Board of Selectmen
June 14, 2005
Library Meeting Room
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Dale Donovan. Selectmen present included Michael May, Ira Wood and Helen Miranda Wilson. Selectman Jerry Houk arrived at 7:02 p.m. Town Administrator Tim Smith was absent. Assistant Town Administrator Rex Peterson also attended.
County Commissioner Lance Lambros presented a check to the Board for surplus County funds in the amount of $9,461.
Selectman Houk arrived at 7:02 p.m.
Announcements:
· Donovan announced that a free golf clinic will be held on June 18 at the Chequessett Yacht and Country Club for young people aged 7-18 of all levels of ability.
· Donovan announced that the Wellfleet Community Forum will be discussing Audubon’s upcoming building plans at 7:00 p.m. on June 23rd at the Senior Center and will answer questions regarding their property on Lt. Island.
Harbormaster Michael Flanagan joined the Board to discuss upcoming improvements to the boat ramp at the Marina. He indicated that he spoke with the construction company regarding the plan for the boat ramp and that work will begin on July 11th with the ramp closed until mid to late September. He noted that the Marina Advisory Committee will be meeting to discuss contingency plans to deal with this situation. Discussion included possible other sites for boat launching, providing an alternative area for unloading shellfish and concern with the effect on businesses.
The Board discussed:
a) Barnstable County HOME Consortium: Renewal of Mutual Cooperation Agreement – Ray Crowell outlined the program and the renewal process. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted 4-1, with Houk voting against, that the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Wellfleet hereby approves the “Mutual Cooperation Agreement of the Barnstable County Home Consortium under the Cranston-Gonzalez Affordable Housing Act” in accordance with the provisions of G.L.c. 121B, and further authorizes the Chairperson to sign the agreement on behalf of the Town of Wellfleet.
b) Cape Cod Children’s Place – the Board met with COA Director Jacqui Wildes-Beebe and Elizabeth Aldred and Kate Macaulay of cape cod children’s place, inc. Ms. Aldred and Ms. Macaulay explained their goal to bring services for infants and toddlers to Wellfleet in an affordable manner planning to serve nine children with a staff of one teacher and an assistant. Wood noted the annual town meeting discussion regarding the intended use of the Senior Center. Ms. Wildes-Beebe noted that the Council on Aging Board has voted unanimously to approve this program and the space used is not currently being used for services to elders. She proposed a yearly agreement with quarterly reviews to decide on continuation of the program. Discussion
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included the involvement of Seaman’s Bank and the availability of these services for Wellfleet residents. On a motion by May, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to move forward with this proposal.
c) Police Department Promotion – Police Chief Rosenthal presented his recommendation that Officer Michael Hurley be promoted to the rank of sergeant noting Officer Hurley’s administrative and people skills. On a motion by Houk, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously to promote Michael Hurley to the rank of sergeant. Sergeant Hurley joined the Board and reviewed his background and experience.
d) Downtown Parking/335 Main Street Committee – Anne White, Chair of the 335 Main Street Committee, joined the Board and requested support for employees of downtown businesses parking in the Methodist Church and Congregational Church parking lots noting that the Churches are willing when the lots are not needed for services. Discussion included signage and enforcement at the 335 Main St. parking lot. Police Chief Rosenthal will work with the Committee regarding these issues. Ms. White presented the Committee’s request to place a bulletin board on the church property to be used by the Committee to keep the public informed of the status of the property. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Wood, the Board voted unanimously to allow the 335 Main Street Committee to have erected such a
bulletin board and to use it for that purpose only.
e) Request for Exemption from Noise Bylaw – on a motion by Wood, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the request of Tracy Noble for a one hour extension of the noise bylaw for her wedding reception on September 10, 2005 at the Holden Inn.
f) Requests to Use Town Property:
· Eastern Surfing Association (ESA) – the Board met with applicant Marc Angelillo who outlined the request. Beach Administrator Suzanne Thomas noted the fees being charged by ESA and recommended a $300 fee. On a motion by Wood, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to approve the request of the Eastern Surfing Association to use White Crest Beach on June 18, July 16 and 17, and August 20, 2005 with no wave dates of June 25, July 23 and 24, and August 27, 2005 for an Eastern Surfing Association contest from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. On a motion by Donovan, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted 3-2, with Houk and Wood voting against, to charge a total
fee of $300 for use of the beach during the periods of time requested by the Eastern Surfing Association.
