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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBoard of Selectmen Minutes September 17, 2008_201402061518158504BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes of the Meeting of 17 September 2008 at 6:00 PM. The meeting took place in the Court Room, Town and County Building, 16 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA 02554. Members of the Board present were Rick Atherton, Brian Chadwick, Michael Kopko, Allen Reinhard, and Patricia Roggeveen. Chairman Kopko called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. ANNOUNCEMENTS Town Manager C. Elizabeth Gibson announced that two public informational meetings are scheduled for September 23 and September 24, 2008 at the 2 Fairgrounds Road conference room for the purpose of seeking comment from the community as to the parameters of what the Town will be asking from potential developers of the 2 Fairgrounds housing component. Marine Superintendent Dave Fronzuto asked the Board to officially recognize Assistant Harbormaster Kenneth Lappin’s performance with regard to a rescue of two individuals when their boat overturned in dangerous sea conditions on August 25, 2008. Mr. Fronzuto stated that, with the assistance of other Marine Department personnel, Sheila Lucey and Chris VanderWolk, Mr. Lappin executed flawless seamanship skills in handling the rescue craft as well rendering the stranded mariners first aid assistance. Nantucket resident John Stackpole also commended the Marine Department personnel, specifically acknowledging Mr. Fronzuto. Mr. Fronzuto further commended Mr. Lappin for his expertise in locating a man who was reported missing in Sesachacha Pond in August and was subsequently found deceased. Mr. Fronzuto also asked the Board to recognize lifeguards Matt Annese, Chris Getman, C.T. Bartholomae and Mike Toran for performing admirably under extremely stressful conditions responding to an individual who required extraction from the water and medical assistance due to a surfing accident last month. Mr. Fronzuto stated he plans to submit their names for recognition by the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum for the 2009 “lifesavers of the year” award. The Board commended Mr. Lappin who was present and unanimously agreed that letters of commendation be sent to the individuals mentioned. PUBLIC COMMENT Public Works Director Jeff Willett announced that the reconstruction and repaving of Quaker Road will commence September 22, 2008. Ms. Gibson apprised the Board that a lead time of 3 months is given to abutters along roads where paving projects are planned so that any road cuts that may be planned by residents are completed before paving begins. Approval of Payroll Warrant for Week Ending 14 September 2008. The payroll warrant for the week ending 14 September 2008 was approved by the unanimous consent of the meeting. Approval of Treasury Warrant and Pending Contracts for 17 September 2008. The treasury warrant and pending contracts for 17 September 2008 were approved by the unanimous consent of the meeting. Public Hearing to Consider Application of Nantucket Island Management, LLC dba Jared Coffin House, James Storey, Manager for Alteration of Premises of Annual All-Alcoholic Innholder License, for Premises Located at 29 Broad Street, Nantucket. Chairman Kopko opened the hearing and asked if any individual was present who wished to speak in favor of the application. William Hunter, attorney for the applicant, spoke in favor and explained the reason for the request. Mr. Hunter stated that the requested alteration of premises consists of the elimination of the basement from the description of the licensed premises. Mr. Hunter noted that the basement is the former Tap Room restaurant. Mr. Hunter also stated that the current license indicates there are 41 bedrooms when in actuality there are 44 bedrooms and the applicant wishes to reflect the correct number. Jared Coffin House manager Jim Storey also spoke on the application responding to Chairman Kopko’s question of how long the operation will remain open. Mr. Storey stated they will probably close after Christmas Stroll weekend. Mr. Hunter added that his client will, most likely, Minutes of the Meeting of 17 September 2008 – 6:00 PM Page II. return to the Board asking for a seasonal license next year. Chairman Kopko closed the hearing and Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the alteration of premises application to eliminate the “Tap Room” from the licensed premises and increase the number of bedrooms to 44; seconded by Mr. Atheron. So voted unanimously. Harbor and Shellfish Board: Request for Endorsement of Revised Mission Statement (continued from September 3, 2008). Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board Vice-Chairman Peter Boyce spoke on the revisions made to the proposed mission statement noting that the document now has three governing statements: 1) enabling legislation; 2) mission statement; 3) guiding principles. Some discussion followed and Mr. Reinhard moved to endorse the revised mission statement (attached); seconded by Mr. Atherton. So voted unanimously. Energy Study Committee: Annual Update and Wind Energy Development. Barbara Gookin, chairman of the Energy Study Committee, named those individuals who serve on the committee and stated that the committee has put the municipal electric aggregate issue “on hold.” Ms. Gookin asked that the Board approve a proposed updated mission statement and after some discussion on this issue, Mr. Reinhard moved approval of the attached; seconded by Mr. Atherton. So voted unanimously. Ms. Gookin updated the Board on research the Committee has completed regarding wind energy development noting that a site visit was made to Hull, MA at the beginning of the summer to view wind turbines in that town. Ms. Gookin continued that in the upcoming months further research will be conducted to determine an optimum build out plan for wind generation on Nantucket. Ms. Gookin stated that there are only two economically feasible wind power sites on the Island: the Surfside Wastewater Treatment Plant facility and the landfill/Massasoit site in Madaket. Some discussion followed concerning these two sites. Ms. Gookin asked the Board to approve the committee’s request to seek grants which would provide for further analysis of the two selected sites, funding for feasibility studies, environmental permitting, public informational forums, technical services and start-up costs. Ms. Gibson stated she supports the committee’s request but only if the Town is not required to produce any “matching” funds. After some additional discussion, Mr. Reinhard moved to approve the request; seconded by Ms. Roggeveen. So voted unanimously. