BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES OF JANUARY 14, 2008

 

PRESENT:     Selectmen Jerry Klima, Chairman; Don Beaulieu, Ed Hunt, Henry Richenburg, and Fred Knowles

ALSO PRESENT:  Neil J. Harrington, Town Manager and Janet Flannery, Secretary

 

I.          Call to Order/Salute to the Flag

Chairman Klima called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM held in the Colchester Room, Salisbury Town Hall.

 

II.        Acceptance of Minutes

            Minutes of December 17, 2007

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; voted to approve the Minutes of December 17, 2007 as written.  VOTE:  4 yea’s – Selectman Richenburg abstained.

 

III.       Old Business - none

 

IV.       New Business

            a.  License Renewals:

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to waive the reading of the names of the licenses as shown on the agenda.

 

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to renew a Common Victualer license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for:

NE Chocolate Co., Inc. – 123 Lafayette Rd.                The Winner’s Circle – 211 Elm St.

Ozzie’s Fried Dough – 15 Broadway                            Foote’s, Inc. – 159 Beach Rd.

Niko’s Place – 194 Elm St.                                          Salisbury Pub – 183 No. End Blvd.

Lena’s Seafood – 131 Rabbit Rd.                                 Angelina’s Sub & Pizza – 135 Bridge Rd.

Nanny’s Candies – 158A Bridge Rd.                            Marshview Café – 155 Bridge Rd.

Good Fortune Restaurant – 2 Elm St.                            Haley’s Diner – 6 Elm St.

 

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to renew a General license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for:

Signs by Doug – 213 Lafayette Rd.                               Polkadot Playhouse – 175 Elm St.

Another Look Antiques – 25 Bridge Rd.                       Pauls Sportswear&Ski Shop-107 Bridge Rd.

Crystal Nails – 111 Lafayette Rd. Unit 3                       Merrimack River Feline Rescue-63 Elm St.

RJ Tindle – 118-122 Rabbit Rd.                                   Bridge Marina – 179 Bridge Rd.

Paws 4 Play – 93 Bridge Rd.                                        Jim Phillips Firewood Sales – 57 Main St.

Mobil on the Run – 66 Main St.                                    Richdale – 2 Elm St.

Elm Street Bait & Tackle – 110 Elm St.                        Anderson Landscaping – 168 Elm St.

Beach Rose RV Park – 147 Beach Rd.                        Cinemagic – 1 Merrill St.

Shorts Foundations – 82 Bridge Rd.                             Room for Improvement – 97 Forest Rd.

Salisbury Insurance Agency – 10A Elm St.                    Funny Bones – 107 Elm St.

Open Concepts – 107 Elm St.                                      Salisbury Cane Chair – 134 Elm St.

Mares Jewelry Creations – 35 Toll Rd.             Fleshink Tattoo – 111 Lafayette Rd.

Lacey Truck Equipment – 158 Elm St.              Parker Fence – 43 Main St.

Sea Note Music – 57 No. End Blvd.                            Community Beauty Shop – 45 Baker Rd.

Small Craft Consignment Sales – 61 Bridge Rd.            Alterations Plus – 124 Lafayette Rd. Unit C

 

 

Bridge Rd Gas & Auto Repair – 157 Bridge Rd.           Creative Sparkles by Jeanne – 48 Baker Rd.

Clover Club Boat Storage – 40 Bridge Rd.                   Hidden Treasures Holistic & Therapeutic                                                                                  Massage – 38 Lafayette Rd. Unit B

 

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Hunt; unanimously voted to approve the name change from Route 110 Bait & Tackle to Best Bait & Tackle – 61 Elm St.

 

Motion by Selectman Richenburg, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; unanimously voted to renew an Entertainment license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for: Chamber of Commerce – 73 Atlantic Ave. - entertainment at the beach, The Winner’s Circle – 211 Elm St. – Arcade – Karaoke – Juke Box (3 licenses), and Cinemagic – 6 Merrill St. – arcade

 

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to renew a Sunday license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for The Winner’s Circle – 211 Elm St.

 

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to renew a Parking Lot license for No. End Blvd. Corp – 245 No. End Blvd. and to remove the ZBA contingency if in fact the required filing was completed.

 

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to renew a Repair license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for: Cassidy’s Auto Body – 29 Locust St., ET Racing – 134 Elm St., Daaboul & Sons Auto Repair – 193 Elm St., and Bridge Rd. Auto Service – 157 Bridge Rd.

 

Motion by Selectman Richenburg, Second by Selectman Hunt; unanimously voted to renew a Class I license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for: Ryder Transportation – 74 Main St. and Fraser Pontiac – Buick – GMC – 114 Bridge Rd.

