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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-06-05 Board of Selectmen Minutes Minutes of the Board of Selectmen Meeting June 5, 1990 The meeting convened at 7 : 30 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting ---` Room, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA. Present were Chairman Rus- sell Graham, Vice Chairman Daniel Ensminger, Selectmen Sally Hoyt and Eugene Nigro. Selectman George Hines arrived late. Also present were Peter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager, and the follow- ing list of citizens. Peter L. Hingorani, James E. Biller, Robert M. Turosz, Bill Brown, Ruth White, Joseph T. White, Steve O'Leary, Joseph Saia, Jr. , Walter Schumann, Nancy A. Cirone, Ed- ward Canney, Robert Campbell, Barbara Campbell , Richard S . Dempster, Ben Nichols, Gary D. James, Edward C. Abely, Edward Loschi, Leslie York, Irene York. On motion by Ensminger seconded by Hoyt the Board approved the minutes of May 22, 1990 as amended by vote of 4-0-0. Liaison reports Eugene Nigro indicated that he had toured the Police Station and attended the open house regarding the dispatch center. He indi- cated that the Police Department hoped to achieve accreditation by the end of fiscal year 1991. Dan Ensminger indicated that he had attended Michael Samalis' Eagle Scout award. He also has had a discussion with the School Department with regard to updating the school projections. The School Committee will be talking about adding additional dollars approved by Town Meeting at their meeting on June 11. Sally Hoyt indicated that the Veteran's Agent would be away for two weeks ; that we are interviewing for the Outreach Worker position; that the second registration for recreation had secured some additional registrants for the camp program and that three sessions would be run but that the junior camp program would not be run; that the pool opening is scheduled for June 23 ; that a hearing on the health fee from massage parlors and health clubs was being held; and that a hearing clinic was scheduled for June 13. George Hines reviewed the transportation improvement program process and indicated that it was the subject of separate discus- sion this evening. Also he attended the MAPC meeting and ap- proval of the Metro Plan 2000 plan. Russ Graham indicated that he was attending a Solid Waste Com- mittee meeting tomorrow night to review the educational plan; that Thursday evening the island at John Street and Walkers Brook Drive will be designated to Lacey Packer. The island was adopted by Doug Wade from Doug's Exxon. Public comment Dan Ensminger read Beth Klepeis' notes regarding the State House visit and Herb Perry's home rule petition to stay on the force past age 65. Chairman Graham on behalf of the Board of Selectmen extended congratulations to the Class of 1990 which will be Selectmen's Minutes - 6/5/90 - page 2 graduating next Sunday; Russ Graham also noted the Board's con- gratulation to Ron McKay who has been named second in charge at the MBIA. Steve O'Leary introduced himself as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen of North Reading, and two other members of the Board of Selectmen - Nancy Cirone and Edward Canney. He distributed to the Board of Selectmen a copy of the agreement that North Reading has with Hingorani Construction, and indicated that although the Town of North Reading does not want development on the site, the proposed development is the best that could be achieved following negotiations. Mr. Hingorani submitted a copy of the letter that he had sent to Tony Fletcher dated 12-8-89, a copy of the en- vironmental notification form and the NEPA response. He indi- cated that he would increase the capacity of the sewer line through Reading through a two for one infill and infiltration study, and is requesting time to do the study. Sally Hoyt asked how much parking was proposed for the project and Mr. Hingorani indicated that it was 2 and 1/2 spaces per unit times 155 units. Sally Hoyt indicated that the discharge to the wetlands is a con- cern especially with regards to problems of oils, common deter- gents, etc. Mr. Hingorani indicated the gas and oil traps and a detailed strong water management plan are part of the proposal. George Hines reviewed Mr. Fletcher's concern about the management of the system and that there is no benefit to Reading. Specifi- cally, with regard to replacing the six inch line Mr. Hingorani indicated that he would replace that at no cost to the Town; with regard to the ejector pump that he would replace that at no cost to the