Town of Lynnfield, Essex County, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, annual report 1961-1970, Part 55

Author: Lynnfield (Mass.)
Publication date: 1961-1970
Publisher: The Town
Number of Pages: 1002


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The following roster of personnel shows our membership as of Dec. 31, 1966, and the record of alarms indicates 1966 activity.


10


Use of Resuscitators


ROSTER


October 1, 1966 Chief


Carl E. Davis - 45 Carter Rd. 334-3042.


Deputy Chief


Joseph Natoli, Jr. - 250 Salem St. 593-0959


Captains


Melvin E. Goodwin - 36 Lynbrook Rd. 598-5899 Donald R. Ross - 1000 Main St. 334-5558


Lieutenants


Henry J. Caproni - 12 Huckleberry Rd. 334-4238 Joseph S. Valkevich - 9 Rossmore Rd. 592-4496


Privates


Angus, Alexander M. - 54 Brook Dr.


Averell, Edward S., Jr. - 494 Broadway 593-9145


Burnham, Kenneth H. - 4 Dunstan Rd. 334-3979 Caldwell, Sanborn A. - 349 Summer St. 334-3687 Caproni, Albert R. - 12 Huckleberry Rd. 334-4238 Conley, Richard E. - 21 Green St. 593-1450


Davis, Robert W. - 35 Carter Rd. 334-3542


Dolbeare, Kendall M. - 15 Phillips Rd. 334-4140


Fletcher, James C. - 551 Salem St. 592-9645 Hall, Harld G. - 70 Pleasant Ave. 334-3398


Hall, Norman H. - 751 Lowell St. 334-3769


Hayward, Raymond - 98 Highland Ave. 334-3257 Koch, Gustav H. - 243 Summer St. 334-3515


Lento, Guy - 215 Edgemere Rd.


MacKendrick, Robert P. -


10 Nottingham Road 334-5238


McGloin, Francis - 200 Chestnut St.


334-4333


Pardo, Lawrence, Jr. - 9 Pine St. 334-3591 Peabody, Robert W. - 365 Summer St. 334-3524 Porter, Delbert E. - 6 John St., Danvers 774-1556 Procurot, Jon A. - 36 Lockwood Rd. .. 334-4043 Richardson, Dana S. - 15 Howard Ave. 334-3843 Rodham, David A. - 5 Pinewood Rd. 334-4894 Ross, Lawrence M. - 47 Beaver Ave.


Trefry, William E. - 19 Vokes Ter. 595-7174


Tyacke, Richard B. - 62 Howard Ave. 334-3166 Wade, Norman K. - 55 Sylvan Cir. 593-1687 Woodbury, Bruce A. - 37 Howard Ave. 334-3442


Substitutes


Coonrod, Douglas - 53 Edward Ave. 334-3589


Davis, Carl W. - 45 Carter Rd. 334-3042 Fraser, Laurence W. - 15 Homestead Rd. 334-4044 Henderson, Robert - 10 Homestad Rd. 334-3093 Lennon, Francis J. Jr. 334-4467 37 Rockwood Road 334-3357 Lingel, Jonathan - 6 Wirthmore Lane McGonnell, John A., Jr. -


4 Harvey Park 592-6724 Moskow, Wayne R. - 2 Elliot Rd. 334-3330


Podolsky, Richard N. - 154 Walnut St.


Military Leave of Absence


Ross, David L. (Sub.) - 48 Maple St. 593-3539 Chaplains Rev. Thomas W. Etzel - 7 Thomas Rd. 334-3221 Rev. Daniel P. Hegarty -


St. Maria Gorretti's Rectory 245-5833


Physician


Dr. Thomas B. White - Post Office Sq. 599-6400


RECORD OF ALARMS


Jan. Feb.


