he meeting was called to order at 7:35 pm. Selectmen John Tuffy, Andre Martecchini and Betsy Sullivan attended. Town Manager Rocco Longo and Acting Town Manager Richard MacDonald were also present.
OPEN FORUM
John Andreson of Franklin Street addressed the Board regarding his concerns with changes in the Deep Water Mooring Waiting List procedures. He was asked to put the matter aside temporarily to allow a special presentation by the Police Department, and he agreed.
POLICE DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION
Police Chief Mark DeLuca, Lt. Susan James, Lt. Chip Chubb, Sgt. Wigmore, Sgt. Thomas Johnson and Detective Susan Manning were present. Chief DeLuca acknowledged receipt of a letter from Brian Pattulo of the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission confirming that on May 20, 2005, the department was awarded Certification status. Duxbury is the 21st community in the state to receive such distinction. Chief DeLuca noted that this was a team effort spearheaded by Lt. Susan James, who worked diligently to fulfill the requirements for certification.
Chief DeLuca and the Board presented Lt. James with a certificate of appreciation for all her efforts in this endeavor.
DEEP WATER MOORING WAITING LIST
Mr. Andreson was invited by the Board to express his concerns. He maintained that due to a change in procedure which was not widely known, over 175 people who had spots on this list were removed or moved to the bottom of the list for failure to comply with the new procedure.
He asked that the Board review the problem and extend a grace period to allow these people to resume their previous spots on the list.
The matter will be reviewed and Mr. Andreson will receive a written response.
REVIEW OF BEACH CONDITIONS
Harbormaster Staff, including Don Beers, Jake Emerson and Dennis Pearse were present, along with Shawn Dahlen, representing the Duxbury Beach Reservation.
An update of conditions on the beach, and the resulting damage to plover nests, was given. The groups involved in co-managing the beach expressed appreciation for the team effort in minimizing and correcting the damage to the nests, beach fence and dunes.
The Board commended the group on their cooperative work efforts.
FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Chief Kevin Nord joined the meeting to update the Board on various situations. He reported that ALS approval, effective August 1, has been obtained from regional authorities. The next step is approval from the Office of Emergency Management Services, followed by the Department of Public Health’s permission to administer drugs.
He stated that currently, he has ten candidates with Paramedic certification to consider for the July 1, 2005 hire.
Chief Nord reported the following efforts in obtaining grants:
· $2,000 for community response team training has been granted
· $21,000 for firefighting equipment will be provided by the state
· $72,500 has been granted by the Department of Homeland Security for message boards and personal protective clothing. This Grant will be shared with Kingston and Marshfield
· $175,000 is pending from the Federal government for purchase of upgrades for self-contained breathing apparatus
He briefly reported on the Standish Street fire. Two firemen sustained injuries, one involving 3rd degree burns. This officer will need several graft operations.
The ladder truck, though not used frequently, was of great help in containing and extinguishing the fire.
Firemen’s’ Sunday is June 12, 2005, with a ceremony at the Fire Station at 9:00 am. The Board and Town Manager were invited to attend.
When asked about the success of the temporary sharing of ALS resources with surrounding towns, the Chief reported that for the most part it has worked well; between January and the present time there were seven incidents when ALS services were not immediately available.
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY FUNDRAISING 5K ROAD RACE – OCTOBER 1, 2005
Ms. Kozlowski described the proposed event, which will raise funds to purchase a defibrillator for this private school. The Police Department has mandated two detail officers during the race, and the Fire Department will remain in contact with those officers throughout the event to monitor any situations that may need attending.
Mr. Martecchini moved to approve this event subject to above-stated conditions. Mrs. Sullivan seconded. The motion passed, 3-0.
FOLLOW-UP ON POLE HEARING #P31/48-1 - FRANKLIN STREET
This matter was discussed and approved at an earlier meeting but was challenged by a neighbor at the end of that meeting because he was not present during the discussion. Mr. MacDonald indicated that he would be meeting with the neighbor to review the situation and he would report to the Board following that meeting.
ACCEPTANCE OF GIFT OF $4,000 FROM COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB OF DUXBURY
Mr. Martecchini moved to accept a gift of $4,000 from the Community Garden Club of Duxbury for beautification of the Millennium Town Green. Mrs. Sullivan seconded. The motion passed, 3-0.
The check will be deposited to a specific exchange account under the control of Lands and Natural Resources for the designated purpose of the gift.
TOWN MANAGER BRIEF
Mr. Longo reported on the following items:
· NAGE contract is being worked on
· He reviewed the status of currently open grievances
· Briefly discussed the FY06 budget
· Mr. MacDonald, Mrs. Sullivan and Ms. Ripley are jointly working to fill the two Selectmen’s Office vacancies
· Both positions will probably be funded at the full-time level
· Mr. Longo’s final day of employment will be June 17, 2005
APPOINTMENT TO SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
Mr. MacDonald reported that Harold Tuttle of Scituate would be appointed as Sealer of Weights and Measures. Mr. Tuttle currently holds that position with several other South Shore towns. Mr. MacDonald credited Joe Shea, who previously held that position, for developing a high degree of professional standards for the position.
CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR MAY
Mr. MacDonald reported that despite less than ideal weather, construction costs for May were approximately $1.5 million dollars.
ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE – MARK AND LINDA COLLINS
The Board reviewed a request that the Collins submitted for a wedding to be held at the Nathaniel Winsor House (a/k/a the Leonard House) abutting Mattakeesett Court. There are several issues that need to be resolved; a tent permit must be secured, and the status of musical entertainment needs to be determined. Neither was mentioned when the applicant submitted his request.
Mr. MacDonald will meet with the parties to ensure compliance with all requests. Police have mandated a detail officer. Fire Department has no objections.
Based on compliance, Mrs. Sullivan moved to approve the one-day liquor license. Mr. Martecchini seconded. The motion passed, 3-0.
TOWN MANAGER REPLACEMENT
The board members discussed strategy regarding the permanent replacement for the Town Manager. They agreed to invite three search firms to briefly discuss their services at an upcoming meeting. One will be chosen for advice and support.
MINUTES
Mr. Martecchini moved to approve the minutes of March 28, April 25 and May 2 as written. Mrs. Sullivan seconded.
The motion passed, 3-0.
Mr. Martecchini moved to approve the Executive Session minutes of May 2, to remain sealed until the issue has been resolved. Mrs. Sullivan seconded. The motion passed, 3-0.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
The meeting of June 6 will be postponed until June 7, at 5:30 pm.
The meeting of June 13, 2005 will consist of a joint meeting with the Finance Committee.
MOVE TO ADJOURN
Mr. Martecchini moved to adjourn at 9:10 pm. Mrs. Sullivan seconded. The motion passed, 3-0.
Nancy Davidson
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