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June 17, 2024
31 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: The board chose its Chair, Vice Chair and Clerk at this meeting (the first meeting after the town election was June 3, 2024).
Present: Ned Chatelain, Mary Chaffee, David Whitney, Cynthia Bingham, Amanda Bebrin
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Amanda Bebrin left the meeting.
- Amanda Bebrin joined the meeting.
- Amanda Bebrin left the meeting.
- Amanda Bebrin joined the meeting.
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session
To enter Executive Session
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to enter Executive Session. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Open the public hearing on the outdoor alteration of premises for Spincape LLC d/ b/ a Spinnaker Annual Liquor as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 0 and June 141h of this...
To open the public hearing on the outdoor alteration of premises for Spincape LLC d/ b/ a Spinnaker Annual Liquor as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 0 and June 141h of this year
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing on the outdoor alteration of premises for Spincape LLC d/ b/ a Spinnaker Annual Liquor as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 0 and June 141h of this year. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Approve the outdoor alteration of premises for Spincape LLC d/ b/ a Spinnaker Annual All Alcohol Beverages license, which includes the fenced in area in the back of the main building as described...
To approve the outdoor alteration of premises for Spincape LLC d/ b/ a Spinnaker Annual All Alcohol Beverages license, which includes the fenced in area in the back of the main building as described on the application
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the outdoor alteration of premises for Spincape LLC d/ b/ a Spinnaker Annual All Alcohol Beverages license, which includes the fenced in area in the back of the main building as described on the application. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bingham)
Open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 41h and June 14th
To open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 41h and June 14th
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 41h and June 14th. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Approve the outdoor alteration of premises for Chillingsworth Inc. All Alcohol Beverages license as outlined in the packet and with the condition of a barrier or signage must be in place to alert...
To approve the outdoor alteration of premises for Chillingsworth Inc. All Alcohol Beverages license as outlined in the packet and with the condition of a barrier or signage must be in place to alert patrons to no alcohol beyond this point
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the outdoor alteration of premises for Chillingsworth Inc. All Alcohol Beverages license as outlined in the packet and with the condition of a barrier or signage must be in place to alert patrons to no alcohol beyond this point. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bingham)
Open the public hearing on Annual Entertainment licenses as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 711 and June 14th, except in the case of the Kitchen Cafe
To open the public hearing on Annual Entertainment licenses as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 711 and June 14th, except in the case of the Kitchen Cafe
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing on Annual Entertainment licenses as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 711 and June 14th, except in the case of the Kitchen Cafe. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham - yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bingham)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Approve the renewal of Annual Entertainment licenses for the following establishments: Brewster Council on Aging; Brewster Inn, Inc. d/ b/ a Woodshed with conditions outlined in the packet;...
To approve the renewal of Annual Entertainment licenses for the following establishments: Brewster Council on Aging; Brewster Inn, Inc. d/ b/ a Woodshed with conditions outlined in the packet; Brewster VFW Post 9917; Brown Dog Investments, Inc. d/ b/ a Laurino' s Tavern; Cape Cod Repertory Theatre; Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center with conditions outlined in the packet; Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Linx Tavern and Bar; Putt Putt Chicken Butt Inc., d/ b/ a Harbor Lights Mini Golf; Shady Knoll Tent Sites, Inc. d/ b/ a Shady Knoll Campground; Sweetwater Forest Inc. d/ b/ a Sweetwater Forest pending all business are up to date with their building and fire inspections
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the renewal of Annual Entertainment licenses for the following establishments: Brewster Council on Aging; Brewster Inn, Inc. d/ b/ a Woodshed with conditions outlined in the packet; Brewster VFW Post 9917; Brown Dog Investments, Inc. d/ b/ a Laurino' s Tavern; Cape Cod Repertory Theatre; Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center with conditions outlined in the packet; Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Linx Tavern and Bar; Putt Putt Chicken Butt Inc., d/ b/ a Harbor Lights Mini Golf; Shady Knoll Tent Sites, Inc. d/ b/ a Shady Knoll Campground; Sweetwater Forest Inc. d/ b/ a Sweetwater Forest pending all business are up to date with their building and fire inspections. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Open the public hearing on an Annual Entertainment license for the Lliguichuzcha Family LLC d/ b/ a The Kitchen Cafe as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th
To open the public hearing on an Annual Entertainment license for the Lliguichuzcha Family LLC d/ b/ a The Kitchen Cafe as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th
Amanda Bebrin stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing on an Annual Entertainment license for the Lliguichuzcha Family LLC d/ b/ a The Kitchen Cafe as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th. Selectperson Bebrin recused herself from the public hearing. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 4 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
Amanda Bebrin stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 4 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bingham)
Approve the renewal of Annual Entertainment licenses for the Lliguichuzcha Family LLC d/ b/ a the Kitchen Cafe with the following conditions: 1
To approve the renewal of Annual Entertainment licenses for the Lliguichuzcha Family LLC d/ b/ a the Kitchen Cafe with the following conditions: 1. Monday through Sunday fpm to 9pm 2. Indoor and outdoor music through Bluetooth speakers 3. Outdoor music at the food trailer and front covered patio 4. Sound cannot be clearly audible from 150 ft from the speakers. S. Indoor amplified, acoustic entertainment with the doors and windows closed. Select - Board 6. 17. 2024 www. brewster- rna. gov Page. 4 of 14_ FopoR* 0sm\
Amanda Bebrin stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the renewal of Annual Entertainment licenses for the Lliguichuzcha Family LLC d/ b/ a the Kitchen Cafe with the following conditions: 1. Monday through Sunday fpm to 9pm 2. Indoor and outdoor music through Bluetooth speakers 3. Outdoor music at the food trailer and front covered patio 4. Sound cannot be clearly audible from 150 ft from the speakers. S. Indoor amplified, acoustic entertainment with the doors and windows closed. Select - Board 6. 17. 2024 www. brewster- rna. gov Page. 4 of 14_ FopoR* 0sm\ Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham - yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 4 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th
To open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Approve the following amendments to Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center All Alcohol Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of...
