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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - BoS - 12/13/2016 Selectmen Minutes December 13, 2016 Selectmen Meeting Town Hall-Selectmen's Office 41 Highland Ave. Cohasset, MA Selectmen Present: Kevin McCarthy, Chairman Paul Schubert Diane Kennedy Jack Keniley Absent: Steve Gaumer Others Present: Christopher Senior,Town Manager Chairman Gaumer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge-Recited. Public Comments-Ralph Dormitzer-111 Atlantic Avenue showed the Board pictures of the Jerusalem Road at Bow Street barrier fence. He expressed his distaste for the steel barrier fence and stated there are granite slabs placed on the east side of the embankment. He asked the Board to see if wood could be used for barrier fencing for future projects as it is done in other communities. Chairman McCarthy thanked Mr. Dormitzer for his comments and will put on an agenda for discussion in January. Mr. Senior stated there were several public meetings that discussed the fencing and this was what the public wanted. Tax Classification Hearing-Continued-Director of Assessing Mary Quill was present and asked the Board to vote to close the hearing now that the value and growth have been certified by the state and authorize her and Chris Senior to submit the LA5 form. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to authorize the Town Manager and Director of Assessing to submit the LA5 form on behalf of the Town,seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Kennedy to close the FY2017 Tax Classification Hearing,seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Appointment& Discussion with management of the Red Lion Inn regarding operational and management issues-Chairman McCarthy stated the Town received notification from the RLI that the manager of record would be out for longer than they originally anticipated. The Board asked the RLI to come in to discuss what the plan is. Attorney James Lampke reiterated the purpose of this discussion is to have a dialogue as to what the plan is for the management of the Red Lion Inn. Attorneys John Lawler and William Burke from Prince Lobel were present along with owner Gerd Ordelheide and other employees of the Red Lion Inn. Mr. Burke stated the Red Lion Inn will be filing a change of manager application for their proposed new manager Raymond Espuche. Mr. Espuche worked at Atlantica and has experience and is TIPS certified. He is qualified to take over as manager of the Red Lion Inn and will be solely at the RLI full time. Mr. Ordelheide spoke briefly about Mr. Espuche's background. Mr. Espuche introduced himself and advised the Board he started working at the RLI two weeks ago. The Board had a brief discussion. Mr. Burke asked that the continued hearing scheduled for 12/20/16 for the CHI (which he is also representing) be held in another location as they expect a large crowd. He also requested a copy of the original hearing on 11/29/16. Chairman McCarthy asked Mr. Burke to reach out to Attorney Lampke to discuss. Appointments-Cable Advisory Committee-Mr. Senior advised the Board that no applications for Cable Advisory Committee have been received. 1 Selectmen Minutes December 13, 2016 Open Space and Recreation-Mr. Senior stated the main task of the Open Space and Recreation Committee is to revamp the Open Space Plan which is due to expire. He also suggested that anyone else that is interested in serving on the Committee send in an application or call the office. He gave the Board his list of recommendations for the Committee. Motion by Selectman Schubert to appoint Ted Carroll as representative from Recreation, Dan Martin as representative from Recreation, Brian Frazier as representative from Planning Board, Lisey Good as Citizen at Large, Peter Pescatore as Citizen at Large, Katie Holden as representative from Cohasset Conservation Trust and Patrice Vogelman as representative from Conservation Commission,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Master Plan Committee- Motion by Selectman Kennedy to appoint Charlie Higginson as liaison from ZBA to Master Plan Committee, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Veterans Service Officer- Motion by Selectman Schubert to appoint Vincent Fountaine as Veterans Service Officer for a three year term,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Approval of BoS 2017 Meeting Schedule-The Board discussed the proposed meeting schedule. They agreed to change the May 9th meeting to May 16th. Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the BoS 2017 Meeting Schedule as amended, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Minutes-Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the minutes of 11/22/16, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the minutes of 11/28/16, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the minutes of 11/29/16, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Public/Private Road Policy-Mr. Senior advised the Board he sent the draft policy to ZBA, Planning Board, the building inspector and Brian Joyce for comments. There were some minor tweaks. The Board had a lengthy discussion. Selectman Kennedy stated she is not comfortable with voting on the policy tonight and suggested that they remove Section V-E for now. She suggested that the Board could add an addendum to the policy in the future. Chairman McCarthy disagreed and stated that it is important to approve the policy now and continue to tweak as needed. Selectman Keniley asked the Board to address questions that Selectman Gaumer had emailed. Chairman McCarthy stated the questions have been addressed. Chairman McCarthy asked if the public had any input. Christine Murphy-38 Cedar Acres Lane thanked the Board, Town Manager and Brian Joyce for all of their work over the past year to make a policy happen. Chris Haddad-23 Cedar