MINUTES
Board of Selectmen
Wednesday, January 5, 2005
WORK SESSION
Present: Chairman Linda Burt; Selectman Kenelm Collins, Vice Chair;
Selectman Russell Sandblom, Clerk; Selectman Joyce Brookshire;
Selectman Peter Whitlock.
2:30 p.m. Selectman Burt opened the meeting.
2:40 p.m. Taking of notes began at 2:40 p.m.
WORK SESSION
2:40 p.m. Discuss Visitor Services Board Budget/Expenditures - Janet Demetri
Ms. Janet Demetri (Visitors Service Board) was present in response to a request from Ms. Sheila Vanderhoef (Town Administrator) to further discuss and clarify responsibility for payment for the new sign recently installed at the Information Booth by the Chamber of Commerce.
As indicated in Ms. Vanderhoef’s memorandum to the Board of Selectmen, money for the sign
was originally approved at Town meeting on May 6, 2002, Article 8, Item 7 (i.e., Carved sign for
Visitors Information Booth - $1,650.00). However, subsequent discussions between the Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Selectmen and their “gifting” of the sign to the Town resulted in a misunderstanding regarding same.
Discussion followed. Selectman Brookshire additionally expressed concern that the lettering on the bottom of the sign was too small, and that she would like to see the sign revised to allow for this concern.
Selectman Collins moved, and Selectman Sandblom seconded the motion to process payment and/or reimbursement as appropriate not to exceed the amount of $1,650.00 which was approved at Town Meeting on May 6, 2002, Article 8, Item 7 (i.e., Carved sign for Visitors Information Booth - $1,650.00). Approved 5-0.
2:56 p.m. Review of Human Services Proposed Budget - Jari Rapaport
Ms. Jari Rapaport (Human Services Co-Chair) and Mr. Richard Dill (Human Services) were
both present to discuss the recommendations of the Human Services Committee to reallocate funding of their Human Services Budget which also reflects the addition of Gosnold Treatment and Counseling Services.
Ms. Rapaport and Mr. Dill both concurred that these changes reflect their concerns and desire to
place the “highest priority on services to Eastham children and assistance for housing and emergency services.”
Additionally, as reflected on the attached chart (enclosed) the Human Services Committee
is requesting that “ a 3% increase be distributed to the recommended agencies as outlined.”
Selectman Collins thanked Ms. Rapaport and Mr. Dill for their detailed and “well thought out” presentation.
Selectman Collins moved to accept their request as presented, which includes the addition of Gosnold Treatment and Counseling Services to the agencies funded and a 3% increase as outlined. Selectmen Brookshire seconded the motion. Approved 5-0.
3:05 p.m. Next Steps Toward Increased Recycling - Jerry Gibson
Mr. Jerry Gibson (Recycling Committee, Chair) wanted to thank Ms. Sheila Vanderhoef for her
support, especially during a recent meeting with engineers.
Mr. Gibson wished to further discuss with the Board of Selectmen the Recycling Committee’s
concerns regarding compliance with recycling regulations. Mr. Gibson applauded Cape Cod Disposal’s “conscientious efforts to deal with recyclables, even to the point of bringing a truck to the Transfer Station and depositing amounts of recyclables individually in the various bins.”
Mr. Gibson further discussed initiating a permit for haulers, in coordination with the Board of
Health to further the goal of compliance with recycling regulations.
Selectman Brookshire recommended the use of clear plastic bags to facilitate same. All agreed that continuing the raising of awareness of the community in regards to recycling was imperative.
The Board of Selectmen requested that Mr. Gibson write a proposal related to permits for haulers. This will be further discussed in a meeting to be scheduled with the Recycling Committee and the Board of Health.
3:35 p.m. Consideration of Public Works Economic Development Grant Program -
Terry Whalen
Mr. Whalen noted that Ms. Vanderhoef had suggested that he come before the Board of Selectmen with information on two grant applications.
Mr. Whalen informed the Board of Selectmen of a potential grant application under Public Works Economic Development (PWED) program as a possible funding source for physical improvements to Brackett Road and the submission of a Commonwealth Capital Application which is “now required for any PWED application (and for many other grant programs) as part of the State’s Smart Growth policies.”
Mr. Whalen also noted that “some level of planning with public participation would need to be
undertaken first to scope a project for submission.”
After discussion with the Board of Selectmen, Mr. Whalen indicated that he would speak to the Planning Board, and after their review and potential signatures on these grant applications, same will be presented to the Board of Selectmen for their further review and/or signatures.
Mr. Whalen then distributed a copy of a letter just given to him from the Bikeways Committee, and addressed to Mr. Danny O’Brien, Project Manager (State Division of Conservation and Recreation) outlining various concerns and requesting input to the design of the Cape Cod Rail Trail Reconstruction project in Eastham.
Mr. Whalen presented this to the Board of Selectmen for their information and review. The
Bikeways committee will be attending a regional Bikeways meeting in Brewster this coming Thursday, and would appreciate any revisions, concerns and/or comments communicated to them before Thursday, January 13, 2005.
Selectman Burt reminded the Board that the packets for the MMA meeting in Boston were
upstairs and could be picked up at this time.
Selectman Collins moved, and Selectman Brookshire seconded the motion to adjourn at 4:00.
Selectman Collins, yes; Selectman Brookshire, yes; Selectman Burt, yes; Selectman Sandblom
yes and Selectmen Whitlock, yes.
Respectfully submitted,
Lorraine Speros
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