HomeMy Public PortalAboutSELECTMENS RECORDS 1965-1971 SELECTMEN'S MEETINGS 1
December 7, 1965
1. A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Dec . 7, 1965
at 7:30 P.M. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved.
2. After consultation with members of the Finance Committee , it
was decided to request Mr. Arthur S.' Johnson to reconsider his
resignation from the School Building Committee, as recently sub-
mitted, a letter to this effect, signed by members of this Board
and the Finance Committee has been sent to Mr. Johnson.
3. A warrant in the amount of $�2,355.43 was approved.
4. Transfers as follows were requested:
Forest Fires - $800.00
Comfort Station - 18.02
Veterans services - 200.20
5. Building permits were issued to :
Edward Hewett, Lots 4 & 10, Oldtown Way for 2 dwellings.
6. Members of the Byfield Grange appeared before the Board to
request approval ,to continue dances for young people through
February 1966. itequest granted.
7. It was reported that effective Jan. 1, 1966, the Veterans
Agent will be Harris C.' Giles, 163 High St. , Topsfield.
8. It was voted to erect signs at the town dump, restricting use
to Newbury residents.
.9. Town Counsel , 11brnard Lojko , met briefly with the Board con-
cering town business.
10. It was announced that the Rowley-Newbury town line would 'be
perambulated on Sunday; Dec . 12, 1965.
11 . A letter was received from the Newburyport Board of Health,
stating that a screening clinic for T.B. cases, is to be estab-
lished at the Anna Jacques Hospital, beginning in January 1966.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETINGS
December 14, 1965
1. A meeting of the Board- of SelectmeniAas held on Ibc . 14, 1965
at 7:30 P.M. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved. ,
2. The following licenses were renewed; having been approved by
the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission:
a. Package Goods Stores - all alcoholic beverages
(1)Guilfords Package Store Inc . , Roberta B. Guilford , Mgr.
(2)The Corner Cupboard, Paul E.-Burke, Mgr.
b. Common lwlctualer - all alcoholic beverages
(1)Beachcomber Restaurant Inc . , Susan M. Villane , Mgr.
(2)Wayside Motel Inc . , Dominic Menasale , Mgr.
c . Package Goods Stores - Wines & Malt Beverages
(1)Arthur Bulgaris, D/B/A - Art ' s Package Store
(2)Arthur & Marcella Young, D/B/A - Town & Country Store
(3)Norman Hinds , No . Blvd.
(4)Hayden Collins , Plum '`Is. avd.
d. Club License - all alcoholic beverages
(1)Newbur-,,r Club Inc . , Augestine Chiango', 11gr.
3. Permission was granted to New Jiigland,- Tel. & Tel: Co. for
installation of four poles on Old Rowley Rd.
4. A warrant in the amount of �41 ,292.10 (39,662.75 + 1 ,629.35)
was approved.
5. A building permit for an addition was issued to Worthen H.
Taylor, Sr. , 46 Hanover. St.
6. Police Chief, James E. Platt, reported completion of traffic
lines on town highways.
7. A notice was received from the Newburyport Dept. of Health
that a T.B. clinic is to be established at Anna Jacques Hospital.
Participation and cooperation by the Newbury Board of Health is
requested.
8. A request was received from Essex County Mosquito Control
Project to appointea liaison officer. Mr. William (blby, Tree
Warden, was appointed and so notified.
9. Meeting adjourned at 8: 30 P.M.
R. J. Noble, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
December 28, 1965
1 . A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Dec . 28, 1965
at 7:30 P.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved.
2. The following licenses were granted:
Mary A. Webber, Plum Island Blvd.
Gift Shop, Buy & Sell Antiques , 2nd Hand Articles
Arthur & Marcella Young, D/B/A Town 6'L Country Store
Common Uictualers Lic .
Robert Fournier, Walton Building, Hanover St.
Barber Shop
HyWay Inn, Inc . ,Newbury Club, Inc . Augustine Chi.ango , Mg.
Central St.
Common Victaler' s Lic . , Motel Lic . Dance Lic .
Wayside Motel of Byfield, Inc . Dominic Henesale, Mgr.
Wayside Ave.
Common Victualer' s Lic. , Dance Lic . , Motel Lic . , Coin
operated Pool Tible , Juke. Boix, Week days only.
Ernest W. Thayer, The Country %ore , Morgan Ave.
Common Victualer' s Lic. Ice Cream Lic . (Sunday)
Melvin A. 11-ew,. Ould Newbury Coffee lop, 27 High Road
Common Victualer' s Lic . , Juke Box, week days only
Edward R. Noyes , "Pete ' s Barn" , 88 Green St.
Common Victualer' s Lic . , Dance Lic .
Prescott L. & Margaret K. Spalding, 313 High Rd.
Gift Shop , Buy & Sell Antiques &Second Hand Articles.
3. Permits were granted to the Haverhill Gas Co. for install-
ation of service at 24 Riverview Drive and 'at Lots 4 & 109
Oldtown Way.
4. A warrant in the amount of $6,881.55 (1,561.50 + 5,320.05)
was, approved.
5. . The resi.gnation. of Mrs. Alberta Hurley as Public Health
Nurse effective Jan 1, 1966 was received.
6. Building permits were issued as follows:
Robert Colby, 142 High Road, corn shed
Ernest Guilford, Storage shed on Lot 136, Montgomery Park.
Meeting adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
R. J. Noble , Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 7
January 11 , 1966
1. A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Jan. 11 , 1966
at 7 : 30 P.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were held and
acce-pted.
2. The following licenses were approved and signed:
Nicholas Arakelian, 5-7 Hanover St.
Gift Shop, Buy -&- Sell Antiques, Second Hand Articles
Keith P. & Marguerite A. Walton, 62 Hanover St.
Gift Shop, Buy & "Sell Yarns, Antiques , Second Hand "rticles
Elsie 0. Thurlow, 264 High Road,
Gift Shop, Buy &- Sell Antiques, Second Hand Articles
Common Victualer' s Lic .
Plum Island Taxpayer' s Association, William Me -Quaid, Mgr,
Plum Is . Blvd.
Common Victualer' s Lic .
Albert J. Goldberg
Motor Vehicle Junk Lic . Class Y
Corner of Turnpike & Middle Road.
3. Mrs . Elizabeth Feunerau, 113 State St. ,Newburyport was ap-
pointed as public health nurse.
4. Building permits were granted as follows :
David Brown, 1 Anchor Way, addition to dwelling
Albert Goldberg, Route 1 , porchaddition to place of business.
5. final warrant in the amount of 6,263.99 for 1965 expenses
was approved, as way this initial warrant for 1966 in the amount
of $23,674.01 (21 ,992.81 + 11681. 20)
6. It was noted that closing date for articles for the town
warrant will be February 12, 1966.
R. J. Noble , . Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING C�
January 25, 1966 •
1. A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Jan. 25, 1966
at 7: 30 P.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved.
2. The-name of A. J. Urjil, Downfall Rd. Was drawn for jury duty
at the Superior Court, Salem, beginning Feb. 21 , 1966.
3. The following licenses were granted:
Guilford' s Package Store, Inc .
Judith L. Condon, Manager (New Manager)
Pauline W. Pratt, D/B/A "Pollys -Gift Shop"
. Buy & Sell gifts & antiques and second-hand articles
4. An application for Class 2, Used Car Dealer' s license for
Nicholas J. Ivone , 33 Central St. because..:;
a. It was not shown that the proposed business would be the
principal bu-siness of Mr. _Ivone. (Chap. �140, Sect. 58
G_'en. Laws) -
b. Mr. Ivone stated before the lbard, the license originally
issued to him in had never been used and that
he has not carried on any business under such license.
5. The control of parking on No. Blvd. , P.I . was discussed with
the police chief.
6. Mr. McQuaid, Plum Is. Taxpayers Assoc . , appeared to discuss
erosion at Plum Island. He invited the Board to attend a meeting
of the association at their hall on ''und.ay, Feb. 13, at 3 :00P.M.
7. A building permit for a dwelling at 14 Oak Terrace was given
to Mr. William McClellan.
8. A warrant in the amount of 527,819.29 (26,406.79 + 11412.50)
was approved.
9. It was noted by the auditor that as of this date:
Surplus Revenue $'1501000
Stabilization Fund 101000
Due from State 20,000
Total Surplus Aect. $$180,000
Free Cash. $112,507.42
lO. A request from the Fire Chief to increase the present flat
rate from $4,35Q. to $7,000. (for each company) will be incorporated
in the budget for presentation at the Town Fleeting.,
11. Plans were made, to meet with the auditor on Feb. 1 and with
the Finance Board on Feb. 7, 1966 for discussion of budget items.
12. An invitation was received from the Board of . Selectmen of
Rowley to attend the opening of the T-Bar Ski lift at the Sea '
View recreational Area on Jan. 30, at 3:30 F.M.
13. On the application of Mrs. Frances Goodman, a hearing will be
held on Feb. 22, 1966 at 8:0O .P.M. concerning a permit to build
an addition to an existing snack bar at the Plum Island Airport.
Royce J. Noble, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 1
February 8, 1966
1. The meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Feb. 8, 1966
at 7:30 P.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved.
2. A building permit was issued to Jos. Meehan, Greentree Lane,
for an addition 'to a dwelling.
3. Permission was given to Protection Fire Co. #2 for use of the
upper green .for. a carnival on June 16, 17 & 18, 1966.
4. A warrant in the amount of $28,029.32 (1,452.75 + 26,576.57)
was approved.
It was noted that snow removal to date has cost $13,500.00
5. Upon application of Frances Goodman, a public hearing on
petition to build an addition to an existing snack bar, Plum
Island Blvd, will be held on March 8, 1966 at 8:00 P.M. instead
of Feb. 22.
6. Mr. James Redford appeared before the Board concerning clari-
fication of title to a parcel of land on Plum Island.
7. A communication .was received from the Conservation Commission
stating their interest . in the Meeting House Pond area, and their
desire in acquiring it for public use.
Royce J. Noble, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1:3:
February 22, 1966
1. A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Feb. 22, 1966
at 7: 30 P.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved.
2. The following licenses were approved:
Common Victualer' s license renewal - Mrs. William Goodman,
Sky Flyers Snack Bar, Plum Is. Airport.
3. A permit was granted' to the New Lngland Tel. & Tel. Co. . and
the Mass . Elec.. Co— for the removal of 3 poles on Orchard St.
. 4. The warrant for the annual Town Meeting, March 15, 1966, signed.
5. A payroll in the amount of $26,603.48 (25,185.48 + 11418.00)
was. approved.
6. Building permits were granted as follows :
Warren Holt, Orchard St. , dwelling
Amedee Dupuis, Hanover . St. , addition
.Gloria Daiges , Lots 46 & 47, No. Blvd. , - Garage
and house renovation
7. At 8: 15 P.M. a public hearing was held on the layout of Tory Lane.
In favor: Mr.. Joy, Tyr. Adams , Mr. Harry Fish - opoosed '- none.
8. Notice was received from the Soc . for The Preservation of New
England Antiquities that the Sw. Ilsley House; 4, High Road,.
formerly owned by that society, now in private use. -
9. . A request from the Haverhill Community Action Comm. for the use
of the Town Hall . on Monday, March 21 , for a discussion d the
Medicare program, at 2:00 P.M. was approved.
10. A public meeting with the Fish & Game Div. , Mass. Dept. of
Natural Resources, on Wed. , Feb. 23, 1966, was announced.-
R. J. Noble , Sec .
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING
March 8, 1966
1. A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on March 8, 1966
at 7: 30 P.M. The -minutes of the previous meeting were read and
approved.
2. A payroll warrant in the amount of $16,062.32 (14,687.62 +
1,374.70 was approved.
3. Building permits were granted as .follows :
E. Levesmu e, Forest St. , breezeway
J. & P. 0onstruction
Dwelling at Lot 2, School St., North side
Dwelling at Lot 3, School St. , North side
Non Grant, Main St. , garage
Mrs. Goodman, snack bar addition, Airport , P. I.
4. At 8:00 P.M. a public hearing was held on the application of
Mrs. Frances Goodman for an addition to a snack bar at the Airport
Plum Island Blvd. In favor Messrs. Taylor & Packer. Opposed - none.
5. A license for buying and selling antiques .and second-hand
articles (renewal) was granted to Malcolm & Alice Wood, 124 High Rd.
6. Appointed: . Geo. Emerson, Gas Inspector
Wm. Shannon, Asst. Gas Inspector
Royce J. Noble, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 17
March 22, 1966
An executive session was held to organize the board:
Richard Knight - chairman _
.Henry Gbbb - clerk
The following licenses were granted:
1. Ould Newbury Golf Club,. Ralph F. Johnson, Mgr. Tnpke.
Common Victualer' s
2. Margaret Pizza, "Surfside Clam Bar" , Palumbo Parking Lot, P.I .
Common V ctualer' s
Ice Cream, (Sunday Lic)
3. Aristotle Mavrofrides, "Thunder head restaurant" , Corner of
Plum. Is . Blvd. & Sunset Drive
Common Victualer' s
Ice Cream (Sunday Lic)
Juke Box, (Week days only)
4. Henry S. Deorocki , 178 High load -
Buy & Sell Antiques, 2nd band Articles and Gifts
5. Theresa V. Searle & Theresa L. Hahn, 20 Forest St.
Buy & Sell Antiques , 2nd Hand Articles and Gifts
Permit was granted to New Eng. Tel & Tel & Mass. Elec. Co. for
a pole removal - Lunt St. corner of $rest & Main St.
The payroll was approved in the amount of $25,099.22.
The following building permits were granted: '
Mr. & Mrs. Constant Christuk, Jr. - new home #1 S.inspt Drive
Frank A. mite - porch addition, 7 .Hiverview Drive
C. H. Elliott - garage, Lot, 77, pith St.
Mr. Capolupo appeared before the board with his attorney for the
purpose of obtaining information regarding a possible complaint of
unlawful sewage disposal.
The board acepted Mr. James Low' s resignation .from the finance
board.
Executive session was resumed for the purpose of appointments
tosvarious town offices. Several appointments were made and have
been announced to the press.
H. E. Webb, Jr.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 19
March 29, 1966
The Selectmen again met in executive session for the purpose of more
town appointments. All positions were filled with the exception
on 'Inspector of Gas Piping & Gas Appliances" at which time is
still open.
R. D. Campbell was granted a permit for an addition to an existing
building.
Frank A. �h.ite was granted a permit for a porch addition at
7 Riverview Drive. <
The weekly payroll was approved in the amount of 58,872.71.
It was voted to patch the cellar floor at the Oldtown Town Hall .
Chairman Knight will supervise the project.
H. E. Webb, Jr.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 12, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.
The following building permits were granted:
Ould Town Builders, Inc , - new home , 5 Thry Lane
John O 'Rouke - addition to a building, Lot 131, Blk. E, 14th St.
W. Ashton Knight = bay window , 4 Fairview Ave.
M. Burbank ' screen porch, addition to a barn
W. C. McClellan - new homes at 8 & 9 Grove St.
L. N. %wrey - addition to an existing building, 153 Orchard St.
J. McDonald - breezeway & addition, Fordham Way.
R. R. Walton - additnn, Lot 9, Block F. 77th St.
C. Giuliagio - move building from lot 192 to 194, 51s.t St.
C . Addonigio - move building from lot 202 to 208, 51st St.
The following licenses were granted:
Bell and Gorman, 275 High Road
Ice Cream (Sunday) Lic .
Lillian Jurgel and Doris Brown
Hilton Stand, Northern Blvd.
Common Victualer' s
' Ice Cream (Sunday 0, Lic .
Kay Moulton, Building, Lot 5, Block 3, Zbc . J. P.I. Blvd.
Bait Shop
Ice Cream (Sunday) Lic .
Joanne C. Purington, 36 Main St.
Buy,- & Sell Antiques , 2nd Hand Articles and Gifts.
Granted, subject to the approval of the ABC , a club license,
Malt Beverages only to Ould Newbury Golf Club, Newburyport, tnpke.
Joint Pole Locations to Mass. Elec-. Co. & New Eng. Tel & Tel. Col.
16th St. 309 feet from Northern Blvd. Middle Road 924 feet from
Elm St. '
The warrant was approved in the amount of $5,322.48.
Two directional signs were requested. One for "The Country Store"
and one for the "Plum Island Airport.',=
Mr.. Frank Nelson requested that further effort be made to clean
up the Marsh ATre . area and approachs . The police chief was
directed to contact violaters of the junk by-law in this and
other areas.
Mr. Howard Fernald requested that a larger street light be
installed at his place of business.
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Respectfully Submitted,
H. ,E. Webb, Jr.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 23,
April 26, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Forester, James Wile, requested an appropriation of a sum of
money for the purpose of buying five brooms , pitch forks , etc.
for- .the fire dept. Request was granted. Ile also suggested that
the fire dept. be allowed to back-fire the dump area - also granted.
The following building permits were issued:
Thomas Koravos - new home, Lot 24, Blk. 9 Sect. J. P.I .
R. L. PLarinton - addition, 21 Main St.
Francis & Mary Brown - porch and deck addition, Sunset Blvd..
D. Healy - kitchen addition, Northern Blvd.
A discussion took place concernig higher intensity street
lighting on certain area of High load. The Selectmen will
discuss. this matter at a later date.
Foster Fenton was appointed custodian of the Comfort Station.
at P.I .
The Selectmen agreed to advertise for bids for the new police
cruiser. The specifications for same were discussed and drawn up.
Leroy Smith was appointed for special private police work.
W. Burns was hired for rubbish pick-up at P.I . and a discussion
of the schedule took place.
The Selectmen voted to purchase an American and a Town flag with
standards to be placed `in the town hall
The warrant was approved in the amount of $12,384.99•
It was voted to have shelves erected in the town offices for
the convenience of clerical workers.
A discussion of town parks took place and the board agreed to
have. the park at. Marston' s Pond cleaned up and also to repair the
baseball backstop at the upper green.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb, Jr.
SELECTI'lEN'S MEETING
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May 10, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Bids for the new police cruiser were opened and Collis Chevrolet
was awarded the contract for $1 ,148.00. The only other bidder was
Bolles Motor with a price of $1 ,650.00..
The veekly payroll was accepted and signed for the amount of 44,744.03.
The Selectmen voted to purchase 3 lawnmowers for an approximate
cost of 147.00 each. Two of these mowers will be used at the
cemetery and the third one at the Town Hall.
Auditor Knight informed -the board that Newbury' s sales tax
exempt {# will - be E-046-001-243. Police Chief Platt met with the
selectmen`t and discussed matters pertaining to the placing of the
Town Seal on the police cruiser, street lighting at various loc-
ations and the proposed emergency squad.
The following building permits were issued:
T. J. Cahill - addition, Lot #2, Block 5, Sect. J, P.I .
Albert & Eleanor Walker - a new trailer to replace their present
one at 4 Moody St.
Mr. Paul Munier appeared before the Selectmen, along with Mr.
Richard Joy, for the purpose of discussing various phases including
proposed scholarships for .the Military School to be located in
the Byfield section of town.
The Selectmen voted to have one office in the Oldtown Town Hall
washed and painted at an approximate cost of $60.00. This work
to be done by George Perkins.
Mr. Keith Vhlton gave a report of progress on the new .war
memorial which had been authorized at the regular town meeting.
More estimates are needed and an attempt will be made to get them.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb , Jr.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 ",
May 24, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The payroll was approved in the amount of $6,678.97.
At 8:00 P.M. a public hearing was held upon the application of.
the Ould Newbury Ga_lf Club for the purpose of storing 300 gallons
of gasoline underground for own use at the Newburyport turnpike
property. Mr. Dean Robertson represented the applicant - no one
was opposed and the permit was granted.
The following building permits were issued:
Mr. D. E. Allen - Kennel, Middle Road
W. E. Murray - Trailer replacement, 33 Central St.
T. Sweeney - porch addition, So. Blvd, 9E, Sect. J. P.I .
F. H. Ebinger - porch addition, 83 High Pd.
A. F. Cameron - dwelling, Lot 21, Sect. J. , P.T.
Loretta Ordway, 20 South St. , Dyfield, .was drawn for jury duty.
Dean Robertson was appointed a special police .officer for the
Ould Newbury Golf Club.
Mr. Elliot Dickie requested information concerning trailer sales
and signs on his property on High Rd. He was advised that there
were no restrictions on trailer sales except for the display of
. same. He was also advised that there were no sign restrictions
at a place of business.
The Kiwanis Club was granted permission for it ' s annual auction
` to be held on the upper green on pug. 13ih or Aug. 20L.
Mr. William McQuaid informed the board that the P.I. Taxpayers
Association would be interested in a beano license if and when
such a license becomes legal.
Mr. Smith of Norther Blvd. , P.I. , was granted permission to
remove sand from the side of his garage prpviding this removal
met with zate approval.
The following life guards were appointed:
Head guard - Edward Spinney
Others - John Patten
Thomas Collins
Jeff Regan
David Russell
The building code committee was named as follows :
R. Bashaw
D. Caldwell
L. Noel
W. Taylor, Jr.
R. Bgker
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. vbbb, Jr,
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 29,
June 14, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The payroll was approved in the amount of �45, 185.53•
The following building permits were issued:
Donald. Gladu - porch addition, 21 Riverview Drive
James C . Smith: - new home , 6 Bayview Lane
George Kiernian - barn addilkn, 9 Elm St.
Mrs. C. E. Daley - new home, corner No. ILvd. & 18t6t.
Irene Dodge - new home, Old Point Rd. Lot 23, Block-H
Fred .Zarella requested information pertaining to allowable -dir-
ectional signs for places of business.
Mr. Ivon'e of 32 Central St. , requested information pertaining to
increasing the size of a present garage.
The Byfield fire Dept. requested the use of the town park for a
carnival to be held on July 14, 15, 16. They also requested
permission to sell ballons on July 16t only. Both requests were
granted.
The board voted to install a bubbler drinking fountain near the
Byfield park - at a cost not to exceed $100.00.
It was voted to have the present honor roll removed from the
upper green since it is in such bad repair.
The board also voted to insure the police dept. and all town
officials against any legal action which might be taken against
them when performing town duties.
The following licenses were issued:
Frank Carasulo
Common 16-ctualer' s at "The Do-Nut Shop"
H. K. & Rose Davis
Common lictualer' s at Harvard Way, So. Blvd.
Anthony Agrillo
Common Victualer' s and Sunday Ice Cream, Parking Circle
So. Blvd.
F. Thurlow .frown
Antiques & Second Hand Articles & Gifts , Newman Rd & Hlgh Rd.
The board received and accepted the resignation of Edward Spinney
as head life guard and the board appointed two new guards.
The life guard force is as follows :
John Patten
Thomas Collins
Jeff Regan
Keith Walton
James Lally
The board met with the police chief and guards concerning rules,
regulations and guard activity for the summer.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. ebb, Jr.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING e71
June 28, 1966
The ..minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The following building permits were issued:
Peter Noyes stowage shed & work shop, 88 Green St.
John Wing- porch addition, 1 Maple Terrace
N. Ivone - garage addition, 32 Central St.
The. payroll was approved in the amount of $24,668.50.
The board voted to have Plum Island beach cleaned up by the highway
dept . at the start of the season.
It was also voted to have the lifeguard chairs repaired and painted
by the highway dept.
Mr. Waterman conferred with the board concerning the purchase of
two radios for the life guards and also the maintenance of their
present radios. He w_"s directed to make this purchase for the
town.
The police chief met with the board to discuss matters pertaining
to the Town junk by-law and also life guard matters.
The Colonial Retriever Field Trial Club, requested permission to
hold a field trial for retrievers on the Parker River National
Wildlife refuge on Friday, Sat. & Sun. , Sept. 30 - Oct. 1 & 2, 1966.
Permission was granted.
Respectfully submitted,
11. E. Webb, Jr.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING aJ
July 12, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The payroll was signed in the amount of � 18,039.91
Mr. Arnold Collis delivered the new police cruiser and it was
accepted .by the board.
Mayor Lawler met with the board to discuss matters pertaining to
Federal aid for a study of erosion at Plum Island. A joint letter
was sent to the Army Engineers requesting this aid.
The following building permits were issued:
Janet Rohr - Studio addition, 66 Central St.
Anna Mathews - room addition, 1 Main St.
The board voted to join the Public Health District' Service and a
questionnaire will be filled out for same.
Chief Platt met with the board to discuss police and life guard
matters. He was directed to hire a new life guard to replace one
who resigned.
Respectfully Submitted;
H. E. Webb, Jr.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 26, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The payroll was approved and signed in the amount of $p19,387.83.
The following building permits were issued:
C. H. Sneider - porch, 44 Or.chard' St.
G. S. Demeritt - metal mink shelter, 21 Coleman Rd.
P. J. Rock - porch addition, 47 Central St.
M. R. O 'Leary, Jr. - garage, Fordham Way.
Permission was granted to the HyWay Inn for Sunday dancing and
entertainment for the following dates :
7-31 8-27
-6 9-3
8-13 9-10
_ 8-20 9-17
R. Knight opposed on above vote.
Chief Platt conferred with the Sele6tmen ..on matters involving dog
nuisances , temporary camping trailers and tents located in town,
etc . He was directed to investigate theseconditions and report
back to the Selectman.
A request from the Division of Fish and Game for the purchase of
several parcels of land was tabbed for further study.
At a meeting held on August; 2nd, the selectmen issued the following
building permits :
Protection #2 - new fire house
Alan Adams - new house, 1 Rowley Rd.
Wilbur Rogers - horse shed, Bittersweet Lane
At this meeting the Selectmen also interviewed a candidate in-
terested in the position of Town Clerk to be appointed to fill an
unexpired term.
Respectfully Submitted,
11. E. Webb
. SELECTMEN 'S HEETING 37
August 9, 1966
The minutes of the previous meetingwere read and accepted.
. The following building permits were issued:
Fred Ilsley - additon, 246 High Road.
R. H. McColgan - garage, Lot 37, Block H. P.I .
George Atchue - addition, Lot 241, Block, E. P.I.
fir. R. S. Clark and Mr. Henry Rpife, appeared before the board to
indicate their desire to be appointed for the position of Town
Clerk. Both were interviewed in executive session.
Chief Platt requested a $5.00 per week raise for the life guards.
This request was granted.
Chief Platt also introduced Mr. Hal O 'Connor, the new director of
the Wildlife reservation at P. I. Mr. O 'Connor requested a direct-
ional sign to be placed at the intersection of Sunset Drive and
P. I. Blvd. This request was, granted.
Mr. Don Allen was granted 7 days, in which to remove his kennel and
dogs from the town.
The payroll was approved in the amount of 1�15,510.13.
The meeting was adjourned to the following night, Wednesday,
Aug. 10b at 6: 15 P.M. , at which time Mr. Ralph Lowell was ap-
pointed Town Clerk. Therecorded vote was - Selectman Knight and
Lowe for Mr. Lowell , Selectman Webb for Mr. Rolfe.
The Selectmen also met Tuesday, Aug. 16 for the purpose of signing
the necessary bonds for the hiring of $100,000 for town business.
Two bids were received, and the Merchants National Bank in
Newburyport was awarded the contract at 4 - interest. The other
bid was received from the New England Merchants Bank of Boston,
at 4.1/ interest.
The payroll of this date was approved in the amount of $1 ,360.41.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
August 23, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.
The following buildingpermits were issued:
Jospeh Houle - addition, Lot #13, Sect. 14 P.I.
Mr. Cecelski appeared before the board to discuss the following
matters :
(1) Street light shade on thelight at Elm & School a.
(2) Stbp sign at Coleman & School .
(3) Stop sign at Elm & School 3;.
(4) Directional sign to Georgetown.
He was informed that all of these matters were or will be taken
care of.
Two new telephone pole locations were voted - one on lordham Way
and one on Oldtown Way. One pole re-location was voted for a School
St. location.
The payroll was approved in the amount of $90,397.88.
Election poll workers were appointed - allprevious workers were
re-appointed and Mrs . Juliett Stott was added to the list.
The following transfers were made from the reserve fund:
Interest on loan $777.78
Newburyport Public Library $168-50
William R. Pearson was appointed as a special police officer for
private work only.
It was announced that a joint meeting was t.o b-- held on Aig. 30th
at 7 : 30 P.M. with the Newbury Welfare Board for the purpose of
appointing a new member to that board.
It was also announced that a Ch. 90 hearing will be held at the
Salem court house at 2:00 P.M. The list of Ch. 90 works for
the coming year will be as follows :
Elm St.
Main. St.
Rolfes Lane
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Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 41.:.
September 12, 1966
The minutes of . Sept. 12th were raad and accepted as were the minutes
of the special meeting held on A.ig. 3OL .
The payroll was approved in the amount of $5,969.55•
The following building permits were issued:
Kenneth Hettler house addition, 155 High Pd.
Arthur Page - turn addition, . 143 High Id.
Kenneth Lima - porch addition, 126 Orchard St.
Henry Ahl- studio addition, 61 Middle Rd.
Mr. Akers of the Community Action Committee of Cape Ann, Inc . met
with the board to discuss the proposed regional organization for
'this .project and also the benefits, Etc , of the organization.
The board voted to purchase two new radios for the life guards and
at the recommendation of Chief Platt, the board also voted to have
the torpedo bouys fiber-glass covered.
James Wile was unanamiously appointed as forester for the coming year.
Mr. DeBernardi, who is part owner of a cottage on Annapolis way, P.I . ,
complained about a water problem due to town installed drainsin that
area. He was informed that the town would have sand bulldozed in
such a manner as to help the situation.
Henry Cahoon inquired about having a novelty store and was informed
that under 4A2 of our zoning laws , lie was entitled 'to such an
enterprise.
The Newbury Club requested permission to have Sunday Oriental
dancing entertainment for the following dates :
9/18 10/16
9/25 10/23
10/2 10/30
10/9
This request was granted - Selectman Knight opposed.
It was voted to allow the boy scouts of Oldtown use of the cellar
at Town Hall - also the boy scouts of Byfield, use of the Town
Hall in Byfield.
The board agreed to have heating system specs. for the Byfield Town
Hall, drawn up as soon as possible.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING 43
September 27, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The following building permits were issued:
Walton dos. - new house , 17 Bittersweet Lane
LeRoy Smith - porch addition, Smith St. , P.I .
-Thomas Pederson - garage addition, 165 High 1..
James Patten - stowage shed, 250 High Rd.
Paul Crombie - garage removal, Pine Is . Rd.
The following telephone pole locations were approved:
A new pole on Pine Island Rd.
Anew pole on Gotland Rd.
Mayor Lawler met with the board to discuss property taking at P.I .
as it pertains to the erosion problem and Federal financial
assistance for same.
James Wile and Verne Noyes.; representating the Board of Fire Engineers,
. of Protection 112, met with the board and requested an appropriation
for a new radio , a new radio tower and money to re-locate relays,
etc . in the new fire station. The selectmen agreed to approve a
sum of money not to exceed $1,000 00
The payroll was approved in the amount of �171980.26.
The following; transfers were approved:
Treasurer' s expense 1�100.00
Insurance 65.44
. . Board of Health 1 ,000.00
Totaling $1,165.44
At a meeting held on Oct.. 4th, the following minutes were recorded:
A public hearing held for Mrs. Judith Condon pertaining to the
illegal sale of alcoholic beverage at G_ uilford' s package store at
F.I. , resulted in a two-day suspension of license for Oct. 20 & 21.
The specs for the Byfield Town Hall heating system were approved
and it was voted to advertise for bids for the purchase and install-
ation of the heating plant.
Howard Holmes was appointed a Special Police Officer for private
work only.
It was voted to spend $100.00 for experimental" work for the re-
taining of the banks of the Green Pond. Permission was given the
Gas. Co. to run service into the new building of Protection #2
Fire Co.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
'SELECTMEN'S 1 EET ING 45.
October 11, 1966
The minutes of the previous. meeting were read and accepted.
The Selectmen granted. a permit for the re-location of a pole on
Morgan Ave.
A permit was granted for a gas main extension to cross Green St.
and go to Bittersweet Lane.
Bids for the installation of the new heating system for the By-
field Town Hall were opened. The contract was awarded ,to Richard
Baker, of loth St. , P.I . , at a cost of $1,960.00. One o-ther bidder,
R. H. Jackson Co, 17 Merrill St. , Anesbury, submitted a bid of
42,675.00.
At .8.:00 P.M. a public hearing was held for Flax Hurni for the pur-
pose of conducting a dry goods wholesale business at Little Old
Town Hill., Mr. Hurni showed plans of the proposed dwelling, etc.
and explained and answered several questions relating to the
proposed business. The following persons were recorded in favor
of the variance:
Mr. Shepard, Mr. Murdy, Mr. Marsh, Hr— Harlow, Mr. Ryan,
Mr. Taylor, Mr. Storey, Mr. McManus. and the Mrs. Gibbs,
Dickey, Livermore.
Those opposed were glary Barton and I'red Failey. The permit was
unanimously granted by the Selectmen:
Mr. Villiam F. Leary, III was drawn for jury duty.
Mrs. Dorothy Ham asked the board about procedures, etc . , ' concerning
the town' s acceptance of streets in Acadamy Park, Byfield. After
1 lengthy discussion, it was suggested that Mrs. Ham forward a
letter to the Selectmen requesting information regarding this matter
and in turn. the Selectmen would discuss procedures, etc , with
the Town Counsel and advise Mrs:. Ham of same.
Mr. Richard Cronin of the State Fish & Came Dept, asked the board
questions about the State procuring more land at the Western
Division Reserve. He was advised that . the board would present this
request to the towns people at the next town meeting.
The payroll was approved in the amount of $27,670.01.
The following transfers were made :
Truck Maintenance $500:00
Parks 200.00
Total U700.00
A letter was received inviting the Selectmen to attend the
dedication of the New England Military School to . be held Oct. 23
at 3:00 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
1-1. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 4
October 25, 1966
Minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Keith Walton displayed a sketch of ,the proposed war memorial
plaque and the Selectmen gave him the go-ahead to have it cast in
bronze.
Mr. Smith, of 21 Pine Island Road, talked with the Selectmen con-
cerning a viscious dog owned by Theresa A. Bowlen. A public
hearing was scheduled for 8:00 P.M. , Nov. ']th for this matter.
Dog was destroyed Oct. 31.
- The payroll was approved in the amount of �12,913.48.
Chief Platt informed the board that complaints had been reeeived
concerning hunters in the State game reservearea.' The Selectmen
will 'send a letter to the proper persons regarding this matter.
A new Electric pole location was approved for School St.
It, was voted to have the polls opened Tuesday from 12:00 to
8:00 P.M. Also poll workers were announced.
Clifford Stedman, 71 cottage Rd. , . was granted a building removal
permit. Lenway, Realty Trust was granted a building permit for
a new house at 8 Lenway Rd.
The Republican Town Committee, was granted use of the Oldtown
Town Hall for Oct. 31, 1966 'at 8:00 P.H.
Permission was granted the Methodist Youth Fellowship, to hold
a dance in Faith Hall on Oct. 29tn.
Respectfully ;�4bmitted,.
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 49
lbvember 7, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
The following building permits were issued:
Ould Towne Builders Inc . - new home , 196 High Rd.
Ould Towne Builders Inc . - new home, 194-A High Rd.
George Random - new home , Newbury Neck Rd.
Stephen Billy - barn addition, 14 Hanover St.
Grace Colson - garage, 117 Main St.
The -payroll was approved and signed in the amount of 07,337.17.
The following transfers were made :
Treasurer' s expense $100.00
Collector' s expense 100.00
Total U200.00
Several new poll workers were announced.
Permission was granted for the relocation of 9 poles on Plum. Is.
Turnpike and the installation of one new pole.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
November 22, 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Fire Chief Pearson requested approximately 1�140.00 for the purchase
and installation of ' two dual radio, crystals so that the town can
be tied in by radio for the mutual fire aid program. This request—
was granted.
The board voted to increase alcoholic license fees. as follows:
Club— Malt only - was $100.00 now $175.00
All alcoholic package - was 1400.00 - now 1710.00
Malt & Wine package- - was $200.00 - now $400.00
All alcoholic rest. or clubs - was t400.00 - now 750.00
A Sunday' Ice Cream license was granted Ernest M. Thayer - Country
Store, Graham Ave.
The following joint pole locations were approved:
1: At the Burns property, Newburyport Turnpike
2. At the Stott property, Plum Is . Blvd.'
The following building permits were issued:
Walton Bros. - new house , 16 Bittersweet Lane.
..Old Town Country Club - swimming pool, Parker River
T. Norman - porch enclosure, Block D. 41st St. , P. I.
The payroll was approved in the amount of
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MLETING
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December 13,. 1966
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Mrs . Moulton of the Public Health center of Newburyport, met with
the board and explained the proposed charges and proposed contract
for the Town of Newbury, , The Selectmen tookono action, pending
further discussion of this matter.
The following liquor licenses were granted:
Wine & Halt Sales :
Fred' s package store
Art ' s package store
Haydn Collins store
Town & Country store
.All .kinds of alcoholic beverage sales :
Guilford' s package store
Corner Cupboard, Inc .
All kinds of alcoholic - Club :
Newbury Club, Inc .
All kinds of alcoholic - Restaurant :
Wayside Motel
Beachcomber Restaurant,. Inc .
The following transfers were made from reserve:
Treasurer' s expense v150.00
Col-lector' s expense 150.00
Town Clerk' s expense 25.00
Police 171.39
Board of Health 59.84
Truck maintenance 500.00
Town Library 100.00
Total 51 ,156.23
The payroll wasapproved in the amount of $6331704.57.0
A building permit for a new home at Boston Street was issued to
Anna M. Hopkins.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
December 27, .1966,
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Liquor license renewals were received from the A.B.C . and were
signed.
The following transfers from the reserve appropriation were
approved:
Legal services $350.00
Police 366.70
Board of Health 84.67
Town garage maintenance 85.00
Street lights 120.49
Total 5898.86
The payroll was approved in the amount of $10,210.03
Veteran' s agent, Giles, met with the board to discuss several
cases whichthe Town of Newbury is involved with.. Mr. Giles was
instructed as to , how to handle these cases.
The board voted to purchase materials for the construction of
new life guard platforms.
Respectfully Submitted;
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
January 10, 1967
The minutes of the previous Selectmen' s meeting were read and
accepted.
The following licenses were granted:
Elsie Thurlow
Common Victualers
Buy & sell gifts , antiques and second -hand 'articles.
Melvin Drew
Juke box'
Common Victualers
Prescott & Margaret Spaulding
Buy & sell gifts, antiques and second-hand articles
Wayside Motel
Dancing
Arthur & Marcella Young
Common Victualers
Mary A. Webber
Buy & sell antiques, gifts & second-hand articles
Keith & Marguerite A. Walton
Buy & sell yarn, gifts, antiques and second-hand articles
Al . Goldberg
Class III motor vehicle junk license
One building permit was- issued to David Kelly for a mobile trailer,
Old Rowley Road.
Roderick C. Shea discussed with the Selectmen, the possibility of
restricting automobile parking on both sides of Northern Blvd. , P.I .
The board suggested that at some future date , they examine the area
in question with Chief Platt and Mr. Shea.
The final 1966 payroll was approved in the amount of i�13,636.77.
The first 1967 payroll was approved in the amount of $13,843.67.
The following transfers from the reserve fund were made in order
to finish the year' s business :
Assessor' s expense 119.15
Town Clerk' s expense 1.55
Town Hall maintenance 92.34
Police 417.30
Fire protection 90.42
Board of Health 300.00
Truck maintenance 283.93
Snow removal 1 ,515.94
Vocational 1,895.92
Total �4,716.55
Respec fully Submitted,
H. E. Webb
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SELECTMEN 'S MEETING 5
January 24, 1967
The minutes of .the previous meeting we m read and accepted.
William McQuaid of the. P. I . Taxpayer' s association requested that
the age restriction of last year' s dancing license be lifted and
his request was granted subject to State rules & regulations.
The payroll was approved in the amount of $38,079.46.
The following building permits were issued:
Georgetown Gbnstruction Co , Inc. , Traffic Circle
Cement dispensing bin
Ronald Rogers - kitchen addition
Mr.. Pierce, a teacher at the elementary school, discussed with
the Selectmen a proposed blue cross and blue shield (or an equiva-
lent) plan for persons employed by the town. He was advised that
such a proposal should be presented to the town. in ,proper legal
form for consideration.
Mr. Dean Stochi requested information concerning the junk by-law
and he also complained about a violation of this law. The police
chief was so notified and will 'investigate further in this matter.
'The board voted to restrict parking on Morgan Ave. in the vicinity
of the new fire house.
The following licenses were granted:
P.I. - Taxpayer' s Assoc .
Common '�ictualer ' s and Dancing
Country Store
Common Victualer' s
Nicholas Arakelian
Buy & sell gifts , antiques and second-hand articles
Mr. Worthen Taylor, Jr. presented the board with proposed building
code by-laws.
It was voted to approve a Newbury Fire Station sign to be located
along High Road, providing it met with State approval.
At a meeting held on Jan. 31 , 1967, the payroll was approved in
the amount of $1,440.39. Also , Mr. Leonard W.� Knight, was
drawn for jury duty at Salem.
Respectfully Submitted,
H. E. Gbbb
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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February 14, 1967
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
Mr. Irving C . Little , Withi.ngton St.. , was drawn for jury duty.
Mr. Smith of 1 Newman Road, was also drawn for jury duty.
The Board of Selectmen- approved locations for 4 telephone poles
to be located on 'Tory Lane.
Samuel and Eva Behenell were issued .a building permit for a new
home, Lot 214, Block E, P.I .
The payroll was approved in the amount of $14,094.18.
The board spent the remainder of the meeting drawing up the
1%7 budget.
Respectfully Submitted, .
H. E. ebb
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING �
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:February 28, 1967
The minutes of the previous meeting, were read and accepted.
The payroll was approved in the amount of $6,331.65.
A Sunday Ice Cream & Common Victualer' s license was granted to
the Skyflyer' s Snack Bar at Plum Is., Blvd.
The Mass. State Dept. of Public works informed the Selectmen
that there are 45 miles of Ch., 81 roads in the town. The board
concurred.
The following building permits were issued:
Donald Barlow '= new home, Lot #187, 52nd St. , P. I.
Leslie Rogers - garage and stowage building, 1(� Forest St. , Byf.
Frank Robinson - a barn, 13 Rolfes Lane
The Selectmen accepted with regrets the resignation of Mary
Thibodeau as poll warden at precinct #1.
A request by the Automobile License Plate Collectors Assoc . , Inc.
for the use of Byfield Town Hall for April 2nd, was granted.
The board concluded the meeting with a lengthy discussion with
the finance committee concerning budget items and articles for
the warrant.
Respectfully Submitted,
If. E. Webb .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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March . 14, 1967
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.
A building permit for. Walter Rogers for an addition at 131 Main St.
was granted.
The payroll was approved in the amount of ' 13,624.68
A public hearing was held for town acceptance of Hanover Drive.-
After some discussion, a vote was taken with 26 voting for ac-
ceptance' an.d no one against.
