William R. Griffin

Board of Selectmen

Mark A. Tirrell

Linda M. Zuern

Richard E. LaFarge

James T. Grady

W. Thomas Barlow

MOTION by Selectman LaFarge and SECONDED by Selectman Barlow to approve minutes of July 1, 2003 as presented.

Selectman Zuern – abstained - not in attendance

Lucia Fulco of Cataumet thanked Selectman Barlow for requesting school funding with new state lease for MMR.

Selectman LaFarge went over correspondence that was received.

Memo was received from Police Chief Ford on eight liquor violations. They will be scheduled to come before the Board of Selectmen at a later date.

Chairman of the Open Space Committee, Barry Johnson, stated that the acquisition of 23.75 acres of cranberry bogs and land owned by Cape American Cranberry Corp, Ricardo Barros, was approved at the last town meeting and he requested that the Board of Selectmen sign Purchase and Sales Agreement prepared by Town Counsel.

MOTION by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman Zuern Board (of Selectmen) execute the Purchase and Sales Agreement as prepared by Town Counsel and as recommended by the Open Space Committee in accordance with the action of the town meeting taken at the recent annual town meeting.

Selectman Barlow stated that he is an abutter to the property and will abstain from signing the Purchase and Sales Agreement.

Selectman Barlow abstained

Purchase and Sales Agreement was signed by Board of Selectmen.

Chairman Tirrell congratulated Town Treasurer, Linda Marzelli, and the rest of the financial team for the bond upgrade and is effective in this bond for sale. Ms. Marzelli requested that the Board of Selectmen sign the bond notes that were approved by town meeting and bond counsel.

MOTION by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman Barlow vote to award the $12,593,000 Town of Bourne, Massachusetts General Obligation Bonds dated July 15, 2003 and maturing July 15, 2004-2022 to Roosevelt & Cross, Inc. at a true interest cost of 3.461357% as set forth in a document prepared by Ropes & Gray of Boston, Bond Counsel for the Town.

Selectman Grady stated that the following projects were covered by this amount:

Landfill-Plans for Processing Center $ 235,928.00

Landfill- Lining & Capping 2,152,072.00

Community Building Center 4,730,926.00

Community Building Land 328,148.00

Department Equipment 80,926.00

Land Bank Acquisitions 4,530,000.00

Fire Truck 275,000.00

Library Roof Repairs 200,000.00

Police Station Repairs 60,000.00

$12,593,000.00

Chairman Tirrell stated that a number of seasonal residents do not vote in Bourne and thought we would set time for these residents to express any concerns that they might have.

Joanne Kneafsey of Pocasset commented on stormwater pollution control work being done on Tideway Road and private way issues on Chickadee Lane.

Discussion was held.

Selectman Grady went over the conditions of the Class 3 License that was issued this spring with dates of conditions to be met. The first date was July 1^st and as of that date no reports were submitted. He stated that a letter and a quarterly site inspection were received from Relco Engineering on July 11, 2003.

Attorney John Fitch, representing John Anderson of Knowlton’s Garage, stated that there have been improvements made to Knowlton’s property. A letter was submitted on April 28^th stating that the Fire Department’s issues were met. Pictures of plantings as well as a letter from Selden Environmental Services, Inc. were submitted and Relco Engineering has been engaged to meet the conditions of the license.

Selectman Grady requested a status report with a time line be submitted to the Board of Selectmen. Attorney Fitch stated that he would provide at first meeting in September (September 9).

Discussion was held.

Chairman Tirrell stated that the Board of Selectmen needs to appoint a representative to the School Building Committee.

Nominations:

Selectman Barlow nominated Chairman Tirrell and seconded by Selectman LaFarge.

Selectman Zuern nominated Selectman Barlow and seconded by Chairman Tirrell.

Selectman Grady Selectman Barlow

Selectman Zuern Selectman Barlow

Selectman Tirrell Selectman Barlow

Selectman LaFarge Selectman Barlow

Selectman Barlow Selectman Barlow

Selectman Barlow will represent the Board of Selectmen on the School Building Committee.

The following members of the Bourne Cultural Council are seeking re-appoint to the committee:

Thomas Hanley 3 year term

Patricia Parker 3 year term

Andrea York 1 year term

MOTION by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman Barlow re-appoint Andrea York to the Bourne Cultural Council for a period of one year (expiring in 2004).

MOTION by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman Barlow to re-appoint Patricia Parker and Thomas Hanley to the Bourne Cultural Council for a three year period expiring in 2006.

There are five (5) vacancies on the Bourne Cultural Council. The following candidates have submitted letters of interest:

Jane Dalton Pocasset

Michael T. Dozier Sagamore Beach

Alicia MacGregor Buzzards Bay

Gretchen Phillips Sagamore Beach

Ronald Vickery Monument Beach

MOTION by Selectman LaFarge and SECONDED by Selectman Barlow to appoint Jane Dalton to the Bourne Cultural Council for a period of three years expiring in 2006.

There are two vacancies for a term of one year expiring in 2004.

Selectman Zuern nominated Gretchen Phillips for a period of one year expiring in 2004.

Selectman Barlow nominated Alicia MacGregor for a period of one year expiring in 2004.

MOTION by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman Zuern to appoint Gretchen Phillips and Alicia MacGregor to the Bourne Cultural Council for a period of one year to expire in 2004.

There are two vacancies for a term of two years.

MOTION by Selectman Tirrell and SECONDED by Selectman Barlow to appoint Michael T. Dozier and Ronald Vickery to two year terms expiring in 2005.

There is one vacancy on the Shellfish Advisory Committee for a Commercial Fisherman. One application was received from Barry Wassell.

MOTION by Selectman Barlow and SECONDED by Selectman Zuern appoint Barry Wassell to the Shellfish Advisory Committee as Commercial Shellfisherman.

There is a vacancy for two members at large for the Transportation Advisory Committee.

Chairman Tirrell went over the Board of Selectmen procedures on voting multiple candidates. He presented the following names as applicants:

John Elwood Bourne

Reginald Judson Pocasset

K.W. Mitchell Bourne

Tom Moccia Pocasset

Richard Musiol, Jr. Sagamore Beach

Donald Provost Bourne

Hamilton Whiting Sagamore Beach

Selectman LaFarge stated his concerns in appointing this committee and would like Board of Selectmen to reconsider the establishment of the Transportation Advisory Committee. He felt that the Board of Selectmen should serve in this capacity.

Discussion was held.

Selectman Zuern stated that this is an advisory committee only. All information will be given to the Board of Selectmen for their decision.

Selectman Grady supported Selectman LaFarge’s concerns and pointed out the inconsistencies in the Executive Order establishing the Transportation Advisory Committee.

MOTION by Selectman LaFarge and SECONDED by Selectman Grady to reconsider the Executive Order establishing the Transportation Advisory Committee.

Discussion was held.

AMENDED by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman LaFarge add the words "and rescind" (the Executive Order establishing the Transportation Advisory Committee).

In Favor: Selectmen Grady and LaFarge

Opposed: Selectmen Barlow, Tirrell and Zuern

Chairman Tirrell invited the candidates for the (2) members-at-large positions to speak.

John Elwood stated his concerns regarding traffic safety issues, the number of vehicles now and in the future on Cape Cod. By being a member of the Bourne Financial Development Corporation these committees would go hand in hand.

Thomas Moccia stated his reasons for withdrawing his name.

Discussion was held.

Donald Provost stated his qualifications and concerns with various transportation issues in the Town of Bourne.

Richard Musiol, Jr. stated his reasons, qualifications and transportation concerns in the Town of Bourne. He currently serves on the Finance Committee. By being a member of that committee it would not be a conflict.

Hamilton Whiting stated his prior service to the Town and qualifications.

The Board of Selectmen voted the following:

John Elwood -Received votes from Selectmen Tirrell, Zuern and Barlow (3)

Reginald Judson - Received votes from Selectman Grady and LaFarge (2)

Kensley W. Mitchell – No votes received (0)

Thomas Moccia – Name withdrawn.

Donald Provost- Received votes from Selectman Tirrell, Zuern, Lafarge and Grady (4)

Richard Musiol, Jr. – Received vote from Selectman Barlow (1)

Hamilton Whiting – No votes received (0)

Donald Provost (4 votes) and John Elwood (3 votes) were elected as members-at-large.

