Salem Harbor Port Authority

Name: Salem Harbor Port Authority — Salem, MA
Start: 2024-09-05
End: 2024-09-05
Location: Salem, MA

Regular Meeting

Salem, MA · September 5, 2024

Minutes

MEETING MINUTES: September 5, 2024 A public meeting of the Salem Harbor Port Authority was convened at 5:00 pm via Zoom web conference. Members present: Kathy Winn (Chair), Mayor Pangallo, and Captain Fred Ryan Others Present: Capt. Bill McHugh – Harbormaster, Daniel Collins – Planning Department Call to Order Ms. Winn called the meeting to order at 5:00pm. Mr. Collins outlined the format for the meeting, indicating that members of the public may provide comments during the period of the meeting designated for public comment. Port Updates Mr. Collins reported that the City is gearing up to be ready for the design of the ferry terminal building to replace the temporary building that exists on the site. The new building will enhance the experience of visitors, tourists, and staff. The City is close to being able to enter into an OPM contract for a designer. An RFQ for a designer has gone out, and they hope to select a designer within the next month or two. A designer selection committee has been set up. Captain McHugh noted that there are two or three designers who were in the running for contract. The OPM will be under contract any day. The designer will be able to provide schematics and/or construction documents which will allow the City to begin pursuing grants and funding for the construction bid. The bidding for construction is likely two years out. Mr. Collins noted that there is nearly enough funding in place to cover the designer. The RFQ allows them to phase the design work based on funding. Harbormaster Report Captain McHugh reported that he met with Crowley and Custom and Border Protection (CBP) to discuss the deep-water port. The new personnel with CBP was briefed on the project. Crowley will share their business plan with them. CBPs work should be no different from their past work when Dominion was there. There will be foreign merchant vessels coming into Port and a limited number of passenger vessels. Captain McHugh also provided an update on the parking issues the City has had at the terminal building and presented the new signs. He believes the new signs have been effective. He believes one sign, which describes the parking permissions between May 1st and November 1st has been useful. He said that the City is phasing out of car decal for parking and that is likely to lead to issues next season. Mayor Pangallo noted that residents will be able to electronically enter their license plate number and City staff will be able to check whether the car is permitted to be in that area. He expressed concern that only a portion of the City residents had a sticker. Captain McHugh explained the history behind the zone stickers. He and Mayor Pangallo agreed they will discuss and come up with a solution. Captain McHugh reported on the Willows Pier project, which he said it is coming along well. He said there were some delays in finding competent rock, but they are on schedule. He also reported on an upcoming meeting with the Mayor to discuss the proposed dedication of the terminal to Kevin Cornacchio. Captain McHugh also noted that ridership on the ferry is up 20-25% over last year’s numbers at this time. Vessel capacity will be increased from Boston, and they will add a boat coming from Hingham in hopes of lessening cars on the road. BHC is coordinating these rides. Public Comment There were no comments from the public. Approval of Minutes Captain Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pangallo, to approve the August 1, 2024 Salem Port Authority meeting minutes. The motion passed unanimously. Adjournment Captain Ryan made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pangallo, to adjourn the meeting at 5:25pm. The motion passed unanimously. The Salem Harbor Port Authority approved these minutes at the meeting held October 10, 2024.

Agenda

SALEM HARBOR PORT AUTHORITY 98 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978) 619-5685 PLANNING (978) 741-5685 HARBORMASTER MEETING NOTICE DATE: Thursday, September 5, 2024 LOCATION: **Via remote participation with instructions posted to www.salem.com, in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023** TIME: 5:00 PM Important Announcement Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Salem Harbor Port Authority will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. via remote participation in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023. Every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time, via technological means. In the event that we are unable to do so on matters not requiring a public hearing, we will post on the City of Salem’s website an audio or video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting. Individuals may participate remotely in the meeting via a remote participation platform called Zoom. Members of the public and/or parties with a right and/or requirement to attend this meeting may access the remote participation meeting through any one of the following ways: • Follow this link or enter it into your web browser to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82434189105?pwd=V1FDT0o4VXdlL2VlVXhOZG8xa3pWQT0 9 • Follow this link or enter it into your web browser to open the Zoom website at https://zoom.us/join. Enter meeting ID # “824 3418 9105” as directed on the webpage followed by password “785554”, if directed to do so. • Participants can dial a toll-free phone number at 877-853-5257 to join the meeting. When prompted, enter meeting ID # “824 3418 9105” followed by meeting password “785554” and follow the instructions to join the meeting. * Know Your Rights Under the Open Meeting Law, M.G.L. c. 30A §18-25, and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 * Persons requiring auxiliary aids and services for effective communication such as sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, or print material in digital format or a reasonable modification in programs, services, policies, or activities, may contact the City of Salem ADA Coordinator as soon as possible and no less than 2 business days before the meeting, program, or event. Public Comment Protocol: Members of the public who wish to address the Port Authority or make a comment may do so only when called upon during the open public comment portion of the meeting. When the time comes, the Meeting Chair or Staff Member will announce that the floor is now open for public comment. If accessing the meeting using a computer or other smart device and you wish to make a comment, please utilize the “Raise Hand” feature that can be found next to your name on the screen and ‘raise your hand’ then wait to be called upon for comment. Please make sure to remember to turn your microphone on and unmute yourself before raising your hand. Those participating by dialing in from their phones my also utilize the “Raise Hand’ feature of this platform by pressing “*9” on your keypad. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this challenging situation for our community and the world. AGENDA • Call to Order • Port Updates • Staff/Authority Updates o Harbormaster Report • Public Comment • Approval of Minutes • Adjournment

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