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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1959-06-08-BOS-min 171 SELECTMEN 'S MEETING June 8, 1959 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, June 8, 1959, at 7:30 P.M.* Mr. John J. Carroll, Superintendent 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 Monday, June 1, 1959. Mr. Carroll reported that he had received a let- ter from the Burlington Water Commissioners advising that they intend to install water lines on Muller Road Burlington in Burlington in 1960 at which time they will take over water the services now taking water from the Town of Lexing- ton. Mr. Carroll reported that there will be a delay in opeiaitng bids for street construction, originally scheduled for June 15th. He explained that an ad- dendum is being sent out and the bids will be opened June 22nd. Mr. Adams reported that he had looked at the brook at the rear of Mr. Durso's property on Patterson Road, about which the Patriots Forest Civic Association wrote , and reported that there was only about an inch of water in it and it was not stagnant. Drainage Mr. James reported that he also looked at it and discussed it with a Town Meeting Member who is a neigh- bor. Mr. James advised him that there is nothing the Board can do because it does not have an easement through the Ross property and if the situation became serious enough for the Board to take some action, the Town would have to assume the liability for the entire Ross pro- perty. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health advising that the amount of work in that department has increased to the extent that another girl working half Board of a day each week is needed. It was also suggested that Health a man, perhaps from the Public Works Department, could be assigned one half of each working day to help Mr. Lurvey. -*Chairman Maloney, Messrs . James and Adams were present 172 Pr rD Cr Mr. Adams asked if the situation has changed so radically in three months and suggested that the Board of Health be invited in to discuss the situation. Petition was received from the Boston Edison Com- pany and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Com- Pole pany for permission to locate one pole on Lowell Street. location The proposed location was approved by Mr. Carroll, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the following j/o pole location: Lowell Street, westerly side, approximately 395 feet south of North Street, -- One pole. (One existing j/o pole to be removed. ) Petition was received from the Boston Edison Com- pany and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Com- Anchor guy pany for permission to maintain one anchor guy and one and pole pole on Asbury Street location Mr. Carroll explained that the pole was moved when the sewer and water mains were installed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing j/o anchor guy and pole location: Asbury Street running from Balfour Street. Notice was received from the State Department of Public Works approving the amendment to the Traffic Traffic Rules and Regulations by adding to Article V, Section Rules & 2 (No Parking) a new section "On the easterlyside of Reg. Hill- Street from Diana Lane northeasterly 1 }00' - " The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Fire Commissioners in regard to the parking situation on Bedford Street and Harrington Way. The Commissioners suggested the following: Traffic On Bedford Street coming from the Fire Station and going toward the center, no parking on the right-hand side from the garage to Harrington Way; on the opposite side , coming from the center to the station, no parking 100 feet back from Harrington Way. No parking on the Hancock Street side of Harrington Way on either side ; and no park- ing on Hancock Street as far back as the railroad tracks 17% On Harrington Way, going toward the Unitarian Church, no parking for at least 100 feet on either side . The rest of the way to Massachusetts Avenue parking one side only. It was agreed to submit the suggestions to the Traffic Study Committee for consideration and report. