Board of Selectmen
Library Meeting Room
June 22, 2004
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Ira Wood. Selectmen present included Michael May, Dale Donovan, Helen Miranda Wilson and Jerry Houk. Town Administrator Tim Smith was absent; Assistant Town Administrator Rex Peterson was in attendance.
The Board held Shellfish Department public hearings consecutively to consider 1) the application from Paul M. Bonanno for a two acre extension of shellfish grant license #2001-07, located at Lieutenant Island; 2) application from David S. Pike for a one acre extension of shellfish grant license #89-5 located at Lieutenant Island; 3) application from Louis Doucette and Gerald Auch to transfer shellfish grant license #01-06 located at Indian Neck from Louis Doucette and Gerald Auch to Louis Doucette and Robert L. Paine. Donovan read the public notice. Shellfish Constable Andy Koch was in attendance and presented his recommendation that all three applications before the Board be approved noting that the applications for extensions did not impede the navigable channel. May disclosed that he holds a
commercial shellfish permit. Wilson noted concern with the distance from the corner of the second acre requested by Mr. Bonanno to the corner of the grant license held by Bob Wallace. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the extension requested by David Pike. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the transfer request from Louis Doucette and Gerald Auch. The Shellfish Constable recommended that the Board approve a one acre extension for Paul Bonanno and consider a second acre at a later date. Wilson moved and May seconded a motion to approve a one acre extension for Paul Bonanno. Mr. Bonanno was in attendance and indicated his agreement to a one acre extension. On the motion the Board voted unanimously 5-0.
The Shellfish Constable indicated that he had received requests from shellfishermen to open an area of Chipman’s Cove for the placement of oyster spat collectors noting that time is of the essence. Discussion included the need for a public hearing to amend the temporary rules and regulations relative to this opening. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to allow the placing of Chinese hats with the understanding they they will have to be removed if not approved at a public hearing.
The Board held a public hearing to consider the recommendation from the Wellfleet Police Department to amend Article VI Operation of Vehicles, Section 1. Obedience to Isolated Stop Signs, Subsection a. of the Wellfleet Traffic Rules and Orders. Donovan read the public notice. Lt. Fisette was in attendance and introduced Special Police Officers Geraldine LaPense, George Spirito, Paul Clark and David Blake. Lt. Fisette noted the need to update the list of stop signs and that the recommended sign locations are already in existence. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to accept the recommended list of stop signs as presented.
Announcements:
· Donovan announced that the fireworks are scheduled for July 2, the car parade and parade on July 3 at 9:30 and 10:00 a.m. respectively.
· Wilson announced the rain date for the fireworks of July 5.
· Richard Robicheau announced that the road race is scheduled for the morning of July 4th.
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· Wilson announced the meeting of the Lt. Island Homeowners Association scheduled for July 3rd at the Audubon.
· Wilson announced that the National Park Service will continue meetings to discuss hunting in the Park.
· May announced that a decision on the boat ramp is due the first week of July and requested that more letters and e-mails be forwarded to Senator O’Leary.
· Donovan announced that July 8th is Wellfleet Night at the Cardinals game with the pregame scheduled for 6:45 p.m. – Molly Steele will sing.
Tim Hughes joined the Board and submitted signatures of 323 Wellfleet citizens in support of wind power. He pointed out an article about the success of wind power in Toronto, suggested Wellfleet Elementary School as a possible location noting that Cape Cod is a 14 to 17 mile per hour wind zone, and outlined potential benefits to the Town. Wilson suggested joining officials from the Town of Provincetown for a site visit to Hull. Wood suggested that the Board schedule representatives from the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative to come to make a presentation to the Board. There was consensus that Board members would like to know more. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to ask the Town Administrator to lay out a process to pursue to obtain wind power at
Wellfleet Elementary School and possibly other areas.
The Board met with Steve Durkee, Chairman of the Wellfleet Housing Authority, who explained that a $5,000 grant is available through the Cape Cod Commission if a Housing Action Plan is completed. Mr. Durkee noted the highlights of the Wellfleet Housing Authority’s Action Plan and emphasized that the Housing Authority needs Town-owned land to proceed with affordable housing. Discussion included the figures used to calculate the number of affordable year round dwellings and using the Local Housing Partnership’s charge as the Housing Authority’s “strategies”. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to accept the Action Plan 2004 from the Wellfleet Housing Authority as presented. Mr. Durkee indicated that he will bring the Action Plan to the
Local Housing Partnership for review. Elaine McIlroy reviewed the results of the Wellfleet Housing Survey which was sent out with the annual census. It was suggested that the data be reviewed using a more mathematical method.
