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HMC MEETING MINUTES April 14, 2014 7:PM ACTION LIBRARY
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1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 7:06 pm by Chairman Collins.
2. Roll Call:
Present: R. Collins, Chairman, Les Bowman, Secretary, D. Cole, R. Goduti, G. Wall, Scott
Mitchell, Harbor Master; Gerri Lewis, Clerk.
Guests: Richard Beck; William Forrest
3. Citizens with Business before the Commission:
Mr. Forrest inquired about a slip in Ferry Dock. He noted he was on the wait list and asked how long it would be before he knew if he was going to be getting a slip at Ferry Dock.
4. Minutes: 3/10/14
A motion was made by Mr. Bowman to approve the minutes, seconded by Mr. Cole. Discussion: Mr. Wall noted that he would like added to the minutes that Mr. Collins was going to investigate legislative action with regard to the no wake zone. Motion was approved as amended.
5. Clerk Report:
Clerk Report was presented and accepted. With regard to a communication from the public regarding the use of the rack storage at the cove launch, the Commission discussed racks for kayacks and whether it was too wet or damp. Mr. Wall noted that we should encourage use of the rack so it could be controlled by HMC. Mr. Collins noted that he would talk with DEEP and they would probably approve if it made sense.
6. North Cove: North Cove Wait List Applications:
A motion by Mr. Goduti to approve the North Cove application of Mr. Sutton on the date it was received, was seconded by Mr. Bowman and it was so VOTED unanimously.
North Cove Wait List Renewal Applications:
A motion by Mr. Goduti to approve the North Cove renewal applications of Stanley, Garofalo, Reilly, Wiley, Campbell, Hanratty, Conard on the date they were received, was seconded by Mr. Cole and it was so VOTED unanimously.
7. Ferry Road:
The Commission discussed the Ferry Dock slip availability. It was noted that the crane is gone. The docks and ramps are there.
8. Clothesline – wait list
Renewals:
A motion by Mr. Goduti to approve the wait list renewal applications of Mr. Kehayias and Mr. Peske on the date it was received, was seconded by Mr. Cole and it was so VOTED unanimously.
A motion by Mr. Goduti to approve the new wait list application of Mr. Ouellette on the date it was received, was seconded by Mr. Cole and it was so VOTED unanimously.
8. Waterways: No Report.
9. Harbor Master:
Mr. Mitchell reported to the commission that he was working on North Cove slip assignments and also the new assignments. Draft was an important factor in this process and looked to the commission for guidance.
10. Correspondence:
Mr. Collins reported on the following:
- Letter from William Gresham asking for a different mooring location because his keel was stuck on the bottom. Boat draws 4’8”. Mr. Mitchell will contact Mr. Gresham.
- Letter from Northeast Diving Services with a list of services.
Mr. Collins read a letter from Mr. Amos Swain with regard to a slip in Ferry Dock. Mr. Collins noted that the Swains had ample time to send in their application and payment to keep their space at Ferry Dock. A majority of the commissioners agreed that they did not send in their renewal application after being contacted and should not be considered for a slip. A discussion ensued and Mr. Cole appealed to the commission noting that the Swains were the original slip holders and asked the commission to reconsider 1 slip that the Swains could share. Mr. Bowman noted perhaps there could be room to accommodate Mr. Harry Swain. After the discussion, Mr. Goduti noted that the Swains should go back on the wait list and a majority of commissioners agreed.
A motion was made by Mr. Goduti that Mr. Cole handle the assignments of slips at Ferry Dock, seconded by Mr. Collins and it was so voted unanimously.
Dispensation to Rule 11: None
.DEEP: OLISP Applications:
- Certificate of Permission: 18 Riverside Avenue, OS; no action requested
- Certificate of Permission: 4 Toms Road, OS; no action requested
- Certificate of Permission APPLICATION: Re Emergency Repairs to Rte. 154, Maple Avenue Seawall; no action requested.
11. New Business:
None
12. Old Business:
Mr. Wall discussed the chain of emails with regard to the No Wake zone. He would like to have a meeting with Mr. Delgado and asked if any other members would like to join in. Mr. Collins noted that he would like to join the meeting and also he would contact the Essex and Old Lyme Harbor Masters and invite them to attend. It was agreed that Island Cove Marina be notified of such a meeting and be invited to attend as well.
At this time Mr. Goduti reported on the signs for the different areas and his conversations with land use.
A motion to approve the signage was made by Mr. Bowman, seconded by Mr. Cole and it was so voted unanimously. Mr. Goduti will follow through with the land use boards.
13: Payment of Bills:
A motion was made by Mr. Cole, seconded by Mr. Bowman to pay the bills. Motion was so voted unanimously.
14: Adjournment: A motion to adjourn was made and seconded at 8:06 p.m.
Submitted: Gerri Lewis, Clerk
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