BoS 3/12 – materials

Posted on March 12, 2019 | Comments Off on BoS 3/12 – materials

My email with the materials for the meeting tonight never got to me.  Today I went looking for those materials, and have made them available here 20190312-materials

TOWN OF MEDFIELD MEETING NOTICE I POSTED: ,.LC fXJlW TOWN CLERK : Ui1ti uF MEDF IELD. MASS l U 19 MAR - 8 P 12: 2 3 POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 SECTION 23A AS AMENDED. r! FF ICE OF THE Board of Selectmen T!llfj jl,l CL f Rl~ Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME Town House, Chenery Meeting Room, 211 d floor Tuesday March 12, 2019, 7:00 PM AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE) 7:00 PM Call to order Disclosure of video recording We want to take a moment of appreciation for our Troops serving in the Middle East and around the world Citizen Comment Appointments Maurice Goulet, Discuss Vine Lake Cemetery Fees and Medfield Transfer Station Sticker Fee Mel Seibolt, Police Chief Search Committee Update Action Items Vote to sign March 25, 2019 Town Election Warrant Vote to sign the FEMA Reimbursement Forms and Contracts for March 2018 Winter Storm Vote to accept the new Health Insurance Rates from MIIA Health Benefits Trust Vote to sign First Amendment to Lease Agreement between the Town of Medfield and Verizon and Transformer License on property between Medfield and NStar Electric related to communications equipment on Medfield State Hospital Water Tower Request from Sarah Raposa, Town Planner, to sign Mass Development Real Estate Technical Assistance Application for Medfield State Hospital Request from Mr. Anthony DeLapa to forgive outstanding taxes in the amount of $83,907 and accept the offer to convey the parcels to the Conservation Commission Request from Route 495 Partnership for $500 Annual municipal contribution COA recommends that the Selectmen vote to appoint Katie Robinson to the vacant COA Board Seat Request from the Medfield Garden Club to receive financial support from the Local Meals Tax for maintenance and planting of municipal sites Request from Jayson Hreczuck to be appointed to the Safety Committee Ongoing FY2020 Budget Review and Discussion Town Finance Discussion Discussion of Proposed Budget Cuts Discussion of COLA Discussion and possible vote on the Building Capital Stabilization Fund Vote to approve preliminary Town Budgets Discussion Town Meeting Warrant Structure of Budget Articles Warrant Articles ' ~-l .. 1.::;, ~::.i - :-1 .-c:, .... . ;-; ("~j ·~-~ .. r1·i ::-) . ·-- C ) "1'] . .,, ::o ~ ,...._, ('.;:=::;, .. ~ :t;=-.. ::0 I ro u X·~: .•. c -r1 ::i ::r. .. ,..,., c-: c::i r-r. -r1 - - · ·>:;· rrr-i f-T.l :;1'~ ~ -- %: p Licenses and Permits (consent agenda) ~ ~ Russ Hallisey, Chair MEMO Summer Concert Series requests permission to hold the events June 13 through August 15, with the exception of Thursday July 4, at the Town Gazebo and permission to hang the banner across Main Street promoting the series. Permission to also requested to hold the annual Medfield Day on Saturday September 14, 2019 and in conjunction with the event requests a common victualler license St Edward Parish requests a one-day wine and malt beverage permit for event to be held Friday March 29, 2019 At the Parish Hall Medfield Music Association requests permission to place signs advertising two events: Friday March 29, A Cappella Night with Medfield High School Jazz Choir; Friday March 26, 2019 Jazz Night Medfield High School Baseball and Softball teams requests permission to hold a car wash behind Town Hall on Saturday May 5, 2019 9AM to 1 PM Pending Town Administrator Goals Town Administrator Update Town Hall Hours Town Hall/Library AED Review Board of Selectmen Action List Selectmen Report Informational • Invitation to Tri County Annual Breakfast Meeting20190312_Page_2

 

