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Home My Public Portal About2006 Annual Watertown Report / w n / W A T E R T 0 W N 2 j I �ti 1 j I • • • Town of Watertown 2006 Annual Report i 1 The Town Seal Designed by Charles Brigham,Architect Story of the Watertown Seal On the Watertown seal is a picture of an English Colonist and an Indian exchanging, as peace tokens, bread for fish. Capt.Roger Clap, who landed at Nantusket Point in 1630, and rowed up Charles River to Gerry's Landing with the first party of Watertown Colonists, records the following story of the trip: "We went up Charles River until the river grew narrow and shallow,and there we landed our goods with much labor and toil,the bank being steep and night coming on. "We were informed that there were hard by us three hundred Indians.One Englishman that could speak the Indian language(an old Planter)went to them and advised them not to come near us in the night;and they harkened to his counsels,and came not,I myself was one of the sentinels that first night.Our Captain was a Low Country soldier,one Mr.Southcot,a brave soldier. "In the morning some of the Indians came and stood at a distance off,looking at us,but came not near us;but when they had been a while in view,some of them came and held out a great Bass toward us;so we sent a man with a Bisket,and changed the Cake for a Bass.Afterwards they supplied us with Bass,exchanging a Bass for a Bisket Cake,and were very friendly to us. "0 dear children!Forget not what care God had over his dear servants,to watch over and protect us in our weak beginnings. Capt.Squeb turned ashore us and our goods,like a mercyless man,but God,ever our mercyful God,took pity on us;so that we were supplied,fast with a boat,and them caused may Indians(some hundreds)to be ruled by the advice of one man not to come near us. Alas,had they come,how soon might they have destroyed us!I think we were not above ten in number.But God caused the Indians to help us with fish at very cheap rates." i Table Sft&itents zI -w�xx i Town Officials and Committee Elected Officials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Boards and Commissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Department Heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Reports of the Town Manager and Town Council TownCouncil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Town Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Report of Town Finances Board of Assessors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Treasurer/Collector/Parking Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 TownAuditor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Reports of the Offices of Town Administration Personnel Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Town Clerk and Election . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Data Processing Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 TownAttorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Purchasing Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Health Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Councilon Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Recreation Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Watertown Free Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Veterans' Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 John A. Ryan Skating Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Department of Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Reports of the Departments of Public Safety Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Emergency Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Report of the Department of Community Development and Planning . . .58 Report of the Department of Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Voting Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 3 Watertown. I ected Officials Town Council President&Member of the School Co "`' Committee Clyde L.Younger, 188 Acton Street..............................617-923- n Hsu-Balzer, 897 Belmont Street........................617-484-8077 Council at Large William G. Oates, 166 Standish Road ..........................617-926-5975 Stephen Corbett, 14 Irving Park..................................617-926-7872 Anthony P. Paolillo, 96 Robbins Road..........................617-924-2788 Marilyn M.Petitto Devaney, 98 Westminster Avenue....617-923-0778 Laurie J. Mastrangelo McManus, 17 Channing Road....617-926-3187 John A.Donohue, 11 Standish Road............................617-923-3031 David R. Leon, 31 Standish Road ................................617-923-4781 Mark Sideris, 30 Union Street......................................617-924-2699 John H. Portz, 24 Chapman Street ..............................617-924-1899 District A Councilor Library Trustee Angeline B. Kounelis, 55 Keenan Street#1 ..................617-926-2352 Katherine H. Button,48 Edward Road ........................617-923-1840 District B Councilor Michael J. Hanlon,Jr., 231 Coolidge Avenue#408......617-924-7613 Lucia H. Mastrangelo, 25 George Street......................617-923-0345 Jonathan Hecht, 159 Russell Avenue............................617-924-1490 Ann E Bloom, 43A Parker Street ................................617-924-0360 District C Councilor Gracemarie V. LeBlanc, 76 Emerson Road..................617-924-9322 Stephen A. Romanelh, 12 Bancroft Street....................617-926-1807 Raya Stern,207 Lexington Street ................................617-926-3609 District D Councilor John J. Lawn,Jr., 20 Pilgrim Road ..............................617-923-2075 4 Boards and Commissions of I i m: ,iki fi Board of Appeals Election Commissioners Watertown Housing Authority PP g Deborah Elliott Gertrude Broderick David Dalla Costa Stuart Bailey George Bogosian E.Joyce Munger, Chair Carlos Fernandez Demos Zevitas Allen Gallagher Melissa Santucci Curtis A.Whitney Thomas Beggan Harry J.Vlachos John O'Leary Environment and Energy Efficiency Board of Appeals Committee Watertown Traffic Commission Alternate Member Liza Ketchum John M.Airasian Richard M.Moynihan Ken Mirvis John Bartley,Sr. Lauri Murphy Edward P. Deveau,Police Chief, Chair Board of Assessors Lisa Alexander Gerald S. Mee,Jr. Joseph B. Darby,III Daniel Grossman Mario A. Orangio,Fire Chief Richard V. Moynihan Sue Tamber George Pizzuto Daniel A.Loughlin, Joerama L.Valianti Chair,Town Assessor Bicycle &Pedestrian Committee Licensing Board Peter Brooks,Chair Board of Health George Newman Janet Jameson Barbara D.Beck,Ph.D. Donna B.Doucette,Chair Maria Saiz Carl N. Brownsberger, M.D. Robert J.Whitney Sheila Fay Dr.John H. Straus Deborah D. Peterson Licensing Board Jonathan Niehof Cable Access Corporation Alternate Member Fred Hewett William Oates Sandra Hoffman Vincent Piccirilli Stephen L. Singer Mail Ryan Elyse G. Stoner Planning Board Robert D.Bejoian Linda Tuttle-Barletta Commission on Disability Robert Kaprielian G.Jack Zollo Councilor Marilyn Petitto Devaney Paul Michael Noftsker Peter J.Abair Bob Hall Allie Altman Jeffrey W. Brown Kim Charlson Steven W.Aylward,Chairman John B. Hawes Andrea Greenwood Gerry Field Alex Liazos Watertown Historic District Anne Doughty Conservation Commission Commission George Donahue Leo G. Martin Victoria Carter Albert Gayzagian Nancy Hammett Margaret Pasulka Carol Menton Marylouise Pallotta McDermott Audrey Jones Childs Louis Taverna Amleto "Mel"Martocchia Charles Bering Matthew Petrie Patrick Fairbairn Harvey Steiner Linda Sternberg 5 Council on Aging Public Works Facility Dorothy Fleming Building Committee Mary T. Keenan Janet Buck Will Twombly Gerald S.Mee,Jr. Patricia Gold D. Richard Pascuzzi Christopher Hursh Councilor Stephen A. Romanelli Barbara Zenn Rediker Councilor Mark Sideris Betty Finnell Sal Ciccarelli Marie A. Morello Gregory R Watson, Jane Stadolnik Director of Community Development and Planning Cultural Council Len Gittleman Watertown Housing Partnership Rena Baskin James Barwell Ann Hablanian Victoria J. Carter Shaunna Harrington Mary C. Crain Sandy Jaffe David Leon Rebecca Low Alex Liazos Ilyse Robbin Mohr Judge Paul C.Menton Rich Mohr Thomas Wade Sarah Newhouse Gregory P.Watson, Frances Forman Director of Community Development Janet Mendelsohn and Planning Historical Commission Watertown Recycling Advisory Group Roberta Lane, Chair Carol Bates Marilynne K. Roach Charles C.Bering Donald S.Berg Arturo DeLuca Mary O'Looney Martin Lerman J.B.Jones Sue Tamber,Deputy Superintendent Henrietta P. Light of Public Works David J. Russo,Jr. Alice Wadden Police Station Building Committee Councilor John J. Lawn,Jr. Councilor Stephen P. Corbett Councilor Mark Sideris Fergal Brennock Mark Dawson Kathleen M.McGill Edward P. Deveau,Police Chief Lieutenant Justin Hanrahan Phyllis L.Marshall,Town Treasurer/Collector Depart eads Gregory P.Watson, Gayle M. Director Thomas J. Sullivan, Community Development and Planning Administration Recreation Director Administration Building 149 Main Street Administration Building 149 Main Street Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 149 Main Street Watertown Massachusetts 02472 Work (617) 972-6443 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Work: (617) 972-6417 FAX: (617) 972-6404 Work: (617) 972-6494 FAX: (617) 972-6484 FAX: (617) 926-6129 John E. Flynn,Town Clerk/Chief Leone E. Cole, Library Director Election Officer Sue Tamber, Deputy Superintendent of Watertown Free Public Library Administration Building Public Works 123 Main Street 149 Main Street Department of Public Works Watertown, Massachusetts 02472 Watertown, Massachusetts 02472 124 Orchard Street Work: (617) 972-6434 Work: (617) 972-6486 Watertown, Massachusetts 02472 FAX: (617) 926-4375 FAX: (617) 972-6595 Work: (617) 972-6420 FAX: (617) 972-6402 Nooshi Robertson, Caryl L.Fox, Director, Purchasing Agent Council on Aging Thomas J.Tracy,Town Auditor Administration Building Senior Center Administration Building 149 Main Street 30 Common Street 149 Main Street Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Work: (617) 972-6414 Work: (617) 972-6490 Work: (617) 972-6460 FAX: (617) 972-6403 FAX: (617) 972-6493 FAX: (617) 9-2-6563 Steven Hiersche, Edward Deveau, Chief of Police Phyllis Marshall, Superintendent of Schools Police Department Treasurer/Collector Watertown Public Schools 34 Cross Street Administration Building 30 Common Street Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 149 Main Street Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Work: (617) 972-6533 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Work: (617) 926-7700 FAX: (617) 972-6409 Work: (617) 972-6452 FAX: (617) 926-9759 FAX: (617) 926-7082 Joseph J. Mahoney, Data Processing Daniel Loughlin,Town Assessor Manager Daniel F. Brothers, Administration Building Administration Building Skating Arena Manager 149 Main Street 149 Main Street John A. Ryan Skating Arena Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 1 Paramount Place Work: (617) 972-6412 Work: (617) 972-6463 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 FAX: (617) 972-6404 FAX: (617) 972-6403 Work: (617) 972-6469 office (617) 972-6468 Arena Michael J. Driscoll,Town Manager Mario A. Orangio, Fire Chief FAX: (617) 972-6498 Administration Building Fire Department 149 Main Street 99 Main Street Steven J. Ward, Health Director Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Administration Building Work: (617) 972-6465 Work: (617) 972-6512 149 Main Street FAX: (617) 972-6404 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Gerald S. Mee,Jr., Superintendent of Work: (617) 972-6445 Robert Erickson,Veterans Agent Public Works FAX: (617) 972-6499 Administration Building Department of Public Works 149 Main Street 124 Orchard Street Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Watertown,Massachusetts 02472 Work: (617) 972-6416 Work: (617) 972-6421 FAX: (617) 972-6403 FAX: (617) 972-6402 7 Towh Council Report of the Town Council Counci 'Membership extraordinary repairs to the Watertown — Year 2006 Free Public Library to be used together District Councilors: with previous borrowing in the amount A Report to the Residents of District A Councilor Angeline B. Kounelis of$6,700,000 and a previous state grant Watertown District B Councilor Jonathan Hecht of$2,972,408; The nine members of the Town Council of District C Councilor Stephen E. Romanelli . March 28, 2006:the Town Council voted the City known as the Town of Watertown District D Councilor John J.Lawn,Jr. to amend Chapter XII of the Town's are elected biennially,in odd-numbered Councilors at Large: Zoning Ordinances as it begins its overall years,to serve as the legislative branch of Marilyn M.Petitto Devaney review of the Town's Zoning Ordinances; the Town's government.The elected mem- John A.Donohue • June 27, 2006: the Town Council voted bers consist of four District Councilors, Stephen Corbett p to appropriate$1,385,000 in order to four Councilors at Large, and a Town Mark Sideris purchase equipment for the Fire Council President who is elected by the at large population.Their principal function is Town Council President: Department,Police Department,Public Works Department and John A. Ryan to set policy for the administration of the Clyde L.Younger Skating Arena, Town,its general government and pro- Town Council Clerk: November 14, 2006: the Town Council grams,adopt an operating budget on rec- Valerie Papas ommendations by the Town Manager,and voted to amend the Town Manager con- serve as overseers of the various agencies tract extending the Agreement to June Highlights Of 2006 30, 2009 and to adjust the annual of municipal government.As you will see from this report for calendar year 2006, The Town Council voted the following mat- compensation; ters in order to effectuate the most optimal . The Town Council through its subcom- your Town Council has been actively g engaged in the performance of its responsi- level of services provided to the citizens of mittees,has initiated public hearings bilities as elected representatives of Watertown: and/or studies on the following matters: Watertown's residents. March 26, 2006:the Town Council voted the development of the Fiscal Year 2008 to appropriate $643,000 for the purpose budget;the Pleasant Street Corridor; of constructing an addition to and Parking in Watertown Square; remodeling,reconstructing, and making Revitalization of our Business Districts; Safety Improvements to Coolidge Square; 1 4 I, Standing L to R:Angeline B. Kounelis, Michael J. Driscoll, Stephen E. Romanelli,John A. Donohue, Marilyn M. Petitto Devaney, Volerie Papas. Seated L to R:Jonathan Hecht, Mark Sideris, Clyde L. Younger, John J. Lawn,Jr., Stephen Corbett. s Improvements to the Charles River We also acknowledge with thanks and Our commitment to the citizens of our Landing;the need for a Recycling Center; respect the efforts of each and every Town Town remains constant. Because you have a proposed Recreation/Community employee in every department, along with entrusted us as your public servants with Center;the construction of a new Police those members who serve on elected and your continued support and input,we Station;and the disposition of two appointed boards, commissions,and com- would like to especially extend our heartfelt Branch Libraries. mittees. Their commitment to public service gratitude to all residents for making is recognized with pride and gratitude. Watertown your home. Acknowledgments The President and members of the Town To each and every one of the merchants Council,individually and collectively,grate- and businesses in our great community,we fully acknowledge those who have helped in thank you for your diligence,patience, and the fulfillment of its mission to serve the support. Building a foundation through people of the City known as the Town of your professional and cooperative efforts Watertown.We are especially grateful to the has resulted in quality services that resi- Town Manager who continues to provide dents and visitors continue to enjoy. guidance and assistance with the fiscal responsibility, budgetary process, and management of the day-to-day operations of the Town. 9 °tt T O W N O F W A T E R T O W N Office of the Town Manager Michael J.Driscoll s tt�� Wii■ioiriri� To the Honorable Town Council,Residents,and Taxpayers of Watertown, On behalf of the City known as the Town of Watertown,its employees,and the distinguished members of the Town Council,I am pleased to present to you the Town of Watertown's Annual Report for the calendar year beginning January 1, 2006 and ending December 31,2006.I believe you will find this annual report both interesting and informative as it recapitulates the accomplishments and achievements of the Town for the stated period. I am pleased to report that the Executive and Legislative branches of our government,working in tandem,have successfully managed,initi- ated,and expanded a wide array of Municipal services while maintaining fiscal discipline.These successes have been made through a com- mitment to leverage both outside funding sources (federal,state,and private) and Town funds to improve the quality of life and vibrancy of this community. The Watertown economy is both strong and well managed,but fiscal restraints must be maintained in order that the successes enjoyed today are not rolled back tomorrow during economic uncertainty.Throughout this report the reader will find detailed narratives discussing pro- grams and initiatives that meet this philosophy.The selection below highlights some of the particularly noteworthy achievements of 2006: • U.S.Department of Homeland Security, Office of State and Local Government coordination and preparedness assistance to Firefighter Grant(AFG),announced an award to the Watertown Fire Department—In January 2006,the Town Council approved the transfer of 10%match to a total cost of a project of$107,200 to upgrade the air quality within all fire department buildings by the installation of 100%vehicle exhaust capture systems as well as restore emergency power to the Orchard Street Station by means of a fixed facility power generator. • Disposition of 124 Riverside Street—The Town Council voted on February 14, 2006 to declare surplus and dispose of the property listed above.Treasurer/Collector Phyllis L.Marshall was appointed custodian of the foreclosed properties,and an auc- tion was scheduled for April 2006.More than 50 registered for the auction held on April 19, 2006.Although the original high bidder defaulted,the second high bidder was able to acquire the property on July 6,2006,and$409,250 was deposited to the Town Treasury.The Honorable Town Council appropriated$338,910 of the sale proceeds with$50,000 for the Home Improvement Program and$288,910 for the Housing Partnership. 10 • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax payment goes online—In March 2006,the Town of Watertown announced that in addition to making payment to the Treasurer/Collector's office (cash, check,money order), residents could make online payment via credit card, debit card,or ACH transaction at www.kellyryan.com for all current and delinquent excise tax. •Tree City USA—On March 2, 2006,the Town of Watertown was awarded the Tree City USA for 2005 designation by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation.This award marks the 15th straight designation. • Public Health Mutual Aid Agreement with other cities and towns in the Massachusetts Emergency Preparedness Region 4B in accordance with M.G.L. c. 40, § 40 A—In 2006, the Town of Watertown entered into a mutual aid agreement with the Massachusetts Emergency Preparedness Region 4B to best provide for our residents,workers,and visitors in the event of an emergency or disaster, as well as to provide support to our neighboring communities should the need arise. • Educational Seminar explaining the state's Conflict of Interest Law—On Monday,March 27, 2006,the Town of Watertown sponsored a forum outlining the public official's obligations and constraints under M.G.L. 268A and 268B. This seminar was well attended by department heads and members of boards and commissions. • Departmental capital equipment replacement—In June 2006, the Honorable Town Council authorized a loan order in the amount of$1,385,000 to fund various capital equipment items contained in the Fiscal Year 2006 Capital Improvement Program. The approved loan order allows for the following replacement equipment: —Aerial Ladder Truck $650,000 —Highway Dump Truck $145,000 —Highway Tree Chipper $ 49,000 —Property&Building Truck $ 48,000 —Cemetery Toro Truck $ 33,000 —Parks Toro Field Truck $ 26,000 —Fire Alarm Van $ 19,000 —Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD)/ Report Management System (RMS) $305,000 —Ice Resurfacer $110,000 The acquisition of the proposed items is consistent with the Honorable Town Council's priorities of not deferring maintenance and/or recognition of costs of capital equipment facilities and infrastructure to future years. • Bartley Track at Victory Field resurfacing—In June 2006,it was announced that the Bartley Track will be resurfaced during July 2006 and take 7 to 10 days to complete. This facility is widely used by a multigenerational population. • East and North Branch Libraries to close as of June 30, 2006—On May 30, 2006,the Board of Library Trustees voted unanimously of its intention to relinquish care, custody,and control of the properties subject to M.G.L. c40, 15A.This action was consistent in the model presented to deliver library services by the Library Trustees in the opening of the new Watertown Free Public Library •Watertown No Place For Hate—On June 7, 2006,the Town was certified by the Anti-Defamation League with this noteworthy communitv achievement. • Saltonstall Parks Summer Concert—This concert series has attracted a wide audience of Watertown residents and visitors to experience an eclectic array of musical genres ranging from jazz to honky tonk. • Relay for Life—In June 2006, the Town of Watertown hosted this American Cancer Society celebration at Victory Field to raise monies to help fund research, advocacy efforts, and support services. •Watertown Free Public Library moved home—On August 6, 2006,a Town-wide celebration was held with the ribbon-cutting ceremony opening a state-of-the-art facility at 123 Main Street. This facility blends both a touch of history and the realities of the 21st century.Thousands of Watertown residents participated and viewed this facility and continue to use it daily. •Watertown observes September 11—On September 11,2006,the Town of Watertown observed Patriot Day in a solemn cer- emony held at Saltonstall Park marking the fifth anniversary of that dark day. • Municipal Benchmarking to assist as a tool in the FY 2008 budget process—On September 12, 2006,the Honorable Town Council received an informational presentation from Municipal Benchmarking,UC outlining how their comprehensive analysis of a community compares to other communities in a broad array of policy areas and compares those revenue, expenditure,and outcome levels to a peer group of similarly situated cities and towns.The firm has a 21-town peer group that ranges from Arlington to Winthrop.The Honorable Town Council approved the transfer appropriation to hire the firm on October 10, 2006. •Watertown Landing improvements—The Honorable Town Council voted in September 2006 to approve the transfer of $16,200 to fund improvements to the landing located at the intersection of Galen Street and Charles River Road of Watertown Square on the east side of the Charles River. • Faire on the Square—The Eighth Annual Faire was held on September 30,2006 between the hours of 10 a.m.—4 p.m.with thousands of residents and visitors participating in this community event. What has been highlighted is only a sampling of the breadth and the width of the Town's activities during 2006.I urge you to peruse this Annual Report to gain greater insight into the myriad of activities of the various Town departments.I would like to take this opportunity to thank the residents of Watertown,its employees,and distinguished members of the Town Council for their dedication and commitment to keeping Watertown a fiscally sound community while still offering the level of service upon which Watertown residents have come to depend. Sincerely, <.4_� Michael J.Driscoll Town Manager 12 B o a r r__11sessors ��r�:,�kr,L_'ii In 2006,the AssessingDepartment contin- into 2006 ii"i to 1Q%o� -0 � thus Clause p g ued to work toward the mission of provid- reversing a longterm trend-of increasing 22 10% (or greater) ing fair and equitable assessments for all residential values and stagnant commercial Disabled Veteran $ 500 Watertown taxpayers. property values. 22E 100%Disabled During 2006 the assessors began work on Currently(fiscal 2006),the commercial tax- Veteran $1,200 the Fiscal 2007 property reassessment payers in Watertown are paying$20.35 per which is mandated by the Department of thousand dollars of assessed value,while 17D Surviving SpodeSpous Person or Revenue every three years.The reassess- residential taxpayers are paying$11.17. The Child or Elderly Person $ 350 ment program involves an extensive audit of $20.35 commercial rate is 175%of the flat 37A Blind Person $1,000 assessment records and procedures in tax rate of$11.63,while residential taxpay order to ensure the town is meeting the ers are paying 96% of the flat tax rate.The 41C Qualified Senior "Full and Fair Cash"standard for property flat rate is simply the tax rate per thousand Citizen (65+) $1 000 assessments. if there were no commercial shift. Among the goals and objectives set by the To this end,a property sales study and While residential taxpayers are paying a Board of Assessors for 2007 is an increased analysis was conducted utilizing all qualified much lower tax rate than commercial tax- commitment to providing taxpayers with 2005 property sales.In addition,the first six payers,they are also eligible to receive the information through the Town's website, months of property sales from 2006 were residential tax exemption worth$1,017 in mailers,news articles, cable television, and reviewed to determine market trends.The tax dollars.For fiscal 2006, 6,100 residen- public appearances. sales analysis revealed that residential prop- tial taxpayers received the exemption out of erty values had increased within a range of 9,000 residential properties.In addition, 3%to 8%during 2005 but showed a 1% there are a number of statutory exemptions decline during the first half of 2006.An that are available to certain qualifying tax- analysis of commercial property values payers.All of these exemptions are at their revealed appreciation during 2005 and maximum allowable amounts under the law: 2006 2007 FISCAL YEAR (7/1/05-6/30/06) (7/1/06-6/30/07) Tax Rates: Residential $11.17 Not Available Commercial $20.35 Industrial $20.35 Personal Property $20.35 Residential Exemption $1,017.30 Valuations: Residential $4,192,151,800 Commercial $ 624,560,658 Industrial $ 217,108,735 Personal Property $ 90,242,698 Note: fiscal 2007 property assessments and tax rates were not finalized at the time this was report was submitted. 13 Treasurer Co#1� cto1� Parking Clerk I This Report on the Treasurer/Collector/ Short-term 6 were as As of June 30, 2006,the following FY2006 Parking Clerk Office covers Fiscal Year follows: taxes and user charges were unpaid: 2006,July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. Bond Anticipation Note (BAN): Real Estate $ 702,213 Schedules of Selected Financial Outstanding 7/01/06 $8,628,000 Personal Property $ 45,007 Information,Major Categories of Receipts, Short-term interest paid in FY2006 was Motor Vehicle and Debt Principal and Interest are shown. $ 235,468 During FY2006 bondprincipal a menu $432,268.Bond Anticipation Notes (BAN) Boat $ 1,854 g payments are primarily used to generate revenue were$3,750,000 and long-term interest needed to begin funding capital projects Water $ 351,295 payments were $1,679,124 for a total per- before permanent borrowing (bonds) are Sewer $ 622,145 manent debt service of$5,429,124. issued.BANS generally cost less to issue than Commercial Refuse $ 12,064 Total debt principal balance was bonds and can be rolled over for one year. $40,062,526 as of June 30, 2006. Watertown continues to have a high rate of real estate tax collections. The rate of col- lection for FY2006 property taxes, as of June 30, 2006,was 98%. FY 2oo6 Selected Financial Information TAR TITLES July 01, 2005—June 30, 2006 Brought Forward (July 01, 2005) $577,300 DEBT BALANCE (6/30/06) $40,062,526 Tax Takings 120,829 Subsequent Taxes 414,049 FUNDS Brought Forward (July 01, 2005) $31,516,804 Redemptions (230,768) Foreclosures 0 Cash Received 124,613,874 Cash Paid Out 123,694,375 Ending Balance (June 30, 2006) $881,410 Ending Balance (June 30, 2006) $32,436,303 MAJOR CATEGORIES OF RECEIPTS CASH MANAGEMENT Property/Excise Taxes $60,125,307 Interest Income $732,183 Intergovernmental 11,319,809 Short-Term Interest Paid 432,268 Water/Sewer/Commercial 11,697,513 Net Departmental 2,979,661 $299,915 OTHER INTEREST Interest Earnings 732,183 Tax Titles $31,079 Parking Fines 589,531 Parking Meters 215,684 Late Payments 244,834 License and Permits 291,353 TOTAL $275,913 payments in Lieu of Taxes 1,637,715 Total Interest Income $1,008,096 Penalty Interest&Costs 233,104 Total Short-Term Interest Expense 432,268 Net Interest Income $575,828 14 To *tor Schedule A COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE DIVISION CF LOCAL SERVICES ANNUAL CITY AND TOWN FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30,2006 CITY/TOWN OF:l WATERTOWN ADDRESS: This report is based upon the fund account activity descriptions from the Uniform Massachusetts Accounting System(UMAS)of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. Please report data for the fiscal year ended June 30,2006. Data supplied in this report will be used by the Department of Revenue, other State and Federal Agencies,and public interest groups. The information will also be furnished to the U.S.Census Bureau. Please read instructions carefully before completing your Schedule A. For assistance,please call your Bureau of Accounts Field Representative. GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES(FUND 01) Amount (Omit Account Number Item Description Cents) A.Taxes 4110 Personal Property Taxes 1,723,615 4120 Real Estate Taxes 56.687.613 4150 Excise Taxes 3,288,220 4179 Penalties and Interest 149.474 4180 In Lieu of Taxes 1,637,715 4191 Other Taxes-Hotel/Motel 39.084 4198 Urban Redevelopment Excise 4199 Other Taxes 227,986 IA.TOTAL TAXES(NET OF REFUNDS) 63,753,707 B.Charges for Services/Other Departmental Revenues 4211 Water Charges 4212 Other Utility Charges 4229 Other Charges 4243 Parking Charges 4244 Park and Recreation Charges 259,922 4246 Sewerage Charges 4247 Trash Collection Charges 38,965 4248 Transit Charges 4370 Other De artmental Revenues 2,437,738 B.TOTALKARGES FOR SERVICES/OTHER DEPARTMENTAL REVENUES 2,736,625 C.Licenses,Permits and Fees 4322 Fees Retained From Tax Collections 4400 Licenses and Permits 228,245 IC.TOTAL LICENSES,PERMITS AND FEES 228,245 D.Federal Revenue 4540 Unrestricted-Direct 4580 Unrestricted-Through the State 213,356 D.TOTAL FEDERAL REVENUE 213,356 4600 E.TOTAL REVENUE%Ff O! STATE 11,319,809 F.Revenues From {{her overnments 4695 Court Fines 4720 Received From the County for Services Performed 4730 Received From Other Municipalities for Services Performed 22,222 F.TOTAL REVENUES FROM OTHER GOVERNMENTS 22,222 4750 G.TOTAL SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 4770 H.TOTAL FINES,AND FORFEITURES 871,038 I.Miscellaneous Revenues 4800 Miscellaneous Revenues 4.184.680 4820 Earnings on Investments 811,194 I.TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES 4,995,874 TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES 84,140,876 4990 J. TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 84.140.876 K.Interfund Operating Transfers 4972 Transfers From Special Revenue Funds 725,000 4973 Transfers From Capital Proiects Funds 4975 Transfers From Enterprise Funds 2,218,505 4976 Transfers From Trust Funds 15,000 4977 Transfers From Agency Funds K.TOTAL INTERFUND OPERATING TRANSFERS 2,958,505 TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES,OTHER FINANCING SOURCES, AND INTERFUND OPERATING TRANSFERS 87,099,381 15 General Fund Expenditures and Other Financing Uses (Fund 01) Culture and Recreation(600) Account Historical Number Object of Expenditure Library Recreation Parks Commission Celebrations 5100 Salary and Wages 1,309,508 318,036 5700 Expenditures 394,050 104,972 5800 Construction 5800 Capital Outlay 22,722 7,677 MMMMMTOTAL 1,726,280 430,6851 0 0 0 Account Number Object of Expenditure Other 5�Salary and Wages 5700 Expenditures 5800 Construction 5800 Capital Outlay TOTAL 0 Debt Service(700) Account Retirement Of Interest on Long- Interest on Short- Number Object of Expenditure Debt Principal Term Debt Term Debt Other Interest 5900 TOTAL 3,600,000 1,582,150 0 Unclassified (900) Account Workers' Other Employee Number Object of Expenditure Compensation Unemployment Health Insurance Benefits Court Judgments TOTAL 445,616 10,367 8,677,521 542,088 ACCOUnt Intergovernmental Number Object of Expenditure Other Insurance Assessments Retirement Other TOTAL 402,476 3,321,946 6,549,268 16,283 Total General Fund Expenditures Account Number Object of Expenditure Total 5100 Salary and Wages 40,141,354 5700 Expenditures 15,320,132 5800 Construction 485,274 5800 Capital Outlay 716,498 5900 Debt Service 5,182,150 Unclassified 19,965a OTAL �XPENDITURESGENERAL FUNa a J, 1 81,810 973 Transfers/Other Financing Uses 5960 Transfers To Other Funds 4,376,114 5990 Other Financing Uses AND OTHER FINANCING USES 4,376,114 TOTAL GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES AND OTHER FINANCING USES 86,187,087 16 Soeclal Revenue Funds Other Federal Account Number Item Oescn lion Federal Federal Housing and p Federal General Emergency Federal Culture Community Urban Government Federal Public Federal Pudic Federal Management &Recreation Development Development Other Federal Total Federal Grants Sfet Grants Works Grants Education Grant FEMA Grants Block Grants Grants Grants Grants REVENUES 410o Taxes and Excises i. 4200 Charges for Services 0 4500 Federal Revenue 94,581 1,364,561 325000 1,784,142 4600 Slate Revenue o 4800 Misc ellaneous Revenue 0 4820 Ear n Inves[m- n IT(ITAI RFVFNIIES Ill 945R1 0 1Rfi4561 n n 3)S Dnn D 01 178414,1 OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 4910 Bond Propeeds 0 49]0 Transfers From Other Funds- unds 0 4- Other Finannina Snurrws I 1,364,561 1 325 n �miat OTRER mrvarvrmr;sOURc.Es fl 94.581 0 0 ,0 04 04 04 1.]84,14� TOTAL REVENUES AN OTHER III FINANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES 5100 Salary entl Wages 115662n 1,156:120 5700 Expenditures 81,000 64,0', 259,032 988 122 5800 Construction o 5800 Capital Outlay D 5900 DIht Sarvina .I n �TOTAI FXRFNniTURES d 81.oDd al 1,804,71d Dl d 259,03d d d 2,144,74; OTHER FINANCING USES 5960 Transfers To Other Funds 0 599n Other Finanemn l I... JI n �TnTAi nTRFR EXPENDITURES AND n 81.ODV 0 1.b04.]iV 0 1 159�01 nU nU 1.144.744 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ANDOTHER d FINANCING USES Excess(Defcmncy)of Revenues Over Expendltures end Other Financing Soumes(Usesl 0 13,561 0 -040149 0 0 65.96a 0 0 -300100 Fund Balance Beginning of Year 0 10,922 0 -239 802 0 0 1", 0 433 -SS 5A, Adjustments 0 R-I Ratans Fnrl of vaar n 14 Sna u - 51 n n -R`O n aa3 d191Ad Soeclal Revenue Funds - State General `nuseus State Culture a Account Number) Item Desenption Government State Public State Pubhe Slate Education Semen( Recreation State Council on State Library Other State Total State Grants Safe Grants Works Grants Grants na9(MEMa Grante Ain Grente Grants Grants Grants REVENUES 4111 Taxes and Exclses 4200 Chargesfor Services o 4500 Federal Revenue 0 4600 State Revenue 82,408 1,191 1,556,572 39,006 6,411 943,434 11,351 2,640,372 4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 0 Farninnc nn Invactmantc 1, nl Rv-I 11,11 111a 171I nI a9 noel 6s]zl a4a dad) 11"ll �64n FZFl OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 4910 Bond Proceeds 0 49]0 Transfers From Other Fun 49s9n tls 0 Other Fina��77ei99''yj Sn-- J 7 n I�TOTAL REVENUES nl 8240q 1.191 1.556.5]4 a 39.a0q 6.5]3 943.434 11.351 2.640.53� TOTAL REVENUES AND OTHER ad FINANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES 5100 Salary entl Wages 441- IS 911 495,280 57 00 Expendltures 3],901 1318,400 7,204 14,445 13]],950 580o Construction 119,573 719,573 5800 Capltal Oufay 0 .59nn Deht Service n TOTAL EXPENOiiu RES 1 11141 11 1,712,311 11 11,1111 7,111 111,171 14,449 2,652,18q OTHER FINANCING USES 59fio Transfers To Other Funds o 599n Other Finanrinn llsec I J J J n I�TOFAI OTHER EXPENDITUREINANCING S nl 50.24`1 0 1.162.30q 0 39.ain1 1.204 119.51�1 14.44� 2.652.131 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ANOOTHER III FINANCING USES Excess(Defciency)of Revenues Over Expendltures and Other Financmg Sources(Uses1 0 32,164 1,191 -115,734 0 5 -631 163,861 -3,094 -12,248 Fund Balance Beginning of Vear 0 59,]08 6 849 139,829 D 5 3 833 -414,111 29.168 -1]4.89] Adjustments 0 Rud R-u,Fnd of Vaar u 91 A', 8 non -S,9n5 n n 2 2n> ->Sn 41C IN n]4 -187 145 Pane S Soeclal Revenue Funds Recemts Reserved for Appropnation Receipts Receipts Receipts Receipts Receipts Reserved for Reservetl for Receipts Receipts sReser Reserved fir Reserved for Receipts Account Number Item Descnption Reserved for Appropnation Appropnation Reserved for Reservetl for rAo iota Appropriation Appropnation Reserved for Total Receipts Appropi-0- Waterways Wetlands Appropnation Appropnation Reim Sale of Real Sale of C-R Appropnation Reserved for Education Improvement Protection Parkin,Meters Ambulance vernS2orppoti Estate Lots Other App r,pnati,n REVENUES 410o Taxes entl Excises 0 4200 Charges for Services 215,685 20.230 235,915 4500 Federal Revenue o 4600 Slate Revenue 0 4800 Miscellaneous Revenue o 4820 Earn�np Icoe�tmenl� n I Ta-Ren I n1 nl n1 ens1 nl nl nl -1 n1 -ae alsl OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 4910 Bond Proceeds 0 4910 Transfers From Other FUntls 0 OTAL RVNUESANr I OTHER RrES n I n n d 20.23U O 35J FINANCING SOURCES 215.68�TOTAEE T EXPENDITURES 5100 Salary and Wages 0 5700 ExpentllI 0 5800 Construction 0 580o Capital Oufay 0 59nn Deht A-- n I mTAI FmFNOITUREs q 0 of q of q q 0 1 q OTHER FINANCING USES 5980 Transfers To Other Funds 1]50n0 50000 225,000 599n Other Finanninn IN- n I�TnFAI OTHER FINANCING n� n� 0 1ns,00rl a nd nq so ooq nq zzs,00d TOTAL EXPENDITURES AND OTHER FINANCING USES Excess(Defciency)of Revenues Over Expenditures and Other Financmg Sources(U..) 0 0 0 40,685 0 a 0 -29.11a 0 10,915 Fund Balance Beginning of Year 0 0 0 208,]53 0 0 0 142,382 0 351,135 Adjustments 0 Rud Ratans Fnd of Vear n n n -4'iA n n n n Pena 6 17 Soecial Revenue Funds Revdvip Funds Revolving Funds Account Numbe Item Descnphon Revolving Funds Revolving Funds Parks& Revdving Funds Other Revolving Total RevgMng Education Athletic Recreation Ch 4453 E 1/2 Funds Funds REVENUES 4100 Taxes and Excises 4200 Charges for Services 1262,615 32,268 135,953 315,616 21,729 1768,181 4500 Federal Revenue 0 4600 State Revenue 0 4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 0 4820 Earnings on Investments 2444 2444 77TI-I OTHE REV EN CI 1262615 32266 13838] 315616 21]29 1]J0625OTHER FINANCING SOURCES Bond Proceeds 0Transfers From Other Funds 0Other Fin anrinn Sgnrrac (1 TnTAI ETHER FINANC, 1snllRCFs n n n n n nl TOTAL REVENUES AND OTHER FlNANCING SOURCES 1262,61 3226 1.39 31561 21,72 1,]]g62 EXPENDITURES 5100 Salary and Wages 861711 6fl gin 1115] 989,714 5700 Expenditures 492,185 41,262 47,341 312,889 21803 915,480 580a Constructon 0 5600 Capnal Outlay 0 S9nn Deht AA,-.. fl TT"ExPENniTURES 1 353,890 41 26� 116,251 372,048 21,808 1,905,264 OTHER FINANCING USES 5960 Transfers Tg Other Funds 0 599E Other Fnanrinn llcec fl FlNANCING USES ANEING DSES 1 353,69L� 41,16 116?5� 3]2,04e 21,80� 1,90a",26q TOTAL EXPENDITURES AND OTHER Excess(Deficiency)of Revenues Over Expenditures and Other Financing Sources(Us.) -91,281 -8994 22140 -56430 -74 -134639 Fund Balance Beginning of Vear 512,386 45,089 6].6A] 420,238 ]6.943 1 192,343 Adlustmenis 0 Find Ralanra FM of vaar 491 1195 ug R17 3fic Rnft ]R ftF9 1 n5]704 Soecial Revenue Funds other Soecial Revenue Other Sp-Al Other Special Other Special Account Numbe Item Descn hon Other Special Other Special Other Special Other Special Other Special Revenue Funds Revenue Funds Other Special Other Special Revenue Funds Total Other P Revenue Funds Revenue Funds Revenue Funds Revenue Funds Revenue Funds Professional Open Space Revenue Funds Revenue Funds Gifts& Other Special Special Total All Spend Water Sew Education School Lunch Adult EducaR- Development Arquisiti u MWPAT Ti JeV Donations Revenue Funds Revenue Revenue REVENUES 4100 Taxes and Excises 0 0 4200 Charges for Services 5]4,460 5]4,460 2,5]8,556 4500 Federal Revenue 263,509 263,1. 