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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1960-05-16-min 575 SELEC TM E N'S MEETING MAY 16, 1960 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen ' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, May 16, 1960, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Morey, Messrs .Adams, Ferguson, Cole and Richards were pre- sent . Mr. Stevens, Town Counsel, Mr. Carroll, Super- intendent of Public Works, and the Executive Clerk were also present . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held Minutes on May 9, 1960 . The Chairman read a letter from the Air Force Com- mand and Control Development Dividon, acknowledging receipt of the Board' s notice of termination, dated May 2, 1960, under contract AF19 (604)-781 for water service at Laurence G Hanscom Field, to be effective November 1, 1960 Mr. Stevens reported briefly on a meeting with II Air Force personnel tomorrow morning to be held in the Selectmen' s Room, to discuss the subject informally. He said that Waltham has finally acted and signed a contract . Mr. Stevens reported that he has talked to Mr Murphy, re the Ca Aldo land, and he is waiting particu- larly on the question as to whether or not the Town should take it subject tothe rights reserved by the railroad or if the Town should take the entire parcel excluding the rights of the railroad Parking area The Chairman said that in the meantime Mr Carroll has to be drawing up some plan so the Board will know what it has, what it wants and what it is aiming for. She said she thought Mr Carroll should talk to Mr. Cataldo about the plan. She stated that Mr. Cataldo has made the statement that the Town does not know what it is buying so she thought Mr. Carroll should talk to him and Mr. Carroll said that he would. Mr. Stevens retired at 7:50 P.M. Mr. Carroll reported that he has had specifications written for waterproofing the steps at Cary Building. To make certain that he would get the best results, he asked Mr. Cole , the architect, to write the specifications . 576 n GT Mr. Cole called a man from the Chapman Waterproofing Company, the best he knows of in the business , and he looked at the job, and stated that if the granite steps had to be removed, the cost of the job would be between $5,000 and $10,000. Custance Bros . had previously sub- mitted a figure of $2500 for removing the steps . How- ever, the representative from Chapman' s said it would involve moving the buttresses Mr. Carroll asked for Waterproof- another opinion, and through Mr. Greeley, contacted Mr ing steps at Newman. Both men said the same thing and both agreed Cary Build- that the job can be done so the steps and buttresses ing can be waterproofed Mr Carroll suggested, and Mr. Cole agreed, that bids be invited from both men, using both methods . The Board can then decide which method to use Both men will guarantee the work for five years Mr Carroll said they are both reputable con- cerns and he was certain they would come back if neces- sary. They both feel the buttresses should be taken out if the Board wants them out. The Chairman asked why the work could not be done the way the tunnel on Charles Street is being done, and Mr. Carroll replied that there are all kinds of cavities under the steps. The Chairman asked if Mr. Carroll had any idea of what the cost might be and he replied that Chapman' s estimate was $2200 to thyocol every joint, and Mr. Newman' s figure was between $1800 and $2,000. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr Carnoll to invite bids. The Chairman said she did not think the buttresses should be moved unless it was absolutely necessary. Mr. Carroll reported that the Chamber of Commerce Trees has voted unanimously against planting trees in the Center Letter was received from the Mystic Valley Gas Company for permission to install a gas main in Eldred and Grove Streets. The proposed installation was approved by Mr. Gas Main Carroll, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Mystic Valley Gas Company to install a 4-inch welded steel high pressure gas main in Eldred and Grove Streets, the in- stallation to conform with Mr. Carroll ' s specifications . The Chairman read a letter from the Pine Meadows Country Club, requesting reconstruction of Cedar Street . Mr. Carroll reported that there is no layout and if the street is to be built, there will have to be a layout made first . 577 It was agreed to advise Mr. John A. Bellizia, who signed the letter, that before any action can be taken Cedar Street the street will have to be laid out, and the earliest possible date for consideration would be the next Annual Town Meeting. The Chairman read a letter fromPalladino Brothers Company, 201 Massachusetts Avenue , asking to have the curbing in front of his property moved. He had made an arrangement with Busa Brothers, who purchased some of his land, that in exchange for some gravel theywould have thecurbing moved. Mr. Carroll explained tilt Mr. Palladino wants the Curbing driveway widened, and as far as he is concerned, he thinks it is wide enough, and did nbt recommend widen- ing it It was agreed to advise Mr Palladino that any agreement he may have had with Busa Brothers does not involve the Town, and the Superintendent of Public Works is of the opinion