1/10/1991 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT COMMITTEE Minutes

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7E MASBPIKE CONSERVATION CQ�MSSION MMING of ,JTY 1 , 1991 FMMAR 1 4 19 91 Ummissi ners Present: Gertrude Simmons', Renee Fudala, Duncan York, 'Hans , Frank Homeyer, usana L,annik. LF: f9' OF Robert Sherman, Conservation Agent, was present also. The meeting was called to ord r at :05 p.m. Town Counsel and the Executive secretary carne before the commission to discuss the cranberry bog lease. Mr. Reardon advised they have been in discussions with ditty. James McGillen who represents the bog licensees re setting a price for the 1990 crop already harvested. They have tried to link the 1990, 1991 and 1992 crop issue as one package and want the town to set a price for their planning purposes. To resolve the issue of the 1990 crop, he recommends following the 1989 crop price, 25 of gross value per barrel. It was left up in the air and should have been addressed prior to nom; there is responsibility on both sides. If claming damages, they have an obligation to cone forward. Mrs, Simmons pointed out thein lawyer went over and agreed to a contract stating a review time when they knew they are not going to be dere; they are remiss. This is the second contract they have done this, The duality of crop year was discussed and 1r. Harrington stated it was a fair crop. Mrs. Simmons added, if it can be judged by the Handy Bog, it did not drop by any amount. Mr. Reardon asked if the price for berries remained the same as in 1989? Mr. Harrington asked thea what the yield to the town would be and it was estimated to be $25-26,000. Mr. Reardon advised, concerning invoices, they have sworn they sent the invoices and reports to the commission.. The lawyer has agreed to get copies. Mrs. Sa.rmons advised no invoices or reports have been received from thea. Mr. Reardon listed the issues: 1. Take care of the 1990 crop and make a decision. He and Mr. Harrington recommend the . Mrs, Simmons advised the commission had taken a vote in December to go ahead with the 25% figure. Mr. Reardon asked if they can report back the 25% is acceptable for 1990 and the commission agreed they could. . 1991 and 1992 crops present more difficulty because the leers are aware the Town through the Conservation Commission has been investigating taking over the operation. They are concerned with the rumors. .so, there have been problems with vandalism; the ditches have been tampered with. They are unable to do anything about the problem; location is the big problem. Mrs. Simmons advised this was reported to the Police. Installing gates has been considered and the bog operators felt this would cause more damage to be done.