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Town Hall, Chenery Meeting Room, 2nd floor Tuesday December 1, 2015@ 7:00 PM

AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

7 :00 PM Public Hearing – Eversource
Grant of location to install one (1) new pole at 445 Main Street

7: 15 PM Public Hearing – Permission to solicit
Solar City I solar panels

7:30 PM Economic Development Committee, Pat Casey Chair
Lot 3 discussion

Due to the holiday, other items will be added

Date
PETITION OF NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY dba EVERSOURCE ENERGY AND OTHER
COMPANIES FOR JOINT OR IDENTICAL LOCATIONS FOR POLES
To tho Board of Selectmen of the Town of Medfield, Massachusetts:
Respectrully represent NSTAR ELECTRIG COMPANY dba Eversource Energy and VERIZON N~W ENGLAND, INC. companies subject to Chapter 166 of Iha General Laws {Tar.Ed.), that they desire to construct a line upon, along and across lhe public way or ways hereinafter specified.
WHEREFORE, your petitioners pray that after due notice and hearing as provided by law the Board of Selectmen may by Order grant your petitioners joint or Identical locations for the erection or construction of poles, to be owned and used in common by them, and for such other fixtures Including anchors and guys as may be necessary to sustain or protect the wires or the llne, said poles to be located, substanlially as shown on the plans made by A. Debenedictis dated October 27, 2015 and filled herewith, upon along and across the folfowing public way or ways or said town:

Janes Ave- Northeasterly side, approxfmatoly 160:1: feet northwest of Main Street

Install one (1) now pole 29/6
Hearing Required
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Also for permission to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wlres In the above or Intersecting public ways for the purpose· of making connections  with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes. Your petitioners agree to reserve space for one Crossarm at a suitable point upon each of said poles for the telephone, fire and police signal wires owned by the town and used for municipal purposes.

NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY
dba EVERSOURCE ENERGY
By:
Jlllam D. Lemos
Rights and Permits, Supervisor
VERIZON NEW l:NGI ~. LD

By·
Pated this ____ day of 2015
Town of MEDFIELD, Massachusetts
Received and filed ______ ____.,2015

LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF MEDFIELD
·In conformity with the requirements of Section 22 of Chapter 166 of the General Laws, a public hearing
will be held Tuesday December 1, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the Medfield Town House, 459 Main Street upon
petition of NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY and VERIZON for the purpose of
obtaining a Grant of Location to install one (1) new pole (29/5). The work is necessary to provide service
to 445 Main Street. All Town Boards and interested parties are invited to attend.
Richard P. DeSorgher, Chairman
Board of Selectmen
Medfield Press: Please publish above notice in the November 27, 2015 edition of the newspaper. Send
invoice to above address, attention Evelyn Clarke. Thank you

LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that under the provisions of Section 28 of Article IV of the Town of
Medfield by-Laws a public hearing will be held on Tuesday December 1, 2015, 7:20 PM at the
Medfield Town House, 459 Main Street, on application of Evan Gray, representing Solar City,
Norwell, MA, to solicit in Medfield selling solar panels. All town boards and interested parties
are invited to attend.
Richard P. DeSorgher, Chairman
Board of Selectmen
Medfield Press: Please publish this notice one time only in the November 27, 2015 edition of
the newspaper. Send invoice to Board of Selectmen, 459 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052

Meeting Minutes
November 17, 2015
Chenery Meeting Room draft

PRESENT: Selectmen DeSorgher, Fisher, Peterson; town administrator Sullivan; Assistant Town Administrator Trierweiler; Town Counsel Cerel; Administrative Assistant Clarke

Chairman DeSorgher called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and made note this meeting is being recorded. He asked for a moment of appreciation for our brave servicemen and women  serving around the world and for all who have suffered during the terrorist attack in Paris.

Mr. DeSorgher expressed condolences to the Coulter and Arrone families for their recent loss.

