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Smith Ward VI Terms expire January, 1958 School Committee Henrietta Wolfenden Donald Antaya Philip Athanas Dr. Ernest A. Bragg John P. Lee Terms expire January, 1958 Royal P. Baker Eva M. Pond Irvin A. Studley Katherine L. Scott Terms expire January, 1960 APPOINTED OFFICIALS BOARD OF ASSESSORS James F. Murray Term expires January,! 957 Carl A. Nelson Term expires January, 1958 Patrick J. Byrnes, Chairman Term expires January, 1959 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Frederick J„ Frans, Almoner Patrick J, Duffy Term expires February, 1957 Robert B. Pond Term expires February, 1958 John J, Henderson, Chairman Term expires February, 1959 HEALTH OFFICER Doctor Fernand Girouard Term expires February, 1957 HEALTH INSPECTOR Frank L. Cushman SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Simon Coren M D , school physician Doi othy B„ Wendell, school nurse Ralph C„ Sturke, school superintendent FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE ENGINEERS Hayward H, Sweet, Chairman Term expires February, 1957 Hiram R Packard, Chief Term expires February, 1958 Charles G. Thomae Term expires February, 1959 John W, Wolfenden Term expires February, 1960 William S. King, Superintendent of Fi Alarm POLICE DEPARTMENT Peter J„ Marron, Chief and Lockup Keeper Term expires February, 1957 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Russell F. Tennant, Superintendent Term expires February, 1957 AUDITOR Ismay Sharkey Term expires February, 1957 Elected by Council INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS Hiram R. Packard Term expires February, 1957 SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Daniel O’Ccnnell Term expires February, 1957 BOARD OF REGISTRARS Louis J. Perry Term expires February, 1957 Lilia Conant Term expires February, 1958 Eva L. Kent, Clerk Term expires February, 1959 Clayton A. MacDonald, Chairman Term expires February, 1960 CITY SOLICITOR Franklin R. McKay Term expires February, 1957 PARK COMMISSIONERS Harry C. Woifenden, Chairman Term expires February, 1957 Thomas G. Sadler Term expires February, 1958 William O. Sweet Terra expires February, 1959 RECREATION COMMISSIONERS Frank Miller Term expires February, 1957 Walter N, White Term expires February, 1958 William Liddell, Chairman Term expires February, 1959 Thomas E, Dube Term expires February, 1959 HOUSING AUTHORITY Leonard L Lamb Term expires April, 1957 John E. Turner, Chairman Term expires April, 1958 Leland B. Smith Term expires April, 1959 Harold W. MacDonald Term expires April, 1960 Mrs, Francis J. O’Neil State Appointed TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC LIBRAR Y Ethel H, Barden, Secretary Term expires February, 1957 Raymond M. Horton, Treasurer Term expires February, 1957 Gertrude F, Chilson Term expires February, 1957 Frederick V. Murphy, Jr, Term expires February, 1958 George E. Nerney Term expires February, 1958 L eland B, Smith Term expires February, 1958 |2dwln F, Leach, Chairman Term expires Februa.ry, 1959 Lydia Gregory Term expires February, 1959 Margaret Conro Term expires February, 1959 Lucile P, Cavender Librarian BOARD OF LICENSES Francis P, Cronan, Chairman Term expires June, 1957 E. Raymond Truell Term expires June, 1958 Zelotus E. Wetherell Term expires June, 1959 BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS Frank J. Nerney Term expires February, 195 John E, Turner, Chairman Term expires February, 1 Thomas H. Brennan Term expires February, 1 Manuel O. Castro Term expires February, 1 DOG OFFICER Michael Quaglia Term expires April, 1957 CITY FORESTER AND MOTH SUPERINTENDENT Warren P, Hofmann Term expires February, 1 FOREST WARDEN Hiram R. Packard Term expires February, 1957 SOLDIERS* RELIEF AND BURIAL Christopher W, McNary Term expires April, 1957 VETERANS' SERVICE CENTER Daniel O'Connell Indefinite PLANNING BOARD Reverend Frank L, Briggs Term expires February, 1957 John A. Cummings Term expires February, 1958 Leo F. Lyons Term expires February, 1959 Robert W, Mawney Term expires February, 1959 Clifford A. Sv/anson Term expires February, 1960 Harold E. Washburn Term expires February, 1960 J. Burleigh Moulton Term expires February, 1961 INSPECTOR OF ANIMALS Dr. James C. DeWitt Term expires March, 1957 CITY STENOGRAPHER Gladys Hinds Elected by Council CITY MESSENGER John B. Bowen Elected by Council CITY REPRESENTATIVES ON BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE ATTLEBORO HOSPITAL Edward J. Healey, ex-officio Term expires February, 1957 Bertrand O. Lambert Term expires February, 1957 Cyril K. Brennan Term expires February, 1957 TRUSTEES OF THE CAPRON AND DEBORAH STARKEY FUND All Ex-officiis Cyril K. Brennan Edward J. Healey, City Treasurer Royal P. Baker, Chairman of School Committee MEASURER OF LUMBER George L. Lincoln Term expires February, 1957 MEASURERS OF WOOD AND BARK Harold Demers Term expires February, 1957 Richard Bauer Term expires February, 1957 TRUST FUND COMMISSIONERS Ralph R. Gunner Term expires February, 1958 James McBrien Term expires February, 1959 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Elmer E. Tofts, Chairman Term expires February, 1957 Clarence D. Roberts Term expires February, 1 958 Charles E, Judge Term expires February, 1958 A ssociate Members John D. Baer Term expires February, 1957 Bazil Mulligan Term' expires February, 1857 CONSTABLES Hormidas Allard Term expires February, 1957 Clarence E, Weeman Term expires February, 1957 STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL 1955“ 1956 COMMITTEE ON FINANCE AND SCHOOL MATTERS Conrad J„ Carlson, Chairman John M, Kenny Edward A„ Lee COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND BRIDGES John Mo Kenny, Chairman Lawmence R, FittOn Harold P. Bellavance COMMITTEE ON WATER SUPPL Y Lawrence R. Fitton, Chairman Edward A. Lee Harold P. Bellavance COMMITTEE ON SANITATION AND DRAINAGE Charles A. Smith, Chairman Arthur Hinds Conrad J. Carlson COMMITTEE ON LIGHTING, SIDEWALKS, AND SIGNS Harold P« Bellavance, Chairman Charles A. Smith John M. Kenny COMMITTEE ON FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS Richard M. Parker, Chairman Conrad J. Carlson Bradford L Dorrance COMMITTEE ON LICENSES Arthur Hinds, Chairman Earl Baumgartel Richard M. Parker COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, ELECTIONS, AND LEGISLATIVE MATTERS Edward A. Lee, Chairman Arthur Hinds Bradford L Dorrance COMMITTEE ON WELFARE AND VETERANS' MATTERS Bradford L Dorrance, Chairman Earl Baumgartel Richard M, Parker COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS, TRANSPORTATION, PARKS, AND PLAYGROUNDS Earl Baumgartel, Chairman Charles A, Smith Lawrence R. Fitton Annual Report REPORT OF THE CITY CLERK 1956 Honorable Cyril K, Brennan, Mayor City of Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Sir: It is a pleasure to enclose the annual report of the City Clerkfe Department for 1956 during which a total of $14, 959. 40 was taken in over the counter for all types of licenses, permits and fees, A total of $5, 474. 75 was taken in for sporting li- censes, $4, 201, 00 for dog licenses and $5, 283. 65 for various city licenses, per- mits and fees. During the year the work has been carried on by the clerk, assistant clerk and one part time helper, probably the smallest City Clerk's staff in the State. The office has been kept open each Wednesday night, year round, until 8:00 P. M. , and as further accomodation the clerk made the annual trip to South Attleboro in the dog licensing season. Because of a lack of room in the combined clerk-treasurers office and lack of filing space working conditions are bad and growing worse. It is a matter that should be given some attention immediately, having been adroitly side-stepped for too many years. Attached is a report of vital statistics as recorded at closing time today, com- pared with those of the three preceding, years, also a summary of the cash business done and a record of sales of sporting licenses and dog licenses. Beside the crying need for more working and record storing space this depart- ment is doing nicely and expects to continue along those lines in 1957. Yours truly , Kenneth F, Blandin City Clerk 1 . Annual Report Report of the City Clerk continued SUMMARY OF SPORTING LICENSES SOLD 1956 Number-1956 licenses sold in December, 1955, 305; January 115; February 28; March 37; April 465; May 200; June 121; July 110; August 49; September 23; October 192; November 87; December 23, Total 1, 755. Male fishing license 655; hunting license 378; combined hunting and fishing 220; minor fishing license 114; female fishing license 109; minor trapping license 9; men's trapping license 7; three day visitors fishing license 13; out of state minors fishing license 2; out of state fishing license 24; out of state hunting license 16; out of state combination hunting and fishing 1; duplicate to replace lost license 9; over 70 years (free) 194; old age and blind (free) 4; Total 1,755. AMOUNTS RECEIVED FOR SPORTING LICENSES 1956 Number Gross Value City Fee Net Value (state) December, 1955 305 $688. 75 $35. 25 $653. 50 January 115 438. 75 26. 75 412. 00 February 28 102. 00 6. 50 95. 50 March 37 121. 25 8. 25 113. 00 April 465 1,474. 50 114. 00 1, 360. 50 May 200 609. 75 48. 75 561. 00 June 121 375. 25 29. 75 345. 50 July no 325. 75 26. 25 299. 50 August 49 146. 00 11. 50 134. 50 September 23 70. 25 5. 75 64. 50 October 192 755. 25 47. 75 707. 50 November 87 295. 25 21. 25 274. 00 December 23 72. 00 5. 50 66. 50 Totals 1, 755 $ 5, 474. 75 $387. 25 $5, 087. 50 2 Annual Report Report of the City Clerk continued- VITAJ. STATISTICS 1956 1955 1954 1953 Births 1330 1246 1282 1308 Marriages 252 256 275 266 Deaths 431 421 384 393 DOG LICENSES SOLD 1956 Number- January 15, February 7, March 546, April 669, May 209, June 89, July 65, August 31, September 25, October 33, November 22, December 10.= 1020 males; 130 females. 544 spayed females, 20 kennels at $10.00; five kennels at $25; two kennels at $50, Total 1721 licenses issued: AMOUNTS RECEIVED FOR DOG LICENSES Gross Value City's Fee Net Value (county) January 41. 00 3. 00 38. 00 F ebruary 14. 00 1. 40 12. 60 March 1, 287. 00 109. 00 1, 178. 00 April 1,647. 00 133. 80 1, 513. 20 May 536. 00 41. 80 494. 20 June 220. 00 17. 80 202. 20 July 155. 00 13.00 142. 00 August 83. 00 6. 20 CD 00 o September 59. 00 5. 00 54, 00 October 83. 00 6. 60 76. 40 November 50. 00 4. 40 45. 60 December 26. 00 2. 00 24. 00 Totals $ 4, 201. 00 $ 344. 00 $3, 857. 00 3 . ' Annual Report Report of the City Clerk continued- / Com. Vic Pool Second Month. Motor Hackney & Sunday & & Misc. Auction Hand 1 Sales Express Lodging Bowling eers Junk Jan. 6. 00 22. 00 30. 00 . 50 Feb. 8. 00 24. 00 50. 00 18. 00 196. 00 4. 55 200. 00 Mar, 247. 00 130. 00 9. 00 28. 00 2. 00 April 34. 00 30. oq 6. 00 1. 90 3. 00 200. 00 May 11. 00 5. 00 1. 45 100. 00 June 4. 00 6.00 3. 20 July 6. 00 5. 00 6. 00 3. 35 6. 00 August 22. 00 5. 00 3. 00 2. 15 3. 00 Sept. 4. 00 10, 00 9. 00 1. 30 Oct. 4. 00 12. 00 18. 00 . 80 Nov. 41. 00 2. 00 24. 00 . 70 Dec. 18. 00 7. 00 36. 00 2. 50 3, 00 — o 1 81. 00 ^ o O Q $225. 00 $165. 00 $224.00 { 124.40 ^ 115. 00 $500. 00 uas. Month Amuse- Theaters Guns Signs Marr- Cert. ments Ammun. iages Copies Record. Total Jan. 6. 00 4. 00 1. 50 22. 00 42. 50 210. 75 345. 25 Feb. 1. 00 50. 00 3. 50 55. 00 20. 00 61. 00 189. 65 880. 70 Mar. 8. 00 93. 00 51. 00 22. 00 36. 75 221. 10 847. 85 April 17. 00 39. 00 8. 00 42. 00 33. 00 218. 75 632. 65 May 2, 00 22. 00 16. 00 48. 00 44. 30 197. 50 447. 25 June 4. 00 13. 50 2. 00 56. 00 41. 75 161. 55 292. 00 July 10. 00 . 50 2. 00 24. 00 50. 50 124. 75 238. 10 August 9. 00 8. 50 66. 00 53. 75 151. 90 324. 30 Sept. 6. 00 ID. 00 1. 00 40. 00 66. 00 160. 00 307. 30 Oct. 12. 00 3.00 3. 00 58. 00 55. 50 149. 75 316. 05 Nov. 5. 00 13. 50 28. 00 50. 25 169. 50 333. 95 Dec. 17. 00 4. 00 14. 00 41. 75 175. 00 318. 25 Total $97. 00 $76.00 t 1206.00 1 5122. 00 440. 00 577. 05 2130. 20 $5283. 65 4 . Annual Report REPORT OF ATTENDANCE OF COUNCILMEN AT 1956 COUNCIL MEETINGS Present Absent Total President Bertrand O. Lambert 30 2 - 32 Mr. Conrad J. Carlson 31 1 32 Mr. Charles A. Smith 32 0 32 Mr. Arthur Hinds 30 2 32 Mr. Harold P. Bellavance 29 3 32 Mr. John Kenny 30 2 32 Mr. Richard M. Parker 30 2 32 Mr. Lawrence R. Fitton 32 0 32 Mr. Edward A. Lee 31 1 32 Mr. Earl Baumgartel 31 1 32 Mr. Bf^adford I. Dorrance (elected Jan- uary 17, 1956} 29 1 30 MEETING DATES 1956 January 3 Regular August 7 Regular January 17 Regular August 17 Special February 7 Regular September 4 Regular February 16 Special September 18 Regular February 21 Regular October 2 Regular March 6 Regular October 16 Regular March 9 Special October 24 Special March 20 Regular November 6 Regular March 22 Special November 13 Special April 3 Regular November 20 Regular April 17 Regular November 27 Special May 1 Regular December 4 Regular May 8 Special December 12 Special May 15 Regular December 18 Regular June 5 Regular December 28 Special June 19 Regular 22 Regular meetings July 3 Regular 10 Special meetings 32 Total 5 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE PLANNING BOARD 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Honorable Municipal Council Gentlemen: The Planning Board held twenty regular meetings with an average attendance of 82%, or 5, 75 out of a possible 7. The Board made the following recommendations to the Municipal Council on matters referred to it for study and report: PARKING LO'ITS That new business and industrial construction should be required to provide off-street parking facilities for employees and customers. The demand for off-street parking space comes from the fact that there are fifty million cars at present in use and that planning authorities estimate in the next twenty years the number of cars in use will increase to one hundred million. The Board consulted with Mr. Angus MacNeil who wrote our original Zoning Ordinance and finally after a public hearing on August 6, 1956, recommended an Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance authorizing the establishment of hew Parking Districts, in which new business and industrial construction would be required to provide off-street parking facilties for employees and customers and the present business and industrial construction might acquire parking facilties on adjacent or near-by land. This Amendment was adopted by the Municipal Council on Nov- ember 6, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on November 14, 1956. ACCEPTANCE OF STREETS AS TOWN WAYS Todd Drive from Rocklawn Avenue westerly to Luther Dam for approximately 960 feet. Sunset Drive from Rocklawn Avenue westerly to Luther Dam Reservoir for 270 feet Davis Circle from Patterson Street northerly to South Avenue, a distance of 670 feet. Kratz Avenue from North Main Street easterly 300 feet. Reynolds Street from Verndale Avenue northerly for 900 feet, and that the name of this street be changed as there is another Reynolds Street off Oak Hill Avenue south- erly. 6 . Annual Report Report of the Planning Board continued” Thornton Street from Locust Street easterly to Tyler Street a distance of 250 feet. Martin Street from the end of the 1938 extension for 100 feet southerly to the northerly line of Shawmut. Street. Hope Street from the end of the 1932 extension for 300 feet northerly. Mayhew Road from North Main Street westerly 50 feet wide. This road already constructed as part of Mayhew Manor Plat. Maxcy Street from Mayhew Road southerly to Payson Street. This road constructed as part of Mayhew Manor Plat. Twelfth Street for a distance of 140 feet easterly to Tondreau Avenue (formerly Fisher St) East Street from Solomon Street easterly for 500 feet. Park Circle from Newport Avenue easterly. This road constructed as part of Pitas Acres Plat No, 1. Hillcrest Avenue from Washington Street westerly, formerly Juniper Avenue. Re = commended that name be again changed to Sweetland Street to avoid duplication of names. Colvin Street referred back to Council because there is no plan and profile of the street. Florence Street from Robinson Avenue to Mendon Road should not be accepted as a town way. PROPOSALS FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT - STREETS That land be acquired at the junction of Pike Avenue and Union Roa<3 (Peckham Street) so as to widen the street in this area to at least fifty feet in order to re-duce the traffic hazard of a blind corner. The owners of the land have signified their willingness to donate the necessary land. That the present layout of Riverbank Road be amended to show a relocation of approximately 390 feet around the base of the hill. That the elbow turn where Read Street crosses County Street be eliminated. The owner of the necessary land has signified his willingness to donate it. That Bank Street be continued northerly from Claflin Street, That Dexter Street be continued easterly to Park Street, 7 , Annual Report Report of the Planning Board continued- That Brook Street be continued southerly from Maple Street to South Main Street, That land be acquired to make a better connection between Holden Street and Mayhew Road across North Main Street, That the land of the Murray Universalist Church at the junction of South Main and County Street be acquired by the City as a neesjgcJ open space until such time as may be required to determine whether it would be needed in connection with the adjacent property now used by the Fire Department, DRAINAGE The future develppment of the southerly part of our city depends largely upon an adequate drainage and sanitary sewer system. Studies should be made and plans drawn for this project as soon as possible. The cost of such plans might be advan- ced by the Federal Government through the Community Facilities Administration of the Housing and Home Finance Agency, INDUSTRIAL PARKS The Board has given considerable thought to the possibility of Industrial Parks which require a source of adequate water, power, and proper drainage along with satisfactory transportation facilities in the form of good roads and rail facilities. The residential areas adjacent to the New York, New Haven and Hartford Rail- road, and the Taunton Branch I^ailroad should be studied for their possibilities as sites for future Industrial Parks, REGIONAL OR INTER-COMMUNITY PLANNING The growth and spread of population is producing new conditions calling for throughway streets, new sources of water supply and new drainage and sewer sys- tems, etc. This calls for regional or inter-community planning. The State of Mass- achusetts has recognized the necessity of such planning and has passed the neces- sary Enabling Laws which are known as Chapter 40B of the General Laws. In accord- ance with this law the Southeastern Massachusetts Regional Planning District has been formed and the Board recommends that the City of Attleboro become a member of it by vote of the Municipal Council. AMENDMENTS TO ZONING ORDINANCE 1. Amendment authorizing the establishment of new Districts P. This amend- ment is described in the beginning of this report. The Amendment itself covers three and one third pages and a copy can be obtained at the office of the Planning Board. It was recommended by the Board on August 6, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council bn November 6, 1956, and appro- ved by the Mayor on November 14, 1956. 2. Amendment to change from General Residence to Business "Use" Lot #2, Assessors' New Plat #6 on the westerly side of Washington Street and Lots — ' f 8 . ~ ~ ' Annual Report ' _ Report of the Planning Board continued- #237“243 inclusive, Assessors' New Plat #4 on the easterly side of Allen Avenue. Recommended by the Board on March 26, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council on June 5, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on June 8, 1956. 3. Amendment to change from a 16,000 square foot minimum lot size district to a 12, 000 square foot minimum lot size district, land on the easterly side of Cumberland Avenue and northerly of the present 8, 000 square foot mini- mum lot size district on the northerly side of Newport Avenue and more specifically described as Lots #32, 34, part of 36 and most of lot 33 as shown on Assessors New Plat #67. Recommended by the Board on April 26, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council on June 5, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on June 8, 1956. 4. Amendment to change from General Residence to Business Use Lots #248, 249, Assessors' New Plat #18 at the corner of Washington Street and Hac- kett Avenue. Recommended by the Board on May 21, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council, July 3, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on July 10, 1956. 5. Amendment to change from General Residence to Business Use Lots #250, 251, 252, 253, 256, 267 on Assessors' New Plat #18 on the easterly side of Washington Street, also Lot #19, Assessors* New Plat # 17 , and Lots #320, 321, parts of Lots #322, 323, and Lots #254, 255, 258-264 inclu- sive, on Assessors' New Plat #18, Recommended by the Board on May 21, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council on July 3, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on July 10, 1956. 6. Amendment to change from Single Residence to Business Use Lot #27A and that part of Lot #27 which abuts on the northerly side of Lot #27A and extends northerly to an Industrial Area, as shown on Assessors' New Plat #58, on the northerly side of Pleasant Street, Recommended by the Board on May 21, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council on July 3, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on July 10, 1956, 7. Amendment to change from Single Residence to Business Use land on the easterly side of Newport Avenue having a frontage of approximately 1, 520 feet and a depth of 700 feet, parallel to the easterly street line of Newport Avenue, comprising Lots #335-341 inclusive, olljDt #342, Lots #344- 347 inclusive. Lots 349-354 inclusive. Lots 354-358 Inclusive, on Asses- sors' New Plat #27. Lots #476-504 inclusive. Lots #510-515 inclusive. Lot #519 and part of Lot #74B on Assessors’ New Plat #75, Recommended by the Board on June 4, 1956, adopted by the Municipal Council on August 7, 1956 and approved by the Mayor on August 10, 1956, 9 . Annual Repor t Report of the Planning Board continued- 8. Amendment to change from General Residence to Industrial District P Use land bounded by Elizabeth, State, Milk Streets and by the Mechanics Pond. Also a parcel of land on the northerly side of Milk Street from the shore of Mechanics Pond easterly for a distance of 190 feet and 100 feet deep, as shown on Assessors' New Plat #41, Lots #60, 61, 62 and part of Lot #67. Not recommended by the Board on November 19, 1956. 9. Amendment to change from Single Residence and Business Use to Business District P Use land on the westerly side of Washington Street and southerly of Cumberland Avenue and shown on Assessors' New Plat #15, as Lot #243. Not recommended by the Board on November 19, 1956. 10. Amendment to change from Single Residence to Business District P Use land on northerly side of Pleasant Street shown as Lot #28A and part of Lot #27 on Assessors' New Plat #56. This would extend the present business area 176 feet easterly with a depth of 300 feet. Recommended by the Board on November 1, 1956, adopted by the Council on January 2, 1957 and approved by Mayor on January 3, 1957. 11. Amendment to change from General Residence to Business District P Use land on the easterly side of Washington Street shown as Lots #240A, 240B on Assessors' New Plat #16. Recommended by the Board on November 19, 1956, adopted by the Council on January 2, 1957 and approved by the Mayor on January 3, 1957. 12. Amendment to change from Single Residence to Business District P Use land on the westerly side of Washington Street and southerly side of Highland Ave- nue as shown on Assessors' New Plat #12, Lots #114, and 114C. Not re- c commended by the Board on November 19, 1956. NEW SUBDIVISIONS OF LAND APPROVED Todd Drive Plat on westerly side of Rocklawn Avenue. The acceptance of Todd Drive as a Town Way placed this plat not under Subdivision Control Law. Westchester Plat on easterly side of Francis J. Kelley Boulevard. 24 lots approv- ed April 10, 1956. Manna Haven Plat on westerly side of North Main Street. 12 lots. Approved Oct- ober 1, 1956. Woodworth Acres Plat #1 on easterly side of Pike Avenue and southerly side of Union Road, also known as Peckham Street. 10 lots. Approved October 15, 1956. Woodworth Acres Plat #2 on southerly side of Pike Avenue. 12 lots. Approved October 15, 1956. Annual Report Report of the Planning Board continued- Woodlawn Terrace Plat on southeasterly side of Thacher Street at Patterson Street. 15 lots. Approved on October 1, 1956. Lindsey Acres Plat on easterly side of Lindsey Street. 6 lots. Approved on October 1, 1956. Boardman Acres Plat on northerly side of Newport Avenue. 21 lots. Approved on October 1, 1956. Thirty-two plans of land were certified as not requiring approval of the Board under the Subdivision Control Law. Everyone who is interested in a piece of real estate should know the "Use" and "Area" District in which it is located. All you have to do is to reach for the telephone and call Attleboro 1-2635. In conclusion, we wish to thank the Mayor, the Municipal Council, the City Solicitor, Board of Health, and Public Works Department and the Board of Assessors for the many courtesies extended during the year, and the press for their valuable publicity. Respectfully submitted, ATTLEBORO PLANNING BOARD Frank L. Briggs, Chairman Robert W. Mawney, Secretary Leo F. Lyons Clifford A. Swanson John A. Cummings J. Burleigh Moulton Harold E. Washburn 11 Annual Report REPORT OF THE SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES FOR 1956 0 To His Honor the Mayor and Municipal Council: The Sealer of the Weights and Measures Department during the 1956 year conducted the work of inspecting all scales, weights, measuring devices, gas tanks, fuel oil trucks, checked pedlars, issued local licenses and signed applications for special City, County and State licenses according to law. Several iarms, who have installed bulk milk containers were caliberated with the assistance of Lawrence Harney, District Supervisor of the State Department of Weights and Measures. Respectfully submitted, Daniel Q 'Connell Sealer of Weights and Measures REPORT OF THE DOG OFFICER 1956 To the Honorable Mayor and the Municipal Council; I herewith submit the annual report of the Dog Officer for the year 1956, Listed below as of January 1, 1956 to December 31, 1956. Dogs Boarded (Custody) 141 Dogs Destroyed (Statutory) 141 Dogs Killed (Highway) 101 Investigations 976 Mileage , 5, 787 Man Hours . 1, 137 Dogs Licensed April to Dec. 1956..,...,... 1,677 Kennels 24 I am hoping that our city can see its way to build a dog shelter large enough to house the many stray dogs picked up in our city. There is plenty of room at the City Farm for such a shelter. Sincerely, I remain Michael J. Quaglia Dog Officer. 