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June 7, 2023
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Diana L. Bren, Neil Rhein, Brendan Roche, Michael A. Trowbridge Sr., Maureen R. Doherty
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve Article 1 Motions 1, 2 and 3 for the Fiscal Year 2024 Town Budget
To approve Article 1 Motions 1, 2 and 3 for the Fiscal Year 2024 Town Budget
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Article 1 Motions 1, 2 and 3 for the Fiscal Year 2024 Town Budget. (Roche/Rhein) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Rhein)
Approve Article 3 the Fiscal Year 2024 Mansfield Municipal Electric Department Budget
To approve Article 3 the Fiscal Year 2024 Mansfield Municipal Electric Department Budget
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Article 3 the Fiscal Year 2024 Mansfield Municipal Electric Department Budget. (Roche/Rhein) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Rhein)
Approve Article 9 the annual property tax exemptions
To approve Article 9 the annual property tax exemptions
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Article 9 the annual property tax exemptions. (Roche/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Doherty)
Approve Article 11 transfers $160,000 to Town's Compensated Absences Fund
To approve Article 11 transfers $160,000 to Town's Compensated Absences Fund
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Article 11 transfers $160,000 to Town's Compensated Absences Fund. (Roche/Rhein) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Rhein)
Disapprove Article 14 citizen petition to recall appointed board members. (Roche/Rhein) Ms. Doherty stated that the Board already voted on this. Mr. Trowbridge added that it was a different Board and
To disapprove Article 14 citizen petition to recall appointed board members. (Roche/Rhein) Ms. Doherty stated that the Board already voted on this. Mr. Trowbridge added that it was a different Board and thought that the word should be support instead of disapprove. Mr. Roche then amended his motion. Motion: To support Article 14 the citizen petition to recall appointed board members. (Roche/Rhein) Ms. Doherty then asked if the Board usually votes on Citizen petitions. Ms. Bren said it is helpful so that residents know how the Board voted and Mr. Trowbridge said there have been times when the Board has not depending a eae acre eines rea Select Board Meeting Minutes June 7, 2023 on its affect on the Town. He said this article changes the jurisdiction of the Select Board basically because there is a small group of people who disagree with a decision of the Zoning Board or the mask mandate by the Board of Health. Fails 0:5 4. Discussion of a Summer Schedule for Select Board Meetings The Board discussed the summer months and decided to eliminate the meeting that falls the day after the Fourth of July holiday, July 5%, Motion: To not have a Select Board meeting on July 5, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: To disapprove Article 14 citizen petition to recall appointed board members. (Roche/Rhein) Ms. Doherty stated that the Board already voted on this. Mr. Trowbridge added that it was a different Board and thought that the word should be support instead of disapprove. Mr. Roche then amended his motion. Motion: To support Article 14 the citizen petition to recall appointed board members. (Roche/Rhein) Ms. Doherty then asked if the Board usually votes on Citizen petitions. Ms. Bren said it is helpful so that residents know how the Board voted and Mr. Trowbridge said there have been times when the Board has not depending a eae acre eines rea Select Board Meeting Minutes June 7, 2023 on its affect on the Town. He said this article changes the jurisdiction of the Select Board basically because there is a small group of people who disagree with a decision of the Zoning Board or the mask mandate by the Board of Health. Fails 0:5 4. Discussion of a Summer Schedule for Select Board Meetings The Board discussed the summer months and decided to eliminate the meeting that falls the day after the Fourth of July holiday, July 5%, Motion: To not have a Select Board meeting on July 5, 2023. (Rhein/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Rhein, second: Doherty)
Appoint Maureen Doherty as the Select Board member to serve on the Bristol County Advisory Board
To appoint Maureen Doherty as the Select Board member to serve on the Bristol County Advisory Board
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Maureen Doherty as the Select Board member to serve on the Bristol County Advisory Board. (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve the changes to House Bill 3828 for the State Petition for Additional Site-Specific Alcohol License at 30 Reservoir Street
To approve the changes to House Bill 3828 for the State Petition for Additional Site-Specific Alcohol License at 30 Reservoir Street
Yes: Bren, Rhein, Roche, TrowbridgeAbstained: Doherty
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve the changes to House Bill 3828 for the State Petition for Additional Site-Specific Alcohol License at 30 Reservoir Street. (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 4:0:1 (Doherty-Abstained.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve and sign the Inter the Intermunicipal Agreement by and Between the Town of Mansfield and the Town of Norton for Municipal Water and Sewer Service in Certain portions of Mansfield as presented.