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BoS on 3/13

MEETING I POSTED: TOWN OF MEDFIELD NOTICE . ;;,.,,,. ,.,F MEDFIELD. MA tVHl'f V LG19 ~1AH I I P 4: 2b POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 SECTI~VtNC~EABfttfrDED. Board of Selectmen Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME ·--v''' "l rn!! ''. ,e: ''' l . .c t:.lP Town House, Chenery Meeting Room, 2nd floor Wednesday, March 13, 2019 7:00 PM AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE) 7:00 PM Call to order Police Chief Interviews (Order of Interviews to be determined at the BOS Meeting on 3/12/19) Michelle Guerette Brian Pichnarcik Discussion of interviews, deliberation on appointment of Police Chief, and whether or not to offer a candidate the position of Police Chief. I

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Posted on March 11, 2019 in Appointments, Police Department, Select Board matters

MFi Volunteer Awards invitations going out – reception is 3PM on 3/31

Posted on March 11, 2019 | 1 comment

MFi VOLUNTEER AWARDS The Medfield Foundation cordially invites you and your guests to join us at a Reception Jfu1W1tUUJ tire .No.11tiJ~ ~tire 2019 Medfield fhuuulatum Vo1unt.wt. Cltuevt.d6 On Sunday, March 31 , 2019 From 3-5 PM at The Center at Medfield, 2 Ice House Road Light refreshments will be served This reception is made possible through the generosity of Roche Bros. Supermarkets & Brothers Marketplace RSVP 10 John Byrne by Monday. March 17"' "' /> nw.10/mh:a l!,mml ('0111

The invitations to the 2019 Medfield Foundation Volunteer Awards recognition reception at 3PM on March 31 at The Center are going into the mail, thanks to the Medfield Foundation Youth Leaders putting the mailings together today.

The public is welcome to attend the reception (invitations only go to the 200 individuals who have been nominated and/or made nominations).

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The Medfield Foundation Volunteer Awards are made possible by the sponsorship of Roche Bros. and Brothers Marketplace.

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New Life 5K Trail Run on 5/11

Posted on March 11, 2019 | 1 comment

From Tod Dimmick –

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New Life 5K Trail Run to take place May 11

The second annual New Life 5K Trail Run will take place on May 11, 2019.  The event benefits New Life Furniture Bank of MA and its mission to provide essential home furnishings to those in need.

This community-building event offers a morning of both competition and fun at the scenic Medfield State Hospital Grounds while supporting a great cause. The New Life 5K Trail Run is open to avid runners, walkers and everyone in between.  The inaugural event in 2018 brought out over 400 enthusiastic supporters of the New Life Furniture Bank mission.

Registration is open at www.newlifefb.org/5ktrailrun, with discounts for registration before April 5th, and for teams of four or more.  The first 400 registrations will receive a t-shirt on race day thanks to New Balance, an event sponsor.

“The New Life 5K Trail Run is a meaningful, fun way for the community to support our mission,” said Ron Yates, a co-founder of the New Life Furniture Bank. “As a direct result of funds raised from runners and sponsors, those coming out of homelessness are able to furnish their new homes with your gently used items,” he added.

“Financial contributions and donations of home furnishings continue to be our sole means for assisting our clients in need. We are proud to have been able to serve 1,700 households in just a little over five years,” said Doug Marshall, also a co-founder.

New Life Furniture Bank of MA collects high-quality gently-used furniture and household essentials that are then made available at no cost to individuals and families in need. The Medfield-based not-for-profit organization operates a Donation Center in Walpole, and serves the MetroWest and Greater Boston area. New Life provides a meaningful option for local residents who are downsizing, renovating or disposing of a loved one’s property.

Those interested in running are encouraged to visit www.newlifefb.org/5ktrailrun.  Those interested in being a sponsor, volunteering, donating home furnishings, or making a financial contribution are encouraged to visit www.newlifefb.org

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Pat Casey – Medfield Foundation Volunteer of the Year

Posted on March 10, 2019 | Comments Off on Pat Casey – Medfield Foundation Volunteer of the Year

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MFi Salutes Pat Casey – Volunteer of the Year!

Medfield Foundation, Inc. is proud to announce this year’s winner of the Volunteer of the Year Award – Pat Casey.  Through the nomination provided by colleagues Jack Wolfe, Martha Festa and Joanna Hilvert, it is clear that Pat exemplifies the qualities MFi looks for:  a dedicated volunteer who is driven to provide a meaningful impact in the town of Medfield.

