Board of Selectmen
Library Meeting Room
January 13, 2003
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger L. Putnam, Jr. Selectmen present included Dale Donovan and Michael Parlante. Selectmen Michael May and Jerry Houk were absent. Town Administrator Tim Smith also attended.
Harriet Korim addressed the Board and presented her request to use Town property. On a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to approve Ms. Korim's request to use the Town Hall lawn, fence adjacent to the former Catholic Church and sidewalks on January 20th from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for a community walk in observance of Martin Luther King day with elementary school art attached to the fence pickets.
Announcements - the Town Administrator apologized to ZBA members for comments he made at a recent budget meeting noting that members are serving the Town well.
On a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of December 16 and December 18, 2002 as submitted.
On a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to release the executive session minutes dated 12/27/94; 12/12/94; 12/5/94; 11/29/94; 11/28/94; 11/21/94; 11/18/94; 11/14/94; 11/7/94; 10/31/94; 10/25/94; 10/24/94; 10/17/94.
The Town Administrator reminded the Board of its upcoming budget meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 16th.
Correspondence - Selectman Donovan presented his correspondence report noting receipt of:
1) Notice that Virginia Page of the Conservation Commission has completed the MACC's training course and received a Certificate of Achievement
2) Open Space Committee memo - recommendation on Town-owned parcel on Grove Ave.
3) Notice from Police Chief of change in title for Emergency Management Director
4) Commendation and thanks from Harbormaster to Fire Chief and Paramedics Willis and White for CPR and First Responder course
5) Notice of Community Forum program - TRIAD: Programs for Seniors that Benefit the Entire Community, Thursday, January 16th, 4 p.m., Senior Center
6) Letter from Bookstore and Restaurant requesting connection to new water line
The Board discussed:
a) Business Licenses - on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to approve the business licenses as listed on the agenda. (Vintage Auto Center; White's Upholstery & Fabric Co.; A Nice Cream Shop; Codder's House Furniture, Co.; Chocolate Sparrow; Boathouse Gift Shop; Wellfleet Marine Corp. (boatyard); Moby's Cargo)
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b) Appointment to Public Safety Review Committee - on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to not appoint another member and to request that current and past members of the Committee submit a report on their findings to the Board by March 1st.
Brian Dudley of DEP and Roland Semimi of UMASS/Dartmouth School of Marine Science and Technology (SMAST) met with the Board and presented information relative to the Estuaries Project. Mr. Dudley outlined the project noting that it is a six year collaborative effort between DEP, SMAST, CZM and the Cape Cod Commission to develop critical nutrient loads for coastal communities at a cost of $12.5 million, with a 40% municipal match, or $100-$120,000 for the Town of Wellfleet.
The Board met with Paul Gabriel of Environmental Partners who updated them on the status of the municipal building water project including the design of the water main extension from Coles Neck to the downtown area and pump tests. Mr. Gabriel indicated that the pump tests at Coles Neck and the Boy Scout Camp have, per the ACO, been forwarded to DEP, that excellent water in substantial volume was found at both locations and that either site could supply water to the system. He reported that the site survey and borings are done, that the system design is 70% complete and should be finished by the end of the month at which time plans and specs will be forwarded to DEP, that bids will be ready prior to Town Meeting in order to pursue additional funds if necessary and that work could begin in the spring and
continue in the fall. He noted that the existing hydropneumatic tank is sufficient for the project and recommended that the Town use variable speed drives and use radio waves instead of telephone lines to transfer information to the DPW. Discussion included system flushing and placing utility wires in the downtown area underground in conjunction with the water project.
The Board continued discussion:
c) Appointment to Barnstable County Solid Waste Advisory Board - on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Drew Brown to the Barnstable County Solid Waste Advisory Board.
d) Set Date for Fireworks Display - on a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to set July 6th with a rain date of July 13th for the fireworks display.
e) Recommendation on Beach Concessions - on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to accept the recommendation of the Beach Administrator to renew the contract with the Dog Pound for a second year at Maguires Landing and that concession services at both White Crest and Newcomb Hollow be put out to bid for the summer of 2003.
f) Minutes of Pole Hearing 1/9/03 - on a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of the January 9, 2003 pole hearing to set one new pole on Gross Hill Road in Wellfleet.
g) Personnel:
- Appointment of Part-time Clerk in Town Collector's Office - on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Ruth Marriott as part-time clerk in the Town Collector's office.
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- DPW Positions - on a motion by Parlante, seconded by Putnam, the Board voted 2-1, with Donovan voting against, to advertise the two DPW positions vacant due to retirements, but not to appoint the new employees until after March 15th. Assistant DPW Director Kevin Cahoon addressed the Board stressing the need for these positions to be filled as soon as possible. On a motion by Putnam, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to rescind its previous vote. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to go "full speed ahead" to fill these positions.
- Appointment of Temporary/Seasonal Shellfish Department Research Assistant - the Town Administrator outlined the position and funding noting that this position will not be eligible for benefits. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously to approve the temporary/seasonal appointment of Brett Still to the Shellfish Department.
On a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 8:48 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Smulligan
Administrative Assistant
Roger L. Putnam, Jr., Chair Dale Donovan Michael Parlante
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