To approve and sign the Inter the Intermunicipal Agreement by and Between the Town of Mansfield and the Town of Norton for Municipal Water and Sewer Service in Certain portions of Mansfield as presented. (Roche/Doherty} Passes 5:0 | 9. Discussion and Consideration to Reappoint Mr. Matthew Teixeira Motion: To reappoint Mr. Matthew Teixeira to Mansfield Foxboro Norton Wastewater District to a three-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. (Roche/Trowbridge) Mr. Trowbridge stated that this is not a chartered commission and he and Mr. Jess Aptowitz serve on the commission along with Mr. Teixeira. He added that Mansfield has three voting seats and the other communities have two. Passes 5:0 10. Town Manager's Report > June Newsletter > Resilience Cities Conference > Bond Counsel > Annual Town Report > Training for New Select Board Members and Moderator > PFAS Projects Update > State Budget Earmark Fiscal Year 2024 > COPS Grant Application > Harry B. Chase Jr. Place Update > North Main Street Fire Station > Economic Development Update Select Board Questions and Comments on Town Manager's Report Mr. Dumas stated that tomorrow night the Pride event will be indoors at 6PM at the Community Room at Public Safety. Mr. Roche asked for clarification as to whether it was the library or public safety and Ms. Sally Fehervari was present and confirmed that it was being held in the Community Room at the Library. Mr. Dumas then stated that he will be having the Article Review Meeting on Monday, June 12" and that it was being held in person, on cable and virtually. Mr. Dumas continued the report stating that Katelyn Gonyer, Environmental Planner and Josh Reinke, DPW Director joined him in attending an invite only conference with attendees across the country on preparation for climate adaptation. Next in his report he stated that the Town has moved with Hinkley Allen for Bond Counsel Service which will save the Town on borrowing costs and provide solid advice on municipal projects. He then noted that the Community Newsletter is getting about 600 hits online and he has mmm es Select Board Meeting Minutes June 7, 2023 received positive feedback on the newsletter. He then thanked Ms. Nancy Griffin for her work on creating this monthly publication and added that it is high quality and also thanked those that provide content for it. He provided a save the date for the Welcome to Mansfield night on Wednesday, October 25", and noted that this event is for all new residents to come and meet representatives from Town departments and that Saturday, June 17™ 8AM to 12 Noon is the Annual Household Hazardous Waste Day at DPW Highway, 500 East Street. Mr. Dumas then stated that Town Counsel did train the two new Select Board members and Town Moderator. He then provided a PFAS update and thanked Senator Feeney for an Earmark for a Downtown improvement project that Mr. Chris McDermott is working on with the Industrial Development Committee. Mr. Dumas then stated that there is a small issue that arose with the North Main Fire Station, the property showed up on the Massachusetts Cultural Information System that needs historic clearance, but it will not require any special state or federal approval. Mr. Dumas then stated that there is mandatory Phase One water restrictions by the state. He then stated that the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee met and their next meetings are going to be on June 26" and July 18°, Mr. Dumas then concluded his Town Manager report with an update on Harry B. Chase Jr. Place, the Downtown Committee and a COPS grant. Mr. Trowbridge thanked Mr, Rhein for his persistence on the Newsletter and then asked about the marijuana grow facility and Mr. LaCasse responded that he had no update other than he has been in contact with the applicant and that the applicant is aware of the status of his special permits. Mr. Rhein asked about bond counsel and how it saves the Town on borrowing. Mr. Dumas responded that it is the cost for their service which get wrapped into the cost of the loan. He then stated that he is glad to see that the Community Newsletter is getting read. He stated that he signed up for the alert for the newsletter and he did get notified when the new issue was posted. Mr. Rhein then asked about having a possible Downtown summer event at Fulton's Pond and Mr. Dumas responded that it will be a small event on August 23, He | stated the paddle boats will be out and the event will be 6-8PM, there will be music and a special events application will be coming before the Board at a future meeting. Mr. Rhein then commented that there is a | Household Hazardous Waste Day on June 17" and residents should not bring latex paint, it can be placed in the regular trash after a thickening agent like kitty litter is added to the can. | Ms. Doherty asked about