Mar. Apr. May


Brush


0


0


12


41


33


9


35


13


3


6


2


2 156


Buildings


3


0


1


0


0


2


1


0


0


1


1


2 11


False


0


1


0


7


5


7


9


5


5


3


1


4 47


Inside


1


2


5


1


3


9


2


1


3


0


1


2 30


Miscellaneous


0


1


5


1


6


4


4


1


1


6


4


2 35


Needless


4


1


3


1


1


3


4


2


1


3


0


3 26


Out of Town


1


0


0


2


0


3


0


1


0


1


1


2


11


Vehicle-Accident


3


5


2


7


4


4


4


5


5


3


2


23


366


TOTAL


12


10


28


60


52


41


59 21


28 14


18 10


23 9


6


9 152


Box 8


1


0


0


1


0


3


0


0


0


1


1


2


9


Street Boxes


2


2


4


13


14


11


17


6


6


8


2


7 92


11


21


8


2


5


3


5 113


366


Still Alarms


4


5


11


24


14


16


Box 333


5


3


13


22


24


Box Distribution


June July Aug. Sept. Oct.


Nov. Dec.


Total


6 50


12


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CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR


Civil Defense in Lynnfield has continued to progress in several fields of training. The Fed- eral and State levels are continuing to concen- trate on increased training of medical self help and shelter capability. Approximately 150 people, including the entire Senior High School class were taught a family personal survival course. Twenty-five Lynnfield residents completed the advanced radiological course. Due to the partici- pation in the radiological course, Lynnfield is now eligible for 6 government equipped moni- toring stations.


An additional survey for public shelter space has been completed by the Army Corps of En- gineers for the town. The results are not yet available.


All units of the Civil Defense organization held regular weekly or monthly training sessions in all phases of their particular field of activity.


The purchase of citizen band radio equipment has increased the communication capability of the civil defense units. With this equipment addi- tional covearge of the town was available for Halloween and other required services.


LAWRENCE E. AUSTIN


TOWN COUNSEL


This department has continued the practice of attending all meetings of the Board of Select- men as well as all other board and committee meetings upon request.


In addition, numerous written rulings and opinions were rendered the various Town agen- cies upon written request and contracts were drawn for the conduct of the necessary business of the same.


Litigation involving the Town was instituted or defended according to the facts involved, ar- ticles for Town Meetings and appropriate motions thereunder were drawn, and land purchases and takings, street acceptances and related matters were performed in conformity with the instruc- tions of the Town.


Deep appreciation is expressed to the Offi- cers and interested citizens of the Town, all of whom made the transition from one Town Coun- sel to another with patience and who rendered necessary and welcome assistance. Particular gratitude is extended to Ralph Howland, Esquire, for his continued interest in Town affairs, his cheerful assistance and his wise counsel, all of which enabled this department to properly per- form its assigned duties.


S. PETER GORSHEL


SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES


The Department of Weights and Measures serves a dual purpose, basically to protect the consumer by accurate measurement and to insure correct delivery by motor fuel vendors. All deficiencies found this year were in favor of the consumer and were corrected.


GUSTAV H. KOCH


SCHOOL SITE SELECTION COMMITTEE


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The School Site Selection Committee devoted its efforts to the investigation of the land adjacent to the Center School for school expansion pur- poses. The result of this site investigation was reported at Town Meetings in the Spring and acquisition of this land was voted by the town.


Further activities of this committee will depend upon the need for future school building sites as determined by the School Plant Needs Committee and School Committee.


RICHARD L. PRATT


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HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT


Three weeks of overtime work were required to combat the snow storms of the first half of the year with major storms occurring on the weekends of January 28, February 4 and February 11. The sum of $2,890.80 was spent for overtime wages, $1,735.09 for sand, $2,279.50 for salt, $7,170.13 for hired equipment and $2,079.65 for plow blades and repairs.


Storm drains were installed on Lowell Street from the North Reading line to the intersection of Chestnut Street and the roadway was recon- structed and a bituminous surface put in place. Rossmore Road, Stillman Road, Keniston Road, Lovell Road, Bluejay Road and Carol Ann Road were rebuilt also with a bituminous surface.


Chapter 679 funds were allocated to a portion of Hart Road and Maiden Lane. These two streets were rebuilt and sidewalks were installed.


