Board of Selectmen January 26, 2021 - 6:30 PM - Town of Wenham, Massachusetts
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www.wenhamma.gov
@townofwenhamma
Board of Selectmen
January 26, 2021
6:30 PM
www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Public Input
Public input will be for a total of 10 minutes. Each Wenham resident will be
allowed 2 minutes which will allow for five total residents to speak.
• At the discretion of the Chairman, time may be set aside on the meeting agenda for
a Public Comment period.
• After being recognized by the Chairman, the speaker will identify themselves by
name, street address, and the proposed subject upon which they want to speak.
• Attendees can use their allocated time to speak on a matter affecting the town or
matters under the purview of town government not questions directed to individual
Selectmen or the board as a whole.
• The Public Comment period cannot be used to endorse candidates for office, to
endorse ballot questions, or to discuss topics on ballot questions.
• The Board of Selectmen will not deliberate or vote on matters brought up during the
Public Comment period. The Chairman may decide to add the matter to a future
meeting agenda.
www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Beverly Airport Master Plan
Plan to lengthen main runway by 600 ft. to increase their payload
to carry increased fuel and passengers as part of $20 Million
upgrade.
• Not expanding the 470 acre footprint
• Runway construction would begin in 2024
Other changes:
• Narrowing the secondary runway
• Realigning taxiways and the vehicle service road
• Upgrading lighting to LEDs
Visit Recent News at wenhamma.gov for the details.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Beverly Airport Master Plan Community Meeting
for Wenham Residents
Wednesday, January 27, 6pm
Via Google Meet & live on HWCAM’s Comcast 8 & Verizon 36
Beverly Airport is working toward a Master Plan and is offering
an outreach program to provide opportunities for public
involvement. Visit Beverly Airport's Master Plan webpage for
links to previous presentations.
Visit Recent News at wenhamma.gov for the details.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Affordable Unit Available at 83 Dodges Row
Public Information Session
Thursday, February 4, 6pm via Zoom
The renovated two bedroom single family affordable unit is
available, by lottery, for an eligible first time homebuyer through
MCO Housing Services , LLC for a maximum sales price of
$272,100.
Lottery application packets are available in the Town Clerk’s
office and at wenhamma.gov/affordable with a due date of
March 1. The lottery will be held March 15 via Zoom.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Nomination Papers for Annual Town Election
Available January 29, 2021
• Nomination papers for all seats except for the School Committee must be
picked up in the Town Clerk's office at Wenham Town Hall by appointment
only and are due back by March 18, 2021 with at least 21 signatures.
• Nomination papers for the School Committee seats must be picked up in the
District Administration Office and are due back there by Thursday March 18,
2021 with at least 40 signatures.
• The last day to withdraw from the Annual Town Election ballot is Monday
April 5, 2021.
Visit wenhamma.gov/elections for more information or call the Town Clerk’s
office at 978-468-5520 x1.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Seats to be open for Annual Town Election 2021
• Board of Assessors - 1 position, 3 year term
• Board of Health - 1 position, 3 year term
• Board of Selectmen - 1 position, 3 year term
• Hamilton Wenham Library Trustees - 2 positions at large, 3 year terms
• Hamilton Wenham Regional School Committee - 2 positions, 3 year terms
• Moderator - 1 position, 3 year term
• Planning Board - 1 position, 5 year term
• Water Commission - 1 position, 3 year term
• Wenham Housing Authority - 2 positions, 5 year term & 3 year termwww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Town Census Forms Due January 31, 2021
• MGL c. 51 §4 requires an annual census which must be completed as
accurately as possible to ensure proof of residence, protection of voting
rights, and other benefits.
• Residents are to include all persons and animals as requested
• Signed forms may be left in the Town Hall Drop Box or mailed to the Town
Clerk’s Office
• Scanned signed forms may also be emailed to dbucco@wenhamma.gov
Visit wenhamma.gov/census for more information or call the Town Clerk’s office
at 978-468-5520 x1.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Dog Registration Forms Due January 31, 2021
• All dogs six months and older shall be inoculated against rabies and licensed
with the Town, as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 140, §137.