2,041,651 4600 State Revenue 0 2,640,3]2 480�0 fvlis_c-ellaneous Revenue 11,795 "1,5g9 873,394 8]3.394 482N it TA cnnlnvPcrmPntc ��an ��aa 73'�{/41 I nl nl nl 849]fi41 nl nl nl nl nl Rfi)4§al nl 1]12 nd]I Aia99141 OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 4910 Bond Proceeds 0 0 4970 Transfers From Other Funds I 0 0 TH TOTAIFREVEN ESANEING SrnIREFs a 9 DI 849]69 �0M 04 001 DU DU 86233�i 0 1�12.09� 8.143.314 TOTAL REVENUES AND OTHER OIII QII GII H NANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES 5100 Salary and Wages :rni 912 42]65 514,6]] 3,186,341 5700 Expenditures 321,196 ]10,836 1032,632 4,311184 5800 Construction 40,928 40,928 820,501 5800 Capital Outlay 0 0 SROn Daht SF"F ni 0 nTT"ExPEETNTURES al 823,]08 a a I AQ ]94,529 0 1,618,23T 8321.028 OTHER FINANCING USES 5111 Transfers To Other Funds 0 225,000 599E Other-n"_I-, (1 n 225 1�TOTAI ETHER ITURESN NDOT 0I 9I nl 623,]Otl nIM DU �01 DU nU 79452d �N 1.618,23r1 81460" TOTAL EXPENDITURESUSES AND OTHER 0 fill LY FlNANCING USES Excess(Deficiency)of Revenues Over Expenditures and Other Fnancmg Sources(Usea) 0 0 0 26,056 0 0 0 0 0 6],604 0 93,860 -402,]12 Fund Balance Beginning of Vear 0 0 0 -45,361 0 0 0 0 0 1 412,3]2 0 1 36],011 2,6]],008 AdlUstments 0 0 Fend Ba -End of Vear 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Cash 125,382 864,182 948,734 40,830 2. Accounts Receivable 0 0 3. TOTAL ASSETS 125,382 864,182 948,734 40,830 B.LIABILITIES 1. Police Outside Detail -21,893 500,996 520,383 -41,280 2. Fire Off Duty Detail -1,279 18,069 16,582 208 3. Taxes Due State 0 0 4. Meals Tax Due State 0 0 5. License Due State 0 0 6. Due County/Retirement Systems 0 0 7. Guarantee Bid Deposits 0 0 8. Unclaimed Items 0 0 9. Other Liabilities 148,554 345,117 411,769 81,902 10. TOTAL LIABILITIES 125,382 864,182 948,734 40,830 NOTE--Total Assets Must Equal Total Liabilities PERSONNEL EXPENDITURES I otal 5alanes and Wages as of Uecember 31,2UUb as Reported on IRS Form W-2 $37,566,549 Total Number of Employees (FTE)for Calendar Year Ending December 31,2005 980 SCHEDULE OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2006 Cash and FUND Investments General Fund 13,128,108 Special Revenue 2,274,296 Debt Service Fund Capital Project Funds 5,555,978 Enterprise Funds 6,247,093 Trust Funds 5,189,999 JAgency Funds 40,830 TOTAL ALL FUNDS 32,436,304 22 rrnm 1m w T N O z x, x V Q) U) p X N Zp p T Nrn0 p0 O N 2 rn� o 0 m m z yD N Q y0r Or !D ((DD (D�] Dr N N r (D 1 x N 1 1T D m 0;0X v0 T T T� CX X xZ � cornet m w m o D met m et Cm .N.'� Dcoo r 4. o n CO(Ni) Q A 3 z� D O p— C� (D iC (D (AD vet D n � Q 3Z 3m C u AD Om z C m co m O Om (D n (D O -n Z! 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A 23 Personnel artment The Personnel Department is responsible The Personnne repartKenfin ed the plans for compliance with the Americans for recruitment,training,and exit human number of recruitment postings to websites with Disabilities Act,participates in Faire on resources procedures.The office also man- in keeping with our goal to increase the use the Square,and advocates for residents with ages workers'compensation and unemploy- of technology.Recruitments were posted to school and town officials.Ten monthly meet- ment claims.The Personnel Department the Town's website as well as the Depart- ings are held on the third Wednesday of the manages medical and psychological testing of ment of Unemployment Assurance,the month.In 2006,the commission hired municipal job applicants.We facilitate the Massachusetts Municipal Association website, an independent contractor to make the contract negotiation process and grievance and professional sites.A change in recruit- Watertown Commission on Disabilities web- hearings with department heads.In addition ment process has made applying for a job site,wwwwcod.org,fully accessible,with a to special projects,the Personnel Department more efficient and effective for the public. target of 2007 for completion.A third revi- is responsible for assisting employees with Since 2005,applicants can view job postings sion of the Accessible Dining Guide was professional growth and coordination of and fill out a Town application form from the completed and is posted to the Watertown human resources in order to enhance their Personnel Department web page and submit Commission on Disabilities website. employment experience with Watertown. it by e-mail at any hour of the day.Similarly, Civil Service recruitments were also con- The Personnel Department is looking for- In 2006,the Personnel Department assisted ward to 2007 as it continues to work towards the Town Manager to further develop aper- ducted on the Human Resources Division hiring the best possible candidates for the website.Residents interested in Civil Service formance measurement system.Department Town and improving service to employees, information can research examination dates heads were provided training and documents and apply online directly with Civil Service. department heads,and citizens of Watertown. in which to begin the implementation phase. In 2006,the Personnel Department contin- The Commission on Disabilities provides ued to facilitate successor contract negotia- information,advice,and advocacy for Town lions for five collective bargaining units with and School Departments as well as individu- the unions,department heads,Town als in the community.The Personnel Director assists the Commission on Disabilities as staff Manager,and the Town's attorneys.The support for their meetings and activities department frequently-provides department related to their goals and objectives.An heads and individual employees with inter- October 2005 goal setting retreat resulted pretations of their collective bargaining in specific projects for 2006 which will be agreements. reviewed at the next retreat in 2007.The com- mission regularly reviews local construction ��n�lryyq� Town CIer Election p I!' The Town Clerk and Election Office serves The Town Clerk's office-vas fiat established also serves as a distribution center for vari- as a direct link between the citizenry and its in 1634,the first year racqrds were kept, ous Town brochures and surveys.The Staff Town government. The Town Clerk's office, and continues today to provide accurate in the office also serve as"unofficial by statute,is responsible for the issuance of documentation on events and happenings of ombudsman"to provide general informa- vital statistics,maintenance of Town records, the City known as the Town of Watertown. tion regarding various municipal services to the insurance of compliance with the The Town Clerk's office provides a number the public.The Town Clerk's office also Commonwealth's Open Meeting Law and it of consumer services, such as the issuance serves as a liaison between the Town and also serves as a repository for all rules, reg- of dog licenses,the sale of various Division the Federal and State governments. ulations, ordinances and bylaws promul- of Fisheries and Wildlife licenses, the recor- During calendar year 2006,the office gated by the Town Council and other town dation of Uniform Commercial Code state- achieved the following: departments. ments,notary public services and the office 24 • Maintained the highest level of accuracy The Licensing Board promulgates rules and Total Clerks Revenue in the recording and issuance of the Vital regulations specific to Watertown to ensure Total Fees Collected $222,876.37 Statistics of the Town of Watertown. the life, safety, and health of the citizenry Paid to the Commonwealth ($10,240.20) • Placed election signage in strategic and town visitors. The Licensing Board locations throughout the Town alerting issues a myriad of licenses and permits that Net Revenue to the Town $212,636.17 the citizenry to the upcoming voting range from amusement devices, to gasoline, exercises. to liquor licenses.All of the licenses issued Vital Statistics • Conducted the 2006 Annual Town are renewable yearly.The Licensing Board Births 375 Census. also serves as a hearing officer to ensure Deaths Recorded 253 compliance with licensing conditions. Marriage Intentions 226 • Participated in the development of the The Licensing Board also works closely Town's FY07 operating budget. with five Town departments, the Alcohol Marriages Recorded 225 • Continued the duties and responsibilities Affidavits of Correction of Births, Beverage Control Commission and the as Burial Agent for the Town. State Fire Marshall's Office in the licensing Deaths and Marriages Recorded 19 • Completed the annual renewal process process. Licenses for all applicable licenses,permits and Licenses and Fees certificates while ensuring compliance Kennel License 1 Burial Permits $108000 with Chapter XVII of the Town's , . Dog Licenses 654 ordinances. Dog Licenses 6,604.50 Cat Licenses 325 • Ensured compliance with state guidelines Cat Licenses 2,837.00 Seven Day All Alcoholic in the filing of necessary annual reports Marriages 5,550.00 Common Victualler (Restaurants) 21 with the Alcohol Beverage Control Raffle 210.00 Seven Day Wine/Malt Commission and the Department of Hunting Licenses 1,001.25 Common Victualler (Restaurants) 4 Public safety. • Ensured access to all polling locations Wildland Stamps—Resident Six Day All Alcoholic throughout the Town. and Non-Resident 1,640.00 Common Victualler (Restaurants) 6 • Archery Stamp 285.00 General on Premise 1 Coordinated Public/Private resources in planning of the Faire on the Square 2006. Sporting Licenses 1,826.25 Six Day Wine/Malt The Election Commission, directed under Fishing Licenses 4,915.50 Common Victualler 2 Massachusetts General Law, by the four- Sporting Fees 500.95 Common Victualler License 93 member board of election commissioners, Waterfowl Stamps 71.25 Clubs 10 has a number of responsibilities mandated Licenses Commission—Alcohol, Auto Dealer Class 1 10 by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 50 through 56.The Commission as charged Common Victualler etc. 117,940.00 Auto Dealer Class II 12 is to ensure fair and impartial elections Miscellaneous Clerk/Election Fees 490.81 Auto Dealer Class III 0 in the Town of Watertown. Responsibilities Resident Book 683.00 All Alcoholic Package Good Store 6 include: coordination of the annual census, Certified Copies 21,596.00 Package Good Store Wine/Malt 7 generation of voting lists and jury lists, Underground Storage Permits 7,000,00 24-Hours Opening 5 implementation of the National Voter Registration Act through the establishment Non Criminal Fines 335.00 Sale of Food at Retail 5 of the Central Voter Registry,maintenance Miscellaneous Licensing Entertainment 14 of the Town's residency database and com- Board Fees 35,715.00 Music Box 7 pliance with the Commonwealth's Campaign TOTAL $210,281.51 Automatic Amusement Device 13 Finance reporting procedures. Recording Fees Auto Repair 61 The Election Commission conducted the - Letting Out of Motor Vehicles 5 following voting exercises during 2006. Mortgages $134.86 Business Certificates and Shuttle/Jitney 1 DATE TYPE OF ELECTION Business Certificate Livery 18 September 19, 2006 State Primary Withdrawals 12,460.00 Election TOTAL $12,594.86 November 7, 2006 State Election 25 Data Processing apartment WtiThe Data Processing Department supports The Data 'eessingpartinenit and the Additional information was added to the the Town of Watertown's administrative Town Government Working;Group on Town's website www.dwatertown.ma.us. information systems and assists in the Computer Technology continued the project More documents are now in the Document implementation of new computer technolo- of implementing a new Integrated Financial Center.Plans are in place to provide addi- gies. Located in Town Hall, the department Management system. On January 1, 2006, tional real-time information and interactive administers the Town's wide-area computer the Town went live with the new MUNIS forms. On the website, citizens can access a network,which connects Town Hall, payroll system which integrates with the link to assessing information and a link to Library,Police,Fire,School Business Office, new financial system.Also,in August, the the new treasurer/collector parking ticket and Public Works buildings.Additional Town went live with a new MUNIS utility payment and motor vehicle excise tax pay- municipal buildings on the wide-area net- billing system.This new integrated financial ment systems. work include the Commander's Mansion, management system will improve the func- Senior Center, and John A. Ryan Skating tionality of municipal applications and Submitted Joseph Mahoney, Arena.The department also operates a improve employee productivity.More apply Data Processing Manager network-connected IBM computer cations are integrated so as to eliminate which processes MUNIS Financial redundant processing, and many additional Systems,Accounts Payables,Purchasing, departments,including Town and schools, Requisitioning,Payroll,Water/Sewer Billing, were provided access to the new system. and Real Estate Tax Billing. Other adminis- trative systems, such as Appraisal and Many new desktops were installed at the Motor Vehicle Billing, are supported by Town Hall,Library,and Public Safety Departments.A remote monitoring system outside vendors or service bureaus. was installed to monitor the files servers. The Town's computer network provides a Laptops and a VPN appliance were pur- complete electronic platform for employees chased to provide remote access to the net- to communicate and share documents. work.In coordination with the Purchasing Built on a backbone of high-speed fiber- Department, copiers were installed with optic cabling,the system allows for private scanning capabilities and network printing and secure communications among Town functionality. The department also assisted departments.A firewall gateway provides in the fiber-optic relocation to the new secure Internet, e-mail, and web browsing, Watertown Free Public Library.Also, a new Anti-virus software is installed to update core switch was installed in Town Hall to network computers automatically from a provide high-speed connections to the secure website.Anti-spam software is School Business Office,Public Safety, and installed to control spam e-mail.Web Library. monitoring and filtering software is installed as well. 26 Tow n ey Kopelman and Paige continued in 2006 in its As Town Attorney,we'ontinue o provide manner,we are able to assist the Town to longstanding role as Town Attorney for the representation for.the Town before various better manage its budget and reduce munici- City known as the Town of Watertown.We state and federal courts,as well as adminis- pal legal costs. attended all Town Council meetings, advising trative agencies including the Civil Service the Town Council on issues of charter inter- Commission,the Labor Relations Com- We value our role in Watertown and our abil pretation,parliamentary procedure, and the mission,and the Massachusetts Commission iry to provide assistance to the Town's gov application of state statutes and Town ordi- Against Discrimination.We also worked with ernment.As always,we appreciate our nances to matters considered by the council. the Town in matters involving agencies such longstanding relationship with the Town We worked closely with the Town Manager as the United States Environmental Protection Council,Town Manager,and the boards and department heads on matters ranging AgencS;the Deartment of Public Health,and commissions,and department heads,and look forward to providing advice and assis- from real estate transactions to labor rela- the state Attorney General's Office. tions.We reviewed and approved procure- tance to the Town in the future. ment contracts and assisted in developing Kopelman and Paige seeks to provide com- Respectfully submitted, requests for propsals and agreements related prehensive, efficient,and effective legal to a number of projects undertaken by the advice to the Town and its various depart- Kopelman and Paige, P.C. Town,including preliminary steps for con- ments.We provide the Town with free bud- Town Attorney struction of the new police station,park letins and updates on a variety of topics to improvement projects,and renovations to the allow the Town to benefit from our leader- public works facility. ship in the field of municipal law.In this Purchasi,n D _ artment II � ��e�= 111 The Purchasing Department aims to provide participants.Examples of this type of pro- In 2006,the Town began using the state's a valuable service to Town departments by curement include the purchase of heating Comm-PASS system to solicit quotes and helping them obtain the highest quality of fuel,vehicle fuel,road salt,and vehicles. bids for a variety of items. This web-based supplies and services for the best price.The system has proven very effective in obtain- department also functions as a control to As in years past,the Town took advantage ing interest from a broad vendor base. ensure the Town is complying with of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Massachusetts General Laws and Local bidding awards. Bids that are solicited Purchasing works with every department to Ordinances. through the state are made available to identify potential areas where procurement municipalities and facilitate the procure- and contract administration can be stream- In 2006,the Purchasing Department con- ment process. These bid results serve as lined and more beneficial to the Town of tinued to support the newly implemented representative market rate information to Watertown. The Purchasing Department financial software system. Training classes define specifications for goods and services appreciates the challenges facing the Town conducted by Purchasing were available to available and identification of vendors to produce the most cost-effective and ben- all Town departments.As a service to other meeting the specifications,including pre- eficial results for Watertown. It is important Town departments, a purchasing newsletter vailing wage requirements and other related that we work together with other depart- was initiated to answer frequently asked details of cost. ments to achieve the most valuable and questions and provide valuable information. Computer equipment, computer software, satisfactory results from the purchasing Whenever appropriate and cost effective, computer consulting services,vehicle pur- process. the Town participates in consortia to pur- chase and replacement,public safety sup- Respectfully submitted, chase larger quantities of items that are plies,vehicle parts,building maintenance also purchased by other municipalities.The services (HVAC),and training and educa- Nooshi S. Robertson Purchasing Agent benefits to Watertown are seen through tional services are all examples of success improved bid results due to more competi- ful procurements exercised by Watertown tive pricing because of the greater com- use of the state contracts. bined volume and vendors that must provide reliable service acceptable to all 27 Healt _ artment The Health Department staff consists of Environmental Inspections:- 06 one full-time Director, one full-time Chief Food Establishments 341 Environmental Health Officer, two full- Mobile Foods 7 1 time Sanitarian, one full-time Head Clerk, Food Complaints 37 one full-time Public Health Nurse, one full- Housing Complaints 58 J timeAnimal Control Ofcer/fr. Sanitarian, Nuisance Complaints 84 and one part-time Veterinarian. Swimming Pool/Whirlpool 126 Hazardous Materials 92 The Board ofHealth consists of three Total 740 members that are appointed for three- During 2006,the Watertown Health Rubbish and garbage complaint. year terms by the Town Manager. Department provided ten Person In Environmental Health Charge (PIC) Trainings for food handlers - The Health Department conducts numerous in Watertown which involved over 40 par- mandated inspections throughout the year ticipants.Under the Massachusetts Food according to local and state mandates.These Code,the Person In Charge is"the individual inspections include,but are not limited to, present at a Food Establishment who is food establishments'grease-trap mainte- responsible for the operation at the time nance,housing,body art establishments, of inspection."These voluntary trainings are indoor au quality at skating rinks,tatuung offered by the Health Department in order to establishments,swimming pools and provide food handlers with the tools neces- whirlpools,group homes,and motels.The sary to operate in compliance with the Food Nuisance complaint. Health Department also conducts hazardous Code.Issues covered during these PIC train- materials inspections in accordance with ings include appropriate cooking and reheat- provisions of the Watertown Hazardous ing temperatures,when and how to wash Some of those complaints involved rub- Material Regulation.This program is your hands,and cleaning and sanitizing bish and garbage left out on the curb at designed to assist businesses in the proper requirements. non-collection times or days.The Health handling,storage,and disposal of hazardous Department distributed bright green door materials. hangers reminding citizens of how and when to place garbage and rubbish out for collection. In conjunction with inspectional work,the Health Department issues numerous per- mits.Before a permit can be issued,the permit holder/applicant submits complete and accurate information.In addition,the PIC training at Town Hall. Health Department reviews plans for all new and renovated food establishments, facilities with hazardous materials,tanning, Another portion of the Health Department's body art, swimming pools,massage estab- work involves complaint investigation, hshments, and Community Development Food establishment inspection. including,but not limited to,solid waste, and Planning projects. dust,odors,noises,rodents,hazardous waste incidents,food establishments,food- borne illnesses,nuisances,tobacco,and problem animals. On occasion,the Health Department must hold show cause admin- istrative hearings and prepare cases for resolution in District Court.Eighty-four complaints were investigated in 2006 and ten of these cases were resolved in court. 00 Swimming pool inspection. Massage establishment inspection. 2s Environmental Permits: 2006 Department Sanitarian Megan Baldwin, Feral Cat Program Food Establishments 214 Town of Watertown's Conservation Agent The Board of Health worked in conjunction Temporary Food Events 157 Christopher Hayward,and representatives with the Charles River Feline Rescue(CRFR) Swimming Pool/Whirlpool 19 from Veolia Environmental Services and Clean to establish a Trap,Neuter,and Return (TNR) Tanning Establishments/ 5 Harbors Environmental Services,Inc. program to control the feral cat population Body Art Establishments 1 within Watertown.In 2006,44 feral cats have Massage Establishments/ 21 been trapped,neutered (sterilized),and Practitioners 90 returned to a managed colony.Another part Hazardous Material Facilities 159 of the program includes rescuing the feral Watertown residents took household haz- kittens.Eleven feral kittens have been ardous waste to the Minuteman Regional removed from these colonies.These feral kit- tens were fostered,socialized,and adopted to Household Products Facility in Lexington. become licensed and healthy pets.In addi- Pre-registration at the Health Department was tion to being a humane approach to eliminat- required before any resident could enter the ing feral cats,the TNR program is financially site on one of the eight collection days during Hazardous Materials seminar. the year.One hundred and thirty-seven sound.Licensing the feral kittens through the adoption process actually generates revenue Watertown residents visited the facility Animal Control rather than spending funds to euthanize these in 2006. The ACO/Jr.Saiutarian's (ACO) duties include, animals. but are not limited to,patrolling the town, participation in a rabies/West Nile Virus task s force,investigation of vector control and solid waste complaints,swimming pool,tamping, • n� massage and food establishment inspections, , , and the enforcement of all pertinent state laws c' ez ca c4 es es and the Watertown Animal Control Ordinance. • adult Cats 0 z o o t o Enforcement action includes the issuing of Kittens o 0 4 0 7 o 11 Citations (tickets) for non-comphance, Feral Cats and Kittens sterilized/rescued by Col Typical carload of HHP products. responding to emergency dispatch calls,and Feral Cat Colony Activity in 2006 the prosecution of violators in District Court. Notes: Ci— Lyons Street, C2—16 Brimmer Street, The ACO educates the public regarding health C3—Merrifield Avenue, C4—53 Pilgrim Road, and safety Concerns involving animals and C5— 6o Prentiss Street, C6—40 Prentiss Street offers presentations in school classrooms and on cable television. As Inspector of Animals the ACO carries out Rabies Clinic _ the isolation and quarantine of suspected The rabies clinic is held annually with Thomas Cusick DVM participating.Dogs rabid animals,animals with wounds of P P g g unknown origin,or animals bitten by sus- and cats are vaccinated for rabies the first pected or confirmed rabid animals.These Saturday in April each year at the Watertown Registration at HHP Collection event. findings are reported to the Massachusetts Administration Building.This past year a total Bureau of Animal Health.Isolation and of 32 animals received rabies vaccinations at quarantine cases are often done in coop- the clinic. Hazardous Materials Seminar eration with Watertown veterinarian, The Watertown Health Department,with Thomas Cusick.DVM. the help of Christine Martunas,a summer intern from Worcester State,organized two Hazardous Materials Seminars for Watertown Hazardous Materials permit holders.The purpose of this seminar was to educate permit holders on the Town of Watertown's Stray dogs and cats placed in a foster care Hazardous Material Regulation,which is program. +- designed to protect,preserve,and maintain the environment and the public health in the Town as well as its water reserves from con- Rabies Vaccination Clinic at the Town Hall. tmination and exposure to hazardous mate- rials.Speakers at the seminar included Health 29 Mosquito Control preparedness plan that includes,but is not Town emergency preparedness plans include The Board of Health worked in conjunction limited to,Infectious Disease Emergency emergency evacuation routes,family emer- with the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Plan,Emergency Dispensing Site (EDS) Plan, gency plans,local emergency planning com- Commission (EMMCP) in planning larvicide, Animal Disaster Plan,Local Emergency mittee and debris management plans.The adulticide,and surveillance activities Network Plan (LENS),Radiological Response Health Department's emergency prepared- throughout the Town.In 2006,the threat of Plan,Isolation and Quarantine Plan,and a ness plans are part of the Town's Compre- the West Nile Virus (WNV) continued to Risk Communication Plan.In 2006,the hensive Emergency Management Plan. impact Massachusetts and the nation.Fifty- Health Department completed its Continuity seven dead birds tested positive for WNV and of Operation Plan (CoOP) and adopted Public Health Interns three humans tested positive for the virus, a Mutual Aid Agreement (MAA).The Throughout the year public health graduate Also,five Massachusetts residents and six Watertown Town Council voted to accept the students from Boston University School of horses tested positive for Eastern Equine provision of the MAA in June of 2006.The Public Health and undergraduate students in Encephalitis (EEE)virus.As a result of the majority of the communities in Region 4B biology and health sciences from Worcester WNV and EEE threat the Town applied larvi- have also completed these plans. State College participated in environmental cide briquettes to the Town's catch basins in Watertown's third regional flu clinic was con- health and emergency preparedness intern- order to control the emergence of vector ducted in the City of Newton in December of ship projects aimed at satisfying their aca- mosquitoes.The Health Department and 2006.This chit c was conducted to practice a demic requirements while providing the EMMCP continually monitor the emergence regional emergency response plan in order Health Department with assistance for com- of these viruses and adjust plans accordingly to test the feasibility of regional/mass vaccitra- pletion of important projects.Projects to maintain comprehensive intervention,edu- tions.In 2006,the Health Department partic- included,but were not limited to,low-risk cation,and surveillance programs. ipated in a regional mock Local Emergency food establishment inspections,massage In addition,the Health Department distrib- Network System (LENS) exercise with com- establishment and hazardous materials facility uted bright blue door hangers to area homes mu ities in Region 4B.The objective of this inspections,youth alcohol abuse prevention, with information about West Nile Vitus, exercise was to test the efficiency of this com- and emergency preparedness work.The removal of standing water serving as breed- munication system during a coimnuiicable internship program is an ongoing initiative in ing areas for mosquitoes,and personal pro- disease emergency.While several areas for the Health Department. tection from mosquitoes when outdoors. improvement were identified during the exer- cise,the exercise as a whole was a success. BU and Worcester State interns. ACO treating catch basins to prevent WNV. Clinic flow at a regional EDS flu clinic. Community Health Emergency Preparedness The Health Department is responsible for The incorporation of emergency prepared- investigating and reporting communicable ness responsibilities has significantly diseases to the Massachusetts Department of increased the workload of the Health Public Health.Watertown Health Officers Department staff.Watertown is one of 27 received lab reports from Department of cities and towns that comprise Region 4B of Public Health and other laboratories.The the Massachusetts Department of Public standard procedure requires that the Health Health (MDPH) emergency preparedness Officers conduct phone interviews to com- district.There are seven statewide districts in plete case reports.The information collected all.Calendar vear 2006 marked the fourth H... is used in the surveillance,control,and pre- year of Watertown's participation in the Incident Command at a local EDS flu clinic. vention of disease. Region 4B.During the last four years Watertown has developed an emergency 30 Flu Clinics Medical Waste Collection Day There were five public influenza/pneumonia Household medical waste was collected in the clinics held in the 2006 season.The first two spring and fall at the Administration Building clinics were held at Watertown Senior Center parking lot.A vendor specializing in the pack- and were designated to address high-risk aging,transportation,and disposal of medical populations.Homebound,elderly,and dis- waste was hired to handle this material.Over abled residents received flu shots via home 120 pounds of hypodermic needles,syringes, visits by the Public Health Nurse.Forty pneu- and medications were collected for sanitary mococcal vaccines were given to those who disposal.Eliminating these materials from the were high risk for pneumonia.In addition, municipal waste stream reduces the potential over 1,600 doses of influenza vaccine were Healthy Choices for seniors Program. for accidental needle sticks and the unproper distributed to local medical providers. disposal of medical wastes. Vaccine Distribution Program The Health Department serves as a vaccine depot for local health care providers.The Health Department distributes vaccines received from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to 13 Watertown health care providers.In 2006,over 1,000 doses of vac- ci ne for children and adults were distributed to providers. Blood Pressure Clinic at the Watertown Mall. . ncaio nus Watertown Task Force The Health Department assists residents who p Tobacco Control „.....,,.,.;, need help in resolving public health/med- In 2006,the Health Department continued its ical-related issues.The Health Department's collaboration with seven other municipalities, � mom— inter-departmental task force continued to Belmont Brookline Milton Needham address the needs of residents in crisis.The Newton Waltham and Wellesley,working task force includes members from the Police,Fire,School,and Health Departments, from a grant awarded by the state to reduce Health promotion literature on display. Council On Aging Food Pantry,Veterans youth access to tobacco products and the Office,Housing Authority,Center for Mental enforcement of local smoking regulations. Health,Mount Auburn Hospital Social In August,the Board of Health approved reg- Health Promotion Services,and a domestic violence agency retaulatiler that increased the penalties for Departments continued to collaborate in retailers who sold to minors and made the Over the spring and summer of 2006,the Departments t provide needed services for Town's regulation comply with new state law. Watertown Health Department created a During the year,four retailer compliance weekly seminar for seniors in order to pro- Watertown residents. checks were performed in Watertown.The mote healthy choices in food and exercise. compliance check entailed having a youth This unique seminar allowed seniors to under 18 attempt to purchase cigarettes.A socialize,exercise,and share healthy recipes. total of 164 checks were performed.There Traditional blood pressure clinics were held was one sale.The violator was issued a non- at Watertown Mall from 10 am to 12 noon on criminal ticket and was provided education the first Friday of each month.The clinic pro- on how to check a purchaser's identification. vides blood pressure monitoring and related In Watertown,there are 42 retailers with per- health education to the patrons. mits to sell tobacco products.During the year,each was visited twice and given the appropriate signage and tools to continue compliancy with Massachusetts state law and Watertown's regulations. There were no complaints about Smoking in the Workplace received. 