A second public hearing was' held for town acceptance of Greentree
Lane and Longbrook Road. A lengthy. discussion took place and
the recorded vote ,was 33 for acceptance and no one against.
The poll' workers for the annual town election were announced
for precinct #1 & #2.
A request"by the Legion for a poppy sie on March 25n was granted.
The firemen requested use of the upper green for their annual
carnival on June 17, 16, and lei. Request was granted.
The Oldtown Church requested the upper green .for a church auction
on May 30b. i1equest was granted.
The board met with Veteran' s Administrator, Mr. Giles , for a
discussion concerning veteran's payments by the town.
{espectfully Sibmitted,
H. E. Webb
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING 6 7
March 28, 1967
A meeting of the. Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn Hall, March
281 1967 at 7: 30 P.M. It being the first meeting since election,
the board organized as follows :
A motion was made by James A. Lowe to organize the board the
same as last year which was not seconded, a motion was then made
by Lowe to nominate Richard H. Knight as chairman which was
seconded by Knight, it was so voted - Webb abstaining.
A motion was then made by Lowe to nominate Webb as secretary
which Webb declined, Lowe then reluctantly accepted the nomination.
It was so voted - Webb not present.
The organization is :
Chairman Richard H. Knight
Secretary James A. Lowe
Member Henry E. Webb, Jr.
The .weekly warrant to the amount of $11 ,415.72 was approved.
.A building permit and sewage disposal permit was granted to
Demetrios Anastasopoulo-s on Lot #26, . Fordham Way, P.I.
The following appointments were made:
Supt. of Moth Work - Cedric K. Little
Dog Officer - Henry M. . ,port
Inspector of Milk - Henry M. Short
Cattle Inspector & Inspector of Beef Provisions & Slaughtering -
Henry M. aiort
Janitor Town Hall Oldtown - Willard L. Roaf
Janitor Town Hall Byfield - Robert H. Field
finance ,Committee , Three years - W. Malcolm Lunt & Ralph. A. Webb
Supt. of Burial. Grounds - Hallet W. Noyes
Agent of Workingmens Comp. - Richard H. Knight
Agent of Veteran' s Services. .—Harris C.. Gibes
Fence Viewers - Robert J.- Colby, Nicholas Bulgaris, Leonard
Ilsley, Malcolm C. Wood, Samuel Traister, & Joseph Storey.
Surveyors of Lumber & measures of Wood & Bark - Harold E.
Pingree., Cedric K. Little , Arthur S. Page , Jr. , C. Edward
Whitley & Evans Hawes.
Weighers of Hay & other commodities - Albert J. Goldberg,
'Cedric K. Little, Newell Adams & Laurence C. mown.
Agent of Board of Health - James E. Platt
Chief of Police - James E. P+att
Depute Chief of Police - Charles W. Woods
Police. Officers - George E. Emerson, David P. Stickney, William
F. Vieweg, Michael A. Bulgaris
Special Police for special duty - Leroy Smith, William R.
Pearson, Harold S. Holmes
Benjamin Pearson - Byfield Snuff Co . & adjacent property
Arthur Eaton - Byfidd School and adjacent highway
Edward Carpenter and Frederick Maguire - Newbury Elem. School
and adjacent highway
Leo Bergeron - Plum Island bridge and approaches.
Henry M. 'hort - Property of Byfield Snuff Co. , and adjacent
highway
Robert Bashaw and Dean Ebbertson - Ould Newbury Golf Club and
adjacent highway
Malcolm R. Andrews - Governor Dummer Academy
Robert Ii. Field Sr. - Byfield Town Hall andGrounds'.
Willard L.. Roaf - OldtoWn. Town Hall and grounds.
Inspector of gas pipinm and appliances - Geo. E. Emerson
Town Counsel - Bernard J. Lojko
Inspector of Wires - Donald G. Mutch
Chief Clam Constable - James E. Platt
Deputy Clam Constables* John K. 'histlewood Sr. , and Alan Adams
Zoning Board of Appeals - Henry J.. Becker, Jr.
Planning Board of Appeals - Charles C. Savage
Director of Civilian Defense- Bertram E. Savage, Jr.
Conservation Commission - Norman E. Wells
Adoption of certain types of clam permits for issuance by the
Town Clerk was discussed and will be announced at a later date.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
March ;28, 1967 (cont. )
A communication from Mrs. Arlene Pitts and Mrs. Jean Gustayson
was received requesting; permission for the Girl Scouts to plant
a shrub or bulbs near the Town Hall in observance of Girl Scout
Week, the theme of which is "Be hind to your Meeting 1lace. "
Permission was granted.
Selectman Gbbb requested that a meeting be held on Tuesday,
April 4tn to complete the appointments not made at this meeting, as
he would not be present at the next regular meeting. It was so
voted.
Res ctfully `'ub tted,
�J es A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 71
April 4, 1967
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
April 40, 1967 at 7:30 P.M.
The weekly warrant of $14,293.86 was approved.
Charles Turman of Newburyport, whose home had been damaged by
fire appeamd' before the board seeking a temporary permit to locate
a mobile home on land owned by Mustapha Trod on March Avenue. It -
was the unanimous decision of the board to grant such a permit with
definite time limits and assurance of .a suitable waste system.
Mrs.. Lewis of Rowley was present to discuss a new flag for Town
Hall. A 4x6 Flag with holder was ordered.
Building permits were granted to Frank Scourtas to build a horse
barn at 2 Maple Terr. , estimate cost $200.00 and Gilbert Williams
for the addition of a porchat 3 Cottage Rd. estimate cost 340.00.
Licenses -were granted to Bob 's Barber Shop, Thunderhead Restaurant,
a club license to 0uld Newbury Gold .-Club, and a license to buy
and sell second-hand goods , and antiques to Henry Csahoon, 9
Morgan Ave.
Highway Surveyor, Cedric K. Little, appeared before the board to
discuss the purchase of the new truck voted at Town Meeting.
It was voted to purchase a used body- at cost of $500.00 to be
installed on a new chassis when purchased.
Work on improvements to rear of Town Hall, blocking up entrance,
paving around outside foundation, - skimming cellar and grading,
was discussed.
A communication was received from Gordon Pierce, thanking the
Selectmen for assistance in preparing article for Insurance Plan
and requesting membership on 5 Man Committee to select plan. The
committee selected:
W. Malcolm Lunt - Finance Committee
Gordon Pierce - Schools
Cedric K. Little - Highway Dept.
Ralph P. Lowell - Town Clerk
Richard H. Knight - Selectman
It was announced by Chairman Knight -that a represeritative of the
Insurance Company would be at Town Mall on Thursday, April 6, to
discuss reimbursements of Workmans Compensation.
The proposed bridge construction was discussed and more facts are
to be assembled before action is taken.
Tax title properties. were discussed and a list is to be obtained
from the Treasurer, collector and Assessors for disposition by
Board of Selectmen.
Permission was granted Eleanor Rogers for use of Town Hall , Byfield
for a shower on April 19tn, 1967.
The following were appointed to the Board of Fire Engineers :
Wallace Pearson, John Rock, Fussell L. Colby, Leon E. Senior.-
H. Verne Noyes , Henry J. Becker, James Wile and Charles Plummer.
'Respectfully Submitted
Jame A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'`S MEETING
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April 11 , 1967
A reZular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on hiesday, April 11 , 1967 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant of $9,205.59 was approved and it was called to
the. Selectmens ' attention by the Town Auditor, W. Ashton, Knight,
that due to an error in one of the departments , the Town had been
overcharged about $4,000.00 on the. Essex County Mosquito Control
- contribution and Chairman Knight will take the matter up with
Mr. Spencer who is in charge of the project.
Building and waste disposal permits were granted to Edna M. Parri
to locate a mobile home on Lot 43, Block E. P.I.
A letter was received from (.arles Furman stating his intentions
in regard to waste disposal at Marsh Ave. ; it was filed.
A request for incorporation was received through the office of the
Secretary of State from Norma D. Beach and others under the name
of "The New Essex Players" , the location to be in Georgetown.
It was signed and returned.
Chairman Knight reported that he had been informed that the
engineer will require at least two months to prepare modified
plans for - the Central Street bridge.
.Specifications were discussed for the advertising for bids on
new truck chassis as well as bids for the supplying of Bitmuinous
concrete for. Chapter 90 Construction.
A letter was received from a Mr.. Wyman of Georgetown, representing
a Round Dance group, requesting information as to the feasibility
and cost of renting Zwn Hall in Bffield two Mondays a month for
instruction in Round Dancing. It was taken under advisement.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at
9: 15 P.M.
Re ctfully pub �tted,
Ja s A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 7- .
April 25, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn Hall
April 25, 1967 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant of $6617.35 was approved.
Building permits were issued to Edward Plummer;, 87 High Rd. for
• a porch. Chester Malick at Lot 6, Block 10, lordham Way, building
permit, and also a disposal permit same address. Daniel P. Bradley
Exeter Way, P.I . , Block 9, Section J, a disposal permit at same
location.
GeorgeK, Perkins was drawn for jury duty at Salem, Mass .
The following licenses were issued:
Beachcomber Restaurant, Juke Box, Dancing - week days , Common
Victualer, and Sunday Ice Cream. ,
Jurgel & Brown - Sunday Ice Cream and Common Victuler
Alex Burns , Sunday Ice Cream & Common Victualer
The following bids were received for supplying a truck chassis to
to.-the Town:
. Collis .Chevrolet $4,249. 50 net
Robert B. Fraser Co. 54,830.00 net
Georgetown Motor Truck Co. 44,.760.00 '
It... was unanimously voted to award the contract to Collis Chevrolet.
Bids were then opened to supply the town with 1000 tons more or
less of Bituminous Concrete. They were as follows:
Essex Bituminous Concrete Corp. $$7.78 per ton
Merrimack Paving Corp. $7.65 per ton
Trimount Bituminous Products $b8.05 per ton
Merrimack Paving Corp. was awarded the contract to supply 1000
tons in place and rolled on highways at � 7.65 per ton.
Henry F. Po lfe, Chairman and David Stickney of the Conservation
Committee consulted with the board on the Meetinghouse Pond
project in regard to employing an engineer to survey the area.
William Burns appeared before the board in regard to rubbish
collection of Plum Island and to ask for an increase to bring the
pay up to $80.00 per day or $54.160.00 total for season which was
approved by the board. He will also supply two(2) - two(2) yard
containers at parking lot at $$1.50 per week each.
A gas inspection blank was submitted by George Emerson, Gas
Inspector for approval. It was approved.
Chief James E. Platt was appointed Harbormaster with 11chard L.
Newt(n assistant Harbormaster for Parker River and adjacent water-
ways, and (Linton H. Elliott assistant Harbormaster for Plum Is.
River and Basin, also special police office in their areas.
Donald Gravelle of Newburyport was present to request a permit
to erect a sign advertising his real estate business , sign
to be located on land owned b-r Jacob Checkoway on Rt. 1 near
overpass. It was unanimou-.y derred.
Permission was granted Mrs . Thomas M. Joyce to beautify the small
plot at the junction of Central and Elm 3treets.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
10:00 P.M.
IYes ectfu11 S witted,
J mes A.. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
'lay 3, 1967 77
A special meeting; of the Board of a�lectmen was held . on Wed.
May, 1967 at the request of Alexander Clark, who presented each
member with a copy of a permit issued by the State Dept. of Nat.-
ural Resources to Parker liver I`larine Inc . , Richard Z. Newton,
V.P. signed by Albert Zabriskie , Director of Conservation Ser-
vices. and Frederick C. Wilbur, Jr. , Ilrector of Marine Fisheries
and dated April 19, 1967, and stating that permit was not valid
unless filed with Selectmen and Mass . Dept. of Public Works .
Mr. Clark stated that prior to March 19tn, that as a result of a
conversation with a member of the Board that they were led to
believe that a hearing with the Board of Selectmen was not
required.
Mr_ Clark gave a resume of events whichincluded two complaints
to the Dept. of Marine Fisheries and one complaint to the Corps.
of Army 1�ngineer.s, stating that land owned by other interests
was being disturbed. After dredging for several days, he was
asked to suspend operations by law enforcement officers from
the Dept. of Natural Resources until things were cleared in the
Departments.
He informed the Foard that feeling that he had the necessary
authority, he intended to finish the job. When informed by the
board that according to law, he first should have requested a
hearing by the Board of Selectmen, he asked if the Board wished
to hold one and was informed thatit was now too late as things
had progressed way beyond that point.
Mr. Clark admitted that he had been under the impression that
the Corps of Army Engineebs had no authority over his proposed
operation but had found out after' starting operations , that they
were in full control of all rivers to their source.
Chairman Knight stated that he felt fully justified in any steps
taken by him in the interest of the Town a's the ]bard of Selectmen
had never been formally notified of the intent of Parker River
Marine to dredge the river, however, in light of the fact that a
permit had been granted by one of the Conservation Departments,
he would no longer oppose. the operation, but because of past
events , hecould not give the project his approval.
Selectmen Lowe stated -that he was of the opinion that the dredging
would be most beneficial to Parker River Marine and also to the
boating public , and that he had no reason to oppose the act,
however, he was of the opinion that if the statutory steps had
been taken in obtaining the necessary permits , that it would
have prevented any misunderstanding with the Board or with the
public .
It was observed that the procedure in requesting permits for such
operations applied to all citizens of the town with no exception.
Respe tfully ub ' tted,
Jam?'4ar. Lowe
Sect 'y
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ORDER OF CONDITIONS
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TO: parker :River Iy:arine, Inca BY: Richard L. Newton
Route 1-A at Parker River Vice-Prasident
Newbury, Massachusetts ' Route 1-A
Newbury, Massachusetts
CERT. MAIL NO.
YOUR NOTICE DATED April 18, 1967
Under the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 130, Section 27A, the
Director of Marine Fisheries in the Department of Natural Resources issues
the following order based upon your application (Form No. 27A-2) and plans
submitted therewith subject to the. following conditions:
(a) All work, in addition to conditions herein established, shall be
subject also to all other related provisions of law, by-laws,
ordinaces and regulations and your particular attention is invited
to G.L. Chapters 91 and 111 and G.L. , .Chapter 131, Sec. 117C.
(b) The land area described in your application is determined to be
necessary to protect such . shellfish or marine fisheries., and work
shall be done subject thereto.
(c) . Failure to comply with the conditions stated herein or with related
law or other regulatory measures shall be deemed cause to revoke or .
modify this order. -
(d) This order not valid unless notice and plans have been filed with the
Selectmen or Licensing Authority and Massachusetts Department of .
Public Works in accordance with the applicable laws..
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(e) That this order of conditions 'is subject also to all riehts,` deeds,
easements, and other encu,:brances to the title of land submitted in
the plans and specifications.
(f) Other: Work may prog_;ress in accordance with the plans and specifications
as filed (or amended) subject to the folloi-jing conditions:
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Division of Marine Fisheries, D.N.R.
Division of Law Fnforcement, D.N.R. (2 copies)
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 9
May 9, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board .of Selectmen was held on Tuesday
May 9, 1967 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant to the amount of $10,271.86 was approved.
Jorors were drawn for %perior Court duty at Salem, Mass. , July
10. The names of M. Claire Westhaver and Phillip Knapp were
drawn by Selectmen Webb and Knight.
Fred Zarella' appeared before the board to protest the ruling of a
limit of three containers of rubbish per each collection at
Plum Island at the expense of the 8>ard of Health. After discussing
the matter with each member of the board, he was convinced tht
the ruling was firm.
Bullding permits were issued to Ehtel S. Wormwood, 8 Riverview Dr.
for . the addition of a porch estimate cost , $25.00.00, and to
Dane C. Westcott for the addition ct a house on Lots 4 & 55
Pine Island Rd. , est. ' cost 1611,000.00
An. agreement was signed by- the Board for the Chapter 81 contract
of 18,,000.00.
The following licenses were issued:
Common VVictualer' s and Frozen Desserts - Constant Christuk,
Sunset Dr. , P.I .
Joseph Faro - Palumbo Parking Lot
Fred Zarella DBA - Fred' s Snack Bar, Northern Ilvd. and Kay
Moulton, P. I . Blvd.
Henry Derocki, 171 High Rd. , alicense to buy and sell antiques.
As low bidder, Boston Mutual was awarded the contract for Life
Insurance to certain qualifying Town Employees at !6.40 per
$1 ,000.00 per month.. Maximum insurance to be written by Town is
$1 ,000.00 total , estimated cost to Town $18.00 per month.
Insurance is to be handled by Johnson Page Co. , local agent ,
George Duffy.
A complaint was received from the Pine Island Road area, pro-
testing the collection of junk automobiles and requesting
their removal. Chief Platt was ordered to give the offenders
a warning; before legal action was taken.
Blue Cross Plans was discussed and it was voted to meet on
Tuesday, May 16n, to decide on plan to be purchased.
Permission was granted to the Fire Ladies for use of the Green
for a rummage sale on May 27th.
Eliffnatibn of an unsightly pole on the Green was discussed and
it was agreed that Chairman Knight would see what could be done
to remove it.
Application for appointmentas Life Guards at Plum Island, were
received from Larry Russell , James Lally, Jack Wysong, Thomas
Collins , George Gagalis , Jeff Bolger, Paul Trainor and Keith Walton.
The mmeting was adjourned at 10: 35 P.M.
Re spec fully ``" bm' ed,
Jame A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING S
May 16, 1967
A special meeting of the R)ard of Selectmen was held in Zwn Hall
on Zesday, May 16, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M. Also present were the
committee appointee to investigate and recommend the coverage best
suited to town employees for Hospital Insurance voted by the. town
at the last annual meeting - Ralph P. Lowell , W. Malcolm Lunt,
Gordon C. Pierce and Cedric K. Little.
Mr. Petrie of Blue Cross - Blue Shield was pr_ esent. to explain
several plans which conformed to (apter 32B of the General Laws.
It was brought to the Boards attention during the discussion, that
an injury sustaihed •by a town employee covered by Workingmens
Compensation Insurance , would not be paid for by Blue Cros.s -
Blue Shield even if the employee was - covered by both Insurance
policies. The committee retired to an adjacent room to decide
which plan to recomme-d.
Bruce Hiller of the Hiller Realty Trust , was present to request
a renewal of a permit to operate a gravel pit on Parker St. -
prevous permit was for three years and is exp
.P iring this . month.
ermit was granted under the same provisions as the former one.
A building permit was issued to Ludwig E. Weckbacker to build
a cement block garage on Lot 21, Block 7, Dartmouth Way, P.I.
est. cost w250.00.
A request for appointment as Life Gurad at Plum Island was
received from Cary Lyons.
The weekly warrant to the amount of $22,526.44 was approved.
A letter was received from Buttrick & Smith of toward Engineering
for approval of the sum of ib1000.00 for new bridge plans for
Central St. '
The New Hampshire group of Girl Scouts sent pictures and a letter
describing their clean-up party at Plum Island, permission for
which had been granted a at pretabus meeting.
The local Girl Scouts , under the direction of Mrs-. Platt, were
given permission to decorate around the flag pole on the Green,
flowers are to be paid for by Town.
Chairman 'Knight reported the planting of 25 Scotch Pine trees on
Pine Island Rd. , near location of old dump. The trees were
donated by Governor Dummer Academy and planting was done by the
. highway Dept. , under the direction of Supt. Little.
The Insurance Committee then returned and announced that they
wished to recommend the plan whichcarr.ied a monthly premium of
�$2c .70 per month for each insured, at an annual cost of $6,812.00
based on all the eligible takers. Selectmen Webb contended
that according to spocifications as advertised, that bids were
restricted to one company only and moved that bids be re-submitted
to allow more" competition in bidding. Chairman Knight announced
that he was ready to vote on the matter, and asked the board if
they were ready to be polled. Decision to take the matter under
advisement for one week was made on the motion of Selectmen Lowe.
The mmeting was adjourned at 10:40 P.M.
Resp fully bm' ted,
Jam s A. Lowe
Sect °y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING QQ`
May 28, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
May 23, 1967, at 7: 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant to the amount of $6,576.88 was approved.
A building permit was issued to Doris E. Hoy, Orchard a;. , for a
7 room house, estimate cost $20,000.00. A disposal permit was
also issued for this location subject to the construction of a
more elaborate leaching field than usual , due to the -fact that a
percolation tese was unsuccessful.
Discussion was opened on the subject of Health Insurance and
Chairman Knight stated that he had contacted the office of the
Commissioner of Insurance of the Commonwealth in regard to the
legality of specifications:for.:bids, as advertised by the Select-
.men for Health Insurance.
He was advised by Mr. McDonald the expert on Health Insurance , in
that office , that the specifications were legal and did not pro-
hibit any insurance company from bidding if they so desired, and
also stated that the Commonwealth had a contract with our low
bidder on 43,.000 employees.
David C . Newhall of John C. Page Co. of Boston, was present to
present the facts of Health Insurance as covered by Company' s
-other than glue Cross - Blue Shidd, andstated that the only city or
town in the Commonwealth that is enrolled in a company other than
Blue Cross, is North Adams , and that was contracted in 1956 prior
to a revision of. the existing law.
Town Clerk Lowell , presented the facts on. coverage now held by
teachers in the .schools, and the proposed plan and estimated the
difference in cost. Chairman Knight said that he felt the proposed
plan would be inducement to attract teachers and other' personnel
to seek employrsent with the town. The motion to accept the plan
as recommended by the committee was made by Selectman Lowe,
seconded .by Chairman Knight and was so voted. Selectman Webb
voted against acceptance of the plan.
An obsolete adding machine was sold to -Hrnry F. Rolfe for the
sum of 4P25.00 onthe recommendation of Town Clerk Lowell, so
voted unanimously by the $bard.
The following licenses were issued:
.Frozen Desserts & Common `victualer to Fernalds Clam' Stand,
High Rd.
Buy and Sell Antiques - F. l4hurlow Brown, Cbrner of High Id.
and Newman Rd.
Bait, fishing tackle, sporting goods and related articles to
Richard Capalupo , P. I. Blvd.
Three pale locations were granted to the Puss . Electric Co. on P.I.
Henry Becker, Charles Plummer, H. Verne Noyes and Fire Chief
Pearson of the Board of Fire Engineers were present to recommend
that a no parking rule be adopted for the western side of Northern.
Blvd., P.I . Chairman Knight stated that he was opposed to such
action on the grounds that it imposes a hardship on residents of
the area in accommodating visitors. Selectman Webb suggested a
trial o the .measure on Sunday only, for a few weeks to find out if
it 'was w f orkable . It was so voted unanimously.
Permission was granted the Cbmmunit y Methodist Sunday School use
of the Martha Pearson Playground for a picnic on Sunday June lltn.
Filling and grading of the cellar hole at rear of Town Hall was
discussed and work to be done was approved by the R)ard.
Repair of River Street Bridge was also discussed and Chairman Knight
was to discuss the matter with Highway Surveyor .Cedric K. Little.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 P.M.
Respectjully�S witted,
Jamey A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING �..
Play. 31., 1967
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on Wednesday, May 31, 1967 at ') :45 P.M.
The weekly warrant of. 45�12,.338.10 was approved.
A building permit for a five(5) room house on. Larkin Rd. was .
issued to Allen P. Rogers , Sr. , estimated cost $8500.00, also a
disposal permit for the same location.
A letter thanking the Selectmen for their co-operation -in al-
lowing him,.- 'to locate a trailer on land owned by Mustapha Trod on
Marsh Ave. , was received from Charles J. Furman, who also re-
quested an extension of the permit for another four weeks at
which time his house would be ready for occupancy. Extension
was granted.
Attention was called to Chapter 390, Section 28 of 148, dealing
with junk cars.
Permission -to repair a bulkhead on land owned by the town,_
located on the Basin at Plum Island which was damaged by the
recent storm, was granted to Raymond Hemingway, who will raise
_.the level of and install steps to allow people to pass over it.
._Purchase of material was approved for installation of new benches at
the Martha Pearson Playground at request of Robert Nicol.
Re-imbursement of expenses to the extent of U200.00 was approved
for Chief James E. Platt to settle a claim of McDonald versus
: Platt, under the provisions of Chapter 41 , Section 100 of the
General Laws.
Letters from the State Inspector of 1hildings and Fire Chief
Pearson, was received listing violations in existence at the
Highway Inn on Uoute 95, Newbury, Augustino Chiango, Mgr. , was
notified by telephone and by letter to comply within one week
or his license would be suspended.
The meeting was 4djourned at 8:45 P.M.
Res . ectfull Sub fitted,
J mes A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN I S MEETING pp
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June ' 13, 1967
4 regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on 'J�zesday, June 13, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant to the amount of 518,802.42 was approved.
Fred Garella appeared before the Board to request a brighter street
light near his store on Northern Blvd. , P. I . It ,was explained
that it was the policy of the Board to replace some of the older
lights each year with the new mercury vapor lights, and that the
lights in question would be given consideration.
Re-imbursement of Workingmens ' Compensation Insurance was dis-
cussed and Auditor Knight was instructed to pursue the issue as
far back as records are available. he Insurance Company has
records available for two years only.
A request for a permit to conduct a. wholesale dry goods business
in an existing building, which is to be enlarged at 11 Hay st. ,
was received from Max Hurni., and same 'was prepared for advertising
with a hearing set for 8:00 P.M. in 'hwn Hall on July 11, 1967.
A . request for a permit to conduct an Art Gallery at 11 Hanover St. ,
was received from Charlotte Soderstrom which was also prepared ,
for advertising, and a hearing set at 8: 30 P.M. in Town Hall,
July' ll , 1967. Mrs. Soderstrom asked permission to display her
merchandise on the property until permission to sell was obtained
through legal channels.
The following buildingpermits were issued:
Charles Purinton to c.onstruct garage, carport and sun-deck
at 40 Orchard St. , est. cost �2300.00. .
Edward Logue, a porch at Lot 26, ,%nset Blvd. , est. cost $25.00
Charlotte M. Collis , 1 Riverview Dr. , for a replacement to an
existing porch, est. cost $500.00.
Charles Waterman to build a horse barn at 1 Low St.
Hazel Potter, a two-car garage on Lot 1-5, Block 10, So. Blvd. ,
Plum Is . , est. cost $600.00.
Frank Friedrich for an addition to house on Old 11.nt Road,
Lot 98, Block H. , est. cost. 3000.00.
Robert Marlow, addition to house at Middle Rd. & Iiighfield Rd.
est. cost $1000.00
Wendall Mullins , four-room house on Lot 3, Block 13, Indepen-
dence Way, P.I . , est. cost $5000.00, also a disposal permit
at same address.
William F. Lacey, Jr. , for a 9 room house at Central St. ,
est. cost 9$42,000.00, also a disposal permit at same address
according to a plan on file.
A disposal permit was granted to Victor S. and E. C. Woodbury
.at Melody Lane , P.I.
Miss Charlotte Bayley and Mrs. Josephine Bickford were present
to complain about the location of a trailer installed on a lot
next door which obstructs their view of basin, and although the
Board was in sympathy with their •problem,' it seemed that nothing
could be done as the location of the trailer conforms with plan
on file.
A request for use of the Green by'Kiwanis Club was presented by
Leslie Atkinson for Sat. August 19n with an alternate date of
Aug. 26, in case of bad weather. Request was granted.
Mr. & Mrs . H. R. Nelson appeared before the Board to protest the
raising of theheight of the breakwater in the Town right-of-way
near the Hemingway property on the Basin off Old Rint Rd. , and
their complaint was taken under advisement with Selectmen Webb
and Lowe, promising to inspect the location.
On the motion of Selectmen Webb, it was voted to employ teen-age
boys to pick up the debris on Plum Island, and use a town truck to
take it away; work to be supervised by Chief Platt and boys to
be paid at current town rate. Saturday, June 17, was the day
set for the project.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING Q �
June 13, 1967 (cone) �7 'J
Common Victualer and Sunday Ice Cream lionses were issued to :
Badger Farms Creameries Inc . Traffic Circle, Fite. 1
M. K. & Nose M. Davis , Harvard Way
Anthony S. Agrillo DBA, Circle Parking Lot, So . Il.vd
Elias J. Ouellette, DBA, Bungalow Market , No. Blvd.
Priscilla F:, Leonard, _ a license to buy' and sell gifts,
antiques andsecond-hand articles.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 P.M.
Rtessp tfully �ub 7itted,
Jam s A Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING n
June 27,. 1967
A regular meeti.ngof the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
June 27, 1967 at 7: 30, P.M. The minutes of the previous meeting was
read and acc.epted.
.The weekly warrant to the amount of $33,956.64, was approved.
Permission was granted the Citizens AA. of, Greater Newburyport,
to hold a carnival at. Phillips Park, P.I. on Azg. 10, 11, 12 &
13b for rides only.
Protection Fire Co. #1 for use of Martha Pearson playground for
a carnival on ' July 13, 14 and 15.
The Repulbican R)wn Gbmmittee, use of Town Hall , June 29tn for a
meeting.
The First Parish Church-: use of the Green Aug. 2, 1967 for a sale.
The Colonial Retriever field Trial Club, .permission to discharge
_. firearms at Plum Is. ,on .,%n. Oct. 11 1967.
Building permits were issued to Edward F. Gundal for an 8 room
house at Newbury Neck Rd. , est,. cost $20,000.00 and a disposal
permit at same address. Gene Brown a screened sun house at 27
School st. , est. cost 4300.00. A license was granted Wilhelmina
Lunt , DBA, gilded Horse at 12 Green St. , to buy and sell an-
tiques and seo.ohd=hand articles.
Daniel C. Brenner P.I. Blvd. was drawn by Selectman Lowe as
a travers juror for duty at Salem, Aug. 140.
Installation of combination windows for Town Hall was discussed
and it was agreed to contact several contractors for estimates.
It was also agreed to contact R. Baker, to procure specifications
for a zoned hot-water heating system for- Town Hall.,
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jam ds �
A Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 11 , 1967 v `'
A regular meeting of the Board of. Selectmen was held in Town
Hall, July 11, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M. The minutes of the previous
meeting was read and accepted. A warrant of $21,348.98 was ap- .
proved.
The following building permits were issued:
.Peter Paige - 7 room dwelling on' Paul ' s Way, est. cost $23,500.00
also a disposal permit for same, address .
William L. Pingree - 7 room dwelling on Main fit.., est. cost
1$15,000.00, also a disposal permit same .address.
Doris L. Hilchey - an. addition to a dwelling at 2 Kingsford St.
est. cost $1500.00
A license was granted to Muriel Lima DBA, "Missplaced Yankee Shop"
126 Orchard St. , to buy -and sell gifts, antiques and second-hand
articles.
Jurgel & Brown, Northern Blvd. , P.I . , was requested-by the board '
to turn off his spot light-at 1 :00 A.M.- and Chief Platt was
__ instructed to convey the message.
A public hearing was held in Town Hall at 8:00 P.K. , Julyll, 1967
upon the application of Max Hurni for - the purpose of conducting a
. wholesale dry-goods busin.ees at 11 Hay St . , in accordance with
Section 4A3 and 4A2 of the Zoning by-laws of the Town of Newbury.
Walter Mills , Jr. stated that although he was in favor of Mr.
Hurni having a permit, he was most anxious to see that no other
permits 'be granted in the same area. William Plante, Jr. stated
that he was once interested in acquiring the property in question,
and, being unsuccessful, he purchased land across the street and .
built his home, therbfore , he would be definitely opposed to this
change for personal and other reasons , and that he considered this
application not to be in the best interests of the town. Mr.
Hurni was then questimed by Chairman Knight as to how much of an
addition to the property was contemplated and was informed by
Mr. Hurni that he expected to add an extra 4200 feet of floor
space. Selectman Webb stated that as a matter of information 'to
the group that anyone wishing to construct a 100 ft. barn on
the property and fill it with pigs, could do so without any
permit. Charles Fogg replied that pigs were more desirable to
him than the business in question. In answer to the question,
Mr. Hurni stated that he now employed 2 full-time workers , and
if the permit was granted, he would add another two as part-
time employees.
As an abutter, Richard -Leavitt,- was concerned with the nearness of
so large an addition to his property line; and what could be done
with so large a buildingin the event of Mr. Hurni re-locating
at some future date . No one was recorded in favor of granting
the permit. Those recorded as opposed_ :
William L. Plante , Jr. 10 Hay Street
Robert McIniff 12 Hay Street
Charles P. Ibgg 8 Hay Street.
Richard E. Leavitt 9 Hay Street
There being no -other relevant comments , the meeting was closed
and the issue taken under advisement.
A public hearing was held in Bwn Hall at 8: 30 P.M. July 11 , 1967
on the application of Charlotte Soderstrom for the purpose of
conducting an Art .Gallery at 11 Hanover St. , in accordance with
the provisions of Section 4A3 and 4A2 of the Zoning by=laws of
the Town of Newbury. When asked for a statement,• Mrs. Soderstrom
stated that she was desirous to conduct an .Art Business at this
location for the purpose of displaying,and selling. works of art
created by local and other artists. No one appeared in opposition
to the grantingof this permit, and Walter Mills , Jr. , wished to
be recorded as in favor. The hearing was then close], and the
issue taken under advisement. Later in the evening the permit
was granted by a unanimous vote of the Board under the provisions
of Section 4A3 of the Zoning by-law.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING . 95
July...11, 1967 (cunt. )
Litter on Plum Island was also discussed, and Chief Platt was
instructed to prosecute if necessary.
-A check in payment for damage to a guard rail on Hay St. , caused
by Linda Yacubacci, was received from American Mutual Ins. Co. ,
payable to Town of Newbury,
There being no further business , the meeting was adjourned at
10:00. P.M.
Res ectfully yuba tted,
Jai es A. Lowe .
Sect'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 97.
July 25, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on Tuesday, July 25, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as was
also the weekly warrant of $20,168.10.
Building permits were issued to Eugene M. Novak for a four-room
dwelling on Lot #84 on lyth St. , P.I. , est. cost $1510.00, also
a disposal permit at same location.
John Leary, a five-room dwelling on Lot #7, Fordham Way, est.
cost $7000.00 and a disposal permit at same location.
Permits ,were issued to Mr. & Mrs. George Danis , High Road, to
install a swimming pool, est. cost $3500.00 and C. 'Dana Moore
Greentree Lane, est. cost $3500.00.
A pole location was granted to .New,.England T_ 1. & Tel. Co. at
Morgan Ave. and So. Pond St.
Winter storage for Gurney' s Marine at 1 Parker St. , was approved.
Re-imbursement of insurance, which had been incorrectly charged,
to the Town was discussed with kthur S. Page and a figure
. .agreed acceptable.
Chairman Knight reported that he had investigated the rubbish
barrel problem at Plum Island, and noted that the barrels had
been dumped' at least once since the last inspection.
The meeting was adjourned at 8: 35 PM.
T
Iles ectfull ' Su fitted,
James A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 99
August &, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board `of Seldctmen was held in Town Hall
on 'Tuesday, August B, 1967 at 7:00 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and approved and a
weekly warrant of 4,�21,969 .67 was also approved.
Building permits wereissued to :
Harold Pingree for the addition of a porch and room to an
existing building at 19 cottage Road, est. cost '400.00
Clifford G. Stedman - a porchat 71 Cottage Road, est cost
$100.00
Ben P. Poore - sgreened' porch at 131 High Road, est. cost
$800.00
Jospeh Dumont - dormer window on house at Lot 17, Jackson
Way, est. cost 9300.00
Permission was granted Gov. Dummer Academy to excavate on Elm.
St.- for the purpose of installing water mains under certain con-
ditions which are on copy on file.
Attention was called to the Chapter 90 hearing- which i's to be
held September 19, at 2:00 P.1°1. at the Court House,: Salem, F1ass.
Following the public hearing on petition of Max Hurni, a delega-
tion from the Academy Park section was present, to request repairs
on Greentree Lane and Longbrook Road, and, after some discussion
regarding available funds and the statutes controlling the
spending of Chapter 81 monies , it was agreed that any dangerous
conditions would be repaimd but an oil binder as . requested, would .
have to wait until next year.
The meeting was adjourned at 11 :00 P.M.
R ectful - S itted,
J mes A. Lowe
Sec 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING (Public) 1 0 %
August 8, 1967
A public hearing was held in 'bvn Hall on Tuesday, A.igust 8, 1967
at 8:00 P.M. on the application of Max Hurni for a special permit
to conduct a wholesale dry goods business at 11 Hay Street in
accordance with the provisions of Sections 4A2 and 4A3 of the
Zoning By*Laws of the Town of Newbury,
Notice of the hearing was published in the Newburyport News , a
newspaper of general circulation in the area in accordance with
the provisions of Chapter 40A, Section 17 of the General Laws.
The hearing with 65 voters assembled, was opened at 8:00 P.M. by
Chairman Richard Knight of the Board of Selectmen in whom the
authority is vested to conduct such hearings.
Chairman Knight introduced Mr. Hurni and Atty. Malcolm G� Ayers
who was representing him, who , in turn introduced Mr. Edward
Mills , the architect, who drew the plans for Mr. Hurni ' s proposed
addition to existing space on the property to allow for the
housing of the proposed business. Mr. Mills was questioned at
length by Atty. Jonathan Wells , who was representing abutters and
otherresidents of the Hay Street area, on the amount of space
which was to be used for business in comparison to living space.
Mr. Mills then showed plans and diagrams to establish that the
living area would be 4228 square feet, and that to be used for
conducting the business , as 3410 square feet.
Edmund C. Shepard, 273 High Ibad, spoke in favor .of the special
permit and described as picayune the objections of neighbors.
David P. Stickney, 139 High Road, spoke in favor of granting the
permit, and spoke at length on the advantages. of keeping Mr. Hurni ,
a resident and business man in the- Town Of Newbury;
Atty, Wells presented the Board with a petition which he alleged
contained the signatures of over 100 residents who were opposed
to the granting of the permit in question. Atty. Wells read the
provisions of 4A3 and stated that this business was in no way to
be compared as a customary home occupation. He also stated that
4A3 in no way allowed this type of business as it met no community
need, and added that granting such a permit would throw the whole
area into a business district in -the futureas no guarantee that
conditions would remain the same.
Arnold W. Collis, 91 High Road, spoke in oppositbn to the granting
of the permit on the grounds that -such a business did not qualify
under the provisions of Section 4A2 or 4A3.
Atty. Alexander Clark, 26 Green Street, speaking as a resident,
stated that it was quite possible that the Selectmen might be
confronted with court action of a writ of mandamus to comply with
all phases of zoning, of which there were many violations in
current use.
Selectmen Webb then announced that, if Mr. Clark was trying to
influence his decision, by threatening court action, that he
was wasting his time as such remarks did not impress him in the
least.
Atty. Ayers, contended in his closing remarks, that the term
"Tradesman" applied in full to Max' Hurni 's business , and asked
that a favorable decision be made in regard to this application.
Chairman Knight then adjourned the hearing, stating that the
Board would take the matter under advisement, and report its
decision at a later date.
Later the same evening, the Board in Executive Session, voted
unanimously to grant the special permit, and gave the following
reasons for its decision - it was their understanding that it
was legal and possible for Max Hurni to conduct this business
under the provisions of Section 4A2, but , due to the large
investment involved, plus the open hostility of abutters , and
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING (Public) l`�3"
August 8, 1967 (cont)
also the possibility of using one more employee at times, that the
protection of a special permit was mo41re esirable� a" in keeping
with the intent of the Zoning By-Law 3.�!��
Ja es A. Lowe
Secretary of the Board
Atty. Wells announced that he was representing the following
group in Protesting the granting of a permit:.
Mr. and Mrs. ' William L. P. ante, Jr..
Mr. and Mrs . William P. Latham
Mr. and Mrs . Robert J. McAniff
Mr. and .Mrs. Richard. E. Leavitt
Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Fogg
Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Mills, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs . Gordon E. Locke
These names which were read by Atty. Wells are all residents of
Hay Street.
Those who wished to be recorded .in favor_ of granting special
permit to Max Hurni :
Mary Livermore 6 Rolfes Lane
Thomas M. Pederson 165 High Road
David P. aickney 139 "
Edmund Shepard 273
Francis Murdy 239 "
Henry F. . Fblfe . 119 "
Ralph Gibbs- 184 "
Florence Gibbs 184
B rbara Harlow . 181
Ellsworth Harlow 181
Arline Webb 208 "
Paul Ryan 137 "
Cecile Dickie 159
Worthen H. Taylor, Jr. 50 Hanover Street
J. William Westhaver Longbrook Road
Dorothy Ham Greentree Lane
Rowena Drouin Forddham .Way
Andrew Drouin " "
Those who wished to be recorded as opposed:
Mary P. Barton 12 High Road
Arnold Collis 91 " "
Laura Humphreys 277
Storer P. Humphreys 277 " If
Lucy Plummer .256 " "
Alexander M. Clark 26 Green -Street
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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August 22, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn Hall
on Tuesday, August 22, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant of $20,422.50 was approved.
A building permit was issued to Harold 0. Buzzell for a four-
room house on Green Street, est. cost '512,000.00, also a dis-
posal permit at same addrrss.
An agreement for provisions of nursing health -services was -
received from Newburyport Health Center, and signed, and a list
of people using these services was requested by the Board.
Orrin 1bgers and Vernon McNutt, Highway Dept. , employees,
requested approval of the Board to enroll in the Blue-Cross -
Blue Shield and the insurance plan. It was approved.
Bids for the borrowing of75,000.00 for 120 days in anticipation
of taxes, were opened at 8:00 P.M. They were Merchants National
Bank of Newburyport 2.70%, New England Merchants National Bank
of Boston 2.88% and First and Ocean National Bank of Newburyport
2.85%. The loan was awarded to the low bidder - Merchants
National Bank of Newburyport, also N.E.National Bank of Ames. 2.88/
Leslie E. Atkinson, 5 High Road, was drawn for jury duty at
Lawrence, Mass. , Sept 18, 1967, by Selectman Webb.
There \being no further business , the meeting was adjourned
at 9: 30 P.M.
Res ct ully b ted,
IK4�&(l /-t
Ja es A. Lowe'
Sect 'y
SELECTMEI1'S MEETING 107
September .12, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town.
Hall on Tuesday, September _12, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M. '
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted, and
the weekly warrant of 4b7,754.62 was approved.
A request, to bulldoze a sand dune in front of the Castillian
Cottage on Plum Island, was denied by the Board. The property
is owned by William Colten of Tennessee , who was represented by
a caretaker.
The Town Clerk was notified to request the Jackman Farm to take
out a license to operate 'a riding stable under the provisions
of Chapter III, Section 158 of the General Laws.
The following building permits were issued:
Albert A. and R. Barbara Peabody, 29 Hanover Street, screened
porch, est. cost 1a1500.00
Trustees of Governor Dummer Academy, addition to gym, est.
cost � 1001000.
A. M. Jones , 9 Bayview Lane, greenhouse , est. cost $1500.00
Joseph Vangile , 22 Riverfront , utility room, est. cost ya500.
Arthur S. Page, 143 High Rd. addition to barn, est. cost $350.
