HomeMy Public PortalAboutSELECTMENS RECORDS 1986-1990 SELECTMEN ' S MEETING 299
February 25 , 1986
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 11 , 1986 W33 95 , 720. 91
P31 48 ,291 . 11
RS32 212 . 70
February 18 , 1986 P32 10,402 . 64
W34 62 , 713 . 24
RS33 6 ,956 . 00
W7 (COA) 1 ,-787 . 70
The Board presented a $35 , 000 . 00 check to the Newbury Fire
Protection Co . 2 , for the purchase of land adjacent to the Town Hall
to be used for municipal parking . The people who are presently
parking on this lot will be given a reasonable time to find alternate
parking . By a unanimous agreement, the town is to return a strip
of the tract near the fire station to the seller , Newbury Fire
Protection Co . 2 for the fee of $1 . 00 .
By a unanimous agreement the Board voted to back the Conservation
Commission ' s appeal to-the State Department of Environmental Quality
Engineering for help in enforcing state wetlands regulations on Plum
Island.
The Board unanimously agreed to place three articles on the
April 15th Town Meeting warrant , at the request of Animal Control
Officer Richard Cunningham. The articles deal with the withdrawal
from the County system, establishment of a local by-law, including
fees and fines , and establishing authority and duties of the animal con-
trol stressing he feels strongly enough about the issue to take it to
the Town Meeting floor- himself .
The Board unanimously agreed not to exercise the Town ' s option to
purchase protect land on P.lumer ' s Lane , owned by Melville A. Pratt, Jr . ,
allowing him to sell the property. They also agreed to ask the Highway
Supt . to investigate Pratt ' s complaint that someone has dug a drainage
ditch diagonally across the lane , causing flooding on his land.
Selectman Adams stated that the town must face up to the problem of
flooding throughout that area , citing the need for larger culverts and
raising the road at least a foot .
The Board unanimously turned d6wn- 'a request from Beverly Cahoon
to license a business at 14 Harvard Way, Plum Island, which lost its
non-conforming status by being closed since 1977 . The Selectmen said
that the Board is powerless to allow the business in a residential
zone since the town has no use-change by-law in its zoning regulations .
Board members unanimously endorsed plans for the Newbury Public
Library and Triton Regional High School for a "Student Government and
Career Day" sometime in May, during which students in Grades 9-12 will
serve in various town positions . The students will write "why I ' d
like to be" letters in connection with such positions as Selectman,
Police Chief , Fire Chief , Postmaster , Town Clerk, Treasurer, Teacher,
Librarian, Assessor, Building Inspector and Animal Control Officer .
Selectmen unanimously approved placement of a library book drop
at Town Hall at the request of the library trustees .
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A rabies clinic was scheduled for Wednesday, March 26th, 4 to 6
p.m. at Town Hall , with a rain location at the fire station. Dr . Henry
Lyons will be,-on hand. /
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
j SELECTMEN' S MEETING
March 11 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. . Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present.:
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 25 , 1986 W35 100, 877 . 79
P33 47 , 116 . 72
RS34 178 . 15
March 4, 1986 RS35 175 . 00
P34 11 , 998 . 44
W36 47 ,107 . 13
Civil Defense Director, George L. Riel was present at the
meeting . He addressed the Board, presented and read the following
communication :
Board of Selectmen , -
25 High Road
Newbury, Mass . 01950
Gentlemen:
As Director of Civil Defense and a member of the Emergency
Response Committee , I would like to request that future meetings of the
Emergency Response Committee be postponed until the plans that we have
submitted to FEMA for informal review have been returned to the Town
of Newbury .
I feel that as CD Director , I would be in a better position to
work on the plans once the comments on the review can be evaluated, and
any work on the plans at this time would not be beneficial .
s/ George L. Riel
Director , Civil Defense
The contents of the letter were discussed and the Board was in agreement
with Mr . Riel ' s suggestion. Selectman Adams made a motion to postpone
meetings until the Draft Preliminary Plans are returned from FEMA.
Selectman Lowe seconded the motion and it was made unanimous by Chairman
Machiros ,
The Selectmen and the Finance Committee will hold a meeting next
Monday. March 17th at 7 : 00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing town
business including the budget .
1986 Shellfish Regulations were reviewed by - the Board. Before
acceptance of the regulations , the Board was in agreement that the
following should be added to them, and then they would sign them,
indicating their acceptance : "These regulations are recommended by the
Town Shellfish Commissioners" , and the Shellfish Commissioners will
also sign the regulations .
Mr. William Miller, who resides at 14 Riverfront , was present
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and stated to the Board that his property borders property owned by
Mary Barton, where the Mary kelley house stands vacant and it is a real
hazard, as it has been broken into , and he is afraid of future damages
to the Mary Kelley property and possibly to his own if a fire should
occur . He said that he has tried to get something done by speaking
to Mary Barton about it . It seems that an unexpired lease is in effect
and as a result any disposal of the house (which is posted condemned)
is at a standstill as far as the law goes . The Board suggested to
Mr. Miller that he attempt to contact Mary Barton once again to find
out if anything can be done at this time , and if a letter from the
Board to the lawyers for Mary Kelley; would be beneficial . The Board
stated . that they would render some assistance if a letter would. help.
Board of Health Agent James Lowe informed Mr . Miller that he has posted
the house "condemned" and thereby the town has done its part, however
he would .be in agreement with a letter of support for tearing the
building down.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN and FINANCE COMMITTEE
March 17 , 1986
Present at the meeting wereeChairman Angie Machiros , Selectmen
James A. *'Lowe and Alan I . Adams . Also present were two members of,
the Finance Committee - Keith Walton and Richard Walsh.
Chairman Machiros referred to the communication from Civil
Defense Director George L. Riel , regarding the Emergency Response
Plan. The letter requested that meetings of the Emergency Response
Committee be postponed until the plans that we have submitted to
FEMA for informal review have been returned to the Town of Newbury.
Chairman Machiros stated "I would like to further add, that we should
not participate in any scheduled FEMA plan exercises or dr.i-lls that
test the plans ' adequacy until we have ample time for the Evacuation
Committee to review them, and that the Evacuation Committee makes its
findings and report back to the Board of Selectmen. As you know, we
all supported Article 30 in the Town Warrant two years ago and I
stand committed to that Article , as I am sure you folks do. To
reiterate for a minute , we will not participate in any plan FEMA or State
exercises until the plans come back and the committee has a chance to
review them and make its report to the citizens at town meeting and raise
the question to our citizens whether or not they accept the plans and
want us to participate or not . Therefore the chairman would entertwin
this motion that I just discussed. The motion was moved by Selectman
Adams , .seconded by Selectman Lowe and Chairman Machiros made it unanimous .
Budget figures were discussed and the Selectmen and Finance Committee
members spoke with the Highway Supt . Philip Osgood to find out just how
much he will need this year for much needed trucks to replace a 1973
and 1974 model which need .extensive repairs and even then would not be
of much use to the town. Mr . Osgood estimated that two new trucks would
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cost $50,000. 00 each. Selectmen will request that money to purchase
the trucks be transferred from the stabilization fund.
- Building Inspector, David Caldwell was present and stated that
perhaps the two Board should consider a change in the hours of Building
Inspector and Assistant Building Inspector . He stated that his assistant
Charles Powers was in favor of working 40'?hour week, and he would be
agreeable to working a 30 hour week. After a discussion the Board
said that they would be in agreement of 30 hours each, but not 40 and 30/
It was brought to the attention of the Boards that Mr . Powers ' hours
include working for the Conservation Commission and Selectman Lowe stated
that in his opinion the Conservation Commission should pay for any hours
spent working for them, and not have the Building Department stand the
expense out of their budget . No opposition was voiced.
The entire budget was covered and the figures will be presented at
the Town Meeting April 15 , 1986 .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, .
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
March 25 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March llth W37 20,867 . 46
P35 46 , 196 . 59
W8 (COA) 2 , 782 . 09
March 18th W38 20, 794. 71
P36 8, 887 . 07
RS37 7 , 646 . 00
Several local residents attended the meeting for the purpose of
discussing evacuation plans in the event of a radiological accident at
the Seabrook Station. Selectman Adams spoke and said "let it be known and
it should be known that some people feel that Chairman Machiros has
made decisions on his own in this highly emotional matter" , adding "this
has definitely not been the case . He has consulted with us as a Board,
and we have been aware of everything that has been done so far . We are
all very concerned about the safety of our citizens and it is just too
bad that he has been getting the brunt of this . " Selectman Lowe stated
that he is in support of his colleagues and said that he thought this
whole issue is one of a tremendous amount of controversy. The group in
attendance are interested in holding a special town meeting to consider,
withdrawing from the planning process , and have gathered the necessary
signatures to petition for the session, but have not formally submitted
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them to the town ' s Board of Registrars for certification. Chairman
Machiros stated that he is opposed to a special town meeting before a
complete review of the evacuation plan is completed, however , he told
the group : "the ball is in your court" . He said that once the Registrars
stamp the petition, the Selectmen are obliged by law to call a special
town meeting within 45 days . , He added that he prefers to wait until
the town ' s Evacuation Committee , created to review the plans and make
recommendations , decides if a safe evacuation is possible . He said
that the plans are now being informally reviewed by officials from the
Federal Evergency Management Agency, and are expected to be returned
within three weeks . Mrs . Elizabeth Banus , a member of the Evacuation
Committee , questioned whether the town has enough time to continue
reviewing the plans , adding that "a complete review could take months ,
and the plant is scheduled to go on line in October . We may not have all
the time in the world and a town meeting vote later in the year to reject
the plans may have no meaning because the local towns may be overruled. "
Chairman Machiros said that a letter will be sent to the Governor in
the next two or three days informing him that on March 17th the Board
of Selectmen unanimously voted to rescind the previous request to
participate in Federal or State Exercises to test the adequacy of the
Emergency Response Plans in regard to Seabrook Station in the event of
any emergency.
In other business , the Selectmen appointed .Douglas Clark as a full
time police dispatcher on the recommendation of Police Chief George Riel .
The appointment will include a six month probation period.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
espectfully submitted,
Dori Hodge , r ry
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 8, 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
' - r•,^The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 25th W39 37 ,452 . 42
P37 48,367 . 74
RS38 175 . 00
April lst W40 28, 140 . 67
P38 9 ,471 . 89
W18(350th) 2 ,OOO .f00
RS39 738 . 25
Chairman Machiros stated that notification has been received
from the Secretary of Public Safety, Charles A. Barry, that there is
a hearing scheduled for April 19th for the purpose of discussing the
evacuation plans for the Seabrook nuclear power plant . The Chairman
said that the hearing date is too soon because the town has not completed
a review of its evacuation plans . Selectman Adams agreed and said that we
want to make sure that we have enough time , and he made a motion to use
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all means possible , including letter writing and telephone calls to
State Officials to oppose the April 19th hearing . This motion was
unanimously passed by the. Board.
At our last meeting, a group of residents including several
members of the evacuation committee created to review the plans ,
collected 300 signatures for the purpose of requesting that a special
town meeting be called because they question whether the town can be
safely evacuated. Chairman Machiros said that the 'Board will call the
special town meeting as soon as the Board of Registrars certifies the
correct number of signatures on the petition. Town Clerk Marcia Peirce ,
clerk ex-officio of the Registrars , said that a new voting list is
expected to be compiled tomorrow so a certification of the petition
should be completed by next week.
At 8 :00 p .m. a budget hearing was held with reference to Revenue
Sharing expenditures . No one attended the hearing. The amount of
Revenue Sharing funds to be discussed this fiscal year is $193 , 532 . 00.
The following budget of Revenue Sharing Funds proposed for FY87 are :
Public Safety $12 , 500; Highways - $39 ,000; Board of Health- $129 , 7.00 .
Chairman Machiros asked if there was any opposition to this . No
opposition was voiced. The hearing was closed and the matter was taken
under advisement . The hearing resumed and a motion was unanimously
passed to accept the budget as read.
It was noted that there will be a mock town meeting on April loth
at 8 : 15 p .m. at the Byfield Town Hall .
The Board unanimously appointed Charles Eaton of Salisbury as a
reserve officer with a six months probation period: This appointment
was made after the Board had examined Mr. Eaton ' s resume and also upon
the recommendation of Chief Riel .
The meeting adjourned at 8 :20 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 22 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p .m. Chairman Machiros
opened the meeting. Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams were
present .
The annual election was held April 19th at which time Chairman
Machiros ran for re-election for another 3 year term. He received 1 ,376
votesand opponent Paul Daubitz received 500 votes.He was congratulated by
his colleagues who unanimously appointed him Selectmen ' s Coordinator
for another 3 year term at a salary of $12 , 500 . 00 a year plus expenses ,
and they praised him for his efforts in keeping the town running
smoothly and efficiently during his time in office . Selectman Adams
spoke and said that the Board usually re-organizes at the Selectmen ' s
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meeting following the annual town election. He said that this was
Selectman Lowe ' s last year in office , adding that he had been on the
Board with Jim for) 18 years and he had learned a lot from him. He
said that he would like to offer him the nomination as Chairman for
the coming year . Selectman Lowe thanked him for the nomination. He
said that he would respectfully decline the nomination as he felt that
Chairman Machiros was doing a good job in keeping things running smoothly.
After Selectman Lowe declined the nomination, Chairman Machiros was
nominated to the Chairmanship for the coming year . He accepted the
nomination and by a unanimous vote was appointed to that position.
Selectman Adams nominated Selectman Lowe to again fill the Clerk ' s
position. Selectman Lowe accepted the nomination and he was unanimously
appointed to fill that position.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
April 8, 1986 W41 32 ,901 . 70
P39 47 , 565 . 68
W8 1 , 528 . 97
RS40 182 . 00
April 15 , 1986 P40 8 ,994 . 37
W42 28, 834. 19
RS41 175 . 00
Donald Phillips from Plum Island was present at the meeting and
addressed the Board saying that he has lived on the Island for about 40
years . He said that for the last 3 years he has been complaining to the
town of Newbury, starting with the Police Department and the Building
Inspector that cars are being stored., repaired and sold by Angie ' s
Service Station on a lot across the street from the station. He said that
the Police and the Building Inspector investigated and found no violation.
He questioned the legality of this as he felt that it was a zoning
violation. Selectman Adams said that Mr . Phillips has been bringing
the same complaint before the Board year after year and as far as he
was concerned., it was nothing but an ongoing war that he was waging
against Mr . Machiros and his family. He said that he would like to
make a motion that Mr . Phillips should take this matter to court as he
felt that it was a civil complaint , adding that he "wanted to withdraw
from this hearing at this time" . At this time he excused himself from
sitting on the Board, as did Chairman Machiros , who said that this was
nothing but a personal attack on him and his family. Selectman Lowe
was the remaining member on the Board who told Mr . Phillips he was
free to speak, however, "it was like licking a dead horse in that no
action could be taken by one member" . Mr . Phillips stated that he
was not attacking Mr . Machiros , but was merely voicing a complaint as
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Joan Purington was present and agreed
to the further date , in order not tC(;3 v'
interfere with the most important
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a taxpayer . Selectman Lowe suggested that Mr . Phillips take the
matter to court .
After Mr . Phillips left the hall , Chairman Machiros and Selectman
Adams returned to the meeting .
The Board unanimously set May 6th as the date for a special town
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meeting to consider withdrawing from evacuation planning for the Sea-
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brook Power Plant . Members of the group that petitioned for the meeting
agreed to the date which falls within the 45 day period in which the
Selectmen were required by law to call the meeting . However, two
additional petitioned articles were postponed until a special meeting
in June, one which proposes stricter standards for percolation tests ,
the tests which determine if land is suitable for a septic system; and
a zoning amendment which would spread out development of subdivisions .
The Board said that the extra articles would have delayed the town
meeting by six days because zoning articles are required by law to be
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discussed at a Planning Board hearing prior to a town meeting vote .
The hearing must be advertised two weeks in advance . Joan Purington
was present and asked the Board if they would sponsor the percolation
and zoning articles . The Board said that they would honor the
articles but would not sponsor them. Chairman Machiros assured her-
that the Board would place the articles on the warrant in June and
that Town Counsel had assured the Board that the action was proper .
Betty Swanson, a Newbury resident , was .present and asked the
Board for help in providing parking for commuters who get the bus
to Boston near the town hall . She said that since the town bought
the parking lot adiacent to the town hall for municipal parking,
the commuters cannot park there , and have nowhere else to park. Police
Chief Riel said that some commuters have been parking in the lot behind
the fire station, which is owned by Verne Noyes . Mrs . Swanson said
that she was aware of the lot but that Mr . Noyes charges for its use .
She said she was hoping the town could provide some sort of parking
since the .commuter traffic is substantial - three buses and two vans
pick up riders daily. The Board said that it regretted the situation
but that there was little to be done . Chairman Machiros suggested
that she check with the school department which has a large parking
lot at the elementary school on Hanover Street .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 13 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present :
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
April 22 , 1986 W43 30,083 . 34
RS42 7 ,075 . 00
P41 48 ,315 90
April 29 , 1986 W44 142 , 766 . 05
P42 8,938 . 91
RS43 119 . 00
May 6 , 1986 W45 128, 639 . 49
P43 44,917 . 57
W10 1 ,429 . 64
Mrs . Sharon Trefry has resigned from the Planning Board. The
Board unanimously appointed Thomas A. Tribble of Plum Island, to fill
the vacancy. The term. expires June 30, 1987 .
The Board unanimously appointed Rita Avelis as part time Dispatcher
for the Newbury Police Department . Ms . Kathleen Dion has resigned from
that position.
The Board unanimously voted to accept a donation from the Cunningham
family to replace a tree which was recently destroyed by vandals on the
upper Green. The tree replacement will be dedicated in memory of Mrs .
Ella S . Cunningham, according to her grandson, James Cunningham, who
was present at the meeting .
The Board agreed to research a request by Mr . Dementian Guschov
and his son, to allow Newburyport to provide sewer line link up to the
Elderly Housing proiect on Rolfe ' s Lane which they own. Attorney Richard
Hamel was present and stated that Newburyport officials had told him
that the hook-up cannot be completed until such legislation is passed
or until the town of Newbury enters into an agreement with Newburyport ,
allowing the link-up. Selectman Lowe stated that the town has always
refused to make such .an agreement as there arse only 8 or 9 Newbury
residents that are connected to the sewer . By a unanimous vote , the
Board took the matter under advisement and will discuss it further with
Representative 'Palumbo .
The Board unanimously reiected an operational-to-closure plan for
the town ' s landfill . The plan had been presented by Bruce Irving to
begin capping the landfill with treated sludge obtained from the ,
South Essex Wastewater-Treatment Plant . Mr. Irving explained that
in regard to preparing such a plan, "The day of reckoning is coming . "
He added that his five year plan was the beginning of the final
capping process . He said. that he had discussed his report with Depart-
ment of Environmental personnel and they agreed that Newbury could
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use the material that they had tested. Recently copies of that test
report were left for the Board ' s review. Both Selectman Adams and
Selectman Lowe said that they did not have enough time to review the
report and could not come to a decision at this meeting . Mr . Irving
said that planning to cap the landfill must begin soon. Chairman Machiros
said that he did not wish to rush his colleagues into making a decision,
and he felt that more time was needed.
In other business , the Board signed a letter to be sent to Governor
Dukakis , Attorney General Bellotti and Public Safety Director Charles
Barry informing them of the town meeting decision last week to stop
planning for a possible emergency at the Seabrook Nuclear Plant . The
Board. also told the aforesaid of the town ' s decision not to participate
in any exercises concerned with the emergency response plan.
The Board unanimously refused a request of Papkan Sahagian to
sign a confirmatory deed dated in 1951 . Realtor Richard Van Amburg-'
explained it was signed 35 years ago by two members of the then three
member board. He said that the two signatures were not sufficient to
satisfy the attorney authorizing the sale of the property. The Board
refused, but did offer Sahagian a letter from Town Clerk Marcia Peirce
certifying that the confirmatory deed was signed by a majority of the
Board in 1951 , and was therefore legally binding .
Chairman Machiros stated that the Town Boat Ramp will be completed
this week.
The meeting adjourned at 9 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MAY 27 , 1986
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:,
May 13 , 1986 W46 34, 579 . 38
W44 10 , 897 . 70
RS45 7 , 154. 95
May 20, 1986 W47 92 ,228 . 46
P45 48 , 762 . 45
W19 (350th) 1 . 93
RS46 189 . 00
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Selectmen accepted a $6 ,961 . 00 reimbursement check from the
State for expenses incurred from Hurricane Gloria , a storm which
struck the area last Fall . In accepting the check, Chairman Machiros
publicly thanked everyone involved with battling the storm. A request
in writing from the Director of Civil Defense George L. Riel was re-
ceived and read: The request is as follows : "Pursuant to the receipt
of reimbursement for damages caused by Hurricane Gloria, I request that
said monies when received go directly into the following accounts :
Line Item 37 (Police Expense) $ 794 . 04
Line Item 40 (Fire Protection) 1 , 138 . 81
Line Item 71 (Highway Maintenance) 1 , 683 . 50
Line Item 74 (Highway Labor) 3 ,344 . 24
6,960 . 60
s/ George L.Riel
Chief of Police
Town of Newbury
Request was unanimously granted.
In other business , Chairman Machiros reminded residents of Plum
Island to put out only "Household garbage" for trash pick-up . He said
that the firm hired to remove garbage from the Island will not pick
up brush, construction materials and other debris .
On a suggestion from Selectman Adams , the Board voted to establish
a study group to look into the traffic problem at the intersection of
Parker Street and High Road .
Mr . Norman Lamothe , 25 Plum Island Blvd. , was at the meeting and
presented the Selectmen with a petition, signed by ten area residents .
The petition which calls for action against excessive noise at the
lounge was the first formal complaint against the business. Chairman
Machiros stated that several' verbal complaints have been received
recently. The petition also suggested that action should be taken to
prevent the alleged blocking of Roy Avenue by trucks making deliveries
to the Beachcomber. Chairman Machiros stated that the petition will be
placed on record and that the owners of the Beachcomber will be called
in if complaints continue . The owners of the restaurant , Paul and
Patricia DeStefano have operated the business for the past year and
received their liquor license in November of 1985 . The license was
issued on the condition that there would be no excessive or loud
music and when bands play, or music is played, the windows -should be
shut . Chairman Machiros said that he was sure that "we can work this
thing out" , adding "I 'm sure the residents who signed this petition
don' t want to see them go out of business . "
James Henry, 36 Central Street , Byfield, appeared before the Board
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requesting a Beauty Shop License for his wife , Louise M. Henry. The
Selectmen said that they saw no problem in granting the license and
this wouldr"be done as soon as Mrs . Henry receives her license from
the State (not before) .
Chief Riel requested that the following lifeguards be appointed
for the season of 1986 : Head Lifeguard: Paul Ruggiero; Mark
DesJardins , Carolyn Tamagna , Marie Nastasia , Lara Wilkinson, Kristin
Spanger, Jeffrey Jones and Steve O ' Connell . All of these were
recommended by the Chief and the Board unanimously granted the
appointments .
Richard True and his wife attended the meeting and requested
that their street be changed from 165-R Elm Street to 1 Tenney Lane .
The Board informed the True ' s that it was no easy matter to change
the name of a street . They in turn took the matter under advisement .
William G. Creed and Florence E . Creed, Husband and Wife , have
asked the town of Newbury if they are interested in purchasing a portion
of their land on Orchard Street . The Creeds intend to convert the
land from agricultural and/or horticultural to "residential use and
this will come under Chapter 61A of the Mass . General Laws . The
town has no interest in purchasing the land and the Notice of Non-
Exercise of Option has been duly signed.
It was noted that there will be a special town meeting at the
Round School on June ' 24th at 7 : 30 p.m. On that same evening the
Selectmen ' s meeting will be held at 5 : 30 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 10, 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
May 27 , 1986 W48 31 , 645 . 76
P46 10, 657 . 59
W10 (COA) 1 ,989 . 20
R47 258 . 30
June 3rd RS48 1 ,390 . 00
P47 46 ,332 . 84
W49 123 ,271 . 61
A communication from Edith H. Smith, 26 Parker Street , was
received and read by the Chairman. Mrs . Smith desires to convert
a section of her land from agricultural and/or horticultural use
to commercial use . The property is described as follows : That
section of land in Newbury (Map R47 , Parcel 30, Book 6300 , Page 314)
which goes , including the creek, westerly to the Industrial Park,
Newburyport . The town of Newbury has the option to purchase this
land if they so desire . The Board unanimously agreed that they had
no interest in exercising their option to purchase the land.
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Chairman Machiros read the following legal notice which was published
in the Newburyport News on May 28, 1986 .
"At the April 15 , 1986 Annual Town Meeting of the Town of Newbury, a
total budiet of $4,394, 506 . 77 was voted. On this total , it was voted
to use Revenue Sharing Funds for Fiscal Year 1987 as follows : Police
Cruiser - $12 , 500 . 00 ; Highway Improvements - $39 ,000 . 00; Board of Health -
$129 , 700 . 00. Copies of the enacted budget are available for review in
the Office of the Town Clerk. s/ Angie Machiros , Chairman; James A. Lowe ,
Clerk; Alan I . Adams , Member, Board of Selectmen, Town of Newbury. "
Paul Visconte from Byfield appeared before the Board requesting a
license to sell Icercream at lOD Fruit Street , Byfield, Mass . The Board
was agreeable with this request tantamount to being inspected by the
Board of Health Agent !James A. Lowe . The Shop will be known as "Scoop
du Jour" and will be run by Mr. Visconte and his wife . Among the many
flavors will be "Oreo Cookie Ice Cream" , a favorite of Chairman Machiros .
A letter has been received from the Division of Fisheries and
Wildlife, 100 Cambridge Street , Boston, Mass . , and reads as follows :
"Massachusetts General Laws , Chapter 7 , Section 401 requires that the
Division of Fisheries and Wildlife notify local Board of Selectmen, or
City Councils , of the State ' s intent to purchase , rent , sell or signi-
ficantly change the use of one or more acres of real estate in a
municipality. Pursuant to that section, we wish to inform you that the
Division of Fisheries and Wildlife is considering acquisition of
approximately 28 . 9 acres of land within Newbury. The land is now in
private ownership and is currently being used for the purpose of vacant
land. The property would be acquired for conservation and recreation pur-
poses as provided in M.G.L. Chapter 131 , Section 6 & 7 . " The letter
did not state where the land was located but it did ask that the Board
read a notice of the purchase publicly and then sign a statement
certifying that it had been read. The Board members unanimously decided
not to sign the statement until they found out what land is involved.
A request was unanimously approved for the Gas Company to dig up
part of Graham Avenue to install a new gas line .
A letter from the Town Clerk was read by the Chairman as follows :
"Please note for your information that each time a special town meeting
is called, and must be held at the Newbury Elementary School , the
minimum cost to this office is $140. 00 . This expense has been absorbed
in my budget but combined with the extra police expense and multiplied
by several town meetings does add up and may show up at the end of the
year with requiring transfer of funds . s/ Marcia Peirce , Town Clerk"
Chairman Machiros said that he wished to publicly thank Mr . Ralph
Barrett who went around to the graves of the Veterans and placed flags
on the graves for Memorial Day. Chairman Machiros also wishes to thank
Mr . Larry Gravelle , who suggested to us that Mr . Barrett would be
willing to decorate the graves .
It was noted that the next Selectmen ' s meeting will be held on
June 24th at 5 :30 p.m. when it is expected that appointments will be
made and bids for road materials will be opened, among other business
to be taken care of . The Special Town Meeting will be held at 7 : 30
p .m. at the Round School .
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The meeting adjourned at 7 : 50 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 24, 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 5 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 10, 1986 RS49 725 . 00
P48 11 ,272 . 02
W50 22 , 651 . 29
June 17 , 1986 W51 16 , 649 . 09
P49 65 ,409 . 85
RS50 7 ,825 . 00
Mrs . Margaret Stone was present . She addressed the Board and
stated that she has resolved certain problems that she was having
with her neighbor, Everett Davis .
A group of Newbury residents attended the meeting and complained
about recent subdivision rules adopted by the Planning Board (after
these rules were voted down at Town Meeting) ; (one which set a minimum
depth of house lot frontage and another that limited the amount of
wetlands allowed in a house lot to 20 percent of the minimum lot size . )
By unanimous agreement , the Board said that they will try to reach an
amiable resolve on this issue in order to avoid getting into litigation
with another town board; by meeting with Town Counsel , the Planning
Board and themselves .. The Board feels that the Planning Board has.
usurped the powers of town meeting by adopting these regulations .
The Board unanimously agreed that the Planning Board ' s role should be to
demand that development proposals comply with State and local laws not
to obstruct development . By a show of hands , the group definitely
supported the Selectmen in their efforts to work out an amiable solution
to these problems which are of such great concern to the residents .
In other business , appointments for the year were made and are
on file in the Selectmen ' s Office . Appointments approved by the
Selectmen include three residents who will serve on a Commission to
study the fate of the former Marquand Estate on Kent ' s Island. Robert
Chick of Newman Road will be the Selectmen ' s representative to the
Study Commission and Gregory Banus of Hay Street will be an alternate
member -. Paula Newton will represent the Town ' s Historic Commission on
the Study Group; Robert Noonan, 248 High Road, Member ; Jeffrey Noonan
Ex-Officio Member .
Long time gas inspector George Emerson was re-appointed temporarily
until a replacement can be found for him. He is resigning his position.
On Mr . Emerson' s recommendation, the Board voted to increase gas
inspection fees from $6 . 00 to $10 . 00 and $4. 00 for a re-cal"l .
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Mr . Bruce Irving was appointed as the Town ' s "Right to Knbw Law
Officer" .
Mr. Philip Osgood was appointed to serve the town as Highway
Superintendent . He has been the acting Highway Superintendent for the
past six months and has done an excellent Job. He was congratulated by
the Board.
The following bids for road materials were received from: Penn
Culvert , Middlesex Paving; Newbury T"fucking , Newmarket Sand and Gravel
and Hiway Paving. By a unanimous agreement , the bids were taken under
advisement , pending the recommendation of the Highway Superintendent .
A letter of complaint was teceived from Edward F . Murphy, 285 High
Road, Newbury. Mr . Murphy is concerned about the safety of two rusted
used 25 ,000 gallon tanks on the premises of his neighbor Robert Upton,
283 High Road; (what the contents are , and how safe they are) . The
complaint was referred to H. Verne Noyes, III , who is with the Fire
Department . Mr. Noyes will look into this complaint and notify the
Board of his findings .
Upon the Highway Superintendent ' s recommendation, the Board voted
to award the road building material bids to Newbury Trucking for
screened sand and gravel ; Middlesex Paving for bituminous concrete and
Penn Culvert for culvert pipe .
The Board was in agreement with Building Inspector David Caldwell ' s
request that building permit fees be increased as follows : Effective
July 1 , 1986 - Minimum fee : $25 . 00 for all permits with estimated
value of $1 ,000 . 00 or under . Fee for all permits over $1 ,000 . 00
(Estimated Value) - $25 . 00 for the first $1 ,000 and $3 . 00 per $1 ,000
(whole dollar amounts) ; Reinspection Fee : $25 . 00 for each additional
inspection required.
Permission was granted Plum Island Mother ' s Club to use the
Upper Green for their annual flea market on August 16th (23rd - rain date) .
Mary Goldsmith of Plum Island is Chairman and will be responsible for
clean up of the Green.
Permission was granted Newbury Garden Club to use the Byfield Town
Hall for their monthly meeting on November llth - 10 :30 to 2 : 00 .
The Newburyport Yankee Homecoming Committee was granted permission
to once again have the busses disperse as the Upper Green when they
have their annual Homecoming Parade . They will be sent a letter of
congratulations on their- 29th anniversary and will be offered any help
that we might be able to render .
A dog hearing will be held on July 8 , at 8 :00 p.m. concerning the
dogs of John Short , Byfield.
Mr. Richard True appeared and asked if his address of 165-R Elm
Street could be changed. The Board agreed that l Fraser ' s Lane was
appropriate inasmuch as Fraser ' s Rock is in the immediate area of
Mr . True ' s residence . - Mr . .True was happy with the arrangement .
The meeting adjourned at 7 : 15 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
July 8, 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 24, 1986 W52 119 ,304 . 92
RS51 725 . 00
P50 15 ,018 . 15
June 25 , - 1986 W53 26 ,080 . 85
P51 147 , 754. 12
RS52 662 . 00
June 26 , 1986 W54 19 , 605 . 92
S RS53 1 , 100 . 00
June 27 , 1986 W55 190 , 003 . 74
W12 (COA) 1 ,433 . 91
P53 2 ,978 . 63
RS54 3 , 682 . 80
July 1 , 1986 W1 91 , 774 . 00
RSl 119 . 00
P1 10, 764 . 63
Mr . & Mrs . Peter Courtney, 286 High Road, attended the meeting
and addressed the board. They said that they are very concerned with
the parking of too many vehicles at the town boat ramp on Parker River,
causing a dangerous traffic situation on 1A. They said that many of
the people using the ramp are from out of town and the boat ramp is
supposed to be used by town residents who have permit stickers. Mr .
Courtney said that at times his driveway is partially blocked and
his view is obstructed when he pulls onto the road. The Courtneys said
that the land was donated to the town for use as a part , not a parking
lot . The Board felt that the problem stems from the closing of
Fernald ' s Boat Ramp. Mr . Fernald was forced to close his ramp because
of the high cost of liability insurance . Chief Riel was asked by the
Board to increase patrols at the ramp and to strictly enforce the
sticker requirement, and he agreed to do this .
At 8 : 15 a dog hearing was held regarding barking dogs of John
Short, 120 Main Street , Byfield. Mr . & Mrs . Walter Stamm, together
with Mrs . Joyce Deandrade complained that the dogs bark loudly and
frequently during the day when Mr . Short is not at home . They said .
that the barking is disrupting their lives . Mr . Short said that he
was not aware that there was a problem as no one had contacted him
about it . Animal Control Officer, Richard N. Cunningham, was asked
for his ,input . He said that if the Board was asking for a recommenda-
tion from him, he did not have any. He did however feel that perhaps
the situation might be described as a neighborhood squabble . The
Board was presented with a report from Officer Gary Clifford, which
stated that he did witness the constant barking on July 6th while he
was patroling Main Street , and at the same time he observed Mrs .
Stamm and Mrs . Deandrade in an upset condition (over the barking dogs) .
Another paper was presented to the Board which was signed by several
neighbors of John W. Short . The paper stated "We , the undersigned,
neighbors of John Short , 120 Main Street , Byfield, state that his
dogs are not a barking problem" . After further discussion, the Board
asked Mr . Cunningham if he would try to get the parties together and
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work something out so that the dogs would cease to be annoying . This
was agreeable with all concerned, and Mr . Cunningham will report back
to the Board. By a unanimous motion, the hearing was closed and the
matter was taken under advisement . The hearing was re-opened and the
decision of the Board was to hold from issuing any order until we
hear back from Mr. Cunningham, and to continue this hearing for two
weeks , (July '22nd) .
In other business , the Board made the following appointments :
Gas Inspector - Charles MacLean; Assistant Gas Inspector - Warren
Carter; Mr. George Emerson will be an Assistant Gas Inspector also .
The matter of surrounding towns losing their landfills brought
up the subject of our own landfill for discussion. We have Officer
Frappier on duty during the hours the landfill is open for dumping and
he has been trying hard to control out of town materials being dumped
at the site . His efforts are g' ng backed 100% by the Board and if he
has any problems , he is to notify the Selectmen, as he has their
full support .
The following persons were appointed by the Board to serve on
the School Study Committee : Alan I . Adams , Charles P. Fogg, Whitefield
Kimball , Richard Passeri , Louise F. Healey, Karen A. Kelley and John
R. Condon.
Engineer Raymond Fitzmaurice will be contacted to arrange for a
ramp to be installed at the Newbury Town Hall as well as the Byfield
Town Hall .
Selectman Lowe stated that Mr . Sherman Eidelman (DPW) should be
contacted with reference to posting 30 MPH speed signs from the town
line into the village in By.field (on Main Street) .
The Board signed a Notice of Non-Exercise of Option with reference
to the property of Melville A. Pratt, Jr . , located on Plummer ' s Lane
in Newbury. The Town will not exercise its right and option to purchase .
A public hearing was held on the petition of New England Telephone
& Telegraph Company and Mass . Electric Company, petition #605 , to move
pole 8/78X across Elm Street to a point 290 ' East of Central Street,
adjacent to the property line of Alexander White , 167 Elm Street .
There was no opposition voiced . Unanimous permission was granted.
The condition of cleanliness at the Town Hall is a matter of concern
to the Board . They feel that the present custodians are not doing a
good job and this evening the waste baskets are overflowing and not a
pleasant sight fo see when entering the hall . The matter will be
looked into .
By a unanimous decision of the Board, the Planning Board will be
asked to attend the next meeting in order to discuss concerns regarding
several proposed sub-division amendments .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 22 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opend the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present :
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
July 8 , 1986 W2 114,282 . 15
July 15th RS2 775 . 00
P2 21 ,025 . 96
W3 2 ,027 . 20
Animal Control Officer Richard N. Cunningham was asked for his
recommendation regarding the John Short Dog Complaint which was heard
at the last Selectmen ' s Meeting and continued to this one . Mr .
Cunningham recommended that we continue the matter to the next regular
Selectmen ' s Meeting on August 12th. He said that he has been checking
on this matter constantly and Mr . Short has made some changes which he
added, "I think has shown some progress . " By a unanimous motion, the
matter was continued to August 12th.
The following letter was received from Planning Board Chairman
Elaine Byrne and read by Chairman Machiros .
Dear Angie :
In reference to our conversation of July 15 , 1986 , in which you
indicated that the Board of Selectmen wished to meet with the Planning
Board to discuss citizen concerns regarding several proposed sub-division
amendments ; •please be advised that the Board has been informed by the
Executive Office of Communities and Development that this issue has been
defined and further clarified by several cases heard by the State Supreme
Judicial Court and that the procedure following by the Town in the past
was in error . We have requested further clarification of this opinion in
writing from both the State and Town Counsel James Lagoulis .
Therefore ; the Planning Board at their meeting of July 16 , voted to
postpone meeting with the Board of Selectmen until Town Counsel has
researched the above mentioned_ cases and opinion we have received from the
State . I will forward copies of both when we receive them. In the
meantime , please be assured that the By-laws rejected by Town Meeting
will not be incorporated into our rules and regulations .
s/ Elaine A. Byrne , Chairman
By a unanimous motion, "The matter will be put to rest until we have
reason to see otherwise" .
Mr. William Publicover was present and addressed the Board regarding
conditions at Parker River where boats are moored. He complained that the
Harbormaster has been inactive for the past six years and it is hard to
get in contact with him. By a unanimous motion, the Board voted to get
all concerned parties together on August 5th at 7 :30 p.m. and see if we
can straighten things out .
Mr . Publicover raised a second complaint about the parking situation
at the Boat Ramp. Mr . Peter Courtney was in attendance and also brought
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the same complaint (this was heard at the last Selectmen ' s meeting on
July 8th) . He said that conditions are still bad even though an attempt
was made to straighten it out at our last meeting . The matter will be
brought up once again at the August 5th meeting .
Mr . & Mrs . Daniel Stone brought a complaint before the Board
about the noise of the game cocks of their neighbor Everett Davis . They
sAid that they were informed by Mr . Davis that he would move the hens to
a different location but this would not be a permanent location as they
have to be moved from one area to another at different seasons . The
Stones said that they felt that this was a matter for the Selectmen as
well as Board of Health to settle . Board of Health Agent , . James Lowe ,
said that Game Cocks have been raised on that property for many years
and that area is zoned as Agricultural . The Stones were asked if they
were entering a formal complaint and they said that they were . By a
unanimous motion, Town Counsel will be asked for his opinion.
The Board unanimously granted permission to the Yankee Homecoming
Committee to serve soft drinks and beer on the Green to the participants
of the parade only, and will not be for sale to the public .
A letter of resignation was received from Police Chief George Riel .
The Board unanimously accepted his resignation and wished him well in
the future . By a unanimous agreement , both Sgt . ' s will carry on the
responsibilities of the Police Department and Selectmen agreed upon
this under the condition that Chairman Machiros oversees the daily
operations of the Department and makes any adiustments as he sees
necessary as to insure a smooth transition.
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A letter of resignation was received from Mr . Wallace 0. Pearson.
Wallace will be resigning from the Board of Fire Engineers , the Board of
Survey and as Deputy Forest Warden. The Board accepted Wallace ' s
resignation with deep regret . He has served the town well for many
years , is a man of the highest character and is an example for the
Town. The Board unanimously agreed that this Sunday would- be declared
Wallace 0. Pearson Day.
A letter :from the Board of Selectmen will be sent to the Clerk of
the Board of Fire Engineers and will be delivered to H. Verne Noyes , III .
The letter will request that someone from the Byfield section of Newbury
fill the vacancy caused by Wallace ' s resignation. '
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
August 5 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrant' were signed by the Selectmen :
July 22 , 1986 P3 14, 115 . 42
RS3 11 , 728 . 00
W4 16 , 168 . 68
Grants Warrant#1 506 . 34
July 29th W5 22 ,486 . 55
P4 21 , 142 . 01
R4 663 . 00
W2 1 ,979 . 40
This meeting was called to discuss the subject of the Boat Ramp
parking conditions , mooring conditions , the Harbormaster and his
assistants and also for the purpose of hearing the neighbors ' complaints .
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt was heard first and he said that his being
inactive for the past six years was lust not true . He said that he is
on call most of the time , and so far, no one has called him to say
that he is hard to get in touch with. He said that in his opinion he has
been very active as Harbormaster and also his assistants . He was
asked if he could step up his patrols on the town boat ramp in response
to complaints that non-residents are using the ramp illegally. Mr .
Sternfelt said that 30 - 40 percent of the moorings are grandfathered
to non-residents who can reserve moorings year after year . There were
complaints that the operators of the boats are speeding and not adhering
to the 5 MPH speed limit at certain areas on the river . Mr . Publicover
owner�of Parker River Yacht Yard, attended the' meeting and neighbors
complained to him that they felt that he was using the ramp for
commercial vehicles . He was told that this was illegal and that
practice should be discontinued. The residents also brought complaints
of boaters illegally parking along Route IA and Cottage Road. Another
complaint was that children are no longer safe if they wish to swim
in the area of theBoat Ramp . Another complaint was brought by Mr .
Sternfelt, who said that the Town ' s Boat is badly in need of repair
and is really of no use at this time . He said that he would estimate
the cost of repair would be approximately $7500 . 00 and -in his opinion,
perhaps the town should consider getting a new one , instead of spending
such a large amount on an old boat . Several residents showed a great
deal of interest and the Board felt that an informal committee should
be formed with an eye to working out a solution to correct the situation.
The committee could study the rules and regulations and return to the
Board next week with the recommended changes .
In other business , regarding the Police Department , the Selectmen
announced that they are retaining Attorney Daniel Kulack who specializes
in labor relations to deal with the Police Department' s recently formed
collective bargaining unit . A motion was unanimously passed that the
Board would adopt an "olive branch approach" to the Police Officers who
decided to establish a union last month. The Selectmen were of the
opinion that none of the police officers had approached the Board with
any problems before they decided to form the Collective bargaining unit .
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In other police related matters , the Board approved a set of mini-
mum qualifications to be required - of persons interested in the vacant
Police Chief ' s position. The advertisement will appear in the Newbury-
port News on August 8th and llth and resumes will be accepted until
August 15th.
In other business , the matter of controlling dumping construction
materials at the dump was discussed. Contractors and non-residents have
been doing just this and the dump is fast filling up. New regulations
will be studied in order to correct the situation:
A letter of resignation was received from Mrs . Hope Bradshaw.
Hope is resigning from the Historical Commission because of poor
health. She will be deeply missed in that she was such a help to the
town in many ways . Her resignation was accepted with regret and a
letter wishing her well will be sent to her.
The Board appointed Michael Bulgaris to fill the vacancy on
the Board of Fire Engineers that Wallace Pearson resigned from.
This appointment will be subject to a letter from the Board of Fire
Engineers .
Selectman Chairman Angie Machiros stated that the Handicapped
ramp is in the process of being built and wished to thank Kenny
Rogers for his help and also Ray �Fitzmaurice the Engineer .
Chairman Machiros also . thanked Mr . . Brownie Taylor for his help
in coming into the town hall and putting up the petition down back
so that the office for the elderly can be set up soon.
The meeting adiourned at 9 :30 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
w
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
August 12 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 5 , 1986 W6 27 , 853 . 89
P5 11 ,948 . 96
RS5 775 . 00
August 12th W7 17 ,442 . 11
P6 22 , 155 . 17
W2 (Grants) 347 . 00
RS6 740 . 00
Mr . Gordon Meisner was present and asked the Board if they had
any obiection to his extending a water main on Plummer ' s Lane . He was
informed by the Board that no work is to be done unless it is under
the supervision of the Highway Supt . Mr . Meisner said that all arrange-
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Newburyport Water Department , and he will be sure that no work is done
without the Highway Supt . being present . He said that he intends to
use an 8" main with a hydrant , and that he had the verification from
Newburyport Water Dept . that the 8" main will be sufficient . The
Board gave their permission with the stipulation that no work shall
be started until the Highway Supt . and the Chairman are so notified.
In other business , Mrs . Margaret Stone , Grove Street , Byfield,
was present and complained that after the July 22nd meeting , at which
time she complained about the loud noise coming from her neighbors '
Game Cocks , she had words with Selectman Lowe over not being able to
look at the Log Book containing the minutes (in order to find similar
complaints . ) The Chairman informed Mrs . Stone that because of the
value of the minute books , they can be looked at if the Selectmen ' s
Secretary is present at the time .
In other business , Mr . & Mrs . Walter Stamm were present and asked
the Board if any progress has been made with reference to the dogs of
John Short . (This is a barking problem) . Animal Control Officer
Richard Cunningham was asked if he had anything to report on the matter
and he said that he is still investigating the problem.
Mr . Edward Murphy, High Road, attended the meeting and asked the
Board if they had looked into his complaint of last June in which he
notified them that his neighbor, Mr . Upton, had two old rusty oil
tanks stored on his property and now he notices that there is oil
residue in a run-off in back of his property. The Board informed
Mr . Murphy .that his letter of complaint was referred to H. Verne
Noyes of the Fire Department who said that he would investigate the
matter .
In response to traffic complaints , the Board agreed to study
the speeding situation on High Road, near the Highway Garage , and
also parking on both sides of Central Street , near the Byfield
Methodist Church.
The Board unanimously agreed to promote Sgt . William McCarthy
to the position of Staff Sergeant . The Chairman said that the
reason was to put the Police Sergeants on equal footing .
The meeting adjourned at 9 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
August 26 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
August 19 , 1986 W8 10, 602 . 24
P7 14,403 . 40
RS7 • 9 ,910 . 52
August 26th W9 50,598 . 42
P8 22 ,227 . 25
W3Grants 2 ,929 . 24
RS8 730 . 00
Special Revenue Grants W2 1 ,479 . 80
The Plumbing Inspector Donald Kincaid has notified the Board that
because of health problems he is requesting a temporary leave ,of absence
and recommended that Mr . Howard Smith fill in for him until he returns .
The Board granted the leave and upon Mr . Kincaid ' s, recommendation they
appointed Howard Smith as a temporary replacement until Mr . Kincaid
returns .
Keith and Marguerite Walton would-like to transfer their All
Alcoholic Beverage Package Goods Store License on Hanover Street to
R. Jenco, Inc . (William H. Leete ; Mgr . and Robin L. Leete , Clerk, whose
address is 57 High Road in Newbury) . By a unanimous decision of the Board
the matter will be acted on at our September 23rd meeting .
Mr . Paul Turbide was present along with Ronald 0. Pearson with
reference to renovation of a triangle at Main Street and West Street .
He asked the Board how they felt about it . A letter dated August 12th
has been received from Acting County Engineer James R. Carlin, with
reference to this triangle and states : "In response to your inquity,
West Street , Newbury, which was the original Main Street , was laid out
by the County Commissioners on October 25 , 1827 and Main Street from
West Street to near the Parker River was laid out on June 9 , 1835 .
Both streets were established as 3 rods 149 . 5 feet)• wide . The
rounding off of the intersection of West Street and 'Main Street , adjacent
to the De§Jardin property is not indicated in either layout . " (Mr .
DesJardin claims to own the triangle in question) .
"However , the statement of Selectman Lowe that this cutoff has
been used for over 40 years , indicates that the public may have gained
a prescriptive easement in this area by venerable use under the provi-
sions of Chapter 187 of the Mass . General Laws . "
The Board unanimously agreed with the contents of the letter and felt
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that they are not about to give that piece up, irregardless of the
Pearson sub-division and went on record that they do not want to give
up access to that road.
A motion was unanimously passed "That this cut-off has been used
for over 40 years , and that indicates that the public has gained a
prescriptive easement in this area by venerable use under the provisions
of Chapter 187 of the Mass . General Laws , and we do not want to give up
this prescriptive easement as this is for the benefit of the town. "
In other business , the town will be accepting bids on two 1986 Diesel
Dump Trucks . We will be trading two vehicles , one 1973 Ford Dump Truck
and one 1975 International Loadstar Dump Truck. Bids will be received
until 3 :30 p.m. September 23rd and will be publicly opened and read on
September 23rd at 8 :00 p.m. Specs will be available at the Selectmen ' s
Office . The Board of Selectmen reserve the right to reject any and all
bids and make the 'award as appears to be in the best interest of the
town of Newbury.
The hearing regarding the four dogs of John Short , 120 Main Street ,
Byfield, was re-opened. None of the parties in attendance that had an
interest in speaking on the case objected to re-opening the hearing
including the Animal Control Officer , Richard N. Cunningham. The follow-
ing persons were sworn in by the Town Clerk: Walter Stamm, Ruthanne
Stamm, Joyce Deandrade , John Short , Selectman James A. Lowe ,, Animal
Control Officer, Richard N. Cunningham. A Police Officer ' s Report was
read by the Chairman. The report was written by Officer Charles Eaton.
He said that on August 25th at approximately 10 :45 a .m. he was called
to 118 Main Street where he met with Mr . Walter Stamm. Mr . Stamm com-
plained about the noise that was being made by the four dogs at 120 Main
Street . He said that he heard the dogs barking continuously for the
10 - 15 minutes that he was at that address . He said that he left the
scene at approximately 11 :00 a .m. and the animal Control Officer was
arriving at that time . The Stamms 'said that they tried to talk to Mr .
Short but with little success . The Stamms said that after the matter
was last ' addressed at the July 8th meeting, things quieted down for
approximately two weeks , but now they are just as bad. Selectmen asked
Mr . Cunningham what he had to say on the matter . He said that he has
gone up to the area several times and was called to go there by the
Police Department on the 25th. He said that he did not consider the bark'
ing to be excessive and he felt that John Short has shown extremely good
faith. He said that he felt that if the' Stamms would only get to know
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the dogs it would help. He said that Mr . Short has one big male dog
and he has signified that he would like to find a home for it . He said
"I would not recommend an order which would be too drastic - I would
say that he continue to show the good faith that he has and I shall
continue to try to find a home for the male dog and that might help
the situation. " Selectman Adams said to Mr . Short that he felt that
he should keep the dogs in the house when he leaves , because that is
apparently the time when they bark the most - when he is not there . Mr .
Short said that he was not aware that the barking is such a problem, and
he hates to keep them in the house all day when he is not at home .
Selectman Lowe stated that he went to the area after he was called, and
he parked for 10 - 15 minutes . He said that there was no barking, however
when he started the motor to leave ,,. the dogs did start to bark. Chairman
Machiros said that he wanted to know just what. John Short did in order
to keep the dogs quiet for the two week period after the July 8th meeting .
Short said that he didn ' t know why they were quiet , but that he just
didn' t realize the dogs were such a problem as no-one has complained to
him. The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement .
The hearing was re-opened and Selectman Adams stated, "If John chooses
to have four dogs , he should be responsible for them, and I so move
that when he is not home , the dogs should be enclosed and try that for
two months to see how that works . " Selectman Lowe agreed that he should
keep them enclosed while he is away. Chairman Machiros said "I would
entertain these suggestions as a final order since this has been before
us before , and more especially the last several months : "Confine them
under cover while you are not there" . Selectman Adams and Selectman
Lowe agreed to this being the final order . A motion was unanimously
passed to close the hearing . Chairman Machiros stated to Mr . Short and
the complaintants , "We have an obligation to inform both parties that
you have ten days if you wish to appeal this to District Court" . Mr .
Short will receive a final order in writing of the results of the
decision of the Board.
A pole hearing was held with reference to moving pole #48-5/84 on
Southern Boulevard from . in front of property owned by Edward Hamilton
to a location across the street in front of property owned by George
McGuire . Mr . McGuire was present and spoke in opposition, saying that
all the poles are on the opposite side of the street from his home ,
and he understands that Mr . Hamilton is paying the Utility Companies
to move the pole because he does not want the pole in front of his
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property. Mr . McGuire was not too happy about the situation and said
that unless it is absolutely necessary to move the pole because of
legitimate reasons , he definitely does not want it placed in front of
his property. The matter was taken under advisement .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 50 .
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
September 9 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Selectman-James A.
Lowe opened the meeting in the ,absence of Chairman Angie Machiros .
Selectman Alan I . Adams was present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
September 2 , 1986 W10 26 ,915 , 12
P9 13 , 752 . 58
RS9 684. 00
Pl Grants 734 . 25
September 9th W11 15 , 278 . 74
P10 48 , 576 . 00
GP2 992 . 29
R10 635 . 00
Mrs . Nancy Noyes Nolan was present and asked the Board for
permission to open an;.Arnold Bread and Bakery Thrift Shop at the Old
Newbury Stove Shop on Route 1 . Mts . Nolan was granted permission by
the Board and she said that she plans to open the shop in about a week.
Superintendent of the Byfield Water District , David Caldwell ,
attended the meeting and asked the Board ' s permission to detour traffic
and close Main Street from Ted ' s Mobil to the Minute Mart on Main Street
in order to install a. 10" water main. The road will be closed approxi-.
mately a day and a half and traffic will be re-routed to Lunt Street .
Permission was granted by the Board.
Mr . Walter Stamm was present and told the Board that conditions are
still the same (regarding the Dog Complaint case of John Short) .
Animal Control Officer , Richard Cunningham, was present and asked
the Board if they had come to any decision regarding the job description
that he had recently drawn up. The Personnel Board will be asked to
give a report so that the matter may be discussed at our next meeting .
The meeting adjourned at approximately 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
SEPTEMBER 23 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie Machiros
opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams were
present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
September 16 , 1986 W12 27 , 527 . 41
Pil 12 , 134 . 28
R11 8, 837 . 00
n September 23 , 1986 R12 684 . 00
W3 (350th) 28 . 56
W4 (Grants) 1 , 787 . 96
P3 (Grants) 10,467 . 29
W13 209 ,943 . 50
P12 51 ,302 . 92
A letter from HVH Security, Inc . of North Hampton, N. H. was
received and read by Chairman Machiros . The letter stated that the
Security Company will be terminating administrative and maintenance support
for the Town ' s subscribers who have alarm monitoring services . Other
arrangements will be made by those having such services so that the
town will not be liable .