Parkwood Road and Glenwood Road were laid out by the Board of Selectmen for a width of 25 feet and 321/2 feet after approval of the Planning Board, and these two streets were rebuilt.


Chapter 90 funds were used on Summer Street between Rockwood Road and Elliot Road with the street being built for a width of 30 feet and the ledge removed between Lockwood Road and Lakewood Road.


The department, at the present time, is working on a storm drain on Chestnut Street between Tophet Road and Cooks Farm Lane.


One new snow plow, one new dump truck, one new 4x4 truck and a new sidewalk asphalt spreader were bought in 1966 under Capital Out- lay items by direction of the Annual Town Meeting.


Our town is still growing as evidenced by the following street mileage:


1956


45.41 miles


1958


47.15 miles


1960


50.06 miles


1962


52.60 miles


1964


54.19 miles


1966


56.62 miles


The greatest increase in miles of new streets


occurred between 1953 and 1955 when we went from 32.22 miles to 43.31 miles. Since then the increase has been near one mile per year. With the increase in miles of streets, more plowing and clean-up work will be required every year, and as a result of this, the department is requesting funds for one new employee in 1967.


As a result of the vote on Article 27 of the 1966 Annual Town Meeting, a Highway Garage Build- ing Needs Committee was appointed by the Board of Selectmen. At the present time, plans and estimates of cost are being obtained in order that an article may be inserted in the 1967 Town Meeting for funds to enlarge the present highway garage.


JAMES C. FLETCHER Road Commissioner


INSURANCE COMMITTEE


The Committee serves as an impartial source of advice to the Selectmen on matters related to the Town's insurance program. The purpose of the committee is to assist the Selectmen in developing and maintaining a program designed to protect the Town from substantial unexpected financial loss.


The principle activity of the committee during 1966 was the development of specifications for use in obtaining competitive bids on the Town's insurance program. Based on the responses re- ceived, the Insurance Advisory Committee recommended an insurance company to provide the Town's insurance for a three-year period beginning January 1, 1967.


The committee also made an extensive analysis and recommendations on insurance to protect members of the Town's volunteer fire department hurt while performing their duties.


JOHN J. CAREY, Chairman


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LIBRARY BUILDING COMMITTEE


FREDERICK D. EBLE


Favorable action on articles introduced by the Board of Library Trustees at the 1966 Annual Town Meeting cleared the way for the Library Expansion Project. $200,000 was appropriated for the project - $75,000 from Available Surplus, $75,000 from the Stabilization Fund and $50,000 from a Federal Grant.


The architectural firm of Richmond and Gold- berg, Boston, Massachusetts completed drawings and specifications in late July. General contract bids submitted in late August indicated that an additional $25,000 was needed to complete the project as planned.


The Special Town Meeting held October 3, 1966 voted to borrow an additionl $25,000 and a con- tract was executed with the Gourdeau Construc- tion Company on October 10, 1966. Ground was broken one week later and all foundation work was completed by late November. The new build- ing will be available for occupancy by late August 1967.


FREDERICK D. EBLE, Chairman


GAS INSPECTOR


Sixty-five (65) gas permits were issued, twenty- four more than last year (1965).


Sixty-five (65) of these gas permits were for new gas services.


RALPH PREZIUSO, Gas Inspector


SCHOOL PLANT NEEDS COMMITTEE


The pattern of school enrollment growth changed markedly from that of the previous few years. Although the Junior and Senior High totals were once again close to predcted values, elementary school enrollments exceeded our ex- pectations by almost 80 students. The principle reason for this sudden rise was a jump in the number of children moving into town compared with the number moving out. The 1966 increase recorded due to this cause was more than four times as great as the average of similar increases recorded during the last seven years. At the same time, the recent slight downward trend in the pre-school population was reversed as an eight percent swell occurred throughout this age group.


Continuing construction of new homes gives evidence that Lynnfield is still growing. There is still enough open land in town to permit an eventual doubling of the number of homes. This means that some day we will need at least one new elementary school on an entirely new site as well as expansion at all existing locations.


