Minutes of a Meeting of
The Old Lyme Harbor Management Commission
February 8, 2011
Attendance:
Members present – Bob Doyen, Ned Farman, Dave Frederiks, Bill Harris, Jon Mittelman (7:28), Mike Moran, Steve Ross, Dave Zita
Alternates present –Harry Plaut.
Absent – Charlie Delinks, Robert Falaguerra, Mike Mackey, Mike Magee
Guest—Bob Prybylo
A quorum being present, Chairman Ross called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
REPORTS
Clerk’s Report
The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed and accepted as submitted.
RFP Engineering—Request for Point O’ Woods Parking Lot
Bob Prybylo from RFP Engineering LLC in Southington gave a presentation regarding the proposed Point O’Woods parking lot fill application. After discussion, members completed the form for DEP by checking the box that the described work is consistent with the HM plan. Members noted in the Comment Area that they feel that the project would be enhanced by repairing/replacing the flapper valve to the original condition. They also noted that the wetland at the Point O’ Woods parking lot was created by the failure of an existing drainage system and it should be restored to its original operating condition. Steve Ross gave the completed form for DEP to RFP Engineering.
OLD BUSINESS
Member Appointments
Jon Mittelman stated that he has to resign from the HMC as he has accepted a new job opportunity out of state. Steve noted that Jon has been an valuable resource for the Commission and will be missed. Steve asked for a member to consider volunteering to fill the Treasurer’s position and described the position’s duties.
Steve noted that the Town sent notification that Bob Falaguerra was reappointed as an alternate for a four-year term. With Jon’s resignation however, an Alternate Member will become a regular member, leaving two vacant alternate member positions.
Treasurer’s Report
Jon Mittelman presented the Treasurer’s report, which was accepted for audit. A copy of the report is on file with the minutes.
Pilgrim Landing/Town Mooring
Tabled until next month.
Dinghy Dock
No change since last month.
Potential Public Access Site—West bank of Lt. River
Steve Ross reported that he had emailed all members a draft letter to the DEP regarding the Lt. River site proposal and had noted any suggestions. Dave Zita had spoken to Torrance Downes who had information regarding the Conveyance Bill which is a listing of locations that the state may give to the town. Steve had spoken to Tim Griswold who seemed supportive of the proposal. Tim also mentioned the Conveyance Bill and will discuss it with State Representative Marilyn Giuliano. Steve will follow up with discussion with David Blatt (attorney to DEP) and Torrance. Copies of the finalized letter will be sent to Tim Griswold and all three Selectman, Marilyn Giuliano, Andrea Stillman and Diana Atwood Johnson, Chairman of Open Space Committee. Once the weather warms, members can do a site walk and make further
recommendations for improvements to the site such as walkways or railings. Motion made by Harry Plaut and seconded by Bill Harris to approve finalizing the draft and sending it to the DEP. Motion passed unanimously.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Harbor Master
Mike Moran reported on progress on the liner for the existing pipe at Duck River.
Mike discussed the changing location and amounts of permitted moorings for recreational and commercial use. Steve asked Mike to formulate a report on this information that can be distributed to members when completed. Mike and Mike Mackey are working on computerizing the mooring records in the most efficient manner.
Mike Moran noted that mooring applications will be sent out later this month.
Harbor Management Plan
Charlie Delinks has been working on the HM Plan and thinks he will have it completed for the next meeting.
Shoaling
Ned Farman reported that the latest approach for the shoaling project is to ask the Town to ask the State for $30,000 for survey testing to be placed in the Harbor Improvement Trust Fund created in 2008 and administered by the DOT. Ned wrote and distributed two draft letters: 1) for Tim Griswold to send to State of CT Representatives and 2) an official letter at the request of Tim Griswold from HMC to the Board of Selectman officially requesting that the Selectmen request the State aid for survey and testing of waterways. Ned will have both letters scanned and sent electronically to all HMC members.
NEW BUSINESS
No new business.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM.
Submitted by:
Janet S. Cody, Clerk
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