BOARD OF SELECTMEN August 25, 2003
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. Present were Chairman Elizabeth Sullivan, Selectmen Andre Martecchini, John Tuffy and Town Manager Rocco Longo.
OPEN FORUM
There was no one present for Open Forum
FY04 & FY05 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
FY04 and FY05 budget presentations were given by Joe Grady, Conservation Administrator, Richard MacDonald, Director, Inspectional Services and Christine Stickney, Town Planner. Highlights of the presentation are as follows:
On average 2500-3000 permits are issued annually by the above noted departments with review from other Town boards and departments.
Pressure for development has never been greater. The availability of land is decreasing and those obtainable parcels are marginal with intense issues surrounding their development.
A significant amount of every day routine is spent providing Customer Service.
Land development has become more technical and detailed as a result of marginal parcels being developed.
There are 7 different types of permits issued by the Conservation department, 25 different types of permits issued by the Inspectional Services department and 10 different types of approvals issued by the Planning department.
Permits are time sensitive and must adhere to a regulatory clock, requiring a constant vigil to assure compliance.
Consequences of Budget Cuts:
Will slow the permit process and possibly compromise regulatory deadlines.
Reactive review and less long-term planning.
Reduction in staff training would create a potential certification loss and less customer service.
Future needs for Land Use Development:
Development and implementation of town-wide GIS – Geographic Information System.
A Town engineer for professional engineering review.
Computer hardware/software compatible with the private sector.
Professional development to keep current with new methodology and practices in land use development.
Mr. MacDonald noted the group is presently looking at fees and plan to present proposed fee increases to the Board sometime in the fall. Mrs. Sullivan expressed her appreciation for their efforts.
CONSERVATION COMMISSION REPORT
Conservation Commission Chairman, Friend Weiler provided the Board with an update on the progress made between the Duxbury Beach Reservation and the Conservation Commission to draft orders of conditions. (These are the rules that govern how Duxbury Beach is managed and regulates the activities allowed on the beach). Mr. Weiler indicated one of the Commission’s goals in drafting the new orders was to establish standard operating procedures. These rules would specify which beach management activities need Conservation Commission’s approval and which do not.
Mr. Weiler reported there are still some open issues but hoped to have it wrapped up in one or two additional meetings. Mrs. Sullivan noted Town Counsel Robert Troy is still researching questions given to him by the Commission and requested the new orders of condition should not be accepted until Attorney Troy responds.
Mr. Martecchini requested the Board of Selectmen review the resident and non-resident over sand parking as it pertains to the issuance of Beach Stickers between now and December, and requested further discussion on the subject at the next Selectmen’s meeting. Mr. Longo reminded the Board a major overhaul of the regulations was made in January 2000, instituting the 250/250 resident/non-resident over sand parking limit.
BUSINESS
TOWN MANAGER’S BRIEF
Problems relative to Surf Chairs at the beach have been addressed. There will now be chairs available at the access ramp, Shipyard and one in reserve as backup.
The Transfer Station Committee has resumed meetings. Flow of traffic, a new layout and wood waste are currently being discussed. The next meeting will be held on September 17th.
The Town is switching its energy supplier from Select Energy to Metro Media.
A final draft of 7.13 Sewerage Rules and Regulations is now available and will be posted on the Town’s web site as well as the Government Channel (15). Further discussion is scheduled to place at the Board of Selectmen’s meeting scheduled September 8th.
REQUEST TO HOLD A NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY – 61 BUCKBOARD ROAD
Mrs. Sullivan referenced a letter from Mary Cairns, representative of Buckboard Road, Stagecoach Road, Surrey Lane and Parker’s Grove, requesting the Board of Selectmen grant permission to hold a Block Party at the home of Ken and Eileen Jacobson at 61 Buckboard Road on Saturday, September 13, 2003 (rain date of Sunday, September 14, 2003) from 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Mrs. Sullivan noted that letters of approval have been obtained from Chief William Harriman, Chief Mark DeLuca and Richard MacDonald, Director of Building/Inspectional Services.