Town; with regard to the system-wide evaluation study Mr. Hingorani would do it at no cost to the Town; that Mr. Hingorani would suggest that the Town of Reading contract for maintenance of the line in North Reading. Mr. Hingorani did not respond to the question of benefits to Reading. Mr. Graham expressed con- cern about adverse impact on Homart. Ms. Hoyt asked if there were alternative plans. Mr. Hingorani indicated that an on-site treatment plant in an upland area of the site would be an alter- native. Mr. Hines suggested that if a system-wide evaluation is to be done, that Mr. Hingorani consider allowing representatives from North Reading and Reading to develop the scope of services and to be involved in selecting the consultants. Mr. Canney indicated that he was not a signee to the agreement from North Reading. Several years ago the Town had problems with Mr. Hingorani' s development and work that was not adequately done. Walter Schumann from Chestnut Street in North Reading indicated that he felt that the time that it has taken North Reading to deal with these issues is an expression of the concerns that North Reading has. Russell Graham indicated that he doesn't see - any advantages to the Town of Reading for allowing the North Reading tie in. Pete Hechenbleikner indicated a concern for the level of staff involvement required on this project from the Town of Reading, considering cutbacks and reductions in force. Selectmen's minutes - 6/5/90 - page 3 Dan Ensminger asked about the DEP qualification, and Tony Fletcher's concern about timing and cost. He asked if the I/I work would be just at Haverhill Street, or whether it would be anywhere in the system. Gene Nigro asked for response to Rebecca Longley' s letter and Mr. Hingorani indicated that he would respond. Mr. Ensminger requested a response to Sally Hoyt's con- cerns. Mr. Hingorani indicated that Conservation Commissions in North Reading and Reading would have a full presentation. Gary James, an engineer for Mr. Hingorani, outlined the storm manage- ment system. Sally Hoyt asked who would handle long-term main- tenance and Mr. Hingorani indicated that it would be a main- tenance fund from the condo association. Mr. O'Leary indicated that the concerns regarding runoff were the concerns of North Reading as well as Reading. Robert Campbell outlined problems with the Greenbriar Condominiums in terms of dumping and expressed concern that North Reading hasn't policed these kinds of problems in the past. George Hines questioned the market for condominiums and whether or not the developer would be able to assure completion of the sewer work. Mr. Hingorani indicated that all sewer work would be done and paid for in advance before construction on the building started. Mr. Nigro questioned the construction schedule and Mr. Hingorani indicated that he had bank and MHFA approval to build one building with each type of unit, and then construct depending on the market. Mr. O'Leary indicated that North Reading would not issue a building permit - --- until the sewerage was available. The Board of Selectmen directed staff to review the material submitted without expending a large amount of time. Staff should address the Board of Selectmen's concerns and the Board would then make a decision very quickly. Mr. O'Leary expressed thanks to the Reading Board of Selectmen for meeting and suggested that this be done peri- odically on various issues of concern to both communities. On motion by Nigro seconded by Hines the Board approved the Clerical contract expiring 6-30-91 by vote of 5-0-0 and authorized the Board of Selectmen to sign the contract. On motion by Nigro seconded by Hoyt the Board approved the sign- ing of the agreement with Palmer and Dodge and the establishment of a separate account by vote of 5-0-0. The Board expressed con- cern about other communities backing out and what the effect of that would have on the Town of Reading financially. The Board established the following schedule for meetings during the summer: June 12, June 19, July 10, July 31, August 21, Sep- tember 4 and then every two weeks for the remainder of the year. The Chairman of the Board of Selectmen asked the Town Manager to set up a retreat for sometime early in the fall. The Board opened a hearing on the Rubbish Collection Rules an Regulations, and the Secretary read the notice. On motion by Hines seconded by Ensminger the Board voted to close the public hearing by vote of 5-0-0. On motion by Ensminger seconded by Hoyt the Board voted to adopt the Rubbish Collection Rules and Regulations with modifications by vote of 5-0-0. TOWN OF READING RUBBISH COLLECTION RULES AND REGULATIONS ~-'.1 The Town of Reading willrovide for the collection p 3.1 Items will be collected once each week in of household rubbish from single family detached accordance with a schedule to be publish- and two-and three-family attached residences in ed periodically. .r the Town in accordance with these regulations: 1. Definitions No collection will be made from stores, business houses,rooming or boarding 1.1 Rubbish will be considered to mean all houses,manufacturing plants,professional household refuse,cold ashes,paper,gar- buildings,or other commercial enterprises. bage and other waste materials. 