31 Tobacco Control Statistics 2006 Total Permits Issued for 2006 *Special thanks to 11egan Baldwin, Compliance Checks (Rounds) 4 Food Service 152 Sanitarian,Kristel Pendleton,Sanitarian, Total Compliance Checks 164 Retail Food 62 Gerard Cody, ChiefEnvironmental Health Total Number of Tobacco Retail Caterers 102 Office,and Steven Ward,Director,for col- Establishments 42 One Day Catering 55 lecting data,formatting,and crafting this Number of Violations 1 Swimming Pools/Whirlpools 19 report. Total Money Received for 2006 Massage Practitioners 90 Massage Establishments 21 January $3,990-00 Mobile Foodservice 7 February $2,177.60 Funeral Directors 17 March $3,352-32 Rabies Clinic 32 April $13,283.81 Baker, 7 May $7,314.37 Group Homes 8 June $5,257.82 Tanning 5 July $1,845.91 Motel 1 August $2,825.06 Tobacco 42 September $1,630.00 Hazardous Material Facility 6 October $9,981.00 Body Art Establishment 1 November $14,385.00 Body Art Practitioners 3 December $9,340.00 Total $75,619.36 32 COW - - I ging Safety, Support, and Socialization Safety for seniors was an important theme This year the Senior Center welcomed its unable to drive.People appreciate the in 2006. On September 20, 2006, a lecture new neighbors at the newly renovated service of driver,Joe Cavallaro. on identity theft and fraud, co-sponsored Marshall Place and invited the residents to with the Watertown Savings Bank, drew 200 join us in activities down the street at the Connection with peers is important part people. Speakers presented information on Senior Center. of the Senior Center as people ple meet old friends and find new ones through various scams and offered guidelines to help older people to protect themselves. In the spring we hosted two special activity programs and stay healthy as they exhibits. The"No Place for Hate"display participate in the various exercise programs A lecture on how to plan for an emergency in April was at the Senior Center for two that are available. Staff person,Debbie was given by Watertown Police Detective, weeks,and it was followed by the'Windows Dunn, accompanies the special monthly day David Sampson,and Council on on Watertown"historical exhibition. trips that are available through the Senior Aging/Senior Center Director,Caryl Fox Center. who attended meetings of the Health In June, Ruth Thomasian received the Lucy Department's group on Emergency Nargozian Memorial Community Service Food Pantry coordinator,Deb Kaup,now Preparedness. award at the Senior Center birthday party spends more time with individuals repre- Ms.Thomasian is hoping to have a new senting a variety of cultures and speaking Changes in prescription drug coverage tree planted at the Senior Center in Ms. many languages.The position received an (Medicare Part D) continued to cause con- Nargozian's memory. additional four hours for the time required fusion for some seniors and we provided g to help people with ethnic diet needs as The needs of the more fragile Watertown group and one-on-one methods of provid well as serving more individuals with physi- ing information. Kathleen Wolf, the pro- seniors and their families were responded to b caseworker,Laura Gold who cal mental and emotional limitations.Food gram coordinator, scheduled lectures y , provides deliveries to people's homes are offered given by Social Security,the Prescription advocacy, support, and referrals. She when needed, requiring additional volun- Advantage program, SHINE (Serving Health attends the Health Department's monthly teer recruitment and scheduling.Ms. Kaup Information Needs of Elderly),and various task force meetings and coordinates with was honored at the Watertown Martin health insurance providers so that people other Town departments. She makes home Luther King breakfast for her work at the had current data to use when snaking their visits to clients. pantry and volunteer efforts with many choices. The Senior Shuttle has added several new Watertown groups and organizations. Sessions by the MBTA that enabled seniors people to its schedule.We offer rides to the We look forward to continuing to provide to get the new Charlie Card also drew many local supermarket twice a week for grocery programs and services to Watertown's sen- people eager to obtain new passes for pub- and other shopping. Usage of this service for population and their families. lic transportation. Other lectures were held remains high as individuals rely on it to maintain independence when they are on financial,health,and cultural topics. — ,. 1; �p► ��ti�t 1a��j ia�i ii�a iti 0 00it 0000 stir+iio itil Watertown vocalist Ann Bonfigho (stage name Deena Dennis) Ginnie and Joe Tucceri enjoy a dance at the Senior Center birthday party, entertains her fans at the Senior Center, October 25, 2oo6. June g, 2oo6. 33 QZ Recreatic�fi [ partment an Or ization This depar`r1161 Wc6ntfn_WuZo empt to 2oo in g make the citizens-more aware of one of the 6 Programming g The function of the Watertown Recreation Department is to provide a year-round town's most valuable assets,Arsenal Park. Winter recreation program for the citizens of Our Pre-K Sports Program was held at the Watertown. It is the goal of this department Arsenal Park.Working with the Watertown that all citizens have the opportunity to Youth Soccer Director,we scheduled many - of their 6 versus 6 and 8 versus 8 games at enjoy their leisure time with enjoyable ,.. ��. activities in a safe environment. the park.Working with the Watertown Police Department, a Street Hockey -j The Director and Head Clerk are the only Program for middle school age youngsters full-time employees of the department. Part- was conducted at Arsenal Park.The time and seasonal employees are hired to Recreation Department's Adult Tennis instruct and supervise the various programs Lessons and a new Teenage Tennis Lessons of the department during the year. were held at Arsenal Park, thus exposing p g the park to hundreds of the Town's citizens. With the arrival of winter comes a wide range New Department Initiatives of Basketball Programs for the citizens of the and Expansions The Recreation Department has taken advan- town.Kids Just Love Crafts,an arts&crafts tage of the newly developed Watertown Web program for 2-to 4-year-olds was held once The Recreation Department,the Depart Site www ci.watertown.ma.us to increase again at the Watertown Boys&Girls Club. ment of Community Development and communication and accessibility to our Also this winter,the Recreation Department DPW worked on the following Capital programs, applications,permits and fea- expanded its Pre-K Sports Program to include Improvement Projects that were completed tures of each facility for our residents.We a third winter session.This program included in 2006. The Bartley Track at Victory Field have also set up a database of 1900 stu- soccer and T-ball and was also held on was resurfaced this past summer, and the dents and 90 special-needs participants in Mondays and Thursdays at the Boys&Girls tot-lot at the O'Connell Playground was order to contact or communicate by email Club.The department's Elementary School replaced. or regular mail. Basketball Program held practices at the The department continues to run family Cunniff,Lowell and Hosmer Schools during trips to the Big Apple Circus at City Hall the week.A floor hockey program was also Plaza,Disney on Ice: One Hundred Years of played at the Hosmer School for youngsters Magic at the TD Banknorth Garden and the in grades 2 to 8.Also,middle school young- Pawtucket Red Sox games at McCoy Field. sters participated in a Friday Night Open Gym The department conducts Vacation Drop-In and Sunday In-Town Basketball Program.At Gym Programs during December, February the Kelley Gym at Watertown High School,on and April school breaks.We provide two Sunday nights,we had an Over-35 Basketball interactive entertainment shows for the Program.A Sunday morning drop-in basket- youngsters during the February program, ball program for adults was once again run at the middle school this winter.Baton The Recreation Department's Pre-K Sports classes for youngsters were held at the Program was also expanded with sessions Cunniff School on Tuesday evenings.The in the winter, spring, summer and fall. The Watertown Recreation Department in con- winter sessions were held at the Watertown junction with its counterpart in Belmont con- Boys&Girls Club.This summer's session ducted various programs for our special- was a combination of sports and arts& needs population.Programming for the spe- crafts.A Girls Softball League was expanded 2oo6 Family Summer Cookout cial citizens of the town included bowling, to include 8th graders this spring. The basketball,swimming,Friday night socials league consisted of eight teams and over and floor hockey.A Saturday Night Skiing 100 girls. The Recreation Department Program was held at Nashoba Valley,in thanks the many volunteer coaches who which 35 middle and high school students made this softball league possible. participated. 34 Spring Opera House in Boston and 40 tickets to a field,softball,ragball,whiffleball and more. matinee of the Big Apple Circus at City Hall Playground field trips were taken to various Plaza,Boston.Also we purchased 50 locations in Greater Boston.Youth Tennis Pawtucket Red Sox tickets for families in Lessons were given at the Mary Williams Watertown to attend a professional baseball Tennis Courts at Victon-Field Aith over 100 rt.a•_:: game on a Sunday in June. children taking part. Summer For the 38th year the Pequossette Summer Recreation Program was an intricate part f of this summer activities for the youth of Watertown.The camp runs four two-week sessions for youngsters 4 to 13.On average there were 180 campers at each session.The daily activities include music,at &crafts, playground games,sports,ping-pong,foos- F ball and gym play.The youngsters also went to the MDC pool to swim,to Arsenal Park for a cookout and other varied field trips.There ' were camp sleepovers for the older children, one of which was held on the grounds of the r . Watertown Middle School.Family Nights and Talent Shows also added to summer enter- tainment for many of the town's residents. The department owes a special thanks to the During the spring the department conducted - Watertown School Committee for its support a wide range of programs for the citizens of of the Pequossette Summer Recreation Watertown.Spring Programs included Pre-K / Program. Sports,T-Ball for youngsters hi grades K and Summer Basketball Leagues were run for 1 and ragball for children in grades 2 and 3. :_ children and adults at many of the town's Baton classes were held at the Cunniff School courts.The youth portion of the program for children ages 4 to 16.This program cul- included both instruction and games,while minated with a recital at the Hosmer School the adult leagues produced many highly com- Auditorium and participation in the annual petitive contests.Hundreds of people partici- Memorial Day Parade.The M.John Moxley pated in the program as players and/or Track Program was again held at Victory spectators. Field for children in grades 4 and 5.A Sandlot Baseball clinic was held during the April school vacation at the O'Connell Playground.Also during the April vacation a sports program was held at the middle school for youngsters from grades 2 to 8.A Girls Softball League was held for youngsters in grades 2 to 8.Adult lessons for tennis were also conducted this past year at the Arsenal Park.During the spring the depart- ment continued its programming for the spe- The department conducted a Swmner cial citizens of the town.The department also Playground Program at the Arsenal,Bemis, issued permits for use of the town's playing Casey,Filippello and Victory Field Parks.The fields and picnic areas.The department activities on the playgrounds included arts& offered 25 group rate tickets to Annie at the crafts,baseball,basketball,tennis,track& 35 Fall Revenues and Other the many Capital Projects that have been Activities completed and those in the planning stages. Revenues from programs and other sources These projects will greatly enhance our totaled over$136,000.00.These moneys town parks and make Watertown a better were used to fund many of the department's place to live and play. programs.The income from permits to use Respectfully submitted, Arsenal Park in 2006 totaled$19,739.00. Permit and Picnic Fees for the other parks in town totaled$10,449.50. Thomas J. Sullivan *i►w+- The department worked with many groups Director of Recreation and individuals to arrange for field use Flag-tag football, soccer, mini-basketball throughout the town during 2006. Over and field hockey programs were offered the 1,900 park permits were issued to groups elementary school students this past fall. such as Watertown Youth Soccer,Watertown Drop-In Gym Programs were held at the Youth Baseball,Watertown Babe Ruth Watertown Middle School on Friday Baseball;Watertown Pop Warner Football, evenings for the students in grades 6 Watertown Senior Babe Ruth Baseball,the through 12, and also adults.Two Pre-K Watertown School Department,Watertown Sports Programs were continued as part Men's Softball League and Watertown Inter- of our fall programming.This program City Team and a new entry in an Over-40 introduced 3-, 4-and 5-year-old children Baseball League.Permits were also issued to to T-ball and soccer. Programs for our many church groups,Scout groups, civic special-needs population were also con- organizations,businesses and residents so ducted during this time of year. The activi- they could schedule activities on the Town's ties included social,field trips and many parks.The department also issued hundreds sports.The fall Baton session commenced of permits for picnics and parties at Arsenal in October and ended with a recital before and Filippello Parks,as many people enjoy the holidays at the Hosmer School audito- the beautiful grounds of these two areas. rium. Our second and third after-school The Watertown Recreation Department basketball program at each of the elemen- would like to thank all the Town tary schools had 133 students participating. departments for their assistance over the This past fall some 30 youngsters and past year.Without their help and that of adults signed up for a six-week ski program mane of our fine citizens,we would not be at Wachusett Mountain Slopes. The depart- able to provide the townspeople with any- ment provided 105 group rate tickets to thing near the programs they deserve.We Ringling Bros. and Barnum&Bailey Circus would also like to thank the Town Council at the TD Banknorth Garden. and the Town Manager for their support of 36 • 3-3 ,�Ubrar' Mission Statement New Initiatives Programs and Services Watertown Free Public Library fulfills the The new library offers much potential for Quality service for children,young adults, informational, cultural, and recreational new initiatives. and adults featured several popular pro- needs of the community by providing grams though reduced in number because access to a wide variety of popular and ref- Highlights included: of space restrictions in our temporary quar- erence materials, resources, services, and • Express collection (new books not ters and the move to the new library.The programs that extend their personal and available for reserve) children's activities included story and sin- intellectual development and that reflect the . Ccbran-n software to manage public galong programs,book discussion groups Town's cultural and ethnic diversity. The computer time with visiting authors,and a collaborative staff works to create an environment which program with Perkins School for the Blind. welcomes and satisfies the needs of users of • Offering our new gallery space to local Teens enjoyed school visits,Dance Dance all ages and abilities and works actively to artists Revolution tournaments,and a Halloween attract new users to the library. • New"lighter fare"book discussion group program.Adults took part in book dis- • Two-hour laptop loans cussion groups,home delivery,Internet Year in Review •Wireless network for public use training,and a fly-fishing program.The On August 6, 2006,the Town celebrated . New website launched inaugural program in the new building the opening of the newly renovated and was a resounding success—author Dennis expanded library building.Approximately • Extended the school year for Project Lehane filled the Watertown Savings Bank 2000 people attended"Opening Day"which Literacy classes through additional Meeting Room!Project Literacy programs featured tours of the building, a special fundraising and grants included.ESOL,English for Speakers of exhibit in the gallery, activities for the kids, •Installed assistive technology software Other Languages classes,and once-a-week and full library service. Response to the .JAWS,Zoomtext,and Kurzweil 1000) on classes for parents at the Watertown Family new library has been overwhelmingly posi- all of the public computers,thanks to a Network.Two tutor training series and two tive,with rave reviews of the finishes, col- grant from the Watertown Commission tutor share nights were also offered.In ors,furniture, openness,and brightness. on Disabilities February;representatives from Bentley Low The existing 1884 building was renovated In addition to the above,the new library Tax Income Clinic visited ESOL classes to and is now being use as a reading room offers four meeting rooms for community talk about their services.An End-of-the- and local history room.We get many com- groups, group study rooms for up to four School-Year Parry and a Holiday Party with pliments on how wonderful it looks and people,a local history room, a children's tutor recognition were two very successful feels. The most gratification comes from craft and story room,lounge and study program-wide social events. seeing the constant daily use of all aspects seating, outdoor seating, a bookstore of the library by all ages. and cafe. i Opening Day crowd! 37 ! Pauli Stern was appointed TAB fulfills students' community service part-time reference librar- requirement.The group planned and -- ian upon the retirement of implemented two well-attended programs ■ Donna Ravn. this year. T` Theresa Parise was hired The Children's Department was unable to part-time as webmaster provide the number of programs that it nor- _: and PR librarian. mally does,due to a lack of space in our y ' - temporary quarters,but business began Children's Department booming once we moved to the new library! s* a Hanako Nishida resigned With attendance hovering around 100 for to work in her family's each drop-in story time,the Children's business in Japan. Department has just begun to realize the Vince Livoti resigned. potential of the great new space.In addition to programs at the library,the staff reaches Tutor training in the upstairs meeting room. Young Adult Department out on a continual basis to the preschools, to take a position at Personnel Danielle Dre resigned elementary schools,and community organi- For professional development and to learn Boston Public Library zations to inform people about the resources new skills and talents,the WFPL staff of the public library attended many workshops,trainings, and Kelly Deneen was hired. conferences. Circulation These included sessions on Health Literacy, Kevin Bradley was hired. �• Digital Preservation,Adobe Photoshop, and Peter Norman was hired. Emerging Technologies for Information Gathering.Training was also provided on Andrea LeClair was hired. the MLN (Minuteman Library Network) sys- Linnea Minich resigned. tem for our new employees. Librarians attended professional conferences spon- Liz Kelley resigned. , sored by Massachusetts Library Association Technical Services New England Library Association Confer- ► Rebecca O'Brien was ence, and the Public Library Association Conference. hired. Staff served on various professional and Namakha Dobutsang was hired. Curious George makes an appearance in the Watertown Savings community committees including the Bank Meeting Room. Website Development Committee,the town's Fred Grandinetti resigned. Faire on the Square Committee,and several The Project Literacy Department received Minuteman Library Network committees. Departments an award of$3800 from Watertown/Harvard Staff Day,held August 4,included Outlook The Adult Department spent significant time and Watertown/O'Neill Properties Community training,in-depth discussions of new poli- on website improvement in 2006 with the Enrichment Fund and a$5000 grant from cies and procedures, and a lecture by goal of making the site as useful as possible. the Bilezikian Family Foundation which Loretta LaRoche. A new book discussion group was born,fea- allowed an extension of the school year for turing"lighter fare."The task of organizing our students.A student advocate program Personnel changes occurred in the the local history room began and will be was started that assists students with regis- following departments: ongoing.Marketing the library's resources is tration and classes as well as producing a a priority for the department,as well. student newsletter and organizing a yard Adult Department sale. Dori Peleg from Watertown Community Ardis Francouer was appointed The Young Adult Department continued Housing facilitated four workshops for stu- Supervisor of the department after the to work with the Teen Advisory Board,TAB dents entitled"Make Your Money Make resignation of Kathy Quinlan who was for short,a program by which a dozen teens Sense."Also for our students,Mount appointed Assistant Director in provide input regarding library services,pro- Auburn Hospital staff presented a health Lexington. grams,and collections.Involvement in the education program that included medical 3S screenings.In collaboration with several On behalf of the Trustees,Administration, Reference Questions Answered community groups,two programs were held and staff we would like to thank everyone in person,via telephone, and e-mail: on Understanding Immigration.Bentley who helped make the dream of a new Adult and Young Adult 12,678 College students acted as classroom aides library a reality,including the Town Children's 2,750 and conversation group leaders.Twenty-five Manager,Town Council,Town department Young Adult 1,872 new tutors were trained this year. heads,the School Committee, all of our TOTAL: 17,300 donors, our architect,and contractor.We Trustees have a budding that will serve the commu- Attendance at Programs: In 2006,the Trustees and the Building nity well for many years to come. Department Number of Attendance Committee continued fundraising efforts for Programs the Main Library renovation and addition Statistics g project through fundraisers,mass mailings, Adult 13 95 and the Buy-a-Brick program. Items added to the collection: Children's 106 4,915 Books 8,444 Young Adult 59 1,234 In appreciation of the many hours donated Sound Recordings 881 to the library by volunteers,the Trustees Videos/DVDs 1,988 TOTAL: 178 6,244 honored them with a Volunteer Appre- CD-ROM/Video games 119 Volunteer Hours: ciation Night in June. In 2006,volunteers Adult 3,028 donated a total of 3,810 hours,including TOTAL: 11,432 Children's 10 772 community service hours served by Young Adult 772 high school students. Project Literacy's 65 Circulation: Main Libra Project Literacy 6,500 volunteer tutors donated an additional �'— 6,500 hours tutoring patrons in English for Adult and Young Adult 248,983 TOTAL: 10,310 a total of 10,310 hours. Main Library— Children's 120,294 With the opening of a new state-of-the-art East Branch 5,743 library,the Trustees decided that consoli- North Branch 9,169 dating library services into one building made the most sense for the community, so TOTAL CIRCULATION: 384,189 on June 30 the branch libraries closed, Mr JPBI 39 arvices Veter - s'VFl "Honoring Those Who Have Given Us the Freedoms We Hold Dear" The year 2006 saw an increase in the total • Made education omery GI Bill Events number of veterans and dependents served referrals to state colleges. January: to include veterans of World War II,Korea, Vietnam,Desert Storm,Operation Iraqi • Helped veterans with job search assistance . 106th birthday parry for our very own Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. in conjunction with the state Department 106-year-old World War I (Navy) &World of Employment&Training. War 11 (Army) veteran Russell Buchanan Assistance Provided • Transported veterans to VA hospitals and at AMVETS Post#14. •Assisted returning Iraq and Afghanistan clinics. • Russell Buchanan honored by the Town veterans in applying for the full range of . Held monthly Veterans' Council meetings. Council. state and federal programs they are now entitled to,including the Massachusetts • Ordered grave markers for deceased •Veterans of Foreign Wars Post#1105 wartime bonus. veterans. annual"Walk for Homeless Veterans"at • Enrolled veterans in the health system of the Arsenal Mall. Y Worked with Bob Kaprielian to videotape the Veterans Administration. veterans as part of Watertown's ongoing •Assisted veterans in submitting paperwork "Veterans Oral History Project."These to receive service-connected disability and tapes are shown periodically at the Senior pension benefits from the Veterans Center and on local cable television. Administration and DVS. •Worked with Watertown Housing Authority •Worked with widows of veterans to apply to assist eligible veterans in obtaining '"town housing. "`:FOR for Dependents Indemnity Compensation pLK FOR •OME{F5f (DIC) and widow's pension. • Enrolled hospice-care veterans in VA nurs- _MF • Enrolled eligible veterans and dependents ing homes and assisted living facilities. � , j WALY�R in state Mass General Law 115 benefits, . ; MF{F Continued the World War II and Korean which includes financial assistance for War monthly support group meeting with - -- needy veterans, spouses, and children. the VA. •Assisted those eligible in applying for . ,January 29, 2oo6: Town Council President Assisted the Retirement Office in research- Clyde Younger and VFW Post #1105 state-funded annuities for 100% service- ing information used in the successful Commanderjoseph Caouette honor io6-year- connected disabled veterans and widows adoption by the Town Council of Chapter old World War I (Navy) and World War II and parents of killed-in-action. 157 of the Acts of 2005 which provided (Army) veteran Russell Buchanan at the annual VFW Walk for Homeless Veterans at • Obtained burial financial assistance for benefits to disabled veteran municipal the Arsenal Mall. indigent veterans to ensure proper burials; retired employees; also spoke before also assisted with funerals for many the Town Council in support of this _ veterans. issue. • Screened veterans with service-connected ' Made a presentation before the Town ' disabilities and dependents to determine Council in support of implementing ti eligibility for property tax abatement Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2005 , under MGL 59, section 5, clause 22a— Amending Chapter 137 of the Acts of 04 22e. 2003 which mandates that a city or town in Massachusetts make up the dif- •Assisted in enrolling eligible veterans ference,base pay to base pay, between - > and dependents in Social Security, the municipal civilian pay and the mili- Social Security Disability (SSD) and tart'pay for those military personnel Supplemental Security Income. mobilized to active duty if the municipal •For prescription payment relief, assisted in Pay is greater;the Town Council p p p'Y January iS, 2oo6: Members of AMVETS Post #14 honor enrolling veterans in the state Prescription approved this item unanimously. Russell Buchanan, World War I (Navy) and World War II Advantage program. (Army) on the occasion of his 1o6th birthday. 40 March: .r • Spoke at AMVETS Post#41 on Veterans' Y Benefits. �. . April: •Fred Christensen,WWII fighter ace pilot from Watertown,passes away; shot down _- a_ 22 German airplanes, one of the greatest fighter aces in history. September,,, 2oo6:Shutt Detachment, Marine Corps League Color Guard at the •Attended National Archives and Records 2oo6 Patriot Day Observance at Saltonstall Park:left to right are Dominic Ricci, Edward Administration training at the NARA Aucoin, Camille Bastien, and Edward Mahan. Regional Center on Trapelo Road in Waltham. May 12, 2oo6: Medal Honor recipient . Watertown High School did an outstand- Captain ThomasJ. Hudner,Jr., USN, retired, resented Robert O'Neil, World War II Navy ing job in holding an assembly and •Attended military mobilization seminar at presented and Watertown High School class f reception for two Medal of Honor recipi- the 94th Regional Support Command 1944 graduate, with a plaque noting admit- ents,Van Barfoot and Walter Ehlers. Training Center in Southborough. tance into the Watertown High School Athletic Hall of Fame. May: June: • Memorial Day activities:visited schools, placed wreaths,parade. •AMVETS Post#41 dedicated their meeting assembly hall in honor of Berge •Attended the Watertown High School Avadanian,past National Commander of k Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner at the the AMVETS,past AMVETS Post#41 Hellenic Center where Medal of Honor Commander,U.S.Army paratrooper who recipient Captain Thomas J. Hudner,Jr., jumped into combat at the Normandy POs soBAN USN retired resented a plaque honor- nmvers CPl PAuts' > >p p q invasion. ing Robert O'Neil, a World War H Navy veteran and a 1944 graduate of • Participated in an elder care seminar at September 30, 2oo6:AMVETS Post #41 the Brigham House assisted living facility.Watertown High School as he was g g Y members Elliot Vanetzian, Steve Barmakion, and Sam ZouranJian participate in Faire on inducted into the WHS Athletic Hall of September: the Square 2oo6. Fame. • Patriot Day 2006 observance at . Set up an informational table on veterans' Saltonstall Park. benefits at Faire on the Square at Saltonstall Park. T October: `=r a � -" • Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans Services Thomas Kelley gave a presenta- tion about Vietnam at the Watertown Free Public Library. May 29, 2oo6: Members of Veterans of September 28, 2oo6: Medal of Honor • Attended Massachusetts Department Foreign Wars Post#„o.5 Color Guard march recipients Walter Ehlers and Van Barfoot of Veterans Services training in in the Memorial Day parade. pose with members of the Watertown Police Marlborough. Department at a Watertown High School assembly and reception in honor of these two outstanding Americans. 