Mr. Tuffy moved the Board of Selectmen grant permission to hold a Block Party at the home of Ken and Eileen Jacobson at 61 Buckboard Road, on Saturday, September 13, 2003 (rain date of Sunday, September 14, 2003) from 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Mr. Martecchini seconded. The motion passed 3-0.
REQUEST TO HOLD THE 8TH ANNUAL POWDER POINT BLOCK PARTY
Mrs. Sullivan referenced a letter from Mr. Tom O’Regan of 195 Powder Point Avenue, requesting permission from the Board of Selectmen to hold the 8th Annual Powder Point Block Party on Sunday, September 7, 2003 (rain date Sunday, September 14, 2003) from 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. The plan is to block off Weston Road at Powder Point Avenue and at the other end, Weston Road at Moulton Road, leaving Moulton Road open to traffic.
Mrs. Sullivan noted that letters of approval have been obtained from Chief William Harriman, Chief Mark DeLuca and Richard MacDonald, Director Building/Inspectional Services.
Mr. Martecchini moved the Board of Selectmen grant permission to hold the 8th Annual Powder Point Block Party on Sunday, September 7, 2003 (rain date Sunday, September 14, 2003) from 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Mr. Tuffy seconded. The motion passed 3-0.
REQUEST TO HOLD ALDEN SCHOOL REACH OUT COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAM WALK-A-THON
Mrs. Sullivan referenced a letter from Ms. Laurie Gallagher, representative of the Alden School Reach Out Community Services Program requesting permission from the Board of Selectmen to hold their Annual Walk-A-Thon on Thursday, September 25, 2003 (rain date September 30, 2003) to benefit the Friend of the Duxbury Free Library. The proposed 1.2 mild route will begin at Alden School at approximately 2:45 p.m., right on Saint George Street to the end, left onto Cove Street, left onto Cedar Street to Saint George St., then left onto Alden to the Library.
Mrs. Sullivan noted that letters of approval have been obtained from Chief William Harriman, Chief Mark DeLuca and Richard MacDonald, Director Building/Inspectional Services.
Mr. Tuffy moved the Board of Selectmen grant permission to hold the Alden School Reach Out Community Services Program Walk-A-Thon on September 25, 2003 (rain date September 30, 2003). Mr. Martecchini seconded. The motion passed 3-0.
REQUEST FOR A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE – ALDEN KINDRED OF AMERICA, INC.
Mrs. Sullivan referenced a letter from Alden Ringquist, Acting Director of Alden Kindred of America, Inc. in which he requested the Board of Selectmen grant a One-Day Liquor License for the Alden Open Golf Tournament Golf Banquet scheduled to be held on Monday, September 29, 2003 from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Duxbury Senior Center.
Mrs. Sullivan noted that letters of approval have been obtained from Chief William Harriman, Chief Mark DeLuca and Richard MacDonald, Director Building/Inspectional Services and that a $1,000,000 Liquor Liability Insurance Certificate and TIPs Certificate must be obtained prior to the date of the function.
Mr. Martecchini moved the Board of Selectmen grant a One-Day Liquor License to Alden Kindred of America, Inc. for the Alden Open Golf Tournament Golf Banquet scheduled on Monday, September 29, 2003 from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Duxbury Senior Center. Mr. Tuffy seconded. The motion passed 3-0.
MEETING MINUTES OF 8/11/03
Mr. Martecchini moved the Board of Selectmen approve the meeting minutes of 8/11/03 with the changes as noted. Mr. Tuffy seconded. The motion passed 3-0.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING MINUTES OF 8/11/03
Mr. Martecchini moved the Board approve the Executive Session meeting minutes of 8/11/03 and to be released when the need for secrecy no longer exists. Mr. Tuffy seconded. The motion passed 2-0.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS/RE-APPOINTMENTS
Mrs. Sullivan requested the Selectmen’s Office contact the Youth Commission and find out who they would like to recommend be appointed as a member of the Study Committee.
Mrs. Sullivan moved the meeting adjourn at 8:25 p.m. Mr. Tuffy seconded. The motion passed 3-0.
Karen McCann
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