Minutes
Board of Selectmen
Monday August 7, 2006
Regular Session – 6:30 P.M.
Eastham Town Hall, Earle Mountain Hearing Room
PRESENT: Linda Burt, Chair
Kenelm Collins, Vice Chair
Russell Sandblom, Clerk
Martin McDonald
David Schropfer
Sheila Vanderhoef, Town Administrator
Selectman Burt called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.
Public Information
Selectman Schropfer noted that due to the passing and services for Mark Vecchione, the first Cape serviceman to be killed in Iraq, he realized that there is only a WWII memorial. He suggested proposing a Town Meeting article for a memorial representing soldiers from all wars.
Selectman McDonald wanted to inform the Board and the public that there have been two current contracts issued by the Town; one to Environmental Partners for the water supply study, and one to Stantec for the North Eastham Village Center.
6:35 Shellfish Officer of the Year Award
Gary Sherman, President, Massachusetts Shellfish Officer Association, is on hand to present Henry Lind, Town Shellfish Officer, with the Shellfish Officer of the Year Award. Mr. Sherman informed the audience that Mr. Lind had been selected by his peers based on his superior work.
6:44 Aquaculture Transfers – Robert Doon
Mr. Lind explained the list of aquaculture transfers to the Board, as well as a little history on each applicant.
Selectman Collins made a motion to approve the aquaculture transfer from Jeffery Valli to Robert Doon. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schrpofer and so voted 5-0.
6:47 Acceptance of Resignation
Selectman Collins made a motion to approve the resignation of Donald Intonti from the Conservation Commission. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schropfer and so voted 5-0.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to accept the resignation of Joseph Realbuto from the Public Access Committee of Eastham. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to release the lien for the affordable lots of North Sunkenmeadow Road. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
6:50 Tax Title Property
Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that some of the properties held by the town are too small to build on, however, some abutters are interested in the properties. Selectman McDonald noted that he would like more information on these properties. Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that the values are based on town assessments, which are 95-98% of the market price, based on the previous year sales.
Lisa Radke, citizen, urged that the Town would not want to encourage expansion into mansion-like homes. Ms. Vanderhoef noted that she will provide a map with the lot information at a later time.
6:52 Beach Break Noise Complaint
Ms. Vanderhoef reminded the Board that it has been several months since they have looked at the issue, which in said time, the owners were actively selling the property. Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that the business has renewed its liquor license as well as food service license. She also noted that the business is only using the first floor. She noted that there have been no recent complaints.
Selectman Schropfer noted that the Board should rely on the neighbors to inform them of a problem by making a complaint. He suggested holding the issue until there is a complaint. Ms. Vandehoef noted that there would need to be a change in the license as it currently includes both floors. Selectman Sandblom noted that the business has made some changes. Selectman Burt noted that they are still actively trying to sell the business.
7:07 Public Hearing – Industrial Land Use
Selectman Burt read the newspaper advertisement for tonight’s public hearing.
A public hearing will be held on Monday August 7, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Earle Mountain Room at Eastham Town Hall, 2500 State Highway, Eastham, MA, regarding the general future of industrial land availability and uses in Eastham.
Ms. Vanderhoef pointed out the map for the Board listing the current industrial properties, the owners, the size, and number of buildings. She noted that the Board can ask for a recommendation from the Planning Board if necessary. However, there is a town meeting process for rezoning the property. Selectman Collins noted suggested asking Planning Board for a recommendation. Selectman Sandblom suggested the town take all of Holmes Rd. and turn the town lot into industrial.
Selectman McDonald noted that the Critical Planning Committee’s Village Center Study should give more insight about industrial land in that area. Selectman Schropfer suggested allowing access across the power lines to make landlocked property available. Mike Cole, Planning Board member, informed the Board that there is a dire need for industrial space to cut back on two issues; inappropriate developments, and home occupations. Paul Lothrop, citizen, noted that the industry is needed to generate tax revenue.
David Hoerle, citizen, noted that there is still activity on the Chavez property. Ms. Vanderhoef noted that the last set of orders for the property were to cease and desist. She noted that the litigation dealt with the zoning of the property. Selectman Schropfer noted that the Board should work with the Planning Board to look at rezoning the property. Ms. Vanderhoef noted that a letter can be prepared to the Planning Board regarding the rezoning of the property.
