Minutes
Board of Selectmen
Monday October 2, 2006
Regular Session – 6:30 p.m.
Eastham Town Hall, Earle Mountain Hearing Room
PRESENT: Linda Burt, Chair
Kenelm Collins, Vice Chair
Martin McDonald
David Schropfer
Sheila Vanderhoef, Town Administrator
ABSENT: Russell Sandblom, Clerk
Selectman Burt called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Public Information
There is no public information at this time.
Visitor’s Tourism and Promotion Services Board – Appointments
Selectman Burt invited Bonnie Nuendel, citizen, and Elbert Carlson, citizen, to speak to the Board. Ms. Nuendel informed the Board that she has done previous committee work and would like to see Eastham continue to be a great place to visit. Mr. Carlson informed the Board that Judith Cannon got him interested in serving on the committee.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to appoint Bonnie Nuendel as a member at large on the Visitor’s Tourism and Promotion Services Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009, and to appoint Elbert Carlson as the Eastham Forum representative to the Visitor’s Tourism and Promotion Services Board for a term to expire June 30, 2009. The motion was seconded by Selectman Collins and so voted 4-0.
6:37 Barnstable County Commissioners Annual Update
William Doherty, Lance Lambros, and Mary LeClair from the Commissioners office were on hand to update the Selectmen. Mr. Doherty updated the Board on the water resources program, the Cape Light Compact, supply purchasing, and traffic assessments, the results of which will be in the annual report from the Commission. Mr. Lambros updated the Board on the Cape Cod Cooperative extension, as well as various successful health clinics in town. Ms. LeClair updated the Board on the activities at Children’s Cove, the fire training academy, resource development and the involvement of Americorps.
7:05 Open Cape Concept
Dan Gallagher, Executive Director of Information Technology at Cape Cod Community College and Theresa Martin, Executive Director of the Cape Cod Technology Council were on hand to discuss the project with the Selectmen. Ms. Martin noted that the project is in the initial stages and they are asking for support for the project. She also noted that data information is critical and the project would bring major infrastructure to the area. Mr. Gallagher noted that the project would be an emergency communication network, as well as a digital transport network that can used daily. The network would run along Routes 28 and 6. He also noted that the project would use towers that are already in place, rather than incurring the expense of building new towers. Mr. Gallagher also noted that initial
funding for legal services and engineering studies would come from the County.
Selectman McDonald questioned if a project such as this has been implemented in any other location. Mr. Gallagher responded that the Eastern Coast of Maryland and Virginia both have had very successful programs for two years.
7:25 SEMASS Contracts
Greg Smith was present to discuss the expiration of the SEMASS Contracts. He would like to address the options available to Cape towns before the contracts expire. He noted that fees will be much higher in 2015. He informed the Board of the options to the town and suggested that collectively negotiating with the other Cape towns would most likely produce the best price outcome. Mr. Smith showed a PowerPoint presentation to the Board and audience outlining his concerns and possible options for the future.
7:57 Nauset Light Parking Lot Operational Update
George Price, National Seashore, and Mark Powers, Eastham Recreation Director, were in attendance to discuss the operation of the parking lot. Mr. Price noted that the planning and work done by the Eastham Department of Public Works was very professional. He also noted that the Eastham summer staff worked very effectively. He felt that there was plenty of signage and staff, and the Seashore appreciated Eastham sharing their spaces with the Seashore visitors if necessary. Joseph Mistretta, citizen, noted that he conducted a survey at Windmill Weekend regarding the arrangement. He noted two things: 1. Residents were thrilled to have access; and 2. Other residents were not fully aware of the arrangement. Mr. Powers noted that his staff expected the worst to happen and it didn’t. He also noted that the arrangement is still a work in progress.
Selectman Schropfer noted that the sign on the highway stating the beach closures is an issue that needs to be addressed before next summer.
8:20 Release of Lien
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to release the lien of the lot known as 5 Sandy Meadow Way, Eastham, MA. 02642. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 4-0.
8:20 Modified Staging Permit
Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that the staging use policy has changed to include some key items. She is asking that the Board adopt the new policy, so it can be used as soon as necessary.
Selectman McDonald made a motion to adopt the amended beach and staging use policy as presented. The motion was seconded by Selectman Schropfer and so voted 4-0.
8:25 Tax Title Property – 325 Campground Rd.
Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that the abutters of the property intend to split that land. She also noted that the Town will receive the current assessed value for the land with the purchaser paying all legal and surveying fees. She also noted that the Town has approximately 25 pieces of property such as this.
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to declare that the parcel currently held by the Town of Eastham at said location for purposes of sale under C. 60 or general municipal purposes of sale by virtue of the Tax Taking recorded with the Barnstable County Registry of Deeds in Book 5321, Page 20 is not needed for general municipal purposes and that the parcel may be conveyed to Jo Ann and Michael A. Jr. Dora and Lynn D. and George A III Yardsley. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 4-0.
8:30 Administrator’s Report
Ms. Vanderhoef informed the Board that the bidding process is complete for the Herringbrook Road. reconstruction project, with a pre-construction meeting to be held Wednesday October 4, 2006.
Ms. Vanderhoef noted that John Knight is the new chair of the Finance Committee. The next meeting will be October 19, 2006.
Ms. Vanderhoef updated the Board on the building/health department files. The departments are compliant with the ten-day request for records and the project is 2/3 finished.
Ms. Vanderhoef noted that the work on the DPW foundation is proceeding.
Ms. Vanderhoef also noted a discussion with Selectman McDonald regarding the North Eastham Village Center concept, concerning keeping the Board updated. Selectman Burt noted that the initial discussion would be more appropriate for the Wednesday work session, with formal discussion to follow on a Monday night.
8:37 Other Business
Selectman Schropfer noted that there have been a few letters addressed to the Board, rather than the Town Administrator, and was concerned that they need to be responded to.
Minutes
Selectman Schropfer made a motion to approve the minutes of the Monday September 18, 2006 regular session meeting with amendments. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 4-0.
Dianne Ashley, citizen, wanted to inform the Board of an event taking place at Coast Guard Beach the weekend of October 13 and 14, 2006. She noted that the name of the group is Arlington East and they will be holding discussion and vigil for the troops. They will be taking this time to allow families with loved ones in the war to speak about how it is affecting their lives. Ms. Ashley noted that this service is for the people who feel that the troops have not been honored enough.
All matters having been discussed,
Selectman Collins made a motion to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. The motion was seconded by Selectman McDonald and so voted 4-0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Krystal M. Boyd
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