Mr . Walter Stamm attended the meeting and complained to the Board
about the dogs of John Short , 120 Main Street . Animal Control Officer
Richard Cunningham said that he felt that the Selectmen took the matter
out of his hands when they ignored his advice and at the August 26th
meeting ordered Short to keep his dogs inside when no one is at home .
Stamm complained that the Animal Control Officer was not enforcing the
order. Mr . Cunningham said that Short had taken significant steps to
comply with the order and he had even removed two of the four dogs from
his property. He said that he felt that Short had shown good faith.
Selectman Adams asked Cunningham if the dogs were left outside when
there was no one at home , and Mr . Cunningham said that sometimes they
were left outside . Mr . Cunningham said that the matter was taken from
his hands when the Selectmen refused to follow his recommendations at
the hearing . (He said that at the hearing, he had suggested issuing no
order but allowing him to help Short find new homes for some of the
dogs . ) However , the Chairman stated that the Animal Control Officer did
help him to draft the order and should have no reason to complain now.
The Board unanimously voted to send the dog order to Town Counsel to be
enforced through Court action if necessary.
As required under Chapter 138 of the General ILaws as amended, a
public hearing was held at 8 :00 p .m. on the application of Keith P.
Walton and Marguerite A. Walton, d/b/a Corner Cupboard of 4 Hanover
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1986
Street , to transfer the Retail All Alcoholic Package Store License now
held by them to R. Jenco, Inc . , at the same address . No opposition was
voiced. Atty. Raymond Perkins spoke in favor of the transfer, and said
that he was appearing as legal counsel for Mr . & Mrs . William H. Leete ,
who will be Manager & Clerk respectively for R. Jenco, Inc . The Board,
after a brief discussion, were of the opinion that there would be no
problem and welcomed the new owners to the community. Mrs . Janice Chick,
of 6 Hanover Street , was present and spoke in favor of the transfer .
Mr . & Mrs . Leete assured the Board that they would run the store in an
orderly fashion, lust as the Waltons had done. A motion was unanimously
passed to close the hearing and the matter was taken under advisement .
The hearing resumed and the transfer was granted, subject to the approval
of the ABC.
Bids were received for two 1986 Diesel Dump Trucks . They were
received from Taylor & Lloyd, Inc . , 8 Railroad Avenue , Bedford, Mass .
and Thomas Ford Sales , Inc . , 211 Rantoul Street , Beverly, Mass . After
reviewing the bids with the Highway Supt . Philip Osgood, the Selectmen
asked Mr . Osgood for his recommendation. He stated that in his opinion
we would have to re-advertise , as neither company could deliver the
trucks until spring and the town is in need of them this winter . We
will re-advertise and bids will again be received and opened at our
October 14th meeting at 8 : 00 p.m.
In accordance with Chapter 369 Acts of 1982 , Section 1 , the Board
of Selectmen will hold a .public hearing on the determination of the
percentage of the tax levy to be borne by each class of real property
for fiscal year 1987 . Hearing to be held at 7 : 30 p .m. , October 14,
1986 .
The meeting adjourned at 9 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
October 14, 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
September 30, 1986 W14 32 ,205 . 45
W5 Grants 41 . 30
P13 11 ,365 . 60
RS13 600 . 00
COA Consortium W4 1 ,479 . 80
October 7 , 1986 W15 16 , 621 . 25
P14 56 , 100 . 48
W4 (GP) 992 . 29
RS14 13192 . 00
At 7 :30 a public hearing was held regarding the determination
of the percentage of the tax levy to be borne by each class of real
property for fiscal year 1987 . After a brief discussion with Assessor
John Burke , the hearing was closed and the matter was taken under
advisement . . The hearing resumed and a motion was unanimously passed
that we set a single tax rate for all categories of property in town
rather than separate rates for residential , commercial and industrial
parcels . The town is 932 percent residential .
A communication from John W. Short was received and read by
Chairman Machiros . Mr . Short ' s communication stated that he had mis-
understood the order regarding the dog complaint heard recently, in
that the order stated that he had ten (10) days to comply. Mr. Short ' s
letter went on to say that he will abide by the order as written as he
now understands it, and he offered to come to the next Selectmen ' s
meeting if the Board wanted to discuss the matter further with him.
The Board felt that he had tried to find a way to correct the dog
barking problem, in that he only has two dogsnow, and he had four
in the beginning .
Mr. Herbert Bean was present and addressed the Board, representing
the Cemetery Commissioners . He requested the Board to return an easement
to Oak Hill Cemetery for property it owns between Parker Street and the
cemetery. The town had gained the easement in 1965 for a baseball
field that never materialized. The Board was in agreement with Mr .
Bean ' s request, however, he was instructed by the Chairman that he would
have to check with the Conservation Commission to get a final ok, in
that they are responsible for managing the property, and with that stipu-
lation the Board granted their approval .
A pole hearing was held with reference to moving pole #48-5/84 on
• Selectmen ' s Meeting(Continued) October 14, 1986 359
Southern Boulevard from in front of property owned by Edward Hamilton to
a location across the street in front of property owned by George McGuire .
Mr. Monahan, representing Mass . Electric was present and said that he had
spoken with Mr. McGuire and he had offered to place the pole away from the
front of his house so that he wouldn ' t be forced to look at it when he
came out his front door . He said that Mr. McGuire seemed in agreement
and stated that he would come to the meeting . Mr . McGuire did attend, and
after a discussion with the Board and it was understood that it was a
necessity to have the pole(,placed across the street, on his side , Mr .
McGuire said that under those circumstances he would not object but stated
that he thought that it would be hazardous to drivers coming over the
hill at night , not being able to see it . Mr . Monahan stated that the
Electric Company would put reflectors on the pole so no problems would
exist . The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement .
The hearing resumed and the Board stated that with the stipulation that
reflector lights are placed on the pole , and that it be placed on the
public way, they would grant their approval . This was a unanimous
decision.
A public hearing was held on petition of New England Telephone and
Telegraph Company plan 3034, dated September 23 , 1986 , to lay and maintain
underground conduits and manholes , with the wires and cables to be placed
there under the surface of Central Street , from Pole #1/38 southwesterly,
in the area of 66 Central Street . This will include 8 ' of conduit and
one supportive pad with apparatus cabinets . No opposition was voiced.
Mr. Jay Evans , representing N. E. Telephone Company was present and
spoke in favor . After discussion, the hearing was closed, and the matter
was taken under advisement . The hearing resumed and permission was
unanimously granted.
A public hearing was held on petition of New England Telephone &
Telegraph Company plan 3035 , dated September 23 , 1986 , . to 1-ay approxi-
mately 5 ' of conduit and one supportive pad with apparatus cabinets
under the surface of Elm Street , from existing pole #8/52 northwesterly
by 108. Elm Street . There was no opposition voiced. Mr . Evans• spoke in
favor . After discussion, the hearing was closed and the matter was
taken under -advisement . The hearing resumed and permission was unanimously
granted.
A public hearing was held on petition of New England Telephone
& Telegraph Company and Mass . Electric Company, petition `607 , dated
August 20 , 1986 , to relocate one pole now adjacent to 26 Fordham Way
owned by Mark and Ann -Marie Salmon, 20 ' south to the boundary of
26 and 24 owned by Bruce and Lucinda Marshall . There was no opposition
voiced and Mr . Evans and Mr . Monahan spoke in favor . After discussion,
the hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement . The
hearing resumed and permission was unanimously granted. On all of the
hearings , it was stipulated that the work was to be done in conjunction
with our Highway Supt . Philip Osgood.
Bids were received for two 1986 Diesel Dump Trucks . They were
received from Ipswich Ford and Taylor and Lloyd. After reviewing the
bids with the Highway Supt . Philip Osgood, the Selectmen asked Mr . Osgood
for his recommendation. He stated that Ipswich Ford offered delivery in
30 to 60 days , and Taylor & Lloyd would not deliver the trucks until
January or February. Therefore, because time was so important , he- would
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advise that the Board accept the bid of Ipswich Ford. The Board accepted
his recommendation and unanimously accepted the bid of Ipswich Ford. The
town has authorized the expenditure of $100,000 for the equipment and a
transfer of funds will be necessary. Ipswich Ford bid $109 ,986 and
Taylor and Lloyd bid $98, 582 .
At 8 :35 the meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
OCTOBER 28, 1986
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
.Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 14, 1986 W5 (350th) 2 . 00
W6 (COA Grant) 265 . 00
W16 39 ,628 . 65
P15 123539 . 98
RS15 83872 . 00
Oct . 21 , 1986 W17 13 ,439 . 75
P16 483844. 93
W5 (GP) 1 ,941 . 68
R16 761 . 00
W7 (Lib.State Aid) 55 . 90
The following notice regarding this year ' s tax rate was read by
the Chairman and unanimously accepted by the Board.
"Newbury tax rate set at $11 . 50 per $1 ,000 of valuation. " The
rate for the fiscal year that began last July 1 , approved by the State
Department of Revenue yesterday morning , represents a drop of 10 cents
from last year. Newbury is seeking to raise $2 , 536 ,088 . 66 in taxes
this year . "
Chairman Machiros stated that he wished to congratulate all town
boards and department heads in helping to maintain their budgets .
Chairman Machiros read the following notice written by the Animal
Control Officer Richard N. Cunningham regarding a great lane owned by
Jeff Holden, 66 Pearson Drive , Byfield. "Under the authority invested
in me by the By-Laws of the Town of Newbury, I hereby order your male
great dane named Alex, License P'833-1986 , restrained . Under this order
your dog will at all times be confined to your house or restrained on
your property by a suitable run or enclosure . The dog may be taken off
your property only on a secure leash and by a person able to control
him. A copy of the By-.Laws is attached to this order . If you have
any questions , concerning the order , or your rights to appeal , please
contact me at 465-0486 . s/ Richard 'N. Cunningham, A. C . O. Served in
hand October 18 , 1986 . By a unanimous decision of the Board, this will
be entered into the records . Mr . Cunningham stated that he. advised
Mr . Holden to attend the meeting this evening if he had anything to say
on the matter . However, Mr . Holden did not attend.
•A letter of request from Gerald W. Kohn, Supt . of Schools , was
received and read by the Chairman. The letter requested permission from
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the Board of Selectmen that for the safety and protection of the Byfield
School Children, Lunt Street should be closed to vehicles during the
school day. The matter was discussed. Selectman Lowe stated that
there has never been any trouble there that he knew of . Chairman
Machiros asked if the Board would go along with Supt . Kohn' s suggestion
and close Lunt Street , between the Church and the School , to see if
the School Committee felt that this was a solution to any safety problems
they felt existed at this time . There was no objection voiced.
A letter from the Board of Fire Engineers was received. The letter
addressed various concerns of the Engineers , and those concerns will
be looked into by the Board of Selectmen.
Wayne Fish, 14 Central Street , attended the meeting and presented
the Board with a letter signed by a dozen neighbors to G & G Service
Station, 17 Central Street, saying the business is an annoyance to the
neighbors . The letter alleged that the busines.s violates- several
sections of the. toy=n ' s zoning by-laws and agreements made by Gino
Bruzzese , owner of the Station. Mr . Fish stated that the station opens
early, closes late and does not restrict noise or visual pollution.
He said that he has talked with Mr . Bruzzese but to no avail . The
Selectmen advised Mr . Fish to see the Building Inspector David Caldwell ,
as the issue was in his hands . Mr . Caldwell will investigate the
complaints .
With reference to resumes sent to the Board for the position of
police chief , the Board unanimously decided on seven of the local area
applicants . Interviews will be held on Monday evening, November 3rd,
starting at 7 : 00 p .m. at an open Selectmen ' s Meeting . The following
applicants will be interviewed: Andrew Avelis , William McCarthy,
Jonothan Dennis , Thomas Howard, Richard Marsolais , Roger S . Merry and
Michael W. Nary.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
November 3 , 1986
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 00 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
At 7 : 00 p.m. the Board started their 15 minute interviews with the
following men who are interested in the Police Chief ' s position. Andrew
Avelis , William McCarthy, Jonothan Dennis , Richard Marsolais , Roger S .
Merry and Gary Ingham, who was interviewed in place of Thomas Howard,
who wrote a letter to the Board and stated .that he no longer was
interested in the, position. After the interviews were completed, the
Chairman stated that he was of the opinion that all of the applicants werE
well qualified and after discussion, the Board unanimously agreed to
offer the appointment to Roger Merry, who holds an Associate Degree in
Law Enforcement and has received training at the Massachusetts State
Police Academy. Mr . Merry stated during his interview that he would
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administer the department by the Municipal Police Institute guidelines ,
which he said were adaptable to individual communities . He said that
he had helped formulate protective custody procedures for those guide-
lines . • He stated that he felt that education was very important for
police officers and added that he favored open communication with other
department heads and committees , and he strongly favored drug education
as early as grammar school . He said that he could start work in a week
as he wished to give Sylvania that much notice . By unanimous agreement ,
Mr. Merry will be contacted to see if he will accept the position at
a starting salary of $30,000 to $30, 500 . ( one year appointment ) .
The Board then went on to discuss appointing Staff Sgt . Andrew
Avelis as Deputy Chief , ( a newly created position ) with the under-
standing that he would pursue an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice
and he will also be in charge of the newly instituted alcohol and drug
abuse and crime watch programs . This appointment will be for one year .
Avelis could still retain his recent appointment as Staff Sgt . if he
decided to decline the offer , or if either party did not want to con-
tinue the deputy chief ' s position.
The Board also unanimously decided, that if the new chief agreed,
to offer reserve officer Gary Clifford training at the police academy.
When he has graduated from the 16 week course , Clifford could then be
hired to fill a patrolman vacancy in the police department .
In other business , the Board unanimously voted to schedule a special
town meeting to rezone a parcel of land from residential/agricultural
to commercial . John Salter has made the petitioned request for the
property on which he hopes to build a bus maintenance facility on
Scotland Road near the State Department of Public Works Garage . Salter
had received a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals: to build the
facility there , but last week the Planning Board appealed the decision
in court . The Chairman stated that he and his colleagues had spoken
individually to Town Counsel James Lagoulis . Each said that he was
not in favor of funding such an appeal . However , the Board has not
taken an official stand on Lagoulis ' fees as counsel . Salter said that
he and his attorney will meet with. the Planning Board on Wednesday to ask
them to schedule a public hearing on the rezoning request . The Chairman
said that the hearing must be advertised a minimum of two weeks before
the hearing can be held. He said that after the Planning Board sets a
date , he can then schedule the special town meeting , which also needs a
two week public notice . However, the hearing and town meeting notices
can overlap.
The meeting adjourned at 9 :45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary,
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SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
NOVEMBER 10, 1:986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectman James A. Lowe was present .
Selectman Alan I . Adams was absent from the meeting .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 28 , 1986 W18 105 , 679 . 49
P17 14,910 . 65
W (G8) 2 , 121 . 69
RS17 663 . 00
November 4, 1986 RS18 684. 00
W6 (COA Consort) 2 ,096 . 20
WG6 1 ,990 . 04
W (G9) 151 . 00
P18 49 ,318 . 21
W19 21 , 195 . 68
The positions of Police Chief and Deputy POlice Chief were briefly
discussed and it was agreed by the two Selectmen present that the two
men will be allowed to work extra details as long as it does not
interfere with their schedules .
The Board scheduled a special town meeting for Monday, November 24
at 8 :00 p.m. at the Round School in order to vote on the following :
1 . The Selectmen are sponsoring a petitioned article presented
by John Salter , to rezone from residential/agricultural to commercial
highway, a parcel of land on the North side of Scotland Road, next
to the State Department of Public Works Garage . Mr . Salter was present
at the meeting and stated to the Board that he hopes to build a garage
there for his School Bus business .
2 . Fred Scott has petitioned to rezone the following described
land from industrial to agricultural/residential : A 500 foot strip
along the south bank of the Parker River , in Precinct 1 , extending
for a distance of 1 ,000 feet west and 1 ,000 feet east of the Parker
River Bridge on U. S . Route lA less any portion of Lot 78 Assessors
Map R-11 .
3 . The Planning Board has sponsored an article requesting that
$5 ,000 be taken from available funds for the Planning Board Sub-
division Consultants ' Expense Account .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
NOVEMBER 26 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 10, 1986 P19 13 ,213 . 99
WG10 105 . 00
RS19 168 . 00
W20 32 , 517 . 89
November 17 , 1986 P20 64,430 . 33
W21 115 , 106 . 57
GP7 3 ,059 . 3.-0
RSgn I szL nn
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Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 26 , 1986
The matter of restrictions regarding the use of land along the
Parker River was discussed. David S . Caldwell , a member of the Scenic
Rivers Committee was present and discussed with the Board a Protective
Order, regarding this land. He said that he felt that Newbury should
have more home rule in that the protective order will cover land within
300 feet of the river ' s banks or the banks of its tributaries . Newbury
is in favor of a 100 foot protection zone . Mr . Caldwell stated that some
of the restrictions amount to the confiscation of property with no
compensation for the landowners . Selectman Adams said that he felt that
Newbury has taken care of the river for 350 years and it ' s one of the
cleanest rivers around. Selectman Lowe stated that there are certain
sections in the protective order that all of the members disagree with and
he felt that 300 feet is an excessive corridor, and he added that the
order was confiscatory in nature and should not receive Newbury ' s
approval until it is looked into further . Chairman Machiros said that
he felt that "We are going to have to state our position and go down
fighting . We ' ll do what we have to in order to protect property owners '
rights . " By a unanimous vote of the Board a meeting with the local
Scenic Rivers Committee will be held on December 2nd and at that meeting
the Protective Order will be discussed further .
Mr. Stephen J . Polechronis , Assistant Project Manager of Massa-
chusetts Bay Transportation Authority, attended the meeting and
outlined plans to reopen commuter rail service to Newburyport . He
said that a study of the feasibility of reopening the 12 miles of
tracks from Ipswich to Newburyport will be complete by January. He
said that the plan includes a depot in the vicinity of Owens. Illinois .
The Board unanimously gave their approval for the project after being
assured by Mr . Polechronis that Newbury will not be assessed for the
rail service .
The Board unanimously approved of a license transfer from Kelly
Pontiac on Route 1 to "Admiral Pontiac" . Operators of the business
will be Clyde R. Whitehouse and Alfred P. Sannicandro . Roland D. Kelly,
along with the new owners were present at the meeting .
The Board unanimously voted to increase license fees for septic
system installers from $40. 00 to $50 . 00 ; antique dealers from $10 . 00
to $25 . 00 and food services from $10 . 00 to $25 . 00.
The Parking Ban will begin on Monday, December 1st . Cars parked
on Public roads between midnight and 6 : OO a .m. will be towned at the
owner ' s expense . The parking ban ends April 1st .
The Board unanimously appointed Police Chief Roger Merry as
Civil Defense Director and Assistant to the Board of Health Agent ,
James A. Lowe . His health duties will be under the direction of Mr .
Lowe .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p1m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
DECEMBER 2 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :00 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The members of Newbury ' s Scenic Rivers Committee were present
at the meeting for the purpose of discussing with the Board of Selectmen
the reasons why they are opposed to a proposed protective order for
the Parker River and the planning restrictions therein.
The Selectmen and the members of the Scenic Rivers Committee
unanimously decided to oppose all , rather than just parts of the
Protective Order which will control building and other activities near
the river . Mr . David S . Caldwell , Mr . William Publicover, Mr . John
Karahalis , Selectman Alan I . Adams , and Mr . Alfred Thurlow, all members
of the Scenic Rivers Committee and all members of the Board of
Selectmen were present at the meeting . Members were asked for their
opinions . William Publicover stated, "It ' s almost a foregone conclusion
that there is no foreseeable benefit of this protective order for
Newbury, and we , as members of the committee , could in no possible way
go along with this . The State can shove this down our throats , but
it will take a while and we can make them work for it . " The protective
order , favored by the Majority of the other members of the Scenic
Rivers Committee (from Georgetown, Groveland and Boxford) restricts
the placement of septic systems , the design of lots and homes , recrea-
tional uses and businesses within 300 feet of the river . Already
existing land uses are grandfathered under the order . Mr . Caldwell
stated that the protective order takes away the rights of landowners
without compensation and added that the order ' s 300 foot restrictive
zone starts more landward that would be considered appropriate . The
order ' s definition of the river' s natural bank where the zone starts is
at the high water mark, or the edge of wetlands , depending on the
section of the river . One of Newbury ' s principal arguments is that the
town protects its stretch of the river well enough through the Board of
Health regulations . The Byfield Water District would have to go
through one more permit process to divert water, if needed, from the
river than required under current rules . Some potential sources of
pollution do not fall under the order . Selectman Lowe -and Mr . Thurlow
both said that salt from Route 95 contributes, greatly to the contamina-
tion of the river . Mr . Caldwell stated that landowners will have
only 90 days to =appeal restrictions placed on their property once
notified that the . order had gone into effect , and added that it
doesn ' t take long for 90 days to go by. By a unanimous decision of the
members of the Scenic Rivers .Committee , David S . Caldwell was appointed
as Chairman of the Committee . A letter will be sent to the Department
of Environmental Management listing the reasons why Newbury opposes the
planned restrictions on land use along the river . Chairman Machiros
stated "Let ' s just state our objections and see what happens . " The
Scenic Rivers Committee meeting is tomorrow evening at the Georgetown
Town Hall .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p .m.
Respectfully',-.submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
December 9 , 1986
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
November 25 , 1986 , P21 14,041 . 77
W22 162 ,368 . 85
RS21 112 : 00
WGil 5 ,353 . 74
December 2 , 1986 W23 16 , 583 . 98
W7 1 ,479 . 80 (COA Consortium)
P22 50,410 . 18
R22 7 ,945 . 00
GP8 3 , 059 . 30
Mrs . Susan Sellers , 96 High Road, Newbury, was present at the
meeting and requested the Board ' s permission to grant her a license to
sell gifts , antiques , and second hand items at her home . The Board could
see no problem and unanimously granted her request .
Eva Drozdowski , Sled Road, Newbury, was present and complained
to the Board that someone had removed several rocks from the stone wall
that is on . the property of her family, and it looked to them as if someone
was trying to gain entrance . The Selectmen said that they would look
into the situation and see if they could find out some information as
to who removed the rocks .
Police Chief Roger Merry was present and told the Board that the
three police cruisers are in need of maintenance on a regular basis as
oil changes and tune-ups were badly needed. Chairman Machiros told the
. Chief that he felt that he inherited the problems when he took the
position and he should do whatever is necessary to maintain the safety
of the men and the public . The Chief stated that the cruisers were
purchased in 1983 , 1985 and 1986 and even though the 86 model is only 6 me
old, it already has 30,000 miles on it . He said that he intends to keep a
maintenance schedule and that should solve the problems .
The meeting adjourned at 8 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S.%,MEETING
December 23 , 1986
The selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adama
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
December 9 , 1986 G12 875 . 00
W24 201 , 150 . 67
R23 83110. 00
P23 23 , 521 . 13
December 16 1986 W25 15 ,048 . 02
P24 48 ,409 . 02
G14 3 ,083 . 48
RS24 77 . 00
Police Chief Merry attended. the meeting and asked the Board' s
permission to hire Edna MacDonald of 4 Central Street , Byfield, as a
full time dispatcher for the Police Department . After discussing
her qualifications, and upon the Chief ' s recommendation the Board
appointed Edna to fill the position (with a six months ' probationary
period stipulated. )
Chief Merry also recommended that Gerald Pratt of 10 Old Rowley
Road, Newbury, be hired as a reserve police officer . The Board heard
his qualifications and appointed him upon the Chief ' s recommendation
(with a six months ' probationary period stipulated) . Mr. Pratt was
present at the meeting and was welcomed into the employ of the town.
The Selectmen granted several types of license renewals , including
a liquor license to the Beachcomber on Plum Island Boulevard. Chairman
Machiros said that he had received verbal complaints about the noise
at the establishment and Selectman Lowe agreed that the noise has been
troublesome in the past . Chairman Machiros stated that he would make
a recommendation to the Board that the license be granted with the
stipulation that if any additional verbal or written complaints are
received about the restaurant ' s operation that the members schedule
a hearing immediately. The recommendation received the unanimous
approval of the Board.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
January 13 , 1987
The Selectmen ' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 23 , 1986 P25 14, 546 . 41
W26 151 , 137 . 76
GW13G 1 ,973 . 03
W25 49 . 00=
December 30, 1986 R26 70 . 00
P26 . 38 , 717 . 40
GP10 123239 . 02
The Board unanimously appointed Laurent Gravelle as Veterans '
Graves Officer for the Town.
In other business , Mr . Howard Tolman attended the meeting and
stated to the Selectmen that he is worried about his well being con-
taminated by the town ' s road salt that is stored nearby and wondered
when a salt shed can be expected. Mr . Tolman said that he has been
waiting for some action from the Board in getting the shed. Chairman
Machiros stated that he and the Board requested the State money for
the shed two years ago and Newbury, along with 50 other towns are wait-
ing for ::the• .moneyi)to-.come,."through- so that the shed might be built . Mr .
Tolman said that he couldn ' t wait too much longer and suggested that
an article regarding the salt situation be voted on at the next annual
town meeting . Chairman Machiros stated that if Mr . Tolman wanted to
sponsor such an article , he would support it , and added that he felt
that the Town has made every effort to correct the situation. Selectman
Lowe stated to Mr . Tolman that he should establish the fact with DEQE
that the town is responsible and go on from there . We have received
a commitment from District 5 , DPW, that when funds are released for
the construction of Salt Sheds by the new specifications , that we would
be assured of receiving them. Chairman Machiros said that he will be
pursuing this to the best of his ability.
Chief Roger Merry was present at the meeting and stated that about
17 applicants took an exam to join the Newbury Police Force . Chairman
Machiros congratulated the Chief on attracting so many people , and added
that Newbury ' s pay scale is right on top as compared to other towns .
Chief Merry stated that he has not had a chance to correct the entire
examinations , but does plan to hire some of the men who took the test
last Saturday. The Chief said that Officers Frappier, Ruggerio and
Clifford are now attending the Police Academy. There is a need for a
part-time officer to patrol the Town ' s Landfill . Chairman Machiros
suggested that the Chief offer the job to one of the 17 applicants ,
and the Chief said that he felt that s°ome one of them might be interested
as the pay is $7 . 00 per hour, 8 : 00 a .m. to 4 : 00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday
and Saturday.
In other business , the Board unanimously agreed to fly a flag for
soldiers who are missing* in action and prisoners of war, in keeping
with a new State Mandate .
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Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) January 13 , 1987
Mrs . Dorothy Cunningham was present at the meeting and stated to
the Board that the Grange has voted to sponsor a Fourth of July
Celebration .again this year . It was during the town ' s 350th celebration
that"the Byfield Grange , under the direction of Al Walker, sponsored a
most successful parade and other outdoor activities for young and old
on the Fourth of July nearly two years ago . Dot ,said that she had
volunteered to send letters to all organizations in town to find out
how much interest there is .
The State has notified the town that because it has hit the 5 ,000
mark, the local officials must take certain measures and more speci-
fically the town must acquire its own system of seals and weights .
The Board agreed that they must budget about $2 ,000 to purchase equip-
ment in their�c-planning for the coming year . Chairman Machiros said
that the town owns a set of scales and measures , but it is very old
and valuable ; adding that he wouldn ' t want to see them banged around
on a daily basis , as the town likes preserving old thing . The
equipment which is more than 100 years old, is worth about $10,000
according to local historians . Chairman Machiros said that he hopes
that voters will weigh the historical value heavily at the annual
town meeting and tip the scales in favor of buying new materials . It
was recalled that Lucy Plumer used to be the Town ' s Sealer . Her,
father was Town Sealer for 56 years and he was appointed in 1894.
She was his deputy and after he retired, she took over the job by
herself until the State took over .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
January 27 , 1987
,The Selectmen ' a meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectman James A. Lowe was present .
Selectman Alan I . Adams was not present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
January 6 , 1987 W8 1 ,479 . 80
R27 575 . 00
P27 11 ,913 . 08
W28 37 ,289 . 22
G-W14 153 . 65
(Lib. State Aid)
January 13 , 1987 R28 711 . 00
W29 44,057 . 01
GPll 3 ,059 . 30
G15 (COA) 25 . 00
P28 51 ,304 . 09
Howard Tolman was again present at the meeting to discuss the
matter of the road salt which is stored outside the Town Barn and
close to his property located at 9 Old Pine Island Road. Chairman
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Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) January 27 , 1987
Machiros referred to several recent communications from Representative
Thomas Palumbo in which assurance was given to Rep . Palumbo that
Newbury would be placed on the eligibility list for State Funding for
the construction of a Salt Shed. In the meantime, it was discussed
that canvas covers , large enough to cover the salt adequately would be
used and the run-off from the salt would be at a minimum. Chief Merry
was present and was agreeable to having the Police monitor the salt
and make sure the canvas stays in place . Meantime , Chairman Machiros ,
Representative Palumbo, Senator Buell , Commissioner Robert Tierney,
and District Highway Engineer Arthur Doyle will be in constant
communication with each other, trying to get the funding from the
State as soon as possible . It was noted that when the barn was built ,
there was only one house in the area . Now, with the population growth,
there are problems , as that area has become residential .
In other business , David Caldwell was present and addressed the
Board. He said that the town of Newbury will be hosting the Scenic
Rivers Program Committee , the night of February 5th at the Town Hall .
He said that -the protective order is referring to a 300 foot corridor
and he definitely is against that . Selectman Lowe stated that he
didn ' t see the need for a 300 foot corridor . That subject will be the
main topic for the meeting February 5th.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
February 10, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
January 20, 1987 W30 323617 . 00
G16 (COA) 80 . 00
P29 13 , 893 . 02
RS29 73826 . 00
January 27 , 1987_ W31 42 , 852 . 42
P30 53 ,081 . 99
W-GP12 3 , 059 . 30
W9 (350th) 4 . 44
The Pratt Farm Sub-division was discussed by the. Board and a
motion was unanimously passed that in accordance with the provisions
of Mass . General Laws , Chapter 41 , Section 3 . 2 . 3 of the Town of
Newbury Sub-division Rules and Regulations , the Preliminary Plan of
Pratt Farm, submitted by Kimball , Chase & Co . , and presented by the
Planning Board was approved with the provision that Lot 14 of the
Plan be abandoned as agreed/ (because of drainage problem) .
Selectmen- ' s Meeting (Continued) February 10, 1987 �1
A communication from Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt was read by
the Chairman. It was suggested by Mr . Sternfelt that the Selectmen
consider establishing a mooring fee for boats in town waters . Adding
further that with the addition of a new wharf , float and ramp facility
last year and the expected cost of policing the new ramp, Mr . Sternfelt
said that in his opinion the Selectmen should consider the possibility of
establishing a mooring fee . Selectman Adams said that where he is
closely involved with that area , he will speak to Mr . Sternfelt and
discuss the subject at length. In the meantime , the Board unanimously
agreed that a mooring fee of $20 . 00 minimum be charged, and for larger
boats they will consider a further charge per footage , i . e . $1 . 00
per foot based on the length of the vessel .
The Board unanimously accepted the 1987-1988 Shellfish Regulations
that were duly signed and presented to the Board by the Shellfish
Commissioners : H. Verne Noyes , III , Donald F. Gladu and John K.
Thistlewood. The entire Board of Selectmen signed the regulations .
Mr . John Clemenzi , Orchard Street , was present and stated to
the Board that he had read about the School Study and Needs Committee
looking into the possibility of building a new s"c.hool and he would
like to be considered to be on the Building Committee that will be
planning the School as he felt that he had a great deal of experience
along those lines . He said that he is working for a contractor and
has been' for quite some time . Chairman Machiros thanked Mr . Clemenzi
for his interest and said that when the committee is officially
established by Town Meeting he would be kept in mind as a candidate .
The following communication written by the Board of Assessors
addressed to the Board of Selectmen was received and read by Chairman
Machiros .
Dear Board of Selectmen:
Since the acquisition of the Wang VS 80 and its supporting
equipment, it is the feeling of the Board of Assessors that the
$25 ,000 appropriation voted at the 1985 Annual Town Meeting to
meet the computer needs of the Assessing Department could be
used to supply other departments with software and terminals as
well as our own.
The endless possibilities for fulfilling these needs require
the intellectual input of other department heads and Committee
Chairmen as well as the Board of Assessors .
It is therefore our wish that the Selectmen and possibly the
Finance Committee become involved with the decisions in purchasing
software , choosing vendors , etc . , and any additional hardware-
necessary to satisfy the requirements of any department wishing
to computerize in the near future .
s/ Worthen H. Taylor , Jr .
Larry H. Gravelle
John H. Burke
Newbury Board of Assessors
By a unanimous vote of the Board, the letter was accepted as read
and Chairman Machiros said that he will be sitting in on all meetings
regarding purchases of software if this was agreeable with Selectmen
Lowe and Adams . This was agreeable .
A copy of a letter from Firepro, Inc: , the original of which was
directed to Newburyport Water Works , was forwarded to the Board for
their consideration. The letter referred to the subject of Water
Supply Improvements with regard to the Pratt Farm Development and con-
tained a proposal for improving the water supply South of the Rolfe ' s
383
Lane/High Road intersection in Newbury: "Based on water testing
conducted North and East of the intersection, it appears that
the reason for the poor supply on High Road is due to a restriction in
the vicinity of the Rolfe ' s Lane/High Road intersection. The
restriction could be due to piping too small for the demand, an ob- -
struction in the pipe , a mostly closed valve that cannot be located or
some other unknown reason. " The proposal went on to. say : "The
probability of receiving permission from the State to dig up the
Rolfe ' s Lane/High Road intersection to search for the restriction is
very low. For this reason, we propose to parallel the main in High Road
between Graham Avenue and the south side of the High Road/Rolfe ' s
Lane intersection with new 8"' pipe . The new pipe would be installed
along the west side of High Road between the roadway and Newbury
Green. " The Board of Fire Engineers will be contacted and the matter
will be discussed with them.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
February 24, 1987
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p .m. Chairman
Angie Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan
I .Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 3 , 1987 W32 82 , 119 . 24
P31 13 , 956 . 26
W16(COA) 1 ,989 . 00
W17G 4,830 . 62
February loth W33 44,202 . 31
P32 50, 768 . 63
W-GP13 3 ,059 . 30
RS30 11 ,931 . 00
W18(COA) 25 . 00
February 17th W34 34, 564. 52
P33 13 , 599 . 23
The Chairman read a letter of resignation from F. Ryeburn Lynch
who has served on the Zoning Board of Appeals for many years . ... Mr .
Lynch stated in his letter that his health was poor and as a result
he could not effectively serve on the Board. The Selectmen accepted
his resignation with deep regret and a motion was unanimously passed
to appoint Ryeburn as an honorary associate member because of his
vast knowledge on the Appeals Board.
A dog complaint from Mr . & Mrs . Walter Stamm, 118 Main Street ,
Byfield, was read by the Chairman regarding the dogs of John Short
of 120 Main Street . After reading the complaint the Board requested
Animal Control Officer Richard Cunningham to continue monitoring the
situation and report back to the Board at the next meeting March loth.
Mr . Cunningham was in agreement with the request . The Chief of Police
was present and the Board requested that any complaints regarding the
dogs in question should be documented in writing and presented
to the Board and Chief Merry was in agreement with this .
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) February 24, 1987
In other business , the Board unanimously approved of the recent
appointment by the Board of Fire Engineers of H. Verne Noyes , III , as
Fire Chief , replacing Wall.ace Pearson, who retired last Fall .
Mr . Donald Marr, of M & M Rubbish, attended the meeting. He
assured the Board that trash that he dumps at Newbury Landfill will
be trash that is picked up in Newbury only. Mr. Marr was called in
to the meeting because of his dumping without a sticker on his vehicle the
first of the year . He was told that his trash will be closely- monitored
in the future and any violations will be looked into by Chief Merry, who
is also the assistant to the Board of Health Agent , James A. Lowe . He
gave the Board complete assurance that no violations will occur, and with
that assurance he was allowed to obtain a sticker for his vehicle
allowing him to use the landfill .
A rabbies clinic will be held on March 25th from 4 to 6 p.m.
at the Newbury Town Hall . In case of rain, the clinic will be held
at the Highway Barn on High Road. Dr. Henry Lyons will be on hand
at that time .
The Board unanimously granted permission to Lamont-Doherty
Geological Observatory of Columbia University, Palisades , N. Y. to
conduct a radar investigation of the Green to identify liquefaction
features generated by the 1727 , and possibly older earthquakes . This
permission was granted in answer to their request dated February 18th.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
March 10, 1987
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
February 24th, 1987 W35 103 , 638 . 51
P34 50, 640. 43
W14 3 ,059 . 30
RS31 301 . 00-
March 3rd, 1987 W36 34,208 . 14
P35 11 ,996 . 17
RS32 266 . 00
WG19 1 ,479 . 80
By a unanimous decision of the Board and upon Chief Merry ' s
recommendation, Patricia Perley was appointed as Crisis Intervention
Officer for. the Newbury Police Department (Reserve Status) .
The Board unanimously appointed Richard Hurst , of Salisbury, as
Plumbing Inspector . '(6 month ' s probationary period) . Mr . Hurst was
present and was favorably received by the Board.
Richard F. Knight was unanimously appointed as Sealer of Weights
and Measures . Mr . Knight is required to take a week long training
course and upon completion of the course he will be sworn in by the Town
Clerk. (This appointment has a six months probation period also . )
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) March 10, 1987 387
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt was present and addressed the Board.
He said that he was seeking permission from the Selectmen to include
a new boat in his budget for next year . He said that he has been using
his own equipment , and for the past two years Police Equipment , "which is
no longer in working order . " The Board was in agreement that Mr .
Sternfelt should be provided with proper equipment , and permission was .
granted to him to shop around for something between $8,000 and $12 ,000 .
The Board agreed that if Mr . Sternfelt was expected to do a good job,
he should be provided with proper equipment . It was stipulated at this time
that the boat will be available for use by a number of departments ,
including the Police and Fire Department and the Shellfish Commissioners .
In other business , Animal Control Officer Richard Cunningham
reported back on his investigation regarding the Dog Complaint (Stamm
vs . Short) which was heard last meeting . Mr . Cunningham stated that
he had visited the area more than 30 times . 23 times things were
absolutely quiet , and the others , there was very little barking going
on. He added, "these have all been random visits and none of the
people involved knew I was there . " He said that he had talked with
several people in the area and they had no complaints . He said that
he would recommend that no further action be taken at this time .
His recommendation was tentatively accepted by the Board pending
presentation of a report in proper form by the Animal Control Officer .
Mr. Cunningham said that he would present this report to the Board in
the near future .
A letter was received from Highfields Realty, Inc.. , William P.
Pearson and Ronald 0. Pearson, officers , stating : "Parker River
Drive and Courser Brook Drive have now ,been completed and petitions
have been filed with the Town Clerk for Articles to be inserted in the
Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting .asking for the Town ' s acceptance
of them. As required by Law, will you please set a. date to lay out
these streets as per definitive plans on file with the town and notify
the Planning Board of your action. " (Signed by Highfield ' s Realty, Inc . )
A legal notice will be published' on March 13 , 1987 in the Newburyport
News , informing the public that a hearing will be held at approximately
8 :00 p.m. on March 24th for the intention of laying out Parker River
Drive and Courser Brook Drive , in preparation for acceptance at Town
Meeting .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
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SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
March 24, 1987
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen James A. Lowe and Alan I . Adams
were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 10, 1987 R33 175 . 00
P36 51 , 738 . 91
GP15 11 ,489 . 38
G19 9 ,264. 34
W37 52 , 778 . 81
March 17 , 1987 W38 23 ,094. 52
P37 11 ,923 . 39
RS34 168 . 00
A statement , written by Animal Control Officer , Richard N.
Cunningham, regarding the Dog Complaint - Stamm vs . Short- was
read by the Chairman and a motion was passed .to leave the matter
"status quo" A letter will be sent to Clerk Magistrate , Nicholas
Sullivan of the Newburyport District Court .notifying him of the Board ' s
decision. Mr . Cunningham will also be notified in writing that his
report has been accepted and he will also receive a copy of the Clerk
Magistrate ' s letter .
Upon Chief Merry ' s request and recommendation, the Board
unanimously appointed Paul Croteau and Richard Heath as reserve
officers with a one year ' s probation period. The Board unanimously agree(
that in the future , all police appointments shall include a one year
probationary clause , instead of six months .
At 8 :00 p.m. a public hearing was held for the intention of laying
out Parker River Drive and Courser Brook Drive in preparation for
acceptance at the annual Town Meeting. Two members of the Planning
Board, (Elaine Byrne and Patricia Skibbee) , Ronald 0. Pearson and
several residents of Parker River Drive were present . Mr . Lepito of
18 Parker River Drive said that he was concerned about the curbings
(or berms) , that have become dislodged and remain all broken and he
also voiced concern about the width of the street especially in the
winter months . Other residents of the area , Stephen Weeder, Susan
Sickle , Richard Morrell and Susan Lepito were present and-.,voiced
concern over the hazardous condition of Parker River Drive . Planning
Board :Chairman Elaine Byrne stated, "We have not as yet done our
final . John O' Connell is doing the final now" . "I have gone down
and looked at the conditions , and those berms have got to go. Courser
Brook Drive is ok, ' but Parker River Drive , No ! If the berms are
replaced in a satisfactory manner on Courser Brook Drive , the Planning
Board will consider their approval of the same , but not until . "
Planning Board member Patricia Skibbee stated `'Ronny has done a fine
job, however , there are places that have to be repaired. Courser
Brook Drive and Parker River Drive both need a lot of fill . " Highway
Supt . Philip Osgood was asked .for his opinion. He said, "Same things ,
just the curbings , loam behind them and a little seed. " It was noted
that it takes a two-thirds vote at the annual town meeting if the
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) March 24, 1987
Planning Board and Paul - Turbide are not satisfied. A motion was
unanimously passed to close the hearing and the matter was taken
under advisement . The hearing was re-opened and a motion was unanimously
passed to sign the plans tantamount to the Planning Board ' s acceptance
and recommendation according to Chapter 41 , Section 81-A of the General
Laws . Mr. Pearson agreed to do the landscaping, contact Turbide on
the best way to correct the curb breakage problem and to gravel the
access road. The Planning Board will submit a report to the Selectmen
to be presented at the town meeting. Mr. Pearson said that he had one
complaint . He purchased a sign "Coursey Brook Drive" as that is the
name he always knew it by, and he is not happy having it referred to
as Courser Brook Drive . It was unanimously agreed that the records
should show that Ronny bought the sign himself , not the town of Newbury.
The meeting adiourned at 8 : 30 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
April 14, 1987
Chairman Machiros stated that before the meeting started, he
wanted to take the opportunity to say that it was Selectman Lowe ` s
last meeting as a member of the Board, as he is retiring after faith-
fully serving for twenty-one years . Representative Thomas Palumbo
was in attendance and he presented Selectman Lowe with a document of
Congratulations which read as follows :
Whereas , James A. Lowe is retiring after twenty-one years
of outstanding service as a Selectmen in the Town of Newbury, and
Whereas , James A. Lowe has served the community and people of
Newbury in various positions and offices for many years ; four years
with the Finance Committee , nine years as Health Agent , ten years with
the Historical Commission, nine years as the Vice-President of the
Byfield Housing for the Elderly, twenty-five years as Chairman of
Commissioners of the Byfield Water District , six years on the Special
Needs Advisory Board of Whittier Vocational Technical High School ,
six years as Legislative Liaison to Massachusetts Municipal Association,
eight years as President of the Sons and Daughters of the First Settlers
of Newbury Society, and Designated Agent for Disaster Relief in 1978 ;
therefore , be it
Resolved, that the Massachusetts General Court extends its
congratulations to James A. Lowe on the occasion of his retirement and
its best wishes for good health and many years of happiness in his
future life ; and be it further
Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be forwarded by the
Clerk of the House of Representatives to James A. Lowe .
House of Representatives , Adopted April 13 , 1987
s/ George Keverian, Speaker of the House
Robert E . MacQueen, Clerk of the House
William M. Bulger, President of the Senate
Edward B. O 'Neill , Clerk of the Senate
Representative Thomas G. Palumbo
Senator Robert Buell
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) April 14, 1987
Selectman Lowe thanked Representative Palumbo and said that he has been
privileged to serve the town for twenty-one years in various positions .
Chairman Machiros and Selectman Adams both wished him well -and said
that it has been a pleasure to have worked with him over the years .
The Chairman added that right after the meeting there would be a
gathering of Selectman Lowe ' s friends who had also come to wish him
well upon his retirement .
In other related matters , Representative Palumbo said that he
wished to announce that" he had spoken with the Chairman of the Ways
and Means Committee and from all indications , in fiscal year .1988 funds
will be available for the construction of the Salt Shed for the town,
and the shed should be completed in the Fall of this year .
The Selectmen ' s meeting opened at 7 : 50 p.m.
Chairman Machiros stated that during the recent storm that caused
heavy flooding , the town suffered damage in the sum of 1 . 2 million
dollars .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 24, 1987 W39 60,088 . 76
P38 55 ,919 . 27
GP16 3 , 082 . 70
G20 6 . 089 . 04
RS35 7 ,994 . 00
W12 1 ,479 . 80
March 31 , 1987 W40 43 ,829 . 66
P39 12 ,437 . 73
RS36 829 . 75
G21 (COA) 240. 00
In other business , the board unanimously voted that anyone who
finds it necessary to .dig up the roads in Newbury must post a bond.
The Highway Supt . should determine the amount of bond, according to
what the cost of repair shall be .
Trash pick-up will begin at P1umis1and on May 18th and will
end October 31st . Pick-ups will be on Mondays and Saturdays .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 28 , 1987
The Selectmen ' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Usually the next
meeting after the annual town election, the Board reorganizes .
Selectman Angie Machiros was unanimously appointed as Chairman of the
Board and Selectman Alan I . Adams was unanimously appointed as Clerk.
Selectman Joseph S . Tevald. was the successful candidate at the April 25th
annual town election. He was unanimously appointed to serve as third
member on theBoard.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
April 7 , 1987 W41 35 , 120 . 51
GP17 2 ,957 . 23
P40 57 , 770 . 87
RS37 168 . 00
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) April 28 , 1987
April 14, 1987 W42 21 , 691 . 85
P41 13 ,078 . 70
G22 (COA) 25 . 00
RS38 168 . 00
Town Counsel James Lagoulis was present and addressed the Board
regarding Bill 1684, which is currently before the Senate that would
allow the State to purchase land in tidal areas . Attorney Lagoulis said
that the town should be very concerned about the bill because if it
passes it will take away Newbury ' s home rule and hurt the town ' s economy.
Also it will allow the DEQE to purchase land that it can also regulate .
He said that they can place restrictions on the land that are burdensome
and then turn around and say, "We ' ll buy it from you. " Right now, the
DEQE has a right to put rules and regulations on land susceptible to
flood damage , such as Plum Island. and the Parker River area , but is not
permitted to make purchases on behalf of the State . Chairman Machiros ,
Selectman Adams and Selectman Tevald were in complate agreement that
Newbury should guard against anything that threatens our home rule policy,
and they will take steps to fight the bill before the Senate .
Animal Control Officer Richard Cunningham addressed the Board and
said that he always operated on the idea they he did not do any work
inside the gate at the Federal Wildlife Area . He said that he would
like to have the Board ' s feeling on that matter now as he said that
approximately 10 days ,ago, in answer to a call from a concerned party
about two dogs (license4ut not tagged) getting inside the gate and ending
up at the Wildlife Section. She asked if he would see what he could do .
He went there as soon;tas he could to see what the problem was . When he
reached the gate he saw one of the Federal Employees carrying a dead dog
which had been shot . He wanted to know the Board ' s feeling at this time .
He said that he took exception to the fact that officials at the Wildlife
had made no attempt to contact him and report what was going on. He- said
that he was promised a copy of the officer ' s report , but so far he had not
received it . He said that he didn ' t like blowing the whistle but he thought
it would be a good idea i-f a meeting could be set up with the people
involved at the Federal. Wild Life . He said that he has yet to receive a
copy of their laws , but still they have asked him to go into the Federal
Wild Life and do their work. He said if they bring an untagged dog to
the gate , he will take it .
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) April 28 , 1987
The Chairman said, "You feel there is a lack of communication
between the authorities and yourself?" Mr. Cunningham said, "It could
be . They are an Island among themselves , but I feel that many of
these things should be a two way street . "
Representative Thomas Palumbo was in attendance . He said that
he had concerns involving that area also. He said that he was opposed
to fees being charged to Newbury residents and he was also opposed
to any declaration of land taking by the State . He said that he
felt that a public meeting with local Representatives , Senators , and also
concerned citizens should be held. A motion was unanimously passed to
set up such a meeting . Mr. Cunningham said that he has no way of knowing
how many dogs have been shot on the Federal Wild Life section. There have
been many dogs that have disappeared from that part of the Island. A
Meeting will be set up in the near future .
For the record : The town suffered damages in excess of one million
dollars during the floods this past April . General Damage Assessment
Form - MCDA Form DA-1 , was delivered in hand to Robert Boulay, Director
Civil Defense Agency in Framingham. A letter was attached to the Form,
in which. a request was made for assistance in arranging a Federal
Emergency Management Team to evaluate the damages that have occurred
due to the excessive flooding.
By a unanimous vote of the Board, the Siren Poles will be removed,
relating to the Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant . Town Counsel James
Lagoulis will study the situation and determine what the next step
for the poles ' removal should be .
Mrs . Thomas Ivone was in attendance and requested that steps be
taken to slow the traffic on Central Street , as she is of the opinion
that it is very dangerous for the children in the area . A "Slow
Children" sign will be put up temporarily and the area will be studied
by the Selectmen.
The meeting adjourned at 8: 55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 12 , 1987
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie Machiros
opened the meeting . Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph B . Tevald were
present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
April 21 , 1987 W43 16 ,582 . 13
P42 54,213 . 63
GP18 2 , 109691
G23 984 . 90
RS39 8 ,099 . 00
April 28, 1987 W44 278,348 . 82
P43 15 , 764. 76
G24 4,480 . 14
RS40 168 . 00
Chief Merry was present . At his. recommendation, and after careful
consideration by the Board, the following were appointed as full time
patrolmen to July 1 , 1987 . Order of list to be regarded as order of
Seniority: 1 .. Gary Clifford, 2 . Paul Ruggiero , 3 . Gregg Frappier .
These were all unanimously approved.
Barbara Greenwood was present . Selectmen unanimously approved of
a license transfer at Island Sub & Pizza, 51 Northern Boulevard, Plum
Island, from Linda Paulhus to Barbara Greenwood. Mrs . Greenwood was
asked if she understood the parking regulations , rules and regulations
connected with running the shop and she said that she was well aware
of all the regulations and could see absolutely no problems .
A letter from James Noyes was received and read by the Chairman.
The letter stated, "There is a drainage problem on the Upper Green. The
reason for this is the hot top drainage ditch which was at the end of the
pond; was omitted when pond renovations were done . Possible solution to
this would be to put back drainage ditch with stone and then put grass
back over. " The request will be directed to the Highway Supt . Philip
Osgood for his attention.
Mr . Eric Harmony was present . He addressed the Board and asked if the
other half of Old Rowley Road could be tarred, as he and several others
plan to build there in the near--future . He was told by the Board that
planning for this year ' s road repair has already taken place , but
hopefully the plans for next year ' s road repair will include Old Rowley
Road.
At 8 : 00 p .m. a public hearing was held on petition of New England
Telephone and Telegraph Company, Plan 3036 , dated April 21 , 1987 , to
lay approximately 60 ' of conduit on Main Street and approximately 30 '
of conduit on Central Street at the intersection of Main and Central
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) May 12 , 1987
Streets . No opposition was voiced. Abutters were all notified. Mr .
Shanley from the Telephone Company was present . He assured the
Selectmen that the streets would be put into good repair and a 30-day
to 60-day check would be made for further repair work after the road
settles . He said that he would be in close touch with the Highway
Department . A motion was unanimously passed to take the matter under
advisement , and the hearing was closed. The hearing re-opened and
permission was unanimously granted.
At 8 : 15 p.m. the Planning Board addressed the Board ;
-= - .,-regarding the realignment of Main Street . They said that
they wished to discuss the possibility of moving Main Street in Byfield
one or two feet to the right , to lessen the traffic congestion near
the Knobb Hill development , a 19 home subdivision off Main Street , near
West Street . The Selectmen said that they needed more time to study
the plan and would meet with Paul Turbide and the Planning Board at
a later date . In addition, Planners asked if the Selectmen would
allow them to block off part of West Street , so cars would have to
turn right onto Main Street to go South, rather than go straight on
West Street . The way the street is laid out now, Main and West Streets
Join together at an intersection, which is already crowded, but Elaine
Byrne , Chairman of the Planning Board said that she feels it will
become even more of a safety hazard once the subdivision is complete .
By moving the road toward the right and blocking off part of West
Street , traffic would be steered away from that area . Before any action
is taken, Paul Turbide will be notified so that he may attend a meeting
called for that purpose .
The removal of the Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant Siren Poles was
discussed and the Board was in complete agreement that the town of
Newbury should Join with the surrounding towns who also wish to have
the siren poles removed because this route makes more sense financially,
than an attempt to single handedly battle the utility. The other
towns are Salisbury, West Newbury and Merrimac . The towns have asked
Public Service Company of New Hampshire , the primary owner of Seabrook
Nuclear Power Plant, to remove the siren poles , because the town meetings
have voted against participation in evacuation planning .
The matter of dumping construction materials at the landfill will
. be addressed in the near future .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 26 , 1987
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph
B. Tevald were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
May 5 , 1987 RS41 174 . 25
W13 (COA) 2 , 512 . 20
G25 (Library) 818 . 00
W44 483467 . 34
GP19 2 , 109 . 91
W45 38, 523 . 66
May 12 , 1987 W46 48 , 543 . 36
P45 13 , 541 . 98
RS42 168 . 00
G26 25 . 00
May 19 , 1987 W47 104, 718. 64
RS43 7 ,938 . 00
P46 49 ,336 . 10
GP20 2 , 109 . 91
The subject of swimming at the town dock was discussed by the
Board and Chief Merry. It was agreed, that the Harbormaster Edward
Sternfelt and his assistants will be asked to attend the next meeting
and rules and regulations regarding the town wharf and ramp will be
discussed.
In other business , the Board authorized Police Chief Roger
Merry to increase the private detail rate when officers are working
for the town of Newbury, from $16 . 50 to $18 . 00. The Chief said
that the increase will make the rate similar to those in surrounding
communities .