41 November: highlight of which was the distribution of •Veterans Day activities at VFW Post#1105. over 150 veteran commemorative books developed and produced by the church's •Accompanied Russell Buchanan to veterans' committee. Veterans Day observance at the State December: House and the dedication of a veterans' memorial at Northeastern Universitv • Russell Buchanan died December 6. • The United States Army Field Band and •Worked with the Watertown Police November 8, 2co6: The United States Army Chorus performed a magnificent free con- Department and the Shutt Marine Field Band k Soldier's Chorus performed an outstanding concert at Watertown High cert at Watertown High School. Detachment to distribute toys to needy School. • The Taxiarchae Greek Church held its families. annual veterans' mass and reception,the John A. R ing Arena X-111 51 ► The John A. Ryan Arena,located at 1 Demore,the program continu o grow, Chelmsford,Lincoln-Sudbury,Reading Paramount Place, continues to provide the offering something for everyone,from Memorial High School,St.John's residents of Watertown and area communi- Learn-to-Skate for the very young to a full Preparatory, St.John's Shrewsbury, St. ties the opportunity to provide ice skating scale Midget program for high school-aged Peter's Marian, St. Mary's High School,and and hockey programs to their constituents, players. The annual Ciulla Tournament, Waltham High School.This league plays its The arena is the home to many local groups. named after former Watertown Youth games on Sunday mornings during the high In Watertown,the arena is the proud home Hockey President Tony Ciulla,was held on school winter sports season. of the Watertown High School Boys and Girls Thanksgiving weekend attracting teams from Other local youth hockey groups benefit Hockey teams. The boys team,under the as far west as Westfield and as far south as guidance of Watertown High School gradu- Plymouth. On December 13, 2006,the from their programs using the John A. Ryan ate John Campbell,competes in the very Watertown Youth Hockey Squirt and PeeWee Arena.Belmont Youth Hockey,Newton Youth competitive Middlesex League. The Raiders teams, in cooperation with the Watertown Hockey,Waltham Youth Hockey, as well as qualified for the state tournament in 2006, High School Boys Hockey team,raised their the Middlesex Youth Hockey League all rent knocking off top-seeded Triton Regional respective championship banners that were ice for their programs here at the arena. High School in what many considered the won in March. These banners are proudly This year marked new territory as the arena upset of the tournament.The girls team displayed at the arena for the accomplish- was the home for the East Coast Rangers under the guidance of Watertown High menu of their respective teams. Junior Hockey League team. On the women's School graduate Steve Russo, continues to side,the Ice Sharks,a women's ice hockey grow its program.In 2006-07,they com- The arena is also the home to Bentley team, continues to enjoy their ice time here biped with Melrose High School to form a College,Trinity Catholic High School, and in Watertown. cooperative team that now is proud to sup- Newton South High School. Bentley College, The arena continues to offer public skating port a fully scheduled JV team. 2006 also a Division 1 college hockey program,com- petes in the NCAA's Mid-Atlantic Hockey pro- on the weekends, and this year was proud to marked the continued growth of the add skating lessons during the Sunday after- Watertown Middle School hockey program. gram.Both Trinity Catholic and Newton noon public skating sessions.Under the Under the tutelage of Coach John Sorabella, South High School play all of their home games at the John A. Ryan Arena. direction of Oksana Olenina,former figure the team now sports both an A and a B team skating competitor from Russia,these les- that compete with other middle schools in The arena also hosts the highly competitive sons have grown in popularity as the season the area. Catholic Central Junior Varsity Hockey progresses. The Watertown Youth Hockey program is League.This league has participants from p g Arlington Catholic Austin Prep,Arlington, Once again,the highlight of the season con- also based out of the John A. Ryan Arena. Archbishop Williams High School tinues to be the selection of a host site by Under the guidance of President Brim the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic 42 Association for high school state tourna- current gasoline-powered Zamboni. The children of the community. The John A. ment ice hockey games.The MIAA has once new Zamboni will eliminate much of the Ryan Arena serves the Town of Watertown again shown the confidence in the staff of emissions issues that face many of the rinks and its surrounding communities by provid- the arena to host these highly competitive in the local area.Future improvement plans ing a top-notch and safe facility.The staff games.We look forward to continued suc- that will be submitted as part of the Capital looks forward to serving the community cess and cooperation with the MIAA in Improvement Plan will include plans for the and its needs in the future. being a part of their tournaments for the expansion of the existing lobby, revamping years to come. of the existing locker rooms,and continued The 2006 season was once again a very maintenance and rebuilding of the arena's busy season at the John A. Ryan Arena.With From an internal perspective,the Town refrigeration system. the vision of continuing to provide the com- continues to support the arena's constant munity with a first-class facility,the staff efforts to improve the facility in terms of On a personal note,I would like to publicly looks forward to serving all of its patrons capital improvements. During the past sea- thank all for the cooperation from all of the in 2007. son,projects that were completed included department heads and their staffs in my first the moving of the visiting players' benches few months in Watertown.Your continued Respectfully submitted, away from the Zamboni room. This allowed support and cooperation is greatly appre- more access for players and coaches dur- ciated. On behalf of our entire staff, ing their games as well as removed unnec- we would like to thank the Watertown Daniel E Brothers, Skating Rink Manager essary foot traffic in the vicinity of the Police Department,the Watertown Fire John A. Ryan Arena Zambom room and its functions. Repairs Department,the Department of Public were made to the refrigeration compressor Works,and all the support personnel at the system.New matting was placed in the bath- Town Hall for their continued assistance in rooms,lobby, and locker rooms.All of this making the John A. Ryan Arena the facility was done as well as the annual mainte- that it continues to be. nance of cleaning and painting at the arena. Moving forward,the Town will be purchas- Looking forward to the future, the John A. ing a new state-of-the-art electric Zambom. Ryan Arena will look to increase off-peak This purchase will lessen the use of our programming in the form of public skating and skating lessons for the younger I IN A 4 AL Bentley College works out at the Ryan Arena. 43 Departme w blic Works 2006 was the first full year of occupancy of Forestry Parks the new Department of Public Works facility. The Forestry Di s the pruning The Parks Division handles all maintenance and maintenance of our urban forest. In needs at 88 acres of Town grounds,parks, Departmental Overview 2006,the division removed 112 trees,four and recreational facilities configured in 12 Administration necessitated by storm damage and four by baseball fields, ,soccer fields, 1 field accidents. Over 260 trees were trimmed and hockey field, 1 football field and 2 water The office staff handles public relations and 186 stumps removed. parks,including picnic tables, cookout information,permits, departmental payroll, grills,and public restrooms.The division purchasing,invoicing, accounting,water and Highway interfaces with all groups using facilities sewer billing, commercial trash collection g p and accordingly,marks la n rounds billing, cemetery records,funding issues The Highway Division is responsible forplaying g g' maintenance and repair of approximately 72 for all baseball,football,field hockey, and surrounding all construction contracts, and played games d by high school interface with state and federal agencies. miles of Town roadway and 144 miles of soccer b P Y g Administrative staff also maintains communi- Town sidewalk, maintenance and repair of Recreation Department, and youth groups cations with the Town's contractor providing Paved areas abutting or contained within in spring and fall. residential trash removal,and handles pub- Town facilities,and review and issuance of The division uses the services of outside lic relations, data collection and analysis, relevant permits. contractors to assist in parks maintenance and state reporting requirements regarding In CY2006,the Highway Division used and turf maintenance. trash collection and recycling. 828.15 tons of asphalt for pothole repairs Joe Tuson joined the Parks Division in and placed 450 yards of screened loam for August 2006. Cemetery street borders and other projects.The DPW The cemetery division is responsible for has recycled-69.04 tons of composting The department was again fortunate to have maintenance of over 30 acres of cemetery at material, I,184 cubic yards of wood the assistance of students in the summer of three separate locations, sale of grave plots, chips/stumps, and 2,873.79 tons of recycla- 2006. Students worked in the areas of preparation of graves,and oversight of ble solids. parks, cemeteries,forestry, and highway. funerals at Town cemeteries. Using in-house labor,the department Water, Sewer, and Drain In FY2006,the division handled 122 inter- reclaimed,regraded,and paved the DPW ments and 18 cremations, 1 disinterment parking lot, excavated and installed a base In the staff performed' water and burial of 1 stillborn infant.Twenty-eight course at Fillipello Park, and cleaned the reneewalwal s,repaired 41 house line service leaks, graves were sold for immediate use.Fifty-five Howard Street staging area. water main breaks,replaced 9 fire monuments were installed, and 20 flush hydrants,repaired 12 hydrants following the annual markers were placed. Contract Work flushing program,inspected or repaired 83 hydrants following inspection by The Department concluded work on a road- the Fire Department, replaced 7 main gate Central Motors way reconstruction project and on two side- valves,inspected 56 hydrants for minor The staff maintains and repairs vehicles for walk repair contracts. Contracts were started maintenance,repaired 4 storm drain lines, nine divisions,Town inspectors, and admin- on permanent street patching and bitumi- rebuilt 38 catch basins, responded to 137 istrative vehicles.Vehicles range from light nous berm. house line sewer backups and 89 main line pickup trucks to heavy dump trucks and sewer backups,repaired 13 sewer lines, related construction equipment. cleaned 3,200 catch basins, and extended During 2006,the department purchased a the high pressure area from Carroll Street to 2006 International chassis-mounted sander, Fitchburg Street by installing 300 feet of two 2006 International service trucks for eight-inch water main, also adding a fire use by the Water and Sewer Divisions, two hydrant in this run. 2006 Chevy vans for Weights and Measures Staff also performed the annual six-week and Animal Control, and a Ford F550 for use program of hydrant and water main flushing by the Sign Shop. and conducted weekly drinking water quality 44 sampling, entailing 520 samples over the Waste The committee initiated a speaker series course of a year, continued its new pro- With the end of the concept of Guaranteed which features guest speakers with expert- gram of testing of larger commercial-sized Annual Tonnage,there were no further ise on various topics of environmental water meters,marked,inspected, and sam- sales of Watertown's capacity at the inciner- importance as a forum for public pled river outfalls for quality of the Charles ator in North Andover. education. River, continued our programs for smoke testing and television inspection of sewer Recycling The department established a working rela- and drain lines, cleaned and performed tel- tionship with Roots and Shoots,a group of Mary Delahanty joined the department as elementary school students interested in evision inspection of two sewer siphons, the Recycling Center Attendant in December conducted annual rounds of sampling for g environmental causes. 2oo6. lead in drinking water at residences and The department also applied to the Massa- elementary schools,and continued updates Recycling Center operations continue to chusetts Department of Environmental on the new GPS program with data points operate on an interim basis in an area Protection for grants to purchase rain for water, sewer,and drain systems. abutting the old Recycling Center.As the barrels,for a guest speaker on environ- department continues to search for a per- mentally friendly lawn maintenance, and Eight hundred feet of sewer line were operations, col- rehabilitated and fined. manent site to relocate the o p for purchase of compost bins,to restart lections continue successfully,increasing the program for sale of these units. Bill Pirozzi joined the Water Division in volumes over those collected in the past. November,and John"Jay" Gulla was called back to active duty with the National Guard Environment in November. Working with the Town's contractor for traffic signal maintenance,the department Site Review Process and the Town Environment and Energy The department was saddened by the pass- Efficiency Committee received$51,870 in ing of our Town Engineer, George Whittie, incentive monies from applications filed in December 2006. with NSTAR for placement of new energy efficient LED traffic signals across the Town Department staff conducted plan reviews, and in Watertown Square. in addition to inspections,and meetings with project pro- bringing in reimbursement dollars,the ponents for major construction projects work will save the Town energy and money within the Town. with each fixture placed for years to come. 45 ment Pol is ` rt Bureau of Administrative During 200 ,t e Vo ce 6e ent contin- The Domestic Violence Unit was established Services ued to fund its highly acclaimed and suc- in 1992 and investigates over 200 cases a In 2006,the Police Department received cessful Cops&Kids program at the middle year. Det.Joseph Kelly was appointed as the a grant from the Commonwealth of school. The department also continued sev- Domestic Violence Officer in June of 2002. Massachusetts to continue implementation eral other programs at the middle school, In addition,the unit provides legal advice, of the community policing program. These such as:Young Women's Issues,Middle support,and assistance to other agencies, funds allow for a myriad of activities to School Citizen Police Academy,and Girls with the emphasis being placed on the bring the citizens of Watertown and the LEAP. The department conducted its 19th& safety of the victim and prosecution of Police Department together for improving 20th Citizen Police Academies, several RAD the abuser. the quality of life and combating crime. (Rape Aggression Defense) programs,and This grant is also providing funding for our the department is instrumental in the con- Narcotics Unit membership in the North Eastern Middlesex tinued operation of several programs con- This department is a member of the Law Enforcement Council (NEMLEC). This ducted at the Watertown High School Suburban Middlesex County Drug Task is a regional task force which provides a including the Fitness Gym and Law Class. Force (SMCDTF) which was formed in number of support services to combat During the spring of 2006,the department 1996 and consists of officers from nine criminal activities and domestic or foreign also ran its successful Police Athletic area police departments.The division cur- terrorism. Our department provides sup- League. rently has one detective assigned to this port personnel for NEMLEC's Rapid On December 7, 2006,the Watertown task force. In the year of 2006 the SMCDTF Response Team (RRT), SWAT, dispatch, Police Department was reaccredited by has conducted 55 investigations. These motorcycle officers, computer and criminal the Massachusetts Police Accreditation investigations resulted in the arrest of 70 investigation. The department also received Commission. Currently there are only 23 persons and the following seizures: a 2006 state and federal bulletproof vest law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts Drugs: grant,which allowed the much-needed that have achieved state accreditation. This Cocaine: 5,966 Grams replacement of any officer's vest older than award is granted for a three-year period. Heroin: 66 Grams 5 years. The Governor's Highway&Safety Ecstasy: 169 Tablets Bureau ranted the Watertown Police In 2006,the department continued to g upgrade our radio infrastructure, replacing Marijuana: 83 Pounds/1 Ounce Department a traffic enforcement grant to Oyxcontin: 209 Pills fund several mobilizations, such as: Click It outdated and non-supported communica- tions equipment with new equipment that Vicodin: 42 Pills or Ticket,You Drink&Drive,You Lose, Psilocybin: 1/2 Pound Road.Respect,and Impaired Driving. meets newer FCC government guidelines p p g and NEMLEC digital standards. Klonopin: 368 Pills The Police Department is continuing to Flexeral: 17 Pills working closely with Watertown's Wayside Detective Division Lorazepam: 479 Pills Multi-Service Center and the Department of The Detective Division is comprised of the Codeine: 48 Pills Public Heath on the second phase of a Investigative Unit, Licensing Unit,Juvenile Valium: 100 Pills state-funded heroin and other opiates plan- Unit,Domestic Violence Unit,Drug Unit, Librium: 98 Pills ring grant. The grant's goal is to implement and Prosecutor's Unit.Members of the divi- Xanax: 75 Pills methods to prevent and or reduce drug and sion investigated numerous crimes,initiated Percocet: 14 Pills alcohol abuse in Watertown which were Hydrocodone: 10 Pills investigations,inspected licensed premises, identified in the planning stage.The imple- and were involved in programs for juve- Morphine: 1 Vial mentation phase began to take place in niles,the elderly,the business community, Adderall: 55 Pills 2006. and the general public. Soboxin: 8 Pills Steroids: 20 Vials Lidocaine: 40 Bottles Assets: Vehicles: 6 U.S. Currency: $85,219.00 46 In June of 2003,this unit was decentral- Personnel Changes governing licenses,members of this unit ized.The unit is currently still operating The Detective Division implemented a conducted inspections of various licensed under this decentralization model. three-week temporary detective position. establishments during both day-and night- This enables patrol officers to spend three time hours.Any irregularities observed dur- Prosecutor's Unit weeks working with detectives to learn ing these inspections were investigated and The Prosecutor's Unit continued to work about the position. This has been found to appropriate action taken whenever deemed effectively with the Middlesex County be an extremely valuable experience for the necessary. District Attorney's Office. The Prosecutor's department.There were no other personnel The following is a report from the Detective Unit handled over 951 cases in the year changes in the Detective Division. Licensing Division for the year of 2006 rela- 2006. tive to license applications.These applica- The Detective Division has continued to Licensing Unit tions were submitted for investigation and work closely with other area departments, In order to encourage cooperation between report. The applications were generated by including federal agencies in the area of the licensees of the City and the Police the Police Department as well as submitted drugs,gaming, organized crime, sexual Department,with the intent to detect possi- by the Town Manager's Office and the assault,financial crimes, and firearms. Our ble violations of the laws and regulations Watertown Licensing Board. detectives attend monthly detective meetings where they exchange information with area APPLICATIONS: Processed Approved Denied Susp/Rev detectives.They attend the Greater Boston Detectives' Meeting which is held monthly Firearm Applications at Brookline Police Department and the License to Carry—CL A 77 83 0 1 NEMLEC Detectives'Meeting which is held License to Carry—CL B 3 2 0 0 at the Stoneham Country Club.These meet- FID CL C 27 31 0 0 ings have provided us with valuable infor- FID CL D 16 12 0 0 mation on criminal activity in our area and Alien Permit—FID 4 4 0 0 also have enabled us to establish relation- TOTAL 127 132 0 1 ships with detectives and agents from vari ous departments. Alcohol Applications One Dav Permits 233 233 0 0 Throughout the year there was a continued Sunday Closings 1 1 0 0 effort to scrutinize reported crimes. This Special Closing Hours 16 15 1 0 strategy revealed that many crimes that TOTAL 250 249 1 0 were reported were unfounded or false and that many employees committed reported Other Applications commercial larcenies. Auctioneers Special 2 2 0 0 Block Party 19 17 2 0 In addition to their normal duties, the divi- Casino Night 5 4 1 0 sion also conducted alcohol-related sweeps Constable 1 1 0 0 aimed at curtailing teenage involvement in Entertainment 0 0 0 0 such activity.Package stores, clubs, and Fair/Carnival 3 3 0 0 restaurants were monitored and youths Hackney Carriage 29 28 1 0 questioned as to proper identification. The Hackney Driver 77 72 4 1 success of these operations is a result of Outdoor Concert 0 0 0 0 the educational efforts of this division Peddler 7 5 2 0 directed towards the liquor establishments Raffle&Bazaar 21 21 0 0 and the strong enforcement action by the Road Race/Walk-A-Thon 5 5 0 0 Watertown Licensing Board.The division Solicitor 23 23 0 0 also participated in teaching several classes Tag Day 3 3 0 0 at the Watertown Citizen Police Academy. yard Sale 0 0 0 0 Detectives also spoke to numerous civic TOTAL 195 184 10 1 organizations on the topic of identity fraud. 47 The following licensed establishments have been extremely positive.The SROs of a bomb threat on a bathroom wall.An served suspensions during 2006: have become a tremendous resource to the investigation resulted in the arrest of two Detective Division with their assistance in students for placing the bomb threat on 1. General Market: Served suspension from June 23 July 27, 2006. a variety of incidents and cases involving the wall. students. 2. Coolidge Liquors: Served one-day The Watertown Police Department also suspension on July 31, 2006. Domestic Violence Unit became the new home for the NEMLEC Crime Scene Truck during the year 2006. Det.Joseph Kelly was assigned as the The truck is equipped with equipment and Juvenile Unit Domestic Violence Officer in June of 2002. resources to respond to a variety of crime During the year 2006,this department had This department investigated over 348 scenes. official contact with 142 juveniles,for vari- domestic related incidents,which resulted ous incidents,with 15 arrested and 40 juve- in the arrest of 84 individuals. This depart- niles summonsed. ment also received and processed approxi- Det. David Collins has been the depart- mately 200 restraining orders during this year. ment's juvenile detective since 2001. The Juvenile Detective's responsibilities include Det. Kelly monitors all domestic related- conducting investigations involving juve- incidents, conducts follow-ups, and con- niles,working with Juvenile Probation and tacts victims and defendants when neces- the Department of Social Services,and sary. Det. Kelly also attends round-table NEMLEC Crime Scene Truck. working as a member of the Juvenile discussions at Waltham District Court on a Encounter Team (JET),which provides a monthly basis. These meetings are with rep- Community and Staff positive working relationship between the resentatives from the District Attorney's Development Division police,probation, and the court system. Office,victim-witness advocates, and This program is designed to meet at-risk domestic violence officers from surround Accreditation juveniles in their home, school, or hang- ing cities and towns.Det. Kelly also pub- In October 2006,a team of assessors from outs with the intent to give guidance, direc- fishes a domestic"Hot Spots"list in the the Massachusetts Police Accreditation tion,and encouragement.The Juvenile weekly bulletin and through department Commission,Inc. conducted an assessment Officer also attends monthly meetings of e-mail,which keeps officers updated of the Watertown Police Department. The Community Based Justice (CBJ),which is a with current domestic related issues assessment was scheduled for three days, group meeting sponsored by the Middlesex in the Town. but the team was able to complete all County District Attorney's Office, school offi- inspections and reviews in only two. The cials, and police officers. The purpose of Training team unanimously recommended to the these meetings is to share information Detectives attended numerous training commission that the Watertown Police involving juveniles who are in violation of courses throughout the year in specialized Department be reaccredited. the law,probation (including CHINS), or areas of law enforcement. The Watertown Police Department contin- school rules that may affect themselves or others within the s stem. ues to maintain its accreditation require- others Investigations ments.Accreditation maintenance requires In the year 2002,we had the addition of In January of 2006,the Watertown Savings detailed documentation of training, reports two School Resource Officers (SROs) to Bank was robbed at 739 Main Street. and compliance with issued policy and our department. Off. Lloyd Burke was Within minutes the suspect was placed procedures, constant policy review and assigned to the middle school and Off. under arrest under the Main Street bridge updates, and maintenance of the facility James O'Connor was assigned to the high in Waltham and all of the money was and equipment, among many other require- school. These new positions have greatly recovered. ments. The maintaining of accreditation sta- reduced the workload of the Juvenile In September of 2006,there was a shooting tus is actually more challenging than the Officer.These officers work in conjunction incident on Carroll Street. Shortly after the initial accreditation achievement.The initial with the Juvenile Officer on issues regard- incident,four males were arrested in granting of accreditation is based mainly on ing juveniles. These officers continue to Waltham for the shooting. the implementation of policies and proce- work together on numerous cases in the dures. Reaccreditation requires proof that schools and the results of this program In December of 2006, the WPD responded the agenoT not only implemented the to the Watertown High School on a report approved policies and procedures but that 4s the agency has been following and comply- classes but is actively involved in the geted female middle school students and ing with the myriad of policies and proce- schools'fundraisers,peer mediation, provided a forum for these students to dis- dures implemented. field trips,bullying prevention, and parent cuss the current complex issues that young meetings. This officer regularly staffs the women face.The class was supervised by Department Training Watertown Police Department's Cops&Kids five of the department's female officers and During the year 2006,all members of the after-school program at the Watertown included guest speakers from various pro- Watertown Police Department attended 24 Middle School. fessional backgrounds.A self-defense hours of in-service training sessions pre- The department has one full time School course entitled Rape Aggression Defense sented by the Massachusetts Criminal Resource Officer in the high school and the Systems (RAD) was provided to the stu- Justice Training Council. The in-service middle school. These two officers build dents as an addendum to the Young training program has a core curriculum Women's Issues program. These two pro- rams relationships with the students and staff, consisting of criminal,motor vehicle, and g centered around the issues and con- constitutional a sense of security in the facility, of re-adolescent and adolescent constitutional law updates,first aid, and and provide guidance to teachers, students, cerns p cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). and their parents.The high school officer female students. Firearm training and qualification courses regularly teaches classes about the law and The Watertown Police Department contin- were conducted for all department mem- legal issues as they pertain to their age ues to offer the Rape Aggression Defense bers twice during the year 2006. In the group. The Middle School Resource Officer Systems program to women who live or spring, all officers attended a field-training regularly attends the department's Cops& work in Watertown.This 16-hour risk course at Ft. Devens,Ayer,MA,where all Kids program.These officers regularly reduction and self-defense course is free officers were trained and certified in the attend the Community Based Justice meet- for participants. In 2006,the department's use of the AR-15 patrol rifle. In the fall, all ings and work with the administration to certified instructors held three RAD officers went to the Boston Police Range at assist in obtaining necessary services for courses. The program remains well Moon Island in Boston where they qualified students.These officers continue to be received and attended. in night-time low lighting conditions. members of the North East Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council's School Threat In 2006;the Community and Staff In addition to the aforementioned training, Assessment Response Unit. These officers Development Division held its third various officers also attended training ses- assist other NEMLEC communities when Halloween event, "The Haunted Police sions in the following areas: the Incident their school community faces a threat. Station."For this event,the booking and Command System, community policing, cell block areas of the station were con- school safety,terrorism,illicit drugs, and The Community and Staff Development verted into a haunted house.The event tar- many others. Division uses surveys to measure citizens' geted children ages 12 and under. The fear of crime and satisfaction with the event was an enormous success and Community Relations and Staff Police Department.The survey also gives approximately 500 participants toured the Development Unit citizens an opportunity to make recom- police station. The Communityand Staff Development Unit mendations on how the department can p The Watertown Police Department has consists of three School Resource Officers improve its quality of service. On a quar- increased its collaborative efforts with the one Administrative CommunityPolicing terly basis, 150 random surveys are mailed g Edinburg Crisis Center. The goal of this col- Officer, and one Detail Officer. to citizens who have had contact with the laboration is to provide better services to department.The department has received citizens who have encounters with the One School Resource Officer teaches DARE an overwhelmingly positive response to the police and are experiencing a crisis due to substance abuse education classes to sixth survey questions. graders and also teaches younger r students mental health or substance abuse issues. about personal safety (stranger students Although the Community and Staff This pre-Arrest Jail Diversion program is a aboabo a traveling to and from school, etc.). Development Division was not fully staffed, cooperative approach between police offi- Thhs officer also provides support to the a variety of presentations and training cers and mental health professionals that three Watertown public elementary schools. seminars were offered to the citizens of focuses on creating alternatives to arrest, This officer is a resource for criminal and Watertown.At the Watertown Middle booking and/or jail for people whose legal information and assistance with trou- School,with the assistance of three patrol criminal behavior is directly due to men- bled youths.This officer not only teaches officers,the Young Women's Issues 2006 tal illness or substance abuse. Once in program was offered. This program tar- contact with treatment, mentally ill or 49 substance-abusing people often become Resignations: Heavy emphasis by the Patrol Division was more stable and less problematic to their Timothy B. Leavitt 04/09/2006 also placed in the enforcement of traffic neighbors,family members,and communi- Christopher J. Colman 09/04/2006 regulations in keeping with the goal of ties.Two evenings per week,a crisis clini- Corey J. Scafidi 09/18/2006 moving traffic safely and efficiently on the cian is assigned to the Watertown Police Deceased: streets of Watertown. Officers and equip- Department and responds with officers to Katie M. Hickey 08/07/2006 ment were assigned to monitor and enforce incidents involving mental health or sub- traffic rules and orders when necessary in stance abuse issues. keeping with this goal. Civilian Personnel—2006 The Community and Staff Development Promotions: None Officers were also assigned to "hot spots" Division continues to assist the Watertown for enforcement.These locations are where Public School System with their crisis man- Appointments: a large number of accidents or violations agement protocols. Officers regularly attend John C. Selig 11/06/2006 occur or where there are numerous com- meetings with school personnel to discuss Massimo Zegarelli 11/15/2006 plaints by citizens. procedures to prevent and mitigate emer- Retirements: None gency situations which could occur on Patrols were adjusted during the course of school property. The goal of this crisis Resignations: the year to address increased activity due to management team is to provide a safe envi- Raymond A.Igou 08/05/2006 crime trends,holidays, special events,and ronment for students and to adequately William E. Saltzman 08/13/2006 recreational events at parks and play- prepare for a variety of potential emergen- grounds. Patrols were increased during Deceased: peak shopping periods in the business dis- cies that could affect school personnel or Michael J.Annis 11/30/2006 tricts of Watertown. This was accomplished structures. by using motor patrol,foot patrol, and the The administrative officer assigned to the Bureau of Field Operations use of motorcycles. The Patrol Division Community and Staff Development Division Patrol Division works in concert with other divisions in the works on several projects.This officer cre- Police Department and outside public and ates electronic bulletins in order to share The primary mission of the Patrol Division private agencies within the area to accom- information with department members as is to serve Watertown's citizens through a plish the objective of providing the most well as surrounding community police cooperative effort and to protect their prop- effective deployment of personnel possible. erty through enforcement of laws and departments. This officer also complies Computer data is analyzed to assist in the with crime reporting requirements by the highly visible deterrent activities.The offi deployment of police officers to areas in federal government.The officer is addition cers of the Patrol Division represent the need of police attention. ally assigned to Cops&Kids coverage, department's first response to all emergen- accreditation support, and works as the cies and most calls for service.The depart- The Patrol Division, as well as the entire secondary detail officer. ment hired seven new officers in 2006 to Police Department,is committed to fill vacancies. They are Off. George Demos, Community Policing. One of the goals of Sworn Personnel—2006 Off. Crystal Dunmore,Off. Brendan Community Policing is to build a partner- Promotions: 0'Hearn, Off.Joseph Reynolds, Off.Miguel ship between the police and the community, None Colon, Off.Eric Garabedian, and Off.Mark encouraging interaction between the two so Appointments: Lewis.From the time an officer retires, it that we can solve community problems Miguel A. Colon,Jr. 04/00/2006 takes approximately one year to hire and together.This partnership also allows the George A.Demos 04/06/2006 train an officer to fill that vacancy community to let the police know what con- Crystal A.Dunmore 04/06/2006 cerns they have and which issues they feel Eric Garabedian 04/06/2006 During 2006 the Patrol Division responded are important and would like addressed. Katie M. Hickev 04/06/2006 to 26,751 calls for service and made 8,047 Officers receive training in Community Timothy B. Leavitt 04/06/2006 motor vehicle stops.These calls initiated policing and are encouraged to increase Mark A.Lewis 04/06/2006 investigations and events that resulted in their interaction with the citizens on their Brendan 0. O'Hearn 04/06/2006 Pro arrests, 70 persons being placed in respective patrol routes. Officers are also Joseph B. Reynolds 04/06/2006 Protective Custody,and 212 summons being relieved of their assignment for a portion of Corey J. Scafidi 04/06/2006 issued. These statistics do not reflect all of their shift to work with the community on the officer-initiated contacts made by patrol various issues and problems.Accomplish- Retirements: None officers during the course of routine patrol. ments include a Police Athletic League that has had over 450 youths participate who 50 are coached by police officers and dis- Public Safety Dispatchers Between January-and December 2006,the patchers who volunteer their time. The There are nine Public Safety Dispatchers Traffic Division conducted surveys, studied "Cops&Kids"program involves police offi- that answer over 100,000 estimated incom- traffic flows, and conducted investigations cers and middle school students in a struc- ing phone calls per year.The dispatchers for the Watertown Traffic Commission. tured after-school program between the answer all calls for assistance for both the This information was used by the Traffic hours of 2:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. In 2006, Watertown Fire Department and Police Commission in their determination for the the Police Department held two Citizens Department.The dispatchers come addition,replacement, or deletion of traffic Police Academies which give participating under the Patrol Division of the Police signs,rules,and regulations. citizens an inside look at the Police Department.They are the first point of con Department. Each class is made u of The Traffic Division also has two speed/ p p tact for all citizens requesting assistance or radar trailers,purchased with federal grant approximately 18 citizens of all ages and is directions from either department. The dis taught by police officers on various subjects patchers answer all E-911 calls,which money awarded to the department.These includingnarcotics criminal law,traffic trailers are portable radar units that display totaled 4,508 calls in 2006 and are respon- the target vehicle speed on a 3' x 3' display patrol procedures,and deadly force.The sible for dispatching all fire apparatus and also included a ride along,where window.This trailer can also conduct traffic program g, ambulances when required. They also dis- counts, counting the number of cars that participants can ride with an officer on patch all police cars to service and emer- patrol to get an up-close and personal view gency calls,which amounted to 26,751 pass by,by the hour e day,and recording of police work. their speed.This appears to be an effective p calls for service last year alone.These dis- tool in reducing vehicle speed in problem patchers are also required to make contact areas where the trailer is set up. North Eastern Massachusetts Law with the Registry of Motor Vehicles to Enforcement Council (NEMLEC) obtain vehicle information and confirm The Traffic Division also supervises 22 full- The Watertown Police Department contin- warrants on wanted individuals. Two dis- time and one part-time traffic supervisors. ues its membership and commitment with patchers were hired in 2006 to fill vacan- These supervisors are responsible for traffic the North Eastern Massachusetts Law cies. They were Dispatcher John Selig and control and the safe passage of school chil- Enforcement Council (NEMLEC). NEMLEC Dispatcher Massimo Zegarelli, dren in and around the public schools. is a group of 41 cities and towns that share In the event of any serious or fatal accident, resources. These NEMLEC cities and towns Traffic Division the Watertown Police Department Traffic have a combined SWAT Team (Special In 2006,the Watertown Police Department Division maintains a team of accident Weapons and Tactics), RRT Team (Regional Traffic Division conducted traffic enforce- reconstruction specialists who are on call Response Team), and a motorcycle unit ment activities throughout the Town.These 24 hours a day.These officers are capable that will respond to any member commu- activities included enforcement of both ni on a moment's notice.NEMLEC Motor of reconstructing an accident and determin- ry parking regulations and moving motor vehi- ing vehicle speeds and other variables con- Cycle Unit,RRT and SWAT teams train cle laws. tributing to the accident. monthly and are on call to NEMLEC com- munities to assist with emergency situa- The Traffic Division has two patrol cars and The Traffic Division received a$12,000 tions. In the past,Watertown Police Officers four Harley Davidson motorcycles assigned grant from the Governor's Highway Safety assigned to these units assisted the Boston to it. Officers operating these motorcycles Bureau.This"Click It or Ticket"grant Police Department with security for the attended either 40 hours of instruction at allowed the department to concentrate on Democratic National Convention and the the Boston Police Motorcycle Training detecting seat belt violations, as well as Red Sox World Series baseball games. In Academy,the MBTA Motorcycle Training detecting impaired drivers due to alcohol 2006,the following units were called out as Academy or an 80-hour course sponsored or drugs.An additional$5,000 of this grant shown below: by the North Eastern Massachusetts Law was for the purchase of new equipment. Motorcycle Unit 4 incidents Enforcement Council (NEMLEC). The department,in conjunction with the SWAT Unit 13 incidents The Traffic Division supervises two town Department of Public Works,purchased a RRT Unit 2 incidents employees who are employed as Parking message board with this money. Tactical Dispatch Unit 2 incidents Enforcement Officials.The addition of these Traffic officers also install child safety car STARS (School Threat two positions allows police officers to dedi- seats for town residents free of charge. Assessment Response) 1 incident cate their time to other police duties. Officers attend a 40-hour course to learn 51 how to properly install child car seats. In In the year 2006,the department issued the There were two fatal motor vehicle 2006, officers installed 284 car seats. following motor vehicle citations: accidents in 2006. The Traffic Division also conducted two 24,042 Total Parking Citations The department also has a Commercial infant car seat installation checkpoints. 