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Town of Wellfleet
Library Meeting Room
May 27, 2003
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Dale Donovan. Selectmen present included Jerry Houk, Ira Wood, Michael May and Helen Miranda Wilson. Town Administrator Tim Smith also attended.
Announcements - Per the request of the Board, Police Chief Rosenthal introduced Special Police Officers Richard Dinn, Christa Biermann and Jed Pineau and noted that the other Special Officers will meet the Board at a future meeting.
On a motion by May, seconded by Houk, the Board voted 3-0-2, with Wood and Wilson abstaining (they were not Board members for these meetings), to approve the minutes of April 9, 2003; April 14, 2003; April 22, 2003 and April 28, 2003.
Selectman Wood offered an amendment to the minutes of May 12, 2003. On a motion by Wood, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of May 12, 2003 as amended.
On a motion by May, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to release the executive session minutes dated 5/11/92, 4/13/92, 4/6/92, 3/30/92, 3/23/92, 3/16/92, 3/9/92, 3/2/92, 2/24/92, 2/10/92, 2/3/92, 1/13/92.
Town Administrator's Comments - The Town Administrator informed the Board of the open house at the new Council on Aging scheduled for July 11th at 11:00 a.m. He indicated that the extension of the contract with Paul Kapinos for real property consulting services is in the Board's office for signature and noted that these services will be rebid next year.
Selectmen's Comments/Reports:
- Selectman Houk noted receipt of a call from a member of the press requesting that an informational packet be made available. On a motion by Houk, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously that informational packets be made available to the press at no charge.
- Selectwoman Wilson noted that she had submitted a disclosure statement to the Town Clerk indicating that her domestic partner is working for the Town as an EMT and that she will be recusing from all future actions that might affect his financial interests.
The Board conducted interviews for committee appointments as follows:
- Board of Health - Chairman Donovan noted that Anne White had been interviewed by the previous Board of Selectmen and asked whether the new Board members would like to reinterview her. Selectman Wood indicated that he had attended the Board meeting when Ms. White had initially been interviewed and Selectwoman Wilson indicated that she too was present that night and had subsequently interviewed Ms. White on the telephone. Chairman Donovan indicated that Robert Waters had withdrawn his application for appointment to the
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Board of Health due to a conflict of interest. The Board interviewed Lucille Anstine, MD and Richard Willecke.
- Shellfish Advisory Committee - the Board interviewed Frederick Armstrong. It was noted that Mr. Armstrong has reapplied for appointment to this Committee because, per the Charter requirement, he had been removed from this Committee because he had missed four consecutive meetings.
The Board held a public hearing to consider the recommendation of the Beach Administrator to amend the Town of Wellfleet Rules and Regulations for Beach Sticker Eligibility for Taxpayers and Residents. Selectman Wood read the public notice. Beach Administrator Suzanne Thomas was in attendance and noted that approval of her recommendations would codify current visitor documentation requirements creating one document for taxpayers, residents and visitors. Selectwoman Wilson suggested that in paragraph 1 (list to be eligible for a Resident Beach Sticker), #4, the words "or domestic partner" be added. Ms. Thomas responded favorably to this proposal noting that this is current practice. Selectwoman Wilson suggested that in paragraph 5 (General Eligibility and Requirements for Resident
Sticker Eligibility), #4, the words "unless they are also named Trustee" be inserted. Ms. Thomas suggested that this amendment be reviewed by Town Counsel in that trust documents are currently required. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to add the works "or domestic partner" in paragraph 1, section 4. On a motion by Wood, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to approve the recommendations of the Beach Administrator with one amendment.
The Board continued interviews for committee appointments:
- Shellfish Advisory Committee - the Board interviewed Nate Johnson.
- Board of Health - the Board reinterviewed Anne White.
Chairman Donovan reviewed the status of the membership of the Board of Health and Shellfish Advisory Committee. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Anne White to the Board of Health. On a motion by Wood, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Richard Willecke to the Board of Health. On a motion by May, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Nate Johnson to the Shellfish Advisory Committee. On a motion by May, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Frederick Armstrong to the Shellfish Advisory Committee. On a motion by May, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Lucille Anstine, MD to the Commission on Disabilities.
The Board met with Harbor Planning Group Chairman Rex Peterson for an update. Mr. Peterson indicated that the Group is ready to file for a request to proceed and asked the Board to reaffirm that the goal is still a State certified plan, to support the process under the direction of the Harbor Planning Group, to endorse the Harbor Planning Group
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Marina. Discussion included Harbor Management Plans being developed by both the NRAB and Harbor Planning Group, using the 1995 draft plan as a starting point, putting the certified plan on hold and going forward with an ACEC Resource Management Plan, possible benefits of a certified plan, 301 CMR 23, Town Meeting vote creating the NRAB and NRAB duties, and reviewing plans from other communities. Donovan moved to pursue a State certified plan; that the Harbor Planning Group go ahead and produce a document and continue to revisit it as it is reviewed; that the benefits to the Town be assessed; that the NRAB pursue a Harbor Management Plan per the Town Meeting vote and that where there are contradictions, they be addressed before the plan goes to the State. The motion was not seconded and was withdrawn by
Chairman Donovan. There was consensus to continue this discussion to a future date.
Selectman Wood presented his correspondence report. The Town Administrator noted receipt of a dog complaint and recommended that the Dog Officer be appointed to investigate the complaint. Concern was expressed that the letter also complains about the Dog Officer. Wilson moved and Wood seconded a motion to appoint the Police Chief to deal with this matter. Chief Rosenthal noted that the Dog Officer is the more appropriate official to pursue this matter with assistance from the Police Department. On the motion, the Board voted 3-2, with Donovan and May voting against.
The Board discussed:
a) Paving at COA - the Town Administrator noted that additional paving at the new Council on Aging is estimated at $19,000 to $22,000. On a motion by Wood, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to authorize additional paving of the Council on Aging parking lot.
b) Use of Town Property: Strawberry Festival - on a motion by May, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to approve the request of the Wellfleet Historical Society to use the kitchen and adjacent areas of the former parish hall at 335 Main Street on June 14 for table and chair storage and on June 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for hulling and washing strawberries.
c) Business Licenses - on a motion by Wood, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the business licenses of Cape Cod Ocean Rafting; The Eclectic Company; Jim's Corner; Cove Gallery; Herridge Books; Abiyoyo; Davis Gallery. It was suggested that business licensing issues including compliance and inspections, be scheduled for discussion on a future agenda.
d) Board Agenda - Chairman Donovan proposed revamping the Board's agenda. He suggested that items which bring people to Board meetings for a specific purpose be moved up on the agenda and that to minimize interruptions, items such as minutes and correspondence be scheduled later in the meeting.
Discussion of the Harbor Management Plan continued.
Selectwoman Wilson asked Board members whether her act of calling Anne White on the telephone for an "interview" was incorrect noting that she had informed Ms. White that she was not representing the Board of Selectmen. Chairman Donovan noted that Board members should make efforts to encourage people to serve on committees and Selectman Houk noted his objection to Board members "interviewing" candidates outside of a Board meeting.
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On a motion by May, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously at 9:57 p.m. to adjourn.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Smulligan
Administrative Assistant
Dale Donovan, Chair Jerry Houk Ira Wood
Michael May Helen Miranda
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