• Wenham Bylaw Chapter XXIII, B sections 2 & 3 explain that the annual license
for dogs is valid from January through December.
• $10/per dog ($15 if it is not neutered) A late fee of $25 is assessed if the dog
is not registered by February 1st.
• Dog registration information is mailed to all households with the annual
census at the end of December.
Visit wenhamma.gov/dogs to download a blank registration form or for a link to
register online.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
4th Annual Cutest Dog in Wenham Contest
To enter:
• Email a current photo of your dog to
dbucco@wenhamma.gov
• Only dogs licensed in January 2021 are eligible
• Entries must be received by Friday, January 29, 2021 at
1:00 pm
Photos will be displayed on our website at
wenhamma.gov/dogs, and virtual voting will be open from
Monday, February 8th — Monday, February 15th.
The winner will be announced at a meeting of the Board of
Selectmen and will receive a gift basket of dog goodies.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Announcements
Board and Committee Openings
Visit wenhamma.gov/volunteer for details on how to submit your interest in
serving on one of Wenham’s many boards and committees.
Conservation Commission Iron Rail Commission
1 Opening- Three Year Term 1 Opening - Two Year Terms
Council on Aging Board Open Space & Recreation Committee
1 Opening - Three Year Terms 2 Openings - One Year Terms
Hamilton-Wenham Community Access & Media Zoning Board of Appeals
2 Openings - Three Year Term 3 Associate Member Openings - Staggered Terms
Hamilton-Wenham Cultural Council
2 Openings - Three Year Termswww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Reports
Town Administrator Zoom Public Meeting Schedule
through Monday, February 1
Wednesday, January 27:
• Beverly Regional Airport Master Plan Mtg.
• Wenham Finance Committee Mtg.
Thursday, January 28:
• Wenham Water Commission Mtg. (Tentative)
• Wenham Board of Health Mtg.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Reports
Town Administrator: FY21 Chapter 90 Allocations
Road Miles Population Employment FY21 Amount
Wenham 27.5 4,875 1,211 $152,557
Beverly 129.9 39,502 24,051 $1,040,368
Danvers 106.1 26,493 26,605 $894,704
Essex 23.1 3,504 1,492 $129,918
Hamilton 44.8 7,769 1,500 $242,002
Manchester 22.9 5,136 1,644 $141,386
Topsfield 49.9 6,085 2,235 $259,823www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Reports
Town Administrator: FY21 Chapter 90 Allocations
• Governor filed annual $200 million bill.
• Should be approved by the Legislature in the Spring.
• Wenham has general received between $151,000 to
$154,000 since FY12
• Funding amount is determined by a formula which
includes, roadway mileage, population and employment.
• I’ve advocated with MMA over the years to increase the
funding to $300 million annually.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Reports
Chairman
• Pathway to Annual Town Meeting
• Appointment of Acting/Special Moderator Anthony M. Feeherry
• Discussion of Warrant Preparation
• Special Town Election Announcement
• Possible Special Legislation for Sole Selectman Member until
Special Electionwww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Margaret Hoffman, AICP
Planning Coordinator
Land Use Boards and Committees:
• Planning Board
• Zoning Board of Appeals
• Conservation Commission
• Affordable Housing Trust
• Open Space and Recreation Committeewww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Current items that I am involved with that are not Board specific:
Beverly Airport Master Plan Planning Committee
• Beverly Airport is working on their Master Plan for upgrades to their
runways and facilities. Public information session for Wenham residents is
scheduled for January 27. I have been attending their PAC meetings.
