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11/19/2009 Conservation-Lake Commission Minutes
TOWN OF EAST HAMPTON
CONSERVATION-LAKE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2009
7:00PM
EATON E. SMITH MEETING ROOM
EAST HAMPTON TOWN HALL


Minutes

  • Call to Order – Meeting was called to order at 7:08 pm.  In attendance were Peter Zawisza, Michael Gaynor Brogan, Irene Curtis, Michael Rose, Kurt Comisky, Allen Petell, John Jordan, and Mark Habedank.  Mark Niosi, Paul Peszynski, and Thomas Wells were not in attendance.
  • Introduction of New Member – Kurt Comisky and Michael Rose were introduced to the commission.
  • Seating of Alternates – none
  • Nomination of Vice Chairman – Mark Habedank nominated John Jordan for Vice Chairman.  Irene Curtis seconded the nomination.  Before accepting the nomination Mr. Jordan questioned how the preparation of the agenda in the future was going to take place.  Mr. Jordon referenced the old Lake Commission and how that agenda was prepared.  Kerry explained how the preparation of the Conservation – Lake Commission Agenda is prepared and will continue to be prepared.  Mr. Jordan declined the nomination based on how the agenda is formulated.  The Vice Chairman position is tabled until next month.
  • Approval of Minutes:
  • Conservation-Lake Commission – October 8, 2009 – Irene Curtis moved to accept the minutes of the October 8, 2009, Conservation-Lake Commission meeting as presented.  The motion was seconded by John Jordan.                                                                                   Motion Carried 5-0-3
        Michael Rose, Kurt Comisky, and Mark Habedank abstained.

  • Communications and Public Comment – John Jordon talked on a relationship between ALS and a certain bacteria which is appearing in Lake Pocotopaug.  Kerry Neilsen presented a letter from Lorraine Mara Burokas, Waterfront Park Association Inc., Coventry.
  • Report of Director of Community & Environmental Planning – Kerry stated that copies of The Habitat are available.  Kerry informed the group that she has been unable so far to speak to Ken Wagner on the water sampling and contracts for the following year.  As for as Loos Pond is concerned Kerry informed the group that the town is not going to replace the dam.  Allen Petell went to P & Z and reported that the beavers may rebuild the dam but that is not a permanent situation.  Lake Watershed Management Plan needs to continue to be worked on.  The commission discussed this further.  Peter Zawisza recommended that the commission find out what the cost would be to get a professional to write a report.  He feels that the commission has all the necessary information for the commission to have the report written.
  • Chairman’s remarks - none
  • Presentation on Middlesex Land Trust – The presentation will be next month.
John Jordan resigned.  He will continue to volunteer his time and equipment.  His letter will be to Mr. O’Keefe tomorrow.

  • New Business:
  • Discussion on Hog Hill Rd. Conservation Property – The town owns this property.  The commission questioned if this property be made into trails.  More information is needed.
  • Discussion on analyzing algae samples from the lake (report from volunteers who conducted sampling) – John Ciriello informed the commission that samples from Dec 08 to Aug 09 were turned in to the lab.  Ken should have enough to write his report.
  • Setting up 1-2 educational event days on conservation/lake health awareness events for Spring – The commission still would like to host an Earth Day at Sears Park.  Sub-committees will work on more ideas.
  • Approval of 2010 Meeting Dates – Irene Curtis moved to approve the 2010 Meeting dates as printed and the motion was seconded by Michael Rose.                                                   Motion Carried 8-0-0
  • Old Business:
  • Discussion of moving meeting date to the second Thursday of the month – The commission discussed the meeting dates.  Michael Rose moved to change the meeting dates of the Conservation-Lake Commission to the second Thursday of every month.  The motion was seconded by Kurt Comisky.                Motion Carried 8-0-0
  • Setting up subcommittees (Education subcommittee/Water Sampling subcommittee) & discussion on reporting responsibilities  - Mark Habedank will work on the Lake Clean Up Committee. Irene Curtis would also like to assist on this committee.
  • Email Summary from PW Director on Public Works Practices in Lake Pocotopaug Watershed – Kerry Neilsen presented an email from the PW Director.  A discussion ensued.  The commission feels a letter to the town council addressing the equipment issues of the public works should be sent.
  • Establishing Board Liaisons – Mark Habedank will be the liaison for the Parks and Recreation.  Allen Petell reported from P & Z on Hampton Woods increasing from 53 to 253 units.  P & Z is also working on how to get old maps onto GIS.  Peter spoke on the new ordinance for fertilizers.
  • Presentation of Draft Assessment Report: Salmon River Watershed Municipal Land Use Evaluation Project, dated November 2009 and reminder of Salmon River Watershed Partnership Land Use Summit (Dec. 5th, 9:30-12:30 in Portland) – Kerry has just received the report.  The project will pick two towns for a pilot program.  Kerry would like to know who is attending.  She wants to show a strong interest from East Hampton so maybe East Hampton could be chosen for the pilot program.



  • Public Remarks – John Ciriello spoke on the budget needed for education, meetings, books, etc for the year.  He also feels that subcommittees are important and should report back to the commission.  This helps educate the commission.  He also suggested putting the information on the internet to further educate the public.  The deadline for the Management Plan was November 2009.
  • Adjournment – A motion to adjourn at 9:22 pm was made by Michael Rose and seconded by Mark Habedank.                                                            Motion Carried 8-0-0

Respectfully Submitted,



Patricia Kratochvil