33 Items will be collected when set at the 12 Bulk items are defined as any item not con- edge of the traveled way in approved con- sidered as rubbish and of such size or tainers by 6:30 a.m.on regular collection weight that one person cannot readily hand- days. Workers are prohibited from enter- le the item and the item is over 80 pounds ing onto or trespassing on any private and/or falls into the following categories: property during their collection. If rub- 12.a Auto parts such as generators, bish isnot placed at the edge of the starters,air cleaners,auto seats,wheel- traveled way by 6:30 a.m.on regular collec- rims,small pieces of body metal etc. tion days,and the contractor has already driven by the residence,the rubbish will These items will be picked up in ac- f not be picked up that week and the cordance with Article 5 of these homeowner will be responsible for remov- regulations exceptthat if in the ing the rubbish from the edge of the road- opinion of the Department of Public way no later than the end of that day. Works the quantity of these parts at 3.4 No collection will be made on the follow- any one household is unusually great theywill not be collected. ing legal holidays: New Years Day,Mar- tin Luther King's birthday,Washington's 12.b Furniture,such as couches,chairs, Birthday,Patriots Day,Memorial Day,In- television sets,mattresses,box springs, dependence Day,Labor Day,Columbus swing sets(dismantled)with concrete Day,Veterans Day,Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Collections will be footings removed,bicycles and other similar items are considered bulk one day late during the balance of the items which may be picked up in_ac- week in which the holiday falls. (i.e.if a cordance with Article 5 of these holiday falls on a weekday,the fifth day of regulations. collection will be Saturday. As an ex- ample,if a holiday falls on Monday, 12.c Auto parts such as large pieces of Monday's collection will be made on Tues- body metal,or engine blocks;building day;Tuesday's on Wednesday etc.) materials such as wood greater than 4. Approved Containers six feet in length and greater than 60 Rubbish except for bulk waste must be placed in an pounds;and appliances including approved container as defined in Sections 4.1 refrigerators,stoves,air conditioners, through 4.5 as follows: washers,dryers,and freezers will not 4.1 Approved containers are"wet strength" be collected. two-ply 50 pound kraft paper sacks of 30 12.d Earth,stones,tree trunks or large tree gallon capacity; 1.5 mil thickness plastic limbs,tires and batteries will not be bags of 30 gallon capacity;or 30 gallon collected. capacity barrels with handles. Residents using barrels which are left exposed to 2. Hazardous Materials weather are cautioned that sub-zero All hazardous materials as herein defined shall not temperatures and icing will result in the be collected: barrel having to be banged on the steel gasoline,explosives,compressed gasses,explosive hopper of the truck which will probably chemicals,corrosive chemicals,all hazardous wastes result in split or dented barrels. as defined by DEP and EPA,and other materials as the Director of Public Works may deem hazardous. 42 Residents using other types of barrels or 3. Collection Schedule other unapproved containers should recog- nine that these containers will be treated -- as a bulk item and disposed of as such. ?lease see other side) Printed on recycled paper �`- branches are not accepted at the compost 43 The Town discourages the use of any center,and may be disposed of in accord- cardboard barrels or cardboard boxes since ance with Section 6.4 of these regulations. once they become wet they lose much of their strength. The Town of Reading and 63 On pre-announced dates when leaves and the contractor will not be responsible for grass clippings are to be collected at any damage to cardboard barrels. Resi- curbside in the fall,all such material must dents who use cardboard barrels are doing be placed in wet strength 2-ply 50 pound so knowing that the above damage will kraft paper sacks of 30 gallon capacity. probably occur. No materials in plastic bags,and no loose materials will be accepted. 