A look at the immediate picture shows that our elementary school capacity is already over- taxed and that further crowding is ahead in the near future. In order to maintain present educa- tional standards it is essential that action be in- itiated in the 1967 Annual Town Meeting to plan for the next step in an orderly expansion of our school facilities. Accordingly, the School Plant Needs Committee intends to recommend such action for consideration by the citizens.


ARTHUR E. FOULDS, Chairman


ANIMAL INSPECTOR


A continued decrease in our livestock popula- tion was again noticed in 1966, fewer horses and sheep with no cattle or hogs.


I wish again to call your attention to the Rabies Clinic sponsored by the Board of Health each fall and all dog owners should avail themselves of this opportunity.


GUSTAV H. KOCH, Inspector of Animals


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CONSERVATION COMMISSION


ROBERT C. ROURKE, Chairman


The major activity undertaken by the Com- mission in 1966 was the acquisition of the Hudson Farm property for the Town of Lynnfield by the overwhelming vote of the October 3 Special Town meeting. This property, situated northwest- erly of Main Street and immediately behind the Colonial Shopping Center, comprises 35 acres of excellent natural resources and watershed land. As such, it forms a part of an extensive green- belt in Lynnfield Center of approximately 150 acres most of which is owned by the Lynnfield Center Water District. This commission hopes that the citizens of Lynnfield will make use of this, and other properties in its custody, for the benefits that land in a natural state has to offer.


Applications have been filed with the Massa- chusetts Department of Natural Resources for reimbursement of 50% (representing approxi- mately $16,500) of the cost of the above property. Preliminary approval has been received and final approval looks favorable.


The Town received a check for $2,250, rep- resenting 50% of the costs of lands acquired by the Commission in 1965 and 1966.


Several Commission members worked with School Department officials in establishing a Conservation Education Program to be taught in the elementary grades. Extensive use will be made of town owned lands as natural laboratories


to support the teaching of natural history, bi- ology, ecology, and conservation. This program has been praised by officials of the Massachu- setts Department of Education as an outstanding effort of townspeople and school officials.


To assist the citizens of Lynnfield in locating town owned Conservation properties and thereby to enhance their enjoyment of these lands through hiking, natural study, etc., the Commis- sion intends to prepare a leaflet of maps, geologic characteristics, and permitted uses to be distrib- uted to every household in 1967.


Mr. Robert C. Rourke and Mrs. Jessie Duston were reappointed to the Commission by the Se- lectmen for a period of three years. Mr. Carl G. Sandin was appointed at a joint meeting of the Commission and the Board of Selectmen to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Donald G. Harriss, who resigned upon election to the Planning Board.


Members of the Commission attended meet- ings of the Massachusetts Association of Conser- vation Commissions, the Essex County Green- belt Association, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, and other regional and state conserva- tion and planning agencies. The Commission is continuing its efforts in working with and sup- porting the programs of these organizations for the conservation and preservation of our natural resources in a balanced, beneficial and perpetuat- ing fashion.


Effort is continuing to preserving Reedy Meadow as a major natural resource and wild- life area. The problem remains one of extreme difficulty in determining exact locations and ownership. However, several parcels are now under consideration for acquisition.


This Commission continues to derive its man- date for action in the acquisition of rapidly disap- pearing "open lands" from the extremely favor- able support the town's voters have given it dur- ing the past Town Meetings. The Commission solicits, welcomes, and appreciates the com- ments, suggestions, and especially the active par- ticipation of all townspeople in bringing to frui- tion the conservation of Lynnfield's remaining Natural Resources.


The cooperation and assistance of the Select- men, Road Commissioner, and other Town offi- cials is gratefully acknowledged.


ROBERT C. ROURKE, Chairman


15


BOARD OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE


ELIZABETH KENNEY


This year has seen a major change in the medical assistance program. Children under 21 years of age with parents on a limited income and adults who are medically handicapped may be taken care of. In addition, the regular pro- grams of assistance have been continued to be carried on by this department.