that the driveway is sufficiently wide to accommodate vehicular traffic . The Chairman reported that the Police Department had received a letter, signed by owners of the stores located on Marrett Road, stating that the recently posted "No Traffic Parking" signs are hurting their business by creating a hardship on the parking customers . She said tte Traffic Committee would have to be reactivated and consider this subject among others . The Chairman reported that she received a call from the Christian Science Church, suggesting that Muzzey Street from Forest Street to Park Drive be either one Traffic way traffic or parking restricted to one side . She said this could be considered by the Traffic Study Committee . Application for a Yearly Dump Permit was received from Leonard Collins, Dracut. Mr. Carroll explained that Mr. Collins collects Permit for Howard Johnson' s. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the permit . Applicaticn for a Yearly Dump Oermit was received from McCall Trucking Company, Arlington. Permit It was agreed to ask the applicant why a permit is desired and fromwhere the material is collected . Mr. Carroll retited at 8:20 P.M. 578 GC 1.4 The Chairman referred to the letter from the United States Department of Interior and boundary map for the Munite Man National Historical Park. She reported that Mr. Lee, Regional Director, was in Boston and she ar- ranged a meeting with him, Mr. Snow, Mr. Carroll and Mr. Nickerson. He assured the group that any change in Town Streets would have to be by agreement. They now have funds to start to acquire open land and such properties as may come on the market The Cox property will be one of the first to( be acquired. She explained that she spoke to Mr. Stevens and he talked with Mr. Irwin relative to slowing down building permits in the area of the proposed park in order to give the Park Depart- ment an opportunity to move The Chairman reported that Mr. Ernest E. J. Avallone , 26 Carville Avenue, does not-want to be considered for appointment to the Police Department at this time but would like to be considered at some future date . Chief Rycroft met with the Board at 8:30 P.M. and introduced Mr Robert C . King, 9 Banks Avenue . A detailed report was received from Lieutenant Gorr covering his investigation of the applicant. The Chairman asked if Mr. King had any disability, and he replied in the negative. The Chairman asked if his health was good, and he replied in the affirmative . The Chairman asked why he wanted tojoin the Police Department, and Mr. King replied that he liked the Town, the position is more secure than his present job, and he thought he would like the work. Mr. Cole asked if he was fairly familiar with the confines of the Town, and he replied in the affirmative . Mr. Adams inquired about his military service and he replied that he was attached to the Anti Air Craft Outfit, one of the gun crew, stationed at Fort Custer, Missouri . He received his basic training there and then moved to Detroit and went from there to Korea for one year The Chief asked when he took the Civil Service Ex- amination and Mr. King replied last October. He said that was the only Civil Service examination he ever took Mr. Adams asked if he knew what he was getting into and Mr. King replied that he was aware of the fact he would be taking a reduction in salary. He stated tint he leaves his house about seven in the morning and during the winter does not arrive home until after six. During the summer months he home between three thirty and four. Mr. King stated that his income is less in the summer. Mr. King retired at 8:47 P.M. 579 The Chief introduced Mr. Anthony J. Busa, 52 Lowell Street II A detailed report was received from Lieutenant Corr covering his investigation of the applicant The Chairman asked his reasons for wanting to go on the Police Force and Mr. Busa replied that he thought it was a good steady job, one with security. It afforded an opportunity to serve the public and that is the type of job he could appreciate . The Chairman asked about his draft status and Mr. Busa replied that he is 4-F, and was deferred bei- cause of the farm The Chairman asked if he was deferred because of any physical reasons, and he replied in the negative . Police The Chairman said his status was not 4-F if he applicant was deferred because of the farm and if he gave up farming, his draft status would change . Mr. Adams asked how soon he would be available for duty, and Mr. Busa replied as soon as the Board wanted him. Mr. Busa retired at 8 :50 P.M. The Chief reported that Mr. King could go to work in three weeks preferably, but could go in two . