Present: Edward Melanson, Chairman Harvey Nasuti, Vice-Chairman and Jack Hathaway, Member
Mr. Melanson called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. in Room 124 of the Town Hall
Mr. Melanson began with the Open Public Forum portion of the meeting and deferred to the next item on the agenda since no one from the public was in attendance.
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A motion was made by Mr. Nasuti to approve the Executive Session Meeting Minutes of August 31, 2005, Mr. Hathaway seconded, and it was so voted. A motion was made by Mr. Nasuti to approve the Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2005, Mr. Hathaway seconded, and it was so voted.
The Meeting continued with the items slated for discussion and approval. Mr. Vito provided the Board with an update of the Town of Millis Water Management Act, which included an amended document submitted by Dufresne-Henry. Mr. Melanson noted concerns with the document; also noting that the Town of Norfolk’s Bylaw for Water Restrictions may require revisions to comply with the mandates set forth in Town of Millis Water Management Act and could be discussed at a future meeting.
The Board continued to review the document and agreed to have Mr. Vito contact Dufresne-Henry to make the necessary revisions that were agreed upon. Mr. Nasuti noted that Norfolk’s water supply was the main concern and establishing the connection with the Town of Millis was a priority. Mr. Vito also noted that a regional connection between the Town of Norfolk and the Town of Franklin could be discussed in the future, which could include a discussion with regard to the future of Well #3 and/or the sale of water.
Mr. Vito continued the discussion with the issue of Well #3 and preparing a recommendation for Spring Town Meeting. The Board agreed to invite Mr. Fred Bucklin of F.W. Bucklin Appraisals, to the November 9, 2005 meeting to discuss the Well #3 appraisal. It was also suggested that the Board keep its options open for other potential uses of the Well #3 land. Mr. Nasuti expressed his concerns noting that before coming to any decision on selling, the Board would need assurances that Norfolk would have an adequate supply of water for its future needs. Mr. Vito also noted that he was reviewing other potential sources for water with Dufresne-Henry and would keep the Board informed. The Board noted once again that the priority at this point is to finalize the Town of Millis Water connection.
The meeting continued with the review of Warrant Articles submitted for Fall Town Meeting. Mr. Vito noted that the Articles were reviewed at the previous Meeting, but additional information was submitted for review with regard to account transfers in the Water Division from expenses to salaries, which would allow for increased staffing and a possible decrease in contract services. A motion was made by Mr. Hathaway to authorize the transfers as outlined by the Mr. Vito for the October Town Meeting, Mr. Nasuti seconded, and it was so voted.
Mr. Vito continued the discussion with a review of the current Water Division, Special Article Project accounts and the possibility of consolidating funds or renaming accounts. It was noted that a special article may be required to allow this process. The Board agreed to have Mr. Hathaway and Mr. Vito review what options were available and report a recommendation to the Board.
The discussion continued with the review of the RFP for Wireless Communication Sites. Mr. Melanson noted concerns with the wording in the Lease Agreement relative to accessing the premises and increasing the number of antennas. Mr. Melanson also noted that the document should include a clause stating that the installation/operation will not have a negative impact on the sites. The RFP document was also reviewed. Mr. Vito noted that a decision was need to move forward with the RFP, noting the notice was published in the Central Register on September 28, 2005, and the Department would need the documents ready for pick-up on September 30, 2005. Bid opening is scheduled for November 3, 2005. The Board agreed to have Town Counsel review Mr. Melanson’s concerns.
Mr. Hathaway noted receipt of the draft employment contract submitted by Mr. Vito which will be scheduled for discussion at the first scheduled meeting in November.
Mr. Melanson continued the meeting with a review of the meeting schedule for October, Original meeting dates were set for October 12th and October 26th, but due to Fall Town Meeting, which is scheduled for October 25th and 26th, the Board agreed to schedule a meeting for Monday, October 24th.
Mr. Melanson, Mr. Nasuti and Mr. Hathaway once again invited the public to apply to the Board of Selectmen or the Interim Board of Public Works to be considered as a candidate to fill the vacant seats on Board.
Mr. Nasuti made a motion to adjourn to meeting. Mr. Hathaway seconded, and it was so voted. The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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