A letter or interest was received from Christopher Farrell of the Planning Board requesting to be their representative to the Transportation Advisory Committee.

Discussion was held.

MOTION by Selectman Zuern and SECONDED by Selectman Tirrell to appoint Christopher Farrell to the Transportation Advisory Committee as representative from the Planning Board.

Selectman Grady NOMINATED Peter Meier and SECONDED by Selectman LaFarge to be the Planning Board’s representative to the Transportation Advisory Committee. No letter of interest was received from Mr. Meier. Selectman Grady stated that he had expressed interest to be the Planning Board’s representative on this committee.

MOTION by Selectmen Grady and SECONDED by Selectman LaFarge to appoint Peter Meier to the Transportation Advisory Committee as the representative from the Planning Board.

Vote:

Christopher Farrell – Received votes from Selectmen Zuern and Tirrell (2)

Peter Meier – Received votes from Selectmen Grady, LaFarge and Barlow (3)

Peter Meier is the Planning Board’s representative to the Transportation Advisory Committee.

A letter of interest was received from Wesley Ewell of the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee to be their representative to the Transportation Advisory Committee.

MOTION by Selectman Zuern and SECONDED by Selectman LaFarge to appoint Wesley Ewell to the Transportation Advisory Committee as a representative from the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee.

Selectman Grady expressed his concerns on the education of students domiciled at the MMR and the Town not being reimbursed. He prepared a first draft of possible legislation for this town to file after Town Meeting approval. We should also involve the School Committee and Superintendent in its preparation and hopefully approval.

The Massachusetts National Guard is going to run the Homeland Security Training Center for the 6 New England States. Should the Town find that the Homeland Security Center brings us 500 to 1000 new students as well as the burden on our police and fire departments, we will be overwhelmed. Now is the time to begin preparation, particularly if the lease amendment we proposed is unsuccessful. We also should consider retaining Legislative Counsel.

Discussion was held.

Selectman Zuern stated that Bourne is the only town in the country that educates military students. All other bases are self-contained where they educate their own students.

Selectman Barlow stated that this is a good concept but has not given up continuing to request assistance through the MMR lease amendment proposed from our state Senators, Representatives and Governor.

Selectman Grady suggested that the Town Administrator be authorized to set up a meeting with the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, Superintendent of Schools, Chairman of the School Committee and with state officials who are involved in renewing the lease for MMR, to pursue inserting an amendment in the lease for the reimbursement of educating the children at the MMR.

Lucia Fulco of Cataumet commented on educating the students at the MMR

Discussion was held

Tom Moccia of Pocasset commented on a time line for presentation to the governor and legislative bodies, Chapter 70 funds and Impact Aid.

MOTION by Selectman Grady and SECONDED by Selectman Zuern authorize Jim (Selectman Grady) as drafter and initiator and Bill (Town Administrator) to carry the draft to the Superintendent of Schools and Chairman of the School Committee for development.

Selectman Barlow stated he was very pleased with the local support for reimbursement of funds for MMR students. He also commented on the Main Street Streetscape Project.

Selectman LaFarge stated that there will be several liquor law violations coming before the Board of Selectmen. He requested that Police Chief Ford recommend guidelines and penalties for all types of liquor violations.

Selectman Zuern commented on the Artists and Garden Tour fundraiser conducted by the Bourne Cultural Council, Senior Management Board meeting, Local Emergency Planning Committee meeting and Hurricane Awareness Workshop.

Chairman Tirrell and Selectman Grady had no reports.

Town Administrator had no report.

Charles Miller of Monument Beach commented on proposed articles for town meeting on MMR school fund reimbursement and pathways/right of ways.

Discussion was held.

Tim Cronin of Pocasset commented on trash barrels left at curbside for extended periods of time and requested a dumpster be placed at the Pocasset Fire Station. He also requested temporary stop signs at Barlows Landing and Shore Roads.

Discussion was held.

Lucia Fulco of Cataumet commented on the Transportation Advisory Committee.

MOTION by Selectmen LaFarge and SECONDED by Selectman Grady to adjourn.

Chairman Tirrell stated that the next scheduled meeting will be July 29, 2003.

Meeting Adjourned at 10:00 p.m.