Town of Cumberland, Maine - May 9, 2005 Town Council Minutes

Councilor Porter stated that he was in favor of the Planet Dog project and welcomed them to the community. He was, however, opposed to the size of the TIF and felt he could not support the TIF agreement as presented. He would be willing to support a 25%, $250,000 TIF agreement.

Councilor Porter moved to accept the minutes of April 11, 2005 with the stated changes.

Seconded by Councilor Damon. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

Councilor Moriarty moved to accept the minutes as corrected.

Seconded by Councilor Kuntz. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

April 25, 2005

Councilor Moriarty requested the following change to the minutes of April 25, 2005:

Page 6: Top of page; vote on motion to have no free bags should be reversed:

IN FAVOR: 4

OPPOSED: 3 (Damon, Porter & Kuntz

Councilor Stiles requested the following change to the minutes of April 25, 2005:

Page 6: Stiles could go either way. Audience persuaded him to go with one free bag should read

Stiles could go either way. Audience persuaded him not to go with one free bag.

Councilor Moriarty moved to accept the minutes of April 25, 2005 with the requested changes.

Seconded by Councilor Storey. VOTE: UNANIMOUS

II. MANAGERS REPORT

Police Chief Joseph Charron announcement and introduction of two promotions to Sergeant of Milton Calder and Bradley Rogers.
Presentation by Alex Calder and Josh Cerina on Forest Grant for Twin Brook project.
Route One Guidelines Request for Full Adoption

III. PUBLIC DISCUSSION

Chairman Stiles opened the Public Discussion portion of the meeting at 7:20 pm. There was no discussion.

IV. LEGISLATION & POLICY

05-061. To discuss and act upon citizen petitions to budget for Brown Tail Moth Spraying in the

FY 2006 Budget.

Councilor Porter moved to follow the recommendation of the State Entomologist to abstain from aerial

Spraying as a method of controlling brown tail moth in the Town of Cumberland by the Town of

Cumberland.

Councilor Kuntz seconded with the amendment that the Town Council receive a recommendation for

aerial spraying for brown tail moth each year.

Public Discussion:

Paul Gilbert,

2 Ole Musket Road

, stated that Cumberland should consider aerial spraying because of the allergic reactions of brown tail as a serious health issue. The brown tail moth infested area has grown and reached Cumberland Center. Individual ground spraying is only partially effective.

Dimilin is much safer as an aerial spray than the chemicals used to ground spraying. Aerial spraying

with Dimilin is the most effective control of brown tail moth.

Lee Broder,

14 Ole Musket Road

, stated that she had hired a certified company to ground spray for brown tail moth for two years. However, she was told by the company that the oak trees were too high

for the ground spraying to be completely effective.

Council Discussion:

Councilor Porter stated that he doesnt believe in the aerial spraying; Dimilin is not the most

effective control for brown tail moth. The largest industry on Chebeague Island is lobstering and

expressed concern with the effects of Dimilin on the molting process of lobsters.

Councilor Damon stated that with residents choosing to opt out of the aerial spraying program, there would not be enough acreage to spray. In the early 1900s residents were paid by the Town to cut down the webs for the brown tail moth. However, the trees have grown and provide a nesting place for the moths.

Councilor Kuntz stated that the he could not support aerial spraying due to the residents who opt out

Of the aerial spraying.

Councilor Storey stated that the first time the aerial spraying was conducted it was very successful. However, in subsequent years, when residents opt out of the aerial spraying program, the aerial spraying is ineffective. He also felt that a ground spraying nozzle can reach up to 250.

Councilor Moriarty stated that he felt it was important to protect the fishing industry due to its impact on the regional economy. When a resident chooses to ground spray, there is a limited area to spray, making the effectiveness of the spraying minimal, especially if the neighbors opt out of the aerial spraying program.

Councilor Stiles stated that he felt the recommendation of the State Entomologist was important.

VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-062. To hold a public hearing and adopt the Fiscal Year 2006 Town of Cumberland Municipal Budget.

Manager Shane presented the following budget:

· a budget of $7,980,934, an increase of $282,571 over last years Town Expenses

· Of the $282,571 increase this year, $240,000 is due to the Governors Homestead Exemption tax, of which the State funds one-half and municipality must fund one-half

· The annual impact fees fell short by $41,000

· $587,000 revenue from MSAD 51

· County taxes increased by $27,000

· Added to this years budget were:

o Paving on Chebeague Island

o Increased funding to the Cemetery Association

o Increased funding to the Prince Memorial Library

o Additional EMT staffing to the Rescue Department.

Public Discussion: None.

Councilor Porter moved to adopt the Municipal Budget as presented by the Finance Committee

Chairman and Town Manager for the fiscal year July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.

Seconded by Councilor Damon

Council Discussion:

Councilor Moriarty requested that the motion be amended to include dollar amount of the proposed budget.

Councilor Porter moved to adopt the Municipal Budget of $7,980,934 as presented by the Finance

Committee Chairman and Town Manager for the fiscal year July 1, 2005 through June 20, 2006.

VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-063. To hear a report from Aquarion Engineering and authorize funds for consulting fees to assist

the Town Manager in implementing the Pay as You Throw trash disposal program on

Monday, September 12, 2005.

Steve Johnson of Aquarion Engineering presented the proposals for the PAYT Program:

· Develop a campaign plan and timeline including a draft logo and slogan

· Contact media markets, town, schools and civic groups

· Gather, create and review media items

· Collaborate and coordinate with Town Departments and Stakeholders

· Formal presentation meetings

· Develop recycling presentation and staff training

Council Discussion:

Councilor Porter inquired about trash compactors and silver bullets?