12 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE STURDY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 1956 To the Board of Trustees and Members of the Corporation: Since our last report on the operation of Sturdy Memorial Hospital, work has been steadily progressing on the Harold E. Sweet Wing. As 1956 draws to a close, the entire shell of the new construction has been raised and much interior work has been donej particularly, on the first and second floors, where several interior par- titions are already erected. In spite of the construction, normal activity of the hospital has been maintained. This reflects a great deal of credit to staff and personnel who have been obliged to readjust their routines to mesh into temporary arrangements made necessary by construction problems. Thru the efforts of our administrator we have just made arrangements with the Society for Advancement of Management, to come into the hospital to survey our plant. This group is composed of specialists in the various fields of busi- ness; such as, finances, accounting, human relations, maintenance, purchasing, laundry, and food. Their services are donated to the hospital. Their recom- mendations are subject to acceptance by the Board of Managers. If the hospital were to engage this professional talent from a management consultant group, the cost would run into many thousands of dollars, and at this time would be too great a burden to assume. The benefits from this work should help us to inte- grate our new facilities, soon to be ready, with our existing plant, with a sub- stantial saving in operating costs. In cooperation with the staff, the Board of Managers have arranged for a weekly visit to the hospital by Dr. Robert P, McCombs of Boston. He is a phy- sician of wide experience who consults with our staff members on specific cases and techniques. This new service should contribute much to our overall patient care. The contribution of the City of Attleboro for the year 1956 which takes care of such items as water, electricity, and insurance was Thirty-two thousand, three hundred seventy-seven dollars and fifty cents ($32, 377.50). To those who have labored throughout the year in the interest of the best pos- sible care of the sick and injured in our community during 1956, I wish to express the thanks and appreciation of the Board of Managers. To our administrator, Mr. A. O. Davidsen, I wish to record thanks for his cooperation in keeping the Board abreast of new developments and requirements in the field of hospital operation. 13 . Annual Report Report of the Sturdy Memorial Hospital continued- Ours is a great responsibility. The community looks to us to maintain the necessary facilities that will insure them proper care in case of sickness or in- jury; and to that end, may God give us great wisdom and courage. Respectfully submitted, C. W. Cederberg, Chairman Board of Managers Annual Report REPORT OF THE STURDY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 1956 To the Board of Trustees and Managers of the Sturdy Memorial Hospital: You have made the past fiscal year memorable for the Sturdy Memorial Hospital and I want the entire community to know why. This has been a year of intensive long-range planning, during which you have attempted to devise a flexible architectural plan for Sturdy's physical development over the balance of the twentieth century. It was necessary to do this now so that present construction would synchronize with future build- ings as well as with the buildings already constructed. You also kept in mind the dynamic character of medical science to leave to your successors flex- ibility to adjust to future changes which are bound to come. The floor levels of the Harold E. Sweet Wing will be identical with those in the existing medical/surgical building. Identical floor levels, together with elevators with automatic floor-leveling devices, will do much to improve our central food service, recently instituted. Your thoughtful planning will make it unr^ecessary to push our laundry through rain, sleet, or snow. The new tunnels connecting our buildings will eliminate a serious laundry problem; and, at the same time, make it much easier to move equipment and supplies from storage to patient areas; par- ticularly, as elevator service emanates at the tunnel level. All supplies and equipment must now be carried upstairs from the antiquated storage area in the basement of the nurses' home. During 1956, you have brought two appeals for funds to a successful con- clusion--aggregating $1, 097, 224. 92 with an infinitesimal shrinkage of an es- timated 2 1/2%, Coming as manna from heaven, was the added Two hundred, fifty thousand dollars ($250, 000. 00) in Hill Burton Funds and the unexpected windfall of Sixty- six thousand, eight hundred dollars ($66, 800. 00) from the Ford Foundation. Although Four hundred thousand dollars ($400, 000. 00) is still needed to com- plete and equip the Harold E. Sweet Wing and an added Four hundred thousand dol- lars ($400, 000. 00) required to build a nursing school building. I feel confident your continued spirit and energy will bring the entire program to a successful conclusion in the immediate future. Each year there is an increasing number of patients cared for, as reflected by the accompanying statistics. The personnel and medical staff have a right to think, I believe, the increased census indicates acceptance and approval of their efforts on your behalf to serve both the present and long range community health requirements. j 15 . Annual Report Report of the Sturdy Memorial Hospital continued- The Medical Staff has enthusiastically attended the medical seminars conducted weekly by the well known physician Robert P. McCombs, M, D, , of Boston, Mass- achusetts. Sacrificing time that could be used for economic gain, the entire medi- cal staff is to be commended for taking the entire morning each Tuesday to attend Dr. McComb's lectures; thereby, broadening their medical knowledge and keeping up to date with the new techniques and treatments. Arrangements have been made with an organization called "The Society for the Advancement of Management ' to make an overall survey of our hospital oper- ations and to offer suggestions for improvements and effect economies wherever possible without lowering our high standards. It is a voluntary organization com- posed of specialists in various phases of industrial management. You probably read about their fine work in Middlesex Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey. An article concerning their efforts at Middlesex appeared in an issue of "Readers ' Digest" last summer. Their survey of our operations comes at an opportune time when we prepare to use our enlarged facilities. Were we to pay for such a survey, it would cost the hospital thousands of dollars. We are deeply indebted to this group for loaning us their time and talent. We look forward with pleasurable an- ticipation to their report. It is gratifying to know that we have the wholehearted enthusiastic support of the department heads in this new venture. Another new venture that you have approved during the past year is a Public Relations program under the faible leadership of Thomas Holton Hoare. Mr. Hoare is a human relations expert, with years of experience, specializing in hospitals and public charities. "News for You", a weekly bulletin given to patients, has stimulated considerable interest in the information furnished them through this media. It is evident from the foregoing that the entire community served by this insti- tution should know of your conscientious efforts that brought such marked progress this past year. To you. Board Members, and to the hosts of friends who served the hospital in some capacity or other during the past fiscal year, may I say, on behalf of the 6,454 in-patients and 8,814 out-patients for whom treatment was rendered, a sin- cere appreciation for a most memorable year of service. May God continue to Bless your efforts in the years that lie ahead. Respectfully submitted, Albert O. Davidsen, Director Sturdy Memorial Hospital Annual Report REPORT OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEAL 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Honorable Mi^nicipal Council During the calendar year 1956 the Board of Appeal held nine regular and nine special meetings. It considered twenty-nine applications and appeals, of which fourteen were granted, in whole or in part, fourteen were denied, and one is pen- ding. Detailed statistics of the Board for the calendar year 1956 are as follows: 1954 1955 1956 Number of regular meetings 19 16 9 Number of special meetings 20 15 9 Total applications or appeals filed 62 46 29 Granted (in whole or in part) 44 36 14 Denied 12 6 14 Withdrawn (or otherwise disposed of) 2 0 0 Applications or appeals pending at end of calendar year. 4 4 1 Respectfully submitted, ^Imer E. Tufts, Jr. , Chairman John D. Baer Clarence D. Roberts Associate Member Member Bazil B. Mulligan Charles E. Judge Associate Member Member 17 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE CITY COLLECTOR 1956 To His Honor, the Mayor, and the Municipal Council: I herewith submit the annual report of the City Collector for the year 1956. The total amount collected and paid to the City Treasurer is $2, 854, 182. 13, divided as follows: Real Estate Taxes $1, 994, 082. 06 Personal Property Taxes 143, 321. 60 Poll Taxes 12, 858. 00 Motor Vehicle Excise 194, 340. 32 Betterments 18, 098. 69 Committed Interest 1, 113. 01 Water Rates 217, 394. 78 Pipe & Labor Charges 17, 544. 12 Highway 25. 00 Welfare 233,441. 24 School 6,034. 81 Health 1,407.95 Public Property 844. 00 Fishing Permits-Orr 's Pond 94. 00 Trailer Rentals 5, 252. 00 Water Liens added to Taxes 3, 345. 05 Rentals 800 . 00 Interest on Taxes and Water 2, 483. 25 Costs on Taxes and Water 1, 701. 25 Costs on Water Liens 1. 00 Following is a list of the outstanding accounts as of December 31, 1956. Real Estate Taxes $ 81, 297. 08 Personal Property Taxes 3, 099. 52 Poll Taxes 224. 00 Motor Vehicle Excise 60, 783. 64 Betterments 7, 059. 10 Committed Interest 47. 62 Water Rates 13, 268. 08 Pipe & Labor Charges 3, 739. 05 Public Property 66. 00 School 2, 772. 65 Highway 28. 15 Welfare 7, 808. 93. Water Liens added to Taxes 25. 45 $180, 219. 27 Respectfully submitted Doris L. Austin, City Collector Annual Report REPORT OF THE WELFARE DEPARTMENT 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Municipal Council: In compliance with the City Ordinance, the Annual Report for the Board of Public Welfare for the fiscal year ending December 31st, 1956 is herewith sub- mitted. Your attention is invited to the fact that after deducting amounts received from the Federal Government and Cities, Towns, and State that the net cost to the City of Attleboro, Mass, for the Department of Public Welfare was $189, 292. 87 as against a gross expenditure for the entire year of $622, 290. 39. A detailed statement of receipts and expenditures for the entire year is attached. BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Robert B. Pond Patrick J. Duffy J.K. Henderson BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE APPRpPRIATED $390, 019. 00 Additional appropriations. 34, 504. 24 Refunds. 3, 094. 99 GRAND TOTAL 427, 618. 23" TOTAL EXPENDITURES $622, 290.39 Less Federal Funds 195, 762.81 Total expenditures from city funds. 426, 527. 58 BALANCE AT END OF THE YEAR 1, 090. 65 SALARIES Appropriated 17, 266. 00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 25, 632.66 Less Federal Funds 8, 366.66 Total expenditures from City Funds 17, 266. 00 BALANCE AT THE END OF YEAR 00, 000. 00 AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN Appropriated 39, 600. 00 Refunds 326. 20 GRAND TOTAL.. 39, 926.20 Less transfer to G. R. for 1955 bills. 486. 55 GRAND TOTAL 39, 439. 65" 19 . . Annual Report Report of the Public Welfare continued- AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN continued # TOTAL EXPENDITURES. 65, 043.78 Less Federal Funds 25, 825. 18 TOTAL EXPENDITURES FROM CITY FUNDS . . . .39, 218. 60 BALANCE AT END OF THE YEAR . . . . 221. 05 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE Appropriated. . .231, 800. 00 Additional Appropriations. . . . 10, 600. 00 Refunds...... 1, 349. 91 TOTAL .243, CD 91 Less transfer to G. R...... 2, 900. 00 GRAND TOTAL . . . 240, 849. 91 TOTAL EXPENDITURES...... 387, 469. 91 Less Federal Funds. 147, 009. 22 Total Expenditures from City Funds 240, 460. 69 BALANCE AT END OF THE YEAR. ... 389. 22 DISABILITY ASSISTANCE I Appropriated. . 16, 800. 00 Additional Appropriations . 9, 200. 00 Refunds. . 200. 85 GRAND TOTAI . . . 26, 200. 85 TOTAL-EXPENDLT.URES. 38, 042. 29 Les-s Federal Funds 12, 029. 39 Total Expenditures from City Funds 26, 012. 90 BALANCE AT END OF THE YEAR...... •-* 00 95 1 OUTSIDE RELIEF Appropriated...... 80, 100, 00 Additional appropriations. 14, 500. 00 Refunds. . 1, 218. 03 Plus transfer from OAA. . 2, 900, 00 GRAND TOTAL, ... 98, 718. 03 TOTAL^XPENDITURES Weekly Cash. 47,911.79 Rent, Board and Care. 15, 038. 70 Clothing. 97^.12 Fuel...... 845.25 I Medicine 24, 979. 99 Towns, Cities, Institutions 8,544.97 20 Annual Report Report of the Welfare Department continued = TOTAL EXPENDITURES continued Burials, . , 171. 00 Total expenditures from City Funds, 98, 467. 82 BALANCE AT END OF THE YEAR 250. 21 CITY INFIRMARY 1/1/56 to 4/30/56 Appropriated. . 2, 028. 00 Additional appropriation. ^04. 24 GRAND TOTAL. . 2, ^^ 2 . 24 TOTAL EXPENDITURES Salary 733. 00 Medical 2. 96 Food Supplies 780. 27 Clothing 93. 10 Fuel 429. 32 Light 96. 20 Phone 55. 49 Other Building Maintenance and operation 31. 97 Workmen's Compensation 9. 93 Total expenditures from City Money. 2, 232. 24 BALANCE AT END OF 4/30/56 0, 000.00 ADMINISTRATION Appropriated 2, 425. 00 GRAND TOTAL. 2, 425. 00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES Janitor 276. 84 Phone. 587. 49 Office Supplies 2, 980. 85 .. Automaintenance 507. 34 Transportation (Outside Relief) 301.94 Seeking information 260. 68 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4, 915. 14 Less Federal Funds 2, 532. 36 Total expenditures from City money 2, 382. 78 BALANCE AT END OF THE YEAR...... 42. 22 TOTAL EXPENDITURES OF CITY MONEY $426, 527. 58 Less Money Received D. A. ADMINISTRATION ... 270.95 O. A. A. STATE 168, 243.18 A. D. C. STATE 21, 797.74 D. A. STATE 13, 820. 32 CUR. STATE 19,817.55 21. Annua l Report RfiPORT OF THE PUBLIC WELFARE continued- TOTAL EXPENDITURES OF CITY MONEY continued G. R. & O. A. A. CITIES & TOWNS 8, 282. 71 CITY INFIRMARY 410.65 MISCELLANEOUS.... 1,815.09 RECOVERIES 2, 776.52 TOTAL RECEIPTS. 237, 234. 71 NET COST TO THE CITY. 189, 292. 87 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 622, 290.39 Federal. 195, 762.81 31.61% State Cities and Towns 237, 234. 71 38. 12% CITY OF ATTLEBORO. 189, 292.87 30. 27% GENERAL RELIEF BILLS 1955 Transferred from ADC 486. 55 Expenditures ...... 486. 55 BALANCE 000.00 Annual Report REPORT OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT 1956 Honorable Cyril K. Brennan, Mayor Members of the Municipal Council Gentlemen: In accordance with the requirements of the city ordinance herewith is submitted the annual report of the police department for the year ending December 31, 1956. The department is composed of a Chief, one Lieutenant, one Inspector, 5 Serg- eants, 1 Parking Meter Supervisor, 28 Patrolmen, 1 Junior Building Custodian, 6 Reserve Patrolmen, and a Matron for women prisoners supervision when necessary. The following equipment is owned, used and maintained by the department: 1 . Four 1956 Ford Station-wagons for cruisers and emergency ambulances 2 . One 1955 Ford fordor used by the Chief 3. One 1949 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle. 4. One Link radio receiver-transmitter, KCA-887 in the police station and 5 mobile units in the cruisers consisting of 3 Motorola sets and 2 General Electrics. 5. One police ambulance used formerly in emergencies which are now taken care of by the cruisers. 6 . One State Police radio receiver needed for Civilian Defense purposes. 7. One Teletypewriter leased to this department by the New England Tele- phone & Telegraph Company. 8 . One meter parts lubricating and washing maching. 9. Five typewriters and one Burroughs adding machine. 10 . Revolvers all of the Official Police type 'Which take the same ammunition for aUJpersonnel, gas clubs, one gas gun, six 22 calibre target revolvers and ammunition for all. For 1956 the police department had 464 offenders before the court for committ- ing 668 offenses, mostly «nisdemeanors. Of the offenses committed, 260 were for motor vehicle violations. This shows a substantial increase over a year ago when 587 offenses requiring action by the police department were recorded. In spite of our intensified program of prevention we recorded 774 automobile accidents during the year, a decline of 11 over the year previous, however. Of these accidents there was a decline of 90 accidents of the serious type and an additional 79 incurring pro- perty damage only. Of greater importance, however, we didlnot have a fatal acci- dent during 1956, a feat that has not been accomplished for many years. Another fact of significance is that the nation-wide trend toward accidents and the death rate is rising greatly. 23 . Annual Report Report of the Police Department continued- Commendations were given to four officers during the year for their excellence ^ in police work in the following case: Patrolman Frank J. Poholek for capturing two armed hold-up men for the Nor- ton Police Department, Patrolman Richard J. Barrett for crashing a plate-glass window to capture two men who had broken into a variety store. Patrolman Robert E. Dion and Albert A. Fyfe for their intensive investigation and arrests in a contemptible morality case. I also wish to commend one of our South Attleboro citizens, Gerard Gravel, for his alertness in giving us information which lead to the arrest of a hit-run operator who had run down a young boy and left him in the street critically injured. There were 1328 miscellaneous complaints investigated throughout the year by members of the department not including auto accidents or cases in which arrests were made. The juvenile delinquency problem locally did not change too much com- pared with last years' record. Many juveniles had their problems straightened out at Police Headquarters where conferences were held among the principals, their parents and members of the department under supervision of the Chief of Police. In most cases their problems were handled satisfactorily without court appearance. A course of instruction was held during. the year under the sponsorship of the Southeastern Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association. Classes were held in "^ Taunton and included lectures on criminal law, preparation of reports and evidence, preparation of cases for court and other subjects pertinent to police work and pro- ceedure. The school enrolled police-officers throughout the country and four of our members attended. The solution to the traffic problem in this city is still in the experimental stage. Many left-handed turns are now prohibited in the center and traffic seems to be flowing with greater acceleration and with less obstruction. An ordinance passed by the Council relating to trucks double-parking has alleviated this condition, ^especi- ally during the traffic peak-hours. On the whole, at the present time, I would venture to say that the traffic problem has definitely improved and I am sure will eventually be conquered. I recommend, however, that in Fiske Square that traffic be operated on the "Stop and Go" signal with arrows, synchronized with the signal at Bank and Park Streets during the heavy traffic hours. Also there should be a pedestrian button installed with the system. When traffic is light a caution "flash- ing" signal could be operated which would allow cars to-inake left-hand turns if necessary. This would eliminate the "No left-turn" signs, .the traffic box in the middle of the intersection, and the constant patrol of an officer at this corner. At the same time it would control traffic during the rush hours and during the period when traffic was light. I 24 . Annual Report Report of the Police Department continued- In concluding I wish to express my sincere appreciation to the Mayor and Municipal Council for their continued cooperation and interest in the work of this department. For their great assistance I want to thank the State Police, the FBI, the Registry of Motor Vehicles and their staff, members of the Fourth District Court, the Justices, the Special Police Association and the police departments in near-by cities and towns who are always ready to help when needed. My most sincere appreciation goes to members of my own department who displayed great zeal and efficiency in maintaining law and order in Attleboro. Respectfully submitted, Peter J. Marron, Chief of Police VIOLATIONS OF THE LAW FOR WHICH ARRESTS WERE MADE VaCLATION MALE FEMALE Accessory after the fact 1 Adultery 4 1 Assault and Battery 19 1 Assault on a Police Officer 1 Breaking, Entering and Larceny 8 Carrying revolver without a permit 1 Default warrant arrest - 3 Delinquency, Juvenile 27 4 Disturbance of the peace ' 16 3 Drunkenness . - i 113 8 Evading payment of fare (taxi) 1 Forgery 2 Fornication 5 4 Fugitive from Justice 2 Getting woman with child 3 Indecent exposure 1 Larceny (Misdemeanor) 10 Larceny (Felony) 4 Larceny from a building 4 - Lewd and Lascivious in speech and behavior 4 Malicious injury to property 3 Neglected children 1 3 Neglect to provide 12 Operating a motor vehicle negligently 43 2 Operating a motor vehicle under influence 48 Peddling without a license 2 25 Annual Report Report of the Police Department Continued- Violations 1956- VIOLATION MALE FEMALE Possession of a switch knife 1 Rape 4 Receiving stolen property 2 Ringing False Alarm of Fire 3 Robbery 2 Surrendered by Probation Officer 1 Tramp 5 Unnatural Act 2 1 Violation of City Ordinance 1 Violation of Probation 21 1 TOTALS 380 28 1956 MOTOR VEHICLE VIOLATIONS VIOLATION '‘AA L E FEMALE Allow another person to interfere with operation of MV 9 Attaching plates assigned to another motor vehicle 3 Fail to dim lights on approaching another MV 1 Fail to have motor vehicle inspected 4 Fail to keep to the right 2 Fail to show license to other operator after accident 2 Fail to slow at intersection where view obstructed 1 Fail to stop for red light 6 Fail to stop for school bus 1 Fail to stop on signal of Police Officer 4 Fail to stop for "Stop Sign" 7 Giving False name’to Police O^'^iccr 1 Improper use of a spot-light 1 Leaving scene after causing personal injury 1 Leaving scene after causing property damage 9 Operating a MV without consent of the owner 3 Operating a MV without proper brakes 3 Operating a MV without a proper horn 1 Operating a MV without proper lights 2 Operating a motor vehicle without a license 20 Operating a MV without license in possession 6 Operating a MV without registration in possession 7 Operating a MV after revocation of license 2 Operating a MV after suspension of license 16 Operating a MV at an unreasonable rate of speed 54 Operating an uninsured motor vehicle 13 Operating an unregistered motor vehicle 10 Parking violations-violation of City Ordinance 53 Passing in a "No Passing" Zone 3 Passing where the view is obstructed 4 TOTALS 249 11 26. Annual Report Report of the Poltce Department continued- ^ DISPOSITION OF TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS Duplicates pf violations sent to Registry 69 Warnings jssued by this department (Traffic violations) 113 Licenses suspended by the Registrar 75 Licenses revoked by the Registrar 57 Registrations suspended by the Registrar 14 Registrations revoked by the Registrar 6 Rights to operate in Massachusetts suspended (Mass, Op, ) 22 Rights to operate in Massachusetts suspended (Out of state) 6 Licenses and rights to operate restored by Registrar 128 PARKING VIOLATIONS No-fix summonses sent to Clerk of Court 934 Court appearances for Parking Violators 57 Parking violation tags issued by this department 1458 PERMITS ISSUED Revolver or Pistol Permits (new and renewed) 212 $106, 00 Bicycle Registrations 328 82. 00 Amount turned into City Treasurer $1.88, 00 NUMBER AND NATURE OF AUTO ACCIDENTS 1956 Collision of M. V. with: All Accidents Fatal Non-Fatal Property Damage Pedestrian 19 0 19 0 Other Motor Vehicle 215 0 89 126 Bicycle 9 0 9 0 Fixed Object 68 0 40 28 Other Object 1 0 0 1 Overturn in Road-Way 1 0 1 0 Ran off Road-Way 5 0 3 2 Other Non-Collision 1 ^.0 1 0 TOTAL 319 0 162 157 NUMBER OF ACCIDENTS NUMBER OF INJURIES Month No, Fatal Inj. Property h Fatdt Total. Severe Minor Bike Ped, January 38 0 15 23 ‘ 0 23 4 19 0 2 February 35 0 16 19 0 23 1 22 1 0 1 March 39 0 13 26 0 22 1 21 0 1 1 April 20 0 7 13 1 0 11 0 11 0 2 May 31 0 13 18 0 13 0 13 0 3 June 23 0 9 14 0 11 3 8 0 2 i July 17 0 13 4 0 15 \ 2 13 2 2 August 20 0 12 8 0 16 1 15 3 3 September 21 0 15 6 22 1 21 3 0 \ 0 27 - - - Annual Report Report of the Police Department continued- NUMBER OF ACCIDENTS NUMBER OF INJURIES t Month No. Fatal Inj. Property Fatal Total Severe Minor Bike Ped. October 28 0 18 10 0 26 1 25 0 2 November 23 0 15 8 0 22 2 20 1 1 December 24 0 15 9 0 22 1 21 0 1 Totals 319 0 161 158 0 226 17 209 10 19 AC:CIDENTS - 1956 DAY OF WEEK AGES OF DRIVERS INVOLVED SEX OF DRIVERS Sunday 41 Under 16 -- 2 Male------455 Monday 50 16-19 ------74 Female------102 Tuesday 33 20-24 ------66 Wednesday 44 25-34 -— 151 Total 557 Thursday 49 35-44------= 111 Friday 64 45-54------— 72 RESIDENCE OF DRIVERS Saturday 38 55-64--- — 42 65-74 19 Attleboro 265 Total 319 75 and over------4 Outside- — ----291 Not stated ------16 Total Drivers----- 557 Total 557 Accidents involving injuries or damage over $200 ------319 Accidents involving no injuries or damage unde>r $200------455 Total Accidents for 1956 774 APPOINTMENTS IN 1956 ERVIN W. CROOK appointed POLICE INSPECTOR April 1, 1956. ARMAND W. PELLETIER appointed REGULAR PATROLMAN November 11, 1956. JOSEPH PINTO JR. appointed REGULAR PATROLMAN April 29, 1956. FRANCIS J. HYNES appointed POLICE SERGEANT October 23, 1956 REINSTATEMENTS ROGER E. INMAN appointed RESERVE PATROLMAN May 13, 1956. RETIREMENTS SERGEANT JOSEPH F. O'DONNELL December 31, 1956 after 39 years service. i Annual Report Report of the Police Department continued- INSPECTOR'S DIVISION The Inspector's division under the supervision of our newly appointed Inspector, former Sergeant Ervin W. Crook, reports the following major crimes committed; in Attleboro which were investigated by his division during the year 1956. Accord- ing to procedure these crimes are reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation accompanied by finger-prints.: of all those apprehended: * V CRIME CLEARED BY ARREST Rape 5 4 Robbery 1 • ••• 1 Burglary 65 11 Larceny (Very $50) 54 8 Larceny (Under $50) 142 21 Auto Theft 13.