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR GOALS
As the Selectmen request additional time to review the goals, it was agreed to hold for the December 1 meeting. The Selectmen also request that their calendar be brought up to date for the next meeting.

MEETING MINUTES
VOTED unanimously to approve the November 3, 2015 minutes as submitted

EAGLE SCOUT
The Board received an invitation to attend the Eagle Court of Honor for Ethan Murby and John Walsh on Saturday November 28, 2015.

ROUTE 109 RAILROAD CROSSING
Mr. DeSorgher expressed a big thank you to Police Chief Meaney, Fire Chief Kingsbury, Superintendent Feeney and the Highway Department for their good assistance with the reconstruction of the rail tracks. The crossing was closed from Friday November 13 to Monday afternoon, a huge project that involved extensive planning. All in all it went very smoothly and the Town did their best to accommodate those businesses in the area.

Mr. Sullivan said that the railroad people were very pleased with Medfield’s assistance and cooperation. The Cottage Street crossing will be repaired in the spring. He continued commenting that the railroad’s plan is to redo all railroad ties between Framingham and Mansfield. When completed trains traveling will have an increase in their speed up to 20 mph.

COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT
Selectman Peterson said that it makes good sense for Medfield to adopt the CPA. Medfield should be getting the matching funds from the Commonwealth as other towns do. He commented that he learned Medway received over $259,000 as a CPA trust fund distribution amount. Town Counsel remarked that Medway’s contribution is 3%. Participating towns and cities may contribute 1-3% with 3% receiving the higher matching funds from the state. These funds may be used for planning, park and recreation, conservation, affordable housing and historic preservation projects. The Selectmen agree that a study committee should be
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Appointed to gather CPA information to then propose an article on the town meeting warrant. Advise interested residents that would like to be appointed to the committee to contact Town Hall.
ANNUAL TAX CLASSIFICATION HEARING
Present: Tax Assessor Yvonne Remillard, Board members Ed Beard, Frank Perry and Tom Sweeney Selectman Fisher read the legal notice that was published in the November 5th edition of the Medfield Press.
Ms. Remillard explained that the purpose of this hearing is to determine if the Town should maintain a single tax rate that benefits all known as a uniform tax rate. The Town has so little commercial property that historically Medfield has maintained a single tax rate that relieves industrial/commercial properties of a tax burden. She reported that surrounding towns, i.e. Dover, Norfolk, Millis and Sherborn also adopt a uniform rate. Medfield’s full valuation for fy16 is $2,485,214,555.00.

Mr. Sullivan advised the Selectmen that they will need to sign the appropriate DOR documents electronically after the meeting adjourns this evening.

VOTE: Selectman Fisher made a motion, seconded by Selectman Peterson to close the 2015 tax classification hearing. Vote was unanimous

VOTE: On a motion made by Selectman Fisher, seconded by Selectman Peterson it was unanimously voted to adopt a single tax rate for the Town of Medfield and as recommended by the Board of Assessors

Board member Ed Beard remarked that his Board is very pleased that we came through this process for a full revaluation year very easily. He extended a sincere thank you to Yvonne, Kathy and Donna for all the work they do.

MEDFIELD HOUSING AUTHORITY
Selectman DeSorgher was requested to advise the Board about House Bill H.1656. This pertains to the geographical jurisdiction of the Housing Court Department. If passed this will ensure residents of the Commonwealth will have access to a fair hearing on landlord I tenant issues. MHA requests the Selectmen vote to sign a resolution in support of this bill to send to our Boston delegation urging them to vote to adopt the bill.

