Minutes of a Meeting of
The Old Lyme Harbor Management Commission
April 12, 2011
Attendance:
Members present – Bob Doyen, Ned Farman, Dave Frederiks, Bill Harris, Mike Magee, Steve Ross, Dave Zita.
Alternates present –Harry Plaut.
Absent – Charlie Delinks, Robert Falaguerra, Mike Mackey, Mike Moran.
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.
Treasurer’s Report
Bill Harris stated that he did not have a Treasurer’s report for this month. He reported that there has been no change except for the interest which was $2.89 for the month. Steve Ross noted that Mike Moran said he has many mooring application checks that he will be getting to Bill soon.
OLD BUSINESS
Member Appointments
Steve Ross received a letter from the Office of the Selectmen appointing Harry Plaut as a Regular Member and will fill Jon Mittelman’s unexpired term ending in 2013. This leaves the HMC with two Alternate Member positions open.
Pilgrim Landing/Town Mooring
Mike Magee noted that Pilgrim Landing needs a cleaning. He has moved several logs but there will be more work to be done. He will contact Public Works to arrange the spring cleanup of the area.
Dinghy Dock
Steve Ross reported that the dinghy dock will be placed in the water soon when Old Lyme Dock puts their docks back in place.
Potential Public Access Site—East bank of Lt. River
Steve Ross went to the site with Norm Miller from the DOT. According to the maps, the old road and the bulkhead was quit-claimed to the Town a long time ago. He related this information to Suzanne Barkyoumb at the DEP who stated that the proposal for the site had been well received.
Discussion by the HMC followed regarding the site and members decided to have the subcommittee develop a conceptual drawing with a description for the proposed use of the site. Harry Plaut will discuss the project proposal with Don Bugbee of Parks and Recreation. Bob Doyen will discuss it as well with the OLFD Fire Chief and obtain any formal requirements from the Fire Department for the area in the event of a fire at the adjoining business complex. Once the HMC decides on the concept, it can be presented to the Selectmen as well as for grant opportunities, such as LIS funds.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Harbor Master
Due to Mike Moran’s work schedule, he was unable to attend tonight’s meeting. Steve Ross reported for him that he had received about 70 mooring applications. Mike has not been able to complete the mooring report yet.
Harbor Management Plan
No report this month. Steve Ross will contact Charlie Delinks regarding the status of the Harbor Management Plan.
Shoaling
Ned Farman reported that there is nothing new to report this month. He will check with Town Hall to determine the status of the letter to be sent by the Selectmen to various state officials.
NEW BUSINESS
Permitting Swim Line Moorings and Raft Moorings
Members reviewed the Harbor Management Plan in relation to permitting swim line moorings and raft moorings. After discussion, members noted that the DEP approves swim lines and rafts, not the HMC. Any illegal swim lines or use of swim lines should be brought to the attention of the Harbor Master.
Dock Applications
Steve Ross received a letter from the DEP of tentative determination to approve an application submitted by Graybill Properties for an eight foot floating dock with ramp from the old bulkhead on the east bank of the Lt. River. Steve Ross will call DEP regarding the letter since the HMC has to give its approval for an application first. The formal application could have been submitted prior to the ordinance.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 PM.
Submitted by:
Janet S. Cody, Clerk
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