- 7 29. Annual Report REPORT OF CITY FORESTER 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Municipal Council Gentlemen: The following report covers the work of the Forestry Department for the year 1956. Much time must be spent yearly by the Forestry Department in spraying. By carrying on this activity at three different periods during the year, we believe that we have helped reduce: the Dutch elm disease the tent caterpillar the Japanese beetle poison ivy plant The trimming of roadside brush, the removal of dead limbs, and the removal of diseased elms are always included in our work. The main emphasis this year has been the planting of shade trees. Although we have set out between one hundred fifty and two hundred trees, the demand for them still continues. There are no dissatisfied customers in this enterprise. Already we are receiving requests from new home = owners to be incliv(^ed in this program next year. It is a pleasure to add to the beauty of Attleboro and to the value of property by this plan. The cases of sleeping sickness in nearby communities during the summer of 1956 have focussed the attention of our citizens upon the necessity and the im- portance of spraying for mosquito control. While a certain amount of protection against this danger can be carried on by this department, the major part of mos- quito control must be aerial spraying. It is the earnest hope of the Forestry De- partment that an adequate appropriation for this project will be forth coming. As superintendent of this department, I wish to express my appreciation to the Mayor, the Council, and the home-owners of Attleboro for their continued support. Respectfully submitted, Warren P. Hofmann City Forester 30 . . Annual Report REPORT OF THE RECREATION COMMISSION 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Honorable Municipal Council During the year 1956 all the athletic fields and playgrounds in the charge of the Recreation Commissioners were maintained in good condition, and the ordinary work of the department was carried on. Hayward Field was in excellent condition for High School games during the season, and was also used for Graduation exercises in June. We received the usual favorable comments about the condition of the field. The fact that the bleachers provided ade- quate seating facilities for the parents and guests also was praised, Cop^siderable work was necessary to prepare the bleachers for the geas^pn's activit'ies Additional use of the field was made by an adult archery group--also by the younge people for their model airplane activities. Horton Field received the usual attention and was used for baseball and soft-ball during the Spring and Summer season. The bleacher there also was repaired and painted. Finberg Park, South Attleboro, Hebronville, Dodgeville fields were in fair con- dition, and were used largely for Little League, Briggs Playground activities were handled in the usual able manner under the -leadership of Howard Rounseville, assisted by Rosalind Kenny, Gerard Gravel and Guy Liberatore. Mr. Ray Cooney had classes there for swimming instruction. Spon- sored by the Red Cross these classes were well attended and have proven very help- ful for the children during the summer months. The season ended with the Water Festival late in August. Prizes were awarded and refreshments were served. The fields were maintained by William Corrigan and William Guilbeault. Respectfully submitted, William Liddell, Jr. , Chairman Frank Miller Thomas Dube Walter White 31 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT 1956 To His Honor, the Mayor and the Municipal Council: Your Fire Department submits their Annual Report for the year 1956 and recommenda- tions for the year 1957. The Department has responded to the following alarms: Alarm by Boxes 78 Assembly Calls 4 Still Alarms 511 593 CLASSIFICATION Automatic Sprinklers 15- Gas Leak 4 Automobiles 29 Inhalator 6 Broken Water Pipes 3 Mutual Aid-Parade 4 Brush 227 No Fire 35 Buildings 52 Oil Space Range 10 Chimneys 11 Old Lumber 1 Christmas Lights 2 Overheated Furnace 1 Dump 27 Out of City 3 Electric Motors 4 Power Oil Burner 17 Electric Wires 4 Refrigerator 2 Electrical Appliances 14 Rescue Animal 6 False 14 Rescue Person 1 Fence 1 R. R. Bridge Trestle 3 Fireworks 1 Rope Flag Pole 17 First Aid 16 Skivage 2 Flood Pond 2 Syphon 4 Flushing: Gas, Oil, Acid 20 Wet Ball Field 2 Gain Entrance 29 TOTAL CALLS 589 Assembly Calls 4 593-. Hose laid 17, 250 ft. 2 1/2 inch; 4, 350 ft. 1 1/2 inch; raised 2,828 ft. -of ladders. Boat 1. Booster 354. Foam 1. Pyrenes 14. Water Cans 387. 4 Dry.Powder Ext. 2, 850 Brush Fire Hose. Out of City: North Attleboro, Mass. (2). Norton, Mass (1). Norton, Rehoboth, and Seekonk helped us once. 3 Deaths 3 Oxygen tanks used. 32 . Annual Report Report of the Fire Department continued- FIRE LOSS Value of Buildings at Risk $ 2, 106, 800. 00 Value of Contents at Risk 2, 876, 650. 00 $4, 983,450. 00 Insurance on Buildings 9, 360, 150. 00 Insurance on Contents 2, 756, 200. 00 12, 116, 350. 00 Estimated Loss on Buildings 24, 597. 66 Estimated Loss on Contents 17, 145. 95 41, 743. 61 Insurance Paid on Buildings 24, 467. 66 Insurance Paid on Contents 16, 145. 95 40,613. 61 Loss Not Covered by Insurance 1, 130. 00 REPORT OF AMBULANCES FROM JANUARY 1, 1956 UNTIL JANUARY 1, 1957. Month No, of Calls Gals, of Gas Miles Traveled January 63 66 451 February 47 72 488 March 67 115 615 April 60 98 658 May 72 ‘ 112 831 June 56 82 603.4 July 54 103 .726 August 60 144 U\9 September - 60 92:-- 622 October 63 96 574 November 51 118 722 December 57 125 854 710 Calls 1, 223 Gal. of Gas. 8, 263. 4 Miles Traveled HOURS OF SERVICE AND OXYGEN TANKS USED Month Hours Minutes Oxygen Tanks Used January 70 19 0 February 52 33 8 March 66 48 2 April 69 51 4 May 76 47 14 June 57 51 8 July 66 23 6 August • 77 3 8 September , 56 17 5 October 53 29 1 • November 57 55 5 December 66 7 7 771 Hours 23 Minutes • 68 Tanks 33. Annual Report Report of the Fire Department continued- REC0MMENC)ATI0NS Listed below are the amounts the Board of Fire Engineers feel proper for the different positions and ranks in the Fire Department for the year 1957. We recommend that the pay of the officers be raised a sufficient amount in order that there will be a greater difference between the grades of Firefighters and Captains Captains and Deputy Chiefs; Deputy Chiefs and Chief. Salary and Wages 1956 Recommended - 1957 Chief $ 4,650. 00 5, 500. 00 Deputy Chiefs 4, 000. 00 4, 800. 00 Captains 3, 800. 00 4, 400. 00 Mechanic 3, 800. 00 4,400. 00 - Men Per Week- 70. 00 5, 082. 00 (Approx. $77. 00 wk. ) Maintenance of Equipment Expended in 1956 Recommended - 1957 Autos 5, 489. 31 5, 000.00 Stations 4, 120. 51 4, 500, 00 Hose 2, 000, 00 3, 000. 00 Apparel 2, 653. 70 4, 000. 00 ($50. 00 each) All Other 534. 82 500. 00 • Other Expenses Light S93. 06 1, 000. 00 Telephone 929 58 1, 000. 00 Water 142. 96 200. 00 Fuel 4, 369. 69 5,000.00 Office 200. 00 200. 00 Snow Expenses 342. 59 Out of State Conference 75. 00 200. 00 Repairs to Station s South Attleboro Station $500. 00 500. 00 Annual Report Revenue Revenue from issuing permits amounted to 263. 50 1 Fireworks Permit issued to City 0. 00 263. 50 A check in the amount of $34. 86 was turned over to the City Treasurer from H. K. & O. P. Richardson Co. from an insurance policy taken out on a car loaned as a Chief's car. FIRE PREVENTION The officers and men of the Attleboro Fire Department have made many inspections during the past year. Schools, rest homes, kindergartens, and hospitals are inspected monthly. Stores, business establishments, and factories have received some inspections. Many complaints have been received and investigated. Where hazards were found, the proper authorities were notified to rectify same. This year a great deal more fire prevention work was done during Fire Prevention Week than ever before, with the help of the Mayor and the Committee he appointed for this work. Fine assistance was given us by the Chamber of Commerce, also by local insurance agencies. We especially mention the Bay State Club of Boston, Mass. This organiza- tion furnished us with pictures and advertising material that was used by the officers and men of the department in schools, clubs, the hospital and other organizations along with their fire prevention talks. Mr Fred Hargreaves of the Bay State Club was especially helpful to us. The newspapers. Radio Station W. A. R. A. , churches, clubs, the hospital and many others helped our fire prevention program to be the success that it was. Through the courtesy of the Attleborough Savings and Loan Association, we were able to have a window display for the public to view. The Deputy Chiefs made many inspections during Fire Prevention Week aided by the Captains and men of the department. Harold Wellman, assisted by some of the Firefighters showed pictures to various groups. If it were possible, we would recommend that all factories and mercantile buildings be inspected regularly. However, at the present time, we do not have the man power to do this. Most of the inspections done during Fire Prevention Week was through volunteers who reported in on their own time to make these inspections. 35 . Annual Report Report of the Fire Department continued- The establishment of a Fire Prevention Bureau to have charge of all inspec- tions, with men assigned for daily checking, would do much to reduce the fire haz- ards. AMBULANCES The Sturdy Hospital Ambulance that is operated by the Department, with men assigned from the Fire Department has answered many calls during the past year. We have received many fine compliments about the efficiency of the men on the Simbulance. The Department is reduced two men at all times due to this assignment. To operate the ambulance on a seven day basis, it takes seven men out of the Depart- ment. ' Often during the past year the two ambulances have been in use at the same time. Several times this past year the two ambulances have been out when calls were received and the Chief's car has been used as an emergency ambulance. Numbers of Calls- 710 Hours of Service----- 771 Hours-23 minutes Oxygen Tanks Used -68 AUTO ACCOUNT ( This account has been very small for the number of motor equipment pieces in this department that must be maintained. This account includes all repairs and replacements, also the gasoline account. More money should be appropriated to this account. STATIONS ACCOUNT- The Station Account is too small to make any major repairs. This account included all supplies and equipment purchased both at the stations and equipment on trucks. It has been used for the maintenance of radio equipment as we do not have a radio account. HOSE ACCOUNT It will be necessary to appropriate more money in this account to purchase the same amount of hose as usual, due to increased prices. APPAREL ACCOUNT We recommend that this account be increased so as to allow each man $50. 00 for uniforms of which some things have to be Replaced each year. The price of uniforms and pants are very high. We do not ccJnsider that $30. 00 is enough to keep the uniforms neat at all times. 36 . Annual Report Report of the Fire Department continued- At li OTHER ACCOUNT The All Other Account we recommend to be $500. 00. In case of injuries or doctors bills, it will be necessary to request payments as in the past, by special appropriation. OTHER EXPENSE APPROPRIATIONS LIGHT ACCOUNT We recommend the Light Account to be $1, 000, 00 TELEPHONE ACCOUNT We recommend the Telephone Account to be $1, 000. 00 WATER ACCOUNT We recommend the Water Account to be $ 200, 00 FUEL ACCOUNT We recommend the Fuel Account to be $5, 000. 00 OFFICE ACCOUNT We recommend the Office Account to be $ 200, 00 RECOMMENDATIONS 1. We again recommend that some immediate action be taken to house the apparatus in the center of the city. The 85 foot aerial ladder truck stationed at Hebronville Station should be located near the center of the city. The many times this truck has to answer alarms from the Hebronville Station to the center of the city should be considered. (Unnecessary wear and tear). 2. We again recommend that consideration be given for an additional Fire Station in the South Atjileboro section; nearer the state line, where the city is growing very fast in hollies and industry. The value of property in this location has increased greatly. 3. We recommend that some means be found to supply water for fire pro- tection at the H. &W. Warehouse and factory, now owned by Cumberland Engineer- ing Company. The water supply here is very inadequate. 37 , Annual Report Report of the Fire Department continued- REPAIRS 1. We recommend that an appropriation be made for repairs to the stations the same as the last two years. $500. 00. NEW EQUIPMENT ‘ 1. We recommend that another new pumping engine be purchased as soon as possible to replace a 1926 Ahrens-Fox 750 gallon per minute pump. This pump has cost considerable money the past year to keep it in service. 2. We recommend that a new supply truck be purchased to replace a 1941 Ford Pickup Truck. This truck is in bad condition and should be replaced at once. $2500. 00 3. We recommend that power steering be installed on Engine #3 which was pur- chased in 1955. We find that power steering is a great help*4n handling fire apparatus. $285.00 4. We recommend that an appropriation be made for the purchase of rubber coats. Some need to be replaced each year. Last year we did not have an appro- priation. We need some this year. We recommend that an appropriation be made for them. $400. 00. ^ 5. We recommend that more money be appropriated this year for the pur- chase' of 2 1/2 inch knd 1 1/2 inch rubber lined fire hose. For several years we have tried to purchase one thousand feet (1000') of 2 1/2 inch hose and five hundred feet (500') of 1 1/2 inch hose. This is the approximate amount we should replace each year. The last two years, due to rise in price, we could not keep up our re- placements. We have been receiving $2, 000. 00. We recommend that this amount be increased and that the amount of $3, 000. 00 be appropriated. 6. We recommend that an appropriation be made for the purchase of some more brush fire hose, 1 1/8 size. We recommend that one thousand feet (1000') be purchased this year and that the amount of $600. 00 be appropriated. 7. We recommend that an account be set up either in the Fire Department or the Electrical Branch of the Fire Department for radio account. With the whole Department now equipped with radio, we certainly should have an account solely for radio expenses. 8. We recommend that a boat and an outboard motor be purchased for rescue work. i 38. Annual Report Report of the Fire Department continued- SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS 1^56 Expenditu'res Repairs South Main Street Station $6450. 00 New Chief's Car and Equipment Chevrolet $2255. 00 (Carried over from 1956) Buick $2287.00 Radio Communications Civilian Defense City Appropriation: $13,647.55 $6823,78 Spent Medical Bill Walter P. Kraczkowski $ 500. 50 APPRECIATION We wish at this time to express our appreciation to all who aided and assisted us in the past year. As always, the Police Department has co-operated and assisted us in per- formance of duties. We thank His Honor, the Mayor, Cyril K. Brennan, Members of the Municipal Council and the Police and Fire Committee for granting our bequests to improve the Department for the protection of our Public. ATTLEBORO FIRE DEPARTMENT BOARD OF ENGINEERS Hiram R. Packard, Chief Charles G. Thomae, Chairman John W. Wolfenden, Clerk Hayward H. Sweet 39. Annual Report REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF FIRE ALARM 1956 # To the Board of Fire Engineers Fire Department City of Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Sirs; \ I herewith submit my report of the activities of the Electrical Branch of the Fire Department for the year ending December 31st, 1956<, During the year, the following obsolete type boxes were replaced with new ones-Boxes 54- 57-6 14-3 18-67-69o New boxes were installed as follows; Box 3341 New Balfour addition Box 8121 Attleboro Refinery, East Street Box' am- J. M, Fisher Co, , East Street Box 4141 Corner Union and School Streets Box 2711 Thompson Chemical Co. , Bliss Ave. --These are not Box 2712 Thompson Chemical Co. , Bliss Ave. --master Boxes. Box 6214 Handy Street (Opposite House #317) Box 9121 Attleboro Refinery, Union Street. A total of 318 service calls were made on the various private box locations with Underwriters* engineers. Necessary test and adjustments being made at the time. During the year six boxes were burned out at various times thru the falling of high tension lines upon our wires. One box #72 was lost by contact with a motor vehicle. This accident demolished the supporting pedestal and lighting standard. The burn-outs we have experienced are a good example of the danger and what can happen by contact with high tension wires on overhead construction on our highways. A start should be made to create an ordinance making it mandatory for the utilities to place a .snrall percentage of their overhead lines underground each year. Past experience in this city has shown in two different instances that when the connected load was too heavy for the existing 2300 volt feeders the power company stepped the voltage up to 4150 volts. This method is used to step up the capacity of their existing lines and renders approximately three times increase in capacity to them. They are now contemplating changing the present voltage of 4150 volts on Park Street to 13, 500 volts for the purpose of alleviating a low voltage condition in the town of Rehoboth. This method is the most inexpensive manner of correcting low voltage conditions and if something in the legislative line is not done to prevent such construction, they will go on increasing the voltage with no regard to public safety of the property of others. 40 . Annual Report Report of the Superintendent of Fire Alarm continued- Through the use of matching Civilian defense funds two way radios were pure chased and installed on the various motor vehicles of the department. A remote radio control station was installed in the Twin-Village Station and a circuit cor^:- structed between Union Street Station and the Twin-Village Station. This completed the tying in of all stations on the remote circuit thereby making the department in- dependent of any other source of comnyinication. A new terminal box was installed at the South Attleboro Station to take care of the Fire Alarm and radio wires entering the station. Many feet of new cable was installed in the center toward the completion of the installation of red lights on all the underground boxes. Box 4 and box 33 were so equipped. The preceeding is a brief outline of some of the functions performed by this department. Our outside lines are in good condition at this time due to the fact that as a regular part of our maintenance work, many miles of old worn out wire and cross arms have been replaced. Much work was accomplished in the trans- fer of our equipment from old to new poles as they were renewed by the utilities. Tragedy struck this department on November 7th. At 4:30 A. M. , while in the process of installing Christmas Lighting, Charles T. Videto, Jr. fell from our aerial ladder on North Main Street to the sidewalk and from injuries sus- tained, passed away at 3:30 A. M. at the Sturdy Memorial Hospital. "Charlie” will always be remembered by all who knew him as being always ready to give of his time and effort toward any public function. As I have mentioned in my yearly reports many previous times this work should not be done by the members of this department. This work should be done by being placed out for bids and the work done by professional service as was done before World War II. The lives of men who have had years of service in gaining knowledge in the operation of the system are exposed by tl\e work of installing the Christmas Decorations every minute they are on the highways. Because of this danger to personnel many cities have placed a ban on this type of work. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 1957 Conditions in regard the Fire Alarm Headquarters are at this time in the same catagory as previous years--nothing has been done. To save space and time I again refer to my recommendations as listed on Page 49 of the 1949 An- nual Reports of the City of Attleboro. The department car now in use by the Assistant Electrician is in very poor mechanical condition and should be replaced with a new one. If and when a new one may be purchased, I would recommend that a station wagon type be purchased. The worth of a car of this type has been proven by both the Police and Fire Depart- ments during the past two years. 41 . Annual Report Report of the Superintendent of Fire Alarm continued- At this time, I request that something be done toward establishing a rate of salary for the members of this department which would be comparable with that of men who are employed in our type of work in other cities thru out the country. I wish to extend my thanks and appreciation to His Honor, the Mayor, the Municipal Council, all City Departments and all who have contributed their assistance in the operation of this department for the past year of 1956. Respectfully submitted, William S. King, Superintendent of Fire Alarm Electrical Branch Fire Department 42 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF WIRES 1956 To His Honor, the Mayor and the Municipal Council, City of Attleboro, Massachusetts. Gentlemen: I herewith submit the annual report of the Wire Inspection Department for the year ending December 31st, 1956o During the year, permits issued and inspections were made as follows; ELECTRICIANS NEW SERVICES INSPECTED TOTAL JANUARY 107 56 163 219 FEBRUARY 144 56 200 267 MARCH 116 44 160 214 APRIL 121 30 151 202 MAY 267 81 348 464 JUNE 81 30 101 135 JULY 69 33 102 136 AUGUST 62 27 89 119 SEPTEMBER 85 34 119 149 OCTOBER 114 35 149 199 NOVEMBER 119 46 165 220 DECEMBER 61 31 92 123 1,342 503 ' 1,849 2,447 From July 1st, 1955 to July 1st, 1956 the Attleboro Electric Company con- tributed toward the cost of installation of 100 ampere services both in old and new residences and by so doing went a long way toward cleaning up a vast numV " ber Qf nid overloaded and unsafe service entrances. As of July 1st, 1956, this departrnent requires that 100 ampere services be installed in all new residences and equal services in old and multiple dwellings. This type of work is nation wide and is done to properly feed the electrical equipment and do away with overloaded l, and unsafe services. In order to correct a low voltage condition in the town of Rehoboth, the Attleboro Electric Company is contemplating increasing the voltage of their primary feeders along Park Street from the existing 4150 volts to 13, 500 volts. This is an extremely high voltage to be allowed on a public highway in regard to the safety of the travel- ing public. To correct this type of construction on our public highways I again make the suggestion that an ordinance be enacted making it mandatory for the utilities to place a certain portion of their overhead lines underground. This is costly but has been done and is being done by many Massachusetts towns and cities. A determined percentage of the overhead lines are placed underground each year in a plan of this nature. At this time I wish to extend my thanks to His Honor, the Mayor, the Municipal Council and all who in any way contributed toward to operation of this department for the year 1956. William S. King, Electrical Inspector 43. Annual Report REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS 1956 { To His Honor, the Mayor and Municipal Council: I herewith submit my third annual report of the Building Inspector for the year 1956. The total number of permits issued 570 A difference over 1954 of 24 The estimated value of permits $3, 519, 739. 15 An increase in value over 1954 of $1,692, 140. 15 Part of this increase was due to the addition to the Sturdy Memorial Hospital of $1, 159, 000. 00 And for St. Theresa's Church, Washington St, , The amount paid to the City Treasurer ------$ 2, 483. 00 An increase in fees paid of $ 535.00 RECOMMENDATIONS I 1. I again want to bring to your attention that the Building Laws, as printed, should ^ be amended and brought up to date with present day construction. Many changes can be made for improvements. 2. Some of the things that in my opinion should be changed are: Ordinance of fences, especially chain link fences. Size of floor timbers. Boarding in of buf Some plywood should be prohibited or not used at all. If used, some regulation should be made on size pi thickness. Fee charged for building permits for houses should be $10, 00 flat. Applications are made for permits for $5, 000, 00 to $10, 000. 00, houses that cost much more. 3. I recommend that the Expense Account of the Building Inspector be increased to at least $175. 00 We need more files at once. 4. I recommend that the salary of the Building Inspector be increased to at least $1, 200. 00 with the great amount of work that has to be done. 5. I recommend that the salary of the part time clerk be increased to at leasfe $1,600.0Q. She is required to put in extra hours many weeks, due to the increased amount of work to be done, i 44 , 6. I recommend that ‘Something be done to separate the Building Inspector from the Fire Chief's position. I find that there is too much work in the Building Inspector Department to carry on the Fire Chief's position as it should be, in conjunction with the Building Inspectors work, without some help. 7. I recommend that arrangements be made for the inspection of elevators, by appointing some one to do this work. It is impossible for me to make these inspections any longer. Along with this recommendation, an ordinance should be adopted for a fee for these inspections. Other permits issued are covered by a set up fee. Most all cities that I know about, charge so much for each inspec- tion. The state law requires that elevators be inspected at least once a year. At this time, I wish to express my appreciation for the assistance given me by the Mayor, City Council and for the advise given me by the City Solicitor; the coop- eration of the Planning Board and the Board of Appeal; the Zoning Board, Wire In- spector who have all assisted me on numerous occasions. I also want to thank the Deputy Chiefs and anyone who has assisted me in any way. Respectfully submitted, Hiram R. Packard Building Inspector 45 . 