Recent Economic Stimulus Bill Legislation signed by Governor Baker will impact
Wenham
• MBTA Communities will be required to create zone where multi family
housing is allowed by right- Planning Board will be responsible for updating
zoning bylaws to accommodate these regulations. We are waiting for some
direction from Town Counsel
Processing building permits for adherence to zoning and conservation
requirements
Answering resident and public questions for all Land Use Departments and
concerns through phone and emailwww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Planning Board
Received MAPC Accelerating Climate Resiliency Grant to update all town
Regulations – Grant amount $49,875
Received Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Planning
Assistance Grant - Grant amount $18,000
o I will be managing these grants and going out to bid to secure a
consultant to create updated regulations including
• Rules and Regulations Governing the Subdivision of Land
• Zoning Bylaws
• General Bylaws
• Water Resources Protection Bylaws
• Stormwater Management Bylaws
Preparing for a Master Plan Public Information Session to gain support for
the Master Plan funding on TM budget
60 Arbor Street Definitive Subdivision is being reviewedwww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Zoning Board of Appeals
253 Larch Row Bed and Breakfast has contacted us about
moving forward with the B&B
Processing applications for Special Permits/Variances
• 24 Rubbly Road Accessory Apartment
• 10 Cherry St Accessory Apartment
• 4 Eaton Road Variance for Additionwww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Conservation Commission
Processing Order of Conditions and Certificate of Compliance
for various properties
Overseeing Spring Hill Subdivision Stormwater issues
Working with Food Project on fruit tree project
Gordon College Solar project requesting extension for Order
of Conditionswww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Open Space and Recreation Committee
Submitting Application to CPC for feasibility Study for West
Wenham/Higginson Park
Audubon has contacted me with their intention to upgrade
the Cedar Pond Sanctuary
Continuing to work with CAI to update Town maps with local
trail systemswww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Department Update: Land Use
Affordable Housing Trust
Submitting application to CPC for Affordable Housing funds
AHT has purchased 2B Stockwell affordable unit to convert to
family rental unit
Working on new programs to facilitate affordable housing
Monitoring Affordable units in Town:
• Maplewoods
• 83 Dodges Row
• Habitat for Humanity at 40 Hull
• Wenham Pines
• Spring Hill Lot 17A to be transferred to Habitat for Humanitywww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
New Business
A. COVID-19 Update – Maribeth Ting, Public
Health Nurse
• Current Case Count
• Testing Update
• Local Vaccination Distribution Update
Visit wenhamma.gov/covid for more information.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
New Business
Local Vaccine Distribution Update
• Outdoor drive-thru site at Pingree Park
• Indoor regional site at Topsfield Fairgrounds
• Beginning in February (first date TBA)
• Wednesdays and Saturdays at Pingree Park
• Looking for admin volunteers and vaccinators
Email jbresnahan@wenhamma.gov
Sign up for CodeRed Emergency Notifications &
COVID Vaccine Information via Robocall, Email & Textwww.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
New Business
What’s the vaccine registration process?
• When we receive vaccine for Phase 2, we will send a
robocall to indicate who is eligible and the phone
number to book an appointment
• Call to book your appointment or book online at
wenhamma.gov/covid
• Appointment will be scheduled and confirmed
• You will receive an email or call when it is time for the
second appointment
There will be ebbs and flows as we receive supply. There will be a
waiting list for appointments and we will handle requests as quickly as
possible.www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
New Business
Important Vaccine Takeaways
• Vaccine supply will be slow to start
• We will book people quickly as we can
• A robocall will announce when appointments are
available
• Residents can book via the link or the COA Call Center
• Once we start, this will be a slow and steady process
through the spring
• Robocall test will occur tomorrow, Wed. 1/27www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
New Business
B. Review and resolve outstanding Open Meeting
Complaints filed by Mr. Patrick Waddell, as
follows:
• November 20, 2020
• December 18, 2020
• January 11, 2021
• January 12, 2021www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
New Business
C. Other matters, as may not have been
reasonably anticipated by the Chair
(Discussion Only)www.wenhamma.gov
Board of Selectmen @townofwenhamma
January 26, 2021
Reminder to Register for CodeRed Updates
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