Mr. Johnson stated that the trash compactor size must be taken into account when planning on the

number of trash bags to purchase; silver bullets have been very successful.

Councilor Damon stated that a resident has expressed concern about being at the end of the trash route,

with the trash truck being full and not all their items are picked up.

Councilor Moriarty inquired if Mr. Johnson is proposing changes to the current PAYT program?

Mr. Johnson stated that the goal is to bring Cumberlands recycling program into direct line with RWS

recycling to allow more items to be recycled; public education of what can be recycled and what is not

acceptable.

Councilor Porter moved to authorize the Town Manager to execute a contract with Aquarion Engineering for development and assistance with the implementation of a Pay as You Throw program. Be it further ordered that a sum not to exceed $10,000 is allocated from undesignated fun balance to cover the cost of the contract.

Seconded by Councilor Moriarty. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-064. To direct the Solid Waste Advisory Committee to begin work with the Towns Consultant, and other interested volunteers, to develop and begin the educational program needed to implement

the PAYT Program.

Councilor Damon moved to direct the Solid Waste Advisory Committee and other community volunteers to assist Aquarion Engineering in the development of a recycling educational program

for the newly-established Pay as You Throw Program.

Seconded by Councilor Moriarty.

Council Discussion:

Councilor Porter stated that there are two openings on the Solid Waste Advisory Committee for any

interested residents.

VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-065. To hear a report from the Emergency Management Director and accept the Cumberland

County Emergency Management recommendations for a County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

Christopher Bolduc, Rescue Chief, stated that the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires all municipalities to develop and adopt a hazard mitigation plan to continue to be eligible for funding through the Federal Emergency Management Agencys (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program and Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program. The CC Hazard Mitigation Plan is a plan that enables the municipalities of Cumberland County to meet the requirement, addressing natural hazards such as flooding, severe storms and wildfires.

The Public Works Director has identified some issues on Chebeague Island and the Mainland that are already in the CIP for the next five years.

Councilor Moriarty moved to adopt the 2004 Cumberland County Hazard Mitigation Plan as presented

by the Cumberland County Emergency Management Director, Chris Bolduc.

Seconded by Councilor Damon. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-066. To hear a report from Chris Bolduc, Rescue Chief, on the present Regional Paramedic Program

and other Rescue Department initiatives.

Rescue Chief Bolduc stated that the Rescue Department is responding to an average of 1400 requests, for Mainland calls, Chebeague Island calls and mutual aid to other area towns. The Rescue staff number has decreased, due to the time commitment to provide emergency medical service through a primary volunteer based ambulance service. The Cumberland Rescue Department has a very dedicated staff of EMTs and continues to be relied on by area communities for mutual aid. Police officers have gone to EMT training and have automatic difibulators in their cruisers for backup support to the Rescue Department.

05-067. To hear a report from the Town Manager and set a public hearing date for increases to the

sewer user fees.

Councilor Kuntz moved to set a public hearing date of May 23, 2005 to act upon the Town Managers recommendation to increase Sewer User fees effective July 1, 2005.

Seconded by Councilor Storey. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-068. To forward amendments to the Route One Contract Zone Agreement between the Town And

Peter Kennedy (to be transferred to David Chase) to the Planning Board for recommendation.

Councilor Moriarty moved to forward the amendments to the Route One Contract Zone agreement between Peter Kennedy and the Town of Cumberland to the Planning Board for their consideration and

recommendation.

Seconded by Councilor Kuntz. . VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-069. To set a public hearing date to consider and act on the recommendations of the Chandlers Cove Advisory Committee for Rules and Policies for Chandlers Cove and other Chebeague Island town owned parcels.

Councilor Moriarty moved to set a public hearing date of May 23, 2005 to consider and act on the

recommendations of the Chandlers Cove Advisory Committee for Rules and Policies for

Chandlers Cove and other Chebeague Island town owned parcels.

Seconded by Councilor Kuntz VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

05-070. To set a public hearing date to receive and act on recommendations from the Town Manager regarding an increase to demolition fees at Chebeague Island Transfer Station

Councilor Damon moved to set a public hearing date of May 23, 2005 to receive and act on

Recommendations from the Town Manager regarding an increase to demolition fees at Chebeague

Island Transfer Station.

Seconded by Councilor Moriarty. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

V. NEW BUSINESS

Councilor Damon:

· None

Councilor Storey:

· Councilor Storey moved to appoint George Turner to fill the unexpired term of former Councilor Michael Savasuk.

Seconded by Councilor Porter. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

Councilor Kuntz:

· None

Councilor Stiles:

· Email from Michael Perfetti re: concert at Yarmouth theater to raise money for Habitat for Humanity.

Councilor Moriarty:

· Recognition to Chairman Stiles and Manager Shane in organizing the FY2006 budget.

Councilor Porter:

· None.

Manager Shane:

· Recognition to Douglas Pride on success of Safe Passage Road Race.

VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION

Councilor Porter moved to enter executive session pursuant to MRSA, Title 1, Section

405 (6) (c) re: Real and Personal Property.

Seconded by Councilor Moriarty. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

Councilor Kuntz moved to adjourn from Executive Session.

Seconded by Councilor Porter. VOTE: UNANIMOUS (6)

VII. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Deborah Flanigan

Deputy Clerk

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