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Brewster Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

March 25, 2024

18 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Ned Chatelain, Mary Chaffee, David Whitney, Cynthia Bingham, Kari Hoffmann

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Toenter executive session

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Toenter executive session. Se| ectperson

From the minutes

“Hoffmann moved toenter executive session. Se| ectpersonBingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. 6e| ectperson Bingham -yes, Se| ectperaon Hoffmann -yes, Se|ectperson Chaffee -yes Selectiperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, O -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Bingham)

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Endorse the proposed Sea Camps financing plan as presented

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To endorse the proposed Sea Camps financing plan as presented

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to endorse the proposed Sea Camps financing plan as presented. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Bring the Sea Camps articles in two articles to Town Meeting

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To bring the Sea Camps articles in two articles to Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Selectperson Chaffee moved to bring the Sea Camps articles in two articles to Town Meeting. Selectperson Hoffmann seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 - Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Hoffmann)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Torecommend Article 2OtoTown nneedng

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Torecommend Article 2OtoTown nneedng. Se| ectperaon

From the minutes

“Chaffee moved torecommend Article 2OtoTown nneedng. Se| ectperaonWhitney seconded the motion. A nuU call vote was taken. Se| ectperson Bingham- yes, Se| eapenson Hoffn) ann' yes, Se| ectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5- Yes, O- No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the consent agenda as outlined in the packet

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the consent agenda as outlined in the packet

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to approve the consent agenda as outlined in the packet. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham - yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 - Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Bingham)

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Approve an Inn Holders License for the property located at 618 Main Street operated by Matt McDermott of McDermott Properties LLC. The license is contingent upon passing the inspection and being...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve an Inn Holders License for the property located at 618 Main Street operated by Matt McDermott of McDermott Properties LLC. The license is contingent upon passing the inspection and being in compliance with the fire code requirements

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to approve an Inn Holders License for the property located at 618 Main Street operated by Matt McDermott of McDermott Properties LLC. The license is contingent upon passing the inspection and being in compliance with the fire code requirements. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Recommend to Town Meeting the overlay appropriation for preschool family support pilot program

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend to Town Meeting the overlay appropriation for preschool family support pilot program

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to recommend to Town Meeting the overlay appropriation for preschool family support pilot program. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney - yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Open the public hearing for the renewal of seasonal liquor licenses for 2740 Main Street Holdings LLC d/ b/ a the Beach House Spa, Breakwater Lobster and Fish Market, Cape Cod National Golf Club,...

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · 5–0

To open the public hearing for the renewal of seasonal liquor licenses for 2740 Main Street Holdings LLC d/ b/ a the Beach House Spa, Breakwater Lobster and Fish Market, Cape Cod National Golf Club, Roberts Inc. d/ b/ a Cobies, Fishack Corp. d/ b/ a J. T.s Seafood Restaurant; Brewster Pico LLC, d/ b/ a Pico' s Taco Shack as noticed in the Cape Codder on 3/ 15 and 3/ 222/ 2021

The roll call lists Mary Chaffee twice. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to open the public hearing for the renewal of seasonal liquor licenses for 2740 Main Street Holdings LLC d/ b/ a the Beach House Spa, Breakwater Lobster and Fish Market, Cape Cod National Golf Club, Roberts Inc. d/ b/ a Cobies, Fishack Corp. d/ b/ a J. T.s Seafood Restaurant; Brewster Pico LLC, d/ b/ a Pico' s Taco Shack as noticed in the Cape Codder on 3/ 15 and 3/ 222/ 2021. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Chaffee)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the seasonal general on -premises urines and malt beverages license for 2740 Main Street Holdings LLC d/ b/ a the Beach House Spa

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the seasonal general on -premises urines and malt beverages license for 2740 Main Street Holdings LLC d/ b/ a the Beach House Spa

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to approve the seasonal general on -premises urines and malt beverages license for 2740 Main Street Holdings LLC d/ b/ a the Beach House Spa. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. There was no questions or comments on the application. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Chaffee)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the seasonal general on -premises all alcoholic beverages license for Cape Cod National Golf Club LLC

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the seasonal general on -premises all alcoholic beverages license for Cape Cod National Golf Club LLC

