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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - BoS - 03/02/2009 Minutes—Board of Selectmen March 2, 2009 Selectmen Present: Edwin G. Carr, Chairman Frederick Koed Ralph Dormitzer Karen Quigley Selectman Absent: Paul Carlson Others Present: William R. Griffin,Town Manager Jennifer Oram, Selectmen's Clerk Chairman Edwin G. Carr called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM. Town Manager's Report Town Manager, William Griffin asked the Board to appoint the members of the new Affordable Housing Trust. Selectman Ralph Dormitzer moved that Tom Callahan, Clark Brewer, Steve Lucitt, Mary Grayken,Jim Hamilton and Margy Charles be appointed to the Affordable Housing Trust. Selectwoman Karen Quigley seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Selectmen's Comment Period Selectman Frederick Koed expressed the Board's condolences to the family and friends of Mr.James Lagrotteria. Chairman Carr commended the Department of Public Works on the great job they did with the clean up of the day's storm. He also mentioned that former resident and Astronaut, Captain Stephen G. Bowen, was in town this week and was presented with the proclamation made to him at the Special Town Meeting. Minutes—Selectman Dormitzer moved to approve the minutes of February 23, 2009 as written. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Police Department—Introduction of New Sergeant Christy Tarantino—Police Chief James Hussey addressed the Board. Chief Hussey reviewed Sergeant Tarantino's background for the Board and the community. After a pinning ceremony, photos were taken and both the audience and the Board applauded and congratulated Sergeant Tarantino. Recognition of Lieutenant William Quigley—Chief Hussey explained to the Board and the community how Lieutenant Quigley's quick response and appropriate actions stopped an infant from choking. Lieutenant Quigley thanked everyone for the recognition. Signing of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant—Selectman Dormitzer moved to sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on March 28, 2009 and Town Election on April 4, 2009. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Selectmen—3.2.09-JBO 1 Minutes—Board of Selectmen March 2, 2009 William Fitzgerald—Economic Development Committee Candidate (EDC)— Mr. Fitzgerald reviewed his background and why he is interested in becoming a member of the EDC. After a brief discussion, Selectman Dormitzer moved to appoint Mr. William Fitzgerald to the EDC. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Clark Brewer—Planning Board Article Review Article 12—Expense to update the Cohasset Zoning District Map— Mr. Brewer reviewed the costs and the reasons it needed to be updated and reprinted. Selectman Dormitzer moved to recommend Article 12. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Article 13—Expense to update the Planning Board's subdivision rules and regulations. Mr. Brewer explained that these rules have not been updated for twenty years. After a brief discussion, Selectman Dormitzer moved to recommend Article 13. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Clark Brewer—Bike Rack Reimbursement Grant Program— Mr. Brewer explained that the MAPC has funds set aside for Cohasset and if the Town purchases and installs bike racks in Town, they will be reimbursed. Mr. Brewer reviewed the types of racks available and possible locations for the Board. After a brief discussion, Chairman Carr moved that the Board was in support of implementing the program. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Suburban Mobility Grant Program—Mr. Brewer and Mr.Timothy O' Brien of the EDC addressed the Board. Mr. Brewer explained that they are working on the idea of a shuttle bus to and from the train station. They are still working on funding, but wanted to get the Boards endorsement on the project as they hope to submit a grant application by April 2nd. After further discussion it was agreed that with some flexibility in the schedule, and if funding is available, this would be a great asset to the Town. Annual Town Meeting Article Review Article 14—Amendment to Advisory Committee Bylaw—Advisory Committee Chairman, Sam Wakeman, reviewed the proposed amendment to the Bylaw. Selectman Dormitzer moved to recommend Article 14. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Article 11—Water Department Fees and Charges—Water Commissioners Glenn Pratt and John McNabb reviewed for the Board why they are seeking an increase. They stated that soon $500,000 of debt service would be coming due. Mr. Pratt stated that the increase on an average bill would be about $60 per quarter. Selectman Dormitzer stated that he is concerned about raising the rates again. He said that after the last increase, he received numerous angry calls. Selectwoman Quigley stated that she was not comfortable with asking people for money during these difficult financial times. Selectman Dormitzer and Selectwoman Quigley asked if there was any way that it could be put off. Selectman Koed stated that if the Town does not vote to support the increase, the Water Department's budget could fall short and the Town would have to cover that shortfall. Selectman Koed moved to recommend Article 11. Chairman Carr seconded the motion. The vote was 3-0,Selectwoman Quigley abstained). Article 4—Union Contracts&Other Salary Adiustments—Selectman Dormitzer moved to recommend indefinitely postponing this article. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Selectmen—3.2.09-JBO 2 Minutes—Board of Selectmen March 2, 2009 Article 8—Unpaid Bills from Previous Years—Selectman Dormitzer moved to recommend indefinitely postponing this article. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Article 15—Expense for Cat Dam Notice of Intent— Mr. Griffin explained the need for this article. Selectman Dormitzer stated that he felt filing the NOI for Cat Dam was grossly premature and asked if they could move the study to after the sewer project is complete. Selectwoman Quigley stated that the NOI was not an option, but is mandated by the Wetlands Protection Act and local Conservation Regulations. Chairman Carr asked if the Conservation Commission could come in and discuss this at a future meeting. Mr. Griffin will put them on the schedule. Selectman Dormitzer moved to adjourn the meeting. Selectman Koed seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Meeting adjourned at 8:42PM. Respectfully submitted, Edwin G. Carr Chairman Selectmen—3.2.09-JBO 3