7,984 Total Moving Citations Vehicle Enforcement Unit.This unit ensures Officers installed 76 infant car seats for 9,788 Total Moving Violations Cited the safety of the motoring public and con- families on two separate dates. tributes to maintaining the integrity of the These include; town roadways by inspecting commercial The Watertown Police Traffic Division,in 89 Traffic Related Arrests vehicles and their drivers for safety and conjunction with the Massachusetts State 263 Criminal Complaint Applications equipment compliance as well as ensuring Police, also conducted a sobriety check- 4,284 Civil Fines these vehicles are not overweight. This trait point funded through a grant from the 3,300 Warnings Governor's Highway Safety Bureau. A check- consists of three officers who are trained point was set up and cars stopped to check and certified U.S. Department of the operator's sobriety. This four-hour 40 Operating Under/Alcohol Transportation (DOT) inspectors. In 2006 checkpoint resulted in the arrest of 16 119 Suspended/Revoked Licenses alone,they have made over 145 inspections individuals. 76 Operating W/O Being Licensed and have cited vehicles for having a com- bined total of 309,058 lbs. of overweight The Traffic Division also received a grant commercial vehicles on Watertown streets. of 75 bicycle safety helmets from the 877 Accidents These three officers are also trained and Governor's Highway Safety Bureau,for 77 MN vs. MN certified by the U.S. Department of distribution to town youths in need of 69 MN vs.Fixed Object 26 MN vs. Pedestrian Transportation to conduct inspections of a helmet or in conjunction with a bicycle commercial vehicles carrying hazardous 1 safety program. 1 MN vs. Bicycle materials. MN vs. Other 52 Fire a rtiment W �'ii Fire and Emergency Incident East Watertown Fire station (Station 2), Mutual Aid Assistance from Response 564 Mount Auburn street: Other Greater Boston Fire The Watertown Fire Department responded Engine 2 Ladder 2 1271 71 Departments and Mutual to 3,996 reported fires and emergency calls Aid Response to Other for assistance during 2006.A summary of North Watertown Fire Station (Station 3), Communities those incidents and estimated property 270 Orchard Street: The Watertown Fire Department thanks losses as compiled by the Fire Prevention Engine 3 1,090 the Arlington,Belmont,Boston,Brookline, Bureau is as follows: Cambridge,Newton Weston and Waltham Fire Rescue g > > Accidental alarms/system malfunction 597 (emergency medical ambulance) 2,552 Fire Departments for providing fire scene Animal problem 18 response and fire station coverage during Bomb scare 3 Note: Some incidents require response 2006 when all Watertown firefighter units Electrical problem 36 of more than one unit to the scene of the were engaged in fire suppression activities. Elevator problem 51 emergency. Fire other than building structures 16 The Fire Department responded to other GGas leak or odor 5 One Multiple Alarm Fire in municipalities in Greater Boston several Gas leak fire 4 2006 times in 2006,under the established Heating system problem 17 The Fire Department responded to many Metrofire District mutual aid assistance Lockout house or car 82 calls for structure and dwelling fires during agreement.These responses were to fires Medical aid 2599 the year. The initial response to such calls reported near the boundary between Miscellaneous 26 is by two engine companies and an aerial Watertown and an adjacent community, Motor vehicle accident 169 ladder company,under the command of the directly to the fire to assist with firefighting Motor vehicle fires 8 deputy fire chief on duty.This first-alarm efforts, or to fire station coverage assign- Oil leak or odor 68 response is usually sufficient to confine and menu during major fires in other cities Rubbish/dumpster fire 24 extinguish the fire. However,when condi- and towns. Service assistance call 70 tions require the response of more fire Estimated Property Losses in 2006 Services not required 22 apparatus,the officer in charge at the scene Smoke condition 94 orders additional alarms to reinforce the Building and structure fires $585,000 Stove/grill fire 7 initial fire attack.These additional or Structure/building fire 6 greater alarms bring additional engine Estimated Largest Losses in Property Utility wires down 79 companies and aerial ladder companies to 180 Belmont Street $400,000 Water problems 78 the fire location. 77 Franklin Street $60,000 Total Number of Emergency 15 Edgecliff Road $50,000 Responses for the Year 2006: 3,996 Watertown firefighters responded to one g Angela Lane $40,000 multiple alarm fire in 2006 for which a 483 Arsenal Street $30,000 Coverage Assignment/Mutual Aid 184 second alarm was sounded. The location 12 Winter Street 30,000 of the fire and the date of the incident is Annual Apparatus Response as follows: Fees Collected for 2oo6: Date: December 17, 2006 Smoke detector inspections $25,760 Central Fire Station (Station 1), Location: 180 Belmont Street Copies of departmental reports $120 99 Main Street: Type of Occupancy: Business Required permits for product Engine 1 1,542 Number of Alarms: 2 storage, or regulated activities $17,225 Ladder 1 855 Annual fees for connection to master fire alarm boxes $19,360 Cargo tank-truck vehicle inspections $400 Required fire prevention inspections, conducted quarterly $560 Total Fees Collected $63,425 53 Inspections Conducted by A cooperative agreement with a private participated in the Community Fire Apparatus ambulance company to provide Advanced Remembrance held at Saltonstall Park. Oil burner inspections 72 Life Support (ALS) service in Watertown Smoke detector inspections 644 was instituted in November 1995.ALS Fire Prevention Week Open Inspections conducted quarterly: services are provided by a non-transport House Held in October Day-care facilities 44 Advanced Life Support unit staffed by two 2006 Public and private schools 60 certified Paramedics. Watertown firefighters hosted a successful Community residences 20 The ALS system is a two-tier model.The Annual Open House on Saturday, October 7, Nursing care facilities 4 Watertown Fire Department provides emer- 2006, at the Central Fire Station on Main Handicapped workshops 20 gency medical Basic Life Support service Street.Approximately 1,000 visitors toured Motels 4 and the dispatch of its ambulance unit to the fire station,inspected the apparatus, Fire Department Provides the scene upon receipt of a medical emer- and enjoyed refreshments,including pizza gency call.Watertown public safety dis- donated by the Papa Gino's restaurant at the Basic Emergency Medical patchers also send the ALS unit if the nature Watertown Mall and doughnuts provided by Assistance and circumstances of the reported incident, Dunkin'Donuts of Watertown. The Fire Department has provided basic such as a cardiac-related emergency,are emergency medical care and transportation within certain guidelines. Watertown Youths Attend for citizens in Watertown since 1975. The Medical direction for Watertown Advanced Middlesex County Public department has 86 firefighters who are cer Safety Program tified Emergency Medical Technicians. The Life Support activity is provided by the yro g South Middlesex Emergency Medical Dozens of Watertown youths and several remaining firefighting personnel are quali members of the Fire Department artici- fied to state standards as Medical First Services Consortium through the Mount p p Auburn Hospital.Patients are treated and pated in the annual Middlesex County Youth Responders. Public Safety AcademY� August 2006.The transported,usually in the Watertown Fire m � All members of the department certify Department ambulance,within protocols Watertown contingent attended the program annually in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and guidelines provided by the emergency during the week of August 22, 2006. On (CPR) skills.The department's engine com- medical region which provides oversight for 'Tuesday,August 23,the Fire Department panies and ladder companies are also ALS activity in the Greater Boston area. and Police Department welcomed the boys equipped to handle medical emergencies. Ongoing clinical supervision and quality and girls for a full day presentation of the The closest available engine company is assurance is provided in conjunction with two public safety departments' operations dispatched with the fire rescue to medical the South Middlesex and North Suburban and capabilities. Other activities were held assistance calls.Aerial ladder companies EMS Consortiums. at the Middlesex County Sheriff's Training are sent to the emergency scene when their Academy in Billerica. Graduation cere- specialized rescue skills or equipment are September 11, 2001 — monies were on Friday,August 26,followed needed. Patriot Day by a cookout for children,parents, and The Fire Department participated in a staff.Firefighter Paul Coughlin continued Firefighters who are either Emergency p p p representing the department by participat- Medical Technicians or Medical First September I Ith ceremony to commemorate Responders are also trained on the use of the fifth anniversary of the terrorist attacks ing in the program. the semi-automatic cardiac defibrillator. of September 11, 2001 and the subsequent Honorable Town Council These defibrillators have been carried on losses suffered at the World Trade Center, the fire rescue/ambulance, as well as the the Pentagon, and in Pennsylvania. Proclamation first responding engine companies and aer- Apparatus at the Main Street fire station and At the December 12, 2006 Town Council ial ladder companies,for several years. The the firefighters on duty followed a plan of Meeting,a proclamation to dedicate a new Fire Department upgraded their defibrilla- events recommended by the Fire Chiefs' flag pole to be installed at the Mount tors during 2002 to newer models with Association of Massachusetts and the Auburn Street firehouse in memory of enhanced features.The Fire Department Professional Firefighters of Massachusetts. Retired Chief Robert C. O'Reilly was unani- hters Local 1347 mously approved. Chief O'Reilly passed The Watertown Firefighters added a stationary defibrillator in the lobby g of fire headquarters in 2004.Watertown Color Guard participated. Off-duty members away at his Florida home on October 29, was one of the first communities in the of the department were invited to attend, 2006.The flag pole is to be installed at a Greater Boston area to have these life- and many did so.The Firefighters Color date to be determined by the O'Reilly family saving units available for early response Guard and Chief Mario Orangio also in the summer of 2007. to emergency medical incidents. 54 Personnel Activities in 2oo6 20-Year Award In Memory of Our Town Manager Michael J.Driscoll made the Captain David A. Melanson Comrades Departed in 2oo6 following appointment during the year, in Lieutenant Thomas G. Ganjian Retired Firefighter Robert Monahan died order to fill a vacancy within the Fire Firefighter Daniel R. Lavache on October 3, 2006.Firefighter Monahan Department. Firefighter Guillermo Gaitan was appointed to the Watertown Fire Department on May 27, 1948. Firefighter Appointment Service Award Program Robert Monahan retired on July 10, 1986, Ryan Nicholson was appointed a firefighter In 2006,the department instituted a Service after more than 38 years of service to for the Town of Watertown on March 23, Award Program in order to recognize the the Fire Department and the Town of 2oo6. efforts of members of the department in the Watertown. performance of their duties. Promotion Retired Fire Chief Robert C. O'Reilly died Letter of Commendation on October 29, 2006. Chief O'Reilly was None in 2oo6. appointed to the department on June 4, Firefighter Brian Rand:On Sunday, 1953. He was promoted to Lieutenant on Retirement February 5, 2006,Firefighter Rand reported to duty and advised Captain Joseph Costa April 30, 1959• He was promoted to Firefighter Thomas Stearns was appointed Captain on November 29, 1962. He was on February 26, 1973 and retired on March that he had observed heavy black smoke promoted to Deputy Fire Chief on May 1, 2, 2006. Firefighter Stearns served the Fire emitting from the chimney at 2 Maplewood 1964.He was promoted to Chief of Department and the Town of Watertown for Street. Engine 2 immediately responded to Department on November 23, 1971. Chief more than 3.3 years. the location where occupants of the resi- Robert C. O'Reilly retired on July 9, 1987, deuce were alerted and the situation was after more than 34 years of service to Awards investigated. Upon investigation, and follow- the Fire Department and the Town of The Massachusetts Fire Service Commission ing a sampling of the atmosphere within the Watertown. has established the Massachusetts Fire home,a dangerous level of carbon monox- ide was detected in the first and second The Fire Department mourns their passing. Service Award Program to recognize fire- floor units as a result of a malfunctioning fighters who have served their department oil burner.The occupants,unaware of the and community for 20 or more years. extremely hazardous condition in their There is a certificate and distinctive um- home,were removed from the home and form emblem to denote length of service medically evaluated,the burner was placed in five-year increments.The emblem is out of service, and a service company was approved for wear above the right pocket called for repairs.As a result of Firefighter of the dress uniform blouse or shirt. The Rand's alertness and quick notification of department is pleased to join with the Fire the hazard, a carbon monoxide related Service Commission and the State Fire tragedy was averted effectively preserving Marshal in recognizing the following mem- bers of the Watertown Fire Department, based upon their completed service as of December 31, 2006, as recipients of the awards: 55 Emer enMana ement Emergency Management •Annual h ous�inaten s in ormation Department heads assigned a responsibility The current practice in Massachusetts and managementrelating to SARA (Superfund under the plan were directed by the Town other states is to designate what were for- Amendment and Reauthorization Act of Manager to develop implementing proce- merly known as municipal"Civil Defense" 1986) Title III requirements dures for each department, describing how response functions will be carried out.A agencies as Emergency Management" • Clerical support for Local Emergency or organizations.The Town official responsible copy of the CEM Plan is available for review g p Planning Committee records and the for the Emergency Management Department required Hazardous Materials Response during business hours at the Office of the is known as the"local emergency manage- Plan annual review Town Clerk,in the Administration Building. ment director."Following the establish- ment of FEMA,the Federal Emergency • Other FEMA and Mass. Emergency Community Preparedness Management Agency,states have generally Management Agency state and area Watertown has a designated (uncertified) followed suit. In Massachusetts,the Mass. headquarters clerical tasks,which Local Emergency Planning Committee, Civil Defense Agency became the Mass. require attention and a current Comprehensive Emergency Emergency Management Agency. MEMA Management Plan.Watertown would be has encouraged cities and towns in CEM Plan eligible for federal or state assistance, Massachusetts to adopt the"emergency Every community in Massachusetts has a financial or otherwise,in case of an emer- management"designations.This practice Comprehensive Emergency Management gency or disaster. reflects the realization that community pre- Plan (CEM Plan).The CEM Plan is updated Watertown established an LEPC in 1988, paredness under civil defense guidelines has annually,and is subject to a major revision as required.The LEPC included the Town evolved to emergency preparedness and on a five-year cycle.Maintaining a current Manager (as chairperson) the police and management efforts during and following CEM Plan is essential to the community's fire chiefs,the DPW superintendent,the natural and man-made emergency events. ability to respond to emergencies that can health director, and the planning director. Those include hurricanes,winter storms, and do occur. The committee also included"emergency hazardous materials incidents, and now, The revised Emergency Management Plan planning coordinators"of facilities that unfortunately,terrorism incidents. Both for Watertown provides a framework were required to report amounts of certain FEMA and MEMA also recognize that munic- wherein the community can plan and per- hazardous materials if stored or used at ipalities deal with these emergencies form their respective emergency functions their sites.The LEPC was required to through the efforts of their existing public safety;public works and public services during a disaster or emergency situation on develop a hazardous response plan, and departments. Cities and towns maintain their the local, state or national level. did so.There is a requirement for the plan to be reviewed annually by members of the usual municipal operating structure, and The Comprehensive Emergency LEPC.The Town does so.Annually in can request needed state and federal Management Plan combines the four phases March,the Town receives"Tier Two"inven- resources through contact with MEMA-area of emergency management: tories from facilities required to report the and state headquarters. MEMA considers the presence of certain hazardous materials point-of-contact official to be the local 1.Mitigation:Those activities that eliminate emergency management director. or reduce the probability of disaster; during the previous year.Those reports are incorporated into an annual update,now 2.Preparedness:Those activities which known as Section Five.Hazardous Emergency Management governments, organizations, and individ- Aaterials. of the CEM Plan. Activities uals develop to save lives and minimize In Watertown the fire chief is currently the damage; The original focus of the LEPC was to be on emergency management director.The Fire transportation emergencies involving haz- Department principal account clerk per- 3• Response:Those activities which prevent ardous materials.Transportation modes are forms necessary emergency management loss of lives and property and provide shipment by rail,highway,maritime vessel, clerical assignments. The projects and cler emergency assistance; and aircraft and pipeline.At about the same ical assignments in 2006 included: 4. Recovery: Those short-and long-term time,the Massachusetts Hazardous activities that return all systems to normal Materials Response Team concept was • Maintaining the Town's Comprehensive developed. There are now six Regional Emergency Management Plan CEM Plan or improved standards. g Y g ( ) Hazardous Materials Response Teams The plan was written in accordance with established, and available to respond to any existing federal, state and local statues. community in the state. Team members are 56 career firefighters from fire departments On May 17, 2006,Watertown Police and • The Critical Incident Team, chaired by throughout Massachusetts.Team members Fire Departments responded to a report of Bill McCarthy of the School Department, are certified as hazard materials technicians a suspicious device at a Cleveland Road res- is comprised of public safety, school after completing a 160-hour training idence.The device was deemed a hazard department and health officials.The course.Team members complete a mini- and the State Police Fire and Explosion team meets monthly to plan for incidents mum of 80 hours recurrent training annu- Investigation Section attached to the State in the Town's school system. Evacuation ally. The Town's current hazardous Fire Marshal's Office responded to tend to and lockdown procedures have been materials plan calls for the response of the the device. Members of the Watertown developed through this collaborative Mass. HazMat Regional Response Team Police,Fire and Public Works Departments effort. when circumstances dictate. On September secured the location,relocated traffic, . Watertown's Police Chief Edward Deveau 10, 2006,the Town requested and received assisted Cunniff School staff in the safe a response of the regional HazMat team for evacuation of the entire population of the continues to chair the Northeast Homeland Security Regional Advisory an over pressurization leak of a liquid oxy- school and relocated residents from adjoin- gen container located at 191 Arlington ing homes without incident.Members of Council of the Executive Office of Public Street. The area was secured by Watertown the Board of Health prepared shelter oper- Safety. Police and Fire Department members and ations for possibly displaced residents and • National Incident Management System the HazMat team was able to contain the several residents were temporarily relo- training was continued and completed by leak successfully,without incident. cated to the Watertown Senior Center. The required departments,in compliance Although the designated members of device was removed by the State Police with the NIMS Program. Watertown's LEPC do not often convene for without incident.It was an all-around The Town will continue to seek any appro- mall the members nonetheless meet re u- "team effort" on the part of all Town y' g departments involved and was a fine priate grants for training and equipment larly as pant of the Town Manager's staff. relating to emergency preparedness that They work together at incidents when and example of their capabilities. may become available through federal or as necessary, and communicate with one Because of increased emphasis on home- state sources. another as necessary. land security and emergency planning, Town officials have participated in several Watertown's Emergency meetings, conferences and seminars during Management Capabilities 2006. Put to the Test • The local emergency management In May of 2006,the State was devastated director attended monthly Emergency by record rainfall and Watertown did not Management Directors meetings held escape without noticeable effect.Members at MEMA Region 1 Headquarters in of the Watertown Police Department Tewksbury. responded to the floods in Peabody through the New England Law Enforcement Council The Town received a Homeland Security to assist their counterparts.Fire and Public grant through the Executive Office of Works Department members responded to Public Safety that allowed members of the dozens of flooded basements to assist Watertown Fire Department to learn how Watertown residents.The Cunniff School to use hazardous materials rescue suits. suffered severe flood damage as a result • The Board of Health has developed plans of the storms. The federal government to initiate and staff Emergency Dispensing declared the storm a declared disaster Sites (EDS) in Watertown. In the fall of which made Watertown eligible for federal 2006, a mock activation of the EDS was funds to repair storm damage to infrastruc- successfully undertaken. ture.The Town received over$60,000 in disaster relief under this declaration in order to repair the damage to the Cunniff School. 57 Community Develo nt and Planning Community Development & • 'lown's'capital and John J.McCarthy,Jr.retired after 13 Planning Division improvement � - years of dedicated service to the board. In July 2006,four new members were The Department of Community Development •Administration of various community appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals: &Planning was created through a vote of development programs and grants such Stuart J.Bailey,Deborah Elliott,Carlos the Town Council in August 1982. The as the Small Cities,Home Improvement Fernandez,and serving as an alternate department provides a formal relationship Loan Program,and the federal HOME member,Richard M. Moynihan. Support and coordination between several boards, program. staff for the Zoning Board of Appeals commissions, and committees such as the Planning Board,Board of Appeals, • Initiation and administration of economic includes Nancy Scott,Zoning Enforcement Historical and Conservation Commissions, development policies and procedures Officer;Louise Civetti, Clerk to the Board; Historic District Commission,Housing which will allow Watertown to remain and Mary Crain,Senior Planner. Partnership,Watertown Community competitive in retaining and attracting During 2006,the Zoning Board of Appeals Foundation,Coolidge School Advisory investment to provide for revenue and heard and acted on,in accordance with Committee,Watertown Square Committee, employment growth. the provisions of M.G.L. c. 40A and the Facilities Inspection and Zoning Planning Watertown Zoning Ordinance, a total of 80 n Enforcement Divisions, and the Planning g Board petitions.The petitions included: 12 Special and Community Development Office, Each During 2006,the Planning Board reviewed Permit Applications; 34 Special Permit entity is accorded professional and support and made recommendations on numerous Finding Applications;28 Variance Applications; services by department employees. The aim residential and commercial development 6 Amendment to Special Permits; 7 Site of integrating these related agencies is to projects. The board reviewed a total of 12 Plan Reviews; 1 Petition for Reconsideration improve communication and coordination Special Permit requests, 28 Variance and 4 Appeals to the decision of the Zoning and to provide services more efficiently to requests and 34 Special Permit Finding Enforcement Officer.Total fees collected for the community. requests. The Planning Board also reviewed all petitions: $20,985. 3 Amendment to Special Permit Finding A summary report of the department's requests and 6 Amendment to Special Petitions before the board are generally for major accomplishments for the year 2006 Permit requests. residential properties involving building is as follows. additions,upgrades, and requests for new The Planning Board is undertaking an or expanded driveways.However, several Planning and Community intensive review of the Zoning Ordinance, large residential projects came before the Development Division The Planning Board members include its board as well.A few outstanding projects The division serves several important func- Chairman,John B. Hawes, and members, for both residential and commercial peti- tions within the department and the Town, G.Jack Zollo,Linda Tuttle-Barletta,Jeffrey tions are listed below: among them are the following: W. Brown,and Peter Abair. 109 Spring Street—Conversion of a non- • Staff support to the Planning Board, The Planning Board staff consists of conforming single family house into three Housing Partnership,Watertown Square Gregory Watson, Community Develop- dwelling units with four-car garage under, Study Commission, Coolidge School ment&Planning Director, and Ingrid R.75 Zoning District. This petition was Reuse Advisory Committee, and the Marchesano, Clerk to the Planning Board. granted. School Building Committee. 319 Arlington Street—Conversion/reuse ZoningBoard of Appeals • Representation to several state and Pp of the former Coolidge School for amixed- regional agencies including Metropolitan Harry J.Vlachos served as Chairman of the use development providing 38 rental apart- Area Planning Council,MBTA Advisory Board for the 2005-2006 term and was ments and with Auditorium/Assembly Use, Board, and the Regional Transportation voted to serve again for the 2006-2007 providing 57 parking spaces,OSC and Advisory Council, term. Melissa M. Santucci had held the R/SOD Zoning District.This petition was position of Alternate Member and was granted. • Coordination of real estate development voted to serve as Clerk of the Board for 28,520 activities,land-use planning, transporta- 2006-2007.The board's counsel,Michael square Grove Street—Conversion ofuare feet of commercial space for the lion,housing,and related policies. V.Barba,passed away in January 2006 after sq t serving the board for 30 years. In June Atrium School,an elementary school,K-8. 