MMVA Minutes ~ February 3, 2004

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" height=45 BGCOLOR="#0099FF" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <I>MMVA Minutes ~ February 3, 2004</I></div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" height=415 BGCOLOR="#0099FF" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <I>Minutes Of The Monthl</I><I>y Meeting O</I><I>f The</I></div> <div> <I>Marstons Mills Village Association</I></div> <div>           ____________________________________________________________</div> <div> Secretary: Ann Trout</div> <div> <B>Board Of Directors</B></div> <div> <B>Present:  </B>Directors Al Baker, David Curtis, Linda Edson, Craig Larson, Peter Lavigne, Debbie Lavoie, Donna Lawson, Brian Lobell, Ann Trout, Robert Trout.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Absent</B>:  Directors Ken Snell.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Guests:  </B>David Anthony,<B> </B>Janice Barton,<B> </B>David Chase,<B> </B>Craig Crocker, Al DeFlorio, Alex & Bob Frazee,<B> </B>Carolyn Garbitt, Aimee Guthinger, John Hansen, Barbara Hill, Dan Lyons, Bill McIntyre, Maureen McPhee, Chris Siderwicz, James B. Sullivan, Richard W. Wheeler.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Call To Order And Welcoming Remarks</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The President called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Minutes Of Last Meeting</B></div> <div> The minutes of the last meeting were accepted with the alteration that Richard Wheeler is a <I>member, </I>not the president, of the Indian Ponds Association (John Hansen is the president).</div> <bR> <div> <B>Treasurer's Report</B></div> <div> The Treasurer's report was accepted.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Correspondence</B></div> <div> Several pieces of correspondence were received:</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A letter from Tom Stewart was read and discussed. He was assaulted by a group of 4 male teenagers on the evening of Jan. 17<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" >th,</FONT> outside his home on Cammett Road. Town Councilor Janice Barton reviewed her follow up discussions with Mr. Stewart. Jan noted several community and police resources available to respond to such threats. The concerns raised by the letter were discussed. Al Baker reported several recent cases of vandalism, and one of joyriding a stolen vehicle this winter.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A letter was received expressing concern that few people actually stop at the stop sign by the fire station.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A call was received from Mr. Bertucci regarding the number of accidents at the intersection of Old Mill and Race Lane. These too were discussed.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Status Of Action Items</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Robert Trout reported that the proposal for funding of the library is still being finalized.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Donna Lawson reported that replacement signs for the village are progressing.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Public Comment</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">David Chase, Chairman of the Cape Cod Airfield Committee gave a presentation on the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the airfield. David W. Anthony, the Chief Procurement Officer of the Town of Barnstable, assisted in the presentation.</div> <bR> <div> Now that the airfield land is public, RFP's are being entertained for use of the airfield and stewardship of the land. Mr. Chase discussed the selection process and the criteria for allowable activities. The importance of recreational value to proposals was stressed.</div> <bR> <div> A map was distributed showing the proposed subdivision of the land into a northern conservation and recreation area, and a southern airpark. The status of the middle acreage is still under discussion. The committee hopes to award contracts by May 1<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" >st</FONT>.</div> <bR> <div> Various questions and lively discussion ensued. The future status of the radio-controlled planes, banner towing, dirigibles, and the renovation vs. demolition of some of the buildings were all discussed.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Council Report</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Janice Barton noted the Town Council was reviewing Barnstable's strategic plans for education/housing/public safety and would welcome input. Craig Larson suggested the abolition of enterprise accounts to generate income towards these goals.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Old Business</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Creation of the Burgess House Subcommittee was motioned, seconded, and passed after discussion. It will be charged with the upkeep and repair of the house and grounds. Al Baker, Linda Edson, Donna Lawson, and Brian Lobdell will comprise the subcommittee.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Discussion continued (initiated via email) of the need for local input into and oversight of the Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP). Al Baker gave a copy of the LCP to Craig Larson, and it was motioned, seconded and voted to create a subcommittee to investigate the impact of the LCP on the village of Marstons Mills and give the Town Council input regarding the LCP. And, to specifically solicit input from the general public towards these ends. Leah Curtis and Craig Larson were voted to represent the MMVA, and 3 more members of the community at large are to be added to complete the subcommittee. Debbie Lavoie will make fliers to publicize the LCP Subcommittee in time for the March meeting.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Village and the River Day Subcommittees continue to plan for Village and River Day, respectively.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Membership Drive Subcommittee presented the new form and it was approved.</div> <bR> <div> <B>New Business</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">John Hansen, president of the Indian Ponds Association, reviewed the goals and accomplishments of his group. He feels much pride in helping preserve the airpark. He discussed the group's ongoing efforts to monitor the health of the ponds, and proposed working together to make the airfield a historic site.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Al DeFlorio of the Barnstable Assessment Committee presented the town's options for increasing revenue by the revaluation of property. Increasing the proportionate tax rate of commercial properties (creating a split rate) is one possibility. Another option is a resident exemption, and its definition and implications were explained. But, Mr. DeFlorio stated that the Committee would only be likely to revisit the subject of a split rate in the near future.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Next Meeting</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The next meeting is Tuesday, March 2<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >nd</FONT>, at 7:00 PM. <I>Guest Speaker: Marlene Weir, Chair of the Local Comprehensive Plan Committee.</I></div> <bR> <div> <B>Have Any Agenda Items For Discussion?</B></div> <div> Please contact Ann Trout at 508-420-5740, or any Board member, with new agenda items for discussion.</div> <bR> <div> <B>THE MMVA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Linda Edson, President ~ 508-428-4141</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Craig Larson, Vice President ~ 508-428-9198</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Ann Trout, Secretary ~ 508-420 5740</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Peter Lavigne, Treasurer ~ 508-428-0167</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Al Baker ~ 508-428-2433</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Deb Lavoie ~ 508-428-4515</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Donna Lawson ~ 508-420-9480</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Brian Lobdell ~ 508-428 2682</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Ken Snell ~ 508-428-8965</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Bob Trout ~ 508-420-5740</div> <bR> <div> Terms end on the date of the next Annual General Meeting.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Next MMVA Meeting - Tuesday March 2, 2004 at 7:00 pm</B></div> <div> At the Burgess House, Route 149</div> <div> PLEASE PARK IN THE BURGESS HOUSE PARKING LOT NEXT DOOR !</div> <div> <I><B>NOT ON THE STREET !</B></I></div> <div>  <script src="http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js" type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript"> _uacct = "UA-379555-1"; urchinTracker(); </script>  </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" height=20 BGCOLOR="#CCCCCC" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Links:</FONT>  <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Welcome to Marstons Mills"><U>Home</U></A> | <A HREF="map.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="MarstonsMills.org Site Map"><U>SiteMap</U></A> | <A HREF="id374_m.htm" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="MMVA Minutes February 3, 2004"><U>Top</U></A> | <A HREF="mmva_home.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Marstons Mills Village Association"><U>MMVA</U></A> | <A HREF="olderminutes.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Marstons Mills Village Association Olde"><U>Older Minutes</U></A> | <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Page new: February 16, 2004</FONT></div> </td> </tr></table></body>