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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - BoS - 08/14/2018 Selectmen's Minutes August 14, 2018 Selectmen's Meeting Town Hall-Selectmen's Office 41 Highland Avenue Cohasset, MA Selectmen Present: Diane Kennedy,Chairman Kevin McCarthy Paul Schubert Jack Keniley arrived @ 6:50 p.m. Steve Gaumer Others Present: Christopher Senior,Town Manager Chairman Kennedy called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a roll call vote: Kevin McCarthy-Present, Paul Schubert-Present, Diane Kennedy-Present,Steve Gaumer-Present. Pledge-Recited. Annual Personnel Review-Town Manager Chris Senior-Chairman Kennedy explained the process for the Town Manager's review. Chairman Kennedy read through the Board's review of the town manager's goals, which included achievements and areas that would benefit most from further attention. Each member of the Board gave their individual comments. Mr. Senior thanked the Board and residents of the Town for their comments and their support,which he couldn't be effective without. Everyone in Town is genuine and very giving of their time and talents. It makes the job very rewarding. Presentation of FY17 CAFR Award-Mr.Senior stated the Town has just received its 6th annual CAFR award. The entire report is an the town's website. They did not receive any negative comments from the auditors. He thanked the Finance Team for all their hard work. Public Comments-Danielle Ziady-12 Hillside Drive asked about the Osgood field. She stated it needs repair. She also asked about the Milliken field snack shack that was to be completed fast year. Mr.Senior invited Mrs.Ziady to come by the office tomorrow to discuss. Introduction of New Staff-Michael MacMillan-Director of Finance & Operations. Mr. Senior introduced Mr. MacMillan as the School's New Director of Finance & Operations. Mr. MacMillan gave an overview of his background. He is currently in his fourth week and everything is going very well. The Board welcomed Mr. MacMillan. Licenses/Permits/Events-Safe Harbor Vigil-Director of Safe Harbor Coalition Nicole Garrity gave an overview of the upcoming candlelight vigil recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day; it will be on Thursday,August 30, 2018 from 6:45-7:45 p.m.on the Town Common. Motion by Selectman Gaumer to approve the use of the common for the International Overdose Awareness Day on 8/30/18 from 6:45-7:45 p.m.,seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Habitat for Humanity Bike Ride-Joe Reagan was present on behalf of South Shore Habitat for Humanity. They are requesting approval of their 121h Annual Bike Ride on 9/15/18. Last year's ride went off without incident. They are expecting 60-75 riders. He reviewed the route with the Board. Motion by Selectman Keniley to approve the South Shore Habitat for Humanity Bike Ride on 9/15/18,seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Mr. Reagan asked if the Board would consider waiving the Selectmen's Minutes August 14, 2018 $115 application fee since they are a Charity and it is a small event that has minimal impact on public safety and no roads are closed. Motion by Selectman Schubert to waive the $115 application fee, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Common Victualar License-Lenny's Hideaway-Owners Derek&Stephanie Burke were present. They are requesting a common victualar license. They are currently doing renovations and hope to be open early October. Motion by Selectman Gaumer to approve a common victualar license for Lenny's Hideaway at 8 Stagecoach Way, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Mr. Burke stated they are also requesting an entertainment license for the business. They have a big record collection which creates great conversation and brings people in. They are also looking for live local entertainment. Motion by Selectman Gaumer to approve the entertainment license for Lenny's Hideaway,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). One Day Liquor License-South Shore Hellenic Church Greek Festival-Cynthia Dedes was present on behalf of the church. The festival started in 1980. They are requesting a one-day beer and wine license for August 181h& 191h. They have hired a police detail for the event. The event runs on Saturday from noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday noon to 6 p.m. Motion by Selectman Keniley to approve a one-day license for August 18`h for the Greek Festival, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous (5- 0). Motion by Selectman Gaumer to approve a one-day license for August 19`h for the Greek Festival, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Committee Appointments-Chairman Kennedy noted there were additional committee appointments to make. Motion by Selectman Schubert to appoint Nancy Lee Darst to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an associate member for a 3-year term, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5- 0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to appoint Abigail Alves to the Harbor Committee as a