2006,Anthony V Furia retired from the Site and drainage improvements providing board after 22 years of dedicated service, 42 parking spaces with one-way access 5s from Crawford Street and Kondazian Street Estimated Costs of Additions and Alterations: Report of the Inspector of exiting to Grove Street,I-2 Zoning District. Residential $18,600,656 (597) Plumbing/Gas This petition was granted. Non-Residential $10,896,636 (111) Plumbine: Nichols Avenue, Lot G and 480-2 GRAND TOTAL $65,832,292 Number of Plumbing Permits Issued 624 Arsenal Street—To enlarge the existing Total Fees collected by the Gas Fitting: Armenian Cultural and Educational Center Building Department 2006 $956,021 Number of Gas Permits Issued 468 parking lot from 56 spaces to 105 parking New Residential Fees Received from spaces,inclusive of 2 handicap and 46 (2) Single Familv Residences Plumbing/Gas Permits $59,981 stacked (23 2-deep),1-2 Zoning District. This petition was granted. (5) Two-Family Residences Conservation Commission (194) Res. Condominium Units 73-83 Waverley Avenue—To raze 73 Raze Members: Waverle Avenue a one-family dwelling and Marylouise Pallotta McDermott Chairman y � g� (4) Single Family Residences ' barn and to raze 83 Waverley Avenue to Charles C.Bering construct 14 row house units with 2-car (2) Commercial Buildings Nancy H. Hammett garage under. This petition was denied. (3) Garage Leo G. Martin Louis M.Taverna Wireless Telecommunication Sites— Report of the Inspector of Wires Patrick Fairbairn 480 Arsenal Street, Cingular; 313 Pleasant Permits Issued 1056 Christopher J. Hayward, Conservation Agent Street,T-Mobile; 125 Walnut Street, Inspections/Reinspections 2120 The Conservation Commission reviewed T-Mobile were granted and 80 Bigelow Inspections for Occupancy Permits 140 three Notices of Intent for the following Avenue, Sprint/Nextel was denied. Complaints Investigated 65 projects: Fire Investigations 4 20 Seyon Street—A redevelopment Zoning Officer Electrical Layouts for Town and project. In the course of the year,the Zoning Officer Contractors 70 reviewed 738 building permit applications; Sawins and Williams Pond—The Electrical Violation Letters 20 61 occupancy applications;and 57 sign Electinstallation of seven ground monitoring applications.There were 23 driveway exten- Residential entiacal Violations:l 20 wells and wetland delineation. sions and/or new driveway approvals; 12 Resid Zoning Board meetings were attended, Commercial 0 650 Pleasant Street—Repair of the including executive sessions. Petitions Checked/Approved for Town existing paved surface and the installation Council from Boston Edison/NE Tel. 10 of curbing. The Zoning Officer has worked closely with Meetings. The commission completed the work the Planning Department and Town's con on revisions to the Watertown Wetlands sultant in amending the Zoning Ordinances Consultations&Information with specific areas involving the I-3 Zoning with Town Residents 95 Ordinance and submitted the final draft NSTAR 26 to the Town Attorney for review. District and height restrictions. New England Telephone 18 Inspectional Division Electrical Inspectors 16 Report of the Inspector of Buildings Traffic Commission 10 Building Permits Issued 738 Street light Outage and Follow-Up 12 Fire Inspector 8 Occupancy Permits 61 Fire Alarm Inspections 0 Sign Permits 57 Certificates of Inspection 32 Town Council 0 Complaints Investigated 26 Planning Board 12 Estimated Cost of New Construction: Fees Collected $117,525 Residential $35,135,000 Non-Residential $1,200,000 - 59 The commission,in its pursuit of educa- Beacon Park,917 Belmont Street, and Watertown Historic tional and public information efforts, devel- 154 Sycamore Street. Demolition Delays District Commission oped an informational brochure regarding were imposed ranging from 6 months the commission,wetlands, and permitting to one year. Members: process. Amleto "Mel"Martocchia,Chairman The commission held its seventh annual Harvey Steiner,Chairman The commission continues to work with Preservation Night and Awards Program at Audrey Jones Childs the Charles River Conservancy and the the Commander's Mansion in May. The Matthew Petrie Department of Conservation and Recreation 2006 Watertown Preservation Awards were Margaret Pasulka (DCR) in the planting and maintenance presented for preservation efforts to the fol- Linda Sternberg efforts along the river.As part of the ongo- lowing projects and individuals: Victoria Carter ing effort to preserve and stabilize the Christopher J. Hayward,Preservation Agent river's bank,the commission is pursuing Award Cateeory Award Winner Margaret Pasulka submitted her resignation ventures with the DCR,private businesses, Citizenship Award Janet Heywood this fall. She had served since 2004. She and the Solomon Fund, a philanthropic Historic ResourceAward Story Forge Project was an active member in the Design organization. In the fall,the commission youth Award Watertown Community Guidelines and Public Information reviewed the extensive work conducted by Foundation Subcommittees. the Army Corps of Engineers on the Charles Certificate 28 Pearl Street— Public hearings for four applications for River Restoration Project to stabilize the bank in an area east of the Yacht Club. Amy and Mark Vachon Certificate of Appropriateness (CA) were Certificate Roger Erickson held for: The commission advanced its responsibility Certificate John Piantedosi to preserve open space.In particular,the Certificate Victoria Carter 39 Marshall Street,location of an air- commission requested that the Army Corps conditioner unit. Community Spirit of Engineers formally delineate the GSA site Award Watertown 375th 28 Marshall Street, extensive historic to determine the nature and limits of the Celebration Committee— restoration and architectural access. wetland area identified. It is the commis- Joyce Munger,Lucia Mastrangelo sion's ultimate goal to see that this site is Architectural Preservation 18 Palfrey Street,reparation to front porch property remediated and free of buildings Award 97-99 Galen Street and deck and railing replacement. before it is transferred to the DCR as a pos- Environmental Preservation 271 Mount Auburn,installation of a handi- sible passive recreational and educational Award 120 Mount Auburn— cap ramp,window replacements, column area for the Town. "The Marshall Place" replacements, garage door replacement, Historical Commission The commission initiated the Watertown and vent installation. Historic Plaque Program.For$65 a prop- The Historic District Office staff issued Members: erty owner can purchase a 9"x 11" oval three Certificates of Non-Applicability for: David J. Russo,Jr plaque for display,identifying the age, ongi- Roberta Lane, Chairperson nal owner, and architect/builder of their 11-13 Marshall Street and 18 Palfrey Street, Henrietta Light property.The Commission researches and and one Certificate of Hardship for 39 Marilynne Roach verifies the property information.During Marshall Street (skylight). J.B.Jones 2006, seven plaques were sold. Mary O'Looney After a series of discussions,public hear- Donald S.Berg ings, and a neighborhood tour held over Christopher J. Hayward,Preservation Agent a 12-month period,the commission with- The Historic Commission continued to Walrl ter B.Fuller House drew further consideration of a historic review building demolitions for properties Chaes C.Donkin,Arch. district proposed for the Brigham area of 50 years and older,in accordance to the 1912 neighborhood. Watertown Demolition Delay Ordinance. Public hearings were held on 14 Demolition Watertown Historical filings—four structures were considered Commission Preferably Preferred: 24 Bacon Street, 15 60 Tree Warden Bookings: home into 13 units and 60 units at Christopher J. Hayward January 2006—December 2006 555 Pleasant Street, a 38 5-residential- Tree Warden Weddings&Social Events condominium development. (includes rehearsal dinners, A program to fund home repairs for low With an active Tree Warden under showers, engagements,anniversaries, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 87, a bar mitzvahs, graduations) 48 and moderate income homeowners was tree division under the Department of s Corporate Socials&Meetings 63 uccessfully run this year. Several home- p Public Works, an appropriate annual owners were qualified to participate and budget for community forestry programs, Town/Comp/Promo 5 received home rehabilitation assistance and an official Arbor Day observance and Year End Total 116 during 2006. proclamation,Watertown continued to Promotional Efforts The partnership began a review of the qualify for Tree City USA designation. We are increasing mansion-sponsored Inclusionary zoning ordinance in order to During the year, 113 trees were planted. events throughout the year to draw more determine ways to strengthen it. This review Street trees accounted for the majority of exposure to us—the bridal faire has been is ongoing and will be a component of the the tree plantings although trees were our most successful repeat event thus far. comprehensive zoning review that will planted in residents'front yards when a We are currently working on organizing a occur in the upcoming year. suitable location could not be found on the volunteer run committee to assist with The partnership,through the Department street. Continuing with the policy adopted mansion-sponsored events. of Community Development and Planning, in 2001 to diversify street tree plantings, 16 Our goal for 2007 is to continue expanding continued to administer the"Get the Lead different trees where planted.The trees our corporate meetings during the week. Out,"for owners of single and two-family planted this year along the streets of We have also started booking for 2008.We houses.This program is funded by the Watertown were:Japanese Zelkovas, have seen an increase in business, both Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency. Katsura trees, Red Maples, October Glory Maples,Purple Leaf Plums, Ginkgos, Red social and repeat corporate business. The partnership is chaired by David Leon. Oaks,Pin Oaks,Athena Elms,Hedge dents are booking their events well in Members include Thomas Wade advance and not last minute due to the Watertown Housing Authority),James Maples,Amur Maples,Cherries, Callery ( g ty),J Pears,Dogwoods, Crab Apples, and mansion availability Barwell (Watertown Savings Bank),and Japanese Tree Lilacs. Following best man new members Alex Liazos and Paul Menton. agement practice,trees planted under Watertown Housing power lines were restricted to those that Partnership Watertown Square Study will not mature over 30 feet tall. The Watertown Housing Partnership over- Commission sees housing policy and programs for the The Watertown Square Study Commission Following a wen difficult winter, an Town. This year the partnership continued extremely wet spring,and a very warm was created in 1998 to develop recommen- to administer the HOME program,which dations for improving the square's physical, summer drought, a substantial number of brings federal dollars into Watertown to public trees needed to be removed. In total traffic, and economic conditions, and expand affordable housing opportunities. enhancing it as a business and social center 118 trees were removed. The First Home program,which provides of the Town. On Arbor Day,April 28th,a Crimson King down-payment assistance for income-eligi- Maple was planted in a ceremony held at ble first-time homebuyers, continues to be In August of 1999,the Final Report on the the Lowell School.Noted for its striking available,however rising home costs have Watertown Square Master Plan was submit- color and hardiness,this tree will continue made it veiy difficult to find homes that are ted to the Town Council.It includes recom- to provide the Lowell School students with a priced within the maximum purchase price mendations for physical improvements to fine place to take a break from the summer limits. One down-payment loan was made the square to improve its usefulness and sun. This beautiful tree was planted by the this year. comfort for walkers,bicycle riders,and public transit commuters. It also recom- Forestry Division of the DPW. The partnership negotiated Affordable mends ways to make Watertown Square a Housing Agreements for 2 affordable off- The Commander's Mansion site units for the St.Theresa's redevelop- destination for shopping,gathering, social- In the Commander's Mansion's sixth year ment, 7 affordable units at 290 Pleasant izing,and entertainment. of operation,the mansion has had a steady Street,a 57-unit residential condominium The Town Council voted to approve a business.The business is highlighted as development, 1 affordable unit for 590 request to transfer$950,000 and a loan follows: Main Street, a conversion of a nursing order in the amount of$900,000 for a total 61 Legend --- Lim it of work l in - r M Granite edge at crosswalk f Additional sidewalk width ` - 6 Bench - f Future MDC improvements — faasement treesnd to accoiatedmmodate m odate ms Trish receptacle in Taybr Street to accommodae ina eased traffic Ornamental light on 20'pnle New pavement on Taylor St. New tree in raised granite Lim¢of work line�•, _.�curb continuous planter / '' Refurbished plazas •• v • • _- New sidewalk pavement Q _--" ,� •.• • Substantial extension of curb to reduce crosswalk Q P r distance and to �.-�aa-[f. y�,.a�,ems.■t„ t accommodate expanded - � pavement(concrete and unit Ornamental light on 20'pole New street tree In raked granke curb f pavers)and tandscaps planter I / impro4 ments i Limit of work line F ir.r.. . • i '♦• �\ a •� • `�� New signs in several ■. ��-��_ -�_ locations prohibiting s --. ... ...r right turns from ■ ��_ �� •............ i • Arsenal Street to ML ■ ...... s � � Auburn Sveet Countdown 4- i ■ -�".� -e pedestrian signals •• ■ - r ■ - - _ installed,at Square t Expand sidewalk to extent pctial to ----------------------- ---- crosswalk n s reduce crosswalk distance -- -/-■ IT Replace exk walks as indca ited with"- ■ \\\1Le1(j concrete walkslks with 24inch brick and ---------------- -1•• -Granite paver edging along both sides granite accent snip along curb ♦•♦ ♦ of indicated crosswalks -Refurbish plm providing newconcrete ♦ -J j _ pavement and unit pavers,a raised •♦•• - �t,� seatwalnche planter with seasonal phndngs. ♦ _� \. be and a trash receptacle •♦�/ Future improvements at MDC tandingii!!� I WATERTOWN SQUARE IMPROVEMENTS PREPARED BY.THE CECIL CROUP PROPOSED PHASE ONE IMPROVEMENTS Augmt 2002 project cost of$1,850,000 to fund the visually impaired pedestrians in locating The Town and DCR have submitted a Notice improvements to Watertown Square.The and activating audible pedestrian signals of Intent to the Watertown Conservation project is comprised of two parts.Part A have been installed at the request of the Commission for an Order of Conditions to is mill and overlay work along with asso- Commission on Disability.The department undertake the improvements. Once the ciated utility upgrades on Main Street and will work with the commission and the project has received local and state the square.Part B includes streetscape Public Works Department to balance the approval,we will bid the project for early improvements such as new sidewalks, system and to verify that it is functioning spring construction and complete work accent bands,lighting,site furniture,trees, properly. during the summer of 2007. and landscaping. The Town recently received an earmark The commission was most recently Sautorelli Construction was selected as the from the Department of Housing and chaired by Town Councilor Gus Bailey contractor for the project and will begin Community Development (DHCD) to con- and included members Clinton J.Knight work in April 2004.The Cecil Group and struct improvements to the Watertown (Watertown/Belmont Chamber of Bayside Engineering are the design consult- Landing.The Town will collaborate with Commerce),Alex Liazos (former chair), ants working with the Town to ensure that the Department of Conservation and Rec- Rick Thomson (Thomson Safaris),Peter the project is developed in accordance with reation (DCR) in the implementation of the Brooks (Watertown Bicycle Committee), the Plans and Specifications developed improvements,which will include,but are Joan Kraus (local resident),Ronald Dean prior to the public bid. not limited to,new curbs and sidewalks, (Watertown Savings Bank),Sandra Howard lighting,signage,site furniture,and appro- (Trees for Watertown),Betsy LaMond Construction began the project in late priate plantings to beautify this important (local resident),Joseph P.McDonald spring of 2004.Therea will be some ongoing point of access to the river and promote (McDonald Funeral Home),Michael work to monitor new technology installed an improved relationship to Watertown Donham (local resident),and Al Gasper to improve audible pedestrian signals.In Square. (Watertown Disabilities Commission). particular,new locator tones that assist 62 ` f '1171 MI I �■IM �" a's tZ ! a i - f L r � ■ Riverfront Stewardship Group A mile-long crescent-shaped swath of park- land along the north bank of the river between Watertown Square and the Watertown Yacht Club is being restored as ' - part of an ongoing effort to improve access to and conditions along the Charles River .-�► Basin.The mostly wooded parkland encom- passes some 16 acres from the edge of water to parkway curb as well as limited parkland on the north side of the parkway. The specific restoration focus will be the riverbanks,woodland, and pathway along the shore that runs for approximately 5,500 linear feet—a bit over a mile.When com- pleted this project will include new shore- Coolidge School Reuse The following nine members serve on the line pathways,river overlooks, and a Advisory Committee committee: healthy and sustainable river landscape. The Coolidge School Reuse Advisory Sal Ciccarelli, This project is being initiated and managed Committee was established by the Town District A Town Councilor,Chair by the Watertown Riverfront Stewardship Manager in December of 2000.The pur- Gregory P.Watson,Director of Group (Stewardship Group) in partnership pose of the committee is to evaluate and Community Development&Planning with the Department of Conservation and recommend reuse alternatives for the John Bartley,Sr.,East Watertown Recreation (DCR) and with assistance from Coolidge School located on Mount Auburn Betterment Association the Lawrence and Lillian Solomon Fund and Arlington Streets. This action was sub- G.Jack Zollo,Watertown Planning Board (SF), a family foundation. Herb Nolan, sequent to the actions of the Watertown Christine M. Bellis, Resident Associate Director of the Solomon Fund,is School Committee who relinquished care, managing this process in collaboration with custody, and control of the property effec- Joan Merritt Kraus, Resident Dan Driscoll and Rick Corsi of the DCR. tive July 1, 2000 and the Watertown Town Lucia H.Mastrangelo, Resident Council who transferred said care, custody, Curtis Whitney,Resident and control to the Town Manager on said Vacant date,based on a resolution adopted on June 13, 2000. 63 In December of 2002, a Request for In December of 2003,the Town again The developer has obtained all necessary Proposals (RFP) was issued to solicit reuse received two qualifying proposals for the approvals from local regulatory boards to interest.Proposals were due on January 8, reuse of the former Coolidge School.After obtain special permit approval under the 2003.The initial RFP resulted in only one several public meetings,the committee RSOD Zone.The developer has also exe- proposal which was not responsive to the completed its deliberation on the two pro- cuted an Affordable Housing Agreement that specific requirements in the RFP.The Reuse posals in April 2004 and recommended provides substantially more affordability Committee voted unanimously to amend the that the Town Manager award the Coolidge than otherwise required by the Town's RFP and reissue it to solicit additional lease to the Mitchell Properties proposal. Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance. Upon suc- responses.The RFP was reissued,and two Mitchell's proposal will convert the former cessful completion of permitting and proposals were received.After careful school into 45 units of apartments financing,the developer could begin con- review of each proposal, the committee restricted to those 55 years of age and struction as early as September of 2007. determined that the proposed lease pay- older.The developer has committed to ments to the Town did not meet expecta- make 18 (40%) of the units affordable to tions and recommended that the RFP be low and moderate income tenants.The reissued. The Town Council must approve term of the lease is for 50 years with the lease to the ultimate user based upon options for the Town to renew in 20-year the recommendation of the Town Manager, intervals. The developer would make an The Town Manager may request that the investment in the building of approximately committee continue to assist through the $8.6 million and contribute close to $12 RFP and selection process. million in lease payments over the period of the lease.The final terms of the lease are currently being negotiated. 64 The Watertoiii� Q� blic Schools studio arts c ass. eve g is prerequisite for suc- a1`WHS'` dents successful reading The Schools a were selected,through competitive audi- cess in any other subject.We have a brand Watertown High School tion,for Massachusetts Music Educators new reading department that serves most Watertown High School completed its 156th Association Northeast District Senior and sixth graders (sixth grade students who year of operation in 2006. On Friday,June Junior Music Festivals.The music ensem- read significantly above grade level have the 2, 2006, 155 students graduated from the bles all performed concerts for members of opportunity to take Spanish or Italian) and school at a ceremony in the Kelley the Watertown community at venues such as some seventh and eighth grade students.We Memorial Gymnasium. the Watertown Mall,Town Hall,the com- hope with this program,all of our students P.Michael Noftsker completed his first munity Memorial Day, and September 11 will be proficient readers by the time they full year in the appointed position of ceremonies, as well as in-school support reach high school. performances at events such as the"Night Headmaster after serving two years as the of Excellence" and the"Program of Studies We also have a new academic support sys- Interim Headmaster. His leadership team of Night."The WHS Pep Band performed at tem.Instead of just serving special educa- housemasters, Connie Hyder and Michael home football games throughout the fall tion students and English language learners, McDermott, continue to guide the high season and welcomed alumni performers to we now have a program that gives academic school through the recommendations of the rejoin the group at the annual Thanksgiving assistance to any student who needs it. Our NEASC evaluation of 2004 and the direction Day game against Belmont. academic support classes are cluster-based, of the professional development programs meet every other day for one period,and offered to the staff for the improvement of Watertown High School looked to the 2006- have at least three teachers to help chil- student assessment. 2007 school year with many new faculty dren. This team of teachers works together The Fine,Applied, and Performing Arts and Assistant Superintendent Ann Koufman to re-teach content,develop skills,and Department presented the musical Les and a commitment to serving the students teach important organizational, study,and Miserables, directed by Dan Wulf and Beth of Watertown by offering a curriculum that advocacy skills to students. Peters,in March to huge audiences in Shaw provides the quality education needed for This is only the beginning of our student auditorium.The drama program began the the 21st century. support system.We developed an after- "Year of Shakespeare"by presenting a stu- Watertown Middle School school library learning lab for students who dent production of Romeo and Juliet in need help with their homework. Some spe- November. Several students from the visual Watertown Middle School continues to cial needs and ESL students who need more arts program were honored for their work challenge students with rigorous curricu- support have resource classes, and we are in the Scholastic Art Competition. lum and instruction, support all students continuing our learning support program Enrollment in and student request for who are having difficulty in school, give stu- for those students who need instruction in dents challenging and engaging enrichment courses in the visual at remains high, substantially separate classrooms. especially in the areas of photography and opportunities,promote a positive school computer graphics/web design. Numerous climate that caters to the needs of the early What about the students who don't need examples of artwork by WHS students are adolescent,and connect with parents and any academic assistance?They take enrich- examples posted for viewing W the district web other members of the community. ment classes instead. Ranging from discrete math to ceramics,from oral histories to site.All FAPA faculty are also now making The administrative team of Kimo Carter Charles River studies,we now have a selec- use of the Homework Website Link on the Principal Jason Del Porto Assistant lion of over 20 quarter-long enrichment district website. Principal, Holliday Handlin, Cur- classes that students can take.Although The music program presented concerts to riculum Coordinator,and Penelope these classes don't require homework, the enthusiastic audiences in May and December, Giannakopoulos,Special Education content level is generally about two grades as well as at the annual Bandarama Concert Coordinator is now in its second year at higher than the grade the enrichment class in the WHS Gymnasium in March. The Watertown Middle School.Together with is designed for.In enrichment classes,we String Ensemble, directed by Dr. Frederik the faculty and staff,we are implementing try to challenge and engage our talented Schuetze, also participated in an interdisci- many programs in 2006 that were in the students at a very high level. plinan-evening of performances in April, planning phases in 2005. combiningstrip chamber music perform- Staff students and parents are working g p We have a brand new,much more consoh- together to provide a much more positive ances, creative writing readings from dated reading program taught by teachers Pamela McCourt's creative writing class, who specialize in teaching reading.As you school culture for students.We are and an art exhibition from Donna Calleja's know,reading is the gateway subject,as emphasizing our mascot,the eagle, along 65 with a simple and concrete"recipe for suc- participating in the ensembles continue to much progress in such a short time.We cess":A Watertown Middle School Eagle steadily increase. will continue to move forward to build a SOARS (Supporting others in Success, school that everyone is proud of. Ownership,Achievement,Respect, and The visual arts program had several win- Service).We are celebrating student suc- nerd in the Scholastic Art Competition.Middle school artists had their work did- Cunniff Elementary School cess in a variety of ways,including a suc- This year,the Cunniff Elementary School cess token system where students can earn played at the annual all-school art show at y the Watertown Mall and now are displayed has 270 students divided into 15 class- redeemable tokens when a staff member rooms.We have a diverse teaching staff finds them demonstratingone of the SOARS online at a link from the district website. with a great deal of experience and varying tenets.Eighth grade students who demon- Our after-school activities are still going backgrounds. Our new staff helps greatly in strate the SOARS tenets are now able to strong.Whether it is academic support our efforts to diversify instruction. Our staff receive"Eagle Liberties,"privileges that are such as our homework clubs and MCAS works together to incorporate the latest often only given to high school students. academies, enrichment like African drum- practices and research in their pedagogical Teachers are working hard to weave in ming or mural painting, community out- practice. Our class size was decreased this technology as they instruct their students. reach,inter-scholastic and intramural year in an effort to provide better,more We are using our wireless mobile lab to its sports, or clubs in partnership with Cops& individualized instruction to our students. fullest capacity, and I am pleased to Kids, or the Boys and Girls Club,we have a We increased from 13 to 15 classrooms, announce that we are now wireless wide variety of options for students after utilizing our computer lab as a music throughout most of the building.We will school. room, and reallocating computers to continue to update our hardware and soft- Watertown Middle School is making a con- classrooms. ware to meet the technology demands of certed effort to communicate with parents This past October,the Pre-K through grade the 21st century. and reach out to the community.We are 2 classroom teachers,ELL teacher, and pri- School safety is another important item we trying to make parents aware of upcoming mary special education support teachers are addressing.We are working hard to events in a number of ways: a weekly"News presented a workshop to parents highlight- perfect our lockdown and evacuation pro- and Notes"flyer, a quarterly"Eagle's Nest" ing the techniques and strategies utilized in cedures.Also,we worked with the commu- newsletter,a new parent/student handbook, the math curriculum.The 90-minute work- niry and the police department to develop a automatic phone messages, a more exten- shop was held at the Cunniff School in early new drop-off and pick-up procedure that is live website, our marquee sign on Waverley November in order to provide support early safer for students and more convenient for Avenue, and most importantly, constant in the year. The night provided parents with active communication via phone or e-mail some background information in order to parents. by our faculty to parents regarding their enhance the understanding of the math out- Music, drama, and visual arts programs children. comes and inform their conversation with continue to flourish at the middle school. Our emphasis on community service teachers during parent-teacher confer- The WMS bands, string ensembles, and ences. Teachers set up centers to model choruses,including one of the only middle- remains strong.We have just completed our how to help children learn through hands- school-level full orchestras in the Boston most successful Coats for Kids (over 600 on experiences and how to extend that to suburban area,presented well-attended coats collected,top school in the region) abstract thinking that math often involves. concerts in May and December,the and Pennies for Patients (over$19,000 At these centers the activities showed instrumental groups also performing at raised,top school in New England,fourth g p p g highest school in the country) drives yet. games,how to use white boards,number Bandarama in March.The band also per- Homerooms have created Thanksgiving fines,and other manipulatives often used in formed at the Memorial Day assembly, the class to extend learning. Each individual while the strings played the processional at baskets for families in need,the school standard in the math curriculum (standards 8th grade graduation in June. Members of hosted an afternoon tea with elderly coresmmu- 1-5) was represented at a center,with a the chorus,under the direction of chorus dents,and students are serving the commu- representative from the K-2 classrooms sta- instructor Abigail Cordell,performed the hours in a varietyrs to meet their ways and logging their tioned at each center.A packet was created National Anthem at a Providence Bruins houir community service for parents and guardians to take home at hockey game in December. Several WMS expectations. the end of the night to summarize and high- musicians were selected to participate in We are a school on the rise, and it is a light important information. Translation the Northeast District Music Festival in credit to the whole Watertown community— services were offered for parents requesting Lowell in March.Numbers of students staff,parents, students,and other commu- information in another language. About 30 niry members—that we have made so families attended. Through this evening, 66 parents were trained in the use of strategies the Mastery Outcomes Checklist is used in 3-and 4-year-old students across the dis- to help their children be successful in conjunction with our teaching,it was felt trict. There are approximately 100 students math. By providing parents with an under- that this provided sufficient time for teach- attending half-day classes at the preschool. standing of math outcomes and how math ers to update parents on their child's is taught in the classroom, the intended progress. The Hosmer School has experienced sev- outcomewas that parents would be able to eral changes in leadership over the past ten provide a more extensive approach to sup- Our Parent Teachers Organization contin years.With the departure of the second port their children in math at home. ues to work with the principal, Stephen principal within a three-year period, a Co- Billhardt,to provide cultural and academic Interim Principal model was established as Currently, about 70% of our school has enrichment programs for our students. In of July 1, 2006.The Co-Principals are the wireless access. Many of our classrooms the fall,we had poet David Zucker come in former assistant principal and the early are utilizing LCDs to enhance visual learn- and do three programs, one geared toward childhood coordinator. ing.Last year,our fourth grade teachers students in grades 3-5, another for students and students incorporated mobile wireless in grades 1-2, and a third for students in One goal of this school leadership to laptop computers into their everyday teach- kindergarten. Students listened to poetry establish a school community based on the ing and learning. This year,we have acted out by Mr.Zucker and were able to core values of respect, responsibility,hard work, and success. These values were pre- expanded the use of these laptops into our actively participate in creating their own lit- fifth grade. Fifth graders utilized the laptops eaaly works of art.The Science Museum viously defined through the collaborative to create a digital story,using I Movie, provided our grades 3-5 with an interest- effort of staff and administration.A leader- incorporating pictures and music to effec- ing,interactive program on electricity.The ship team, comprised of staff members,has tively communicate their ideas. Laptops Science Museum also provided students in been established to assist in identifying were further utilized to research areas grades K-2 with the opportunity to experi- goals and strategies to promote student being taught in both our science and social ence live animals,and to learn about their success as well as these core values. studies curriculums. habitats. The information in these programs Building a climate of collaboration and coordinated with the ongoing curriculum in ongoing communication among staff, Teachers have been engaged in a great deal classrooms,providing additional experi- administration,and parents is another goal of professional development over the for the Hosmer School. course of the year. Two and a half days have ences to enhance students learning. been devoted to teachers working on better The Cunniff School provides an envi- In our commitment to a collaborative cul- understanding the skills and tools necessary ronment for students to excel both tore the Hosmer School encourages active for students to take the MCAS.They exam- academically as well as socially. Our parent involvement. The PTO and School ined practices that will help students break multi-disciplinary staff works together in a Site Council provide ongoing opportunities down test questions,underline or highlight collaborative effort to provide an optimal to welcome families and encourage partici- works or passages that they think may be learning environment where children excel partici- pation. The PTO organizes family-based activities important, reading the questions before the and are empowered in their efforts to grow activities throughout the year and financially text,as well as how to respond to open- and learn. supports enrichment activities. The School ended questions.All students took practice Site Council is a parent-school-based com- in writing long compositions in late Hosmer Elementary School mittee that serves to advise the school adminis- February and early March. The fourth With 491 students in 26 classrooms from tration for planning purposes.These groups graders took two such practices to help meet monthly and encourage all members g P p pre-kindergarten through grade 5,the of the community to participate. prepare them for the writing experience. In Hosmer School is the largest elementary November,the entire staff was engaged in school in Watertown.The student popula- District-wide collaboration with principals examining the results.We are confident that tion is diverse in both socio-economic rep- and district leadership has focused on such pedagogy and better understanding of resentation and ethnicity.There are as many instructional supports to promote student what children are taught around test-taking as 27 different languages spoken in the success. One focus area has been on strategies will lead to better test scores, homes of Hosmer families.Hosmer School expanding technology and enhancing the while helping them learn valuable educa- is identified as a Title 1 school based on use of instructional technology in class- tional skills that they will be able to use for economic status of the school community. rooms.As a result technology equipment their entire educational experience. and infrastructure have been upgraded with In addition to the elementary population, an effort to increase wireless availability Parent conferences in November were 20 the Hosmer School is the home of the Early throughout the building. minutes in length.As parents have been Steps Integrated Preschool,which provides provided with information regarding how early childhood education programs for 67 The Standards-Based Math curriculum with planned and implemented with the cooper- Instructional teaching teams have been an pacing guides and assessments has been ation of town-wide public safety personnel important new vehicle to support teachers distributed.A town-wide task force has are fire drills,lockdown procedures, and in differentiating instruction, collecting, been established to review and recommend building evacuation to alternative sites. analyzing and utilizing data to inform their instructional materials to support cohesive teaching, and collaborating more effectively implementation of this standards-based The Hosmer community continues its come to create common expectations across model. mitment to work collaboratively to meet the grades and grade to grade.We have more instructional needs of all students so they work to do,but the desire and context are Elementary principals have coordinated reach high levels of achievement academi- present to help us achieve our goals. professional development plans this year to cally and socially.The Hosmer School support a common focus on student suc- administration appreciates the hard work The Lowell community is also fortunate to cess.Activities have included examination and dedication of the parents, students, and have a thriving relationship between our of student data and work to develop staff in this commitment. great PTO and the School Site Council.This instructional plans to address student needs partnership is critical to the continued and achievement.A professional develop- James Russell Lowell