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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - BoS - 08/25/2015 Minutes-Board of Selectmen August 25, 201S Selectmen's Office-Town Hall 41 Highland Avenue Cohasset, MA Selectmen Present: Steve Gaumer,Chairman Kevin McCarthy,Vice-Chairman Diane Kennedy Karen Quigley Paul Schubert Others Present: Christopher Senior,Town Manager Chairman Gaumer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with Library Trustees-Appointment Chairman of Library Trustees Carolyn Coffee was present along with the other trustees. She called the meeting to order. She advised the Board Teresa Polhemus has resigned and they need to replace her until the next election. The Trustees recommendation is Roger Lowe. Mr. Lowe was present. Motion by Selectman McCarthy to appoint Roger Lowe as Paul Pratt Memorial Library Trustee replacing Teresa Polhemus until the next election,seconded by Selectman Quigley. Roll Call Vote;Kevin McCarthy-Aye,Karen Quigley-Aye,Steve Gaumer-Aye, Diane Kennedy-Aye,Paul Schubert-Aye. Public Comment Michael Sardina of 271 South Main Street discussed with the Board the issue that has been discussed about sand blowing off the beach and the proposed snow fencing. He stated the whole eco system in the town is changing and he thinks it is a bigger issue that the town should look into. Chairman Gaumer asked Mr.Senior to discuss with Director of Project Management Brian Joyce. Paul Kearney of 461 Chief Justice Cushing Highway and Josh Staunton of 30 Hammond Avenue were present and discussed a bill filed by Representative Garrett Bradley to allow a natural gas pipeline to cut through conservation land in the Town of Sandisfield. They are against the bill and believe Rep.Bradley should not have filed it. They asked if the Board would consider an apology letter to the Town of Sandisfield. Chairman Gaumer i discussed what the Board of Selectmen's role is for the Town. He said the Board will consider having a discussion on a future agenda. Selectmen McCarthy encouraged Mr. Kearney to discuss at a different forum. Selectmen's Update Selectman Quigley stated that a while back an Eagle Scout project came before the Board and is now complete. The reservoir area was cleaned up,a bench was installed and a kiosk. Unfortunately, in just a short time there has been vandalism. She also stated people are setting fires in the area and using tree roots. She urged people to have respect for others that volunteer their time. Selectman Kennedy thanked the DPW for the Recycling bin at Sandy Beach for pizza boxes. She asked residents to remove their trash if the bins are full. Selectman Schubert attended the Conservation and Sewer Commission meetings which were insightful. He stated that the bench at the library basketball court has been vandalized. Chairman Gaumer stated the Yacht Club hosted the International 210 National Championship and congratulated Wylie Wakeman on winning. He also thanked Harbormaster Lorri Gibbons for overseeing the busy harbor last weekend. 1 Selectmen-8/25/15-TC Initial Aott Minutes-Board of Selectmen August 25, 2015 Town Manager Update Mr.Senior informed the Board he will be attending the New England Government Financial Officers Association conference in Boston next week. Mr.Senior stated there was an article in the Globe recently about the large number of gas leaks in town. He has spoken to Chief Silvia and he has assured him there are no active dangerous leaks. He has reached out to DPW as well. He is following up on the data. Mr.Senior invited Treasurer/Collector Paul Linhares up and had her discuss the Town of Cohasset Quarterly Investment Report. Ms. Linhares gave an overview of the report. She stated most everything is down this quarter however the year is still positive. The Board discussed the report. Selectman McCarthy asked if the Board would be interested in having a future agenda discussion about the Town investing in tobacco companies or any other companies they may not want to invest in. Chairman Gaumer asked Mr.Senior to research other communities and see how they what choose companies to invest in. Set Election Day Mr.Senior advised the Board that the Town Clerk has suggested May 14, 2015 for the Annual Town Election. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to set the date of May 14,2016 for the Annual Town Election, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Licenses/Permits St.Stephen's Parish has requested September 20, 2015 for their Annual Parish Picnic. Motion by Selectmen Paul Schubert to approve the Annual Picnic for September 20,2015 contingent upon required insurance certificate,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(5- 0). Liquor License-Extension of pending transfer of license The Board receive a request from Galvin&Galvin on behalf of their client 5ajjan Enterprises, LLC to further extend the pending transfer of liquor license for 90 days to explore additional locations. The Board had a lengthy discussion. Mr.Senior was asked to get clear information on the procedure from the ABCC. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to grant an extension of pending transfer of license commencing on 8/1/15 through 10/31/15,seconded by Selectman Quigley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Dredging Update Army Corps Project Manager Craig Martin and Harbormaster Lorri Gibbons were present. Mr. Martin gave a power point presentation of the upcoming Cohasset Harbor Dredging Project. He gave an overview of the project team,the project background and description,the construction equipment and design and the schedule. The project is set to start on October V and they hope to have it completed by late November. Police Chief Appointment Mr.Senior presented the Board with Acting Chief William Quigley as his appointment for the Police Chief. He provided the Board with his background information and resume. Mr.Senior stated he chose Bill based on fitness and merit. He is confident the Bill is more than qualified to be Chief of Police. 2 Selectmen-8/25/15-TC Initial &VWU- Minutes-Board of Selectmen August 25, 2015 Acting Chief Quigley discussed his career with the Board. He discussed his goals of planning and preparedness. The Board had the opportunity to ask questions. Motion by Selectman McCarthy to accept the appointment of William Quigley as Police Chief, seconded by Selectman Kennedy. The vote was 4-1. Roll Call Vote;Kevin McCarthy-Aye, Karen Quigley-Nay,Steve Gaumer-Aye,Diane Kennedy-Aye,Paul Schubert-Aye. Minutes Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the minutes of 7/28/15,seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectman to approve the minutes of 8/11/15,seconded by Selectman Kevin and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the minutes of 8/19/15,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was(4-0-1). Selectman McCarthy abstained. Chairman Gaumer asked for a motion to go into Executive Session for Exception$12,3 and 6. (2)To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel. (3)To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting will have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. The Board will get an Update on contract negotiations with all bargaining units. (6)To consider the purchase,exchange,lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. The Board will discuss the purchase/lease 91 Sohier Street.The Board will come out of executive session for the purpose of adjourning. Selectman McCarthy moved the motion and it was seconded by Selectman Kenney. Kevin McCarthy-Aye,Karen Quigley-Aye,Steve Gaumer-Aye, Diane Kennedy-Aye,Paul Schubert-Aye. The Board went into executive session at 9:05 p.m. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to come out of executive session,seconded by Selectman Schubert. Kevin McCarthy-Aye,Karen Quigley-Aye,Steve Gaumer-Aye, Diane Kennedy-Aye,Paul Schubert-Aye. The Board came out of executive session at 10:02 p.m. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to adjourn,seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous(5-0). The meeting adjourned at 10:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Steve Gaumer,Chairman 3 Selectmen-8/25/15-TC Initial Minutes-Board of Selectmen August 25, 2015 Documents Appointment info Library Trustee Draft Town Meeting/Election Dates St.Stephen's Picnic Saijan Enterprise-Letter re;transfer of liquor license Dredging Information William Quigley resume Chris Senior appointment letter Minutes 7/28/15, 8/11/15&8/19/15 Quarterly Investment Reports 4 Selectmen-8/25/15-TC Initial