7:52 Wiley Park Foot Bridge – Open Space Committee
Judy Brainerd, Open Space Committee, informed the Board that the new bridge is handicap accessible. Joe Bianchi, Engineer, informed the Board that the bridge is longer than the first design, with a rise of four feet for kayakers to go under. The bridge would be constructed of heavy timbers and steel rod. Selectman Sandblom questioned how often kayakers would use the waterway, as there isn’t much water there. Glen Collins, Chair, Open Space Committee, informed the Board that there is always water there, as it is spring fed. Selectman Schropfer suggested seeing the area before voting on the bridge. The Board will visit this site on Wednesday August 9, 2006 during the Board of Selectmen work session.
8:10 Committee Appointments
Conservation Commission
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to reappoint Stephen Smith and Judith Williams to the Conservation Commission for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
Critical Planning Committee
The Board reached an agreement that the Town Moderator should not be appointed to a town committee.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to appoint Kenneth Taber to the Critical Planning Committee as a member at large for a term to expire on June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Collins made a motion to appoint Mike Abeid to the Critical Planning Committee for a term to expire June 30, 2007. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0. Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Mr. Abeid to Michael Demetri’s vacant position. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Russell French to the Critical Planning Committee as a member at large for a term to expire June 30, 2009.
There was a short discussion regarding this appointment. Joanna Stevens read a letter as attached.
The motion was then seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 3-2.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to appoint Dwight Woodson to the Critical Planning Committee as a member at large for a term to expire June 30, 2008. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Sandblom made a motion to appoint Robert Smith to the Critical Planning Committee as a member at large for a term to expire June 30, 2008. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Board interviewed the applicants for the Zoning Board of Appeals. Timothy Klink, citizen, informed the Board that he had been on the Planning Board for two years and felt it was a good stepping-stone for the ZBA. Victoria Dalmas, citizen, informed the Board that she has experience in landings law. George Reinhart informed the Board that he has forty years of building experience. John Zazzaro, citizen, informed the Board that he would like to get involved and see the town grow. Mr. Klink noted that he has only had three projects come before the Planning Board in two years, but there could be possible conflicts of interest with the ZBA. Mr. Zazzaro noted that he has experience working with builders.
Selectman McDonald questioned if Mr. Klink would be able to distinguish between the two boards. Mr. Klink noted that they are indeed separate Boards, but they should be able to work together.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Donald Intonti to a regular position from an alternate position on the Zoning Board of Appeals. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to appoint Victoria Dalmas to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schropfer and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Timothy Klink to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 4-1.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint John Zazzaro as an alternate member to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
Planning Board
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to reappoint Peter McDonald to the Planning Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 4-0-1, Selectman McDonald abstained.
Steven Wasby informed the Board that he would bring his knowledge of political science to the Planning Board. He stated he has written statutes as well as taught state and local government.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to reappoint Debbie Abbott to the Planning Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 5-0.
The Board held off filling the alternate position as some of the applicants were not present.
9:18 Open Cape Cod
Selectman Schropfer informed the Board that a study is being done to see which cape towns would be interested in a backup communication system for Cape Cod in the event of a major storm or power outage. He informed the Board that the system is designed to enable individuals who are in shelters to communicate with their families off cape. Selectman Burt asked that the group be invited to make a presentation to the Board.
9:25 Nauset Beach Parking Lot Update
Ms. Vanderhoef noted some changes in operation with the taxpayer spots. Mark Powers, Recreation Director, informed the Park Service has requested that from Monday through Thursday at 11:00 a.m., if there are more than 15 taxpayer spots available, the town allow non taxpayers to park. Selectman Sandblom noted that the sign has been changed, however, it is not always correct. Mr. Powers suggested changing the sign to only include the Coast Guard Beach Shuttle.
The Board agreed to postpone approval of meeting minutes to another meeting, as the time is late.
9:40
Selectman Collins made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schropfer and so voted 5-0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Krystal M. Boyd
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