The Board requested Chief Merry to contact Highway Supt . Philip
Osgood to make repairs to the fence around the Byfield School .
Selectman Joseph Tevald explained that more of the fencing had been
torn from the rails since he first complained about the problem three
weeks ago . He said that he was concerned about children getting
injured .
With reference to Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the Board voted
against reduction of the 10 mile area , regarding the evacuation plan
in case of an accident at the Seabrook Plant .
At 8 : 00 p .m. bids for computer software were opened and read.
Bids were received from. Computer Productivity Associates and from
AT & T/Summa Systems . AT & T submitted a bid for $20,000 . 00. Computer
Productivity Associates submitted a bid for $7 , 150 . 00 if paid within
30 days from the date of installation, or $9 ,000 . 00, if not -paid within
30 days from the date of installation. The Board unanimously voted
to take the bids under advisement , and refer them to James Giusti , CPA,
who is the Computer Consultant for the Town of Newbury. Mr . Giusti
will study the bids and give the Board his recommendation in writing
to be presented at the next meeting .
Chairman Machiros said that he wished to publicly thank Chief
Merry for being super helpful in hand delivering forms regarding
the Spring Flood Damage to the Town. The forms had to be made out
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) May 26, 1987
and delivered to DPW by the 28th of May, in order for the town
to receive reimbursement for damages .
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , S retary
Newbury Board of Selectmen
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 9, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the. Selectmen:
May 26, 1987 W48 66, 643 . 03
G27 8, 645 . 56
P47 13 , 396 . 33
GP21 21 . 00
RS44 273 . 00
June 2, 1987 W49 47 , 050 . 16
G28 880 .70
P48 49, 891 . 11
GP22 2, 109 . 91
RS45 1, 458 . 00
W14 (COA) 1 ,775 . 80
Mr. Paul Turbide was present and the subject of Knobb Hill Estates
(West & Main Street Section of Byfield) was addressed. Mr. Turbide state6
that Mr. Dermot Kelley was in attendance, who has prepared a plan
as part of a traffic study done for Ronald Pearson, as part of the
approval process for the Knobb Hill Sub-division which has been approved
by the Planning Board. Mr. Turbide presented a drawing which outlined how
the roadway can be moved 2 or 3 feet to the right in order to alleviate
congestion problems. He stated that this does not involve any taking of
land whatsoever. Mr. Turbide said that he would like to attend the next
meeting and bring with him a design plan for the Board to review which
would be more explicit than the drawing that he had with him tonight.
The Board was in agreement. The matter of a tree which stands on a
triangle of land at the intersection was discussed. Mr. DesJardins who
claims ownership was present and after a discussion with the Board, he
agreed to give up his rights to the tree and triangle of land in order
that the town can get on with their plans to make the changes necessary
to correct the congestion problems .
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued_ June 9, 1987
A dog hearing was held regarding a dog owned by Roger Kelly,
12 Newbury Neck Road. The complaintant was Launa J. Moise, 16
Newbury Neck Road. Mrs . Moise addressed the Board and stated that
Kelly ';s d..og Goldie attacked her 5 year old German Shepherd, and bit
him on his right side. She said that the two dogs were both in
the road at the time the attack happened. Mrs. Moise added that
"everyone knows .that the dog is part Pit Bull, and all the neighbors
feel that he is a threat to the children in the area. He has a very
vicious nature. " Mrs. Kelly responded that her dog has no Pit
Bull in him and is far from vicious; adding, "He is not a threat to
children or another dog, and is not likely to attack either. " Animal
Control Officer Richard Cunningham was asked if he had any information re-
garding . the matter. He said that some of the testimony he did not
quite understand, adding that Mrs. Moise ' s dog is a large Shepherd and
is usually inside a chain link fence. He said, "When I went to Kelly' s
the night I served the notice of hearing, I found her dog to be very
friendly. He leaned up against my leg and wanted me to pat him" Chairman
Machiros asked Mr. Cunningham, "In your opinion, would this dog be apt
to go after . a child, and Mr. Cunningham said, "I cannot guarantee any
dog. If you want my recommendation, I would recommend that the matter
be dismissed, hopefully with the stipulation that the parties try to get
along as neighbors. " The hearing was closed and the matter was taken
under advisement. The hearing re-opened and by a unanimous decision,
the Board voted to go along with Mr. Cunningham' s recommendation and
dismissed the case.
A letter from Patricia Perley, an employee of the Police Department,
was received and read by the Chairman. Mrs. Perley stated in her
letter that she had an interest in becoming a full-time police officer,
and she would like to be considered for the position which is open at
this time. The letter also related to other matters The Board
unanimously voted to have the Chief look into it and report back to the
Board of his findings, and to reach a resolve regarding this matter
and forward his recommendation to us .
The Board voted unanimously in favor of making the speed limit on
rights of ways at Plum Island and any side road at the Island that are
10 feet wide, ten miles per hour. This speed limit would not apply to
the main roads at the Island.
A letter was received from Attorney Richard Kelleher in reference
Selectmen' s Meeting ( Continued) June 9, 1987
to David M. Brown and Carolyn A. Brown purchasing the business known
as the "Corner Cupboard Package Store" at 4 Hanover Street, from William
and Robin Leete. A public hearing regarding the transfer of the license
will be held July 14th at 8 : 00 p.m.
There will be a special town meeting on June 23rd at 7 : 00 p.m.
at the Newbury Town Hall .
The Selectmen will meet with the Parker River Wildlife Officials,
Department Heads and anyone else having an interest in the Refuge on
June 18th at 7 :30 p.m. with an attempt to straighten out problems such as
entrance or user fees, blocking off parts of the beach, questions that
the Selectmen have, along with our State Representative Thomas Palumbo
and Senator Robert Buell, the local clammers, the police, firemen ,
Animal Control Officer and Robert Colby who harvests Salt Marsh Hay.
A public hearing with regard to the removal of Siren Poles in the
Town will be held on June 23rd at 8 : 30 p.m.
The fees for Milk Licenses in the town will be increased from $2 . 00
for 5 years to $15 . 00 for 5 years . This was a unanimous decision of
the Board.
A letter of recommendation from James J. Giusti, Computer Consultant
for the Town, was received and read by Chairman Machiros. Mr. Giusti
recommended that the bid for computer software be awarded to Computer
Productivity Associates . The Board unanimously agreed with the
recommendation of Mr. Giusti and awarded the bid to Computer Productivity
Associates .
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt, along with his assistant Jim Rambus
and several of the residents of the Parker River Area were present at
the meeting. The problems concerning swimming, diving, boating,
non-existent rules, etc. , were discussed at length, with the Board.
Mr. Sternfelt and Mr. Rambus both felt that the situation as it is now is
not completely safe for swimmers, since boats are docked in the area of
the float. Mr. Ronald Filmore of 279 High Road was of the opinion that
too many rules and regulations are not good, but more common sense should
be exercised. Selectman Adams agreed, adding, "Swimmers should be smart
enough to use the other side to swim and boaters shouldn' t go where the
swimmers are. " However, Mr. Sternfelt and Mr. Rambus said that their
concern is with public safety, more especially, the children. In
addition to the problems with swimmers and boaters, the Harbormaster and
his Assistant said that they have their hands full with water patrol, since
Selectmen' s Meeting ( Continued ) June 9, 1987
they are without a boat and the old boat is in the process of being
fixed. Mr. Sternfelt said that for about $4, 000 . 00 we could put the old
boat in working order for this year anyway. The Selectmen suggested to
Mr. Sternfelt and Mr. Rambus that the people that showed concern at
this meeting should all form a committee and come up with a good set of
by-laws for the river. There were several volunteers . The Committee
will report back to the Board when the By-Laws are ready to be reviewed
by the Selectmen for their approval .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JUNE 23 , 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 9, 1987 W50 22, 335 . 17
G29 (COA) 105 . 00
P49 17, 234 . 61
RS46 8, 194 . 00
June 16, 1987 W51 39, 081 . 90
P50 51., 929 . 33
R47 1,758 . 00
G30 (Library) 3 . 60
There has been a request that residents at the Quaker Hill
Estates in Byfield would like to have their mail delivered to them as
a lot of them are finding it difficult to pick up their mail at the
Post Office. By a unanimous vote of the Board, a letter will be sent
to the Postmaster of the Byfield Post Office supporting this request.
A one-day liquor license was granted to Ould Newbury Golf Club
at the Club on US Rt 41 on June 30, 1987 (July 1st is the rain date) .
The Board unanimously agreed that all milk licenses in the town
will be $15 . 00 for five years. This was increased from $2 . 00 for
five years) .
At 8 : 15 p.m. a pole hearing regarding three poles on Plummers Lane
was held. There was no opposition voiced. A representative from the
Mass. Electric spoke in favor. The hearing was closed and the matter
was taken under advisement. The hearing reconvened and permission was
unanimously granted.
The matter of vendors at Plum Island was brought to the attention
of the Board. There have been complaints as a result of difficulty
encountered with Mobile Vendors .parking and selling their wares at
the Island. By a unanimous decision of the Board, a motion was passed
Selectmen' s Meeting (June 23 , 1987) Continued
that no hawkers, peddlers, or vendors of food, frozen deserts or any
wares, may sell or advertise for sale,, any such goods, within 300 feet of
any business establishment, unless otherwise authorized by special permit
issued ' by the Selectmen. Any person violating these regulations shall
be punished by a fine of $20 . 00 for each such violation. Any person
committing a subsequent violation shall be subject to revocation of any
license issued to said person by the Selectmen.
A public hearing was held regarding the removal of the Siren Poles
in the Town. Representatives of the Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant were
present, along with concerned residents of the town. After hearing
testimony from plant representatives and then from residents, the
Selectmen said that in their opinion, the siren poles were not lawfully
placed in the Town. Attorney Scott Hill-Wilton of the office of our
Town Counsel James Lagoulis was present and stated that according to
Law, placement of the poles would have required a Town Meeting vote, and
to his knowledge such action never took place. Attorney Hill-Whilton
said that the poles could not be erected with only the Selectmen' s approval
unless they were designed for- the "direct transmission of electricity" .
Robert Stillman, of Ropes and Gray, the dirm representing the Plant,
said that the siren poles would serve such a purpose, saying "These poles
are intregal for the purpose of electrical transmission. He said that
the Plant cannot get licensed without proper evacuation plans which entail
a siren system in communities around Seabrook. Residents were certain
Seabrook is not a goo thing and therefore, anything associated with the
plant should go. Mr. Stillman said also that if the decision of the Select-
men is to join with West Newbury in demanding that poles be taken down will
lead to a costly legal battle.
Several resident were of the opinion that the siren poles are
unsightly and certainly a reminder of "the monster that is Seabrook" .
And the majority of the people in opposition to the Plant felt that the
Siren Poles are not designed for the direct transmission of electricity
and therefor are not intregal for the purpose of electrical transmission.
Attorney Hill-Wilton asked Mr. Stillman if the sirens at this point
are so that we might use them, and Mr. Stillman said that they were.
Chairman Machiros said that the poles are not operative. William Carter,
a concerned resident, asked "Can these poles be activated by Seabrook
Station?" and the answer by Mr. Stillman was "Yes" .
The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement.
The hearing resumed and Chairman Machiros said that he would
entertain a motion that the Board of Selectmen take whatever action is
necessary to have the poles and sirens removed and to instruct Town Counsel
to seek to join Newbury in the lawsuit between West Newbury and the Power
Service Company of New Hampshire (PSNH) . The motion was carried
unanimously, and the hearing was closed.
In other matter, Gerald Pratt was unanimously appointed as a full
time patrolman (3 year appointment) . This appointment was made with the
recommendation of Chief Merry.
The Board unanimously agreed that Richard N. Cunningham, who does
special police duty as Animal Control Officer, will be afforded the rights
of a regular police officer should there be a reason for dismissal.,
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 23 , 1987
meaning that he cannot be dismissed without a proper hearing. Mr.
Cunningham stated that in his involvement with the Police Department
he has had the utmost cooperation.
The regular yearly appointments were made in the usual manner. By
a unanimous vote of the Board of ,Selectmen, Mr. Benjamin Pearson was not
re-appointed to the Conservation Commission. All of the other appoint-
ments are on file in the Selectmen' s Office.
Selectman Tevald said that he would like to suggest a re-evaluation
of the Board of Health status in .terms of the Agent for the Board of
Health. He added "I would like to see the three Selectmen as Agents
to the Board of Health and perhaps Mr. Lowe could be kept as an
Assistant Agent to the Board of Health. It would afford better control.
over the Board of Health" . Chairman Machiros made a motion to "Number
one - we should take a whole look at the picture, and Number two
the three Selectmen shall be agents to the Board of Health. " The
motion was unanimously carried.
By a unanimous motion, the Board approved of giving Installers
Permits to those who qualify under the discretion of the Board of Health.
The moratorium has not been lifted.
The .meeting adjourned at 10 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
0.
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
WITH STATE AND LOCAL WILDLIFE
OFFICIALS, STATE REPRESENTATIVES
AND CONCERNED CITIZENS
On June 18, . 1987 , the Board of Selectmen, Representative Thomas
Palumbo, local officials and concerned citizens met with U. S. Fish
and Wildlife Service Representatives, Mr. Thomas McAndrews, Northeast
Refuge Supervisor for the Fish and Wildlife Service and Mr. John Fillio,
Refuge Manager, in an attempt to resolve a number of issues with regard
to the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge.
Chairman Machiros opened the meeting, and stated that "everyone
present will have a chance to voice their concerns, and all of these
concerns will hopefully be amiably dealt with here tonight" . The
Chairman added, "It is not our intention to tell the Wildlife how to
run their business, but we are being adversely affected, regarding
closure of the beaches. It can seriously affect the town of Newbury. "
Police Chief Roger Merry spoke first: "I would like to express my
concerns. Number One, the law enforcement issue, not so much the U. S.
Fish and Wildlife Laws, but State and Local Laws . It is my understanding
that the officer at your Wildlife is leaving. " Mr. McAndrews, Northeast
Refuge Supervisor for the Fish and Wildlife Service, stated that he will
be finding a replacement to fill the vacancy. Chief Merry said "We
want to work with you people, but we do have concerns about our liability. "
Mr. McAndrews stated that "during .a crucial period there will be three full
time officers on duty. They have authority to enforce Federal Fish and
Game Laws in the area. "
Chief Merryjsaid, "Having had two officers, and now you' re down to
one, and that person is leaving - so what is happening is going to put
more of a burden on our part. "
Mr. McAndrews answered, "We can perhaps come up with an agreement. "
Chairman Machiros addressed Mr. McAndrews: "Would you explain the
fees?"
Mr. McAndrews stated that .towns have two options : "They can receive
twenty-five percent of what is brought in, or three quarters of one
percent of the assessed valuation. You are always going to get some. "
Chairman Machiros stated that for many years the towns received
about zero.
Mr. McAndrews said "There are no guarantees . ".
Chairman Machiros asked, "Can I get assurance from you that we can
get law enforcement? .
Mr. McAndrews : "We are requesting that two people get credentials .
Mr. Schoppmeyer (sp) is leaving, and we will have to get along. We will
sit down with the Chief as soon as possible" .
Chief Merry: "Another situation, some of your laws allow liquor on
the refuge. "
Mr. McAndrews : "That' s right. "
Chief Merry: "When the refuge is full , the beer that is brought
down lands on the Island and creates problems for our officers" .
Mr. McAndrews : "I agree with you that there are problems, and if
I could change the law I would, but the officials in Washington --- "
Chairman Machiros : "Summer is upon us, and we need immediate action
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Re: Parker River Wildlife Refuge
on your part in getting a full time officer down there. "
Mr. McAndrews : "we have to train a man and we just can ' t go
out and hire a man off the street. Five names are picked off the
register of people interested in working for the Federal Government.'
Selectman Adams : "Can you bring in an officer?"
Mr. McAndrews : "Yes,. we might go to our special agents and maybe
we can get some help from them" .
Selectman Adams : "It is too bad that we have to go through this
at this busy season. "
Mr. McAndrews : "I couldn' t agree with you more" .
Chairman Machiros then stated that Representative Palumbo was here
this evening and had brought with him a letter addressed to the Board
outlining his concerns on this very important issue. The letter is
incorporated into the minutes of this meeting and refers mainly to
two subjects . #1 - The proposed fee; and #2 - the exclusionary policies
proposed by the Parker River Wildlife refuge. Representative Palumbo
was asked if he would speak to the group in attendance and he said that
he was glad to be at this meeting because he was hopeful that a compromise
can be effected that will take into consideration the interests of all
recreation goers - birders, hikers, bikers, anglers, walkers, bathers,
clammers and general sightseers . He said that up until 2 or 3 years
ago, all recreational interests were accommodated on the Refuge to the
exclusion of none, and he had received many calls from people voicing
their concerns. He said that he favors a broader policy of public access .
He said that the Commonwealth, not the Federal Government owns the
Southern most portion of Plum Island, and that he had initially questioned
how one could justify charging fees to patrons desiring access to the
State ' s Sandy Point. In his letter to the Board, Rep. Palumbo said that
"he had been assured by Mr. Fillio, Refuge Manager, in a letter dated
June loth, (also incorporated in these minutes) that visitors to that
area would not be charged, adding, those who have inquired will be
pleased with that policy. " His letter also read "The issue of fees
presents only one side of this miltifaceted problem. Beach closure
and the over crowded effect it has on our Northern Shore is one other.
Mr. Fillio' s letter states in answer to this- "The beach closure has
been implemented as a protective measure in order to imporove nesting
opportunities for the Federally threatened piping plover. We are
monitoring the birds ' activities on the beach and will re-open as soon
as we can be assured that any nesting has been concluded. As a National
Wildlife Refuge, our Congressional mandate is wildlife; allowing for
public recreation only if compatible with our wildlife purposes . "
Representative Palumbo' s letter stated that he agreed that we do
have a legitimate responsibility to protect our wildlife, no less primary .
than the responsibility we have to the taxpayers of our Commonwealth
and the nation, without whose financial support, the staff management
on the Refuge would cease and the proposed multi-million dollar visitors
center would become a moot issue ! He went on to state in his letter that
he disagreed with the need to exclude several miles of shoreline to public
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Re: Parker River Wildlife Refuge
access to meet that responsibility!
Representative Palumbo stated "We should at lease sit down and
compromise. I think we should protect the interest of the taxpayer. "
Chairman Machiros stated that for the record: Senator Buell
apologizes that he cannot appear this evening. However, he is in
agreement with Representative Palumbo' s statements . He has stated his
objections to the excessive closing at the Island.
Mr. McAndrews stated that "the Piping Plover is our main concern.
It is an official endangered species. We have to take an approach to
protect the Piping Plovers ' nesting and set aside a section of the Parker
River for the Piping Plover nestings. They nest all over the place;
every year it' s different so it is difficult to forecast where they
are going to nest next. We allow public use where it is compatible with
our wildlife. Over the years we have marked out the number of parking
spots in that area. What we are doing is, we picked out three miles
at Parker River (the best areas where Piping Plover may nest. ) When we
feel that the nesting is over we may open up more sections of the Island.
We will try to open up as soon as we can.
The matter of Fire Protection was addressed. Fire Chief H. Verne
Noyes, III, was present and stated "Two years ago we were told not to
respond to fires down there unless the Wildlife calls . "
Mr. Fillio stated: "About three years ago an agreement was sent
to the Board of Fire Engineers. Verne said: "We .can' t find it. "
Mr. Fillio said: "We ' ll send you another. We' ll sit down with the
Board of Fire Engineers and come to an agreement.
Chairman Machiros said that the Clammers also have concerns.
Verne Noyes, one of the clammers, said that 2 - 3 years ago the clammers
tied their boats at the ramp and did clamming. Now - they can' t use the
ramp.
Mr. Fillio said that the amount of clammers that originally tied
up at the ramp was ok' s by him, but then the number of clammers got out
of hand and they started tying up all over the place and he had to put
an end to it. That too will be addressed and some agreement will
hopefully reached when the clammers sit down with Mr. McAndrews and Mr.
Fillio.
Animal Control Officer Richard Cunningham was in attendance
and addressed Mr. Fillio and Mr. McAndrews: "In 13 years, not once
have I been notified of any dogs being ,shot at the Wildlife Refuge.
What do you do with the dogs you shoot? Mr. Fillio said "We have a
place to bury them. " Mr. Cunningham said that he felt that it was only
common decency to report any shooting to him, so that he could notify
the owner of the dog. Adding "I am an employee of the Town of Newbury,
however, I have no authority to go inside that gate (at the Refuge) .
I have attempted to work with them; whenever they have requested me
to go down there I do go. "
Mr. McAndrews said "If it is necessary to destroy a dog in future,
you will be notified. You do have the authority to go on to the Refuge
(in the town of Newbury) " .
Bob Colby, who does Salt Marsh Haying, said that he was prohibited
from doing so in the area of the Refuge. Mr. Fillio stated, "We will
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Re: Parker River Wildlife Refuge
allow it on the Southwest Boundary" . Mr. McAndrews said, "I am not up on
the details, but I am sure that we can meet and straighten out many of
the problems . "
Selectman Tevald said: "We have covered a lot of issues here
tonight. . Getting back to the law enforcement issue, it really is primary
in my mind that the primary officer has resigned. I for one feel that
we should hold you to a firm commitment, as far as your getting an
officer to fill the vacant position.
Chairman Machiros said, "I would like to reiterate the importance
of the vacancy" .
Mr. McAndrews said: "We will make that a top priority" .
Chairman Machiros answered, "No, all our concerns are as important" .
Mr. McAndrews :- "No, I will not consider that a top priority" .
The meeting adjourned at 11 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
July 14, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were. signed by the Selectmen:
June 23 , 1987 W52 128, 389 . 21
WG31 2, 292 . 50
GP24 63 . 00
RS48 273 . 00
P51 20, 399 .75
June 26, 1987 W53 19, 207 . 60
P52 156, 178. 57
GP25 6, 580 . 39
RS49 1 , 925 . 00
W15 (COA) 1, 622 . 63
It was noted that the Road Bond Issue will be brought up at the
September 8th meeting.
Chairman Machiros stated that he had been in contact with Town
Counsel with reference to the recent regulation concerning Hawkers,
Peddlers or Vendors of food, frozen desserts or any wares . A motion
was unanimously passed that the following be added to the regulation
"Any person violating these regulations shall be punished by a fine
of $20 . 00 for each violation. Any person committing a subsequent
violation shall be subject to revocation of any license issued to said
person by the Selectmen. " Chief Merry was informed by the Board that
a police officer is to serve the regulation to the offender and follow
it through.
The Knobb Hill subject was again discussed with Carlton Brown from
Paul Turbide' s Office and Dermot Kelly, who, together presented a final
plan of how best to alleviate the congestion problems at the intersection
at West and Main Streets .' Members of .the Planning Board were present
and seemed to be pleased with the plan as presented and could foresee
no problems . A discussion between the Selectmen, the Planning Board
and Mr.Kelly regarding the signs at that area followed. Mr. Kelly
recommended a "T" and "Curve" sign together, and both boards were in
agreement with this. It was also discussed and agreed that the developer
should stand any expense in connection with drainage tie ins . A motion
was unanimously passed that the Planning Board and the Board of Selectmen
are in concurrence that the Plan as presented is accepted.
The Selectmen unanimously agreed that the Town of Newbury will not
exercise its right and option to purchase a parcel of land off Parker
street, owned by Edith H. Smith. The land is to be converted from
Agricultural and/or horticultural use to Industrial and/or commercial
use under Chapter 61A, MGL.
Attorney Richard Kelleher was present with this clients David M.
Brown and Carolyn A. Brown, of 43 Low Street. He requested a transfer
of the "package store liquor license from the present owners William
and Robin N. Leete at #4 Hanover Street, Newbury, and known as the
"Corner .Cupboard Package Store. " The Browns said that they plan to run
the business the same as it has been running and could see no problems
with the operation. There was no opposition voiced, and Attorney
Kelleher and Robin Leete spoke in favor of the transfer. A motion was
made to close the hearing and take the matter under advisement. The
Selectmen' s Meeting Continued July 14 , 1987
motion passed and the hearing was closed. The hearing resumed and
the Board unanimously granted their approval, subject to the approval
of the ABC, and the Board informed the Browns that they reserve the
right to issue any comments, should there be trouble at the Package
Store.
Animal Control Officer Richard N. Cunningham was present and
addressed the Board. He said that he will be moving to a new location
in the near future, adding, "I am no longer the owner of the house, but
I am a tenant there for the present, and the pound at that location is
still in operation. When I do move into the new house, before consider-
ing building a new pound, I would like to know just how I stand as far
as appointments go, and I would like to be considered for a three year
appointment so that I would feel as though I have some protection. I
believe that before too long, the demands are going to be great,. as far
as the specifications for dog pounds are concerned, and the facilities
will even include air conditioning. I would like some protection, and
feel that a three year appointment would give me that protection before
I go and invest money in a new dog pound. " Mr. Cunningham' s age (67)
was brought up, and the possibility of his being incapacitated during a
three year appointment was discussed. Mr. Cunningham stated that he did
not foresee his becoming incapacitated, but in case he did become so,
he would give up the job as Animal Control Officer, and the Board would
not have to worry about that, if that was a determining factor in making
the three year appointment. Mr. Cunningham added that when he does
build a new pound, it will have concrete floors, running water, heat
electricity, and housing for the animals. Selectman Adams said, "I have
known Dick for a long time, and feel that his word is good and consider-
ing the fact that he says that he ' s willing to. build a new pound, as long
as he has this protection, I vote to give him a three year appointment. "
Selectman Tevald asked if that was in the form of a motion, and if
Selectman Adams was looking for a second, he would second it upon the
conditions that Mr. Cunningham will submit an agreement in writing,
saying that if he is not able to conduct his duties as Animal Control
Officer, as deemed by the Board, he would relinquish his duties at
that time and also that he would be fully responsible for all aspects
of building a new pound, meeting all legal requirements. If Mr.
Cunningham accepts these conditions, I will second the motion. Mr.
Cunningham was agreeable with this and the motion was passed.
The subject of the removal of boulders from the Thurlow' s Bridge
area in Byfield was discussed between concerned residents, the Select-
men, Chief Merry and Highway Supt. Philip Osgood. All questions were
directed to the Chairman of the Board. Calvin Watson asked who put the
boulders there and he was told that the Highway Department, acting
under the orders of the Highway Supt. (who was out on vacation at the
time) , put the rocks there. Mr. Osgood spoke and said that the rocks
were put there because of safety reasons. He said that approximately
25 to 30 people have called to report automobile mishaps in that area.
He said that public safety was the main reason, and he had the
opportunity to get some rocks and he thought it would be a good idea
to put them there. Two petitions were presented to the Board. One was
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 14, 1987
signed by people who thought the rocks should be removed and the other
was signed by persons who thought the rocks should stay. Mr. James
Stone was present and said that in his opinion, running off into the
marsh would be better than running into one of the. rocks . Edward Brown
and his son Robert Brown were both present and voiced their objections
to the rocks and requested that they be removed. Paul Cavanagh, a
resident of Middle Road questioned the fact that so. many mishaps actually
occurred and wondered if Chief Merry had a record of the number of
mishaps quoted, and he also called attention to a letter that his wife,
who lives elsewhere other than on Middle Road had sent in. The letter
asked that the rocks be removed as she could see no call for putting
them there and thought that they did nothing but make the area look ugly.
Mrs. Gillian Ingram was in opposition and asked that the rocks be taken
away as she saw no benefit whatsoever in having them there. Mrs . Ingram
has been in contact with the DEQE and with the Newbury Conservation
Commission in order to determine whether the rocks could legally be put
in that area. Mr. William Creed was present and presented to the Board
the petition signed by persons in favor of the boulders . He was the
only person present who spoke in favor. Selectman Adams, after hearing
all the comments about the rocks, stated that in his opinion, the Highway
Supt. did what he thought was best, however,_ he said that the rocks just
aren' t nice looking and there is a lot of aggravation because of them,
and the Highway Supt. should see that they are taken out of there and
taken to the dump. He put that in the form of a motion and Selectman
Tevald said that before he seconded it, he wanted to make it clear that
he was very unhappy with the fact that someone found it necessary to go
above the Board of Selectmen' s heads and contact the DEQE before the
Board even had a chance to straighten the situation. out. Mrs. Ingram
said, "I assume you are addressing me? Well, I felt that I had to get
action as fast as I� could and contact all the people who would help us
get those boulders out of there as soon as possible. " Selectman Tevald
went on to say that in his opinion, it wasn' t right to go above the
Board before coming to the, and with that clearly noted, he would second
the motion. The motion was passed.
In other business for the evening, the Junk By-Law was addressed.
It was noted for the record that the Junk By-Laws have not come back
from the Attorney General ' s Office as yet. In the meantime, any
complaints should be put in writing, and when we do get the final
By-Law from the Attorney General ' s Office, all complaints will be aired
at a Selectmen' s meeting.
Michael Bulgaris was appointed to the Conservation Commission for
a three year term, replacing Benjamin Pearson. This appointment was
unanimously agreed upon by the Board.
Michael McGuire was unanimously appointed as Highway Department
Working Foreman. Mr. Maguire has been working for the Highway Department
for some years and is highly recommended by the Highway Supt. Philip
Osgood.
The meeting adjourned at 10 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
July 28, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Joseph S. Tevald was present.
Selectman Alan I . Adams was not present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 27th 1987 W54 21,327 . 91
WG32 (Lib) 61 . 10
P53 ' 8, 588 . 99
RS50 775 . 00
June 30th W55 108, 153 . 12
G33 2, 745 . 54
RS51 11 . 10
July lst P1 601 . 10
July 7th W1 152, 636 . 99
P2 8, 859 .75
RS1 25, 479 . 00
G1 (COA) 25 . 00
July 14th W2 83 , 015 . 44
P3 27 ,354 . 39
RS2 825 . 00
The Selectmen unanimously agreed that the town of Newbury will
not exercise its right and option to purchase two parcels of land
on Middle Road, Newbury, owned by Lawrence C. Brown. The land is to
be converted for use under Chapter 61A, MGL.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a public hearing was held on petition of New England
Telephone & Telegraph Company and Mass. Electric Company, to relocate
one pole 75/2 12 ' West on 37th St. , adjacent to property owned by
Vincent Russo, 120 No. Blvd. , Plum Island. Dr. Russo was present and
voiced his opposition stating that if the pole is moved to the spot
that the Utility Companies have in mind, it will block off his access
The proponent was not present at the meeting. A representative of
the Utility Companies was present. A motion was passed to close the
hearing and take the matter under advisement. The hearing resumed
and the petition was denied as the Board felt that it would be unfair
to allow the pole to be moved to that particular spot where it would
block the access to Dr. Russo' s property.
By unanimous agreement, the Board made the temporary appointment
of Attorney John Healey as special town counsel to handle possible
litigation for the town in case of a conflict on interest situation which
might possibly involve our regular Town Counsel .
The Board unanimously appointed M. Louise Ziehler as non-discrimina-
tion officer to serve for the coming year.
Anim-al� Control Officer Richard N. Cunningham presented to the
Board a written agreement, with regard to his possible three year
appointment. The Board will review the agreement and the matter will
be discussed at the next meeting of the Selectmen.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
AUGUST 11, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting- was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opend the meeting. Selectmen Alan I. Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
July 21, 1987 W3 39, 065 . 83
P4 16, 276 . 22
RS3 8, 680 . 50
July 28, 1987 W4 17 , 685 .73
P5 27, 576 . 61
RS4 202 . 50
GP1 2, 000 . 00
WG1 .(COA) 2, 489 . 40
Eleanor Woodman attended the meeting and discussed with the Board
the safety factor involved regarding her selling corn from her truck
at -Boston Road and Route 1 , which the Board, as well as the Chief of
Police are of the opinion is parked too close to the road, and cars
travelling at a high rate of speed (55 MPH) may not be able to cope
with cars driving up to the corn truck or driving away from it. Mrs .
Woodman was assured by the Board that the Town has no intention of
hassling her, but clearly stated that they are very concerned about the
safety issue. Mrs. Woodman stated that she would most definitely move
the truck back much further from the road and thereby she felt that it
would be much safer, and the Town would have no further concerns . Chief
Merry was asked to monitor the situation often and he agreed to this
arrangement.
Police Chief Merry requested that the Board appoint Christopher
Ramasden as a lifeguard to serve for the remainder of the swimming
season. The Board unanimously granted his request.
A letter of resignation was received from Christine Spillane, who
serves on the Planning Board. The Board unanimously accepted her
resignation with regret.
Animal Control Officer Richard N. Cunningham was present, and
once again his three year appointment was discussed. Mr. Cunningham
said that he was not satisfied with the way an agreement was drawn up
for him to sign, as he did not like the last paragraph which read,
"Further, I agree to resign the position if at any time I am unable to
perform the duties of the position because of poor health or physical
incapacity as determined by the Board of Selectmen. " Mr. Cunningham
said that he thought a doctor should be the one to decide whether or not
he was incapacitated. The Board said that they did not mean that they
would make any physical diagnosis. Mr. Cunningham was asked if he would
feel better if he did not sign an agreement and Mr. Cunningham said
that he would prefer it that way. He made mention of the fact that at a
previous meeting when he first asked about the three year appointment,
his age was brought up, and he felt that this was a case of discrimina-
tion. The Chairman said that he would publicly apologize for this and
hoped that the other two Selectmen would join him in the apology. The
Board unanimously agreed that his age shouldn' t have been discussed, and
relying upon Mr. Cunningham' s statement that he would resign from his
position if diagnosed by a physician that he was not physically able to
do that job, and also, upon change in residence he will build and main-
tain at his expense, an animal shelter, meeting all legal requirements,
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) August 11, 1987
the Board unanimously granted him the three year appointment.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN"S MEETING
AUGUST 25, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 4th, 1987 W5 32, 575 . 26
P6 16, 466 . 74
RS5 1 , 592 . 50
August 11, 1987 RS6 457 . 50
G2 (COA) 105 . 00
GP2 3 , 500 . 00
W6 236, 099 . 11
P7 26, 286 . 41
The attached by-laws that were voted by the town at the annual
town meeting, April 21 , 1987 , have been approved by the Attorney General
These by-laws refer to junk and car disposal .
ARTICLE 35 . To see if the town will vote to repeal Section 2 and 3 of
the Junk & Car Disposal By-Law and accept the following as a By-Law of
the Town of Newbury. `
JUNK CAR BY-LAW
Section 1 . No person shall leave any partially dismantled non-operating,
wrecked, junked or unregistered motor vehicle on any publicly maintained
way within the Town.
Section 2 . No person in charge or in control of any property within the
Town, whether as owner, tenant, occupant, lessee, or otherwise, shall
allow more than one operative unregistered motor vehicle to remain on
such property, except as provided in Section 3 and 5 of this By-Law.
Section 3 . The Board of Selectmen may issue a permit to keep, store, or
allow more than one such motor vehicle to remain on such property.
Section 4 . Each such permit shall (1) specify the maximum number of such
motor vehicles that may be kept, stored or allowed to remain on such
property, and (2) be limited to a reasonable period of time not exceeding
two years and (3) be a personal privilege of the applicant and not a grant
attached to and running with the land.
Section 5 . This By-Law shall not apply with regard to a motor vehicle in
an enclosed building; a motor vehicle on the property of a farming or
business enterprise operated in a lawful place and manner when necessary
to the operation of such enterprise; or a motor vehicle in an appropriate
storage place depository maintained in a lawful place and manner by the
Town.
Section 6 . Such permits or conditions granted may be revoked at the
pleasure of the Board of Selectmen for any non-compliance of regulations
or conditions of said permits and persons in violation may be punished
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) August 25, 1987
by a fine not to exceed fifty ($50 . 00) dollars for each offense. Each
day that such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
ARTICLE 42 . To see if the Town will vote to amend its Police Powers,
Rules and Regulations by-Law by adding under Article III a new Section
12 .
Section 12 . No person shall use, or park any vehicle on the Town Boat
Ramp or the surrounding park area without the permission of the Board of
Selectmen.
Visual permits will be issued to qualified users.
ARTICLE 43 . To see if the Town will vote to amend Section 1, of
Article 1V of its Police Powers, Rules and Regulation By-Law by changing
fifty dollars ($50 . 00) to read one hundred dollars ($100 . 00) .
This section will now read:
Section 1 . Whoever violates any of the sections under Article III of
these By-Laws shall be punished by a fine not exceeding One Hundred
Dollars ($100 . 00) for each offense.
JUNK BY-LAW
Section 1 . No person shall store or place, or permit to be stored
or placed, on premises which he owns, leases or occupies, any debris,
junk, scrap metals or other waste materials or products , which in the
opinion of the Board of Selectmen shall be considered detrimental to the
public safety, health and good unless the same shall be within a building
or area unexposed to the view of the public and abuttors .
Section 2 . Persons in violation may be punished by a fine not to exceed
fifty ($50 . 00) dollars for each offense. Each day that such violation
continues shall constitute a separate. offense.
91 11 11 11 91 11 11 91 11 11 11 11 11
By a unanimous decision of the board any complaints shall be addressed
to the Selectmen in writing. The Selectmen will then go and view the
location, form their opinion and make a decision and the proper detail is
shown in Section 3 , 4 and 5 of the By-Laws (as written above. ) The Board
was in agreement that anyone .who does have a complaint should first contact
their neighbors and try to work things out before sending their written
complaint to the Board.
Mr. Wayne Fish was present and addressed the Board with a complaint
against Mr. Gino Bruzzese, owner of G & G Service Station, 17 Central
Street, Byfield. He stated that Bruzzese stays open all hours until late
in the evening creating all kinds of noise working on cars and in his
opinion he is using the property as a junk yard that has long been an
eyesore and safety hazard to the neighborhood. Mr. Bruzzese will be
asked by the Selectmen to attend the next meeting so that the problems
may be addressed.
Ruth Alexander of Rowley attended the meeting and addressed the
Board regarding a joint marsh protection program between Newbury, Rowley
and Ipswich. She asked the Selectmen if they would sign a petition to
the Center for Rural Massachusetts, asking officials there to -9tudy_"the
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) August 25, 1987
marshes of the three towns. She added "They are very interested in our
area, partially because it is a regional effort. But the University of
Massachusetts, of which the Center is part of, has a limited amount of
funds for the project, so the towns have to act quickly. " She said that
through the program, experts would study the marshes and make suggestions
for protective zoning by-laws for the areas bordering the wetlands.
Selectman Alan Adams said that the marshes are already protected and he
did not see any reason to join the program, but he did agree to study
the materials and contact Mrs. Alexander when a decision is made.
Selectman Adams added that "Between the Federal Government and the
State, in the Town of Newbury, there isn' t a handful of land that isn' t
protected. I think that the Selectmen, the Conservation Commission
and the Planning Board are doing the job. For 350 years we 've been
doing a pretty good job of protecting the marshes and the Parker River. "
Mrs. Alexander said that in her opinion the town officials lack the
insight and resources to understand how to best protect the marshes.
Mrs. Dorothea B. Crowley, Assistant Assessor/Appraiser has
resigned from that position and will, as of August 1, 1987 , be
a self employed consultant/contractor to the Board of Assessors. The
Board unanimously accepted the resignation.
The Craft Fair and other festivities, planning for the Labor Day
week-end were discussed at length. The traffic problem was discussed
with Chief Merry who appeared to have everything pretty much under
control . It was brought to the attention of the Board that one of
the planned features might be helicopter rides . The Board was unani-
mously against the rides stating that they felt it could prove to be
disastrous. They said that the Massachusetts Aeronautical Commission
would have to check into how many take-offs and landings there would
be. They would have to come down and inspect the area and issue a
permit, and all in all it was just too much for the Town to handle.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
September 8, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present. .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 18, 1987 W7 21 , 609 . 47
P8 16, 847 . 42
RS7 1, 487 . 50
August 25, 1987 W8 24, 914 . 72
P9 27 , 274 . 00
RS8 8, 751 . 67
G3 600 . 00
Paul Daubitz who lives at 12 Annapolis Way, Plum Island was
present at the meeting. He addressed the Selectmen, and presented
them with a petition signed by ten residents of the Annapolis Way
area, requesting "that no parking lots be allowed on Annapolis Way. "
The petition further stated that "the street is a dead end, and there
are often children playing nearby and the increased traffic is undesirable.
Further, a parking lot business adversely affects our property values,
so will you please enforce town by-laws and if requested, do not issue
a permit for a parking business on Lot 188 . " Mr. Daubitz stated that
Building Inspector David Caldwell has checked into the situation, and
apparently there is no permit issued for any lot on Annapolis Way.
Mr. Daubitz stated that he was hoping that the Selectmen will enforce
the laws with reference to parking and maintaining Annapolis Way.
Selectman Adams asked Mr. Daubitz if he (referring to Michael Villane)
has two lots . Mr. Daubitz answered "Yes, he has his house on one and
one is a parking lot across the way from the Beachcomber. " Selectman
Adams then asked that it be entered into-the records that we should
monitor the situation at this time next year so that the same thing will
not happen again. Mr. Caldwell said that he did check into it, and
found that there were approximately eight to ten cars on Annapolis Way.
Selectman Tevald said that whereas the season is over, he thought the
best thing to do is to look into it next year and if it is a situation
where a permit is lacking, "that' s the time that we should do something
about it. " Chairman Machiros said that the Board will have a conversa-
tion with Mr. Villane before next season, adding, "Is he actually parking
in back of where you live?" Mr. Daubitz answered, "Yes, that' s right. "
Mr. and Mrs. Melville Pratt and their lawyer, Timothy Perkins were
present at the meeting. Mr. Perkins addressed the Board and stated that
they were at this meeting to complain that the Pratts have been hindered
(due to the Planning Board' s objections) from doing anything with their
property on Low Street. Attorney Perkins stated that the Planning Board
had until September 2nd to file a decision, but they didn' t file until
September 3rd. He asked that whereas the time had expired, should, or
could the Clerk issue a certificate of non-compliance so that the
Pratts could get on with their plans . The Board was of the opinion that
the decision was received by the Clerk the day following the meeting of
the Planning Board only because their meeting let out at 11 :30 p.m. and
the Clerk' s office was closed at that time. After a lengthy discussion
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) September 8, 1987
between the Pratts Attorney, the Pratts themselves, some of the
members of the Planning Board and the Selectmen, the Board came to the
unanimous decision that the Planning Board had their full support, and
if the Selectmen could be of any help, they would be glad to offer
assistance at any meeting the Planning Board wished to set up.
A letter of request was received from Atty. Joseph Faro, regarding
the regulation recently adopted relative to hawkers, peddlers and vendors .
Atty. Faro represents Robert Kimball, d/b/a Mr. K' s, 402 Elm St. ,
Salisbury, Mass. and is requesting that the Board waive the regulation
inasmuch as the 300 foot requirement works a severe hardship on Mr.
Kimball ' s business and makes it virtually impossible for him to sell in
the Plum Island Area. By a unanimous vote of the Board, the request for
a waiver was denied.
Mr. Wayne Fish was present regarding his complaints against G & G
Service Station in Byfield. Mr. Bruzzese, owner of the Station was also
present. After complaints were aired by both parties, the Building
Inspector was asked for his comments, and he stated that in his opinion
there were other problems concerning the neighborhood. He stated
also that he had not talked to the owner of the station as yet, but
he would talk with him in the near future and address the various
problems with a view to solving them. The Board unanimously agreedi.to
take the matter under advisement and have Mr. Caldwell talk with Mr.
Bruzzese and come back with a report at the next meeting.
A letter was received and read from John Fillio, Refuge Manager,
requesting permission to change the current sign which is located just
before the intersection of the Plum Island Turnpike and Sunset Boulevard
(Crossroads) . The additional information will be the standard "U. S.
Fee Area" symbol and lettering. The Board granted their unanimous
permission.
It was the decision of the Board that Fall perks will be performed
this year only until further notice.
It was brought to the attention of the Board that there are two
vacancies on the Planning Board of Appeals . The matter will be looked
into and the vacancies will be filled in the near future.
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
SEPTEMBER 22, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 1 , 1987 W9 27 , 900 . 93
P10 17 , 885 . 13
RS9 1 , 480 . 00
WC2 (COA) 1 , 470 . 80
September 8, 1987 W2 (Law Enforce. ) 28 . 50
W10 21, 760 . 00
GW (COA) 25 . 00
P11 58, 049 . 99
GP-W3 1, 131 . 82
RS10 187 . 50
September 15, 1987 W11 27 , 153 . 41
P12 17 , 832 . 83
RS11 13 , 010 . 50
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) September 22, 1987
A meeting will be held October 8th at 7 :30 p.m. to discuss the
subject of perk tests .
The following letter was received and read from Mr. Richard J.
Passeri:
Board of Selectmen September 22, 1987
Town of Newbury
Town Hall
Newbury, Mass. , 01951
To Members of the Board:
It is my understanding that the Board will soon consider the
appointment of individuals to the School Building Committee.
Having been the Chairman of the School Needs Committee, I respect-
fully request that you consider appointing the members of that
committee to the Building Committee. By so doing, you will insure
continuity from one committee to the other. The obvious advantage
will be that the Building Committee can move forward without back
tracking last year' s efforts. Given the annual uncertainty of
funding for the State Building Assistance Program, the Town should
have every advantage possible.
Be advised that I have not discussed continued involvement with any
members of the Needs Committee since we last met in the Spring.
At that time, Whit Kimball, Karen (Kelley) Boxell, Phil Fogg, and
Louise Healey all indicated a willingness to continue. Further be
advised that I am willing to continue with this effort if you so
desire.
Since the Building Committee will be dealing with various options
including building, it would be advantageous to appoint at least
one individual with a background in construction.
Thanking you in advance for your consideration of this request.
I am available to meet with you at your convenience.
s/ Richard J. Passeri
Chairman Machiros stated that he wanted to go on record as voting
for the slate as presented by Mr. Passeri, but to add the name of
John Clemenzi as a construction expert as was recommended by Mr.
Passeri in his letter.
At that time, John Salter presented a . slate containing the following
names : Whit Kimball, Phil Fogg, Karen Kelley, Dick Passeri, John
Clemenzi, Joseph Tevald, Geraldine Reed.
Selectman Adams made a motion to accept this list as presented
and Selectman Tevald seconded the motion.
Chairman Machiros stated that if it was agreeable with his two
colleagues, he would like to serve as an alternate member on the
committee and this request was granted.
A letter . of request was received from Newbury Cub Scout
Pack 44 asking permission to plant a tree on the Green this Spring.
Selectman agreed that planting a tree was a good idea but they will
give direction as to where it should be located.
A dog complaint was received from Kevin Hunt, 14 Tenth Street
Plum Island. The complaint will be turned over to Richard
Cunningham, Animal Control Officer.
A police report was received and read concerning a complaint
involving a dog owned by Everett Davis, 5 Moody Street, Byfield.
The report was accepted and will be put on file for future reference
if necessary.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
OCTOBER 13, 1987
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 22, 1987 GP4 10, 184 . 70
W12 43 , 890 . 24
RS12 452 . 50
September 29, 1987 RS13 1 , 877 . 50
GW5 3 , 009 . 15
P14 13 , 955 . 11
W13 80, 656 . 35
The following memo regarding percolation tests was received
and read by the Chairman. It was unanimously agreed to enter the
memo into the records.
To the Board of Health:
In reply to the complaints regarding percolation tests in this
Town, please be advised of the following facts .
Out of 800 tests witnessed by your Agent, 693 were under 20
minutes; 67 were over 19 minutes and there were 40 refusals .
The tests of over 19 minutes per inch amount to less than 9%
of all tests taken which is the reason that I have not recommended
a change in the rate in effect at this time. The figures quoted are
backed by the records on file.
s/ James A. Lowe, Agent
Newbury Board of Health
The Board was saddened to report the sudden death of Mrs. Robert
(Helen) Field. She will be sorely missed as she was always lending
a helping hand everywhere she went. Her untimely death is a great
loss to the town.
The Board received a request from the Friends of the Library
to use the Byfield Town Hall on Thursday evening, December 3rd for an
antique demonstration and sale as a fund raiser. Permission was
unanimously granted by the Board.
Another request for permission to use the Byfield Town Hall
was received from the Newbury Garden Club. They wish to use the Hall
for their monthly meeting on November loth from 10 :30 a.m. until
about 2 : OO p.m. Permission was unanimously granted by the Board.
Both of the requests were granted with the stipulation that Mr.
Robert Field be contacted to make arrangements to have the hall open
at the time they wish to' use it. It will be suggested that they
wait for two weeks or so as Mr. Field is in bereavement at this time.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
OCTOBER 27 , 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 6, 1987 W14 33 ,738 . 41
P15 54, 742 . 91
RS14 9, 469 . 17
COA 1 , 379 . 80
GP5 3 , 440 . 82
October 13 , 1987 W15 51 , 764 . 48
G6 (COA) 25 . 00
P16 16, 395 . 00
RS15 1 , 500 . 00
W3 28 . 50
October 20, 1987 W16 11 , 981 . 19
P17 56, 228 . 70
RS16 517 . 50
GP6 3 , 440 . 82
After careful consideration, the Board unanimously appointed
Scott Ackerly to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of
Christine Spillane on the Planning Board.
Mr. Bruce N. VanFleet, president of Offshore Concepts Corp. ,
d/b/a U.S. #1 Auto/Marine has applied for a license to buy, sell,
exchange or assemble second hand motor vehicles or parts thereof at
84 Newburyport Turnpike. - The application was taken under advisement
by the Board and Mr. VanFleet will be invited to attend the next
Selectmen' s meeting, November loth, so that the matter may be discussed
before any decision is made.
Chief Merry reported that he had spoken with the Harbormaster,
Ed Sternfelt, and Mr. Sternfelt said that a week from tomorrow (Nov. 4th)
the floats will be coming out of the water. It was suggested by
Selectman Adams that the Harbor Commissioners be asked to attend the
next meeting just to be sure that everything is running smoothly, and
any problems that the Harbor Commissioners may have can be discussed
with the Board. This way the Board can keep abreast of what is going
on with the Harbor Commissioners at all times.
A request was received from Newburyport Figure Skating Club to
hold a tag day in the Town of Newbury on November 21st. It will involve
having two girls in the front of the Country Store and Doyle ' s Pharmacy.
Both -store owners have given their permission, according to Walt
Houghton who represents the Figure Skating Club. The request was 'un-
animously granted by the Board.
The Girl Scouts have asked permission to plant a tree on the Green.
The Selectmen agreed that this may be done. The tree will be planted
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) October 27 , 1987
where the Boy Scouts planted a tree some time ago but has been removed
because the tree failed to grow._
- At 8 : 00 p.m. bids for road materials were scheduled to be opened,
however, there was only one bid received. As a result, the Board
unanimously voted to re-advertise and ask the lone bidder, George Brox,
to resubmit his bid. The bids will be scheduled to be opened at the
next Selectmen's meeting, November loth, at 8 : 00 p.m. This action was
taken as a result of the following motion: "The Board of Selectmen feel
that there is no comparison, and therefore we must re-advertise the bids. "
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
NOVEMBER 10, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 27 , 1987 W17 117 , 365 . 48
G7 3 , 890 . 24
P18 18, 508 . 67
RS17 1 , 907 . 06
November 3 , 1987 W18 23 , 237 . 28
P19 56, 895 . 89
RS18 1 , 012 . 50
GP7 3 , 440 . 82
G4 (COA) 1, 996 . 20
The Harbor Commissioners were present for the purpose of discussing
. any problems that may have occurred during this past
summer, and also for the purpose of discussing users ' fees, regulations,
whether or not the old boat should be repaired or a new one should be
purchased. The Commissioners seemed to be of the opinion that if users '
fees are collected, they should be directed to the River use and should
not be used for any other reason. They felt that a good way to use the
money will be to spend it for safety on the river. Ronald Filmore said
that he felt that $20 . 00 for a mooring permit was a lot of money for
people who are just tied up to a slip. At a future meeting these
subjects will be discussed again and the Commissioners will hopefully
come up with some answers that will be agreeable with the Board as well
as themselves . Selectman Adams said that some thought should be given
to getting a boat for the Harbormaster. He added that all last summer
we were waiting for the old one to be repaired. Mr. Thurlow said that
he was in agreement, however, Mr. Publicover and a few others thought
that the old one should be repaired. The subject of laws for the river
use was brought up and Mr. Filmore said that he felt that laws are made
but there is no way of controlling them, or enforcing them. "There just
is no one and the Harbormaster is always away and the Assistants are
trying to do the best they can. Someone should have control over things
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 10, 1987
that go wrong, but there is no one on duty. " Peter Courtney said that
the Harbormaster' s Rules and Regulations seemed to be taken from big
city rules and regulations and he didn' t think that would work well in
a small town like Newbury. Selectman Adams said "I think you people-. --"-,.-:
should get together and put together a list of regulations and then let
us review them. Not just Ed Sternfelt, but all of you should contribute
your ideas as Harbor Committee members. A boat marked' Harbormaster or
Harbor Police is what we should have, and hopefully we can get a boat this
year for around $10, 000 . 00 . " Chief Merry said that he is an Assistant
Harbormaster, and as such, he added, "I think we should all work
together and work out any problems that might arise. " Selectman Adams
said that if within the next 60 days or so if the Commissioners
could have a meeting and come up with something in the positive nature
there would be plenty of time to take care of it in case a by-law is
necessary for the town' s people to vote on. Chairman Machiros said that
it is his opinion that over regulation is not what we need in Newbury, but
we do need law and order. Selectman Tevald said that in his opinion within
the .next two weeks there should be another meeting of the Harbor Commis-
sioners. There was no opposition to this.
At 8 : 00 p.m. , bids for road materials were opened. Bids were
received from The Middlesex Corporation, Trimount Bituminous Products,
H i w a pav Inc
George Brox, Inc./ arrvd nu New� q-y Tru.cking Service, Inc. After the bids
were read, the Board asked Highway Superintendent, Philip Osgood to look
them over and give his recommendations . Mr. Osgood did this and stated
that after careful consideration, he would recommend that the bids for
bituminous concrete should go to Middlesex Corportion and he asked that the
Trimount and Brox bids be kept open and he would go to their plants to
pick up materials as they were needed. Newbury Trucking was awarded the
sand and gravel bids . Materials that were not bid on but were advertised,
will be advertised again and the bids will be opened the evening of
December 8th at 8 : 00 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
NOVEMBER 24, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 10 , 1987 W19 29, 926 . 54
P20 18, 225 . 27
RS19 9, 569 . 17
WT4 28 . 50
November 17 , 1987 W20 28, 932 . 13
P21 58, 660 . 07
RS20 187 . 50
GP8 3 600-'82
George Guy, Christopher Monaco and Kenneth Tache were present
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 24, 1987
at the meeting with a request that the Board consider improving the
condition of Plummer' s Lane. They complained that the road is
virtually impassable, and in their opinion they are going to have
a problem selling homes that they recently built. They said that
potential buyers for the homes will certainly be turned off when
they find that they cannot use the road in its present condition.