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Gordon Robinson reporting that a car was driven across the landscaped triangle at Hancock and Revere Streets . He suggested installation of low, ornamental, rustic wood fencing. Hancock & The Board felt that the only answer to the problem Revere St. would be installation of curbing for which no provision triangle was made in this year' s budget . Mr. Carroll estimated that curbing would cost about $1500 and the Board agreed to leave the area as it is . The Chairman read a letter from Mr. John MacNeil requesting the Board to consider acquiring land in the rear of the Lexington Railroad Station from Mr. Cataldo for parking facilities . Mr. Adams reported that he thought the area was Parking needed for parking and not for tenants in the adjacent facilities buildings. He said that Mr. Cataldo mentioned $50,000 for 100,000 square feet. The Chairman reported that Mr. Snow has talked to Mr. Cat&ldo and was told that when the time came that the Planning Board wanted to acquire the property, to let Mr. Cataldo know. Mr. Adams suggested that a letter be sent to the Planning Board stating that if the Board has started discussion on the subject to carry it on. Decision relative to the request from the Battle Green Inn for a marquee was held over until all members Marquee of the Board are present. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Carroll, Town Treasurer, listing bids he received on a loan of $500,000 in anticipation of taxes. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Loan to approve the bid of 2.02% submitted by the Lexington Trust Company. The Chairman read a letter from J. Edgar Hoover, of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, advising that he had presented Lieutenant James Francis Corr, Jr. , 114 C; ec a diploma certifying his successful completion of the course of training at the Sixty-third Session of the FBI National Academy. Mr. Stevens, Town Counsel, arrived at the meeting at 8:00 P.M. Mr. Stevens said that he had an Order of Taking to be executed and Mr. Carroll explained that it would complete the easements to be taken on the Raytheon sewer. He presented a plan entitled "Proposed Sewer Easement Off Northern Circumferential Highway (Route 128)" and ad- vised that people whose property is involved have been Raytheon contacted and there are no objections. He reported that sewer Mr. Supria and Mr. Venuti went to connect to thetrunk sewer. There will be an Order for the construction of a sewer in Lincoln Street prepared and betterments will be assessed He also advised that it will be necessary to have an easement through the Venuti land. He said that even if Raytheon did not build, there would be use for the sewer for the Barrymeade Drive, Shade Street and Ca Avenue � Cary areas . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to extend to the general vicinity of the intersection of Shade and Weston Streets the sanitary sewer that it was voted to extend under Article )4 of the warrant for the 1958 Annual Town Meeting, and sign a temporary construction easement for use in constructing the sewer to be installed in the permanent easement described in the order. Mr. Carroll reported that Itek hopes to occupy a portion of its building by December 31st. He advised Itek that he would try and have the construction started Itek sewer in August or September if their plans advanced to the point where they were definitely going ahead. They hope to start construction some time in July. Mr. Stevens said he had instruments for extending until July 15th the time for passing papers on a number Extension of acquisitions; Hillcrest Village ; Mark Moore ; Todd of time on Realty; Swenson& s parcel on Marrett Road He reported land acquisi-that he has five out of seven on Middleby Road, and tions was told he would have the others tomorrow. He explained that there has been a little diffi- culty involving G.I . mortgakes and something has to be worked out, possibly a taking may help. However, he will find out about it. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign instruments, prepared by Mr. Stevens, extending until July 15th the time for passing papers on the above-mentioned properties . 175 Mr. Stevens referred to letter from Mr. Tropeano asking for a waiver of sewer betterments on Lot C , Waltham Street. He said he was assured by Mr. Tropeano that this would be the last request. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Sewer bet- to make no connection charge in lieu of betterments on torment Lot C shown on a plan entitled "Plan of Land in Lexing- Lot C ton, Mass. Scale 1"= 40' April 28, 1959, Albert A. Waltham St . Miller, Wilbur C . Nylander, Civil Engr's. & Surveyors, Lexington, Mass." The Chairman read a letter from Stephen T. Russian advising that he has been engaged as attorney for Mr. and Mrs . Benjamin White, to recover damages sustained Claim by them as a result of easements taken by the Town in, through and under Lot 22, Peacock Farm Road. Mr. Stevens said he had received a copy of thelet- ter. Letter was received from the Planning Board rela- tive to Lot 11, Holton Road - Lexington Construction Co. , Inc . , a copy of which was mailed to the members of the Board. Mr. James suggested that the Town acquire the parcel of land before any action in regard to its use is taken Tax title by the Board. Mr. Stevens advised that he would draw