Recreation Representative for an unexpired term ending 6/30/20, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman Keniley to appoint Margaret Charles to the Registrars of Voters for a three-year term, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to appoint Jeff Hartwell to Open Space & Recreation as a Recreation Representative to fill an unexpired term until 2019,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Public Hearing Cont'd-Atlantica-Change of Manager-A&S Restaurants, LLC d/b/a Atlantica. Chairman Kennedy read aloud the public hearing notice. Attorney James Lampke,Attorney Michael Gillis of Gillis& Bikofsky, and applicant Heinrich Lutjens were present. Mr. Senior stated Mr. Lutjens has been in consistent communications with this office. Attorney Gillis introduced himself and stated he has spoken to both Mr. Senior & Attorney Lampke. He is representing A & S Restaurants and believes all the information the Board has requested has been submitted and he is happy to answer any questions going forward. The Board had a brief discussion about the hours of the business. Police Chief Quigley was present and stated there have been no issues with the business. Chairman Kennedy invited comments from the public. There were none. Motion by Selectman Gaumer to approve the change of manager license for A &S Restaurants, LLC d/b/a Atlantica to Heinrich Lutjens, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman Gaumer that the Board withdraw the public hearing posted for 7:10 p.m.tonight for possible disciplinary action, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Selectmen's Minutes August 14, 2018 Presentation of the Harbinger Group-Harbor Redevelopment Proposal-Eamon O'Marah of Harbinger Development Group was present along with Susan Hoadley of Hoadley Martinez Architects. Mr.O'Marah stated they currently have a Purchase & Sale agreement to purchase the Cohasset Harbor Inn and Atlantica. He presented an overview of his company's proposal to redevelop the Harbor with a public/private partnership with the town. Their plan would require zoning changes. They have begun discussions with the required boards and committees. Ms. Hoadley gave an overview of the walkway along the harbor and corridor view from the village to the harbor. The Selectmen had some discussion about the process and the authorization from Special Town Meeting that would be required. The Board had a brief discussion about upcoming meetings. After some discussion an additional meeting on 9/11/18 was added for goals and objectives. Mr. Senior advised the Board he will schedule an executive session on the 9/4/18 meeting for an update on Bound Brook litigation and union negotiations. Town Manager Update-Mr. Senior stated a consultant has been retained and they are doing a walk- through of town hall next week. They will write up a report,along with financials,which he will share with the Board. Chairman Kennedy stated the Board will discuss and decide what the next steps are for town hall renovation. Mr.Senior stated he has started work on the FY19 Budget Calendar with Finance Director Don Piatt. Mr. Senior met with the Chairman of Capital Budget committee Sam Wakeman on Monday. Mr. Senior is discussing the date of 12/10/18 for Special Town Meeting and 4/29/19 for Annual Town Meeting. He is following up with the Town Clerk for dates. He will provide a more robust calendar before the next meeting and suggested the Board vote on it at that time. Mr.Senior stated the Jacobs Meadow tide gate has had some issues recently. Director of DPW Brian Joyce has had an emergency relief valve installed. A new slide gate is on order and will be replaced. This will improve the operations of the gate. They are trying to educate some of the newer residents about the area and that they are living on a marsh. They will be holding a public meeting soon. Selectmen Comments-Selectman Keniley has received a lot of phone calls about the Troika appointments for the Capital Budget Committee and thinks the Board should discuss the structure of the Troika committee at a future meeting. Selectman Gaumer stated he received some calls as well. Chairman Kennedy will put on a future agenda and noted that she would include the Moderator who is the chair of that committee. Selectman Schubert stated he was delighted that the pathway from Fairs Oaks and Sohier has been cleared. Selectman Kennedy reminded residents about the Safe Harbor Vigil on August 30tn Topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours in advance of meeting-Paul Kierce-Vice Chairman of Affordable Housing Committee asked if the Board would put on a future agenda a discussion about setting up an Affordable Housing Trust and trustees so that they can get funding and access it. Chairman Kennedy will put on a future agenda. Motion by Selectman Gaumer to adjourn,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Documents Safe Harbor Vigil Application Habitat for Humanity Application Entertainment&Common Vic License Application One Day Liquor License Application Committee Applications Change of Manager Application