· Anthony Nurse (Vaseline) – Wood moved to allow free samples of Vaseline Intensive Care lotion to be handed out at White Crest Beach on 7/9-7/10 and 9/4-9/5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The motion failed for lack of a second.
· Cape Outback – applicant Richard Miller explained his request. On a motion by Wood, seconded by May, the Board voted unanimously to approve the request of Richard Miller to use the Town landings at the end of Old Pier Road, at the end of Pleasant Point Road and at the end of Old Wharf Road to conduct guided kayak tours for the public through mid-September, seven days a week.
g) Business Licenses – on a motion by May, seconded by Wilson, the Board voted unanimously to approve the business license of the Eclectic Company.
h) Wellfleet Night at the Orleans Cardinals Game – Donovan read the recommendation from the Recreation Director that Corey Brundage be chosen to throw out the first pitch at the upcoming
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“Wellfleet Night at the Orleans Cardinals” game on June 30, 2005 noting his contributions to the Town and Recreation Department. On a motion by Houk, seconded by May, the Board voted
unanimously that Corey Brundage throw out the first pitch at the Cardinals game on June 30th. May indicated that Mac’s Seafood will provide supper for both teams.
Nate Johnson presented petitions to the Board regarding aid for families effected by red tide and requested that a letter be sent from the Board to President Bush and Governor Romney requesting assistance. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Wood, the Board voted unanimously to ask Chairman Donovan to draft this letter and to send it with copies of the petitions.
The Board discussed the Town’s WIC representative to the County. On a motion by Wilson, seconded by Donovan, the Board voted unanimously that Emily Beebe continue as the representative to WIC and if she is not able to serve, that the Assistant Health/Conservation Agent serve.
Correspondence – the letters of resignation from Jim McGrath as Assistant Shellfish Constable and P. Brewster Fox from the Historical Commission were noted by Wood. The letter from May as Chairman of the Alternative Energy Committee was noted; he indicated that the Committee has more work to do before coming before the Board. There was consensus to send a letter of thanks to Brewster Fox for his service on the Historical Commission. The Board discussed the letter drafted to Senator Timility and Representative Kaprielian of the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government regarding Senate Bill #1200, An Act Relative to Checkerboard Sewer Systems. On a motion duly made and seconded the Board voted unanimously to send this letter as amended.
Open Session – no comments.
Assistant Town Administrator Comments:
· noted the appointment by the Town Administrator of three additional employees as parking control officers – Suzanne Grout Thomas, Alexander DelNegro and Joshua Schroeder.
· distributed the draft Memorandum of Understanding with the Cape Cod National Seashore regarding the Herring River Restoration Project to be discussed at the Board’s June 28th meeting.
Comments/Reports:
· Houk asked the status of the old Council on Aging building – the Assistant Town Administrator was asked to check on this matter.
· Donovan noted that ZBA Chair Jeff Stewart wishes to discuss parking issues with the Board.
· Wilson noted concern with the Town’s fence behind the Lighthouse Restaurant and moved to request that enough of that fence be removed so that you can drive behind there. There was consensus not to rush in this matter.
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· Wood indicated that businesses would like to help relative to the red tide issue and that an effort needs to be coordinated. Discussion included fund raising and distribution of contributions to the needy.
On a motion by Wood, seconded by Houk, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of May 24, 2005 as drafted.
Future Meetings/Agendas – Donovan noted the special meeting scheduled for June 21st to discuss working more effectively with Town committees. Wilson requested that the Board schedule discussion of sluiceway data with a recommendation from the Beach Administrator. There was consensus to discuss this matter at the Board’s June 28 meeting.
On a motion by Houk, seconded by Wood, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:18 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Smulligan
Administrative Assistant
Dale Donovan, Chair Michael May Ira Wood
Helen Miranda Wilson Jerry Houk
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