School efforts toward school improvement.Work- ment task force is analyzing current pro- The Lowell School had 406 students regis- ing together,we can make a difference. grams and needs to inform next year's tered this ear, distributed across 21 cass- y � class- together is what we are focused on professional development opportunities. rooms.The teaching staff is diverse in at the Lowell.There is an amazing amount As a result of student performance on the background and experience including the of people power aimed toward our goals. spring 2006 MCAS test, Hosmer School was addition of six new classroom teachers, a Child Study Teams support teachers in pro- identified as a school in need of improve- music teacher,and a special educator, vid.ing individualized solutions to student ment in English Language Arts. Hosmer Stu- These new professionals come to us byway issues. The Facilitators Team provides the dents did make significant improvement in of new babies,marriages,retirement, and organizational structure for teams of teach- Math MCAS scores and therefore were not one new position. ers to utilize their collective wisdom to identified for needs improvement.We con- We are very fortunate to also have a com- improve our work with students.The Crisis tinue to strive to meet our target score in mitted and hard-working School Site Intervention Team operates to ensure that both Math and English Language Arts. Council that has clearly defined specific there are procedures in place to protect the Toward this effort a technology program, actions the school can take to improve the safety of all, should an emergency arise, Fasst Math,was purchased and student experience at Lowell for students and fami- and to plan for the dissemination of plans groups are run weekly.Title I funds sup- lies. Several sub-committees are operating to faculty and staff. The Lowell Building port Math and Reading specialists at the vear-round now to harness and direct the Leadership Team (BIT),in partnership with primary and intermediate grade levels. Title positive energy.The teams are focused on staff, establishes pathways that guide and I also supports after-school tutoring pro- Home-School Connection,Health and promote a standards-based instructional grams in ELA and Math. Safety.Academic Needs, and School system so that all children can achieve. This In an effort to enhance mathematical expe- mate. system focuses on best teaching practices riences for hi achievingstudents at the and optimal learning environments. In Efforts to strengthen and expand home- doing so,the BIT,in collaboration with Hosmer School,parents collaborated with school-community partnerships so that stu- staff. determines the most effective use of administration and staff to form a before- dent learning is supported and improved all available resources,identifies additional school math club that meets weekly. are a major focus.We now have a needed resources,and determines the Approximately 20 students in grades 3-5 Parent/Communiity Volunteer Coordinator methods to secure them.Our Interdisciplinary attend this club.A need for a homework who is designing an orientation program Reading Team supports teachers working club was discussed with parents and was and organizing to match needs of the with students who present as a challenge presented as an option for the winter term school with willing and interested com- learning to read and fail to make progress through Courses for Kids. munity members.A Staff Face Book has with common strategies,intervention, and Safety of our students is a priority for reached finalization and is just about ready specialized instruction.The team will be the school and the district.A Critical for distribution to help parents and stu- convened to study all available data and Incidence Team has been established, and dents identify"who's who"in our growing identify further information needed.The a school-based crisis team implements school. Many teachers create regular team devises a short-term interdisciplinary i i d letters an some even maintain an safety protocols for the Hosmer School, news instructional plan,implements it, and Some practice activities that have been active and rich website to help parents reviews results for efficacy.Adjustments are know what is going on. made in the programming to maximize the 6s potential for progress.And lastly, our New Hockey.Wrestling,Boys and Girls Indoor athletes with personal strength and condi- Teachers Group makes an effort to support Track,and Boys and Girls Track and Field. tioning programs. "new to the school"teachers, and others, in understanding and coping with the Along with team honors,the following For these and many other reasons,there is high expectations placed on teachers student/athletes received All-League rec- great enthusiasm and optimism at WHS in Watertown and astandards-based ognition:Field Hockey—Kim McGinness regarding athletics. environment. (League MVP), Hannah Robinson, Stephanie Sideris and Ashley English; Career&Technical Education The Departments Golf—Dylan Stockdale;Football—Artem Our areas of Business Education,Family Hakobyan;Cross Country—Matt Jablon and Consumer Science,Film and Video Athletics (League MVP);Boys Soccer—Steve Production, and Industrial Technology con- The overriding mission of Watertown High Keuchkarian (League MVP),Clayton Silva tinue to challenge students with authentic School athletics is to achieve excellence in and Hayk Kaya; Girls Soccer—Casey Hand; learning experiences designed to enhance every aspect of our program.We aspire to Bovs Basketball—Max Kerman,Anthony their decision-making and problem-solving be the very best athletically,academically, Coppola;Girls Basketball—Kasey Brown; skills while becoming productive citizens in and administratively.As we continue in our Bovs Indoor Track—Matt Jablon; Girls the community.The courses in these pro- pursuit of excellence,we are fortunate to Indoor Track—Laura Orloff;Boys Outdoor gram areas could become pathways to stu- have realized many success stories in 2006, Track—Max Gorohovosky,Mike Kulegian, dents' careers. Ryan Quinn; Girls Outdoor Track—Emily During the past year, 52% of the student DeBaie,Laura Orloff;Baseball—Alex The foci of each program area include population at WHS participated in athletics. Garbier,Brian Corsi. work-based competencies using technol- Of the 740 students enrolled, 388 of the ogv; organizing and analyzing information; students played at least one sport. In addition to a strong coaching contingent interacting and working in teams; and tak- Watertown High School student/athletes already in place,we have been fortunate to ing responsibility for career and life also performed at the very highest level attract several outstanding coaches who will choices. Students are challenged to meet in the classroom. The overall GPA of make significant contributions to the the high expectations and performance lev- Watertown High School student/athletes is Watertown High School athletic program. els embodied in the U.S.Department of an impressive 3.11.The Raiders also have Newly appointed Head Coach Ginny Walsh Labor Secretary's Commission on Achieving been very active in the community partici- of Girls Softball, Head Coach Patraick Necessary Skills (SCANS) Report and our pating in many community service projects. Bemis of Girls Volleyball,John Campbell of Watertown Public School's District Goals. Boys Ice Hockey, and Steve Russo of the The Watertown Department of Athletics, Girls Ice Hockey team have worked dili- The middle school's technology program in collaboration with the Youth Coalition, gently in an ongoing effort to improve and continues to bring excitement around conducted a pre-season meeting with strengthen their respective programs. The robotics through some students actually parent/guardians and their student/athletes Athletic Department was also pleased to entering the robotics competition,while the in grades 9 through 12. The focus of the welcome Mr. Greg Marcotte as athletic grade 7 students designed,fabricated,and meeting was student athletic and extracur- trainer.Mr. Marcotte teaches elementary launched their water rockets!The planned ricular eligibility regarding the use of alco- physical education at the Lowell School and activities in the grade 6-8 programs brings hol,tobacco,and other drugs. health education at the middle school. the technology/engineering standards of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks Watertown High School competed in Girls While the aforementioned clearly illustrates to life. Volleyball this past fall.The Girls Volleyball that we have much to celebrate and take team engaged 23 new participants.The new pride in,we strongly believe the best is yet At the high school level, students in the sport,initiated as a club program,will to come. wood program designed the varsity lockers move to varsity status within the league in for the Watertown Bovs and Girls Varsity two years. After school,from 2:30 p.m.to 6:30 p.m. Hockey program, analyzed costs,purchased in the Watertown Savings Bank Community stock,fabricated,and installed them.This The Girls Field Hockey team continued its Fitness Center located at Watertown High authentic project brought pride to all stu- unprecedented success by capturing yet School,WHS science teacher and Nationally dents involved. Meanwhile,the Computer- another league and division title. Other Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Aided Design (CAD) students developed WHS varsity squads competing in post- Mr.Brian Brewer and Watertown Police and implemented a new parking lot scheme season play included Cross Country,Boys Officer George Hoffman assist student/ for the teachers;petitioned the Town and Soccer Golf Boys Basketball Bovs Ice Traffic Commission to initiate a one-way 69 traffic flow on Columbia Street for addi- courses can be a pathway to gaining real- computer basics,the history of Watertown, tional student parking;and developed evac- fife skills and to a future career for our and college financial aid planning. uation routes for the high school through students. New this year were: Mommy and Child GIS (geographic information survey) soft- Yoga classes,Beginning Drawing,and ware.In the meantime,the Computer Community Education Scrapbooking.We also expanded our col- Repair students reconditioned a donated Watertown Community Education is a self computer for use in the hi school's main laboration with the Watertown Community P sustaining program of the Watertown Public Access Center and offered five courses on office to improve building security. Each of Schools. It includes Adult and Community television production. In addition,Project these actual projects brought real-world Education eveningclasses the Before- � Literacy provides a free English as a Second learning in their classes and built their self- School Program at all three elementary esteem and knowledge. Language Program. g schools, Courses for Kids at the elemen- The"Money Smart"program, in collabora- tare schools,the Hosmer Extended Day Watertown Adult Education coordinated the tion with the Watertown Savings Bank, con- Program,the Cunniff Voyager Program, the third Town-wide Yard Sale in May 2006 in tinued our expanded focus on financial Lowell Extended Day Program, the 21st which over 100 families participated. By fiteracy, an important topic for our stu- Century Grant-funded after-school activities popular demand this is now a much- dents. Our collaboration with Bentley at the middle school and the Summer anticipated annual community event. College offers our accounting students the School Academic,Special Education,and The Before-School Program offers quiet opportunity to create a modified business Enrichment Programs for children Pre-K supervised activities for children grades plan for the community service arm of a through grade 12. Pre-K through grade 5 before the regular large corporation.This plan is then pre- The Adult and Community Education school day begins. rented by the students at Bentley College Program provides exciting,low-cost learn- before a board of professionals within the ing opportunities designed to answer the The Extended Day Program provides safe accounting and finance field.Watertown- needs and interests of Watertown's diverse and enriching after-school care for children Belmont's Chamber of Commerce Women adult population.The adult program pro- grades Pre-K through grade 5 ram offers :00 p.ru in Business mentor female students within vides courses for working people and pro- ov daily. In addition,the program coverage the business community by having two sen- fessionals,people new or returning to the erage for conference days, early release iors attend their luncheon each month and workforce,newcomers to the United States, days, and full-day programming for February and April vacations, and 10 weeks make brief presentations while networking people of all ages who seek a fun, active with individuals who are successful in their alternative to their usual evening routine. during the summer.The program also own career fields. The program offers courses in a wide range offers an emergency drop-off service at of subjects including watercolor, digital both Before and Extended Day for parent/ Presentations by Healthy Futures enhance guardians who may have a commitment or the Child Development classes in the Family Photography Spanish Argentinean tango, an urgent matter to attend to on an occa- and Consumer Science areas,while stu- belly dancing, guitar lessons, golf,yoga, sional basis. dents in the Food Services/Hospitality aerobics,tai chi,Pilates, body revival, course planned,prepared, and served fall foods and refreshments on the annual Night of Excellence.The students also competed in Newbury College's annual Expo 2006 program in the bakeshop category.The Foods&Nutrition students prepared a ~_ pasta dinner with dessert for the Educational Technology group. Competitions,field trips, and guest speakers knowledgeable in their f i f fields continue to add to all of our courses. = 1 � ' 1 The"Exploring the Electives"program held in February gives grade 9 students the opportunity to see and experience courses offered in the Fine Arts and Career& Technical Education Departments.These 70 We believe that after-school programming is a very important part of a child's school day. By providing an exciting, creative envi- ronment we are supporting engagement in n - learning. Pictured here are the children enrolled in the Lowell Extended Dav 6 I' Program,who performed a play entitled The King's Creampuffs for their family and = �= friends. Courses for Kids is an after-school enrich- ment program offered at the elementary schools that provides classes such as home- work clubs, Scrabble,yoga, science, arts& crafts, sewing,drama, drumming, and childhood and special education compo- karate. nent,an academic program, and enrich- The Watertown Middle School has been ment classes.Academic courses are awarded a 21st Century Grant from the designed for students who wish to improve Department of Education from 2003 to a low or failing grade. The curriculum is 2008.The grant currently funds after- geared toward building skills as well as s / meeting credit requirements and is based school clubs including homework clubs and enrichment clubs, such as television on the individual needs of the students production,the Art Mural Club,karate, r\ enrolled. The full-day ten-week Summer drama, cooking, dance,robotics,fractured Safari Program is enrichment based and fairytales,and guitar. In addition, the dis- includes field trips. trict received supplemental funding to run a a gift certificate for art supplies. The art- PP g Watertown Community Education is com- work was displayed at the Children's summer orienteering club and an Entering mitted to building partnerships that will Grade 6 MCAS class. Museum through December 31st. Last year this club won a commission to paint a cow create and continue to provide programs The Art Mural Club,funded by the 21st as part of the Jimmy Fund's Cows on Parade that meet the needs of adults,families, and Century Grant, continues to receive recogni- campaign.The cow was then auctioned off the children in Watertown. lion for their work.This club,facilitated by on September 21st and raised$10,000 for Dawn Scaltreto,invites young artists to the Jimmy Fund. Elementary (K-5) learn about the creation of public art.The Reading,/Language Arts club members select schools public The 21st Century Grant also funded the During 2006,the Watertown Elementary facilities to receive a mural project,then Watertown Middle School RoboRaiders Schools continued to focus on improvement work in teams to research, design, and who participated in the Eastern Regional in literacy instruction and learning.A new paint the artworks, and finish with a public Championship FIRST Tournament on K-5 reading/language arts committee was "unveiling" of the pieces. December 9, 2006.In an impressive show- established to review outcomes and pacing ing,the team took home the highly coveted guides in K-5 reading (including language This year the mural club's painting"H2O Teamwork Runner-Up trophy!They placed a and word study) and writing. Revisions Town Squared"received 3rd Place in the respectable 31st out of 43 teams.The stu- were made to the documents as part of this 12— 17 age group category of the Blue dents had an excellent time and grew in so process.A K-5 Literacy Data Inventory of Man Group's 2006 Boston Vortex many different areas through this process external and internal assessments was com- Exhibition!The members of the mural club (teamwork, cutting-edge science and tech- pleted. Common assessments, both summa- attended the Vortex Unveiling Party at nology,problem solving, research,presen- five and formative,were chosen to align Limelight Studios.They met at the Charles tation, self-esteem,and friendship). with all the outcomes. The assessments cor- Playhouse,where they were taken by limou relate to the K-5 standards-based reporting sine to the partyand greeted b the Blue Watertown Community Education also pro g y vides an exciting Summer Program that system.The revised outcomes and common Men for some photos. Then there was a assessments were distributed to all K-5 ceremon hosted by Bill Costa of KISS 108 helps families plan a summer full of enjoy- y y able,varied, and meaningful activities for teachers and administrators during a pro where the students received their award of their children. It consists of an early fessional development session; discussions 71 were held on the documents and feedback Program is to provide students with the subject matter such as science, social stud- elicited.The teachers will continue to use skills to function successfully in an English- ies,mathematics, and language arts while at the materials and give feedback during the speaking environment.ESL classes develop the same time promoting their language rest of the 2006-2007 school year. proficiency in speaking,listening,reading, development.In an SEI classroom,ELLs During the fall of 2006,all schools analyzed and writing in social and academic settings, have numerous opportunities to discuss content-area concepts with teachers and MCAS data in literacy and developed plans for improvement. Grade level teams looked Elementary Schools other students. Hands-on activities,pic- at data and provided support for students At the Cunniff,Hosmer,and Lowell tures,visuals,technology,and adapted benchmark levels Elementary Schools,English language materials are utilized to make academic who were below reading (assessed in September) well as for learners (ELLs) are placed in regular assignments understandable to ELLs. those students who did not score at the grade-level classrooms with English profi- Helping ELLs make connections between cient students.An ESL teacher works col- subject matter and their prior knowledge is proficient or advanced levels on MCAS. emphasized. Students work with lade-level Elementary reading teachers provided in- laboratively with the classroom teacher to p " g' class small group reading support e well provide instructional assistance to students. textbooks in addition to instructional mate- as some co-teaching and coaching support ELLS may be instructed in a small group or rials designed for ELLS. to new classroom teachers and others in a separate classroom for part of the day. who requested it.A professional develop- However,ELLs spend most of the school Fine and Performing Arts ment session was held for K-5 staff on: day in grade-level classrooms. In 2006,the visual arts program continued Guided Reading as a Tool for Deepening to expand both its traditional media and Comprehension and Expanding Watertown Middle School technology enhanced art programs. Student Vocabulary. At Watertown Middle School,ELLs and enrollment requests for visual arts courses English proficient students are integrated continue to be high.Enrollments remain Reading Recovery, an early intervention for instruction in content classes such as significant in the advanced studio arts model for the lowest 20% of grade 1 stu- mathematics, science,language arts,and classes,preparing student portfolios for dents who are at risk for learning to read, social studies. Some of these classes are co- collegiate art school admissions.The was fully implemented at all three elemen- taught by an ESL teacher and a content advanced computer graphic design/web tary schools. Students received 30 minutes teacher.There are also separate classes for design program at WHS also expanded to of literacy instruction daily by highly skilled ELLs to help them with language develop- more sections this year.Dan Dressler,visual certified reading recovery teachers for 12 ment and content assignments. arts instructor and webmaster for the dis- to 20 weeks as needed.A large majority of trict,has coordinated professional develop- these students successfully reached bench- Watertown High School ment sessions for visual arts staff in the use mark levels and were able to benefit from At Watertown High School, students are of the District Website for displaying student regular classroom instruction without fur- placed in beginning,intermediate, or work.Numerous examples of student art ther support.A small group of the students advanced ESL classes depending on their from all levels of the district are now avail- who made progress but did not reach English language proficiency level. There able for viewing online. Several students benchmark levels were referred for contin- are social studies and language arts courses won awards for their at work at the annual ued long-term support in reading. specifically designed to promote ELLs'lan- Globe Scholastic Art Competition.The Several literacy workshops and informa- guage development. ELLs are also placed in annual K-12 all-school art show at the tional sessions were held for parents at all regular content classes such as mathemat- Watertown Mall in March was highly suc- three schools. They included discussion ics and science. cessful with a large crowd at the opening of how parents can help their children at reception. home in literacy,as well as the popular Professional Development in The music program continued to expand its parent/child book clubs. Schools received Sheltered English Instruction offerings,led by increased usage of Orff positive feedback from parents about The Massachusetts Department of instruments at the elementary level and these sessions. Education requires that all teachers of ELLs increasing numbers of participants in the receive instruction in Sheltered English instrumental and vocal ensembles at the English as Second Language Instruction (SEI). In response to this man- middle and high school levels. The WHS The ESL Program is provided for students date,the ESL Program has designed and Pep Band, directed by Dan Jordan, contin- whose first language is other than English implemented professional development in ued to provide spirit at fall football games, and who require assistance in learning SEI for district staff. Sheltered English is an adding alumni members for the annual the English language. The goal of the ESL approach for helping ELLs learn required Thanksgiving game against Belmont. 72 The WHS ensemble groups undertook the WMS Winter Concert in December. The High School English Language Arts several collaborations this year,including elementary choruses,under the direction of The English Computer Lab (Room 255) combining strings and band members Gretchen Klaubert (Hosmer) and Kristin provided students with increased opportu- for a WHS full orchestra performance at Savoie (Lowell and Cunniff), performed at nities to develop their computer literacy Bandarama in March and combing strings the all-elementary concert at the WHS through Internet research,web quests, and choral groups for a performance of Auditorium in June and under the direction and PowerPoint projects.Thanks to a Mozart's "Ave Verum Corpus"at the Winter of Ms.Patashnick and Mr. Spano at build- school-wide subscription to the website Concert in December.Planning took place ing-based concerts in December. The TurnItIn.com,teachers were also given a all fall for a return trip to the Heritage Hosmer chorus also sang during December new Internet-based tool to encourage aca- Music Festival in New York City, scheduled at the Watertown Mall. demic integrity while combating plagiarism. for April 2007,which will again include a An overhead LCD projector and screen have collaboration of the band and stringThe drama program presented several p ro- highly successful shows, including the recently been installed in an English class- grams into adjudicated performances by a room and should be enabled for use in the WHS Full Symphonic Orchestra in addition musical Les Miserables, directed by WHS to choral and string ensemble perform- Drama Director Beth Peters and WHS near future. ances. The strings program at the elemen- Chorus Director Dan Wulf. Ms. Peters The English Department has begun to avail tary(led by Amanda Scarpaci) and middle directed Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet itself of the high school's recently opened school level continued to be vibrant and in November as the opening production of lecture hall. Equipped with wireless tech- active,performing Winter and Spring "A Year of Shakespeare"at WHS. nology and a movie screen,the lecture hall Concerts and at Bandarama in March, The FAPA Department spent department has given teachers multiple new instruc- including a performance by over 150 string meeting and professional development time tional tools,including a large screen for players grades 4-12 of an arrangement of continuing to further align its curriculum Internet-based instruction and a theater- the"William Tell Overture" at Bandarama, with national standards and state curricu- style classroom for film studies.The lecture Due to the combined efforts of Dr. Schuetze lum frameworks.Elementary teachers spent hall has been especially helpful for con- and Mr.Art Wallace (Middle School Band considerable time this year creating revised ducting senior Humanities classes,which Director),members of the 7-8th grade grade-level outcome, curriculum sum include critical analysis of paintings and band continue to combine with the 7th-8th maries,and pacing guides to align with the films in addition to literature. grade string orchestra to create a full new Standards-Based Reports of Student Three teachers in the English Department orchestra numbering over 65 players,per- Progress for all elementary students and have received training in the use of web forming successfully in both Spring and implementing the revised elementary logs as a way to promote technology-based Winter Concerts,as well as at Bandarama. reporting system. Middle and high school instruction.Thanks go to ELA teacher Pam Bandarama featured over 300 instrumental teachers revised proficiency/exit exams and McCourt for introducing blogging to the musicians grades 4-12 performing in a gala met to improve curriculum articulation and department and to Technology Director concert on the WHS Gvmnasium floor coordination between the different levels of Alan Epstein for providing the web log before a large audience.The"band instru- the district. Teachers began the fall looking training. ELA teachers have also joined the ment"option in the 4th grade instrumental into revised rubrics for evaluating profi- school-wide initiative to post homework program in the elementary schools, in addi- ciency exam analysis and investigating how assignments on the Watertown High School lion to the existing strings option, continues a technology infusion might enhance stu- website. to function well. Between band and strings, dent learning in the arts, especially at the more 4th grade students enrolled in instru- elementary and middle school levels. High Eight new,titles have been purchased for mental lessons than in the previous year. school teachers investigated technology use in the English curriculum.The eight The elementary music program welcomed upgrades needed to keep programs up to works, most of which feature thematically two new teachers in September—Sara state-of-the-art standards for students.All uplifting content,resulted from the ELA Patashnick, a graduate of New York members of the FAPA staff have made use of Department's efforts to counteract some of University, at the Hosmer School and the increasing opportunities for demon- the more somber themes encountered in Anthony Spano,a graduate of Johns strating student work and promoting aware- much of the curriculum. Hopkins University/Peabody Conservatory ness of FAPA activities on the District The department has continued its efforts to of Music in Baltimore,at the Lowell Website. deliver meaningful, challenging English School. The middle school choral pro- Language Arts education to every young gram performed the National Anthem person entrusted to our care. One transi- at a Providence Bruins hockey game in tional English class and two co-taught December,in addition to performances at 73 inclusion classes provide additional scaf- development,and academic planning. High School Mathematics folding to students with specific language Counselors work directly with students in The three-year-old initiative to increase the and learning challenges so that they can one-to-one, small group, and large group number of middle school students taking achieve success in the English curriculum. settings. By monitoring progress and coor- algebra has now brought significantly Teachers have also remained committed to dinating a wide variety of resources, coun- increased numbers to our Algebra II pro- preparing our students for the grade 10 selors reach out to students and parents in gram,primarily loth grade students.This MCAS test, reviewing reading comprehen- times of need. Counselors regularly chair should help better prepare students for the sion strategies for the multiple choice sec- Educational Team Conferences, an impor- MCAS and eventuallv for the SAT tests with tion, emphasizing writing strategies for the tant vehicle for teachers,parents, students, more students having access to pre-calculus long composition,and continuing MCAS and counselors to come together to discuss or statistics in I Ith grade.MCAS Prep con- preparation classes for students at risk of academic and social problems for an indi- tinues to be offered as a second math failing. vidual student. Counselors also are active course to sophomores who may have had Another recent focus in the English curricu- members of the Student Support Team, the trouble on the 8th grade exam, and tutoring lum has been the continued development Community Based Justice Team and the was once again provided through a grant of the writing program. To this end,the Crisis Response Team. Counselors are from the DOE for those who were not suc- Advanced Writing course is in its first year responsible for writing and overseeing the cessful the first time they took the test. implementation of 504 plans for students. of implementation and the department is Our professional development program- proposing a rigorous new course in In the past year, counselors have taken ming continues to thrive.The department Advanced Placement Composition for next active roles in the National Honor Society, as a whole continued work in Lesson Study year,pending approval and funding.The the Mentoring Program,the Gay Straight and hosted a public lesson where members AP Composition course will target highly Alliance, and the International Club. High of the education community were invited motivated I Ith graders. school counselors take responsibility for to watch the lesson and take part in the the organization and administration of all debriefing immediately following. High School Guidance MCAS testing. The Guidance Department The Watertown High School Guidance regularly posts information on special High School Science Program provides activities,interventions, opportunities for students such as Mass The high school's science curriculum was and services which assist students in STAR,Summer Search, and Landmark revised in 2006 for the entering freshmen achieving their maximum personal develop- Volunteers. Counselors actively reach out (Class of 2010).Twenty--three grade 8 stu- ment,both as learners and as human to students to encourage them to apply dents passed a rigorous entrance exam in beings. Guidance and counseling are vital for these enrichment opportunities. order to become part of Mr.Duggan's new components of the educational process The high school Guidance Department "Introduction to Physics" class. The course which help students recognize their needs reaches out to parents and students in the includes new sets of equipment designed by and abilities and develop strategies to real- post-high school planning and financial aid Dr.Thomas Hsu of MIT which foster and ize their full potential.The primary role of process. Information sessions for junior facilitate inquiry based work. the guidance staff is to implement a devel- and senior parents,the college fair, and two o mental guidance program that will help In May, grade 10 students took the MCAS P g P g P financial aid information sessions were all students acquire skills in the educa- practice exam in biology.Although their tional,personal,and vocational areas nec- hosted the guidance staff in the past year. scores are not a graduation requirement, Scholarship opportunities for students are performed well essary for living in a multicultural society. regularly posted on the guidance website the studentsP enabling sci- Guidance counselors act as student advo in the daily announcements, and in the ence teachers to better understand the for- mat and intricacies of the test beyond the cates and work closely with other educa- Y guidance office. In addition,the high pilot phase. The Class of 2010 must ass tors,parents, and community members to school Guidance Department compiles and P P P provide opportunities for students to the science exam in order to graduate from develop self-understanding, self-evaluation, Publishes information on local scholarships high school. in a handbook mailed out to all seniors. and self-direction in order to lead produc- Boston Biomedical Research Institute of five,fulfilling lives. High school counselors take leadership Watertown hosted its annual Science roles in all areas of the high school, con- Exposition in early May which showcased Classroom-guidance programs are offered salting with staff and outside resource per- at all grade levels.Topics addressed include the math and science projects of 40 Watertown students.Later in May,orientation to the high school, testing sonnel to plan interventions to improve y, over 100 student achievement.Developing effective students parents, and teachers participated awareness and interpretation,post-high home-school partnerships with parents ,'P P P school planning, study skills, career in BBRI s Walk for Science"to raise remains a high priority money for two scholarships awarded to 74 graduating seniors who major in the bio- outstanding research on historical land- of the founding of the town. This project logical sciences. marks in the community Also,ninth and focused