 

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Hunt; unanimously voted to renew a Class II license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for: Glen’s Auto Repair – 90 Lafayette Rd. and Aran Trading – 74 Main St.

 

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; unanimously voted to Table a Class II license application for Crystal Motors – 192 Elm St. until the next meeting and request the applicant to appear at that time and show proof of sales at that location and have the proper documents with him.

 

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Hunt; unanimously voted to renew a Class II license, with the same conditions/restrictions that may have been on the original license and all subsequent renewals for Westside Trucking – 172 Elm St. but to hold the license until such time that it is verified that all conditions on the license have been met.

 

 

 

 

 

            b.  New Licenses

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to approve a General license for Cove Marina – 8 Friedenfels St.

 

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to approve a Common Victualer license to Wobbly Pop Sports Stop – 3 Central Ave.

 

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to approve a Sunday license to Wobbly Pop Sports Stop – 3 Central Ave. and Captains Corner – 73-75 Main St.

 

Motion by Selectman Hunt, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to approve an Entertainment license for Wobbly Pop Sports Stop – 3 Central Ave. – Juke Box & Live Entertainment/DJ (2 licenses).

 

Motion by Selectman Richenburg, Second by Selectman Hunt; unanimously voted to approve a Parking Lot license for Driftway Parking – 6 Central Ave.

 

            c.  Committee Appointments - none

           

            d.  Presentation by Packaging Specialties

Ms. Lynn Tokarczyk of Business Development Strategies, representing Packaging Specialties, introduced Mr. Gary Swerling, President of Packaging Specialties.  She then gave a brief presentation giving the background and history of the Company, what their proposals are, and their intent to apply for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) package.

Mr. Swerling then addressed the Board thanking them for allowing him to speak this evening and he gave a brief presentation.  He also thanked the Town Manager for his support, as well as Chris Reilly for his help during this initial process.  Packaging Specialties is presently located in Newburyport’s industrial park but has outgrown the space and is looking for a site to build a $7M expansion that includes a 140,000 sq. ft. building to hold current as well as more efficient equipment, and a warehouse.  He explained that once word got out, Chris Reilly called him which opened the door for the company to return to Salisbury which is where his business began 20 years ago.  Mr. Swerling is encouraged by Salisbury’s friendly business climate plus the fact that town officials are willing to negotiate with him regarding the TIF.  However, before anything is final both the State and Town Meeting will have to approve the negotiated TIF agreement.  Town officials feel that if a deal can be struck, it will bring more growing companies to Salisbury, along with the jobs that will be provided.

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Richenburg; unanimously voted to have Chairman Klima and the Clerk, Fred Knowles work with the Manager along with Packaging Specialties to work on the TIF Financing.

 

            e.  Presentation/Update: Planning Director and Planning Board

Ms. Pearson gave a brief update on her department consisting of a conservation agent and assistant planner who are both full time.  In the last year they have completed the open space plan and are half way through the master plan.  They oversee the construction and any inspections until completion.  Many projects are moving forward with the rail trail and a significant amount of clearing and site work was done in the Fall.  On Earth Day they will be

 

 

 

working again with Timberland who will be providing about 100 volunteers working on the connection to Lion’s Park.

With regards to the CDBG which her department oversees, the Town was awarded $964,000 back in August to continue the Housing Rehab Program, repair roofs at the Housing Authority and assist the Boys and Girls Club and the Pettengill House. 

Her department has also worked closely with the contractor with the last phase of the Town Hall renovation, and is hoping to start the next phase in February.  She is also helping the DPW with the Rabbit Road sewer project to get it to move forward.

 

Bob Straubel, Planning Board Chairman, listed the following accomplishments: in 2007 they completed ten major site plans and just completed the approval of the Commerce Way business park subdivision which includes a rail trail easement that will allow the Town to extend the Ghost Trail to Rabbit Road.  There are two other subdivisions currently in the hearing stage on Forest Road which should reach a conclusion in the several months.  They have completed Phase I of the Master Plan and the final draft will be ready soon.  They are moving forward with a draft of a Vision Statement which will be presented at Town Meeting. 

 

            f.  Vote to Amend Regulatory Agreement for 125 Bridge Rd. (Salisbury Woods)

Mr. Mark Lopez, Salisbury Woods Developer provided an Amended and Restated Regulatory Agreement to the Board requesting a change in the location of affordable units.  There will still be the same number of affordable units, but he wants to increase the number of affordable units in the existing buildings because he has buyers who are qualified and ready to close this week.  The building was delayed by the decline in the economy and the lack of buyers of market rate units. 