“Pat brings a unique balance of capability and character to all he does,” say his nominators.  In working with Pat on the Medfield State Hospital Master Planning Committee (MSH MPC), they observed that Pat’s “analytical skills are superb, and they form the foundation for his judgements.  Pat’s work ethic, considering the massive work load for all on the MSH MPC, is equally superb.”  Given that Pat’s full-time job takes up a substantial amount of his time, his commitment to donating a vast number of  hours of professional expertise over a 4 year span to the MSH committee as a volunteer demonstrates just how devoted he is to the improvement of our town.  ”Pat always listens and works to understand and consider everyone’s viewpoint. He is an exceptionally good and careful listener; there is no question of his attention when in conversation with him. And amid sometimes challenging dynamics, Pat was always a conciliator and collaborator.”  In the word of his nominators, “Pat Casey is simply a terrific asset to Medfield.”

Pat had tough competition this year, and we would like to thank the other Volunteer of the Year nominees.  Dick Judge, Michele Feinsilver Hoye, Liz Sandeman and Michelle Barrette we sincerely thank you for your dedication and volunteer spirit focused on improving our town!

Please join us on March 31, from 3pm to 5pm at the Center in Medfield to honor all of this year’s very special Volunteers!

 

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The Medfield Foundation Volunteer Awards are made possible by the sponsorship of Roche Bros. and Brothers Marketplace 

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BoS 3/12

Posted on March 8, 2019 | Comments Off on BoS 3/12

TOWN OF MEDFIELD MEETING NOTICE I POSTED: ,.LC fXJlW TOWN CLERK : Ui1ti uF MEDF IELD. MASS l U 19 MAR - 8 P 12: 2 3 POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 SECTION 23A AS AMENDED. r! FF ICE OF THE Board of Selectmen T!llfj jl,l CL f Rl~ Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME Town House, Chenery Meeting Room, 211 d floor Tuesday March 12, 2019, 7:00 PM AGENDA (SUBJECT TO CHANGE) 7:00 PM Call to order Disclosure of video recording We want to take a moment of appreciation for our Troops serving in the Middle East and around the world Citizen Comment Appointments Maurice Goulet, Discuss Vine Lake Cemetery Fees and Medfield Transfer Station Sticker Fee Mel Seibolt, Police Chief Search Committee Update Action Items Vote to sign March 25, 2019 Town Election Warrant Vote to sign the FEMA Reimbursement Forms and Contracts for March 2018 Winter Storm Vote to accept the new Health Insurance Rates from MIIA Health Benefits Trust Vote to sign First Amendment to Lease Agreement between the Town of Medfield and Verizon and Transformer License on property between Medfield and NStar Electric related to communications equipment on Medfield State Hospital Water Tower Request from Sarah Raposa, Town Planner, to sign Mass Development Real Estate Technical Assistance Application for Medfield State Hospital Request from Mr. Anthony DeLapa to forgive outstanding taxes in the amount of $83,907 and accept the offer to convey the parcels to the Conservation Commission Request from Route 495 Partnership for $500 Annual municipal contribution COA recommends that the Selectmen vote to appoint Katie Robinson to the vacant COA Board Seat Request from the Medfield Garden Club to receive financial support from the Local Meals Tax for maintenance and planting of municipal sites Request from Jayson Hreczuck to be appointed to the Safety Committee Ongoing FY2020 Budget Review and Discussion Town Finance Discussion Discussion of Proposed Budget Cuts Discussion of COLA Discussion and possible vote on the Building Capital Stabilization Fund Vote to approve preliminary Town Budgets Discussion Town Meeting Warrant Structure of Budget Articles Warrant Articles ' ~-l .. 1.::;, ~::.i - :-1 .-c:, .... . ;-; ("~j ·~-~ .. r1·i ::-) . ·-- C ) "1'] . .,, ::o ~ ,...._, ('.;:=::;, .. ~ :t;=-.. ::0 I ro u X·~: .•. c -r1 ::i ::r. .. ,..,., c-: c::i r-r. -r1 - - · ·>:;· rrr-i f-T.l :;1'~ ~ -- %: p Licenses and Permits (consent agenda) ~ ~ Russ Hallisey, Chair MEMO Summer Concert Series requests permission to hold the events June 13 through August 15, with the exception of Thursday July 4, at the Town Gazebo and permission to hang the banner across Main Street promoting the series. Permission to also requested to hold the annual Medfield Day on Saturday September 14, 2019 and in conjunction with the event requests a common victualler license St Edward Parish requests a one-day wine and malt beverage permit for event to be held Friday March 29, 2019 At the Parish Hall Medfield Music Association requests permission to place signs advertising two events: Friday March 29, A Cappella Night with Medfield High School Jazz Choir; Friday March 26, 2019 Jazz Night Medfield High School Baseball and Softball teams requests permission to hold a car wash behind Town Hall on Saturday May 5, 2019 9AM to 1 PM Pending Town Administrator Goals Town Administrator Update Town Hall Hours Town Hall/Library AED Review Board of Selectmen Action List Selectmen Report Informational • Invitation to Tri County Annual Breakfast Meeting20190312_Page_2