570 (• W w o H O K W Dd c; HH r o o 03 nd H o O J33 05 H-* CD CJI 05 Annual Report REPORT OF THE PARK DEPARTMENT 1956 To the Park Commissioners Attleboro, Massachusetts Gentlemen: I present herewith my eleventh annual report as Superintendent of Parks. The year 1956 was one of very erratic weather. The winter was cold with late snows. The Spring was cold and wet and then summer was short and dry. Fall seemed very short and then we were into winter again. All in all 1956 seemed like a very short year. The attendance at the Park was exceptionally good and we are attracting more people every year. We have added thirteen acres in the past three years but in spite of this our facilities are inadequate to handle the crowds. The year was high lighted by the erection of a bear house and yard and the acquisition of Frosty who was the gift of Harry London, William F. Walton, Pierre Lonsbury, Edwin F. Leach and Philip Leach. I wish at this time to extend my sincere thanks to these gentlemen. Frosty has taken over as the number one attraction at the Park. Mr. Alfred Morse donated four beautiful macaws to the Park and they make a most colorful addition to our bird collection. Mr, William Green of Fairlee, Vermont gave us four flamingoes, 2 ibis, and 2 screamers. These birds all help to make our zoo one of the best small ones around. The maintenance of our grounds and flower beds brought many favorable com- ments from visitors to the Park. We have almost completed the trimming of the trees damaged in the 1954 hur- ricane. The loss of trees by the lag of two years in doing this work out of our current appropriations cannot be measured in dollars and cents. The lack of water for irrigating our lawns, trees, flowers and shrubs is our most serious handicap. It is not only the fact that during the dry summer months our lawns are an unsightly brown but every year we lose trees and shrubs due to a lack of water. There are three solutions to this problem: 1. City water could be piped into an irrigation system if we had sufficient water, however at this time there is not enough water available. 47 , Ann ual Report Report of the Park Department continued- 2. We could drive our own wells and put in pumps. Two locations have been spotted in the Park where this could be done. 3. It has been suggested by the Mayor that a pump could be put on the well at Third and Mechanic Street. This would mean laying 4" or 6" pipe from the well to the Park but it is a solution. No matter how we get the water or from whatever source, this situation should be taken care of. I believe that a fair estimate of the loss of shrubbery, trees and lawns in the Park since we have started asking that something be done about water would be close to $12,000. This is a staggering figure and would more than pay the cost of providing water for irrigating purposes. Figures covering the cost of operating this department are included in the Au- ditor's report and I see no reason for duplicating them in this report. I wish to publicly thank the other departments of the City that have assisted the Park Department during the past year. Without their co-operation many projects would have had to wait. Respectfully submitteiJ, Robert W. Sharkey, Jr. Superintendent 48 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE ATTLEBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY 1956 To the Mayor, Cyril K. Brennan and the City Council of the City of Attleboro, Mass. Gentlemen; Great interest during the year 1956 was shown in the Library. One thousand and fifty four new borrowers were registered in the year, which attest to the need and interest which the people of the city have for a library. The reading habits are worth note; children want books on science, technology, history, and travel. Adults noted a gain in the social services, technology, handicrafts, biography, and in the periodicals. The music room shows a circulation of about twice that of the previous year. The trend as you will note, even with the children is toward more serious reading, or for learning. College students come to the library for study and research and where the atmosphere lends for helpfulness. Last summer in order that a complete inventory could be taken, the library was closed for two weeks. Out of the 75, 000 volumes listed, it was found that 1300 adult books and 335 children's books could not be accounted for. While these are many, the percentage was lower than usually turns up in other communities. Literary hours were curtailed for lack of funds in our appropriation and a good deal of part time help had to be employed, which was much less efficient than a train- ed staff. The increasing number of persons taking special courses requires a trainer ed staff with the knowledge of handling and selecting this special material. Seryice . to industry calls for many hoursof ’sear ching and an understanding of material avail- able in the files. F<^r some time your Trustees h^ive been studying ways to increase space for the shelving of books, as the building w^s built to accomodate 25, 000 volumes and is now holding 75, 000, besides magazines, pamphlets and periodicals, all of which must be kept for reference work. Our progress is slow due to the cost of remodelling or ad- ding on to the main structure. However, we are still trying to find some way to gain some space as we are bursting at the seams. Mrs. Cavender, our Librarian, who had been with us for 29 years, felt the need for a well earned rest, and we regretfully accepted her resignation. Under her ad- ministration the library had a steady and healthy growth. Her ability and pleasing personality will be hard to replace and we who have worked with her and those who have benefited from her services, wish her well. The services of Mr. Rowell L. Waller were secured as Librarian to fill the vacancy of Librarian and comes to us from Providence Library with a background of experience which we feel will be most useful in this new assignment. To our staff who have so loyally supported all our endeavors and who have so graciously adjusted themselves to the new set up, we express our deep appreciation. 49 . Annual Report Report of the Attleboro Public Library continued- We wish to express our thanks to Radio Station WARA of Attleboro for their most generous gift of 800 recordings for 78 rpm. This has been a most welcome addition to our music collection and is being processed as rapidly as possible. To all who have made gifts of books, magazines, services and moral support, we say thank you very, very much. * Respectfully submitted, 4 i ’ f Trustees of the Attleboro Public Library J'oseph L. Sweet, Memorial Ethel H. Barden, Secretary To the Trustees of the Attleboro Public Library: To view the year 1956 in retrospect is in many ways like trying to explain a paradox. The work of the library was greatly accelerated. Reference questions were not only more numerous, but demanded more intensive as well as extensive staff knowledge. (Science fair projects in nuclear physics, suspended animation, etc. , etc. , cannot be tossed off by pointing to a shelf of encyclopedias. ) The increasing number of persons taking special courses on subjects that range from the proverbial A“-Z requires a staff skilled in the use of bibliographic tools. At the same time the routines of selecting, cataloging and processing new titles, and the shelving, the clerical routines, and the repair of many hundreds of books must be carried c. continuously. All these processes and the attendant services were interrupted during the summer by the taking of a complete inventory of the entire book collection of some 75, 000 volumes. This necessitated the closing of the library for two weeks during which no services were available to the public. It was hoped that the inventory might bring to light some of the volumes previously noted as absent-without-leave, or listed as overdue from too casual borrowers. The hopes were not substantiated however, for at the latest check there still remain over 1300 adult books and 335 children's books that are missing from the library collection. The inventory task was considerable and required additional personnel. Since the oft-requested position of a full time staff secretary had not been grant 2 d in the appropriation, more part time help was required, although this is less eco- nomical from the administrative point of view. In order to conserve the dwindling part time account for the balance of the year, it was necessary to make a readjust- ment of hours of service. Wednesday evening openings were eliminated and the main library was closed all day Tuesday, in order that the once-a-week service could be maintained at the several branches Full time staff members who were not branch librarians worked at routine tasks, but no public services could be given because there were not enough persons to Staff the circulation desks 50. ’ Annual Report Report of the Attleboro Public Library continued” This lessening of hours of service (9 hours on Tuesday, 3 hours on Wednesday) has of course resulted in a drop in total circulation of books- -119, 954 volumes loaned in 1956 vs, 122, 632 in 1955. In all there were 29 fewer days in which the library was open in 1956. However, the average daily circulation (248, 9 books at central) was higher. Although 2,678 fewer volumes were loaned in 1956, that number would have been accounted for in 10 out of the additional 29 days that the library was closed. Adult circulation gains were especially noted in the social services, in the field of technology and handicrafts, in biography, and in the circulation of periodicals. Children read particularly in science, technology, history and travel. The music room reports the circulation of re- cordings as nearly twice that of 1955 as well as books about music and biogra- phies of musicians. The library was the fortunate recipient of a collection of approximately 800 recordings for 78 rpm, as a gift from the local radio station WARA. These have been sorted and listed and although the cataloging has been delayed by staff short “ ages, over 200 are now available for borrowing. For these and other gifts of books periodicals, and recordings, and books given In Memoriam, the library expresses thankful appreciation. The physical needs of the building were given little but emer gency attention this year, in view of the prospective stack addition. The imperative need for additional space cannot be too strongly emphasised, as years of overcrow- ding not only damages valuable books, but gravely interferes with the service given to library users. The reports of the branch librarians call attention to needed repairs, and be- speak the consideration of some sort of mobile service as a solution to the handi- caps of tottering buildings and insufficient staffing. Fluctuating school registra- tions and programs react on the circulation at branches where the use is chiefly by children. Each branch librarian is making an effort to overcome the "school building hoodoo" that seems to scare adults away from branches located on school property. Apparently many adults do not realize that branches are library en- tities, planned for grown-ups as well as children, Tiiere are many avenues for better library service; there are new developments in equipment and techniques. The city of Attleboro will not be content to be ser'^^ed less ably than its considered resources will permit, for a well stocked, well staff-' ed library is a financial as well as cultural asset to any community, (one thousand and fifty-four new registrants in 1956 attest to the need and interest that the people of Attleboro have for a library). It is with anticipation of many interesting and stimulating developments in the field of library service, that I relinquish my duties as librarian since 1928. My successor, Rowell L. Waller, Jr., will, I am sure, inherit the loyalty and devoted efforts of the staff and t,he counsel ap^ cooperation of the board of trustees which have been given so genierously over the years. For the 29 years in which it has been my privilege well as duty, to try to make the Attleboro Public Library truly a source of information, recreation, and inspiration for the community, I express my deep appreciation and every good wish for the years to come. Respectfully submitted, Lucile P. Cavender Librarian 51, Annual Report Report of the Attleboro Public Library continued- COST OF OPERATIONS -1956 City appropriation 1956 Receipts Disbursements Salaries: Library Staff $34, 400 $33, 959, 41 Building Staff 3,100 3, 100. 00 Books and Bindery 7, 400 7, 827, 69 Micro Film 850 864, 57 Maintenance (Fuel, light and phone) 2, 225 2, 352. 57 Building repairs^' 2, 100 1, 736, 67 Supplies and Equipment 1, 500 1, 631. 38 Branches; Hebronville 400 336. 60 South Attleboro Village 250 229. 80 Tiffany 125 108. 04 Washington 300 285. 53 Other Operating Costs 635 412. 19 $53, 285, 00 $52,844. 39 Disbursements from Special Trust Funds in custody of Trustees 3, 230. 84 Total Operating Costs $56, 075. 23 ADDITIONS TO COLLECTION BOOKS Adult Juvenile BOOKS Adult Juvenile By Purchase 1, 262 792 By Type: By Gift 332 62 Religion and Philosophy 56 7 , 1,594 854 Sociology, Education, Total 2,448 and Government 139 35 Sciences, Pure and Pamphlets 1,128 Applied 193 100 Pictures and Post Literature, Music Cards 6,081 Art 285 32 Phono Records 229 History, Travel, Sheet Music 58 Biography 274 83 Micro film 43 Fiction 443 571 Others 204 26 1 ,594 854 Total 2,448 Estimated number of pictures December 31, 1956 184,441 52 , Annual Report Report of the Public Library continued- USE OF COLLECTION BOOKS LOANED: Adult Juvenile BOOKS LOANED BY TYPE: Central 30, 584 34, 6.33 Religion & Philosophy 1, 121 692 Branches Sociology, Education, Gov. 1, 324 3, 515 Hebronville 702 13, 924 Science, Pure & Applied 3,425 8,401 South Attle. Village 2,499 8, 999 Lit. , Music, Art 4, 749 2,688 Tiffany 266 12, 073 History, Travel, Biography 4, 079 7, 805 Washington 1. 252 11, 393 Fiction 16, 258 53, 829 Hospital 3, 242 387 Others 7, 589 4,479 38, 545 81,409 38, 545 81, 409 Grand Total 119, 954 Grand Total 119, 954 Central Adult Fiction 39% Maps 72 Central Adult non-Fiction 61% Pictures 4, 551 Phono Records 538 THE TRUSTEES Edwin F. Leach, President Mrs. William Gregory Mrs. Winthrop Barden, Secretary Frederick V. Murphy, Jr. Raymond F Horton, Treasurer George Nerney Mrs. Lewis Chilson Leland H. Smith Mrs. Arthur Conro THE STAFF Lucile P. Cavender, Librarian Dorothy I. Hannaford, Assistant Librarian Phyllis Berdos, Junior Assistant and Cataloger Bertha C. Bigney , Junior Assistant Alice M, Hoyle, Junior Assistant Edna Guillette, Children's Librarian Alice L Kingman, Senior Assistant Phyllis Thomsen, Loan & Stack Supervisor Marion B. Moore, Senior Assistant SPECIAL PART TIME ASSISTANTS AND PAGES As of Novembej:' 1956 Frances Boeker Mary Lou Newton Virginia Bonner Dorothy Robinson Bette Chase Caroline Rowell Suzanne Gagner Sandra Sauer Patricia Hutchinson Eleanor Scott E. Patricia McCoart Janet Whitfield Patricia McIntyre Patricia Whiting SENIOR BUILDING CUSTODIAN Herman P. Isele 53 . Annual Report TREASURER'S REPORT 1956 To the Honorable Cyril K, Brennan, Mayor Members of the Municipal Council: Receipts totaling slightly more than $5,000,000.00 and disbursements in ex- cess of $5, 000, 000, 00 were processed by the personnel of the City Treasurer's Office. This is approximately $900, 000. 00 more than was handled by this office two years ago in 1954. Salaries and v/ages amounted to $1, 884, 942. 19 and taxes withheld were $200, 861 70. The residue of payments consisted of Accounts Pay- ' able. In view of the fact that the number of employees has increased over a period of years, I believe that the Treasurer's Office should be provided with a payroll machine in order to speed up and increase the efficiency of our disbursement record system. This would also enable the staff of this office to give more time and effort' to Tax Title Redemptions, Tax Possessions and Bond issues of-the City. It IS hoped that future plans of the City call for separate offices for the City Clerk and Treasurer. Under the present crowded working and storage conditions the efficiency of each department is impaired. Enclosed is a report in detail of City Finances for the year ending December 31, 1956. Very truly yours, Edward J. Healey City Treasurer TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT as of December 31, 1956 CASH ON HAND----=---December 31, 1956 $ 403, 853.27, RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR OF 1956 TAXES: Levy of 1956 Poll $ 12, 758.00 Personal 141, 863. 56 Real Estate 1, 936. 629. 28 Motor Vehicle Excise 179, 804. 09 Levy of 1953-1954-1955 Poll 100. 00 Personal 00 o Real Estate 57,452. 78 Motor Vehicle Excise 14, 536. 23 2, 344, 601. 98 54 . Annual Report Report of the Treasurer continued- TAX TITLE REDEMPTIONS: Titles $ 11, 720. 19 Interest 742. 96 Deeds 66. 00 Land Court Examiner's Fee 36. 00 Recording 88. 50 $ 12, 653.65 TAX POSSESSIONS: Titles 2, 950. 00 Tax 54. 12 Deeds 42. 50 Recording 39. 25 3, 085. 87 COURT FINES: 273. 79 273. 79 FROM THE STATE: School Aid = Chapter 70 139, 900. 00 School Aid-Chapter 645 26, 312. 97 Income Tax 82, 768. 03 Corp Tax 209, 855. 38 Meal Tax 8, 907. 44 Smith Hughes-Geo, Barden Acct. 1, 269. 00 To Cities and Towns for Loss of Taxes 216. 07 Abatement to Para. Vets 165. 92 Reimbursement to Cities and Towns by F. C. D. A. 879. 97 Acct. of Vocational Education 12, 610. 78 Acct. of Dept, of Education Transportation 9, 530. 22 From Director of Standards 350, 00 492, 765. 78 LICENSES: Dog 3, 857. 00 Liquor 14, 620. 00 All other 1, 989. 40 20, 466. 40 PERMITS: Marriages 440. 00 Trailer Rentals 5, 252. 00 All Other 4, 021. 15 9, 713. 15 FEES: 3, 473. 85 3, 473. 85 55 . Annual Report Report of the Treasurer continued- MISCELLANEOUS: From Board of Registrars $ 17. 00 $ 17.00 ALL OTHER GENERAL REVENUE: Public Property 844, 00 Gift to City from Dodgeville Neighborhood Association 748, 53 Sale of trucks, etc. 1, 018. 56 2,611. 09 GRANTS AND GIFTS-FEDERAL: Old Age Assistance 144, 757. 64 Old Age Assistance Administration 6, 560. 65 Aid to Dependent Children 28, 053. 86 Aid to Dependent Children Admin, 3,687. 82 Disability Assistance 9, 648. 03 Disability Assistance Administration 541. 98 193, 249. 98 SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: Sewer 4, 689. 34 Curbing 7, 050. 76 Sidewalk 5, 891. 48 18, 098, 69 GENERAL GOVERNMENT: Collector Cost on Taxes 1, 450. 25 Cost on Water 251. 00 1, 701. 25 PARKING METER RECEIPTS: Street Parking 14, 524. 93 Off-street Parking 730. 31 15, 255. 24 PROTECTION OF PERSONS & PROPERTY: Sealer Weights & Measures Sealing Fees 290. 80 Police Dept, - Bicycle Registrations 78. 75 369. 55 HEALTH DEPARTMENT Dental Clinic Fees 160. 65 Licenses 363. 50 From the State 2, 343. 92 All other 3 35. 45 3, 203. 52 CHARITIES: General Relief Individual Board & Care 1, 027. 45 From Cities & Towns 7, 103. 94 From the State 19, 817. 55 56 , Annual Report Report of the Treasurer continued- Old Age Assistance From Cities and Towns 2, 394. 26 From the State 168, 243. 18 Aid to Dependent Children From the State 21, 563. 72 Disability Assistance From the State 13, 874. 24 Disability Assistance Admin. 217. 06 234, 241. 40 COMMISSIONER OF VET'S SERVICES; 31, 442. 82 31,442. 82 (Vet's Benefits) SCHOOLS: Tuition 4, 514. 73 Sale of Books and Supplies 200. 61 Use of Buildings 340. 00 Bus tickets 20. 20 All other 959. 27 6, 034. 81 - SCHOOL LUNCH U. S. A, ; 47, 798. 79 47, 798. 79 SCHOOL LUNCH RECEIPTS; 108, 809. 25 108, 809. 25 SCHOOL ATHLETIC RECEIPTS: 8, 572. 70 8, 572. 70 PUBLIC LIBRARY; F me s 1, 047. 37 All other 62. 59 1, 109. 96 PUBLIC SERVICES - WATER DEPARTMENT Water 220, 740. 83 Pipe and Labor 17, 544. 12 238, 284. 95 INTEREST; On Taxes 2, 054. 84 On Water 380. 08 Committed- 1956 1, 064. 80 Committed - 1955 48. 21 Betterments 48. 33 3, 596. 26 CURRENT TAX PAYMENTS; 200, 861. 70 200, 861. 70 (Withholding) 57 . A nnu al Report Report of the Tfreasurer cont inu e d = TRANSFERS: From Trust Funds 23,843. 84 From Attleboro Housing Authority 247, 042. 53 270, 886. 37 CANCELLATIONS AFTER CLOSING OF BOOKS FOR: 1955 General Relief 37. 30 Old Age Assistance 131. 45 168. 75 RECOVERIES: Old Age Assistance 7, 541. 09 Disability Assistance 499. 50 Old Age 207. 85 8, 248. 44 REFUNDS: Old Age Assistance 1,349. 91 Disability Assistance 200. 85 General Relief 1, 218. 03 Veterans Benefits 1, 566. 85 Aid to Dependent Children 326. 20 4,661. 84 OTHER REFUNDS: From Public Works Department 598. 45 From Park Department: Park Concession 300. 00 N. E. TeL & Tel. Co. 104. 52 From Fire Department 153. 65 For Christmas Lighting 86. 62 For Care of Prisoners 42. 00 From Insurances 8, 161. 07 From Probation Officer 43. 07 From Misc. Accounts 66.54 9, 555. 92 COUNTY DOG FUND: 2, 591. 49 2, 591. 49 U. S. TREASURY BILLS: Increase in value at maturity 1, 975. 00 1, 975. 00 ANTICIPATION NOTES: Interest 8, 802. 49 Proceeds 691, 197. 51 700, 000. 00 SALE OF WATER BONDS: Premium 1, 283. 60 Interest 613. 16 1, 896, 76 TOTAL RECEIPTS- = -- $5, 002, 278. 00 A.nnual Report Report of the Treasurer continued- REVENUE January 1, 1956 = Cash Balance 258, 483. 02 Receipts for the year 1956 5, 002, 278. 00 Payments for year of 1956 4, 856, 907. 75 January 1, 1957 - Cash Balance 403, 853. 27 NON-REVENUE January 1, 1956 Cash Balance 168, 567. 46 Bond Issues for 1956 424, 664. 00 Payments for year of 1956 293, 313. 34 January 1, 1957 - Cash Balance 299, 918. 12 TAX TITLE ACCOUNT Value of Tax Titles as of January 1, 1956 13,448. 57 1955 Taxes and Special Assessments with costs and interest 2, 767. 40 1956 Subsequent Taxes added to Tax Titles 4, 452. 16 20,668. 13 Less: Redemptions 11, 720. 19 Auditor's Adjustment 15. 16 Treasurer's Sale 693. 07 12, 428. 42 Tax Title Account Balance Januar y 1, 1957 8, 239. 71 TAX POSSESSION ACCOUNT Value of Tax Possessions as of January 1, 1956 16, 630. 63 Transfers from Tax Title Account 693. 07 Auditor's Adjustment 69.28 17, 392.98 Sales during 1956 673. 49 Tax Possession Account Balance - January 1, 1957 16, 719. 49 DEBT STATEMENT Gross City Debt, January 1, 1956 2, 170, 500. 00 Tax Notes Issued during 1956 700, 000. 00 Bonds Issued during 1956 424,664. 003, 295, 164. 00 Paid on above debt during 1956 896, 000. 00 Total Debt on January 1, 1957 2, 164. 00 3, 295, 164. 00 59. Annual Report Report of the Treasurer continued- Amount of Debt Author ized by Special Laws and not Subject to the Debt Limitation High School Addition Bonds 5, 500,00 000. Water Bonds dated August 1948 15, 000. 00 Extension Water Bonds, dated November, 1949 152. 00 000. Veterans' Housing Bonds, dated May 1949 160. 00 Junior High School Bonds, dated July 1950 280, 000. 00 Junior High School Bonds, dated February 000. 1951 150. 00 Water Bonds, dated February, 1954 120, 000 00 South End Junior H, S, Bonds dated April 1954 360. 00 South End Junior H. S, Bonds dated December 1954 360. 000. 00 Water 1955 201 . 000 . 00 Water 1956 dated February 1956 214,664. 00 Water Extension 1956 dated September 000. 1956 150, 000.00 2, 168, 164.00 Amount of Debt Subject to the' Debt Limitation Junior High School Bonds, dated August 1951 86vp00,00 Junior High School Bonds, dated November 1949 65. 00 Sewer Bonds, dated February, 1948 20 . 000 . 00 Sewer Bonds, dated September 1956 60, 000. 00 231, 000. 00 TOTAL BOND DEBT 2, 399, 164, 00 TOTAL DEBT AND AMOUNT OF DEBT TO BE PAID IN 1957 Amount of Debt On Prir^cipal On Interest Water 15, 000, 00 15, 000. 00 187, 50 Sewer 20, 000. 00 10, 000. 00 225. 00 High School Addition 5, 500. 00 3, 000. 00 no. 00 Veterans Housing 160, 000, 00 20, 000. 00 2, 625. 00 Water Extension 152, 000, 00 20, 000. 00 2, 280. 00 Junior H. S. , November, 1949 65, 000. 00 5, 000. 00 975. 00 Junior H. S. , June 1950 280, 000. 00 20, 000. 00 4, 590. 00 Junior H. S. , February 1951 o o o o o o 10,000. 00 1, 812. 50 Junior H. S, , August 1951 86, 000, 00 18, 000. 00 1, 290. 00 Water, February 1954 120, 000. 00 10, 000. 00 1, 955, 00 South End Junior H. S. April 1954 360, 000. 00 20, 000. 00 7, 000. 00 South End Junior H. S. , De- cember 1954 360, 000.00 20, 000. 00 7, 200. 00 60 . Annual Report Report of the Treasurer continued TOTAL DEBT AND AMOUNT OF DEBT TO BE PAID IN 1957 Amount of Debt On Principal On Interest Water - 1955 201, 000, 00 25, 000. 00 4,623. 00 Water - 1956 214,664. 00 15, 664. 00 4, 550, 30 Sewer - 1956 60, 000, 00 5, 000. 00 1, 322. 50 Water Extension 1956 150,000,00 o 1o |o 1 o 4, 050. 00 2, 399, 164. 00 226, 664. 00 44, 795. 80 Borrowing Capacity 1, 179, 719. 00 Debt subject to limitation 231, 000. 00 Borrowing capacity. January 1, 1957 948, 719. 00 REPORT ON TRUST FUNDS FOR 1956 CAPRON FUND INCOME ACCOUNT Cash on hand January 1, 1956 6, SOL 81 Received on investments during 1956 1,873. 37 Disbursements during 1956 5, 400. 00 Balance on January 1, 1957 2, 775. 18 PRINCIPAL ACCOUNT Cash on hand, January 1, 1956 30, 985. 36 Received on investments during 1956 781. 18 Disbursements during 1956 none Balance on January 1, 1957 31, 766. 54 PRINCIPAL ACCOUNT: Invested m 12,855. 41 Savings Banks 30, 985. 36 Savings & Loan Association 781. 18 Balance on January 1, 1957 44, 621. 95 MAURICE J. BAER FUND Principal Account 10 , 000, 00 Income Account on January 1, 1956 1, 122. 49 Received on Income during 1956 310. 34 Disbursements during 1956 250, 00 Balance on January 1, 1957 11, 182. 83 Annual Report Report of the Treasurer continued- NELLIE A. COOPER FUND Principal Account 1,000.00 Income Account on January 1, 1956 124. 21 Received on Income Account in 1956 3^. 98 Balance on January 1, 1957 1, 158. 19 FINBERG SCHOOL FUND Principal Account 5, 000. 00 Income Account on January 1, 1956 537. 88 Received on Income Account in 1956 141, 56 Balance on January 1, 1957 5, 679, 44 RUTH HOLDEN-ALICE HASKELL NURSING FUND Balance in Fund on January 1, 1956 7, 677, 73 Received on Income Account in 1956 232.04 Balance on January 1, 1957 7, 909. 77 EVERETT S. HORTON FUND Principal Account 7, 500, 00 Income Account on January 1, 1956 718, 75 Received on Income Account in 1956 225, 00 Balance on January 1, 1957 8, 443. 75 SOLDIERS ' BONUS TAX FUND Balance in Fund on January 1, 1956 13, 334. 34 Disbursement in year 1956 13,334,34 Balance on January 1, 1957 None (This balance was turned over to the City of Attleboro regular account to be used in building of the Band Shell in Capron Park), HELEN W. METCALF PRIZE FUND Balance in account on January 1, 1956 357.74 Received in account in 1956 4, 022. 38 Disbursements during 1956 4, 330. 72 Balance on January 1, 1957 49. 40 62 . Annual Report MARGARET SPANGLER TRUST FUND Principal Account on January 1, 1956 5, 148. 50 Received on Income Account in 1956 155. 42 Balance on January 1, 1957 5, 303,. 92 DEBORAH STARKEY FUND Balance in Fund on January 1, 1956 1, 835. 42 Received Interest during 1956 55. 45 Balance on January 1, 1957 1, 890. 87 S. M. STONE FUND Principal Account 10, 000. 00 * Balance in Income Account on January 1, 1956 1, 196.03 Received in Income Account during 1956 285. 27 Disbursements during 1956 225. 00 Balance on January 1, 1957 11, 256. 30 FLORENCE HAYWARD SWEET FUND Principal Account 10 , 000. 00 Balance in Income Account on January 1, 1956 2, 957„ 93 Received in Income Account during 1956 343. 15 Balance on January 1, 1957 13, 301. 08 WAR SAVINGS INVESTMENT ACCOUNT Balance in Fund on January 1, 1956 4, 629. 06 Received Interest during 1956 139. 