302 Main Street Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475-1741 Telephone: 860-395-3123 Facsimile: 860-395-3125 HMC REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MARCH 9, 2015 7:PM ACTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 7:01 pm by Chairman Ray Collins.
2. Roll Call:
Present: Ray Collins, Chairman; Les Bowman, Secretary; David Cole; Dick Goduti; Gerri Lewis, Clerk; Scott Mitchell, Harbor Master.
Absent: George Wall
3. Election of Officers:
A motion by Mr. Bowman to elect Mr. Collins Chairman was seconded by Mr. Cole. Motion passed with 1 opposition.
A motion by Mr. Collins to elect Mr. Bowman Secretary was seconded by Mr. Cole and was so voted unanimously.
3. Citizens with Business before the Commission:
None
4. Minutes: Special Meeting 3/4/15
A motion by Mr. Cole to approve the minutes of March 4, 2015 special meeting was seconded by Mr. Bowman and was so voted unanimously.
6. Clerk Report
It was noted that the clerk report was read at the March 4, 2015 special meeting. There is no update.
7. North Cove;
Assignment of Moorings: Mr. Mitchell apprised the commission that he was placing new moorings in the cove and still in the process.
“Welcome to North Cove” sign will be 4 x 4 with pressure treated posts. Mr. Goduti handed out a drawing which showed where the sign will be located at the mean high water mark as indicated on the drawing. The commission agreed to go forward with the sign.
8. Ferry Road
a. Water line; Mr. Collins apprised the commission that he spoke with Patterson Plumbing and Larry Bonin. Patterson will be in touch with the Water Co.
b. Abandoned boat: Mr. Collins noted that it is the property of the DEEP and also read the definition of “abandoned boat.” He noted that he was going to speak with Between the Bridges and the Fire Department. It was suggested to have Detective Eugene Heiney who is also Marine Patrol, send a cease and desist letter. Mr. Collins will also speak with Atty. Cronin.
9. Clothesline
a. Steps: Mr. Mitchell reported that Pat Burke will fix the stairs as soon as weather permits.
b. Slip renewals/assignments: No report
10. Harbor Master Report
See above.
11. Correspondence
- Kathleen Maher currently NC mooring holder. Planning to purchase a new boat 34’; draft no different than current Tartan. Mr. Mitchell noted that he is in contact with Ms. Maher.
Dispensation to Rule 11:
- Thomas Klin requesting 1 year exemption. Will be away and back for the 2016 season.
A motion by Mr. Bowman to accept Mr. Klin’s request for 1 year exemption was seconded by Mr. Goduti and was so voted unanimously.
.DEEP: OLISP Applications:
- Certificate of Permission; repair of existing groin at 101 Plum Bank Road. No action requested.
12. New Business None
13. Old Business
a. Moorings on dock: Moorings left on town dock were discussed.
b. Derelict boat: Derelict boat: See 8b. Mr. Goduti noted that this presents multiple issues; where do we stand and how do we handle this.
c. Port Authority Legislation: Mr. Bowman is in contact with Mr. Stedman. He will apprise the commission as soon as he has information.
14. Bills for Payment:
A motion was made by Mr.Goduti, seconded by Mr. Cole to pay the clerk. Motion was so voted unanimously.
A motion to table the bills from Between the Bridges was made by Mr. Bowman, seconded by Mr. Cole and was so voted unanimously.
15: Adjournment: A motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Bowman and seconded by Mr. Collins at 7:57 p.m.
Submitted: Gerri Lewis, Clerk
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