HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - BoS - 05/16/2017 Selectmen Minutes May 16, 2017
Selectmen Meeting
Town Hall-Selectmen's Office
41 Highland Ave.
Cohasset, MA
Selectmen Present: Kevin McCarthy
Paul Schubert
Diane Kennedy
Jack Keniley
Steve Gaumer
Others Present: Christopher Senior,Town Manager
Chairman McCarthy called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Jack Keniley-Present,
Diane Kennedy-Present, Kevin McCarthy-Present, Paul Schubert-Present, Steve Gaumer-Present.
Pledge-Recited
Public Comments-None
Town Manager Chris Senior advised the Board the Town of Cohasset received another Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report for FY16 and thanked Finance Director Mary Gallagher&Treasurer/Collector
Paula Linhares for their hard work. He also noted that the Town received an award from Governor
Baker for the Town's leadership in promoting the use of electric vehicles.
Reorganization of the Board-Motion by Selectman Gaumer to nominate Paul Schubert for Chairman,
seconded by Selectman Kennedy. Roll Call Vote;Jack Keniley-Aye, Diane Kennedy-Aye, Kevin
McCarthy-Aye, Paul Schubert-Aye,Steve Gaumer-Aye.
Motion by Selectman McCarthy to nominate Jack Keniley as Vice-Chairman,seconded by Selectman
Kennedy. Roll Call Vote; Steve Gaumer-Aye, Paul Schubert-Aye, Kevin McCarthy-Aye, Diane Kennedy-
Aye,Jack Keniley-Aye.
Motion by Selectman Schubert to nominate Diane Kennedy as Clerk, seconded by Selectman Keniley.
Roll Call Vote; Steve Gaumer-Aye, Paul Schubert-Aye, Kevin McCarthy-Aye, Diane Kennedy-Aye,Jack
Keniley-Aye.
Licenses/Permits/Events-Corner Stop Eatery-Owner of Corner Stop Eatery Ron Vale was present. He is
requesting an entertainment license. He explained to the Board that he is interested in adding some
entertainment inside of the restaurant. The Board had a brief discussion. Motion by Selectman
McCarthy to approve the entertainment license for the Corner Stop Eatery, seconded by Selectman
Kennedy. Selectman Gaumer asked if the Board should consider putting language in the license about
noise beyond the lot line. The Board discussed briefly. The vote was 4-0-1. Selectman Gaumer
abstained from the vote.
Habitat for Humanity-Sarah Amaral-Communications Manager for Habitat for Humanity was present
and gave an overview of this year's event. This is their 111h year of the event and it will be held on
Saturday,June 10, 2017 from 9:30—10:30 a.m. Motion by Selectman McCarthy to approve the Habitat
for Humanity for 6/10/17, seconded by Selectman Gaumer and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Ms.
Amaral also requested the fee to be waived. The Board had a brief discussion. Motion by Selectman
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Kennedy to change the fee for the event to$50, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was
unanimous (5-0).
One-day liquor license First Parish-Chairman of Board of First Parish Suzanne Thorin was present
requesting a one day liquor license for their annual fundraiser on June 10, 2017. Motion by Selectman
Kennedy to approve the one-day liquor license for First Parish on June 10, 2017 from 5-10 p.m.,
seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Ms.Thorin requested the fee be
waived. Motion by Selectman Gaumer to waive the application fee, seconded by Selectman Keniley
and the vote was unanimous (5-0).
One-day liquor license-Holly Hill Farm-Motion by Selectman Keniley to approve the one day liquor
license for Friends of Holly Hill Farm event on 5/20/17 from 6-10 p.m., seconded by Selectman
Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Cohasset Kids Triathlon-waiver of fee-The Board had a brief discussion and agreed to invite Mr. Burnett
to the 5/30/17 meeting to discuss further.
Annual Renewal of Transient Vendors-Motion by Selectman Kennedy to approve the annual transient
vendor license for Zack's Ice Cream, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous
(5-0). Motion by Selectman Kennedy to approve the annual transient vendor license for Del's
Lemonade, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by
Selectman Gaumer to approve the annual transient vendor license for Nona's Homemade Ice Cream,
seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous (5-0).
All Facilities Sticker Discussion-Town Clerk Carol St. Pierre was present for the discussion. Mr. Senior
advised the Board that he and the Town Clerk had met several times over the last few months. They
presented the Board with a new price list and rules & regulations. The Board discussed the types of
permits and rates. Motion by Selectman McCarthy to approve the All Facilities price list as presented,
seconded by Selectman Kennedy. The Board had a lengthy discussion about the suggested removal of
the "nanny" pass. The vote was 4-1. Selectman Gaumer voted against. Motion by Selectman
McCarthy to approve the Rules and Regulations as presented, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and
the vote was 4-1. Selectman Gaumer voted against.