Motion by Selectman Knowles, Second by Selectman Richenburg; voted to sign the Amended and Restated Regulatory Agreement for 125 Bridge Rd., Salisbury, MA.  VOTE:  3 yea’s – Selectmen Hunt & Beaulieu opposed.  Motion carried.

 

            g. Verizon: Set Pole Hearing Date

Motion by Selectman Richenburg, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; unanimously voted to schedule a public hearing on January 28, 2008 at 7:15 PM for a pole placement on Toll Road.

 

            g. Vote to Sign the Warrant for the 2008 Presidential Primary

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Knowles; unanimously voted to approve and sign the Warrant for the 2008 Presidential Primary as prepared by the Town Clerk.

 

V.        Comments by Visitors - none

 

VI.       Sewer/Water – no business

 

VII.     Correspondence

            Letter from Comcast re: changes within Comcast, as well as information on rate changes.

 

VIII.    Hearings

            7:30 PM – Proposed Changes for Salisbury Waterways & Docking Fees

Motion by Selectman Richenburg, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; unanimously voted to open the hearing at 7:40 PM.

 

 

 

Chmn. McCarty clarified how the fees are set and explained that the Harbormaster and Town Manager set and approve the budget; the Harbor Commission is then charged with providing funding for the budget and they are limited as to how to do so.  Their goal is to make the Harbormaster’s budget self funding.  The main reason for the requested 25% increase is due to an increase in the rate of pay and the patrol hours for the assistant harbormasters. Harbormaster Ray Pike then gave a preliminary review of their budget and objectives, a copy of which is on file in the Selectmen’s office.  The budget included significant increases in mooring fees and a new marina fee.

Mike Goodridge, Allen Kestner, Brian Mullen, and Mark Audette, owners of local marinas questioned the increases and were opposed to the new fees being imposed.  Discussion ensued regarding the increase in hours and why the number of incidents went down from 1600 in 2006 to 1100 in 2007.  Selectman Klima questioned whether or not the rental floats are economically viable.  Selectman Beaulieu said that he would not support an increase of more than 7%.  It was the general consensus of the Board to have the Harbor Commission review their budget and to make a revised recommendation at the next meeting.

Motion by Selectman Richenburg, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; unanimously voted to continue the Public Hearing until Jan. 28, 2008, at 7:30 PM.

 

IX.       Town Manager’s Report

Mr. Harrington gave a brief overview of his written report, a copy of which is available in the Town Manager’s office.

 

X.        Selectmen’s Report

            a.  Ratification of Signing of Weekly Warrants:

Motion by Selectman Beaulieu, Second by Selectman Hunt; unanimously voted to ratify the signing of the following weekly warrants.

          W08-93           Town Payroll                            W08-94           Police Payroll

            W08-95           Sewer Payroll                           W08-96           CDBG Payroll

            W08-97           Gen., Sewer, Water                  W08-98           CDBG

            W08-99           Program Income                       W08-100         Gen.., Sewer, Water

            W08-101         CDBG                                     W08-102         Gen., Sewer, Water

            W08-103         Town Payroll                            W08-104         Police Payroll

            W08-105         Sewer Payroll                           W08-106         CDBG Payroll

            W08-107         Gen., Sewer, Water                  W08-108         CDBG

            W08-109         General, Sewer

 

Selectman Beaulieu said he attended the Triton School Committee meeting on Jan. 3rd.  He reported that it is expected that the school budget will be going up 5%.  The next School Committee meeting is Jan. 23rd and he will be away.  He will also be away for the next Communications Committee meeting on Feb. 7th and asked if any other Selectman could attend those meetings to please do so.  Mr. Klima said that he would attend the Jan. 23rd meeting, but could not attend the other.

 

Chairman Klima announced that he had set up a meeting with Sen. Tarr and Rep. Costello and other state and federal officials at Plum Island Taxpayers Hall on Friday, January 18, at 10:00 AM to talk about beach erosion and dredging issues and to discuss a proposal to do a study on dredging and beach replenishment from Salisbury all the way to Boston.  He invited the other Selectmen and Mr. Harrington to attend.

 

 

XI.       Executive Session - none

 

XII.     Adjournment

Motion by Selectman Knowles, Second by Selectman Beaulieu; unanimously voted to adjourn at 10:47 PM.

 

 

Respectfully submitted:

Janet E. Flannery, Secretary

 

                                                            Approved: ___________________________

                                                                              Fred Knowles, Clerk