Mr. Tache told the board that the road in his opinion is impassable
and added that it is unplowable, no street lights, and he said he
felt that an ambulance or a fire truck could never get through.
The Board was sympathetic, but reminded the three men that there were
never any promises made to them that the town would stand the expense
of fixing the road so that they could build and sell houses in an area
where they knew the road was in terrible condition in the first place.
The Board informed them that the Town just doesn' t have the money to
fix up every road in town, and there are several that need repair
that local residents have lived on for years and they too have to be
patient. The Board added that they will do the best they can but
the men should not expect too much.
The following appointments were made: Historic Commission-
Paula Newton, regular member and Robert Chick associate member.
School Building Committee - Joan Weyburn; Zoning Board of Appeals -
Evelyn Noyes Rettkowski - Associate Member; Conservation Commission-
Charles Powers, regular member; Reserve Police Officer - Janet
Brewster - (One year appointment with one year probation) ; Fulltime
Dispatcher - Thomas White (One year appointment with 6 months
probation) ; Part-time Dispatcher - Matron - Sallie Zinck (One year
appointment with °one year probation) . Assistant Town Clerk: Ralph P.
Lowell .
At 8 : 00 p.m. a public hearing was held on petition of New
England Telephone & Telegraph Company and Massachusetts Electric
Company, Petition #610 dated October 9, 1987 , to re-locate one pole
104/2, 186 ' West of the intersection of 6th Street and Northern
Boulevard. This is adjacent to property owned by Bruce Picard, Sr.
Mr. Picard was present and addressed the Board. He said, "I want to
change my service before the pole is moved across the street" , and
with that stipulation, I am in favor of the pole being moved. " A
representative of the utility company was present and spoke in favor
and gave his assurance that Mr. Picard would certainly be able to
change his service before the pole is moved across the street. The
hearing was closed and the matter_ was taken under advisement. The
hearing, resumed and the Board granted their unanimous permission
with the stipulation so stated.
It was noted that in accordance with Chapter 369, Acts of 1982,
Section 1 , a public hearing will be held on November 30th at 7 : 30 p.m.
for the determination ,of the percentage of the tax levy to be borne
by each class of real property for fiscal year 1988 .
At 8 :30 p.m. Chairman Machiros asked if there was any further
town business to come before the Board this evening. No one in the
audience had any further town business to discuss and Chairman
Machiros then asked for a motion to go into Executive Session, to
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 24, 1987
discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining. Selectman
Adams made the motion that the Board go into Executive Session to
discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with Police
Chief Merry and Deputy Chief Avelis. By a roll call vote, Selectman
Tevald seconded the motion and Chairman Machiros made it unanimous,
and stated that the Board would not reconvene after the Executive
Session.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
November 30, 1987
In accordance with Chapter 369 Acts of 1982, Section 1 , a
public hearing was held on the determination of the percentage of
the tax levy to be borne by each class of real property for fiscal
year 1988 .
After a discussion with Assessor' s Chairman, Worthen Taylor and
Assessor Laurent Gravelle, who recommended that the Board set a single
tax rate .for all categories of property in the town for fiscal year
1988 . The new rate which will show a slight increase from the present
rate of $11 . 50 per thousand should be publicly released by the end of
the week according to Mr. Taylor. He went on to say that the assessors
declined to set a dual rate because the town' s industrial base - .only
3 . 4 percent of the property - isn' t large enough to compensate for
a drop in residential tax rates . He also said, "If we increased the
commercial rate by $6 . 50 per thousand, the residential rate would
drop by less than one percent per thousand. Chairman Machiros said
that if all that is gained is one cent, it would not be worth the
amount of work involved. The Selectmen voted unanimously in favor of
the single tax rate.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
DECEMBER 8, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by- the Selectmen:
November 24 , 1987 W21 165, 115 . 88
P22 19, 741 . 99
R21 292 . 50
GW8 4, 071 . 27
December 1 , 1987 P23 74, 171 . 41
GP9 3 , 615 . 82
W22 128, 635 . 82
RS22 337 . 50
Mr. Stephen J. Bandoian was present and addressed the Board
requesting a Class II Auto Dealers License. He was asked several
questions by the Board. He said that he planned to have 15-25 cars
for sale at a time. Some will be inside and some will be on the
lot. He said if any of the cars need to be repaired, he will see
that it is done elsewhere as he is not in the business of repairing
cars, only selling them. The Board asked if he would consider
limiting the amount of cars to 15 and he said that his lot was too
big and he really would prefer to have 25 . The Board asked if 20
would be agreeable, and Mr. Bandoian said "yes, he would go along
with the 20 figure. The Board passed a unanimous motion to grant
him the license on the condition that a letter is written to the
Board and the Building Inspector saying that he understands that
the lot may be used for sales only, and that there is a limit of
20 cars at this time. Also that he understands that the repairing
of cars is not a permitted use on that lot and any repairs that have
to be done will be done at another location. Mr. Bandoian agreed
to do this and the matter will be taken up again on December 22nd
the next Selectmen' s meeting.
Regarding license fees, the Town Clerk brought to the Board' s
�s
attention that it her recommendation that license fees be raised
to bring them in line with other towns in the area. She recommended
that Class #1 Licenses (New Cars) should be $100 . 00 ; Class II
(Used Cars) should be $75 . 00, and Class III (Junk Cars) should be
$100 . 00 . The Board accepted the Clerk' s recommendation and unanimously
voted to increase the present fees as stated (Effective January lst) .
Mr. and Mrs . - Paul DeStefano, owners of the Beachcomber Restaurant
at Plum Island were present. They have been denied a liquor license
renewal because they missed the town' s deadline to reapply for a
liquor license. Mr. DeStefano stated that he never received any
request for the affidavit from the Town Clerk, however, the Clerk
said that she sent it out to him. Mr. DeStefano said that he had
spoken to a State Official who said that he would waive the re-
application requirement if the Selectmen approve. Chairman Machiros
said that the Board would do so if the State Official sends a letter
saying such action would be legal . Mr. DeStefano said that he would
pick up the letter from Boston today.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) December 8, 1987
At 8 : 00 p.m. bids for road materials were opened. Bids were
received from Barco, Inc. and Penn Culvert Company. Upon a unanimous
vote of the Board, the bids were taken under advisement and the
Highway Supt. was asked for his recommendation.
A letter was received from Daniel P. Gaynor, d/b/a Surfcaster' s
Galley, 2 Northern Boulevard, Plum Island, regarding recent allega-
tions and complaints made against him by his abutter Mr. L. Donald
Phillips. The letter was read by Selectman Adams:°and by a unanimous
vote of the Board, it was accepted as read. The matter will be
directed to the Board of Health Agent James A. Lowe, and we will
request a letter of response from him. The letter is on file in the
Selectmen' s Office.
Upon Chief Merry' s recommendation and after careful consideration
the Board unanimously appointed Richard Heath as a full time police
dispatcher.
. A motion was unanimously passed to re-open the matter concern-
ing the Road Material bids . Upon the recommendation of Highway Supt.
Philip Osgood, bids were awarded to both Penn Culvertand Barco,
Inc.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
DECEMBER 10, 1987
The Selectmen met a 8 : 00 p.m. Chairman Machiros and Selectmen
Adams and Tevald were present.
Chairman Machiros opened the meeting. The first business to come
before the Board was the matter of the Seabrook Evacuation Plan. The
Attorney General is asking for the participation of the Communities
within the emergency planning zone to join with him in filing a lawsuit
against the joint owners of Seabrook Station. By a unanimous decision
the Board voted to join the Attorney General in litigation regarding
the Seabrook Power Plant, as that would mean less cost to the Community
and would also mean a much stronger case for the Attorney General .
Chairman Machiros stated that if there was no other business to
come before the Board he would entertain a motion to go into Executive
Session with respect to litigation with Byfield Snuff. By a roll call
vote, Selectman Adams seconded the motion and Selectman Tevald made it
unanimous . Chairman Machiros stated that the Board would not reconvene
after the executive session.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
f
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
DECEMBER 22, 1987
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 8, 1987 W23 42, 606 . 06
P24 26, 948 . 11
RS23 244 . 25
W5 (Sp. Rev. ) 1 , 408 . 30
December 15., 1987 WP25 58, 509 . 05
RS24 8, 594 . 17
WG9 (COA) 85 . 82
GP10 3 , 625 . 82
A letter was received from Stephen J. Bandoian, regarding the
Class II License for Offshore Concepts Corp. , 84 Newburyport Turnpike
in Newbury. The letter assured the Board that the lot shall be used
for sales only on a limit of twenty used cars . Also, that there will
be no repairs done at that location. With that assurance, the Selectmen
unanimously granted the license, and a motion was unanimously passed
to enter the letter into the minutes .
Richard Passeri and Whit Kimball were present with reference to
the School Building Committee of which they are members . Selectman
Tevald is also a member of the Committee. Mr. Passeri, in a letter
addressed to the Board, stated that the Committee. has been meeting on
a regular basis and they have set the selection of a consultant as
their first objective. Out of eleven proposals, the choice was narrowed
to three - recommended by the Committee- Drummey Rosane Anderson, Inc. ,
A. Anthony Tappe & Associates, Inc. , and Todd Lee/FR Clark Associates,
Inc. The Board was in complete agreement that Mr. Passeri and his
committee are doing a great job so far, and at this point, Selectman
Tevald made a motion that the .Board of Selectmen give the School
Building Committee authority to make decisions without first consulting
with the Board of Selectmen, only as a way to save time all around,
but with the stipulation that the Selectmen will be made aware of
all decisions so that they can keep abreast of all activities . The
Board unanimously voted to accept Selectman Tevald' s recommendation
and the motion was passed. The Board also voted unanimously to accept
the School Building Committee ' s recommendation of the three afore-
mentioned consultants and the Committee was given the unanimous approval
of the Board to enter into the necessary agreements when the final
selection is made for a consultant.
A letter was received and read from Board of Health Agent James
A. Lowe, regarding the complaint by L. Donald Phillips against Daniel
Gaynor, owner of Surfcaster' s Galley. Mr. Lowe stated in his letter
that Mr. Gaynor had called him the day before Phillips ' complaint,
to report that his water system was frozen, and requested permission
to repair it, which Mr. Lowe granted. On inspection, Mr. Lowe stated
that he found that Mr. Gaynor had repaired his system, nothing more.
(Mr. Phillips complained that Mr. Gaynor was relocating his well . )
The Chairman announced that a check has been received from the
State for Disaster Relief (Plum Island Clean-Up) in the sum of
$34, 374 . 00 . It was noted that. the check arrived on December 8th
and was deposited directly into the Bank.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) December 22, 1987
A letter of complaint was received from Mrs. Sylvia Warner,
4 Davoli Way, Plum Island, Newbury. mrs. Warner also attended the
meeting. In addressing the Board she complained that her neighbor
Wayne Goodwin, 78 Old Point Road, has a wood burning stove, and the
smoke from her chimney fills her house with smoke. She asked if the
Board could advise her about the situation as she feels that the
chimney is too close to her property and she would say that it was
about twenty feet away. A motion was unanimously passed that the
Building Inspector shall go down and make an investigation and report
back to the Board at our next meeting.
The Harbor Commission will attend the next Selectmen' s meeting
and any problems that the Commission members wish to discuss will be
heard at that time.
The meeting adjourned at 9 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
January 12, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 22, 1987 W25 65, 450 . 66
WG10 2,625 . 32
P26 17 , 071 . 59
RS25 8, 699 . 17
December 29, 1987 WP27 37 , 930 . 03
RS26 187 . 50
Gll (COA) 249 . 83
GPll 22, 101 . 82
Mr. Wayne Goodwin, who resides on Old Point Road, Plum Island,
attended the meeting, with reference to the recent smoke complaint
of his neighbor, Sylvia Warner. Mr. Goodwin said that he burns wood
in his stove and uses it for heat as well as cooking. He added that
when it is windy outside, the smoke from his chimney will blow toward
Mrs. Warner' s home but he did not feel that it was the fault of the
chimney height, he just couldn' t control the way the wind blew.
Investigations have been made by the Building Department and it was
established that the distance between the two houses in question was
at least 50 feet. The Board discussed the situation to some extent
and felt that the problem was being caused by the way the wind was
blowing at the time, and there was no way to stop the smoke from
drifting toward Mrs . Warner' s property.
In other business Richard Passeri, Chairman of the School Building
Committee was present at the meeting. Upon Mr. Passeri ' s recommendation,
the Board unanimously gave the Committee permission to enter into a
contract with Drummey, Rosane, Anderson, Inc. , a school evaluation
consultant. Mr. Passeri said that for $40, 000 . 00 the Newton Center
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) January 1.2 , 1988
Firm will evaluate school activities, and assist in development of
long-term programs and their space needs. The Firm will also evaluate
the expansion of facilities or the construction of a new school . Mr.
Passeri said that the Town Meeting had authorized the expenditure of
$50, 000 . 00, and the remainder would be used for contingency expenses,
including the printing of informational booklets for residents . Mr.
Passeri said that he estimated that it would take three to six months to
complete the project. He said that he will prepare a contract this week
for Town Counsel ' s review. The Committee will begin preliminary meetings
with the design consultants this week.
The Harbor Commission attended the meeting and discussed with
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt and the other Commission members the subject
of either repairing the boat the town now owns or to purchase a new one.
It was suggested and agreed upon that the Harbor Commissioners will
bring in their recommendations as well as definite figures to the next
meeting so that the Board may act as quickly as possible in making a
final decision one way or another.
The subject of the removal of the Siren Poles in the town was
brought up for discussion. Public Service of New Hampshire, in a
recent communication to the Board made the following offer. "Because we
believe that the sirens could continue to provide local Civil Defense
authorities with an effective means of notifying residents of emergencies
not related to Seabrook, we are extending to the Town of Newbury the
following offer: New Hampshire Yankee will give the sirens and poles
to the Town of Newbury. " The Board unanimously denied the offer and
will instruct Town Counsel to advise as to the correct procedure in
advertizing for bids for the removal of seven poles with its related
Sirens and removal of Poles only. Including delivery of poles, and/or
sirens to Public Service Company of New Hampshire Seabrook Station by
January 31 , 1988 . Bids will be publicly opened at the next selectmen' s
meeting January 26th at 7 :30 p.m.
At the next meeting, the subject of the proposed transfer of the
Cable Television License from American Cablesystems Corporation to
Continental Cablevision, Inc. will be discussed.
A letter or resignation was received from James Stone, who was
a member of the Historical Commission. The resignation was accepted
by the Board with regret.
A second letter of resignation was received from Raymond E. Mills,
who was a member of the Personnel Board.. The resignation was accepted
by the Board with regret.
At 8 :30 p.m. Chairman Machiros asked if there was any further town
business to come before the Board this evening. No one in the audience
had any further business to discuss. Chairman Machiros then asked for
a motion to go into Executive Session with respect to litigation with
the Police Department. Selectman Adams made the motion and by a roll
call vote, Selectman Tevald seconded the motion and Chairman Machiros
made it unanimous and stated that the Board would not reconvene after
the Executive Session.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JANUARY 26, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Joseph S. Tevald was present.
Selectman Alan I . Adams was not present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
January 5th W27 148, 267 .75
P28 15, 469 . 30
RS27 187 . 50
SR6 1 , 379 . 80
January 12th RS28 201 . 00
GP12 3 , 475 . 82
WP29 63 , 886 . 64
Vendor W28 37 , 364 . 85
GW12 (COA) 25 . 00
The Warner-Goodwin smoke problem was again addressed. Bldg.
Inspector David S. Caldwell stated to the Board that since December
31st, the Building Department was visited the site of Mr. Goodwin
at least 4 times at the corner of Davoli Way and Old Point Road, and
observed the smoke. Mr. Caldwell said that he would make a final
recommendation: That Mr. Goodwin add at least one length to make the
total height of the chimney in compliance with the State Building
Code which requires a minimum of three feet above the peak of the roof.
The Harbor Commission once again attended the meeting, together
with the Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt. The Chairman stated to the
commission that in order to save a lot of time, he asked if they were
prepared to present the Board with their recommendation and were they
also prepared to present definite figures to go with their recommenda-
tions. The Commission was in favor of getting a new boat and the one
that they had in mind, at a cost of $16, 000 . 00, could be added onto if
there was additional equipment that they desired in the future. They
said that they felt that the current boat that the town has could be
sold at an approximate figure of $2, 000 . 00 so the new boat would be
$14, 000 . 00, instead of $16, 000 . 00 . Their second recommendation would
be to have the present boat repaired at an approximate cost of $8, 000 . 00 .
That would be repairing the trailer, put in a new transcom, new seals
consoles and also included in that figure is $1, 000 to professionally
paint the boat. The Harbor Commission said that they will be bringing
in a set of specs in the very near future so that we can perhaps
address the subject again at the next Selectmen' s meeting.
At this point, Mrs . Sylvia Warner came into the Hall and addressed
the Board about the smoke problem she is having with Wayne Goodwin' s
chimney. She said that she felt that every department in the town has
shirked their duty and nothing has been done to alleviate what she
feels is a very serious health problem. Chairman Machiros said that
he personally went to the site after Mrs . Warner had called him and
requested the same. He added that he had talked .with all of the
department heads involved. He said that Mr. Goodwin had complied with
rules and regulations and it was the feeling of all the departments
that it just was impossible to control the way the wind carried the
smoke away from Mr. Goodwin' s chimney. She was advised that Mr.
Caldwell had addressed the subject earlier before she arrived and
she was advised that if she cared to speak with him about his findings
she could speak with him in his office. She said that she would go
in and speak with Mr. Caldwell as suggested.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) January 26, 1988
At 7 : 50 p.m. a pole hearing was held on petition of New England
Telephone & Telegraph Company and Mass. Electric Company, petition
#612 dated December 15, 1987 , to relocate pole 96/4 on Temple Blvd.
16 ' West. This is adjacent to property owned by Richard & Carolyn
Leahy. No one spoke in favor and there was no opposition voiced. A
motion was unanimously passed to close the hearing. The hearing was
reopened and permission was unanimously granted.
Selectmen unanimously granted New England Telephone & Telegraph
Company to maintain under the surface of the public way or ways, more
particularly described as Courser Brook Drive, buried cables, manholes
handholes and pedestals, with the wires and cables therein markers
and other fixtures which were being maintained in and under Courser
Brook Drive at the time of its acceptance as a private way or as
requested in petition of said Company dated the 19th day of January,
1988. The Board also granted said Company permission to place and
maintain underground laterals, manholes, handholes, pedestals,
cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the
purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as it
may desire for distributing purposes . Stipulations regarding the
permission given, are on file under New England Tel & Tel in the
Selectmen' s Office.
The Board received and opened bids for the removal of seven
poles with its related Sirens and removal of Poles only. Bids were
received from Valley . Tree Service in Groveland, The Ryan Company,
Rockland, Mass. , and Edward A. Boyle, 52 Cottage Road, in Newbury.
All bids were taken under advisement by the Board.
The next order of business was the transfer of the Town' s Cable
Television License from American Cablesystems to Continental Cable-
systems last year. Cable Officials, Mr. Leonard Tammaro and Mr. Frank
Anthony were present, together with Mr. Joseph Stone, who spoke in
favor of the transfer. Cable Officials assured the Board that sub-
scribers will see no difference in their service. Chairman Machiros
stated that subscribers in town have been very satisfied with the
service they have received from American Cablesystems and he was
pleased that Mr. Tammaro and Mr. Anthony were able to give us such
assurance. Mr. Thomas Rankin, who resides at 11 Pearson Drive, was
in attendance, and spoke in favor of Continental Cablevision. He
said that he had been a previous resident of Beverly and had become
acquainted with Continental in that area. He had nothing but praise
for the Company. The hearing was closed and the matter was taken
under advisement.
Chief Merry was in attendance and brought up the subject of
establishing a school zone in the vicinity of Governor Dummer Academy
which stemmed from a request from Mr. Champoux of Gov. Dummer. He
said that the State DPW says that if the Academy does not have a
class under Grade 9 (and the Academy has not) , it cannot be classified
as a School Zone. However, he said, signs can be erected that would
aid in the safety factor of the area if this was agreeable with the
Board, and he added that the Highway Supt. , Mr. Champoux and the
State DPW could meet and decide on just what signs would be best for
the area. This was agreeable with the Board.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) January 26, 1988
At this point, Selectman Tevald made a motion to re-open the
Cable Hearing and grant the transfer of license from American Cable
to Continental Cable. The motion was seconded by the Chairman who
said, "I concur with this motion, but until the return of Selectman
Adams, we will hold this matter in abeyance. "
In other business, a license was granted to Robert P. Kimball,
d/b/a Mr. K' s Ice Cream Mobil Unit within the town. It was noted
in the records that we did send Mr. Kimball a copy of the 300
foot requirement, and he was invited to apply for a renewal of his
license.
Governor Dummer was granted a one day liquor license for
March lst for their alumni dinner.
Resignations were received from Nina Colby, as Warden of
Precinct 2, and from Raymond Mills, who served on the Personnel Board.
Both resignations were accepted with deep regret as both had served
the Town well, and their services will be missed.
Mr. Richard Cunningham was in attendance, and addressed the
Board, saying that he was there with a request from his daughter-
in-law, who said that a street light has gone missing from the area
where she lives on Scotland Road. He said that he will furnish us
with the pole number, so that we may look into it further.
The meeting adjourned at 9 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
February 9, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
January 19, 1988 W29 33 , 177 . 94
P30 15, 925 . 16
RS29 8, 526 . 67
January 26, 1988 WP31 59, 856 . 48 •
GP13 5, 210 . 82
W30 21 , 865 . 64
RS30 1 , 117 . 50
February 2, 1988 W31 170, 071 . 18
P32 16, 579 . 16
RS31 187 . 50
SP8 1 , 379 . 80
It was noted. in the records that Selectman Adams has returned
from vacation and has signed the Cable Contract with Continental
Cablevision, and. they will be picking up the Contract.
Mr_ . Michael Papera, together with his attorney, Dennis Cronin,
were present at the meeting. Mr. Papera, who lives at 43 Middle Road
wishes to upgrade Sled Road, which runs from U. S. Rt. #1 Westerly,
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Selectmen' s .Meeting (Continued.) February 9, 1988
and intersects with Middle Road. Mr. Papera stated that he was
not sure what the extent of the repairs will be, adding, that he has
no plans for development on the road. Upon checking with Town
Counsel , the Board was advised that they have jurisdiction over town
ways and may order specific repairs to be made upon such ways in
accordance with General Laws, C. 82 : 21 and 84 :7 . The Board accepted
Mr. Papera' s offer upon the following conditions : There is to be no
alteration, relocation or discontinuance of the way and before any
work is done he shall concur with the Planning Board, the Conservation
Commission, and the Highway Supt. , and shall obtain any other
Board' s input that may be required for Mr. Papera to reach his
objective. Mr. Papera and his attorney were advised that there is
no guarantee as to what the outcome will be in regard to the Planning
Board. They were also advised that at the time that any work is being
done, the Highway Supt. , or a delegate from the town, as well as a
County Engineer must be present. A motion was unanimously passed to
grant Mr. Papera permission to proceed (with the definite under-
sta.ndinq that there will be absolutely no expense to the town, and
also that the road' s layout and bonding must conform to town standards) .
Both Mr. Papera and his attorney agreed with these stipulations, and
gave the Board their assurance that they will work closely with all
of the people aforementioned.
in other business, a letter was received from Mrs . Mary Barton
in which she stated, that she and her brother, Dr. Storer P. Humphreys,
were transferring to the Trustees of Reservations the following
described land:
1 . Newman Road, West End of Oldtown Hill, twenty and two
hundredths acres on Newman Road. Assessor' s Map R26-1 .
2 . Pasture back of Little Old. Town Hill , to which is a right-
of-way through Emery pane over land of Walter Goodman and
Cedric Little, Twelve . Acres . Assessor' s MaD R26-25 .
3 . Lower Field off Cottage Road to which there is a .right-of-
way through Evergreen Cemetery Four, Four and 86/100 Acres.
Assessor' s MaD R11-17B.
4 . Lower Pasture off Cottage Road to which there is a right-
of-way through Evergreen Cemetery. Fifteen. and. 90/100 Acres .
Assessor' s Map R11-17C.
All measurements are more or less.
Mrs. Barton said in her letter that she and her brother hoped
that the above descriptions will help us to identify the land, and
they hoped that generations to come will enjoy it. A letter will
be sent in acknowledgement of this most generous gift.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) February 9, 1988
The Board granted a parking lot permit to Michael Villane
on Lot U2-115, at 26 Plum Island Blvd. , with the following stipula-
tion: "Entrance and Exit shall be on Plum Island Blvd. only and
Annapolis Way is not to be used as an entrance to, or an exit from,
this parking lot. "
The Board granted. a Parking Lot permit to Chandler Grinnell/
Jack McKallagat, at 52 Northern Blvd.. , Lot U3-188 .
Chairman Machiros stated that if there was no other business
to come before the Board, he would entertain a motion to go into
Executive Session with respect to Collective Bargaining. By a
roll call vote, Selectman Adams seconded the motion and Selectman
Tevald made it unanimous. Chairman Machiros stated that the Board
would not reconvene after the executive session.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
February 23 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 9, 1988 W32 157 , 101 . 42
P33 59, 521 . 04
RS32 194 . 25
GW13 (COA) 105 . 25
GP14 3, 653 .32
SRW9 28 . 93
February 16, 1988 W33 33 , 436 . 33
P34 15, 785 . 49
RS33 187 . 50
GW14 (COA) 57 . 45
SRW10 30 . 00
Members of the Planning Board were present and discussed with
the Board amendments to the Town' s zoning by-law. In a letter to
the Board they said that among the amendments are ones that- would
set a building height limitation and define residence. Another
would increase the minimum lot size required for a two-family
structure. The intent is to provide adequate area for water/septic
systems . There is also one amendment that would not allow more than
20% of a minimum size lot to be occupied by wetlands . The letter
added that this would help to assure adequate area for septic systems
and helps to prevent pollution of the wetlands. Planning Board members
said that they are looking to increase the minimum lot size requirement
for duplexes or two family houses, which is now the same as the re-
quirement for single family homes . Also they want town meeting to
approve a. by-law stating that no more than 20 percent .of a one-acre
house lot can be wetlands. They also told that Board that these by-
laws would assure that septic systems are not installed on marginal
land. House lots must now be a minimum of one acre, or 40, 000 square
feet, to build either type of home. The Planning Board said they want
to two acres, or 80, 000 square feet, for two-family homes that are not
using public water or sewers, and 60, 000 square feet for those that are.
Selectmen' s meeting (continued) February 23 , 1988
The second by-law would protect the town from coping with septic
systems on land that cannot maintain them. Member Steven Moore said that
it would make sure that the lot had a specific amount of buildable land.
The Selectmen unanimously agreed to take the matter under advisement.
In other business a letter of thanks was sent to Dr. Storer
Humphreys and his sister Mary Barton for their generous gift of land to
the town as described in the minutes of last Selectmen' s meeting.
Permission was granted the Christian Education Committee of the
First Parish Church to hold a church service and picnic on the Green on
Sunday, May 22nd. Permission was granted with the stipulation that Mrs .
Paula Chase who is the person in charge will be personally responsible
for seeing that no trash is left in the barrels, but removed from the
Green and no trash is to be left overnite.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
March 8, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 23 , 1988 W34 152, 111 . 37
RS34 8, 594 . 17
P35 60, 742 . 80
GP15 3 . 939 . 02
Police Chief Merry addressed the Board. He said that he has
concerns about a proposed legislation which was defeated last year
but has a lot of support, and in his opinion, will eventually become
law. The bill would require that Reserve Officers attend a 12 week
training session at the Police Academy in order that they become full
time officers . That will mean that the Reserves will have to take a
twelve week vacation from their full time jobs for the sake of their
part time jobs. Even though this will result in better trained
officers, financially, can we afford to train all these Reserves - we
have 18 of them. This bill will impose a definite financial burden
on small towns. The Chief said that he would be forced to replace the
18 Reserves with 5 or 6 full time officers and that would be expensive.
Even now, the Reserves are required to keep up with a variety of train-
ing programs - CPR training, firearm training and training in the use
of equipment, and these training programs add up to a significant time
commitment for many Reserves . However the training is critical because
we have to have officers out there that know what they are doing -
Newbury is growing - and drugs are a major problem. The Selectmen
asked the Chief if he would prepare something in writing for the next
meeting that will tell just how we stand at this time. The Chief said
that April would be better and by that time he will have had time to
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 8, 1988
draft an immediate and long range restructuring plan that will help
the town to cope with the increasing costs of law enforcement.
A bid was received on an aluminum boat which will be used by
the Harbormaster in checking moorings, speed limits and safe boating
habits. The bid was received from Winninghoff Boats, Inc. , in Rowley
Mass. in the sum of $13 , 210 . 00 . The Selectmen turned the bid over
to Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt and asked him to review it and give
the Board his recommendation before the end of the meeting.
In other business, it was noted that there will be a rabies
clinic at the Town Hall on March 30, at four to six p.m.
There will be a public hearing on March 22nd at 8 : 00 p.m. on
the application of Daniel P. Gaynor of Newbury, for a seasonal license
to sell wine and malt beverages as a Common Victualer at Plum Island
Beach Co. , 2 Northern Blvd. , Plum Island.
Clamming Regulations for 1988 were read and unanimously accepted
by the Board.
1 Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt addressed the Board and recommended
that the bid from Winninghoff Company be accepted. Mr. Winninghoff
was present and stated that the delivery date would be as close to July
15th as he could make it. The Selectmen asked if he could make it
before that date and he said that due to shortage of help and other
commitments, July 15th was the closest that he could make delivery.
The Board unanimously agreed that if July 15th was the best that he
could do, they would go along with the acceptance of the bid.
Representative Palumbo was present. He said that he has been
assured that the State has notified him that the Town of Newbury will
be receiving its Salt Shed very shortly.
The matter of repairing septic systems was discussed at length
as it now involves the DEQE. The Board feels that the Town should
stick with its common sense approach to septic system problems, and
if a septic system fails, it should be fixed immediately so that
families will not be without water for sewage, bathing and cooking.
Rep. Palumbo agreed and said that he did not think it was fair to
disenfranchise people who are good taxpayers . If local health
officials do not act quickly and mandate immediate repairs to faulty
septic systems, they are running the risk of violating the health
regulation requiring all homes to be fit for human habitation. The
Board agreed that they will continue doing what they have been doing
and intend to issue permits in order that septic systems are repaired
immediately once they fail .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MARCH 22, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present. +
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 1, 1988 W35 64, 993 . 42
P36 16, 037 . 45
RS35 292 . 50
G15 3 , 972 . 95
SR11 1 ,408 .30
March 8, 1988 W36 61 , 169. 96
P37 61 , 169 . 96
RS36 1 , 115 . 40
G16 875 . 00
GP16 1, 306 . 35
Chief Merry addressed the Board. He said that he had a list of
persons to be appointed in compliance with 303-F of the Emergency
Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986, Title III of the
Superfund Amendments and Re-authorization Act of 1986. They have all
agreed to serve on the Planning Committee for the Town of Newbury and
there is to be one member of the Board of Selectmen also. By a
unanimous vote, Chairman Mac hiros was appointed to 'fill this position.
The other members were Roger S. Merry, H. Verne Noyes, III, William
Pearson, Bruce Irving, John Salter, Edwin Sternfelt and Thomas G.
Palumbo, ex-officio. All appointments were unanimously voted.
Mr. David Hall was present and the matter of his moving a barn
from Parker Street to Mr. Hall ' s property at the corner of Highfield
and Middle Road, Newbury, was once again discussed. Mr. Hall stated
that he has all permits necessary and as soon as the State processes
them, he will know more about the exact date the barn will be moved.
He was reminded to work closely with the Police Department and the
Mass DPW and Mr. Hall agreed to this . Persons affected by power outage
due to the moving of the barn will be notified two to three days ahead
of time. A public hearing was held on p g petition of N. E. Tel & Tel
and Mass Electric Company, Petition #611, dated December 9, 1987 , to
locate Pole 2/12z on Middle Road, 157 ' West of Pole 2/12, adjacent to
55 Middle Road owned by Richard Gardella. Paul Daubitz was present
and stated that he was interested to know if there will be a cross-arm
at a suitable point on the pole for Fire, Police, Telephone and
Telegraph signal wires belonging to the municipality and used by it
exclusively for municipal purposes . The representatives from both of
the Utility Companies answers that they were almost sure that this was
possible and will forward a letter to the Board confirming their
stated opinion. They said that it was their belief that the town could
install a fire alarm cable and a communication cable to be used solely
for municipal use in the prescribed space. This seemed to satisfy any
questions that Mr. Daubitz had, and he stated that he would therefore
have no objections . No one else present had any objections and those
in favor were the representatives of the utility companies . The
hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement. The
hearing resumed and permission was unanimously granted.
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Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 22, 1988
Mr. Daniel Gaynor and his attorney, Michael Early, were present
regarding Mr. Gaynor' s request for a seasonal license to sell wines and
malt beverages as a common victualler at Plum Island Beach Co. , 2 Northern
Blvd. , a two-story wood structure of approximately 2, 000 square feet
with two means of egress and attached deck of approximately 1 , 500 square
feet, with two means of egress . Approximately 60 people attended the
public hearing. Attorney Early addressed the Board, and stated that
the property where Mr. Gaynor runs a take-out stand has been commer-
cially related as far back as the turn of the century when the Plum
Island Dance Pavilion was there, and not too many years ago Gene Palumbo
bought the property and still holds a mortgage on it. The last few
years Mr. Gaynor has run a take-out stand at 2 Northern Blvd. , and
has made renovations that have made the stand quite an attraction in
the area that has enhanced that particular location. He went on
to say that Mr. Gaynor has run a very well managed establishment in
the past and will certainly continue to do so in the future when he
plans to operate a sit-down restaurant where people can come and
enjoy a glass of wine or beer along with their meal . He said that
Mr. Gaynor understands that no alcoholic beverages are allowed on the
beach itself and therefore the deck will be closed off so no one will
be able to exit the deck onto the beach. He stated that he realized
that some people in attendance might have questions and he wanted to
assure them that on behalf of his client he would be agreeable to any
reasonable requests that fall within the confines of the Mass .
General Laws. Mr. Proli, of 33rd Street spoke at length in opposition
to a beer and wine license. His main objection was that there are
enough places that sell liquor on the Island as it is, and another
license could turn the Island into another Salisbury Beach. Mr.
Donald Phillips was next to speak. He said that back in 1951 he
purchased his office building from Tom Palumbo ' s uncle, and that was
37 years ago. Well, a storm took the skating rink and left a small
stand. Last year Dan came to the town of Newbury and asked the
town for permission to put this deck on. He got permission to put
on a deck. Not too long ago a loud party was going on at Dan' s place.
The police came down at 9 :30 and the party broke up. There were
bodies all over the place. I rent my house- up over my office. From
time to time they have said to me, "look, I got woke up at 2 to 3
o ' clock in the morning. " There ' s been a parked car for four years
behind my house and the car belongs to Gayno:r'sl,friend,'.i`a, Sta.te( '.` !_,
Trooper. I saw Dan Gaynor .speaking to Gary Machiros. The car dis-
appeared, then it 'came back. I think what we need is .a' Master' Rlan
of Plum Island. I would like to see the Selectmen use their discretion.
i
I would like to put up a recreation building. He said that he was
in opposition to another liquor license because he was of the opinion
that we don' t need another Salisbury Beach with all its down-grading
and its problems of policing. He said that the location in question
has traditionally been a take out food stand and is not appropriate
for a sit-down restaurant. Mrs . Margaret Stokes of 4th Street said
that as a teacher in the town of Newbury, she teaches health, and
part of the course that she teaches about health is "say no to
alcohol , say no to drugs . " She added, " I think that if the Selectmen
grant this license, we are giving the children a message that "This
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 22, 1988
is ok" . We have the Sportsmen' s, Mr. Moe ' s Package Store, the
Beachcomber, Dick' s Variety, and now we give them a fifth place.
This is a mixed message as far as I am concerned. I have been on
the Island since 1956, and every summer when I go down to the beach,
I see many of my students there in that area. I hope that the
selectmen will consider that, as it is very important. Brendan Stokes
also spoke in opposition saying that his wife and he are trying to
raise a family. I feel that this is a back door attempt to get a full
liquor license. That spot was first a clam shack, then a family dwelling
and now a hugh deck, I don' t know who they are kidding - "no exit from
the deck" . The noise level alone, I have to work every day and I get
up at 6 : 00 a.m. Then there' s the water problem - 200 people using the
toilet, that issue alone should be enough to shut it down before it
even gets started. Quite a few of the residents have children, and
therefore couldn' t be here tonite, but they are concerned about the
increase in their taxes, because there will be an increase in police
protection down there. Mr. Paul Daubitz said that he fully agreed with
Mr. Stokes ' objections. Mrs. Elaine Byrne was present. She said "I
am the acting Chairman of the Conservation Commission, and I speak in
behalf of that Commission. She went on to say that the stand should
not be enclosed, liquor should not be sold; there are no men' s and
ladies ' rooms, or handicapped access . We are creating the opening of
a can of worms, and, she stated that she is acting chairman of the
Conservation Commission and he does not have the proper permits and
that the deck is illegal . As far as adding any bathrooms, the
additional customers attracted by the liquor would put a strain on
Plum Island' s water supply. I don' t see how this can happen until we
bring water to the Island. Mr. Michael Canty, Southern Blvd. , spoke
in opposition saying that it seemed to him that people from off the
Island are going to be attracted to the area because of the liquor
being sold there, and that meant problems as far as traffic went -
that is a very bad corner. Attorney Early spoke and said that he
appreciated the concerns that the people have, however a building
permit was obtained for the deck and relative to the septic system,
do not think that there will be that much increase in the business .
Plum Island is a good beach even though there are places where there
is drinking. I do not think that Mr. Gaynor will allow any trouble
to occur and will see that the restaurant is closely monitored as far
as the drinking is concerned. Chief Merry said that he didn' t see any
problems, if the place has the supervision that Mr. Gaynor says that
it will have. He said that he could not predict that we will have to
put on two or three more men. The control has to be in-house and how
the owner runs it. I would oppose the possibility of people going
down on the beach with liquor, but it is all according to how well the
place is run. It needs good solid management and good solid police
power. Mr. Pat Mahoney spoke in favor, stating, you can require him
to close at 9 : 00 p.m. and if there are violations, just pull his
license any time you want. Mr. John Hartnett spoke in favor of Mr.
Gaynor obtaining a beer and wine license. I think that he has a
right to do what he wants on his own property. Jane Harris, Sunset
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 22, 1988
Drive spoke in favor. Mrs . Ann Syrene also spoke in favor. Mr.
Langis from Plum Island spoke in favor of the license with
limitations such as a 9 : 00 o' clock closing time. A count of hands was
taken. Approximately 40 in favor and 21-25 against.
Mr. Early spoke again and said that Mr. Gaynor himself will be
the on-site manager. There will be no noise and there will be no music.
It will be printed on the menu "No liquor on beach" , and there will be
supervision to make sure of this. There will be no outside music.
Selectman Tevald said that he would like to see that beer and wine will
only be served with meals to be eaten on the premises only. Selectman
Adams stated that his main concern was the opening and closing hours.
Selectman Adams made a motion to close the hearing and Selectman
Tevald seconded the motion. It was unanimously voted to close the
hearing and to visit the location for inspection of the premises to
give us the opportunity to address some of the concerns that were
voiced by the people present at this evening' ^ hearing and to also
address concerns that the Board may have. It was the decision of the
Board that we would be ready to make a final decision by the next
meeting April 12th.
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
April 12, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened -the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 15, 1988 W37 34, 833 . 23`'
P38 15,793 . 94
RS37 8, 594 . 17
March 22, 1988 W38 49,928 .76
P39 58, 614 . 57
RS38 187 . 50
G17 2, 518 . 54
GP17 5, 767 . 67
The following peti-,-ion was presented to the Board J�or• their
attention:
We, the undersigned, taxpayers and residents of Greentree Lane,
Longbirook Road and Coleman Road are seriously concerned with the condition of these
streets. We understand that a sub-division in this area is being
reviewed. Please take into consideration what effect large construction
vehicles may have on these already dilapidated streets . Whether or not
the subdivision becomes a reality, we urge you to make the rebuilding of
Greentree Lane and Longbrook Road a high priority.
This petition was signed by residents of Greentree Lane, Coleman
Road and Longbrook Road. Parents are concerned about their children
walking to Triton as conditions are not good and the traffic is fast
moving along that area. They said that there should be a cross walk
because it is such a dangerous area. Selectman Tevald stated that he is
very familiar with the area and the concerns that the people have are
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 12, 1988
well founded. Chairman Machiros addressed Chief Merry and asked if he
had a suggestion as to the best procedure for that particular area.
Chief Merry said that as far as the speed limit, he did not know of any
posted speed limit signs in that area, and it takes a small act of
Congress to get a speed limit established. Chairman Machiros said that
he was inclined to agree with the Chief, inasmuch as it has been almost
a year that he has been trying to get the speed limit changed to 10 MPH
on Plum Island side streets, and Rep. Palumbo is still working on it.
It was noted that Coleman Road is heavily travelled and is not just
any side street. Selectman Tevald said that he lives one quarter mile
away and he totally agreed that something sould be done. Chief Merry
said he could try to get a 30 MPH speed limit for that area. I would
call it thickly settled, and 30 MPH would be a safe speed, but it is all
up to the people in Boston to decide. You can establish a speed of
30-35 MPH, but it has to .be strictly enforced. We will certainly be
doing our best to enforce the 30 MPH speed limit. Drainage problems
were also addressed for that area. Selectman Tevald said that he would
like to see some real serious dialogue with the developer. The Board
felt that they will have to be somewhat committed to upgrading those
roads, as they are not going to be able to withstand the usage that is
expected during the sub-division, there just isn' t room for two trucks
to pass on those roads . Mr. Thurlow from the Planning Board was present
and stated that there has not been a hearing yet, but the developer has
offered to widen the pavement. Mr. Phillip Gallant addressed the
Board and said that he would like to see attention focused on Longbrook
Road. He said that substandard conditions exist there and the road needs
attention every 3 - 4 years. He said when a new home goes in, it causes
all kinds of havoc, the road is all broken up and the pot holes add to
the danger. The Board will look into correcting the problems that were
discussed as soon as they possibly can.
A public hearing was held on petition of Mass Electric Company,
Petition #615, dated March 3 , 1988 to locate pole 80/32 on Anchor Way
adjacent to property owned by Peter W. Franklin. There was no opposition
voiced. A representative of the utility company spoke in favor. The
hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement. The hearing
resumed and permission was unanimously granted.
A public hearing was held on petition of Mass Electric Company,
petition #616 dated March 3 , 1988, to locate Pole 65/102 on Highfield
Road, 95 ' West of Pole 11, adjacent to the Merrimack Valley Beagle Club
and NE Power Company line. There was no opposition voiced. A representa-
tive of the utility company spoke in favor. The hearing was closed and
the matter was taken under advisement. The hearing resumed and per-
mission was unanimously granted by the Board.
The matter of issuing a license to sell beer and wine to. Plum Island
Beach Co. was once again addressed. Mr. John Stokes was at the meeting
and presented a petition to the Board signed by over 100 residents asking
the Selectmen not to issue the license. On March 27th the Board met
with Dan Gaynor, the owner, at 2 Northern Blvd. , Plum Island. The
following conditions and restrictions were agreed to at the meeting.
1 . Beer or Wine to be sold with purchase of food ONLY.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 12, 1988
2 . Closing time to be 9 :30 p.m. Opening time yet to be determined.
3 . No loud music on premises.
4 . No bottles on deck.
5 . Message to be printed on menu and signs conspicuously posted,
indicating that no alcoholic beverages are to be removed from
deck area.
6 . A wooden fence at least 4 feet high shall be erected at a
distance of at least 4 feet from the existing side of deck,
continuing around the entire perimeter of the deck.
7 . A second fence shall be erected so as to define a walk-area
around perimeter of deck.
8 . The existing deck rail shall be enclosed with a "lattice work"
material so as to close any opening through which a drink could
be passed.
9 . The existing staircase and access to deck from the municipal
parking lot side shall be closed permanently.
10 . All rest-room facilities shall be upgraded according to State
requirements. This includes handicap accessible facilities to
be added as necessary. Water conservation type toilets .
11 . A net or similar material shall be placed between fence and
existing deck to serve as "buffer" area to prohibit access to
deck.
Attorney Charles Graham was present and addressed the Board with
reference to the granting of the license. He was informed by the Board
that the hearing was closed at the last meeting, and he should be aware
that the hearing would not be re-opened this evening. However, the
Board would offer him the courtesy of hearing any brief comments that
he would wish to make. He said that he represents John Stokes and other
residents who oppose the granting of the license. He said that if Mr.
Gaynor is allowed to serve liquor and food he would be expanding a
non-conforming use which requires a permit from the Zoning Board of
Appeals. Building Inspector David Caldwell, who is the Zoning Enforcing
Officer. said that Gaynor' s proposal does not constitute an expansion,
as the Plum Island Beach Co. , formerly the Surfcaster' s Galley has been
used as a food take-out and/or restaurant for many years. The Board
addressed Mr. Gaynor and asked if the conditions and restrictions listed
were agreeable with him and he stated that he saw no problems
and would abide by the conditions as stated by the Board. He was asked
what time he planned on opening for the day and he said 11 : 00 a.m. He
stated that there would be no loud music and no bottles on the deck;
conservation type lavatories (using minimum water) . He was asked if
he could put a limit on drinks, say three. His attorney stated that
that would be rather difficult to do but Mr. Gaynor said that he would
certainly keep a close eye on his patrons and anyone having too much
to drink would be shut off. Selectman Tevald said that generally
speaking, not many people have more than three drinks with a meal and
Mr. Gaynor agreed. He was reminded again that there is to be no loud
music, inside or outside, no live music, no abusive language and no juke
box. Mr. Gaynor was in agreement. Selectman Adams said that as long
as Mr. Gaynor complies with all of the conditions that we have outlined,
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 12, 1988
he could see no problems and subject to ABC' s approval , he would make a
motion to issue the license. Selectman Tevald seconded the motion and
Chairman Machiros made it unanimous.
In the matter of Jacob Checkoway keeping junk, etc. on his premises
` located on Hanover Street, the Selectmen said that he was given ten days
to cleanup the premises . Five days have elapsed. After five more, if
the premises are not cleaned up, the matter will be turned over to Town
Counsel to handle.
The meeting adjourned at 9 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 26 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Alan I . Adams and Joseph S.
Tevald were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
April 12 , 1988 RS41 1 , 012 . 50
SRW13 28 . 93
W41 46 , 553 . 06
G18 30 . 00
P42 19 , 467 . 53
April 19 , 1988 W42 31 , 885 . 83
RS42 8 , 594 . 17
P43 59 , 429 . 65
G19 80 . 00
GP19 4 , 887 . 67
The Board usually re-organizes the meeting following Town Election.
Selectman Tevald was congratulated by his colleages and by a unanimous
vote, he was appointed as Clerk to serve for the ensuing year. Also
by a unanimous vote, Selectman Machiros was appointed as Chairman and
Selectmen ' s Coordinator to serve for the ensuing year.
The subject of Jacob Checkoway' s property on Hanover Street was
discussed. The Board felt that Mr. Checkoway has made an attempt to
clean up some of the junk that was on his property and it was a unanimous
decision to allow him five more days to see what more he removes, and
the Board will be keeping a close eye on his property to see that he
continues making progress.
The Town of Rowley will be celebrating their 350th anniversary in
1989 and has extended an invitation to Newbury if we wish to take part
in their various activities . The Board was in favor of joining in and
a letter to that effect will be forwarded to the Chairman of their
committee Willard Jewett.
At 8 : 00 p.m. Chairman Machiros asked if there was any further
Town business to come before the Board this evening. No one in the
audience had any further business to discuss. The Chairman then asked
for a motion to go into Executive Session with respect to litigation
with Byfield Snuff Company. Selectman Adams made the motion and by a
roll call vote, Selectman Tevald .seconded the motion and Chairman
Machiros made it unanimous and stated that the Board would not reconvene
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued April 26 , 1988
after the Executive Session.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 10 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
April 26 , 1988 RS43 294 . 08
P44 16, 248 . 27
W43 58 . 868 . 61
G20 3 , 605 . 75
May 3 , 1988 W44 258, 269 . 37
P45 57 , 347 . 92
RS44 187 . 50
GP20 2 , 526 . 17
SR14 1 , 379 . 80
Attorney Perkins , representing Melville A. Pratt, Jr. , landowner,
was present and addressed the Board. He said that his purpose in coming
to the meeting was to inquire if the Selectmen would be agreeable.. to
signing a notice of non-exercise of option with reference to Mr. Pratt ' s
property located on Green Street and Hay Street in Newbury. Attorney
Perkins discussed the matter briefly with the Selectmen, stating that
the Planning Board had signed off on the sub-division plans . The
Selectmen could see no problems, however, by a unanimous decision,
Town Counsel will be contacted before the Notice of Non-Exercise of
Option is signed.
Mr. Byrl Leonard addressed the Board and inquired when a comfort
station at Plum Island will be built. He said that. he understood from
Representative Palumbo that the money had been received as a result of
a grant that the town had applied for. Chairman Machiros said that it
is in the works and as soon as the grant money does in fact come through .
from DEM the station will become a reality.
Attorney Donald Adler addressed the Board with reference to the
recent rejection of the Proposition 2Z over-ride proposal . He was
interested if and when the Selectmen planned to meet with the Finance
Committee and if such meeting will be open to the public. He was
informed that there will be such a meeting within a week ' s time and
it will be open to the public as are all meetings, and he would be
most welcome to attend. He said that he had several questions that he
would like answered and will surely attend the meeting.
Chief Merry addressed the Board and said that he would like to
request that the Board appoint Gregg Frappier and Gary Clifford as
temporary lieutenants , adding that the two men are willing to help
him out when he needed the,and also adding, that he could't be on
duty 24 hours a day. He said both officers are willing to take on
this temporary position at least for now, and still maintain their
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) May 10 , 1988
status . This will be a salaried position. By a unanimous vote of the
Board, the two appointments were made.
A public hearing was held on Petition of New England Telephone
and Telegraph Company and Mass . Electric Company, Petition #613 ,
dated January 19 , 1988 , to locate Pole 17 on Parker Street, 65 ' East
of the Newbury-Newburyport Line adjacent to the Oak Hill Cemetery. T
There was no opposition voiced and Jack Moynahan from Mass. Electric
spoke in favor. A motion was passed to close the hearing and take the
matter under advisement. The hearing resumed and permission was
unanimously granted.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris- Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MAY 17 , 1988
The Selectmen met with the Finance Committee at 7 : 30 p.m. to dis-
cuss what direction they are going in after the vote at the annual town
meeting last month was 979-407 against the Proposition 2Z over-ride.
Bruce Irving addressed the Board and stated that he wished to speak
for the entire Finance Committee and in no way would they sponsor
another over-ride because the voters .have made it clear that they do
not want it. Members of the Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee
both agreed to propose level funding for all town departments . Both
boards were in agreement to meet with School Departments on the 23rd
of May and with all department heads on the 26th of May.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 24 , 1988
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
, May 10 , 1988 W45 34 , 631 . 36
P46 16 , 910 . 95
RS45 213 . 54
W21 30 . 00
SRW 15 28 . 93
May 17 , 1988 W46 38 , 771 . 39
P47 59 , 000 . 44
RS46 8 , 645 . 33
GP21 2 , 567 . 67
SELECTMEN' S MEETING ( CONT'D) May 24 , 1988
The matter of Byfield Snuff Co. vs . the Town of Newbury was the
first business to be taken care of . An agreement concerning the
issuance of a septic permit on the Byfield Snuff property was read
and reviewed by the Board. In part, the agreement stated that "The
action shall be continued for one month for the purpose of pursuing a
settlement. Within that period, Byfield Snuff , or its designee shall
submit a completed application for a disposal works construction permit
for a sub-surface disposal system on the Sawmill parcel . The application
shall propose a re-design of the original system by providing for
periodic dosing . of separate leaching fields . Further, the Board agrees
that it will .in good faith review said application and that it will
not unreasonably withhold its approval ; and the Board agrees that it
shall act upon said application within 14 days after said application
has been submitted to the Board, unless Byfield Snuff agrees to any
extension of time. A statement outlining the agreement was also read
and is attached to the agreement, and this will be on file in the
Selectmen' s office. The agreement contains a stipulation that prohibits
both the Selectmen and Benjamin Pearson (the owner of Byfield Snuff
from making any comment beyond the statement itself . Paul Turbide, the
Engineer representing Mr. Pearson was present at the meeting and pre-
sented a plan of multiple dosing septic systems in detail to the Board.
The Agreement states that if the Board does issue a permit to build the
septic system, Mr. Pearson will offer to sell the Larkin Mill property
to the town for $70 , 000 . 00 . The Town has initiated discussions with the
Commonwealth about funding for the Town to purchase this property. If
as a result of the submission of the new engineering plans , the parties
resolve the dispute as to the Sawmill property, the dispute involving the
Larkin Mill property will be continued for a four month period (and by
extension at the option of the Town of Newbury, up to July 31 , 1989 ) so
that the Town can explore the availability of special grant funding from
the Commonwealth to purchase the Larkin Mill property. If at the end of
this time period, (July 31 , 1989 ) , funds or a commitment of funds to
acquire the Larkin Mill parcel are not provided or committed, either
party may petition the Court for a trial date and the other party shall
assent to said motion. The Agreement was signed by Benjamin Pearson and
the entire Board of Selectmen.
Upon Chief Merry' s recommendation and after careful consideration
of the Board, Michael A. Reilly was appointed as a reserve officer to
June 30 , 1988 .
The Board also unanimously appointed Dr. Charles P. Fogg as Special
Advisor on Education to the Board of Selectmen. Dr. Fogg is a former
School Committee member, and he has been reviewing the school budgets at
the request of the Selectmen.
The Board unanimously agreed to sign the "Non-Exercise of Option" to
purchase property on Hay Street owned by Melville and Ruth Pratt.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 7 , 1988
The matter of Byfield Snuff Co. vs . Town of Newbury was once again
addressed. After reviewing the application for the installation of a
septic system, the Board felt that with the deletion of the following
note, they would be willing to sign the application "System Design
requires a waiver from the requirements of the Newbury Board of Health
regulation B.H. 74-1 . " Benjamin Pearson was present and acknowledged
that he was willing to accept the Board' s decision, and at this point
the application was unanimously signed by the Board of Health. A
settlement was made with reference to the on-going litigation that
has lasted three years .
