MINUTES OF THE SELECTMEN’S MEETING

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

PRESENT: Arthur P. Boyle, Jr. (Chairman), Donal P. Anderson (Vice-Chairman), Willard J. Boulter, Jr. (Clerk), Lewis W. Stone (Selectmen), Daniel W. Trabucco (Selectman), Edwin J. Thorne, Town Administrator, Diane M. Tobin (Executive Assistant), Becca Manning (Pembroke Express), Steve Annear (Reporter/Mariner), John Mattinson (Cable), and others.

The chairman opened the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mr. Boulter moved, seconded by Mr. Stone, to go into executive session to discuss contract negotiations with the school department administration.

Roll call vote: Boulter, yes – Anderson, yes – Trabucco, yes – Stone, yes – Boyle, yes

The Selectmen moved into the Employee Lounge for executive session discussion.

At 7:15, the Selectmen came back into open session to continue the regular portion of the Selectmen’s meeting. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

DPW WATER DIVISION: A notice was received from the DPW Water Division that they are experiencing problems with the change over from Potassium Hydoxide to Sodium Hydroxide for PH adjustments for corrosion control. This can cause blue water and green staining of fixtures in the home. The Water Division recommends running water through the pipes to remove any stagnant water.

Also, the Fall System-wide Flushing Maintenance program started today and will last approximately 8 weeks. Hydrant flushing will be conducted from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Water may be rusty during this program.

LIBRARY DIRECTOR: Deborah Wall asked to fill a full-time position that will become vacant soon. Presumably a promotion from within will be made and then she would have a part-time position to fill. Both are funded in the current budget and a new person would start at the first step. She explained the tasks of the full time position and its impact on library services if it were not filled.

Mr. Stone moved, seconded by Mr. Boulter, to grant the Library Director’s request as put forth to fill the full-time Library Technician positions and if a part-time employee is promoted, then that part-time position may be appointed. Vote: 4-1

In favor: Stone, Trabucco, Boulter, Boyle Opposed: Anderson

VETERANS’ AGENT: It was noted that some area towns already share the services of a Veterans’ Agent. Marshfield expressed interest in sharing the position with Pembroke but they want the main office to be in Marshfield with only two days dedicated to Pembroke. Mr. Anderson feels that Pembroke should have its own agent and if other towns wanted to share his/her services it could be considered. We have a higher number of veterans in Pembroke than there are in Marshfield. Mr. Anderson feels our veterans would be sold short if we do not have our own agent available to them. Mr. Boulter and

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Mr. Stone agreed with Mr. Anderson. Mr. Trabucco noted that he finds the sentiment he is receiving from townspeople is to keep the agent in Pembroke and stated that his decision will be based on what is the best service for the town and not just to save money.

Mr. Boyle suggested that Mr. Anderson and Mr. Trabucco should team up with Town Administrator Thorne to review the applications and schedule discussion for next Monday night’s meeting.

LIQUOR LICENSE PUBLIC HEARING/BRYANTVILLE PIZZA KITCHEN: Notice of the advertised public hearing was read by the Chairman at 7:25 p.m. In attendance were Cory Luongo, manager and John Sullivan, attorney for the applicant.

Selectman Boulter asked about the need for an alcohol license where so many young people frequent. Chairman Boyle inquired about any quota on these licenses but Pembroke has no quota on restaurant liquor licenses. There is a quota on retail package store licenses. Atty. Sullivan reported to the Board that the applicant, Mr. Luongo, previously operated a retail package store in the city with no violations. He is now requesting this license to serve beverages in his pizza shop. Mr. Luongo explained that the cooler will be behind the counter and only served by age appropriate servers. He is aware of the liability. Mr. Boulter noted that these licenses are reviewed yearly and could be revoked if there were any problems. There were no others present to speak in behalf of nor in opposition to this application. Selectman Boyle disclosed that he, in his capacity as the Constable of the town, has had the occasion to serve papers to Mr. Luongo on a totally unrelated subject. Selectman Anderson recused himself from the discussion and vote on this application because of a personal conflict.

Mr. Stone moved, seconded by Mr. Boulter, to grant a Common Vicutaler Wine & Malt Beverages License to Josephine Corp. d/b/a Bryantville Pizza Kitchen at 8 Main Street. Restrictions: All servers must be TIPS certified and copies of the certifications shall be submitted to the Selectmen’s Office for the files, and the hours of operation will be 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. VOTE: 4-0-1

In favor: Stone, Boulter, Trabucco, Boyle Opposed: None Abstained: Anderson

PROPOSED SIGN BY-LAW: Building Inspectors George Verry and Tony Marino were in attendance and explained to the Selectmen that they had met with Mr. Anderson and Mr. Boulter last week and discussed their proposed changes. At this time, they are suggesting to amend the existing bylaw by changing all references to the Board of Selectmen and make it read Building Inspector, thus eliminating the need for sign permits to come before the Board of Selectmen. It will also provide the avenue of grievances to go to the Zoning Board of Appeals. This process is consistent with other area towns since zoning bylaws are enforced by the Building Inspector. A public hearing would be held by the Planning Board before any zoning changes go to the Town Meeting for approval.