up an option to acquire it for $3 .13 which the Planning Board will have signed by the Lexington Construction Co. , Inc . Fol- lowing that, the Baird of Selectmen can vote to acquire the land. Mr. Adams reported two complaints relative to en- forcement of Zoning By-Laws; one from John Shine of Utica Street against Trehino and one by Hanson against Mahoney Bros. on Massachusetts Avenue . The Chairman stated that Mahoney Bros. do not park Zoning their trucks on the avenue any more . Mr. Adams said these two instances had been called to his attention and he was bringing them up before the Board. Mr. James reported that a junk business is being conducted on the so-called Head property, 10 Westminster Zoning Avenue, and it was agreed to request Mr. Irwin to in- vestigate . n- vestigate . Further consideration was given to Custom Colonials, Inc. 's offer of $150 for tax title lot 24, block 33, Tax title Avon Street. A proposal to sell was advertised in the 176 C: May 28, 1959 issue of theLexington Minute-man, and no persons contacted the Selectmen's Office as a result of the advertisement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sell lot 2L , block 33, Avon Street to Custom Colonials, Inc . for $150.00. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Dog to sign a Warrant to the Dog Officer to catch and eon- Warrant fine and to kill or sell all unlicensed dogs as re- quired by Chapter 140, Section 151A, General Laws. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to renew the following Guide licenses: Licenses Ann Gustin 50 Bloomfield Street Eric Handley 1888 Massachusetts Avenue Mr. James reported that Mr. Philip Knox called him one night last week. He had met with Mr. Lloyd Tax title and Mr. Lloyd' s attorney. Mr.Knox deeded two lots to Lloyd and was ready to receive his deed from the Town. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted not to hold a Selectmen' s Meeting on Monday, July 6th. Messrs . Stevens and Carroll retired at 8:50 P.M. ' Mrs . Jean Wanless, Chairman of the Recreation Com- mittee , met with the Board . She explained th't the Appropriatinn Committee would like to have something in writing from the Select- men approving the program proposed for retarded children. She explained that there is a need in Lexington for a Transfer Summer program for these children, involving a budget of for Re- $800 half of which would be reimbursed by the State . An creation interested individual has raised 01+00 and the Recreation Committee Committee wants $100 from the Reserve Fund. Mr. Adams inquired as to the number of children in- volved and Mrs . Wanless replied that a registration has not been requested, but there are thirty in the school system. The Committee is considering a nine weekpro- gram, $50 for a trained worker, two assistants at $1.00 per hour plus supplies . She advised that transportation will be provided by the families, and the School Depart- ment has given permission to use two schools . The Chairman said he thought the Selectmen would approve the proposed program. Mrs . Wanless explained that the request came through the Association for Retarded Children and the program now in operation in Concord is too full to take any children from Lexington. Mrs. Wanless retired at 9:00 P.M. 177 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer 00 from the Reserve Fund to the Recreation Committee Expenses' Budget for the purpose of conducting a Summer Program for retarded children. Mr. Adams said that Mr. Lauritz Lauritzen, Danish by birth, is a very good citizen of this country. Dur- ing the war, after he lost his son, he became interested in the People to People program and has entertained many Danish students, and others, here in his home . About two years ago, he went to Denmark as a guest of the Danish government and he is going over again this year. Each year in a village there they celebrate the 4th of July, and usually have a very outstanding speaker. This year he is going to be the speaker. Mr. Lauritzen would like to take something from Lexington to give the people over there . Mr. Gustin is giving him a Lex- ington tray and a Tricorns hat. Mr. Lauritzen went in to see the Governor; and John Powers gave him a gavel and a letter from the Governor. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to send greetings from the Town of Lexington to the Danish people . Mr. Adams said he thought Mr Gustin had definitely made up his mind not to continme serving on the Town Celebrations Committee and he thought Mr. Bentley Hutchins does not intend to continue . Mr. James suggested that Mr. Gustin should be asked Town to carry on with the programs he has under way. Celebrations The meeting adjourned at 9:03 P.M. A true record, Attest: Ycee ive erk, Selec . { .d I