Upland Development representatives Gary Palardi , Gordon Maisner
and John Nagle were present at the meeting. Mr. Palardi addressed
the board and told of Upland' s plans to clean out the water pipes
from Morgan Avenue (on High Road) to Hay Street where they have received
approval for an 18 unit subdivision on the Pratt Farm parcel on Hay
street. Mr. Palardi asked the Selectmen if they could lend their
support in getting Newburyport Water Department to go along with their
plans . The Selectmen stated that it is not the Town of Newbury' s
system and therefore they would definitely need the City of Newburyport ' s
approval first. Chairman ,Machiros said that he would make a verbal
phone call to Mr. Pritchard at Newburyport Water Works, but it is not
our system. "I am supporting this effort subject to Newburyport ' s
approval and with the documentation that it will not affect the other
takers of water. " The other Selectmen .(Tevald and Adams ) were in
agreement with this. Fire Protection President John Burke, who lives
on High Road, was also at the meeting and explained the seriousness
of the water situation as far as the pressure is concerned. He said
that if the lawn was being watered, no one could take a shower at the
same time, and residents in that area are having their insurance
bills increased, because the town cannot use the hydrants for fighting
fires. Chairman Machiros explained once again that the Board .has told
Upland Development that it has no problem with its plans to improve
the water service, as long as it proves that the residents all along
High Road and residents beyond Hay Street will not be adversely
affected by the changes . Mr. Palardi said that the pipe. cleaning would
cost his firm twenty to twenty five thousand and would take three or
four days and added that his firm would replace any damaged. pipe that
might result from the operation. The Selectmen will meet again with
Mr. Burke at their regular meeting on June 14th and at that time it is
expected that Mr. Burke will again discuss the water pressure problems
that affect that area of town.
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JUNE 14 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I.
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:.
May 24, 1988 W47 61 , 686 . 13
P48 16, 199 . 02
RS47 303 . 75
G22 1 , 338 . 19
May 31 , 1988 W48 118 ,805 . 73
P49 63 , 920 . 53
RS48 191 . 25
GP22 1 , 336 . 82
SR-W16 1 , 379 . 80
A letter of complaint was presented to the Board by Roger H. Thurlow
Deputy Chief of Protection Fire Co. No. #2 . The letter addressed a
problem that the Firemen are having with a faulty alarm system installed
at the Center for Holistic Medicine, 65 Newburyport Turnpike, Newbury.
Mr. Thurlow stated that since June loth of this year, Fire Company #2
has responded to six false alarms at that location. - The letter stated
that .this has been brought to their attention, and they were asked
several times to have the problem remedied. "We are a call Fire Depart-
ment, and it presents a safety problem, not to mention the cost to us
and to the Town. False alarms boost the cost to taxpayers , and burdens
the Fire and Police Departments . Automatic alarm systems are becoming
more used, and this creates a lot of false alarms . It may be to the
Town' s benefit to set a policy to insure proper maintenance of alarm
systems . We would suggest a fine after a set amount of false alarms
per year. " The letter was signed by Chief Michael McDonald and Deputy
Chief Roger H. Thurlow, III . After discussing the situation, the
selectmen felt that the complaint was a legitimate one and unanimously
agreed that the Board of Fire Engineers could meet and propose
regulations to use in such situations .
John Burke, President of Protection Fire Co. No. #1 , attended the
meeting and presented a series of slides showing the fire hydrants along
High Road. He said that every hydrant from Morgan Avenue down to Hay
Street was opened and a . picture was taken of each one showing the
amount of water coming out of each. He said that he couldn't find one
.that didn't run dry after a minute and a half . He said that adding 18
homes from the Pratt Farm subdivision which will be built off Hay and
Green Streets will create an added strain on an already deplorable
system. After a discussion with concerned residents and Mr. Burke,
Chairman Machiros said that in the rear future, the Selectmen will be
meeting with Newburyport Water Department to see just what can be done
to correct the problem. The residents of the affected area were asked
if they could write letters expressing their concerns and they were all
in agreement that they would be willing to do their part, in order to
expedite corrective measures. The matter will be brought up again
after the Board meets with the Water Department.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 14 , 1988
A letter of resignation was received from our Town Accountant
Keith MacNutt. Keith has served the town well for ten years and we
have always enjoyed a good relationship. We will miss both Keith and
his wife Sandy. The letter of resignation was accepted by the Board
with deep regret.
The Board unanimously appointed M. Louise Ziehler as Acting Temporary
Town Accountant, to fill the vacancy caused by Keith' s resignation.
. The meeting adjourned at 9 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 27, 1988
The Selectmen unanimously voted to rescind Article 10 , in the
Town Report which was voted on at the Annual Town Meeting in April of
this year. This has to do with the $79 ,000 . free cash.
The Harbormaster was present and was asked about a marker in
front of Miss Reynolds house on Cottage Road. Selectmen asked if the
marker could be moved, as Miss Reynolds has requested, and Harbormaster
Edwin Sternfelt replied that the Army Corp. of Engineers has to approve
it if it is moved because the marker is there for navigation purposes .
Mr. Sternfelt said "If we move it, we ' ll have problems" .
The subject of when we will get the Harbormaster ' s boat was dis-
cussed and it is indefinite as far as the date is concerned. A rental
was discussed, to fill in until the boat is completed, and this will
be looked into by the Harbormaster and he will report back to us .
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 28, 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 7 , 1988 W49 34 , 281 . 58
P50 16 , 620 . 65
RS49 191 . 25
June 14 , 1988 W50 70., 442 . 6.4
P51 69 , 668 . 86
RS50 11 , 787 . 52
GP23 1 , 674 . 82
SR17 228 . 50
Police Chief Merry was present at the meeting. He addressed the
Board and recommended against re-appointing dispatcher and police officer
Patricia Perley who has been under suspension for more than a month. Her
one year appointment expires June 30 , 1988 . Chairman Machiros said that
police officers are entitled to hearings before the board entertains any
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 28 , 1988
motion for dismissal from the force. The Selectmen scheduled Officer
Perley' s hearing for July 19th at 7 : 30 p.m. The Chief told the Board
that he had tried unsuccessfully to contact Officer Perley before the
meeting this evening. He left a letter and a copy of his investigation
report at her home on June 27th with instructions for her to contact him,
but she did not. In his letter to Officer Perley, he said that he was
not recommending her re-appointment for three reasons. He said that
Officer Perley had filed false time cards during the weeks of February
19-25 and March 3-10 . She had misrepresented the hours worked. She had
filed false reports regarding an investigation into child abuse, and that
report was "unsubstantiated by Court records or other witnesses" . She
disobeyed direct orders in regard to meeting with him.
In other business, after careful consideration, all appointments
were made for the year and are on file for inspection in the office of
the Selectmen.
The term of Board of Health Agent James A. Lowe expires June 30 ,
1988 , and Selectmen Machiros, Tevald and Adams will be serving as Agents
on the Board of Health. Mr. Lowe will be sent a letter of appreciation
for all his time and effort spent over the past number of years as
Board of Health Agent.
Richard Hurst was-appointed Gas:•.Inspector and Gary -Downs and"
Warren Carter will be serving as Assistant Gas Inspectors . Gary Downs
was also appointed as Assistant Plumbing Inspector. The appointments
of Hurst and Downs are new appointments .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 12 , 1988
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. . Selectman Alan Adams was present and
Selectman Tevald was not in attendance.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 21 , 1988 W51 33 , 295 . 93
P52 20 , 97-3 . 93
RS51 1 , 066 . 25
G23 226 . 00
June 28 , 1988 W52 144 , 645 . 46
P53 179 , 843 . 64
RS52 232 . 50
G24 13 , 607 . 49
GP24 1 , 421 . 82
Mrs . Carrie Keville of 44th Street, Plum Island, attended the
meeting with reference to a complaint that she did have against her
neighbor, Dennis Palazzo of 42nd Street. She addressed the Board
and stated that she had had a conversation with Mr. Palazzo who has
been emptying chemicals and waste from his truck out in the street.
Mr. Palazzo runs the V. I .P. Cleaning Systems . The level of the street
Selectmen 's Meeting (Continued) July 12 , 1988
directs this waste material into a very shallow drain located on her
property. The sole purpose of the drain is for the rain water to drain
into, to prevent the flooding of her cellar. Her water point is located
approximately three feet from this drain, and could be contaminated by
these chemicals that are being dumped by Mr. Palazzo. She told the Board
that Palazzo said that he did not know that she felt so strongly about
it and he would not do any more dumping. She said that she was satisfied
with the results of their conversation, and she will notify the Board
if any further dumping does occur. Chairman Machiros said that the
complaint will be entered into the records and the matter will be looked
into to make sure that no further dumping is done.
A group of residents from Cottage Road attended the meeting with
regard to conditions at Parker River. They said that speed regulations
for boats in the Parker River are not being enforced and they asked
the Board for their help. They said that the Harbormaster doesn't
seem to have the necessary time to patrol the river and more especially
on the weekends , and as a result, the boaters are traveling at dangerous
speeds. Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt was asked to attend the meeting
but he said that he was was unable to, as he was leaving on vacation.
The Selectmen said that they would ask the three assistant harbormasters
if they would be able to work more hours . Three of the residents who
are very concerned about the dangerous situation were asked if they
would be willing to act as assistant harbormasters , no set hours , just
when they could see trouble coming, and that would enable them to have
the control they need when it is the most necessary. The residents
referred to are Whitefield Kimball , Richard Newton and Alfred Thurlow
who were all very agreeable to accepting the title of Assistant Harbor-
master. Everyone there was most cooperative, and anxious to help,
especially in making up a sign to be put in the area where the boats
are moored, telling boaters to go slowly. Selectman Adams said he
would donate material along with Mr. Newton and Mr. Thurlow - who
said his daughter would be glad to do the print work for the sign.
The residents , led by Tibie Reynolds , said that the high-speed boats
create wakes that can cause accidents and property damage. The
Selectmen said that they would discuss the matter with Mr. Sternfelt.
Adding that if the situation does not improve through the work of
the assistants , it might be necessary to advertize for another harbor-
master. They also said that they would consider adding duties to
the Harbormaster ' s position and making it a full time position.
Upon the recomi-nendation of Chief Merry, the Selectmen appointed
Robert Cattan as a substitute lifeguard for Plum Island for the 1988
season.
Chief Merry also presented to the Board a letter requesting
that the Selectmen increase the private detail rate from $18 .00 to
$20 . 00 per hour. He enclosed a list of area cities and .towns private
detail rates. He said that the $20 . 00 hourly rate would establish
Newbury approximately in the middle of the area communities rates .
He also requested the Board to, under MGL Chap. 44 S. 53C,
establish a fee not to exceed 100 of the cost of services as
authorized under MGL Chap. 44 , Section 53C. He said that this would
establish a private detail rate of $20 . 00 per hour plus up to 100
or a $2 . 00 feet for the Town of Newbury, which would be credited as
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 12 , 1988
General Funds of the Town.
The Selectmen said that the Chief ' s. request for an increase
in the private detail rate was agreeable and the second request will
be discussed with Town Counsel before any action is taken.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 25 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The .following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
July 5 , 1988 PW1 1 , 332 . 12
July 12 , 1988 W1 20 , 148 . 23
PW #PLA 28 , 155 . 20
RS1 210 . 00
WG1 30 . 00
July 19 , 1988 W2 17 , 104 . 94
P2 17 , 726 . 77
RS2 105 . 00
G2 2 ,655 . 07
At the July 12th meeting, Chief Merry requested the Board to,
under Mass General Laws Chapter 44 , Section 53C, establish a fee not
to exceed 10% of the cost of services as authorized under MGL Chap. 44 ,
Section 53C. This will establish a private detail rate of $20. 00 per
hour plus up to 10% or a $2 . 00 fee for the Town of Newbury which would
be credited as General Funds of the Town. By a unanimous vote of the
Board, the Chief_ ' s request was granted.
Selectman Adams said that he attended a meeting of Assistant
Harbormasters which was held on July 20 , 1988 . Harbormaster Edwin
Sternfelt called the meeting in order to meeting the new assistants
recently appointed by the Board (Alfred Thurlow, Whitefield Kimball
and Richard Newton) . Recent completion of Rules and Regulations on
the river, by the Harbor Committee has been made, and after the Board
reviewed them, the following motion was unanimously passed: "That the
Newbury Harbor Regulations, as adopted by the Harbormaster and his
Harbor Commission be accepted. " Selectman Adams said that things seem
to be under control at this time.
Mr. Edward F. Murphy, 285 High Road, has sent a written complaint
which he has against his neighbor, Robert Upton. In his complaint,
Mr. Murphy has stated that Mr. Upton has at the present time at least
five unregistered motor vehicles . He also complains that two 2500
gallon rusted oil tanks are in the rear of Upton ' s property. Efforts
to reach Mr. Murphy by phone have been to no avail and a letter has
been sent to him asking that he call Selectman Tevald and set up an
apppointment so that the matter may be looked into further.
The matter of sidewalks on Hay Street will be studied by Selectmen.
There is concern about public safety, in' that school children have to
walk on the road in order to get to the bus stop. This matter will be
Selectmen' s meeting (Continued) July 25 , 1988
addressed again in the near future.
A town meeting will be held on July 26th, regarding the budget
for the coming year. At the informational meetings held for the purpose
of discussion about the override, it was the agreement that all
departments would accept level funding and that included local government
as well as the schools . Chairman Machiros said that from what he could
see happening, the schools were trying to obtain more funds and might
not stick to level funding even though they agreed to, and if this
happens tomorrow evening, it will polarize our community. We have always
met our commitment to education. We are in a crisis situation, but for
one group to try to take money away from the rest of the town - I feel
very strongly about this ; we have a commitment to the Police Department
and the Highway Department. Selectman Adams said that he did not support
the override, but at the same time, he did not work against it. He said
that the people voted on it when it came to the annual town meeting and
they turned it down. Now that the second override attempt was voted
down again, the school committee feels that they want to hold those
budgets for themselves . Level funding in my mind is that everybody
bites the bullet and learns to live with it. Selectman Tevald agreed
with everything his two colleagues said, and he added that the intent
of the override and the purpose for it was intended to resolve fiscal
problems in all areas and departments of the town. The Board was in
agreement that the work that has been done by the Finance Committee has
taken many hours of hard work and to just sit and let things run out
of control , it would not be in the best interest of the town.
In other business, Animal Control Officer Richard Cunningham re-
quested authorization from the Board to pick up, if necessity dictates ,
animals, such as skunks, woodchucks , foxes etc. , with the stipulation
that he might have the skins to salvage as he would see fit. Permission
was unanimously granted by the Board.
As a matter of record: It was voted that all driveways or
approaches that are installed in the future should first be approved
by the Highway Superintendent and ratified by a Selectman, and any
complaints that come in from citizens should be carefully reviewed by
the Department to which it is directed. The Board feels strongly that
we cannot afford to get involved in neighborhood squabbles when
citizens construe the by-laws and/or regulations to get the town to
take action and spend tax dollars to settle their personal vindictive-
ness or feuds. Noting that the town has very limited funds for legal
expense, a department head to which a complaint is directed should try
to settle the complaint to the best of his ability. The Board of
Selectmen will prioritize complaints , and if a complaint is given to
the Building Inspector, for example, and his determination does not
jeopardize the health, welfare and safety of our citizens, his determina-
tion will be accepted by the Board.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
AUGUST 9 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros. opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the . Selectmen:
July 26 , 1988 P1 1 , 332 . 12
G3 1 , 706 . 25
W3 81 , 119 . 56
P3 30 ,010 . 48
RS3 2 , 778 . 75,
August 2 , 1988 G4 1 , 740 . 00
P4 16 , 417 . 01
W4 26 , 184 . 31
Mrs . Mary Barton attended the meeting and addressed a problem
she is concerned with regarding. a house on Cottage Road (that was once
occupied by the. late Mary Kelley) . It has become a fire hazardous
situation. She complained to the Board that the Naumkeag Trust Company
Bank of Salem is Conservator of the Kelley Estate and they will do
nothing to expedite procedures in order to correct this situation. She
also complained that the Conservator never did lock the building. She
said the attorney, representing the estate of Kelley, claims he had
locked it up. Now, she added, someone is using it as a dump, on top
of everything else. She wondered if the Board of Survey as it Applies
to Unsafe Buildings could look into the matter. After a discussion,
the Board passed a motion that the Building Inspector should go down
and make an inspection tomorrow, and then we ' ll go on from there.
The Board unanimously voted to appoint John Burke to serve on the
Board of Survey, as it Applies to Unsafe Building (taking over for
Charles Bashaw, who is no longer an assessor. )
A letter of resignation from Carolyn Dondero, on the Board of
Registrars, was received by the Board and accepted with regret. Laura
Dodge was unanimously appointed to fill the vacancy caused by Carol ' s
resignation.
A discussion on the budget as it stands now, was held. The Board
unanimously voted to hold a special town meeting on August 30th at the
Round School at 7 : 30 p.m. At that time, voters will act on a proposal
to add $25 , 000 . to the $1 . 1 million Triton Regional School budget. In
discussing the matter, it was noted that if the special town meeting
was not held within thirty days of last Thursday (August 4th) when the
Triton School Committee approved its budget, the budget would be
approved automatically (according to Supt. Gerald Kohn) . The Board
,said that they felt strongly that if extra money is available, it
should not necessarily go to Triton. They said that town employees ,
who did not receive raises, should be given five percent increases if
the town can afford to do so. An article to that effect will also be
voted on.
In other business, the matter of a sludge-burning plant in the
middle of Newburyport' s Industrial Park_, was discussed by the Board.
They were of the opinion that this could definitely pose a threat to
Little River. Selectman Adams said that he is very concerned about
this and the Board unanimously voted to contact Mayor Molin immediately
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to let him know that .building the sludge-burning plant in that area
would cause problems and they felt that it is their duty to protect
Little River against any possible pollution. They said that the
run-off from the Industrial Park flows into the Little River that
runs through the park and that river flows into the Parker River.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary ,
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
AUGUST 23 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed .by the Selectmen:
August 9 , 1988 W5 65 , 033 . 36
P5 25 , 852 . 34
WG5 495 . 00
W-SR1 2 , 114 . 97
August 16 , 1988 W6 16 , 240 . 63
P6 17 , 064 . 96
RS4 2 , 565 . 00
Mrs . Linda Meehan, who resides on Parker Street, attended the
meeting. She addressed the Board and stated that her son, who is
eleven, and his friends were recently .riding their dirt bikes in the
gravel pit area which is in back of where she resides as a tenant
on Parker Street in Dr. Sarni ' s building. She said her son came home
on Saturday evening (August 20th) and he was visibly shaken and told
her that he and his friends had been chased by some people who
are apparently living out in that area. They threatened bodily harm
to the boys and told .them to leave them alone. One of the people
referred to cahsed the boys with some kind of an instrument, however,
he did not touch them, only threatened them and told them to stay
.away from that area where they are living as vagrants . Police Chief Merr,
stated that in his opinion, no legal action can be taken against
the vagrants and added that they may have chased the boys because they
thought the children were threatening their home by riding dirt bikes
through the area. Police Officer Jay Larcome from the Newburyport
Police attended the meeting and said that he has dealth with these
people for years and they have resisted any attempts that have been
made to assist them. He added, "We can move them, but they' ll just
move some place else. It was brought to the Board' s attention
that the land in question belongs to a Thomas Bashaw. He will be
contacted and the matter will be discussed to see if some solution
can be reached.
Alan Whitford, Orchard Street, Byfield, attended the meeting
with several of the area residents. He addressed the Board and asked
them if they would steer him in the right direction, as to how
he should go about getting his garage rebuilt after it was destroyed
in a fire that occurred on October 2 , 1987 . He said that he would
like to resume his business . He said that he asked the building
inspector for a building permit but was denied because the business
called Federal Auto Body: did not conform with the zoning regulations
for that area. He added that last month his request for a variance
was turned down by the Zoning Board of Appeals after the Planning
Board sent a lE�tter saying that the Zoning Board did not have the
power to grant the variance. On the advice of some Zoning Board of
Appeals members , he said that he would like to ask that the Board of
Selectmen grant him permission to have a hearing. The Board, after
hearing all favorable reports from the neighbors and residents of
the area, and hearing no opposition at all from anyone in .the audience,
Selectmen' s Meeting (continued) August 23 , 1988
informed Mr. Whitford that .they would grant him permission to have
a hearing upon the stipulation that he would have to follow the same
. process as in the Board of Appeals process . He said that he would
start all over again, notifying the Planning Board, the Building
Inspector and abutters . The Board was in complete agreement that
this is a definite hardship case and voted to give Mr. Whitford any
support they could. They set a hearing date for September 13th at
8 : 00 p.m.
The Finance Committee was present and the financial condition
of the town was discussed at length. Chairman Bruce Irving told the
Board, and the other members of the Finance Committee agreed, that
we really won' t know how we stand until late September at least,
and after that they will discuss it again with the Selectmen.
A letter from Wayne Peabody, 14 Maple Terrace, was received
and acknowledged by the Board. The letter addressed Mr. Peabody ' s
concerns about the feasibility of future development on Maple Terrace.
He said. that he has resided on Maple .Terrace for 16 years and during
that period of time, the homeowners in that area have lived under
substandard conditions . There have been both drainage and septic
system problems which have caused serious burdens and inconvenience
for many of the residents . Any additional development in that area
would, in his opinion, impose additional environmental stress and
extreme devaluation to the properties in the area. The letter is
on file in the Selectmen ' s office.
A traffic count by Merrimack Valley Planning Commission was
unanimously ok'd by the Board.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
SEPTEMBER 13 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August- = :23 , 1988 W7 12 , 213 . 09
P7 " 31 , 238 . 71
RS5 8 ,511 . 67
August 30 , 1988 W8 110,458 . 80
P8 16,598 . 33
WG6 80. 00
W-SR2 1 , 500 . 80
By a unanimous decision of the Board, a Notice of Non-Exercise of
Option, regarding land of David S. Caldwell , was signed by the three
Selectmen. The land, being more specifically described as follows :
Three parcels of land on the Northerly side of Elm Street, Lots 2 , 3 ,
and 4 , on Plan "A" , entitled, "Plan of Land in Newbury, Louis M.
Selectmen ' s Meeting (continued) September 13 , 1988
Holt, Jr. & Son. " No opposition to this action was voiced.
At 8 : OO p.m. a public hearing was held with regard to the granting
of a Special Permit to Alan R. Whitford, to re-establish an auto body
repair service at 96 Orchard Street, in Byfield. Mr. Whitford was in
attendance along with forty-two people who came in support of• his re-
quest. There were also four letters supporting his request sent in by
people who couldn't make the meeting. There were two people who voiced
their opposition. Karen Barry questioned the business use in a "residential
area. Mrs. Barry resides on Parker River Drive. Carol Foster of
11 Central Court feared that if the Special Permit was granted, it would
set a precedent. The Selectmen explained the situation in detail to
both of the two women, and they were assured that there was no need for
concern. They explained, that number one, this is not a new business ,
and number two, it definitely would not set any precedent. The Selectmen
stated to Mr. Whitford that they wanted to make certain that he would
be doing auto body work only and will not be doing any automotive repair
work. Mr. Whitford gave his assurance that his only intent is to repair
auto bodies , nothing else. A motion was unanimously passed to close
the hearing and take the matter under advisement. The hearing resumed
and by a unanimous decision, the Board granted the Special Permit only
upon the following stipulations and restrictions:
That Newbury Zoning By-law 4 . 1 . 3 be explicitly followed:
4 . 1 . 3
Customary home occupation, ( such as professional and business offices ,
arts and crafts shops , tradesman' s shops and miscellaneous repair
services ) , conducted in a dwelling or building accessory thereto by a
person residing on the premises , is permitted, provided that: ( 1 ) such
use is clearly incidental , and secondary to the residential use, ( 2 ) not
more than two ( 2 ) persons other than the resident, is regularly employed
thereon, ( 3 ) no offensive noise, odors, glare or unsightliness is
produced, ( 4 ) there is no public display of goods or wares, except for
such signs as are permitted, and ( 5 ) that there is no exterior storage
of materials , equipment ( including the parking of more than one ( 1 )
commercial vehicle) , or waste material that would indicate the presence
of the use, or violate the residential character of the premises .
In addition, the following restrictions apply to this Special Permit.
1 . No Sunday operating hours . Hours of operation are to be 8 : 00 a.m.
to 5 : 00 p.m.
2 . No signs attached to the building.
3 . No vehicles to be parked on street in areas adjacent to building.
4 . No unregistered or junked vehicles to be stored on premises .
5 . This Special Permit, or any Licenses granted to Alan R. Whitford
are not transferable, or leaseable, and shall be void in the event
of the sale of real estate property on which this building is
erected.
6 . Fence is to be erected to keep parked vehicles out of public view.
7 . Building erected is to be limited to 42 x 68 feet in size/
Mr. Whitford was in complete agreement with these stipulations and
restrictions . The name of the business will be "Federal Auto Body" .
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) September 13 , 1988
In other business , the Selectmen, acting as the Board of Health,
voted unanimously to extend the acceptable time on previously successful
percolation tests on an individual basis . They were all in agreement
that not granting extensions would create hardships for people who
planned to build, based on the rules that applied at the time the
tests were performed. At the Town Meeting on August 30th, an Article
was voted in favor of. reducing from 30 to 15 minutes the acceptable time
for a percolation test to be completed. Chairman Machiros stated that
he hopes to receive an opinion from the Attorney General ' s office on
the legality of the town meeting vote sometime next week.
The Board accepted with deep regret the resignation of Carolyn
Bashaw, who has served on the Finance Committee. Carolyn has served
the Town well . A letter, thanking her for all her efforts will be
sent from the Board.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
SEPTEMBER 27 , 1988
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 6 , 1988 W9 13 , 426 . 67
RS6 2 , 040 . 00
P9 59 , 423 . 19
September 13 , 1988 W10 47 , 656 . 58
P10 16 , 462 . 50
September 20 , 1988 W11 34 , 209 . 38
P11 63 , 061 . 48
Lisa Noyes , who resides at 97 Main Street in Byfield, attended
the meeting together with several residents of that area, to complain
about cars and trucks speeding on Main Street. Mrs . Noyes presented
the Board with a petition signed by 125 Byfield residents who are
asking for help from the police in slowing down the speed. They
were of the opinion that if a few tickets were issued, drivers would
slow down if they thought the area was heavily patrolled. Mr. Frank
Beradino of 68 Main Street said that he hadn 't seen any tickets
issued in six years . Police Chief Merry said that he has one cruiser
assigned to Byfield, and often it is difficult for the officer to
remain on one street, adding that the officers do the best that they
can, but have several calls to handle in addition to watching for
speeders , however, he said that in the light of the close calls
cited by the residents , an extra effort to better patrol the area
will be made. The residents present were mainly concerned about the
safety of their children and said that any extra effort made by the
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) September 27 , 1988
police would be a great relief to them.
A letter from the Attorney General ' s Office, regarding percolation
testing was received and read by Chairman Machiros . The letter stated:
"I regret that I must enclose the amendment to the General By-Laws
adopted under Article 3 of the warrant for the Newbury Special Town
Meeting held August 30 , 198.8 , with the disapproval of the Attorney
general endorsed thereon" . The letter, in conclusion, added: "Although
the State Sanitary Code authorizes stricter local requirements on
Percolation testing than those contained in the Code, such requirements
may only be implemented through regulations adopted by local Board of
Health. They may not be implemented by by-law. " The letter is filed
under Board of Health in the Selectmen' s Office.
The Alan Whitford matter was brought up and discussed. The Board
said that they intend to stand behind their decision to grant a special
permit to Mr. Whitford so that he might be able to once again operate
his auto body repair shop after it was burned out in October of 1987 .
The Planning Board is trying to intervene and reverse the action taken
by the Selectmen. The Board felt that if the Planning Board intended
to contest the action taken by them, they should have attended Whitford' s
hearing to speak in opposition, not wait until the permit was granted
and then vote to appeal it. They were of the opinion that the Planning
Board should not have any jurisdiction in this matter, and they
certainly would not allow the Planning Board to use the Town Counsel
for legal advice "in seeking the reversal . They said that the Planning
Board would have to pay for an attorney of their own.
Mr_ . Gene Palumbo was present at the meeting along with Mr. David
ThurloNa who reside on Hanover Street. They complained to the Board
that they are concerned about the noise and the fumes coming from
MacDonald' s Trucking on Hanover Street. Thev told the Board that
MacDonald is operating his business outside of the hours dictated
on his license. Mr. Joseph. Stone of 53 Hanover Street also attended
the meeting and suggested to the Board that perhaps Mr. MacDonald
Would be more .likely to comply with the terms of his license if the
Selectmen asked him to attend the next meeting so that the matter
could be discussed further. The Board will research the matter and
ask Mr. MacDonald to meet with them at their next meeting October llth.
Selectman Adams noted for the record that the Harbormaster and
the Town of Newbury now has a new boat, and he added that the Harbor
Committee has done a good job and he would like to see them continue
to have , regular meetings in the future, adding that more work needs
to be done in the area of regulations regarding mooring permits , etc.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
OCTOBER 11 , 1988
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 27 , 1988 W12 80 , 785 . 10
P12 18 , 440 . 40
RS7 10 , 971 . 67
October 4 , 1988 W13 25 , 704 . 50
P13 62 , 864 . 09
SR3 2 , 796 . 85
Mrs . Susan Fogerty who resides on Central Street was present and
addressed the Board with a complaint about cars and trucks travelling
at an excessive rate of speed on Central Street. She called attention
to several incidents in which children have come close to being hit,
and also a school bus was in danger because of a large trailer truck
travelling very fast approaching a blind corner, and she said if she
hadn 't warned the driver of the school bus , she feared that there would
definitely have been a bad accident. The Selectmen asked Chief Merry
if he would look into the situation and he said that he would.
At the Selectmen' s meeting of September 27th, a complaint was
registered against MacDonald Trucking, Hanover Street. The complaint
was about the noise as well as the fumes that come from the trucking
company. It was the decision of the Board to ask Mr. MacDonald to
attend the next meeting. He did attend this meeting together with
the neighbors who registered the complaint. Mr. MacDonald said that
he couldn 't understand why anyone was complaining, as he felt that
he was in a commercial zone and as far as the hours went, he had time
cards of all the truck drivers and all of the time cards showed that
they didn't punch in until 6 : 00 o'clock in the morning. He said that
the men are gone all day and he just couldn ' t figure out what kind of
noise was irritating to the neighbors . Gene Palumbo and David Thurlow
were present and stated that the trucks are started up a lot earlier
than 6 : 00 in the morning and left running. Mr. MacDonald said that
the trucks had to be warmed up in order to work efficiently. He added
that as far as the looks of the place goes , he has tried to keep it
looking as good as he possibly can, but being in the trucking business,
the trucks are in full view quite. of_ten, and he said that there wasn 't
too much that he could do about that. He said that he will speak to
the drivers and make sure that they are .not starting before 6 : 00 a.m.
which would be in keeping with a Court Order. The Board informed him
that his place of business will be closely monitored in the future, and
urged Mr. MacDonald to cooperate and see that the hours ( 6 : 00 a.m. to
8 : 00 p.m. ) are adhered to. Chief Merry said that there will be
monitoring by his department as he has had a number of anonymous com-
plaints . Mr. MacDonald said that he would cooperate with the hope that
there are no further complaints from the neighbors .
Four members on the Arts Lottery Commission have served more than
six years on the Commission and we have been informed by the Arts Tottery
Commission in Boston that after six years, new appointments must be made.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) October 11 , 1988
The following four appointments were made by the Selectmen:
Margaret Martin, 21 Pine Island Road, Newbury; Carolyn O'Keefe,
3 Withington Street, Newbury; Margaret Miller, 45 Elm Street,
Byf_ield; Kathleen Case, 33 Parker Street, Newbury, (Arts Lottery Comm. )
Also Fulltime Dispatchers: Sally Zinck, Charles Eaton and Michael Reilly(6 mo. prob. )
Rosario DeGloria, of Ipswich has asked the Board of Health
for permission to install a septic system on Old Rowley Road.
The Board unanimously voted to turn it down as Mr. DeGloria may
not be able to comply with Title 5 , and they informed him that he
should contact DEQE to see what their opinion is before any _further
action is taken by the Board.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Re•�pectful y submitted,
Doris Ho ge, Se etar_y--�
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
October 25 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S . Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 11 , 1988 W14 128 , 237 . 78
P14 15 , 096 . 67
SR4 500 . 00
October 18 , 1988 W15 17 , 910 . 31
P15 62 , 945 . 02
RS8 10 , 446 . 67
The first matter that was brought before the Board for dis-
cussion 'was the Newburyport Emergency Planning Committee designating
Scotland Road as a transport route for hazardous materials . Police
Chief_ Merry was present and stated that because of a federally
mandated emergency_ planning program, the Newburyport committee had
named Scotland Road instead of Storey Avenue as a route for truck
traffic for hazardous materials . Chief Merry is also Civil Defense
Director. He added that Ralph Ayers , Newburyport' s Civil Defense
Director, had prepared a letter to send to the industries in the
City' s Lord Timothy Dexter Industrial Park, suggesting that route,
but had not mailed it yet. He said that Mr. Ayers told him that
he would not mail the letter if Newbury objected, and would discuss
the matter with his committee. Ayers has previously said that he
could not mandate the use of a particular roadway. He said that
Scotland Road was recommended as an alternate to Storey Avenue and
High and Low Streets because there is less traffic, and an easier
access to the Industrial Park and fewer residences . Chairman
Machiros said that the Newburyport committee did not notify Newbury
before designating Scotland Road for the traffic, and added that
he was strongly against that being the sole route and Selectmen
Tevald and Adams were in complete agreement. Selectman Tevald said
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) October 25 , 1988
that he believed that the Board has a responsibility to the residents
of the Town as well as to the residents of Scotland Road. Selectman
Adams felt that it would have been common courtesy that they touched
base with us , and added that Little River which feeds the Parker River,
runs beside Scotland Road, and trucks carrying hazardous materials
concerns him very much. Newburyport Emergency Planning Committee will
be alerted as to the Board' s feelings in this matter.
In other business , it was the decision of the Board to send a
letter to the Attorney General , requesting that the State reimburse
the Town for expenses for litigation concerning the Seabrook Nuclear
Power Plant. Chairman Machiros said that the Attorney General had
given verbal assurances that Massachusetts would take the financial
onus in the litigation, but so far, they haven 't come through.
Chairman Machiros estimated the costs at $6 , 000 excluding the free
work done by Town Counsel James Lagoulis ' Office.
About 12 residents attended the meeting and urged the Board
not to recommend the passage of Question 2 in the upcoming election.
Question 2 requests the repeal of the prevailing wage law. The Board
sympathized with. the residents but stated that they would not take any
official position.
By a unanimous decision of the Board, the next Selectmen' s
meeting will be held November 22nd because of the November 8th election.
The Board will meet prior to November 22nd in case any urgent business
arises .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
NOVEMBER 10 , 1988
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The purpose of this meeting was to address the dates for holding
a special town meeting as well as a town election. At the special.
town meetina, voters will have a chance to consider a proposal for
a $14 . 1 million dollar school building addition/renovation project.
a special election will be held after the town meeting, at which time
the residents will have an opportunity to vote for or against the
proposal . Mr_ . John McKeoi,�rn, who resides on Brock Avenue, Plum Island,
was present at the meeting. He addressed the Board and said that
he was at this meeting for the purpose of making known the concerns
of manv of the elderly people that live at the Island, adding that
they feel that the upcoming special- town meeting and election should
be held after the tax bills ate mailed out and are in the hands of
the taxpayers , so they will know Just how they stand as of this re-
valuation year. They will then have a better conception as to how
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) November 10 , 1988
they wish to vote at the town meeting. Richard Passeri , Chairman of the
School Study Committee, together with Selectman Tevald, who is also a
member of the Committee both stated that the plans for the school project
should not be contingent on the tax bills . Selectman Tevald said that
the decision to have the town meeting and the election is based solely
on logistics and added that there is nothing hidden. The fact that the
bills aren't out is based on the .fact that the Assessors didn' t get the
information from the State in time, and if the project is delayed, the
Town will be in danger of losing the 69 percent reimbursement from the
State. Members of the Finance Committee, Bruce Irving, Keith Walton and
Richard Walsh were also present and they as well as Chairman Machiros
and Selectman Adams were in complete agreement with Mr. Passeri and
Selectman Tevald, in that time is of the essence and the dates for the
town meeting, as well as the election should be voted on this evening.
A motion was passed to hold the town meeting at the Round School
on December 6th at 7 : 30 p.m. and the election will be held on December
loth at the Town Hall - 12 : 00 noon to 8 : 00 p.m. This was a unanimous
decision, based on the recommendation of the School Study Committee.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
NOVEMBER 22 , 1988
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 25 , 1988 W16 90 , 595 . 06
P16 18 , 554 . 92
November 1 , 1988 W17 50 , 663 . 39
P17 67 , 447 . 25
RS9 1 , 513 . 50
SR5 1 , 953 . 90
November 8 , 1988 W18 49 ,020 . 76
P18 20 , 287 . 97
RS10 10 , 460 . 17
November 15 , 1988 W19 19 , 430 . 42
P19 61 , 829 . 04
A note was received from Robert L. Upton, 283 High Road, Newbury,
asvising the Board that he intends to remove his back land from
coverage under Section 61A. Mr. Upton will be notified that proper
forms must be made out and he should contact the Selectmen ' s Secretary
at his convenience.
A dog complaint from Thomas Rodgers , 15 Church Street, Byf_ield,
against a dog owned by Paul Ames , 72 Main Street, Byf_ield, was received
and entered into the records . A hearing will be held at 8 : 00 p.m. on
December 13 , 1988 .
Ann Holbrook Willis , Co-chairman of the Community Teen Center
was at the meeting. She had sent in information regarding their
fundraiser on New Year ' s eve - FIRST NIGHT NEWBURYPORT. She invited
the residents of Newbury to take part in everything, beginning with
the parade at 4 : 00 p.m. and ending with the fireworks at midnight.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) Nov. 22 , 1988
She asked for the Board' s permission to extend their bus route to
include the Green as a turn-around point. The Board told Mrs . Willis
that the Round School on Hanover Street would be a good place to pick
up passeners and patrons could leave their cars in the School Parking
Lot in back of the School if it meets with Principal. Joy' s approval .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
DECEMBER 13 , 1988
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 22 , 1988 W20 63 , 502 . 9.5
P20 18 , 769 . 24
November 29 , 1988 W21 20 , 758 . 73
P21 87 , 919 . 94
RS11 2 , 115 . 00
The Board unanimously agreed to the following increases in fees :
Septic system installer ' s license: from 50 . 00 to 100 . 00
Septic system inspection: from 15.. 00 to 25 . 00
Septic system repair permits : from 10 . 00 to 50 . 00
New septic system construction permits : from 10 . 00 to 50 . 00
Well permits : from 15 . 00 to 50 . 00
Well inspections : from 15 . 00 to 25 . 00
Beauty, bait and grooming shops : from 10 . 00 to 25 . 00
One-day liquor licenses : from 10 . 00 to 50 . 00 with the exception
of non-profit organizations (no charge ) .
The raising of resident dump permit fees will be considered after
the new year.
Upon Chief Merry ' s, recommendation, and after careful consideration,
the Board unanimously appointed Thomas White and Richard Heath as full
time police officers . These two officers will graduate from Police
Academy in Topsfield on December 14th.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a dog hearing was held. The complaint was brought
by Thomas and Patricia Rodgers , 15 Church Street in Byfield. They
complained about a dog, owned by Paul Ames, 72 Main Street. Mrs .
Rodgers addressed the Board and said that the dog in question is a pit
bull . She had left her two cats on the screened-in porch and the dog
bolted through the screens and chased the cats . The screens had to be
repaired, which took time, and cost Rodgers considerable money.
Mr. Ames said that he wasn 't aware that the dog had caused this trouble,
adding that he had three children and never had seen any sign of the
dog being vicious . He also said that he usually keeps the dog re-
strained. Mr. and Mrs . Rodgers said that they understood that the
animal control officer would be the one to speak to the owner of the
dog, so they never did approach Mr. Ames with the problem. Mrs . Rodgers
said that she is expecting a child in the near future, and would feel
uneasy leaving the child on the porch if the dog was not restrained.
The Animal Control Officer, Richard Cunningham, said that he did not
feel the dog is a menace. He was asked for his recommendation. He
recommended that the dog be restrained in order to avoid any further
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) Dec. 13 , 1988
incidents . The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under
advisement. The hearing resumed, and the results were as follows :
Mr. Ames will make reasonable compensation to Mr. and Mrs . Rodgers
for the screens that were damaged by his dog. Mr. Ames was ordered
to restrain his dog during the hours of 8 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m. , while
he is working, and any other time that he is not at home. He was
informed that upon receipt of the Board' s order ( in writing) , he had.
ten days to appeal to the District Court of Newburyport if he so
desired. Mr. Ames was very agreeable and said that he would make
reasonable compensation and would also restrain his dog as ordered.
Mrs. Margaret Stone, 8 Grove Street, was given permission to use
the Byfield Town Hall , every other Monday, from 2 : 15 p.m, to 4 : 30 p.m.
to hold Scout Meetings with the following stipulation. Mr. Robert
field, the custodian of the Town Hall must be contacted, in order
that these meetings will not conflict with any other organization
that has already scheduled activities . She will be responsible for
seeing that the Hall is left in a clean condition.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
DECEMBER 27 , 1988
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 6 , 1988 W22 35 , 681 . 29
P33 17 , 457 . 11
SR6 1 , 953 . 90
December 13 , 1988 W23 56 , 433 . 72
P23 80 , 580 . 84
RS12 662 . 05
December 20 , 1988 W24 53 , 435 . 33
P24 15 , 470 . 28
RS13 8 , 406 . 67
Upon the recommendation of Chief Merry and after careful considera-
tion, the Board unanimously appointed Alan Maguire and Michael McGrath
as Reserve Officers ( 6 months probation with option of extension for
additional 6 months ) . Both of these men have received Police Academy
training.
The Board accepted the resignation of Karen Boxell from the
School Committee.
Finance Committee member Keith Walton has resigned from that
committee. The Board accepted his resignation with regret, as he has
served the town well .
The School Committee is expected to attend the January loth
meeting with the expectation that the unexpired term of Mrs . Boxell
will be filled.
It was noted by the Board that former Selectman Henry Webb
has passed away. Mr. Webb will be sadly missed by many Newbury
residents .
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) December 27 , 1988
Regarding a recent Court decision involving the Board of Appeals
and Byfield Radiator, Town Counsel is of the opinion that the case is
appealable, based on the Judge ' s decision, and that it would be in
the best interest of our town to look into an appeal , so as to defend
the spirit in which the by-law was written, and to safeguard against
other_ possible litigation. By a unanimous decision, it was agreed to
proceed under Town Counsel ' s Opinion being in the best interest of the
Town.
A communication was received from the Planning Board with reference
to Planning Board Representation by Town Counsel ' s Waiver of Conflict
of Interest. The letter read as follows ;
Dear Mr. Machiros :
Pursuant to our recent conversation relative to Town Counsel
representation of the Planning Board, this is to advise that the
Planning Board, at their December 21 , 1988 meeting, voted unanimously
to waive the conflict of interest and is willing to have Town Counsel
represent the Planning Board on all issues other than the Whitford
Special Permit matter.
If_ you have any questions , or wish to discuss this further, please
do not hesitate to contact me.
s/ Elaine Byrne, Clerk
The letter was acknowledged, however, Chairman Machiros wished to
make it clear that he never had any "recent conversation" , as the
letter indicates .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
January 10 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 27 , 1988 W25 114 , 179 . 62
P25 70 , 749 . 87
RS14 105 . 00
January 3 , 1989 W26 29, 368. 88
P26 17 , 256 . 26
SR7 1 , 953 . 90
A vacancy on the School Committee was addressed. Karen Boxell
has resigned her position. Members of the School Committee were in
attendance together with three applicants (Gretchen Hunsberger, Gerry
Slotnick and John L. Kriegel ) . Mrs . Hunsberger was the first applicant
to address the Board. She stated that if appointed, she would work to
establish some sort of long term possibilities, and more especially,
after school programs , which would not cost the taxpayers any extra,
and would be volunteer work on her part. She said she also favors the
idea of having teacher aides as the third and fourth grades are really
over-crowded. She said that she has two children, one seven and one
who is two and therefore she is very interested in getting them the
best education possible, and with her experience as a volunteer in the
Wenham School System she felt very confident that she could work very
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) January 10 , 1989
well with the present School Committee members . Mrs . Slotnick was
next to address the Board. She said that she strongly supported the
School System. She felt that the school budget process was a balancing
act and there are going to be hard decisions to make in the near future.
She added that she felt that what we have is really good and we are at
a crossroad. She felt that her deep interest in the education system
would make her a good candidate for the School Committee. Mr. Kriegel
was next to address the Board. He said that he had previous experience
serving on the School Committee, but he also noted that he failed to
win re-election in the Spring of 1988 . He stated that he is a 44 year
old attorney and a veteran of the Proposition 2Z wars and familiar
with the school budget process . He said that while towns are facing
a fiscal wall , caused by Proposition 22 - and an override situation is
a possibility, he felt that the role of the School Committee is to go
to the community with as much information as possible and let the
voters make an informed decision. He said that if he was appointed,
he promised to use his experience to work to improve communication
between the School Committee and town residents .
Both the School Committee and the Selectmen stated that they were
impressed with all three applicants, and at this point the School
Committee said that they would take a vote. It turned out to be a tie
vote - two for Kriegel and two for Slotnick. Another vote was taken
and it was still a tie vote (two for Hunsberger and two for Slotnick) .
At this point, the Selectmen were asked if they would make the final
decision. The Board voted unanimously to support the appointment of
John Kriegel . Chairman Machiros stated that he hoped Mr. Kriegel
would put his experience .on the Committee to work with the assurance
that he will run again and work hard at it, adding that he hoped Mr.
Kriegel would have a little more understanding for both sides of the
fence in upcoming budget deliberation, and a possible override of
Proposition 22 , adding "we all have to cope, not just the school
children. " Mr. Kriegel agreed with Chairman Machiros ' recommendation.
At this point the two school committee members who had changed their
vote to Hunsberger, changed back to support Kriegel . The School
Committee said that they looked forward to working with John, and he
thanked them and the Selectmen for their vote of confidence in him.
In other business , the Chairman addressed Chief Merry. He said
that he felt that the Chief had done an excellent job, and he would
like to express his appreciation to him at this time. Selectmen
Joseph Tevald and Alan Adams were in complete agreement, and by a
unanimous agreement, Chief Merry was given a three year appointment,
effective this date. Chief Merry expressed his appreciation and
accepted his appointment. The Board and the Chief were in agreement
that open communication is important in solving the problems that arise.
In other business, Mrs . Helen Rogers sent in her resignation from
the Council on Aging. Mrs . Rogers has been a valued member of the
Council . Her resignation was accepted with deep regret.
Chairman Machiros announced that Mel Nelson, owner of the Danvers
Yacht Marina in Danvers Yacht Marina in Danvers has given to the Town
11 , 000 cubic yards of DEQE approved soil to be used to help cap the
land fill . The Chairman stated that this will be for partial capping
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) January 10 , 1989
of the landfill as part of its final closing plan. Mr. Nelson is
giving away this soil valued at over $50 ,000 because he needs to make
space for additional slips . Chairman Machiros said that the unexpected
gift was certainly a good start in the process of partially capping
the landfill . He made it clear however, that the arrival of the dirt
does not mean that the dump will be closed, adding that the final
closing of the landfill is 36 to ,48 months down the road. The dirt
will arrive from Danvers on the days the dump is closed, and will be
placed over parts of the landfill under the guidance of the DEQE.
Because the soil is taken from saltmarsh land in Danvers, the Chairman
said that it is good cover for the dump. He added that the procurement
of the dirt is a sign that the town is trying its best to follow the
directives of the DEQE in capping and phasing out its landfill . It
shows that we are at least trying to comply with all the regulations .
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
January 24 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald was present.
Selectman Alan I . Adams was absent.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
January 10 , 1989 W27 43 , 570 . 46
P27 70 , 434 . 88
January 17 , 1989 W28 553 , 994 . 11
P28 16 , 146 . 67
RS15 8 , 406 . 67
January 24th W29 20, 217 . 87
P29 70 , 130 . 58
RS16 105 . 00
Two representatives from the Boy Scouts of America attended
the meeting and requested the Board' s permission to use the Byfield
Town Hall as a meeting place once a week. The Board explained that
the Girl Scouts were given permission to use the Hall on a bi-
weekly arrangement and they would prefer giving the Boy Scouts the
same privilege. Mr. Frank Lane was present and expressed his apprecia-
tion, saying that bi-weekly meetings at the Hall would be agreeable.
He was told that he should contact Mr. Field, the custodian to obtain
information as to what nights would be available and he was also
informed that he would be responsible to see that there is orderly
conduct without excessive noise, and the hall is to be left in a clean
condition. Also, if these stipulations are not met, permission to
use the hall will be terminated. Mr. Lane was very agreable with
these terms .
The Board appointed Mr. Robert Woolf to fill a vacancy on the
Finance Committee. This appointment is tentative, pending Selectman
Adams ' return.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
February 14 , 1989
The Selectmen's meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Board:
January 31 , 1989 W30 209 , 150 . 93
P30 16 , 461 . 90
RS17 8 , 097 . 53
SRW #8 (COA) 1 , 953 . 90
February 7 , 1989 W31 35 , 025 . 90
P31 65 , 853 . 18
Mr. Richard Passeri, the Chairman for the School Building Committee
attended the meeting and addressed the Board, saying that his Committee
expects to finalize a contract with the architect for the $14 . 1 million
elementary school addition, and renovation project in approximately
one month; adding that state funding for the project remains uncertain.
He said that the proposed total fee for the services of Drummey Rosane
Anderson, Inc. , of Newton Center is $776 , 000 . Of that amount, 750 or
$582 , 000 . would be for the completion of documents during the design
phase, with the balance of $194 ,000 to be paid for supervisory work
by the architect during construction. Mr. Passeri said that the
architect ' s fees is contingent on the project receiving reimbursement
from the State; adding that if for some reason that doesn't happen, he
doesn't get his money either. He stated that the December 6th town
meeting vote in favor of the project authorized the borrowing of up to
$700 ,000 for planning or design purposes ; and the $582 ,000 fee will be
taken out of that amount, with the other fee to come out of the final
construction bonds . Town Treasurer Dolores Krupowicz said the paperwork
for the early borrowing is being reviewed by bond counsel , which will
notify the State Department of Revenue when the process is complete and
the town may borrow. She estimated that final word may come in two or
three weeks . Mr. Passeri said that such a timetable was acceptable,
because he expects the final details of the contract to be worked out
by mid March. He said that his committee is still counting on breaking
ground in mid 1990 . If there is no state money available by then, he
said the town will keep its completed design documents on hand, so
that when the money does come, we can go out for bid. Chairman Machiros
said that he was hopeful that the town could get funding in order to
avoid any expensive delays caused by updating of postponed plans . Mr.
Passeri said that the contract will be reveiwed by an outside consultant,
town counsel and the town auditor before it is finalized in order to
comply with State Law.
The Board appointed Mary Rogers to the Council on Aging, filling
the vacancy caused by the resignation of Helen Rogers .
They also accepted with regret the resignation of Charles Bosworth
from the Personnel Board.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a public hearing was held on petition of New England
Telephone and Telegraph Company and Mass Electric Company, Petition #623
dated December 5 , 1988 , to place two poles on either side of Scotland
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) February 14 , 1989
Heights adjacent to property of Michael Shaw, 93 Scotland Road. A
representative .of the Telephone Company spoke in favor and no opposition
was voiced. The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under
advisement. The hearing resumed and permission was unanimously granted by
the Board.
The appointment of Robert F. Woolf to the Finance Committee was
unanimously agreed upon ( Selectman Adams was absent last meeting when
this appointment was brought before the board. )
The Selectmen discussed the rubbish disposal by-law which forbids
the dumping of any trash generated outside the town. The by-law, passed
at last year ' s annual town meeting, carries a $300 . 00 fine for violators .
Copies of the regulation will be handed out at the landfill in order .to
make residents aware that the by-law is in place, and the town will
prosecute. Police Chief Merry was directed to continue to investigate
potential cases of unauthorized people with suspicious loads such as
construction material going in to the landfill .
ACO Richard Cunningham addressed the Board and asked if they would
consider James Cunningham as a replacement for him, should the time
ever come when such replacement would be required. James Cunningham is ,
and has been, the assistant animal control officer for the past several
years . Mr. Cunningham stated that for the record, he is now a certified
ACO having completed the required course.
Y The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
FEBRUARY 28, 1989
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Alan I . Adams was present.
Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald was absent.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 14 , 1989 W32 135, 309 . 91
P32 16 ,665 . 17
RS18 8 , 437 . 41
February 21 , 1989 W33 37 , 187 . 08
P33 66 , 653 . 43
RS19 5 , 251 . 24
The Board addressed a communication from the Conservation
Commission which read as follows :
"Enclosed is a copy of the proposed "Conservation Restriction"
for the "Oulde Newbury Center on Kent Way in Byfield. The Conservation
Commission recommends changes to Section 3-B, and Section 6 , by
deleting wording for a 7 days ' notice for inspections by Town Boards .
All other sections are recommended by the Conservation Commission.
s/ Charles Powers , Chairman
A motion was unanimously passed to accept the restriction as
written, subsequent to the approval of the Byfield Water District.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) February 28 , 1989
The members of the Newbury School Building Committee have
requested that the Board of Selectmen award a contract to Drummey
Rosane Anderson, Inc. , of Newton Center, Mass . , for the design and
construction supervision of the renovation of , and addition to, the
Newbury Elementary School . A, motion was unanimously passed that the
Board ratify the recommendation of the School Building Committee to
engage the firm of Drummey Rosane Anderson, Inc.
The Board discussed Camp Sea Haven at Plum Island. Parker River
National Wildlife office have indicated their intention to raze the
camp in an effort to restore the land to its natural state. The
Selectmen sent letters to Congressman Nicholas Mavroules , Rep. Thomas
Palumbo, Senators Robert Buell , Edward Kennedy and John Kerry, support-
ing a bid by Turning Point, Inc. , of Newburyport, to take over the
operation of Camp Sea Haven, a former camp for cerebral palsy victims.
Essex County Mosquito Control of Rowley has notified the Selectmen
that State funds for spraying may be eliminated and they needed the
support from the Board stating how important spraying is for our
community. The Board unanimously gave that support, saying that if
spraying is not done, it will present quite a problem and possibly
endanger the public health.
In other business , the Board unanimously appointed Joseph Stone
as a special police officer for the Byfield Elderly Housing, Inc.
Alexander Kovel and his wife affended the meeting for the purpose
of airing a complaint they have regarding war games which are taking
place in the immediate area of their camp on the banks of the Parker
River. He said that these war games are constantly being played on
land owned by Joseph Story. Mr. Kovel stated that plastic bullets
are used by the players and these "bullets" are filled with red dye.
