MMVA Minutes ~ April 6, 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 ~ April 6, 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, Deb Lavoie, Donna Lawson, Brian Lobdell, Ken Snell, 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>:  None.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Guests:  </B>Janice Barton, Marilyn and Paul Doherty, Alex and Bob Frazee, Aimee Guthinger, Klaus Guttmann, John Hansen, Barbara Hill, Peter Kennedy, Maureen McPhee, Ed Schwarm, 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 7:02 PM.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Minutes Of Last Meeting</B></div> <div> The minutes of the last meeting were accepted.</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">The president referred an audit of the taxes of the Village Association to the Treasurer.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Discussed that Chris Azziz of Stop and Shop has asked the association to delegate Linda Edson and Donna Lawson as the representatives who will approach her for donations.  The store is eager to assist in community projects, but would like the association to route requests through designated spokespeople.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The Town of Barnstable Triad announced that the group would soon be targeting Marstons Mills in their ongoing project to correct the house numbers posted at residences. Volunteers are welcomed.  Their next meeting is at the Sheriff's Youth Ranch, April 30 (breakfast provided).  Inquiries may be made to Klaus Guttmann at guttmann@cape.com.</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">Chief John Finnegan, Deputy Chief Michael Martin, Detective Paul Everson, and Patrol Officer Kevin Scott of the Barnstable Police Department gave a presentation on policing in the community.</div> <bR> <div> Maps were provided illustrating the “hot spots” for offences in the town and village. The capabilities of the community's enhanced 911 were explained.  Concerns regarding break-ins, juveniles partying in the beach and wooded areas, vandalism, and traffic offences were discussed.  The frequency of burglaries is down.</div> <bR> <div> Young adults and juveniles looking for cash presently commit the majority of break-ins.  Neighborhood watch groups were discussed and the police offered assistance and signs for setting up more such groups.</div> <bR> <div> The police have also recently targeted several areas for traffic offences, with profitable results.</div> <bR> <div> Coordination with environmental officers in monitoring the herring runs and illegal dumping was touched on, and the officers described two new ATV's they now have for off road patrolling.</div> <bR> <div> The police website, <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.barnstablepolice.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.barnstablepolice.com"><U>www.barnstablepolice.com</U></A></FONT>, was introduced.  The website has the names and voicemails of all officers, and a listing of level 3 sex offenders in the community.  The officers stressed that they preserve the confidentially of those providing information through the voicemail. </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 reports budget talks are about to start.  Cuts must be made in many worthy programs, including the schools. She re-encouraged participation.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">She noted Christy's will now be closed in the early morning hours; it is hoped this will alleviate problems with juveniles loitering in the area.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The council continues to work on the Local Comprehensive Plan</div> <bR> <div> <B>Old Business</B></div> <div> <B>Subcommittee Reports:</B></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Burgess House</B><B>:</B> A trip to Home Depot for barn repair supplies is coming.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">River Day</B><B>:</B> May 2nd. A 50:50 raffle is planned. Volunteers are needed to set up tents - contact Al Baker.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Village Day</B><B>:</B> Planning continues and sponsors are being collected.  The road race details are being worked out.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Membership</B><B>:</B> It was motioned and passed unanimously to make membership a flat $15 fee annually.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Newsletter</B><B>:</B> Progressing.  A preliminary draft was passed out.  Funding options were discussed.  It was motioned and passed to allocate $1500 towards the publication of the newsletter.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Scholarship</B><B>:</B> Subcommittee members to be Peter Lavigne, Paul Doherty, and Robert Trout.  Several applications have been received and will be reviewed.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Other:</B></div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Robert Trout has finished the MMVA's letter of support for the library expansion. Al Baker read a letter of concern regarding the library expansion plans.  The letter was noted, but the balance of the Directors feel the village association should continue to support the library's attempt to expand and move to the Burgess Park area.</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">Ed Schwarm announced the first planes should be flying at the airfield tomorrow.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Al Baker suggested discussing nominations for the board of directors at the next MMVA meeting.</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 9:10 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, May 4th, at 7:00 PM. <I>Guest Speaker: To be announced</I><I>.</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 May 4, 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="id384_m.htm" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="MMVA Minutes April 6, 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: April 21, 2004</FONT></div> </td> </tr></table></body>