91 Balance on January 1, 1957 4, 768.97 TRI CENTENNIAL FUND Principal-Invested ir\ ;Mf " Bonds-Maturity Value 1, 950. 00 Balance in Income Account on January 1, 1956 18. 97 Received Interest during 1956 . 56 Balance in Income Account on January 1, 1957 19. 53 Annual Report REPORT OF THE BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS 1956 To the Honorable Mayor and the Municipal Council City of Attleboro, Massachusetts Revenue received for Alcoholic Beverage Licenses $14, 770. 00 Revenue received from One Day Licenses 0 . 00 Revenue received for Common Victualler Licenses 144. 00 Revenue received for Lodging House Licenses 27. 00 Total Revenue Received $14, 941. 00 Total Number of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Year 1956 37 Total Number of Common Victualler Licenses for Year 1956 48 Total Number of Lodging House Licenses for Year 1956 9 LICENSE FEE FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL CLASS AS FOLLOWS: ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Innholder $500. 00 Class A Restaurant 550. 00 Class B Restaurant 500. 00 Tavern 335, 00 Package Goods 500.00 Fraternal Clubs 300,00 Retail Druggist Sec. #30A Lie. 150.00 WINE AND MALT BEVERAGES Innholder 00. 00 Restaurant 250. 00 Package Goods 225. 00 Common Victualler • 250. 00 FEE FOR SEASONAL LICENSES Club 110.00 48 One Day Licenses at $10.00 each 480.00 Very truly yours. Frank P. Cronan 9 Chairman Annual Report REPORT OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 1956 To His Honor, the Mayor, and the Municipal Council: I herewith submit the report of the Public Works Department for the year ending December 31, 1956. A very important improvement to the water distribution system was the re- placement of the old 6" water main in Maple Street between Pine Street and Brook Street with a new 12" line. This will furnish a greater volume of water to the in- dustrial area along Brook Street, The distribution system was increased by 8, 5 miles of new water mains placed by City forces and by the Contractor under the 1st and 2nd Bond issues. A new 12" line was installed from Knight Avenue to the new plant of the Thompson Chemical Company off Bliss Avenue, A new 12" connection was laid from the pumping station to the 12" water line feeding South Attleboro. This was necessary to aid in the replacement of the old non-standard fittings in the piping at the Pumping Station, Also to accomplish the change it was necessary to insert two 16" gate valves, one in the force main to the stand pipe and one in the 16" line to West Street, with the insertion of these two val- ves control of these lines is brought nearer to the Pumping Station. It became necessary to replace two stone culverts, one on Newport Avenue (Old Post Road) and one on West Street, east of North Avenue, The old stone cul- vert on Newport Avenue was replaced with 40 feet of 18" reinforced concrete pipe. This culvert was laid to a new grade allowing for a better runoff. The old stone culvert on West Street had started to fall in and it became necessary to replace it with two lines of 30" reinforced concrete pipe. The new culvert pipe should im- prove the run off in this area. A major Sewer main installation was completed in the County Heights section. The main Sewer line was laid in Thacher Street from County Street to the 24" cast iron main located near the Ten Mile River Culvert at the N. Y, , N. H. and H. R. R. and the prolongation of Summer Street sewer lines were installed in the side streets as far as grades would permit. This installation eliminated a very bad sanitary con- dition at the Tiffany School caused by inadequate sewage disposal area. Work was continued at the Luther Dam Reservoir area, consisting of the eli- mination of cesspools and replacement with septic tanks and sanitary drainage fields and the necessary learning and graveling of the areas disturbed in the process. After the installation of the new 12" water line in Maple Street between Brook Street and Pine Street the roadway was rebuilt and resurfaced with the Moto-Paver. 65 , Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- The major project for the Highway this year was the resurfacing of the various % streets damaged by the installation of sewer and water mains. The Cliff Street Bridge and the Deanville Road Bridge were repaired by the addition of new decks. RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that this year we replace several pieces of highway equip- ment that, because of their age, the maintenance costs are becoming excessive. Most important of which are the Street Sweeper and the Load Packer. Under new equipment this year, consideration should be given to the purchase of a Hydro-Crane or similar unit to be used for lowering pipe in trenches and mis- cellaneous hoisting work. Present use of the Back-Hoe to lower pipe is not desir- able from a satety stand point. With the equipment now used by the Highway Department, sanding of streets cannot be started until the streets are plowed out and the plows are removed from the trucks. If the department had a truck-mounted sander, this sanding operation would not be dependent upon the trucks used for plowing and snow removal and could be used to sand streets while the plowing is still going on. The purchase of a pneumatic truck-mounted catch basin cleaner is necessary to properly clean the catch basins especially in the areas where we have gravel aide- walks. This unit would also remove the large quantity of sand washed into the basins during the winter sanding operations. Maintenance of the sewer mam lines is becoming increasingly difficult because of the penetration of the root growth which impedes the normal flow of Sewage. A trailer mounted sewer cleaning machine could clean the mains in a safe and efficient manner. Thanks is extended to all City Department Heads, particularly Chief Marron of the Police Department and Chief Packard of the Fire Department, Mayor Brennan, and all members of the Municipal Council, all citizens who offered timely suggestions and especially to all personnel of this department without whose co-operation and sup- port the accomplishments of this year would have been impossible. Respectfully submitted, Russell F. Tennant Superintendent of Public Works 1956 - NEW CONSTRUCTION ^ Norgate Road 1000 feet **Walnut Street 900 feet 66 . Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- 1956 - NEW CONSTRUCTION **Todd Drive 985 feet **Sunset Road 500 feet **Sweetland Avenue 400 feet 1956 - RESURFACING Ashton Road 700 feet Payson Street 200 feet Tanager Road 350 feet Dewey Avenue 500 feet Newport Avenue (Old Post Road) 2800 feet Turner Street 3400 feet Mann Street 300 feet Lindsey Street 6000 feet James Street 300 feet Parker Street 300 feet Spruce Lane 1300 feet Starr Lane 1300 feet County Street 1200 feet Goff Street 300 feet Pike Avenue 6000 feet Steere Street 600 feet Tiffany Street 1500 feet Maple Street 2000 feet Fisher Avenue 500 feet Watson Avenue 700 feet Oak Hill Avenue 2600 feet Thacher Street 2200 feet Thirteenth Street 1100 feet Lexington Avenue 200 feet Prairie Avenue 500 feet Intervale Avenue 600 feet Cedar Street 200 feet Chestnut Street 650 feet Woodland Lane 400 feet ^Streets resurfaced with Moto Paver Machine **Gravel construction only. 67 . Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- DRAINAGE PIPE LINE CONSTRUCTION - 1956 9 Pipe Pipe Pipe Pipe Pipe 21"R. C. 18"R.C. 18"V. C. 15"R.C.12"R. U. M'H. John William St. to Ten Mile River 1210' 5 John William St. to Fisher St. 336 2 5 Thacher Street 785 490 9 12 Crossing Private land Knight Ave. to South Main St. opposite Bliss Ave. 100 Clifton St. at Winthrop Drive 127. 9 2 Totals 1210 336 100 785 617.9 IS 19 GRANOLITHIC SIDEWALKS & GRANITE CURBING - 1956 - Contractor John G. Walsh Contracting Co. , Inc. , Attleboro, Mass. Granolithic Sidewalks 3769. 03 Sq. yds. Granolithic Driveways 519, 46 sq. yds. Granite Curbing 3932. 70 ft. Granite Driveway Corners 70 Granite Curbing Reset 1029. 3 ft. BRIDGES, FENCES AND CULVERTS = 1956 Cliff Street Bridge - New Deck Deanville Road Bridge - New Deck Newport Ave. (Old Post Road) - 40' of 18" Reinforced Cone, pipe Replacing a Stone Culvert West St, near North Ave, - 120' of 30" Reinforced Cone, pipe Replacing a Stone Culvert, SNOW FENCES - 1956 County St. 1200 Kt. Wilmarth St. 200 Ft. Brown St, 700 Ft, Steere St, 100 Ft. Highland Ave. 400 Ft. Park St, 200 Ft. 68. Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- SNOW FENCES - 1956 Read St. 1200 Ft. West St. 300 Ft. Oak Hill Ave. 500 Ft. Commonwealth Ave. 400 Ft. Handy St. 500 Ft. Locust St, 800 Ft. Total 6500 Ft. SEWER CONSTRUCTION - 1956 12"V C lO'f V C 8" V C 6" V C M H John William St. to conn. @ Ten Mile River 1000. 05 8 John William St. to Thacher St. 1238. 12 6 Thirteenth St. 284. 76 565. 19 198. 28 7 Fisher St. 689. 05 5^75, 81 8 Mary St. 123. 75 236. 68 3 John William St. 779. 75 217. 44 5 Twelfth St. 329. 02 2 Intervale Ave. 251. 49 1 Cherry St. 480. 28 2 Thacher St. 562. 85 1521. 93 178. 74 13 Linden St. 478. 00 2 Linden Court 162. 77 1 Prairie Ave. 355. 20 167. 30 3 Lexington Ave. 151. 21 1 Cedar St. 240. 0 1 Chestnut St. 526, 92 177, 42 3 County St. 481. 48 3 > iv Walnut St. 802. 37 158. 07 4 69, Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- 12" V C 10" V C 8" VC 6" V C M H ^ Bliss Ave. 181, 90 1 East St. 163. 60 1 Robbins St. 23. 50 1 1000.05 2085.73 7412.92 280423 76 Total additions to sewer system 2, 52 Miles Miles of Main December 31, 1956 45. 31 Miles SEWER CONNECTIONS - 1956 Total Connections January 1, 1956 2400 Buildings Served 2612 Connections added during 1956 62 62 2462 2674 NEW SERVICES - 1956 Length Total Size Number in feet cost ( 3/4" 215 13,451'5" $20, 838. 99 " 1 6 1, 232’ 1,657. 70 " 232'6" 1 1 / 2 3 608. 38 " 2 2 165' 516. 54 4" 2 110 ' 829. 95 " 6 2 259’ 2, 053. 75 (Fire Services) TOTAL 230 15,449'11" $26, 505. 31 * * Thompson Chemical Company (not included in above) - Total Cost $11,327.62 8* 627. 12" C I Pipe " " 54. 4’ 10 ’ 6" 16. " (12" & 10" C I Pipe line within property forFire Service & industrial use) * 8" - 20 : Pipe 1-8" Service 26. ' 4" Pipe - 1-4" Service 28. ' 2" Pipe - 1-2" Service 392.6' 6" Pipe - 4-6" Fire Service ( 70 , 5 8 Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- SERVICE REPLACEMENTS - 1956 Length Total Size Number in feet cost 3/4" 20 449*2" $1,203. 76 1 1/4" 1 120' 136. 87 1 1/2" 1 52' 131. 83 2" 1 80' 296. 51 TOTAL 23 701'2" $1, 768. 97 HYDRANTS Total number of hydrants 12/31/56-“ = 1055 STREET LIGHTING (Number and kind of lights in use December 31, 1956) 100 C. P. 1513 $ 1. 50 each per-month-all night lights " II II II II II 250 C. P. 101 2. 333 " II II II II II 600 C. P. 40 5. 416 1500 M. V, U/G 60 91. 00 each per-year-one half night lights 1500 M. V. U/G 33 115.00 " II II II II II II " II II II II II II 1500 O. H. 66 95. 00 " II II II II II II 2100 M. V. 2 100. 00 MAIN LINE EXTENSIONS - 1956 Hydrants 6" Pipe 8" Pipe 10" Pipe 12" Pipe Green Hill Ave. 3 1413. McKay St. 224. 7 Roy Ave. 404. 3 Hope Ave. 416. 0 Wood Land Lane 1 457. 8 Blackstone Road 1 771. 3 Hatch Road 1 209. 7 Willett Drive 1 662. 9 Flora Road 3 782. 2 Benjamin Drive 1 795. 0 Bliss Ave. (Knight Ave. to 1 Bourne Ave. ) 563. 3 Bliss Ave. (Bourne to end of layout) 1 934. 9 Bourne Ave. 392. 5 Church St. 274. 6 Maple St. 1 2073. 71 495 Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- MAIN LINE EXTENSIONS - 1956 i Hydrants 6" Pipe 8" Pipe 10" Pipe 2" Pip Guisti Drive 1 693. 4 Essex Street 1 304. 6 Gregory Drive 1 345. 8 Veery Road 294. 0 Monhoe Street 1 211. 0 Holcott Drive 1 737. 2 Mawney Street 1 534. 0 Glendale Road 4 1326. 1 Natalie Drive 390. 1 Greenwich Street 4 1586. Ross Man Street 449. 3 Holly Street 461. 0 Woodbine Street 2 599. 7 Alder Street 1 378. 6 Westchester Drive 1 373. 5 66 . Baltic Street 222. 6 Pullman Avenue 1 497. 9 Gardner Avenue 1 450. 1 Jessie Avenue 246. 0 Laurier Avenue 143. 0 Hall Avenue 197. 0 Picard Road 1 768. 6 Twelfth Street 147. 7 1 7 (Fisher St. ) -Tondreau Ave. 480. Grant Street 3 1812. 5 Harvey Road 3 1267."'3 Collins Street 4 1138 Sturdy Memorial Hospital 1 323. 7 Purchase Street 1 154. 9 Dunham Street 442. 3 Carrier Avenue 249. 6 Edgewood Avenue 275. 3 Beagle Club Road 96. 0 Todd Drive Ext. 2 1025. Preston Road 1 412. 3 Invernia Avenue 204. 0 Lonsdale Avenue 1 63. 6 Powers Avenue no. 9 Gardner Street 748. 1 Palm Street 150. 0 Forest Street 1 Oak Avenue 2 1193. Cumberland Avenue 1 417. 2 Walnut Street 160. 4 72. 4 0 3 Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- Hydrants 6” Pipe 8” Pipe 10" Pipe 12" Pipe Walnut St. (So. Attleboro) 1 570. Pike Avenue 10 5644. Steere Street 1 618. 0 Lindsey Street (8 in North Attleboro) 10 5981. Elizabeth Street 1 Morey Street 1 Total 80 25291.20 8842. 60 7530. 40 3675. 80 Total Miles of water main 12/31/56 118. 75 EXPENDITURES - 1956 - PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Charges to December 31 , 1956 Administration: Superintendent's Salary $ 5800. 00 Asst. Engineers Salaries, etc. 13212. 03 Clerical Labor 9758. 94 Engineering Supplies 245. 98 Office Supplies 201. 92 Insurance 59. 40 Telephone 246. 70 Incidentals 58. 00 Electric Typewriter 455. 00 $ 30, 037. 97 Highway Division: Labor $141336. 44 Resurfacing 12786. 18 Drains 1471. 10 Street Sweeping 918. 51 Street Patching 5149. 06 Street Cleaning 111. 38 Sidewalks, Repair 1142. 88 Road Rollers 80. 19 Road Oil and Tar 5137.J^)' Bridges, Fences and Culverts 4094. f Insurance 5722. 36 Signs, Clock and Nos. 518.01 Snow and Ice 6501. 39 Incidentals 39. 05 Phones 596. 06 $ 185, 605. 13 73. Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued- Street Lighting $48, 190. 97 Water Division: Maintenance Payroll $55, 517. 14 Maintenance Material 1, 453. 55 New Meters 5, 360. 31 Services 18, 931. 16 Main Line Maint. 5, 642. 80 Shop and Barn 2, 930. 77 Insurance 2, 997. 75 Taxes 1, 004. 92 Incidentals 75. 44 $93, 913. 84 W-Main Line Extension 3, 500. 00 Special Main Line Extension 8, 589. 07 Water Mam Installations #1 44, 854. 77 Water Main Installations #2 89, 333. 29 Pumping Station Division: Payroll $17, 061. 12 Overtime 577. 51 Fuel 1, 106. 50 Oil 58. 36 Pumps 1, 539. 03 Boilers 45. 88 Cleaning Filter Beds 1, 268. 06 Care of Equip. , Grounds and Beds 8, 429. 74 Phone 479. 45 Incidentals 25. 20 Chemicals 2, 499. 24 Electric Power and Light 36, 063. 27 Wading River Gaging Station 850. 00 $70, 003. 36 Sewer Division: Filter Beds $ 8,531.43 Repair and Care 117. 57 Treatment Plant-Power and Maint. 9, 402. 94 $18, 051. 94 74. Annual Report Report of the Public Works Department continued* George Doucette Pension Account $ 1. 524. 31 Bert F. Madden Pension Account 867. 54 Trucks-Fire Damage Repairs 1955 Account 3, 382. 70 Emergency Labor Account 1, 800. 00 Equipment Replacement Fund 791. 32 New Equipment 6, 772. 87 Sanford Street Parking Lot 475. 20 Union Street Parking Lot 130. 08 Rubbish Collection Account 1, 150. 00 Oak Hill-Locust Drain 2. 28 Commonwealth Avenue Island Account CO o o 00 Davis Ave. and West St, Ditchings Accounts 258. 05 Tiffany School Playgrounds Imp. 1, 130. 87 Sidewalks and Curbing Special Account 38, 237. 77 Gasoline Dispensary Account 17, 688. 10 Repair Division-Material 22, 624. 20 Reservoir Const, and Land Purchase (Non Rev. ) 25, 679. 18 Inst, of Diesel Elec. Set 856. 50 Ashton Road Sewer 2, 447. 28 Tanager Road Sewer 271. 02 Park St. Sewer Extension 215. 12 Pleasant St. Sewer 2, 314. 54 Payson St. Sewer 50. 93 Garfield Ave. Sewer 351. 91 Dunham-George St. Sewer 24. 71 Rifle Range Maint. 17. 94 Thompson Chemical Co. Extension 14,,743. 31 Bliss Ave. Water Replacement 2,,§00. 00 Co. Fire Service Thompson Chemical 7,, 258. 85 Additional Well Field Development R 031. 04 East St. Sewer Extension 970. 40 Bliss Ave. Sewer Extension R, 003. 40 Trunk Line Sewer Bridge Account 173. 00 Sewer Construction (Non Rev. ) 56,, 857. 62 Sewer Construction (Rev. ) 13,, 100. 00 Luther Dam Fence Account 39. 66 Hebronville Drain Account 3,, 666. 83 Reservoir Const, (Rev. and Land Purchase ) 8,, 822. 31 Garage Reconst, and Additional Account 200. 00 Thacher Brook Drainage Account 350. 00 Parking Lot Surfacing Account 832. 00 Manchester Reservoir Const, and Land Purchase 55,, 435. 58 00 $893, (M 76 75. Annual Repor t Report of the Public Works Department continued- PUMPING RECORDS - 1956 f WATER CONSUMPTION Month Total Gals. Per Day Max Gals. Per Day Min. Gals Per Day Av, Gals. January 105, 986, 000 3, 988, 000 2, 155, 000 3,418, 900 February 100,689, 000 3, 963, 000 2, 118, 000 3,472, 000 March 108, 383, 000 4, 043, 000 2, 194, 000 3,496, 200 April 104, 719, 000 4, 039, 000 2, 208, 000 3,490,600 May no, 480, 000 4, 128, 000 2, 127, 000 3,563, 900 June 119, 467, 000 5, 106, 000 2, 067, 000 3, 982, 200 July 102, 840, 000 4, 475, 000 2, 112, 000 3, 317, 400- Augu st 125, 703, 000 4, 731, 000 2, 330, 000 4,054, 90a September 109, 025, 000 4, 673, 000 2, 171, 000 3,634, 200 October 118, 941, 000 4, 394, 000 2, 390, 000 3, 836, 800 November 117, 981, 000 4, 523, 000 2, 520, 000 3, 932, 700 December 117, 574, 000 4, 603, 000 2, 474, 000 3, 792, 700 Total 1,341,788, 000 * Minimum per-year Maximum per-year Total for year-1, 341, 788, 000 Gallons Average for year-3, 666, 000 Gallons per-day Maximum week of year-June 10-June 16 inc. 29, 992, 000 Gallons Maximum day for year-June 15, 1956 s 5, 106, 000 Gallons Minimum day for year-June 3, 1956 = 2, 067, 000 Gallons « 76, < < ) - - - ~ "o To o b ifi b i> o m CM o 0 m c 00 00 b CM CD c/3 1-H rH c~ CDm 05 1 ’-H •;:; 00 Tm T^ b b b b b CD tH CD b o .S t> o CM 00 CD CO CO t- d5 4^ • , o « »— 5-1 rt id CO CM* 1— b b CO CO in Ph >. o o b b b b m o CM m t- o a • 0 • 0 m c/3 >t— CD CD CM CM CT3 O tH 0- w ^ .2- C rf "cD b b CM 1-H b b b b ..ffi rH 00 t- 03 CM 00 CD CO CD tH o .2 m CD b • • • • » « • • 0 0 • (i) ^ CO t-H CO OO CM 00 m CO 5-1 od *" rH m CU 9 . 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G rQ S 03 rt s S 03 February 03 03 3 August -*-> O Month March April -fj > C3 C a Total June ni May July 0) o O 03 •“3 c/3 O Q Annual Report REPORT OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE 1956 SCHOOL COMMITTEE Term Expires January Donald Antaya, 135 Union Street 1958 Philip Athanas, 30 Patterson Street 1958 Dr. Ernest A. Bragg, Jr. , Melby Road ...... o...... 1958 John P. Lee, 54 Emory Street 1958 Mrs. Henrietta Wolfenden, 187 Steere Street . . 1958 Mr. Royal P. Baker, 60 Ridgewood Road 1960 Mrs. Eva Pond, 543 Newport Avenue, So. Attleboro...... 1960 Mrs. Katherine Scott, 8 Forest Street 1960 Mr. A. Irvin Studley, 26 West Street 1960 ORGANIZATION Royal P. Baker . . Chairman Henrietta Wolfenden Secretary Royal P. Baker Representative before Municipal Council STANDING COMMITTEES Teachers and (bourse of Study Mrs. Wolfenden, Chairman Mrs. Scott Mr. Antaya Textbooks and Supplies Mr. Studley Mrs. Pond Mr. Athanas Buildings Dr. Bragg Mr. Lee Mr. Antaya Finance Mr. Lee Dr. Bragg Mrs. Wolfenden Athletic Committee Mr. Athanas Mr. Lee Mrs. Scott Annual Report Report of the School Committee continued- Trade School Mr. Antaya Dr. Bragg Mr. Studley Cafeter ia Mrs. Scott Mrs. Pond Mr. Athanas Transportation Mr. Studley Mrs. Wolfenden Mrs. Scott Regular meetings, first and third Mondays of each month at 7;45 P. M. All bills to be acted on must be submitted in duplicate and be in the hands of the Clerk of the Committee, Superintendent's Office, before the third of each month in order to be paid on the fifteenth of that month. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Mr. Ralph C. Sturke Office, Sanford Street Telephones 1-0012 and 1-0042 The Superintendent's Office is open on school days from 8:30 to 5:00 . Office Personnel Jessie C. Ford, Secretary to the Superintendent 145 County Street Hilda R. LaPalme, Principal Clerk 61 Hebron Avenue Mabel A. Boucher, Payroll Clerk 1503 Park Street H. Victor Pelchat, Clerk R. F. D. 1, Attleboro School Physician Dr. Simon Coren Telephone 1-0700 134 Pleasant Street School Nurse Mrs. Dorothy B. Wendell, R. N. 90 Locust Street Telephones: Office 1-0042 Residence 1-0940W Assistant School Nur se Mrs. Barbara O 'Keefe, R.N. 19 Hiller est Drive Office Hours: Superintendent's Office Building 8:00-9:00 on School Days 79 . Annual Report Report of the School Committee continued- School Dentist ( Dr, W. E, Turner 206 County Street School Dental Hygienist Mrs, Ruth Merris 18 West Street Director of Cafeterias Mrs, Pearl Fine, Director of Cafeterias Smith Street Office: Superintendent's Office Building Telephone 1-2368 SCHOOL CALENDAR First Term Wednesday, September 5, to Friday, December 21, 1956, Second Term Wednesday, January 2, to Friday, February 15, 1957, Third Term Monday, February 25, to Friday, April 12, 1957, Fourth Term Monday, April 22, to Wednesday, June 19, 1957, SCHOOL SESSIONS High School --One session, from 8:00 to 2:00, with a lunch period of 20 minutes, Thacher Jij^nior High School --One session, from 8:23 to 2:27, with a lunch period of 20 minutes. South Attleboro Junior High School --One session, from 8:23 to 2:30, with a lunch period of 20 minutes. Bliss --Grade I: 9:00 to 11:30 and 12:30 to 2:45; Grades II to VI; 9:00 to 11:45 and 12:30 to 3:00. Briggs Corner -- 8:45 to 11:45 and 12:30 tc 2:30, Farmers --9:00 to 11:45 and 1:00 to 3:00, Finberg --Grade I: 8:45 to 11:45 and 1:00 to 2:45 Grades II to VI: 8:45 to 11:45 and 12:45 to 2:45. Richardson --Grades I-IV: 9:00 to 11:30 and 12:30 to 3:00; Grades V-VII: 9:00 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 3:00. Tiffany --9:00 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 3:00, Washington --Grade I: 8:45 to 11:30 and 1:00 to 2:45; Grades II to V: 8:45 to 11:45 and 1:00 to 3:00, 80 . Annual Report Report of the School Committee continued- SCHOOL SESSIONS continued Willett --Grades I-IV: 9:00 to 11:45 and 12:45 to 3:00; Grades V-vjl; 8:55 to 12:05 and 1:05 to 3:00. NG-SCHOOL SIGNALS Four double strokes of fire alarm 2-2-2-2. 7:15 A. M. No school for High School 7:45 A. M. No morning session for grgides below Senior High School. These signals will be given at 7:\5 A. M, and 7:45 A, M. in stormy weather. WARA and WPRO will broadcast NO-School announcements beginning at 7:15 A. M. and 7:45 A. M. No signals will be given at noon, COST OF INSTRUCTION - 1956 Valuation of Attleboro, 1956 $44, 740,360,00 Tax rate per $1, 000. 00 1956 $ 48. 80 Expended for support of schools $ 963, 943, 04 Average membership, 15|pptember 1955-June 1956 4154 Expended per pupil based on average membership $232. 05 Cost of books and supplies per pupil $10. 03 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Total expended including H. S. share of general expenses $ 199, 947. 70 Average membership. Sept. , 1955-June 1956 597 Cost per pupil . $334, 92 Cost of books and supplies per pupil $ 20, 89 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Total expended including Jr. H. S. share of general expenses ... . $200, 485,29 Average membership. Sept. 1955-June 1956 a 1018 Cost per pupil 196,94 Cost of books and sup'^lies per pupil $ 9. 34 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Total expended including Elementary Schools share of general expenses 563, 510, 05 Average membership. Sept. 1955-June 1956 * 2539 Cost per pupil $221. 94 Cost of books and supplies per pupil . - $ 7, 75 81 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT 1956 To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council City of Attleboro, Massachusetts Gentlemen; The Health Department herewith presents for your examination and approval its 42nd annual report for the year ending December 31, 1956. On the whole, health conditions in our community were very favorable during the past year, and our population generally enjoyed a good state of health. The number of live Attleboro births during 1956 v/as 5G4 (262 males, 302 females) marking a moderate increase of 18 over the preceding year ’s baby crop and reflecting the continued nation=-wide population growth, which reached the high= est lev^l in history in 1956, Of our total, 448 were born at Sturdy Hospital, two were home deliveries and 114 born in hospitals outside the city. Seven hundred and 96 more babies (422 males and 374 females) were born in this city to parents having residences in other communities. In compliance with state law, the depart- ment paid for the hospital care of one premature infant, whose parents were unable to meet the expense. The total number of Attleboro deaths from all causes in 1956 was 268, a slight decrease from the 1955 total of 275, Included were seven stillbirths and 65 residents who died out of the city. Of the 268 total, 153 were males and 115 females. Over 74% of all the deaths occurred among the over 70 age group, while 52, 4% were persons 70 years of age and older. Predominating causes of these deaths were the same as in recent years, namely: Diseases of the Heart , Cancer and Cerebral Hemorrhage, These three leading causes totaled 178 deaths, or over 66% of all deaths in our city. Accidents took 8 local lives, an increase over the previous year's toll of six. None of these deaths were attributed to motor vehicle injuries, which last year claimed the lives of two. Of the eight, accidental burns / were responsible for three fatalities, falls in or about the home also claimed three victims and falls beneath trains brought death to two. Conspicuous by its absence as a death cause was pulmonary tuberculosis. This is a noteworthy condition since it is the first time in the history of the depart- ment that no such death was recorded, and it reflects in large measure the recent success achieved in preventing and in treating this infectious disease. Highlighting the communicable disease picture in our community was the in- oculation with Salk vaccine of almost 4000 children in the age group one through 19 years. Ten free clinics were sponsored by the Health Department to carry oi^t this program. Third or booster shots will be given to the same group in the first half of 1957. We are indebted to local physicians, nurses and other volunteer work- ers who contributed to the success of this important public health project. 82 . Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- A total of 886 cases of communicable diseases were reported, compared with last year’s record of 1047. Four hundred and 83 cases of chicken pox and 169 cases of German measles accounted for most of the total, with mumps (79) cases, dog bites (78 cases) and measles (68 cases) providing the next highest totals. The incidence of scarlet fever was up 19 from last year 's report of 21 cases. New reported cases of pulmonary tuberculosis dropped one from last year's total of six, and poliomye= litis, in a very mild form, struck only one person, following the unprecedented epi- demic of 1955. Our health nurse has been busy on many health fronts during the year, encouragr ing and instructing the public in methods of good health and providing nursing follow- up services for the health program^ at St. Joseph and St. John parochial schools and our communicable disease control program, including immunization clinics and follow- up of tuberculosis cases,, suspects and contacts. In compliance with state regulations, the department licensed eight Day Care Agencies in the city after inspection and follow-up visits by the health nurse. Biologies and culture outfits obtained from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, were distributed to local physicians. These are available at Sturdy Hospital, where our health nurse keeps a careful check on supply and demand. Sanitation activities, including periodic field and laboratory examination of our city's milk and water supplies, inspection of all food handling establishments, over-night cabins and trailer camps, convalescent homes and homes for the aged, bakeries, ice cream and soft drir>k manufacturing plants, and investigation of nui- sance complaints have been conducted by our health inspector and agent. He has found the quality of our milk and cream supply to be generally high, and our city's water supply continues to be of excellent quality. A willingness on the part of food handlers to comply with the sanitary standards prescribed by our health code has been noted, and wherever health nuisances were found to exist, they were in most cases promptly abated. The Dental Clinic was in operation each week-day morning during the year, looking after the dental health of the school children of the first four grades whe^se parents were uanble to afford private dental care for them. Three hundred and 17 children had all dental defects corrected at the clinics the past year. In addition, an examination of the teeth of all children through the sixth grades resulted in many children having necessary work done by their private dentists. Our dental hygienist assisted at the morning clinic sessions and devoted her afternoons to conducting an excellent educational program in the public and parochial schools of the city. Our plumbing inspector and his associate have conducted their inspection work in a manner satisfactory to all. The total inspections, 954, were higher by 64 than those of 1955. 83 . Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- The report of the Animal Inspector shows he has had another busy year. I Dog Bite cases investigated by him totaled 73, five under last year's figure, and 1515 animals were inspected by him at 73 premises. The work of caring for the City Dump is being carried on by Mr. Albert Dumont, who was given a new contract for three years in September. Our rat control program at the dump keeps the rat nuisance problem there at a minimum. The garbage collection service provided by Correia Brothers, who hold a contract for the work, has been very satisfactory during the past year, with a minimum of complaints recorded. The department gratefully acknov/ledges the assistance of city officials and public and private welfare agencies and the continued good cooperation of our citizens, which have contributed to our past year 's successes. A detailed accountjpf the activities of the department staff will be found in the following reports. Respectfully submitted, Fernand L. Girouard, M. D. Health Officer. HEALTH DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES AND RECEIPTS EXPENDITURES: Salaries $15, 850.00 Sanatoria 4, 978. 77 Other Expenses 19,571.09 TOTAL EXPENDITURES$ 40, 399. 86 RECEIPTS Licenses and Permits were issued as follows for 1956: Milk Store 114 Massage 2 Oleomargine 54 Rendering 3 Milk Dealer 53 Bottling 2 Pasteurization 5 Sale of Ice Cream 105 Funeral Directors 6 Day Care Agency 8 Methyl Alcohol 43 Cabins and Trailer Camps 6 Ice Cream Manufacture 2 Total fees collected for these licenses $ 383. 50 Dental Clinic fees collected 144. 20 84 ) Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued_- Health Department Reimbursements, 1956: State subsidy for 13 Attleboro settled cases at Bristol County Hospital and one Attleboro settled case at Middlesex San,-“ = = $1271. 42 State reimbursement on two unsettled cases hospitalized at Bristol County Hospital $1072. 50 From City of Brockton for Brockton settled case at Bristol County Hospital — 136. 50 $ 3008. 12 ATTLEBORO'S VITAL STATISTICS BY MONTHS Births Stillbirths Deaths January 49 1 19 February 42 1 31 March 45 0 18 April 43 1 25 May 43 0 19 June 48 0 21 July 47 0 22 August 45 0 25 September 53 1 18 October 46 0 19 November 54 2 19 December 49 1 25 564(262 Males 7 (4 Males 261 (149 302 Females 3 Females) 112 Females) CASES OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES and DEATHS FROM COMMUNICABLE DISEASES Chicken Pox. 438 cases, 0 deaths; Dog Bite, 78 cases, 0 deaths; German Measles, 169 ' cases, 0 deaths, Infectious Hepatitis, 2 cases, 0 deaths; Measles, 68 cases, 0 deaths; Monkey Bite, 1 case, 0 deaths. Mumps, 79 cases, 0 deaths; Poliomyelitis 1 case, 0 deaths. Pony Bite, 1 case, 0 deaths. Salmonellosis, 2 cases, 0 deaths; Scarlet Fever, 40 cases, 0 deaths; Tuberculosis, 5 cases, 0 deaths, Whooping Cough, 2 cases, 0 deaths. TOTAL CASES, 886. TOTAL DEATHS, None. 85, Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- CAUSES OF ATTLEBORO DEATHS ^ Accident, burns, 3, Accident, fall Accident, hit by train, 2 Acute Cholecystitis, 3, , 1, Acute Left Ventricular Failure, 1, Acute jPancreatitis, 1, Acute Respiratory Infection, 1, Angina Pectoris, 1, Arteriosclerosis, 5, Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease 54; Aspiration Pneumonia, 2; Atelectasis, 1, Bronchial Pneumonia, 12,* Cancer, 39; Cardiac Decompensation, Cardiovascular Renal Disease, CerebraljAnemia 1; 2, , j. Cerebral Hemorrhage, 21; Cerebral Thrombosis, 7, Cirrhosis of Liver, 2; Con- genital Hydrocephalus, 1, Coronary Occlusion, 25; Coronary Pulmonale, 1; Coronary Sclerosis,!, Coronary Thrombosis, 20, Diabetes Mellitus, 3; Gastric Ulcer, 2; Glomerulitis, 1; Hemachromatosis, 1, Hodgkins Disease, 1; Hypertensive Heart Disease, 7, Intestinal Obstruction, 1, Leukemia, 1, Lobar Pneumonia 1, Malnutrition 1, Mesenteric Thrombosis, 1; Mitral Valvular Heart Disease, 1, Myocarditis , 5; Nephritis, 2; Paget's Disease, 1; Paralysis Agitans, 1, Paralytic Ileus, 1; Peritoni- tis, 1, Prematurity, 2; Prostatic Obstruction, 1; Pulomnary Edema, 2; Pulmonary Embolism, 2, Pulmonary Emphysema, T, Rheumatic Heart Disease, 1; Septicaemia, 2; Suicide, 3, Stillborn, 7; Uraemia, 2; Valvulus of Ileum, 1, Virus Pneumonia, 2. TOTALS, 268. Males, 153. Females, 115. DEATHS BY AGES Stillborn, 7, Under one year, 5, 1-6, 2, 12-20 years, 2, 20-30 years 2; 30-40 years, 4, 40 SOyears, 14; 50-60 years, 32, 60-70 years, 59; 70-80 years, 69, over 80 years, 72. Totals, 153 Males; 115 Females. DEATHS UNDER ONE YEAR Under one day, 3; 3 days, 2; Total, 5. Three males and two females. CAUSES OF THESE DEATHS Acute Respiratory Infection, 1; Aspiration Pneumonia, 1; Atelectasis, 1; Prematurity, 2; Totals 5. Three males and tv/o females. 4 86 . Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- REPORT OF THE ' DENTAL CLINIC Dr. Fernand L, Girouard Health Officer Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Doctor Girouard: We herewith submit the annual report of the Dental Clinic for 1956: Clinic Sessions 191 Number of Sittings 804 Number of Fillings — 1856 Number of Extractions = 159 Number of Cleanings 15 Number of Patients completed = 297 In September the Dentist inspected the mouths of all children in the first four "graded. Of the 1953 inspected, 923 were found with defective teeth. The Dental Hygienist also inspected the teeth of all fifth and sixth grade pupils. The Dental Clinic is now caring for patients in the first four grades of school, and there are 300 accepted applicants for the school year 1956-1957. These children are given all necessary dental care. The Dental Hygienist made 107 visits to elementary schools throughout the city during the year and led 408 classroom discussions = emphasizing the need for regular dental care, methods of toothbrushing, good nutrition and basic dental anatomy. ‘ Respectfully submitted Ruth C. Merriss, D. H. W. E. Turner, D. D. S. REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF ANIMALS AND INSPECTOR OF SLAUGHTERING Dr F. L. Girouard , Health Officer ' Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Dr. Girouard: I herewith submit my report as Inspector of Animals and Inspector of Slaughtering for 1956: 87. Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- Number of animals examined and quarahtined to determine whether or not they had rabies 73 Number of premises inspected 73 Number of animals inspected at these premises: Cattle Purebred 45 Grade 502 Heifers Purebred 31 Grade 88 Bulls 13 Steer-- — 6 Horses 39 Sheep 88 Swine 689 Goats-- 11 Number of interstate cattle shipment permits received and checked-- - 3 Very truly yours, James C. DeWitt, D, V. M. REPORT OF THE HEALTH AGENT Dr. Fernand L. Girouard Health Officer Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Doctor Girouard: I herewith submit my annual report as Milk Inspector and Health Agent for the year ending December 31, 1956. During the year 1956 two new milk dealers applied and received licenses to sell- In Attleboro. Two others discontinued or sold out. According to the dealers, fluid milk sales increased in 1956 due to gallon jug sales. Number of dealers selling milk and/or cream in Attleboro 46 Estimated number of quarts of milk sold daily in Attleboro 17,858 Estimated number of quarts of cream sold daily in Attleboro 300 Number of producers selling milk to Attleboro dealers 283 Number of milk pasteurization plants under inspection 29 Number of inspections of these pasteurizing plants 96 Number of milk pasteurizing plants in Attleboro 5 Total number of milk and cream samples collected from dealers and plants. — 571 88. Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued Tests made on these samples: Bacteria Counts = = 571 E, CoU Bacteria Counts 571 ButterfatTests 572 Total Solids Tests 465 Phosphatase Tests = ___== 571 Sediment Tests = = =-- = -- 571 Microscopic Examinations 405 Efficiencly surveys were made on three milk plants with 27 samples being taken for examination. Tests made on these were: Bacteria Counts = _ = _ = = 10 E. Coli Bacteria Counts - = = =.-- = = - 24 Butterfat Tests 3 Microscopies = 2 Total Solids . = 1 Raw milk samples were taken from three producers and the following tests made: Raw Milk Bacteria Counts---"- 3 Lab. Past. Bacteria Counts------5 Butterfat Tests 2 Microscopies 3 Total Solids 1 Seventeen Ice Cream Dealer Plants were inspected and 89 samples of bulk and package ice cream were tested as follows: Bacteria Counts- 89 E. Coli Counts 89 Butterfat Tests 89 Number of bakeries under inspection-- 6 Number of inspections of these bakeries 7 One bakery went out of business and one new one started in business in 1956. Forty-four samples of public and private water supplies were taken or received and the following tests made on them: PH Tests------44 Chlorine P. P. M. 19 Bacteria Counts ----44 E. Coll Gas Determinations -_-_44 Three wells were condemned as not being safe supply of drinking water. 89 . Annual Repor t Report of the Health Department continued- Number of swimming pools under inspection = = = = Number, of swimming pool‘inspections--= = = “ — 23 Tests made on 23 samples: Chlorine Residuals (P. P. M. ) 22 pH Tests---"’-”- 22 Bacteria Counts ------— 28 E. Coli Gas Determinations---- 28 Number of Eating and Drin^iing Establishments under inspection-- 73 Number of inspections of Eating and Drinking Establishments--- 35 Number of swab tests made on eating and drinking utensils------130 Svr.i' J :.i’d Plate Bacteria Counts made on swabs------130 Nurrib'brof soft drink bottling plants in Attleboro------2 Number of inspections of soft drink bottling plants- = - = = = = = -=-- 2 Number of boarding or convalescent homes under inspection----- 5 Number of inspections of boarding or convalescent homes--— 2 Four new plats were inspected for water supply, drainage and sewage disposal. Eighty- seven nuisance complaints were investigated. Improper rubbish and/or garbage disposal, keeping of animals or fowl without a permit, lack of adequate heat, overflowing cesspools or septic tanks, sub-standard housing, improper plum- bing, bad odors, food spoilage, insect infestations, smoke nuisances, burning of fecal material, contaminated food, rat infestations, stagnant water, flooded swamps, stream pollution, and other miscellaneous sanitary conditions comprised the com- plaints. Four court appearances were made in regard to the suit over the garbage contract. Notices of new laws peratining to milk and cream were sent to dairies and eating establishments. Forty-two new cesspool installations were inspected and approved. The City Dump was periodically inspected for maintenance and rat control. One class in food handling was conducted. In company with State Health Department engineers, an inspection was made of Ten Mile River, Farmer's Pond and North Attleboro sewage plant relative to possibility of eliminating odors from Ten Mile River. J Three one-day seminars conducted by the State Health Department on water and sewage examination, milk sanitation and emergency sanitation practic6^s were attended. Respectfully submitted Frank L. Cushman Agent and Milk Inspector. 90. Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- REPORT OF THE HEALTH NURSE Dr. Fernand L. Girouard ^ Health Officer Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Doctor Girouard: I herewith submit the annual statistical report of the activities of the Health Nurse for the year 1956: Number of visits to and in behalf of tuberculosis cases 219 Number of visits to and in behalf of contacts of tuberculosis 76 Number of visits to and in behalf of suspicious tuberculosis cases 45 Number of visits to Bristol County Hospital with persons for x-ray 76 follow-up and admittance Number of active tuberculosis cases reported in 1956 6- Number of inactive tuberculosis cases reported in 1956 2 Number of deaths from tuberculosis reported in 1956 0 Number of visits to and in behalf of other infectious diseases 63 Number of visits to and in behalf of services to crippled children 77 Number of visits to and in behalf of immunization 387 Number of visits to and in behalf of school children 178 Other visits - -check on biologic als at Sturdy Hospital, inspection of day care agencies, premature baby program, dental clinic, social service. Health Department business, meetings attended and talks given 306 TOTAL OF ALL VISITS----- 1427 Twenty -four persons from this city received care and treatment during 1956 • at Bristol County Hospital, and two persons received treatmeht -for tuberculosis at other hospitals. Arrangements were made for and assistance given at 10 clinics for inoculations with Salk polio vaccine. All children at St. John and St. Joseph Parochial Schools were weighed and measured and given the Massachusetts Vision Test. Respectfully submitted Lois Wilmarth, R. N. Health Nurse 91. Annual Report Report of the Health Department continued- REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF PLUMBING 1956 Dr. F. L. Girouard, Health Officer Health Department, City Hall Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Dr, Girouard: During the past year, 954 inspections were made-743 by Mr. Gross and 211 by Mr. Poholek. They were as follows: 282 New Homes 118 Remodeling of old houses 96 Replacing of old fixtures 27 Water piping 61 Gas water heaters 26 Electric water heaters 21 Tankless heaters 8 Range boilers 1 1 Safety valves 14 Disposals 15 Dishwashers 52 Washing machine traps 8 Air Conditioners 49 Replacements of old soil pipe 17 Removals of house traps 46 Replacements of lead work 42 Replacements of sink traps 19 Sink replacements 3 Service sinks installed 31 Sewer connections 4 Health inspections 4 Sterilizers I recommend that extra heavy soil pipe be required at least to the level of the top waste fixture in the soil stack. In houses where medium pipe has been installed, as permitted in our code, we find that over the years it deteriorates, causing an ex- pensive replacement cost. Also, as in previous letters, I recommend the following: "I recommend th.at a section be placed in the City Code requiring a 2" trap for double compartment sinks, sinks and dishwashers. We have been running into some difficulties where disposals have been installed on the 1 1/2” line now asked for in our code. Also, in new houses, a section requiring a back air pipe being left plugged for future washing machine connections”. This would save the home owner considerable expense. Respectfully submitted, Allan A. Gross, Plumbing Inspector 92 , Annual Report REPORT OF THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Municipal Council: Ge,ntlemen: We submit herewith our annual report for the year 1956. TABLE OF AGGREGATES Number of Persons Assessed on Real and Personal Property - - 10, 524 Number of Polls Assessed 7,643 Number of Houses Assessed = = 5,325 Number of Acres of Land Assessed 15^ 000 Valuation of Taxable Real Estate ^ 41^ 770, 500 Valuation of Taxable Personal Property $ 2, 969, 860 TAXES LEVIED Real Estate Tax ^ 2, 038,400.40 Personal Property Tax 144, 929. 17 Poll Tax 15^ 286. 00 Total $ 2, 198, 615. 57 MOTOR EXCISE TAX Number of Cars Assessed 10,015 Total Valuation $5^ 194^ 720. 00 Total Tax Levied _ ^ 250, 707. 34 Average Value $ 518. 69 Average Tax = 25.03 Number of Adjustments on Motor Excise due to re-issues — 905 Total Amount of Adjustments $ 15^ 156, 05 TOTAL VALUATIONS Valuation of Taxable Real Estate $ 41, 770, 500. 00 Valuation of Taxable Personal Property = --- 2, 969, 860. 00 Valuation of Non-Taxable Real Estate 6, 634, 88d^QCk Valuation of Non-Taxable Personal Property 2, 284i SIS'! OIT Tax Title Deeds to City 68, 725. 00 Land of Low Value 445.00 TOTAL VALUATION - Taxable and Non-Taxable $53, 728, 925. 00 93 . Annual Report Report of the Assessor's continued ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES 1956 Budget and Appropriations $ 3, 246,830. 10 1956 Amount Raised for State and County Taxes 196,459, 44 1956 Overlay Account 23, 590. 20 Total Amount to be Raised $ 3,466, 879.74 Less Estimated Receipts 1, 268, 264. 17 Amount to be raised on Real Estate, Personal Property and Polls 2,198,615.57 Less Amount Raised on Polls 15, 286. 00 Net Amount to be raised by Taxation on Real Estate $ 2, 183, 329. 57 and Personal Property Total Taxable Valuation $44, 740, 360. 00 x $48. 80 (Tax Rate per Thousand) will raise $ 2, 183, 329. 57 The office has acquired six new plats during 1956, Five of these plats were made by the full time Assessors at no extra cost to the city. One plat was made by Mr. Crossman at a cost of $826. 09. Our clerks are to be complimented for their endeavour in the many changes which had to be made due to the making of these plats. We wish to convey our sincere appreciation for the cooperation received from all Departments. Respectfully submitted Board of Assessors Patrick J. Byrnes, Chairman Carl A. Nelson. 94 , Annual Report REPORT OF VETERANS REHABILITATION AND REEEMPLO YMENT COMMITTEE 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council: Gentlemen: The Servicemen's Rehabilitation and Reemployment Department of the City during ^Ihe year of 1956 was a busy one. Giving discharged Veterans the following information regarding their G. I. Rights: assisting them in filling out papers nec- essary in securing such benefits as the Massachusetts State Bonus, Hospitalization, Education and Training and Insurance Information. Veterans released after Septem- ber 4, 1956 had only until December 31, 1956 in which to make application for N. S. L. I. instead of the usual 120 days after separation. “ Widows of deceased Veterans have been assisted in filing their applications for compensation or pension and burial allowance claims. At the first of ffte year, assistance was given to all receiving benefits from the Veterans Administration in filing their annual Income Questionnaires. Veterans have been transported to and from the various hospitals, also rel- atives have been taken when visits were allowed. Return post cards were mailed in September to the relatives or friends of all service men or women asking for the latest known addresses for the purpose of sending a $5. 00 gift check to every man and woman in the service at Christmas time from the people of Attleboro through the United Fund. Approximately 355 such American Express Money Orders were sent by Air Mail and up to date close to 30 letters have been received expressing thanks and appreciation. Photostatic copies of all discharge, separation and other valuable papers are made free of charge to Veterans, and copies of all Veterans papers are kept on file in this office as a permanent record. The Service Center Director and office staff appreciate the cooperation of the Selective Service Board, the executives and Doctors of the various district Veterans Hospitals, City Clerk, Ken Blandin and his Secretary. Respectfully submitted, Daniel O'Connell, Director Veterans Service Center 95 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' BENEFITS 1956 % To His Honor the Mayor and the Municipal Council: I submit herewith the report for the year ending December 31, 1956, VETERANS' BENEFITS Paid Veterans' Benefits $ 65,015.34 Burials 00. 00 Refunds Received 1, 566.85 ADMINISTRATION Salaries and Wages 6, 346. 00 Other Expenses 897. 73 Number of applications during 1956-=- 298. We have four cases in rest homes. We receive approximately 15 to 20 calls per day from veterans or their families seeking information. There has been an increase in the number of applications in the year 1956, but by strict investigation we were able to decrease the amount of money expended in 1956 by $12, 897. 31 compared with the previous year. We all know the amount of assistance given to veterans and their dependents will increase greatly each year because we have veterans and their dependents from the following wars now on our rolls. Spanish American War, World War I, World War II which is increasing in numbers and we are now receiving applications from veterans of the Korean War. We have had a number of serious cases that require special attention and when- ever possible we have hospital cases transferred to the Davis Park Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island uf and when they can be moved. As in former years we assist in filling out forms for individuals, renewals of pensions etc. , whether they are receiving aid from us or not. The agent is a notary public and when it is necessary he notarizes forms with- out charge. We require banks to advise us if applicants have any account and the Social Security office in regards to Social Security payments. We contact the Employment Security office to see if the applicant is eligible to receive Unerh*plbyn:^nt Compensa- tion and also to check their records. The last employer of the applicant is required to inform us of their pay schedule for the past ten weeks of employment, and also the 96 . Annual Report Veterans Benefits' Report continued- ’i reason for their discharge. Lastly we send a from to each legally liable relative of dependents as to their ability to pay part of the applicants support. An investigator from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is in Attleboro periodically to see if all regulations are complied with. Respectfully submitted Christopher W. McNary, Agent Department of Veterans* Benefits. REPORT OF THE CITY SOLICITOR 1956 To His Honor the Mayor and the Municipal Council: Gentlemen: There appears at this time to be only one case involving the City of Attleboro pending in the courts. This is a zoning matter. All land damage cases involving Luther Dam project and Manchester Pond project have been closed. The garbage removal contract case has been closed. There was a great amount of litigation pending against the City in land damage claims during the year 1956, but the docket is'now cleared. There was considerable number of consultations between the Building Inspector and this office. The Zoning Ordinance and the Building Ordinance have vastly increased the busi- ness of this office. There should be consideration given to the fact that the City Solicitor’s duties are greatly increased compared to the duties five or ten years ago. The job requires much more time now than ever before. In order to get a quali= fied individual for this position in years to come the salary must be ipcreased. An office and secretary should be provided by the City as well as an adequate library. Respectfully submitted. Franklin R. McKay City Solicitor 97 . Anmial Report REPORT OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY 1 956 The Honorable Cyril K. Brennan, Mayor Members of the Municipal Council City of Attleboro, Massachusetts Gentlemen: The Attleboro Housing Authority held eleven regular meetings and one special meeting during the year in addition to many conferences with the State Housing Board Members and the Local Authorities. Chapter 372=1 During the year 1956 all the homes constructed under acts of 1946 were sold, and the Authority made a final settlement with the City of Attleboro for the funds expended by the City on this project. The City was reimbursed for all expenditures, with interest, it had made. Attached is a final report of the Authority. Chapter 200 = 1 The Chapter 200-1 has now been under operation for five full years and during that period has been fully occupied. The cost of financing public housing has advanced very materially in the past few years, and due to this increase in the cost of bond issues the Attleboro Authority has remained in temporary financ- ing through the medium of short term notes. The Authority under these conditions operate the project in the same manner as if the bond issue had been made and therefore no time will be lost in re- ducing the cost of the project during the desired time of forty years. All functions of this program is audited by the office of Thomas Buckley, auditors for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. All expenditures, expenses, budgets, records, contracts, books and method of operation is covered by this audit and the results of this audit are made public. The Authority again recommends that the City of Attleboro officials consider the State pHanito develop housing for the aged. This program of old age housing has been started in several of the cities and towns of the Commonwealth, and in the towns Surrounding the City of Attleboro two programs are now in the planning stage. The problem of housing for the aged will increase each year ancT wiTl become one of the major housing problems in the whole country. Annual Report Report of the Housing Authority continued- The Authority wishes at this time to express its appreciation for the continued cooperation of the Mayor, pnembers of the Municipal Council, members of the planning board, members of the Public Works Department and other city officials involved. Respectfully submitted, John E. Turner, Chairman Leland B. Smith, Vice-chairman Leonard I. Lamb, Treasurer Irma P. O'Neil, State Member Harold W. MacDonald, Asst. Treasurer The Honorable Cyril K, Brennan, Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council, City of Attleboro, Mass. Gentlemen: We are pleased to submit herewith final accounting of the Project #372-1 of the Attleboro Housing Authority. At the time it is the desire of the Authority to express appreciation to the members and the city council and the various city officials who have assisted in making the pro- ject a success. John E. Turner, Chairman Leland B. Smith, Vice Chairman Leonard I. Lamb, Treasurer Harold W. MacDonald, Asst. Treasurer William F. Walton, Member Robert E. Blackburn Present Members Executive Director Attleboro Housing Authority 99 . Annual Report Report of the Housing Authority continued- CHARLES E. STANWOOD & COMPANY Accountants and Auditors 16 Court Street Boston, Massachusetts December 12, 1956 Mr, John E, Turner, Chairman Attleboro Housing Authority 27 Park Street Attleboro, Massachusetts Dear Sir: We have examined the accounts of Attleboro Housing Authority Project No, 372 = 1. for the period ended December 11, 1956 and submit herewith a balance sheet as at December 11, 1956 and statement of income and surplus for the period from January 1, 1956 to December 11, 1956, All known debts of the project have been taken into account in the accom- panying statements. All houses erected under this project, 31 in number, have been sold and we understand that the balance of funds on hand are to be turned over to the Treasurer of the City of Attleboro, which amount to $243,694, 53. We also submit herewith a summary of the results of operations of the pro- ject from 1949 to date, and other data pertinent to this project. Kindly advise if we can be of further service in this matter. Respectfully submitted, Charles E. Starwood & Company By Augustus T, Starwood Annual Repor t Report of the Housing Authority continued- ATTLEBORO HOUSING AUTHORITY PROJECT No. 372-1 BALANCE SHEET - DECEMBER 11, 1956. Cash on Deposit First National Bank, Attleboro $239, 185. 