(Re-issue) John, McDonnell , construction of a barn at 6 Rolfes
Lane, est. cost 04000.00
Atty. A. V. Kelleher was present to explain the application of
National Cable Television for a franchise to install lines for
a closed circuit television system through the town - they
request a 25 year franchise. A public hearing will be held
on the application on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 1967 at . 8:00 P.M.
in Town Hall.
The number of hydrants being installed by Gov. Dummer Academy
on the Elm St: extension was discussed, and it was agreed that
a maximum of seven hydrants would be accepted for rental on this
line. There is , however, some on Middle Rd. that would not
be affected by this decision.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 50 P.M.
Res tfully ` Zb tZ
Jain s A. Lowe
Sect 'y
SELECTMEN'S MEETING L o�`
September 26, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
mall , Tuesday, Sept. 26, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a. weekly warrant of $8,024.96 was approved.
Building permits were issued to the following:
Albert I. 2iehler, 235 High Id. addition of a porch. est.
cost Ul500.00
Raymond -Goss , 4 Riverview Dr. addition of a porch, est.
cost �900.00
Arthur J. Noel , 92 Elm St. , addition of a -porch, est. cost
$200.00
John Creeden,, 18th St. P.I . , bedroom, est. cost �500.00
Earl. K. Jaques; 44 Parker St. 5/z room house, est.. cost
$18,000.00, also disposal permit same location.
Florian G. Arey, Jr. 11 Bayview Lane , addition to a house,
est'. cost $9500.00
Helen Drozdowski, Turnpike Rd. Rt. //1 , 4 room house , est.
cost $7000.00, disposal permit same location.
George Danis , 43 High Rd, addition to a garage, est. cost
$800.00
Robert Bashaw was awarded the job *to hot top apron on two sides
and front of Town Hall-, bid 9375.00
The opening of bids for the installation of a heating system
for Town Hall , which was scheduled for this date, was postponed
until Oct. loth to allow some prospective bidders to check on
floor plan which had not been included with their copy of the
specifications.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
, : 15 P.M.
RqISP. ectfull Su fitted,
J' mes A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
October 10, 1967
A regular meeting of the Selectmen was held in Town Hall
Tuesday, Oct . 10, 1967 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted and
the weekly warrant of �6,352.23 was approved.
Building permits were issued to :
Edward 'M. Cole for addition_ of a porch at 122A Main Street,
est . cost $500.00
John Vilbur for a garage at 18 Oak Terrace, est. Cost $3000.00
The approval of the Board was given to Chairman Knight who pro-
posed that an extension of the Town Garage phone be connected to
the home of Highway Surveyor Little providing that he was willing.
Bids revei.ced' for theinstallation of a heating system in Town
Hall was opened at 8:00 P.M. as advertised. They were as follows :
Seacoast Heating Co. $2775.00
W. E. Atkinson Co. 2942.50
Richard Baker 2900.00
j1. H. Jackson 3675.00
The contract was awarded to Seacoast Heating Co.. , the lowest
.qualified bidder.
Protection Fire Co. //1 requests the storage of 300 gallons of
gasoline underground at Centr'al_ Street Fire Station for own use.
Hearing set for Oct . 24, 1967 at 8:00 P.M.
Chairman Knight is to check on availability of utility poles
-for Fire Siren at rear of Town Hall.
The Meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
R pectfully, Submitted,
ames A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
October 17, 1967
A ,special meeting of the Board -of Selectmen was held' in Town
Hall , Tuesday, October 18, 1967 at 6:00 P.U.
Allen P. Rogers of 15 Larkin Street was drawn as a juror by
Selectman Lowe - Lawrence, Nov. 6
A building permit was issued to Alexander M. Clark for .the
additbn of a breezeway at 13 Hanover Street, est. cost 9$500.00
The request of Max Hurni to withdraw his application, without
prejudice , to conduct a wholesale dry-goods business at 11 Hay
Street, was granted by unanimous vote of the Board.
Respectfully Submi ted,
mes A. Lowe, Sec . '
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 J'
October 24, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in T)wn
Hall , Tuesday October 24, 1967 at 7:30 PM. .
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $34,6f9.48 was approved.
Roger L. Blanchette of 63 Central St. , appeamd before the Board.
to complain about a drainage problem at -rear of his property ,
left . by Tzitson Const. Co, who continues to put him off on cor-
recting the condition. He was informed that- the sole authority
of the Board was the violation of Town property which we would
investigate .
Protection Fire Co . #/l, after a public hearing held at 6:00 P.M.
as advertised, was granted a permit to store 300 gallons of gaso-
line underground at the Central Street Fire Station by the un-
animous vote of -the Board.
A letter requesting the .extension of one hour for dispensing
liquors on Saturday evening was received from Dominic Menesale
of the Wayside Motel, and it was voted by the Board to make a
decision at our next regular meeting. Chairman Knight requested
more time to decide.
It was voted by the Board to close the waters of the Town of
Newbury to 'the taking of oysters until further notice.
A letter was received from the Essex County Sportsman Assoc . ,
relative to a parking condition at 'Thurlows Bridge. in the smelt-
ing season. It was voted to turn the letter over to Chief
Platt , it being a police problem.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 30 P.M.
Respectfully Subm' tted,
J es A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING
November 14, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, November 14, 1967 at 7: 50 P.M.
The minutes of the last regular meeting was read and accepted and
the weekly warrant of $27,786.52 was approved.
Building permits were issued. to :
Robert G. Walton for a garage at 78 Hanover Street , est. cost
$10,006. and a disposal permit at same location.
Thomas Pederson for the addition of 2 porches at 132 High Rd.,
est. cost $500.00
Robert J. Colby for the addition of a porch at 142 High Rd.
est. cost `15650.00
Judith Condon a disposal permit at Plum Is. Turnpike
About thirty members of the Youth Fellowship of the Byfield
Plethgdist Church appeared bofore the meeting with a request for
another basket to be added to the one already installed at the
Byfield School to enable them to ' lay out a full basketball court.
The group was well represented by the President Ricky Urjil ,
whose presentation was well accepted by the Board, ,and the request
was granted. A transfer of $125.00 to Parks was voted by the
Finance Committee to make this possible.
Cedric K. Little , Highway Surveyor, appeared before the Board
and the Finance Committee , to request funds for a new plow and
frame for the new truck, and also .a Vee-type plow to be attached
to a jeep for the plowing of sidewalks. This request was ap-
proved by both boards and the following amounts wete transferred
from the Reserve Fund. J
$2�,070.00 Truck Maintenance
75.00 Town Garage Maintenance
275.00 Parks
600.00 Veterans Services
15Q.00 Bridges & Sidewalks
A- request by Chief Platt for permission to buy two new Walkie-
Talkies , and, also repair damaged Life Guard Stands with some
of the monies left over in. the years appropriations was approved.
The application of Dominic Menesalb, DBA Wayside Motel, to keep ,
open until 1:00 A.M. on Sunday for the sales of liquors was
also approved by the unanimous vote of the Board.
The resignation of Mrs. Nina Colby from the Board of Registrars,
was accepted with regret by the Board, and Joseph S. Haydock
and Mrs. Pollyann Stickney were appointed to fill vacancies , and
Mrs . Mary Becker of Plum Island was appointed to fill the vac-
ancy formerly held by Francis Welch.
All night parking on all streets in the Town of Newbury was
banned from December lst 1967 until 1pril lst 1968 and a warning
issued to that effect.
A pole location was granted on Parker Street to the Mass. Elec .
& N. E. Tel ,& Tel. Co.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
Re ` eetfull Su fitted,
J mes A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1191
November 28, 1967
A regular meet ng of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 38, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $108,789.89 was approved.
Arthur S. Johnson and Charles P. Fogg, representatives from
Newbury on the '�ittier Regional Vocational School Planning Com-
mittee , were present to give a resume of progress of the group
to date, . and stated that they would be willing to wait until our
Annual Town Meeting in March for a vote .on whether the Town wished
to paztLcipate actively.
Henry F. 'Rolfe, chairman of the Triton Regional Group, was present
to announce--that his, group.,was."meeting .on Wed:- November. 29, to vote
on the matter of incurring debt, and if the vote was in the af-
firmative a special Town Meeting would be mandatory within 30
days of that date.
Mr. Worthly, President of the Plum Island Taxpayers Assoc. ,
appeared before the Board to request permission to hold a private
New Years Party at Plum Island. He was told no permission ,was
necessary as it is to be a private party. .
John �MeDonnell requested permission to construct an apartment
over a garage at his residence on Rolfes Lane , and was told to
present a plot plan.
Permission was granted Town Clerk, Lowell, to furnish his office
out of funds appropriated for same, and was cautioned by the
Board not to exceed the available funds.
A request for a transfer of $800.00 from the Reserve Fund to
Veterans ' Services. was signed by the Board to meet an overdraft,
and anticipated bills to this account.
Chairman Knight cited two existing violations of the' Zoning
Law of which complaints had been received, and it was voted
to notify the offenders to comply. Knight and Lowe voting for -
Webb voting a hands off policy.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned
at 10:00- P.M.
sp -ctfu1 S itted,
names A. Lowe_;. Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING . 121
December 12, 1967
A regular meeting of the Board- of .Selectmen was held in Town
Hall, Tuesday, Dec . 13, 1967 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read_ and accepted and
the weekly warrant of 112,421.53 was approved.
The date of the Special Town Meeting was set -for Thursday,
. Dec . 28, 1967 at 8:00 P.M. at the Newbury Elementary School.
Harris Giles , Veteran<''.s Agent attended the meeting, discussed
several cases and agreed to force the issue to get pensions
for some cases which clearly qualify. At the request of the
Board, he agreed to arrange to invite a representative of the
Boston office to be present at the next regular meeting on
Dec , 26, 1967.
Permission was granted for a joint pole location on Hanover St.
to the Mass. Electric Co. and New England Tel. Co.
.,The following liquor licenses were renewed:
Guilford' s Package Stcm, P.I.
Fred' s Package .Store, P.I .
Wayside MRtel., Byfield
Corner Cupboard, Inc . Oldtown
Ould Newbury Golf -Club, Newburyport Turnpike
Beachcomber Restaurant, Inc . P.I.
Newbury Club, Inc . , H field
Art' s Package Store, field
John McDonnell appeared before the Board as requested, and on
being questioned on the matter, stated, that he is in possession
of approval of the Planning Board to divide his property. He
stated that he. made the following reayest of the board that an
existing building lot be waived, . and frontage substituted, and
the request was granted.
He presented the Board with copies of a plot plan of his
property, and also a deed, but no action was taken at this
time as the Board felt there should be individual deeds to
three parcels of property which must be presented.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
Re7es
c full Su fitted,
Ja A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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December 26, 1967
A .regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday,. Dec. 26, 1967, at, 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly" war"rant of •'�14,934.60 was approved.
John K. Thistlewood and John K. Thistlewood, Jr. appeared
_ before the Board to request payment of bills rendered ,by them
for services in policing the clam .flats. Chairman Knight re-
quested the Town Clerk to read '.the list of appointments of clam
constables and the following names were read:
Chief Clam Constable - James E. Platt
Deputy, John K. . Thistlewood
Deputy, Alan Adams
who were all appointed and sworn in that capacity.
John K. Thistlewood, Jr. who is an elected Fish Commissioner, was
never appointed a clam constable, and was not eligible to act as
. such, however, as the Board felt that. work had been performed in
good faith; it was only fair to honor this bill, which had been
approved by- Chief Platt, and warned the group that in the future
only appointed Clam Constables could collect for services that
were ordered by the Chief Clam Constable.
Harris Giles, Veterans Agent , accompanied by Joseph L. Greaney,
Chief of Investigators of Veterans Services , appeared before
the Board to discuss several cases which was held in private.
Richard L. Newton, Arthur S. Johnson and Dr,. Fogg, appeared
before the Board to bring the matter of preparing an article for
the warrant at the .Ann.ual Meeting for the acceptance or rejection
of participation in the Whittier Vocational 9�hool, and, Mr.
Johnson who was the spokesman, stated that the subject matter
would be available about January 19th and would be voted for by
ballot at the Annual Town Meeting.
Dr. Fogg stated that 72% of cost would be re-imburseable to
towns for the construction involved. The initial cost to Newbury
for the first cost would be 1b1100.00
The following transfers from the Reserve Fund were requested:
Town Hall Maintenace 250.00
Police 500.00
Snow Removal 1500.00
Parks •35
A building permit was issued to John McDonnell for the construction
of a barn workshop at 8 Rolfes Lane, est . cost 58000.00. Building
partially constructed.
Sewerage application being processed.
Chairman Knight was authorized by .the Board to get an option on
land .bordering ,fleeting House Pond.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
Re pe tfull Su itted,
J es A. Lowe, Sec.
SELEC TPIEN 'S. MEETING 1 2 5
January 9, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on 'Tuesday, Jan. 9, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
year end warrant of ip18,692.93 and also a weekly warrant of
$24,060.50 was approved.
A waste disposal permit was issued to John McDonnell at 8 Rolfes
Lane.
A hearing was held as advertised for Parker River Marine, 272
High Road for permission to install 2-4000 gallon tanks under-
ground for the storage of gasoline. 'there being no opposition
the permit was granted.
The following transfers were requested to balance overdrawn
accounts :
Assessors Expense $ 28.28
Police 241.92
Truck Maintenance 12.19
Snow .Removal 2233.58
Veterans Services 105.75
Blue Cross Acc ' t. 157.11
$2279.13
A warrant for the payment of funds for Veterans Service which
. had been submitted to the Board for approval was returned to
Harris Giles, the Agent for his reviewing.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
Re p ctfull Su fitted,
J es A. Lowe , Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
1
January 16, 1968
A special meeting -of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on 'iZesday, Jai. 16, 1968 at 6:00 P.M.
The Veterans warrant and also a weekly warrant was approved.
There being no other business , the. meeting was adjourned at
6: 15 P.M.
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11es e -fully
b tted,
James A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 L
January 23, 1968.
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, January 23 , 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted, and
a weekly warrant of �28,773.64 was approved.
A letter was received from the Highway Surveyor requesting
additional funds for Snow Removal as the amount of �11 ,525.00
already exceeded any one month of the previous year.
Licenses were issued to Susan Becker, DBA, Trunk of Junk,
Harvard Way, and Thurlow Brown, corner of High and Newman Rds.' to
buy, sell antiques and second-hand articles.
June F. Robinson, June ' s Beauty Shop, 12 Rolfes Lane.
A junk car license to Newbury Auto Sales was hold up until the
next regullr meet.ingof the Board, until owner complies with
desires of Board in keeping junk cars behind fence.
A pole location was granted to Mass . Electric Co . at Sunset Dr.
Leonard R. Noel of Lenway Realty Trust appeared before the Board
with a plan of Lenway" Road. A hearing and a layout for the
acceptance of the road as a Town Road was scheduled for February
13, 1968 at 8:00 P.M.
. David Brown of Newburyport Press was issued a building permit
for an addition to an existing building at 80 Hanover St. , Est.
`cost $4500.00 and a waste Disposal permit at same location.
Anextension of closing hours was granted the Highway Inn for the
sale of liquors from 12:00 Midnite Saturday to 1 :00 A.M. on
Sundays only.
Permission was granted Kent Rock Post American Legion Auxiliary
to sell poppies on Zwn Election Ihy.
It was voted to make necessary repairs and changes to the two
Town Halls and the Woodbridge and Byfield Schools to comply, with
the recommendations of the Insurance Inspector.
There being no further business , the meeting was adjourned at
10: 30 P.M.
Rqzpect,fully Sub ' tied,
/ams A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 13 1
February 13., 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on tesday, February 13, 1968 at 7: 3.0 P.M.
The minute's of the previous meeting was read and accepted, and a
. weekly warrant of $8,141.47 was approved.
A third-class licnese was issued to Newbury Auto Sales to conduct
a junk yard on R.t 1 , the applicant having complied with the
desires of the ]bard in removing all junk from outside the fence
in front of business location.
A letter was received from the Bureau of Accounts certifying
the amount of "Tree Cash" held by the Town. as �95,501.21.
Chairman Knight stated that he had the suspicion that an enter-
prise was operating illegally in Town, and that he would inves-
tigate, and report at the next regular meeting.
An application was received from Jeffrey Bolger for re-appoihtment
as a life guard at Plum Island this coming season. It was filed
_. for future refemice.
A public. hearing was held at -8:00 P.M. as advertised on the
petition of Lenway Realty Trust for the laying-out of Lenway
Road by the Selectmen for acceptance by the Town as a Chapter
81 Road at the annual Town Meeting.
A petition by 20 registered voters favoring the matter, was
received, as well as a quit-claim by all abutters.
No one speaking either for or against the petition, the matter
was taken under advisement, and later laid out by the R)ard;
and a map is on file at office of 'bwn Clerk.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
pectfully ub tted,
DtiCi-e�
mes A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 133
February 27, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 37, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $10,827.82 was approved.
Anthony Knapp appeared before the Board to request permission to
remove loam from an area at the rear -of the Harlow property on
High Road which is owned by his father' s estate, -and also to
remove the top soil from some of the remaining lots. He was told
by the Board that they had no objection to his taking away that
which was already stock-piled, but to remove more than that was against
the law. He was given a copy of the Town By-Law which regulates
this situation.
A letter of resignation from the Board, of Registrars was received
from. Pollyann Stickney which was mandatory as she is a candidate
for School Committee.
A letter was received from Pearl Brouyette of Roseland, Florida,
stating- that during the emergency at Plum Island a part of a
fence, and a mailbox was damaged at her summer home on Old Point
Road (Almeda Cottage)
A letter was received from Don Blanchard, Haverhill St. , Rowley,
Mass. , requesting appointment as life guard at Plum Island this
coming season. It was placed on file for future reference.
There being no ._further business , the meeting was adjourned at
9 : 15 P-Mi.
Re e/cat -ully bmi ed,
James A. Lowe, Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING,
March 5, 1968
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on `Tuesday, March 5, 1968 at 8:00 P.M.
The meeting; was called to order by (hairman Knight, who informed
those present some of the facts of the proposed Meeting House
Pond Recreation Area, and displayed a large map which showed it
in detail.
An abutter, Miss Mary Graham, accompanied by Atty. Doyle and
Mr. E. Lawton Crane , were present and intimated that the area
between the pond and the fence at the rear of the Graham prop-
erty as belonging to that estate.
Those who spoke against the proposal completely were:
Ralph Chase
Henry Cahoon
H. Verne Noyes , 3rd
H. E. Pingree
Arthur Nason
Those in favor were :
William Sillivan
Mrs. Leslie Atkinson
Norman E. Wells -
William L. Plante, jr.
David S. Caldwell
Meeting was adjourned at 9: 15 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 137.
March 12, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn
Hall on Tuesday, March 13, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of 5 5,907.57 was approved.
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Building permits were issued to :
Sam Ruggiero , &ddition to existing building, Lot 20, Block C ,
No . Blvd, P.I. est. cost $1800.00
Francis Webb, 56 High Road, an addition 'to existing building,
est. ccEt 41800.00
Arthur M. Jones , , Jr. Bayview Lane, for moving a building to
his property for use as a shed and dog house, est. cost
�300.00.
Two applications were received for the position of life guard at
Plum Island for the coming summer - David MacFarlane, Newbury-
port, and John F. Stokes , Plum Island.
Permission was granted Mass . Electric Co. for a pole location
on Hanover Street.
Licenses were issued to :
Mary Lawler. DBA, Marys ' Lunch & Grocery, No. Blvd. P.I.
Sunday and Common Victualers.
Francis Goodman, DBA 'Skyfl:yers -Snack Bar, P.I . Blvd.
Comiion Victualers. .
Permission was granted Protection Fire Co. 112 for use of
Upper Green. on June 20,' 21 & 22 for its annualcarnival and
also the Ladies Auxiliary - use of same location for a rummage
sale on May llth.
Wire inspector Donald Mutch, was present to discuss a new
schedule of rates for wire inspedtions which will be presented
at our next regular meeting.
Chairman Knight stated that the damage to mail box and fence
at Old Point Load at Almeda Cottage , had in reality 'occurred
on Town Property. and owner will be notified to move both back
to her lot line.
Selectman Lowe brought up the matter of establishing new rates
for private police duty and it was decided to take the matter
up after the coming election.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
9:00 P.M.
R pect.fully 'ub tte,
emesl'.&Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 139.
March 26, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on 5hesday, March 26, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
It being the first meeting since the annual election, the Board
organized as follows: Selectmen Adams nominated Selectman Lowe
for Chairman., then Selectman Knight stated that although many
boards practiced rotation; that he was of the opinion that the
oldest member in point of service should hold the chairmanship,
and, that in recognition of all the effort he had exerted in
service to the Town, that he deserved to be elected (hairman.
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Lowe declined to second his own nomination, the motion was lost
and Richard Knight was elected Chairman, James A. Lowe, Sec-
retary and Alan I. Adams third member.
. Attorney Bernard J. Lojko was re-appointed Town Counseland . James
E. Platt was re-appointed Police Chief, both by a unanimous
vote of the Board.
The minutes of the prev-bus meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $14,580.32 was approved.
Charles Cassidy was drawn for jury duty at Newburyport for
April 15, 1968 by Selectman Adams.
The hourly rate for Police Chief was set at $2.50 per hour, and
the rate for private police duty within the town at 44.00 per
hour..
Thomas G. McGlew was present at the meeting of inquire of what
was required to conduct a small welfing shop on his own premises.
The Board called his attention to the provisions of Zoning Bj-
Law rA2 which allows such a business to operate.
Richard Hordon of Plum Island Airport requested permission to
erect a sign at his place of business , advertising parking and
parts. It was granted.
Michael Villane DBA, Beachcomber, was granted anextension of
one hour from .12:00 midnight to 100 A.M. on Sundays only.
. An application for certificate of -incorporation filed with the
Secretary of State by Agnes B. Little and Phyllis B. vunning
both of Newbury, under the name of Newburyport Tuberculosis and
Respiratory Disease Inc . was recommended the Board.
John Loftus , District Director of Public Welfare, requested - a
meeting with the Board of 'Selectmen concerning continued use of
of Welfare Offices. It was voted to meet on Wed. April 3, 1968
at 8:00 P.M.
An. application for the position of life guard at Plum Island
for the coming season was received from William Hickey, Jr.
49th . St. , P.I . It was filed for future reference.
A_ building permit was granted Russell M. Peirce , 63 High Road,
for an addition to anexisting ell, est. cost $525.00.
The 4H Riding Club requests the use of Town Hall twice a month
for forty persons preferable,' Friday night or Sat. morning.
Mr. Cruikshank called for information on flood damage to street
in town on the chance that State funds might be available.
Chairman Knight reported culvert on Elm 'Street and Coleman Road
and also road surface on R)ston Street.
Permission was granted the Republican and Democratic T)wn Comm.
use of Town Hall as long as it doesn' t conflict with Town use.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
Re-spec tf Submitted,
amen A. Lowe , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 141
April 3, 1968
A special meeting .of the Board of Selectmen was held in T)wn
Hall on Wednesday, April 3, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
A weekly warrant of $14,742,.96 was approved.
Arthur Bulgaris tendered his resignation as a member of the
.Planning Board of Appeals because of his election to .the Planning
Board. It was accepted by the Board with regret.
Richard N. Cunningham was drawn for jury duty at Salem for
May 6, 1968 by Fichard H. Knight.
It was voted to advertise for bids on a 4 Wheel drive pick-up
truck, and also 1000 tons of bituminous concrete in place on
highway.
At a meeting held with Mr` . Loftus , District Director of Welfare ,
it was requested by, him that the office space in the Town Hall
used' by the district be charged the same rate of rent during the
period of re-organization of the Welfare Board to State control,
because of; the chance that it might take a year or more for a
complete transfer of services.
Highway Surveyor, Burns, appeared before the Bard to inquire
.about the advertising. for .bids for the truck radios , and also
the bituminous concrete bids.
Because of the demand for a Polic- Matron, it was decided by the
Board to appoint Marjorie Emerson as a• policewoman.
Building permits were issued to :
Phillip A Knapp, 21 Pine Is. Rd. for a one-story house, est.
cost 'P101000.
Estate of Eliza C. Chas.e, 14 Parker St. , for a portable
Roadside 'Stand 16xl6x8, est. cost $350.00 .
Sylvia B. Junt, addition to existing building at 18 Green •St.
. est.' Cost �1150.00
Albert J. Foisy, close in porch, 14n St. P.I . est. cost $100.00
The following appointments were made :
Registrar of voters - Mary J. Becker & Marjorie G. Emerson
Dog officer, cattle inspector, and inspector of milk -
Henry M. Short
Moth superintendent - Robert Colby
Janitor of Town Hall, Oldtown - Willard L. Roaf
Janitor of Town Hall, Byfield - Robert H. Field
Finance Committee - Leslie 9hurlow and George MacKenzie
Superintendent of burial grounds - Hallet W. Noyes
Agent of workmen' s compensation - Richard H. Knight
Agent of Veterans services - Harris C. Giles
Field driver and pound keeper - William A. Burns
Agent of Board of Health - James E. Platt
Fence Viewers - Robert J. Colby, Nicholas Bulgaris , Leonard
Ilsley, Malcolm C. Wood, Samuel Traister, Joseph Story
Insepctor of gas piping & appliances - George E. Emerson
Wire inspector - Donald G. Mutch
Building inspector - David Caldwell
Surveyors of lumber - Harold E. Pingree , Cedric K. Little ,
Arthur S. Page, Jr. C. Edward Whitley, Evans Hawes
Weighers of hay and other commodities - Albert J. Goldberg,
Cedric K. Little , Newell Adams & Lawrence C. Brown
Harbormaster - James E. Platt
Asst. masters - Richard L. Newton and Clinton H. Elliott
Police officers - Charles W. Woods , deputy.; George Emerson,
David Stickney, Michael Fa.lgaris, William Vieweg
Special officers - William R. Pearson, Leroy Smith and
Harold S. Holmes
Special duty - Benjamin Pearson and Henry M. Saort, Byfield
Snuff Co .
Schools - Byfield , Arthur R. Eaton
Schools - Newbury Elementary, Edward Carpenter, and Frederick
Maguire
Plum Island Bridge - Leo W. Bergeron
SELECTMEN' S MEETING 14J
April 3, 1968 (cont)
Olde Newbury Golf Course - Robert A. Bashaw
Governor Dummer Academ�r Malcolm R. Andrews
Byfield Town Hall - Robert H. Field
Oldtown Town Hall - 'Willard L. Roaf
Parker River and adjacent waters , Richard L. Newton
Plum Island and adjacent waters -- Clinton H. Elliott
Shell fish constables - Chief James E. Platt, Deputies
John K. Thistlewood and Alan I. Adams .
Zoning board of appeals - Gray W. Adams
Associates - Lawrence C. Brown and Laurent H. Gravelle
Director of civil defense - Bertam. E. Savage , Jr.
Conservation Commission - Charles A Bashaw and David P.
Stickney
Plumbing inspector - Richard B. Baker
Hiring of trucks with driver was discussed and will be on
next. weeks agenda.
The meeting was 4djourned at 11 : 15 P.M.
Res �ectfu S itted,
mes. A. Lowe , Sec .
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING 14 5
April 9', 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen .was held in T)wn
hall on Tuesday, April 9, 1968 at 7:30 IM. .
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of _$8„258.41 was approved.
Chairman Knight introduced the new Ikildi.ng Inspector, Davitp S.
Caldwell , who responded and stated that he would be available
on the second and fourth Tuesdays' at 7: 30 P.M. until 8: 30 P.M.
or as long as his services were required. .
A common Victualers, Sunday Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts, and
Juke Box licenses , ' were issued to Thunderhead Restaurant, corner
of Sunset Drive and Plum Island Blvd. J
A form filed with the 7bwn Clerk, stating the purposes for the
soliciting of funds for the Thurlow child was approved by the
Board..
Malcolm Hudson requested permission to take alewives from the
Parker River for use as bait in his boating and fishing business.
State Law requires that no fish be taken on Sundays, Tuesdays,
or Tuursdays, and may be taken between the hours -of 8:00 A.M.
and 5'c100 P.M. on the remaining days . Permission was granted,
provided that 1/3rd of the fish caught were dumped above the dam,
and that the maximum amount taken would be 25 barrels at $1.00
per barrel.
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It was agreed by the R)ard that 80% of the fees received by
the Building Inspector, should be accredited to his salary.
A letter was sent to the State Welfare Department informing them
that the sum of �100.00 per month was the rental being asked
for the District Welfare Office.
Purchase of an "L" type desk was approved for the Treasurers
and Collectors office.
It was voted that the limits of liability insurance be $50,000
$100,000 and $10,000 property damage on all trucks and vehicles
hired by Town Departments , and all must be driven by employees
of owners. Rates - will be increased $2.25 per hour over present
established rates to compensate owner for increased cost of
driver and insurance.
The following appointments were made
Board of Fire Engineers
H. Verne Noyes , 3rd Charles A. Plummer
James L. Wile , Jr. Henry J. Becker
Russell L. Colby John J. Rock
Wallace 0. Pearson Leon E. Senior
Planning Board of Appeals :
Edward J. Kelly
Donald L. Nanson
Harold L. Bailey
The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 P.M.
Re p�ctfully ub tted,
J es A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 14 4
April 23, 1.968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmenwas held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Apri123, 1968 at 7:30 P.M.
The minutes of the last regular meeting was read and accepted,
and a weekly warrant of $10,001.81 was approved.
William Burns was present to request an increase of $5.00 per
day in .his rubbish contract to bring it up to $85.00 per day
or $L4,420.00 for the season, which is $260.00 more than last
year.
Disposal permits were issued to :
Walter. J. Crocker,, Harvard Way
Joseph Houle, Temple Blvd.
Robert J. Bashaw, 23 Riverview Drive
William R Pearson was appointed a regular• police officer.
Robert A. Bashaw was given the contract to grade and seed area
around Byfield T)wn Hall for the bid of $395.00.
A check for $200.00 was received from the :Society of the Com-
panions of the Holy_ Cross in lieu of taxes.
Sealed bids were opened at 8:00 R.M. to supply the Town with a
4-Wheel Drive pick-up truck according to specifications. They
were as follows :
Volpone Motors $2,908.22
F. K. Bradford 3,390.00
Georgetown Motor Truck Co. 2,900.70
Frazer Pontiac Co. 21854.00
Seaport Chevrolet Co. 2,69£3.60
It was -awarded to 5�aport Chevrolet, the low bidder.
Bids were opened for the supplying of 1000 tons of Bituminous
Concrete in place on highway. They were as follows:
Trimount Products $8.40
Merrimack Paving; 8.05
Eseex Bituminous 8.29
Contract was awarded to Merrimack Paving, the low bidder.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
R ectfully bm' ted,
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J Y. es . Lowe , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 149
.April 24, 1968
.A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen Was held in 'bwn
Hall on Wednesday, April 24, 1968 at 8:00 P.M. for the purpose
of reviewing the Towns ' insurance coverage , and bringing it up
to date at the least probable cost to the Town, consistent with
good business practice.
Present were. Arthur S. Page , Jr. and a respreentative of the
Fitchburg Mutual Fire Insurance Co. ; and Mrs.Mary Barton and
two representatives of the Home Insurance Company.
Mr. .Page quoted -on Fire Insurance alone, the P.I .P. , or Pub-
lic and Institutional Package at $2538.00 annually with a 20%
dividend, or the S.M.P. at �2432.00 with a 151,10 dividend.
Mrs. Barton' s group or the, Home Insurance Co. , quoted the full
coverage of $2579.00 net for Workingmens Compensation, 5778,546.00
coverage on Fire Insurance, $28.18.00 on $100.00 deductable. These
policies include Fire extended coverage on a, 950.00 - $100.00
\Ideductable clause which does not apply if the 'damage exceeds
$500.00. ' Robbery inside and out, and burgulary open-stock. This
coverage was quoted at 1�5397.00 including Workingmens Comp.
At the close of meeting, Mr. Page requested time to prepare a
proposal for full coverage to town as he had not come to the
meeting with that in mind. The representative of the Nome
' Insurance Company then stated that as Mr. Page had the benefit
of his quote to work on, that in all fairness his company should .
be allowed to present a counter quote.
It was agreed that when the final quote was ready that a meeting
of the Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee would be called
to listen .to the proposals.
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The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
s ectfully bmi ed,
Imes A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 30, 1968
A special meeting -of the 'Board of Selectmen was held in Zbwn
Hall on April 30, 1968 at 7: 30 I?.M.
A disposal permit was issued to Bernard Meader at 93 Main St.
Mr. Ramsden appeared before the Board to ask if the Police would
make a special effort to control the littering on Plum Island.
Permission was granted the Haverhill Gas- Company to - excavate
on Hanover St. , to run a new service into #59.
Bids to supply a police cruiser as per specifications were
opened at 8:00 ]:'.M. as advertised.
Seaport ^Chevrolet bid $$3200.80
Allbwance on trade in 1522.00
Cost of trade 1678.80
It being the only bid it was awarded to Seaport Chevrolet.
Bids were received for renovating Town Hall, Oldtown as per
specifications :
Robert A. Bashaw $$!+850.00
Desmond & Larcom 6985.00
Phillip A. Knapp 4986.00
Robert A. Bashaw being the lowest qualified bidder was awarded
the contract.
The full Board then attended the hearing on the "widening of
Route 95, held at Newburyport High School, and were all re-
corded as in opposition to the scope- of the proposed land
taking at the Central Street approaches
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 5 '
May 14, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on 9aesday, May 14, 1958 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted, and
a warrant of $31.504.38 was approved.
Nicholas Ivone and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Landers of Central Street
were present to protest the barking of dogs belonging to a
neighbor, Lary Rogers , which kept them awake at night and was
making an intolerable situation. Mr. Landers presented the
Board with a sworn- statement to that effect.
Richard Johnson appeand before the Board requesting. its approval
of the sale of the Dike Lot in the Cart Creek area, the land -
is Tax Title Property being held in the low value and category
by the Town Treasurer, and requires the approval of the Board
before a sale can be made.
The Haverhill Gas Co. was granted permission to excavate on
Riverview Drive to install a gas service at #23.
Waste disposal permits were issued to James O 'Hara., 19t St. ,
Plum Island and Allen P. Rogers , Moody Street.
Selectman Adams reported that twenty bushels of seed oysters
had been placed in several locations in Parker River, and that
. they should be of proper size to take in three or more years.
Selectman Lowe recommended that a weight limit should be posted
on the Main Street bridge, and the Board was in agreement that
a request of approval be made to the State Department of
Public Works.
Common Victualers and Sunday licenses were issued to :
Refuge Snack Bar, Sunset. Blvd,
Davis Corner Store , Harvard Way & Southern Blvd.
Fred 's "Package Store, Northern avd.
Bait, fishing tackle, sporting goods and related articles and
Sunday licenses were issued to Kay & Ray Moulton, P.I . Blvd.
Building' Inspector Caldwell presented a report to the Board
and stated that since apointment, he had issued permits for
construction valued at P'70,850.00.
Permission was granted the Republican Town Committee for use
of Town Hall on the evening of May 16n.
The changing of some of the old street lights to the new 3500
luman lights , was discussed and Chief Platt was requested to
make a survey and recommend locations.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
R e full Sub . itted,
/ame"s�
A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 15511
May 28, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, May 38, 1968 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of � 21,076.12 was approved.
Larry Rogers of Central Greet was present to answer a complaint
by a,sick neighbor of maintaining a nuisance by keepinghound dogs
which bark 24 hours a day. He was given seven days :to correct
this condition or face court action.
A letter was received from Gray Adams protesting the filling of
Town Property on Middle Road by Governor Dummer Academy. Mr.
Adams was of the opinion that a traffic hazard was being created
by disturbing the town drainage system. It was voted that Chief
Platt investigate and have the condition corrected.
A sewage disposal permit was issued to Warren Hatton Orchard St.
A contract was signed with the State D.F.W. for Chapter 81 funds.
A Common Victualers and Sunday license was issued to Fernalds
Clam Stand on High Fbad.
A pole location was granted to the Mass. Electric Co. on Harvard
Way.
Permission was granted to the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs for use
of Upper Green at 7:00 P.M. , June 6tn for a Soft Ball Game.
Permission was granted Protection Fire Co. #1, use of Martha
Pearson Playground on Saturday, July 20,
Sale of Dike Lot at Cart Creek to Fichard S. Johnson for sum
of i399.00 was approved by the Board and it was stipulated that
purchaser pay for the processing of the deed: An option was
granted to Mr. Johnson to purchase abutting lot at same price
if investigation. proves that it is Town owned.
. A letter was received from the S.P.W. stating the recommended
steps to be taken in order to set waght limits on Main Street
bridge. It was filed for future reference.
The meeting was adjourned at 11 :00 P.M.
Re"tfu1ly S mit d,
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James A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 5'T
June 11, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, June 11 , 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
the weekly warrant of $21,719.25 was approved.
Miss Lucy Plummer was present to request that the Board request
the State S.P.W. to conduct a traffic survey for the purpose of
erecting stop signs at the junctions of High Road and Newman
Road, and Cottage Road and High Road. It was voted that such
request be made to' the D.P.W.
Miss Gloria Salvo requested a variance to allow her. to locate a
garage four(4) feet nearer her lot line at Plum Island. She
was referred to the Board of Appeals.
Messrs. Lapasio , Salamanca and -McCauley of the Mass. S.P.W.
were present to discuss Chapter 90 Construction projects on
Elm Street and Northern Blvd. It was agreed to start with
Northern Blvd. as engineering was nearly completed and the
D.P.W. agreed to get the Elm Street project ready as soon as
possible.
A sewage disposal permit was issued to Freeman Brown &: Sons
at So . Pond Street.
Building Inspector Caldwell reported to the Board that he had
issued permits totaling $60,300.00 for the month of May.
It was voted to employ Thomas Stubbs to build three new "Life
Guard Chairs" for use at Plum Island, and the Board gave him
permission to secure a helper.
John McDonnell appeared before the meeting to request that his
name be stricken from the records as being in favor of a varia-
nce granted to Hary. Livermore some years ago to build an ex-
tension to her house on Fblfes Lane._ He was referred to the
Board of Appeals.
A letter was received from Robert Ott, Commissioner, of .Public
Welfare accepting the request of the Bard for a monthly rental
of $100.00 per month for the District Welfare Office.
The Kiwanis Club was granted use of Upper Green, Saturday,
August 17, 1968 for their annual auction.
It was voted to contract with Busfield Oil Co. to install a
thousand (1000) gallon underground tank complete with an
electric pump for the storage of gasoline- for use in all Town
owned equipment only.
The American Flag which draped the casket of John K-night was
presented to the 7bwn by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. W. Ashton
Knight, with the request that it be flown on the Upper Green.
A seasonal license for entertainment, on the Lords Day was
issued to the Beachcomber Restaurant, Plum. Is.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
R pectful1 Sub tted,
ames A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEET.ING 159
June 18, 1968
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, June 18, 1968 at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose
of bringing the classification of Town Officers up to date
according to the provisions of the conflict of interest law.
Present were Selectmen Knight, Lowe , Adams and 'bwn Counsel ,
Lojko.
Selectmen, Town Clerk, Assessor, Assessors Clerk, Auditor,
Treasurer and Cbllector, Highway Surveyor, Board of Public
Welfare, School Committee , Moth Superintendent, Tree Warden,
Police, Gas Inspector, Harbor Master and assistants, and In-
spector of Wires , were classified as regulars. All other Town
officers were classified as specials.
Messrs. Lally, Hicky, Ilanchar.d, Stokes and McFarlane were
appointed Life Cuards for duty at Plum Island for the 1968
season.
A letter was received from Ibnald made complaining of the
condition of Central Street near junction of School Street,
where a truck was mired in soft road last March. It was re-
ferred to Highway Surveyor.
Building Inspector, Caldwell, appeared before the Board to
request a clarification of the status of the Plumbing Inspector.
The Board is now working on the problem and will report at a
later date.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
R pe�ctful Su i tted,
G
mes A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
June 25, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, June 25, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a warrent of �54,074.90 was approved.
Donald Blade appeared before the Board to request that 'more work
be done on Central Street near his home. He was referred to the
Highway Surveyor.
A letter was received from the Newburyport Water Works in regard
to the fluoridation of their water in the future.
The Citizens A.A. of Newburyport, requested permission to hold
a carnival in Phillips ' Parking Lot at Plum Island on July 11 , 12
and 13, and rides only, permit for &nday July 14. Permission
was granted with the provision that all safety safeguards be.
observed. Onthe request for a fireworks display, they were re-
ferred to Fire Chief Pearson and Tire Warden Wile.
A letter complaining about the operation of the Firemen' s Car-
nival held on Upper Green, was received from Raymond E. Mace,
Rear 49 Purchase Street, Newburyport, Mass. with the request
that it be included in the minutes of the meeting.
Permission was granted the Old Newbury Associates to display
their Hand Tub. on the Upper Green on Monday, July 29, in con-
junction with the tour of Old: Houses being sponsored by the
Y.W.C..A.
The Board approved an application to incorporate request , of the
Secretary of State by Edward. Gundal, Newbury Neck Road, and
others as the "Light Liners" , a corporation formed for the pur-
pose of promoting light tackle for angling for striped Bass ,
and to provide suitable prizes or awardsfor catches on lines test-
ing not more than fifteen (15) pounds, and to promote good
sportsmanship.
A pole easement was granted the Mass. Electric Co. on Harvard
Way.
A request for a transfer of $1000.00 from the reserve fund to
truck maintenance was requested of the Iinance Committee.
Arnold W. Collis was appointed Community Welfare representative
to the State Welfare R)ard.
Sunday and Common Victualer' s licenses were issued to :
E. J. Ouellette, DBA Bungalow Market, P.I.
Badger Farm Creameries, Traffic Circle
Fishing tackle , sporting goods and related articles to :
Plum Island Bait Shop, P. I. Blvd.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
R p ctfullvS witted,..
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING � "J
July 9, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, July 9, 1968 at ?: 30 P.M. The minutes of the
previous meeting was read and accepted, and a warrant of !�17,035.56
was approved.
A warrant for the apprehension of all unlicensed dogs with per-
mission tocbstroy or impound under the provisions of Chapter 49A•
of the General Laws was issued by the lbard to be served on the
Dog Officer by a constable.
It was voted to procure a plaque of the Town Seal to be hung on
walls of Town Hall between flags.
Robert 'Sweet appeared before the lb and seeking permission to build
on an undersized lot at ' corner of So. Pond St. , and Morgan Ave.
He. was referred to Board of Appeals.
John Karahalis appeared before the Board with the request that a
letter be sent to Cbuncillor Lane of the Governors Council,
stating that the jurisdiction for approving the sale of land
within the Town to a State Agency had been taken from the Board
by an addition to the General Laws, and therefore , we could
neither approve or disapprove.
Permission was granted the Haveb.ill Gas Company to instali gas
connection .at 66 Hanover St.
Sewage disposal permits were issued to Fenn Motors Inc . , Turn-
pike Rd. Route #1 for two complete systems.
Harris Giles , Veterans Agent , was present to discuss cases where
Town is involved.
Chapter 90 Contracts with the Mass D.P.W. was signed by the Board.