He added that the games often start as early as 7 : 30 a.m. and do not
end until 7 : 00 p.m. and the noise is a terrible invasion of their
peace and quiet. He said that the players . have even entered their
cabin while they were not there and have shot the dye all over the
windows and walls . Mr. Kovel said that the game is run by a Mr.
Arsenault of Saugus , who charges the players for the right to play
and sells them pellets and refreshments including beer on the property.
Police Chief Merry said that the game used to be run on land owned
by Story on the Northern bank of the river, near Oldtown Hill , but
was moved across the river approximately three years ago, after
complaints from the Trustees of the Reservation. He added that the
"Pursuit" business had everything in order at that time, but he had
not talked to Story or Arsenault about it recently. The Board felt
reluctant to condemn the war games until Zoning Enforcement Officer
David Caldwell investigates and makes a determination. The matter
will be looked into as soon as possible.
The- meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MARCH 14 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 28, 1989 W34 32 , 753 . 89
P34 20 , 906 . 06
RS20 408 . 18
March 7 , 1989 W35 141 , 103 . 35
P35 64 ,156 . 42
SR9 1 ,953 . 90
RS21 204 . 93
The Town of Rowley is celebrating their 350th anniversary and
they have innvited the Board of Selectmen to join with them in their
planned activities . A letter will be sent to the Rowley Officials
letting them know that we will be glad to participate with them in
their celebration.
It was noted that there are people picking the dump on Saturdays .
The Board asked Chief Merry if he would check to see that this practice
is stopped because of safety reasons . The Chief stated that he would
look into the situation.
A letter from Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority was
addressed by the Board. The letter stated that they are currently
engaged in developing an Environmental Impact Statement, Alternatives
Analysis and Preliminary Engineering for an extension of Commuter Rail
from Ipswich to Newburyport. Adding that the purpose of the letter
is to inform us that work has indeed started and requested our co-
operation with their technical representatives . The Board was in
complete agreement that the Authority should be notified that they
have the complete cooperation of the Selectmen and we look forward to
meeting with their technical representatives .
The Byfield Fire Department, d/b/a Protection Fire Co. #1
requested that an all alcoholic, one-day liquor license, for on
premises consumption,. be issued for the Annual Firemen' s Ball to be
held at Gov. Dummer Academy Gymnasium on Saturday, March 18 , 1989 ,
from the hours of 5 : 30 p.m. to 1 : 00 a.m. The Board unanimously
granted their request.
At 7 : 50 p.m. a public hearing was held on petition of New
England Telephone and Telegraph Company and Mass Electric Company,
Petition #624 , dated January 30 , 1989 , to move one pole 7/64S now
adjacent to property owned by BKF Industries, Inc. There was no
opposition voiced. Mr. Moinahan, a representative of Mass Electric
spoke in favor. The hearing was closed and the matter was taken
under advisement. The hearing resumed and Selectmen unanimously
granted their request.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a representative - U. S. Healthcare, Phyllis Mann,
attended the meeting and presented information to the Board that
described the health care policy that she said could be an alternative
to the Blue Cross program. She left information about the program
and it will be studied by the Board.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 14 , 1989
By a unanimous decision of the Board, a Notice of Non-Exercise
of Option, regarding land of Susan P. Little, was signed. The land
is more specifically described as "5 . 26 acres of land from R35-8 ,
Boston Road, Newbury, Mass. , being a portion of Parcel 3 , described
as Book 9300 , Page 529 , with Essex Couth District Registry of Deeds .
Also known as Lot 104 , on plan dated December 7 , 1988 . " No opposition
to this was voiced. (Note: This property is under M.G.L. 61A, S14 ) .
Mr. Joseph Arsenault, who operates the war games called "Pursuit"
on the property of Joseph Storey along the Southern bank of the Parker
River west of the Route 1 Bridge, attended the meeting. Mr. Arsenault
was not on the agenda, however, out of courtesy, he was allowed by
the Board to speak briefly as to why he was at this meeting. He
said that after reading the newspaper, regarding the War Games, he
felt that he should come and clarify a lot of the printed information
that was not true.. First of all he said that for a $10 . 00 fee, he
equips the participants with guns that shoot pellets that release
paint. He said that he has never sold beer as Mr. Kovel and his wife
have complained and he does not allow drinking or smoking during the
games . He said that the 19 times he conducted the games , the couple ' s
cabin has never been entered or vandalized. Building Inspector David
Caldwell was called upon by the Selectmen. Mr. Caldwell stated that
he visited the site three times but did not see the games in operation.
He said that his only authority was, if a business was being conducted
without a permit. Police Chief Merry said he could find no definite
violation, but only found some trash on the property. Selectman
Adams said that his only concern was if a business was being conducted.
Mr. Arsenault stated that Mr. Story does not charge him for the use
of his land, adding, "I do have a cooler and I do sell soft drinks . "
Mr. Caldwell was asked for his recommendation and he said that he
would come up with a determination. Mr. Arsenault stated "I do
charge ten dollars and they do get their equipment from me. " Mr.
Caldwell stated that he will send a copy of his report to the Kovels
and to the Selectmen.
In other business , the date of holding the Town Meeting was
discussed. Finance Committee Chairman Bruce Irving said that he
would recommend delaying the session, because his Committee is unsure
of the money the town will be receiving from the State. Chairman
Machiros suggested and the other members agreed to call the town
meeting on April 18th as scheduled and continue it to a future date
(tentatively May 16th) . The election date will still be the 22nd of
April . The nock town meeting is scheduled for April 13th.
Selectman Tevald plans to go to Russia with his son who will
play hockey there. A motion was unanimously passed to have Selectman
Tevald present a Newbury Flag to the officials of the town where the
hockey game is scheduled to be held, and we would be most appreciativ
if we could receive a Russian Flag in return.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MARCH 28 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I.
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 14 , 1989 W36 39,851 . 40
P36 18 , 401 . 85
RS22 8,406 . 67
March 21 , 1989 W37 19 , 508 . 07
P37 62 , 936 . 52
Mr. John Morris was present at the meeting. He addressed the
Board and requested permission to construct a driveway from Downfall
Road to property that he owns within the Town of Newbury. He said
that he wishes to improve the said road, a public way in the Town of
Newbury, to facilitate ingress and egress from his property. He
presented an Indemnification Agreement that he wished the Board to
sign. After reading the Agreement, the Board informed Mr. Morris
that they would like to have Town Counsel look it over first and
they will follow his advice.
Paul Turbide and Robert Kelly, representing Port Engineers ,
attended the meeting to discuss a plan they have that will add ten
to fifteen years to the life of the troubled landfill . Their plan
is a mining process in which the bottom layers of dirt underneath
the trash are uncovered and used as a cover:-.. The lower areas of the
dump would then be filled with newer refuse, while the excavated
dirt would go on the top, allowing the area to accommodate more dumping.
Mr. Kelly estimated the cost of the study which will include test
t
borings at $25 , 000 . He said that for the possibility of saving the
Town one million dollars in closure costs, a $25,000 study is quite
reasonable. The Selectmen were in agreement that mining may be a
cost-saving answer to the Town ' s trash future. Mr. Kelly said that
he would like to emphasize that even if the mining process is a
success , the town should still pursue other trash disposal options,
suchas a transfer station and recycling, to develop a sensible long
term plan. .The Board was in agreement to start the first phase of
Port Engineering ' s Plan.
In other business , three residents .of Parker River Drive appeared
at the meeting and complained about a "one-way sign" which was put up
recently on the cul-de-sac. The sign directs motorists to go to the
right, and drive counter-clockwise in the circle. Mr. William Lepito
said that the sign seems to direct drivers directly up his driveway
at number 18 . Dr. Stephen Weider of No. 20 , presented a petition
signed by 20 residents of the immediate area, saying that they were
not informed of the posting of the sign and asking that it be removed.
Richard Bolton of 19 Parker River Drive said that it seems impractical
for everyone to go around the "merry-go-round" . The residents were
of the opinion that the sign was posted as a result of complaints by
a neighbor who has had disputes with other resident. The Selectmen
stated-'. that they will discuss the matter with Chief Merry in order
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) March 28 , 1989
to clarify the reason why the sign was erected.
Mr. Lawrence Jones , Kent Way, attended the meeting and asked the
Board if they would notify him if at any meeting, Mr. Robert Kelly was
on the agenda for the purpose of discussing his proposal to widen Kent
Way as part of his plan in purchasing the Howard Johnson property.
The Board said that if Mr. Kelly did attend a meeting for that purpose
he would be notified so that he might also attend the meeting to address
his concerns with reference to the widening of the Way.
Mr. Walter L. Yale attended the meeting for the purpose of
notifying the Board that he was applying for a "Change of Manager
License of B.Y. - Field Associates , Inc. , d/b/a D & J Liquors from
Richard C. Boettcher to Walter L. Yale. He wishes to have a hearing
on the matter and the Board was in agreement that such a hearing will
be held on April 11 , 1989 at 8 : 00 p.m. Mr. Yale will see that the
hearing will be advertised in the Newburyport News.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 11 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 28 , 1989 W38 122 , 552 . 51
P38 20 , 220 . 95
RS23 105 . 00
April 4, 1989 W39 68, 265 . 59
P39 62 , 975. 02
The Board unanimously approved the transfer of a liquor license
from B. Y. Field Associates, d/b/a D & J Liquors at 53 Main Street from
Richard C. Boettcher to Walter L. Yale. Mr. Yale said that he was
buying out his partner, Boettcher, and will be the manager of the store.
The subject of the one-way sign at the cul-de-sac on Parker River
Drive was once again brought before the Board by residents of the Drive.
Harold St. Claire of number 17 Parker River Drive said that it was his
opinion that the one-way sign was necessary for public safety. He also
urged the erection of a slow-children sign and a posted speed limit of
20 MPH. Chief Merry was asked for his opinion, and he said that if a
bear-to-the-right sign was available, he would prefer that type rather
than "one-way A sign of that type is on order, and will take the
place of the one-way sign. The Board was in complete agreement.
A complaint about an unoccupied trailer on Fruit Street was brought
before the Board by Mr. and Mrs . Theodore Kirby, 52 Fruit Street. The
Building Inspector, David Caldwell , was asked for his recommendation.
Mr. Caldwell stated that the trailer is on property which Hilda Walsh of
Georgetown, is a trustee of a minor who owns it. The trailer has no
water, it has broken windows and beer bottles and cans inside and out.
He also added that the property is a manace to public health and
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued ) April 11 , 1989
safety, although not a hazard. The complaintants were given permission
by the Board to call upon the Police, if loud parties are held there
that are proving to be an annoyance to them. The matter will be looked
into by Mr. Caldwell , who said that he would find the owner of the
trailer and ask that they clean it up. Chairman Machiros said that
this is the first step - to ask if they will correct the situation
and give them a reasonable amount of time to comply. . Should they not
agree to clean it up, the Board was in agreement that they will "dig
in their heels to solve this problem" .
The Annual Town Meeting which was scheduled for April 18th will
not be held on that date and the Board expects that it will be held
either the latter part of May or early in June.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 25, 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present. Selectman Tevald has just returned from the
Soviet Union where he accompanied his son' s hockey team on a two
week tour. While there he traded a Newbury Flag for a Ukranian
Banner. He said that his son' s team, the North Shore Raiders, was
chosen to play Soviet and Czech teams . The Raiders won three of
the four games they played and Jeremy Tevald was named most valuable
player in the first contest.
On April 22nd, Chairman Machiros was elected Selectman for
another three year term. The Board reorganizes at the first
Selectmen' s meeting following the election, and by a unanimous vote,
Selectman Machiros will serve as Chairman for the ensuing year, and
as Selectmen' s Coordinator for a three year term. Also by a unanimous
vote, Selectman Tevald will serve as Clerk for the ensuing year and
Selectman Adams will serve as third member of the Board.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
April 11 , 1989 W40 141 , 362 . 53
P40 17 , 521 . 89
April 18 , 1989 W41 19 ,248 . 26
P41 63 , 126 . 92
RS24 2 , 657 . 75
It was voted unanimously to post warrants at the following
locations in Newbury: Richdale, Pearson Complex, Byfield Post
Office, Dick' s Variety, P. J. ' s Variety and the Library in Byfield.
The subject of the railroad revival was next on the agenda.
Representatives of Mass Bay Transportation Authority were present and
presented their latest plans for the revival . Their plan calls for
the line that ends in Ipswich to extend to the Route 1 Traffic Circle
They said that the State has earmarked twelve million dollars of a
1988 bond issue to pay for half the cost of the work. The other por-
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 25 , 1989
tion is expected to come from the Federal Government. The Selectmen
voiced their support for the project, and informed the representa-
tives that the Board wants a fully approved impact study from them
and they will also be expected to work closely with the Conservatio
Commission on this project. The Representatives were in complete
agreement with these requests .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MAY 9 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
April 25 , 1989 W42 22 , 562 . 30
P42 21 ,433 . 41
May 2 , 1989 W43 147 , 837 . 59
P43 65 , 028 . 96
SR11 1 ,953 . 90
The matter of the attendant at the town landfill being suspended
for his conduct of improprieties was discussed by the Board who
unanimously voted to schedule a hearing on the matter for Tuesday,
May 23rd at 8: 00 p.m. A letter advising him of the hearing will be
delivered to Mr. Webb in hand. The letter will advise him that it
could be anticipated that the hearing will be held in Executive
Session, in accord with Mass General Laws , Chap. 39 , Section 23B. It
will also advise Mr. Webb that under the provisions thereof he has
a right to be present, to have counsel or a representative of his
own choosing present and attending for the purpose of advising him
and not for the purpose of active participation in said Executive
Session. For the record: Under date of May 5 , 1989 , Mr. Webb was ,
hand delivered, a notice that he was suspended for his conduct of
improprieties as a landfill attendant for the Town of Newbury. The
letter further informed him that he has been suspended without pay
until further notice and that he would be notified of a hearing
regarding this matter. Mr. Webb refused to sign for the letter.
Fire Chief Verne Noyes and Captain of the Byfield Fire Depart-
ment William Pearson have notified the Board of Selectmen that Mr.
photis Theodorou is the operator at the Gulf Station located at
13 Central Street in Byfield, and at this station there is an under-
ground storage tank that is leaking gasoline into the ground, thereby
contaminating the ground and causing a fire and explosive hazard of
the affected area. He has been notified by the two officials to take
immediate action to remove the storage tank and to recover the leaked
gasoline from the contaminated ground located at the Gulf Station
at 13 Central Street, Byfield, and any other area contaminated by
the leak. Mr. Theodorou was also ordered that all flammable and/or
explosive vapors in the area listed above be reduced to a level that
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) May 9 , 1989
will eliminate the fire and explosive hazard in the affected area,
thereby insuring safety to the residents of Byfield. A copy of a
letter dated April 19 , 1989 was presented to the Board for their
record. The two officials stated that Mr. Theodorou had been also
notified prior to April 19th, but there was no action taken by him.
The Board unanimously agreed that the Fire Chief should notify him
that if he does not co-operate and correct the situation immediately,
his License to Sell will be revoked.
In other business, the Selectmen unanimously agreed to sign a
Notice of Non-Exercise of Option, regarding the Robert L. and
Sylvia Upton property located at 283 High Road, Newbury, and described
in a deed from Robert L. Upton, dated June 5 , 1973 , and recorded with
the Essex South District Registry of Deeds , in Book 5980 , Page 756
(containing 6 . 28 acres , more or less ) . The Notice of Intent to Sell
has been submitted to the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws,
Chapter 61A, S. 14 .
The Board unanimously agreed to ask all department heads to
attend informational meetings on May 22nd and June 5th in order to
discuss their respective budgets . The public is also welcome to attend
these meetings at which time they will be able to ask any questions
they might have in order to prepare for the annual town meeting on
June 13th.
The Board also agreed to hold a meeting on May 30th at 7 : 30 with
engineer Robert Kelly of Port Engineering to discuss the needs of
the Town Landfill .
The Selectmen also unanimously appointed Deputy Police Chief
Andrew Avelis, Jr. , as an Assistant Harbormaster and his term will
expire June 30th, 1990 .
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MAY 23 , .1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
May 9 , 1989 W44 125 , 232 . 62
P44 21 , 394 . 09
May 16 , 1989 W45 168 , 823 . 68
P45 65, 004 . 37
RS25 1 ,612 . 69
At the meeting held on May 9th, Fire Chief Verne Noyes and
Captain William Pearson alerted the Board that Mr. Photis Theodorou,
who operates the Gulf Station, located at 13 Central Street in Byfield
has an underground storage tank that is leaking gasoline into the
ground, contaminating the ground and causing a fire and explosive
hazard of the affected area. The Board unanimously agreed (at the
May 9th meeting) that the Fire Chief should notify Mr. Theodorou that
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) May 23 , 1989
he should correct the situation immediately, or his License to Sell
will be revoked. Fire Chief Noyes was in attendance and reported that
Mr. Theodorou said that he was really making an effort to have the
tank removed and asked for a little more time to do this . A motion
was unanimously passed to forward the information to Town Counsel for
his immediate action.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a hearing regarding the misconduct of landfill
attendant Albert Webb was scheduled. Mr. Webb was asked if he cared
to have an open hearing or a closed one. He stated that he wanted a
closed hearing. Chairman Machiros then asked for a motion to go into
Executive Session with respect to this matter. Selectman Adams made
the motion that the Board go into Executive Session. By a roll call
vote, Selectman Tevald seconded the motion and Chairman Machiros made
it unanimous and stated that the Board would reconvene after the
Executive Session. At the end of the Executive Session, a motion was
unanimously passed that the hearing be closed and the matter taken
under advisement. The hearing then resumed, and a motion was unani-
mously passed to dismiss Mr. Webb from service, and he will receive
notice of his dismissal in writing. A motion was unanimously passed
to go back into regular session.
In other business , the Selectmen scheduled a hearing on a dog
complaint for June 6th, at 7 : 30 p.m. The complaint is from John
McKeown of Brock Avenue, Plum Island, concerning a dog owned by his
neighbor William MacKinnon of 3 Brock Avenue.
Upon Chief Merry' s recommendation, the Board appointed nine full
time lifeguards and six substitutes . Full time are Jeff Jones , John
Stebbins, Tom Mahon, Eric Bell , Kim Magner, Dana Atherton, Shane Smith,
Peter Hursty and Kirsten Spanger. The Subs are Amy Dondero, Laura
Nastasia, Rocco Nastasia, Gene Novak, Bob Cattan and Scott Barney.
Chief Merry suggested that the Lifeguards begin their service in May
and serve through September. The Board was in complete agreement with
this .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
t
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 30, 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present. A public hearing was held regarding the Landfill .
Robert Kelly, representing Port Engineering with reference to
final closure plans of the landfill was present along with interested
residents .who had questions they wished to have answered this evening.
Chairman Machiros introduced Mr. Kelly to the group stating that he
would be making a presentation of his plans and if they' had any
questions at all this was a good time to get the answers .
Mr. Kelly described what was presently being done at the landfill .
Brush and metal are being separated and that is expected to give us
a half year ' s extension. A long term plan has not as yet been finalized.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) May 30 , 1989
A solid waste management program will be drawn up with a twenty
year approach. A program will start right after the town meeting.
A regionalized program will be looked into and a transfer station
will be sending materials to another community. It would make
sense to enter into a regionalized program. Integration makes sense,
as working on a community level would not be cost effective. Citizen
advisory groups would also be very helpful .
Nicholas Metcalf asked about what happens to the materials
in the mining process and Mr. Kelly stated that soil type materials
can be sold or re-used as cover material . Elizabeth Banus asked "How
are you going to evaluate the hazardous materials . " He answered that
test bits will be used by a geotechnical firm who will be working for
US. Chairman Machiros added that the DEQE will be involved and they
will be checking for signs of hazardous waste. Bruce Irving stated
that testing will be done by EPA certified labs and were we to discover
any toxic materials, DEQE will be given 24 hours ' notice. Mrs . Banus
asked how the landfill will be operated in the future, and how will it
be monitored to prevent the dumping of hazardous or toxic materials .
Mr. Kelly answered that first of all we have to educate the public and
get out written materials for them to read. Right now we are working
with a center in North Andover in order to get involved on a regional
basis, but we must get out written materials in order to educate the
public. People at the landfill will be watching carefully. No batteries ,
( just for an example) will be allowed. We plan to have a one-day-a-year
program when hazardous materials can be disposed of . By having a cent
open one day a year, it would be most cost effective. Patsy Brown in-
quired when the planned procedures will be starting and Mrs. Kelly
answered that the actual mining will be starting next year. Designing
for the building facility will start right away and will be ready next
year. By 1991 every community will be required to recycle 250 of their
waste materials. Grant money is expected to be coming soon. Materials
will be separated - "Newspapers - all plastic, glass and cans - Rest of
your trash. " Mr. Irving said "education is extremely important. There
will be regional haulers who are well educated in using techniques to
make sure that the materials are separated. Mr. Banus said "I applaud
your efforts highly, however, I do have grave concerns regarding the
mining process , we have testing instruments and by proceeding very
slowly, doing one small area at a time, the odor will be kept down and
the danger will also be 'kept down. A health and safety plan must be
in place as ordered by the DEQE. Mr. Banus asked "at what point now
will .the public be involved in the process?" Answer - Town meeting
will be next, when the people will have a chance to voice their opinion
on the article (which is to see if the Town will vote to raise and
appropriate the sum of $87 , 000 as a supplement to the Board of Health
Account for the purpose of complying with mandated engineering rules at
the town owned landfill as directed by the Mass Department of Environ-
mental Quality Engineering. )
A motion was passed to close the hearing and take the matter under
advisement. The hearing resumed and a motion was unanimously passed,
"that the Board of Selectmen fully support the proceedings on obtaining
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) May 30 , 1989
grant assistance from the Massachusetts Small Cities Program toward
implementing a regional recycling facility, minimizing long-term
health risks at the current landfill , and this will be filed by the
12th of June, 1989 . "
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JUNE 6 , 1989
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The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
In accordance with General Laws, T. E. , Chapter 140 , Section 157 ,
a public hearing was held concerning a dog complaint. The owner of
the dog is Mr. William MacKinnon, 3 Brock Avenue, Plum Island, Newbury.
The complaintant is Mr. John McKeown, 4 Brock Avenue, Plum Island.
All parties that were present who wished to speak regarding the dog
were officially sworn in by the Town Clerk.
Mr. McKeown was first to address the Board. He stated that his
neighbor (MacKinnon) has a dog that comes into his yard and destroys
his property, such as a hammock, decorations around the yard, etc. He
said he spoke to Mr. MacKinnon about the dog and his response was that
it wasn't his dog causing the damages. He said that one day when he
looked out, Mr. MacKinnon' s dog was wrapped around his hammock and had
pulled it off the track. He went over and Pattie Mustone, who lives
at 3 Brock Avenue also, came over and untangled the dog and never
attempted to put the hammock back on the track. The dog in question
also tore up a set of covers on McKeown' s property. Mr. McKeown said
that he has a small peek-a-poo dog which is always on a leash in the
yard, and the dog is afraid to go out now on account of the big dog
coming into the yard. We have to go out with her. We have lived there
for twenty-one years and never had any problems with dogs before. I am
just here to see what can be done about this problem. I am not looking
for any money for damages. My dog is never off the rope. I guess
what I 'm asking is that he just restrain his dog. Carol Abarbanell ,
neighbor, said, "I live right across the street from Mac. She presented
the Selectmen with a list of times that she had seen MacKinnon' s dog
over in Mac' s yard. She had made a note of twenty different occasions
between May 4 and June 5 , and the times would range from 6 o' clock in
the morning until 9 : 45 at night. She said "The dog is always in Mac ' s
yard, and I really support his statement that things are constantly
being disrupted because the dog is in his yard so much. I just don ' t
think the dog should be damaging his property. Mr. MacKinnon then
addressed the Board and said that 90% of the time his dog is tied. At
this point he brought out a spiral dog stay (a new one that he had just
purchased) and said that his dog is usually tied to one similar in the
back yard. He said that he felt that his dog was no problem to the
neighborhood. He said that he did offer to pay for some covers that
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 6 , 1989
Mr. McKeown had accused his dog of ruining, but "Mac wouldn't
take any money" . Mrs . Lynn Rurak addressed the Board saying that
she has had no problems with any of the dogs . They are all related
and there are three of them, including Mr. MacKinnon' s . She added
"I have a five year old and there has never been any problem" .
Mrs. Winters , owner of one of three dogs has never had a problem.
Mrs . Jean Moran said that she is the owner of one of the three dogs
and she ties him up on the mornings of trash pick-up. I have a
child and never had any problems at all . Animal Control Officer
Richard Cunningham was asked for his opinion of the situation.
He said that the pups that seem to be discussed here this evening
are related and they are just pups; run like six year old pups .
"I have had complaints about some of the dogs . If you want my
recommendation concerning the dog that Mr. McKeown is complaining
about, I would recommend that Mr. MacKinnon' s dog be ordered re-
strained on a leash when they are not at home and put a time limit
on it. When the dog has grown, perhaps the dog will act differently.
In answer to a call regarding McKeown' s complaint, I go there at
10 : 05 a.m. Officer Clifford was there ahead of me. I think the
dog was removed before I got there, and I believe there had been
some damage as the glider was off its rocker. McKeown ' s dog was
on a little leash and Florence McKeown was with the dog. "
A motion was unanimously passed to close the hearing and take
the matter under advisement. The hearing resumed. Chairman Machiros
said "People tend to reject a leash law. I personally have known
Mr. McKeown for many years along with the Ruraks and the rest of
you here this evening. I don't see you people trying to resolve
this issue and I would strongly advise that you do try, as a public
service and as your neighbor. This animosity is not good. Through
the statute, Mr. McKeown has a right to complain about the dog.
I think that if you all gave a little bit and keep in mind that
this couple is along in years and should be able to enjoy the peace
and quiet that they desire in their own surroundings . " Selectman
Adams made a motion to restrain the dog for six months . Selectman
Tevald said that "Mr. MacKinnon has already said that he restrains
the dog when he is not there, so I don't feel that this is going
to be a hardship. " By a unanimous decision of the Board the dog
is to be restrained for a period of six months while no one is at
home, and if someone is at home, the dog is to be controlled. The
Animal Control Officer will review this case from time to time and
report back to the Board.
In other business , Mrs . Karen Kelly Boxell has written a letter
stating her interest in filling the vacant Moderator ' s position
caused by the recent and sudden death of our good friend John Salter.
We will miss John, as he served the town well in many ways.
selectman Adams stated that he would like to see Dick Joy take th
position as he has had much experience as Moderator at mock town
meetings . Selectman Tevald said that he would like to second Mr.
Adams ' motion and he thought it very important that we try to find
someone who has had moderating experience. Adding, "I would leave
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 6 , 1989
it up to Mr. Joy. He might feel somewhat limited. " Chairman
Machiros made the motion unanimous , and Mr. Joy will be contacted
tomorrow to ask if he would accept the position. Mrs . Boxell will
be notified of the decision of the Board and invited to include her
name on the ballot at the annual election in the Spring.
In other business , regarding the vacant position as landfill
attendant, the Board came up with two possibilities among the
applicants that have applied. John Koney, Old Point Road, Plum
Island and Joseph H. Noel , 156 Elm Street, Byfield. An appointment
will be set up with the Highway Supt. and he will report back to
the Board as to his recommendation on the two men.
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JUNE 14 , 1989
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
In accordance with General Laws, T. E. , Chapter 140 , Section 157 ,
a public hearing was held, concerning dog complaints . The owners of
the dogs are Peggy Winters, 76 Old Point Road, Thomas Moran, 7 Finnegan
Way, Lynne Rurak, 8 Finnegan Way, William MacKinnon, 3 Brock Avenue.
The complaint was brought by Alcide A. Chartier, 83 Old Point Road,
in behalf of his wife, Antonia Chartier. All parties that were present
who wished to speak regarding the dogs were officially sworn in.
First to be heard was Antonia Chartier. She said that she was out
taking a walk on Old Point Road on the afternoon of June 8th, when
four dogs circled around her and pushed her down in the marsh. She
said they bit her on her arms, her back and her head, and she had
bruises all over and bites that required stitches . She said that they
had approached her before when she would be walking, but they never
attacked her until this particular day. Chairman Machiros asked if
there was anyone present who witnessed the dogs attacking Mrs. Chartier.
Jason Marbet said he had just gotten off the school bus and was check-
ing the mailbox when he heard someone screaming. He said that he saw
the dogs knocking Mrs. Chartier down in the marsh. He ran and tried
to beat them off with rocks and sticks, but they they coming back.
He said that the school bus driver, Deborah Shore, also came to help
out. She was the person who took Mrs . Chartier to the hospital . Mr.
Chartier said he saw what was happening from the window in his home
and he rushed to the scene with a hammer, and even then the dogs
would not leave. Mr. Chartier said that a woman 'by the name of Cary
Anderson (not present at the hearing) tried to shield his wife by
covering her. He said that his wife had a long jacket on and she
felt that her injuries would have been worse, had she not had it on.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 1�4 1989
Patty Mostone, who lives at the MacKinnon residence, said she heard
the dogs barking from her house. She said her dog did not seem to be
directly involved, but was barking from a distance. She said she
took her dog home and called the police and the dog officer. Harold
Whittaker, 10 Brock Avenue, said he heard the dogs barking and saw
Patty Mostone bringing her dog home. Peggy Winters said that she
was not at home at the time, adding that her dog had been tied to a
tree. She said she was told about the attack when she got home and
she and her husband felt so badly that they offered to pay Mrs .
Chartier ' s doctor ' s bills , but when their insurance company investi-
gated the matter, they said that the Winter ' s dog was not solely
responsible as other dogs were involved. She said that she was sorry
and she was having her dog put to sleep in ten days. Thomas Moran
said that he was sorry too. His dog is four years old, and he never
considered him to be a vicious dog. He has never gone after any-
one before. He said that he ' s tied up now - even in the house. Lynne
Rurak said her dog Max was just in the wrong place at the wrong time
but he was so old, he just seemed to be hanging around off in a
distance. Jason Marbet said that when he was running to Mrs . Chartier ' s
aid, he saw two large shepards biting Mrs . Chartier. Asked if he
could identify the dogs, he said "yes - they were the biggest, black
and beige and brown in color. William MacKinnon said that he didn't
feel that his dog was responsible. He said that he did not witness
the attack. Chairman Machiros said that he owned a shepard one, and
one on one, a dog is tame, but get 3 or 4 together, and you wouldn't
recognize your own dog. Mr. Winters spoke and said that he was very
upset and he was going to put his dog to sleep. "They get in a pack
and they get weird. We offered to pay the bills. I will say that
Rurak' s dog Max is a good dog. Chairman Machiros said he wanted to
commend Mr. & Mrs . Winters for making a very hard decision. The
hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement. The
hearing resumed and a recommendation from the Animal Control Officer
was called for. Mr. Cunningham was in agreement that Winters ' dog
should be destroyed and the other two shepards - restrained full
time, adding that he hoped that if anyone in the neighborhood should
see the two shepards loose, that they would notify the authorities .
Chairman Machiros stated "we do have facts that three dogs were in-
volved in this altercation. A full restraint means that the owners
have ten ( 10 ) days to appeal the decision to the District Court. "
The Selectmen voted unanimously to have the Winters ' dog destroyed
and the MacKinnon and Moran dogs fully restrained permanently.
In other business , Chief Merry addressed the Board and said that
he would like to recommend that as a result of a number of complaints
concerning the Beachcomber at Plum Island, the Board of Selectmen, as
the Licensing Authority, call a hearing regarding violations of noise
and other complaints . Adding that there has been a formal investiga-
tion made. Chairman Machiros stated that he personally had many
verbal complaints . He had asked for complaints in writing, but the
people would say that they were afraid of retaliation having been
threatened. The Board unanimously agreed to hold a hearing on June
22nd at 8 : 00 p.m. and Mr. DeStefano will be notified of this hearing.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 14 , 1989
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
May 23 , 1989 W46 25 , 726 . 59
P46 19 , 310 . 37
May 30 , 1989 W47 114 , 585 . 57
P47 65 , 193 . 29
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris. Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JUNE 22 , 1989
Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 138 , Section 23 ,
a public hearing was held regarding Beach Haven, Inc. , d/b/a Beachcomber,
to consider the revocation of the All Alcoholic Liquor License. Paul
DeStefano representing the Beachcomber, was present and addressed
the Board, requesting a two week continuance in order that he might
have a lawyer present. It was the unanimous decision of the Board
that Mr. DeStefano had had plenty of time to arrange for a lawyer, and
further informed him that they felt that he had plenty of time to even
place a telephone call to them to request a continuance. The Board
unanimously denied his request. At this point, Mr. DeStefano walked
out of the hall . The hearing was held as scheduled and Chief Merry
was the first to address the Board. He said that as a result of numerous
noise complaints and complaints of violations regarding the liquor laws ,
he began a formal investigation of the Beachcomber Lounge on Plum Island
Blvd. , operated by Paul DeStefano. He said that on two different
occasions , an undercover, under age police officer was served alcoholic
beverages without being asked or checked for proof of age. The office
also heard a waitress ordered to serve patrons after the closing time
of 1 : 00 a.m. and he further observed these patrons being served the
alcoholic beverages . It was as a result of these complaints and viola-
tions that he requested the Board of Selectmen, as the Licensing Authority
to call the owners of the Beachcomber before the Board regarding the
allegations of violations . Officer Keith Reardon, Georgetown Police
Department, who was the undercover, under age officer, was present and
substantiated in detail what Chief Merry had said. He presented his
written report to the the Board and it is on file. Susan Mallon, a
former waitress at the Beachcomber, was present and described conditions
at the establishment. She said that on May 25th she cam into work and
was told by Mr. DeStefano that she was fired., that he was going to let
her go. She asked why and he told her that nobody minds his business.
She said that she felt that this action on his part stemmed from some-
thing that happened on the night of May 23rd. She said she came into
work at six p.m. and Mr. DeStefano had gone to the hospital to see his
new grandchild. There were approximately twenty people at the Bar.
Mr. DeStefano had indicated that he would be back soon. She said that
he came back about 9 : 45 and was very intoxicated and wanted to celebrate.
He turned the music up to the loudest volume and opened the windows .
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 22 , 1989
She said he told her to serve drinks to the people at the bar because
it was a night of celebration. She said that people were holding their
ears because of the loudness of the music. She said that the police
came down about 10 : 30 p.m. to investigate the noise. She said Mr.
DeStefano closed the doors but he kept going out. He was getting
more intoxicated and he kept telling her to set up more drinks . She
said she felt that the people there were going to be too drunk to
drive, especially if they had any more, and she told Mr. DeStefano this .
He banged his fist and swore and carried on. She said that she was
frightened and she did serve a few people. She said that she was
afraid of what DeStefano might do, he was so intoxicated by closing
time. There were three people who stayed with her to see that she got
out alright. She said that when she went into work the following
Thursday morning, he told her she was fired. Mrs. Mallon said that she
first began working at the Beachcomber on Memorial Day, 1988 , and at
that time Patricia DeStefano was her supervisor. She said that at no
time did Mrs . DeStefano ever ask her to serve drinks close to closing
time, but from January on, in 1989 , she was asked to serve drinks
when it would be ten minutes to bar time. She said that it was not
unusual to come in in the morning only to find that she had to clean
up bottles of beer that were hanging around. She said that she thought
they ought to fire the night bartender because she had to clean up the
place when she got in to work in the morning.
Timothy Leonard, who lives at 25 Plum Island Blvd. , addressed the
Board and said that he had called the Newbury Police Department on
numerous occasions to register complaints about the Beachcomber Lounge,
and this has been over a period of the past three years . More recently
he even contacted the Massachusetts State Police Barracks in Newbury.
He said that he has had tenants move out because they couldn't stand
the constant noise, including fights in the street at 1 : 30 a.m. , 10 to
15 motorcycles all starting up at 1 : 00 a.m. and revving the motors for
5 to 15 minutes and live bands during weeknights , waking his children
on school nights . He said that there is serious over-crowding on
weekends which results in restroom problems , causing patrons to leave
the building and to urinate outside in broad daylight beside his home.
Sometimes urinating right in front of his son and other children playing
on the street. He stated all of this in a letter which he presented
to the Board and the letter stated "I think it is about time for the
Selectmen of the Town of Newbury, the Newbury Police, and the Alcoholic
Beverage Commission to take immediate action to solve this ongoing
problem. "
There were five residents who live close to the Beachcomber who
attended the hearing and they all described the terrible conditions that
exist at the establishment, including motor vehicles knocking down a
chain link fence; 40 - 50 motorcycles parked all over the street.
They all substantiated the statements made by Mr. Leonard and felt
that it was time to put an end to all the troublesome things they have
been forced to put up with.
Chief Merry said that he wanted to bring something else to the
Board' s attention. One of the ads in the local news stated "Every
Sunday is Jam Session at the Beachcomber 4 - 8 p.m. All are welcome" .
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 22 , 1989
He was of the opinion that they needed a specific permit for this on
Sundays , and to his knowledge, the Beachcomber does not have that
special permit, adding, "and this is according to State Law" . Attorney
Scott Hill-Whilton was present and said that he believed Chief Merry
was correct. They do have a permit to have a live band and dancing.
Mr. DeStefano has assured the Board that he would co-operate time and
time again but nothing ever changes, and complaints are still being
registered with the police department. It .was noted for the record
that a separate public hearing will be held regarding the dancing,
jukebox and visual table games on- July 11 , 1989 , at 8 : 00 p.m. to con-
sider the revocation, modification or suspension of those licenses.
A motion was passed to close the hearing, and take the matter under
advisement. The hearing resumed and Chief Merry was asked for his
recommendation. He said: "Based on all the facts that were presented
this evening, involving the alleged liquor law violations and the
testimony that you have heard this evening from Officer Reardon and
Susan Mallon, my recommendation would be to ask for a suspension of
the liquor license for a period of thirty days . " "Also, in light of
the information that Paul DeStefano' s name does not appear on the
license -- a manager is supposed to be of good character and show
responsibility and due to the complaints in the way that Paul is handling
the Club, I would recommend that Mr. DeStefano be barred from the
operation of the Beachcomber Lounge for a period of at least one year.
I know he has the right to appeal to ABC, but if you ask me for my
recommendation -- based on the testimony that we have heard this
evening, I would advise handling it the way that I have suggested. The
Board unanimously agreed to accept Chief Merry' s recommendation. A
motion was passed to suspend the liquor license for a period of
thirty days and take whatever action is necessary to bar Mr. DeStefano
from conducting the duties as Manager of the Beachcomber. Atty.
Hill-Whilton was in agreement with this decision.
1 The hearing was closed at 10 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JUNE 26 , 1989
The Selectmen's meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 6 , 1989 W48 21 , 428 . 39
P48 16 , 935 . 76
June 13 , 1989 W49 79 , 550 . 53
P49 70 , 942 . 08
RS26 840 . 00
June 20 , 1989 W50 31 , 563 . 22
P50 17 , 258 . 74
RS27 2 , 380 . 00
SR12 1 , 953 . 90
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) June 26 , 1989
There was nothing on the Agenda for the evening. The Selectmen
signed various pieces of correspondence.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 12 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
June 27 , 1989 W51 160 , 269 . 84
P51 200 ,624 . 17
June 28 , 1989 W52 77 , 740 . 69
P52 20 , 197 . 29
RS28 571 . 85
June 29 , 1989 W53 49 , 523 . 48
SR13 (FY89 ) 2 , 584 . 10
P53 (FY89 ) 8 , 447 . 09
The subject of Olde Byfield Centre at Newbury was the first
business to be discussed. Lawrence Jones, 10 Kent Way, Byfield, was
at the meeting and he presented to the Board a copy of a letter that
he said will be sent to Nancy Baker, c/o Massachusetts Environmental
Protection Agency, in which the concerns of local residents were ex-
pressed. He said that his home abuts the ten acre Centre and his
concern, as well as many of the neighbors, was the heavy traffic which
will be involved. He also had a private way, that will serve as the
main access road into the site. Richard J. Kelly of Burlington is
the developer. In an environmental notification form submitted by
Kelly to MEPA, it is estimated an increase in the average daily volume
of vehicles on Central Street from its current 5 , 000 to 12 , 050 after
completion. Vehicles on Kent Way are expected to increase from 100 per
day now to 7 , 150 daily. The Board heard from several of the neighbors,
and after hearing their concerns about the traffic; who the tenants
are going to be; safety of the school children with the added traffic;
noise and pollution; the added trash going into the already threatened
landfill ; the added strain of the development ' s consumption of 5 , 800
gallons per day on our town wells; the 458 parking spaces , and will
that amount of spaces adequately provide for the 7 , 000 cars that are
expected daily; and if parking is a problem, how will that affect Kent ' s
Way. Chairman Machiros stated that all the local officials can do is
take part in the process, adding that the State officials are the ones
that make the decisions . A motion was then passed to forward a letter
to Ms . Baker at MEPA informing her that the Board' s main concern is the
congestion and dangerous conditions that would ultimately 'result from
the excessive traffic flow that is identified by the traffic study that
was done by Eastern Engineering Collaborative, Inc. , representing
R. J. Kelly Company.
At 8 : 15 a pole hearing was held on petition of New England Telephone
and Telegraph Company, Plan 3040 , dated June 20 , 1989 , to lay under-
ground conduits , manholes, wires and cables under Newburyport Turnpike,
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 12 , 1989
from existing Pole #1/1090 Westerly to the Governor Dummer property
line by the discontinued end of Elm Street. Robert Derosset, repre-
senting the Telephone Company spoke in favor. He assured the Board
that no roads will be dug up. There was no opposion voiced. A motion
was unanimously passed to close the hearing and take the matter under
advisement. The hearing resumed, and relying on the assurance received
from Mr. Derosset permission was unanimously granted.
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 140 , Sec. 181 and 183A, a public hearing was
held with reference to Beach Haven, Inc. , d/b/a Beachcomber, to consider
the revocation, modification or suspension of the following licenses :
Dancing, Jukebox and Visual Table Games. Attorney Morris Goldings,
Boston, Mass. was present at the meeting representing Mr. Paul DeStefano
who operates the Beachcomber. Attorney Scott Hill-Whilton was present,
representing the Town. Chairman read a copy of the notice of the
hearing that had been served on the Beachcomber. Attorney Goldings
addressed the Board and stated that he had objections to the notice of
hearing that was received by his client and he was opposed to the way
the hearing was opened. He said his reasoning was that the notice was
too vague, and he felt there was a definite lack of rules and regulations
regarding the various lienses that the Beachcomber holds . He said that
from what Mr. DeStefano has told him there had been very few complaints
brought to him directly, and from the notices that he had received,
Attorney Goldings said he couldn't see any basis for revocation of any
of the licenses that the Beachcomber holds. Attorney Hill-Whilton
addressed the Board and said that yesterday Attorney Goldings was faxed
a list of thirty complaints and this was during the course of fifty-
two weeks ; and, as for the lack of rules , the Statute does not require
any rules . The letter of complaint from Mr. Timothy Leonard was also
addressed. Attorney Goldings did not seem to place too much importance
on any of the complaints, and when the subject of loud music was
addressed, Mr. DeStefano stated that he got rid of two bands because
they were too loud. Chief Merry said that there have been many times
that the officers have gone down in answer to noise complaints and
Mr. DeStefano has always given the officers the assurance that he
wants to cooperate and always gives them the same statement - "Not to
worry - I ' ll take care of it" , and from 43 minutes to 24 hours, the
officers are back there again because of a noise complaint. It ' s just
an on-going situation. He indicates a willingness to co-operate, but
it ' s an on-going thing and it is getting worse. '.'- -Mr. DeStefano said
that he has moved the area of the bands and he has done everything.
The Board felt that he has failed to live up to all his statements of
"I ' ll take care of it" . The residents who were present with complaints
addressed the Board and told of how the noise is unbearable, and when
the operators of the Beachcomber were told to turn down the volume, it
would be lowered for about a half hour and then it would be turned up
as loud as before. They told of the disruptive conduct of the patrons,
especially after closing time when they continue to party in the
parking lot, screaming and laughing and urinating anywhere and every-
where, not only after closing time, but during the day, and it doesn't
matter if children are present or not. The patrons race the motors of
their vehicles and the motorcycles are rev'd for about 15 minutes at a
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 12 , 1989
time, after one o' clock in the morning, keeping everyone in the
neighborhood awake. A petition was submitted to the Board by DeStefano
in support of the Beachcomber, urging the licensing authorities to
allow the continuance of operation. The petition failed to address
the issues of noise and disorderly conduct. The Board was of the
opinion that Mr. DeStefano had failed to cooperate, because one complaint
after another still continues . Chief Merry stated that in his opinion,
you have to have responsible people running places such as this , and
we need something more sound than his (DeStefano) "cooperation" ,
because then we ' re back to where we started, and based on the number of
complaints that we have had, I would suggest a suspension, as I have
recommended before. I would support a suspension. " Attorney Hill-
Whilton stated that no complaints have been presented to the Board re-
garding the Visual Table Games , and therefore, in his opinion, the
Board did not have the right to suspend that particular license. A
motion was unanimously passed to close the hearing and the matter was
taken under advisement. The hearing resumed, and Selectman Adams made
a motion that the dancing license and the jukebox license be revoked.
Selectman Tevald seconded the motion and Chairman Machiros made it
unanimous. The Board made it clear that this action is to take effect
immediately. The hearing was closed. Attorney Goldings at this
point said "If that is your decision, I ' ll see you in Court. "
Next on the agenda was the subject of the Parker River, The
Division of Marine Fisheries , David L. Chadwick/Senior Biologist, has
sent a letter to the Board informing them that it has come to their
attention that there appears to be a serious fecal contamination
problem within the Parker River, Plum Island Sound Estuary. Mr.
Chadwick was present at the meeting. He addressed the Board and said
that he and other biologists have been actively involved in sampling
this area during the past month. He went on to say that in some places
the fecal coliform counts leaped as high as 2400 , and that was at the
Route #1 Bridge. Test results were similar on Newman Road. He said
that he was astounded, as these counts were even higher than Boston
harbor where 450 million gallons of treated sewage are dumped each
day. He described the options that are open to us. #1 . An emergency
closing of the Clam Flats. #2 . Restrictive Area - but that opens up
the flats to anyone in the Commonwealth. The Clammers present were
definitely against the restrictive area option. Mr. Chadwick said
that another possibility is a classification of "prohibited" , which
would ban shellfishing completely. The high counts mean that the shell-
fish are beginning to retain the pollution, making them unfit for
consumption, Chadwick said. The Selectmen and Shellfish officials
said that they will band together and help the State Officials take
future water readings and search for possible sources of the coliform
increase. The testing will start tomorrow morning and will continue
daily with the hope that something can be done to change things around,
and the clammers can get back to work. Mr. Chadwick stated that if
the counts are lowered suddenly over the next few weeks, the flat could
be opened, adding, "It can clear up in a few days if you stop the
source. " The Police Department will have officers watching for illegal
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 12 , 1989
dumping along the river. Biologist Jeff Kennedy, who works with Mr.
Chadwick will also be working with the volunteers.
Road materials bids were received and read by the Selectmen. Bids
were received from Penn Culvert, Hi-Way Paving, Gravel World (Biddeford,
Maine) , Bell & Flynn, Middlesex Corp. , Gradall and Trimount. A motion
was passed to turn the bids over to the Highway Supt. for his inspection
and recommendations . His recommendations were as follows : Middlesex
Paving ( lowest bid for hot top) ; Penn Culvert and Gravel World. He
added that Gravel World might be a problem as far as meeting time limits
(being located in Maine) . The Board accepted Mr. Osgood' s recommenda-
tions and said that the bid for Gravel World will be a tentative accept-
ance providing they can meet the requirements and meet the Highway
Supt' s needs - time limit very important. All bids are on file in the
Selectmen' s Office.
A complaint was received from George McGuire, 25 Columbia Way, Plum
Island. Mr. McGuire said that a recent change in the entrance and exit
of the parking lot on the corner of Northern Boulevard and Plum Island
Turnpike has been causing traffic problems with cars and pedestrians
coming from all directions . He said that he has had two near accidents
since this new exit has been opened. He said that the parking lot is
owned by Mr. Phillips . Chief Merry will look into the situation.
A letter of resignation was received from Building Inspector David
S. Caldwell , The Selectmen accepted his resignation with regret and a
letter will be sent to him thanking him for his many years of service
to the Town.
In other business , the Selectmen set the date of July 25th when
a hearing will be held regarding the transfer of a beer and wine license
now held by Country Cookin' to Buddy' s Restaurant of 2 Fruit Street,
Byfield.
The Selectmen appointed Charles N. Powers as Building Inspector,
filling the vacancy caused by Mr. Caldwell ' s resignation. He was also
appointed to the position of Compliance Officer for the Conservation
Commission of which he is chairman.
Yearly appointments were made and are on file in the Selectmen' s
Office.
The meeting adjourned at 11 : 50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 25, 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
July 11 , 1989 W1 111 , 013 . 72
P1 27 , 407 . 22
July 18, 1989 W2 48 , 472 . 43
P2 20 , 946 . 02
July 25 , 1989 W3 94 , 655 . 33
P3 30 , 248 . 70
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 25 , 1989
Chief Merry stated that two full time lifeguards have left and he
recommended to the Board that two of his substitute lifeguards fill
the positions. Upon his recommendation the Board appointed Scott
Barney and Joseph Mello to fill the two vacancies . Chief Merry said
that Thomas Meehan has gone to Salisbury and Eric Bell left and didn 't
complete his lifeguard training.
The Board appointed Gage Kelly of Salisbury to fill the position
of Treasurer' s Clerk for a probationary period of six months .
A request for a fund raising drive by the Firefighters for muscular
dystrophy on July 30th and September 3rd at the intersection of Rolfe ' s
Lane and High Road was approved by the Board.
A request from Martha Little deArias to use the Green on September
30th from 9 to 2 p.m. for a collection center for the needy of the
surrounding communities . The rain date of October 7th was also requested.
Permission was unanimously granted.
In accordance with MGL Chapter 138 , a public hearing was held at
8 : 00 p.m. to transfer the beer and wine license now held by Ronald and
William Pearson, d/b/a Country Cookin' to Buddy' s Restaurant, Scott
DeHetre, owner. There was no opposition voiced regarding the transfer
and Scott DeHetre spoke in favor. The hearing was closed and the
matter was taken under advisement. The hearing resumed and a motion
was unanimously passed to grant the transfer of the license.
Animal Control Officer Richard Cunningham was present. at the meet-
ing and asked the Board how things stood concerning his budget for the
next fiscal year. He asked if the 5% raise still stands . He was told
it would take a Special Town Meeting in order to take from available
funds . Mr. Cunningham asked "is there any way you make up part of it
by my putting in a bill by the month for the use of my truck. The
Board asked him why he didn't put in his expense account for two months ,
and then the special town meeting will be held in the Fall . Selectman
Adams said "if money is available, I think that what he is looking for
is an additional amount" . Mr. Cunningham suggested $50 . 00 a month or
$600 . 00 a year. He added, "one other item, I would like to be considered
a Department Head when the budget meetings are held next winter so that
I might attend. "
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
AUGUST 8 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 1 , 1989 W4 16 , 615 . 34
P4 18 , 915 . 06
SR1 2 , 538 . 55
August 8 , 1989 W5 50 , 223 . 67
P5 25 , 929 . 40
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) August 8 , 1989
Richard Passeri was present with Gary Larson, who was representing
Drummey Rosane regarding the plans for the new school addition. Mr.
Larson had site plans with him which gave the Selectmen an update on
just how far things have progressed to this date. He gave an extensive
report on how the new addition to the school will look, and he also
described where the parking areas will be, both for the school busses
and also the areas for cars to park. He showed where the curbing will
be and described where the catch basins will be located taking care of
any drainage problems. He said that the completion of the design will
still be down the road a while and probably will be ready in about a year
at which time he will attend another Selectmen' s meeting so the Board
will be able to voice their opinions .
At 8 : 00 p.m. a public hearing was held on petition of Massachusetts
Electric .Company and New England Tel & Tel Company, Plan 625 , dated
June 28 , 1989 , to add a pole on Elm Street North of the Middle Street
intersection, adjacent to Governor Dummer Property. There was no opposi-
tion voiced and Jack Moinahan, representing Mass Electric spoke in
favor. The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement.
The hearing resumed and permission was unanimously granted.
A group of Byfield residents appeared at the meeting with reference
to the proposed Olde Byfield Centre at Newbury project. They asked the
Selectmen if they would re-examine the variance that was issued regarding
this project. They went on to say that they fear the original plans
for office spaces will be changed and will house more retail stores
which will cause traffic congestion and inadequate parking. The Board
stated that the matter has been referred to Town Counsel and they will
follow his advice. They said they cannot stop the project unless Atty.
Lagoulis tells them they have a legal right to do so. Mr. Lagoulis
addressed the Board and said "I have to look at his variance, I have to
look at his plans, then I can give these people an answer to their
questions .
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
August 22 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 15 , 1989 W6 36 , 928 . 87
P6 20 , 255 . 75
SR2 193 , 197 . 92
August 22 , 1989 W7 18 , 507 . 18
P7 31 , 348 . 01
Richard Kelly, the developer of Olde Byfield Centre at. Newbury
was present at the meeting for the purpose of answering questions and
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) August 22 , 1989
addressing concerns of local residents. The Board was in agreement
that Mr. Kelly has all the proper permits for the work that has been
done up to this time. Mr. Kelly said that the State is conducting
an Environmental Impact Report on the area and the results of the
report are expected in about a month. The area residents that were
in attendance seemed. ma.inly interested in learning who was going into
the complex and the traffic that will result in possible serious
congestion in the Byfield center area as well as Kent Way. Mr. Kelly
couldn' t give the residents any information as far as the tenants
that will be occupying the complex, however, he did say that he will
have the residents concerns in mind when the complex is rented.
Local Shellfish Commissioners requested that the flats be opened
on Mondays so that they might make up some of their financial loss
that occurred during the months when the clam flats were closed.
The Selectmen unanimously granted their request.
The subject of a special town meeting was discussed between
members of the Finance Committee and the Selectmen. A definite date
for the meeting will be set in the near future. The purpose of the
special town meeting is to balance the budget.
Selectmen appointed Donald E. Rowell as Deputy Harbormaster,
Special Police for Waterways and Shores, for the ensuing year.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
.SELECTMEN' S MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12 , 1989
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 29 , 1989 W8 40 , 176 . 72
P8 19 , 222 . 49
SR3 1 , 816 . 01
September 5 , 1989 W9 153 , 957 . 28
P9 67 , 178 . 57
SR4 (Tr.Fund) 119 . 00
SR4 2 , 835.. 04
After review of the draft of the hydrogeological package, put
together by Port Engineering, the Selectmen unanimously passed a
motion to finalize the draft and send it in to the Department of
Environmental Protection for their review.
