLESEX AND ESSEX ROOM 308, STATE HOUSE (617) 722-1206 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS SENATE MINORITY LEADER STATE HOUSE, BOSTON 02133-1053 June 13, 2008 Mr. Peter I. Hechenbleikner Town Manager c/o Reading Town Hall 16 Lowell St. Reading, MA 01867 Dear Mr. Hechenbleikner: LIc.3�s DISTRICT OFFICE 979 MAIN STREET WAKEFIELD, MA 01880 (781) 246-3660 P�3 E3 %0 Thank you for forwarding me the notice for the Board of Selectmen's June 18 public hearing to discuss the renewal of Reading's cable service contract with Comcast. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the hearing due to a scheduling conflict. However, I am submitting the enclosed letter to the Selectmen asking that they take steps to ensure the new contract includes funding for local public, education and government (PEG) access programming. I hope the ongoing contract negotiations between the town and Comcast will produce positive results for PEG access programming in Reading. If I can be of any further assistance in this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me. 2 SENATOR RICHARD R. TISEI MIDDLESEX AND ESSEX ROOM 308, STATE HOUSE (617) 722 -1206 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS SENATE MINORITY LEADER STATE HOUSE, BOSTON 02133-1063 June 13, 2008 Honorable Reading Board of Selectmen c/o Reading Town Hall 16 Lowell St. Reading, MA 01867 Dear Honorable Selectmen: DISTRICT OFFICE 979 MAIN STREET WAKEFIELD, MA 01880 (781) 246 -3660 I understand the Board is scheduled to hold a public hearing on June 18 to discuss the town's contract renewal talks with Comcast. Although I had hoped to attend the hearing in person, I am unable to do so due to a prior scheduling commitment. However, I would like to goon record in support of a contract that includes continued funding for local public, education and government (PEG) access programming in Reading, at an amount that matches or exceeds current funding levels. I know first -hand the value of having a strong public access channel operating in the community. For many years, Reading Community TV (RCTV) has broadcast my Legislative Report show, allowing me to reach out to my constituents in Reading and provide them with timely information about state legislation that could have an impact on their lives and their community. Public access television provides a vital connection between private citizens and their local elected officials, and offers a creative outlet for residents who want to produce and direct their own original programming to share with a larger audience. It is crucial that any new contract the town negotiates with Comcast include, at a minimum, the 5 percent funding share that RCTV currently receives. This funding is needed to address future equipment and facility needs so that RCTV can continue to provide an essential service to the community. I urge the Board of Selectmen to support RCTV and ensure that it is adequately funded in the new Comcast contract. Thank you in advance for your consideration, and please feel free to contact me if I can be of any further assistance in this matter. ere ichard R. v STATE SENATOR �► l qs °-' ' °"=' '' Deval L.PPahidc Trmod P Munay Bemard Cohen Lvisa Paiewonsky ..�T �.. HIGhI�A Sqwvoy Y MASSACHUSETTS p EXECUTIVE OFFICE O June 11, 2000. F: TRANSPORTATION Construction Reading — Route 28 Roadway Reconstruction and Related Work Contract No: 51620 Project File No: 602617 Federal Aid No: STP- 00 1S(563.)X and CM-00 1 S(563)X Town of Reading 16 Lowell St. Reading, Ma. 01867 -2683 Attention: Mr. George J. Zambouras, P.E. Town Engineer Dear Sir: DEPT OF WORKS DATE B� TIME ' TOWN OF READING I am responding to your correspondence of May 21, 2008 requesting that additional work on 325 linear feet of Ash Street be added to the contract. I have reviewed your proposal and agree that adding this work to our contract would avoid the conflict of two Contractors working in the same area. The proposed work could be added as an extra work order under the MassHighway contract with J. Marchese and Sons. We will submit the proposed plan and listing of items to the Contractor for pricing. However, as this work is additional