paper copies of the Newsletter for the COA and Mr. Dumas responded that there will be. She then asked about the Welcome to Mansfield night on October 25" and is it an opportunity to have | board and committee information. Ms. Champagne responded that she brings that information and uses it as a | speaking point with the residents at the event. Ms. Doherty then asked about the PFAS mitigation money and if | the Town is looking into those options. Mr. Dumas responded that the Town is part of a class action suit. | Mr. Roche asked if Board and Committee information could be available at Town Meeting and Mr. Dumas | responded that the Town Clerk is in charge of the materials and there are some rules around that, but will ! inquire. Mr. Roche then asked if there was anything that has stood out as part of the Resilience conference he | is at and Mr. Dumas responded that while towns are trying to be green and have electric charging stations | every fifty miles there is not a one size fits all solution and second there is not enough supply if everyone had | an electric vehicle the grid would fail and third that regional opportunities are important. Ms. Doherty asked if SRPEDD is a resource and Mr. Dumas stated they are a good partner with the Town and help with projects. | Ms. Bren asked how long the Harry B. Chase Jr, Place will take to complete and Mr. Dumas stated if the materials all come in on time it should be completed by the end of the year. | 11. Select Board Member Committee and Liaison Updates | Mr. Roche and Mr. Trowbridge did not have any updates. 2 Select Board Meeting Minutes | June 7, 2023 Ms. Doherty stated that she attended the Council on Aging breakfast on Saturday at the Elks and that she will be attending the next Municipal Building Committee meeting. Mr. Rhein stated that the Downtown Committee has done great things with the Downtown and it is great to see the progress of the former Fales Fuel Site and it will be great when the bike path is extended. Ms. Bren stated that the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will be meeting on June 26" and July 18" as Mr. Dumas noted in his report. 12. Resident Questions and Comments There were no resident questions or comments. 13. Review and Approve Consent Agenda All items on the Consent Agenda may be adopted with a single motion. Any member of the Select Board may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration in which case that item will be voted on separately from the remainder of the Consent Agenda. All licenses have been routed through Town Hall Departments and any conditions have been noted below. A. Vote to Approve Meeting Minutes: * May 24, 2023 B. Vote to Approve Warrants: * Town Vendor Warrant No. 23048T in the amount of $464,523.33 * Electric Vendor Warrant No. 23048E in the amount of $15,075.63 * Electric Vendor Warrant No, 230485 in the amount of $582,499.35 * Town Vendor Warrant No. 23049T in the amount of $95,148.47 * Electric Vendor Warrant No, 23049 in the amount of $1,919,565.42 C. Consideration of Permits and Licenses: * Consideration of Special Events Application for Annual Motorcycle and Car Show at the Mansfield Airport * Consideration of Special Events Application for Shawmut Ave Block Party D. Consideration of Banner and Certificates and Proclamations: * Troop 17 100* Celebration Motion: To approve the consent agenda
Yes: Doherty, Rhein, Roche, TrowbridgeAbstained: Bren
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve and sign the Inter the Intermunicipal Agreement by and Between the Town of Mansfield and the Town of Norton for Municipal Water and Sewer Service in Certain portions of Mansfield as presented. (Roche/Doherty} Passes 5:0 | 9. Discussion and Consideration to Reappoint Mr. Matthew Teixeira Motion: To reappoint Mr. Matthew Teixeira to Mansfield Foxboro Norton Wastewater District to a three-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. (Roche/Trowbridge) Mr. Trowbridge stated that this is not a chartered commission and he and Mr. Jess Aptowitz serve on the commission along with Mr. Teixeira. He added that Mansfield has three voting seats and the other communities have two. Passes 5:0 10. Town Manager's Report > June Newsletter > Resilience Cities Conference > Bond Counsel > Annual Town Report > Training for New Select Board Members and Moderator > PFAS Projects Update > State Budget Earmark Fiscal Year 2024 > COPS Grant Application > Harry B. Chase Jr. Place Update > North Main Street Fire Station > Economic Development Update Select Board Questions and Comments on Town Manager's Report Mr. Dumas stated that tomorrow night the Pride event will be indoors at 6PM at the Community Room at Public Safety. Mr. Roche asked for clarification as to whether it was the library or public safety and Ms. Sally Fehervari was present and confirmed that it