302 Main Street Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475-1741 Telephone: 860-395-3123 Facsimile: 860-395-3125 HMC MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 8, 2014 7:PM ACTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm by Chairman Ray Collins.
2. Roll Call:
Present: Ray Collins, Chairman; Les Bowman, Secretary; David Cole; Dick Goduti; George Wall; Scott Mitchell, Harbor Master; Gerri Lewis, Clerk.
Guests: Henri David
3. Citizens with Business before the Commission:
Mr. David informed the commission that the seller of the vessel he was going to purchase backed out. He understands that size matters and he will keep the commission informed. Mr. David has paid for his mooring in the North Cove deep water area. Mr. Collins thanked Mr. David.
4. Minutes: Meeting 11/10/14
A motion was made by Mr. Bowman, seconded by Mr. Cole to approve the minutes of November 10, 2014. Motion passed 4-0-1 with Mr. Collins abstaining.
Mr. Goduti passed out a proposed plan drawing by Patterson Plumbing for Ferry Dock water service. Digging to be done by the Town of Old Saybrook and to be inspected by Building Inspector Don Lucas. Mr. Collins wanted to hold up on this until he spoke with Atty. Cronin before proceeding. He noted that there may be a bidding process required.
Mr. Goduti reported on the Sheffield Street Dock. He met with Keith from DOCKO. Keith’s biggest concern was the ramp to the dock. The dock was built around 1962 – 1964 and is in “fair” condition at best. It was agreed that Mr. Goduti would continue to work with DOCKO.
5. Clerk Report:
The Commission accepted the Clerk’s report as presented.
6, 7, 8. North Cove; Clothesline; Ferry Dock
A motion by Mr. Bowman was made to add Robert Finch of Old Saybrook to the Ferry Dock Wait List, seconded by Mr. Wall and it was so VOTED unanimously.
Mr. Bowman commented that many empty slips were noticed at the Clothesline Marina this past year.
9. Waterways: No Report
10. Harbor Master:
Mr. Mitchell discussed the damage that was caused when the moorings were pulled. He reported to the commission that he was trying to get a hold of Mr. Rutan with regard to the several damaged and/or broken moorings. It was decided that payment would be held until this matter is resolved.
11. Correspondence:
- George Wisner will not be renewing in NC Deep Water. When he gets his new boat, he will moor it in the Flats.
- Bill Gresham requested a spot in NC Deep Water with a bit more water.
- Thank you letter from Jeb and Dianne Embree. Will not be renewing their mooring in the cove.
- Geraldine Lewis, Secy., Zoning Commission; petition to amend Zoning Regs; (informational).
Dispensation to Rule 11:
- Janet Fiorelli will be cruising with grandchildren; refer to discussion from last meeting. Action requested.
A motion to approve Ms. Fiorelli’s request was made by Mr. Cole, seconded by Mr. Wall and was so VOTED unanimously.
.DEEP: OLISP Applications:
- Copy of Certificate of Permission from Angus McDonald regarding retain and maintain an existing 5.5’ x 40’ fixed dock in Old Lyme. No action requested. It was noted that this was sent to the wrong town. Mr. Collins asked Ms. Lewis to notify Mr. McDonald of the error.
12. New Business:
Mr. Mitchell noted that the “Welcome to North Cove….” Sign was in very bad shape. Mr. Goduti discussed the process and his progress with permitting for signs.
13. Old Business:
Mr. Wall, Project Coordinator for Special Anchorages, led a discussion:
- Moorings: what size boat are we targeting; do we want to concentrate on large boats;
- Large boats going aground in North Cove;
- Will sail boats go north of the bridge;
- Should we go back to original Harbor Management legislation which required that HMC have input on all interests…in this case, “commercial interest”;
- Allowances for fairways;
- More robust mooring types;
Mr. Wall commented that he would like HMC approval for a chart to be made. Mr. Bowman suggested looking at Chapter 6 of the Harbor Management Plan for reference.
A motion was made by Mr. Collins to purchase a large scale chart made up by DOCKO, seconded by Mr. Goduti and was so VOTED unanimously.
Mr. Bowman gave the commission an update on his progress with the Army Corp. Sampling will be done in the Spring. He noted that he is working with the town planner as well.
Mr. Cole inquired if anything was heard from Neri Construction. Mr. Collins commented that he had heard nothing.
Mr. Goduti inquired regarding the sliver of dry land next to state pier. He suggested that land could be used as a scenic overlook. It was noted that the adjacent property owner may have right of first refusal.
15. Payment of Bills:
A motion was made by Mr.Goduti, seconded by Mr. Bowman to pay the bills. Motion was so VOTED unanimously.
16: Adjournment: A motion to adjourn was made and seconded at 8:06 p.m.
Submitted: Gerri Lewis, Clerk
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