302 Main Street Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475-1741 Telephone: 860-395-3123 Facsimile: 860-395-3125 HMC SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES February 10, 2016, 7:00 P.M. SECOND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM TOWN HALL
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1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chairman Ray Collins.
2. Roll Call:
Present: Ray Collins, Chairman; Les Bowman, Secretary; Dick Goduti; David Cole
Absent: George Wall; Scott Mitchel, Harbor Master; Gerri Lewis, Clerk
Guests: Carl Fortuna, 1st Selectman; Susan Beckman, Economic Development Director; Bob Murphy, North Cove mooring holder.
3. Citizens with Business before the Commission:
Susan Beckman, Economic Development Director for the Town of Old Saybrook, presented an overview of the Mariners Way Plan, a ten-year plan that is intended to addresses Zoning, Branding and Brownfield issues associated with redevelopment of this area. 1st Selectman Fortuna noted that the Town had secured a grant to help a property owner complete a brownfield study critical to potentially flip a parcel of property for future development under proposed modified overlay zoning regulations in the area. After discussion, the commission thanked Susan for the overview, and asked to be kept informed of future developments, especially any that might directly impact the waterfront where the Commission has jurisdiction.
At this point, Chairman Collins asked for a moment of silence for Lisa Carver who served as Finance Director for the Town of Old Saybrook, and in several other important public service positions at the local and State levels. Carl Fortuna added his very positive personal comments about her service to the community, and how she will be missed.
4. Minutes 1/11/2016
A MOTION to approve the minutes of the Commission’s January meeting was made by Dave Cole and seconded by Ray Collins. VOTED unanimously.
5. Clerks Report.
The chairman shared copies of the Clerk’s report in her absence. In discussion, Les Bowman asked if anyone knew if copies of approved North Cove mooring applications had been distributed to mooring holders, and also pointed out that the Clerk and Harbor Master need to recommend to the Commission individuals from the wait list, if any, who may be offered North Cove moorings for the 2016 season.
In her report, the Clerk requested direction on what to do with an application from a North Cove mooring holder who did not send his renewal application until after the 1st of the year. Completed renewal forms were due to the commission in November. After discussion, it was MOVED, SECONDED, and unanimously VOTED that the Clerk inform the applicant that his application for renewal was denied.
6. North Cove - No action(s)
7. Ferry Road - No action(s)
8. Clothesline – No action(s)
9. Harbor Master/Dock Master Report – None
10. Correspondence –
1st Selectman Fortuna reviewed an action to install a fence/gate at the Town’s road ending at Cromwell Place to limit vehicle access to emergency vehicles only. After discussion, the Commission determined the proposed action would still allow pedestrian access, and would thus not impact the Plan. A MOTION was made by the Chairman and seconded by Dave Collins to support the proposal. Fortuna will next review the matter with the Historic District Commission.
Carl Fortuna then brought to the attention of the Commission that he has been advised that there are several bills being considered at the State Legislature that address issues related to the Army Corps proposed Long Island Sound Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP) that will impact how dredge spoils from CT. are disseminated. Carl will follow up with the commission and seek input as these bills move forward. Chairman Collins is also familiar with these proposals from his work with the Legislature at Hartford.
The Chairman reviewed two applications forwarded by the D.E.E.P. that did not require action by the Commission. No action was taken.
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11. New Business - No action(s) taken
12. Old Business – No action(s) or updates
13. Payment of bills –
The Commission reviewed three bills from the Water Co. After discussion, it was MOVED by Dave Cole and SECONDED by Dick Goduti and VOTED unanimously to pay the Sheffield St. bill for $42.93, and the Clark St (Ferry Rd.) bill for $28.57. The 3rd bill for Lynde St. for $580.02 does not belong to the Commission, and will be sent to Town Hall for action.
14. Adjournment – Mr. Collins made a motion to adjourn at 8:13
Respectfully submitted,
L.A. Bowman for Gerri Lewis, Clerk
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