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to approve the seasonal general on -premises all alcoholic beverages license for Cape Cod National Golf Club LLC. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney - yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Bingham)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the seasonal restaurant all alcohol beverages license for Roberts Inc., d/ b/ a Cobies, Fishack Corp. d/ b/ a J. T.s Seafood Restaurant and Brewster Pico LLC, d/ b/ a Pico' s Taco Shack

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the seasonal restaurant all alcohol beverages license for Roberts Inc., d/ b/ a Cobies, Fishack Corp. d/ b/ a J. T.s Seafood Restaurant and Brewster Pico LLC, d/ b/ a Pico' s Taco Shack

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to approve the seasonal restaurant all alcohol beverages license for Roberts Inc., d/ b/ a Cobies, Fishack Corp. d/ b/ a J. T.s Seafood Restaurant and Brewster Pico LLC, d/ b/ a Pico' s Taco Shack. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham - yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes, Selectperson Chaffee - yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Bingham)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the public hearing

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Recommend Article 3 the FY25 Cape Cod Regional Technical High. 5chool Budget

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend Article 3 the FY25 Cape Cod Regional Technical High. 5chool Budget

From the minutes

“Selectperson Bingham moved to recommend Article 3 the FY25 Cape Cod Regional Technical High. 5chool Budget, Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion, A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham-- yes, Officem Brewster, MAO2631- 1898 Phone: ( 5OR) 896' 37O1 F F EoEA B.. F9% Select Board 9 n = Brewster, MA 02631- 1898 Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Bingham, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Todefor the pesticide home rule petition until Brexvstairhas had an opportunity tohold informational hearings and thoroughly review, with the intention ofbringing the petition to a future Town Meeting

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Todefor the pesticide home rule petition until Brexvstairhas had an opportunity tohold informational hearings and thoroughly review, with the intention ofbringing the petition to a future Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Bingham moved todefor the pesticide home rule petition until Brexvstairhas had an opportunity tohold informational hearings and thoroughly review, with the intention ofbringing the petition to a future Town Meeting. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Se| ectpeoonBinghann' yes, Se| ectpersonHoffnlann' yeo, Se| ectperson[ haffme- yes, Se| actperuomVVh| tney- yes, Chair Chate| ein' yes. The vote was 5- Yes, O- No.” (Motion: Bingham, second: Chaffee)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

That the Select Board recommend Article 18, Sea Camps Comprehensive Plan Bay Property at 3057 Main Street to Town Meeting as outlined in the draft warrant

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

That the Select Board recommend Article 18, Sea Camps Comprehensive Plan Bay Property at 3057 Main Street to Town Meeting as outlined in the draft warrant

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved that the Select Board recommend Article 18, Sea Camps Comprehensive Plan Bay Property at 3057 Main Street to Town Meeting as outlined in the draft warrant. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Hoffmann- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5- Yes, O- No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Chaffee)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

That the Select Board recommend Article 19, Sea Camps Comprehensive Plan Pond Property at 500 W H Besse Cartway to Town Meeting as printed in the draft warrant

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

That the Select Board recommend Article 19, Sea Camps Comprehensive Plan Pond Property at 500 W H Besse Cartway to Town Meeting as printed in the draft warrant

From the minutes

“Selectperson Hoffmann moved that the Select Board recommend Article 19, Sea Camps Comprehensive Plan Pond Property at 500 W H Besse Cartway to Town Meeting as printed in the draft warrant. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Hoffmann- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Hoffmann, second: Chaffee)

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Adopt policy number 68, the Policy on the Sea Camps Pond Property Visitor' s Access and Parking, that includes permits

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adopt policy number 68, the Policy on the Sea Camps Pond Property Visitor' s Access and Parking, that includes permits

From the minutes

“Member Bingham moved to adopt policy number 68, the Policy on the Sea Camps Pond Property Visitor' s Access and Parking, that includes permits. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Hoffmann- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bingham, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Adjourn at 8: 24pm

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 8: 24pm

From the minutes

“Selectperson Chaffee moved to adjourn at 8:24pm. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann-yes, Member Chaffee-yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No..” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

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