Approval of the Central 'Street bridge .plans by the , Dept. 'of
Natural Resources was received by the Board. .
Permission was granted the Colonial Retriever Field Trial Club ,
the discharge of firearms on Sunday, Sept. 29, 1968 at P.I. _
A non-resident clamming permit issued to Waldo Marshall, 20
Atwood St. , Newburyport, Mass. was suspended for an indefinite
. period for exceeding quantity- allowed for daily digging.
Disposition of the derelict "Rusty" on the beach at Plum Is.
was discussed, and owner will be contacted to clean up debris.
A meeting was called for 7 :30 F1. Tuesday, July 16, 1968 for
the opening of insurance bids before the Selectmen and Finance
Committee.
The meeting was adjourned at 10 :00 P.M.
Re ectful S mitted,
J es A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 16, 1968
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall Tuesday, July 16, 1968 at 7: 30P.M. for the purpose of open-
ing bids for the Hre and Liability Insurance of the Town. Present
were Selectmen Knight, Lowe and Adams. Finance committee members
present were Lunt, Thurlow and Johnston.
Sealed bids were received from A. S. , Page Insurance Agency, and
Wm. T. Humphr.eys Insurance Company, and after comparision and
analysis by a competent member of the Finance Committee, the
Board will decide which so-called package proposal best suits
the needs of the Town as to premium and coverage.
The weekly warrant was checked and approved.
A letter was received requesting the purchase of two lots in the
vicinity of 16th Street for the purpose of constructing a year
round residence. The matter was taken under advisement.
Approval of the purchase of permanent aluminum awnings for Town
hall, was made and same will be installed within one week.
,The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
R s ectfu mitted,
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mes A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 23, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmenwas held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, July23, 1968 at 7:30 P.M. The minutes of the
previous meeting was read and accepted. A weekly warrant of
419,034.60 was approved.
Walter W. Clemens of 65 Main. Street, Groveland, Mass. acompanied
by friends from Plum Island was Tesent to request the approval of
the Board for the sale of two(2) Town owned lots #86 #87 Block
G, for the purpose of constructing a year-round home. The Board,
after considering the narrow right of way and the danger of con-
gestion. mi time of emergency, decided to suspend any sale of lots
until such time as improvements coudl be arranged. However, if it
was decided to sell the before mentioned lots, that Mr. Clemons
should have first refusal to purchase .
A Common Victualers and--a Sunday license was issued to Ernest M.
Richards DBA, a,-yport Bar, Plum. Is. Blvd. 1
Pole locations were granted to Mass . Light and Power Co. on
Highfield Road.
An .appli.cation to store 5000 gallons of heating oil in under-
ground tanks was approved for Fenn Motors Inc . , Turnpike Road,
Route #1, subject to the approval of the Fire Chief.
Bids for the loan of $100,000.00 for four(4) months in antic- .
ipation of, Taxes were received from the following banks :
Merchants National Bank 2.85%
First & Ocean National Bank 3.40%
Arlington Trust Company 3.10%
N. E. Merchants of Boston
The loan was arranged with the Merchants National Bank of
Newburyport at the rate of 2.85%, the lowest bidder.
The meeting adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
August 13, 1968
A regular meeting of the R)ard of Selectmenwas held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 1968 at 7 : 30 P.M. The minutes of the
previous meeting wereread and accepted, and a warrant .of $102,620.42
was approved.
Michael Laspasio of the Mass. S.P.W. presented the blu6prints for
the paving of Northern Blvd. with a limit of 50 feet of hard
surface , the Board felt that 32 feet or more at this location is
more desirable and an effort will be made to make this possible
by the engineers.
Dominic Menesale request.ed per-mission to locate a trailer on his
property at Waysiie Avenue and was cautioned by the lbard as to
the requirements of zoning and' Board of Health.
A disposal permit was issued to Gordon M. Bingham, Sbhool St.
Roger Blanchette was again before the Board to request that
.Tzitson R alty Co. take care of the drainage problem at rear
of proper�y as promised for last two years.
- Harris Giles was present to discuss veterans services .
A letter was received from Mayor Mathews informing the R)and
of intention of the City to charge $500.00 per year for use of
lockup and communicgtions facilities. It was voted that Chair-
man Knight take up the matter with the Mayor.
Robert Ryan of 36 Prospect St. , Gloucester, appeared before the
Board to apply for the purchase of lots 64 &E5 in Block G.
on Plum Island, but was informed by the Board that all sales of
lots were suspended until further notice.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
Res e tfull Sub tted,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 7
August _ 20, 1968
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall Aug. 20, 1968 at 7:30 P.M.
Present at the meeting were Messrs. Bixby and Pizzaro of the
Mass. D.P.W. who gave the Board a preview of plans for the elim-
ination of a traffic hazard at the junction of Middle and Hanover
Streets and 1bute #1 and set a date for a public hearing to be
held in Town Hall in September.
Norman Wells , Fairview AV-e. , was drawn as a traverse juror for
duty at Lawrence on Sept. 16, 1968.
.A pole location was. granted the Mass. Electric Co. on Newbury-
port Turnpike #20/37.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
Respectfully S bmit ed.,
Ja Xes . Lowe, Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
August .2;%, 1968
A regular meeting of the R)ard of Selectmen was held in 7bwn
Hall on Tuesday August 27, 1968 at 7:30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted, and
a warrant of $2,872.09 was approved.
Common Victualer and &nday licenses were issued to Kenneth Knowles.
Permission was granted the Haverhill Gas Company to excavate on
Main Street and Chute load to install four(4) inch Gas Mains,
also permission to install a service on Parker Street for Donald
Manson.
The comptometer which has been on trial in the assessors and
treasurers ' offices, was demonst-rated to the Board, and at their
request is left for further trial before a decision is made to
purchase.
Mr. Blanchette was again before the Board to ascertain what has
been done in regard to the Titzon Construction Co. drainage
problem on School Street.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Walker appeared before the Board to complain
about the condition of Academy- Park Streets . They were informed
by the Board that Chapter 81 Maintenance funds were all spent for
this year and there were no other funds available.
The new Town Seal plaque , which was ordered by the Board, is now
hung in Hall and presents an attractive appearance.
The ,meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M-.
Re c fully ubm' ted,
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Ja es A. Lowe, Sec .
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SELECTMEN.'S MEETING 17 5:11..
September 10, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of _l9,986.24 was approved.
Highway Surveyor. Burns appeared before the Board to ascertain
what easements were necessary to proceed with the .widening
process of the Chapter 90 Construction project on Northern, Blvd.
Plum Island.
Sealed bids were opened at 8:00 P.M. as advertised for the
purchase of a skid sander for use by the Highway Department. The
bidders were :
C. N. Mood Co. $2,727.00
E. J. Bleiler Equip. Gb. 2,162.50
Casey & Dupuis 2,127.00
Davis Tractor Co . 2,341.00
Dyer Sales & Machinery Co. 2012.00
Anderson Engineering Co . 2,780.00
The bids were held for further study before awarding contract.
Two Oak Grove residents , James Shaw and Charles Dondero , appeared
before the Board seeking information regarding the completion of
the turn around at the end of Oak Terrace. They were informed
that a bond was being held by the Panning Board which had been
posted by the contractor as a guarantee that the circle would be
completed, but as this had been hanging for six(6) or eight(8)
years , it was now doubtful if the amount being held was sufficient
to do the job.
A Mrs. Edwards requested a permit for a dairy store in .a residen-
tial zoned area on Plum Island - she was referred to the Board
of Appeals.
Mr. Tsiros would like to build on JZ of a lot owned by Clarence
Fortin on Dartmouth Way. He was referred to Board of Appeals.
Mr. Blanchette was again before the Board to check on what
progress was being made with Tzitson Realty Co. on his drainage
problem.
Harris Giles was present to discuss several Veteran' s cases with
the Board.
A sewage disposal permit was granted to Samuel H. Smith at
251 High Road.
It was voted to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages on Tues. ,
Sept. 17, 1968, Primary Day.
Pole locations were granted the Mass. Electric Co. on Parker
and Orchard Streets and Middle Road.
A check for $100.000 was received from Mr. and Mrs. Richard S.
Johnson as partial payment for six(6) acres of salt marsh being
purchased by them from the T)wn.
The meeting was adjourned at 10. 30 P.M.
:ames
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 17
September 24, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 1968 at 7:30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
warrant of $54,386.20 was approved.
Mr. & Mrs . Samuel D. Ruggiero of Wayland, who Yiave . reGently
purchaser: property on Northern Flvd, were present to seek infor-
mation regarding the widening of the street, and what effedt it
would have on their property lines as previously established.
They were assured that no land taking was contemplated on this
project, and that the rights of all abutters would be .respected.
R. S. McHale of the School Gbmmittee was present to ascertain if
the Board of Selectmen were of the mind to approve the bonding
of the Ghittier Vocational as voted by the Town Meeting last
March.
Arthur S. Johnson was present to request the Board to post Main
Street for a speed limit of 30 miles per hour which was approved
by the Board and (hief Platt was ordered to order the signs to be
posted.
Mrs . Nettie L. Edwards requests a hearing for a special permit
- to. conduct a milk store on Plum Is. Blvd. under the provisions
of Sec . 4A3 of the Zoning By-Law. Such a hearing has been posted
for Oct. 22, 1968 at 8:00 P.H.
It was voted that 24 rolls of snow fence at $15.7,5 per roll , be
delivered to the Town Barn by Knight Grain Co. for use at Plum
Island.
Permission was granted the Mass. Electric Co. for a pole location
at Rolfes Lane,
The Board has received from the Architects of the Triton Regional
School, maps and diagrams of the proposed filling of wetlands at
the Whitney site and the request for a• hearing as required by
statute.
It was voted to award the bid for new skid sander to Casey and
Dupuis, 340 Pleasant Street , Watertown, Mass. , the lowest . qualified
bidder.
Permission to excavate at 8 Main Street to install' a service was
granted the Haverhill Gas Cbmpany:-;
The package insurance contract was awarded to Arthur S. Page
Insurance. Co. ; they being the low bidder.
It was voted to support the vote of the Town Meeting in regard
to the bonding of Whittier Regional Vocational School.
It was voted to grant Protection #2 Ladies Auxiliary, permission
to conduct a rummage sale on Upper Green, Oct. 12, 1968.
The meeting was adjourned at 11 :00 P.M.
R s ectfully dub tted,.
ames A. Lowe, Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING IT v
October 8, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 81 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $21,642.03 was approved.
Mrs . Nettie Edwards has cancelled a hearing to be held in her
behalf on _Oct. 22, and it will be set at a later date , agreeable ,
to the Board and her attorney.
A request for a transfer of funds from, the Reserve Fund to the
following accounts were signed by the Board:
Town Hall Maintenance 500.00
Truck Maintenance 600.0.0
Veteran' s Services 1500.00
Newburyport Library 168.50
Paul Tzitson was present to discuss a drainage problem at School
and Central Streets with the Board and Mr. ' Blanchette. After
some discussion, Mr. Tzitson agreed to correct the condition
before Dec : 1st. , 1968.
It was voted to carpet the entrance to` Town Hall, and to
contact Warrens to do the job.
Permission was granted Haverhill Gas Co. to excavate at 4-Chute
St. to install a service.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 15 P.M.
(11 es ectfully Sub i'tted,
Yames )A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 81
October 15, 1968
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 1968 at 7:30 Pill.
It was decided to start the construction of the Central Street
bridge or' culvert, and it was also decided to employ Robert A.
Bashaw', Jr. as General Superintendent and Clerk of the work and
that the Highway Surveyor co-operate by supplying labor and
materials as requested.
It is expected that the work will start the week of the 21st
of October.
The 'Board of Fire Fngineers has notified the Board of Selectmen
that David Stickney has been employed to erect a platform to
hold the Fire Siren..
The meeting- was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
pectful Su fitted,
ames A. Lowe, Sec. '
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 ..
October 22, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Toren Hall
on Tuesday, October 22, 1968 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $23,751.28 was approved.
Haverhill Gas Co. was given permission to excavate on Fiverview
Drive to install a service.
A. delegation of fifty(50) residents of Plain and Central Sts .
with l?Lchard L. Purinton as . spoke:sman, appeared before the Board
with a petition containing 150 names-protesting the use of Main
and Central Streets by sand and gravel trucks which he contended
constitutes a safety hazard and public nuisance which could be
best controlled by establishing a five (5) ton load limit on these
roads as provided for in Chapter 90, Section 18 of the General
Laws .
Vincent Gould of the Georgetown %nd and Gravel Company was
present to present the Company;s side of the controversy, stating
that .the company paid the Town of Newbury, $3856.76 this year in
taxes , and that they were willing to co-operate in any way possible .
After listening to all who wished to speak on the matter, the
group was assured by the Board that the State D.P.W. would be
contacted at once, and that all that was possibe to accomplish in
a legal manner would be done.
Chier Platt appeared before the Board and requested a radar for
use in the control of speeders, and although it was well received,
at least by the audience, no funds- are available for such use.
The Board talked with the Highway Surveyor in regard to the use
of the Highway Barn for private vehicles , and recommended that
Town Equipment, only, be housed there.
The meeting was adjourned at .10:45 P.M.
!es 4eful
ly ub "tted,
m .s A Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMENI S MEETING ^� '
November 12, 1968
A regular meeting, of the lb and of Selectmen was held in Town -
Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the. previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $10,284.35 was approved.
A pole location was granted the Hass. Electric Co. on Rt. -//l at
the Fenn Motor Company.
The following amounts were requested transfered from the Reserve
Fund:: -
Town Mall Maintenance 500.00
Insurance 2268.78
Town Garage Maintenance 100.00-
Truck Maintenance 500.00
Highways , Bridges & Sidewalks 200.00
A hearing was held on the request of the Triton Regional School to
fill certain wetlands in the course of constructing the new school. .
This Hatter was taken under advisement.
Leonard Woodman speaking for Church 'Street residents, wished to
have permission to dump rubble in a meadow on Church Street. Be-
cause . of the location, he was referred to the Department of Natural
Resources as the Board felt that the Wetlands Act was involved.
Sewage disposal permits were issued to :
Donald Manson, 27. Parker St.
Philip Robichaud, Lot /'/8, Pauls Ave.
Permission was granted the ,Haverhill Gas Co . to excavate at
24-26 Riverview Drive to install services .
Armand Doherty requested permission to sell used cars on a
Class 2 license at Fenton's Esso Station at Plum Island Blvd.
and Old Point Rd. A public hearing will be scheduled.-
Mr. & Mrs. Purinton were present to pursue the project st meted
by their group in regard to trucks on Main greet at the last
regular meeting.
Building Inspector Caldwell , reported that there were permits
for nine additions granted in October for a total value of
$23 ,350.00.
It was voted that all ia.ight parking would be banned on all
Newbury 'streets from Ihcember 1, 1968 to April 1, 1969.
The meeting was adjourned at 10 :30 P.M.
Re 4ectfully bmi ed,
c
J es A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 18 ,.
November. 19, 1968
A public hearing was held in 'Ibwn Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 1968
at 8:00 P.M. on the petition of Charles F. and Nettie R. Edwards
for a special permit t_o conduct a Milk and Dairy Store in a
building owned by them on Plum Island Blvd. , Newbury, in an area
zoned Agriculture- residential.
Atty. Espovich, represented the petitioners and spoke in their
behalf for the proposed seasonal business .
Atty. James P. Reardon representedHayden Collins who was opposed
to the granting of a permit because of parking problems , and
alsohaving to share a meagre business with cut-price competition.
Char-bs .Bashaw representing the Planning Board, wished to be
recorded as opposed to the granting of a permit. •
David S. Caldwell , Building inspecotr, spoke in opposition and
stated that the case in no way met the qualifications of a
special permit.
Also recorded as opposed were : John McDonali, Gene Palumbo ,
Fed Ghitely, Richard Whitely, Clinton H. Elliott, Raymond
Moulton and Kay Moulton.
Two letters were received in opposition from Mrs. Wm. C. Webster
and Maurice F. Lawler.
The matter was taken under adisement by the Board.' Later in
the evening, the bard unanimously rejected the application on
the grounds that it did not represent a need not otherwise being
supplied in the area.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING '
November 26, 1968
A regular meeting" of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1968 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The minutes of the prev-ous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $90,578.80 was approved.
Philip Robichaud wished to change a disposal permit granted the
previous week for Lot #18 on Pauls Ave. to Lot #17 on the same
street. It was granted by the Board.
Pole locations was granted the Mass. Electric Co. one on
Hanover Street and another on Scotland Road.
Charles Savage appeared before the Board with a proposal to
rent a front end loader and backhoe to the Town from Dec . 15,. 1968
to March 141, 1969 for $1500.99 or $500.00 per month; this equip-
went to be ready .at all times for whatever use the 7bwn should need.
Although the R)ard was in agreement as to the usefulness of this
equipment, the actual decision rests in the hands of the Highway
Surveyor.
John ilackwell, owner of the Old Chipman Mine Property, off
Scotland Road, appeared before the Hard seeking their blessing
on a proposal to re-zone the Scotland Road area to industry.
Mr. .Blackwell was fully aware of the steps to be taken to
accomplish such a change, and this overture appears to be a
move .to 'test public opinion.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
R spectfully ubm' ted,
Xme'sA. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
December 10, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, De. 10, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $26,866,88 was approved.
Mrs . David 'Yesair of Newbury and Mrs. William Welch of Newbury-
port' who are representing the Welcome Wagon in this community,
requested the Board of Selectmen to supply them with a letter
of welcome from the Board to be delivered to new residents. It
was the opinion of the Board that such a worthwhile effort should
be well supported, and a letter will be supplied.
Judith Condon requested a permit to sell milk at her liquor store
on Plum Island Blvd. It was explained to her that such a permit
would constitute an extension of a non-conforming use, and under
our zoning by-law it was illegal.
On the. hearing which was posted for 8:00 P.M. for Armand J.
Doherty to sell used cars at Fenton' s Esso Station, Mr. Doherty
was unable to attend due to sickness , and was well represented
by Fred Terranova who was recorded as in favor. There were no
objectors and the case was taken under advisement.
Robert Colby, Tree Warden, appeared before the Board to complain
about not being able to get control of the chain saws owned by
the Town. He was told that this equipment was for use by the
Tree Warden, and that any other department wishing to use it
should borrow it from him.
Three pole locations were granted the Mass. Elec. Co. on Old
Point Road.
Wine and Malt liquor licenses were issued to liied ' s Package
Store , and Hayden Collins . All Alcoholic to Cuilford' s Package
Store , Corner Cupboard and the Beachcomber.
Arthur E. Knight was drawn as a traverse juror for. Jan 13, 1969
at Salem, Mass .
The next meeting date was changed. to Mon. Dec . 23, - Tuesday
being thenight before Christmas: .
The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 50 P.M.
RE"ctfully ` bmi ed,
J es A. Lowe , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING � �' December 23, 1968
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall or.. Manday, December 23 , 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $9,132.70 was approved.
A special permit (Class 2) to sell used cars at Fenton' , Esso
Station was granted Armand J. Doherty under the following
conditions; that it will not detract from the general appearance
of the neighborhood, and that not more than five vehicles be
displayed. on the premises at one time.
The Board of Fire Engineers was on hand to request that six
hundred. (600) feet of one-inch booster hose be purchased for
use by both companies . The Board approved of the request.
Meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
R e tfully ubm' tea,
J es A. Lowe , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING Jr
December 30, 1968
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held before the
Special Town Meeting on Monday, Ibc . 30, 1968 at 7: 30 P.M.
A waste disposal permit was issued to Elizabeth Cipriani , Lot
#16, Oak Park.
A weekly warrant of 1$18,557,51 was approved.
The following amounts from unexpended balances were transferred
to the following. accounts ;
Insurance u 726.00
Police 400.00
Truck Maintenance 1200.00
Snow Removal 2741.64 ,
The amount of 329.00 will be transferred from the Reserve Fund
to Gas Inspector' s Expense.
e pectful �-ub . ' tted,
ames A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING . 1 7
Januray 14, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 7bwn
Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a "weekly warrant of 420, 169.70 was approved.
An application for appointment as life guard at Plum Island for
the coming season, was" received from Iuce Stott, Plum Is. Blvd.
It was filed for future reference.
A letter was received from Beit and Well , Attorneys at Law, in
behalf of Judith Cbndon who requests a license to sell milk at
Guild.ord ' s Package Store.
Thirty townspeople were present to complainab out ,the condition
of the streets ; especially the detours - made necessary by the
construction of the Central Street bridge , and also the
criticize the judgment of Town Officials in starting construction
at this time of year. It was quite evident that none of the
group was fully aware of all the facts involved in handling
such a project , especially in�,.dealing with State Agencies.
Highway Surveyor, Burns , was called into answer for the con-.
dition of the streets ,and Chairman Knight explained the bridge
problem.
Dr. Trainor was on hand to request a special Town Meeting to
approve the Triton Regional &,hools Bonding. It , was set for
Thursday, Feb. 6, 1969 at 8:00 P.M.
The meeting was adjourned at' 11 :00 P.M.
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING 199
January 28, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn
Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 28,' 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meetings were read and accepted,
and a weekly warrant of $26,749.00 was approved. .
Pole- -.locations were granted the Mass. Electric Co. on Northern
Blvd., Plum Island.
Two traverse jurors were drawn for duty at Salad Mass. -
beginning March 3rd and 4th, 1969. They were Allen T. Riggles
who was drawn by. Selectman Knight, and Benjamin Pearson, Jr.
drawn by Selectman Adams.
James. C. Smith of. Bayview Lane, appeared before the Board to
complain of a drainage problem at the foot of his street. He
was advised to take the matter up with the Highway Surveyor.
A letter was received from William P. Hickey., 49th St. , Plum
Island,. requesting an appointment as life guard for the coming
season. It was filed for future reference. ,
A notice was received from the R)ard of Plumbing Examiners
that on Jan. 22, 1969, Richard B. Baker was made. a ."Master
Plumber.
Daniel A. Brown was named to fill the unexpired term of Ralph
Webb on the Finance Committee.
Kent Rock Post Ladies Auxilliary was granted permission to sell
poppies on Election Day.
A warrant was signed by the Board for the Special Town Meeting
on Thursday, Feb. 6, 1969 for purpose of Bonding Triton School.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
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SELEC THEN'S MEETING 201,
February 11, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Feb. 11 , 1969 at 7::30, P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $21,873.63 was approved.
Notice of theoperating budget of the 'vhitti.er Vocational School
was received with Newburys ' share for this year at 4.9°o or
$2549.711 -
A request for appointment as life guard at Plum Island .for the
coming season was received from Linda Schmauss , 1315 Woodland
Drive, Monroeville, Pa. A photograph was inclosed along with .a
resume of qualification. . It was filed for future reference.
After discussing the budget and some of the articles to be
included in the warrant for the A.nual Town Meeting, the meeting
was adjourned at 10:00 P.M. ,
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tted,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 0,
February 25, .1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Zwn
Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of22,013.64 was approved.
Licenses were issued to :
Trunk of Junk, So . Blvd, , Plum Is.
The Niddy Niddy Shop,. 62 Hanover St.
The Old. Chriosity Ship, 313 High Rd.
to buy and sell antiques , and second-hand articles and to the
Longfellow Hill Beauty 'Salon.
Pole locations were granted to the Mass. Electric Co. on Middle. Rd.
It was voted to set the recommendations for the hourly rate of
pay for Town employees at $62.30 for the easy figuring of fractions
of hours.
William Doherty, No. Blvd. , 13.I. reported damage to his 1968
Dodge Sedan while parked on Dartmouth Way by the Townowned
1967 (hevr.olet; Sander.
At 8:00 P.M. bids were opened as advertised to supply the Town
with 3700 tons more or less of:
. 1. Type l Bituminous Concrete applied and rolled in place on
roads in Newbury,
2. 225 tons more or less of Bituminous Concrete (sidewalk
mix) applied and rolled in place on a sidewalk in Newbury.
3. 4300 feet of Bituminous Concrete berm applied in place
in Newbury. The bidders were:
Trimount 8.69 17.24 382
.Merrimack Paving 8.45 16.45 - .70
Essex Bituminous 8.62 18.50 -75
The contract was awarded to Merrimack Paving the lowest bidder
on all three items.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 30 P.M.
Ie tfully Sub/9Ltted,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 20
March 11.,, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Plarch 11, 1969 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of �36,-562.71 was approved.
The following licenses were renewed:.
June ' s Beauty Shop - 13 Rolfes Lane
Treasure Barn - 124 High Eo ad.
Bobs ' Barber - Siop - 11 Hanover St.
Dave ' s Barber 3iop - corner T•lain & Central St.
Also approved where the applications of Susan Waterman and '
Suan .York who request permission from the Secretary of the
Commonwealth-- to incorporate under the name of International
Horsement Assn. Inc . and R ginald Gallant and Storer P.
Humphreys seek permission Po incorporate as Massachusetts North
Shore Health' Pjanning Council.
Moderator Collis was present to go over the warrant with the
Board before Town Meeting. Highway Surveyor Burns was present
and supplied the Board with a list of people who received
gasoline from the supply at Town Garage during the recent storm;
as follows :
D&B Construction 80 gallons
Howard Ricker 50 "
William A. Burns 100 "
Air Plum Island. 76 "
Robert Abbott . 20 "
Protection Fire Cb. #2 24� "
Ray Lemieux 16
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
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SELECTMEN 'S MEETING 207
March 25 , 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Seldetinen was held in T)wn
Hall on Ti.esday, March 25, 1969, at 7: 30 P.M.
Before organizing, Selectman Knight asked for the privilege
of serving one more year as `Chairman, as there was several things
left undone that he wished to accomplish before stepping down..
The Board was then organized, the same as last year:
Chairman - Richard H. Knight
Secretary - James A Lowe
Member - Alan I . Adams
Common Victualers Licenses were issued to :
Paul Haley, Mobile Lunch, 14 Horton 'St. , Newburyport, Mass.
Thunderhead Bar, Plum Island
The resignation of Henry J. Becker as a member of the lbard of
Fire Engineers was accepted with regret.
A weekly warrant of, $44,319.62 was approved.
Joseph Haydock, Chairman of the Board of Registrars, appeared
at the request of the R)ard to recommend some changes in the
keeping of records, and the availability of the records to the
Board at all times.
The appointments were then made, and same is attached to ray
report.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.I1.
R sp tfully S bm' ted,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April B, 1969
A regular meeting of the Ibard of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, April 8, 1969 at 7L30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting .was accepted and a weekly
warrant of $29,677.50 was approved.
Richard Capalupo representing the contractor at the Triton School
site, appeared before the lbard requesting permission to open
a trend across School Street for the purpose of making a water
connection. It was granted under conditions set by the Board.
Louis E. Guerrett , 6 Central Street, was appointed a special
policeman for duty at the Byfield School, at the request of the
School Committee.
Applications for the position of Life Guard at Plum Island for
the coming season were received from: .
Dan Ayers -Park Circle, Newburyport
Joseph E. Stone 3rd - Hanover St. , Newbury
Robert Walton was before the Board to check up on the finishing
of the Honor Roll. He was given full responsibility of arrang-
ing for the completion of the project by the Bard.
The meeting was adjournedat 9: 30 P.M:.
R s ectful au tted, .
J es A. Lowe
SELECTMEN' S MEETING 2 1
April 22, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Zbwn
Hall on Tuesday, April 22, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M. The minutes of
the previous meeting was read and accepted and a weekly warrant
ofa23,057.40 was approved.
A letter was received from Mario Buzzotta, 70 Northern Blvd. ,
Plum Island, complaining of damage to the asphalt in front of his
cottage.
At 8:00 P.M. a public hearing was held as adverised on March 28ib
and. April 12, 1969, on the application of Arthur Bulgaris DBA,
Art ' s Package Store , to change from a wine and malt beverage
license to all alcholics. Mr. Bulgaris stated that he had operated
his business since 1955, according to the law, and had never been
complained of. Bernard Gould, Attorney at law, spoke against
granting the licnese on the grounds that it would devalutate
'the Karahalis. property, and also cast some doubt as to whether
the change was legal according to our zoning by-law. Attorney
Gould and. Mr. & Mrs. Karahalis were recorded as opposed.
Arthur 141garis was alone in favor.
Cub Pack _#44, B.S .A. , requests the use of the upper green for a
Ibt Show on May 3.
Ladies Auxilliary, Protection #2, requests use of the green for
May 18, 1969.
Common Victualers licenses were issued to :
Town & .Country Store, Main St.
Mary' s Lunch & Grocery, P.I .
Gifts , antiques.. and second-hand articles :
Henry S. Derocki , 178 High Rd.
Misplaced Yankee Shop, Orchard St.
Frozenn desserts :
Mary' s Lunch & Grocery, P.I .
Town & Country Store, Plain St.
Bait, fishing tackle , sporting goods and related articles :
Kay & Ray Moulton, P.I.
A waste disposal permit was granted Allen P. Rogers for parcel
B. , Moody Street.
-The meeting was adjourned at, 10 :00 P.M.
pectfully "ubm' ted,
c G'�lti`��
mes A. Lowe
SELECTMEN`S MEETING c7°
May 6, 1969.
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen -was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, May 6, 1969 at 7: 30 : .M.
Permission was granted the Haverhill Gas Co . to open the road
at 33 Parker Street, to install a gas service.
Applications for the position of life guard at Plum Island were .
received from Richard Cole, 108 High St, Newburyport and John
Stoke , Plum Is .
At the request of Tree Warden Colby, it was agreed that _the
Board request the transfer of �300.00 from the Reserve Fund to
Dutch Elm to finish work already started and left in an unsightly
condition.
At therequest of William A. Burns , who contracts the rubbish
collection at Plum Island -from Play until October , an added �5.00
per day for 52 days of. collections bringing the rate up to $90.00
per day or $4,680.00 for the season, and was agreed by the R)ard.
It. was also decided by the Bard that the mowing of the parks
and cemeteries would be taken care of by the Tree Warden, Robert
,Colt', and that use of the four-wheel drive pick-up for conveying
equipment would be at his disposal.
The bids for the supplying of a loan of $D75,000.06 to the T)wn
of Newbury for 180 days in anticipation of taxes, were opened
at 8:00 P.M. and were as follows :
New England Merchants Nat ' l Bank of Boston, 4.25%
Northeast Nat ' l Bank of Amesbury 4.40% discounted
First & Ocean Nat ' l Bank of Newburyport 3.96io
Merchants Nat 'l Bank of Newburyport 4.19%
Arlington Trust Co. of Newburyport Branch 3.75% discounted
Arlington Trust Company the lowest bidder will supply the loan.
The meeting was adjourned at 8: 30 P.M. , two members of the Board
to attend other meeting s
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 1 5
May 13, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, May 13 , 1969 at 7:30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $8,384.86 was approved.
A request for a transfer of funds from the Reserve Fund to the
following accounts were requested of the Finance Committee by
the Board:
Tree Warden 300.00
Highways -B&S 500.00
Interest 1406.2.5
R. A. Bashaw was granted a sewage disposal permit for Lot #33
Parker St. Installation- must comply withattached plan.
It was decided by the Board that before a building permit can
be issued by the Building Inspector, he must be shown a sewage
permit issued to said lot.
Mickey Villane requested a permit to extend his hours of op-
eration from 12:00 to 1 :00 P.M. Sundays and open at 12:00 noon
instead of 1:00 P.M. on Sunday. - It was granted by the Board.
The Board denied the application of Arthur &lgaris for a
seasonal all alcoholic license onthe advice of Town Counsel.
A sewage disposal permit was granted to Jonathan Wells at
Middle Street.
A letter was received from Mr.s John Henry, Middle Rd. , in
regard to Haart Worms in dogs . It was filed for future reference.
Fifteen residents of Main Street were present .to complain of
traffic conditions on that street as the result of an accident,
involving a small child, some days before.
Chief Platt was present to answer questions put to him by the
Board, and also the towns-people present.
It was the opinion of most of the townspeople , and the Chief,
that the answer to the control of speed was the use of radar.
It was stated by the Board that there were no funds available
for capitol outlays without a vote of town meeting, or the
transfer of funds by the Finance (a)mmittee.
The .matter will again be discussed at the next regular meeting.
It was voted by the Board to request the Registry of Motor
Vehicles to check traffic conditions on Main Street, and a
request was mailed at once.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
#eppectful S mitted,
ames A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING • 21 T'4
-May 27, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board. of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, May 27, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and a weekly warrant
of 7,186.45 _was approved.
A resident of Oak Terrace appeared before the Board to ask that
the bond which has been held in escrow by the ]:'lanning Board, be
used for its intended purpose of finishing the turn-around on
that street.
The following applicants for the position of life guard were
appointed for this season:
Charles Bashaw, Jr. Kevin Nelson
Tom Lally William Hickey
John Stokes` Joseph Stone
all Newbury residents.
The finance Committed met with the I and and after some dis-
cussion, which included remarks from Chief Platt, agreed to
transfer the required amount of money from the Reserve Find to
purchase a Radar Set for the Police Dept. with the understanding
that full reimbursement will be received from the Federal Govern-
ment.
After discussing the feasibility of continuing the lease purchase
arrangement with Rosecrantz Tractor Company on the Deisel Front
.end Loader and Trailer with Highway Surveyor Little , it was
agreed by Selectmen Lowe and Adams that it would 'be much too big
a drain on Board of Health Funds without assurance of Highway
work, consequently, it would have to be discontinued.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M. '
R ppectfu S mitted,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 219 `
June 10, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn
Hall on Tuesday, June 10, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes, of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $10,154.97 was approved.
Waste disposal permits were granted to Anthony Wawro on Elm St. ,
and Leonard. Dobson at Block #93 , P.I .
Permission was granted to Leonard Dobson to gravel the first way
south of Huchins Way at own expense and peril.
Permission was granted to the %nday School for use of Martha
Pearson Playground for a picnic on Saturday, June 14, 1969.
Use of Upper Green was requested by the Lions Qub and two (2)
Fire Companies in• a joint effort in conducting a field day on July
.26, 1969. It was granted by the Board.
It was the unanimour vote of the Board to return the front-end
loader to Rosecrantz Tractor Company.
Use of Byfield Town Hall was granted the Girl Scouts on 4bd.
June 11 and Wed. June 18.
A request for a transfer. of $20,000.00' to the B&S Account was
sent to the Finance Committee as the Central Street bridge account
was again out of funds.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P..,M.
Re eectfully Sub tted,
mes A. Lowe, 'Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
June 24, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, June 24, 1969 at 7 : 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous .meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of629,125.71 was approved.
The Newbury Garden Club requested use of the Upper Green on
Sept. 6, 1969 for a food sale, proceeds to be used to purchase
..a living Christmas tree to be planted on Green at a later date.
Frederick Celli , investigator for the State Board of Plumbing,
Examiners, .was before the Board to explain the proper steps to
.be observed in the appointmentof a plumbing Inspector.
The Kiwanis Club requests the use of Upper Green on August, 16,
1%9 for its annual auction.
James Wile was reappointed Town Forester - this office expires
annually in. June.
Nicholas Ivone was before the Board to complain about a burned-
out house on Central Street . Hewas referred to the Building
Inspector.
Richard J. Boudreau wasissued a waste disposal permit on
Moody Street.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00. P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 22 .
June 8, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, June 8, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted, and
a weekly warrant of $65-24.51 was approved.
Richard Baker, Plumbing Inspector, was present to request that
the 'Board appoint an assistant inspector to approve work done
by the Plumbing Inspector. It was decided to appoint the Rowley
-Inspector as an assistant, provided that he was willing to accept.
Joint pole locations were granted the Mass. Elec . Co. , and the
New England Tel. & Tel. Company, involving B locations on
Rt. #1, Hanover- St. , and Middle Rd.
A first class Dealers .License (Automobile) was granted to
Frank Insero at Turnpike, Rt. #1, and August 12th was set as the
date for a hearing on his application to store 10,000 gallons
.of gasoline underground at the same location.
Charles Newton and Richard Brindle DBA, Bo=March, Inc . , successor
to Kezers Boat Livery, requested permission to erect and maintain
,.,an information booth at Newbury end of Airport on Plum Island
Blvd. Decision was taken under adivsement to allow for others
in the same business to ,participate in the effort.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Re ectfully % br ted,
J es A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 2 5
June 15, 1969
A special meeting of the Board of Selectman was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, June 15, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M. -
Bids were opened at 7 : 30 P..;M. as advertised and two bids were
received to supply a loan of $100,000 for 180 days in anticipation
of taxes, They were:
Arlington. Trust 6.28%
Merchants National Bank 5.49/
A weekly warrant of � 21,973.26 was approved.
A letter and results of traffic count together with maps showing
suggested alternate route to be used by graveltrucks, was sent
to Mass. Dept. of Public Works Office at Danvers , attention of
Jacob Berkover, I$strict Engineer.
Ths information was requested b.- that office before any action
could betaken in regulating traffic condi-dons on Main Street.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00, P.I11.
e ectful y Su fitted,
ames A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN".S MEETING 227,
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July 22, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, July 22, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of two previous meetings was read and accepted an
a weekly warrant of 1b6,046.36 was approved.
John A. lbsch of 120 High Rd. , and Richard Fournier of South
Street were issued waste disposal permits .
Pole locations were granted Mass. Electric . Co. and New England
Tel & Tel at Hanover and Middle Rd. (3 locations. )
Charles A. Leavitt , Plumbing Inspector for the 'bwn of Rowley
was appointed assistant Plumbing Insp:edtor for Newbury by
unani.mous. vote of the Board.
August 23rd has been reserved as an alternate date for the.
Kiwanis Auction on the green incase it rains on the 16tn.
The following amounts have been requested by the Board to be
transferred by the Finance Committee form the Reserve Fund to
the following accounts :
Tree Warden 500.00
Veterans ' Services 1000.00
Parks 100.00
Cemeteries 300.00
Interest 2745.00
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 15 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 29 .
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August 5, 1969
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall of Tuesday August 5, 1969 at 7:30 P.M.
Police Chief James E. Platt informed the' Board that he wished to
resign effective Ai.gust' 9th for personal masons, which was ac-
cepted by them with regrets.
Officer George Emerson was called into the meeting at which time
he stated that although, he had neither the desire or the avail-
able time to handle the job as (hief, he would be willing to over-
see the assignments and paper work of the department for the
necessary time taken to appoint a new chief.
A weekly warrant of $10,063.OL�, was approved.
A sewage disposal permit was issued to Mustapha Trod at Marsh Ave.
The Colonial Retrievers Field Trial Club was granted permission
to discharge firearms at Plum Island on Sunday, Oct. 5, 1969.
The Mass. Electric Co . and the New Eng. Tel. & Tel. were granted
nine (9) joint pole locations on Newburyport Turnpike.
The meeting was adjourned at, 9: 30 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 234 ,
August 12, 1969
A regular meeting of the Ubard of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on 'hesday, August 12, 1969 at 7: 30 P.H.
The minutes of two previous meetings was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant' of $20,169.23 was approved.
Waste disposal permits were issued to Circle Finishing Co. at
Traffic Circle , Dan E. Edgerton at Longbrook and Coleman Roads
and Walton Bros. at 50 Green St.
At 8:00 P.M. a hearing was held on the application of Frank
Insero to store 10,000 gallons of gasoline underground at Rt. /#1
There being no one appearing in opposition, the matter was taken
under advisement, and was later unanimously approved by the
Board.
George Emerson was appointed temporary acting Chief of Police
and Acting Agent of the Board of Health.
A resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals , was received from
Edgar D. Dinning, whichwas accepted with regret , and Lawrence
C . Brown was appointed as a regular member of the Board to fill
the vacancy. Donald R. Manson was appointed an associate member
in place of Brown.
Richard A. Johnson, Greentree Lane, So. BJfield, requested a
recommendation for an act of incorporation as the "Boston Study
Group Foundation Inc . "
At this meeting, three applicants for the position of (hief
of Police were interviewed.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
Re p ctfully ubm• ed,
J es A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING
August 25, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on Monday, Aug. 25, 1969 at 7: 30 P.PT: '
The minjtes of the previous meeting was read and .accepted and
the weekly warrant was approved.
Waste disposal permits were issued to :
Leighton. Johnson at Middle H.d
Anastasia,N. at -Lot #122, Block G. , P.I .
D. Anastasia at Lot ##123, Block G. , P.I '
Stewarts Septic Tank Service at 3 Graham Ave.
Nine pole locationswere granted to the Mass. Electric Co. on
Turnpike, Rt. #1
Haverhill Gas Co. was granted permission toexcavate at 28 Green
St. , and at Little Lane, to install services.
Six applicants for the position of the Chief of Police were
interviewed and .their resumes will be filed for possible future
reference.
The motion to appoint Daniel M., Orfant as Chief of Police at
this meeting was made by Selectman Lowe , seconded by Selectman
Adams and made unanimous by Chairman Knight.
It was the vote of the Board to meet with the newly appointed
Chief on Sept. 2nd to discuss budget problems and also to effect
an orderly turnover of authority from acting Chief George Emerson.
The Central Street bridge completion was discussed, and itwas
left in the hands of Selectman Adams to try and engage Philip
Knapp with the assistance of Cedric Little to finish the nec-
essary form work to complete the sidewalks.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 c)
September 9, 1969
A regular meeting of the R)ard of Selectmen was held in 'Ibwn
Hall on Tiesday, Sept. 9, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $21,909.02 was approved.
It was voted to require the installation of leaching beds in
preference to perforated dry wells or overflows: as previously
recommended at all locations at Plum Island.
The following transfers were requested from the Finance Committee
to the following accounts : ,
Election Registration 500.00
Highway, B&S 1000.00
Veterans ' Services 1000.00
Parks 75.00
Cemeteries 50.00
Pole locations were granted the Mass. Electric Co. on T°Ziddle Rd.
and Elm %reet.
It was voted to set a fee of $5.00 for the issuance of a Peddlers '
License. _
The yearly contract with the Newburyport Health Center was signed.
It was the consensus of opinion of the Board, Chief of Police and
Building Inspector, that the vacant house on West Street, now
being used as a hangout for teenagers should be condemned as
a safety hazard.
William L. Plante, Jr. was drawn as a traverse juror by Selectman'
Knight for duty at Salem, October 7, 1969. _
Use of. the vacated offices whichwere formerly used by the Welfare
Board, was discussed and it was left in the hands of Chairman
Knight to make a harmonious arrangement with the Treasurer and
Assessors ' Secretary. r
Protection #2, Ladies Auxillary, was granted use of upper green
,October .2, 1969.
Chief Orfant was appointed and sworn in as Agent of Board of
Health.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
Res c ully
Jamo A. Lowe , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
237 ,.
September 23, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town Hall
on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 1969 at 7: 30 PM.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $32,170.39 was approved.
Easements for 118 poles on Rt. #1, Newburyport Turnpike, and
one pole location on Fordham Clay, was granted the Mass. E1x tric
Co . and New England Tel. & Tel. jointly.
Permission was granted the Board of Fire. Engineers to dam and
fill off Old Point Rd. for use as a fire well.