To approve the following amendments to Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center All Alcohol Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of license type, B. change of corporate structure, C. change of officers/ directors/ LLC managers, D. change of ownership interest and E. management agreement
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the following amendments to Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center All Alcohol Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of license type, B. change of corporate structure, C. change of officers/ directors/ LLC managers, D. change of ownership interest and E. management agreement. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th
To open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal. com on June 7th and June 14th. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Approve the following amendments to Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Linx Tavern and Bar All Alcohol Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of corporate structure,...
To approve the following amendments to Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Linx Tavern and Bar All Alcohol Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of corporate structure, B. change of officers/ directors/ LLC managers, C. change of ownership interest and D. management agreement
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the following amendments to Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Linx Tavern and Bar All Alcohol Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of corporate structure, B. change of officers/ directors/ LLC managers, C. change of ownership interest and D. management agreement. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 - No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal.com on June 7th and June 14th
To open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal.com on June 7th and June 14th
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to open the public hearing as advertised in the Cape Codder and wickedlocal.com on June 7th and June 14th. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Approve the following amendments to A Plus Ventures, Inc. d/ b/ a Winslow' s Spirits and Things All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of...
To approve the following amendments to A Plus Ventures, Inc. d/ b/ a Winslow' s Spirits and Things All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of manager, B. change of officers/ directors/ LLC managers, C. change of ownership interest and D. issuance transfer of stock and new stockholder
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the following amendments to A Plus Ventures, Inc. d/ b/ a Winslow' s Spirits and Things All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store Liquor License as outlined in the application, A. change of manager, B. change of officers/ directors/ LLC managers, C. change of ownership interest and D. issuance transfer of stock and new stockholder. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Whitney)
Approve the license agreement as amended and approve the acceptance of th a $ 5, 000 donation
To approve the license agreement as amended and approve the acceptance of th a $ 5, 000 donation
From the minutes
“Whitney moved to approve the license agreement as amended and approve the acceptance of th a $ 5, 000 donation. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Whitney, second: Chaffee)
Approve draft intermunicipal agreement
To approve draft intermunicipal agreement
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve draft intermunicipal agreement. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Whitney)
Approve the easement with Brewster Conservation Trust
To approve the easement with Brewster Conservation Trust
Amanda Bebrin stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Whitney moved to approve the easement with Brewster Conservation Trust. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Chaffee - yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 4 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Whitney, second: Bingham)
Approve Meg Morris' s re -appointment to the Recycling Commission
To approve Meg Morris' s re -appointment to the Recycling Commission
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve Meg Morris' s re -appointment to the Recycling Commission. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bebrin)
Move the consent agenda as printed
Move the consent agenda as printed
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bingham moved the consent agenda as printed. Selectperson Whitney seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Whitney -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Chair Chatelain- yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Bingham, second: Whitney)
Nominate Dave Whitney as Chair
Nominate Dave Whitney as Chair
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bingham nominated Dave Whitney as Chair. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. Selectperson Whitney accepted the nomination. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham -yes, Selectperson Bebrin-yes, Selectperson Whitney - yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Chair Chatelain-yes. The vote was 5 -Yes, 0 -No.” (Motion: Bingham, second: Bebrin)
Nominate Cindy Bingham as Vice Chair
Nominate Cindy Bingham as Vice Chair
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain nominated Cindy Bingham as Vice Chair. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. Selectperson Bingham accepted the nomination. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Chair Whitney- yes. The vote was 5 - Yes, 0 - No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Chaffee)
Nominate Amanda Bebrin as Clerk
Nominate Amanda Bebrin as Clerk
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chaffee nominated Amanda Bebrin as Clerk. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. Selectperson Bebrin accepted the nomination. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Chair Whitney- yes. The vote was 5- Yes, 0 - No.” (Motion: Chaffee, second: Bingham)
Adjourn at 7: 36pm
To adjourn at 7: 36pm
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bingham moved to adjourn at 7: 36pm. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Chair Whitney- yes. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bingham, second: Bebrin)
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