28 Attleborough Savings & Loan Association Savings Share Account (interest through July 1956) 4, 509. 25 $243, 694. 53 TOTAL ASSETS $243, 694. 53 LIABILITIES AND SURPLUS Liabilities . 00 Earned Surplus $243, 694. 53 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SURPLUS $243, 694. 53 STATEMENT OF INCOME AND SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1956 INCOME Dwelling Rent Income $ 679.00 Interest Income 132. 27 Proceeds from Sales of Houses 236, 969. 60 TOTAL INCOME $237, 780. 87 DEDUCTIONS Management Services $ 1, 875.00 Operating Services 185. 70 Repairs, Maintenance and Replacements 1, 726. 08 3, 786. 78 NET INCOME FOR YEAR $233, 994. 09 ADD: Excess of Reserves set up in prior years: Reserve for Repairs, Maintenance and Replacements: 1, 843. 20 Reserve for Vacancy and Collection Losses 451. 50 2, 294. 70 Addition to Earned Surplus for year $236, 288. 79 Earned Surplus - Balance January 1, 1956 7, 405. 74 Earned Surplus - Balance December 11, 1956 $243, 694. 53 (Prior to final distribution to City) 101. Annual Report Report of the Housing Authority continued- ATTLEBORO HOUSING AUTHORITY PROJECT NO. 372-1 FINAL ACCOUNTING TO THE CITY OF ATTLEBORO May 1, 1949 TO DECEMBER 31, 1956 Funds transferred to the City of Attleboro by the Attleboro Housing Authority- Project No, 372-1 February 16, 1951- From Rental Income for 1950 $12, 355. 89 February 29, 1952- From Rental Income for 1951 12, 979. 14 February 27, 1953- From Rental Income for 1952 7, 491. 23 March 12, 1954 - From Rental Income for 1953 12, 292. 63 March 25, 1955 - From Rental Income for 1954 12, 714. 08 December ? 1956 - From Rental Income and $ale of Houses in 1955-1956 243, 694. 53 i5) TOTAL TRANSFERRED TO CITY BY HOUSING AUTHORITY $301,527.50 Total bonds issued by the City of Attleboro for development of Attleboro Housing Authority - Project No, 372-1 dated May 1, 1949 due in 15 years with interest at 1, 75% per annum $300, 000. 00 Interest on above bonds from May 1, 1949 to December 31, 1956. 31, 500. 00 TOTAL PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST $331, 500. 00 Deduct: Subsidy received from Commonwealth of Mass^ 30, 399. 37 301,rlOO>-63 - Excess of Funds paid by Attleboro Housing Authority Project No. 372- 1 to the City of Attleboro over principal of bonds, and interest to December 31, 1956. $ 426.87 (x) To be paid by check in the amount of $239, 185. 28 Transfer of savings share pass book No. 10735, Attleborough Savings and Loan Association, having a balance of (with interest through July 1956) 4».5Q9*'25 .m, $243, 694. 53 102 . Annual Report REPORT OF THE CUSTODIAN OF PROPERTY Honorable Cyril K. Brennan Mayor of the City of Attleboro Dear Mr. Mayor: During the year I have sold many parcels of Tax Title property that have been on the assessors records for many years. The parcels are sold by this office with the consent of the Municipal Council and the Mayor’s Office at or about the assessed value of each parcel. During the year 1956, the following parcels were sold: 1. Lots #81-82-83 Thacher Terrace-East Side Anderson Avenue $ 90. 00 2. Lots 68-69 New Plat #62 South Side Thacher Street 250, 00 3. Lot #112 New Plat #6 West Side Washington Street 440. 00 4. Lots #1-2 New Plat #36 West Side Thacher Street 100. 00 5. Lots #125 to #131, 135 to #140, 171 to 178 New Plat #81 South Side West Street . 600, 00 6. Lots #148 to #152, 179 to #188 New Plat #81 East Side Prescott 400. 00 7. Lots #153-154, 157 to 162 New Plat #81 West Side Hamilton 200, 00 8. Lots #247 to #258, South Avenue Manor, South Side South Avenue 400. 00 9. Lots #282-283 and\#284-285 New Plat #36 West Side Evergreen Road. 200. 00 10. Lot #188 New Plat #22 South Main Street 100. 00 11. Lots #20 and #56 New Plat #22 South Main Street 80. 00 12. Lots #58 and #59 New Plat #18 South Side Rogan Street 60. 00 13. Lots #228 to #233 New Plat #18 East Side Althea 500. 00 14. Lots #364-366-368-369, 432-433-484 and 485 New Plat #19 East Side Buffington 300, 00 15. Lot #18 New Plat #8 East Side Robinson Avenue 400. 00 16. Lot #221 New Plat #18 West Side Gray Street 30. 00 17. Lot #105 miscellaneous near Mansfield Line 30. 00 $4' 180. 00 Several other offers for parcels were made to this office, but were not accept- able by the Mayor and Council. I wish to thank the Mayor's Office, the Assessor's Office, the Chairman of the Finance Committee and the Treasurer's Office for their kind assistance in work- ing closely with me in the performance of my duties. Respectfully submitted, Henry Rotenberg Custodian of Property acquired by the foreclosure of Tax Titles 103 Annual Report REPORT OF THE CITY AUDITOR I To His Honor the Mayor, and the Honorable Municipal Council: I submit herewith the Annual Report of the Auditing Department. During the year ending December 31, 1956, th;e Auditing Department has audited all bills and payrolls presented for payment. It has also made examinations of the accounts of the City Treasurer, the City Clerk, and the City Collector, all of which have been found correct. The Trust Funds in the hands of the City Treasurer and Trustees of the Public Library have been examined and found to agree with the report as pre- sented. The financial statements, schedules, etc. , will be found on the following pages. Ismay Sharkey I CITY AUDITOR CITT OF ATTLEBORO Suwary of Appropriations - Transfers - Raoelpts and Expenditures. Dseeaber 31st, 19$6. DEPARTVENT EXPENDED DEBIT DEBIT DNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION MUNICIPAL CODNCIL Salaries Salaries 3 , 300.00 3,300.00 0.00 3 , 300.00 3,300.00 MUNICIPAL COUNCIL General Expenses Expense 25.00 25.00 0.00 25.00 25.00 MAYOR'S DSPARUfflHT Salary- Salary 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 MAYOR'S DEBARTKENT Clerical Regular 2,850.00 Regular 1,563.21 Penny Milk Adsclnistratlon 150.00 4,563.21 4,563.21 86.79 4,650.00 4,650.00 MAYOR'S DEPAJiTMENT Other Ejiponses Phone 417.67 Post.ige 40.00 Office Svipplios 74.83 Mayor’s Expenses 1 , 500.00 Inrldontals ZxiO 2,040.00 2,040.00 0.00 2,040.00 2,040.00 MAYOR’S ADDRESSOGRAPH-MULTICRAPH DIVISION Expenses Phone 172.70 Office Supplies 153.32 Addressograph-Multlgraph Serrloe 3i5.92 Address. 6 Multi. Supplies 6 Ecpilpsent 407.48 Ehtpress 8.03 Typewriter Senrloe 37. 50 1,124.95 1,124.95 .05 1 , 125.00 1 , 125.00 AUDITING DEPARTMENT Salary 4,000.00 Salary 4,000.00 it, 000. 00 0.00 It, 000. 00 AUDITING DEPARTMENT Clerical Regular 2,850.00 Extra 1.170.00 4,020.00 4,020.00 0.00 4,020.00 4,020.00 AUDITIKT DEPARmm ether Expenses Phone 171.80 Bftlce Suppliaa 382.87 Other Dept* .Supplies 198.89 Postage 12.00 Seeking Infonoatlon 124.76 dentals 9.20 899.52 899.52 .46 900.00 900.00 COLLECTING DEPARTMENT Salary Salary 4,000.00 4,000.00 0.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 COLLECTING DEPARTMENT Clerical Regular 2,850.00 Extra 748.00 3,598.00 3,598.00 152.00 3,750.00 3,750.00 COLLECTING DEPARTMENT Other Exptnses Phone 150.70 Stationary and Printing 875.71 Tea Sales 128.00 Postage 1,573.65 Bonds 550.50 Incidentals and Cfl'ice Supplies j63..12 3.7U.68 3,741.68 7.17 3,748.85 3,748.85 2 . DEPARTOEIIT EXPENDED DmiT CeBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION ASSESSING DEPARTMENT Atsaasor's Sjp^las Chalnun 4,000.00 Clerk 3,538.66 Assessor 1.800.00 9,338.66 9,338.66 361.34 9.700.00 9.700.00 ASSESSING DEPARTMENT Assistant Assessors* Salariss Salaries 1,074.75 1,074.75 25.25 1.100.00 1.100.00 ASSESSING DEPARTMENT Clerical Regular 2,850.00 Regular 2.450.00 5 , 300.00 5,300.00 0.00 5,300.00 5,300.00 ASSESSING DEPARTMENT New Plats Expense 826.09 826.09 583.43 1,409.52 1,409.52 ASSESSING DEPARTMENT Changing Plates Clerical 395.50 395.50 371.53 767.03 500.00 267.03 ASSESSING DEPARTMENT Other Expeneos Phone 174.80 Office Supplies 632.86 Titles and Transfers 183.80 Auto Allowance 137.37 Seeking Information 278.48 Advertising 7.38 Changing Plates 300.00 • 1,714.69 1,7U.69 .31 1.715.00 1.715.00 CITT SOUCITOR . SaJar/ Salary 2,650.00 2,650.00 0.00 2.650.00 2.650.00 CITT SOUCITOR Expenses Expense 996.50 996.50 0.00 996.50 396.50 600.00 TREASDRT DEPARTMENT Salary Salary 4,000.00 4,000.00 0.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 TREASURY DEPARTMENT Cle ricel Regular 2,850.00 Regular 2,350.00 Vacationr 90.10 5,290.10 5 , 290.10 0.00 5,290.10 90.10 5,200.00 TREASURY DEPAuTHENT 2,338.80 2,338.80 2.20 2,3U.0O 2,341.00 TREASURY DEPARTMENT Nsw Equiprasnt Coin Counter 787.00 787.00 38.00 825.00 825.00 TREASURY DEPARTMENT Recording Tax Titles Redemption 85.95 85.95 U.05 100.00 100.00 Recording Deedr. 98.18 98.18 26.82 125.00 125.00 Service on Bonds 726.35 726.35 273.65 1,000.00 1,000.00 CITY CLERK’S DEPARTMENT Salary Sglary 4,000.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 CITT CLERI*S DEPARTMENT Clerical Regular 2,850.00 Part-tlaa and Vacatlone 999.90 3,849.90 3,849.90 .10 3,850.00 100.00 3,750.00 3 . DEPARIMEHT EXPENDED DEBIT DEBIT DRKZPEHDBD CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION CITT CLm*S DEPARTMBr? Other Bjgsenaes Phone 166.85 Office Supplies 538.24 Seeklcg Information 30.00 Bond 7.50 Incidentals 34.91 777.50 777.50 0.00 777.50 777.50 CITT CLKRK*3 DKPAimiKNT Vital Statlstles 171.25 171.25 28.75 200.00 200.00 Recording Deeds 151.21 151.21 I73.W 325.00 325.00 CITY KESSEHGEE Salary Salary 2,200.00 2,200.00 0.00 2,200.00 2,200.00 CITT lESSENGEE Other Expenses Expense 60.00 60.00 0.00 60.00 60.00 CITT stenographer Salary Salary 3,050.00 Extra Clerical 655.34 3,705.34 3,705.34 U.66 3,750.00 200.00 3,550.00 CITY SriNOGRAPHER Otr.er Expanses Telephone 153.15 Office Supplies 103.60 New Equipment 49.27 Senrioe on Typewriter 40.50 Postage 15.00 Incidentale 78.90 440.42 UO.42 .08 440.50 UO.5O BOARD OF REGISTRARS Salaries Aasiatant Regjstrara 1,074.75 Clerical 2,225.01 Heettnga 846.00 4,U5.76 4,U5.76 154.24 4,300.00 800.00 3,500.00 BOARD OF REGISTRARS Other Expense a Printing 377.67 Postage 37.26 Suppliea 316.09 Janitor 3et"wj.ce 63.00 Advertising 349.99 Phone 81.18 1‘y'iewriter Senrioe 9.50 T nicking 15.00 Xncidentala LLio 1,263.19 1,263.19 224.31 1,487.50 1,487.50 ELECTIONS ,\fID raSCISTSAnO»3 Expensos Rent 100.00 Oi'fico Supplies 1.90 Election Ctffioeri 4,106.58 Voting Booth Expense 864.87 Printing 154.30 Auto AUorwAnce 16.00 Lunches U5.20 Clerical 127.50 Janitor Sorvieo 131.25 Incidentals 28.ie Adrertlslng 89.50 5,765.28 5,765.28 9.52 5,774.80 870.00 6.80 4,898.00 LICENEIMT, CCmaSSlON Salaries Chairman 600.00 Coisaiisslonur 400.00 CcoHdcsioner 400.00 1,400.00 1,400.00 0.00 1,400.00 1,400.00 UCENSIhG COMHISSION Expenses Incidentals 150.00 150.00 0.00 150.00 150.00 PLANnUG Sl ZOKINC BOARDS Salaries Superrisor 2.550.00 Clerical 2 . 700.00 Registration Clerk 200.00 5,450.00 5,450.00 0.00 5,450.00 5,450.00 U Da>AETMEllT EIPEHDSD DEBIT DESIT DMEZPSMIED CREDIT CREDIT TRAIBFKRS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERB RECEIPTS APPRCPRIATION plaknuk: board Expenses Incidentals 584.26 584.26 215.74 800. 00 800.00 PLAWNINC BOARD Rerlslng Zonlnc Map Ejqwnse 0.00 0.00 486.00 486.00 486.00 «im SERVICE RECISTRAnOM CLERK Expense Incidentals 5.00 5.00 30.00 35.00 35.00 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Expenses Incidentals 350.00 350.00 0.00 350.00 350.00 CCWTRIBUTORT RETIREMENT BOARD Pension Accumulation Fund 32,455.00 Expenses 1.000.00 33,455.00 33,455.00 0.00 33,455.00 33,455.00 POUCE DEPARTMENT Salary and Wages Chief 4.550.00 Lieutenant 4,000.00 Inspector 3,005.52 Sergeants 16,850.74 Patrolicen 92,633.05 Reserve Officers 12,826.50 Extra Work 7,856.31 Vscatlcns 4,671.27 Janitor 2.400.00 Lock-Up Keeper 125.00 U8,918.39 148,918.39 466.61 149,385.00 10,150.00 139,235.00 PENSIONS Charles A. Brogan 1,175.00 1,175.00 0.00 1,175.00 1,175.00 Horace Clifford 1,355.38 1,355.38 0.00 1.355.38 1,355.38 Joseph A. Fredette 1,355.38 1,355.38 0.00 1,355.38 1,355.38 Ernest W. Holt 1,275.00 1,275.00 0.00 1,275.00 1,275.00 Lavrenco R. Johnson 1,355.38 1,355.38 0.00 1,355.38 1,355.38 Donat E. Plon 1,355.38 1,355.38 0.00 1,355.38 1,355.38 POLICE DEPARTMENT Maintenance of Equlpswnt Autos 3,647.00 Police and Traffic Equljpment 649.30 Radios 887.25 Unlf oroir 2,610.04 Traffic Lights U4.39 7,907.98 7,907.98 500.22 8,408.20 1,000.00 33.20 7,375.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT Other Expenses Fuel 1,883.72 Light 499.U Phone 1,540.61 Office and Station Supplies 999.80 Ejecting Traffic Signs 1,494.50 Prisoner and Lock-up Maintenance 518.20 Painting Traffic Lines 1,405.63 School Traffic 3,715.00 Registering Bicycles 6.00 Camara and Equipment 198.15 Radios 1,071.94 Tsletype 493.38 Inspector's Eaqaenses 100.00 Incidentals 280.30 U, 206.67 14,206.67 U4.91 U.651.58 2,921.58 11 , 730.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT lW5 Fire Damage Expense 151.11 151.11 0.00 151.11 151. POIJCE DEPARL'ENT New Equlpavent Replseesmnt of Autos 5,189.89 5,189.89 0.00 5,189.89 1,889.89 3,300.00 POUCE DEPARTWENT Out-of -State Ccnrentlon Expense 0.00 0.00 75.00 75.00 75.00 I 5 . DEPARTMEHT E3TPENDED CEBIT DEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSPER3 RECEIPTS APPROPRIATIOH ?IRE DEPAETHEUT Salary and Wa^aa Cailef 4.650.00 Deputy Chiefa 12 , 000.00 Captains 34,106.05 Heehanlc 3.800.00 Permanent Hen 235.849.74 290,405.79 1 , 605.00 292,010.79 1,779.21 293,790.00 140.00 293 , 650.00 FIRE DEPARWEHT Pensions Kerman H. lliurber 1,115.55 1,115.55 0.00 1,115.55 1,1*5.55 WlUlan A. Wheaton 1,115.55 1,U5*55 0.00 1,115.55 1,115.55 Joseph A. Sklth 1,355.65 1,355.65 0.00 1,355.65 1,355.65 Manual Douglas 1,355.65 1,355.65 0.00 1,355.65 1,355.65 Frank E. Barney 1,355.65 1,355.65 0.00 1,355.65 1,355.65 Kelson B. Loss 1,381.96 1 , 381.96 0.00 1,381.96 1 , 381.96 Frederick W.S.Foore 1 , 306.62 1 , 306.62 O.OC 1 , 306.62 1 , 306.62 Henry E. Charon 1^844*64 1,844.64 0.00 1,8U.64 1,844.64 Joseph I. Claflin 1,811.70 1,811.70 0.00 1,8U.70 1,8U.70 Joseph 0. Howry 3,133.25 3,133.25 0.00 3,133.25 3 , 133.25 Peter Godfrey 2,372.50 2,372.50 0.00 2,372.50 2 , 372.50 FIRE DEPARTMENT Hslntenanee of Equlpnsnt Autos 5,489.31 Hose 2,000.00 Uniforms 2,653.70 Stations 4,120.51 All Other 534.82 U,798.34 14,798.34 93.31 U,891.65 1,490.00 1.65 13 , 400.00 FIRE DEPARTMENT Other Expenses Light end Power 893.06 Phone 929.58 Vfater 142.96 Fuel 4,369.69 Office Supplies 200.00 Snow Emergency 342.59 6,877.88 6,877.88 204.71 7,082.59 457.59 6 , 625.00 FIRE DEPARTMENT Special Accounts Hapilrs-South Attleboro Station 500.00 500.00 0.00 500.00 500.00 Repalre-Parapet Wall 5,450.00 5,450.00 25.00 5,475.00 5,475.00 Retaining Wall Replaoeaent 700.00 700.00 0.00 700.00 700.00 Reolacing Apron 300.00 300.00 0.00 300.00 300.00 Medical Bills-Walter Kraczkowald. 500.50 500.50 50.00 550.58 550.50 Pumping Engine Purchase (1957) 0.00 0.00 17,044.00 17,044.00 17 , 044.00 Out-of-State Convention 75.00 75.00 0.00 75.00 75.00 HRE DEPARTMENT Now Equipment Reserve for 1955 Chief’s Car 2,255.00 2,255.00 0.00 2 , 255.00 2 , 255.00 FIRE DEPARTMENT New Equlpwnt Chief’s Car 2,287.00 2,287.00 0.00 2,287.00 287.00 2,000.00 FIRE DEPARTMENT CcBmunieatlons Equlpeient Radios 4,705.20 Alternators 1,203.58 Generators 915.00 6,823.78 6,823.78 6,823.77 13,647.55 13 , 647.55 ELECTRICAL BRANCH FIRE raPARTMEMT Salary and Wages Supsrlntazvient 4,100.00 Assistant 3.800.00 7,900.00 7,900.00 0.00 7,900.00 7 , 900.00 6 DEPARTMENT EXPENDED DEBIT DEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION I ELECTRICAL BR. FIRE DEPARTMENT Halntsnanc* of Equipnant Fire Alar* 12,272.74 Motor Equipuant 1,047.60 Wearing Apparel 50.00 New Fire Alar* Boxes 1,612.66 Extra Labor 2.507.00 17,490.00 17,490.00 0.00 17,490.00 1,038.00 2.00 16,450.00 ELECTRICAL BR. FIRE DEPARTMENT Other Expenses Light and Power 279.66 Phone 775.00 775.00 0.00 775.00 775.00 ELECTRICAL BR. FIRE DEPARTMENT Out-of-state Convention Expense 75.00 75.00 0.00 75.00 75.00 INSPECTOR OF BUIIDINCS Salary Salary 800.00 800.00 0.00 800.00 800.00 INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS Clerical Clerical 1,399.60 1,399.60 .40 1,400.00 400.00 1,000.00 INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS Expenses Expenses 60.00 60.00 0.00 60.00 60.00 WIRE INSPECTOR Expenses Maintenance 342.35 Maintenance of Auto 402.65 745.00 745.00 0.00 745.00 60.00 685.00 SEALER OF EIGHTS * MEASURES Salary Splary 2,400.00 2,400.00 0 .00 2,400.00 2,400.00 SEALER OF WEIGHTS 4 MEASURES Experisea Maint. of Equipnent 30.26 Auto Allowance 300.00 330.26 330.26 19.74 350.00 350.00 FORESTRy DEPARTMENT Salary »nd Wages Salary 4,000.00 Labor 13.630.80 17,630.80 17,630.80 3.20 17,634.00 1,000.00 16,634.00 FORESTRY DEPARTMENT Other Expenses Maint. of Truck 525.95 Other Supplies 876.29 Telephone, etc. 156.90 Replacing Trees 1,107.89 Spray 4,511.26 Maint. of Equip uent 354.75 Workmen’s Compensation Insurance 975.57 New Equipment 448.00 8,956.61 8,956.61 3.39 8,960.00 400.00 8,560.00 FORESTRY DEPARTMENT Workmen’s Compensation Insurance 1955 333.88 333.88 0.00 333.88 333.88 Kelly Monumental Works Daauge 544.00 5U.00 0.00 5U.00 5U.00 DOG OFFICER Expense Statutory Fees 280.00 Other than Statutory 202.00 Transportation 263.81 Keeping Dogs 629.50 Labor 513.52 Chocking unlicensed dogs-labor 312.00 " n n Transportation 128.38 Telephone 170.79 2,500.00 2,500.00 0.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 HEALTH OFFICER Salary and Wages Health Officer 1,800.00 Milk Inspector 4,000.00 Clerical 2,850.00 Health Nurse 3,200.00 4 Inspector of Slaughter 400.00 Inspector of Animals 800.00 Dental Hygienist 2.800.00 15 , 850.00 15 , 850.00 0.00 15,850.00 15,850.00 7 . DEPAHWEST EXPENDED DEBIT DEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT s>- TRAMSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPRCPRIATION ' JffiALTH OFFICER Othar Expeusai) Phona 187.10 Laboratory Malntanane* 199.53 Dae of Autos 733.00 Physicians* Foes A1.49 Tb. & Oipth.ProTontion Clinics ^.43 Polio Clinic 383.91 Cars of Dunqj-Matsrlol 1 , 600.00 Premature Babies U8.50 Rat Control 300.00 Fees to Cities and towns 73.32 Janitor 313.00 Inspector of Pliaabing 1,958,00 Office Supplies 130.88 Dental Clinic 2,368.91 Garbage Collection ’ 10,950.00 Incidentals 2ii22 19,496.09 19,496.09 651.91 20,148.00 400.00 19,748.00 HEALTH OmCE? State Sanatoria Expense 4,978.77 4,987.77 471.23 5,450.00 650.00 4,800.00 HEALTH OiTiCER Fees Payable Expense 20.00 20.00 0.00 20.00 20.00 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Gen. Administration Salary & Wages Supei-lnter.dsnt 5,800.00 Civil Engineer III 4.350.00 Civil Engineer I (Firth) 3,930.08 Civil Engineer 1 ( Foley) 2,503.67 Civil Engineors-Part-time 2,428.28 f Principal Clerk 2.850.00 Jr. Clerk-typist 2,400.00 J r. Clerk-tj-plst 2 , 300.00 Jr. Clark-typist 2,123.64 Jr. Clerk-typist 85.30 28,770.97 3,362.00 32,132.97 1,508.33 33,6a.30 85.30 33,556.00 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Gen. Administration Other Expensee Office Supplies 201.92 Engineering Supplies 245.98 Phone 246.70 Insurance 59.40 Incidentals 58.00 Electric Typewriter 455.00 1,267.00 1,267.00 0.00 1,267.00' 135.00 1,132.00 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Highway Dlv. Maintenance & Operation Labor 141,336.44 F-oSurfacinf 12,786.18 Drains 1,471.10 Street Sweeping 918.51 Street Cleaning 111.38 Patching 5,U9.06 Sidewalk Repal rs 1,142.88 Road RoUete 80.19 Road Oil and Tar 5,137.70 Bridges, Fences & Culverts 4,094.82 Snow and Ice 6,501.39 Workmen’s Compensation Insuranes 5,722.36 Signs, Clock and Numbers 518.01 Phones 596.06 Incidentals 22iOi 185,605.13 185,605.13 0.00 185,605.13 16,723.13 168,882.00 H-EMERGENCY LABOR Labor 1,800.00 1,800.00 0.00 1,800.00 1,800.00 REPAIR DIVISION Material 22,624.20 22,624.20 0.00 22,624.20 1,122.70 1.50 21,500.00 STREET UGHTINC Expense 48,190.97 48,190.97 29.03 48,220.00 120.00 48,100.00 HEW EQuIPiOINT Expense 6,772.87 6,772.87 227.13 7,000.00 ' 7,000.00 EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT Expense 5,791.32 5,791.32 708.68 6 , 500.00 6,500.00 8 . nsPAimtENT EZPEmSD OBIT OBIT WUfMUEU CnEHIT CBOXT TRABTB3 TOTAL BALARCX TOTAL TRASmS BC11M8 AmcnOATIOR W-m. HAIMTZSAiICK AKD CRSATIOB Malntontao* PajroXl 55>517«1A Malntenue* Katarlal 1«A93>55 N«w Hater* Sarvicas 18,931»16 Main Lin* Malntanaasa $,642.80 Shop and Bam 2,930>77 Inaurane* 2,997.7$ Taxas 1,004.92 Ineidantala 75.44 93,913.84 1.350.00 99,263.84 0.00 95,263.84 12,137.00 83,126.84 H-RiiB UB ummim W-SFECIAL M>.IH LIKE EXTBSIOI Nat* rials 8,589.07 1.960.00 10,549.07 1,635.31 12,184.30 10,989.90 1,$98.88 PONPINC STATION Salary ai^d Waft** Chiaf inglnaer 4,366.32 1st Asalstant Sn^ljwar 4,165.12 2nd Assistant Eoi^nacr 4,095.12 3rd Assistant Ensinaar 4,095.12 Assistant Enginaer 3y).!tk Overtiae 577.51 17,638.63 17,638.63 e9.ut 17,728.05 949.00 17,183.0$ P!;«?IBC STATION Other >ixp*ns«s Fuel 1,106.50 Oil 58.36 Puaps 1,539.03 Boilers 45.88 Claanlng PUtar Beds 1,268.06 Cara of Equlpasnt .Grounds and Bads 8,429.74 Elaetrle Powar and Light 36,063.27 Chenlcala 2,499.24 Phone 479.45 Incidentals 25.20 Wading Rlrar C-aglng Station 850.00 52,364.73 52,364.73 0.00 52,364.73 7,828.06 44,536.67 SEWER DIVISION Maintenance and Operation Filter Beds 8,531.43 Repair and Care of Sawara U7.57 Troatmant Plant 9.402.94 18.051.94 2,348.06 20,400.00 6.90 20,406.90 6.90 20,400.00 HI FIX RANGE Ezpenae 17.94 17.94 332.06 350.00 350.00 OSOUHE DISPENSARY LabAr 2,163.15 Expanse 13.524.95 17,688.10 17,688.10 27.60 17,715.70 330.70 17,385.00 RUBBISH COLLECTION Expense 1,150.00 1,150.00 0.00 1,150.00 190.00 1,000.00 PENSIONS Bert F. Madden 867.54 867.54 0.00 867.54 867.54 George Doucette 1,524.31 ,,524.31 0.00 L,524.31 1,524.31 PUBLIC WORKS DEyARTMEKT SPECIAL ACCOUNTS Ashton Road Sawsr 2,U7.28 2,U7.28 0.00 2,447.28 2,447.28 Bliss Avenue Sewer Extension 1,003.40 1,003.40 0.00 1,003.40 1,003.40 Bliss AT*raie Water Replaeatwnt 2,500.00 2,500.00 0.00 2,500.00 2,900.00 Brown Street Sidewalk 0.00 0.00 550.00 550.00 990.00 Chapter 90-Bru'.rn Street 0.00 0.00 1,731.50 1,731.50 1,731.50 Chapter 90-StsrVcey Ayeme 0.00 0.00 34,500.00 34,500.00 34,500.00 Cononwaalth Aven’ie Island 300.00 300.00 0.00 300.00 300.00 Davis Avemi* end Vest Street Uitehlng 258.05 258.05 470.50 728.59 728.55 Dunhan and George Street Sewer 24.71 24.71 454.49 479.20 479.20 East Street Sewer Extenelon 970.40 970.40 0.00 970.40 970.40 Eaat Street and Vamdale Avanae Sawar 0.00 0.00 918.00 918.00 918.00 Equlpaant Repalra (Fir* D|uga} 3,382.70 3,382.70 348.07 3,730.77 3,730.77 Garage Raeonstruetlon 4 Addltlan (Pr*llB.Plaaa) 200.00 200.00 100.00 300.00 300.00 9 . DEPIRTKEKT EXPENDED DEBIT DEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPRCPRIATION PDBUC WORXS DEPiRTMENT SPECIAL ACCOUNTS CONTDIUKD Garfi«ld Arenu« S«w»r 351.91 351.91 0.00 351.91 351.91 Glacial Rock laproraent 0.00 0.00 198.00 198.00 198.00 Hebronrlll* Drain (Tboapsoa ) 3,666.83 8,000.00 11,666.83 254.17 11 , 921.00 11 , 921.00 Hl^way and Water Garage Plans 0.00 0.00 4 , 300.00 4 , 300.00 4 , 300.00 Installation of Diesel Electric Sat 856.50 856.50 0.00 856.50 856.50 Lkther Dan PsTWe 39.66 39.66 1,430.34 1 , 470.00 1 , 470.00 North Are. Drainage 0.00 0.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 Oak HlU-Locust Street Dsaln 2.28 2.28 397.72 400.00 400.00 Park Street Sewer 215.12 215.12 0.00 215.12 215.12 Parking Lot Surfacing 832.C0 832.00 0.00 832.00 832.00 Payaon Strset Sewer 50.93 50.93 0.00 50.93 50.93 Pleasant Street Sower 2,314. 5L 2 , 314.54 0.00 2,314.54 2 , 314.54 Reservoir Construction and Land Purohase 8,832.31 8,822.31 600.27 9,422.58 9,422.58 Rounds Place Drainage 0.00 0.