to the work proposed in the contract, it shall be the Town of Reading's responsibility to pay all associated costs including traffic police under your Non- Participating Agreement with MassHighway (Agreement #51639). Please respond in writing at your earliest convenience if the Town of Reading is amenable to funding this work as proposed. Should you have any further questions concerning this matter please contact Mr. Mark Cain, Assistant District Construction Engineer (781) 641 -8496. MC /mc Cc: RE -Bost' File-#904 Massachusetts Highway Department • District 40 519 Appleton Street, Arlington, MA 02476 • (781) 641 -8300 I�fC�GS. THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES , 600 WASHINGTON STREET, SUITE 1100 LSd?v_a ^° Boston, MA 02111 TEL: (617) 210 -5480 FAX: (617) 210 -5755 Deval L. Patrick JudyAnne Sigby M.D. Governor Secretary, EOHHS Timothy P. Murray Thomas G. Kelley Lieutenant Governor Secretary Reading June 24, 2008 Peter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager Town Hall 16 Lowell St. Reading, MA 01867 Dear Mr. Hechenbleikner: The purpose of this letter is to remind you of your responsibility to have a Veterans' Service Officer (VSO) in your municipality and to make clear the primacy of the duties of a VSO. In addition, if your community has a population of more than 12,000 residents, the VSO must be full time. If the VSO is a full time employee, then the VSO must not have any additional duties outside of veterans' services unless approved by the Secretary of the Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) in accordance with Chapter 108 Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR). 12.04: Duties of Veterans' Agents (1) With the approval of the Secretary, a municipality may assign non - veterans' business to full -time veterans' agents for the municipality, provided he or she is available to perform veterans' business during normal hours of town or city hall business. The full -time veterans' agent shall not hold any other full -time position in the municipality. This communication does not necessarily imply that your municipality is in violation of this regulation. DVS will check with each VSO to ensure that he /she does not hold any other full time position and to verify that doing veterans' business is a priority over any other duties. Districts formed pursuant to Chapter 115 Massachusetts General Law, section 10 and 108 CMR 12.01 and 12.02 are exempt from this requirements since the VSO is an employee of the district and not the municipality. If you have any questions concerning this, please feel free to contact me at (617) 210 -5785 or LFeeney 0cvet.state.ma.us. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, . r4irp 4q Audi Lawrence J. Feeney General Counsel R C_ 9 N O- c� June 24, 2008 Reading Board of Selectmen Dear Selectmen, �os,� �.0 CoL-sCL— It has been rewarding being a Reading Conservation Commissioner for the last five years and I feel we have had some major successes. I regret I have to resign effective 15 July 2008 as I have accepted an overseas assignment with my current firm. Thank you for the opportunity to serve and I will be back in touch when I return in approximately one year. V Maughan, Ph.D. 263 Woburn St. r•.3 Reading Massachusetts E3 — cc Mark Wetzel, Chair Reading Conservation Commission Fran Fink, Reading Conservation Commission 114 RESIGNATION.DOC o� "V J Page lnfl ZV/~ /3ns Schena, Paula From. Hochentdeikner,Pehar, Sent: Friday, June 27.3OU82:20P[W To: Reading - Se|ectmen Cu: 8ohona.Pau\a Subject: FW: Pleasant/Main Temp Signal l/c Board of Selectmen Fromm;Zambouras George Sent: Fridoy, June 27, 2008 2:13 PM To: Hechenb|eikner, Peter; Kowalski, Carol; McIntire, Ted; Cormier, Jim; Burns, Greg; Lee, Michael Subject; Pleasant/Main Temp Signal Marchese has submitted revised traffinmanageme plan hn BETA and MHD. Baring no other comments from BETA and MHD (there shouldn't be) and some good weather for the repainting of lines and the holiday not being an issue, the Main Street partial road closure will hopefully end sometime next week. George J.Zambounsm,PE Town Engineer 781-942-6683 781-942-5441 (fax) ^ 0/3O/2008