Chief Merry was asked to keep up the patrols as far as the
Parker River pollution problem is concerned.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
September 26, 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 12 , 1989 W10 36 , 662 . 21
P10 20 , 833 . 84
September 19 , 1989 W11 33 , 752 . 77
P11 67 , 921 . 99
SR5 738 . 85
The Selectmen set a date for a hearing for the transfer of a
liquor license for the Corner Cupboard on Hanover Street. Robert and
Geraldine Conboy of Byfield are buying the store. David and Carolyn
Brown are the present license holders . The hearing is set for
October loth at 7 :30 p.m. The Board informed Mr. Conboy that they
would have to see a copy of the Purchase and Sales Agreement at the
time of the hearing.
At 7 : 45 p.m. October loth, Mr. David Chadwick from the Purifi-
cation Plant will attend the meeting with regard to the pesticides
that are used to spray for mosquitos. Mr. and Mrs . Gregory Banus of
Hay Street were at the meeting and said they were concerned that the
malathion that is used by Essex County Mosquito Control could and has
been proven to affect the central nervous system of bees, fresh water
fish and some types of birds , based on information supplied to them
by a U. S. Environmental Protection Agency hotline based in Texas.
They added that although the pesticides have not been proven to be
harmful to humans , they did not want to take the risk in finding that
they are in the future. The concerned residents were in agreement
that they approved of the mosquito control for younger mosquitoes and
larvae because it does not use potentially harmful chemicals . Al-
though Chairman Machiros and the other Board members said they under-
stand the concerns of the residents they said they could not ban the
use until further information is received from the mosquito control
project.
The matter of town employees receiving a 7% raise in salary was
discussed and will be voted on at the special town meeting which will
be held at the Newbury Elementary School on October 24th at 7 : 30 p.m.
When it was learned that school employees were receiving 7 to 8 percent
raises, and town employees have been trying to live on last year' s
budget figure, employees of the town felt that a fair settlement should
be made for them also, and the Board was in agreement with this . The
Finance Committee Chairman, Bruce Irving, was present at the meeting,
and confirmed that there are enough surplus funds from last year
called free cash to pay for the 7% raise.
A request was received and granted for the Sunday School of the
First Parish Church to use the Green on October 1 , 1989 , from 9 : 30 to
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) September 26 , 1989
11 :00 for a picnic. Mr. Bert Noyes will be notified of the Board' s
decision.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
October 10 , 1989
The Selectmen ' s meeting was : held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 26 , 1989 W12 83 , 370 . 58
P12 21 , 029 . 12
SR6 1 , 700 . 00
October 3 , 1989 W13 146 , 376 . 60
P13 71 , 111 . 88
Howard Reith from RCH Water Testing, Richard Chadwick and Jeff
Kennedy from the Division of Marine Fisheries were all at the meeting,
and the subject of contamination in the Parker River was brought up
for discussion. Chairman Machiros said that recent coliform counts
slong the Parker River have improved since July. He added that the
Board of Selectmen acting as the Board of Health have checked septic
systems along the river and residents have pumped or repaired faulty
systems. He said that the Board was treating the systems individually
and are also requesting clay barriers be included in the repairs to
insure no seepage into the river. Dr. Reith, who has been conducting
tests on the river since July, said that when he. first began the test-
ing, the river was in rough shape, but .now the river is beautiful .
He added that the only problem areas are in the vicinity of Hay Street
and Middle Road, and the pollution there was due to bird and livestock
fecal contamination, not human waste. He said at the Route lA Bridge,
the counts fall . Chairman Machiros said the problems with the high
count in July was because of dumping by a septic system hauler. How-
ever he explained that the police are constantly checking in order
to catch haulers , and he asked residents to report any suspicious
activity.
Mr. Chadwick addressed the Board. He said that he has been given
to understand that there might be money available from the State
Department of Agriculture to protect the river. He and his colleague
Jeff Kennedy explained that they recently have begun closing the
clam flats to digging for five days after one inch of rain and three
days after a half inch._ Mr. Kennedy said that according to the
testing procedures , the waters are contaminated and once it becomes
contaminated, it tends to stay that way for quite some time. Shell-
fish commissioners and Clammers were in attendance and questioned
the accuracy of the tests, as well as the timing of the closings .
Mr. Chadwick replied that after a heavy rain, he didn't think they
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) October 10 , 1989
could find a clamflat that can remain open. Mr. Kennedy said that
if testing warrants it, the closures of the clam flats may be
reduced. Mr. .Chadwick said that the regulations they must follow have
been in force since the 1930 ' s and could use some updating. The clam
flats are open now and the shellfish commissioners received permission
from the Board to open the flats on Sundays to help compensate for
the days the flats have been closed recently. Selectman Adams said
that he felt that these meeting are very important to the Clammers
and the Board was in agreement that future meetings will be held.
In other business the Board approved the transfer of a liquor
license for the Country Cupboard on Hanover Street from David and
Carolyn Brown to Robert and Geraldine Con boy of Byfield.
The -meeting adjourned at 9 . 15 p:m. - - t • i A-r
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
November 14 , 1989
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 10 , 1989 W14 44 , 171 . 47
P14 16 , 922 . 79
Escrow Fund W7 4 , 500 . 00
SW7 409 . 00
Capital Projects Funds W7 149 , 092 . 68
Trust Funds W7 35 . 00
October 17 , 1989 W15 23 , 652 . 39
P15 70 , 584 . 13
October 2.4 , . 1989 W16 58 , 055 . 38
P16 19 , 954 . 89
RS W8 3 , 999 . 38
October 31 , 1989 W17 133 , 883 . 91
P17 70 , 316 . 63
SR9 514 . 20
Nov. 7 , 1989 W18 80 . 056 . 00
P18 18 , 847 . 26
Retro-Active P18 18 , 070 . 02
Trust Fund SR W10 27 . 95
SR W10 178 . 10
In accordance with Chapter 369 , Acts of 1982 , Section 1 , a public
hearing was held on the determination of the percentage of the tax
levy to be borne by each class of real property for fiscal year 1990 .
The Board of Assessors addressed the Board and recommended that all
commercial , industrial and residential property be taxed under a single
rate. There was no opposition voiced. A motion was passed to close
the hearing and the matter was taken under advisement. The hearing
resumed and by a unanimous decision of the Board, all commercial ,
industrial and residential property will once again be taxed at a
uniform rate this fiscal year. The hearing was closed and the
assessors will forward the proposed rate and financial information to
the Department of Revenue for approval .
In other business, Mr. Michael Roy was present at the meeting
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Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) November 14 , v
and addressed the Board. He asked the Board if they would approve of
establishing a fund which would be for the celebration of Christmas on
the Green. He said that he and Doug Noyes and other residents have
been collecting contributions for the party and with the Selectmen' s
approval , residents will celebrate this year ' s first town celebration
on Sunday, December loth at 3 : 30 p.m. on the Upper Green. He added
that his committee has already collected $200 . 00 in donations . Santa
Claus will arrive by a horse drawn carriage and he ' ll greet all the
children and give out candy. At 4 : 00 p.m. a choral group will sing
Christmas carols . The Newbury Garden Club will be on hand to serve hot
chocolate and refreshments. Clothing for the needy is also tentatively
set to be collected. After hearing Mr. Roy' s request and his plans for
Christmas, the Board unanimously approved of setting up a new fund to
be established by the Town for Christmas on the Green. Contributions
can be mailed to the Newbury Christmas Fund, c/o the Town Clerk.
Upon Chief Merry ' s recommendation and after careful consideration,
the Board unanimously appointed Kathy Dow as a part time Dispatcher
and Matron, and Ronald Ward as a part time Dispatcher.
By a unanimous decision of the Board, Selectman Alan Adams was
appointed to serve on the Recycling Committee along with Bruce Irving
and Bob Kelly.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
November 28 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 14 , 1989 W19 45 , 578 . 89
P19 72 , 188 . 00
November 21 , 1989 W20 158 , 032 . 85
P20 25 , 538 . 13
SR11 95 , 967 . 92
As required under Chapter 138 , of the General Laws as amended,
a public hearing was held at 8 : 00 p.m. on the application of Ronald 0.
Pearson and William P. Pearson, d/b/a Byfield General Store, Inc. to
transfer the retail wine and malt beverage license now held by them to
Tracy Apothecary Corporation, d/b/a Byfield Pharmacy at the same address .
Mr. John Tracy is the principal owner and his son John Tracy, Jr. will
be the manager. The new owners said that they would operate the store
in an orderly manner and John Tracy, Jr. assured the Board that even
though his age is 21 , he is a very responsible individual and could see
no problems in managing the store. There was no opposition voiced in
regard to this transfer. The hearing was closed and the matter was
taken under advisement. The hearing resumed and the Selectmen unani-
mously granted the transfer, accepting it as it was written up in the
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 28 , 1989
newspaper ad in which the name Apothecary Corporation was printed
instead of Tracy Apothecary Corporation.
Mr. & Mrs. Roger Chouinard of 55 Middle Road, along with Mrs .
Pamela Callery of 53 Middle Road, attended the meeting and complained
that old tires, half an oil tank, scrap metal and other construction
materials have been dumped on the land next to their property. Chief
Merry told the Board that an officer had investigated a complaint
that half an oil tank had been dumped on the property about two weeks
ago, but said that in his opinion, the owner has the right to leave
it there. Chairman Machiros asked the Chief to find out if there is
any material on the property that could pollute the area. Chief Merry
will check into the matter and speak with the owner of the property
with a view to clearing up the debris that has been dumped there.
The Attorney General ' s office has sent a check for $4 , 990 in
payment for a bid-rigging scheme by concrete contractors some years
back. Contractors involved have made restitution.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
. December 12 , 1989
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 28 , 1989 W21 56 , 542 . 82
P21 109 , 160 . 15
December 5 , 1989 W22 52 , 811 . 19
P22 19 , 982 . 01
SR-W12 1 , 979 . 36
Federal Drug Fund W12 80 . 31
Licenses for the coming year were signed by the Selectmen.
There was one renewal of a liquor license that was not approved,
pending Town Counsel ' s advice. (The renewal was for the Beach-
comber Restaurant with whom the Town has been involved in litigation
during 1989 . )
Mr. Thomas McArdle, a resident of Boston Road, was present at
the meeting. He said that he was concerned about the safety of his
well . He was afraid it would become contaminated if two wells were
drilled across the Street on the side of the old landfill . He said
that in his opinion, if drilling was done, it would stir up contami=
nants in the soil that would enter the two new wells and would eventually
seep into his unprotected well . Selectman Adams stated to Mr. McArdle
that wells that are put in now are lined to prevent any contamination.
Mr. Ronald Garand of 40 Boston Road was at the meeting and asked
the Board if something could be done about debris that is being dumped
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) December 12 , 1989
on both sides of the road leading to the landfill . Chairman Machiros
stated that the Highway Department does pick up at least two to three
times per year. He added that it is an ongoing condition, and with the
small crew on the Highway Department, he felt that they do an excellent
job. Chief Merry will check Boston Road and report back to the Board.
Mr. R. J. Kelly attended the meeting regarding his project "Olde
Byfield Centre at Newbury" . Due to the fact that there was not ample
time to notify concerned residents, Mr. Kelly will attend the next
Selectmen' s meeting on December 26th, when questions that the Board,
as well as residents have, will be addressed.
Robert Woolf was unanimously appointed to serve on the Recycling
Committee for the Town of Newbury.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
December 26 , 1989
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 12 , 1989 W23 626 , 196 . 45
P23 81 , 705 . 98
SRW 13 92 . 32
December 19 , 1989 W24 79 , 051 . 68
P24 18 , 747 . 59
The Plumbing Fees were increased to $30 . 00 for two inspections
plus $2 . 00 per fixture. Gas permit fees were increased to $30 . 00
( 3 fixtures ) .
Mr. Robert Kelly was present at the meeting and the subject of
the landfill "dump" was discussed. Mr. Kelly brought the Board up to
date on the plan that is in progress at this time. He said that he
wished to outline the recycling plans that he has been working on, and
in his opinion, by recycling, coupled with the mining of old construc-
tion debris and other space consuming refuse, the dump could stay open
up to eight years or more. He said that part of the project is ex-
pected to begin in three or four months with a household hazardous waste
collection. He brought with him a 17 quart blue bin which is slated
to hold recyclable bottles and newspapers . His plan also includes
biodegradable bags which will definitely be required at the landfill ,
once his program is in full force. The bags will be available at a
reasonable cost at the Town Hall and the funds received from the sale
of the bags will go toward the expense of running the dump. Another
meeting for informational purposes will be held in the near future.
Mr. Richard Kelly attended the meeting with reference to his
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) December 26 , 1989
project Olde Byfield Centre. He answered a few questions that the
residents had. The Board stated that they are still concerned with
the traffic problems that are likely to exist when the number of cars
increases to a "record high figure" . Their feeling is that the streets
and more especially Lunt Street, are very confined areas , and the
Selectmen said that they had a problem accepting the traffic study which
was put together for Mr. Kelly. In their opinion, the intersection of
Lunt and Main Streets is extremely dangerous and more especially in
the area of the Little League Ballpark. on Lunt Street. Another concern
was the matter of police detail during the peak hours at the complex.
Who would be responsible for getting someone out there - our local
police department, or would Mr. Kelly have a private detail of his
own, who would cover whenever needed. Sidewalks were discussed and
Mr. Kelly made note of all of the problem areas . He said that he plans
to go to great lengths to satisfy all of the concerns that the Board
has. Selectmen informed him that until all of their concerns are
addressed, and they are comfortable with the answers , they will not
endorse his project. Mr. Kelly accepted this and said he felt confident
that all problems can be ironed out.
A special town meeting is scheduled to be held January 30th.
Articles concerning the new school building addition will be voted on
as well as the Great Meadows Farm agricultural license. Town Counsel
advises that there must be a town vote authorizing the lease of
the Great Meadows property.
A dog hearing concerning a complaint of Robert Chamberlain,
Rowley, is scheduled to be heard on January 9 , at 7 : 45 p.m. The owner
of the dog is Daniel Madigan, 14 Greentree Lane in Byfield.
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
January 9 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 26 , 1989 W25 184 , 618 . 57
P25 75 , 737 . 08
SR W14 1 , 979 . 36
Tr. Fund W14 78 . 00
January 2 , 1990 W26 40 , 643 . 76
P26 17 , 552 . 38
SRW 15 91 . 98
Tr. Fund W15 214 . 00
Capital Projects W15102 , 936 . 98
Chairman Machiros stated for the record, that in reference to
the project "Olde Byfield Centre" , he met at the site with Mr. Kelly,
who is heading the project; his engineer and the Police Chief , on
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) January 9 , 1990
Monday, December 8th at ten a.m. Together they walked along the
problem areas that are of great concern to the Board. The concerns
of increased traffic, once the Centre is in full operation, the safety
hazards were once again addressed which include the Little League Ball
Park area. The areas of Larkin Road, Central Street to the Fire Station
and the Post Office were reviewed. Chairman Machiros said that he felt
that the traffic problem areas should be addressed step by step and
corrected to the satisfaction of every member on the Board. He suggested
that Selectman Adams and Selectman Tevald would prefer to walk the areas
aforementioned themselves , and if the problems are not resolved before
February 15th, we should notify MEPA of our concerns .
At 7 : 45 p.m. a dog hearing was scheduled regarding Chamberlain
versus Madigan. The matter was resolved, prior to the scheduled hear-
ing. Mr. Madigan wrote a letter to the Board in which he stated that
the dog is no longer at his address . Mrs . Chamberlain was notified of
this , and she said her only concern was that the dog might re-appear
and if so, she will notify the Board. The Chairman asked if anyone in
the audience had any interest in this matter. There was no one present
for that purpose, and the hearing was closed. The matter was taken
under advisement. The hearing resumed and the Selectmen voted unanimous-
ly to dismiss the case, keeping in mind Mrs . Chamberlain' s comments .
The sale of the Margaret Furlong property at 147 High Road was
addressed in a letter from Ted Shepard, Realtor. The letter served
as a "notice of intent to sell" . Mr. Shepard will be notified that the
proper Notice of Intent form should be forwarded to the Board so that
they might waive the Town' s right to purchase. The Board stated that
the town had no interest in purchasing the land and when the proper
form is filed, they will attest to the fact that they hold no interest
in purchasing the land.
The following licenses were renewed by the Board:
Installer ' s Permits : Stephen Murphy/Up Country Landscaping;
Harris Contracting; Charles E. Killam; Jackman Builders ; Hazen Brown
Construction Co. ; Abbott Construction; Bruce Hiller; new Installers-
Lawrence Kelley, Forest Carter, Brian Sheehan; Class II Licenses -
Angie ' s Service Station and Offshore Concepts Corp. d/b/a U. S. #1
Marine; Virginia Moore, Parking Lot; Norman Beckman, Antiques ;
Clifford Willey and Robert Ducott, Jr. - Haven II ; Clifford Willey -
Dick' s Variety; Scott DeHetre - Buddy' s Restaurant; PITA Hall - Plum
Island; Mary Webber Antiques ; Norma and Harold Reader, Antiques ; ,
Daniel Orfant - Antiques & Frames ; Eleanor Miller - Restaurant; Martha
Hopping - Antiques ; Fred Frezise and Robert Carleton - Antiques - Common
Victualler; Kay Moulton - Bait Shop - Sunday Ice Cream; Diane Morrell ,
Manicurist; Patsy Brown - Antiques; Angie Machiros - Buy, Create and
Sell Gifts and Woodcrafted items ; Dana Swanson, Newbury Country Market,
Inc.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
January 23 , 1990
The Selectmen" s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Alan I . Adams was absent.
Selectman Joseph S. Tevald was present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
January 9 , 1990 W27 32 , 597 . 17
P27 74 ,409 . 73
SR - W16 3 , 000 . 00
Trust Fund W16 336 . 00
Interest School Bond 8 , 881 . 25
January 16 , 1990 W28 67 , 079 . 49
P28 18 ,623 . 80
The Selectmen granted the following licenses : Clinton H. Elliott,
Installer ' s Permit; Alba Gouldthorpe, Antique Sales ; Susan Jaworski-
Stranc, Sales at Apple Cider Press and Prints ; Portside Motors, Inc. ,
Class I ; and Newbury Auto Sales , Class 3 . The Board took under advise-
ment the application of Gloria Merola for a liquor license at the
Beachcomber. Robert Merola owns the property. It was voted that the
matter be put on "Hold" until these matters have been filed with
the Appeals Board.
The meeting adjourned at 7 : 50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
FEBRUARY 13 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
January 23 , 1990 W17 65 , 696 . 50
W29 166 , 210 . 96
P29 77 , 254 . 78
W17-Tr.Fund 139 . 64
January 30 , 1990 W30 70 , 345. 70
P30 18 ,689 . 92
Building Inspector Charles Powers addressed the Board. He said
that Stephen Noyes came into his office and made out a building
application. On it he listed "Small Engine Repairs" as his reason
for applying for the permit. Mr. Powers stated that he had to deny
the permit, as "Small Engine Repair" is not a permitted use. Mr.
Noyes then received legal advise. He reapplied for a permitted use:-
"An establishment selling new or used automobiles and trucks , tires
and other accessories , aircraft, boats , motorcycles and trailers" .
The Building Inspector said that that range of activity usually
produces a lot of unusable materials that slowly collect and become a
nuisance - adding that there are no regulations in place for a
building inspector to control or prevent this nuisance from occurring.
The matter will be looked into further by the Board.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) February 13 , 1990
By a unanimous vote of the Board, Timothy Leonard was hired to
work for the Highway Department. The Selectmen were of the opinion
that Mr. Leonard will be an asset to that department.
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt and his Assistant Donald Rowell
will be asked to attend the March 13th meeting to discuss various
subjects pertaining to the Harbormaster ' s Department.
A Pole hearing was scheduled for 8 : 00 p.m. No one was present
representing either Mass Electric or New England Telephone, nor was
anyone else present with reference to the relocation of Pole 8/18
on School Street. The Board voted to close the hearing and take the
matter under advisement. The hearing resumed and will be scheduled
for a future date by the Town Clerk.
The application for a transfer of a license from Edward' s
Eatery, 51 Northern Blvd. , Plum Island, to "Island Cafe" was brought
to the Board' s attention, however, no one representing Island Cafe
was present and the matter was taken under advisement until the
representatives appear before the Board.
The subject of the Landfill will be discussed at the Feb. 27th
meeting, when Mr. Robert Kelly will be present.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
FEBRUARY 27 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 6 , 1990 W31 59 , 643 . 08
P31 71 , 776 . 52
W19 113 . 95
February 13 , 1990 W32 195 , 026 . 45
P32 19 , 432 . 00
February 20 , 1990 W33 76 , 440 . 58
P33 69 , 877 . 64
SW20 68 . 10
Russell Bookholz and Roger Thurlow were present at the meeting
with reference to obtaining a license to operate the Island Cafe,
51 Northern Blvd. They said that they plan to serve breakfast,
lunch and dinner. After a discussion regarding any parking problems
they might have whereas there is no parking on that side of the
street, the Chairman said that perhaps they should speak with Chief
Merry in order that no problems arise. Chief Merry said that there
have been no problems in the past at this location.
Robert Merola, owner of Beachcomber Restaurant, Plum Island, was
present at the meeting. The Board unanimously voted to accept the
transfer of a liquor license formerly held by Patricia DeStefano to
mr. Merola, who plans to operate a quiet restaurant - food as first
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) February 27 , 1990
priorty and liquor second. A public hearing will be held on March 13 ,
1990 at 8 : 00 p.m.
A letter was received from Police Officer Richard A. Health. In
his letter, Officer Heath requested the Board' s acceptance of his
resignation as a full time officer and said that he would like to
continue working as a reserve officer for Newbury. The Board accepted
his resignation with regret and granted his request to work as a reserve
officer. His letter is incorporated into the log book of minutes .
Chairman Machiros stated that Officer Heath has certainly proved to be
a great asset to the Town.
Robert Kelly, of Port Engineering, who has been .working on the
landfill project, was present at the meeting. He presented to the
Board three options for them to consider. 1 . To close the landfill
immediately. 2 . To close it next year. 3 . (the one he recommends ) -
To mine it, implement the fee structure and close it in seven years .
The process of mining would include excavating recently filled area of
the landfill , mainly the top 20 feet, and taking out refrigerators ,
batteries, solvents and other non-biodegradable material . The cost of
this recommended option is estimated at $310 , 000 for the next fiscal
year. The other refuse, which Kelly said is mostly wood, would be
chipped with a large tub grinder into mulch. After the mining is done,
residents dumping at the landfill would have to separate white goods
(appliances ) , demolition debris and other trash and dump each category
in specified areas . White goods and harmful material would be
shipped to where they could be properly disposed of . He suggested
fees for demolition debris , namely wood, that are based on the vehicle
used to haul the debris . The proposed fees are: residential cars ,
$5 . 00 ; mid-size pickups , $15 . 00 ; eight foot pickups $25 . 00 ; utility
trailers or modified pickups - $100 . 00 ; and dump trucks or packers -
$250 . 00 . Kelly projected $40 , 000 in revenue would come from the fees
for demolition debris and bulky waste (appliance) dumping. He said
that these fees are reasonable in comparison to costs to dump the
debris elsewhere. Mr. Kelly said that the recommended plan for mining
the landfill not only would help the landfill environment and add to
the life of the landfill , but it is also the most financially reason-
able. He said that to operate the landfill as is , implement a recy-
cling program, and close the landfill in 1991 , would total approxi-
mately $352 , 000 . Closing the landfill immediately and implementing
a recycling program, curbside pickup and transfer of trash out of
town would total approximately $632 , 000 . Selectmen unanimously voted
to support a plan designed to extend the life of the landfill by
seven. years . There was one interested resident, Constance Bowditch,
who attended the meeting and had several questions answered by Mr.
Kelly.
The following Articles were presented to the Board:
1 . To see if the Town will vote to accept the way known as
Old Farm Way as a Town Way in accordance with plans on
record with the Town Clerk.
2 . We, the undersigned, as registered voters in the Town of
Newbury, request the office of the Selectmen to lay out
Knobb Hill , as a road for acceptance.
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) February 27 , 1990
3 . We, the undersigned, as registered voters in the Town of
Newbury, request the office of the Selectmen to lay out
Parker River Drive as a road for acceptance.
The aforementioned Articles were unanimously accepted by the Board.
The following licenses were granted: Installers : D & B Construction,
Gary Bill , James C. Charles Contracting, Inc.
Byfield Fire Department was granted a one day liquor license for
the annual Firemen' s Ball .
Mr. K' s IceCream Mobile Unit, (Robert P. Kimball ) applied for a
license renewal . This renewal is questionable and was put on hold
by the Board.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary "
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MARCH 13 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
February 27 , 1990 W34 34 , 971 . 80
P34 24 , 951 . 79
March 6 , 1990 W35 34 , 229 . 23
P35 70 , 510 . 36
Tr.Fund W21 18 . 55
Sp.Rev. W21 2 , 037 . 19
Newbury Cub Scouts Jeff Gooden, Matthew Beckett and Adam Burke
together with their leader, Merrill Beckett, were present. Chairma
Machiros read a Proclamation which stated that the period of March
24th thru March 31st would be SCOUTING FOR FOOD - GOOD TURN WEEK, in
the Town of Newbury. The Board was unanimous in granting the Scouts
permission to collect food for the needy American families that
desperately need to maintain a minimally adequate diet.
At 7 : 50 p.m. a public hearing was held on the Petition of Mass
Electric Company, Plan 628 , to place six poles along Plum Island
Turnpike between the Bridge and Old Point Road, adjacent to property
owned by the Estate of Newell Adams and James Hartnett. There was
no opposition voiced and Jack Moinahan representing Mass Electric
spoke in favor. The hearing was closed, and the matter was taken
under advisement. The hearing resumed and permission was unanimously
granted.
The subject of the mock town meeting was discussed and the Board
was in agreement that Robert Kelly should be asked to attend that
meeting and let the people know just what the condition of the Land-
fill is in, and what plans are in progress as far as recycling is
concerned. The meeting date in April is uncertain at this time.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 13 , 1990
As required under Chapter 138 of the General Laws as Amended, a
public hearing was held on the application of Gloria Merola, d/b/a
Beachcomber, 23 Plum Island Blvd. to request an All Alcoholic Restaurant
License. Atty. Louis Cassis was present with his client Robert Merola
d/b/a Beachcomber Restaurant. Atty. Cassis stated to the Board that he
and his client realized what difficulties the Board had been having
with the Beachcomber during the time that Paul DeStefano was the operator
and they both wanted to assure the Board that the restaurant will be run
a lot differently whereas Mr. Merola plans to have a quiet restaurant
with 70 percent food and 30 percent liquor. They assured the Board, as
well as the concerned residents in attendance, that everything will be
done to maintain a quiet establishment and in turn the Board assured Mr.
Merola and his Attorney that if there is any trouble with noise or calls
to the Police by the neighbors , the Board will take whatever action is
necessary to see that there is no further trouble. Mr. Merola stated
that he is busy renovating the building and his son may take over the
restaurant at a future date. He promised the Board that if he did sell
the restaurant, he would bring the buyer before the Board for approval ,
before any sale goes through. Timothy Leonard, who lives near the Lounge,
brought in a petition with seven signatures stating on the petition that
they did not want any noise problems . Chairman Machiros reminded Mr.
Merola that there is to be no jukebox, entertainment, dancing or music.
Mr. Merola said that he understood, and agreed to this . He was also
advised to paint the trailer out back of his establishment and he agreed
to do this . Mr. Anthony Nowlan, 21 James Street, Winchester, Mass . owns
the property directly in back of the Beachcomber and has complained to
the Board that septic tanks have been installed on his land during the
time that he was not around in the winter months and he wanted to make
sure that something was done about it before the establishment started
up again. These tanks were installed while DeStefano was operating the
Beachcomber, and were put in to service the establishment. Mr. Merola
gave his assurance that the matter would be straightened out. The
residents,and more especially Timothy Leonard, voiced no opposition to
the Board granting the license. The hearing was closed and the matter
was taken under advisement. The hearing resumed and the Board stated
that after the stipulations are meet and subject to the ABC ' s approval ,
the license would be granted.
At the next meeting, March 27th, Essex County Mosquito Control will
be asked to send a representative to speak to the local residents who
are concerned about the spraying. Mrs . Elizabeth Banus who is one of the
group will be notified of this meeting. The matter is scheduled for 8 : 00
p.m.
Animal Contol Officer Richard Cunningham spoke briefly with the
Board about the local beach by-law that states "No dogs are allowed on
the Beach at certain times of the year. " He said he questioned the
effectiveness of it. He wondered if it would be possible to amend the
by-law, that if a dog was picked up on the beach, a fine should be
collected. The leash law fine should be paid before the dog is released.
He said that it was something he thought the Board could give some
consideration to.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) March 13 , 1990
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt and his Assistant, Donald Rowell ,
were present and discussed with the Selectmen the things that are
needed, such as a "Biminy Top" on the boat, in order to shield the
electronic equipment, as well as personnel, from the weather. After
careful consideration, the Selectmen granted the request of the
Harbormaster and appointed Michael McGrath :and Mark Yelinek as Asst.
Harbormasters.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
MARCH 27 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 13 , 1990 W36 177 , 915 . 85
P36 18 , 916 . 72
SW22 43 , 131 . 01
March 20 , 1990 W37 22 ,820 . 05
P37 73 , 127 . 30
SW23 49 , 505 . 60
Mr. Norman Dobson and Mr. Walter Montgomery from Essex County
Mosquito Control in Rowley were present along with several interested
residents as the subject of spraying vs . non-spraying was to be
discussed at this meeting. Mrs. Elizabeth Banus was asked to speak
about her concerns with spraying as she has been in contact with the
Board on several occasions . She said that in her opinion, after
reading materials describing the product malathion, she is convinced
that it is dangerous to our health and she felt that the people in
the town should have a right to decide whether or not the spraying
should continue this year. Several other residents stated that they
too had read up on the use of malathion and were equally concerned
about the affects that the spray could have on their health, not only
now, but down the road, side effects , might occur. Mrs . Banus stated
that she felt that if Mosquito Control concentrated on destroying the
larvae, the adult mosquito population would be drastically reduced,
but Mr. Dobson answered by saying that there are so many areas that
they would have to cover in order to destroy the larvae - adding
that developers come in build without any thought as to what is
happening to the land and as a result there are a lot of open culverts
which create the larvae, and if they were to cover every larvae area,
OT-e towns Just couldn ' t possibly afford to pay for the services rendered .
He went on to say that if the spraying for mosquitoes was stopped., many
individuals would use their own methods of spraying and what they would
be spraying with would be much stronger than the malathion that they
are using . There were a few residents present who said that if it wasn ' t
for spraying , they couldn ' t possibly go out in their yards the mosquitoes
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) March 27 , 1990
are so thick. The question was posed to the Mosquito Control
representatives : "If at the town meeting, resident voted to stop
the spraying, would you honor it? The answer was "yes" . Mr . Dobson
said .that he wished people would come to their place of business and see
Just how it is run. He said that he has had and 800 number added so
there will be no -cost to anyone with concerns and people can call anytime
to see what areas are going to be sprayed so that in case they didn ' t
want to be sprayed, they would know ahead of time and take the necessary
steps , such as shutting their windows , etc .
Shellfish regulations for the coming year were read and discussed.
Permits to dig clams in quantities in excess of the ten quarts per day to
a maximum of thirty quarts per week and permits to dig and gather sea-
worms in excess of three dozen per- day shall be issued by the Town
Clerk upon application, and must be residents of the Town of Newbury
for six months prior to April lst . Such permits shall be valid. from
April lst to March 31st , and shall be subject to such limitations and
restrictions as are set forth in these regulations , or which may from
time to time be imposed by the Board of Selectmen in the interest of
conservation and preservation of the town ' s shellfish resources and the
public health. The fee for such permits shall be $150 . 00 paid to the
Town of Newbury. (The suggested fee was $200 . 00, which would be double
what the fee was last year . By a unanimous vote of the Board (Selectman
Adams abstaining). the fee will be increased $50. 00 this year and $50 . 00
next , as they felt that a one hundred dollar increase was too excessive
to impose all at once . )
The mock town meeting will not be held on April 19th, however,
there will be an open meeting in the Byfield Town Hall on that date .
Mr . Robert Kelly will be present at that meeting to answer questions
on the landfill and what is in the future regarding the use of it .
There will be a mock town meeting held at a later date .
The meeting adjourned at 10 :30 p .m.
Respectfully submitted
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 10, 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen Joseph S . Tevald and Alan I .
I Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
March 27 , 1990 W38 703813 . 59
P38 233100 . 85
SW24 15 . 86
April 3 , 1990 W39 58, 034. 61
P39 71 , 167 . 76
SW25 1 , 577 . 01
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) April 10 , 1990
Donald Searle, representing Essex Gas Company was present at
the meeting and the area of Hanover and Green Street was discussed .
Mr . Searle said that the Company will be laying the lines on the inside
of the park edge with an eight inch feed. He added that they will be
tying into the system before Old Town Way. He gave his assurance that
our Highway Supt . will be notified and they will make arrangements
to have Mr . Osgood present before any work is started and he will be
in close touch during the project in order that things will be done
without causing any problems . He also said that they would tunnel
under the road, wherever necessary, rather than dig up the road . He
said that if any problems should arise , the Selectmen should feel free
to call him and he will be down immediately to correct whatever is not
agreeable with the Board.
In .other business , the matter of the Kelly Proiect in Byfield was
discussed. Chairman Machiros stated that he had been to the area and
walked along the intersection of Kent ' s Way to the Post Office . Traffic
lights are expected to be installed by Mr . Kelly and maintained by him.
The Board felt that they would be very helpful in case of heavy traffic
in the future or perhaps a shortage of police to direct the traffic ,
the lights would be very helpful then. Appointments will be set up for
tomorrow for Selectmen Tevald and Adams to also meet with Mr . Kelly
and they too will walk that area and voice their concerns .
A letter was received and read from Lisa W. Cutler , 28 Low Street ,
The letter referred to Mrs . Cutler ' s three dogs being restrained by
order of the Animal Control Officer . The matter will be heard at the
next Selectmen ' s meeting at 8 : 15 p.m. as Mrs . Cutler requested a
hearing .
A dog complaint was received from Mr . and Mrs . Walter Stamm,
118 Main Street , Jan and Robert Tyler-Nelson, 7 Hickory Lane , Tony and
Joyce deAndrade , 122 Main Street , against a dog owned and licensed and
harbored, according to the records of the Town Clerk under the address
of 6 Hickory Lane . Steven Brown, Elana Boumila , Robert Brown, and Ms .
Sawyer reside at that address . They will be notified that a hearing
will be held. on April 24th - our next Selectmen ' s meeting , at 8 : 00 p.m.
Notice was received and read from Desiree Rogers that the public
is invited to attend an open meeting on the nineteenth day of April
when representatives from Mosquito Control and Mr . Kelly from Port
Engineering (regarding the Landfill) would be present and it should
prove to be an informative meeting . (This meeting will be at, the
Byfield Town Hall . )
Two Byfield residents , Valerie Pearson and Denise . Spaulding were
present and asked the Selectmen for their permission so that they might
look into a site for a playground in Byfield, as the children have
nothing to do and it would be most helpful to the mothers in Byfield.
They said that there would be close supervision and they thought about
various areas . The area that seemed to appeal to the two women, as
well as the Selectmen, was behind the Post Office . Chairman Machiros
told the two women that they had the support of the Board as long as
the playground is planned properly and constructed safely to protect
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) April 10, 1990
the town from high insurance costs and heavy liability. The women
plan to have bake sales as one of their ways of raising money for the
playground. They will keep the Board informed as they go along making
their plans .
Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt will be asked to attend the next
meeting when fees will be discussed. Everett Davis has expressed
his concerns and the Selectmen wished to have Mr . Davis notitified
that the Board has not officially established any fees as yet .
The Harbormaster requested that the Board appoint two additional
people to the Newbury Harbor Committee . They are Mark Yelinek of
Byfield and Deputy Harbormaster Don Rowell . By a unanimous decision,
the Board granted this request .
A letter of request from Brendan Stokes was received by the Board.
Mr. Stokes stated that he has been a long time resident of Newbury
and grew up on Plum Island. He said that he had over 25 years experience
with boats and local waters . He said that he is also a Coast Guard
licensed Charterboat Captain and added that he had the interest , desire
and experience to serve the town as an Assistant Harbormaster . By a
unanimous decision of the Board, the appointment was made .
Chairman Machiros stated that if there was no other business to
come before the Board he would entertain a motion to go into Executive
Session with respect to police negotiations . By a roll call vote ,
Selectman Adams seconded the motion and Selectman Tevald made it
unanimous . Chairman Machiros stated that the Board would not reconvene
after the Executive Session.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
APRIL 24, 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The Board usually re-organizes at the meeting following the Town
Election. Selectman Tevald was congratulated by his colleagues upon
being voted in by the Newbury residents to serve on the Board for
another three year terms . By a unanimous vote of the Board
iSelectman
Machiros will serve as Chairman and Selectman Tevald will serve as
Clerk fori;'-Ilthe ensuing year.
The following warrants were signed by the Board:
April 10 , 1990 W40 45 , 013 . 10
P40 20 , 311 . 53
April 17 , 1990 W41 53 , 366 . 45
P41 71 , 957 . 29
SW26 855 . 68
Scott A. DeHetre was at the meting and requested a hearing
regarding an All Alcoholic Beverage License as his place of business,
Buddy' s Restaurant, 10 Fruit Street, Byfield. He assured the Selectmen
that he would be serving liquor in the dining room with meals only.
Selectman Tevald told the Board that Mr. DeHetre was a hardworking
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 24 , 1990
responsible individual , and he, as one Selectman, would be in favor of
granting him a hearing. Chairman Machiros and Selectman Adams stated
that they had no objection as long as Mr. DeHetre was planning to serve
the liquor with Meals only, and would be closed by 10 : 00 p.m. DeHetre
agreed. A hearing date was set for May 8 , 1990 at 8 : 00 p.m. , as
required under Chapter 138 of the General Laws, as amended.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a dog hearing was held. Complaintants present were
Walter and Ruthanne Stamm, 118 Main Street and Joyce deAndrade,
122 Main Street. The owners of the dogs , Steven Brown, Elana Boumila,
Robert Brown and Ms . Sawyer, 6 Hickory Lane, were also present at the
meeting. Mrs. deAndrade said that the dogs are left out all day long
to bark and disturb the neighbors . At times there is no one at home
and the dogs are still left out. She said that there are several
dogs that are housed there at 6 Hickory Lane and when she has gone
over to the house to complain, no one seems to take responsibility of
ownership. Absolutely nothing is done to curb the barking, and that
is why she was forced to bring the complaint. Mr. and Mrs . Stamm also
complained of the constant barking and said they could get nowhere
with the owners . They said that one of the large dogs has a dog
house with a flat roof which he spent most of the time on, and did
nothing but bark at any disturbance at all . The owners said that they
had tried to curb the barking and denied that they let the dogs bark
day and night. Steven Brown stated that he usually lets his dog out
when he leaves for work in the morning and if the dog barks , there
is someone in the house that lets him in. The neighbors seemed to
disagree with this statement. After hearing testimony from all
parties, the Animal Control Officer,, Richard Cunningham, was asked for
his comments . He said that last July new people moved from Salisbury
to 6 Hickory Lane. They had a big black dog. He stayed on the roof
of the dog house. I picked up a stray dog - I checked up and found it
came from 6 Hickory Lane. No one admitted ownership. He said that
all four dogs are licensed, however no one knew whether the dogs bark
or not. He said that no one else in the neighborhood had complained,
but he knew that Mrs . deAndrade does have a new baby in the house
and no doubtitr* the barking was disturbing. He said that when they first
came to Byfield, he contacted them 10 to 12 times on a complaint to
get them licensed. They really showed no responsibility at that time.
They have all been licensed this year. He added: I would like to
have them, right now, make some statement as to what they are willing
to do, and then let ' s see whether they do it or not. I think the dogs
should be in at certain hours at night and some indication on the
owners ' part that they will try to correct the situation. I think the
big black one is the one that barks the most, and he gets the others
going. He sits on top of his house. Steven Brown spoke and said
that he will put the dogs out in the morning and his brother will
bring them in as he is at home most of the time now - not having a
job to go to. The owners said that they will put a pitched roof
on the doghouse with the hope that will stop some of the barking,
and they agreed to do this right away. A motion was unanimously
passed to close the hearing and take the matter under advisement.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 24 , 1990
The hearing resumed, and it was the unanimous decision of the Board to
follow the Animal Control Officer ' s recommendation and the following
notice will be sent° to the owners : "As suggested by the Animal Control
Officer, and as per your agreement, a peak on the top of the dog house
will be installed. Also, during the summer months, on weekdays,
Monday through Friday, your dogs may be put outside at 7 : 00 a.m. and
not before, and all are to be brought in before 8 : 00 p.m. Weekends
and holidays, your dogs may be put outside at 9 : 00 a.m. and not before
and shall be brought in before 8 : 00 p.m. During the winter months ,
your dogs shall be brought in no later than 5 : 00 p.m. "
A second dog hearing was held immediately following the first.
This hearing was -called in answer to a letter received from Lisa
Cutler, 28 Low Street. The letter stated that "on March 24 , 1990 ,
the Dog Officer issued a restraining order against all three of my
dogs for the action of one. " Mrs . Cutler also stated in her letter:
"I agree with Mr. Cunningham on the restraining order on the dog which
created the offense, 1990 license #427 . However I fail to see the
reasoning for the restraining of the other two, especially the female
Shepherd, 1990 license #429 who is due to have a litter of puppies in
less than a week. These concerns have been brought to the attention
of Mr. Cunningham, but at this time, still has the other two dogs
under the restraining order. Therefore, I feel I have no other recourse
than to request a hearing regarding the restraining order on my two
dogs #428 and #429 . " The Board asked the Animal Control Officer if he
wished to comment and he stated: "A little history: two years ago
on Hay Street, the Cutlers lived where Wally and Anne Mills lived. I
received a complaint that the Pratts were having trouble with the dogs .
Subsequently, the Cutlers moved to Keith MacNutt ' s house. On March
9 , 1990 , I had an occasion to be in the area. I said three Cutler
dogs in a pack. I had a gut feeling that they were up to no good. I
got out and observed them. Later, I received a call of complaint from
Carolyn Brown. Her goats were in need of a vet ' s attention as a
result of being attacked by Cutler ' s dog. I called the Cutlers and
Mr. Cutler seemed. very concerned and agreed to pay the vet bill .
No order was made at that time, but he made a statement that he would
put up a gate across the driveway. On the 24th, Fred Knight called me
and said that the male Shepherd had scared the kids by coming after
them and someone scared it off. No gate was put up. I made up an
order on the 24th. Mr. Cutler became irate and abusive - he called
the next day and apologized. I thought it would be a good idea -
and as far as I am concerned, the order should stand for sixty days .
Fred Knight was present as well as one of his neighbors . The neighbor
said that she saw Cutler ' s dogs chase Freddy' s child. Fred said one
of his sons had been knocked down twice by Cutler ' s dogs and his
youngest son had been bitten by the same dogs , and his wife had been
pushed into a ditch by them. He thought something should be done.
The Board asked the Animal Control Officer what his recommendation
would be and he said that he would recommend permanently restraining
the male shepherd dog, and at the end of sixty days , he would be
willing to review the case. By a unanimous vote of the Board the
hearing was closed and the, matter was taken under advisement.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) April 24 , 1990
The hearing resumed and the Board unanimously voted to go with the
Animal Control Officer ' s recommendation and the following notice
will be sent to the owners : "This is to inform you that your appeal
of the Animal Control Officer ' s decision to restrain your dogs is
hereby denied. It is the decision of this Board that the Animal Control
Officer, Mr. Cunningham, acted accordingly as mandated by Town Meeting
enforcing Dog -By-Laws and Regulations. Further, you are hereby
notified to permanently restrain your male Shepherd Dog "Tyler" ,
effective immediately. It is also our understanding that Mr. Cunningham
will review this case in sixty days from the date of his order, and until
such time, this order will stand effective immediately. "
In other business, persons wishing to use the Landfill will be
able to take their household trash without paying a fee. All Newbury
residents will pay the following fees :
1 . Construction/Demolition waste, wood and brush
Residential cars 5 . 00 per trip (Red Coupon)
Mini Pickup 15 . 00 per trip (Orange Coupon)
Fullsize Pickup 25 . 00 per trip (Yellow Coupon)
Utility Trailer/
Modified Pickup 100 . 00 per trip (Green Coupon)
Dump Truck, Packer 250 . 00 per trip (Blue Coupon)
Note: Sheet Rock Shingles not to exceed 10% of load.
Dump Truck loads require copy of Newbury Building Permit.
2 . Bulky Metals , Appliances and Tires
Per Metal Items (As above) 5 . 00
Tires ( 1 or 2 ) 5 . 00
Up to 10 light iron items 5 . 00
(Metal Doors , Windows , Chairs , etc. )
******** All payments to be by Coupons available through
Town Clerk ********
******** All decisions by Landfill Supervisor( s ) concerning classi-
fication are final ********
Per order of Selectmen
A drive for household hazardous waste is to be held sometime during
the summer if possible.
In other business , Harbormaster Edwin Sternfelt and his Assistant
Donald Rowell , were present at the meeting. Parking fees at the Ramp
were discussed as well as By-laws that the Harbor Commission plans to
work on. The Board asked that everything be put in writing so that it
might be reviewed by the Board at the next meeting and upon receipt of
the by-laws in writing, Town Counsel will also be asked to review and
advise.
The meeting adjourned at 11 : 00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 8 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S . Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Board:
April 24 , 1990 W42 511 ,471 . 30
P42 23 , 376 . 42
May 1 , 1990 W43 57 ,576 . 44
SRW27 471 . 39
P43 71 , 933 . 08
A small group of local residents, including .Mrs . Gretchen
Hunsberger of one Hanover Street, attended the meeting with questions
about when the annual town meeting will be held this year. The Board
was of the opinion that the town meeting will not be. held until we get
a better idea of what funds the town will receive from the State.
Mrs . Hunsberger, along with the other interested residents said that
they wanted to start campaigning for Proposition 2Z override that
probably be needed. They added, that by the time an override vote
would come up, school would be recessed for the summer and many parents
would be out of town and not able to give their support. The Board
was in agreement that the annual town meeting is too important to
run based on guesses as to how much State Aid will be coming in.
Selectman Adams said that the Annual Town meeting is the only time you
can raise and appropriate money. Adding that if the town assumed level
state aid and budgeted accordingly, only to find out later there would
be a reduction in State Aid, the result would be drastic budget cuts,
because it would be too late to seek more money from the town voters .
Town meeting must be held by the end of the fiscal year, June 30th.
At 8 : 00 p.m. as required under Chapter 138 of the General Laws
as amended, a public hearing was held on the application of Scott A.
DeHetre, d/b/a Buddy ' s Restaurant, 10 Fruit Street, to request an
All Alcoholic Beverage Restaurant License. Mr. DeHetre was present
and told Selectmen that he was asking for the All Alcoholic Beverage-
Restaurant License. Mr. DeHetre was present and told Selectmen that
he was asking for the All Alcoholic Beverage License because he felt
that his business would improve. He said that a lot of people come
into his restaurant and just want a cocktail with their meal and being
unable to provide this service, he thought he was losing business .
There was no opposition voiced and nine local residents spoke in favor.
By a unanimous vote of the Board, the hearing was closed and the matter
was taken under advisement. The hearing resumed and the Board voted
unanimously to grant the seven day All Alcoholic Beverage - Restaurant
License ( subject to the ABC ' s approval ) , with the following stipulations
which Mr. DeHetre agreed to: For the luncheonette, beer and wine may
be served. Alcoholic beverages will only be served with full sit
down meals . No alcoholic beverages will be served after 10 : 00 p.m.
and signs will be posted attesting to that policy. No private parties
will be held after ten p.m. There shall be no bands or juke boxes .
He was informed by the Board that if he encounters any difficulties
he was to bring them before the Board so that they can be worked out.
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) May 8 , 1990
In other business, Arthur Croteau was unanimously appointed
as Water Quality Advisor to the Newbury Board of Selectmen.
It was noted for the record that Mrs . Louise Ziehler, a valued
employee, is hospitalized in Tennessee where she was planning to
enjoy a few days vacation with her son and daughter-in-law. We wish
her well and want her to know that we will help her in any way
that we can.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
May 22 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Board:
May 8 , 1990 W44 25 , 506 . 62
P44 17 , 402 . 49
May 15 , 1990 P45 72, 480 . 88
M45 67, 336 . 37
SRW28 617 . 53
Mrs . Susan Little was present at the meeting and asked permission
from the Board to use the Lower Green for a family reunion August 19th.
She said that between 100 and 500 people were expected to attend the
event. After a brief discussion, the Board, as well as Chief Merry,
could see no problems and gave Mrs . Little permission to use the Green.
Mr. William Colby, Scotland Road, Newburyport, was given an
agricultural license by the Conservation Commission to use a portion
of Great Meadows Land for haying purposes . Mr. Colby will use the land
for haying purposes for a period of five years ( $100 . 00 ) per year.
Selectmen unanimously gave their permission to Mr. Colby to hay the
fields .
Selectmen were in agreement that the Annual Town Meeting will be
held at the Round School on June 12, 1990 at 7 : 30 and a Special
Town Meeting will be held on June 26th at the Town Hall before the
Selectmen ' s Meeting.
At 8 : 00 p.m. a public hearing was held on Petition of Mass
Electric Company and New England Tel & Tel , Petition #629 , to place
a new pole on Paul ' s Avenue, a/k/a Paul ' s Way, adjacent to property
owned by Catherine Brown and James Shine. There was no opposition
voiced and Mr. Moinahan, representing Mass . Electric, spoke in favor.
The hearing was closed and the matter was taken under advisement. The
hearing resumed, and permission was unanimously granted.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 26 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Board:
June 12 , 1990 W49 71 , 763 . 28
P49 74 , 511 . 51
SR31 397 . 12
June 19 , 1990 W500 120 , 147 . 05
P50 18 , 918 . 10
SW32 40 . 95
A "Sunday/Ice Cream Mobil" License was issued to Mister K' s
subject to his signing that he received a copy of the Hawkers and
Peddler ' s Regulation.
A dog complaint was received from Beulah Hardy, 35 Central
Street, against Jack Trant, her next door neighbor. The complaint
was originally to be heard on July loth. It was rescheduled to the
24th of July. This was due to the fact that appointments will be
made on July loth.
A petition was received and read from Jo-Ellen Miller and others
in Byfield, protesting the possible site of a new playground. Mrs .
Miller said that she understood that the playground is to be next to
her coffee shop which is in a dangerous and commercially zoned area.
The Selectmen said that no one had been given the go ahead on the
playground as far as any area was concerned. The two women who
attended a previous meeting were told, that before any action was
taken on their part, they were to present their plans to the Selectmen
in order that they might review them before any playground is approved.
Selectman Tevald will be in contact with the people who are planning
the playground to make sure that they understand that they are to
contact the Board before they go ahead on their own. The Board was
in agreement with Chairman Machiros that Supervision is most important
of all the plans that are drawn up. The children must have super-
vision at all times . This is one of the main concerns of the Insurance
Underwriters .
Selectman Adams said that he wished to make a motion that we
make a change in the Harbormaster and the name of Edwin Sternfelt be
withdrawn and Donald E. Rowell be appointed as Harbormaster at this
time. He cited several reasons for this motion, noting Sternfelt' s
unavailability for the job. He said that he felt that Sternfelt had
tried hard to do the job but he just didn't seem to have the time,
and he thought that the community would be better served if Donald
Rowell was Harbormaster. Chairman Machiros and. Selectman Tevald agreed
with Selectman Adams, noting that additional dissatisfaction came
from a recent broken boat motor incident, which resulted in the
purchase of another new motor for the boat. The appointment of Rowell
was the unanimous decision of the Board.
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) June 26 , 1990
In other business , Selectman Adams stated that there is a need
for people to serve on the recycling committee.
By agreement of the Board, a Public Hearing will be held on
July 10 , 1990 , at 7 : 00 p.m. Re: Angelo and Joyce B. , Machiros,
d/b/a Angie ' s Service Station, corner of Old Point Road and Plum
Island Boulevard, Newbury, applying for a license to store 20 , 000
gallons of gasoline and to store 1 , 000 gallons of waste oil under
or above ground; this is an increase of 6 , 000 gallons over present
storage of gasoline.
By unanimous agreement, the Board voted to make appointments
at the next meeting, July loth.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
PUBLIC HEARING
July 10 , 1990
A public hearing was held on July 10 , 1990 , at 7 : 00 p.m. with
reference to Angelo and Joyce B. Machiros, d/b/a Angie ' s Service
Station, corner of Old Point Road and Plum Island Boulevard, Newbury,
applying for a license to store 20 ,000 gallons of gasoline, and to
store 1 , 000 gallons of waste oil under or above ground; this is an
increase of 6 , 000 gallons over present storage of gasoline.
Selectman Joseph S. Tevald chaired the hearing. Selectman Alan I .
Adams was present.
Selectman Machiros addressed the Board. He said that abutters
had been notified by certified mail and he presented the return re-
ceipts . No direct abutters were present at the meeting. The State
Fire Marshall ' s office has inspected the facility and their documented
orders have been explicitly followed. Fire Chief Noyes was present
and stated that the work that is being done is mandated by Federal
and State Law, and stated that upon careful inspection of the facility,
he found everything to be in order. He said that underground tanks
were disposed of in a proper manner.
Acting Chairman Tevald asked if there, was anyone in the audience
in opposition. Mr. John Stokes addressed the Board and said that
first of all , he wanted it in the records that he was not opposed
to the work that is being done, however, he had concerns about
whether proper permits were obtained as he read in the paper that
permits were being applied for, after the fact. He was assured by
the Board that proper permits had been obtained. Mr. Stokes said
that he heard there was leakage at the area and he was concerned
about this also. He was assured by Fire Chief Noyes that there
were no spills. and what Mr. Machiros was doing was in accordance
with the new laws , and he was present during the whole operation
and found no problems .
Selectman Tevald then asked if there was anyone present who
wished to speak in favor. Mrs . Alba Gouldthorpe addressed the
Board and said that she lives close by the Station and stated that
she was very much in favor of the work that was being done in order
Public Hearing (Continued) July 10 , 1990
to upgrade the facility. She was very pleased with what she had
observed so far in that every phase had been closely monitored by
State and Local Officials . Michael Bulgaris addressed the Board
and said that upgrading makes everything much safer, and in compliance
with State and Federal Laws, received 100% monitoring. Fire Chief
Verne Noyes recommended approval inasmuch as State of the Art
Technology was being used and all types of safeguard and monitoring
devices to protect the environment.