ELIZABETH KENNEY, Director


VETERANS' SERVICES


During the year there were five permanent cases receiving Veterans Benefits, three of these have since been dropped due to death and mov- ing from town, also eleven emergency cases rang- ing from three week to three month periods were processed and authorized for Veterans' Benefits. The majority of these were caused by labor dis- putes in two major companies working on Na- tional Defense contracts.


All veterans' graves were inspected and were decorated with a flag and a geranium for Memorial Day. This project is always carried out by our local Post No. 131 American Legion.


BURTON B. COGSWELL Director of Veterans Services Veterans Agent


16


BUILDING INSPECTOR


JOHN A. GLENNON


New home construction was on the rise but tapered off in the latter part of the year, dropping below 1965. However, the values remained high.


There was a sharp increase in home improve- ment permits. 197 permits, compared to 98 in 1965.


1966 saw the completion of the church on Grove Street, the start of the new Library addition and the start of a new restaurant on Salem Street.


The following members were appointed by the Selectmen to the Building Law Study Committee to review, evaluate and bring up to date the build- ing code.


Architect: Joseph D. Milo, 8 Baldwin Lane


Structural Engineer: Robert S. Cleary, 76 Wal- nut Street


Attorney: Lawrence F. Voke, 20 Longbow Road Building Inspector: John A. Glennon, 40 Home- stead Road.


Permits for 1966


New dwellings


79


Dwelling improvements 127


Re-issue


5


Demolish dwellings


2


Demolish sheds, barns, etc.


8


Swimming pools


12


Commercial improvements


1


Signs


6


Stable


1


Library


1


Restaurant


1


Warehouse


1


Large additions


1


246


LIBRARY TRUSTEES


-


PERRY L. NIES, Chairman NATALIE BROOKS


DR. ROBERT CARD


This has been a year of transition for the Lynnfield Library System. Increased use for study and reference and demand for more books for educational purpose have caused an increasing shortage of space in shelving and seating.


The March Town Meeting voted favorably on the proposal to expand the Elizabeth Green Library. Ground was broken October 18, 1966 and it is expected the new library will be ready for the opening of school in September, 1967.


At the Branch Library, Mrs. Ruth Wiley re- ported the story hour and the summer reading program proved very popular. The building has been painted an attractive green inside. Old, worn-out, obsolete books have been removed and a new section of shelves installed.


At both libraries there has been a gratifying increase in the use of reference books and peri- odicals for research. In April, Mrs. Marcia Wis- wall, who has received her master's degree in Library Science, became a member of the staff, directing the catalog department and serving, at times, as reference librarian. There are now two professional librarians on the staff. Five staff members have earned their sub-professional cer- tificates from the State. One member, Mrs. Vir- ginia Campbell, received a scholarship from the Massachusetts Friends of the Library enabling her to take a course in reference work at North- eastern University.


The town again received a grant of $2,099.50 for library services, based on 25 cents per capita, because the library reached and exceeded the standards set for a town of a population up to 9,999. This is based on the 1960 national census.


The summer reading program again proved very successful with both the public and paro-


chial schools participating. The over 500 children completing the program attended a party in late August where they received their certificates. Many of these were later displayed in the schools.


Our gratitude is due to the local garden clubs which have beautified the libraries with arrange- ments and displays, and to those who have pro- vided memorial gifts.


The Friends of the Library sponsored the Summer Reading Program, and a very well- attended series of morning lectures in the winter.


PERRY L. NIES, Chairman


FINANCE COMMITTEE


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Front: Raymond Samora, Stephen Tsoruas, Clyde Warburg, James Callas. Back: Bayard Waring, Robert Sperry, Ted Regnente, John Smith, Robert Frazer.


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PLANNING BOARD


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Left to right - Mr. Donald G. Harriss, Clerk; Mr. Howard A. Bouve, Jr., Vice Chm .; Mr. Colby L. Burbank, Jr., Chairman; Mr. Arthur J. Bourque, Jr .; Mr. Parker B. Holloway, Jr.