The Board discussed:
a) Shellfish Department Reorganization – Shellfish Constable Andy Koch addressed the Board to recommend that the two part-time (19 hour/week) Deputy Shellfish Constable positions be combined into one full-time position. May disclosed that he is a Town employee. The Shellfish Constable indicated that it is difficult to fill such part-time positions and that the current Deputy Shellfish Constable is working 40 hours/week with no benefits. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Shellfish Department consolidation. The Assistant Town Administrator indicated that the position will be posted internally and not advertised in the newspaper.
b) Business Licenses – on a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the business licenses of Kelley’s Flowers and Tim’s Used Books, Inc.
c) Pond Avenue Landing Access – Tom Flynn of the Coastal and Pond Access Committee was in attendance and explained that the Lieutenant Island Bridge was built by the State with the understanding that landings would be maintained. He recommended that the landings be reclaimed and that the Town Administrator be asked to address any legal issues. On a motion by
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Donovan, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to accept the recommendation from the Coastal and Pond Access Committee. Wilson suggested a site visit.
d) Set Date for Fall Special Town Meeting – the Assistant Town Administrator noted potential STM issues including funds for immediate repairs to the Lt. Island Bridge and for a feasibility study and construction drawings for the Police/Fire Station project. Discussion included bringing a matter voted down at an Annual Town Meeting back to a special town meeting and questions regarding ownership of the Lt. Island Bridge. It was suggested that this matter be scheduled for discussion at the Board’s next meeting.
e) Special Liquor Licenses – Donovan moved and Wilson seconded a motion to approve special liquor licenses for the Jacob Fanning Gallery on 7/3, 7/10, 7/24, 8/7, 8/21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Blue Heron Gallery on 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 8/7, 8/14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; the Nicholas Harrison Gallery on 7/3, 7/17, 7/31, 8/7 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Discussion included the need to clarify the process for licensing galleries that wish to offer wine to patrons. The Assistant Town Administrator indicated that the Town Administrator is waiting to receive an opinion from Town Counsel on this matter and will be recommending a policy to the Board. The Board voted unanimously in favor of the motion. Fred Young outlined his conversation with a representative of the ABCC regarding special liquor licenses and
requested a one day license for June 26. The Board took no action on this request. Wood suggested that the Board meet next Tuesday, June 29 at 7:00 p.m. to hear special liquor license applications. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to meet next Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at a place to be determined. Wood requested that anyone who wants a special liquor license go to the Administration Office and submit an application.
f) Backhoe Bid – on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to accept the bid of Schmidt Equipment in the amount of $81,382 (after trade allowance), plus the addition of Option A in the amount of $4,795 for a total purchase price of $86,177.
g) Board of Selectmen Appointments/Reappointments – on a motion by Houk, seconded by
Wilson the Board voted unanimously to reappoint Christopher Merl to the Shellfish Advisory Committee and Truro Police Officers Domingo Gonzalez and Nicholas J. Ambrosini as Special Police Officers.
h) Uncle Tim’s Bridge – Wilson and the Assistant Town Administrator each noted their
conversations with Sarah Korjeff of the Cape Cod Commission regarding the availability of grant funds for repairs to the bridge. There was consensus that the Assistant Town Administrator and Selectwoman Wilson meet with Ms. Korjeff. The Assistant Town Administrator indicated that these funds normally are a 50/50 match with the town.
i) Goals Process – Wood suggested that the Town Administrator come back with a
recommendation on how to fulfill the Board’s goals.
Donovan presented his correspondence report noting receipt of the monthly activity reports from Department Heads. Discussion included:
· Appointment of Local Infectious Disease Coordinator and Public Information Officer - it was requested that the Town Administrator speak to the Health/Conservation and Assistant Health/Conservation Agents about this matter.
· Sam Hall’s letter of resignation from the Board of Assessors – on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wood, the Board voted unanimously to send a letter of appreciation.
· 2004 SPAT grant applications – available and due back 8/15/04.
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· Application from Susan Weegar - on a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wilson the Board voted unanimously to appoint Susan Weegar to the Cultural Council. It was suggested that the Board schedule a discussion of the procedure for interviews of applicants to boards and committees.
Wilson reiterated her concern with the lack of a water meter at the Transfer Station.
Open Session:
· Dan Silverman as Moderator updated the Board on his appointments to the Charter Review Committee including Jerry Houk, Robert Hankey, Ben Gitlow, Doug Franklin, Sarah Robinson, Roger Putnam and Janet Lowenstein. Donovan indicated that copies of the last Charter Committee’s meeting minutes will be distributed at the Committee’s first meeting.
· Dan Silverman as Deputy Fire Chief updated the Board on receipt of a grant from the Federal Office of Domestic Preparedness for FY 2003 in the amount of $36,173 to expand fire prevention activities. He noted a 90/10 split for a three part program with a total cost of $40,000.
Town Administrator Comments – the Assistant Town Administrator indicated the Town Administrator’s appointment of the following: Assistant Harbormaster – Michael May, Thomas Jarvis, Harry Anderson, Bruce Norton, Richard Bagge, Paul Joseph, Peter Joseph, Frederick Newton and Robert Cocivera.
On a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of June 8, 2004 as submitted.
On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Wood, the Board voted 4-0-1, with Houk abstaining (he had not attended the meeting), to approve the minutes of June 10, 2004 as submitted.
Future Agendas – proposed topics included review of shellfish regulations, snow removal on private roads, handling of unsigned letters/complaints, liquor licenses, reorganization report from Tom Groux, Town survey, budget hearings (September), Town Administrator evaluation (November), planning of presentations for Annual Town Meeting, policy review, review of insurance relative to new water system hook-ups.
On a motion by Houk, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Smulligan
Administrative Assistant
Ira Wood, Chair Michael May Dale Donovan
Helen Miranda Wilson Jerry Houk
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