Board of Selectmen
Library Meeting Room
February 8, 2005
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Ira Wood. Selectmen in attendance included Michael May, Dale Donovan and Jerry Houk. Selectwoman Helen Miranda Wilson arrived at 7:05 p.m. Town Administrator Tim Smith also attended.
The Board met with representatives of Barnstable County. Tom Bernardo, Chair of the Blue Ribbon Committee, presented the Committee’s proposal for formation of a Cape Cod Wastewater Collaborative. County Commissioner Bill Doherty, Blue Ribbon Committee member John Hinckley and County Administrator Mark Zelinski attended. Mr. Bernardo noted that at this time, input is being sought from the towns prior to submission of the proposed ordinance establishing the Collaborative for public hearing to the Assembly of Delegates. Discussion included establishment of another level of government, potential cost savings and funding. Mr. Bernardo updated the Board on the status of review of the Barnstable County Home Rule Charter noting that at this time he is seeking input from the towns and will
return in a few months with composite recommendations. He noted that the review process must be completed and a report delivered to the Assembly of Delegates by July, 2005.
The Board held a public hearing to consider amendments to the Town of Wellfleet Liquor License Rules and Regulations. Donovan read the public notice. The Board discussed Houk’s proposed amendments. On a motion by May, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to approve the changes to the Liquor License Rules and Regulations as discussed at this hearing.
The Board held a public hearing to consider proposed changes to the Town of Wellfleet Marina Fee Schedule. May recused himself and left the table. Donovan read the public notice. Harbormaster Michael Flanagan was in attendance and reviewed his recommendations for Marina fee increases noting his intent to increase revenues to help fund upcoming rehabilitation projects at the Marina. Jon Porteus, Vice Chair of the Marina Advisory Committee, noted that the Harbormaster has worked with the Committee and that the Committee supports the proposed fee increases. Discussion included comparison of Wellfleet’s rates to other Cape towns, anticipated Marina projects and stabilizing rates for commercial fishermen. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wood, the Board voted 3-1, with Wilson voting
against, to approve the rates as presented on the condition that increases in subsequent years include a differential for boats engaged in commercial activities. May rejoined the Board.
The Board discussed:
a) Request for Appointment/Promotion of Firefighters – Chief Alan Hight and Deputy Chief Dan Silvermen met with the Board. Chief Hight presented his appointment of Firefighters Shawn Clark, Joseph Cappello and William Grozier as Fire Lieutenants and reviewed the promotional process. He indicated that he will be able to fund the increased costs for these promotions within his 2005 and 2006 operating budgets and noted that as a result of these promotions an officer will be on duty 24/7. Deputy Chief Silverman commented on retention of
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personnel and revenues. On a motion by May, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to approve the promotion of Firefigher Shawn Clark, Firefighter Joseph Cappello and Firefighter William Grozier to the rank of Fire Lieutenant.
b) Interview for Appointment as Herring Warden – the Board interviewed Ethan Estey for the position of Herring Warden. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to adopt the Herring Warden job description as drafted and amended by Wilson. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Carl Breivogel as Herring Warden and Ethan Estey as Assistant Herring Warden.
c) Beach Concession Recommendation – the Town Administrator reviewed the recommendation of the Beach Administrator. On a motion by Houk, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to accept the recommendation of the Beach Administrator to renew the contract of Gary Burgess, d/b/a The Dog Pound 2, for beach concession services at Newcomb Hollow Beach, in the amount of $1,000, and Hyannis Ice Cream at White Crest Beach in the amount of $350; and to award the bid for concession services at Maguire Landing to Gary Burgess, d/b/a The Dog Pound, in the amount of $926.
d) Post Snowstorm Report/Snow Plowing Policy – DPW Director Mark Vincent joined the Board and thanked the DPW staff and Police and Fire Departments for their efforts during the recent snowstorm and Wellfleet residents for their patience. He presented an overview of the snow removal process noting that the DPW is still clearing some small roads. Police Chief Rosenthal reviewed the storm noting that some seniors needed to be removed from their homes and housed at the Police training room because the nearest Red Cross shelter was in Orleans and inaccessible from Wellfleet during the storm. Chief Hight reviewed the activities of the Fire Department during the storm. Cooperation between departments was noted.
e) Business Licenses – on a motion by Donovan, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the business licenses of the Black Duck; Left Bank Gallery, Inc. (West Main Street); Left Bank Gallery, Inc. (Commercial Street); Neighborhood Auto Works; Gutsy Benders, Inc.; Cumberland Farms, Inc.; Chequessett Yacht & Country Club; The Juice Gallery; Wellfleet Oyster and Clam Company; The Blue Willow.
Correspondence – Donovan presented the correspondence report.
Comments/Reports:
· Wilson commented on:
o letter from the National Seashore regarding the proposed Herring River restoration MOU – suggested further discussion.
o relocation of Post Office to 335 Main Street – Moe Barocas of the 335 Main Street Committee suggested that the project go forward as voted by the Board noting that Option 5 does not preclude use of the property as a Post Office.
On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of February 1, 2005 as submitted.
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On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously at 9:58 p.m. on a roll call vote (Donovan, May, Wilson, Houk, Wood – yea) to enter executive session to discuss contract negotiations and litigation and not to reconvene in open session.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Smulligan
Administrative Assistant
Ira Wood, Chair Michael May Dale Donovan
Helen Miranda Wilson Jerry Houk
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