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Ms. Gibson reported on an alleged liquor license violation at 21 Federal this past week and asked the Board to set a hearing date to review the matter. Police Chief Bill Pittman explained the violation. Mr. Atherton moved to set the hearing date for October 22, 2008; seconded by Ms. Roggeveen. So voted unanimously. Review of Proposed Capital Projects for FY 2010. Ms. Gibson reviewed the annual minimum capital funding requirement per the Nantucket Town Code and stated that for FY 2010 this amount is estimated at approximately $642,750. Ms. Gibson reviewed what constitutes capital projects and gave a presentation of both summary totals of submitted requests by category for FY 2010 (i.e. beaches, park & ponds, bicycle paths & sidewalks, buildings, non building assets, road improvements, technology, vehicles & equipment, schools) and detailed requests under each category. Ms. Gibson noted her recommendations and stated that the Board is scheduled to review the recommendations at its meeting of September 24, 2008 and then the Capital Program Committee will review the projects. Chairman Kopko thanked Ms. Gibson for her presentation. SELECTMEN’S REPORTS/COMMENT Review of Program Parameters for Community Housing at 2 Fairgrounds Road. Ms. Gibson noted that John Ryan, the consultant hired to develop the community housing program at 2 Fairgrounds Road, was Minutes of the Meeting of 17 September 2008 – 6:00 PM Page III. scheduled to address the Board this evening but was unable to attend the meeting so this agenda item will be re-scheduled. A brief discussion followed concerning the proposed Request for Proposal parameters. Discussion Regarding Allocation Process for Health & Human Services Funding for FY 2010. Ms. Roggeveen stated she asked for this discussion to be placed on the agenda because she feels the process for which health and human services funding is allocated might better be served if it comes through the Board of Selectmen for review instead of the contract review committee. A lengthy discussion followed with Human Services Coordinator MaryAnne Worth and Human Services council member Linda Williams speaking in opposition to changing the process. Ms. Worth stated the contract review committee has already held its first meeting. Mr. Chadwick stated he did not think it appropriate for this discussion to be before the Board tonight and further discussion followed. Mr. Atherton stated he wants to see a more formal assessment of the current process as to what may be lacking before any changes are made. More discussion followed as to a review by the Board of Selectmen of the committee’s goals. Adoption of Statement Regarding Bulk Fuel Storage. Mr. Chadwick reviewed a meeting held earlier in the day by the Bulk Fuel Committee in which discussion took place about the fuel tank farm which is currently located in the downtown core area. Also speaking on the matter was Bulk Fuel Committee member Whiting Willauer. After some discussion, Mr. Chadwick moved to endorse the following policy statement: “the policy of the Board of Selectmen is to support the relocation of the fuel tank farm from its present waterfront location to a site outside of the downtown area because of environmental and safety concerns;” seconded by Mr. Reinhard. So voted unanimously. Chairman Kopko spoke about a meeting scheduled for October 15, 2008 to discuss the status of the Master Plan with the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission (NP&EDC) and asked whether this meeting should be a public hearing or a public informational meeting. Some discussion followed and it was the consensus of the Board that this meeting should not be advertised as a public hearing. Mr. Chadwick requested that representatives from the Nantucket Housing Authority attend next week’s Board of Selectmen meeting. Ms. Roggeveen acknowledged the Park and Recreation Department employees for a successful Island Fair held last weekend at Tom Nevers Park. The meeting was unanimously adjourned at 8:35 PM. Approved the 1st day of October 2008. Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board Three Governing Statements Approved by the HSAB, September 2, 2008 Approved by Board of Selectmen September 17, 2008 Enabling Legislation: The Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board was established by the Massachusetts Legislature (Acts 1976 Chap 495) which states in part: “The Board shall make recommendations to the Board of Selectman of said town of persons to be appointed to the position of Harbormaster and Shellfish Warden. The Board shall recommend and advise the Selectmen concerning the duties and responsibilities of the Harbormaster and Shellfish Warden and the Board shall have other duties and responsibilities as may be necessary for the proper use and management of the water and shellfish of the Town of Nantucket. Approved October 22, 1976” Mission Statement: The Mission of the Nantucket Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board shall be to advise and make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen about the effective and appropriately balanced management and use of Nantucket’s marine resources both now and for the future. Guiding Principles: To accomplish its Mission, the Nantucket Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board will advise and make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen on ways to: Oversee and ensure the sustainability of Nantucket’s natural marine resources for shellfishing, fishing, and other commercial and recreational activities, and to promote the broad biodiversity of Nantucket’s marine life; Maintain and enhance the quality of Nantucket’s waters and ensure that the waters of Nantucket are protected from the harmful effects of human activity; Ensure access to and balanced usage of Nantucket’s waters for recreational, family, and commercial uses; Support the recommendations of any Harbor, Estuaries, Shellfish, Water Quality, Coastal Zone or similar management plan duly adopted by the Town, and to help implement such recommendations. NANTUCKET ENERGY STUDY COMMITTEE MISSION STATEMENT REVISED: SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 • REPORT TO THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN ON ENERGY RELATED ISSUES WHICH MAY AFFECT NANTUCKET’S RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC USERS. • RECOMMEND POLICY OR CODE AMENDMENTS AS APPROPRIATE. • EVALUATE AND EXPLORE POTENTIAL ENEERGY PRODUCTION FOR NANTUCKET AS NEEDED. • SERVE AS A RESOURCE FOR INFORMATION ON RENEWABLE AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES, ENERGY CONSERVATION AND ANY ENERGY RELATED ISSUES WITH RELEVANCE TO NANTUCKET ISLAND.