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 TOWN OF OLD SAYBROOK
Harbor Management Commission |
302 Main Street Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475-1741 Telephone: 860-395-3123 Facsimile: 860-395-3125 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 09, 2012 7:00 P.M. ACTON LIBRARY 2ND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM |
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The meeting was called to order at 7:03
p.m. by Chairman Collins
Present: R. Collins, R. Goduti, G. Wall, D. Cole, L. Bowman – Commissioners; S. Mitchell – Dock Master/Harbor Master; 2 members of the public; Gerri Lewis, Clerk
- Citizens with Business before the Commission
Mr. and Mrs. Jean Pierre Dionne noted for the commission that they were out of the country when they were called by the Harbor Master telling them that a slip was available to them and that they were next on the wait list. Because the Harbor Master, after several tries, did not hear from them, the mooring was given to the then next in line. This evening they asked if they could keep their spot on the wait list instead of being put at the end, due to extenuating circumstances.
MOTION: Mr. Collins MOVED and Mr. Bowman SECONDED that Jean Pierre Dionne would maintain his place on the North Cove Wait List. MOTION APPROVED unamiously.
- Minutes – Regular Meeting 6/11/12
MOTION: Mr. Goduti MOVED and Mr. Wall SECONDED that the minutes of the 6/11/12 meeting be approved as presented. MOTION APPROVED unamiously.
At this time, the commission read Ms. Lewis’ report. Mr. Goduti asked if there were any problems with working with IT, to which Ms. Lewis replied in the negative. She will keep the commission advised.
a. Mooring renewals – Ms. Lewis noted that she received payment in the amount of $790.00 for 10 moorings from Island Cove Marina.
b. North Cove Wait List update: See Agenda #3Citizens…..above
c. Assignment of Moorings: See #10 Agenda item.
7. Ferry Road Dock
a. Wait List - Ms. Lewis presented the application request of Matthew Stone of Old Saybrook for a slip at Ferry Road Dock.
A MOTION by Mr. Wall was made to add Mr. Stone to the bottom of the Ferry Dock Wait List, seconded by Mr. Cole and it was so VOTED unanimously.
A MOTION by Mr. Goduti was made to remove Jay Rankin from the Ferry Dock Wait List, seconded by Mr. Wall, and it was so VOTED unanimously.
b. Slip Renewals – None
Mr. Cole brought up the issue with the continuing vandalism at the Ferry Road Dock. He noted that nothing is missing however.
Mr. Wall has noted repeatedly that security is needed at that location. He felt that it was owed to the slip holders to have security. Chairman Collins said that he would look into this. All agreed that the ramp needs work as well.
Mr. Wall reported that he also saw a commercial vehicle using the dumpsters.
With regard to the signage, Mr. Mitchell will stop in at Computer Signs and take care of this. The signs will read: Permit Parking Only; and Slip holders Only; Violators Will be Prosecuted. Mr. Collins also added that if violators have slips, they should lose them.
Mr. Wall discussed the section 209-1 of the ordinance: Mooring Area: re parking rules, etc. He noted that this needs to be discussed in detail at a meeting.
c. Ferry Road Project -
Mr. Collins reported that the town sent the permit to the DEEP. He noted that the First Selectman wants Larry Wagner to be involved. Nancy Wagner has been in contact with David Freed, Engineer. Mr. Collins noted that he will call a meeting with David Freed, Nancy Wagner and Keith Neilsen. Mr. Bowman noted that there were minimum requirements that are critical. Mr. Collins noted that all is on schedule.
8. Waterways:
A discussion of “all other” waterways including Long Island Sound, Oyster River and others was had. Mr. Wall noted that he did not agree with the DEEP location of the “no wake zone” on the map. A discussion of “federally recognized anchorage area” was had as well.
A MOTION to request the DEEP to extend the no wake zone north to Green 23 was made by Mr. Wall, seconded by Mr. Goduti and MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Mitchell brought up to the commission that he received a call from George Gwizd saying that there was a large branch of a tree in the water behind his house off of Great Hammock Road. He noted that it was a problem for Kayakers and boaters. The commission felt that this was not part of Mr. Mitchell purvue, so Mr. Collins said he would contact the Selectman’s Office.