was being held in the Community Room at the Library. Mr. Dumas then stated that he will be having the Article Review Meeting on Monday, June 12" and that it was being held in person, on cable and virtually. Mr. Dumas continued the report stating that Katelyn Gonyer, Environmental Planner and Josh Reinke, DPW Director joined him in attending an invite only conference with attendees across the country on preparation for climate adaptation. Next in his report he stated that the Town has moved with Hinkley Allen for Bond Counsel Service which will save the Town on borrowing costs and provide solid advice on municipal projects. He then noted that the Community Newsletter is getting about 600 hits online and he has mmm es Select Board Meeting Minutes June 7, 2023 received positive feedback on the newsletter. He then thanked Ms. Nancy Griffin for her work on creating this monthly publication and added that it is high quality and also thanked those that provide content for it. He provided a save the date for the Welcome to Mansfield night on Wednesday, October 25", and noted that this event is for all new residents to come and meet representatives from Town departments and that Saturday, June 17™ 8AM to 12 Noon is the Annual Household Hazardous Waste Day at DPW Highway, 500 East Street. Mr. Dumas then stated that Town Counsel did train the two new Select Board members and Town Moderator. He then provided a PFAS update and thanked Senator Feeney for an Earmark for a Downtown improvement project that Mr. Chris McDermott is working on with the Industrial Development Committee. Mr. Dumas then stated that there is a small issue that arose with the North Main Fire Station, the property showed up on the Massachusetts Cultural Information System that needs historic clearance, but it will not require any special state or federal approval. Mr. Dumas then stated that there is mandatory Phase One water restrictions by the state. He then stated that the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee met and their next meetings are going to be on June 26" and July 18°, Mr. Dumas then concluded his Town Manager report with an update on Harry B. Chase Jr. Place, the Downtown Committee and a COPS grant. Mr. Trowbridge thanked Mr, Rhein for his persistence on the Newsletter and then asked about the marijuana grow facility and Mr. LaCasse responded that he had no update other than he has been in contact with the applicant and that the applicant is aware of the status of his special permits. Mr. Rhein asked about bond counsel and how it saves the Town on borrowing. Mr. Dumas responded that it is the cost for their service which get wrapped into the cost of the loan. He then stated that he is glad to see that the Community Newsletter is getting read. He stated that he signed up for the alert for the newsletter and he did get notified when the new issue was posted. Mr. Rhein then asked about having a possible Downtown summer event at Fulton's Pond and Mr. Dumas responded that it will be a small event on August 23, He | stated the paddle boats will be out and the event will be 6-8PM, there will be music and a special events application will be coming before the Board at a future meeting. Mr. Rhein then commented that there is a | Household Hazardous Waste Day on June 17" and residents should not bring latex paint, it can be placed in the regular trash after a thickening agent like kitty litter is added to the can. | Ms. Doherty asked about paper copies of the Newsletter for the COA and Mr. Dumas responded that there will be. She then asked about the Welcome to Mansfield night on October 25" and is it an opportunity to have | board and committee information. Ms. Champagne responded that she brings that information and uses it as a | speaking point with the residents at the event. Ms. Doherty then asked about the PFAS mitigation money and if | the Town is looking into those options. Mr. Dumas responded that the Town is part of a class action suit. | Mr. Roche asked if Board and Committee information could be available at Town Meeting and Mr. Dumas | responded that the Town Clerk is in charge of the materials and there are some rules around that, but will ! inquire. Mr. Roche then asked if there was anything that has stood out as part of the Resilience conference he | is at and Mr. Dumas responded that while towns are trying to be green and have electric charging stations | every fifty miles there is not a one size fits all solution and second there is not enough supply if everyone had | an electric vehicle the grid would fail and third that regional opportunities are important. Ms. Doherty asked if SRPEDD is a resource and Mr. Dumas stated they are a good partner with the Town and help with projects. | Ms. Bren asked how long the Harry B. Chase Jr, Place will take to complete and Mr. Dumas stated if the materials all come in on time it should be completed by the end of the year. | 11. Select Board Member Committee and Liaison Updates | Mr. Roche and Mr. Trowbridge did not have any updates. 