Minutes
Board of Selectmen
Monday August 21, 2006
Regular Session
Eastham Town Hall Earle Mountain 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 6:35 P.M.
Public Information
There is no public information at this time.
6:35 Signing State Primary Warrant
Lillian Lamperti, Town Clerk, was present for the Selectmen to sign the State Primary Warrant to post for elections. The warrant was passed for the Board to sign.
6:40 Interviews/Appointments
Zoning Board of Appeals
Ms. Vanderhoef noted that David Fleming, citizen, would like to remain as an alternate on the Zoning Board. Selectman Collins noted that he is very qualified for the ZBA.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to reappoint David Fleming to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an alternate for a term to expire June 30, 2008. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
6:42 Timothy Klink Appointment
Selectman Burt invited Timothy Klink, citizen, to speak on his behalf. She noted that there have been some issues raised by staff members regarding regulation violations. Mr. Klink noted that he responded to the Board’s questions from a business stance, in terms of one of his projects going before the Zoning Board of Appeals. Selectman Sandblom noted that Mr. Klink may have overlooked something in his project resulting in the violation, however, if the issue has been resolved, then it is finished. Selectman Schropfer noted that he does very good work, but has had seven errors in 2004.
Mr. Klink responded that he did not follow procedures, but has paid the fines and replaced the vegetation for the first order. He also noted that the second order had been dismissed in court. He also informed the Board that the remaining violation is being taken care of with the building inspector.
Selectman Schropfer withdrew his motion to appoint Timothy Klink to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Selectman McDonald withdrew his second and the Board voted to rescind Mr. Klink’s appointment 4-1.
Selectman Burt suggested that he might be interested in another non-regulatory committee.
Selectman Collins made a motion to reappoint Roger Thurston to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom.
Mr. Thurston made a note to the Selectmen that he feels it unnecessary to make a sitting Board member justify themselves before the Selectmen. He noted that a more appropriate way to get new people would be to filter them in rather than make a sweeping range of appointments. Ms. Lamperti noted that Mr. Thurston serves the town well and is knowledgeable to train new Zoning Board members.
After a short discussion the Board voted 5-0.
7:05 Finance Committee
The applicants for the Finance Committee were invited to speak to the Board. Stephen Underberg, citizen, informed the Board the he has been in retail management for forty years and understands what the numbers mean. He noted that he does live here year round and has taken minutes on a previous committee.
Emilie Miller, citizen, has worked in retail and hospitality. She ran a bookstore in Orleans before she was hired by a company to turn unprofitable bookstores around. She informed the Board that she knows and understands the issues of the Finance Committee.
John Dowman, citizen, has served on the Finance Committee for six years prior. He is currently the chair of the Recycling Committee. He would like to see the Finance Committee grow and work more with the budget preparation process.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Russell French to the Finance Committee for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom.
Selectman McDonald noted that Mr. French has already been appointed to the Critical Planning Committee and that this appointment should go to someone else. Ms. Vanderhoef noted that Mr. French would remove himself from the Critical Planning Committee if appointed to the Finance Committee, as that is his preference.
The Board voted to appoint Mr. French 3-2.
7:37 Board of Health
Mr. Paul Lothrop, citizen, seeking reappointment, was invited to speak to the Board. Mr. Lothrop informed the Board the he enjoys the Board of Health and has great knowledge of a Title V. He also has experience in the field. He informed the Board that if anything looked questionable that he would recuse himself.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to reappoint Paul Lothrop to the Board of Health for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to appoint Stephen Wasby to the Board of Health for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sanblom and so voted 5-0.
7:45 Conservation Commission
The applicants for the Conservation Commission were invited to speak before the Board.
Robert Smith, citizen, informed the Board that he is a licensed Massachusetts Construction Supervisor. He also can read and interpret and read plans. He also has been to many meetings.
Robert Cook, citizen, informed the Board of his background in ecology and data analysis. He also has analyzed many environmental impact statements.
Selectman Burt questioned if the applicants knew the difference between wetlands and uplands plants. Mr. Smith responded that he has no biological background but would use the staff to help interpret things for him. Mr. Cook responded that the Wetland Protection Act forms the legal definition of a wetland area.
Selectman McDonald questioned the applicants on their thoughts on the beach. Mr. Smith responded that it is a matter of interpreting the law and looking at what is presented. Mr. Cook responded that he applied to the Conservation Commission before the beach was an issue, however, he could recuse himself if necessary.
Selectman McDonald suggested to defer the decision to give the other applicants a chance to respond.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to defer the vote until September 5, 2006, when all applicants can be present. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 3-2.
8:15 Planning Board
Richard Taylor, citizen, informed the Board that he has twenty-two years experience with a Bachelor’s degree in city planning. He has done code enforcement in California, with experience in long-range issues.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Richard Taylor to the Planning Board as an alternate member for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
8:21 Long Range Planning Advisory Board
Bernard Kaplan, citizen, informed the Board that he helped draft the Long Range Capital Plan. He also works with the town committees to keep the plan up to date.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to reappoint Bernard Kaplan and Kenneth Ainsworth to the Long Range Planning Advisory Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
8:30 Community Preservation Committee
Henry Curtis, citizen, noted his preference for this Committee. David Skiba, citizen, informed the Board that this is great group of individuals.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to reappoint Peter McDonald to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 4-0, Selectman McDoanld abstained.
Selectman Sandblom made a motion to reappoint David Skiba to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Collins made a motion to appoint Henry Curtis to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 4-1.
8:35 Historical Commission
Chris Thompson, citizen, informed the Board that he is a local builder specializing in historic renovations.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Chris Tompson to the Historical Commission for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Sandblom and so voted 5-0.
8:38 Human Services
Selectman Burt deferred the appointment until the applicants could be present.
8:39 Water Resources Advisory Board
Sandy Bayne, citizen, informed the Board that she helps the Board with wastewater, and is currently working with Jane Crowley, Town Health Agent, on alternative septic systems and an outer cape regional water management plan. William Nugent, citizen, noted that water will be very important in the coming years. He is currently working with the nitrate screening program. Donald Nuendel, citizen, informed the Board that this committee jumped out at him and that Cape Cod is unique with its water issues.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to reappoint Sandy Bayne to the Water Resources Advisory Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schropfer and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Sandblom made a motion to reappoint Marcel Boelitz to the Water Resources Advisory Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Scropfer made a motion to reappoint William Nugent to the Water Resources Advisory Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 5-0.
8:53 Rail Trail Renovations
Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that they have been invited for a briefing by the State on the renovation process at the bridge under the highway. Selectman Schropfer noted that that spot is terribly unsafe.
8:55 Transient Vendors
Selectman Collins made a motion to accept the list of transient vendors for Windmill Weekend September 9 & 10, 2006. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schropfer and so voted 5-0.
8:55 Minutes
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to accept the minutes for August 7, 2006. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 5-0.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to accept the minutes for August 9, 2006 with minor corrections. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 5-0.
Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that the Wednesday work session will begin the series of annual meetings with the committees, and that they will be meeting with the Council on Aging Board of Directors.
Selectman Collins made a motion to adjourn at 9:05 P.M. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 5-0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Krystal M. Boyd
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