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 Sanford Street Parking Lot Inproranant 475.20 475.20 138.76 613.96 600.00 13.96 Sewer Constniotlon 13,100.00 13,100.00 0.00 13 , 100.00 13 , 100.00 6C Sidewalks and Curbing (Special) 38,237.77 3 , 500.00 41,737.77 62.83 41,800.60 38,000.00 3,800. Tanager P.oad Sower 271.02 271.02 0.00 271.02 271.02 Thacher Broc.k Drainage 350.00 150.00 500.00 c.oo 500.00 500.00 Thompson Chemical Co.HAln Lina Extension 14,743.31 2,000.00 16 , 743.31 0.00 16 , 743.31 16,743.31 Thoapao.n Cneialcal Cou\peny lire Sarrioa 7,258.65 7,258.85 0.00 7,258.85 7,258.85 Tiffany School Playground Ijq>roveatailt 1,130.87 1,130.87 876.83 2 , 007.70 2 , 007.70 Trunk Line Sewer Bridge 1 73.00 173.00 0.00 173.00 173.00 Union Street Perking Lot Isq>roTeaent 130.08 130.08 183.32 313.40 300.00 13.40 Wading Plve.1 Wells 0.00 0.00 261.03 261.03 261.03 •vater Improt sent 0.00 0.00 657.17 657.17 657.17 BOARD OD PUBLIP WELFARE Ada. Salaries Almoner 2,683.83 Chief Clerk 1,912.18 Junior Clerk 1,610.33 Junior Clerk 1,610.33 Junior Clerk 1,543.12 Junior Clerh 1,543.12 Social Work Supsnrisor 2,394.75 Social Worker 2,012.92 Social Worker 1.955.42 17,266.00 17,266.00 17,266.00 0.00 1 , 7266.00 BOARD OF PUBUC WELFARE Adm. Other Expenses Phone 312.69 Office Supplies 1,391.68 Janitor 168. J.9 Auto Maintenance 232.16 Transportatlon-OutBlde Relief 161.34 Seeking Infonsatlon U6.42 2 425.00 2,382.78 2,382.78 42.22 2 , 425.00 , FEDERAl A.D.C. AIMNISTRATIOII Almoner 306.68 Chief Clerk 197.80 Junior Clerk 184.00 Junior Clerk 161.00 Junior Clerk 161.00 Junior Clerkj 176.36 Social Work Suporrleor 279.88 Social Worker 230.00 Social Worker 230.00 Office Supplies 1,117.93 Phone 202.50 Janitor 108.35 Auto Maintenance 205.06 10 , DEPARTMENT EXPENDED DEBIT Drarr UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION FSO. A.D.C.AOUNISTIUTICH eoatlnuad SMklng Infornatlon 133.76 Tronsportatlon-Outalda RallaT 91,60 3,785.92 3,785.92 168.88 3,954.80 3,954.80 PUBLIC WELFARE DJTARTMEHT F«d. O.A.A. Adninlstratlon Alaonar 1,009.49 Chief Clerk 671.81 Jr. Clerk 4 ’Typiat 605.67 Jr. Clerk & T^piat 552.96 Jr. Clerk 4 Typist 580.52 Jr. Clerk 4 Typiat 529.96 Social Work Superviaor 975.37 Social Worker 757.08 Social Worker 757.08 6,439.94 6,439.94 434.93 6,874.87 b,tnk.tn BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Fed. Disability Administration Phone 72.30 Auto Maintenance 70.12 Office Suppliea 471.24 Seeking Information 10.50 Transportation Outaide Rallof 673.16 673.16 1.90 675.06 675.06 BOARD OF PUBUC WELFARE City Xnfiroiary Salaries Matron 733.00 733.00 0.00 733.00 733.00 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE City Infirmary Other Expenses Medical 2.96 Food Supplies 78C.27 Dry Goods and Cloth in|^ 93.10 Fuel 429.32 Light 96.20 Phono 55.49 Other House Maintenance 31.97 Workman's Compensation 2±22 1,499.24 1,499.24 0.00 1,499.24 204.24 1,295.00 BOARD OF PUDUC WELFARE Aid to Dependent Children Weekly Cash 39,318.60 486.55 39,705.15 221.05 39,926.20 326.20 39,600.00 BOARD OF PUBLIC mFARE Fed. Aid to Dependent Children Weekly Cash 25,825.18 25,825.18 2,258.37 28,083.55 28,083.55 BOARD OF PCB;..C WELFARE Old Ago Asotstance Weakly Cash 236,834.85 Cities, Towru) and Institutions 3,625.84 240,460.69 2,900.00 243,360.69 389.22 243,749.91 10,600.00 1,3A9.91 231,800.00 BOARD OF PUEUC WELFARE Fed. Old Age Assistance Weekly Cash U7,009.22 U7,009.22 0.00 U7.009.22 U7,009.22 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Disability Aeslstance Weekly Cash 26,012.90 26,012.90 187.95 26,200.86 9,200.00 200.85 16,800.00 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Fed. Disability Assistance Weekly Cash 12,029.39 12,029.39 0.00 12,029.39 12,029.39 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE outside Relief Weekly Cash 47,911.79 Rent, Board and Caro 15,038.70 Medical 24,979.99 Clothing 976.12 Fuel 845.25 Towns, Cities and Institutions 8,544.97 Burials 171.00 98,467.82 98,467.82 250.21 98,718.03 17,400.00 1,218.03 80,100.00 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Old Age Asslstanes Rscoraries Expense 4,972.42 4,972.42 2,776.52 7,748.94 7,748.94 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE Disability Assistance Recorerias Expense 2,521.45 2,521.45 0.00 2,521.45 2,521.45 BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE 1955 Bills Expense 486.55 486.55 0.00 486.55 486.55 SOLDIERS' BENEFITS Administration Salary and Wages Agent's Salary 3,850.00 Clerk 2.504.00 6.354.00 6,354.00 0.00 6,354.00 104.00 6,250.00 11 . nEPARTOEHT ESreSDED DSBIT DBBIT tJKEXPEHDED C3fflDIT CBKDIT TRANSPBR3 TOTAL BALAHCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION SOLDIERS* BENEFITS Adsdnistration Other L;':«iib*8 Phone 192.79 Office Sopplles 184.94 Traveling Expenses 420.00 Postage 52.0C Incidentals i^e.QO 897.73 897.73 2.27 900.00 900.00 SOLDIERS* BENEFITS Relief 65,015.34 65,015.34 10,247.91 75.263.25 963.25 7A.300.00 SOLDIERS* BENEFITS 1955 Bills Eolief 64.90 64.90 0.00 64.90 6A.90 SCHOOL DEPAR'mEJn Salaries and Wages Superintendent 8,433.30 Clerical 21 , 031.23 Attendance Orfieer and Custodian 60,00 Teachd rs 683,844.79 Janitors 62 , 509,91 School Physic's!'. 2 , 350.00 School Nui*8e 3 , 450.00 Assistant Schocl Nurse 3,100.00 Cafeteria Mar.afer 4,000.00 Director Dusiucss! ^crrices 2.284.74 791 , 063.97 5,724.00 796,787.97 U,079.03 807,867.00 807,867.00 SCKOOi. DEPARIMEflT Sslcry and Wages George Barden Fund 185.00 186.00 269.00 455.00 455.00 Saiith-Ii'ughes fund 1 , 121.35 1,121.35 776.00 1,897.35 1,897.35 SCHOOL DEPARmSNT Pensions Fra.-ik H. Strsker 1,575-00 1,575.00 1 , 125.00 2,700.00 2 , 700.00 Norman S. T'okey 2 , 665.00 2,665.00 0.00 2 , 665.00 2,665.00 Guy W, Weymouth 1,4CO,00 1 , 400,00 0.00 1,400.00 1,400.00 SCHOOL DEPAUTKEKT Special School Rnnoration Bliss School Nev Entraacr and Doors 567.83 High School Eoof 398.40 Hirh School, Scrub Coating etc. 5,108.00 Flriberg School Printing 970.00 Superintendent’s Bfflco 83.96 7,128.19 7,128.19 6,835.15 13 , 963.34 13 , 963.34 SCHOOL DEPARTKENT Special Accounts Advl.l. Civic Eiuoatlon 0.00 0.00 1,061.60 1,061.60 1,061.60 ” .y^neerlng Report on High School Conversion 450.00 450.00 300.00 750.00 750.00 Out of State Travel 263.29 263.29 436.71 700,00 350.00 350,00 Willett School Oroiinds 0.00 0.00 1,291.60 1,291,60 1 , 291.60 1 275.00 Kc. iaaen’s CompAiiSstion 1,375.00 1 , 375.00 0,00 1,375.00 100.00 , Working Cepit'ai (School Lunen; 4,980.35 4,980.35 19.55 5,000.00 5,000.00 Military Aid Eetirerant 274.00 274.00 0.00 274.00 274.00 SCHOOL DEPAEIWENT Other £i:;»nsas Telephone 3,022.64 School Census 508.75 School CoDBlttea E ponses 905.52 Printing 431.50 Textbooks and Suppllea 36,144.70 Cooking, Sowing ari Manual Training 5,211.55 Expanses ouf of town 203.83 Auto AUowsnco 661.26 Office Suppllss 389.32 Transportation of Pipila 30 , 137.30 Nurse’s Traniiportstion 6OC.OO Pnol 37 , 215.43 Wjtor 1 , 201.19 Janitor’s Sunpllas 1,383.00 Light 15 , 034.04 Towels 1 , 013.29 Special Trcj’sportatlon 1,189.16 Maintenance of Plante and Crounls 29 , 122.38 Graduation 593.97 Expreas 200.93 Sundries 439.23 Nov Equiimnt 3 , 521.39 12 , DEPAHTKENT EXPENDED nraiT DEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS HECKIPTS appropriaticb SCHOOL DEPARTKENT OTHER EXPENSES continued Paroohiol School TrinaportatloB 2,589.35 Tuition 920.58 Conmunlty Use of Building 292.00 Out of State In Service Travel Rxpenae 200,75 Insurance of Athletes 1,527.00 Special Class Instruction 304.66 In Service Training A52.50 175,468.42 175,468.42 184.22 175,652.64 5,000.00 17.64 170,635.00 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT iJewftlry Trade School Sglaries 23,427.33 23,427.33 768.32 24,195.65 1,112.00 23,083.65 SCHOOL DEPARTME..NT Jevelry Trade School Other Expense Maintenance 4,641.07 Janitors 3.a9.01 8,060.03 1,112.00 9,172.08 4.92 9,177.00 9,177.00 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Lunch Room Program Labor 53,209.23 Food 100,397.94 All Other 4.29-0.48 157,897.65 157,897.65 600.47 158,498.12 158,498.12 SCKCCL DEPARTMENT A. H.S. Athletic Account Approprittlcn Account 4,800.00 4,800.00 0.00 4,800.00 4,800.00 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT A.K.S. Athletic Account Expense 9,318.92 9,318.92 865.71 10,184.63 10,184.63 PDBUC LIBRA8T Salaries Librarian 4,200.00 Assistant Librarian 3.625.00 Children’s Assistant 2.950.00 1st Grade Senior Assistant 3.425.00 2nd Grade Senior Assistant 3.050.00 Junior Assiatant Grade A 2.300.00 Junior Assistant Grade B 2.200.00 Junior Assistant Grade C 1,728/02 L. 4 S. Supervisor 2,650.00 Part-time Workers 7.831.3? 33,959.41 33.959.U 440.59 34,400.00 2,900.00 31,500.00 PUBUC IIBfJRf Salar; of ‘Custodian Sjjlary 3,100.00 3,100.00 0.00 3,100.00 3,100.00 PUBLIC LIBPJ^T^^ Other Expenses Books 6,840.89 Fuel 1,081.97 Light 988.66 Building and Grounds 1,736.67 Bindery 986.80 Printing 39.04 Phone 281.74 Microfilm 864.61 Tiffany Branch 108.04 Hebronville Branch 336.60 Washington Branch 285.63 South Attleboro and Lincoln Branch 229.80 Postage 133.97 Trucking end Express 23.21 Carfares 23.73 Office Supplies 831.66 Equlptaent 799.72 Incidentals 156.46 Woiknwn's Ccopensatlon 35.?e 15,784.98 900.00 16,684.98 .02 16,685.00 16,605.00 PAPJ[ CCWasJIOHERS Salary and Wages Superintendent 4,100.00 Labor 21.341.96 Playgrox.nd Supervisors 962.00 26.403.96 26,403.96 .04 26,404.00 ‘^26, 404.00 PARK COMMISSIONERS Other Expenses Maintenance 6,181.30 Zoo 3,527.83 Electricity 376.40 Hydrant Service 30.00 Band Concert 1,309.23 Workman's Cen^nsation 515.10 Oiling Roads 4 Paving Parking Lot 1,U9.02 Ineidentala 9.75 13,098.63 13,098.63 1.37 13,100.00 650.00 12,450.00 13 . DEPARTMENT EXPENDED DEBIT DEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRA.NSFSRS TOTAL BAUNCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION PARK CCMMISSIONERS Special Accounts Edward Anderson Cardens 63.A5 63.45 35.78 99.23 99.23 Band Shell land Purchase 225.00 225.00 0.00 225.00 225.00 Band Shell Plans 200,00 200.00 0.00 200.00 200.00 Bear House Construction 5i,391.46 5,391.46 8.54 5,400.00 5,400.00 Land Purchase 0.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 ICO. 00 Music Shell 6,288.60 6,288.60 11,045.74 17,334.34 17,334.34 N9\.'o 11 Shelter Roof Repairs 500.00 500.00 0.00 500.00 500.00 Out of State Convention 0.00 0.00 75.00 75.00 75.00 Playground Equlpnent 250.00 250.00 o.oc 250.00 250.00 Survey of Grounds 0.00 0.00 175.00 175.00 175.00 Tennis Court Construe. & Baseball DlaaK>Dd lap. 0,00 0,00 86.17 86.17 86.17 Undergrctnd liirlng 480.08 480.08 0.00 480.08 480.08 COHtilSDIONERS 0? RECREATION Malrter.anso of Playgrounds Labor 6,610.74 General 4,322.56 Hayward Rleld Hydrant 30.00 . Viorkmen's Compensation Insurance 150.00 Playground Leaders 1.505.00 12,618.30 12,618.30 11.70 12,630.00 12,630.00 COMMISSIONERS OF RECPDATION Horton Field Fund Expense 0.00 0.00 391.80 391.80 391.80 SERVICEMEN’S RSHAB.& REEMPLOTIENT COMMITTEE Salaries snd Wages Director 1.550.00 Deputy Director 55.00 Clerical 2.350.00 Janitor 260,00 4,215.00 4,215.00 0,00 4,215.00 55.00 4,160.00 SERVICEMEN'S REHAB.& REEMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE Other Exporj'es Auto /llovarice 44.00 Office Supplies 312.51 Pent 420.00 Postage 45.00 Phene 213.60 Light 66.30 Incidentals 19.99 1,121.40 1,121.40 44.60 1,166.00 1,166.00 3T1RDY KXPITAL Expenses Water 1,971.47 Insurance 7,782.11 Hydrant Service 60.00 Fuel 14,1U.16 Light 8,357.26 Bond 62.50 Generator Equipment 7,188.70 39,566.20 0.00 39,566.20 8,838.70 30,727.50 eq.saaVpo KISCELUSEOUS ACCODNTS Ponsiers Johns Bora 1,015.00 1,015.00 0.00 1,015.00 1,015.00 John E. Galvin 915.00 915.00 0.00 915.00 915.00 John J. HeGilvray 1,015.00 1,015.00 0.00 1,015.00 1,015.00 1,015.00 John P. Stsfferd 1,015.00 1,015.00 0.00 1,015.00 Harold Cassidy 1,015.00 1,015.00 0.00 1,015.00 1,015.00 1,015.00 William J. Dssaulnlera 1,015.00 1,015.00 0.00 1,015.00 i,2‘;8.i3 Albert N. Knight 1,258.13 1,258.13 0.00 1,258.13 Herbert E, Knight 1,058.13 1,058.13 0.00 1,058.13 1,058.13 Charles I. Cay 1,115.39 1,115.39 0.00 1,U5.39 1,115.39 WlUlaa E. Riley 1,216.37 1,216.37 0.00 l,2i6.37 1,216.37 X DEPARIKENT EXPEMDED DEBIT EEBIT UNEXPENDED CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATI'K MISCSU-AHEOUS ACCOONTS Pensions contlnoad ,(J R07 M. Churchill 2 , 210.00 2,210.00 0.00 2 , 210 0 2,210.x Herbert C. Parker 2,013.00 2,013.00 0.00 2,013.00 2,013.x Francis J. Barrett 2,317.83 2,317.6r5 0.00 2,3/.’.83 2,317.83 Herbert E. Brown 2,502.50 2,502.50 0.00 2,5(2.50 2,502.50 Eva L. Gob in. Annuity 850.00 850,00 0.00 650.00 850.X Pension Increases 233.97 233.97 0.00 233.97 233.97 VETERABS* HEADCOARTEHS Mass. State Guard lU.OO lii4,00 0.00 li,4.00 U4.X Amvets 300.00 300.00 0.00 300.00 3X.C0 V. F. Wo 300.00 300.00 0.00 300.00 3X.X U. S. W. V, 300.00 300.00 0.00 300.00 3X.X American Legion 300.00 300,00 0.00 300.00 3X.X American Legion SoutJi Attlsboro 300.00 300.00 0.00 300.00 3X.00 Seabees 51.00 51,00 3.00 54.00 54.CO IKSURAUCE Schedule Fire 15,281.13 15,281,13 718.87 16 , 000.00 16,OX.OO Standard Scales 9.00 9.00 0.00 9.00 9.x Boiler 0.00 0.00 200.00 200.x 200.00 Fleet 877.29 877,29 122.71 l.XO.OO l.XO.OO MISCELLANEOUS Accrued Interest on Bonds 309. a 309.41 303.75 613.16 613.16 Advertising Attleboro 0.00 0.00 50.00 5C.X 5O.X Attleboro Celebration 0.00 0,00 1,846.77 1,8(46.77 1,846.77 Attleboro Museuia 997.17 997,17 2.83 i.OX.X 1,0X.X Brovm Street DsKiagsa 500.00 500.00 0.00 5X.X 5X.00 Brown Street Tra.f.fic Lighta 0.00 0.00 96.0C' 96.x 96.x 1,5X.X Christmas Decorationa 1 , 500.00 1 , 500.00 0.00 1,500.x City V-Ij. Ligi'.tic^ 747.66 747.66 2.34 750.x 750.x City Rant 10,800.00 10,800.00 0.00 10,800. 10.8X.X Civilian Defenae 1.687.U 3,500.00 5,187.14 33.80 5,220,94 75.x 5,145.94 Conibinod Hus Station Sitd Confort Station Plans 0.00 0.00 200.00 ifOO.CO 2X.X Cuatodisn Forocloewd Froporty 550.00 550.00 0.00 55C.OO 550.x Damages tva Per?';'u- aud Property 1,443.55 5U.00 1,987.55 4,204.70 6,192.25 1 , 192.25 5,0X.X False Fire Alai-m Seward 0.00 0.00 100.00 lX.X lX.X Fourth of July Celebration 901.94 901.94 98.06 1,«)0,X 1,0X.X Housing Authority Expense 0.00 0.00 243.18 243.18 243.18 Legal Feeo 73.26 73.26 26.74 IX. lX.X Parking Meter Expriuso 132.93 132.93 71,20 204.13 125.x ':^.i3 Parking Meter Repli •aEoute 11 , 092.20 11 , 092.20 0.00 U, 092.,20 U,0?2.20 Penny Milk Fund 6 , 461.74 6,461.74 57.63 6,519.37 6,519.37 Physicians' Fees 0.00 0.00 325.00 325.x 325.x Post War Planning 0.00 0.00 654.15 654.15 654.15 Printing City Docuisant.i 997.62 997.62 2.38 1,0X.X 1,0X.X Premium on Water Benoo 813.65 813.65 469.95 1,283.60 1 , 283.60 Property Haintenaiwe 6.39.67 689.67 310.33 1,0X.X 1,0X.X Sanford Street Parkl/sg 4,678.75 4,678.75 213.75 4,892.50 4,692.50 15 > DEPAKIMEMT EIP2NDED KBIT D2BIT UHKJPENOKD CREDIT CREDIT TRANSFERS TOTAL BALARC2 TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION HXSCEIUDfEOtTS eontlmnd Veterans' Council t Anslstles Ds7 912.64 912.64 87.36 1,000.00 1,000.00 " " MeaDrlal Day 1,316.52 1,316.52 83.48 1,400.00 1.40C.00 World War II Honor Roll 299.79 299.79 .21 300.00 300.00 Withholding Taxes 200,861.70 200,861.70 0.00 200,861.70 200,861.70 Doe Llcensss 3,857.00 3,857.00 0.00 3,857.00 3,857.00 Hslen H. Metcalf Prise Fund 4,330.72 4,330.72 0.00 4,330,72 4,330.72 Estimated Receipts 31.32 31.32 0.00 31.32 31.32 Refunds Pipe and Labor 38.U Motor Vehicle Excise 1,745.84 School 2.50 Personal 97.60 Pells 22.00 RffOl Estate 2,425.89 'Jater 402.06 Welfare 193.34 Water Llsno 13.57 lntci*est and Costs on taxes .15 4,941.35 4,941.35 0,00 4,941.35 4,941.35 INlEhKST PAYABLE IK 1956 3 9i.7 Netor Bonds 375.00 H. S. Addition 170.00 Jr. High School 1,937.50 Jr. High School 1,560.00 195i» Water 2,125.00 1955 Water 5,198.00 Anticipation Rerenue Loans P,802./,9 Sewer Bonds 375.00 Veterans Housing Bonds 2,975.00 Jr. H. S. Bonds 1,050.00 Jr. H. S. Bonds L, 930.00 Water Kxtensj.on 2,278.25 South Attleboro Jr. H.S. Bonds 7,400.00 South Attleboro Jr. H.S. Bonds 7,600.00 Water Bonds 2,361.31 Sswer Bonds 682.33 49,819.88 49,819.88 .01 49,819.89 1,912.39 47,907.50 MUNICIPAL INDEBTEDNESS PAYABLE IN 1956. Water Bonds 15,000.00 Jr. H. 3. Bozms 23 , 000.00 Water Bonds 20,000.00 Sewer Bonds 10,000.00 h.S. Addition 3,000.00 Veterans Houriug 20,000.00 ir. High School Bonds 30 , 000.00 Water Bonds 10,000.00 Water Bonds 15,000.00 Water Installation Bonds 10,000.00 South Attleboro Jr. H.S. Bonds 40.000.00 196,000.00 196,000.00 O.CO 196,000.00 196,000.00 TOTAL EXPENDED 3,990,467.63 Total Debit Transfers 46,935.48 TOTAL DEBITS 4,037,403.U TOTAL DNEir:JIBED BAUNCE3 150,707.69 TOTAL CREDITS 4,188,U0.80 TOTAL CREDIT TRANSFERS 274,930.U TOTAL RECEIPTS 606,511.66 TOTAL APPRCPPLATIONS 3,306,669.03 U 16 . DEPARTOENT EXPENDED DMUT CEBIT UTR=;XP'"NDFO CRF.DIT CREDIT TRAKSTERS TOTAL BALANCE TOTAL TRANSFERS RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION TAl PAYMENTS 2,702.93 3,807.26 3,807.26 State Parka 4 Resorvationa 6,510.19 6,510.19 0.00 427.11 427.11 S^ate Audit of Retirement Syatea 427.11 427. 116,359.39 County Tax 113,959.46 U3.959.46 2,399.93 116,359.39 45.543.36 45.543.36 10.154.52 55.697.88 55.697.88 166,440.12 166,440.12 9,851.52 176,291.64 176,291.64 TEMPORARY LOANS 700,000.00 0.00 700,000.00 700,000.00 In Anticipation if Revenue 1956 700, COO. 00 NON-REVENUE ACCOUNTS 28,309.26 48,431.12 48,431.12 South Attleboro Jr. H. S. Construction 20,121.86 20,121.86 0.00 25,679.18 25,679.18 Beaervoir Construction & Land Takinij 25,679.13 25,679.18 49,602.39 94,457.16 94,457.16 Water Main Inatallatloh # 1 44,854.77 44,854.77 89,333.29 12,880.71 102,214.00 102,214.00 Water Main Installation 1? 2 89,333.29 1U,41«.96 112,450.00 112,450.00 Additional Well Field Dev. 1,031.04 1,031.04 Mflucbeater Reservoir CoruitVBOtlon & 94,564.42 150,000.00 150,000.00 Land Pvirchas© 55,435.58 55,435.58 60,000.00 60,000.00 Sewer Construction 56.857.62 56,857.62 3.142.38 293,313.34 293,313.34 299,918.12 593.231.46 593,231.46 ' TOi‘Ai,"figEtl K TtmES Appropriation Aceounte 3,990,467.63 Taj( Payiaent* 166,440.12 Temporary Loana 700,000.00 iVon-Revenue Accounts 293,311.Ji 5,150,221.09 CASH PATMENTS Revenue Cash 4,856,907.75 Non-Revenue Cash 293.313.34 5,150,221.09 : CITY OF ATTLEBOHO BALANCE SHEET - DECEMBER 3 I, 1956. % ASSETS Cash (Revenue) 1^0 3,853 o 27 Petty Cash 465.00 Accounts Receivable: Taxes Polls i95h 8.00 Personal 195U 336.18 Polls 1955 68 . 00 Personal 1955 729-36 Polls 1956 148 . 00 Personal 1956 2,033.90 Real Estate I956 81,297.00 Judgment on Taxes 341 060 84,962.20 Motor Vehicle Exc:. se Taxes 1954 li.1.32 1955 454.11 60.288.21 . Jud grn 9 n t on M . V 4E . Tf 58 69 60,842.33 Special Assessments: Sewer 610.03 Curbing 3,503.76 Sidewalk 2,864.71 Committed Interest 47.62 7,106.72 Tax Titles 8,239.71 Tax possessions 16,719.49 D e p a rtm 0 n t a 1 puolic Property 66.00 Hi ;"^iWPy 28.15 ub 1 i c Welfare P 7 , 808.93 So 100. 2,772,65 10,675.73 Wate 19: ; 30B .87 1956 12,959.21 Water Liens Added to Taxes 1956 25.45 Recording Water Liens 6.00 13,299.53 o.nd Labor: 1149 115.52 19 50 95.36 1952 552.97 1953 92.54 ' 19 5 1 . 265.16 1956 2,017.50 3.739.05 Apportioned Sewer Assessments Not Duo 1,516,50 Apportioned Curbing Assessments Not Due 9.482.05 Anportioned Sidewalk Assessments Not Due 7 , 864.95 Defi ci ts j State Parks and Reservations 2,702.93 State i‘ o r f daw s 000.00 Aid Hi ay 20 , County Aid to Hip;hways 10 , 000.00 ' Revenue 1957 17,0411.00 49 , 746.93 Total 678,513.46 17 , U LI ABILI TIES Tailings 317. 27 from Sale of City Propert 11 . 00 Reserve for Proceeds y , 748 Reserve for Petty Cash Advances 465 . 00 Premium on V/ater Bonds 1 ^69 . 95 Interest on Water Bonds 303. 75 Reserve for Payment of Veterans Housing Bonds 171,200, 00 Surplus from Sale of Veterans Houses 72,494. 53 Parking Meter Receipts 898, 51 Off-Street Parking Receipts 730, 31 Post Fund War 1 , 406 . 09 Overlay Accounts: 1954 3 U..18 1955 797.36 1956 1,022.69 ', Overlay Surplus Reserve 0 I| . 3 879 .U 8 , 3 65 Revenue Reserved until collected Motor Vehicle Excise Tax 60 , 61; 2.33 Special Assessments 7,106.72 Tax Titles 2 li, 9 S9.20 Departmental 10,675.73 Water 17,038.58 120,622. 56 Appropriati on Balances: Assessing Department Changing Plates 371.53 Assessing Department New Plats 583. 3 Planning Board -Revi sing Zoning Map I1O6.OO Fire Dept. Pumping Engine Purchase 17 , 04H .00 Pti re Dept. Communications Equipment 6,823.77 Public Works Dept. Special Main Line Extenslonl 035 » 31 Ercwn Street Sidewalk 550.00 ChapPer 90-Brown Street 1,731.50 500,00 Chapter 90-Starkey Avenue 34 , Davis Avenue k West Street 470.50 Dunham and George St. Sev/er 454.49 East Street & Verndale Ave . Sewer 918.00 Fire Damage-Equipment Repair 348.07 Hebronville Drain 254.17 Glacial Rock Improvement 198.00 Oak Hill-Locust Street Drain 397.72 Reservoir Construction & Land Damage 600. 27 Rounds Place Drainage 150.00 Garage Reconstruction & Addition (Plans) 100.00 Highway k V/ater Garage Plans 300.00 Luther Dam Fence 1,430.34 North Avenue Drainage 50.00 Sanford Street Parking Lot 138.76 Union Street Parking Lot 183.32 Tiffany School Playground Improvement 876.83 Sidewalk & Curbing Special 02.83 Wading River Wells 201.03 Water Improvement 657.17 18 . LIABILITIES Public V/elfare Department Fed. A .D.C .AUmAnlstratlon 168.88 Fed. A .0 . A .Administration 113)4.93 Fed, D. A. Administration 1.90 Fed. Aid to Dependent Children 2,258.37 O.A.A. Recoveries 2,776,52 School Department Smith Hughes Fund 209,00 G-eorge Barden Fund 776,00 Out-of-3tate Travel 436,71 Adult Civic FIducation 1,001.00 Special School Renovation 6,835.15 W511ett School Grounds 1,291.60 School Lunch program 000,47 A .H .3 . A.thleti c Association 865.71 Engineers Report H . S . Conversion 300.00 Park Commissioners Music Shell 11,045.74 3e'>r House Construction 8 .54 Baseball Diamond Improvement 86.17 Edward Anderson Gardens 35.78 Survey of Grounds 175.00 Land Purchase 100.00 Commissioners of Recreation Hor ton Fund 391060 Brown Street Traffic Lights 96.00 Attleboro Celebration 1,840.77 Civilian Defense 33,80 Post W a I' P 1 a n ni n g 654.15 Physicians Fees 325.00 Parkinp; Meter Expense 71.20 Housing A.utnority Expense 2l|3 . 18 Combined Bus Station & Comfort Station Plans 200.00 Penny Ml Ik l-'und 57,03 False Fire Alarm Reward 100.00 Sanford Street Parking Meters 213.75 109,338.39 State ano Co'unty Aid to Highv/ays Revenue 30,000.00 Deferred Revenue Accounts; Apportioned Sewer Asses s , Revenue Due in 10 G7 270.40 1958 259.80 1959 259.80 196c 254.00 1961 190.65 1962 104.75 1963 82.30 196lj 17.40 1965 17.40 1,516.50 19 . : ( Deferred Revenue Accounts continued Apportioned Cui’bing Assessment Rev, Due in 1957 1,634.10 1 1958 , 460.95 1959 1,306.50 1960 1,223.40 1961 1,077.30 1962 992.60 1963 880.50 1964 522.50 1965 356.20 9,482.05 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment Rev. Due in 1957 1.490.80 1958 1.331.80 19^9 1,149.45 1960 1,050.05 1961 874.30 1962 788.65 1963 611.90 1964 361.50 1903 206.50 7,864.95 Ove res tiraates County Tax 2,399.93 Bristol County Tb . Hospital 10,134.52 12,554.45 Surplus Revenue (E & D) 119,057.50 Total Assets ^i>6?8,5l3.46 Total Liabilitie; 6678 , 513 .l;-6 RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES on uand 1 and to Cash January , 1956 received date 5 , 853 , 992.48 Payments for year 1956 5. 150.221.09 Balance December 3I, I93O 703,771.39 SCHEDULE OF CITY DEBT Recorded in Auditing Department Inside Debt Limit (Authorized by General Law.) Sewer Bonds 80 , 000.00 Jr. H.S. Bonds (Peter Thacher) 000.00 000.00 151 , 231 , Outside Debt Limit (Authorized by Special Law) High School Addition 3,500.00 Veterans’ Housing Bonds 160.000. 00 Water Bonds 832, 064. 00 Jr. H. S, (Peter Thacher) 430.000. 00 South Attleboro Jr. H. S. 720.000. 00 2.168.1 64.00 2.399.104.00 20 . TRUST FUNDS 210 171,78 In Hands of City Treasurer , In Hands of Library Trustees 192,431,21 In Hands of At tleborou^^h Hospital Co, 3_;.jf99ii.08 Total 4,149,546,07 In Hands of City Treasurer: 1 Deborah Starkey Fund , 690.87 Marf^aret Spangler Park Fund 5,303.92 C apron Fund 1+7,397.13 Ruth Holden Fund 7,909.77 1 Trl- centennial Fund , 402.53 Florence Hayv;ard Sv/eet Fund 13,301.08 Maurice J. Baer Fund 11 , 182.83 S. M. Stone Fund 11,256.30 Joseph Finberg Fund y 079.1+1+ Post vVar Rehabilitation Fund [+,768.97 Nellie K. Cooper Fund 1,158.19 Louis p, Metcalf Fund 90,307.60 Helen VA. Metcalf Fund 1+9. 1+0 Everett 3. Horton Fund 8,1+1+3.75 In Hands of LibraiB?- Trustees: Principal Accounts ll+9 , 588 . 16 Income Accounts 1+2, 81+3. 05 In Hands of Attleborough Hospital Co Hospital F-'.nd No. 1. 1 , 833 , 411+-. 69 Hospital Fund No. 2 1 , 034 , 034.21 Sturdv Hospital Expansion Fund 87 8 . 904 [18 4,149,556.07 4,149,556.07 SCHEDULE OF CI TY PKOPERTY Recorded in Assessing Department TAXABLE Real Estate, 12 Holman Street 6,200.00 NON- TAXABLE Fire Department: South Main Street Hose House 62,645*66 Twin Vi 1.1 age Fire Station 9,560.00 Union Street i Hose House 3 4., 725*00 Newport Avenue Hose House 20,785*00 Peck Street Lot 65O.OO Hebronville Lot 460.00 21 . : Miscellaneous Attleborour^h Hospital Inc. I|70,ll|0.00 Attleboro Public Library 121,100,00 1 000.00 Anf^ell Park , Blackinton Park North Main St, West Side 2.300.00 Briggs Playground 21,)l50.00 Capron Park 67,000.00 1 Dodgeville Playground . 600.00 Finberg Playp^round 2.500.00 Hayward Field 16.800.00 Hebronville Playground 200.00 Horton Playground 9.270.00 Park St. Common 26.700.00 2 South Attleboro Playground . 220.00 Police Department Real Estate, Wall Street 35.500.00 Public Works Department Hi ghway D,i vi si on North Ave ,W.S . -Screening Plant 5.600.00 So .Main St. W,S.-12 NP 21 100.00 Countv St. W.S.-160 C-NP 31 2.015.00 Mechanic St. SS-191-191C NP ifO 1.500.00 Hodges St, V/S-I92-NP UO 1 , 000.00 Maynard St, SS-I7-NP 6l 515.00 Falmouth St« NS-2B-NP 6l 600.00 South Ave. SS-1 to 9-I3-I6-23 to 50 to 59 “ NP 85 700.00 Devonshire Hoad, 73 NP 90 50.00 South Main St, ES Lot 3I So. Main 500.00 Walnut St. NS 1|5 NP 62 100.00 Sev/er Division Read St, SS-Tool House-l6 NP 25-4l NP23 115.300.00 So, Main St. -NS Lot 59 So .Main 500 .00 Tiffany ES Vi/S Lot 11 Tiffany 100.00 N.y. N,H, & H, R.R, S3-15 NP 25 150.00 i\l,Y, NoH, & H, R,R. SS-273 NP 26 300.00 Water Division Bank St. ES-107B-NP U? 2,I|00.00 Snell St. WS Lot 26 Thacher-V^a ter Tower 1)_5,800.00 West St.SS Pumping Station-Lot 26 West-Aeration Buildi ng I29I1 West StoCottage & Land 52.800.00 County St , W. S o l8l4.-l8[j.B NP31 Garage, Storehouse, 11^,600.00 West St, NS-5-NP 79 2.500.00 South Avenue NS 1|-NP 79 500 . 00 South Avenue NS IO8 NP 80 200.00 South Avenue ES Lot 10 pSC . 75.00 West St. SS-I3A West 150.00 West St. Lot I7A West 3S 58 , 000.00 West ot. SS Lot 27 100.00 Cliff St. SS - 199 NP [(0 200.00 Reservoir Land 15 . 500.00 West St. WS-3K NP 79 i , boo . 00 Rear West St. P NP 1 3 79 . 200.00 I4.O Third St. ES-lSo NP 1+ 20.00 Read St/ NS -Lot I3 Read 2 , 000.00 West St. NS 1 to 7-11 to 16 Pidge Pt. 800.00 West St. NS-NP 79 Uoo.oo 22 , School Departmeivt A Bliss School Park Street ll|7,225oOO I ^ Bricrgs Corner School 17,^00.00 Farner’ s School 17,000,00 Finberg's School 121 , 000,00 High School 369.400.00 Lincoln School 133 . 060.00 Richardson School 157 . 100.00 Sanford St. Supt.’s Office 335375.00 South Attleboro Jr. High School 708,000,00 Peter Thacher School 702; 680, 00 Tiffany School 52,000,00 Washington Street School 55/200,00 Willett School 182.905.00 Votj ng Booth Union Street 14.515.00 Attleboro Housing Authority: South Avenue (15 Units) 343,800 .00 Welfare Department-Tiffany Street 15.400.00 Miscellaneous Lot Oakland Avenue Briggs Corner Water Hole !B8;88 Mendon Road 3 Lots 45.00 Fisher Ledge 375.00 North Main St. Parking Lot 20.800.00 MUNICIPAL CONTRIBUTORY RETIREMENT FUIiDS Annuity Savings p’und 310,1+67.15 Annuity Reserve Fund 826 . 6 384 , 3511.97 37 , s 71,121.71 Pension Fund 103,932.03 2 Special Accrued Interest , 315.59 Military Leave Fund 4 , 013.66 Expense p'^und 497. 69 458,737.18 458,737.18 23 . . Annual Report INDEX Page Attleboro Hospital . . . 13, 15 Board of Assessors . . . 93 Building Inspector ...... 44 City Auditor 104 City Clerk 1 City Collector 18 City Forester 30 City Solicitor 97 City Treasurer. 54 Council Attendance Record 5 Custodian of Property 1Q3 Dog Officer. 12 Electrical Inspector 43 Fire Department ...... 32 Health Department 82 Housing Authority 98 License Commissioners 64 Park Commissioners 47 Planning Board 6 Police Department. 23 Public Library 49 Public Welfare Department. 19 Public Works Department 65 Recreation Commissioners ...... 31 School Committee. . 78 Sealer of Weights and Measures 12 State Aid and Soldier's Relief Agent - 95 Superintendent of Fire Alarm 40 Veterans' Service Center 96 Zoning Board of Appeals I”? . . . V ' 0 0 1-^ Ip I j -.3 01 n oJi ttav' i UK - * .^orti^r I'V. -•••>'<1. # • # Ik 4 ) . .' .‘ ...... < i.. . • • * • ., - . I a ,w .. . b*t.^o^H'-9on$Uavtf^ I * • rfl''^-' • l» »*)«*«]'» « • « ...... 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