2 Select Board Meeting Minutes | June 7, 2023 Ms. Doherty stated that she attended the Council on Aging breakfast on Saturday at the Elks and that she will be attending the next Municipal Building Committee meeting. Mr. Rhein stated that the Downtown Committee has done great things with the Downtown and it is great to see the progress of the former Fales Fuel Site and it will be great when the bike path is extended. Ms. Bren stated that the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will be meeting on June 26" and July 18" as Mr. Dumas noted in his report. 12. Resident Questions and Comments There were no resident questions or comments. 13. Review and Approve Consent Agenda All items on the Consent Agenda may be adopted with a single motion. Any member of the Select Board may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration in which case that item will be voted on separately from the remainder of the Consent Agenda. All licenses have been routed through Town Hall Departments and any conditions have been noted below. A. Vote to Approve Meeting Minutes: * May 24, 2023 B. Vote to Approve Warrants: * Town Vendor Warrant No. 23048T in the amount of $464,523.33 * Electric Vendor Warrant No. 23048E in the amount of $15,075.63 * Electric Vendor Warrant No, 230485 in the amount of $582,499.35 * Town Vendor Warrant No. 23049T in the amount of $95,148.47 * Electric Vendor Warrant No, 23049 in the amount of $1,919,565.42 C. Consideration of Permits and Licenses: * Consideration of Special Events Application for Annual Motorcycle and Car Show at the Mansfield Airport * Consideration of Special Events Application for Shawmut Ave Block Party D. Consideration of Banner and Certificates and Proclamations: * Troop 17 100* Celebration Motion: To approve the consent agenda. (Roche/Rhein) Passes 4:0:1 (Bren-Abstained.” (Motion: Roche, second: Rhein)
Approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23047PT in the amount of $459,498.99
To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23047PT in the amount of $459,498.99
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23047PT in the amount of $459,498.99, (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 23047PS in the amount of $2,297,039.91
To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 23047PS in the amount of $2,297,039.91
Yes: Bren, Rhein, RocheAbstained: Doherty, Trowbridge
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 23047PS in the amount of $2,297,039.91. (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 3:0:2 (Trowbridge and Doherty Abstained.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23048PT in the amount of $596,781.82
To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23048PT in the amount of $596,781.82
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 23048PT in the amount of $596,781.82. (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23048TV in the amount of $221,748.58. )
To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23048TV in the amount of $221,748.58. )
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23048TV in the amount of $221,748.58. ) (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23049TV in the amount of $142,452.41
To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23049TV in the amount of $142,452.41
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Town Deductions Vendor Payroll 23049TV in the amount of $142,452.41 (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 23049SV in the amount of $836,998.65
To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 23049SV in the amount of $836,998.65
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve School Deductions Vendor Payroll 23049SV in the amount of $836,998.65. (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
Approve the Special Events application for the Mansfield Cultural Council
To approve the Special Events application for the Mansfield Cultural Council
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve the Special Events application for the Mansfield Cultural Council. (Roche/Trowbridge) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Roche, second: Trowbridge)
From the Mansfield Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every count against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Member photos: Mark Corsillo from his campaign website; Kostas Loukos from The Sun Chronicle; Brendan Roche from Run for Something; Walter Wilk from The Sun Chronicle (March 2024); Michael Feck cropped from a captioned submitted photo in The Sun Chronicle (September 2026).
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