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Robert C . King, 9 Banks Avenue , a patrol- man on the Lexington Police Department effective June 10, 1960. Chief Ryeroft retired at 9:00 P.M Application was received from the Minute Man Cab Company for a Public Carriage License increasing the number of cabs from four to five . License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the license . Application for a license to operate or drive a taxicab was received fromRichard E. Potter, 401 Bedford Street, a resident for four years, fifty-three years of age . License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the license Applications for licenses to operate or drive a taxicab were received from the following individuals : Gerald P. Connor 7 Carville Avenue , age 19 Paul Anthony Buckley,Jr 139 Shade Street, age 18. William H. Spiers, 185 Lowell Street, age 18 580 Cri 11.4 Satisfactory character references were received from Chief Rycroft. Mr. Ferguson said he did not think licenses should Licenses be granted while the applicants are still attending High School. It was unanimously agreed toestablish the policy that no student while attending High School will be granted a license The Clerk was requested tofind out whether or not Mr. Connor, age 19, is still attending High School and whether or not he has taken the school Driving Training course . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses, satisfactory character references having been received from the Chief of Police : George H. Phelan, 11 Stevens Road Peddler Louis Esposito, 116 Bedford Street " Letter was received from the Board of Fire Com- missioners, advising they have considered the request Firemen at for use of firemen at certain public functions of the Public Town. The Commissioners understand tht such requests functions would be limited to non profit Town sponsored activities and suggested that such requests be made to the Com- missioners so the effect on manpower needs at the time could be considered. It was agreed that no reply was necessary Call Letter was received from the Board of Fire Com- Fireman missioners, advising that Edward W. Gourdeau, 32I Concord Turnpike, has been appointed to the Call Force . Letter was received from the Central Middlesex Multiple Listing Service, calling the Boardts attention Sign nations to sign violations . It wa a agreed to send a copy to Mr.Irwin and ask him to have the old car mentioned in the letter removed from Town property. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Assessors 1960 Tax advising that the 1960 tax rate has been established at !ate $6$.00 per $1,000 and approved by Commissioner Wilson. Letter was received from the Board of Retirement, Boa-d of relative to the election of a member of the System. Retirement Mr. Silva, the present member ' s term, will expire July 1, 1960 It was agreed to ask Mr Palrne r, Secretary, to fol- low theprocedure of the last election 581 Upon motinn duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign a Certificate of Incorporation application on behalf of John P. Meehan and Robert Cave, satisfactory Cert. of character references having been received from Chief Inc . Rycroft. Letter was received from Robert Bentley, 39 Asbury Street, offering $800 for tax title land, Block 31, on Avon Street . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to advise Mr. Bentley that the Board is of the opinion Tax title that it is in thebest interest of the Town to retain ownership of this particular parcel of land Letter was received from Catherine A. Womersley, 172 Oakley Road, Belmont, offering $500 for tax title lot 11 and part of 10 on Sylvia Street . Tax title Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to advise Mrs . Womersley that the Board will not con- sider a price as lbw as $500 for lots in Lexington. Letter was received from the Memorial Day Com- mittee, inviting a member of the Board to participate Memorial Day in the observance of Memorial Day, May 30, 1960. Mr. Cole agreed to represent the Board Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to re-appoint Dr. William L. Cosgrove to the Board of Appointment Health for a three-year term expiring June 1, 1963 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign Orders for installation of sewers in the fol- lowing streets Hancock Street, from Coolidge Avenue a distance of 1315' , more or less, southerly to Adams Street Sewer Orders Lowell Street, from Maple Street , 335' , more or less, northwesterly Middle Street, from end of existing sewer 1300 ' , more or less, westerly to Weston Street Middleby Road, from Lincoln Street a distance of 1073' , more or less, southeasterly Vaille Avenue, from Reed Street easterly 385 feet, more or less, to Bedford Street Vaille Avenue , from Reed Street west 881 ' , more or less, to end Wilson Road, from Roosevelt Roaa 687 ' , more or less, so.zthwesterly to Marrett Road Winthrop Road, from existing Sewer 5201 , more or less, westerly 582 ota Wood Street from Alpine Street 405' , more or less, southerly *(Pelham Road from end f existing 12 inch main 230' southwesterly ) Water order Barrymeade Drive from Lincoln Street 734 feet north- west to end Bowker Street from end of existing sewer 285 feet, more or less, southwest Grant Street from Trunk Sewer 1074 feet, more or less, southerly. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Water Order sign an order for the installation of a water main in Pelham Road, from end of existing 12 inch main 230' southwesterly. The Planning Board met with the Selectmen at 10:00 P.M. and discussed the proposed relocation of Route 128 on which the State will hold a hearing tomorrow, and retired at 10:30 P.M. , at which time the meeting ad- journed. A true record, Attest: axe tiv Cler , Select =f Copies of Sewer Orders and W=ter Order given to Mr. John J. Carroll, Superintendent of P„blit Works, and may be found in the Selectmen's Files, Sewer and Water Orders, 1960. hr �.r