on"cross-grade"instruction tenth grade students completed their between grade 12 and grade 3 at the For the first time, seniors were offered an United States studies by presenting inde- Hosmer School. advanced placement course in physics. pendent study projects or by taking the Additionally, all science students were given In September,the Civics classes hosted the the opportunity to participate in the North advanced placement United States national visit of the Congressional Medal of Honor Shore Science League's monthly event. examination. recipients to the high school and intro- Although new to the competition, The grade 11 program concentrated on a duced these decorated heroes to the stu- Watertown students consistently scored World history curriculum that explored cul- dents and faculty at a memorable school tenth place out of 25 teams. tural diversity,political institutions,and assemble In addition,the Civics course humanitarian issues.The central focus of provided the opportunity for direct involve- Continuing to expand our interdisciplinary the course was the study of non-govern- ment with the state-sponsored Student programs, Mr.Buckley brought the Biology mental organizations (NGO).In October,a Government Day,the Student Advisory Club to the Dutch Caribbean Island Japanese NGO,the Japan Council Against Council to the Massachusetts Board of Bonaire in the Netherlands Antilles too study Atomic and Hydrogen Bombs,visited the Education,and the WHS Site Council. Guest the history of the island,its terrestrial envi high school and discussed its international speakers included state representatives, ronment,and the ecology of the coral reefs. mission with students. Guest speakers are state senators,and experts in the fields of Mr.Hiltunen is busy planning a trip to an integral component of the World history mental health,law enforcement, and Australia for 12 students. They hope to program. finance. spend three weeks studying every aspect of the continent in August of 2008! The World history program emphasized the The grade 12 Asian history course hosted crucial importance of improving one's writ- the aforementioned visit by the Japan High School Social Studies ing and research skills in the field of global Council as well as initiated contact with The high school's social studies curriculum studies.By year's end, students made the Boston University Lloyd G. Balfour experienced ongoing revision to meet the progress towards becoming"experts"in Leadership Lecturer Series. Seniors in this state-mandated social studies frameworks, understanding the mission and the chal- newly added course studied the vast,geo- to reflect the district-wide goals from the lenges facing a NGO of their choice. In the graphical sweep of Asia from the Japanese Community Education Forum, and to advanced placement European course, stu- archipelago to the Indus River Valley. address the recommendations of the NEASC dents continued with the rigorous academic standard of the previous ear's AP offering, The social studies teaching staff continued report. In addition,the curriculum contin- p year's g' to improve curriculum content,assessment ued to be revised and augmented in order By end of their junior year, students have a solid and broad understanding of national tools, and instructional methodology, espe to guarantee relevant and challenging stud g cially in the field of technology.Teachers ies to all students. and international issues. attended the Taft School Program,College The grade 9 and 10 programs focused on a The grade 12 programs offered a variety of Board Seminars,Primary Source Programs two-year,United States history curriculum courses at all levels,including advanced as well as regional, state,and national con- that utilized teaching techniques, instruc- placement psychology. Students concen- ferences, such as the National Council for tional materials, and assessment tools to trated in one or more of the following Social Studies and the Conference on Civic support student achievement.Improved areas:psychology,law, civics, economics, Education. instruction and assessment techniques pre- and Asian history.All courses were electives and concentrated on preparing students for The social studies department continued to pared sophomores for the May MCAS exam- p p g value its close relationship with community ination component in United States history. college level instruction and assessment. and regional resources, such as the Students participated in out-of-school The recently added Civics course connected Veterans of Foreign Wars,the Watertown learning experiences, such as visiting the the soon-to-be graduates with local, state, Rotary Club,the Historical Society of Lowell Mills, conducting research at the and national civic groups. Students com- Watertown,the World in Watertown, the Ellis Island Immigration Center, and visiting peted in the Veterans' of Foreign Wars Watertown Citizens for Environmental museums in the Boston metropolitan area. "Voice of Democracy"Annual Essay Contest Safety, the No Place for Hate Committee, and produced a district winner.With a the Democratic and Republican Town In the spring, students in the United States grant from the Watertown Community Committees,to name but a few history program competed in the Historical Foundation, students completed an Society of Watertown Annual Essay Contest. extensive project on the 375th Anniversary As in previous decades,the department Three students were recognized for their sponsored the annual Margaret Bainbridge 75 Memorial Lecture and Scholarship.Also, health care.They are a link between Learning Standards K-5 emphasize through the department maintained its longstanding school,home,and community. the Physical Health Strand: Growth and commitment to help qualified graduate stu- Development,Physical Activity and Fitness, dents to enter the teaching profession by Personnel and Nutrition.Through the Emotional Health accepting interns from neighboring col- The 2005-2006 school year ended with the Strand, curriculum focuses on Mental leges, such as Harvard University and retirements of Ms. Kathleen Lockver and Dr. Health,Family Life, and Interpersonal Simmons College. Stephen Gould from their respective posi- Relationships. The Safety and Prevention In all social studies courses, teachers and tions of Administrator of Special Education Strand covers Disease Prevention, Safety students continued to work together to inte- and Assistant Superintendent of Schools. and Injury Prevention,and Violence Prevention. The revised physical education grate content with critical-thinking skills in The position of Administrator of Special report card was implemented in all three an effort to become well-informed citizens, Education was combined with leadership schools and has helped target common The social studies curriculum continued to responsibilities for several other areas of learning standards at each grade level.A challenge students to better understand the student services to become the Director of pacing guide/performance checklist was world around them and to become life-long Student Services. created and is being utilized to measure learners. In July,we welcomed Dr.Arm Koufman- student learning outcomes. Nursing Frederick as our new Assistant Superintendent Professional development was scheduled The Watertown School Nurses are an inte- of Schools,and in August,we welcomed for elementary physical education teachers gral part of the educational team. They are Ms.Elisabeth Schaefer as our first Director during the year to work on the new grading licensed professionals practicing as public of Student Services. initiative and further develop the curriculum. health nurses for the school population as The beginning of the 2006-2007 school A new addition to the elementary physical well as health professionals functioning in year saw the new building principals begin education staff is Laurie Willey Laurie has an educational environment. The school ring their second year working as a team. begun posting current PE news on the web nursing role includes a wide range of Dr.Juusela resigned from her position as page to promote physical education to stu- responsibilities and provides many health Hosmer principal at the end of the 2005- dents and parents.This past fall, Laurie services such as: 2006 school year and was replaced on an organized a fitness walk for students and • State mandated screenings interim basis by Ms.Anne Hardiman and their families, sponsored by Nike,and • Medication administration Mr.William McCarthy acting as co-princi- raised several hundred dollars for the and monitoring pals. Both Ms. Hardiman and Mr. McCarthy Cunniff School physical education program! have been with the Watertown Public • Student health assessments Schools for a majority of their lengthy Marianne Cameron and Mike Harrington • Skilled nursing care and case careers. worked with administration to improve management for children with adapted physical education opportunities special health needs Physical Education &Health for students at the Hosmer School.Through • Monitoring of mandated immunizations The physical education curriculum empha- their collaboration and efforts, students are • Provision of acute/emergency care sizes the importance of developing and getting additional instruction to address • Health counseling/education promoting a healthy lifestyle by providing specific needs. • Safety of the school environment/ regular exercise and health education. The middle school physical education and communicable disease control health program includes health promotion • Staff wellness/health education resource Through professional development oppor- tunities, staff selected common learning that involves personal hygiene,fitness • Participation in preparation and outcomes that center around the physical assessment,health-related fitness activities, implementation of Individual Education social. and mental areas of fitness at all ley team and individual sports,project adven- • Plans (IEPs) and 504 accommodation els and developmental stages.The elemen ture activities, and self-testing skills. Fitness plans tart',middle,and high school curriculum is Gram software was used to assess student • Teacher/interdisciplinary collaboration aligned to meet the Massachusetts State fitness levels.Activities were designed Health care issues present one of the great- Frameworks and NASPE Standards. address the importance of regular exercise cise est challenges facing our society today. The so students would develop an understand- Watertown School Nurses will continue to The elementary physical education program ing of life-long fitness. e in the school setting b is developmental and emphasizes social, face this challenge g y physical, and mental health promotion. The physical education teachers,Virginia acting as a liaison between education and Walsh and Thomas Johnson,reviewed 76 new physical education curriculum that Abuse prevention. The staff at the high appreciation by the Middlesex District addresses components of fitness and life- school completed training in Project Attorney's Office. long skills. The curriculum has been Adventure and plans to continue training in revised and involves several team teaching order to implement the Project Adventure with was awarded a$1 000 grant to assist w units. Grade 7 and 8 health curriculum curriculum. with SADD student-run programs for atwo- continues within the physical education year period beginning fall of`06. This cycle. Grade 6 health curriculum was The department worked on common lesson award requires three professional develop added and is being taught by Greg planning and curriculum development dur- ment workshops scheduled during the Marcotte. Greg offers hands-on activities ing various professional development days `06/'07 year to assist with the programming in his style of teaching. It is a goal of the scheduled during the year. of SADD.The grant program is called"A Health and Physical Education Department The Safe and Drug Free Schools grant pro- Call to Action." to continue to increase health curriculum vided students with two programs. The Student Services/Special Education to reach grades 7 and 8 in addition to the Peers Making Peace program is offered to physical education activity hours. K-12 students.Two to three staff members The Watertown Public Schools provides are trained in each school Staff members a comprehensive array of programs and The high school physical education pro . services from preschool through grade 12 gram offers several recreational and sport provide student training at each level and b p oversee the implementation of mediations. designed to address the needs of identified activities and dance that promote healthy students who have a disability and require active lifestyles, social interaction and Staff meets monthly or as needed to review ty the mediation program and training strate special education services.This document interpersonal skills.Through the use of the provides an overview of these programs gies. This year,high school peer mediators p p g fitness center,the physical education cur- assisted with the training of elementary and services. riculum includes skills and knowledge on the fitness components and personal fitness peer leaders. The training was held at the Highlights of the department-wide plan development. Students at the high Lowell School. initiatives for 2006-07 are: school also participate in fitness testing The Project Alliance membership funded . A newly created Student Services through the Fitness Gram program. through the SDFS grant has provided staff Leadership Council brings together staff The Project Adventure course has increased with professional development in anti-bully- from across specialties. The charge of the in student participation and includes many ing training and drug prevention education. council is to coordinate student services team-building games,low elements, and High school students have participated in to effectively support student learning. Teen Peer Leadership Training and are The membership of the council is broad wall-climbing activities. Participants learn p how to best utilize creativity, problem soly- working with the students of SADD to and includes: athletics, community edu- cation guidance,health nursing, h sr ing, critical-thinking skills, and team build- develop student/parent assemblies on , g g,p y - ing.The Project Adventure course is Drug Awareness.During the first week in cal education,English as a second scheduled for two sections per semester. February 2007, additional students will language,reading, special education,and receive the Drinking and Driving awareness technology. This fall the council reviewed The health curriculum at the high school training called"Sean and Betsie."These current services and developed three focuses on decision making, self-esteem, students will develop a high school student major goals for next year. relationships,nutrition, consumer health, assembly for the spring.This program is in effects of alcohol,tobacco, and drugs, body its 4th year. The goals of the Student Services systems, and disease prevention. The Leadership Council are to: Watertown Police Department visited The Watertown High School chapter of p SADD (Students Against Making Destruc- —Create a district-wide campaign to sup- classes to discuss harmful use of drugs, port healthy social-emotional development. alcohol,and driving under the influence. five Decisions) is rdico-chaired by Donna —Plan and implement strategies for The SADD video produced b Watertown Ruseckas,the Coordinator of Health and PE P Y promoting collaboration across services. students of SADD was added to the health and Malcolm Cooke, Coordinator of the English Department. Students produced a —Develop priorities and identify funds curriculum. to support translation services. ,30-minute video,which focused on the Staff Development:Each year, staff is cerd- dangers of underage drinking. The video is • The Department of Education completed fied in CPR and First Aid. Project Alliance now part of the grade 9 health curriculum a Comprehensive Program Review of has also provided the opportunity to learn and was shown to the entire student body Watertown programs to assess the school about Bullying,Teen Leadership and through a school-wide assembly. Students district's compliance with state and fed- Mediation programs, and Alcohol and Drug of SADD were awarded a certificate of eral regulations in the areas of: special 77 education; civil rights;Title I; career/ Elementary Programs participate in this class (IEP, 504, and regu- vocational education; and English lan- lar education).The High School Academic guage learner education.The department Resource Programs Program focuses on providing academic issued its final report in November 2006. to Support Inclusion support to students in the specific areas of School staff developed a corrective action These program services are provided by the social studies,English,and other general plan in December for presentation to the special education teachers at each of the academic areas. Students served include School Committee. Creating a corrective three elementary schools. Students who those on IEPs. 504 Plans, Regular action plan was developed by a team of receive services include those on IEPs, 504 Education Plans,and anv student who over 25 people and required collabora- plans,and Regular Education Service Plans. desires and/or is recommended for aca- tion across groups,with team members Students in these programs typically have a demic support. Both the special education doing a great job communicating and diagnosis of a specific learning disability. In teacher and instructional assistant partici- negotiating plans. this program,teachers provide in-class sup- pate in English and social studies classes in port with some discrete out-of-class sup- an inclusion model and are therefore able Preschool Program port in the areas of literacy and math. to provide appropriate support in these Development of instructional strategies, specific subjects. Ongoing teacher consulta- Integrated Preschool Program organizational skills,motivation,responsi- tion and collaboration with staff allows for (Hosmer Early Steps Preschool) bility,and self-advocacyskills are em ha- P curriculum modification and accommoda- Integrated multi-aged classrooms are sized. Specific social and emotional skills tion. Other areas of support include: assis- staffed according to the individualized are addressed as needed. Students receive tance with organizational skills,projects, needs of the students.The curriculum is individualized instruction based on their test preparation, and independent academic designed to fulfill goals and objectives for evaluations/consultation with classroom skill development. Students can also receive preschool students in their social, emo- teachers as an ongoing activity: Related counseling therapy as participants in this tional, cognitive,language, and physical services such as speech and language, program. development.A collaborative team counseling, and occupational and physical approach is utilized in this program that therapy may also be included. The Bridge Program involves: special education teachers, This program is only for students who have instructional assistants, consulting psvchol- Specialized Primary Level been identified as having special needs and ogists, occupational,physical, and speech Program at Cunniff School require additional structured support that therapists. Parental involvement is critical This class is designed to provide applied only the Academic Support Program can to the success of this program. There are behavioral analysis (ABA) programming for provide. Students in the Bridge Program several instructional models including:half- the students diagnosed with autism spec- typically participate in the Academic day and full-day programming, discrete trum or related disabilities.The ro ram P g Support Program also. IEP teams determine specialized services, consultation to parents services a four-year age range, kinder- the need for placement in the program. and community providers, and develop- garten to grade 3. The class is staffed and This is typically a small group setting. mental screening.The Preschool Intake designed to provide specialized instruction Review Team screens and assesses children and home-school collaboration. Students in Resource Program aged three through five years based on a the classroom participate in the life of the The high school's Resource Program pro- referral from early intervention programs, school and general education classrooms the medical community,parents, or others. vides services for students on IEPs identi- on an individualized basis related to their fled with specific learning disabilities. Children served have a wide range of dis- profile. Students who participate in this program abilities and diagnoses that indicate a need receive direct instructional support in their for educational support.The preschool staff Middle and High School specific area of learning disability as it works closely with the elementary princi- rams Pro pals and staff to assure smooth transitions g relates to the student's participation in the and continuation of appropriate support Academic Support and Academic regular curriculum.These students are services, once a child is age eligible for Assistance Program enrolled in all regular content classes. classes in the elementary school. The Middle School Academic Assistance Support is provided in all academic areas Program focuses on pre-teaching and re- for the processing of written language, test teaching curriculum topics in a smaller set- Preparation, study skills,and for the cour- ting.Two regular education and one special com- pletion of long-term assignments and proj- ects. M education teacher are responsible for this any students take classroom tests in class.All students who are struggling can the resource setting and receive specific 7s accommodations and modifications as Counseling therapy is provided to all stu- • Instructional Tutoring (one-to-one or required. Students focus on the develop- dents on an individual and/or group basis. small group on specific instruction) ment of instructional strategies, organiza- • Nursing Services (each school has a tional skills,motivation,responsibility, The Learning Support Program school nurse with the Nurse Leader pro- independence, and self-advocacy skills, This middle school Learning Support viding the program supervision to all Specific social and emotional skills are Program is designed for students whose schools) addressed as needed. Services include con primary diagnosis is intellectual develop- sultation with staff and parents and the mental disability or delay Students partici- • Home School Collaboration (specific dis- development of collaborative strategies to pate in regular middle school educational ability requirements for this service) support student functioning in regular con- experiences when appropriate.These stu- tent classes. dents require functional academic support These services are typically provided in- delivered in a separate setting from their class.However,there are times when a Language-Based/Learning Disability regular classroom,when appropriate. The student requires"discrete" out-of-class Program program also operates a school store which interaction.With all these related services, consultation to staff and parents and evalu- This high school program is designed for is open daily at lunch time and serves as a anon services are provided as needed students with significant, specific language vehicle to enhance functional math skills. disabilities in reading and writing,who may This program also provides speech,lan- Technology have receptive and expressive processing guage, and group counseling services in the issues. Students participate in regular con- classroom when appropriate. Students in Wireless capability proliferated across the to tent classes with required academic support this program participate in various social school district during the year. Expected and modifications. Specific reading instruc- skill-building field trips such as skiing and be completed in early 2007,wireless access ss tion and skills development in the areas of white-water rafting. points can be found in at least some loca- organization,test preparation,project com- tions in all school buildings,for both public pletion,responsibility, and independence Related Services and secure communications. are provided to assist students in regular The following related services are,in most A new mobile laptop lab was introduced for content classes. Co-taught English classes cases, offered at the preschool, elementary, instructional purposes in the middle school are offered and,when required, self-con- middle, and high school levels: and housed in the library.Teachers from all tained instruction is provided. Students can disciplines have taken advantage of this also receive counseling therapy as partici- • Speech and Language Therapy 21st century resource to design lessons pants in this program. • Occupational Therapy integrating online research,presentation, and communication with standards-based The Harbor Program • Physical Therapy/Contracted Services curriculum.During its first year of use,the This middle school program is designed for . Counseling,Clinician Support (one-to- lab was booked non-stop. students with emotional impairments. The one, group therapy by Wayside Youth and provides intensive academic The first rollout of 40 instructional laptops program p Family Services Colony Care, the Academv at the elementary and middle school level social, emotional,and behavioral support of Phvsical and Social Development) was accomplished near year end. Marking to students at high risk for outside place- ment in either clinical day,residential, or • Specialized Reading Instruction (Orion- the beginning of the district's transition to hospital programs. Some students may be Gillingham,Wilson Reading Program, the Windows platform,these new laptops transitioning from hospitalizations and one-on-one and small group instruction) will provide teachers and students with a more restrictive settings into the public start-of-the-art base for lesson planning, school setting. Program teachers provide 'Behavioral Consultation (scheduled for research, student projects, and communi- support to families via parenting strategies, all schools,by Autism Specialist and cation.New models of technology integra- Psychologist) home behavior management programs, and tion within the curriculum are expected to utilization and coordination of outside • Behavioral Specialist (instructional result. agency services. Students are expected to support,Walker School Services) Additional ceiling-mounted projection sys- participate in all regular classes with emo tems were installed creating full multi- tional/academic support provided on an as- •Vision Specialist Support (Contracted pp p Services,Carroll Center,New England media learning environments.Teachers also needed basis.This program has a social College of Optometry) began using TeacherWeb, an educational worker assigned to it. Services are designed content management system enabling all to meet the individual needs of students. staff to build a web presence. In the fall,the 79 high school Guidance Department rolled have their foreign language class every day. Watertown High School out Naviance,a full-service college entrance During the past summer,foreign language International Club system for student,parent,and guidance teachers,Jeanne Skuse and Stacy Stern, The International Club led by foreign lan- counselor planning and application submis- wrote a new curriculum for the accelerated guage teacher,Barbara Williams, and ELA sion and tracking. program,which includes a new Spanish teacher, Bryna Leeder,meets monthly on series that employs the latest in methodol- half days when students are dismissed at The district data network completed the ogy-and technology to address the multiple noon. Current membership includes 50 stu- first step in stabilizing toward a fully cen- tralized needs of students with various learning dents and about 9 staff members. The club uedr implementation. Planning t of a- styles and abilities.David DeMaio did the meetings usually attract around 40 students; high for acquisition and deployment of a same work during the summer for the new half of them being mainstream students high bandwidth Internet connection (T 3) Italian curriculum,which has been well interested in learning about other cultures that will arrive in early 2007. received by the students. and half of them being international stu- World Languages AP Italian Curriculum and dents who want to share their cultures with Starting in grade 6 of the Watertown Middle Honors Curricula Revisions others. School, students may choose to study Patrizia Pistone, a teacher of Italian and At each gathering,food from the country French, Italian,and Spanish.At Watertown Spanish at Watertown High School, attended being discussed is sampled,while the par- High School,the students may take the five-day workshop for the instruction of ticipants listen to music,watch dances,and Armenian.With the addition of the new AP Italian at the Taft Institute in Watertown, hear about what life is like for teenagers in Advanced Placement program of Italian at Connecticut. Upon her return, she wrote that country.Topics of discussion usually Watertown High School, students in all the new curriculum for the AP Italian include: school, dating,history,languages, three languages,who have begun at the course. Ms.Pistone,along with Joseph holidays,and religious customs. middle school,now have the opportunity to Tirone, revised the curricula for Italian take an Advanced Placement course. honors courses that lead to AP Italian. New Grade Six Foreign Language Program at the Middle School This year,the students of grade 6 started a new, accelerated curriculum for foreign languages in grade 6.The students now 80 Voting Results TOWN OF WATERTOWN STATE PRIMARY SEPTEMBER 19, 2006 1 I 1 i j �A1_jA2 'A3 1B4 65 B6 ;C7 C8 jC9 jD10 D11 D12 Totaf IR (SENATOR IN CONGRESS j I IT I Times counted 1399 429 482 6441515 483 689 643 291; 622 517 510 6224 U 1 Unused Votes 66 68 74 104 77 64 122 118, 561108 98 96 1051 W I Write-in votes 4 7r4821 5 3 11 71 31 9 4 411 71 C EDWARD M KENNEDY 329,354 4331416 556 518 2321 505 415 410 5102 R GOVERNOR I T Times counted 31991429 (5151483 689,643 2911 622j 517' 510 6224 U . Unused Votes _ 1 1; 1 2 j_1+ 2 2' 1 I 2 1 2+ 2, 18 W 1 Write-in votes 0! 0 1 01 0, 1' 0 2; 0 1 0I 2' 7 C CHRIS_TOPHER GABRIELI 1151 88 89!103L621 72 117 120 52 120 971 88 1123 C DEVAL L PATRICK 1 157 155 227 352'•250 203 261 249 1141 187' 1731 184 2512 C THOMAS F REILLY 126 185 164 187 202 205 309 2 11 123 313 245 234 2564 IR LT.GOVERNOR T 1 Times counted 399 429 482 644 515 483 689 643 291 622 517 510I6224 LLLI Unused Votes 34 43 49 65E 46 40 801 77 32i 64158 65 653 W I Write-in votes 1 1 1 OI 1 0 01 3 OI 1 1 01 3 11 1C I DEBORAH B GOLDBERG 124 148,163 19911791196 2061191 102 208 188 164 2068 _ATTORNEY GENERAL 133 144 149 205 169 161 2491,215 96 236 162' 166 2085 _... _ C ANDREA C SILBERT 1107 93 120, 175 1201 86 154 157, 61 113� 109 112 1407 r Times counted 3994294821644 515I483 689 643 291, 6221 517 510 6224 ; Unused Votes 901951105163 981 85 1591140 74 138 104 106 1357 J Write-in votes 3 2 3 1' 6 4 2 6 1 4 3 4 39 C MARTHA COAKLEY 306 332 374 480 411 394 528 497 216 480 4101 400 4828 R _SECRETARY OF STATE __ T Times counted 399 429 482 644 515 483 689 6431291 622 517I 510 6224 ju ' Unused Votes _ _ 57 76 73 110 68 53 127 99 37 71 741 821 927 W Write-in votes 1 0 0 1 0 1 _0 0 0, 0 1 0' _4 C WILLIAM F GALVIN i283 276 335 424_363,371 462;433 211' 466 372 360 4356 C JOHN BONlFAZ 58 77 741109 84 58 100 111; 431 85 70 68 937 IR TREASURER T jwTimes counted 399 429 4821644 515 483 689 643'291 6221 517 51016224 U Unused Votes 96 113 133 225 125115 206 175 79 1551 134 128 1684 JW Write-in votes 2 51 2 1 2 3 0 5 1 1 3 5 30 C TIMOTHY P CAHILL 301 311 347 418 388 365 483 463 211 466 380 377 4510 R AUDITOR 1 ; T i Times counted 3991429 4821644 515 4831689 643 2911 622 517 510 6224 U Unused Votes _ I104I118 1311225 136 1061193i1711 79 140 123 128 1654 W Write-in votes — ! 1 0 1 101 4 51 2 2 1 1 2 41 23 C A JOSEPH DeNUCCI j 2941 3111350 L419,375 372 494 470'211, 481, 392 378 4547 R REP.IN CONGRESS_ +3999 _T Times counted 429 482 644 515483 689'643 291 622 517 510 6224 U 1 Unused Votes 0 93 111 155 1091 98 17711531 73 149 125 121 1454 W 1 Write—In votes 1 4 5 3 31 4 31 31 1 2 0 5 34 IC EDWARD J MARKEY 1308,332 366 486�403 381 50914871 217 471 392 384 4736 R COUNCILLOR j I 4wTuWrite-in Times counted 399 429 482 644 515 483 689�643!291 622 517 51016224 Unused Votes 115 136 158 298{1901144 272214 90 194, 169 172 2152 votes 4 9 10 12 131 16'; 15, 22I 6 14 10 6 137 C 1i M M PETITTO DEVANEY 280 284 314f 334j 312 323j 402 407 195 414 338 332 3935 _-�iR 1SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT 1 I T , Tmes counted 13991429 482 644 515 483 689 643 291 622 517 51016224 W I Write-in votes d Votes 78 84 1111 111 811 83 1400 122 i 621 1131 1011 104 1214 23 81 TOWN OF WATERTOWN STATE PRIMARY SEPTEMBER 19, 2006 C STEVEN A TOLMAN 1320�343�3711�526�42913961545 5151222 504 413 403 4987 R REP. IN GENERAL COURT j I j T Times counted622 j 622 U Unused Votes ; 1 ; 1561 ; 156 W Write-in votes C PETER J KOUTOUJIAN i 1 465' 1 465 R REP. IN.GEN.ERAL.COURT �T I Times counted 399 429 482 644 515 483 689,643 2911 5171 510 5602 U ' Unused Votes 90 100 118 142 108 106 175 174 78� 1141117 1322 W Write-in votes 4 8 7 7 6 7 13 15 31 71 7 84 C RACHEL KAPRIELIAN 305 321 3571495 401 370 501 454 210 396� 38614196 R DISTRICT ATTORNEY T Times counted 399 429I,482644515 714!8�3689 643 291 622 517 510 6224 U Unused Votes 1135,1431159 2.67 178 141:256'194 98 199 152 158,2080 IW' __Write-in votes 1; 1 1 0 1 41_04; 1� 0 21 4' 19 �C_ GERARD T LEONE,JR 2631285 322 377 336 338 4331445'192 423 363' 348 4125 R ICLERK OF COURTS �__68 �_64 1 IT I Times counted 1399 429 482 644,515 483 9 31291 622' 517 510 6224 IU Unused Votes _ 1 881 99 107 165 118 92 178 154 70 110 110 113, 1404 W Write-in votes 1 1 1 0 1, 1 0 1 1 0 0 2 9 C I BRUCE M DESMOND 63 65 84 90 79 80 112 96 46 89 82 82 968 C I MICHAEL A SULLIVAN �247 264 290 389 317 310 399 392 174 423, 3251 313 3843 R IREGISTER OF DEEDS I T ( Times counted _ 399 i 4291482 644+515,483 6_89 G4_3 2911 622 517 5101_6224 U Unused Votes_ 132 1461154 277 177'135'259 222108 204 1631170 2147 W Write-in votes 1 2 1 0 2 4 0 3 1 0 0 4 18 C EUGENE C BRUNE 1266 281 3271367 336 344 430 418 182 418 354 336 4059 R SENATOR IN CONGRESS I T Times counted 1 32 22 18 30 22 151 52 25 13 17 22 18 286 U Unused Votes 1 1 41 2 5 0 31 11 2 0 1 I 6 0 35 W Write-in votes 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 C KEVIN P SCOTT CHASE 101 14 15 251 01 181 61 39 23 12I 13 14 18 167 R !GOVERNOR ! T Times counted _ j 32 22 18; 30 22 15 52 25 131 17� 22 18 286 U Unused Votes M 13 5I 3i 4, 2 2- 10 6 1 2 6 31_47 W Write-in votes 1 0 0� 0 1 2 0 1 2 0, 0 1 01 7 C KERRY HEALEY 29 171 15 251 18 131 41 17 121 15 15 15; 232 R LT.GOVERNOR i --I I i T 1 Times counted 32 221 18 30 22 15 52 25 131 17` 221 18 286 U I Unused Votes 7 6 9 7 61 2 16r 6 1 3 9 6 78 1�C REED V HILLMAN_ __ 24 16 9 23 15, 13; 36I 171 12 14 w13 12 204 R ATTORNEY GENERAL- T Times counted 32; 22 181 301 221 15, 52 25' 131 17T 221 18 286 U Unused Votes 5 4{ 2__._5� _5 2 14 4 Oj 2I 3 3 49 W I Write-in votes 1 0 0 01 01 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 IC LARRY FRISOLI 1 27 18 16 251 16 13 38 20 13 15 19 15 235 SECRETARY OF STATE T Times counted 32, 22 18 30 22 15 52 251 13 171 22 181 286 U Unused Votes 281 22 17 29 19 13 511 251 13 161 21: 161 270 IW Write-in votes 41 0 1 1 3 2 1 01 0 1 2I 16 I R TREASURER _I T Times counted 32 221 181 301 221 15, 52 25 13 17 22 18 286 U 1 Unused Votes 129 221 17 291 201 141 51 251 13 17 21' 16� 274 WI Write-in votes 31 0� 1 11 21 11 1 0� 0, 0, 1 21 12 82 J!R JAUDITOR I I I I I I I T Times counted 32 22, 18 30 22 15 52 25 13 17 22 18 286 U Unused Votes 29` 21 17 29 20 15 52 25 13 17 21 18 277 IR +REP. 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