BOS-08-09-2005

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BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES
 AUGUST 9, 2005
 MEMORIAL HALL

Present: Robert E. Burr, Jr., Chairman, Victor D. Del Vecchio, Vice-Chairman; John J.
Connolly, Clerk; Avril T. Elkort, Member; Gerald A. Salvatori, Jr., Member, William T.
Friel, Town Administrator; and Judy Nelson, Administrative Secretary

Location: Salah Room, Memorial Hall

Meeting was called to Order at 7:02 p.m.

Mr. Burr asked permission to take an item out of order. Mr. Burr updated the public on
the progress of the downtown-wiring project. Mr. Burr stated that the Board of Selectmen
believed the project would be largely complete in the fall of 2005. He noted unfortunately
all aspect of the project would not be completed until March of 2006. Mr. Burr indicated
when attending the Meeting on 06-7-2005, the Board was shocked to hear that the
Verizon work would not be completed until March of 2006. The Board of Selectmen was
not happy with the lack of communication between utility companies. Verizon contends
that work will be done on March 31, 2006 with the exception of five poles off of
Washington Street. These riser poles will be removed at a later date. He noted that this
would have no impact on service. Mr. Burr noted that NSTAR was aware of these date
changes. It was also stressed that this would have no negative impact on the Streetscape
Project. Mr. Burr again thanked the public for the continued support and patience.

Class II License - Frank Leahy Motors located at 16 Williams Street:

Mr. Friel updated the Board on the status of the above-referenced Class II License held
by Frank Leahy, III. Unfortunately, at this time this matter is still pending. Mr. Leahy has
retained an attorney. Mr. Friel has spoken with Mr. Leahy's attorney who provided some
new documentation. This case is still uncertain in the eyes of probate. The Leahy family
has made an effort to find out the status of ownership. Mr. Friel noted that the Town had
several options available to them and that at this time he would recommend extending
this Class II license until 12-31-05. He noted that at this time, this matter might still be in
probate, but that the Town would be able explore all options. Mr. Friel noted that if the
Board required more information, he would provide this information upon request.

Motion was made to extend the Class II License for the sale of second hand motor
vehicles until 12-31-05 at which time this matter will be reviewed and a decision made.

Motion: John J. Connolly Second: Avril T. Elkort VOTE: 5-0

ACTION ITMES/NEW BUSINESS:

Banner Request - Board of Health - For Health Fair to be held on 10-22-05:

Motion was made to grant the Banner Request for the Board of Health for the upcoming
Health Fair: