2007-09-04
CITY OF BEVERLY
PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
Date:
Board:
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Members Present
September 4,2007
Harbor Management Authority
Waterfront
Don Neuman, Sylvan Menezes, Greg Ward, Charlie
Raymond, Paul Miedzionoski
Miranda Gooding, Maureen Troubetaris
Lou Bochynski
Members Absent:
Others Present
Recorder:
Eileen Sacco
There was no quorum of the Beverly Harbor Management Authority this evening.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
U odate on Meetin2 with Mavor Scanlon
Mr. Neuman updated the Authority on a meeting he had with Mayor Scanlon. He noted
that they discussed membership issues and he emphasized that there is a problem with the
Authority getting a quorum to hold official meetings. He suggested that the members
suggest candidates to the Mayor for possible appointment to the HMA. Mr. Ward
suggested that Main Streets and the Chamber of Commerce be approached about possible
members for the HMA.
U odate on License Payments
Mr. Neuman stated that he feels that the HMA should be getting a monthly statement
from John Dunn. It was also suggested that the HMA check with Mr. Dunn to see if
money is being collected from license holders and if not it should be collected. It was
noted that 1/3 of the money is due for mitigation on city property.
Mr. Neuman reported that Joe Leone does not want to manage the commercial marina.
Mr. Neuman noted that he talked to Mayor Scanlon about this.
Status of the Black Cow
Mr. Neuman updated the HMA on the status of the Black Cow. He reported that an E&F
hearing would be held in 10 days. He also noted that information provided to Coastal
Zone Management was inadequate resulting in a delay of 2-3 weeks. He noted that Mr.
Leone and Tina Cassidy are working on this and will provide CXM with the correct
information.
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Mr. Neuman explained that there are issues with three parcels being integrated into one
site. He noted that there are size issues, noting that the McDonalds site alone is just
under the requirement. He also noted that the city is working on financial agreements
and they have agreed to let him take a look at them before they are finalized.
Ferry Way Landin2
Mr. Neuman reported that he has the latest plans and the pavement is included to sustain
the industrial use.
BPM N e20tiations U odate
Mr. Neuman noted that the city has to respond to the last offer made by the Kinseys. He
explained that the last estimate for dredging has been received and explained the process
noting that the Army Corp of Engineers requires four samples and testing. He noted that
Bourne Engineering is doing the work and $25,000 more is needed to complete it.
Mana2ement of the Harbor Authority
Mr. Neuman noted that Mr. Dunn's office is doing the billing but expressed concern
about how the HMA will address delinquent payments. Paul Miedzionoski will meet
with Lou Bochynski and see what needs to be done regarding finances.
It was noted that meeting notices and mailing of correspondence needs to be addressed
since some members received notification of the meeting and others did not. It was noted
that while minutes to meetings have been addressed there are still issues with posting
meetings, booking space at the library to hold meetings, and bill paying that needs to be
addressed. Mr. Neuman noted that the HMA files are being kept in the City Solicitors
office. A discussion was held on what might be the best way to direct the mail of the
HMA members. Noreen will be informed regarding who to call if there is mail for the
HMA at city hall. It was suggested that the contact person for HMA issues should be
Lou and a letter regarding procedures should be sent to the Harbor Master through the
Personnel Office.
Other Issues
A discussion was held regarding the length of boats docked at the moored at the marina.
Mr. Bochynski reviewed the history and the reasons for the restriction on the size of
boats. Mr. Neuman stated that he would like a list of reasons why a boat should not be
here regarding size. Mr. Bochynski noted that City Solicitor Roy Gelineau has told him
that it is difficult to enforce size restrictions because of past practice in allowing larger
boats in certain circumstances noting that there is a 42' boat here that is over the allowed
size. It was suggested that the matter be taken up by the Facilities Committee. Mr. Ward
requested that a BHMA Facilities Committee meeting be scheduled for Friday,
September 7,2007 at 5:00 p.m., at the waterfront.
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Next Meetin2
It was suggested that the members of the Harbor Management Authority be surveyed to
see what the best night for monthly meetings would be. It was noted that two City
Councillors serve on the Authority and have been unable to make meetings because of
other commitments. A meeting date for the next meeting will be set at a later time.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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