. Mr. Stone is in favor of the Building Inspector having the authority to grant sign permits without the Selectmen’s approval. Mr. Boulter requested that the Building Inspector stay with what the bylaw says now regarding the 30 day temporary signs being

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okay for six times a year. Mr. Trabucco noted that this change to put the Building Inspector as the approving authority would make the rules black and white for everyone and the departments should give the Building Inspector back up and support. Mr. Anderson agrees that this would be a more efficient way to have signs approved in a more timely manner.

Mr. Boulter proposed that no banners be allowed across the roads until there are proper supports installed for this purpose. Mr. Andesron also suggested that banners not be allowed to traverse any public way until the Building Inspector has found a safe way to display them. Dan also suggested that orders of condition could be imposed when they get approved.

MINUTES: As the minutes of Aug. 31 were not yet complete, the Selectmen will table approval until next week.

VETERAN’S GRAVES OFFICER: The Selectmen voted with regret to accept the resignation of James Saccone as the Veterans’ Graves Officer.

ROADSIDE STAND PERMIT: The Selectmen voted to approve the request of the Kiwanis for a permit to sell Christmas Trees at Reed Hollow Farm on Center Street from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday and from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday from November 28 through December 25, 2009. Proceeds go to the support of the Pembroke High School Key Club Scholarship.

SIGN APPLICATIONS PERMITS:

The Selectmen gave approval for a temporary sign for the Friends of the Council on Aging to be placed on Center Street from Sept. 21 thruogh Oct. 3 to advertise a Craft Fair at the Senior Center on October 3, 2009 from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm.

Approval was granted to New England Freshwater Marine for a permanent, standing sign measuring 6’ x 4’ at 447 Washington Street.

BOY SCOUTS PACK MEETING: Approval was granted to Pack 43 to have their monthly pack meeting at the Town Landing on Friday, Sept. 18 from 5:30 pm to 9;30 p.m. with a bonfire. They have a rain date of Sept. 19^th and they have already cleared the bonfire with the Fire Chief.

SOUTH PAWS DOGGIE DAY CARE: The Selectmen voted unanimously in favor to grant an extension of time for the display of a temporary sign for a promotional event from 20 to 30 days as reconsidered by the Building Inspector.

RETIREMENT PARTY: Mr. Boyle reminded viewers that there will be a retirement party for Firefighter Michael Christie on Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Kingsbury Club.

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RECREATION COMMISSION/SKATEBOARD PARK: Mary Ann Flynn and Matthew Newman were present to talk about the Recreation Commission’s vote to submit an article to the Fall Town Meeting to locate the skateboard park in the center of town.

Mary Ann explained that the Recreation Commission read about the discussion at the previous week’s Selectmen’s meeting with the landfill engineer and the proposal to locate the skateboard park at the landfill when it is capped. She says the topic of the skateboard park has been a long process, much research has been done, and information has been gathered from other towns. They feel it is important to be located near the center with people around in the case of emergencies, and with access for the kids to convenience stores for sodas and snacks. The Commission feels that the playground equipment could be relocated and the skate park could be built there behind the Community Center. They do not want the park in a distant location from the center. No money will be requested with the article at town meeting

Selectman Boulter stated that he is not opposed to a skateboard park but he noted that his experience has been that the skateboarders in the center have been a nuisance to businesses and patrons. We also have to look at what will happen in the future as far as growth in the center and the potential growth and expansion of a recreational area for skateboarding and a BMX bike park. Ms. Flynn stated that Recreation met with Conservation and agreed not to expand.

The Board of Selectmen will schedule a public meeting on their agenda of September 28^th for discussion of the location with the focus on locating the park behind the Community Center. The Recreation Commission will bring visuals and the Library, Council on Aging, Police Dept., and surrounding businesses should be notified. If the Selectmen vote to decide to locate the park in the center, then there will be no need for an article.

OLD BUSINESS:

300^th Anniversary: Meeting Tuesday, Sept. 15^th at the Pembroke Country Club at 7:00 p.m.

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT:

Mr. Thorne advised that a “constituent complaint form” has been developed for their approval.

RETIREMENT NOTIFICATION: Chief Michael Ohrenberger advised the Selectmen of the retirement of Sgt. Charles Mulrain effective Sept. 26, 2009 after 35 years of service on the Pembroke Police Department. The Selectmen acknowledged the exemplary service of Mr. Mulrain, noting especially that he was always a gentleman, and wished him all the best in his retirement.

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ASK THE SELECTMEN: Mr. Stone offered the following update on truck traffic:

EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mr. Anderson moved, seconded by Mr. Boulter, to go into executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

Roll call vote: Stone, yes – Trabucco, yes – Anderson, yes – Boulter, yes – Boyle, yes

The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.