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1999-03-04BEVERLY HARBOR MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES March 4, 1999 Beverly Public Library PRESENT: G. Whitney, R. Badessa, J. Murray, V. McGlynn, P, Allen, C. Raymond, D. Neuman, J. Bolden, A. Burns GUESTS: D. McPherson, L. Bochynski, T. Cassidy, Newspapers G. Whitney opened the meeting, and asked for Public Input. was none. There Minutes of the previous meeting. P. Allen made a motion to point out that alternative manufacturers are being pursued for the concrete Picnic Tables. D. Neuman seconded this change, and all approved. D. Neuman made a motion that at the top of page 2 the word ~Beverly" be deleted, and add that ~the State Public Access Board would provide these funds. P. Allen seconded this change, and all were in favor. All were in favor of the minutes as amended. Correspondence: Bass River Plaza is going to make significant changes to the area. The owners are having a meeting on March 10 to discuss the changes with the neighbors. We have a bill for the printing of Booklets in the amount of $768.00. G. Whitney called the vendor, and was told that the reduction was for the quantity, and not for set-up. He agreed to reduce the bill to $691.76. P. Allen made a motion to pay this. It was seconded by A. Burns, and all approved. G. Whitney stated that he sent a letter to the Mayor pertaining to the Ventron property. The letter stated that the BHMA would like to see a boat ramp. There was no Treasurer's Report. G. Whitney stated that at the next meeting we should work on next year's budget. The Harbormaster will have a Public Meeting at the Harbor Center on March 23M, at 7:00 p.m. on Marina 10A Permits. Planning and Development: The RFP for the Harborfront development is out. T. Cassidy handed out copies. Response date is 5/6/99. All questions are to be directed to C. Bradley (Purchasing). No information or other inputs are to be provided by others. D. Neuman spoke of the Marketing Brochure from K. Stotts. K. Stotts suggested to spend money advertising in the right places. G. Whitney stated that the City does not have rights to utilize the property under the bridge. He also stated that if others have to comply with regulations, the City must also comply. Failure to obtain a use easement may significantly affect RFP bid responses. He also stated that he can't find the deed for the white building and associated land. J. Murray stated that the RFP should be marketed. Seaport Council Funding Report - The Mayor has been requested to be in the State house on the 26th for the Seaport Council Meeting. Facilities: P. Allen stated that signage needs to go to the Sign Review Board. She stated that we need to find out who owns the wooden fence between Port Marina and the Old McDonald's Building The Committee is working on improving Handicap Access to Ferryway. She stated that we need 3 estimates for the Picnic Tables. L. Bochynski is working on getting these estimates. She stated that we should have only signs that are necessary. C. Raymond stated that R. Birarelli called and said that he erected a chain link fence. The State says that he impeded the Public Walkway. He says he will comply. G. Whitney stated that he sent a letter to DEP stating that he will comply by adding a gate in the spring. C. Raymond also sent a letter to Bass Haven Yacht Club regarding signs. A Burns made a motion to send a letter requesting replacement of Public Access signs at the foot of Washington Street. She is willing to write the letter. V. McGlynn seconded. Only 5 were in favor, so the Motion did not carry. D, Neuman hasn't heard anything from DEP or Cummings. Also we haven't heard anything about the Elliott Street McDonald's. G. Whitney stated that the land has been sub-divided to circumvent the sign ordinance. G. Whitney stated that he attended the meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding a restaurant and Variety Store on Water Street. They granted the permit, but with a series of conditions. USACE Permit Application for Marine at Thibodeau property, G. Whitney will respond by letter to USACE. G. Whitney stated that licensing for Port Marina has had no action for a long time. He has spoken to the Mayor and requested assistance from Representative Cahill many months ago without SUCCESS. Other Business - None. P. Allen made s motion to adjourn. in favor. Respectfully submitted, Eileen Twiss Seconded by C. Raymond. All