At 8:00 P.M. a hearing was held as advertised on the petition
of the Mobil Oil Co . to store 21 ,500 gallons of gasoline under-
ground, and 980 gallons of oil above ground at the site now
occupied by the McElroy family on Central Street. Mobil Oil Cb.
Was represented by S anley Cole Real Estate Representative, and
Joseph Gonzalez, District Engineer. Three abutters were re-
corded as in favor, and David Yesair wished to be recorded as
present. No One was recorded a sopposed.
The matter was taken under advisement and latter in the evening
the permit was granted by the Unanimous vote of the Board.
A sewage disposal permit was issued to Evelyn M. Casey at Elm St.
David Yesair requested that he be recorded as requesting that the
Central Street bridge be completed as on one year from the date
that it was started, or by Janurary 1 , 1970 at the latest.
Katherine P. Thurlow was drawn as a tr_aversejuror for duty at
Salem, Mass. on Oct. 14, 1970 by Selectman Adams.
A communication was received from the Newbury Garden Club in
opposition to any waste of any kind being discharged into the
Parker River at any time.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00' P.M.
R s s ectfully Subi ' tted,
me I: A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 239"
October 14, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of 'Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday Oct, 14, 1969 at. 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $12,561.45 was approved.
Newell S. Rogers, Jr. was issued a permit to install a waste
disposal system on West Street.
John McDonnell appeared before the Board to answer a compaaint
of using a building which was built on a permit issued for
a horse barn for a residence in direct violation of the Zoning
law, which allows one residence on one lot. He was referred to
the Bzilding Inspector who will investigate the violation more
fully.
Patricia Frost, 168 High Road, was drawn as a traverse juror for
duty at Salem on Nov. 3, 1969 by Selectman Lowe.
Re-arrangement of the Assessors and Treasurers offices was
discussed and a plan was approved for the setting up of new
files and equipment which will be needed when the change is made.
Transfers from the Reserve Fund to the following accounts , were
requested from the Finance` Committee:
Election and Registration $ 180.48
Police 500.00
Highways , B&S 1314.55
Veterans Services 500.00
Cemeteries 28.72
Two women, recent purchasers of the deal property on Old Point
Rd. , appeared before the Board for permission to gravel and
straighten the way opposite Smith Street, which runs between
their property. They were given the Boards blessing in their
endeavors.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
F spectful Su itted,
J es A Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 4 1
October 21 , 1969
A special meeting of the 'Bo:ard''of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 21 , 1969 at 7: 30 P,.11.
A weekly warrant was signed and waste disposal. permits were
issued to Phillip Knapp at Pine Island Rd. and Phillip and Ruth
Rock at Central St.
It was voted, rather, than wash out the Reserve Fund completely
with the requested transfers and thus leave the Town unprotected
in an emergency, that the R)ard would request only those for
Election and Registration and for cemeteries and supplement the
other accounts at the special `Town Meeting.
The Board then met with the Fi2ance Committee and recommended the
following amounts to be apy->ropriated from available funds to be
. voted on at the special Town Meeting to be held on Wednesday,
November 5, 1969 at Town Hall :
Treasurer ' s Expenses 300.00
Collectors. it 200.00
Assessor' s It500.00
Election & Registration 1.00.00
Insurance
Police 4000.00
Fire Protection- 4000.00
Inspector of Wires 100.00
Tree Warden 600.00
Board of Health 600.00
Highways B&S 8300.00
Truck Maintenance 10,00.00
Veterans Services 3000.00
Snow Removal 4000.00
Central Street Bridge, sidewalk on Parker Street , expansion of
Assessor ' s and Treasurer' s office, and also an article for the
warrant at special ' Town Pleeting, the acceptance of which would
leave the control of Billboards erected in the town inthe hands
of the Selectmen, were discussed.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
R s e full u tted,
J es A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 24-3
October 28, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Oct . 281 1969 at f: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $79,515.65 was approved.
Joint pole locations was granted the Mass. Electric Co. , and
New England Tel. & Tel. , ten (10) poles on Newburyport Turnpike ,
and one stub pole on 19tn Street, P. I.
Mobil Oil Company was issued a permit to install a waste
disposal system at Central Street.
Robert K, Nicoll appeared before the Board to request permission
to operate .a trucking business from his home on Grove Street.
It was learned by questioning the applicant, that there would
be only one truck involved, and thatit would be parked on
Grove Street at rare intervals.
He was advised by the Board that as long as it was so operated,
there would be no objection, but if it increased beyond this
stage, it would be a zoning problem, and. there could be court
action by neighbors.
Chief Orfant set Thursday, P.M. from 6:00 to 9:00 as Trick
or Treat hours.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 F.M.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 245 ;r
November 11, �969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, November 11, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $46,825.44 was approved.
A lelegation from 'the Plum Island Taxpayers ' Association, con-
sisting of Feerdinand Terranova, Walter Aham and Charles W.
Worthley, appeared before the 'Board to request that a white
traffic line be painted on Plum Island Blvd, to assist traffic
in foggy waather.
It was also noted that letters making the same request have been
received from the Plum Island Mothers Association . and Miss Gloria
Salvo .
Chief Orfant, who was called in on the discussion, recommended
a group to do the job, who will *be contacted by him as to price
and availability.
The Oldtown Country Club wished to ' e recorded as opposed to
any pollution of Parker River.
The Town Office changeover now in progress , was discussed and
was agreed that George Perkins Painters be contacted to re-
decorate the walls only.
Building Inspector Caldwell reported that after checking records ,
that the Planning Board had decided that John McDonnell was
violating both the zoning laws and the sub-division laws in
using a building built on a permit for a horse barn as a
dwelling and would be so notified by the Board.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 15 P.M.
Regpectfully ub tted,
J es A. 'Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 24 1"
November 25, 1969
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Toan .
Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
Present were Selectmen Knight, Lowe and Adams; School Committee
members , Dushame and Stickney; finance Committee members Lunt,
Shea, Johnston, MacKensie and Brown, and Supt. Trainor of the
Triton Regional School , whose budget for 1970 was presented to
the body,,.commen.ted on and accepted.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $22,103.18 was approved.
A license to buy and sell antiques and gifts was issued to
Barbara McNulty DBA the "Wellsweep" at 106 Main St.
Gerald E. Finnegan and Wife , Dianne, of Larkin Street, appeared
before the Board to complain of being constantly disturbed by
callers at theme home and hot-rodders in the street. After dis-
cussing their problem in the presence of Chief Orfant, it was
decided to leave the matter in his hands for disposition as he
seemed to have full knowledge of the matter.
It was ' voted to ban all night parking on. all streets between
the hours of midnight and 6:00 A.M. from December 1 , 1969
to April 1, 1970.
-, A letter, setting forth recommended procedures , practices and
responsibilities at fires, was sent to Captain Rock, Stone and
Chief Pearson and i,.ias signed by Selectmen Knight, Lowe and
Adams and Town Counsel Lojko.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Tames
ctfull S itted,
ubA. Lowe, Seca
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING 249
December' 9, 1969
A 'regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in `bwn
Hall on Tuesday, Dec . 9, 1969 at ',7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
the wwekly warrant of � 108,483'.62 was approved.
It was the unanimous vote of the Board .todeny the Mobil, .Qi1
Company permission to erect a sign which violates the existing
zoning by-lawn.
Written notice of the appointment of Marcia J. Peirce as
Assistant Town Q.erk was received from Ralph E. Lowell, Town
Clerk.
Roderick Shea was drawn for Grand Jury duty for the first Monday
in January by Selectman Knight.
.It was voted to hold the next regular meeting on Monday the
22nd. to. enable the Treasurer to get checks in the hands of
Town Employees before Christmas: .
The .meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Re c .f�ullly S b ttedd,
J es. A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 25 1
December 22, 1969
regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Mond,-iy., Dec . 22, 1969 at 7: 30 P.M.
Present were Selectmen Knight and Lowe - Selectman Adams was -
on vacation in Florida.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $11 ,741.01 was approved.
In the absence of Town Clerk Lowell , who was in the hospital;
Assistant Town Clerk, Marcia J. Peirce , presented license
renewals for the signature of the Bbard.
Officers of Protection Fire Co. /4 consisting of Lieutenants
Dushame , Rock and Pearson, were present to protest the contents
of- the letter which they received from the Bard which. they con-
tend is arbitrary, dictatorial and ill advised, and would only
breed dissent and confusion in inter-company. rdations and actions,
and respectfully requested a meeting with the officers of both
companies and Board of Fire Engineers at the earliest convenience
of the Board.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
R s ectfully ub ted,
mes A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 5 0
January 6, 1970
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1970 at 7:30 P.M.
The minutes of the previous meeting was read and accepted and
a year-end warrant of $2,266.89 , an interest waimnt of �2,640.00
on school bonds and a weekly warrant of $3,847.99, was approved.
Kent-Rock Unit Ladies Auxillavy of. the American Legion Post,
was granted permission to sell poppies on election day in March.
Three automobile dealers renewed their licenses for the ensuing
year:
Class 1 - Fenn Motors
Class 1 - Insero Motors
Class 2 - Newbury Auto Sales
Chief of Police Daniel Orfant was appointed constable to fill
a vacancy. caused by James E. Platt, moving to another state.
Daniel A. Brown appeared before the Board to check on the progress
of a special permit to allow use of land and buildings at his
farm as a riding school and horse farm.
Henry Becker,' Gray Adams. Laurence Brown and Ibnald Manson of
the Zoning Board of Appeals were present to check on. the standing
or legality of a sign erected by Fenn Motors Company on 'Rt,. #1.
Chief Orfant stated that he , at the request of the Board of
Selectmen, checked the sign for heighth and size and was satis-
fied that it met required standards , however, he was not sure
of the established layout of the highway right=of-way, and
therefore , could not say that the set-back had been complied
with.
Joseph Stone and Donald Manson appeared before the Board with a
request that the Highway Department keep the snow cleared from
in front of the fire station on Morgan Avenue. It was the
feeling of the Board that if Supt. Little was agreeable, this
service should be given to both Fire Companies if requested.
A discussion of the requested meeting by Protection #1 of the
officers of both companies , and the Board of Fire Engineers ,
caused laud protests by some members of Protection 112 who stated
that everything that had transpired up to now had their com-
pany' s full approval, and were well stisfied with the status-
quo. The majority of the Board then decided to request the
officers of Protection #1 to appear at the January 13th
meeting to discuss the matter.
The meeting was adjourned at 11 :00 P.M.
Ymes
ectfull Sub tted,
A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING
January 13 , 1970
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town
Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
A year-end warrant of 519,079.33 and a weekly warrant of
1$18,030.38 was approved.
A pole location on Elm Street was granted to the Mass. Electric
Company and N. E. Tel & Tel. Co.
A Mr. Terramangra requested a special permit to operate a horse
farm and "riding school at a locatlion on Orchard Street. The
Board, on the advice of Town Counsel , referred the petitioner to
the Board of Appeals on the grounds that they lacked sufficient
authority to grant such a permit.
A waste disposal permit was granted to Walter Lennon on Long-
brook Road.'
Captain John Fbck and Lieutenants Pearson, Dushame and Albert
Rock of Protection #1 appeared at the meeting at the request of
the Board and again expressed their dissatisfaction with the
contents of the letter which was sent them by the Board. The
feeling that the whole situation was used to ,resolve a feud
between some officers and former officers of Protection #2 was
evident, and although much discussion of the pros and cons was
made , they left the meeting with the same feeling that they had
been completely ignored in all matters, and that it had been
poorly handled.
John and Sam Stanley of Salisbury appeared and requested that
some location be set aside in the -Town for their use in disposing
of waste which has been pumped from local septic tanks.
The Board promised to check all possible means of coping; with
the situation and report at a later date.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
Re p ct ully bm' ted,
J 2es A. Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN' S MEETING 257
January 27, 1970
A regular meeting of the ]bard of Selectmen was held in Town. Hall
on Jan. 27, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the two previous meetings was mead and approved
and a weekly warrant of 326,266.17. was approved. -
Pole locations on Middle Street and Pine Island Road was granted
the Mass. Electric Gb . and N. E. Tel. & Tel .
Earl L. Smiledge of Hanover Street, was granted use of Town Hall
on Saturday afternoons between the hours of 2:00 and 4:00 o ' clock
for meeting of the Soapbox Derby, unless it was needed for Town
use.
Chief Orfant reported that after bounds had been set by the Mass. D.
P.W. on Rt #1 that 31 feet , 4 inches was the distance between the
lot line and sign a'. Fenns ' Garage. This information, along with
picture of the site and sign had been sent to members of the Zoning
Board of Appeals.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :30 P.M.
R PemesA.
e,ffully ubm' ed,
Lowe, Sec .- �
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
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February 10, 1970 .
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in 'bwn Hall
on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
The minutes of the two previous meetings was read and accepted and
a weekly warrant of $22,788.26 was approved.
An estimate- of $382.00 was received from Man.sons ' Garage for
repairs and two new front tires on the Police Cruiser and. was
approved by the Board.
A one-day- beverage' license was issued to John J. Rock, chairman
.of Protection Fire Company' s Annual Ball , for use on Feb. 14, 1970
at Highway 95 Inn..
t
A waste disposal permit was issued to Richard Lynch on Moody St.
A' li.cense was issued to I°Iuriel Lima DBA, "Missplaced Yankee" an
Orchard Street to buy and sell antiques and second-hand articles.
An ..application for appointment as life guard at Plum Island this
coming season, was received .from Richard Cole , 108 High St. ,
Newburypor_t, and placed on file for future refute.
An, application was received from James Zafarana, President and
Manager, Residence 16 India Street , Wakefield, Mass . , for a Club
License for Highway 95 Inc . , Central St. , and Rt 95, Newbury,
Mass. A hearing was set for 8:00 P.M. Feb. 24, 1970 at Town Hall .
Pole locations were granted the Mass . Electric Co. and New. Eng.
Tel. & Tel. Co. at Lenway Rd. , L_ongbrook Rd. , Greentree Lane,
and Hanover Drive.
After discussing the matter of a raise in salary for the Town
Clerk with the Finance Committee , it was the consensus of opinion
that a raise of $300..00 was ample.
The meeting wasadjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
R s tfull ub tted,
G
J e A. Lowe, Sec
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 6
February 17, 1970
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town' Hall
on 1b. 17, 1970.
A weekly warrant .of $19,950.39 was approved and a Chapter 90
Construction Contract was signed.
An. application. of Wilhelmina Lunt to operate a Boarding House on
Green Street, was approved by, Board of Health.
On the proposal to control Newbury' s Wetlands an informal meeting
with members of the Dept. of Natural Resources consisting of
Evan Hawes , speaking for Mr. Sprague , Alden Cousins and Arthur
Chesmore of. the D--pt. of Marine Fisheries. Present were Selectmen
Knight , Lowe and Adams , Assessors , Bursn and I1lsley, Town Clerk
Lowell and Auditor Knight, Planning Board, C.. Bashaw, FkAnce
Committee, R. Shea, Conservation Committee , Wells , Stickney and
Cunningham.
A public hearing was set for March 26, 1070 at 8:00 P.M. in the
Elementary School on Hanover Street.
At the request of the Board of lire Engineers , a closed meeting
was held with that 'group at 8: 30 P.M. Present were Engineers
.Pearson, Rock, Senior, Plummer, Noyes , Wile and Stone and Town
Counsel Lojko.
A statement was read by Charles Plummer, Clerk, of engineers ,
charging that the problem had been poorly handled and had
createda mountain out of a molehill.
After a mild clash of personalities, the meeting settled down
and most of - the engineers spoke briefly and the meeting was
adjourned in a spirit of apparent cordiality.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
R spectfully bm' ted
J es A. Lowe , Sec .
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SELECTPIEN'S MEETING '
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February 24, 1970
A regular meeting of ' the Board of Selectmen was held in TownHall
on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 1970 at 7:00 P.M.
Minutes of two previous meetings were read and accepted and a weekly
warrant of U20,106.85 was approved.
Applications for the position of Life Guard at Plum Island for the
coming season were received from Joseph E. Stone , III, Hanover St. ,
and Charles G. McClure , Jr. , Greentree Lane. They were filed for
future reference.
Locations for nine(9) poles on Middle Rd. , and one(1) Pole on
School Street, were granted to the Mass . Electric Co . and New
England Tel. &. Tel .
A hearing was held as advertised at 8:00 P.M. on the application of
Route 95 Inc . for the granting of an all alcoholic beverage club
license. No one a)-Inearea against the granting of the .license.
Appearing for it, was James Zafarana, the applicant and Vito Venuti
the owner. When asked, Ivlr. Zafarana stated that heyaould use the
license as issued and it was the unanimous vote of the Board to
grant the license subject to A.B.C . approval.
A letter of recommendation was signed by the Board as regards his
behavior for the past two years- in the appeal of Philip Fbbichaud
to the Board of Pardons in his 'quest for restoration of his drivers
license.
A final meeting was held with the Finance Committee before the
warrant went to the publisher.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
R games ectfully ub 'tted,
A. Lowe, Sec .
SELECTI'IEN' S MEETING 26 5-
March 10, 1970
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in Town .Hall. '
on Tuesday, March 10, 1070 at 7: 30 P.M.
The. minutes of the previous meeting -was read and accepted and a
weekly warrant of $25,008.06 was approved.
A waste disposal permit was issued to Daniel M. Orfant on Parker
Street , and it was noted that beaause of nearly zero percolation
at the location that four feet of gravel fill was required. to meet
the passing tests.
The meeting was then adjourned to allow Selectman Knight the op-
portunity to attend "Candidates Night" held at Holton Hall and
sponsored by the League of Womens ' Voters. It was attended by the
full Board, after which the meeting was. resumed at Town Hall.
The matter of a change in the boundry line between Rowley and
Ndwbury, claimed by the firm who are conducting the survey for a
.new Town Map was discussed. It was the contention of the lbard, and
it was so voted, that inasmuch as the boundry established in 1905
had been accepted by the Selectman of both towns in perambulating
the boundaries each five years, that these lines are the only lines
acceptable to the Board, and that at least two markers have been
completely ignored by the parties conducting the survey.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :30 P.M.
Re, pectfully Su . fitted,
es A Lowe, Sec.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2�► J'•
March 24, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
March 24, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
At 7: 35, the Board went into executive session to organize for
the following year. Selectman Adams nominated James A. Lowe,
Chairman, seconded by Knight. Selectman Knight nominated Alan I.
Adams , Secretary, seconded by Lowe.
The regular meeting resumed at 7 :45.
A complaint from Walter Clemons of Plum Island, was heard con-
cernilg the fire ruins of two cottages which burned several months
ago, that have not been cleared of debris. The Board will look
into this matter.
Newly elected Highway Surveyor, Woodbury Thurlow, met with the
Board about the Central Street Birdge and agreed to let Cedric
Little complete the work on the bridge.
Selectman Knight mentioned the new safe would arrive Thursday.
Helf from the highway department will be available to remove the
old safe.
The weekly warrant of $34,298.42 was approved.
Auditor Ashton Knight, spoke onthe possibility of borrowing money
in April for the payment of bills.. It was decided by the Board
to look into the matter of current interest rates.
Frederick Zarella, 43rd. St. , P.I . , owner of Fred' s Package Store,
applied for an all alcholic beverage seasonal _license. After dis-
cussion by the Board, that under 4A2 of the Zoning By-Laws , it
would be adding to a non-conforming use , it was referred to the
Zoning Board of Appeals.
A letter, redeived from Joseph Berkover, stated that the DPW
has approved an allocation of $10,023.27 for Chapter 90 road
construction.
A resident on Longbrook Road, complained about road conditions
and the problem was referred to the Highway Surveyor.
A lifeguard application was received from Charles J. Bashaw, 86
Central Street, South Byfield.
Two building permits were issued to Jean Palumbo to place mobile
homes on Lot 83, Block G, 16th st. and on Lot 84, Block G. 16th St.
The Board gave Police Chief Orfant approval to buy a set of law
books.
The Chief mentioned sending out specifications for bids on the
new police cruiser.
Appointments for 1970 were then made. These are listed on an
accompanying sheet.
Meeting adjourned at 9 ;45 P.M.
Respectfully %bmitt4
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN ',S MEETING 271`
March 24, 1970
Police Officers :
Daniel M. Orfant , Chief of Police
Charles E. Woods , Deputy
David P. Stickney
Michael A. Bulgaris
Marjorie Emerson
Richard L. Newton
William F. Viewig
William R. Pearson
George E. Emerson
Robert Bashaw - newly appointed
Ronald A. Smith - newly appointed
BenjaminPearson, - special - Property Byfield Snuff Co.
Henry M. Short
Clinton M. Elliott, Assistant Harbor Master
Arthur R. Eaton, Bjfield School
Edward Carpenter, Newbury Elementary 'School
Frederick Maguire, Newbury Elementary School
Malcolm. R. Andrews , Gov. Dummer Academy
: Shellfish Constables :
Daniel M. Orfant, Chief
John K.. Thistlewood ' Jr; Deputy
Alan I. Adams , Deputy
H. Verne Noyes, Deputy
Harbor Master: Daniel M. Orfant
Richard L. Newton - Asst. Harbor Master
Clinton M. Elliott - Asst. Harbor Master
Dog Officer : Henry M. Short
Board of Fire Engineers :
Wallace 0. Pearson
H. Verne Noyes
John E Rock
James L. Wile, Jr.
Joseph E. Stone , Jr.
Finance Committee :
W. Malcolm Lunt
Daniel A. Brown
Town Cbunsel; : Bernard J. Lojko
Conservation Commission: Norman E. - Wells , Jr.
Planning Board of Appeals : Norman E. Wells , Jr.
Zoning Board of Appeals : Henry J. Becker, Jr.
Surveyor-s of Lumber and Measurers of Wood and Bark:
Harold E. Pingree Arthur S. Page , Jr.
Cedric K. Little C . Edward Whitley
Evans Hawes
Fence Viewers :
Robert J. Colby Malcolm C . Wood Ann S.Rowley
Nicholas Bulgaris Samuel Traister
Leonard Ilsley . Joseph Story
Director Civil Defense : Bertram L. Savage , Jr.
Inspector of Wires : Donald G. Mutch
Inspector of Milk: Henry M. Short
Cattle Inspector & Inspector of Beef Provisions & Slaughtering -
Henry M. Short '
Inspector of Gas Piping and Appliances : George E. Emerson
Agent of Board of Health: Daniel M. Orfant
Field Driver and Pound Keeper: Woodbury Thurlow
Agent of Workingmen' s .Compensation: James A Lowe
Superintendent of Burial Grounds : Hallet W. Noyes
Custodian of Town Hall - Oldtown: Willard L. Roaf
Custodian of Town Hall - Byfield: Robert Ill. Field.
Inspector of Plumbing: Richard B. Baker
Asst. Inspector of Plumbing: Charles A. Leavitt
Building Inspector: Davis S. Caldwell
Moth Superintendent : Robert J. Colby
SELECTMEN'S MEETING , 27 3.''
April 14; 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday
April - 14, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant of $615,520.85 was approved.
Mike- L'apazio of the DPW was present to discuss our -Chapter 90
road construction. The $77,425.00 in this Chapter will be used on
Elm Street. A letter will be sent to Mr. Lapazio ' s department
when the location: for the beginning, of this construction is decided
upon.
It was decided by the Board that bids should be advertised as soon
as possible for bituminous concrete to be used on Central St. and
Elm St."
At 8 o 'clock, bids were open for a new police cruiser; three bids
were received:
Volpone Motors - $b3,091.29 ' for a custom 4-door sedan, police-
package
Fenn Motors - $2,800.00 for a Fury II , police package
Donahue. Motors - $62,850.00 for a Dodge Coronet, 4-door, police-
pursuit cruiser.
Bids were taken under advisement by the Boad.
A hearing was held at 8:15 for an application from ptederick J.
Zarella of Fred' s Package Store , to transfer a Wine and Malt Beverage
Package 'Goods Store License, now held by him, to John F. Coppola.
There was no opposition. The Board took this license under ad-
visement.
Mr. Mutchler attended the meeting; -complaining about conditions on
Longbrook Rd. It was decided by the Board .to exclude heavy equip-
ment from this road until improvements are made. .
At 8: 30; a hearing was held for James Zafarana, President and
Manager of the Hy-Way Inn, who applied for a seasonal license to
sell alcholic beverages . There was no •oppo.sition. It was mani-
mously voted .by the Board to grant this license.
Joseph Stone asked permission to use the Upper Green for. Fire-
wens ' and Lions ' Family Day June .20, 1970, or in case of rain,
June 27t.
The following appointments for special police duce were made :
`Malcolm R. Andrews - Governor Dummer Academy
Benjamin Pearson - Property Byfield Snuff Company
Edward Carpenter - Newbury Elementary School
Frederick Maguire , - Newbury Elementary School
Arthur R. Eaton - Byfield School
H. Verne Noyes was appointed Clam Constable.
Special officers that were appointed for un-uniformed private duty
are Arnold W. Collis and Leo W. Bergeron.
George E. Emerson and David P. Stickney were promoted to rank of
Sargeant by request of Police Chief Orfant.
Albert Rock, , 43 Central Street, was drawn for jury duty Play 4,
1970 in Salem.
Bids were opened at 9 o 'clock on borroving $100,000.00 for 180 days.
Three bids .were received:
Merchants. National Bank - 4.01%'
Arlington Trust - 4.10%
First & Ocean - 3.98%
First & Ocean Bank, being the lowest bidder, was awarded the
contract.
Auditor Ashton Knight, asked that the amount of $b1 ,990.00 interest
on .the 180 day loan, be transferred from the reserve fund.
A letter was received from Marjorie G. Emerson stating that she
could hot accept a reappointment on the Board of Registrars as
she does not have the sufficient time that this job requires..
SELECTMEN'S MEEITIRG 27 5
.April 14, 1970 -(c-ont . )
Robert Smith of the Plum Island Beach Riggy dissociation, plans to
hold a "clean up" Sunday on April 26, 1g70 at the Island. Ile asked
if a town truck would be available to haul away debris from the
beach.
Selectman Knight was appointed the voting member from our town in
the Veterans ' District.
Katherine PI. Crepeau, of the Four C ',s Daisy Bar, was issued a
Common Victualer',:s and juke box license.
A Common 'Victualer ' s license was .granted to Susan M. Villane, of
the Beachcomber, P.I .
The Ould Newbury Golf Club was issued a club license for common
Victualers and Plalt Beverages only.
The mmeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Flan I. Adams , Sec
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SELECTMEN'S FLEETING 2 7 T
April 28, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday
April 28, 1970 at 7: 30 P.H.
The-.weekly warrant of 4�77,864.54 was approved.
Ed. Sternfelt extended an invitation: to the Selectmen to partici-
pate in the Firemens ' and Lions ' Family Day Parade , June 200.
The parade will start at Hay Street at 12: 30 and continue to the
Upper Green.
Bill Burns was present to discuss the rubbish contract on P.I.
The 1%9 contract having been $4,680.00, he was given an increase
of $220.00 in the 1970 contract , bringing it up to $4,900.00 for
52 days of pick-up. Burns will make a schedule of the pick-up
days. The Board has , also , asked that he show them an insurance
certificate of proper coverage.
The Board of Health received a complaint from Shirley M. Gurney,
concerning her next-door neighbor's animals and the problem of
rats and mice caused by the refuge. Chairman Lowe suggested
that his matter be checked with the Town Gbunsel..
A sewerage disposal permit was issued to Jay E. Blake , P.I .
Brownie Taylor, Hanover Street, questioned the filling in of
property on the corner of Route 1 and Hanover Street, pertaining
to the Wetlands. Law. He was 'referred to the Department of
Natural Resources.
Permission was granted to the Ladies ' Auxiliary to use the Upper
Green on May 30th for a rummage sale.
Everett Baird, an employee of the town for three years , was given
permission to join the Blue Cross - Blue Shield town group,.
Police Chief Orfant was present to discuss the parking ticket
system, which is unsatisfactory. The Board voted for the
following new 'system of fines :
1st. offense - $1.00
2nd. _ $1.00
3rd, $2.00
4th. " - 1s5.00
Building Permits were issued to :
Jay E. Fiake , Plum Island - new home
Peter E. McLeary, 267 High Road - an addition
Scott Schaller, 37 High Road - screen porch
Vuskin, Ananian, .4 Graham Avenue - alterations to a .kitchen
William Pingree, 47 Main Street - a. two cargarage.
Bruce Hiller sent a letter to the Board asking that his permit
to remove sand, loam, and gravel from his pit on Parker Street,
be renewed. It was granted.
Bids on a new police cruiser were discussed and the contract was
awarded to' Fenn Motors, the lowest bidder, to supply a 1970 Fury II
Plymouth, police-package to meet our specifications.
-Bob Colby complained that the ditches along both sides of Pine Is.
Road are filled with debris causing improper drainage. He was
told to contact the Essex County Mosquito Contry(ol.
'A license to buy and. sell antiques and gifts was issued to
Surender R. Joshi, Plum Is. Gift Shoppe , P.I . Blvd.
By request of Selectman Knight, the Republican Town Committee was
given permission to use the Town Hall for a meeting on May 14th,
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,-
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING 27 J
May 12, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tu--sday
May 12, 1970 at 7 : 30 P.11.
Police Chief Orfant mentioned that after receiving a complaint
that Burns and Elliot were moving sand around cottages and the
oceanfront, he ordered this action to cease.
Burns later attended the meeting asking about stiplations on
moving sand on Plum Island. He was told by the Board that he could
not Move any sand until the property owner receives a permit from
the 'Selectmen.
Election Clerk of Precinct 2, Ralph L. Hughson, 4 Forest Street ,
sent in his resignation as of May 11, 1970 for personal reasons.
Kenny Reynolds asked. to have a street light either brightened or
else replace on Green Street.
At 8 o 'c-lock, bids were opened for 3700 tons of bituminous con-
crete. - Four bids were received:
Essex Bituminous - 3700 Tons of bituminous concrete type I-1
$10.20 a ton '
225 tons 'of sidewalk mix - $23,50 a ton
1000 ft. of curbing - $1.25 a linear foot
Merrimack Paving - 3700 tons of bituminous concrete type I-1
$9.55 a ton
225 tons 'of sidewalk mix - $22.00 a ton
1000 ft. of curbing - $1.25 a linear foot
Trimont Bituminous - 3700 tons of btuminous' concrete type I-1
S9.89 a ton
225 tons of sidewalk mix - 9$22.35 a ton s
1000 ft. of curbing - 9$1. 35 a linear foot
George Borx - 3700 tons of bituminous concrete ,type I-1
$9.40 a ton
225 tons of sidewalk mix, plus handwork, $20.00 a ton
1000 ft.. of curbing - $1.25 a linear foot.
Selectman Knight moved that Borx, being the lowest bidder, be
awarded the contract , if they comply. It was unanimously voted
by the Board.
The weekly warrant of `8,874.60 eras ,approved.
Auditor Ashton Knight was present to discuss the possibility of
borrowing money.
The Blue Cross contract was signed by the Selectmen.
The Plum Island Mothers ' Association requests that the Selectmen
review the duties of the lifegurads at Plum Island.
A complaint was received that Connie Christuk has an ille€;allsign
on private property on Sunset Drive. The matter was referred to
Police Chief Orfant.
A discussion of the Town Dump was brought up by Selectman Knight.
He suggested that the dump be open three days a we'ek - Wednesdays ,
Saturdays , and Sundays , and that perhaps a caretaker should be
hired for these days. No immediate action was taken on this problem.
A common victualers license was granted to Connie Christuk, of
Refuge Guard Snack Bar, Sunset Drive.
Building permits were issued to :
Max Hurni - a new warehouse and store , Route 1
Bowen Sunman - a new outside stairway to second floor
Richard H. -Knight - removal of a windmill from 32 River Front
110 High Foad
Henry Stickney. - to construct a sundeck
Ralph Crooke - an addition
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2(S 1-
May 12, 1970 (cont)
Sewerage permits were issued to :
George Woodman - 45 Cottage Road
Tony Furtido - Columbia Way
Robert Malonson - 4t Street, Plum Island, 211 Block E
Max Hurni - Route 1
The Democratic Towii Committee ' s request to use the Town. Hall , May
�9th was granted.
The Byfield Sunday School was given peri.,iission to use the Play-
ground on June 13th.
The Board discussed the- placement of new street lights and their
possible locations.
The installation of ]ouvers inthe Town Hall and the purchasing of
an air conditioner for the offices was also taken under . considera-
tion.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 25 P.r1.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
280"
May 26, 1970
The regular meeting of the Boar& of Selectmen was held on Tuesday
May 26, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
A letter was received from David M. Ross , 16 Hay Street, and
Alden P. Gurney, 1 Parker Street, stating that they, wish to in-
corporate the Massachusetts Coastal Gunners Association. Per-
mission was given. by the Board.
The New England Military School extended an invitation to the
Selectmen to attend commencem(,nt exercises on June 6th.
P•1r. Capalupo , Byfield, attended the meeting to complain to the
Board about damage a town truck did to ' his car when it was parked
in a snowbank while Burns was Highway Surveyor. He wanted to
know why the claim has not been paid by the town. He was told
that according to prior records of former Police (hief Platt,
there was no definite proof that his vehicle was struck by Town-
owned equipment . Therefore , no action has been taken on the claim.
Bids were opened at 8: 30 in anticipation of borrowing $125,000 for
180 days. Two bids were received:
Merchants National Bank - 4.89%
Arlington Trust - 5010
Merchants National Bank, being the lowest bidder, was awarded the
contract.
The weekly warrant for $4,712.26 was approved.
Robert Colby was present asking that a new Simplicity ride-on
lawn. mower be purchased since the cost of repairing the old one
would not be feasible. ` The price of the new mower will be $600.
with trade-in. $300.00 will be taken from the parks and $300.00
to be taken from the reserve fund. This action was approved by
the Board.
Auditor Ashton Knight requested a transfer of $3,056.25 from the
reserve fund for the 180 day, 9125,000 loan. A transfer of 300
from the r_eserve 'fund and � 300 from parks for the new lawn mower
will also be necessary.
Common �ictualers and Sunday ice' craam licenses was issued to :
Jack McGee , the Roccus , Plum Island
Rose M. Davis , Davis Corner Store , Harvard Way, So. Blvd.
A- license was granted to Samuel H.. Smith, 255 High Road to buy
and sell gifts , antiques , and second-hand articles. .
Mrs. Lillian Bryant, l Kingsford Street, was appointed a crossing
guard at the Woodbridge School by the Board.
The Republican 'bwn Gbrnmittee was given permission to use the
Green on June 6th for a food sale.
Budding permits were issued to :
George Emerson - a screen porch, I .ddle Road
Paul Ladd - a 2 room addition, 8 Ma' in Street
David Farnham to enlarge a garage , Cottage Road
Arthur Gill - a carport, Plum Island
Phil Rock - a garage , 47 Central Street
Charles H. Waterman - a new addition, Low Street
Arnold W: Johnson - a new home. Old Rowley Road
A complaint was received from Maria A. Buzzatto , P.I . concerning
deteriorating cottage next to her own.
The Kiwanis Club asked for and received permission to use the
Green' on August 151h, or in case of rain August 22nd, for their .
auction.
Town Clerk, Ralph Lowell , attended the meeting and pointed out
that only 200 of the 700 dogs in town have been licensed. The
Board discussed the sponsoring of a Rabies Clinic to be held at
the Town. Hall in the near future with no definite' date being set.
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TOWN OF NEWBURY
�_. POLICE DEPARTMENT
25 HIGH ROAD
NEWBURY, MASS. 01950
ATED
DANIEL M. ORFANT
Chief of Police
May 26,: 9970
In accordance with the General Laws of Massachusetts (Ter. lid.)
together with all amendments thereto, ,Section 2 of article .5 of the rules
and orders of the Town of .Newbury Traffic Regulations, ,Is hereby amended
by adding thereto the following
Striking out"Parking shall be and hereby is pkwbibited on the Basterly
side of Northern Blvd.- for its entire length to the Newbury Newburyport
line, as contained in the rules and orders dated May 13.E 1952.
Adding that " Parking shalt: be and hereby Is prohibited" on the Westerly
side of Northern Blvd. foam its entire length to the Newbury Newburyport
Line. .
Adding that " Parkis shall be and hereby is prohibited on the Plum Island
Turnpike from: the intersections of Old' Point Rat. and Sunset Drive to the
Intersections of Northern Blvd. and Southern Blvd. on either side.
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l; Adding that " Parking shall be and hereby is prohibited on Shot Drive
from the Plume Island Tpk. to the Federal. Wildlife Refuge Property on either
side..
:Adding. that " Parking shall be and hereby it; prohibited on Harvard. Way
from Por'dham Way to Sunset Drive on either side.
Striking out " Southern Blvd. Westerly side for its entire length, as septa.-4,
contained -In the rules and orders dated May 93, 1952, then Further adding
"Parking shall be and hereby is prohibited on either side of Southern Blvd.
from the intersections of Northern Blvd, and the Plum Island Tpk. for its
entire length and further continuing along Fordham 4lay to the point where
Fordham way meets Southern Blvd..
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These Rules and Orders are proposed to: keep the Main Roads open; to allow
access to all the side Ste. and Roads as a matter of PublicdSafety.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
2,g5�
May 26, 1970 (cont)
The vacancy on the Registrar of Voters was filled with the naming
of Donna K. Adams . Selectman Adams abstained from voting on this
appointment.
Town Clerk, Lowell, stated that he had had requests from people
to look at the old town records. It was decided by the Board that
- since these records are very valuable and fragile, the only way
they can be viewed is with proper supervision. The person must
pay the expenses of the supervisor.
Robert L. Turnbull was drawn for the June 15, 1970 jury duty
sitting.
The Board discussed the six applications received for lifeguard
duty. Four were chosen:
Joseph E. Stone III
Charles McClure , Jr.
Charles J. Bashaw
Gary Calderwood
Mr. Nelson, Byfield, was present requ sting permission to erect
signs , showing the way to the Byfield Parish Church. Permission
was granted, providing the signs are not any larger than 300
inches.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 10 P.11.
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Respectfully 'Submitted,
Alan I. Adams
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 87t
June 3, 1970
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
June 3, 1970 at f : 30 P.M. with. the Finance Committee to discuss
a current loan of i$125,000 and the reason for borrowing such funds.
Auditor, Ashton Knight, told the Finance Committee members, that
the largest part of theloan is forluition and "schools" .
Student tuition to Newburyport High 1hool, which was normally paid
twice a year, is now paid three times a year - December, April,
and June.
Since the town has had only a small amount of revenue from taxes,
thus far, it was necessary to borrow this rioney to pay tuition.
Malcolm Lunt of the Finance Committee , asked who made the agree-
ment with the Newburyport School Committee of payments three
times a year.
Chairman Lowe called Superintendent of Schools , Harold Hershfield,
to see who authorized the three payments to Newburyport. Hersh-
field said that Ashley Eames, who was chairman at the time,, was
one , but he could not remember who the others were.
. It was decided by the Finance Committee and the Board of Selectmen
that since our School Committee authorized the three payments to
Newburyport , the interest , in the amount of $3,056.25 on the
$125,000 loan, should be taken from "schools" instead of the
reserve Fund.
The meeing was adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams. Sec.
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 9, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
June 9, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Following the reading of the secretary' s report by Selectman
Adams , Chairman Lowe asked if there were any errors or omissions.
Mr. Capolupo, of Byfirld, answered that there were some omissions
in the secretary' s report as an accident that he had had sixteen
months -ago had not. been entered into the records.
After a:}.discussion by the Board, Chairman Lowe suggested that
if. Mr. Capolupo had any statements that he wanted. entered into the
records , that they be put in at this meeting of June 9, 1970. Mr.
Capolupo agreed and said that he would like it entered into the
records that Selectman Knight and a former police chief, inves-
tigated the accident in which his car was claimed to have been
bit by a town-owned snowplow.. SelEctman Knight said that there
was deeply embedded rust to the damaged area, which appeared to
have happened months before. Selectman Knight also said that
he would be willing to go to court if it is necessary.
Mr. Capolupo asked to see former Police Chief Platt 's records '
'to show that Mr. Platt had .investigated the accident. Chairman
Lowe stated that the Selectmen do not have-any control over
police matters. Daniel Orfant, the present Police Chief, checked
his records and could not find any previous information.
Mr. Capolupo then asked. if Mr. Knight had made a Selectman' s
report in writing, since he investigated .the accident. Selectman
Knight said that only a verbal investigation had been made by
him to the Board about the accident in, question.
Selectman 'Knight asked Mr. Capolupo if he knew who was driving
which town truck at the time of the accident. Mr. Capolupo stated
that he did not know. Selectman Knight said that he did not
believe that there were any town trucks on the roads during that
snowstorm as they were all inoperable.
Mr. Capolupo replied that he went to see William Burns , who was
Highway Surveyor at that time, informing him of the accident.
Mr. Burns signed a claim that a town-owned truck had struck Mr.
Capolupo ' s car.
After a suggestion by Selectman Adams that nothing was going to
be settled here on this complaint, the Board unanimously voted
to close this issue.
The weekly warrant for �13,970.6.0 was approved.
Chairman. Lowe announced that an anti-rabie . clinic will be held ,
at the town hall on Saturday, June 20th, from 10 o 'clock to
12 noon; fee 11.00.
A common victualers and Sunday ice cream license was granted to
Christuk Richard, 2<yport Barbecue, Plum Is . Blvd.
Donald E. Fernald, Fernald' s Clam Stand, High. Road, Parker River,
was issueda common victualers and Sunday ice cream license.
The Selectmen signed a warrant for the dog officer to catch and
restrain all unlicensed dogs in town.
Selectman Knight said there appeared to be an infringement of the
zoning by-law, 4-A2, of a license, which is held by Surrender
Joshi . It seems that someone else owns the property and is op-
erating the business . Town Clete, Ralph Lowell, stated that when
Joshi acquired his license he owned the property in question. If
there was any infringement, the license would be rescinded. Police
Chief Crfant said that he had talked with Joshi and all matters
were straightened out.
A Sunday juke box license was granted to Susan M. Villane,
Beachcomber Restaurant, Plum Is.
Paul Wells, 7 Fairview Avenue, and Stephen Noon, 266 Merrimac
Street , Amesbury, were appointed lifeguards.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 01`::
June 9, 1970 (cont)
Auditor Ashton Knight , asked when the real estate taxes would be
sent out because even -though we had just borrowed IU25,000, most
of it will go immidiately. for schools . Therefore , if the tax
bills are not mailed fairly early, the town may be faced with
borrowing more money inthe near future.
Building permits were issued to :
Robert Bashaw., Jr. - Parker Street, a new 6 room dwelling
John J. Roche Harvard way, a piazza, rear exit , Block 5
' Edward' Choquette - 4 'Tory Lane, a pony barn
Philip K. Mills - 2 Tory Lane, . a wood shed.
Selectman Knight received a complaint from a Boy Scout leader
that while the scouts were camping in the town forest, there
was shooting going on at the town dump. It was voted by the
Board to post the town dump for "no shooting" .
Themeeting was adjourned at 9: 15 P.M. .
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
. June 23, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
June 23, 1970 at 7:30 P.M.
Mr. Capolupo was present to ask about jore information concerning
the accident between his vehicle and town-owned equipment. Chairman
Lowe said that enough time' had been spent on this issue and that
no. further_ action would be taken.
Andrew Dickenson, from the State , attended the meeting to discuss .
the lay out and .con.struction of a new bridge over Parker River on
Route 1. It was decided by Mr. Dickenson and the Selectmen that
since there iAi ll be very little land-taking involved, no public
hearing will be necessary. P ans can be seen at the DPW office
in Danvers. for any interested- parties.
Donald Bostick, 167 State Street, complained to the Selectmen
about a plugged drain behind Circle Finishing, which is causing
water to_ back up on his property. The Board will look into
this matter.
The weekly warrant for 1ti27,236.77 was approved.
A petition was received, with 21 names , from Grove Street and
Oak Terrace residents , requesting that the Board of Selectmen
make an officia_1 lay-out .of Grove Street and Oak Terrace , such
as is filed in the Essex. Registry of Deeds, Plan Book 97', Plan
401 with agreement recorded in B)ok 4846, page 22; received
November 20, 1961 .
Riginald Gallant asked the Board what had happened to the $1500
that the contractor had given the town towards the repairing '
of Grove Street and Oak Terrace. Dave Caldwell, of the Planning
Board; answered that the' $1500 was released and placed in General
Funds. Since the money can not be removed from General "unds ,
the Board decided that the $ 1500 should be drawn up in proper
form as an article for the next town meeting.
A common_.victualers license was issued to Frank Cerasuolo ,
the Donut Shop, 'I?lum Is. Blvd.
Helen Mary Babola, the Bungelow Market, Northern Blvd.' PI was
granted a -common victualers and Sunday ice cream licenses .
.A public hearing will be held on July 14!b, 1970 at S o ' clgck
for Arthur Young of the Town and Country Store, 33 Plain Street,
Byfield, to transfer the wine and malted beverage package good
store license now held by him to: David L. and Sharon D. Terry,
at the same address.
Richard Johnson, of Byfield, sent a check in ,the amount of $399.
for a parcel of marshland off Orchard Street, that was owned
by the town.
The Haverhill Gas Company was given permission to install a new
service at. 55 Plain Street, Byfield.
After a suggestion by Selectman Knight that .there are now
numerous swimming pools in the town tlLt are not fenced in and
are a grave danger to young children, it was agreed by the Board
that the town should have an ordinance that all pools be fenced
in.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN' S MEETING 2-9 5,
July 14, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
July 14, 1970 at 7:30 P.M. '
Police Chier Orfant spoke of catching an ,out-of-town person
dumping tires and setting them afire at the town dump . Court
action followed, after which the person was ordered to pay $$486. to
the. town for damages that it cost to send fire equipment, to the
dump to extinguish the fire.
Chief Orfant , then told of a certain gift shop on •Plum Island where
a woman is living in one of the back rooms and is paying $10 a
week rent. It was decided by the Board that the owner of this
gift shop should come before the R)ard at the next regular meeting
to straighten out this matter.
Chief Orfant, also stated that there. is a house in dire need of
repair on zz . Blvd. , which appears to be a hang-out for. teenagers
and young adults and should be investigated for the possibility
of condemning it. The Chairman of the Board, the Police Chief,
and the Building Inspector will check it on Sunday,. July 19th.
Mike Lapazio of the DPW and the Country' Engineers attended the
meeting to discuss the _Chapt.er 90 roadwork on - Ilm Street.
The plans showed that there would be some straightening 'of the
curves, plus some land-taking. A meeting will be set up July
28th at 8:00 P.M. with the people involved in the land-taking.
It was decided that a sidewalk. should be constructed from the
Triton entrance on Elm Street, around the corner, onto School
Street, at an additional cost of $2,000.
At 8 o 'clock, a hearing was held by Arthur Young of the Town
and Country Store, 33 PZain Street , to transfer a wine and malt
-beverage package goods store license now held by him, to David L.
Sharon D. 'ferry at the same address. There was no opposition.
Mr. Terry will separate the beer. and wine store from the candy
and ice cream store with a partition. The license was unanimously
granted the Board.
A hearing was opened at 8: 30 for the lay-out of Grove Street
and Oak Terrace . The lay-out was granted. Reginald Gallant, one
of the partitioners , asked if the Selectmen would submit two
articles at a town. meeting. The first to accept the lay-out;
the second to transfer a1500 from the General. Fund towards
improving the lay-out. It was agreed by the Board.
Joseph Hitchings, 17 Forest Street , came before the Board
telling of an experience that he had had on 'his property concern-
ing a dog killing his chickens, and in the aftermath, he shot the
dog. He said that he had checked with the dog officer and that
the dog officer had told him to shoo,t the dog if he caught it
killing his chickens. Thus , he did. Chief Orfant investigated
the matter and found that Mr. Hitchings did not have his gun
registered and had shot too close to a dwelling. Hitchings
won the case in court, which cost him $$125. for a lawyer'. Now,
he is being sued by Robert Fields , Jr. , the owner of the dog
he shot. He felt that he was not being treated fairly. The
members of the Board offered their sympathy.
The weekly warrant for $$24,615.12 was approved.
One person on the payroll , the Highway Surveyor' s son, was not
paid due to conflict of 'interest. He had been told before that
he could not work for the town because of this law.
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Fred Haley - 242 Block E. Plum Is .
William Dann - Elm St.
Common victualers and Sunday ice cream licenses were issued to :
Theresa Coppola and John F. Coppola - Fred' s Snack Bar,
corner ofNo. Blvd. and 43rd St.
Mary L. Lawier - Mary' s Lunch and Grocery, No. Blvd.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2-9-7
July 14, 1970 (cont)
A license to buy and sell gifts , antiques and second-hand articles
was granted to Patsy J. Brown and F. Thurlow Brown, corner of
HighRoad and Newman Road.
It was voted by the Board to have the Harbor T'Zaster join the
Massachusetts Harbor Masters ' Association.
Selectman Adams said that he had received complaints concerning
a .resident on Marsh A,;renue allowing his overflowing septic tank
to run into a puddle on the edge of road. Police Chief Orfant
is to investigate.
The meeting was adjourned at P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 2 9 9
July 28, 2970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
July 28, 1970 at 7: 30 P.PI.
Fifteen residents from Plum Is . presented themselves .before the
Board to complain about rubbish on the beach caused by overflowing
barrels that have not been emptied recently.
They, also , issued a complaint concern* people fishing while others
are trying to swim. It was asked if signs could be _posted,. restric-
ting fishing during daylight hours and if regulations could be set
up for people using ,the beach.
A woman wondered why on a previous Monday when she was at the beach
there were no lifeguards on duty.
A Selectman stated that the barrels should be left up. at the edges
of the oarking lots where they can be picked up at regular inter-
vals. The Selectman, also said that two more large containers
would be placed along the beach area..
Selectman Knight mentioned that we have signs whichare already
.made and that they should be posted.
Because of a public hearing, the residents were asked to remain
until it was over, .if they had any further complaints or questi(m.
No residents remained.
At 8 o ' clock a hearing was held with Mike Lapazio of the DPW and
Mr. Carling of the County Engineers to discuss the Chapter 90
oradwork on Elm Street. All interested persons , where land-
taking is involved, were notified by registered letter.. The
layout was shown and a question and answer period followed with
Mr. Lapazio and Mr. Carling answering all questions. At 9 o 'clock,
Chairman Lowe asked if there were any more questions onthe' issue.
Hearing none, the hearing was closed. Another hearing will be
held in Danvers.. Abutters will be notified of the date in order
to review the lay-out.
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Robert Stewart - Green tree Lane
Roland .Moore - Fordham Way, . P. I .
Philip- Gallant - Longbrook Road
Harrison Smith - Elm Stieet
Elizabeth Stevens - 24U, Street, P.I.
Arnold Dalton - 162 High Road
James Zafarans , President and Manager of the Hy-flay Inn, and
his lawyer were present to ask for a hearing for an all alcoholic
all seasonal license. I'L date of August 25, ' 1970 at 8:00 P.M.
was set for the hearing.
Former Selectman, Royce Noble , of Byfield, presented the town a
book of maps of Newbury, which -he composed while he was in office.
The Selectmen are gratified.
The weekly warrant for �20,330.98 was approved.
Chairman Lowe said that surplus food would be available for
elderly and low-income persons , at a later date, people willbe
interviewed at the town hall to see if they qualify.
Permission was granted Harold Dushame for an installation of gas
service at 51 Main St. , Byfield.
Selectman Adams brought before the Board the report of numerous
complaints received from residents and the police concerning the.
burning of a private dump on Old Rowley Road. It was unanimously
voted by the Board that a letter should be sent to Burns ' Dis-
posal , which reads as follows : (SEE ATTACHED LETTER)
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
TOWN OF NEWBURY
SNAMMIN
Iwo MAW or HMIN
.�► NEWBURY, MASS. 01960
August 4, 1970
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Burns' Disposal .
Old Bowie 84.
1 Newbury, s.
Dear Mr. Burns,
:r
At a' regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen of the
Town of Newbury, on duly 289 1970, due to numerous complaints
from residents as well as the Police and Fire departments con-
ceraing burning in your private dump, the Selectmen. acting as
the Board of Health, vunanizously voted to forbid any outside
rubbish being brought into the Town of Newbury for disposal
purposes.
Any rubbish that is not collected in the Town of Newbury
should be disposed of in the Town that it, has been collected from.
All rubbish which is 'collected in the Town of Newbury should
be deposited in the Newbury town dump.
Board of Selectmen
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 301
August 11, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
August 11 , 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Mrs . II-)eterson, 16th Street, presented herself before the Board
asking the Selectmen if she could block off her driveway because
people are traveling through her property to reach their own
property located in back. She said that .here is no need for
them to crops her private property as their entrance is from No .
Boulevard onto 16th Street. The Board told her that if she checks
with the Police Chief first, .she can then block off the driveway.
The weekly 'warrant for �15,598.19 was approved.
A bill 'from the. Park Department was discussed by the Board. Tree
Warden, Robert Colby, had purchased a new mower without authorization
from the Selectmen. lie was told that nothing should be bought
for this department without obraining the Selectmens ' approval
first.
Auditor Ashton Knight, reported the need to have a meeting with
the Finance Committee in early September in order to discuss
transfers.
Ralph Peirce, 100 Street , complained to the Board about a dog,
which is tied to a truck and barks all night. He was told that
he should send a written complaint to the Selectmen and they
would carry on from there.
The Colonial Retrievers Field Trial Club was granted permission
to discharge firearms on the Parker River Wildlife Refuge on
October 2n,d, 3rd, and 4b.
James L. Wile, Jr: 3 Fairview Avenue, was reappointed Town
Forrester.
Ross Gadd spoke to the Board about a sewerage system in which two
cottages would flow into one septic tank and leaching field.
Because there isn' t an adequate amount of land for two separate
systems , the Board will view the property in question before issu-
ing a sewerage disposal permit.
Robert Bashaw, Parker Street , was given permission to install
a new gas service.
The Board denied a request from William Burns to use sanitary
landfill on his property on Old Rowley Road. Burns stated that
he is unable to use the dumps in Newburyport and Amesbury, where
he is making collections from. Hestated that this could possibly
put him out of business unless he can find a placeto dispose of
his rubbish. The Board told him that he should look into the
legal aspects of dumping rubbish in whatever town he collected it
in.
He asked if he could have 30 days to find a place to dispose of
his materials. The Board gave him until the next regular meet-
ing, August 25 , 1f70. He stated that he would not burn.
Selectman Knight suggested that a study committee be considered
to look into the feasibility of garbage and rubbish disposal
removal in the entire town. It was agreed by the Board. Each
member will submit a name at the next meeting.
Building permits were issued to :
Robert Harlow - storage building, High Road
Foster Fenton - storage area, workshop, P.I .
William Jerome, Jr. - to erect a workshop and poly shed
Gene Palumbo - to erect an enclosed porch to ,a trailer
Henry Becker, Jr. - open deck, Harvard Way
John A. Bosch - an addition, 120 High Road
Arnold Dalton. - a new 6 room house , 162 High Road
Joseph Callery - a new dwelling, Elm St.
Howard Atwell - 2 room dormer, Hanover. St.
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SELECTMEN 'S MEETING j lJ J
August 11, 1970 (ebnt)
William Burns asked per�iiission to move sand around Roland Moore ' s
driveway on �{ordham Way. He was given permission for the immediate
area around the house.
Henry S. Cahoon was unanimously appointed special police office
for Governor Dummer duties.
Selectman Adams mentioned that Joseph Lyons , Chairman of the
Board of Selectman in the Town of Rowley,, requested permission
to borrow the specifications of our vault as they are considering
building one of their own. Permission was granted by the Board.
The Board has decided that the hot-topping can be started around
the edges of the Green pond now as the water is low enough.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 F.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
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TOO OP 171314BURY, NAS SACli SETTS
RE�U aST FOR TRAM,31F R F11011 THE RESEFtM MID No. 3
Please submit for approval before expendl t ire in excess of appropriation
Date Aug. 24 ..190.
To: THE FnlTWITCE COI T'IwTTFE
Request its hereby made for the foi orri g transfer from the Reserve
INmd in accordance with Ch, 40f See, 6 of the 3lass, General Laws
Amount Requested :� / PO ¢
This amount is to be transferred to the following Accounts
to Auditor's Expense '°s 100.00
2, Town Hall Maintenance ? 00
30 Life Guards d, 0 0• ?I
4, Parks 550.00
5 ..
The amounts requested will be used fort (Give specific purpose)
1. New Record Books and Vouchers
2. Utilities
3. Last Payroll
4. New Mower and Labor
Requested by:
Above transfer approved for a total of as ��SO•D � by the
following merzbers of the Finaee orittee"`
o�
Balance in the Reserve PLmd after this transfer :� �� YD3, �S
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 30'5,
August 25, 1970
The regular meetingof the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
August 25, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Attorney, Harvey Beit, presented himself before the Board re-
presenting Dominic Menesale , of the Wayside Motel. He felt that
his client had not been treated fairly in the rescinding of his
liquor license.
The Board went into Executive Session to hear Mr. Beit' s com-
plaint concernirg the manner in whicn the license was removed.
Mr. Beit wanted to know if there would be a hearing on this
issue . Chairman Lowe stated that the Board would like to first
confer with the Town Counsel. This matter would then be taken
under advisement and Attorney Beit would be notified of the
finding within a day or two .
A hearing was held at 8:00 o 'clock for the HyWay Inn, desiring
an all-alcoholic all seasonal license. All abutters were noti-
fied. There was no opposition. The Board unanimously voted to
grant this license , subject to approval by the state Alcoholic
Beverage Control Commission.
The weekly warrant was approved for $11 ,953 .33.
The following transfers were discussed:
Auditor' s expense 1$ 75.00
Parks 450:00
Cemetaries 100.00
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
John Gray - 2 Anchors Way
Martin Saradjian - Jackson Way, Plum Is.
Mrs. Anderson - Trails ' End, Plum Is.
Robert Webb - Old Point Rd. Plum Is . .
Harold Dushame — 51 Plain. Street
A vacancy on the Board of Library Trustees, due to the resign-
ation of Mrs . Noble , was filled ,until the next Town Election with
the unanimous naming of Mrs . liargaret McKay, Church St. , Byfield.
A Sunday Ice Cram and Confectionery License was granted to Carlton
and Lillian Sven.son, 2 I°'Iorgan Ave , The Country Store.
Aaron and Helen B, Porter, 307 High Road, were issued a license
to buy and sell gifts , second-hand articles and antiques .
The Selectmen signed a warrant for the state primary to be held
. on September 15, 1970.
Mrs . Ruth Karahalis was appointed a clerk in Precinct 2.
The name of C . Milton Littlefield was drawn by Selectman Adams
for jury duty at the September 21st sitting in Lawrence.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
TOWN OF NEWBURY
�p� ^ POLICE DEPARTMENT
` 25 HIGH ROAD
ATED Mrtb NEWBURY, MASS. 01950
DANIEL M. ORFANT
Chief of Polite
September 1 , 1970
Licensing Commission
Town of Newbury
Newbury, Mass..
Mr. James Lowe Chairman:
j On August 22, 1970 at approximately 10:00 A.M. Mr. and Mrs. Michael
Lynn of 9A Lafayette Terrace, North Hampton, New Hampshire same to the
4
office and reported they were having trouble with Mr. and Mrs. Menesale
Y who own the Wayside Motel in Byfield. Mr. and Mrs. Lynn stated they
entered into an agreement with the Menesale' s to run the Motel. They
were to pay all the bills and other expenses. Mr. & Mrs. Lynn stated
they had numerous disagreements with the Menesale ' s since they took
over the place. Today they were going to meet with the Menesale ' s and
expected to have problems and they requested to have the Police Dept.
in the area. The problem involved a sum of money the Menesale ' s were
claiming the Lynn' s owed, at this time I learned that the Lynn' s were
not working for the Menesale' s but in fact were operating the Motel
and Lounge for themselves. At this time Mr. Lynn produced some papers
and a check book showing that they had payed all the bills and did not
owe any money to the Menesale' s which they were claiming. The receipts
indicate that the Licquor License was paid for by the Lynn' s for the
months of May, June Jul
� y' ' y and August of 1970, also rent on the building
�-_ZS. for the same period, open bottles of Alcoholic Beverages which Mrs.
Lynn stated she purchased from Mrs. Menesale, repairs made on the build-
ing and equipment, Federal Tax Stamp on the Licquor License, Insurance
on the property, Federal and State Tax withholdings and Social Security,
and various other expenses connected with the operation of the Motel.
Mr. Lynn stated that the latest problem came about as a result of
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TOWN OF NEWBURY
POLICE DEPARTMENT
25 W1614 ROAD
..o.,b- NEWBURY, MASS. 01950
TED
DANIEL M. ORFANT
Chief of PeGa
Mrs. Menesale coming into the Lounge and ordering Mr. Lynn to close
down, at this time it was agreed to meet her and her husband on Sun-
day at 2:00 P.M. , this incident took place on Friday August 14th,
1970 around 10:00 P.M. . The reason it was agreed to meet Sunday
was Mrs. Lynn was in the Hospital and expected to be discharged Sat-
urday. On the evening Mrs. Menesale ordered the place closed there
were a couple of patrons who witnessed the episode: William McNulty
of 17 Church St. , Byfield and Mark Savage from North Hampton, New
Hampshire. On Sunday August 16t' the Lynn' s went to the Motel to talk
with the Menesale' s, they did not show up at this time. Mr. and Mrs.
Lynn at this time removed all the items at the Motel that belonged
to them. The Motel remained closed from the. 16tJ' of August.
Daniel M. Orfant
Chief of Police, Newbury
nt
Copy to : Alan Adams, Sec.
1 Richard Knight, Member
Bernard Lojko, Town .Counsel
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: TOWN OF NEWBURY
- POLICE DEPARTMENT
25 HIGH ROAD
NEWBURY, MASS. 01950
TED �
DANIEL M. ORFANT
Chief of Police
Wayside Motel of Byfield Inc. Domenic Menesale Mgr.
' Exhibit 1 .
Note in Domenic' s handwriting spelling out what was owed by
Reggie also directing Ida (Mrs. Menesale) to get Social Security
numbers and other information.
Exhibit 2.
List of items paid by Reggie & Mike on June 8tt', 1970 to Mrs.
D.J. Menesale in cash. This includes the Federal Tax Stamp,
Liquor License for May and June, Juke Box License, Advertise-
ment in the Daily News for Liquor License, and other items.
Exhibit 3.
Four slips of paper indicating brand names of Alcoholic Bev-
erages and price, all marked paid, one May 15t'. Mrs Lynn states
these slips indicate Alcohol purchased from Mrs. Menesale, and
further states the seals were broken on these bottles, these
were sold to her when they first opened the Motel May 5t'.
Exhibit 4.
Rent receipt for 500. 00 dollars, received by Mrs. D.J. Menesale
May 28M 1970.
Exhibit 5.
Receipt for 32. 00 dollars for two Sign Permits, dated May 28t'
1970 and received by Mrs. D.J. Menesale.
Exhibit 6.
Cancelled check endorsed by Domenic Menesale in the amount of
690. 36 in payment for various bills, including June rent am the
Licquor License. J., tr
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TOWN OF NEWBURY
AC
POLICE DEPARTMENT
25 HIGH ROAD
M�a
NEWBURY, MASS. 01950
ATED
DANIEL M. ORPANT
Chief of Police
I Exhibit 7.
Cancelled check in the amount of 540. 00 payment for various
bills and including payment on the Liquor License for the
month of August, endorsed by Domenic Menesale with notation
on back of Check, 136966z 5-2-13.
Exhibit 8.
Check payable to and endorsed by Domenic Menesale in the
amount of 500. 00 dollars, notation on check Motel rent for July
Exhibit 9.
Check made payable to Domenic Menesale in the amount of
562. 00 dollars for various invoices listed and also cash
payments for Motel Tax in the amount of 89. 63 for July.
Exhibit 10.
Check made payable to Domenic Menesale in the amount of 751 . 00
dollars in payment of listed bills.
X' vl
Exhibit 11 .
Consisting of six pages, including instructions to turn in a
certain amount of money each week for Federal and State Taxes,
also Social Security withholdings, receipts signed by both Mr.
and Mrs. Menesale.
Exhibit 12.
Series of other Invoices and Checks for equipment used to
repair building and equipment, and other items used in the
operation of the Motel and Lounge.
Y
mow. TOWN OF NEWBURY
POLICE DEPARTMENT
' 23 H1614 ROAD
" 4 NEWBURY, AAASS. 01950
DANIEL M. ORFANT
CI@F eF Pelk*
7:00 P.M. , August 30, 1970
Talked with William McNulty of 17 Church Street, Byfield
J regarding the incident at the Wayside Motel, Friday, August 14,
1970 around 10:00 P.M. Mr. McNulty stated that when Mrs. Menesale
came into the lounge she was quite upset and was very loud. She
appeared to have been drinking. Mrs. Menesale stated she wanted the
place closed. Mr. McNulty stated that he has seen Mrs. Menesale upset
on prior occasions but never this bad. When Bill first got there
Mike Lynn informed Bill that Mrs. Menesale was on her way over, she
called from Beverly, and that Domenic was away at camp. Asked Bill
if Domenic was there, he stated no, and did not see him or his car
outside. The only car he saw was Mrs. Menesale' s.
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l x
138 . § 21 PUBLIC SAFIMY AND WOD,ORDMI
St.1965. c. 641I, wee repealed by at..1969,to not papabie undet tbs provtslosa of ass
C. 698, 1 84. section twenty-four. sball make and ills.
1969 Related Laws. St.1969, C. 546, 1 24, with the comma donar of oosporatiogr and ;
by section 34 made applicable to sales of al- taxation a complete inventory thereof wftb..,.
coholic beverages or alcohol and to impm- in twenty days thereafter and aball
tation of malt beverages1
into the common_ acid �mmisobasr, at the fleas at ifils*,
wealth on and after Aug. 1, 1969, provided: such Inventory. an exeise wltti respect to....
,.There is hereby imposed, in addition to such alcoholic beverages and *sa9iol.in as ;
the excise levied under the i
provisions of amount peal to fourteen per eeAt ed the
section twenty-one of chapter one hundred excise Imposed under the proviaipaa
and thirty-eight of the General L.a , an tion twent„ona of
&VtOr me additional excise equal to fourteen per cent thlrq-eight of the General Lawsch . ate,
of the excise imposed under the provldono sot In addition thereto. All provhgms at
of said section twenty-one. All provisions oak section tWouty one retattre to the as_
of said section relative to the aseesomant, aesstnent, oalieotion, p&yrMnt. abatement.
collection, payment, abatement, verification verlflostift and adminbusuilpOt
and administration of said excise, including dins clu penaniti,is,shW, so tar fir'In.pertinent. .
penalties, shall, so far ao pertlneot, be ap- be applicable to the exclp imggo. b this
plicable to the excise Imposed by this sac- section,"
on."
<:
st.11169, C. 546, 1 26, by section 94 ttsaQe of- ` >spsefal bps enlace, Ne
fective July 31, 1%$, provided: "Elvery It- IN F.s. Vol' 1s. Pewm f SOL
censed manufacturer, wholwler, tinporter ' Law ltivlew Coinn Mrierlse
and other licensee under chapter one Sales tan. Jarila �[ ]Sahp (]( Arl* !>Mh
hundred and thirty-eight of the General 10 19estea I*J.2►0'9,p.19. ,
Laws, who, at the coinnvnm*toant of the 1. to tla��at
business on the day next foaowing the ef-
fective date of this section, has on hand for to zZol" , At1r�iM .
sale t the h person
covered by a bogprovision
is-
of and of�1fi,1s Ott sued to such person under anyM p arty- ig t. by pfovIs104a d:,GUU to die-
said chapter one hundred and thirty-elsht,
or at any other premises.aq alsoholic bev- olosule '0041*-
erases or alcohol with respppt to which the ad Is - �� of 4ai" or
additional excise imposed andw seotion 0 state aseaey. 0o.Atty.46M
twenty-four of this act has not bean paid or Nov.It 1* log.
n
GENERAL PROVISIONS AS TO LIB AND Pull KITS
1 23. Use of termli`Beenses-mW Pew. 1e BOMW '.
permits; ref goal to IM" or ts¢aggi: retiit9d. r t
t.
fee; transfers; death of holden"/tateil t di1�s. > er d
persons with beneficial Interest I&Heeaae
The terms licensee and permits, wherever employed an sabstasthsa io 0 44dthAw`7
ter, are used In their technical sense of a license or permit, �.
rovided in this r at and bout
asons Me or a eoeuuoe
same officers or agen -ilno MMr Me 006 deb"teid aliltheAty, as atltbv9fted*fir
issue of such licenses or permits. The prodatonr a the Ipps at liftnlds'and Imo.:.
mite hereunder imply to intention to create rights>p3iterally fer plersol9i-to 'or s
continue In the transaction of the baetness aatbof9sed by the lieemw or petmJts rti- '
spectively, but are euactedwith a view Only to sad
manner as to protect um eomMon the op111io,
of the licensing authorities, an adequate number of pieces at wbleb ,tbs pubiic.
may obtain, in the manner and for the kind of axe indicated, the different evets 4d.
beverages for the sale of which provision is made.
No holder of such a license or it hereunder shall h
in any documentor r ev n sense
ue e U
. __M_nx 6%jorltles. a sa e
neion revocatlo c�fnce or to a
entitled upon demand On re0 , The smWw or
4
3tx.-t.
Pt. 1,Art. 12 CONSTITUTION OF MASSACHUSETTS Note 162
quiring license for practice thereof is of it does not deprive ndant of
not unconstitutional as arbitrary or ir- any property, mmuni privilege
rational. McMurdo v. Getter (1937) 10 within the mesa of words in
N.E.2d 139, 298 Mass.363. the Declaration of Rights, art.
The right to engage In any lawful oc-
cupation may be qualified or restricted
under police power, and one may be re-
mittees
quired to show his qualifications and ob- One alleging that her constitutional
tain license attesting his skill and char. rights had been violated by fiction of
acter before engaging in a particular oc- special commission to investigate com-
cupation, where interests of public might munism by its listing of her name In in-
be endangered by activities of incompe- terim report as one who had been a
tent or unreliable persons. Id. communist party member could maintain
action against members of commission,
In prosecution tinder Q.L. c. 130, 184, consisting of two members of Senate,
for taking clams from shores and tide- three members of House, and two others,
waters of town without permit for com- and against clerks of House and Senate,
mercial use, defendant did not establish seeking, inter alla, to have their action
violation of his constitutional rights un- declared unconstitutional and to have
der U.S.C.A.Const. Art. 1, ¢ 10; U.S.C.A. plaintiff's name expunged from records.
Const.Amend. 14; this article and Pt. 1, Luscomb v. Bowker (1956) 136 N.E.2d
art. 1, where defendant failed to show 19 334 Mass 488
what title he had, or that deed to closed
area was unqualified as against com- Action against members of special
monwealth,or that area was to be perm- commission to study and report on com-.
anently or absolutely closed. Com. v. munist activities, alleging that Inclusion
Howes (1930) 169 N.E. 806, 270 Maas. 6P. of name of plaintiff in,interim report as
one who had been communist party mem-
License to engage in hnslneaF of trans- her violated her constitutional rights
porting pa w4-ngo-i; t.-r hin- i� privilogo, and *eeking that her name he expunged
and not emit ract o prtNtw•rt v si,,rl4 v v rr(wi r.epnrt was not rendered moot mere-
Wilson I1!t'.r i:a, VE. 41 _%l Wir'ua. 20 ly hooause interim report had been Issued
mrtiorarl denial 46 S.Ut. 320, 2;ti U.S. whore otatates creating commission call-
(UP), 72) L.Ed. 738. ed for issuance of final report which had
Orders of police commissioner sus- not looen Issued. Id.
pending licenses without action against Time for filing its report was terminal
licensees' competitors was, neither arbi- point of existence of special investlgat-
trary nor invasive of constitutional Ing commission clearly not intended to
rights. Id. become permanent part of governmental
St.1894, c. 522, $$ 87, 98, requiring In- structure, notwithstanding terminology
surance brokers to obtain licenses before of creating resolve that "said commis-
transacting business in state, do not de- lion is hereby further directed to report
prive them of their rights without due to the general court the results of its in-
process of law. Com. v. Roswell (lKwi) vestigations • • •." CatwA v. Cor-
'r3 N.E. 132,173:Mass. 119. coran (1955)123 N.E.2d 221,332 Mass.44.
In the case of Com. v. Kinsley (1882) Provision of G.L.(Ter.Ed.) c. 152, 1 9B
133 Mass. 578, the court said: "The fnr a binding.r'eport of medical referees,
keeping of a pool table for hire is one trlwm information unknown to parties
of many things affecting the public and which parties can never learn, on
morals, which the Legislature can either the hasis of an ex parte Investigation,
absolutely prohibit or can regulate, and Is unconstitutional as depriving a party
one common form of regulation is by re- of his fundamental rights,as violative of
quiring a lionise. A licensee takes his constitutional rights of acquiring, Poo-
license subject to such conditions as t sew.sing. and protecting property, of aeek-
Legrs a ure sees fit to Impose, and one ing and obtaining safety and happiness,
or the statutory conditions of this Iteense or prowction by society in the enjoyment
WaR TnKT. it might w revoked the se- of his life, liberty, and property amord-
er men at th err t saw ire. Sucha li- ing to standing laws, of right to produce
cense s not a contract, an a revocation all proofs that may be favorable to him,
178
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C
Yt. 1,Art.,30 CONSTITUTION OF MASSACHUSETTS Note 41
decree Is delegation of legislative power Cohn v. Carlisle (1941) 37 N.E.2d 260,
to judiciary in violation of this article, 3.10 Mass. )26; Newton Bldg. Co. Y.
in view of Stat.1909, c. 490, Pt. 1, § 52, Commissioner nt Corporations and Taxa-
and Rev.Laws, c. 20, § 7. City of Boston tion (11134) IND \F. 543, 295 Mass. 471;
v. City of Chelsea (1912) 98 N.E. 620, In re Martell's P..tate t11131) 177 N.E.
212 Mass. 127. 102, 276 Mass. 174: t'Ir) if Revere v,
St.1896, c. 488, authorizing supreme Special Judge of Dist cooirt of r•tielsea
(1928) 160 N.E. 431, _%K' Matix Va.
Judicial court to fix water rates was not _
unconstitutional as requiring courts to Exceptions cannot rm,Wy he read In-
exercise legislative functions. Janvrin to a statute enacted are nn emergency
v. Revere Water Co. (1899) 55 N.E. 381, measure to collect revenue from all div-
174 Mass. 514, 47 L.R.A. 319. idends within legislative jurisdiction.
St.1869, c. 272. providing that commis- U. S. Trust Co. v. Commissioner of Cor-
stoners appointed for that purpose
porations and Taxation (1938) 13 N.E.
should cause to be made new draws in 2d 6, 299 Mass. 296, certiorari denied
certain bridges belonging to the common- 50 S.Ct. 359, 305 U.S. 659, 83 L.Ed. 427;
wealth, and should apply so much as Brett v. Commissioner of Corporations
might be necessary of the bridge fund and Taxation (1938) 13 N.E.2d 6, 299
to the construction of the draws, and
Mass. 2W, certiorari denied 59 S.Ct. 359,
should apportion and assess upon the 305 U.S. 6.59, 83 L.Ed. 427; High v.
two cities at the extremities of the Commissioner of Corporations and Taxa-
bridges the expense of maintaining .:ud tion (19.391 13 N.E.2d 6, 299 Mass. 296,
keeping in repair each bridges aid rt'niorari denied V R f`t. 359, 305 U.S.
draws, and should assign and AivtM MW Ct 1.Fit ♦v^
between the cities any surplus of the N},r.p , ,v, t. , . l,••ttt a ellear
fund, and, if the MrA stwPiAd prove an.M retA t9:.; .t e. •.+.ur i.+tt an.i that
humlHcient. ch.utkl a.40~ '10 a4tpartim lnt..u11441 '4watses wtti, rtk w„r". courts
ar:nng the,hies nt►rh Aefi• t.. •Y. was not arr hound by it. U. S. v. Palmer (1818)
uneonstittiti,mal, aM ImpowiLig legislative 16 U.S. 610, 3 Wheat. 610, 4 L.Ed. 471.
functiottg m; ii-licial officers. Dow v.
Wakefield (1181)9) 103 Mass. 267. The courts must construe statutes as
an ey_have no r tr It to con-
Where St.1868, c. 309, providing for IE,t, ore on w at t e Legislature would
taking and laying out certain road and have enacted If they had oreaeen the
bridges of a turnpike corporation for occurrence of a carticular case. Harry
a public road, upon the acceptance of an uregg, Jr. Family Foundation, Inc.
the report of commissioners to be ap- v. Commissioner of Corporations and
pointed by the court, enacts that the Taxation (1954) 116 N.E.2d 146, 330
commissioners shall determine and Mass. 538.
award damages to the corporation, and
what proportions of the same shall lie When statute is revised, or one act
paid by the several counties through framed.from annt►n!r, *Pond parts being
which the road passes and the right Is ,mitted. parts imitte.1 raimca be revived
reserved to the corporation of an appeal by construction but mural Ire considered
to a jury this was not unconstitutional• am auunlled. Brrxkton Edison Co. v.
as imposing on the judiciary the exer- 1•ammispktmr of Corporations and Taxa-
else of legislative power. Salem Turn- non (11444) #i6 N.Y-2d 1, 319 Mass. 406.
pike & Chelsea Bridge Corp. v. Essex �..'
County (1868) 100 Mass. 282. Th•- vein cannot extend the statutes
by om%tructivn beyond their fair Import
42. - Construction and Interpreta- in order to reach a desirable result.. Id.
tion of statutes If at, omission of the Legislature in
Court is horrid to interpret a statule a stat,tte was Intentional, no court can
as t s written, and cannot read int sui)l•!v it, and, if the omission was due
a--statute woes that legis stare did to itiadvertenee, an attempt to supply
t see fit to enihod in the enactment. it by Including the omission is tanta-
In re West •) 4H N.E.2d mount to adding a meaning not intended
Dfass. 146; Amory v. Assessors of Bos- by the Legislature. Mitchell v. Mitchell
ton (1941) 37 N.F.2d 459, 310 Mass. 199; (1912) 43 N.E.2d 783, 312 Mass. 154.
230
30 6
PUBLIC SAMT AND (,GOOD ORDER 138 f 23
net adlad/0a1ery ptoesrdlft within admia-
Lguor licenser an Hcenses in a technical Ltrative procedure act (e. i0A. 1 1 at sea.),
souse.which are revocable at pleasure with- at least at the outset, said. In order to In.
out asdt<nment of reasons by granting woke provisions for judicial rewlew of act.
authority, and am not intended to confer petitioners would be requited to&bow that
treated property rights In the holder. Opts- they had the right to an agony hearing.
loft of the Justice& (Mg) fit N.ILSd $23. Springaeld Hotel Assn. Inc. v. Aleobotto
Beverages Control Commission (IM) Ii7
qRx'i eat 0 NAL Ild 319. fill Mass. $99.
perate llauor 1loseaw were.Dot entitled to 4.5 Tratnater of licanas
determination of question whether this Where eassutors-trusws holding stock
section prohibited ettsenters or trustees of oarportaq Sgnor lioassea agreed to me.
from owning stock of ilosases whore they cum Arai aQaetive sppa&vel from city lt-
alleged so few facts that detaraalsatlotn of causing board as to change, of officers, 41-
questlon would be tautamount to decision rectors, and stockholders of oorperatloa by
union abstract proposition of law. Silver- particular date am condition preoadMt of
man'* Liquor Mart. Inc. ♦. Licensing Bd. buyers' performance of pural ase agree-
for City of Boston (1966), 304 N.E.fd 713, meets, and beard's approval was subject
i348 Mass bit. to reservations as to whether exacutor or
Liquor license Issued to incorporated trustee could own stook in corporate n.
--t—rant was not cash payment for stock con&". condition pCocadent had not oe-
which was authorized to be Issued only for tutted and exe0utors-trustw could not
cash, and Incorporators were jointly liable oornpal bnyase' speelfle performance. all-
for corporate obligations where payment va m",s Liquor Mart. Inc. v, Licensing
for stock, value of license excluded, did Igo, for City of Boston (111,") f94 N.f:fd
not matlsfy their liability. Bay State York 713. 34S Mew. $34.
Co. v. Cobb (1964) 196 N.E.3d tit, 3"Mau. Transfer of liquor license to a corpora-
tion wY sot precJnded because sworn
W*o eontsuet was to tent lauor - atatagnut Wd wtth apptk#ttse.'oeseus-
cenN and to rent or sell.,roo estate as a IV &9tswed owftord" of shares, what* in-
dotsplKe transaction. It was illegal Is Its esrneet report was an error on part of at-
entirety. Nuall do Armstrong v. Keough torow without intent to deealva Cleary
96. v. Casdttllo'a. Ise, (1984) 194 N.11.11d ifl.
$47 Maas W.
as a municipal yroJact, did trot. In and of L Review
Itself, prohibit its Wing gated a license Approval of Aloobolle Beverage Control
to dtWsnse UcohOW laverasss for sale: Commission of seven-day all alooboft bov-
participation by the city of Boston created erases risers was discretionary and re-
cto legal Lnpsdfinent to the granting of quires no 9rsnrJ and did not relate to oz.
the Ilsense. Op.Atty.aba. Dec. 17. 19f6. P. evelso of my jbd9eW or quasi-judicial fuse-
Its. Ones. and Ifta a was no adjudlcstory pro-
Alcobolle beverage control coamlesioe is esedi ng, and tberaf re order of Conunlsslon
specifically authorized to nishe ret<"I.Ions could not be reviewed on writ of eortiorsri,
governing the submission by applioants of P7rst Church of Christ. Sciestlot, in Baton
sworn statements and doeewnts concern- v. Alcoholic Beverages Control CosvnHsion
ing the direct or Indirect ownership of and (19") 1f7 MAN W. 340 Mass. 373.
direct or Indirect holding of beneficial In- Qs MMR whether city licensing board
terests In an applicant's business. Op-Atty. could be dimeted to approve without roaer-
Gen. Aug. it, 19e6, P. 94. -it— petition for transfer. of corporate
L Nearing Ifcsoiles's stocks became moot by doter-
Grand Jury witness charged with con- minatlon that executors-trastess holding
tempt for failure to answer. an ground of stock could, not enforce purchase agree.
privilege against self-lnriissinatioa, Buss- moot for that stock. Silverman'• Liquor
tlona propounded in course of hornic le Mart, Ise. T. Lwwmditg Bd. for City of
hearing, am to whether he know two young Boston (19}6) fat N.ii.3d 113, 348 Mace. 624.
ladles and as to decedent's asserted mow- Propriety of Issuance of liquor license
ments In witsw' restaurant was entitled in 19e2 did not become moot notwithataud-
to examine assistant district ettorney as to lug that Incenses am issued annually where
his past statements In regard to ownership bill nooessarlly presented for decision ques-
of restaurant and movements of theme two tion whether at any time a package store
young ladies. SwAreW v. Corn. (1961) 172 license could be smated to a corporation
N.E.3d 449, 343 Maas. Ull. M A.L.R.fd 4". on basis of 1941 transfer of another's It.
Proceeding before licensing authorities on copse sad In view *(,ownership of stock in
petition for transfer of liquor license was other licensed companies and of location of
wiz
F.
Note 22 JUDICIARY POWER Pt. 2,C.3
15. Administrative findings or actions 1 29), after adjudication, stay further
Even in a case involving a claim of proceedings pending obtaining of dis-
confiscation or of other violation of con- charge, it is not required to do so, but
stitutional right, there is no constitution- can proceed to judgment. Christian
al requirement as to precise method by Feigenspan v. McDonald (1909) 87 N.E.
which court must review a commission's 624, 201 Mass. 341.
findings of fact provided method is fully
adequate to enable reviewing court to 17. Corporations
make certain that it has before it all Whether corporate charter has been
available pertinent evidence on the con- so utinused that it should be forfeited
stitutional issue and provided that, as or suspended is judicial question and
to that issue, court is free to act upon Its not legislative or governmental. In re
own independent judgment as to both Opinion of the Justices O921) 131 N.E.
law and fact. Opinion of the Justices 29, 237 Nfass. 619; Boston Elevated lly.
(1952) 106 N.E.2d 259. 328 Mass. 679. Co. v. Com. (1942) 39 N.E.2d 87, 310
Mass. 528.
Only when a legislative finding of a
board of health of a city cannot be sup- I& Crimes and criminal procedure
ported on any rational basis of fact that
reasonably can he conceived to sustain Trial for crimes and imposition of
it, is a court empowered to strike it sentences are court functions. Sheehan
down, and, if question is fairly debat- v. Superintendent of Concord Reforma-
able, courts cannot substitute.their judg- tory (1926) 150 N.E. 231, 254 Mass. 342.
ment for that of the board. Druzik v. Execution of sentence is an executive
Board of Health of Haverhill (1949) 85 or ministerial and not a judicial func-
N.E.2d 232, 324 Mass. 129. tlon. Com. v. Dascalakis (1923) 140 N.
Courts cannot be required by statute E. 470, 246 Mass. 12.
to register mechanical approval of doings
of administrative or executive commit- 19. Illegal or Immoral transactions
tee. In re Opinion of the Justices (1925) Courts will not lend their aid to re-
147 N.E. 681, 251 Mass. 569. lieve ar tes from results their own
Illegal adventures. occt v. Lembo
16. Bankruptcy proceedings (1950) 92 N.E.2d 254, 325 Mass. 707.
Bankruptcy Act (11 U.S.C.A. 1 29(a)) Courts will not aid in the enforce-
does not require .peremptory stay of ment nor afford relief against the evil,
pending action against bankrupt in state con uencea of an illegal or Immoral
court after adjudication in bankruptcy, contra Berman v. Coakley (1923) 137
and such court has jurisdiction and may N.E. 667, 243 Mass. 348, 26 A.L.H. 92.
proceed to judgment even after adjudi-
cation. Yale University v. Weissman 20. International law
(1937)5 N.E.2d 444,296 Mass.239.