VOTE: Selectman Fisher made a motion, seconded by Selectman Peterson and it was resolved that the Medfield Board of Selectmen directs the Town Administrator to express the Town’s full support for the enactment of House bill H.1656 An Act relative to the Geographical Jurisdiction of the Housing Court Legislation before the completion of the current legislative session, and to take all steps necessary to engage our legislative

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delegation and others, to achieve this outcome in 2015

CHAPTER 90
VOTE: On a motion made and seconded it was voted unanimously to sign Chapter 90 Reimbursement Request in the amount of $70,228.54 for Green Street project and as recommended by Superintendent Feeney

MEDFIELD AWARDED GRANT
Notice received that we have been awarded a Sustainable Materials recovery Program grant for up to $4,000.00 for food waste collection and additionally $1,000 for educational materials to help make the public aware of the collection program. The Board is requested to vote to authorize Chairman DeSorgher to execute the document and it was so voted.

LICENSES & PERMITS
VOTED unanimously to grant MEMO a parade permit for the 2015 Christmas Parade to take place on Saturday December 5, 2015

VOTED unanimously to grant Basil Restaurant, Tom McGue owner a time extension on their liquor license to 1:00 AM Thanksgiving Eve November 25, 2015

SELECTMEN REPORT
Mr. Fisher attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Samuel Johnson and Andrew Maritan. He remarked that he was again quite impressed with the young men and their ability to speak before the well-attended event. It was a nice ceremony. The Medfield State Hospital Committee continues to make progress. He continued saying that all three Selectmen attended Strategic Planning Focus Group for the school department last week. The plan presented involves the community in the planning process to review the challenges and strengths of our
school system.

Mr. Peterson said the plans for the December 6 Angel Run are moving forward. Runners may register on the day of the race. He voiced a plea for volunteers to help on the day of the race.  He remarked that Veterans’ Agent Ron Griffin did an excellent job organizing the breakfast on November 11. While he was at the MSH committee meeting he learned that they suggest the Economic Development Committee not go forward with the RFP at this time for Lot 3. MSH wants a closer look at the property Selectman Peterson held his first Friday hour at the CENTER and talked with resident Justin Brady who has a few issues with town meeting. Mr. Brady suggests there be written ballots, hearing accommodations, take into consideration older people have hard time sitting for a

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length of time. Mr. Sullivan advised that those issues be brought to Town Moderator Scott McDermott’s attention.

Mr. DeSorgher requested that the gas company come to a Selectmen’s meeting to discuss the older underground pipe lines; suggests Superintendent Feeney, Dr. Marsden, Chief Meaney make sidewalks a priority; agrees Veterans’ Agent Ron Griffin is very professional and the lighting ceremony at Baxter Park was well organized by the Ladies Auxiliary. Mr. DeSorgher made note that on his walks through town he sees posters on many utility poles about a lost cat. He advises they come down.

Selectman DeSorgher asked Mr. Sullivan to review how the town’s water bills are calculated as he has received many residents’ comments. Mr. Sullivan said that as the summer was very dry some residents may have used more water than in the past years. He made a point that the water rate increased by 8% and sewer by 2%. The Board of Water & Sewerage held a public hearing in the spring before voting the increases. It was their recommendation to raise the rates due to the projects; a new town water tower at the state hospital site that includes the water mains from the tower to well #6, replacement of older leaking pipes and the state
mandate that individual water meters be replaced every 10 years. Medfield has a multi usage rate system, the more water an individual uses a higher rate is
charged. Many other towns have this rate system also. Residents are invited to review a posting of rates from other towns in our water department. They will see that Medfield has the lowest water rates in the area.

ADJOURNMENT
Selectman Fisher made a motion at 8:10 PM to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Selectman Peterson. The vote was unanimous

Meeting Minutes
November 3, 2015

Chenery Meeting Room draft

PRESENT: Selectmen DeSorgher, Fisher, Peterson; Town Administrator Sullivan; Administrative Assistant Clarke

Chairman DeSorgher called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and made note that this meeting is being recorded. He asked for a moment of appreciation for our brave servicemen and servicewomen serving around the world.
Mr. DeSorgher expressed condolences to the family of a Medway high school senior who suffered a fatal car crash this past weekend. Our thoughts are with the Town of Medway.