The rate of growth of Lynnfield has dropped when compared to the two previous years but is still substantially above the 1962-1963 period.


Aggregate Length of


Year


No. of Subdivisions Approved


No. of House Lots New Streets Approved


Approved


1962


1


19


1,240 ft.


1963


1


3


190 ft.


1964


7


72


8,204 ft.


1965


5


76


8,450 ft.


1966


4


35


4,430 ft.


In addition to the approvals indicated above, the Planning Board currently has before it a sub- division containing 41 house lots on which action will probably be taken before the end of the calendar year.


It is interesting to note that of the 35 house lots approved this year to date, 26 are in the RC zone with 40,000 sq. ft. requirements while the remaining 9 Lots are in the RB zone with 30,000 sq. ft. requirements. The subdivision presently before the Board is in the RB (30,000 sq. ft.) zone. There has been very little development of the RD (60,000 sq ft.) zone since this one came into being in 1954.


Mr. Parker Holloway, Jr. is the Planning Board representative on two town committees - School Plant Needs and School Site Selection.


During the year Donald G. Harriss was elected for a five year term on the Planning Board replacing Calvin J. Osberg who did not seek re-election after having served continuously for ten years. Colby L. Burbank, Jr. was elected for a two year term. Mr. Russell Franck resigned because of being transferred out of state and Arthur J. Bourque, Jr. was appointed to serve until the next annual election. Howard A. Bouve, Jr. was elected Vice Chairman and Donald G. Harriss was elected Clerk. Mrs. Edith Anderson continues as Assistant Clerk. For the first time the Planning Board Office is open Tuesday and Thursday mornings each week.


COLBY L. BURBANK, JR., Chairman


METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COUNCIL


The Council was established by Chapter 668 of the Acts of 1963 to provide for metropolitan planning in the Boston area. The Metropolitan Area Planning District, which is served by the Planning Council, currently consists of 79 cities and towns.


To fulfill its responsibilities and objectives, the M.A.P.C. staff has made significant progress in a number of specific areas. The following major studies are currently underway and the Council is pursuing a number of other study proposals:


Mass Transportation


Open Space and Recreation Planning


Solid Waste Disposal Plan Regional Water and Sewer Metropolitan Airport System


HOWARD A. BOUVE, JR.


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DEPARTMENTS OF TREES AND INSECT PEST CONTROL


GUSTAV H. KOCH


This year saw a beginning of the return to normal rain fall. While the average was not fully attained there were no long periods without appreciable storms. Our older trees, especially Sugar Maples, have been seriously affected by the long cycle of drought conditions. More normal conditions should reverse this process. Dutch Elm showed some decrease but has not been con- quered. A new systemic injection released for use two years ago has been thoroughly evaluated by both State and Federal experimental control projects and is to say the least, seriously lacking in results over the claims and reports of the manufacturer. Other new products are currently being evaluated.


The South Hall and Fire Station, with the Garden Clubs providing the various shrubs, was planted this spring and will be a source of beauty and pleasure as the plants mature.


The large plot of land on Salem Street created by the relocation of the road was partially planted this year. More will be added in 1967.


Roadside cleaning was carried on with greater effort by both Highway and Tree Department personnel with safety, beauty and considerable decrease of litter being observed.


GUSTAV H. KOCH, Tree Warden Superintendent of Insect Pest Control


BOARD OF REGISTRARS


We wish to thank the residents of the town for their co-operation in the compiling of our annual street list. This information is of the utmost im- portance not only at present, but in years to come. We urge new residents to call us as soon as possible so we may have information about them. In the past this information has been most helpful particularly in emergency situations.


The Board of Registrars held six official regis- tration periods plus daily registration in the Town Hall.


The Town census or listing as of January 1, 1966 showed a population of 10,432.


All young men and women reaching age 21 should register as voters; also, the voters moving within the Town should notify the Clerk's office. Women who change their name by marriage should re-register.




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