International law is a part of the law
Whether action against bankrupt on of the United States, and must be ad.
claim dischargeable in bankruptcy shall ministered whenever involved in causes
be stayed after adjudication rests within presented for determination, though in
trial judge's discretion. Wexler v. Davis a state court. Riddell v. Fuhrman(1919)
(1934) 189 N.E. 824, 286 Mass. 142. 123 N.E. 237, 233 Mass. 611.
Under Bankr.Act, 1 11 (11 U.S.C.A. 1
29), whether action founded on claim 21. Penalties and forfeitures
from which discharge would be release Courts do not look with favor on penal-
and pending against person at time of ties and forfeitures. Judkins v. Char-
filing of.petition against him shall be ette (1926) 151 N.E. 81, 255 illfass. 76,
stayed, after an adjudication of bank- 45 A.L.R. 1.
ruptey, is determined by trial court in
exercise of discretion. Smith v. Miller 22. Political Questions
(1917) 115 N.E.243,226 Mass. 187. The supreme judicial court cannot
While court in which contractual snit decide political questions, and, if a man-
is pending agninst bankrupt may, under damns proceeding involves nothing hilt
Act Bankr.1898, c. 541, 1 11 (11 U.S.C.A. a political question, the petition must
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 307
September 8, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tway,
September 8, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Thomas Joyce - Elm street, Byfield
Leonard Dobson - Old Point Road, Plum Is.
Selectman Knight presented the Board with a letter concerning the
aspects of having rubbish collection in, the entire town. The
Selectmen will appoint a committee of three interested persons to
look into all costs , including sanitary landfill at the Town
Dump. The committee , following the guideline in the letter, will
report to the Board no later than December 15, 1970.
At 8 o 'clock, the Selectmen' s meeting was adjourned. Chairman
Lowe reopened the meeting and the Board sat as licensing author-
ities .
A hearing, concerning as alcoholic license which had been res-
cinded by the Board, was held at 8:00 P.M. for Mr. and Mrs.
Dominic Menesale of the Wayside Motel. Dominic Menesale , re-
presented by Attorney llarvey Beit , felt that he was unjustly
charged. Police Chief Orfant presented the evidence , which he
had obtained on this issue. Atbcrney Beit and Chier Orfant,
then entered into a question and answer period. A recess was
called ' at 9: 10 P.M.
When the meeting was reopened at 9: 20 P.M. , the Board was
presented with Attorney Beit ' s information pertaining, to this
matter, He asked many questions of a witness , Michael Lynn,
9A Lafayette Terrace , North Hampton, N.H. Chairman Lowe stated
that this man was not on trial and that` no personalities should
be involved as this was only a hearing. Shortly, thereafter,
a voiceterous discussion broke out between Mr. Lojko and Mr.
Beit. Chairman Lowe closed the hearing. The Selectmen took
this license under advisement.
The Selectmen ' s meeting was resumed at 9:45 P.M.
The weekly warrant was signed for $26,242.86.
The Board approved a list of persons, submitted by Town Clerk
Ralph Lowell , to work at the polls , September 150, the day of
the State Primary.
Building permits were issed to :
Leonard Dobson - 4 room cottage, Old Point Rd. , Plum Is.
Robert F. Webb - to complete a building, Old Pt. Rd. Plum Is.
Gordon Erskine - 2 room addition, Dartmouth Way, Plum Is .
Thomas Joyce - to erect a 5 room house, Elm St. , Byfield
D. M. Damagers - an addition loth St. , Plum Is.
James H. Asherwood and Eugene L. Kline - construct a dormer
Alexander M. Clark, Real Estate Trust.
The meeting; was adjourned at 10 : 15 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING O`�
September 22, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was Yield on Tuesday,
September 22, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant was signed for P74,778.04.
The following departments which need transfers were discussed
with Auditor 4shton Knight:
Auditor' s expense $100.00
Town Hall Maintenance 500.00
Lifeguards 71.85
Parks 550.00
A meeting was set up between the B nance Committee and the Board
of Selectmen for the followingright , Wednesday, September 23rd
at 8:00 P.M.
Sewerage Disposal. Permits were issued to :
Peter McElroy - 267 High Road
Mrs . Nora Ring - 5 Fairview Ave.
Patrick Phelan and Neil Mile attended the meeting and stated that
there will be an outing for Representative George Twomey at
Silver Hills on Scotland Road, the property of Mr. Ronan, on
October loth from 1 - 5. They requested a one day liquor license.
Permission for the liquor license was denied by the Board.
A hearing will be held on October 13, 1970 at 8:00 P.M. on an
application of Judith L. Condon to transfer the All Alcoholic
Package Goods Store License now held by her, to Lucien LaPorte ,
DBA Guilford' s Package Store.
Another hearing will be held at 8: 15 P.M. on October 13th on an
application of the Byfield Hy-Way Inn, Inc . , James Zafarana,
President and Manager, to transfer the Inn Holder - Common Vic-
tualer License , now held by him, to Americana Motor Inn, Inc .
Frank Cashman, President and Manager, at` the same address .
Philip Robichaud sent a letter to the Board of Health concerning
the overflowing septic tank and leaching field on Paul ' s Way.
He mentioned that he is not responsible for improving the con-
dition that exists. He said that Mrs . Theresa Wells , 7 Fair-
view Avenue and Mrs . Patricia Foley, Paul ' s Way, are trustees
of the property involved and that they should be liable .
The special committee to look into the feasibility of rubbish
collection for the entire town and for having sanitary landfill
at the Town Dump, was appointed. Chairman Lowe submitted the
name of Charles H. Bashaw, Central Street. - -Selectman Adams
named David P. Stickney, 139 High Fbad and Selectman Knight named
Joseph H. Frost , 168 High Fbad.
Selectman Adams said thatMrs. Morris and Harge Emerson had spoken
to him about charging people for having copies made up on the
town' s copying machine. The Board set up a fee of 250 for
residents and 500 for out-of-towners for each copy. 'There would
be no charge for official town business .
Town Clerk, Ralph Lowell , has had inquiries from residents,
wondering if the oyster beds would be opened. Selectman Adams
stated that he had recently given some oysters to Bill Jerome
of the Department of Natural Resources for observation. The
State will notify the T)wn in writing of the results. The Board
voted unanimously to leave the beds closed until further notice.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 15 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
September 23, 1970
.A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held with the J
Finance Committee on Wednesday, September 23, 1970 at 8:00 P.M.
The Board and Finance Committee discussed the entire balance sheet.
The transfers of the followin departments were approved:
Auditor' s expense 100.00
Town Hall Maintenance 500.00
Lifeguards 100.00
Parks 550.00
The article concerning the hot-topping; around the Green Pond was
also discussed. An estimate of between $2200 to $2300 was re-
ceived from Robert Bashaw. A transfer of $900 would be needed
to complete this project. It was decided by the Board and Fin-
ance committee that this work should be postponed until next
year because of lack of funds.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :00 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
L
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING � c7
October 13 , 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
October 13., 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Ralph Peirce , lOth St. , P.I. complained to the 8bard about a dog
which barks at all hours. The Selectmen asked Town Clerk Ralph
Lowell if the dog in question had been licensed. Since Mr. Lowell
.checked his records and found thatthe dog had not been licensed,
the Board decided that the Dog Officer should go to the Island
and pick the dog up.
Mr. Peirce also spoke about holes in his street. He wondered
if the Highway Department would fill in the holes. The Board told
him to contact the Highway Surveyor.
A pblic hearing was held at 8 o 'clock on the application of Judith
L. Condon to transfer the All Alcholic Package Goods Store License
now held by her to Lucien LaPorte. There was no opposition; the
transfer was granted. The hearing was closed at 8:08 13.11.
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Ernest E. Poore - Riverside 'Drive , Plum Is .
Mrs. James C. Dolliver - Middle Road
A letter was received from the Alcoholic Beverage Commission',
stating that a public hearing will be held in their office at
10: 30 A.M. on Tuesday, October 27 , 1970, concerning the license
that was revoked from the Wayside Motel in Byfield. They asked
that someone be present to represent the Town of Newbury and to
present evidence.
At 8: 15 P.M. , a hearing was held by the HyWay Inn, Inc . , James
Zaffarana, President and Manager, ,to transfer the Inn Holder-
Common. Victualers License now held by him to Americana Motor
Inn, Frank Cashman, President and Manager. There was no op-
position, the request for transfer was granted. The hearing
was closed at 8: 25 P.M.
An entertainment license fee was set up by the Selectmen as U2.00
and � 2.00 for each day.
Police Chief Orfant expressed a need for two additional men on
the force. There is a shortage , due to the local highway con-
struction and becguse of the extra men being used at the HyWay
Inn. He submitted the names of Richard Dennis, Central Street,
and Francis J. Fornier, South Street. The Chief has checked into .
both of their backgrounds and found them favorable. Mr. Dennis
and Mr. Fornier were ;hen called before the Board to be inter-
viewed. Their appointments were taken under advisement.
Mrs . Prophet attended the meeting to present a plan of a proposed
sewerage sewerage disposal system for the Parker River Uplands on the Burns
property, which she has purchased along Route 1. Clayton M.
Hyland, the architect , 4 Market Street , Ipswich, was also present
to explain the system. He stated that this was only a proposal
of the plan and 11as not definite yet. The Board asked many
questions, which Mr.;. Hyland answered. There was no action taken.
The weekly warrant was signed for 4�89,512.88.
Articles , whichwill be submitted inthe special Town. Meeting to
be held on October 28b, were discussed.. Transfers from the
surplus revenue will be :
Town Hall Maintenance � 500.00
Elections & Registrations 500.00
Police 3500.00
for a total of $4500.00
Selectman Knight suggested that an article be placed in the
warrant to set up a Department of Public Works to replace the
elected- office of Highway Surveyor. The Board agreed and this
article will be written with the cooperation of the Town Counsel.
The Board voted that there would be no parking at the areas posted
on. Pine Island Road as a temporary measure during .the Hunting
season.
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TELEPHONE: 727.3040
October 5, 1970
Board of Selectmen
Town of Newbury
Massachusetts, 01950
Gentlemen:
The Commission will hold a public hearing
at this office at 10:30 o 'clock A. M. on Tuesday,
October 27, 1970, on the appeal of Wayside Motel
of Byfield, Inc. , Dominic Menesale, Manager, from
the action of your Board in revoking its Restaurant
license for the sale of all kinds of alcoholic
beverages for premises located at 38 Wayside Avenue,
Newbury.
We are sending you this notice of hearing so
that you may be present or represented thereat for
the purpose of furnishing information or facts re-
lating to this appeal.
Very truly yours,
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION
George V. Nelson
GVN/jr Secretary
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
October 14, 1970 (cont)
Chairman Lowe drew the name of Florence Burns, 'Turnpike , to sit
as a juror in %lem.
Dane Wescott, Pine Island Road, was drawn by S�lectman might to
serve as a juror in Lawrence.
Building permits were issued to :
William Gordon - an addition to a garage, Longbrook Rd.
Mrs. James. C. Dolliver - to erect a new mobile home to
replace her existing home that the State is taking on,
Middle Road. •
Charles C. Savage - an addition to an existing dwelling, 17 New-
bury Neck Road
S. F. Kimball - an addition to an existing dwelling, Riverfront
A public hearing will be held for Mr. Capolupo on October 27th at
8:00 P.M. He requests .perrnission to fill in marshland that abuts
his property on Plum Island- Turnpike.
Jim Truelgen, the Veteran' s Agent , was present to discuss with
the Selectmen, claims which have and , have, not been paid.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
3-1-7::
October 17, 1970
An emergency meeting of the Board of Selecemen was held on
October 17, 1970 to appoint -two new police officers.
Richard Dennis , Central Street, Byfield and Francis J. Fornier,
S.oizth Street, Byfield, were appointed until the Annual Town
.election in March, after which reappointments will be made.
The two new officers will be trained by working with the other
police officers on the force.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
October 2 ), 197(
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
October 27, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Francis B. Byrne , a resident of Plum Island, appeared before the
Board, stating that approximately two years ago when the Down
resurfaced and installed the sidewalk on Northern Blvd. under
Chapter 90, the driveway to his property was sloped in such a
manner that it allowed surface waterfrom the boulevard to float
onto his property. He wondered if it would be possible to place
a strip of hot top along the edge of the road in order to prevent
the water from running down axid washing away his driveway. He
was told by the Board that this would probably cause a large puf-
dle to be trapped on the road, which would cause a safety hazard.
The Board asked Mr. Byrne if a load of gravel could be used in
his driveway to stop the water from running t1 mugh. 1"Ir. Byrne
agreed to this and also to , the idea of a catch basin being; in-
stalled in the spring. Chairman Lowe will check with the Highway
Surveyor to see if a load of gravel can be deposited in. this area.
The weekly warrant was signed for $45,011.86.
At 8 o 'clock a public hearing was held for Mr. & Mrs . Capolupo,
who seek permission to fill in their property on Plum Island
Turnpike. A plan was presented of the area to be filled. by Mr.
Capolupo. There was no opposition. The hearing was closed at
8: 10 P.M.
Robert Walton and Arthur Gill , President and Vice President of
the Lions Club, were present at the meeting to ask approval of
the Selectmen to install four new benches around the Green Pond.
The benches will be purchased from the Walpole State Prison.
The Board unanimously voted to accept these benches and would
like to express their gratitude to the Lions Club.
Sewerage Disposal permits were issued to :
Walton Brothers - Maple Terrace
Jospeh Jaques - 42 Parker Street
Stanley Bill - Moulton Street
William Burns also submitted a sewerage disposal permit, which
was not properly filled out. He will not be issued a permit
until proper forms are completed.
The Board took this opportunity to warn Mr_ . Burns about moving
sand around on Plum Island.
Mr. Capolupo ' s plan to fill in property on Plum Island Turnpike
was then discussed by the %lectmen. It was voted to send a
. letter to the Department of Natural Resources concerning the
results of the hearing. The Selectmen have a right to suggest
any changes if they deem it is necessary. The Board suggests on
this landfull by Mr. Capolupo that "rip-rap" should be placed
along the creek so that no fill can wash onto the wetlands. It
was also suggested that on high-run tides this landfill should not
trap any water. If it does , it should be ditched or drained
properly.
Chairman Lowe stated that the li.fegurad chairs have not been
removed from the beach on Plum Island yet. It was decided that
Bob Colby of the Park Department will pick them up and store them
for the season.
The Board agreed to `a recommendation from Selectman Knight , that
because of the "no burning law" now in effect, a sign should be
erected in the Newbury Town Dump prohibiting any burning there.
The warrant was signed by the Selectmen for the State Election
to be held on November 3, 1970.
Building permits were issued to :
Stanley Bill - a new garage , Moulton Street
Walton Brothers - a four-room house, 14 Maple Terrace
The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 35 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams . Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 3 2 '9
November 10, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tursday,
November 10, 1970 at 7 : 30 P.M.
A number of residents from Plumisland were present with a petition
requesting permission to construct a hockey rink, 50' x 100 ' at
the town owned parking lot next to the comfort station. Theywere
told by the Board that they could use this area with the condition
it is cleaned up after the skating season has ended and left as it
was before. Two loads of gravel will be provided by- the highway
department. The residents will supply the labor and materials for
this project. The Board will7ook .into the feasibility of installing
a light in this area. -
Another petition was received from residents on Old Point concern-
ing a German shepard dog owned by Jack Wysong. A complainant
stated that the dog had ,killed her poodle and had caused numerous
disturbances in the neighborhood. Mr. Wysong will' be notified in
writing by the Board to either restrain the dog or destroy it.
Bob Colby of the Parks Department came before the Board wondering
why he had not been paid for the use of his jeep when he collected
the lifeguard chairs at Plum Island. Following clarification by
Mr. Colby, the bill was resubmitted and will be paid.
At 8 o ' clock, the Board went into executive session with the an-
ance Committee and Mr. Lojko to discuss the case between the
Licensing Board and the Wayside Motel.
The regular meeting resumed at 9: 30 P.M.
Selectman Adams drew the ,name of William R. Beckman, Greentree
Lane , to serve as a juror at Lawrenc-e , December 71 1970.
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Isabelle Dole - Cottage Road
Thurlow F. Nelson - Turnpike, Rt. 1
Building permits were issued to :
Jean Wilson - Rolfes Lane
Thurlow F. Nelson - a. six-room dwelling, Turnpike , Route 1.
The weekly warrant was signed for $30,582.83.
Bills were discussed by the Board. Auditor, Ashton Knight, said
that many of the appropriations in the Highway Department are
very low and that the Highway Surveyor should be notified to use
caution in his expenditures.
A resignation was received from Lee M. Nelson, Library Trustee ,
effective December 1, 1_910.
The Board then met with Fir. & Mrs. William Foley, Paul ' s Way and
Mrs . Theresa Wells , Fairview Avenue, concerning a sewerage dis-
posal problem on their property, whichinvolves five houses. They
stated that they would rectify this problem by installing a leech-
ing field for each house. Two will be done this fall and because
of the lateness in the year, theother three will be completed in
the spring. The Board agreed to this .
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
November 13, 1970
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Friday,
November 13, 1970 at .8:00 P.M. concernibg the management of the
HyWay Inn.
. Complaints ,were received by the Board of illegal parked cars on
the date of Nevember lOth and of fire exits being blocked.
The Board told the management that they would have to conform with
all the rules and regulations of the fire and safety codes of the
State. Certain reasonable requests can be made by the Board under
Section 23 of the -General Laws. and a list of the requestments
will be sent to the HyWay Inn.
The meeting was adjourned at 8: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETINCx
November 24, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
November 24, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
A letter was received from Gloria J. . Salvo, Fordham Way, Plum Is . ,
who was also present at the 'meeting, asking if it would be possible
to repaint the white and yellow lines along Plum Island Turnpike
as the present lines have faded. The Board agreed to this if they
are able to find sufficient funds.
The Selectman have set up a no parking ban from 1211' 00 midnight -
6:00 A.M. , December lst thru April lst. All violators will be
towed away at their own expense .
The. weekly warrant was signed for $8,668.62.
John Salter complained to the Selectmen about the condition of the
roads over which his school busses must travel. Mr. Salter stated
that three springs, at accost of � 95.00 each, had been broken be-
cause of the numerous large holes in the streets . He wondered if
the Town could be held liable due to the poor conditions of the
raods. The Board told him that funds are very low in the Highway
Department. However, he should register his complaint with the
Highway Surveyor.
The Americana, Motor Inn had a replacement license signed for All
.Alcoholic Beverages .
Selectman Knight suggested that the sewerage disposal system at
the HyWay Inn should be inspected by the Board of Health because
of problems in the past.
The Board met with the Board of Fire Engineers. Police Chief
Orfant read Section C-7.2.5 of the State Regulations on Air
Pollution, which states that under certain. conditions fire permits
can be issued by the Town Forrester. First, he must check with
the Board of.. Health to make sure conditions are right for burning
before a permit can be granted`. Selectman Knight stated that if
any burning was allowed, it would be making; a mockery of the
State Law. Town Forrester, James Wile , said that it would be
a hardship on many people and that the law states that under
certain conditions you can still burn. After much chaos and
confusion between the Selectmen and the Fire Engineers, it was
decided that until definite clarification of the law, it would
remain. as is.
A license was presented before the Board by the HyWay Inn for
Sunday patron dancing, which was signed by Selectmen Lowe and
Adams. Selectman Knight said that he would not sign the license
because a license of this kind had never been issued before.
Permission was given to D. Comeaur to have the Haverhill Gas Co .
install a now service at 81 Main Street , Byfield.
Sewerage disposal permits were. issued to :
Elliot Perkins - 94 Hay Street, repair
Thurlow Nelson - Hanover Street, Rt. 1, repair.
A building permit was issued to :
Roger Williams - a five-room dwelling, Cottage Road
Selectman Adams said that he' had received a complaint from Mrs.
Pimental concernirg the recently completed construction at Middle
Road and Route 1, which has caused a large puddle in the middle
of the street. During cold weather , when it freezes, it will
cause a hazardous condition for anyone trying to stop at the stop
sign before entering Route 1.
Mrs. Pimental also complained about a drainage ditch which is
partially blocked by a piece of ledge that should have been
removed. She stated that all the property boundaries , which had
been staked out, were destroyed by the contractor. She asked if
something could be done through the Board. The Selectmen will
view this problem area.
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 35 P.M. Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING c7 2'�.:
December 8, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
December 8, 1970 at f: 30 P.M.
After the minutes of the last meeting were read by Secretary Adams ,
Selectman Knight stated that the Board ought to vote on allowing
Sunday Dancing Licenses , such as the _ one that was given to the
HyWay Inn on November 23th Because a license of this sort had never
been issued before. _ It was unanimously voted by the Board to grant
this license to the HyWay Inn for a. trial period of time, which
would come up before the Board at the first of the year. If there
are any complaints about the misuse of this license , it should be
brought before the Board immediately for discussion.
Police Chief Orfant received a letter from William Pearson, com-
plaining of an Orchard Street dog, Tag 197, which is a nuisance
and has a vicious dis :>osition. An order to .restrain or' destroy
the dog will be sent to its owner, Alison Dahgie.
It was also stated by Chief ' Orfant that it is with regret that
he is unable to obtain anyone to repaint the lines on Plum Is.
Turnpike at this time. The job will be done in March or April.
Chief Orfant then spoke of purchasing and installing out of his
appropriation a new vapor_ light for skating at the Green Pond,
and another for the new hockey area at Plum Island.
The weekly warrant was signed for $10,716.82.
Auditor Ashton Knight , stated that many department funds were
exhausted. His approximate estimates are :
Auditor ' s expense 75.00
Collector' s expense 200.00
Assessor ' s expense 200.00
Election & Registration 100.00
Town Hall Maintenance 500.00
Board of Health 500.00
highway Bridges & Sidewalks 350.00
Snow Removal Unknown
Sewerage disposal permits wire issued to :
Robert Bashaw - Lot 28, Riverview Drive
William Burns - Old Rowley Road
The new lighting program at the construction of Route 1 and Middle
Roadwas discussed: The State presented a map with their sugges-
tions : recommendations onithe location of new lights were made-
.by the Board.
A letter was received from Gloria Salvo of Plum Is. stating that
the Plum Island fire Department would install the street signs
on the Island in the spring, if the Highway Department will supply
the materials free of charge.
A request was made by Dominic Menesale of the Wayside Motel for
a permit to move his motel, in three sections , over the roads of
,Byfield to the Georgetown line . The motel will be relocated in
New Hampshire. The contractor, who has already received approval
from Mr. Ziaman of the Telephone Company and Ronald Zolher of the
Light Company to lift any necessary wires-, must abide by all the
rules and regulations of the General Laws . Permission was granted
providing Mr. Menesale obtains all needed permits and approvals.
Mr. Capolupo presented himself before the Board concerning a
building which he plans to erect on Plum Island Turnpike. He
asked clarification on anearlier permit, issued to him nine
,years ago , about what type of business can be carried on in this
area. Minutes of the results of that hearing were read by Chair
man Lowe. They told what articles could be sold as this area is
zoned for agricultural use. 11r. -Capolupo was told that, he could
operate under 4 A-2 of the Zoning Laws with the . condition he
follows all the rules and regulations set up by the 'awn.
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December 8, 1970 (cont)
David W. Yesair, Johnson' s Lane , Bjfield, asked to be incorporated
as the Massachusetts Institute of (demists. Permission was
granted.
The following licenses were issued:
David W. and 31aron D. Terry , Town and Country Store, ,53
Main St. - Alcoholic Beverage, one & I.1alt Beverages , and
Retail Package Store. -
John F. Coppola, Fred' s Package Store, .P. I . - Alcoholic Bev-
era6e , Wine and 11alt Beverages , and Retail Package Store.
Hayden Collins, Plum Is. -Alcoholic Leverage, Wine and Malt
Beverages , and Retail Package Store
Corner Cupboard, 44 Hanover Street - All Alcoholic Beverage,
Retail Package Store
Guilford' s Package Store - ,All Alcoholic Leverage, Retail
Package Store
Americana Motor Inn, �'yfield, Frank Cashman, Manager - All
Alcoholic
Beachcomber Restaurant , Plum Is. , Susan M. Villane,, Manager,
All Alcoholic
0uld Newbury Golf Club, Newburyport 'Turnpike , Ralph F.
Johnson, Manager = Club License
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
SELECTMEN'S. IEETING 3 -
December 22, 1970
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
December .22, 1970 at 7: 30 P.M.
Numerous bills, were discussed by the Board and Auditor, Ashton
Knight. Some of the snow bills will be held up until a special
town meethg can be held.
December 30th at 8:00 P.M. was set up as the date for the special
town meeting to be held in the Town Hall. Money will then be
transferred to the various departments where needed.
Chairman Lowe stated that 9$3000 may possibly be available from
-the School Department to transfer into other accouhts if nec=
essary.
The tentative figures to be tran-sferred are:
Auditor's expense $ 85.00
Assessor' s expense 200.00•
Election and Registration 99.00
TownHall Maintenance 200.00
Highways , Bridges &- Sidewalks 500.00
Snow Removal 4000.00
Memorial Day 4.55
for a total Of $5088.55•
Selectman Adams asked if Town Counsel , Bernie Lojko , had finished
drawing up the easement through the Jackman property on Hanover
Street. Chairman Lowe answered that he believed Mr. Lojko was
still working on it.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
Respectfi:illy Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
January 12, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
January 12, 1971 at 7 : 30 P.M.
Police Chief Orfant requested that special police work rates be
increased from $4.00 to $6.00 an hour with a three hour minimum.
He also asked that any establishment which holds a patron dancing
license should have an officer on duty for every 150 people , and
for each additioal 150, another officer shall be required, except
on certain occasions which shall be under the discretion of the
Police (hief. These were both voted unanimously by the Board.
Chief Orfant stated that the Plum Island Gift Shoppe is in
violation of the zoning code and that it_ sh.ould be looked into
by the Board before another license is issued.
The Board gave permission to the Kent Rock Unit 330 to sell poppys
on Election Day, I1'1arch 20th on the Town Hall steps .
A hearing was held at 7:45 for the New England Telephone &
Telegraph Company to install two poles on Scotland Road,. 2,948 ,
feet west on Highfield Road. Ronald Zarella spoke infavor; there
was no .opposition. Permission was granted. The hearing was
closed at 7: 50.
A request from Paul A. Munier to be incorporated as Leigh Bel
Institute of Human Development was granted.
A rlotor Vehicle Junk License was issued to Al Goldberg, Newbury
Auto Sales.
A hearing will be held on January 26, .1971 at 8:00 P.M., on the
application of John F -Coppola, d/b/a Fred' s Package Store,'
Plum Island , to transfer the Wine and Malt Beverage Package Goods
Store license now held by him to Lauriane Ill.. and Harold G. Boulay,
at the same address.
Two lifeguard applications were received from Plichael McClure
and Charles G. McClure , Greentree Lane.
A letter was received from Stanley R. Dumpry, requesting a street
light on 46th Street , Plum Is. This area will be investigated and
may possibly be taken care of by our street lighting program next
summer.
Mr-. Plumer, Mr. Powers , and Mr. Sullivan were present at the
meeting, asking . that the sidewalk be plowed from the Newburyport
line to the Woodbridge School. Chairman Lowe called Highway
Surveyor Thurlow, who said that he would take care of the matter
as soon as possible.
The last warrant in 1970 was signed for $20,210.84.
The following transfers were approved:
Auditor ' s expense $ 20.25
Treasurer' s expense 156.72
Collector' s expense .84.15
Assessor' s expense 67'.71
Legal services 500.00
Town Hall Maintenance 202.60
Dog Officer 56.75
Inspector of Wires 33 .37
Board of Health 244.40
Town Garage Maintenance 17.10
Snow Removal 700.90
Streetlights 207.15
Parks 5.77
The weekly warrant for January 12, 1971 was signed for '417,849.62.
The Board voted that because of the increasing number of horses
in the town, any person that has a stable with four or more horses
for rental, shall be required to be ' licensed under Chapter 1-11 ,
Section 158. Stable for business fee $25.00
Because of a problem of dampness in the Town Vault, it was decided .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING V`
January 12, 1971 (cont)
by the Board that the inside of the vai t shall be insulated with
styrofoam as soon as possible. Brownie Taylor, of the Ould Towne
Builders estimated the cost of labor and materials at $150 to
$200.
Bob Colby, of the Park Department , presented himself before the
Boardzequesting $190 to purchase a pump, to be used in flooding
the ponds to improve the skating. Selectman Knight stated that
this, had been tried before and that the only practical way is
to spray the ponds with a thin coating of water. There was no
action taken by the Board.
Selectman Adams said that he had been approached by numerous
residents concerning piles of brush on their properties , which
they would like to burn. He stated that since the no burning law
went into effect with very little warning, perhaps people should
be allowed to burn their debris while there is sufficient snow
coverage. It was stated by Mr. Lowe and Mr. Knight that this
would add more confusion to the already existing problems that
we have on the no burninglaw. Therefore, no action was taken.
The Board then went to work on the 1971 budget, discussing
several departments. A meeting was set for January l h at
7: 30 P.M. with the finance Committee.
The meeting .was adjourned at 10: 30 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
SELECTMEN 'S MEETING
January 14, 1971
A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on January
14, 1971 at 7: 30 P.M. with the Finance Committee.
The Board and Finance Committee met with two department heads,
Town Clerk, Ralph Lowell and Police Chief, Daniel Orfant.
Mr. Lowell requested an increase in his department.
The' t'entative figures on the Police Chief' s entire budget were
talked over.
The Finance Committee will meet with the other department heads
to discuss their appropriations.
The meeting was adjourned at 10: 30 P..:M.
Resepctfully %bmitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 00
January 26, 1971
The regulkLr .meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
January 26 , 1971 at 7: 30 P.M.
The weekly warrant was signed for � 2,5,139.38.
Two. bids were opened for theprinting of 1500 Town Ibports , con-
sisting of approximately 125 pages each. The bids, from the
Bacon Otto Press , 69 High Street Newburyport , for $8.35 per page,
and from the Newburyport Press, 80 Hanover Street, Newbuy, at
$8.95 Per page. Bids were taken under advisemant by the Board.
At 8 o ' clock, a hearing was held on the application of John F.
Coppola, of Fred's Package Store , I:'. I. to transfer a Wine and
Malt Beverage Package' Goods Store License now held bv him, to
Lauriane M. and Harold G. Boulay, at the same address. Mr.
Coppola dnd Mr. Boulay spoke in favor of this transfer. There
was no opposition. Selectman Knight asked if the same products
would be sold in the store as .were sold in the past, and Mr.
Boulay answered that they would. The hearing was closed at
8: 10 P.M. Later in the evening, it ' was unanimously voted by the
Board to grant this license.
The Alcohol Beverage Contral Commission has notified the Board
that a hearing Will be held on Tuesday, February 9, 1971 at
10: 30 in their office, for the reappeal of the Wayside Motel, J
Inc . , field, Dominic. I°Ienesale , E4nager, on the action of the
Board in rescinding his license.
Donald Hudson was present at the meeting in order toask about
the procedure that he must follow in order to change his home
into a three family dwelling. He was told by the Board that
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this would not conform to our zoning rules and has be turned
down by the Board. He may apply to the Zoning Board of Appeals ,
if he so desires.
Mr. Currie , 58th Street, P. I . , wanted to know if he would be able
to obtain a Beer and Wine License for the old Senters Store on
the Island. He was told that since this business has been closed
more than two years, he will have to first have a hearing.
Police Chief Orfant said that he had received a complaint that
chemicals are being disposed of in a dump owned by William Burns ,
on Old Rowley Road. He -investigated the area and photographed
drums and cans of chemicals and infl&minable materials . The Board
then called Burns into the meeting. Burns was read the letter that
was sent to him on July 28, 1970 by the Board, which forbidded any
outside rubbish- being brought into the town for disposal purposes.
Burns stated that he had been out of business since the first of
the year (1970) and that the did hot think that anything had been
brought in since then. Tien, he stated that he is getting lI35.00
for very truckload that is dumped. The Board decided that be-
cause he was told on the 28ty of July to close his dump, and he had
not , it has no alternative , but to take immediate action to the
State Board of Health or any other action deemed necessary.
Frank Cashman, Manager of the Americana Motor Inn, _and Frank
Cimcirli, of the HyWay Inn, presented themselves before the Board,
requesting a Sunday Dance License from 12 midnight to 1 :00 A.M.
on Sundays. Because of problems which have developed; , such as,
blocked fire exits on more than one occasion, there Was much
discussion between the Board and Mr. Cashman concerning the rules
and regulations , which must be followed. It was voted by the
Board to take this application under advisement.
Chairman Lowe drew the name of Henry Cecelski, Elm Street ,
Byfield, to sit on jury duty in Salem in February.
Live entertainment; ,nand and juke box licenses were issued to the
Americana Motor Inn for January 31, 1971 and February 7, 1971.
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January 26, 1971 (cont)
The following licenses were issued:
Joel B. Currie , The Island House , Block D. Lot 219 , Nor.- Blvd.
Common Victualers and Sunday Ice Cream
Myrtle E. England, Treasurer, Plum Is. Taxpayers Assoc . , Inc .
Pl. I. Blvd. , Common Victualers and Weekday Dancing
Susan M. Villane, Beachcomber Restaurant, Inc .- P. I. - Common
Common Victualers , Weekday" Dancing, Weekday Jukebox and
Sunday Ice Cream
Edward R. Noyes , Pete ' s Barn, 88 Green Street - Common Vic-
tualers and Weekday Dancing
Richard Capolupo . Plum Is . Bait Shop, Plum Is. Blvd. - to
sell bait, tackle, sporting goods and all related articles
Vilhelmina Lunt , Gilded Horse , 12 Green Street , - to sell
gifts , antiques , and second-hand articles
Edith E. Pearson, 2 Central Street , Byfield - Common Victualers,
Sunday Ice Cream and Gifts.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING 4�
February 9, 1971
The regular meeting ' of, the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
February 9, 1971 at 7: 30 P.M.
Mr. Valleau Wilkie, headmaster at Governor Dummer Academy, pres-
ented himself before the Board with a plan to reroute traffic
. from 11m Street, out through Middle Road, on' to .Route. l. This
would dead-end Elm Street , so that it would no longer run through
the center of the academy and be a safety hazard. He asked that
this by-pass be built at the town'.s expense. . The Board told him
that the Chapter 0' allocations have already been committed,
therefore , there aren' t adequate funds to. construct this project.
He asked the Board to send him a letter stating that he had been
denied. He Board agreed to send him this letter.
The weekly warrant was approved for �27,498.30. Numerous bills
were discussed and gone over.
A license to buy and sell gifts , antiques , and second-hand. ar.ticles
was issued to Patsy J. Brown and F. Thurlow Brown, corner of High
Road and Newman Road.
Kenneth Knowles. Ould Newbury Coffee Shoppe , High Road, was
granted a common victualers license.
Laurianne M. and Harold G. Boulay, Boulay' s Variety Store, , corner
of Northern Boulevard and 43rd Street, were issued a common vic-
tualers and Sunday ice cream licenses.
On the request of Town Clerk, Ralph Lowell, the Selectmen, set
the summer population at 5400.
Police Chief Orfant and Joe Stone of the Fire Department were
present to ask if possibly a red line could be installed at the
Police Base Station, so that if any ambulance or fire calls are
received, the police department would be available , if necessary,
to lend a hand. They were told by the Board that they should take
this matter up with the Board of Fire Fngineers and see how they
feel about this idea and if perhaps they could offer any sugges-
tions.
A Sunday dance license at the HyWay Inn was brought up for
discussion. A letter was received from a police officer, who .was
on duty the previous Saturday, stating the actions that went on
when people were asked to stop dancing at midnight. Selectman
Knight said that there should be no ' dancing on Sunday as far as
he is concerned and that the live entertainment license should
only be in effect until 12 o ' clock midnight. Selectman Adams
stated that the wrong people were being punished, and that he is
voting in favor of granting this license with the understanding
that if there are any more problems , he -will be the first one
to vote to have -their liquor license removed. Chairman Lowe ,
also, voted in favor of issuing this license providing ' it is for
one hour only, 12 midnight to 1:00 A.M. Sunday morning.
The Board when metiAith the Finance Committee to work on the
1971 budget.
The meting was adjourned at 10: 35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I . (Adams, Sec .
SELECTMEN' S MEETING 45
February 23 , 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
February 23 , 1971 at 7: 30 P.M.
A sewerage disposal permit was issued, to Robert and Natalie
Passler, Lot 17, Bloch; 15, Section J. -Plum. Island.
The weekly warrant was approved for � 27,405.-99-
A hearing was held at 8 o ' clock on anapplication from David L.
and Sharon D. Terry, Town and Country Sore , 53 Main Street , for
an All Slcoholic Seasonal License. Speaking in favor, Mr. Terry
stated that he has remodeled the store. There was no opposition.,
The .hearing was closed at 8: 10 P.t-'I. Later in the evening, the
Board voted unanimously to grant this license , subject to the
approval of the ABC .
Building permits wereissued to - the following:
Robert G. Bashaw, Jr. , - a new 5 room dwelling, 28 Riverview
Drive
Raymond Gagnon - to erect an additional porch to existing
dwelling, Lot 4, Block H. Plum Is.
Thomas Chapman - to build a one room addition to existing
dwelling, School Street, Byfield
Martha W. Harrison - a mobile home , Harvard Way, Lot 1'],
Block 15, Section J.Plum Is.
i�ussell K. Thomas Jr. - to remove present 12 unit motel ,
Wayside Motel, Wayside. Avenue, Byfield.
A common victualer, Milk, and ice cream Sunday licenses were
issued to Barbara L. Mitchell , Barb ' s Clam Stand, High Road,
Parker River.
The contract for the printing of the town. reports was awarded
to the Newburyport Press. Having taken everything into consid-
eration, it was found to be the best value.
Chairman Lowe said that he had to revise the budget from the
school department, which was �684, 366.00
The owner of the Country Store , Morgan Avenue , asked if the
town could install a streetlight on the pole across the road from
his business. This being a busy area, with many people walking
to and from the store, the Board agreed.. It will be taken care
on by our streetlighting program.
Chairman Lowe spoke of a request that lie had received from
Gray Adams , Middle Road, to burn a small. building at the rear
of his property. Capt. Joe Stone of the Fire Department, _talked
with Mr. Adams , mentioning that possibly the building could be
used as a fire drill for the company.. This issue was discussed
by the Board with no . immediate action being taken.
Numerous requests to burn existing brush piles were brought up
by Chairman Lowe. Selectmen Lowe and Adams voted to allow such
burning for a two week period only. The following letter will
accompany each burning permission slip:
(SEE ATTACHED LETTER)
Selectman Knight abstained from voting on this matter.
It was decided by the Board that no one under 18 years of .age
will be permitted to work for the town because they would• not be
covered by insurance. Selectman Knight suggested that all
departMent heads should be notified in writing. The only way
they can work is with the permission of the Selectmen.
Building Inspector, David Caldwell , . asked if there were any
definite rules and regulations set up by the Board for the resi-
dent zoned areas and the size of signs allowed '.in these areas.
He was told that directional signs and small business signs of
not more than 250 inches are permitted on ones own property only.
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February 23 , 1971 (cont)
Mr. Caldwell , also asked if there would be funds available for the
action which may have to be taken on the buildings that were con-
demned last year. The Board answered tht funds could be made avail-
able if necessary.
The Board when met with the Finance Committee to work on the pro-
poseda1971 budget. The article on the full-time highway survey-
or ' s salary was discussed. The Finance Committee stated that
they felt that more funds should be. placed in Highways , Bridges,
and Sidewalks , so that there will be more control over this money.
A heavy discussion followed between the Committee and Selectman
Knight, who favors leaving the money in the department to which
it belongs . No immediate action was taken on this matter.
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The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Sec .
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Since the "no burning." law went into effect in the Town of New-
bury with very short notice, numerous people have asked the Board of
Selectmen, being the Board Iof Health, if they could obtain permission
to burn existing brush piles only.
Selectmen Lowe and Adams have agreed to this with the following
conditions:
1. It will , be fop a two week period .only, from February 23,
1971 to March 9, 1971•
2. t ire permits must be obtained from proper authorities
andAfi-re department must be notified.
3. Each permit is good for one day only.
g 4. The fire must be attended at all times and will be fully
extinguished at nightfall. .'
5. The atmospheric condition must be favorable.
6. A copy of the request must be signed by the Board of
Health and will be used with the fire permit as a permiss-
ion slip.
Board of.. Health
Towin of Newbury,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING '
March '9, 1971
The regular meeting; of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday-
March 9, 1971 at 7: 30 P.M.
The article in the warrant for a full-time Highway ,Surveyor at
$9000.00 wasdeleted and the Board voted to place this 49000.00
in Highways , Bridges , and Sidewalks .
A pblic hearing will be held on Tuesday, rlarch 23, 1971 at 8:00
P.1"I. on the application of Richard A Lunt, 7 Elm St. for a permit
to inseall underground gas tanks on property at 52 Main. St. , for
the storage of 6000 gallons of gasoline. Chairman Lowe suggested
that Mr. Lunt have the plot surveyed so that he would know exactly
where the boundries are for these tanks. The Board also told
Mr. Lunt to check with the Fire Department concerniy, the rules
and regulations set up by the a ate which he would have to abide by.
The weekly warrant was approved for $25,030.61.
A letter was received from Jean Littlefield for a streetlight on
Pole 65, Middle Road. This will be taken care of by our street-
light improvement program.
Irving L. Fountain, �'cuthern Blvd. , P.I. was drawn as a juror for
the Lawrence sitting, April 5t5.
A sewerage disposal permit was discussed of James F. Doyle ,
Second Street, P.I . No action was taken on this permit.
The following licenses were issued:
Paul D. Haley, Haley' s Mobile Canteen - common victualer and
milk.
Muriel C. Lima, Misplaced Yankee Ship;, 126 Orchard St. to
sell- and by gifts , antiques , and second=hand articles.
Americana Motor Inn, Central St. , Hyway Inn. - live enter-
tainment.
A letter will be sent to Joel B. Currie , 58thSt. , P.I. and to
Zoning Board of Appeal , st-ating the receipt of his application
for alicense to sell alcoholic beverages , beer, as a commom
Victualer, at his place of business on Northern 11vd, P. I. has
been acknowledged. No action on the application can be taken
by the .]bard at this time due to the fact that his business is
located in a residential area and under our zoning regulations ,
the �jtanting of this license would constitute an addition to the
non-conforming use of the property. Mr. Currie may make an
application to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for this
property. If it is granted, the Board will be glad to further
process his application.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :10 P.M.
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Respectfully Submitted,
Alan-I: Adams , Sec .
