BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES
WORK SESSION
Wednesday, December 7, 2005
PRESENT: Selectman Linda S. Burt, Chair; Selectman Joyce E. Brookshire, Vice Chair; Selectman Kenelm N. Collins, Clerk;
Sheila Vanderhoef, Town Administrator
Selectman Russell H. Sandblom, absent and
Selectman Peter L. Whitlock, absent.
Selectman Burt, Chair, called the Work Session to order at 2:45 p.m.
PUBLIC INFORMATION
No public information at this time.
WORK SESSION
Review of Capital Equipment Purchases, Cars - Chief Richard Hedlund
Chief Hedlund asked the Board of Selectmen’s consideration in the purchase of a Four Wheel Drive leased vehicle that would replace a vehicle leased three years ago, which we now own, and currently driven by him.
Reconfiguration of these vehicles and the animal control vehicle would in actuality bring back money to the town, would allow for more usage for snow emergencies, and more flexibility in the usage of said vehicles.
Ms. Vanderhoef noted that if the Board of Selectmen were in favor of this
proposal, the aforementioned plan would be put in place, and modifications
would be made accordingly.
The Board of Selectmen were in favor of this proposal.
Consideration of Proposal for Resident Recycling Sticker - Steve Douglas
Mr. Douglas (DPW Superintendent) has a proposal in progress for a recycling sticker that would identify both taxpayers and non-taxpayers in the Town of Eastham at the Transfer Station. Such a sticker will alleviate problems related to use of the Transfer Station by individuals who are not from Eastham.
Mr. Douglas would like to have more time for the preparation of this proposal, in order to present a more detailed plan and will present this to the Board of Selectmen as soon as it is ready.
2:55 p.m. - Review Proposed Open Space Residential Subdivision
Development Bylaw - Mary Elizabeth Burgess, Town Planner
Ms. Vanderhoef noted that Ms. Burgess had prepared a draft of an Open Space Residential Subdivision Development Bylaw for presentation to the Board of Selectmen, and specifically at the request of Selectman Brookshire.
The purpose of the Open Space Residential Subdivision Development Bylaw
(OSRSD) “is to offer an alternative development design for subdivisions which
promotes the preservation of open space. In doing so, this bylaw will encourage
the permanent preservation of open space, wildlife habitat and other natural
resources including aquifers, ground water recharge areas and wetlands in a
manner that is consistent with the Eastham Local Comprehensive Plan.
Furthermore, this bylaw will minimize sprawl and promote development that
conforms to existing topography and natural features more efficiently than
conventional subdivisions.”
Discussion included acreage size, promotion of community, considerations
related to traffic, different models of housing, issues related to design, parking, walkways, water, etc.
Mr. Howard Sandler (Eastham Planning Board) noted that Mr. Michael Cole had asked him to be present at today’s meeting. Selectman Burt noted that the Bikeways Committee and the Critical Planning Committee had been asked to come back to the Board of Selectmen with more detail on the interesting concepts they had suggested for the Brackett Road project. Mr. Sandler noted that he was aware of some of the
concepts, has also found them to be interesting, and would like to see them reach fruition. Selectman Burt noted that these matters will be discussed further, and the Board looks forward to meeting with the Bikeways and Critical Planning Committees. Selectman Brookshire said that she also thought the Critical Planning Committee had a lot of good ideas.
Selectman Brookshire stated that she thought that Mary Elizabeth Burgess (Town
Planner) had done a good job in preparing the proposed by-law as presented here today, and recommends moving forward and presenting same to the Planning Board.
The Board of Selectmen agrees with Selectman Brookshire’s recommendation
to move forward with the proposed by-law and to now present same to the Planning Board.
Ms. Vanderhoef noted that on-going conversations with Department Heads include review of Capital items, and review of Articles that are open.
Discussion followed regarding closing the Hemingway facility and
getting a new building up at Salt Pond.
The Board of Selectmen decided to put a new building at Salt Pond and to
close the Hemenway Facility.
The Board of Selectmen would like to meet with Mr. Fred Fenlon
(Assembly of Delegates) to discuss matters relating to grants.
Mr. Jack Slavin (MIS Director) will be asked to update the Board of Selectmen on wind turbines. Mr. Slavin is the Town’s liaison with the Energy Committee.
The Board of Selectmen would like to meet with him before the MIIA Annual meeting in Boston on January 13 - 14.
The Finance Committee is meeting with the Regional Budget Sub-Committee at the Central Office tomorrow. Selectman Burt and Selectman Collins will attend.
All matters having been discussed, Selectman Collins made a motion, and Selectman Brookshire seconded the motion to adjourn at 4:00 p.m. Selectman Collins, yes; Selectman Brookshire, yes; Selectman Burt, yes.
Respectfully submitted,
Lorraine Speros
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