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1999-02-04BEVERLY HARBOR MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY M I NUTE S February 4, 1999 Beverly Public Library PRESENT: G. Whitney, D. Neuman, R. Badessa, P. Allen, A. Burns, C. Raymond GUESTS: T. Cassidy, L. Bochynski G. Whitney opened the meeting. There was no Public Input. At the request of A. Burns the Authority observed a moment of silence in memory of Neil'Desmond. A Motion to accept the Minutes of the January meeting was made by D. Neuman, Seconded by A. Burns, and all approved. G. Whitney - Correspondence - Ward II Whaler. G. Whitney asked if there was any input on the Ventron property. T. Cassidy stated that the Mayor artended a Ward II meeting and said that this would be a once in a lifetime opportunity. He is not sure what the City would do with it. G. Whitney stated that he would like to write a letter to the Mayor stating our ideas for the property. C. Raymond said he has no opinion, but said that someone would like to see a low-impact operation like Cape Ann Marina. R. Badessa said that if a Hotel or Motel is built we still need a launching ramp. P. Allen said that we need a boat launching ramp. D. Neuman stated that a sketch shows a first-class boat ramp, public walkway, and launching facilities. A. Burns said she would like to see a boat launch, and green space, and maybe a 2 story motel. A very beautiful and respectful one. G. Whitney would like to see boat launching and Junior sailing. D. Neuman and G. Whitney spoke with F. Courtney, and she suggested that they speak to someone at the State level. G. Whitney contacted the Public Access Board. It will design, construct, and perpetually maintain a City owned boat launch ramp. It could cost between $350,000 and $400,000 for Beverly. There would be a restriction on this, it would always have to be utilized as a boat ramp. A. Burns made a motion that G. Whitney write s letter to the Mayor recommending a boat launching facility. P. Allen seconded. All approved. Treasurer's Report was handed out by R. Badessa. The Harbormaster is at another meeting this evening, so in his absence G. Whitney read a note. P. Allen spoke of the meeting of the Facilities Committee and handed out t~e meeting minutes. She stated that they would like to get ready for summer. L. Bochynski has plans for handicapped access to the property. Picnic tables are $4100.00. Shipping causes the price to be high. All agreed to purchase these. Next meeting of the Facilities Committee is Friday, February 12, @ 9:00 a.m. T. Cassidy stated that she, R. Badessa, G. Whitney, and D. Neuman have been working on the RFP for the waterfront, with the help of C. Bradley. This will cover lease of all the City Property. It will call for use of all or any portion. K. Stotts has put together a marketing brochure. done. It is almost G. whitney stated that the State owns the land under the bridge. The BHMA asked the City Solicitor to acquire an easement for the BHMA to utilize this area'for. parking and harbor access. The City Solicitor has indicated thathe will not do this. If we do not have this easement, the wording in the RFP will have to change. T. Cassidy stated that the City Solicitor said that the City did not have much chance of getting an easement. It was explained that to put the slips back that were there before bridge construction we need an easement. The City must also provide legal vehicle Marina parking per ordinance. T. Cassidy cautioned all present regarding release of information to parties interested in leasing the waterfront. This is a competitive bid process. Any data provided must be accurate and provided to the same degree to all prospective bidders. The RFP will indicate the process to obtain information. C. Raymond stated that A. Burns received a phone call inviting her to a meeting at the Bass Haven. She could not attend, but C. Raymond and J. Bolden artended. There is a communication problem, they way they do not receive letters. C. Raymond stated that it was a good meeting. One sign has been changed to Please enjoy this public walkway, because a vehicle came onto their property. He also stated that the rest of the signs should be kept as they are. D. Neuman spoke of Licenses. Cummings - T. Maguire was going to ask Cummings for proof of remediation of the health hazard. D'. Neuman and G. whitney also spoke to Cummings. They are waiting to hear from DEP, but will write a letter requesting near term action. McDonald's Elliott Street - G. Whitney stated that he read in the newspaper that the land has been sub divided. The new McDonald's should be subject to Chapter 91 rules. There should be no freestanding sign. He will write letter to Planning Department on this matter. License for 7 Front Street - the building is actually on Water Street, across from Port Marina. They want to establish take-out food and variety store. This is the former Thibodeau property. There is inadequate parking. Their intent is to use the ~'Municipal Parking" at McDonald's. Members say no. The Historical Commission also has objections. G. whitney says that the Seaport Council did not meet in January. All were in favor of R. Badessa's Mammal sign for the waterfront. A. Burns stated that she artended a Washington's Naval Base meeting last night. She would like to have them attend our meeting to better understand our operation. D. Neuman stated that he thought the Mayor seemed interested in dredging the Bass River. P. Allen made a motion to adjourn. A. Burns seconded. All approved. Respectfully submitted, Eileen Twiss