Board of Selectmen
Library Meeting Room
February 10, 2003
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Roger L. Putnam, Jr. Selectmen present included Michael May, Dale Donovan, Michael Parlante and Jerry Houk. Town Administrator Tim Smith also attended.
Announcements:
Selectman Putnam announced that a meeting of the Lower Cape Selectmen has been tentatively scheduled for March 22, 2003; various items of interest will be on the agenda.
Open Session:
- Alison Marshak addressed the Board regarding the use of Town property by a private group without Town Meeting approval, citing use of 335 Main St. (former Catholic Church). It was explained that the 335 Main St. use is temporary and is a unique situation. She asked if other Town-owned properties could be used temporarily by any private group. Selectman Donovan commented that the Board has legislative power for certain licensing arrangements for any Town property.
Minutes of Previous Meetings:
On a motion by Parlante, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously 5-0 to approve the minutes of Jan. 27, 2003 and Feb. 3, 2003 as presented.
On a motion by Parlante, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously 5-0 to release Executive Session Minutes dated 4/19/94, 4/11/94, 4/4/94, 3/28/94, 3/14/94, 3/13/94, 3/7/94, 2/28/94, 2/14/94, 1/31/94, 1/18/94, 1/12/94, 1/10/94, 1/3/94.
Selectmen's Comments:
- Selectman Houk - 1) received a request from the Board of Health for a meeting in the spring with the Water Commissioners to discuss Regulation 508. Health Agent Emily Beebe explained Regulation 508 as it pertains to Coles Neck water supply; 2) suggested that Alice Boyd be invited to a BOS meeting to review options for the former Catholic Church property.
- Selectman May read a letter of thanks from Harbormaster Mike Flanagan to the DPW for assistance in freeing a sinking vessel at the Pier.
- Chairman Putnam commended the DPW for its road work during the recent snowstorms.
Correspondence:
Selectman Donovan referred to a letter from the Brewster Board of Selectmen regarding the elimination of Channel 3 Cable News Broadcast. On a motion by Selectman Donovan, seconded by Selectman Houk, it was voted unanimously 5-0 to support the Town of Brewster; Selectman Donovan will draft a letter for signature.
Chairman Putnam provided MMA material on State legislation. Board members are asked to review the information for discussion about bills pertinent to the Town of Wellfleet. Chairman Putnam will write letters to Senator O'Leary and Representative Gomes.
Auditor Recommendation:
Town Administrator Smith received three proposals for financial auditing services and recommends Powers & Sullivan. On a motion by Parlante, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously 5-0 to contract for one year with Powers & Sullivan in the amount of $19,000 to provide financial auditing services only.
Board/Committee Appointments:
On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Parlante, the Board voted unanimously 5-0 on an interim appointment, subject to follow-up interview, of Alan Dodge to the Historical Review Board. Interviews of Charles Mulligan and Mike Andolina were conducted for the Recreation Committee; interviews of Robert McCaffery and Tara Cappello were rescheduled to the next meeting.
New Business:
Lighthouse Restaurant - On a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously 5-0 to approve the closing of the Lighthouse Restaurant for the period of Feb. 18 through April 10 for cleaning and maintenance.
ACEC Working Group - Conservation Agent Emily Beebe addressed the Board and provided a handout of minutes of the 2/4/03 meeting of the Wellfleet Harbor ACEC Resource Management Plan (Wellfleet, Truro, Eastham, Mass. Audubon, CC National Park Service and CZM). The group is meeting for stewardship, not regulatory purposes.
Underground Utility Lines:
Selectman Parlante reported information obtained to date with the assistance of Assistant Town Administrator Peterson. Memos from the Town of Provincetown and Cape Cod Commission were read. Discussion followed. Selectman Parlante will continue researching this matter for ongoing discussion by the Board.
Special/Annual Town Meeting Warrants Draft:
The Board discussed Article requests including:
- STM Article (Rescind and appropriate funds): Town Clerk/Treasurer Rickman explained the purpose of these Articles.
- ATM Article (Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic): Chief Hight provided background information and discussion followed including staffing needs, regionalization, mutual aid, demographics, etc.
- ATM Articles (Map 41, Parcel 43 Koessel property): Open Space/Land Bank Committee members Janis Plaue and Alan Platt provided information and a map. Discussion included Land Bank funds status.
- ATM Article (Affordable Housing Trust Fund): It was suggested that the proposed make-up of the Board of Trustees be reconsidered.
- ATM Articles (Planning Board): On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously 5-0 to refer these articles to the Planning Board for further development.
- ATM Article (Estuaries Project): Health/Conservation Agent Beebe decreased the amount requested from $40,000 to $10,000.
- ATM Articles (Housing Authority): Housing Authority Chair Durkee read a letter and provided a list of houses for sale in the Town. Discussion followed.
On a motion by Parlante, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jeanne May
Administrative Clerk
Roger L. Putnam, Jr. Chair Michael May Dale Donovan
Michael Parlante Jerry Houk
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