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TOWN OF NEWBURY
POLICE DEPARTMENT
25 HIGH ROAD
NFWBURY, MASS. 01950
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` DANIFL M. ORFANT
Chief of Polio
Name - D.B.A. Location License
Alice & Malcolm Wood Treasure Barn 124 High Rd. B1ay .& Sell Gifts
Antiques, Second
Hand. articles
Mary A. Webber Plum Island
,+ Blvd. SAME
_ Henry S. Derocki 178 High Rd. "
Nicholas Arakelian 5 .Hanover St "
Margaret K. Sp'pldinC Old Curiosity Shop - 313 High Rd. "
Helen B. Porter 307 High Rd. "
Samuel H. Smith
Eva M. Smith 255 High Rd. "
Keith P. Walton
Marguerite A. Walton The Noddy Noddy Shop 62 Hanover St. "
David L/ Terry
Sharon D. Terry Daves Barber Shop 53 Main St. Barber Shop .-
Robert L. Fournier Bobs Barber Shop 11 Hanover St . Barber Shop .
Helen Bulgaris Longfellow Hill
Beauty Shop 143 Orchard St. Beauty Shop
June Robinson Junes Beauty Shop 13 Rolfes Lane Beauty Shop
Ralph Johnson Mgr. Ould Newbury Golf
Club Turnpike Common Victualler
Sunday
Dancing Weekdays
Frank A. Cashman Mgr. Americana Motor , Inn
Inc. Off Cemtral St. Common. Victualler
,h Juke Box (Weekdays
r: Dancing (Weekdays
Sunday Ice Cream,
�$ Motel
Kay & Ray Moulton Surfland Bait &
Tackle Plum Island Blvd. Bait, Tackle, Sport
`. ing Goods
Sunday S
David L. Terry
Sharon D. Terry Town & Country Stare 53 Main St . Common Victualler
Elsie O. Thurlow 264 High Rd.
Buy and Sell. Gift.,
Antiques, Second
Hand Articles
TOWN OF NEWBURY
POLICE DEPARTMENT
,.r 25 HIGH ROAD
NEWBURY, MASS. 01950
TEoa
DANIEL M. ORFANT
Chief of Polio
;Carlton E. Svenson
Lillian N. Svenson The Country Store 2 Morgan Ave. Buy & Sell Gifts,
Second Hand Article~
Sunday -Jl-u I;,.c,a....._.,
Catherine M. Crepeau 4 C ' s Dairy Bar Plum Island Blvd. Common Victualler
Juke Box (Weekdays
Sunday .-c�.
Helen Mary Bobola Bungalow Market N. Blvd. P.I. . Common VictuAller.
Sunday y el. C/,wl-- -
Hayden S. Collins Collins Store P. I. Blvd. Common Victualler
Sunday Q-�,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
March 23, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
March 23, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.-
The Board went into executive session to reorganize for the coming
year; James Lowe will remain chairman, Alan Adams , secretary, and
Richard Knight, the third member.
The regular meeting resumed at 7 :45 P.M.
In anticipation of taxes , the following bids were opened for bor-
rowing $100r�000 for 215 days , beginning April lst :
Arlington Trust, Newburyport - 2.05%
Merchants National Bank, Newburyport - 2.10%
New England Merchants Bank, Boston - 2.18%
First and Ocean National Bank, Newburyport - 2.19%
All being qualified bidders , Arlington Trust, the lowest , was
awarded the contract .
The weekly warrant was approved for $87,140.67.
At 8 of"clock, a hearing was held for Richard A. Lund , 7 Elm Street ,
Byfield, to install tanks for storing 6000 gallons of gasoline on
property at 52 Main Street. Speaking in favor of .this permit was,;:
Richard Lunt. Chief Pearson said that according to State lairs and
regulations , Mr. Lunt would not be able to alter the outside of
his garage nor would he be able to add' a bay to the inside of his
garage . Building Inspector, David Caldwell, stated that Mr. Lunt
would have to leave the garage on his property as it, stands because
of the public safety regulations . Mr. Lunt then stated that he
would not alter the atructure. Building Inspector Caldwell and
Fire Chief Pearson wish to be put on record as being present. This
matter was taken under advisement. The hearing was closed at
8:10 P.M. Later in the evening, the Board voted to grant this
permit providing Mr. Lunt follows all State, as well as Town, rules
and regulations.
A hearing was held at 8:15 P.M. for the New England Telephone and
Telegraph Company to install five poles on the Newburyport Turn-
pike. There was no opposition; the permit was granted. The
hearing was closed at 8:20 P.M.
Two sewerage disposal permits were issued to Clinton H. Elliott ;
the first for Lot No. 242, Block E, 18th Street , Plum Island - a
trailer, the second for Lot' No. 142, Block G. 18th. Street, Plum
Island - a trailer.
James Doyle and Donald Phillips were present at the meeting to
discuss a sewerage disposal permit, which had not been issued at
the previous meeting because of the 40 x 60 lot that the house
sets on. The Board viewed this property on March 21st and found
that there wasn 't adequate room for a system to be installed
there . Chairman Lowe stated that he had received a complaint from
Aime Bouin, an abutter. Mr. Doyle and. Mr. Phillips were told by
Chairman Lowe that they should talk with Mr. Bouin and see if they
could straighten out this matter. No action was taken by the Board.
Margaret B. Little , Susan P. Little and Justin B. Little , all of
67 Green Street, and others , nonresidents of Newbury, asked to be
incorporated as Chet Jones Jr. Evangelistic Association Inc .
Permission was granted by the Board.
Specifications for the new police cruiser will be available at the
Town Hall and will, also, be posted in the newspaper. Bids will be
opened on April 13th at 8:00 P.M.
The following appointments for the ensuing year were made :
(SEE ATTACHED PAPERS)
The meeting .was adjourned at 10 :00 P..M.
• Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , secretary
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To the town Clerk:
The following appointments were made by the Board of Select
men, town of Newbury, on March 23 , 1971:
POLICE
Daniel M. Orfant, Ohief
George 9. Emerson, Deputy
David P. Stickney, Sargeant
Charles E. Moods
Ma.rjobie Emerson
Richard L. Newton
Robert A. Bashaw, Jr.
John Caughey
Michael A. Bulgaria
Richard Dennis
Francis J. Fornier
Henry M. Short, being the regular Dog Officer
SPECIAL POLICE
Benjamin Pearson, Jr. , Snuff Mill Area
Leo W, Bergeron, P. I. Bridge Area
Malcolm R. Andrews, Gov. Dummer Area .
Henry S. Cahoon, Gov. Dummer Area
Arnold W. Collis, Uniformed Private. Duty
Arthur Eaton, Byfield School
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Robert Puller, Newbury Elementary School
Edward Carpenter, All Schools
Lillian Bryant, Woodbridge School and adjacent highways
1971 Appointments (continued)
SHELLFISH CONSTABLES
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Daniel M. Orfant, Chief
David P. Stickney k
John Caur-hey
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Richard Dennis
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HARBOR MASTER `
Daniel M. Orfant
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ASSISTANT HARBOR MASTER :;
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Richard L. Newton `
BOARD OF FIRE ENGINEERS.
Wallace 0. Pearson
Joseph R. Stone, Jr.
John E. Rock
H. Verne Noyes, III
James L. Mile, Jr.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 13, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
April 13, 1971 at 7 :30 P.M.
Bob Smith, of the Massachusetts Beachbuggy Association, stated that
this association is in need of a dumping station and would be willing
to build and maintain such a station, if the town would pvovide the
land. The Board felt that since the begchbuggy group uses the U. S.
Wildlife Refuge, which charges a fee , perhaps they would set one up
on the reservation. Mr. Smith will talk with the proper authorities
and report back to the Board.
At 8 o 'clock, bids were opened for Bituminous Concrete - 3700 tons ,
type 1, rolled and enplaced, 225 tons of sidewalk, and 4300 linear
feet of burm. The following bids were received:
Midway, South Hampton, N. H.
3700 tons at $10.74 per ton
225 tons of sidewalk at $19.74 per ton.
4300 linear feet at $1.34 per foot
Merrimac Paving, Bradford
3700 tons at $10.95 per ton
225 tons of sidewalk at $24.50
4300 linear feet at $1.40 per foot
Trimont Bituminous Concrete , Everett
3700 tons at $11.35 per ton
225 tons at $26.65 per ton
4300 linear feet at $1.45 per foot
All three being qualified, it was awarded to Midway, South Hampton,
N. H. , the lowest bidder.
Two police cruiser bids were then opened for a special police
package . Volpone Motors , Newburyport , bid $3439.20. Fenn Motors ,
Newbury, bid $3273.00. Later in the evening, following the dis-
cussion of both qualified bidders , it was awarded to Fenn Motors .
A hearing was held at 8:15 P.M. -on an application for Hayden
Collins to transfer the Wine and Malt Beverage License now held
by him to Nelson L. Leonard. All abutters were notified; there
was no opposition. Selectman Knight asked if the establishment
will be run the same as before . The hearing was closed at 8:20
P.M. Later in the evening, this license was granted with the
stipulation that a counter or petition be installed to separate
the wine and malt beverages from the other commodities . The
license is also subject to the approval of the ABC.
Permission was granted to the Ladies Benevolent Society to use the
Upper Green on August 7th, from 10-3, for a Church Fair.
The weekly warrant was approved for $17,381.47.
A sewerage disposal permit was issued to Michael L. McMally,
14th Street , Plum Island.
Common vistualers , Sunday ice cream, and milk licenses were issued
to Ernest Richards , Skyport, Plum Island Boulevard, and to Paul
Galvanik Jr. , Pixie Haven, Southern Boulevard and Fordham Way.
Mr. Fortado asked permission to construct a building on the corner
of Southern Boulevard. He stated that he planned to have living
quarters on the second floor with a take out food stand on the
ground level. Because this is zoned Residential-Agricultural,
his request was denied -and a letter will be sent to him stating
so and of his right to apply to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
There was a question brought up by Selectman Adams concerning a
sewerage disposal permit that was issued to Robert Bashaw on River-
view Drive. Adams felt that the property in question seemed to be
unsuited for proper percolation and asked if the other two members
of the Board would view this property in the near future.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 13, 1971 (cont. )
Harvy and Norma L. Beit , 67 High Road, Peter W. Mercer, 1 Elm
Street, Joseph H. Frost, 168 High Road, and others , non-residents
of Newbury asked to be incorporated Hope for Housing, Inc. The
Board took this under advisement.
The following names were drawn for jury duty:
Thomas J. Stubbs , 30 Middle Road
Robert St. Hilaire , 5 Central Street
James F. McCarthy, 7 Chute Road
The meeting was adjourned at 10 :45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. 'dams , Sec .
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To the Town Clerk:
The followin7 anno•intmEntc were made by the Pard of Select-
men on Anril 1' , 1071:
^Fr.t�IS•OR OF ATTFNDANCE
Fdward .E. Carnenter
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INSPECTOR OF PL(JiViBING
Richard B. Baker
ASSISTANT INSPECTOR OF PLIR BiN.G
CharleG A. Leavitt
PLANNING BOA.PD OF APF:FALS
Fdward J. Kelly
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PPOISTFAFS OF VOTERS
Mary J. Becker
FINANCr COMMITTEE
Leslie Thurlow
^eorFe H. MacKenzie
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TOWN COUNSEL .
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Bernard J. Lo jko
CONSFRVA•TION COh'I!�7LSSION
Charlpp A. Bashaw
Devid Pi Stickney
ZONING r'OARD OF APPEALS
(rap W. Adams.
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
.Donald R. Manson
Laurent H. Gravelle
SURVEYORS OF LUMBER AND MEASURERS OF WOOD .AND BARK
Harold. E. Pinpree
Cedric. K. Little
Arthur S. Pape , Jr.
C. Edward Whitley
Fvans Hawes
FENCE VIEWERS
Robert J. Colby
Nicholas Bulgaria
Leonard Ilsley
Malcolm C. Wood
Samuel Traister
Joseph Story
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Ann S. Rowley
DIRECTOR OF CIVIL DEFENSE
Bertram L. Savage, Jr.
INSPECTOR OF WIRES
Donald G. Mutch
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INSPECTOR OF MILK
Henry M. Short
CATTLE INSPECTOR AND INSPECTOR OF BEEF
Henry M. Short
INSPECTOR OF GAS PIPING AND APPLIANCES
Georf-,e E. Emerson
AGENT OF BOARD OF HEALTH
Daniel M. Orfant x
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FIELD DRIVER AND POUND KEEPER
Cedric K. Little
AGENT .OF WORKINGN"BENTS COMPENSATION }
James A. Lowe
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SUPERINTENDENT OF BURIAL GROUNDS =
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Hallet W. Noyes G
DEPUTY TAX COLLECTOR
Richard E. Sullivan
CUSTODIAN OF TOWN HALL - OLDTOWN
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Willard L. Roaf
CUSTODIAN OF TOWN HALL - BY FIELD
Robert M. Field
BUILDING INSPECTOR
David S. Caldwell
MOTH SUPERINTENDENT
Robert J. Colby
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WEIGHERS OF HAY AND OTHER COPTIODITIF.S
Albert J. Goldberg;
Cedric K. Little
Lev,rence C. Brown
John J. Andrewskiewicz
AGENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES
James Chooljian
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 27, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
April 27, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
Ben Ackley, 16th Street , Plum Island, presented himself before the
Board stating that the Building Inspector had told him to cease
work on his new mobile home until he met with the Board of Selectmen.
Since this is a replacement for an old mobile home and is on an
adequate lot. which was established before zoning, the Board has no
control over it. Mr. Ackley will comply to Building Inspector
Caldwell 's request that he have a continuous foundation 46 inches
below grade to ,conform with the building code .
The collecting of rubbish on Plum Island, which composes of 52
collections from May thru September, was discussed. David
Strodney, Georgetown, quoted a price of 52 collections at $$200 a
day. William Allen, Old Rowley Road, Newbury, stated the price of
52 collections at $125 a day; plus, larger containers for the
parking lots can be rented for $.50 per yard. After a period of
discussion, the contract for 52 collections was awarded to Mr.
Allen with the provision that he presents the Board with an in-
surance certificate.
The weekly warrant was approved for $15,252.31.
The Kiwanis were granted _permission to use the Upper Green for their
auction on Saturday, July 24th, or in case of rain, July 31st.
Mrs . June Ross , President of the Ladies Auxiliary, Protection No. 2,
asked for, and was granted, permission to use the Upper Green for
a rummage sale on May 22nd, from 9-2.
Sewerage disposal permits for repairs were issued to : R. Davis ,
34th Street, Plum Island; and Raymond Dodge, Parker Street.
A hearing was held at 8:45 for the New England Telephone and
'Telegraph Company to install four poles on Highfield Road, 453 feet
southeasternly' on Middle Road. There was no opposition; permis-
sion was granted. The hearing was closed at 8: 50.
A common victualers , Sunday ice cream, and milk licensesswere
issued to Connie Christuk of the Refuge Guard Snack Bar, Sunset
Drive , Plum Island.
The following building permits were issued:
Edward Hammer, Old Point Road, Plum Island - to construct a
new bedroom.
Clifford Steadman, Cottage Road - to construct a furnace Loom.
John Short, 3 Forest Street - to alter and repair an existing
dwelling.
The Department of .Public Works contract was signed by the Selectmen.
An application was received from Kevin Nelson, Newburyport Turnpike ,
for the position of lifeguard at Plum Island.
Police Chief Orfant , being the Harbor Master, presented the Board
with a set of rules and regulations for the use of the mooring area
in Parker River and adjacent waters .
Also, Chief Orfant brought up for discussion. increasing the fees of
clamming licenses ;
--- commercial license from $10 to $$20
--- resident from $1 to $$2
--- nonresident daily from $$1 to $$2
--- nonresident yearly $$20
No definite action was taken on this matter.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 27, 1971 (cont . )
It was then decided that the new rules and regulations applying to,
clams and oysters be updated and posted in the newspaper.
Donald Gladu was named to a committee , with David .Stickney of the
Conservation Commission, to look into the possibility of dredging
a section of the Parker River and the possibility state funds will
be available.
The problem of the Town Dump was next to be discussed. The dump
will be closed on Sundays , Mondays , Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but
will be opened on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays , from 8:00 A.M.
to 5:00 P.M. Stickers , to be displayed on their vehicles, will be
presented to all persons who show their registrations and proof
that they are residents of Newbury.
Arnold W. Collis was appointed special police officer at the dump
and adjacent highways . Mr. Collis was also appointed head of the
Parks Department .
Capt . Joe Atone , Ed Sternfelt and Ken Reynolds of the Fire Protec-
tion Company No. 2, were present. at the meeting stating that
Protection No. 2 had unanimously voted at their monthly meeting to
install a red line in the Police Department. Capt. Stone mentioned
that he made a motion before the Board of .Fire Engineers to have
a red line installed, so that the Fire Department and Police Depart-
ment can work hand and hand, as well as provide public safety for
.all of our townspeople. Because there was no second to his motion,
he thought it should be brought before the Board of Selectmen for
action. The Board decided to meet with the Board of Fire Engineers
to discuss this issue.
AMENDED TO REGULAR MEETING:
Special meeting of Board of Selectmen was held on May 6, 1971 at
5 :30 P.M. to discuss new schedule at the Town Dump. The new open
hours are as follows : Sunday. - 1 :00 P.M. to 5 :00 P.M. ; Monday -
1 :00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. ; Tuesday - closed all day; Wednesday - 1 :00 P.M.
to 6:00 P.M. ; Thursday - 1 :00 P.M. to 6:,00 P.M. ; Friday - 1 :00 P.M.
to 6:00 P.M. ; Saturday - 8:00 k.M. to 5:00 P.M.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 .P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
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T6WN OF NEViBURY °r
-. POLICE DEPARTMENT >
25 141614 ROAD
NEWBURY, MASS. 01950t
TED Mrt '
DANIEL M. ORFANT �.
Chief of Ponco
REGULATIONS COVERING THE USE OF WATERS WITHIN THE TOWN OF NEWBURY 'w
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1 . The HARBORMASTER is the sole authority governing the use of the
waters and. establishing rules and regulations and issuing permits
for moorings.
2. Permits must be obtained for all moorings and placed as designated
by the HARBORMASTER or assistant.
3. Moorings must be mushroom anchors or cement or granite blocks of
suitable size and weight for use intended.
4. All permit numbers are to be painted on pick up buoys not less .
than 2" in length. ,.
5. Minimum sizes or weights are established "by the Harbormaster for z
moorings according .to the size of boat and maximum scope as estab-
lished and shown on permit.
6. All moorings are to be removed y q ng prior to November 1st of each . ear.
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7. Speed and wake signs are posted and must be observed, violators
will be prosecuted according to the Law.
8. A 1 .00 dollar fee will be charged at. the time of issue to cover
cost of material and clerical work.
Harbormaster
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May 11, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
May 11, 1971 at 7 :30 P.M.
The Board met with Mr. Carling, an engineer with the Department of
County Commissioners , to discuss the lay-out and land-taking on
Elm Street. In order to straighten out the curve on Elm Street ,
some land must be acquired. Mr. Carling will send Chairman Lowe
release papers . Then after they are signed, work can begin.
John Doyle , Old Town Way, spoke at the meeting concerning a
percolation test and a water problem on a lot that abutts his . He
stated that he was present when Dan Knight took the percolation test
and said he got very little percolation and that he had objected to
a house being built on the lot in fear that the dewerage would flow
onto his property. Mr. Doyle wishes to be recorded as being opposed
to any sewerage disposal permit being issued on this .property.
Mrs . Dubocq presented herself before the Board stating that while
she was jogging on Elm Street, she was attacked by two German
shephard dogs that belonged to Mrs. Peters, of Elm Street. She
said she had been bitten on both legs , which required stitches at
the hospital.
Michael True , Governor Dummer' Academy, stated that he , too, had been
bitten by the dogs earlier in the year. He also mentioned that
many of the boys from Governor Bummer practice for track on Elm
Street .
Mrs . Dubocq and Mr. True were told to send the Board a formal
letter. After which, a hearing will be set up for the complaints
against the dogs .
Attorney Jonathan Wells , representing his client, Mr. Ziemien,
attended the meeting to discuss Mr. Ziemien 's abutter, Constant
Christuk Jr. , who seems to be increasing the size of his parking
lot. Building Inspector David Caldwell investigated the area and
from what he could determine found no violation being made.
Eugene Case, Parker Street , came before the Board complaining about
his next-door neighbor 's septic system, which is running on the
surface of the ground. He also stated that he did not believe that
his system was installed correctly as it doesn 't seem to be working
properly. The Board will view this area in the near future.
Bill Jerome, of the Marine Fisheries , asked the Board if funds could
be made available for the repairing of the fishways in the upper
part of Parker River. He said that his department would supply the
labor and asked if possibly the town would pay for materials , at an
estimated cost of $400 to $500. The Board agreed that this work is
necessary and that funds will be made available .
The weekly warrant was approved for $8,994.26.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May 25, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
May 25, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
David Terry attended the meeting with a sewerage disposal permit ,
saying that he intefided to put in a large leaching field on his
property. He has stripped the land and would like to sell some of
the loom in order to use the money to install the new system. The
Board will view this area.
John Stanley, Salisbury, asked the Board if a dumping station
could be set up at the Town Dump, so that when he pumps a septic
tank in our town, it can be disposed of at our dump, The Board
decided that a hole could be dui; at the far end of the dump to be
used for the disposal of sewerage . Mr. Stanley must cover each
load emptied with lime and show '-the attendent a slip that shows
that the load came from a ,residence in the Town of Newbury.
At 7:L�5. bids were opened for $200,000 - tax anticipation loan
starting June lst, for 165 days. The following bids were received:
New England Merchants Bank, Boston - 3.31%
Arlington Trust Co.. , Newburyport - 3.15%
First and Ocean National Bank, Newburyport - 3.33%
Merchants National Bank, Newburyport - 3.32%
All being qualified bidders , Arlington Trust, the lowest, was
awarded the conttact .
The weekly warrant for $5,237.12 was approved.
Police Officer David Stickney showed the. Board pictures of rubbish
and overflowing barrells at Plum Island. The Selectmen decided
that 'all 55 gallon oil drums , being used as. rubbish. barrells , be
picked up and disposed of. Three larger containers will be placed
at the Center parking lot , at the far end of Jurgel and Brown 's
and at the parking lot on Southern Boulevard.
At 8 o 'clock, a hearing was held for one of the dogs owned by
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Peters , Elm Street. The Board received five
letters from residents of the area concerning- the dogs . A formal
complaint against the dog was made by Michael True , -1 Elm Street.
Mr. True stated that while jogging along Elm Street during the
winter, he was attacked by two dogs , at which time , one bit him.
He also stated that the Governor Dummer Academy cross-country
team practices on Elm Street. He feels that the dogs are a menace
and should be removed or put to sleep.
Mrs . Dubocq was next to speak against the dogs . While jogging on
Elm Street , she too was attacked by the two dogs and was bit in
the back of the legs , which required stitches . She stated that
they are a menace to the neighborhood. Mr. Dubocq said that it
had upset his wife so greatly that she has had nightmares about
the attack.
David L. Miller stated that when he delivered a package to the
Peters house , the dogs got very excited and tried to get out when
Mrs . Peters opened the door. He thought that the dogs appeared to
be very vicious.
T. M. C. Mercer said that his wife, who works at Governor Dummer,
on occassion walks down Elm Street , and he feels that the dogs
should be disposed of.
Mrs. Wilson stated that the two shepherds had killed her small
dachshund. She feels that the dogs should be bannished or destroyed.
Mrs . Murphy said that her grandchildren are afraid to visit her
because, of the dogs .
Dot Sargent , Longbrook Road, stated that her child was attacked by
the dogs while riding his bicycle.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING v
May 25, 1971 (cont. )
There were also other numerous people complaining about the dogs.
Mr. Peters then read a letter, which is on file , that assures the
Selectmen that the dogs would never attack a child again. He stated
that many dogs in the neighborhood often come into his yard and
provoke his dogs. He feels that his dogs are very gentle . He has
already ordered a chain link fence from Sears for a pen, which he
guarantees the Board will keep the dogs confined. He sp6ke of
incidents when his dogs were being blamed for the actions of his
neighbors dogs .
Henry Twardzik, Middle Road, west Newbury, who breeds shepherds ,
stated that he knows the two dogs in question and believes they are
very gentle.
The hearing was. closed at 9 :06. The Board took the matter under
advisement .
Later in the evening following a discussion, the Board decided that
the 'dog should be removed from the area or disposed of.
If removed to another town, we feel that the town should be notified
of the problems that it has caused. And if the dog is destroyed,
the Board should receive a certificate from the veternarian stating
that this has been done . Town Counsel Bernard Lojko will draw up the
letter.
The Board met with the Board of Fire Engineers to discuss the matter
of a red phone being installed in the Police Department . Capt .
Joe Stone, of Protection No. 2, read the minutes of the meeting
when Protection No. 2 voted to. install the phone . Capt . Stone
brought up the subject at the following Fire Engineers meeting,
where he made a motion for such, but did not receive a second.
Names Wile said that a committee was supposed to be set up to look
into this. After a lengthy discussion between the Board of Select-
men and the Board of Fire Engineers, the Fire Engineers were asked
to study their present set-up and see if improvements could possibly
be made in the system. They were asked to return to the next
Selectmen ' s meeting.
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Sharon and David Terry - 53 and 55 Main Street, Byfield
Dean Robertson - 24 Riverview Drive , to repair
Robert Lathem - 283 High Road
A hearing was held at 9 :45 for the New England Telephone and
Telegraph Company to install nine poles on Boston Road. There
was no opposition; permission was granted.
The following licenses were issued:
Juke box - Susan Villane, Beachcomber Restaurant , Plum Island
Common victualers , Sunday ice cream, and milk = Alfrido M.
Leonard, Leonard 's Variety, Plum Island
Common victualers and Sunday ice cream - Joseph Fardo, Surf-
side , Center Parking Lot , Plum Island
The Blue Cross contracts were signed.
The meeting was adjourned at 10 : 35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec .
SELECTMEN'S MEETING .
June 8, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
June 8, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
Cedric Little, Highway Surveyor, was given permission to construct
a new lifeguard stand, which is needed at Plum Island. He was also
asked to build a laddar for the town wharf and to repair a cover
for the firewell on Middle Road.
Dr. Trainor, Superintendent of Triton, was granted permission for
the installation of directional signs t'o the Triton Regional
School. The signs will not exceed 200 square inches.
Dr. Trainor also asked when Chapter 90 construction would begin on
Elm Street. Chairman Lowe answered that work would be started as
soon as all the releases on the land can be obtained.
The Board gave the Plum Island Beachbuggy Association, represented
by Bob Smith, permission to install and maintain a 750 gallon
cement tank system in the town parking lot on Plum Island.
Bill Jerome , of the Department of Marine Fisheries , was told that
town funds , not to exceed $500, will be available for materials to
repair the fishways in the Upper Parker River. The Department of
Marine Fisheries will supply the labor.
A hearing will be held at 8 o 'clock on June 22, 1971 for Joanne
Whitman, 1 Church Street, to fill in property owned by her, which
is classified as wetlands .
The Board then met with the Board of Fire Engineers. Wallace
Pearson, of Byfield, presented a letter from John G. Thatcher
stating that ten phones , instead of-eight , can be used for the red
line . Mr.. Pearson stated that one phone will be located in the
Police Department and the second in a f ireman 's home.
Wallace Pearson, John Rock, Verne Noyes , and James Wile said that_
at this time they are against installing a radio or monitor in
the police office . Joseph Stone was recorded as being in favor.
Mr. Wile stated that they are still investigating the possibility
of an entire new system.
The Selectmen unanimously voted to recommend to the Board of Fire
Engineers that a red phone should be installed from the Byfield
Fire Department to the Police Department base station in Town. Hall.
The weekly warrant was approved for $100,029.17.
The Board signed the warrant for the dog officer to collect either
the license fees or the unlicensed dogs .
The following lifeguards were appointed f or, duty at Plum Island:
Charles McClure Jr. , Greentree Lane
Michael McClure, Greentree Lane
Stephen Walker, Longbrook Road
Joseph Stone III. Hanover Street
Philip Spellman, a summer resident of Plum Island, 'from New
Jersey.
Two new police officers were appointed; John. Curran, Searle Street ,
Georgetown; and Fred M: MacBurnie, 12 Withington Street , Newbury.
Celia D. Tuxbury, 10 Riverview Drive , was drawn for jury duty at
Salem.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Sec.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
June 22, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on
Tuesday, June 22, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
Numerous abutters to the town-owned ,parking lot at Plum Island
voiced their objections to the installation of a holding tank
by the Plum Island Beachbuggy Association. Bob Smith was
called into the meeting and stated that since there are objec-
tors , he will withdraw his request. The Board then voided
any action on the installing of the tank in this area.
Mr. and Mrs. Albany Gallant , Newbury Neck Road, asked the
Board about the requirements for having a trailer on a lot ,
which was established before zoning: They were told that if
they had a percolation test and a building permit , they would
be allowed to have a trailer.
Gloria Salvo, Plum Island requested that the white lines on
the Plum Island Turnpike be painted. The Board agreed to
this and will find someone 'to do the job.
Matthew Sierak, Exeter Way, Plum Island, asked the Board if he
could gravel lots 28, 29, 30, 31 and 32 on Fordham Way to be
used as a parking lot. Since zoning; regulations of the town
do not allow us to grant this permit because a parking lot is
a business , and because all of Plum Island is zoned Agricultural-
Residential , we have no alternative but to deny this request.
A. hearing was held at 8 o 'clock for Joanne Whitman, 1 Church
Street , to fill-in property around her immediate house , as
specified on a map from the Department of Natural Resources ,
which is classified as wetlands. There was no opposition.
The hearing was closed at 8:10 P.M.
The weekly warrant was approved for $$20,127.54 Possible
transfers are :
Election and registration - $250
Dutch Elm Disease - $$300
The appointment of Charles H. Waterman, 1 Low Street , to an
unexpired term on the Finance Committee was omitted from
previous notes.
The Board then talked with Police Chief Orfant concerning
the hours of the lifeguards. They will work seven hours a
day, six days a week for ten weeks - for a forty-two hour
week, starting June 28th, except weather permits.
It .was brought up by Town Clerk Ralph Lowell that the Board
had not set a fee on the Seasonal All Alcoholic License
issued to David L. and Sharon D. Terry, which is combined
with a Yearly Beer and Wine License. The fee' for Beer and
Wine License is $$400 and the Board decided that the combined
figure shall be $$700. A letter will be sent to the Terrys
stating that the balance of $$300 is due .
The meeting was adjourned at 10 :05 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams, Secretary
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 13, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on
Tuesday, July 31, 1971 at 7:30' P.M.
Permission was given to the Haverhill Gas Company to shut off
services at 78 High Road to the Traister property and to
install a new gas service at 52 Main Street, Byf ield for the
Rutherford Association.
The weekly warrant was approved for $45,377.08.
Highway Surveyor, Cedric Little , asked the Board for funds
from Highways , Bridges, and Sidewalks to be used for oiling two
streets. He was told to find out how much is needed and then
` report back to the Board.
Mr. Little also stated that granite may be available to use
around the Green Pond instead of hottop. The Board will look
into this matter.
Chairman Lowe asked that the Board view the property of
Julia Rogers , who is on Veterans ' Services and wishes to sell
the property to her grandaughter. If sold, a sum of money
maybe reimbursed to the town.
A sewerage disposal permil was granted to Fred Zarella, corner
of 43rd Street and Northern Boulevard, Plum Island, on lot 258.
The Board also discussed the streetlights to be brightened
and the new streetlights to be installed.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Secretary
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 27, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held
on Tuesday, July 27, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
The weekly warrant was approved for $25,269.22. Auditor
Ashton Knight noted the need for borrowing $100C 000.00 in
anticipation .of taxes. Bids will be sent out and will be
opened at the next regulat meeting.
Permission was not granted to hire extra help to aid her in
sending out the tax bills .
Due to the hegrt attack of Wire Inspector, Donald Hutch,
Walter Aham, of Plum Island, was appointed Assistant Wire
Inspector until' Mr. Hutch has recovered.
Highway Surveyor, Cedric Little , presented the Board with
the cost to regravel and oil Hanover Drive , Longbrook Road,
and Lenway Road, which are unpaved, town accepted roads . It
was unanimously voted by the Board to take $2400.00 from
Highways , Bridges , and Sidewalks , to be used on these streets.
Selectman Knight stated that an article should be inserted
at a Town Meeting that a set of standards should be set up
for any acceptances or lay-outs of all new roads.
At 8 o 'clock, a hearing was held for the Mobile Oil Company
to add a 6000 gallon tank to their station on Central Street ,
Byfield, William Phillips, a representative from the oil
company spoke in favor. Fire Chief Wallace Pearson said
that this action would be within the fire -code . This matter
was taken under advisement by the Board. The hearing was
closed at 8:10 P.M.
Numerous residents from 43rd Street, Plum Island, were pre-
sent to object to a sewerage disposal permit, which was
issued to Fred Zarella, Lot 258, by the Board at the previous
meeting. Mary Spanios stated that the lot had deteriorated
from past storms and only tyro-thirds of the lot now remains .
She mentioned that when Mr. Zarella bought this parcel of
land from its previous owner, it was with the understanding
thathe would not build on it. She continued that the
sewerage system could not meet state - sanitary codes and that
a well must be 100 feet from a sewerage system. She concluded
by saying that she will call in the State Board of Health
to view this area. On her request , the Board of Selectmen
will also view this property in question.
Attorney John C. Stevens , of Beit , Wells , and Stevens , 53
State Street , Newburyport , representing Mr. and Mrs . Bernard
Ziemian, was present to object to Constant Christuk using his
property for a parking lot, which is in violation of the
zoning by-laws . A number of residents stated that he also
parks cars on Temple Clay, which blocks off the road completely
and is a fire hazard. They said that they have seen Mr.
Christuk take money from people for parking in these areas.
A petition with twelve names was presented to the Board and
is on file . The Board will have Police Chief Orfant investi-
gate this problem and report back to them.
A hearing was held at 9 o 'clock for the Massachusetts Electric
Company to install four poles on Hanover Street . There was
no opposition; permission was granted. The hearing was
closed at 9:05 P.M.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 27, 1971 (coot. )
A letter will be sent to Harry Thurlow, Oak Street , notifying
him that a hearing will be held on the 10 of August for him
to show just cause why his license to dig clams in the Town
of Newbury should not be revoked. He has been convicted in
court for taking short clams on three occasions .
Sewerage disposal permits were issued to :
Paul E. Morrill - Old Point Road, Plum Island
Eugene Norak Lot 159, Block E, Plum Island
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , Secretary
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
August 10, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of ;selectmen was held
on Tuesday, August 10, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
The Board agreed to a request from Mr. and Mrs. Fielding
that a no parking sign be installed at the end of a right
away, off Northern Boulevard at Lots 89 and 90, where they
live , as people park there and they are unable to get out
during the summer months .
A representative from Circle Finishing asked 'if the Board
would approve if his company is able to tie into the Newbury-
port sewerage system at no expense to the town. The Board
said that they would be in favor, but will consult with the
Town Counsel on this matter.
Mrs. Ziemian was present at the meeting to complain about
the matter of Constant Christuk parking cars in violation
of zoning. The Board decided that if the police department
can get evidence or show proof of such action, then im-
mediate steps will be taken.
At 8 o 'clock, bids were opened for borrowing $100,000 in
anticipation of taxes for 120 days . The following four
bids were received.-
First and Ocean, Newburyport - 3.07%
Merchants National, Newburyport - 3.10%
New England Merchants , Boston - 3.18%
Arlington Trust, Newburyport - 3.09%
All being qualified bidders , it was awarded to the First and
Ocean Bank, the lowest bidder.
Mrs . Vinning, 28th Street , complained that Mr. Gadd is
running a plumbing and bottle gas business out of his home .
She said that there are three large tanks and numerous
plumbing fixtures in his yard.
Mr. Gadd was present at the meeting and stated that he isn't
operating a bottle gas business and that he would dispose
of the plumbing fixtures outside his home in the near future.
The Board is satisfied that he will do this.
The weekly warrant was approved for $21 ,581.28.
A letter will be sent to the Colonial Retriever Field Trial
Club granting them permission to discharge firearms on Sunday,
October 3rd, when they hold their field trial for retrievers
on the Parker River Wildlife Refuge , the weekend of October
lst - 3rd, 1971 .
A letter was received from Fred Zarella requesting a hearing
if it is necessary for him to appeal the sewerage disposal
permit, which was previously issued to him. The Town Counsel
will advise the Selectmen in writing concerning this matter.
Selectman Knight asked if the Prest Family had been listed
as residents in Newbury. Town Clerk Ralph Lowell checked
with the Registrar of Voters , who stated they were not
found in town during the listing of residents in the winter.
And, for the state census in the spring, they could not be
contacted in Newbury, so the Registrars went to th.ei_r place
of business in Rowley, at which time Mrs. Prest said that `
they are living in Rowley. They are not listed as Newbury
residents .
A sewerage disposal permit was issued to Mr. Peterson, 16th
Street, Plum Island, Lot G 85.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I Adams, secretary
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
August 24, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held
on Tuesday, August 24, 1971 at 7:30 P.M. .
A special permit was issued to Mr. and Mrs . Albany Gallant ,
Newbury Neck Road, to have a trailer, not to exceed sixty days ,
on their lot , as proper procedure has been followed. They
`stated that the trailer that they had ordered had arrived
early and the lot next door was still in the process of being
surveyed and prepared for the proper sewerage system.
Fred Zarella asked the Board to reinstate his sewerage disposal
permit. He atated that his sewerage system would extend from
Lot 258 to adjoining Lot 257, which is also owned by him,
and would comply with all State rules and regulations . He
left a copy of his intentions with the Board. After consult-
ing with Town. Counsel, it was felt by the Board that this
sewerage permit should be reissued.
Mrs . Spanios objected to the renewing of this permit as she
believes it is impossible to do as Mr. Zarella's adjoiningi
lot has eroded.
Mr. Ziemiannwas present at the meeting to complain about the
matter of Constant Christuk charging for parked cars, which
would be in violation of the zoning bylaws . Chairman Lowe
suggested, and the Board agreed, that the only way to resolve
this problem is to have all parties involved attend our next
regular meeting.
The weekly warrant was approved for $211209.19. Two possible
transfers - Collector ' s Expenses , $900.00 and Moth Chapter 660-
$300.00, were discussed.
At 9 o 'clock, a hearing was held for the New England Telephone
and Telegraph Company to install two poles on Hanover Street
and one on High Road. Ron Zarella, representative for the
telephone company, spoke in favor of this . There was no
opposition. Permission was granted by the Board. The hearing
was closed,-at 9:10 P.M.
Gene Palumbo and Ralph Barton attended the meeting with an
alternate plan for a sewerage system installed for a new
house , which they are building on Boston Road. The Board
stated that the sewerage system had not been installed where
it was supposed to have been on the lot. A new percolation
test should be taken in the immediate area; not being more
than ten feet parallel with the system that is installed at
the present time . After the test has been taken, the
builders will bring the results back to the Board.
George and Emily McClay, Lot 19, Block H, Plum Island, asked
permission to install a retainging wall along their property
on the Basin. Six neighbors were present to protest the
construction of this wall because according to the plans
that the McClays have, it will not be on their own-property.
After a lengthy discussion by the Board, it was decided if
Mr. and Mrs . McClay are positive of their boundry lines , which
are in doubt in the minds of their neighbors , they may build
the wall, providing they stay on their own property and do
not infringe upon anyone elses.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 :55 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan I.AA.g. ]ffg, secretary
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
September 14, 1971
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on
Tuesday, September 14, 1971 at 7:30 P.M.
Constant Christuk and Mr. and Mrs . Bernard Ziemian came
before the Board, as they were asked at the last regular
meeting, to see if the problem between them, concerning Mr.
Christuk' s supposed zoning violation, could be straightened
out . Mr. Christuk stated that he has operated a small food
stand, as well as a parking lot , since 1956. He said that .
he has records from the Internal Revenue , showing his income
in 1957 before there was zoning. He also mentioned that he
has not expanded his parking area, but had only had it re-
surgaced this past spring. Mr. Christuk feels that he has in
no way increased his business since lie began in 1956 and that
he is not violating the zoning bylaws.-
Mr. Ziemian stated that more gravel has been put on the
parking area making it larger and gravel has been added
behind the present stand. He said that since 1970, as soon
as the Refuge parking lot becomes full , Mr. Christuk parks
cars in his lot and along Temple Way. He feels that Mr.
Christuk is in complete violation of the zoning bylaws .
Dave Caldwell_ , Building Inspector, being the Enforcing Officer
of Zoning, was asked to speak on this issue. He stated that
he visited the area' in question when Mr. Ziemian first called
to complain about the parking lot being enlarged and he has
visited the lot on numerous other occasions at the tequest
of Mr. and Mrs . Ziemian. He added that he had observed ten
to fifteen cars being parked on Sundays in August, but he
could find no definite proof that Mr. Christuk is doing any
more business now than what he did when he opened in 1957•
He also stated that he didn't know how anyone could prove
how much business he did in 1957 compared to the business
he is doing at the present time.
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Selectman Knight asked if a business certificate had been
filed with the Town Clerk. Ralph Lowell, Town Clerk,
answered that the only one he could find was dated May 29,
1967, the Refugeguard. There was no previous record before
this.
Chairman Lowe stated that both sides of the story have now
been aired and that pebhaps the only way to' settle this
matter would be if the two parties went to court . No action
was taken by the Board.
Mr. Zarella asked fora special permit to run a waterline
across 43rd Street. The Board granted permission providing
that he is responsible in returning the road to the same
condition that it is now in.
The weekly warrant' was signed for $32,404.75.
The following transfers were approved:
Forest Fires - $350.00
Lifeguards - $550.00
Parks - $300.00 '
Collector 's expense - $900.00
Moth Chapter 660 - $170.00
Interest - $93.65
Chairman Lowe stated that Cedric Little , Highway Surveyor,
had spoken to him and said that he will be out of town for
a period of time and had appointed Henry Webb as Time
Keeper and Overseerer of the Highway Department . Selectman
Knight asked if this is legal. Charrman Lowe stated that he
will ask the Town Counsel, to see if it is.
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SELECTMEN 'S MEETING
September 14, 197i (cont . ).
Arnold Collis mentioned that he has drawn up a new schedule
of hours at the Town Dump to go into effect November lst ,
after Daylight Saving Time ends . He will have papers made
up with the new change of times.
Mr. Collis also asked to have, a shelter made available for-
him at the dump. Permission was givefi to him to find someone
to -dig a new sanitary landfill trench, as the present one
is nearly filled. He suggested that a backhoe could be used.
Two sewerage disposal permits were issued to Matthew F.
Sierak, Fordham Gray, Lots 28 and 29.
The name of Frederic Harwood, 21 Forest Street , was drawn
for j4ry duty, October 15th at Salem.
The meeting was Adjourned at 9:55 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan I. Adams , secretary
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING (SPECIAL)
September 22, 1971
At a Special meeting of the Board of Selectmen held on
September 22, 1971, Arnold W. Collis was appointed
Scti.ng Highway Surveyor on a temporary basis under
Chapter 41 Section 40.
Respectfully submitted
Alan I. Adams , secretary