Meeting Minutes
The Old Lyme Harbor Management Commission
January 13, 2015
ATTENDANCE
Regular Members Present: Bob Doyen, Robert Falaguerra, Ned Farman, William Harris, Michael Magee, Curtis Rasmussen, Steven Ross
Alternate Members Present:
Ex-officio Members Present:
Absent: Dave Fredericks, Mike Mackey, Tom Myer, David Musto, Harry Plaut
Guests: None
Chairman Ross called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM.
REPORTS
a. Clerk’s Report: Approval of Minutes of October 14, 2014 and November 11, 2014
Robert Falaguerra moved to accept the minutes of October 14, 2014 and November 11, 2014. Bob Doyen seconded the motion. SO VOTED.
b. Correspondence
1. Letter from Attorney David Royston regarding Town maps of Tauntummaheag Road and Landing.
Steve Ross read a letter from Attorney David Royston regarding the Town maps of Tauntummaheag Road. The Town maps show something slightly different than what is actually there now. They are requesting that the maps be corrected. The Town replied that they will not change anything unless the attorney provides documentation such as deeds and Town records showing that there has been a change.
2. DEEP approval of application from Hawk’s Nest Beach Inc, (Perry Garvin) for extending groin and replenishing beach sand.
A letter was received from the DEEP giving notice that Parry Garvin’s application has been approved for extending one groin out 90 feet and to replenish sand.
3. Letter from the DEEP regarding a Certificate of Permission (COP) at 17 Tauntummaheag Road
A letter was received from the DEEP regarding a COP at 17 Tauntummaheag Road for Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bagg to rebuild their dock. The DEEP is requiring all sorts of documentation to rebuild what is already there, including modifying the design to reduce adverse environmental impact.
c. Treasurer’s Report – Bill Harris
Approval of Report for October, November and December 2014
Bill Harris gave the Treasurer’s Report for the months of October, November and December 2014.
The ending balance is $17,411.15. $6.91 in interest was received along with mooring fees of $50 for 2015, disbursements of $1,176.00. There was a short discussion and the Treasurer’s Report was accepted with no changes.
OLD BUSINESS
a. Member Appointments
No appointments were made. There are two Alternate positions available.
b. Pilgrim Landing – Mike Magee
Mike Magee had no changes to report.
c. Dinghy Dock – Mike Mackey
Mike Mackey was absent but Steve Ross stated that there was nothing to report.
d. Potential Public Access Site – West Bank of Lt. River and Halls Road
1. Phase 2 – Foot Bridge Across Lt. River Sub-Committee on Hold
2. Phase 3 – Proposed Ramp Application – Survey Bids
e. Lt. River Parcel from DEEP to Town – Waiting for Deed from State of CT
Steve Ross reported that First Selectwoman Reemsnyder reported to him that a couple of State Agencies had signed off on the Deed but still waiting for other State approvals. This should be complete in the near future and hopefully before spring 2015.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Harbor Master Report – Harry Plaut and Mike Mackey
Harry Plaut and Mike Mackey were absent so the Harbor Master Report was not given. Steve Ross reported that two moorings were pulled by the Krieble house north of Calves Island. They were two large floats with no writing on them. These had been tagged in July.
b. Dredging Study – Ned Farman and Steven Ross
Ned Farman reported that the dredging permit application remains on the desk of Sue Bailey at the State. As of this afternoon she had not gotten to it but will shortly. We are working on an RFP at this time as we do not have to wait until they are permitted to do this part of the process. With regard to disposal, they will have to request central Long Island Sound because of all the problems with New York State at the New London site.
Ned Farman spoke of the new Port Authority Bill and how they are all in favor of making the three deep water ports in CT more economically viable. There is some public notice and people are watching with concern as to what will be done for the local harbors and waterways. Steve Ross suggested that Kevin Hogan at Channel 3 be notified when it is appropriate. This would make a great feature story.
Steven Ross read an email from Sue Bailey dated December 23, 2014 regarding Mr. Ross’s inquiry about where the dredging application stood. Mr. Ross replied that he requested that the fee bill be sent to him.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Elections of Officers
Bob Doyen moved to nominate the following members as officers of the Harbor Management Commission: Steve Ross (Chairman), Ned Farman (Vice Chairman), Bill Harris (Treasurer) and Mike Magee (Secretary). Robert Falaguerra seconded the motion. SO VOTED. Ned Farman moved to close the nomination of officers. Curtis Rasmussen seconded the motion. SO VOTED.
The nominations were unanimously accepted.
b. Dock Applications – Steven Ross
Steve Ross reported that there are no new applications. He reported that the DOT was working on repairing the Black Hall River Bridge on Route 156 with most work being done underneath the bridge. He is not sure if the work is completed or just delayed due to the weather.
c. CHMA Banquet
Ned Farman reported that the latest he has heard is that the CHMA Banquet will be held in March. He will let people know as soon as he hears something.
d. Next Meeting of Harbor Management Commission
The next meeting of the Harbor Management Commission will be on March 10, 2015. There will be no February meeting. Robert Falaguerra stated that he will not be able to attend the March meeting.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
Mike Magee inquired as to the status of the fire access dock at the end of Academy Lane. Mr. Ross believes that the attorney reviewing it has concluded that the neighbor has no basis, that the surveyed boundaries are accurate and that the Town ownership is clear and that the Town can proceed with the plan. Docko is submitting the plan to DEEP.
PUBLIC COMMENT – None
ADJOURNMENT
Robert Falaguerra moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:42 PM. Bill Harris seconded the motion.
SO VOTED.
Submitted by,
Mary Ellen Garbarino
Clerk
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