Discussion of Boards/Committee Appointment Process-Chairman Schubert stated anyone interested in
serving on a board or committee should submit an application by 5/31/17. Mr. Senior advised the Board
he was notified that there is also an associate member for the Planning Board that needs to be
appointed by the Board due to a resignation.
Selectmen Update-Selectman Gaumer stated he spoke with Chris Senior about some residents'
concerns. He was asked by a few residents to look into the activity going on at the car wash and
Aubuchon Hardware on Route 3A. There is earth removal and sifting of gravel that residents believe
should not be happening. Mr. Senior stated he has spoken with the Health Agent, Conservation Agent
and the Building Department. They have be looking into and assessing the site. Mr. Senior will keep
the Board updated. Selectman Gaumer asked about the recent email the Board received from Michael
Wharton advising the Board he has left Atlantica as the manager. Mr. Senior stated the town has not
heard from the owner as of today. The Board asked Mr. Senior to draft a letter and send to the owner
and ask what the plan is for his replacement and for a list of assistant managers with contact phone
numbers. The Board had a brief discussion. Selectman Gaumer asked Mr. Senior for an update on the
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Bound Brook Bridge project. Mr. Senior stated the town continues to focus intently on moving the
project along and he suggested they discuss further in executive session at the next meeting. Mr. Senior
added that there are ongoing conversations with all involved. Selectman Kennedy reminded the Board
to schedule a meeting for Goals& Objectives. The Board agreed to one meeting on June 20t" and will
email their availability for an additional meeting earlier in the month. Selectman Kennedy stated she
has been asked by residents about the parking at Black Rock Beach and the possibility of moving
boulders along Wadleigh Park to allow for more parking. Mr. Senior stated he has spoken with DPW and
they are looking into feasibility of this. He will keep the Board informed. Chairman Schubert reminded
everyone of the upcoming Memorial Day events and reviewed the activities planned. Selectman
Gaumer stated the Board received a letter from the Town of Hull about the Mass DDT's proposal of lane
elimination on Summer Street and Rockland Street. He suggested the Board consider a response to the
letter. The Board discussed briefly. Selectman Kennedy reminded everyone that this week is the Citizen
of the Year celebration on the Common during the Farmer's Market on Saturday at noon for Michael &
Michelle Hubley. She will draft the proclamation from the Board. Selectman Keniley advised the Board
the town has applied for a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness grant. This grant integrates with the
Harbor Plan and Open Space Plan. The application will be submitted on Monday. The Board agreed to
have Chairman Schubert sign the documents.
Town Manager Update-FY17 monthly update-Mr. Senior distributed the current cherry sheet from the
State that was announced today. The Board had a brief discussion. Mr. Senior also advised the Board
that he will forward the FY17 financials to the Board. He believes the year-end will be fine.
Cunningham Bridge Update-Mr. Senior reported that the project is currently on track as scheduled. The
contract has been awarded to MIG Corp. There are bonuses and penalties built in to the $6.2 million
contract. Pre-construction is scheduled for early next week. A public meeting will be scheduled in June.
The bridge closure will not happen until after Labor Day. They have discussed alternatives to the
proposed guardrails and are waiting for a response from the State. The plans will be put on the website.
Selectman Keniley stated he would like the town involved from the beginning of the project. Selectman
McCarthy agreed that the town should be involved and the Board should set out procedures for projects
in town. Mr. Senior reminded the Board that the State is running the project. The Town's job is to keep
in touch with the State. Ralph Dormitzer-111 Atlantic Ave. stated that the town should have a written
set of expectations for projects. The town needs to "inspect"these projects not just "expect." Mr.
Senior added that the State has a clerk of the works and the Town will have Brian Joyce overseeing the
project and involved. Charlie Higginson-159 Atlantic Ave. asked if the public meeting in June is for input
on the project or the state just showing them what the project is. Mr. Senior stated they already have
the plans for the project. Jackie Dormitzer-111 Atlantic Ave. added that it is important that the State
knows that the area is an area of recreation as well and not just a bridge project.
Minutes-Motion by Selectman Kennedy to approve the minutes of 4/11/17,seconded by Selectman
Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Motion by Selectman Kennedy to approve the minutes of 4/12/17,seconded by Selectman Keniley
and the vote was unanimous(5-0).
Motion by Selectman Kennedy to approve the minutes of 4/25/17,seconded by Selectman Keniley
and the vote was unanimous (5-0).
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Motion by Selectman McCarthy to adjourn, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was
unanimous (5-0).
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Documents
Entertainment License App-Corner Stop
Event App-Habitat for Humanity
One Day Liquor license-First Parish
One Day Liquor license-Holly Hill Farm
Transient Vendor licenses
All facilities price list/rules
Memorial Day event info
Minutes 4/11/17, 4/12/17&4/25/17
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