VINE LAKE CEMETERY
Cemetery Commissioner Thomas Sweeny requested the Selectmen vote to approve the revised rules and regulations. He remarked that together with Town Counsel Cerel and Police Chief Meaney we made it as simple as possible for all to read and understand. On a motion made and seconded it was
VOTED unanimously to approve Vine Lake Cemetery Rules and Regulations as presented by the Cemetery Commissioners

Mr. Sweeney went on to explain that there has been one inurnment in the Columbarium and a few sales. The completed look of the building is beautiful and purple mums have been planted at the front. Cemetery Staff Jim Callachan and Steven Della-Camera did a fantastic job as well as administrative assistant Donna Cimeno who was a great help. He hopes that appreciation letters be sent from the Selectmen.

MEETING MINUTES
VOTED unanimously to accept the minutes of October 20, 2015 with amendments and accept the minutes of October 27, 2015 as presented

BOARD OF SELECTMEN GOALS 2015-2016
Mr. DeSorgher said that this final copy of the goals includes input from Selectmen Fisher and Peterson.
VOTE: Selectman Fisher made a motion, seconded by Selectman Peterson to accept the Board of Selectmen Goals for 2015-2016
Mr. Peterson said that he would ask that Town Administrator Sullivan work to put the goals into action.

LYME DISEASE STUDY COMMITTEE
Chairman Chris Kaldy requests the Selectmen vote to appoint Barbara Thompson Gips to the committee.

Mr. DeSorgher announced that the committee would like to have additional members.
Residents are welcomed to send letters of interest to Town Hall

VOTED unanimously to appoint Barbara Thompson Gips to the Lyme Disease Study Committee and as recommended by Chairman Chris Kaldy

CHAPTER 90 REIMBURSEMENTS

VOTED unanimously to sign Chapter 90 Reimbursement Request for the Green Street project in the amount of $126,280.62 and as recommended by Superintendent Feeney

VOTED unanimously to sign Chapter 90 Reimbursement Request for $362,448.25 for the North Meadows Road, Pine/Winter/Harding Streets project and as recommended by Superintendent Feeney

BUILDING INSPECTOR
John Naff requests the Selectmen vote to appoint James Coakley as Alternate Plumbing and Gas Inspector. This will fill the vacant position made by the resignation of Assistant Plumbing and Gas Inspector Peter Navis. Mr. Coakley is the Medway Plumbing Inspector
VOTED unanimously to appoint James Coakley Alternate Plumbing and Gas Inspector and as recommended by Building Commissioner John G. Naff

LICENSES & PERMITS
VOTED unanimously to grant permission to the School Committee to post signs
November 4 through November 17 advertising meetings to be held regarding the
Strategic Plan Focus Group; first meeting Thursday November 12 at 7:00 PM in Town Hall, Chenery Meeting Room

ORD BLOCK
As a copy of the ZBA’s decision was in the informational folder, Selectman DeSorgher queried if the building’s owner will maintain the new parking lot. Mr. Sullivan answered yes that he will plow and maintain the area, and there will be 12 parking spaces available for both public use the building’s tenants.

SELECTMEN REPORTS
Mr. Fisher said that last Friday was a nice day for the ceremony at the state hospital site which officially opened the new park overlooking the Charles River. We were all pleased with the terrific turnout, it’s a great spot that I’m sure will be used by many.

Mr. Peterson remarked that the state hospital master planning committee is doing a huge amount of work, doing a great deal more than the consulting firm hired by the Town. Kudos to the committee. He attended the recent meeting with the Historical Commission and Town Counsel to discuss protecting antique properties. He feels historic districts should be established to better help with preservation and that the Historical Commissions and builders should work together to achieve these goals.

