4/13/1992 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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r t i { BOARD of SELECTMEN Page MINUTES MONDAY, APRIL 1 , 1992 i 8 :03 p. . Shellfish Constable Interviews : Richard York was present to discuss his application for Shellfish Constable, He in i.oa es that he grew up in Cataument and is familiar with some of Mashpee ' s waters. Mr. York has studied the waters of Waquoit Bay scientifically and is interested in the seeding of scallops. He has background round expertise to monitor for microscopic algae and can easily survey the waters to find out what food is present . Mr, York is currently working as a consultant , some his most recent work was in Hawaii working4wi h shellfish. He does not have much experience with enforcement , but would uphold shellfish regulations , He indicates if there is an offender, a warning would be issue-d, If ,offense is repeated , a fine would then be issued . He relates that he has no problem working with people and would be able to commit to the position in two weeks . Joseph Giarrusso indicated that he has a degree in Environmental Biology. His background includes enforc men , propagation and aquaculture including wetland regulations , Mr, Giarrusso relates that he is familiar with Mashpee ' s waters from a recreational standpoint . He is willing to relocate his residence from North Andover to South Yarmouth and could begin the job in approximately two weeks . Further experience is. working with the shellfish and Conservation Commissions and other town hoards . He is willing to attend evening meetings if his expertise is required* Steven Boyd is currently working as a consultant on a part- time basis . He holds a Masters degree in Marine Biology and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine sciences . His work as a consultant has involved shellfish surveys in Mashpee. He would life to try some of his academic applications o the position. Mr. Boyd doe-s not has previous experience in law enforcement. Fie_ has worked with Paul Somerville and knows Mashpee and priorities in propagation. Mr . Boyd is available for the position in two to three weeks upon notice. He is willing to cooperate with the Harbormaster and Conservation Commission and attend evening meetings . Ben Gordon has urged the Board to select the recommendation of the committee ' s involved in the interview process. He indicates the interview process was quite thorough and the Personnel Board made ars excellent recommendation. In the future, the Selectmen should sit in on the interview process indicates selectman Caffyn. Selectman Vaccaro relates that the Board appreciae ' s the screening the committee did . Because the decision was unanimous, it doesn ' t mean we will vote on it. The final decision is rade by the Board of Selectmen.