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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - BoS - 06/27/2017 Selectmen Minutes June 27, 2017 Selectmen Meeting Cohasset Town Hall-Selectmen's Office 41 Highland Avenue Cohasset, MA 02025 Selectmen Present: Paul Schubert, Chairman Jack Keniley Diane Kennedy Steve Gaumer Kevin McCarthy Others Present: Christopher Senior,Town Manager Lisa Uglialoro, Director of Human Resources Chairman Schubert called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Roll Call: Kevin McCarthy-Present, Diane Kennedy-Present, Paul Schubert-Present,Jack Keniley-Present,Steve Gaumer-Present. Pledge-Recited. Public Comments-Wayne Sawchuk-432 Beechwood Street asked the Board to reconsider the price of $100 for the all facilities sticker for temporary rental units. He suggested $50. Chairman Schubert thanked Mr. Sawchuk for his comments the Board will put on the 7/11/17 agenda for further discussion. Lice nses/Perm its/Eve nts-100t"Anniversary Sandy Beach Association Event-Annette Sawchuk was present on behalf of Sandy Beach Association and gave an overview of the proposed event. Mrs. Sawchuk stated they are looking to have a clam bake and are asking for a one day liquor license and entertainment license. They are also proposing fireworks for which they have received a permit from the state. They will be asking the School Department if they can have residents park at the High School and run a shuttle bus to take them to Sandy Beach. The Board had a lengthy discussion. They agreed to continue the conversation at their 7/11/17 meeting with updated information from the event committee on the fireworks. Motion by Selectman McCarthy to approve the 1001h Anniversary of Sandy Beach clambake event on Saturday,July 22"d, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman McCarthy to approve the one day liquor license for the 100th Anniversary of Sandy Beach event on Saturday,July 22"d, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectman McCarthy to approve the entertainment license for the 100th Anniversary of Sandy Beach event on Saturday,July 22"d, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman Gaumer to amend the previous motion to include a rain date of 7/23/17 for the 100th Anniversary of Sandy Beach clambake event, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman Gaumer to amend the previous motion by include a rain date of 7/23/17 for the one day liquor license for the 100th Anniversary of Sandy Beach event, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Motion by Selectman Gaumer to amend the previous motion by include a rain date of 7/23/17 for the entertainment license for the 1001h Anniversary of Sandy Beach event, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Finalize and Adopt FY18 Goals&Objectives-H.R. Director Lisa Uglialoro reviewed the goals the Board worked on at their 6/20/17 meeting. Some minor edits were discussed. Mrs. Uglialoro will update the document and bring back to the Board. Purchase of Cemetery Lots-Motion by Selectman Kennedy to buy back 8 graves for$500 totaling $4,000 as requested, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). 1 Selectmen Minutes June 27, 2017 Long Range Planning Group Update-Katie Dugan was present and gave an update to the Board. She discussed historical population trends and analysis, new construction & improvements permits, property values, available lots and predictive values. SPED Reserve Policy Update-Katie Dugan discussed the edits that have been made to the policy due to the Municipal Modernization Act. Motion by Selectman McCarthy to approve amended Special Education Reserve Policy as presented, seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Appointments/Re-Appointments-Boards&Committees-Chairman Schubert stated the Board will hold off on the OPEB appointments and will discuss at the 7/11 meeting a new charge for the committee. Chairman Schubert reminded the applicants and volunteers on boards/committees that it is important that they are committed to attending meetings and actively participating. Cohasset Cultural Council-Motion by Selectman Kennedy to appoint Dan Olk and Kate Farrington to the Cohasset Cultural Council for a three year term, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Conservation Commission-Acting Chairman Jay Pimpare gave an overview of the positions available. Alex Koines, Christopher Macfarlane, Eric Eisenhauer and Kathleen Heffernan were present and each gave an overview of their experience. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to reappoint Alex Koines as a full member of Conservation Commission for a three year term, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectman McCarthy to appoint Eric Eisenhauer as a full member for a three year term,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectman McCarthy to reappoint Chris Macfarlane as an Associate Member for a one year term,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectmen McCarthy to appoint Kathleen Heffernan as an Associate Member for a one year term,seconded by Selectman Kennedy and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Harbor Committee Interviews&Appointments-Selectmen Keniley and Kennedy interviewed 10 residents for the 3 citizen at large positions and are recommending six residents for further consideration. The applicant pool was strong and the selectmen encourage anyone who is not chosen to stay involved and attend the meetings. Three of the six finalists are present tonight and three will be interviewed on July 111". The Board will vote on July 111"to choose the 3 candidates. The Board agreed to vote as a slate the community organization representatives to the Harbor Committee as they have been selected by their respective group. Motion by Selectman Kennedy to appoint Sean Kenealy as a representative of the Sailing Club; Joseph Curley as a representative of the Yacht Club; Kim Mulcahy as a representative of the Recreation Commission; and Harbormaster Lorri Gibbons as ex-officio to the Harbor Committee for a three year term, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Applicants George McGoldrick-107 Border Street, Lisa Hewitt Dick-27 Parker Avenue and Fran Collins- 404 South Main Street were present and each gave an overview of their experience. The Board had a brief discussion with the candidates and thanked them for their interest. Open Space and Recreation-Motion by Selectman Keniley to reappoint Richard Karoff to the Open Space and Recreation Committee, seconded by Selectman McCarthy and the vote was unanimous (5-0). Registrars of Voters-Motion by Selectman Kennedy to reappoint Diane Benson to the Registrar of Voters for a three year term, seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Selectmen Updates-Selectman Gaumer asked Mr. Senior about a contract in the packet a couple of weeks ago for security cameras and lights in the harbor. The lighting is done but the contract is not 2 Selectmen Minutes June 27, 2017 signed. He asked why the Board wasn't involved. Mr. Senior stated the information was distributed for informational purposes. The goal of the contract was for security in the harbor. Mr. Senior will get more information and get back to the Board. Selectman Gaumer asked that Mr. Senior pass along to public safety that the Cohasset Golf Club hosted its member/guest tournament the same day as the Triathlon. It is particularly dangerous where the golf carts cross on Cedar Street where there are also fast-moving cyclists. Chairman Schubert stated the South Shore Hospital received the Gold Award in Cardiac Care. Town Manager Update-Mr. Senior advised the Board the May Financial information is in the packet and they are one month out of end of year. The end of year should end well. The town recently received a $177,000 grant from the Green Communities. Selectman Kennedy attended the ceremony and represented the Town. Mr. Senior distributed a draft document of town meeting dates for the Board to review and comment on. Update on Open Positions-Lisa Uglialoro gave an update on the Finance Director and Town Accountant job descriptions and are hoping to post the job this week. Selectman Keniley suggested the Board review the job descriptions. The Board had a brief discussion. Mrs. Uglialoro will hold off on posting and have the Board review. Mr. Senior has reached out to colleagues and Sullivan and Powers for input. Minutes-Motion by Selectman Kennedy to approve the minutes of 6/13/17,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). Motion by Selectman Kennedy to adjourn,seconded by Selectman Keniley and the vote was unanimous(5-0). The meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Paul Schubert, Chairman Documents Event Application-Sandy Beach One Day liquor license application Entertainment License application FY18 Goals& Objectives Cemetery buy back LRPG Update SPED Reserve Policy Committee Applications May Financials Draft Town Meeting dates Minutes 6/13/17 3