Mr. Peterson went on to report that he, Richard and Michael attended a meeting in Wrentham at which Jay Ash, Secretary of Housing Development spoke, a very informative meeting. He said that it seems to me that Mr. Ashe was not aware of the hospital site until that meeting; after which he made a visit to the site. Now that he has seen it there may be grants available for the town’s use and more importantly with his (Jay Ashe) recognition talk about it to many developers.

Mr. Peterson queried about the situation of trees near the Pfaff Center. The abutting homeowner has expressed his wanting to have the town take them down. Kevin Ryder, Park and recreation Director was in the audience and he explained that Tree Warden Ed Hinkley looked at the trees and determined they are healthy and will not remove them. The brush and some overgrowth were removed. This was about two months ago and all is good now. Michael interjected that the home owner wanted the trees down to make it easier for them to install solar panels on their roof.

Selectman Peterson remarked that he heard from a resident who attended a meeting here and was not recognized by the Selectmen to give input into the conversation. Mr. DeSorgher said that I try very hard to let people speak and Mr. Fisher queried when this happened. Mr. Peterson said that it was at the neighborhood meeting regarding lot 3. Mr. Peterson requested that the Selectmen’s calendar be brought up to date; secondly wants to schedule the meeting for a discussion with the Water and Sewer Board.

7:30 PM FY 2017 Budget Meeting / Warrant Committee / Town Departments
Warrant Committee Chairman Michael Marucci said that there does not appear to be a need for an override. He advises departments to adhere to a 2.5% increase in their budgets and would like to see as many budgets level funded as possible. Procedurally not every department needs to meet with the full committee but only with your warrant committee representative.
He continued saying that as we become more involved with the state hospital site we will have to be mindful of the budgeting impact on other town departments. 2014 town meeting voted a $200,000 amount for maintenance and should it need to be higher it could crowd other budgets. OPEB contributions will be another figure to keep close watch. The committee would very much appreciate non-financial articles be submitted as early as possible for thoughtful review. Please be mindful to submit budgets as soon as possible. Any department considering new positions is to go first before the Personnel Board and not add to the budget until it has been reviewed.

Mr. Sullivan remarked that the town realized a 7.8% tax increase mainly due to the new construction of the town garage and public safety buildings. FY17 will see some relief as past projects will be coming off the tax rolls. Health insurance and pension costs usually are our largest percentage increases. Now and in the near future of particular concern is the high cost of prescription drugs.
Town Accountant Joy Riccuito made available the FY17 budget packets. They are due back to the accounting office by December 4, 2015.

SELECTMEN REPORTS CONTINUED
Selectmen DeSorgher extended appreciation to the Highway Department for planning trees on Green Street because of the new project. He is concerned about the very possible aging gas line in South Street and advises that the gas company attend a selectmen’s meeting in the very near future.

Mr. DeSorgher would like to have Chief Meaney look at the town’s leash law. Recently he was walking in the Noon Hill area and a dog was off leash, came toward him and then ran off with his sunglasses. The on command theory does not always work.

ADJOURNMENT
On a motion made by Selectman Fisher, seconded by Selectman Peterson the meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.

Tuesday November 17, 2015@ 7:00 PM

AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

7:15 PM Public Hearing-Tax Classification
Yvonne Remillard, Tax Assessor

NEW BUSINESS
Selectmen are invited to attend Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Ethan Murby and John Walsh on Saturday November 28, 2015

Update on Route 109 railroad closure

Review draft of Town Administrator’s goals

LICENSES & PERMITS
MEMO invites the Selectmen to attend the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Caroling Friday December 4 at 6:30 PM, lead the 2015 Christmas Parade Saturday December 5, 2015 and vote to issue a parade permit

Other business that may arise

Selectman Office Hours this Friday

Selectman Osler “Pete” Peterson holds regular monthly office hours at The Center on the first Friday of every month from 9:00 to 10:00 AM.  Residents are welcome to stop by to talk in person about any town matters.

Residents can also have coffee and see the Council on Aging in action (a vibrant organization with lots going on).  Peterson can be reached via 508-359-9190 or his blog about Medfield matters  https://medfield02052.wordpress.com/, where any schedule changes will be posted.