A motion was passed to close the hearing and take the matter
under advisement. The hearing resumed and it was unanimously voted
that the permit be granted.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 10 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Board:
June 26 , 1990 W51 87 ,708 . 94
P51 228, 189 . 05
June 27 , 1990 W52 87 , 184 . 76
P52 23 , 687 . 19
SW33 1 , 979 . 36
June 28 , 1990 W53 53 , 961 . 40
P53 13 , 463 . 76
SW34 43 . 61
June 29 , 1990 W54 109 , 218 . 88
SW35 1 , 150 . 80
A letter addressed to the Board of Selectmen from Paul Daubitz ,
12 Annapolis Way, Plum Island, was received and read. The letter
was in the form of a complaint regarding his neighbor Michael
Villane. Mr. Daubitz said in his letter "that despite past notifi-
cations by the Building Department regarding violations of Town
Zoning By-Laws for commercial parking on Lot U2-119 , Michael Villane
has disregarded these requests . This illegal parking activity not
occurs on weekends , but is now happening on ,a daily basis" . Mr.
Daubitz , in his letter, requested that the Board take whatever steps
are necessary to stop this unauthorized use of Lot U2-119 . Mr.
Daubitz was present and brought to the Board' s attention a letter
written by former Building Inspector David Caldwell in answer to his
complaint back in 1987 , when the same situation existed. Mr. Caldwell ,
in his reply to Mr. Daubitz ' complaint, said that he would notify Mr .
Villane of his violation of Newbury' s Zoning By-Laws , inasmuch as
there were no permits at the time, for any parking of cars on Lot
U2-119 . The present Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 10 , 1990
Charles Powers, was called before the Board. Mr. Powers stated that
he will investigate the matter immediately and he will report back
to the Board.
. In other business , Michael Bulgaris, who is a member of the Board
of Fire Engineers, as well as being a member of the Conservation
Commission, addressed the Board and stated to them that he was mainly
speaking as a resident of the town. He said that what he had to say
was regarding L. Donald Phillips , who resides at Plum Island. He said
that he had seen Phillips verbally abuse members of the Conservation
and other town boards. He said that he did not think it was right
that Phillips had written to the State Fire Marshall ' s Office, mention-
ing his position as Chairman of the Merrimack Valley Planning Commis-
sion, requesting that the Agency look into the legality of Angie ' s
Service Station installing newer and bigger gas tanks at the station.
A letter had been received by Mr. Machiros and Fire Chief H. Verne
Noyes from the State Fire Marshall ' s Office, giving approval to
install the tanks . Mr. Bulgaris went on to say "I can take a lot,
believe me, but I know he has made false accusations . If Merrimack
Valley Planning Commission wants this man to represent them, maybe we
should withdraw from the Commission. I don' t think it is right. "
It was unanimously voted that the Board will look into what would be
necessary in withdrawing from the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission.
The annual appointments were made and are on file in the Select-
men' s Office.
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
JULY 24 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S . Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
July 10 , 1990 W1 7 , 117 . 26
Pl , 31 , 591 . 37
Swl 2 , 175 . 15
July 17 , 1990 W2 1321,589 . 53
P2 18 , 831 . 68
SW2 135 . 62
At the meeting of July loth a complaint was addressed regarding
Paul Daubitz of 12 Annapolis Way, Plum Island, complaining about his
neighbor, Michael Villane parking cars on Lot U2-119 , on which he has
no permit. Mr. Villane ' s license dated March 19 , 1990 is restricted
to Lot U2-115 only, according to Zoning Enforcement Officer Charles
Powers . Mr. Villane was present at the meeting in answer to the
complaint and told the Board that he was not aware that he couldn' t
'park cars on Lot U2-119 . The Zoning Enforcement Officer was asked
for his recommendation and the Board agreed with him when he advised
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 24 , 1990
Mr. Villane that his next step would be to go before the Board of
Appeals and they would advise him what procedure he should follow,
in order to apply for a license to park cars on Lot U2-119 . Mr.
Villane agreed to comply with the recommendation.
A dog hearing was held regarding a complaint of Mrs . Beulah
Hardy of Central Street in Byfield against dogs owned by Mr. John
Trant, her neighbor, who resides at 35 Central Street. Mrs. Hardy
said that the dogs bark constantly from morning til night and even
though she has spoken to Mr. Trant about the dogs, he has done nothing
to alleviate the situation. Mr. Trant addressed the Board and said
that he plans to move the dogs to the other side of the house but
he is not sure if he can build a dog house in that area because of
ledge problems. The Animal Control Officer, Richard Cunningham was
asked for his recommendation and the Board agreed with him, that
perhaps moving the dogs and setting certain hours that the dogs can
be outside, would take care of some of the problem. A motion was
passed to close the hearing and take the matter under advisement.
The hearing resumed, and it was the unanimous decision of the Board
that Mr. Trant shall make an effort to move his dogs to another area
of the yard. Further, he shall , during the week, (Monday through
Friday) put his dogs out after 6 a.m. and bring them in by 8 p.m.
On weekends , depending on his work schedule, he shall put his dogs
out after 8 : 00 a.m. and bring them in by 8 p.m. All parties seemed
to be in agreement with this arrangement.
Mr. Villane addressed the Board regarding other problems . He
complained that cars are parking on Annapolis Way and he was concerned
about fire engines not being able to get by in case of a fire. This
will be looked into by Fire Chief Noyes. Another problem that Mr.
Villane addressed was the fact that Mr. Daubitz is dumping garbage
in his back yard and this in turn causes all kinds of animal problems ,
skunks , etc. This situation will be looked into by the Board of
Health.
A letter was received from Merrimack Valley Planning Commission' s
Vice Chairman Lawrence Spiegel . The letter stated in part that the
MVPC is not involved and certainly is not a party to Mr. Phillips '
concerns which were addressed at the Public Hearing held on July loth,
regarding Angie ' s Service Station at Plum Island. The letter
also stated that the Commission continues to want to communicate
with the town in a positive manner to resolve this issue. Selectman
Machiros declined any comment because he has been the main subject
of alleged harassment by Phillips , however, the other two members
of the Board were aware that other town officials have cited conflicts
between Phillips and the Conservation Commission, Board of Assessors
and some town workers . Selectmen Adams said that he felt that the
letter from the Vice Chairman really skirted the real issue.
Selectman Tevald felt that they never addressed the issue of changing
the Chairman and it didn't look like they intended to . The two
members felt that they should continue to stand by the Board' s
previous conviction to explore withdrawing from the Commission.
In other business , Selectman Adams brought up the subject of
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) July 24 , 1990
the pond on the Green. He said that it is beginning to look bad,
and he thought that the curbings should be taken out and it should
be graded up with stone dust. The Board was in agreement with
this .
The meeting adjourned at 10 : 45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
' Doris Hodge, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
AUGUST 14 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 : 30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Joseph S. Tevald was present.
Selectman Alan I . Adams was absent.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
July 24 , 1990 W3 124 , 599 . 52
P2 18 , 831 . 68
SRW2 135 . 62
July 31 , 1990 W4 50 , 776 . 67
P4 19 , 559 . 41
SRW4 25 . 74
Approximately 60 Oldtown Residents attended the meeting with
reference to problems they have been having with rusty water and very
low pressure. They said that they have been suffering for years with
these conditions and felt that they have been patient long enough and
intend to do something about it this time. Mr. Gary Kincaid, Chairman
of the Board of Water Commissioners was in attendance, along with
Commissioner Albert Zabriskie and Engineer Richard Bartlett. Chairman
Machiros addressed Mr. Zabriskie and reminded him that he had given
his word that something would be started right away, in order to show
the Board that an effort was being made to correct the problems .
This meeting was held two years ago and nothing whatsoever has been
done. Mr. Zabriskie said that Whitman and Howard Engineers have been
putting together a report and it should be completed in about two
months . He said that this. report will no doubt show how these problems
can be solved. Mr. Kincaid stated that no money was budgeted for this
problem and therefore he didn ' t see how there could be any immediate
action. Residents asked Mr . Kincaid what the 40% surcharge was for
that they had been paying since 1958, and he said, "to maintain Newbury ' s
portion of the water. .district . " Residents were not happy with any of the
answers they received, and. said that they intend to pursue it further,
even to the point of holding their water payments in escrow until
something is done . Mr . Kincaid said that Thursday night (August 16th)
the Board of Water Commissioners will be holding a meeting and Newbury ' s
problems will be discussed . He said that he . will send us a letter
immediately -and let us know what the Board ' s intentions are . Mrs . Lois
Anderson addressed the Board and presented thirty letters from residents
appealing to the Selectmen for help. Chairman Machiros and Selectman
Tevald made it clear to the three representatives that they would not
tolerate any further delays .
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) August 14, 1990
Bids for the Landfill Recycling Contract and Bids for the Road
Materials were to be opened at 8 : 00 p .m. However, the residents had a
number of questions that they wanted answers to, regarding the water
situation. A motion was passed to open the Landfill Bids at 8 : 30
and the Road Material Bids at 9 : 00.
Bids were received on the Recycling Contracts from P and . M, B. F. I . ,
Laidlaw and Robert Hildt . After reading the bids they were turned over
to Robert Kelly, who attended the meeting, for his recommendation. Mr .
Kelly reported back to the Board and recommended that the Bid from
Robert Hildt of Gloucester be accepted. After careful consideration of
Mr . Hildt ' s bid, the Board unanimously accepted Mr. Kelly ' s recommenda-
tion and the bid from Hildt was accepted. ($15 ,400 per year) .
At 9 :00 p.m. the bids on road materials were opened. Bids were
received from Newbury Equipment Rentals , Trimount , Hi-Way Paving , Newbury
Trucking and P. J . Broderick. After reading the bids , the Selectmen
turned them over to the Highway Supt . for his recommendation. Mr.
Osgood carefully reviewed the bids and came back with his recommendation
that the bids from Newbury Equipment Rentals., Newbury Trucking (less
the dozer) , and Hiway Paving be accepted . After careful consideration
the Board unanimously accepted the bids recommended by the Highway
Supt .
The meeting adjourned at 10 :30 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
August 28, 1990
The Selectmen ' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p .m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectman Alan I . Adams was present/
Selectman Joseph S . Tevald was absent .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
August 7 , 1990 W5 46 ,458 . 99
P5 34, 654. 55
August 14, 1990 W6 52 , 539 . 93
P6 20, 525 . 00
SW5 121 . 17
A public hearing regarding the opening of package stores on Sunday
was held at 7 :30 p.m. The Chairman asked twice if there was anyone
present who wished to voice opposition. No opposition was voiced, and
four. package store owners present spoke in favor . There was discussion
regarding the hours the stores will be open on Sunday. Chief Merry
was asked for his opinion, and he stated that he would recommend that
the stores be open from 12 noon until 8 p.m. All interested parties
voiced no opposition. The fee for the additional Sunday opening was
also discussed. A motion was passed. to close the hearing . The hearing
resumed and it was unanimously voted to accept the recommendation of
Chief Merry and allow the stores to open 12 to 8 p.m. on Sunday (for a
year) and at that time it will be reviewed . By a unanimous decision,
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) August 28, 1990
the board voted to waive the fee for this year, and there will be a
nominal fee of a $100 . 00 increase next year.
The Board unanimously appointed Andrew Avelis , Sr . as Asst .
Harbormaster with special police powers for waterways and surrounding
shores .
At 8 : 00 p.m. a public hearing was held on petition of Massachusetts
Electric Company, Plan #631 , dated July 23 , 1990, to place two new
poles on 45th Street , adiacent to property owned by Ernest DiBurro and
Earl Duxbury. Mr. Duxbury was present and said that the spot where one
of the poles is to be placed is going to block his driveway so that
he cannot park two cars there which he is in the habit of doing . If
they could move it back approximately 8 feet , it would clear his drive-
way, and there would be no problem. Another neighbor living in the
immediate area suggested to the Board that perhaps Representative
Moynahan from the Electric Company could meet with the concerned resi-
dents before the poles were installed. Mr . Moynahan was present at
the hearing . Chairman Machiros asked if he would be willing to meet
with these men and he agreed to do this . A motion was passed. to close
the hearing and take the matter under advisement . The hearing resumed,
and a motion was passed that permission to put in the poles will be
granted with the stipulation that Mr . Moynahan will meet with the
concerned parties on Friday morning, August 31st , in order that all
parties are satisfied with the location of the poles .
Selectman Adams noted that boundary markers have been placed down
at Parker River between Rowley and Newbury, showing that a line has been
established by a marker on one bank and a marker on another bank.
These markers he believed were put there by the shellfish constables of
Newbury and the shellfish constables of Roeley. He said that it was
officially established in 1635 that the Selectmen are the only ones that
can mark the bounds and this is done jointly between the Board of
Selectmen of the two towns of Newbury and Rowley. Until the Boards-;of
Selectmen officially set that line marker, he said that he would like
to ask for a recommendation from the Board of Fish Commissioners , stating
when we can meet with them and let them know that the line markers
have not been accepted by the Board as an official line , and until it is
officially established where the line is , it is not up to the Shellfish
Commissioners to put any markers in the ground . A motion was unanimously
passed, "If the Selectmen wish to establish lines then this must be a
ioint effort between both towns of Rowley and Newbury. "
Bids for Recycling Receptacles were opened and read by the Board.
Bids were received from IPL Products , LTD. , Buckhown, Inc . , Rehrig
Pacific Company, Strainrite , Inc . , and Spectrum International , Inc .
The bids were taken under advisement and referred to Robert Kelly, of
Clark Engineers and Associates , for his recommendation. Mr. Kelly will
have his recommendation for the Board at the next Selectmen ' s meeting
September 11 , 1990 .
It was unanimously voted that the Alan Whitford matter will be
discussed at the next Selectmen ' s meeting . September llth.
A letter of resignation from the Harbor Commission was received
from Ralph Johnson, son-in-law of Percival Lowell . Mr . Lowell wished
Selectmen ' s Meeting .(continued) August 28, 1990
to decline his appointment for reasons of poor health. The Board
accepted his resignation with regret .
The meeting adjourned at 10 :00 p .m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
SEPTEMBER 11 , 1990
The Selectmen' s meeting was held at 7 :30 p.m. Chairman Angie
Machiros opened the meeting . Selectmen Joseph S_ Tevald and Alan I .
Adams were present .
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen :
August 21 , 1990 W7 137 ,883 . 39
P7 34, 606 . 12
SW6 195 . 96
August 28, 1990 W8 22 , 581 . 10
P8 23 ,402 . 60
September 4, 1990 W9 36 ,003 . 21
P9 74,230. 20
Selectman Adams stated that he has met with the Newbury Shellfish
Officers , the Rowley Shellfish Officers and Port Engineers , and the
boundary line has been established and marked at Parker River, between
Rowley and Newbury.
Contract agreement between the. Town of Newbury and the Newbury
Police Association was signed by the three Selectmen and Charles Eaton,
who is the President of the Newbury Police Association. Chairman
Machiros said that he was pleased and proud at the professional manner
in which the members of the Police Association have conducted themselves
during the long hours spent in drawing up the Contract . Mr. Eaton
addressed the Board and said that all parties have worked together
diligently in order to complete the Contract Agreement that is being sign-
ed tonight . Chairman Machiros said that he , as one member of the Board
was very pleased to sign the Agreement and Selectmen Tevald and Adams
agreed, that after reading this important document , they too were
pleased to sign. Chairman Machiros stated : "Let the records show,
that on this date we have formally accepted this contract . "
A letter of recommendation regarding the bids for household
recycling receptacle bins was received from Clark Engineers . After
careful review and consideration, the following recommendation was
unanimously accepted by the Board: "Based upon our research, we
recommend awarding the above contract to one or both of the following
bidders :
1 . Spectrum International , Inc . - Price $8,970. 00 delivered
($3 . 90/unit) .
Although Spectrum' s price is higher than some other bidders , our
informal surveys have shown that residents will prefer the "crate"
type containers . The actual price difference between Spectrum and the
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low bidder is $805 . 00 . Spectrum has indicated a delivery time of
3 to 4 weeks after bid award. This lead time is similar to all bidders .
2 . U. F. Strainrite , Inc . - Price $8 , 625 . 00 delivered ($3 . 75/bag) .
Strainrite ' s price is also not the lowest , but their unique bags merit
additional consideration especially for use by elderly or physically
handicapped persons . Strainrite ' s delivery time is 3 to 6 weeks ,
dependent on the complexity of the Town ' s printed logo . "
The Fish Commissioners have requested permission to open the clam
flats on Sundays and Mondays for the next six weeks , at which time
(Nov. 1) , they will be open seven days a week until April 1st , 1991 ,
according to Town Regulations . Chairman Machiros and Selectman Tevald
saw no problem, and the request was granted. Selectman Adams adstained
from voting .
Scott Johnson, representing the Playground Association was present
at the meeting and discussed with the Board, fundraising ideas . Mr .
Johnson said that the Association needs support from the Selectmen as to a
site for the playground. Selectman Tevald said, "We reviewed a secondary
site with the Playground Committee on the other side of the fence at the
Baseball Field. He said that in his opinion it was a more useful area ,
whereas parents with kids playing baseball , can also take their other
children to the playground area . He said that he thought the Little
League Fence could be moved toward home plate up to 20 feet , broadening
the amount of land that can be used for the playground (as well as space
for additional parking) . Selectman Tevald said "I would move to accept
the area of Lunt Street for the playground site . " Chairman Machiros
asked twice if these was anyone in the audience who was opposed to this
site . No opposition was voiced. The �fence .will be moved by a professional
A motion was unanimously passed to accept the suggested site .
The Alan Whitford matter was addressed with Mr . Whitford and
his attorney, Nancy Attaya, being present . Attorney Attaya and her
client are attempting to change the zoning district as it now stands .
Mr . Whitford ' s shop at 94-96 Orchard Street is in a residential
agricultural zoning district , and they are desirous of changing the
area to a residential-limited business district . Selectmen said that
they have no obiecti_on to a warrant article for the change being placed
on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant (as long as Attorney Attaya makes
certain changes in her warrant article and forwards them to the Board
immediately) . Attorney Attaya agreed to make the changes as discussed,
in order to satisfy the Board ' s obiections as to the way the articles
were written. She said she will forward the corrected proposed articles
immediately, as the Planning Board hearing is set for October 3rd at
the Town Hall to hear support and opposition to the plan. The Board
said that the original special permit states that Whitford is permitted
to conduct business between the hours of 8 and 5 , Monday through
Saturday, and no business is to be conducted on Sunday. There shall be
no signs attached to the building which exceed 10 square feet . There
shall be no unregistered or junk vehicles on the property and a fence
shall be erected . The Board stated that the original special permit
must be attached and applied to the warrant article . Attorney Attaya
agreed to do this . Selectman Adams said that he would approve of the
warrant article , but expressed reservation that the lawsuit would be
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settled so easily.
Mrs . Lois Anderson, who is an interested party, regarding the
quality of Oldtown Water, attended the meeting mainly to let the
Selectmen know that she did attend a meeting tonight of the Newburyport
Water Commissioners . -She said that she was quite enlightened to hear
Gary Kincaid say that plans are definitely in the making for the
installation of new pipes in at least part of the water line in Newbury
by late fall or early spring . Mrs . Anderson said that they will be
meeting again on October 9th and she will keep us informed of any
further progress .
The meeting adjourned at 9 :30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Hodge , Secretary
S.F_,T,ECT.MFN I S MEETTNG
SEPr"EMRER 25 , 1 Q 9 0
The Selectmen ' s Meeting was held. at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman Machi_r_os
opened the meeti_na. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and. Alan T . Adams
were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
September 11 , 1_990 W10 $41 , 451. . 84
P10 19 , 118 . 46
S7 450 . 00
September 1.8 , 1990 W1.1_ 127 , 647 . 71
P1.1 72 , 980 . 96
S8 164 . 59
Chairman .Ma.chi_ros asknowled.ged. Doris Hodge ' s retirement as
Secretary to the Selectmen. He made special recognition of her
service to the community and. the Wonderful manner in -hich she
has conducted. herself over the past_ years . A very special standincr
round, of applause was extended. to Doris by all in attendence. Doris
.promised to visit from. time to time and. all Town Hall_ personnel_
extended their_ best 1�7i_shes .
Chairman Machi_ros spoke of the financial problems of the town.
The town must raise over S200 , 000 . 00 by December 1_ or a special_
town meetina might have to be called to amend the budget. He stated
that the town cannot get by Nvithout an Overri-de because no monies
are spent unti_1 they are received. A list of delinquent taxes (due
June 30 , 1Q90 ) has been prepared. This del_i_nquencv is ve.r_y unfair
to the citizens who pay their_ taxes on time in support of the
town budget . Selectman Tevald stated. "all_ communities have aone
thru this at one time and some have been forced to publish the
names of delinquent tax pavers" . He hoped that the people_ of our
community would .respond to the request for these monies owed or
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the town -ill be forced to take an action never before taken. He
noted that it i_s the Treasurer ' s responsibility to collect these
taxes . The Board is not trying to usurp that power. we are
addressing the problem coJ_lecti_vely in hopes of finding a solution.
Selectman Adams stated "the town has always been willi_na to work
with the peoplewho have problems , but maybe a little nudge from
Board will help" . The only other alternative would be to call
a special meeting (as mentioned by Chairman Machiros ) to .reduce
the budget. Chairman Machiros reiterated that this is a very
serious problem. it is the first time the town has been faced
GTi_th such alar_ge amount of uncollecta.ble taxes and. it is no
way to run a ship (or_ a town) .
A Memorandum of Understanding relative to receipt of Equal
Educational Opportunity Grants for PY 91 for Triton District was
directed to the Board for signatures . There was a auesti_on
posed on the funding for EEO and Chairman Machiros requested that
it be looked into carefully before any signatures were affixed.
Application for a one day license for the sale of Alcoholic
Beverages (Special Permit #39 ) from Old Town Country Club was
presented and unamimously approved.
Essex County Gas Co. applied for two permits to open and
excavate the street. The first at 31 High Road at Graham Street
for the purpose of sealing bell ioints and the second. at Hay Street
at Old. Par_m way for the purpose of repairing a gas condition.
Roth were approved with the stipulation that the Gas Company
strictly adhere to the plans drawn and. our Highway Superintendent
be notified. before any work is started and be present at .the
time the street is dug up and closed..
A request was made for the use of the Newbury Green on
Sunday, September 30 (raindate Oct. 7 ) for Martha Arias of
14 Boston Road. As the Green is only reserved Sundays for Town
and. School functions , the request was denied..
Doris i_ntrod.u.ced a gentleman, Eric Roth, from New England
Living Maaazine. He requested permission to do a photo shoot on
Plum island in the area of the Pa.rki_ng riot at the end of the
causeway. A camper will. be brought in and parked there for the
purpose of preparing food for a beach picnic. The date
requested is Friday, October 5 , 1990 , weather permitting. Chief
.Merry stated he saw no problem as this is not a busy time of
year at the beach. Chairman Machiros questioned Mr. Roth on the
menu. The request was unamimously approved with. the provision
that Chief Merry be notified on the day before the shoot begins
and that the camper_ not be brou.aht onto the beach. Mr. Roth
agreed and expressed his thanks . He noted the possibility of
the Town of Newbury being mentioned in the credits for the
photos .
Selectmen ' s Meeting (Continued) September 25 , 1990
A .request was made for Mrs . DuShame of By-Field to close a
section of the street between Church and. Central Streets for
a crafts fair being held. on Saturday, September_ 29 , 1.990 . Chief
Merry saw no problem with the request. Selectman Tevald added
it was probably a very good idea to prevent accidents , especially
with the number of children in attendence. The request was
unanimously approved.
Chief Merry announced. an abandoned property auction on
October_ 27 , 1990 between 8a.m. and 10a.m. at the Hiahwav Barn.
The properties being auctioned will be abandoned and unclaimed
bicycles and gas tanks . Dick Joy will be the auctioneer.
Chairman Machiros spoke of the landfill and. recycling. He
spent some time a the r_ecvcli_nq area and noted that 2 of 11
persons were recycling. There are axa signs posted. directing
the people to the different areas and any auestions can be
answered by the T_,andfi_11 Superintendent. Selectman Adams
brought. up the sub.lect of closing time at the landfill , which is
posted as np.m. He said a neighbor was turned away at 3 : 45p.m.
and questioned this action. Chairman Machiros stated that the
time of closing will be ap.m. , but he also hoped the people of
the community would use a little common sense and not show uo
at the landfill at fi_Ve_ minutes before closing with a large
deposit thereby preventi_nq the timely closing of the area.
The meeting was adlourned at 8 : 15p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETTNG
OCTOBER 9 , 1990
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and
Alan T . Adams were present.
The following warrants ,were signed by the Selectmen:
September 25 , 1990 W1.2 $133 , 768 . 59
P12 22 , 193 . 04
October 2 , 1990 W13 39 , 684 . 50
P13 75 , 192 . 91
Chairman Machiros noted that after_ spending some time at the
landfill on Monday, he was pleased that the number of persons
recycling had increased to L out of 1.2 . The people seem to be
more invol_vec7 . He suggested that perhaps a little promotion
by the Town would. encourage even more participation. He proposed
the purchase of Banners which would be posted in strategic
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locations, such as the Landfill , and Centers of Newbury and
Byfield. The message on these banners would read "Newbury' s
recycling - Vets all pitch in" . The banners would be in Newbury
colors with the recycling logo displayed prominently. After a
short discussion the proposal was unanimously accepted by the
Board.
Selectman Adams inquired as to the availability of the house
hold recycling bins . Chairman Machiros replied that they should
be available within 10 days and can be picked up at the landfill
at that time.
Bruce Irvi_nq, Chairman of the Finance Committee was asked
to give his committee ' s view on our tax situation and where
we stand at this time. Mr. Irving asked that Dolores Krupowicz ,
Treasurer/Collector, be asked to present her recommendation. Mrs .
Krupowicz was called before the Board. She stated since the
notice of the towns financial crunch appeared on Sept. 26 in the
newspaper, she has had some response, but not as much as she
had anticipated. As a result of over $300 , 000 . 00 being owed in
back taxes she had had to borrow money to cover the town bills
and now must collect these delinquent taxes to repay this debt.
She recommended a plan which gives those persons who have not
made special arrangements with her until November 1 , 1990 to
make payment at which time she will publish names of those
still delinquent and take legal action against them (that being
a lien against their property) . This recommendation was unamimously
approved by the Board. Chairman Machiros added that the citizens
of Newbury should be made aware that no permits or contracts can
be awarded until all such taxes are paid.
Mr. Irving reported that Accounts Receivable for fiscal
year ending June 30 , 1990 are exceptionally high with over
$200 , 000 . 00 still outstanding. The true impact of State cuts
since FY88 was _loss of $466 , 000 . 00 which represents 130 of
the towns operating budget and if CLT passes it will impose an
extra burden on the budget of the mown. Newbury is .fiscally sound
despite a paper deficit but we need an agressive collection
program of "SERVICES PROVIDED - SERVICES PAID FOR" said Mr. Irving.
The Town can recoup this year thru available funds from "FREE
CASH" of $290 , 000 . 00 A special meeting will have to be
called to reduce the budget and approve use of this money. . However,
he stated, this action will reduce the towns liquidity and cash
flow going into the next year. We need to collect those delinquent
taxes to keep the budget in balance. The Board thanked Mr. Irving
for his report and assessment of the situation. Chairman Machiros
reiterated that despite a slight deficit, the Town is fiscally
sound. As voted we will proceed with advertising for bids for new
trucks for the Highway Department so they will be available before.
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snow flies . As additional funds become available we will honor
our commitment to Triton and the Elementary Schools . A question
was raised as to whether the bond for the Elementary Schools
was tax exempt. Selectman Tevald stated he was 99% sure the
committee requested it be written as tax exempt. This matter
will be investigated by the Finance Committee and the Board.
Chairman Machiros addressed a complaint from several
residents of Silverledge Road. In attendance were Joseph Fix
Stacy Fix, Mary Doherty, Rick Tobin and Steven Bresnahan, all
abutters of #4 & #5 Silverledge Road, properties owned by Mr.
Fred Jackman. Chairman Machiros asked that they relax. The
Board was here to work with them not against them and he asked
if they had assigned a spokesman for the group. Joseph Fix
opened by stating as they wrote in their letter, they were here
to question the legality of the properties at #4 & #5 Silverledge
Road being used as two family houses . He cited building and
health regulations which appear to be in violation. Stacy Fix
and Mary Doherty stated they had each spoken with the Building
Inspector regarding this situation and structural work being
done on the properties and they were not fully satisfied with the
answers received. Charlie Powers, Building Inspector, was
called to address these questions. Mr. Powers stated that the
neighborhood in question was zoned for one and two family houses
and in-law apartments . The two houses at #4 & #5 Silverledge Rd.
were zoned for in-law apartments . He and Mr. Hurst, the plumbing
inspector, had visited these properties and all permits for work
being done were in order. As to the interpretation of an in-law
apartment and who is related, he felt it was a very cloudy
issue. In order to make such judgements and enforce the laws
he would need a clearer interpretation and more stringent
law from the Planning Board. He had to proceed very carefully
to be sure his accusations would hold up in court if the case
ever came to that. Chairman Machiros stated that Mr. Jackman
would be called to appear before Mr. Powers to answer these
complaints . Mr. Bresnahan commented that they had each
purchased their homes in what they believed to be a quiet,
safe, residential neighborhood not realizing they would be
living next to two apartment houses. In the last few months
the number of cars , people and late night noise had greatly
increased, as well as the instances of cars racing from these
two driveways and up the street endangering their children.
Chairman Machiros expressed great concern over these statements
and said when 'public safety and welfare of residents are being
threatened or a public nuisance is being caused the Board
would certainly take any steps necessary to rectify the
situation. In the absence of Chief_ Merry, Officer McCarthy
was called to sit in on the hearing. Officer McCarthy stated
the residents should immediately call the police station with
any reports of speeding cars or late night disturbances and in
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f
the meantime the department would patrol the neighborhood and
watch for potential problems . Rick Tobin asked that the Board
make a definitive decision on this complaint and the neighbors
would cooperate by keeping the police department and the Board
updated on the situation. Officer McCarthy invited the five
residents to visit the Police Station downstairs to see how
the system works so they would be more comfortable with
+ making reports of disturbances . Chairman Machiros stated he
hoped this matter could be resolved and a common solution could
be reached without having to spend the taxpayers money ona
court battle. As Mr. Jackman was not present to defend his
position, Chairman Machiros moved to further investigate this
complaint. This motion was unamimously approved.
Applications .for two one day licenses for the sale of
Alcoholic Beverages (Special Permits #40 & #41 ) from Old
Town Country Club were presented and unamimously approved.
Marcia Peirce, Town Clerk, submitted a proposal to increase
Liquor License Fees and presented with it a listing of fees
charged by surrounding towns . After a short deliberation the
proposal was unamimously accepted. Mrs . Peirce will send out
notices to this effect next month.
Chairman Machiros stated the Board would look at the
money situation by the next meeting and at that time would set
a date for a special town meeting if needed.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 55p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
OCTOBER 23 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and
Alan I . Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 9 , 1990 W14 $101 , 421 . 93
P14 19 ,014 . 13
October 16 , 1990 W15 69 , 361 . 21
P15 77 , 168 . 46
Chairman Machiros asked Chief Merry if he had anything to
report on Silverledge Road. Chief Merry replied he had no
reports on the properties in question but had received other
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unrelated . complaints on the street. Chairman Machiros stated
Mr. Jackman' s properties were still under investigation and
Mr. Powers was pursuing the matter.
Dick Cunningham, Town Constable, was asked to sign the
warrant for the Election of November 6 , 1990 .
In a communique from the Mass. Municipal Association the
cities and towns of the Commonwealth were asked to take a
public stand on Question 5 . Chairman Machiros stated the
Board has never before taken such a stance but in this
instance he was personally in favor of doing so. Question 5
if approved, would return to the cities and towns 40% of all
revenue from the Lottery as well as state income, sales, and
corporate taxes . Selectman Adams commented that this was the
law that hopefully would have straightened Massachusetts
out years ago but it had fallen by the wayside. He stated he
would support Question 5 100 Selectman Tevald made it
unanimous . Chairman Machiros asked that the records show in
the form of a resolution "ON THIS 23RD DAY OF OCTOBER 1990
AT 7: 40P.M. THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF NEWBURY BY
RESOLUTION HAS SUPPORTED AND WILL ENCOURAGE THE CITIZENS OF
THE TOWN OF. NEWBURY TO SUPPORT QUESTION 5 ON THE BALLOT.
Dick Cunningham asked if the Board had a position on
Question 3 . The Board declined as did Mr. Cunningham when
asked for a commitment.
A permit was granted Essex County Gas Company to excavate
36 Main Street for the purpose of installing a new gas service.
A new home occupation license was tenatively approved
pending the appearance of the principals before the Selectmen.
Jeff Smith of Chute Road, Byfield, representing Troop 44
of the Boy Scouts of America, , was welcomed by the Board. He
was in attendance to take notes as part of a service project
to complete his LIFE status . Mrs. Smith commented that this
was just one step from Eagle Scout. Jeff requested a copy
of the town budget to submit with his notes . Chairman
Machiros said he was welcome to a copy of the budget but
suggested he take a copy of the Annual Report instead as
this contains complete information on the Town. Selectman
Tevald presented a copy of the Annual Report to Jeff at the
conclusion of the meeting.
Chairman Machiros noted that the Board still had plenty of
time to post a special meeting if it was needed. This decision
would be postponed until the Board could discern the amount of
tax money coming in.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) October 23 , 1990
The meeting was adjourned at 7 : 55p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois , Secretary
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
November 13 , 1990
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and
Alan I . Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
October 23 , 1990 W16 $136 ,652 . 46
P16 20, 993 . 17
October 30, 1990 W17 30 ,904 . 58
P17 76, 234 . 43
SW9 42 . 50
November 6 , 1990 W18 97 ,891 . 87
P18 17 ,664 . 97
Chairman Machiros announced the date proposed by Michael
Roy and his committee for "CHRISTMAS ON THE GREEN" is December 9,
1990 at 3 : 30p.m. Selectmen Tevald and Adams unanimously approved
this date.
The Board recognized Don Marrs of M & M Rubbish Removal who
had asked to speak at the meeting. Mr. Marrs questioned why his
trucks were not being allowed in the Landfill . Chairman Machiros
replied he was not a resident of the Town and his trucks had NH
registrations. Mr. Marrs stated he was hauling PI trash for PI
customers . His loads could be checked and he felt the Board was
discriminating against his company. Selectman Tevald asked how
long Mr. Marrs had been hauling and he replied the company had
been in business since .1957 . Selectman Adams restated that to
access the Landfill you must be a resident or property owner and
have a landfill sticker. Chairman Machiros said the Board was
certainly not trying to violate anyone ' s civil rights. With the
implementation of recycling, the people of Newbury have become
more vigilant about their landfill. and the Board had received
several calls from residents questioning the right of NH trucks
to dump at their landfill . The Board was therefore mandated to
follow through on these complaints . Mr.McKeown, Mr. Ackerly,
Mrs. Daly and several residents of PI were in attendance and spoke
in defense of Mr. Marrs, stating that he was very reasonable and
especially helpful to the elderly. Mr.McKeown was especially
vocal and upset and questioned where they could find the same
service for the same money. Chairman Machiros replied he could
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not suggest or appoint a hauler. After a short debate on this
situation, Mr. Marrs stated he would become a resident of Newbury
tomorrow and thereby be eligible for a landfill sticker.
Mr. Burl Leonard of PI was recognized by the Board. He
questioned the continued building on PI. Charlie Powers,
Building Inspector, was called to address Mr. Leonard' s complaint.
Mr. Powers stated he had inspected the properties referred to
and had sent letters to the owners, all who have valid building
permits . Work was delayed but still going forward on one house
in particular due to limited funds on the owner ' s part. When
completed this house will conform to all building codes.
Chairman Machiros asked that the records show this is the fourth
or fifth time Mr. Leonard has voiced these same complaints to the
Board. Each time his concerns have been answered by the Board
and Mr. Powers .
Mr. McKeown of PI complained that his neighbor has a 35 '
boat stored in the front yard and he questioned the legality of
this storage. Mr. Powers was once again asked to make a ruling.
Mr. Powers replied that he would look into the matter but as long
as the boat was stored on the owners property and not infringing
on his neighbors property, it was legal . The only stipulation
being that the owners could not live on the boat.
A permit was granted Essex County Gas Company to open and
excavate 22 Hay Street for the purpose of installing a new gas
service, street to house, approximately 50 ' .
A population survey received from the Alcoholic Beverage
Control Commission was presented to the Board. By actual count
from our Town Clem. the population of Newbury as of Nov. 1 , 1990
is 6 , 256 . This figure was duly reported and the certificate
signed by the Selectmen.
A preliminary renewal for permit year 1991 from the Outdoor
Advertising Board was granted Ackerly Communications, Inc. - permits
#16326, 16326A, 22452 , 22452A.
Chairman Machiros stated in regards to Seabrook, we have
two issues to address. First, we have had a communique from John
L. Lovering, Acting Director, of the Mass. Civil Defense Agency
offering his agency' s assistance in developing a Comprehensive
Emergency Managemant Plan for our community. This all hazard
plan would be designed to assist the town in responding to a
natural or technological emergency. Under Federal PL99-499
known as SARA TITLE III all communities are required to have such
a plan for a hazardous material emergency. Chairman Machiros
asked Chief Merry for a progress report. Chief Merry replied
the plan was not yet complete but the Police, Fire, & Highway
Departments were working diligently on its completion. The
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 13 , 1990
Board voted to accept any and all help offered by Mr. Lovering in
developing this plan. Secondly, the Board received a letter
from the Newbury School Committee asking the Selectmen to place
An article on the warrant of the next meeting to allow the
committee to explore evacuation planning of the school children
during school hours in the event of an emergency at the Seabrook
Nuclear Power Plant. This planning process would be under the
control of the Police and Civil Defense Departments. Chairman
Machiros stated he felt we had a moral responsibility to all our
citizens to face this issue and the Board unanimously agreed
that an article would be placed on the warrant to develop such
an emergency response plan.
For the records and the press , Chairman Machiros stated he
was disturbed after attending a meeting in Newburyport a few
weeks prior. In times before Seabrook came on line, towns were
urged by the Commonwealth to have an emergency response plan.
At that time the list of materials needed for such a plan were
prohibitive to small town budgets . The Utilities realizing the
burden this placed onthese towns offered to supply the needed
equipment which was looked at as a bribe. At that time Newbury
made no effort to take a stand for or against Seabrook. We
simply stated that at this time we could not develop a plan to
safely evacuate our people due to the geographical location of
our Town and the layout of our roads. Now, however, with Seabrook
on line and running at 100% an evacuation plan has become a
necessity. Selectman Adams moved that we approach the Utility
with a request for any materials they could provide to implement
an emergency evacuation plan. Selectman Tevald seconded the motion
and it was passed unanimously.
Chairman Machiros announced "good news" from the Newburyport
Water Board. After several meetings with Mayor Matthews and the
Water Board, an agreement has been reached to start work immediately
on replacing our water lines . Starting Monday, November 26, the
water department requested permission to begin excavating the
left side of High Road from Morgan Avenue to beyond the lights
to the Short house for the purpose of installing a 12" main and
hydrants . The purpose of installing this line on the left was to
prevent problems with existing gas lines, electric lines and the
old pipes . Chief Merry said he was no problem as long as they
had valid permits from the State and made the proper tie-ins
to the existing lines . The Board unanimously approved this request.
Newburyport had asked for assistance from our Highway Department
to supplement their people and speed the work of excavating the
road. Mr. Osgood and his department will assist whenever they ate
free from town projects. Mayor Matthews promised work would
progress until prohibited by the weather and he pledged his
commitment to complete this project in the spring.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 13, 1990
An invitation for sealed bids for two trucks and plows for
the Highway Department will be posted in the Daily News. Bids
will be opened and read at the Selectmen' s Meeting on December 11 ,
1990 .
Chairman Machiros advised the Board that he had received
from the Department of Environmental Protection the necessary
work order and signed bill of lading for removal of 365 yeads
of soil with an approximate value of $8 , 000 . 00 from Angie ' s
Service Station on PI to any landfill . Chairman Machiros
offered to donate this soil to the Newbury Landfill for use as
ground cover. Selectmen Tevald and Adams both replied the
Town would be happy to accept this donation.
It was unanimously decided that a Special Town Meeting would
be held on December 4, 1990 at the Round School at 7 : 30p.m. to
consider four articles. 1 ) Rezoning of the Whitford property,
2 ) Reduce the budget on paper by $194,464 . 00 3 ) Replace these
monies with available funds 4 ) Rescind the 1986 article
prohibiting an evacuation plan and institute an article to
develop such an emergency response plan.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 15p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois, Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
November 27 , 1990
The Selectmen ' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectmen Joseph S. Tevald and
Alan I . Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 13, 1990 W19 $68 , 589 . 99
P19 76 , 969 . 64
November 20 , 1990 W20 37 , 066 . 26
P20 20 ,846 . 25
Chief Roger Merry was recognized by the Board. He was
asked to introduce the gentlemen being recommended for reserve
officer appointments in the Newbury Police Department. The
three appointees are Thomas Canning, Robert Wile, and David
Noyes . Mr. Canning and Mr. Noyes were present. Mr. Wile was
absent. Chief Merry said he was proud to.1_rec:ommend .these -three
young men as reserve officers of his force. Mr. Canning and Mr.
Noyes would benefit from being appointed now and would then
'` enter the Reserve Academy in December to complete their training.
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 27 , 1990
Mr. Wile is one of .four officers laid off from the Newburyport
force and can start immediately. He is a certified Academy
Trainee and First Responder. All three candidates scoted
exceptionally high in all their tests and Chief Merry felt sure
they would be a great asset to our town. The Selectmen agreed
with Chief Merry that these young men were excellent choices .
Selectman Adams made a motion that the appointments of Mr. Wile,
Mr. Canning, and Mr. Noyes be accepted as recommended by Chief
Merry. Selectman Tevald seconded the motion. The appointments
were unanimously approved. Mr. Canning & Mr. Noyes were
personally congratulated by the Board.
A "Home Occupation License" was presented to the Board by
Mr. Hallett Colby for approval . The Board asked if he under-
stood and could abide by the by-laws governing a home occupation.
Mr. Colby stated that he did understand these laws. The license
was unanimously approved.
Chairman Machiros asked Mr. Moynihan of Mass Electric for
a status report on the overhead electric power lines at Plum
Island Turnpike. Chairman Machiros stated his concern that low
voltage could cause burners to misfire and spark thereby causing
a flash fire. Mr. Moynihan replied that Mass Electric was
waiting for approval from the State Army Corp of Engineers but
he would all he could to expedite the installation.
At eight p.m. a Public Hearing was held on the petition
of Mass Electric and N.E. Telephone & Telegraph Co. plan #632 ,
dated 9/28/90 to relocate ( 1 ) pole #135 on Kent Way adjacent
to property owned by Mr. R. J. Kelly. No opposition was voiced.
M. Hinz representing R. J. Kelly spoke in favor. The hearing
was closed and the matter taken under advisement. The hearing
resumed and Selectman Adams made a motion that permission be
granted to relocate pole #135 . Selectman Tevald seconded the
motion and the petition was unanimously approved.
Selectman Tevald mentioned the new sign at Old Byfield
Center. He stated he felf it was out of character with the
Center and garrish at best, causing quite a negative reaction
with the townspeople. He asked Mr. Hinz if it were possible
to somehow tone down the color and brightness of this sign.
Mr. Hinz replied he would pass the message on to his superiors
but knowing the cost of the sign, he thought it would probably
stand as is for awhile.
Chairman Machiros mentioned the new laws governing
Procurement of goods and services. Pursuant to Chapter 30B
of the Massachusetts General Laws, all cities and towns must have a
Selectmen' s Meeting (Continued) November 27 , 1990
CPO to oversee the purchase of all supplies and services
exceeding $1 ,000 , not extending to real property. Selectman
Adams moved that Mr. Machiros be appointed CPO and Selectman
Tevald seconded the motion.
A permit was granted Essex County Gas Co. to open and
excavate #6 & 7 Central St. for the purpose of installing a
new gas service.
Renewal of a Beano & Charity Game License for Fire
Protection Co. #2 was approved for the period ll/l/90 thru
10/31/91 .
A one day license (Spec. permit #42 ) for the sale of
alcoholic beverages was granted Fire Protection Co. #2 for
Friday, 11/30/90 from 7p.m. to 12 : 30a.m. The license fee
was waived.
Continental Cablevision as a sponser for the collection of
canned goods and other items for distribution to the
Development for Dependent People requested permission to use
the parking lot in front of Town Hall , Sunday, 12/16/90 from
12-2p.m. A van would be parked in the lot to facilitate this
collection. Their request was unanimously approved.
The following applications for the renewal of liquor
licenses for the year 1991 were presented from the Alcoholic
Beverage Control Commission.
All Alcohol - Restaurant
Scott Dehetre d/b/a Buddy' s Restaurant
Gloria Merola d/b/a Beachcomber
Club - Wine & Malt
Old Town Country Club, Inc.
Ould Newbury Golf Club
Package - All Alcohol
SKK Inc. d/b/a Corner Cupboard
Byfield Assoc. d/b/a D & J Liquors
Gu 1;f rd-' s 'Packag:e .St:bte./,: Eric.. ':d/-b%a Mr. Moe' s
Package - Wine & Malt
Jane McNeal d/b/a Pi' s
Willey Clifford d/b/a Dick ' s Variety
Tracy Apothecary Corp. d/b/a Byfield Pharmacy
All applications were unanimously approved.
Selectman Joseph Tevald expressed his deepest sympathy
to all persons who sustained a loss in the Sabbath Day Farm
fire. "People are in real need of a facility such as Sabbath
Day Farm. " "It was a vitale asset to Byfield" , he said. He also
expressed his wish to provide any help possible to facilitate
the rebuilding of this property. Selectman Adams also expressed
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his condolences to the owner, manager, and all the people who
lost horses and agreed that the Board should extend their offer
of aid. Chairman Machiros also offered his sympathy. He advised
the Board that he as Chairman of the Board of Health and the
Animal Control Officer, Dick Cunningham, had ordered the horses
buried Saturdaymorning at 9 : 35a.m. with the approval of Mrs.,
Jespersen. The burial site on farm property being more than
100 ' from any public well and more than 3-400 ' from any stream.
He also agreed that the Board should offer whatever assistance
they could within their jurisdiction.
The meeting adjourned at 8 :25p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois , Secretary
SELECTMEN' S MEETING
December 11 , 1990
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Joseph S. Tevald and
Alan I . Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
November 27 , 1990 W21 $575 ,537 . 97
P21 91 ,256 . 52
SW10 153 . 59
December 4 , 1990 W22 38 ,483 . 58
P22 19 ,603 . 91
SW11 84 . 14
The Board expressed their gratitude both personally and
publicly to Dick -Cunningham, Animal Control Officer, and his
assistant, Jim Cunningham, for their quick response, timeless
energy and the tough decisions they had to make at the Sabbath
Day Farm fire. They worked tirelessly under devastating
conditions and their efforts should not go un-noticed.
In regards to Mass Electric Co. ' s application to construct
an overhead electric power line at Plum Island Turnpike over the
waters of Plum Island River, the Board was in agreement that
for the records they had no objection to the project.
Chairman Machiros advised the Board and the public that
one of the sealed bids for the trucks had arrived after the 3 : 30p.m.
deadline. He asked the Board if they would allow the bid to
be included. Selectman Adams replied that he felt it was in
the best interest of the Town and the Community to have as
many bidders as possible and he would have no objection. No
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one in attendence voiced an objection. Selectman Adams made a
motion that all bids be read. Selectman Tevald seconded the
motion. At 7 : 45p.m. the bids were opened and read. Bids were
received from Ipswich Ford Sales, Inc. , Donohue Motor Co. ,
Dyar Sales & Machinery Co. , Noble Chevrolet/Geo, Ramelli Ford
Sales , Inc. , and Liberty Chevrolet. After reading the bids, they
were turned over to Phillip Osgood, Highway Superintendent,- for his
recommendation. Mr. Osgood carefully reviewed the bids and
come back with the recommendation that the bid from Donohue
.MotorCompany be accepted subject to confirmation that the one-ton
dump truck was 4-wheel drive as required in the specs . After
careful consideration the Board unanimously accepted the
recommendation of Mr. Osgood with the provision that the dump truck
be four wheel drive. This not being the case, the second lowest
bidder, Noble Chevrolet/Geo would then be awarded the bid.
The Board reviewed and approved the following license
renewals for the year 1991 :
PITA Hall - Dancing weekdays, Common Victualler, Parking Lot
Harry Foote d/b/a Bird' s Nest - Gifts and Crafts
Daniel Souza d/b/a Dan' s Hair Haus - Beauty Shop..
Ann Palumbo Webber d/b/a Colonial Coiffeurs - Beauty Shop
Robert L. Upton d/b/a Upton Farms - Buy & Sell Gifts etc.
Mae Atkinson d/b/a Mae Atkinson Antiques - Buy & Sell Gifts etc.
Judith Fionda d/b/a Parker River Trading Post - Buy & Sell Gifts etc.
Susan H. Saunders d/b/a The Heart of Byfield - Buy & Sell Gifts etc.
Leslie A. Haley d/b/a Newbury Hair Design - Beauty Shop
Donald & Dorothy Phillips d/b/a Phillips Parking Lot - Parking Lot
Michael Doyle d/b/a Doyle ' s Apothecary Inc. - Buy & Sell Gifts etc.
Luciano A. Capodilupo d/b/a R.C. Arts & Crafts - Buy & Sell Gifts etc.
Paul & Kathy Visconte d/b/a Scoop du Jour - Common Victualler,
Sunday Ice Cream
Jane F. McNeal d/b/a PJ' s - Common Victualler, Milk, Sunday Ice Cr.
Ralph Johnson, Mgr, Ould Newbury Golf Club Inc. - Common Victualler,
Dancing weekdays, Milk, Sunday Ice Cream, Soft Drinks
Evelyn Mahoney d/b/a Guilfords Package Store - Milk, Parking Lot U-2#12
A one day license (Special Permit #43 ) was approved for Fire
Protection Co. #2 for Monday, December 31st from 8p.m. to la.m. The
fee was waived.
The Selectmen unanimously agreed that the regularly scheduled
meeting on December 25th be waived due to the Christmas Holiday. A
public hearing on the tax levy for fiscal 91 will be scheduled for
Thursday, December 20th at 7 : 30p.m. Any business that arises will
be handled at that time.
A proposal was presented by John Koney, Landfill Superintendent,
and Marcia Peirce, Town Clerk, regarding dump stickers and parking
permits for PI . The following fees for FY91 were proposed:
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Household dump sticker - $5 . 00 - limit two per household
6-wheel pick up - $25 . 00
Commercial pick up - $75. 00 - sticker transferrable within Co.
Packers - $200 . 00 - sticker transferrable within company
Also proposed was the possibility of issuing temporary parking
permits for PI , with property owners only being issued a yearly
sticker. Mr.Koney spoke in favor of the proposed fees , stating
that they would still be much lower than most surrounding towns .
After careful consideration by the Board, Selectman Adams moved
that the $5 . 00 fee be accepted as proposed. Selectman Tevald
seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved. The other
fees will be taken under advisement.
The perambulation of bounds with the Town of Rowley will be
held on Saturday, December 15th. Selectman Adams and Selectman
Tevald agreed to represent the Town of Newbury.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 25p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois, Secretary
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
December 20 , 1990
The Selectmen' s Meeting was held at 7 : 30p.m. Chairman
Machiros opened the meeting. Selectman Joseph S. Tevald and
Alan I . Adams were present.
The following warrants were signed by the Selectmen:
December 11 , 1990 W23 $175 , 422 . 90
P23 110,777. 81
SW12 106 .65
December 18, 1990 W24 70 ,035 . 12
P24 17 ,954 . 30
Notice of the Public Hearing was read as follows : In accordance
with Chapter 369 , Acts of 1982 , Section 1 , the Board of Selectmen
of the Town of Newbury will hold a public hearing on the determination
-- of the percentage of the tax levy to be borne by each class of real
property for fiscal year 1991 . Hearing to be held at the Newbury
Town Hall , 7 : 30p.m. , Thursday, December 20 , 1990 . The Board of
Assessors addressed the Board and recommended a single rate of $8 . 72
for all classes of property. There was no opposition voiced. Mr.
Lorenz Proli raised a question on assessments. He was asked to meet
with the Assessors at the close of the meeting as this would have no
bearing on the tax rate. A motion was passed to close the hearing and the
matter taken under advisement. The hearing resumed and by a unanimous
decision of the Board, all commercial , industrial , and residential
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l property will once again be taxed at a single rate. Selectman
Adams moved that the hearing be closed. Selectman Tevald seconded
this motion. The hearing was closed. The Assessors will forward
the proposed rate and financial information to the Department
of Revenue for approval .
A request from the Ladies Auxiliary of Protection Fire Co. #2
to place a banner on the outback of the green advertising their
New Year ' s Eve dance was unanimously approved.
The following licenses were reviewed and approved:
Installers - Rand Excavating, Manter Co. Inc. , John D. Hartnett
& Sons Inc. , Francis J. Fournier, T. L. Norton Co. , Inc. ,
Spalding Construction Inc. , R.B. Strong Septic System
Services, Keith P. Walton Co. , Stewart ' s Septic Service Inc. ,
Pearson Landscaping Inc. , Allen P. Rogers
Used Car Dealers - Class II - Angie ' s Service Station, Fast
Trailer & Container -Sales div...,A.E.L.. -.Corp. , -Special'`.Interest
Autos of Newbury, Ted' s Service d/b/a Byfield Tire Co.
Buy & Sell Gifts , Antiques & 2nd Hand Articles - Mary A. Webber
d/b/a Webber Antiques, Martha Hopping d/b/a The Keeping Room,
Norman Beckman d/b/a Norbeck Sterling, Angie Machiros d/b/a .
A.G..J Woodcraft-ing- &-Woodworking
Parking Lot - Michael P. Villane d/b/a Villane Parking Lot,
Chandler Grinnell & Jack McKallagat d/b/a Blvd. Parking Lot
Beauty Shop - Cheryl Mahoney d/b/a Cheryl ' s Island Clip, Helen
Bulgaris d/b/a Longfellow Hill Beauty Salon
Grooming Shop - Karen Candeas d/b/a Karen' s Dog Grooming of P. I.
Bait, Tackle, Sporting Goods & Sunday Ice Cream - Kay Moulton
d/b/a Surfland Bait & Tackle Shop
Common Victualler, Milk, Sunday Ice Cream - Scott Dehetre d/b/a
Buddy' s Restaurant
Common Victualler, Sunday Ice Cream, Milk - Clifford Willey d/b/a
Dick' s Variety
Common Victualler, Parking Lot (U1-#25 ) , Sunday Ice Cream, Milk -
Clifford Willey & Robert Ducott Jr. d/b/a Haven II
The Board announced that Mr. Ron Pearson had offered to chip
'Christmas Trees ' free of charge, next to the landfill for all
residents. of Newbury with a dump sticker on Saturday, December 29 and
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Saturday, January 5th.
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 15p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Sirois, Secretary