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March 10, 2025
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: David Whitney, Cynthia Bingham, Amanda Bebrin, Mary Chaffee, Ned Chatelain
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter executive session
To enter executive session
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to enter executive session. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Bingham- yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Chair Whitney-yes. The vote was 5- Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Move approval of the consent agenda as presented
Move approval of the consent agenda as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the consent agenda as presented. Selectperson Chatelain seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chatelain)
Move approval of the FY26 Fixed Rate and Salary Scale as presented
Move approval of the FY26 Fixed Rate and Salary Scale as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the FY26 Fixed Rate and Salary Scale as presented. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Submit the request for exemption to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities based on the following reasons for exemption: " Whether the person affected is a member of a group or...
To submit the request for exemption to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities based on the following reasons for exemption: " Whether the person affected is a member of a group or class of low or moderate income beneficiaries and the exemption would permit such person to receive generally the same benefits as being made available or provided to group or class" and Whether the affected person has withdrawn his or her function or responsibilities, or decision making process with respect to the specific assisted activity in question" and further moves to authorize the Chair to sign any letter to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to submit the request for exemption to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities based on the following reasons for exemption: " Whether the person affected is a member of a group or class of low or moderate income beneficiaries and the exemption would permit such person to receive generally the same benefits as being made available or provided to group or class" and Whether the affected person has withdrawn his or her function or responsibilities, or decision making process with respect to the specific assisted activity in question" and further moves to authorize the Chair to sign any letter to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Approve applying to the Stanton Foundation for the improvements noted int the memo including for drainage, service gates, and play structures
To approve applying to the Stanton Foundation for the improvements noted int the memo including for drainage, service gates, and play structures
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve applying to the Stanton Foundation for the improvements noted int the memo including for drainage, service gates, and play structures. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the.motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Open the public hearing on the New Seasonal Liquor License Application — Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road
To open the public hearing on the New Seasonal Liquor License Application — Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to open the public hearing on the New Seasonal Liquor License Application — Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Approve the New Seasonal Liquor License Application for Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road, for Wine and Malt Beverage liquor sales between 12pm and 8pm, daily, with alcohol only to be...
To approve the New Seasonal Liquor License Application for Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road, for Wine and Malt Beverage liquor sales between 12pm and 8pm, daily, with alcohol only to be consumed in the designated areas with signs designating " no alcohol beyond this point" and absolutely no alcohol to be consumed on Town Property located across the street
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve the New Seasonal Liquor License Application for Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road, for Wine and Malt Beverage liquor sales between 12pm and 8pm, daily, with alcohol only to be consumed in the designated areas with signs designating " no alcohol beyond this point" and absolutely no alcohol to be consumed on Town Property located across the street. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chaffee)
Approve the New Common Victualler Application for Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road, for seasonal takeout only, from the hours of 11am to 9pm, daily
To approve the New Common Victualler Application for Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road, for seasonal takeout only, from the hours of 11am to 9pm, daily
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve the New Common Victualler Application for Crisanti Eats LLC, 284 Paines Creek Road, for seasonal takeout only, from the hours of 11am to 9pm, daily. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Approve Elevation at Brewster' s requested 2024 rent and utility allowance schedule for the 27 Serenity at Brewster affordable rental units, retroactive to October 2024 as suggested by the...
To approve Elevation at Brewster' s requested 2024 rent and utility allowance schedule for the 27 Serenity at Brewster affordable rental units, retroactive to October 2024 as suggested by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, the rental rates are based on the HUD 2024 Area Median Income figures and in compliance with the regulatory agreement requirements
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve Elevation at Brewster' s requested 2024 rent and utility allowance schedule for the 27 Serenity at Brewster affordable rental units, retroactive to October 2024 as suggested by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, the rental rates are based on the HUD 2024 Area Median Income figures and in compliance with the regulatory agreement requirements. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Recommendation of Article 8 — Water Department Enterprise Fund Operating Budget, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant
Recommendation of Article 8 — Water Department Enterprise Fund Operating Budget, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved recommendation of Article 8 — Water Department Enterprise Fund Operating Budget, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor ofthe motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Recommendation of Article 9 — Golf department Enterprise Fund Operating Budget, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant
Recommendation of Article 9 — Golf department Enterprise Fund Operating Budget, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved recommendation of Article 9 — Golf department Enterprise Fund Operating Budget, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Recommendation of Article 14— Special Revenue Fund: Cable Franchise Fee Account, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant
Recommendation of Article 14— Special Revenue Fund: Cable Franchise Fee Account, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved recommendation of Article 14— Special Revenue Fund: Cable Franchise Fee Account, to the Spring 2025 Town Meeting Warrant. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Bingham)
Adjourn at 7: 25pm
To adjourn at 7: 25pm
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to adjourn at 7: 25pm. Selectperson Chaffee seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chaffee)
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