Peterson promises a system to better manage and control the wait after the issues last month.

Tuesday November 3, 2015@ 7:00 PM
AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

7:00 PM Cemetery Commissioners, Thomas Sweeney Chair
Request Selectmen vote to approve revised Vine Lake Cemetery Regulations

7:30 PM Annual Budget Meeting with Warrant Committee, Departments, Boards, Commissions
Discuss FY 2017 budgets

Other business that may arise

AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

7:00 PM Solid Waste Study Committee, Meaghan Sullivan Chair
Discuss recycling program, renewal of recycling contract (expires December 30, 2015); organic food waste recycling; report on SW AP area

NEW BUSINESS
Vote to sign Arbor Day Proclamation

The Planning Board recommends the appointment of Greg Sullivan as Associate Member of their Board ,

Vote to sign Eversource pole location permit for Green Street

ARBOR DAY
Whereas,
In 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture
that a special day be set aside for the planning of trees, and
the holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of
more than a million trees in Nebraska, and
Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world, and
trees can reduce the erosion on our precious topsoil by wind and water,
lower our hearing and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the
air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife, and,
trees are a renewable source giving us paper, wood for our homes, fuel for
our fires, and countless other wood products, and
trees in our own town increase property values, enhance the economic
vitality of business areas, and beautify our community, and
trees wherever they are planted, are a source of joy and spiritual renewal,
and
a total of fifty five trees of twelve different varieties were planted at the
Medfield Charles River Gateway

NOW, THEREFORE, we the Medfield Board of Selectmen, do hereby proclaim Friday, October 30, 2015 as ARBOR DAY
In the Town of Medfield, and I urge all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands, and Further, I urge all citizens to plant and care for trees to gladden the heart and promote the wellbeing of this and future generations.

Dated this TWENTY SEVENTH, day of OCTOBER, in the year 2015.
MEDFIELD BOARD OF SELECTMEN

Memorandum
To: Richard DeSorgher, Chair, Board of Selectmen
CC: Michael Sullivan, Town Administrator
From: Sarah Raposa, Town Planner

Date: October 20, 2015

Re: Planning Board Associate
At their duly posted meeting on October 19, 2015, the Planning Board unanimously recommended appointment of Greg Sullivan as Associate Member of the Planning Board.

His letter of interest is attached for your consideration.

Town of Medfield 459 Main Street Medfield, MA 02052
(508) 906-3027

Gregory C. Sullivan, Architect
122 Green Street • Medfield, MA 02052
p 857.719.3147 • gregorysullivan@verizon.net

September 29, 2015

Evelyn Clarke
Town of Medfield
Town House
459 Main Street
Medfield, MA 02052

Re.: Town Planning Board Associate Member position

Dear Ms. Clarke:

This is a letter of interest in the Associate Member position on the Medfield
Planning Board.

I have been a Medfield resident for over thirteen years and have served
on the Town’s Warrant Committee the last five years and will finish my sixth
and final year in 2016. My experience on the Warrant Committee has
given me an understanding of how many things are accomplished in
town and the politics behind these accomplishments. I have reviewed
many Zoning Bylaw changes as part of my Warrant Committee
responsiblities and understand that public education and clearly
articulating the intent and consequences of Zoning Bylaw changes is
critical in getting such changes approved by the residents. Sitting on the
Warrant Committee I have learned that our recommendations, no matter
how well intentioned and based on in the best interest of the town, can
still lead to controversy. I have also come to understand the residents of
Medfield’s general libertarian leanings that they don’t want government
telling them what they can and cannot do, especially when it concerns
their property. A very compelling reason is required for them to allow such
changes.