4.4 If a container falls apart during collection, any rubbish left need not be picked up by 6.4 Any wood,brush cuttings,or branches the contractor,and the resident will be tied securely in bundles under three feet responsible for cleaning up the rubbish. in length and 18 inches in diameter and under 80 pounds in weight wrill be col 4.5 Unlimited approved containers will be pick- lected curbside during regular rubbish col- ed up each week. Any container that can- lection. not be handled by one person and weighs 7. Recycling over 80 pounds will not be collected. 5. Bulk Waste Collection 7.1 The Town of Reading will supply to each Bulk waste is considered any item as indicated in household subject to these regulations a Section 1.2 of these regulations,and must be placed plastic bin for recyclable materials. Every at curbside on the same day and:n the same location household is required to place in that bin as scheduled rubbish collection, n accordance with all recyclable materials as follows: Sections 5.1 and 5.2.of these regulations 7.1.a All glass,unbroken,and excluding 5.1 Approved bulk waste will be picked up ceramics,light bulbs,and plate glass. provided a sticker available from the All glass must have metal rings and Department of Public Works at a cost of caps removed. $10.00 is affixed to each and every such item 7.1.b Aluminum cans to be collected. Items that do not have a sticker will not be picked up,and it will be the owner's responsibility for removing the 7.1.c Tin cans with labels removed. bulk waste from the edge of the roadway no later than the end of the day of the regular 7.1.d Newspapers bagged in a brown pickup. paper bag or tied in bundles. 52 No appliances including refrigerators, 7.2 The recycling bin must be placed at stoves,washers,air conditioners,dryers, curbside along with other rubbish on the freezers,dishwashers,trash compactors,or normal collection day and will be.col- other similar appliances will be picked up lected by the contractor. If material by the Town under any circumstances. It is placed in the bin isnot recyclable it will be suggested that residents arrange for left in the bin and'he resident will need removal of such items when anew ap- to remove the unreeyclable material and pliance is delivered,or contact Town Hall place the bin at curbside for the neat col- for names of carting companies who will lection. remove such materials. 6. Yard Waste 73 Replacement bins are available in the of- " Tice of the Department of Public Works at 6.1 Leaves��ill not be picked up curbside cost. during any time of the year,except that for & Enforcement three weeks during the fall,on a schedule to be announced,the Town will provide for a These rules and regulations are enforceable by the separate collection of leaves and/or grass Department of Public Works. Enforcement may clippings at curbside. consist of refusal to collect rubbish,bulk waste,or other materials that are not disposed of in accord- 62 The Town will operate a compost center ance with these rules and regulations. These rules from April 1 through December 1 at least and regulations are also enforceable in accordance two days per week at times and schedule to with Section 1.5 of the General Bylaws proNiding be announced. Leaves and grass clippings for a fine of up to$300 for each offense. ' may be taken to the compost center in any container,and the container or bag must be removed unless the bag is a biodegradable kraft paper bag. Wood,brush cuttings and Adopled June 5,1990 Selectmen's minutes - 6/5/90 - page 4 The Board asked the Town Manager to work with staff to put together an agenda for those running for the legislature. This would be Reading's position on various legislative items. Jonathan Edwards was present to discuss the update on regional - transportation matters, and the Town-wide traffic study. The consensus of the Board of Selectmen was to go ahead with the limited ($14,000) McDonough and Scully study. The Board asked about the status of the shack at the softball field in Birch Meadow Park and the moving of that shack. The Board directed a letter from the Board of Selectmen to MAPC requesting a priority for the Industriplex connector and to have the Route 129-93 im- provements removed from the transportation improvement program. On motion by Hines seconded by Ensminger the Board voted to ad- journ the meeting at 11:00 p.m. by a vote of 5-0-0. Respectfully submitted: Secre 2 i