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May 12, 2025
17 recorded votes, 1 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, and to return to open session
To enter executive session, and to return to open session
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to enter executive session, and to return to open 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 Memorandum of Agreements with the Police Patrol and Police Superior Officer Unions
Move approval of the Memorandum of Agreements with the Police Patrol and Police Superior Officer Unions
Mary Chaffee stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the Memorandum of Agreements with the Police Patrol and Police Superior Officer Unions. Selectperson Bingham seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 4-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 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)
Move approval of the request for temporary signs with the Whitecaps 2025 Home Schedule at town beaches for June, July, and early August, and to waive any fees associated with the signs
Move approval of the request for temporary signs with the Whitecaps 2025 Home Schedule at town beaches for June, July, and early August, and to waive any fees associated with the signs
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the request for temporary signs with the Whitecaps 2025 Home Schedule at town beaches for June, July, and early August, and to waive any fees associated with the signs. 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
To open the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to open 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)
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)
Move approval of the transfer of David Carlson' s . 98-acre aquaculture lease to Alex Carlson, of 2129 Main Street, Brewster, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 130 and the...
Move approval of the transfer of David Carlson' s . 98-acre aquaculture lease to Alex Carlson, of 2129 Main Street, Brewster, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 130 and the Town of Brewster' s Aquaculture license/ Shellfish Grant Rules, Regulations, and Requirements
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the transfer of David Carlson' s . 98-acre aquaculture lease to Alex Carlson, of 2129 Main Street, Brewster, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 130 and the Town of Brewster' s Aquaculture license/ Shellfish Grant Rules, Regulations, and 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)
Open the public hearing
To open the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to open the public hearing. 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)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to close the public hearing. 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)
Move approval of the transfer of the Annual On -Premises All Alcohol Liquor License for the business located at 1993 Main Street, the Brewster Inn, Inc., d/ b/ a the Woodshed, to Andrew Murphy,...
Move approval of the transfer of the Annual On -Premises All Alcohol Liquor License for the business located at 1993 Main Street, the Brewster Inn, Inc., d/ b/ a the Woodshed, to Andrew Murphy, owner of The Chowder House, Inc., d/ b/ a Uncle Pete' s Chowder House and the Woodshed
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the transfer of the Annual On -Premises All Alcohol Liquor License for the business located at 1993 Main Street, the Brewster Inn, Inc., d/ b/ a the Woodshed, to Andrew Murphy, owner of The Chowder House, Inc., d/ b/ a Uncle Pete' s Chowder House and the Woodshed. 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)
Move approval of the change the hours of liquor sales for the Brewster inn, Inc. d/ b/ a the Woodshed, then for The Chowder House, Inc., d/ b/ a Uncle Pete' s Chowder House and the Woodshed, from...
Move approval of the change the hours of liquor sales for the Brewster inn, Inc. d/ b/ a the Woodshed, then for The Chowder House, Inc., d/ b/ a Uncle Pete' s Chowder House and the Woodshed, from Monday - E"' Srn„°° Town of Brewster Office of: o9 .; 9 Select Board 4 a? a - Brewster, MA 02631- 1898 v,= brewster- ma.gov Saturday from 12: OOpm- 12: 45am and Sundays from 1: O0pm- 12: OOam, to Monday- Sunday from 12: OOpm to 12: 45am
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the change the hours of liquor sales for the Brewster inn, Inc. d/ b/ a the Woodshed, then for The Chowder House, Inc., d/ b/ a Uncle Pete' s Chowder House and the Woodshed, from Monday - E"' Srn„°° Town of Brewster Office of: o9 .; 9 Select Board 4 a? a - Brewster, MA 02631- 1898 v,= brewster- ma.gov Saturday from 12: OOpm- 12: 45am and Sundays from 1: O0pm- 12: OOam, to Monday- Sunday from 12: OOpm to 12: 45am. 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)
Move approval of the Common Victualler License for Eat Cake for Breakfast, 26 Wampum Drive, under the management of Tara Nelson and Todd Nelson, Jr.contingent upon the Health Department...
Move approval of the Common Victualler License for Eat Cake for Breakfast, 26 Wampum Drive, under the management of Tara Nelson and Todd Nelson, Jr.contingent upon the Health Department requirements being completed
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the Common Victualler License for Eat Cake for Breakfast, 26 Wampum Drive, under the management of Tara Nelson and Todd Nelson, Jr.contingent upon the Health Department requirements being completed. 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)
Move approval of the letters of support for AmeriCorps funding to the Barnstable County Commissioners and Cape Cod Legislative Delegation and to authorize the Board to sign them
Move approval of the letters of support for AmeriCorps funding to the Barnstable County Commissioners and Cape Cod Legislative Delegation and to authorize the Board to sign them
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the letters of support for AmeriCorps funding to the Barnstable County Commissioners and Cape Cod Legislative Delegation and to authorize the Board to sign them. 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)
Move approval of the letter of opposition to Eversource and the MA Department of Agricultural Resources with regard to applying herbicides to manage vegetation in utility right of way and...
Move approval of the letter of opposition to Eversource and the MA Department of Agricultural Resources with regard to applying herbicides to manage vegetation in utility right of way and authorize the Board to sign them
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the letter of opposition to Eversource and the MA Department of Agricultural Resources with regard to applying herbicides to manage vegetation in utility right of way and authorize the Board to sign them. 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)
Be a project sponsor together with the Division of Marine Fisheries, and to authorize signing the Notice of Intent ( NOI) for the wetlands permit and PNF for the Massachusetts Environmental Policy...
To be a project sponsor together with the Division of Marine Fisheries, and to authorize signing the Notice of Intent ( NOI) for the wetlands permit and PNF for the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act MEPA) Environmental Notification Form on behalf of the Town
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to be a project sponsor together with the Division of Marine Fisheries, and to authorize signing the Notice of Intent ( NOI) for the wetlands permit and PNF for the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act MEPA) Environmental Notification Form on behalf of the Town. 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)
Move approval of the request for extension of the Open Space and Recreation Plan for three years per guidance from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Move approval of the request for extension of the Open Space and Recreation Plan for three years per guidance from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved approval of the request for extension of the Open Space and Recreation Plan for three years per guidance from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, 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: 30 pm
To adjourn at 7: 30 pm
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to adjourn at 7: 30 pm. 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)
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