I am registered architect with almost 30 years of experience ranging from
single family residential projects to large office buildings. I have had
experience presenting projects to various Planning Boards, Zoning Boards
of Appeals, and Historic Commissions over my career. Through my
education and experience as an architect I know how important Planning
Boards are to a town and how it can shape a town’s built enviroment
both for good and the bad. I know that the qualities of the built
enviroment is integral to a vibrant and well functioning town.

Gregory C. Sullivan, Architect
122 Green Street • Medfield, MA 02052
p 857.719.3147 • gregorysullivan@verizon.net

I understand how critical this particular time in the town’s history is with the
future development of the Medfield Hospital site. The Medfield Hospital
development will impact the town like no other project has or will in the
foreseeable future. The town has a unique and historic chance to create
something special that will be jewel in our crown for many decades or
something that can be a burden on the town for just as long. The
Planning Board will play an important part in shaping and steering of the
development of the Hospital site.

The Planning Board is also a big part of the stratagies to address the 40B
issues that are on every citizens mind now adays. I think that this issue
cannot and should not be solved with one large project in a single
location. I believe that this could create more problems than they were
meant to solve. I think that the solution to this challenge is to spread
smaller projects around in strategic locations that add to our affordable
housing stock throughout the town based on the content and density of
each particular project.

Medfield is no longer the sleepy rural community it was fifty or more years
ago. The Town of Medfield is also not just a suburban bedroom
community that is totally dependent on the Metro-Boston area but is and
should be town with a center that is thriving and independent. The town
should have both commerical and residential uses that complement
each other instead of competing against each other. The density of
Medfield will only increase and it is imparative to manage this growth such
that we are able to preserve some of the rural and open parts of the town
as well as the remaining historic structures while creating a vibriant and
lively town center that is a magnet for not only Medfield town residents
but those of the surrounding towns. I think that there are types of
development such as small Mixed Use projects the town can use to
create such places. Mixed Use projects can be things such as live/work
projects and retail/housing projects that would enliven the town and even
help with the 40B issues. I also think that a comprehensive look at parking
issues in the commercial districts is an important part of managing the
growth of the town and that the Planning Board should be a leader in the
planning and management of this endevor.

Gregory C. Sullivan, Architect
122 Green Street • Medfield, MA 02052
p 857.719.3147 • gregorysullivan@verizon.net

I know that the Planning Board is a instrument to control and manage the
growth of the community it serves. It can also be an organization that
can lead in the creation of an enviroment that will promote and
encourage the types of development that are beneficial to the town and
that creates a community that we are all proud to be a part of.
I am very interested in being part of the Planning Board. I believe that I
can be a benefit to the town in this capacity during this exciting time of
changes and the growth of the Town of Medfield.

Sincerely,
Gregory C. Sullivan

This email from Mike yesterday afternoon –

We met with the MBTA, Oliveria Construction and Mass Coastal Railroad today and they will be putting the water main under the tracks at the Hospital Road crossing starting at 7:00 a.m. on October 30. No trains will run from Friday morning until Sunday night. After the pipe is installed, they will also replace the grade crossing and on Monday morning, when the asphalt plants are open will pave the disturbed roadway, up to the new railroad crossing. The railroad people would also like to replace the railroad crossing on route 109 the weekend of November 13 – 15, Friday the 13th. We will have a pre-construction meeting before that to work out the details of the traffic patterns, business interruptions, etc. Ken and the Chiefs are aware of this and are on board.

Columbia Gas was here today repairing the sidewalks. We also received the license from the MBTA to work on the Harding Street rail crossing. I’ll sign it and send it back with our insurance certificate. We have to notify them five days before we start, so I’ll check with Ken and Bobby to see when they will be able to do it.  Ken is meeting tomorrow with the Eversource folks to go over the pole relocation on Green Street. We need some kind of approval from the Board for Eversource to work on our public way so we might have something on next week’s agenda for that. The boiler at the Pfaff center has to be replaced so, given the weather, we are trying to get it done as quickly as possible. We will probably need a reserve fund transfer.

That’s all for now. Mike