1994-06-20RECORDS OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN
7:00 P.M.
7:55 P.M.
A Public Hearing re zoning Change in portion of Beverly Farms - R-IO to R-22.
Referred to the Planning Board for its recommendation.
A Public Hearing re New England Telephone petition - conduit in Essex Street.
Referred to the Committee on Public Service and Aid.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BEVERLY CITY COUNCIL - MONDAY, JUNE 20, 1994 at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: Present: Coughlin, Gilmore, Golin, Mahan, McGlynn, Murray, Rollins, Troubetaris and
Nardella
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG: Led by Councilor Rollins
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: Motion made and seconded to accept the minutes of
meeting of June 6, 1994. Motion passes
CONFIRMATIONS:
The following appointments were submitted to the Council on June 6, 1994, laid over under charter
provisions, and unanimously confirmed.
#271 Appointment of Leonard Bertaus to Zoning Board of Appeals
#272 Appointment of four Alternates to Zoning Board of Appeals - Krukonis, MacLemore, Goldberg and
McCarthy
#274 Appointment of Deputy and Assistant Harbormasters as Special Police Officers
#275 Appointment of A1 Torsey to Cable TV Advisory Commission
COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR:
June 20, 1994
Honorable City Council
City Hall
Dear Honorable Council,
I hereby request that your Honorable Council adopt the attached resolution relative to tax
increment financing as per the attached communication from City Planner Tina Cassidy.
Very truly yours,
William F. Scanlon, Jr., Mayor
Referred to the Committee of the Whole.
June 20, 1994
Beverly City Council
City Hall
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Council:
Enclosed herewith is an Order requesting authorization for the Community Development Office to
submit a grant applicatiuon to the State Executive Office of Communities and Development which
seeks funding for the preparation of a comprehensive handbook that explains the process for
obtaining various municipal licenses and permits.
The complexity of the municipal permitting process has increased tremendously over the last few
years. In addition, the process for obtaining a permit can sometimes be intimidating and
confusing to residents and business owners. It is anticipated that by developing a handbook the
City will be able to cut down on the amount of confusion experienced by those seeking permits.
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In addition, the handbook would serve as a first step in evaluating existing permitting procedures
to determine if present methods can be made more efficient. If the grant is awarded, EOCD will
pay 90% of the cost for developing the handbook. The Community Development Office is in the midst
of discussions with private organizations regarding the possibility of funding the required 10%
cash match, approximately $1,800.
I respectfully submit the enclosed Order for your review and approval.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
William F. Scanldon, Jr., Mayor.
Referred to the Committee of the Whole.
June 20, 1994
Beverly City Council
City Hall
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Council:
Enclosed herewith is an order requesting authoriztion for the Communicty Development Office
to submit a grant application to the State Executive Office of Communities and Development for
assistance funding the position of Chief Administrative Aide.
It is anticipated that by hiring a Chief Administrative Aide the City will be able to improve
coordination between municipal departmentws, boards and commissions; respond quicker to citizen
concerns and inquireis, and increase efficiency in the delivery of city services. In addition,
a recently completed survey of North Shore cities and towns indicated that the City of Beverly fall
well below surrouding communities in the number of personnel employed in the office of the Chief
Elected Official.
As you may recall, at one time the City employed three positions in the Mayor's Office. However,
over the last two and half years the position of Administrative Assistant to the Mayor has been
unfilled and unfunded. The proposed grant application to EOCD will allow the City to have the
Mayor's office operating at full complement, with a large portion of the funding begin paid by the
State.
I respectfully submit the enclosed order for your review and approval
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
William F. Scanion, Jr., Mayor
Referred to the Committee of the Whole.
June 20, 1994
Honorable City Council
City Hall
Dear Honorable Council,
I hereby request that your Honorable Board authorize the Mayor to sign the attached agreements
between the individuals listed and the Beverly Harbor Management Authority as per the
attached communication from Ellsen Twiss.
Very truly yours,
William F. Scanlon, Jr., Mayor
Referred to the Committee on Legal Affairs and Accounts.
June 20, 1994
Honorable City Council
City Hall
Dear Honorable Council:
I hereby request that the name of Lisa M. Hallinan be withdrawn as a member of the Cable TV
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Commission. Her name was submitted n error. I have spoken with her and have agreed that she will
be appointed to another position in the future.
Very truly yours,
William F. Scanlon, Jr., Mayor.
Receive and Place on File.
June 20, 1994
Honorable City Council
City Hall
Dear Honorable Council:
I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, Mrs. Elizabeth McGlynn, 364 CAbot Street,
Beverly, MA 01915 to serve as a memnber of the Cable TV ADvisory Commission.
She will replace Mr. Donald Ames and her term will be effective until January 31, 1996.
Very truly yours,
William F. Scanlon, Jr., Mayor.
Laid over for confirmation.
June 20, 1994
Honorable City Council
City Hall
Dear Honorable Council:
I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, Mr. Richard O. Greaves, P. O. Box 837, Salem, MA
01970, to serve as a Constable in the City of bevelry for the express purpose of serving Civil
Process.
Attached is Mr. Greaves' application which has been approved by Police Chief John Finnegan.
Very truly yours,
William F. Scanlon, Jr., Mayor.
Laid over for confirma'tion.
June 20, 1994
Honorable City Council
City Hall
Dear Honorable Council:
I hereby reqppoinbt, subject to your confirmation, the following citizens to serve a members of th
Council on Aging:
Mr. A. Joseph Sullivan, 569 Essex Street, Beverly, MA 01915 - To be effective until June 30, 1996
Mr. Joseph Qualantona, 20 Lexington Drive, Beverly, MA 01915 - To be effective until June 30, 1997
Mr. Robert Marshall, 423 Essex Street, Beverly, MA 01915 - To be effecive until June 30, 1996
Very truly yours,
William F. Scanlon, Jr., Mayor.
Laid over for confirmation.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM OTHER CITY OFFICERS AND BOARDS:
May 12, 1994
City Council
City of Beverly
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Ward Five Precinct One
Ward Five Precinct Two
Ward Six - Precinct One
Ward Six - Precinct Two
Order read once and adopted.
Second Congregational Church
North Beverly Elementary School
St. John's Episcopal Church
Centerville School
MOTIONS AND ORDERS
By Councilor Murray:
ORDERED:
To help assure some degree of financial stewardship for the homeowners and real estate
taxpayers of Beverly, I propose the Beverly City Council maintain an 85 per-cent lid on
all City Budget lines throught the current fiscal year which ends on June 30, 1995.
Under this order, all city department heads will be required to secure City Council
approval when expenditures exceed the 85% threshold.
A similar cap on spending seems to have worked pretty well thsi past fiscal year, even
though the City failed tot each its budget deficit reduction goal.
In the next 12 months, it is impreative that we achieve the $1.8 milion deficit reduction
built into the current budget. Without a City Council impolsed 85% lid on spending, I
fear overtime expenditures will carry well beyond the budget lines appropriated in at
least two city departments. We cannot afford to let this happen.
Referred to the Committee on Finance and Property.
(Note:
Order ~80 - Application for McNeil's Auto Body Class III MVDL was granted 5-4 with
Councilors Murray, Coughlin, Golin and Rollins in opposition. Councilor Rollins
filed for reconsideration at 7:55 A.M. on July 6, 1994. The matter will be reconsidered
at the next meeting.)
Motion to adjourn: 9:03 P.M.
Attest: Constance E. Perton
City Clerk