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School Committee availability

Posted on March 7, 2019 | 1 comment

From Anna Mae O’Shea Brooke –

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  • School Committee will have office hours, Thursday, March 7 from 7-8pm at the high school library.
  • Some of us will also be at the Winter Carnival
  • we have our SC meeting this coming Monday, March 11 at 7:30pm,  also in the high school library.

lots of opportunities to connect in person!

Many, many thanks,

Anna Mae

Anna Mae O’Shea Brooke

Medfield School Committee Chairperson

scchair@email.medfield.net

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It’s complicated!

Posted on March 7, 2019 | Comments Off on It’s complicated!

As a sign of just how complicated it is to run a municipality, look over the list of topics covered by the email below from the Division of Local Services (DLS) –

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Bulletin 2019-1: FY2020 Budget Issues and Other Related Matters

The Division of Local Services has posted Bulletin 2019-1: FY2020 Budget Issues and Other Related Matters to its 2019 Bulletins page. This Bulletin addresses several issues that cities, towns, regional school and other districts should consider for FY2020 budgets and other related matters including:

Host Agreement Funds Received from Marijuana Establishments and Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers
Local Option Excise on Retail Sales of Marijuana for Adult Use
Short-term Rentals
Special Accounting Treatment for Intended FEMA Reimbursement
Balance Sheets as of 6/30/2019 and Revenue Recognition
Community Preservation Fund
Early Voting Law
PEG Access
911 Reimbursements
Appropriating Enterprise Retained Earnings
Betterment Reserve
Borrowing Purposes and Terms
Borrowing Premiums, Surplus Proceeds, and Debt Exclusions
Certification of Notes and Receipts of Audit Reports
Court Judgments
Departmental Revolving Funds
Emergency Expenditures
Energy Generating Facilities Enterprise Fund
Energy PILOTs
Estimating FY2020 Enterprise Revenues
Estimating FY2020 Medicaid Receipts
Expenditure Budgeting for FY2020
Expenditure of Federal Funds Threshold
Free Cash Update and Non-Recurrent Distributions to Cities and Towns
Internal Borrowing
Minimum Performance Bond – Treasurers, Collectors, and Clerks
Year End Transfers
School Finance
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3/25 ballot

Posted on March 6, 2019 | Comments Off on 3/25 ballot

Issued  today by Town Clerk, Carol Mayer –

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e-cigarettes – health risks for teens

Posted on March 6, 2019 | Comments Off on e-cigarettes – health risks for teens

From my American Association for Justice morning newsletter –

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E-cigarettes may pose health risks, especially for minors.

Business Insider (3/5, Brodwin, 4.07M) reports that e-cigarettes “are not without health risks,” and since “they contain nicotine, e-cigarettes are especially dangerous for kids and teens whose brains are still developing.” Specifically “in young people, nicotine appears to blunt emotional control as well as decision-making and impulse-regulation skills,” which “most likely helped prompt a warning about e-cigs from the US surgeon general in December.” In that public advisory, US Surgeon General Jerome Adams “discussed these concerns and said young people should never use e-cigs.” He said, “We need to protect our kids from all tobacco products, including all shapes and sizes of e-cigarettes.” The article adds that some e-cigarettes “appear to contain toxic metals, and using them has been tied to an increased risk of a heart attack.” Experts “say there’s a lot we still don’t know about” vaping “and how it could affect the body.”

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