9. Harbor Master Report -
Mr. Mitchell reported to the commission that there was a sailboat from New York on one of the moorings but could not get any information on it. A short discussion followed. If this happens again, the commission was in favor of calling Sea Tow.
Mr. Mitchell noted that the bulletin board at North Cove needs pamphlets. Ms. Lewis will look to see if there is one on the computer. Mr. Goduti suggested that he may have one as well. The commission will approve any updates.
10. Correspondence
Dispensation to Rule 11:
- Letter from Larry Ritzhaupt and Leigh Bonney. Have deep water mooring in North Cove w/ 22’ boat. Purchasing larger sailboat; 42’ in length and draws 5.2’ of water. Will have new sailboat middle of July. Requesting to move current mooring to a place that would accommodate the new boat. Would appreciate a spot within the cove, but would also consider something in the river.
The commission instructed Ms. Lewis to write to Mr. Ritzhaupt with regard to his request. He can apply for a spot in the river as there is no space in North Cove.
Dispensation to Rule 11:
- Mark Fortin; Marlborough, CT: Vessel “Outstanding” at Chester Point Marina for repairs; will display yellow tag;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Cole, and was so VOTED unanimously.
- Peter Gillen; Sailboat “Good Decision” will be doing extended cruising; will display yellow tag;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Bowman and seconded by Mr. Wall, and was so VOTED unanimously.
- Les Bowman; may not meet the 50% occupancy requirement due to extensive sailing; will display yellow tag;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Cole, and was so VOTED with 1 abstention by Mr. Bowman.
- Kim Senay; Vessel “No Rush” will be doing extended cruising; will display yellow tag;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Bowman, and was so VOTED unanimously.
- Frank Borzenski & Kathy Reddington; Vessel “Purr Mission Nonsuch 33”; due to repairs, expect to launch boat 2nd w/e in July;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Cole, and was so VOTED unanimously.
- Walter H. Wiegert: Extended cruising;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Bowman, and was so VOTED unanimously.
- Keith & Lori Rich: Had work done but expect to be on mooring mid July.
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Bowman and seconded by Mr. Wall, and was so VOTED unanimously.
- Edson Bourne: “Defiance” doing extended cruising;
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Cole, and was so VOTED unanimously.
Bjorkman: Mr. Mitchell noted that their boat sunk in clothesline area.
A motion to approve the dispensation to Rule 11 was made by Mr. Wall and seconded by Mr. Cole, and was so VOTED unanimously.
.DEEP: OLISP Applications:
- Reid and Riege, P.C. representing Donna Zanardi; 19 Barnes Road; COP Application;
- Angus McDonald, Gary Sharpe & Assoc.; representing Mark Facey; 2 Redbird Trail; Permit application to maintain existing permitted seawall, pile supported deck, and residence, and fixed pile pier.
With regard to the above applications, the commission took no action.
11. New Business - None
12. Old Business
a. C.G. Anchorage Designations - Commissioner Wall reported that he went to the Coast Guard in Boston to review anchorages. He provided an update on his interaction with the Coast Guard on this matter.
b. North Cove Policies – It was noted that a special meeting in the Fall will be called to discuss Sheffield Dock. Mr. Goduti noted that the town is liable and responsible for repair of “pot holes”. The commission designated Mr. Mitchell to call dangerous situations to their attention (such as ramps) so that they can be addressed by the town.
Mr. Goduti brought up the issue about Mr. Mitchell’s business. Mr. Mitchell reported that he spoke with a lawyer and if anyone on the commission has a problem, it can be brought before the Ethics Commission.
A motion was made by Mr. Goduti that the HMC request a ruling on Section 185; code 23.3 to be made by the Ethic Commission. There was no second. Motion failed. A short discussion ensued.
13. Bills for Payment:
- Saybrook Hardware: (Town Welcome Sign) $178.71
- Bud Shurtleff Electric, LLC: $203.82;
- Clerk: 25.5 Hours @ $15.30: $390.15
- Michael Pace: Unused Slip Refund $355.00
A motion to pay the bills as presented by Mr. Bowman and seconded by Mr. Goduti was so VOTED unanimously.
14. Adjournment:
Mr. Bowman MOVED and Mr. Goduti SECONDED that the meeting be ADJOURNED at 8:21 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Gerri Lewis, Clerk
Old Saybrook Harbor Management Commission
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