Acres Lane thanked the Board as well and asked about the percentage of the petitioners and if it can be changed on a case by case basis. He added there should be an education process for the public to understand what it means when you buy property on a private way. Jonathan Berg-3 Cedar Acres Lane asked when the policy would be put in place as they are hoping to get on a contractor's list for the spring. Mr. Senior stated if the policy is approved tonight it starts a path to find a way to get somewhere. Selectman Kennedy asked if the policy be in conflict with any bylaws. Mr. Senior responded the policy would not override the bylaws however there has to be changes to some of the bylaws. Motion by Selectman Schubert to accept the Public/Private Road Policy as written, seconded by Selectman Keniley. Roll Call Vote; Paul Schubert-Aye, Kevin McCarthy- Aye, Diane Kennedy-Aye,Jack Keniley-Aye. Emergency Management Presentation-Director of Emergency Management Glenn Pratt was present and gave the Board a history of Emergency Management, the role of the EMD, activities and the functions of the EOC. The Board had a brief discussion. Alternative Energy Committee Update-Chairman Mary Jo Larson &Vice Chairman Stephen Girardi were present. Mrs. Larson gave an update of what the Committee is currently doing. The Town has just completed the first year as a Green Community and received a check for$141,460. They used the 2 Selectmen Minutes December 13, 2016 money for the exterior lighting at the schools and DPW. The Town has ordered 3 electric vehicles which should arrive this week. They have applied for a grant for$250,000 for building upgrades for gas, heat and ventilation. She asked the Board to keep AEC on their radar as the application process is very involved. She thanked Brian Joyce for working with National Grid for a conservation review. She asked if the Board would consider a proclamation at ATM for Shaun Selha for all of his work with the AEC. Mr. Girardi advised the Board that the street light conversion is moving forward, which is great for the Town. He thanked Chris Senior, Brian Joyce and Chief Silvia for all of their help. Village Parking Update-Mr. Senior advised the Board he has had a couple of meetings and conversations with the village merchants. They agreed that 2 hour parking is more practical than 1 hour. There will be a small area near Tedeschi's for 30 minute parking. They are still working on Elm Street parking but believes there is a solution that will not make everyone happy but it is what is best of the area. They will have to strictly enforce stopping or parking on that street. Mr. Senior asked the Board to vote on his proposed plan. Motion by Selectman Schubert to remove all existing posted hourly restrictions on both sides of Depot Court,South Main Street from Depot Court to past the Red Lion Inn, (71-85 South Main Street), Elm Street(where parking is allowed between Brook Street and South Main Street) and Ripley Road,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to post 2 hour parking signs on both sides at Depot Court, Elm Street (from Brook Street to South Main Street) as designated by DPW and Public Safety and Ripley Road, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to post 2-hour parking on South Main Street both sides from Depot Court to 85 South Main Street EXCEPT for four parking spots in front of Tedeschi Food Mart. These spaces will be posted for 30 minute parking, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to post 30 minute parking on Depot Court on the side parallel to the South Shore Community Center. The 30 minute parking will be posted from 8:45 a.m.—1:00 p.m. (Monday—Friday) and 2:45 p.m.—3:15 p.m. (Monday—Thursday)to accommodate the nursery school pick-up and drop-off schedules, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert that the Town Lot is all-day parking EXCEPT to add additional 2-hour parking during the day in the north side against the building area closest to the village(6 a.m.—6 p.m.); number of spots to be determined,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to post 15 overnight parking along the south end of the Town Lot. The spots will be located from the first spot nearest to Pleasant Street and stretching 15 spaces in the direction of the Red Lion Inn, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Annual License Renewals-All Alcohol, Common Victuler, Entertainment, Class I & II-Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of All Alcohol (on premises) licenses for Celtic Bistro Corp. d/b/a Bia Bistro,The Corner Stop Eatery d/b/a The Corner Stop,A& S Restaurants, LLC d/b/a Atlantica,V&AA Incorp. d/b/a Ava Cucina, White Crane Incorp. d/b/a Feng Shui Restaurant, Cohasset Pub Corp. d/b/a Mr. Dooley's Old Village Pub,TNA Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Blu Mussel and SRK Enterprises, LLC d/b/a Perch 143. Motion moved by Selectman Kennedy, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (4-0). 3 Selectmen Minutes December 13, 2016 Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Wine and Malt(on premises) licenses for Cohasset Pizza Company, Inc. d/b/a Victoria's, 3A Pizza &Grille d/b/a 3A Pizza &Grille and South Shore Playhouse d/b/a South Shore Music Circus. Motion moved by Selectman Schubert and seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Innholder All Alcohol (on premises) licenses for Cohasset Sarro, Inc. d/b/a Red Lion Inn. Motion moved by Selectman Kennedy, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the renewal of Club All Alcohol (on premises) licenses for George H. Mealy Post#118-The American Legion and Cohasset Golf Club, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was 3-0. Chairman McCarthy abstained from the vote. Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Retail Package (all alcohol) licenses for A Taste for Wine, Inc. d/b/a A Taste for Wine and Curtis Liquor Stores, Inc. d/b/a Curtis Liquors. The motion was moved by Selectman Schubert, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Retail Package (wine& malt) licenses for Mullaney's Fish Market and Local Vines and Gourmet, LLC d/b/a Local Vines and Gourmet. Motion moved by Selectman Kennedy, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the renewal of Common Victuler licenses for Celtic Bistro Corp. d/b/a Bia Bistro,The Corner Stop Eatery d/b/a The Corner Stop,A&S Restaurants, LLC d/b/a Atlantica,V&AA Incorp. d/b/a Ava Cucina, White Crane Incorp. d/b/a Feng Shui Restaurant, Cohasset Pub Corp. d/b/a Mr. Dooley's Old Village Pub,TNA Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Blu Mussel Tavern, SRK Enterprises, LLC d/b/a Perch 143,Cohasset Pizza Company, Inc. d/b/a Victorias, 3A Pizza &Grille d/b/a 3A Pizza &Grille,South Shore Playhouse Associates d/b/a South Shore Music Circus, George H. Mealy Post#118-The American Legion, Cohasset Golf Club, Cohasset Pizza House, 5 South Main, Baked,Atlantic Bagel, Cohasset Donuts, H & I Donuts, LLC Dunkin Donuts, French Memories,JJ's Dairy Hut, Olympus Grille, Papa Gino's, Starbucks and Peel Pizza, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was 3-0. Chairman McCarthy abstained from the vote. Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Innholder Common Victuler license for Cohasset Sarro, Inc. d/b/a Red Lion Inn. Motion moved by Selectman Schubert, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(4-0). Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the renewal of Local Entertainment Licenses for A&S Restaurants, LLC d/b/a Atlantica, Cohasset Pub Corp. d/b/a Mr. Dooley's Old Village Pub, South Shore Playhouse Associates d/b/a South Shore Music Circus, Cohasset Sarro Inc. d/b/a Red Lion Inn,George H. Mealy Post#118-The American Legion, Cohasset Golf Club, Papa Ginos and TNA Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Blue Mussel Tavern, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was 3-0. Chairman McCarthy abstained from the vote. Motion by Selectman Schubert to approve the renewal of State Entertainment Licenses for A&S Restaurants, LLC d/b/a Atlantica, Cohasset Pub Corp. d/b/a Mr. Dooley's Old Village Pub, South Shore Playhouse Associates d/b/a South Shore Music Circus, Cohasset Sarro Inc. d/b/a Red Lion Inn,George 4 Selectmen Minutes December 13, 2016 H. Mealy Post#118-The American Legion and Cohasset Golf Club, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was 3-0. Chairman McCarthy abstained from the vote. Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Class I & II (car sales, new and used vehicles) licenses for W.N. Motors, Inc. d/b/a Coastal Nissan, Cohasset Imports and South Shore Chevrolet/Geo. Motion moved by Selectman Schubert. Selectman Keniley asked why they are renewing South Shore Chevrolet& Geo when they are no longer in business. After a brief discussion the Board agreed to hold off on renewing until they get clarification. Motion withdrawn by Chairman McCarthy. Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Class I & II (car sales, new and used vehicles) licenses for W.N. Motors, Inc. d/b/a Coastal Nissan and Cohasset Imports. Motion moved by Selectman Schubert, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Chairman McCarthy asked for a motion to approve the renewal of Class II (car sales, used vehicles) licenses for CBK Auto,Jeffrey Pinkus,Aristocrat Auto and Truck Sales,Joseph Rosano and John's Care, John Kubik. Motion moved by Selectman Kennedy, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (4-0). Town Manager Update-ATM Process Calendar-The Board reviewed the calendar for ATM. Street Light Purchase-Mr. Senior advised the Board he has not received the contract back from National Grid. He will reach out to them and report back to the Board. Bound Brook Update-Mr. Senior stated the Bound Brook project is a long-awaited, critical project. The culvert is over 100 years old and had to be repaired. Town officials met with the contractor on Monday about the weekend gas main break. They realized the seriousness of the break and understand the Town's displeasure. There is zero tolerance for anything else. They know that it should not have happened and were told the Town will not accept any more incidents. The project needs to be completed on time and on budget. National Grid did a great job responding to the situation. Selectmen Update-Selectman Schubert attended the Cub Scout meeting last night, as a Selectman. The Scouts asked questions and they had a great discussion. The boys were all very enthused. The 9C cuts from the Governor's office were disclosed on Monday night. The School Resource Officer funding was included in the cuts. Mr. Schubert attended the Art Center event on Sunday and spoke with Senator O'Connor about the cut and he wasn't overly optimistic that the cut would be reconsidered. Mr. Schubert spoke with Congressman Lynch's office as well to see if they could help. Selectman Kennedy thanked the members that attended the Art Center on Sunday. She could not attend due to another commitment. Selectman Keniley attended the Norfolk County meeting at the Registry of Deeds. It was a great first meeting. They are going to open up an animal shelter in Weymouth. He will be attending the Seaport Council for the review of the Town's harbor grant application. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to adjourn, seconded by Selectman Schubert and the vote was unanimous (4-0). The meeting adjourned at 10:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Kevin McCarthy, Chairman 5 Selectmen Minutes December 13, 2016 Documents Tax Classification Hearing forms Committee Applications Public/Private Road Policy Emergency Management Info Village Parking Proposal Annual License Applications ATM Process Calendar BoS 2017 Meeting Schedule Minutes 6