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June 16, 2025
16 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Caroline McCarley, Pete Dahl
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 Chatelain moved to enter executive session, and to return to open session, Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Move approval of the consent agenda as presented
Move approval of the consent agenda as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved approval of the consent agenda as presented. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Move approval of the consent agenda as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved approval of the consent agenda as presented. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Accept and sign the easement for Nickerson State Park
To accept and sign the easement for Nickerson State Park
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Caroline McCarley and Pete Dahl). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to accept and sign the easement for Nickerson State Park. Selectperson McCarley seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 4-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: McCarley)
Move approval of the updated Pleasant Bay Alliance Permit timeline
Move approval of the updated Pleasant Bay Alliance Permit timeline
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved approval of the updated Pleasant Bay Alliance Permit timeline. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Approve an entertainment license to run 120 days from July 1 to include 11am- 7pm for recorded, amplified music, not to be audible off the property, with indoor music from 4-10pm with doors and...
To approve an entertainment license to run 120 days from July 1 to include 11am- 7pm for recorded, amplified music, not to be audible off the property, with indoor music from 4-10pm with doors and windows closed and conditioned upon OSPI LLC securing all necessary and relevant local permitting approvals
The minutes give only the count (4-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve an entertainment license to run 120 days from July 1 to include 11am- 7pm for recorded, amplified music, not to be audible off the property, with indoor music from 4-10pm with doors and windows closed and conditioned upon OSPI LLC securing all necessary and relevant local permitting approvals. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. The vote was 4-Yes, 1- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
That the Select Board, as the Local Licensing Authority approve the change of DBA to The Charm on Main, on the Annual Liquor License held by OSPI LLC, pending approval by the Alcohol Beverages...
That the Select Board, as the Local Licensing Authority approve the change of DBA to The Charm on Main, on the Annual Liquor License held by OSPI LLC, pending approval by the Alcohol Beverages Control Commission
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Select Board, as the Local Licensing Authority approve the change of DBA to The Charm on Main, on the Annual Liquor License held by OSPI LLC, pending approval by the Alcohol Beverages Control Commission. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
That the Select Board, as the Local Licensing Authority, approve the Annual Entertainment License for Ocean Edge Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn & Conference Center with the following...
That the Select Board, as the Local Licensing Authority, approve the Annual Entertainment License for Ocean Edge Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn & Conference Center with the following restrictions/ conditions: 1. Indoor permitted hours: 11am to midnight 2. Outdoor permitted hours: 11am to 10pm 3. No music on the front lawn except those allowed by Special Permit of the Planning Board 4. Entertainment can include DJs and live music S. Restricted to the following as outlined in the Special Permit issued by the Brewster Planning Board a. No more than 7 events in total shall be held between May and September on the front lawn with the usage of a tent. b. No more than 2 events per month shall be held between October and April on the front lawn with the usage of a tent. 6. No music permitted after 10pm at the Bay Pines Pavilion, the terrace above the ballroom, the Mansion second floor terrace or the Carriage House terrace. 7. No amplified live music permitted at any time on the terrace above the ballroom, the Mansion second floor terrace or the Carraige House terrace. 8. No entertainment permitted after 10pm on the Front Lawn. Tent sides must be rolled down when there is entertainment at any time. The Select Board will review these restrictions/ conditions and will act reasonably in their review. Failure to comply with these restrictions/ conditions will be sufficient reason or taking action under appropriate Mass General Law. The License will be in effect for 120 days be
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Select Board, as the Local Licensing Authority, approve the Annual Entertainment License for Ocean Edge Limited Partnership d/ b/ a Ocean Edge Inn & Conference Center with the following restrictions/ conditions: 1. Indoor permitted hours: 11am to midnight 2. Outdoor permitted hours: 11am to 10pm 3. No music on the front lawn except those allowed by Special Permit of the Planning Board 4. Entertainment can include DJs and live music S. Restricted to the following as outlined in the Special Permit issued by the Brewster Planning Board a. No more than 7 events in total shall be held between May and September on the front lawn with the usage of a tent. b. No more than 2 events per month shall be held between October and April on the front lawn with the usage of a tent. 6. No music permitted after 10pm at the Bay Pines Pavilion, the terrace above the ballroom, the Mansion second floor terrace or the Carriage House terrace. 7. No amplified live music permitted at any time on the terrace above the ballroom, the Mansion second floor terrace or the Carraige House terrace. 8. No entertainment permitted after 10pm on the Front Lawn. Tent sides must be rolled down when there is entertainment at any time. The Select Board will review these restrictions/ conditions and will act reasonably in their review. Failure to comply with these restrictions/ conditions will be sufficient reason or taking action under appropriate Mass General Law. The License will be in effect for 120 days beginning July 1, 2025. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Approve the submission of the SAFER Grant Application
To approve the submission of the SAFER Grant Application
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the submission of the SAFER Grant Application. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Authorize the Chair to sign the letter and forward it to Superintendent Clenchy and the Chair of the School Committee
To authorize the Chair to sign the letter and forward it to Superintendent Clenchy and the Chair of the School Committee
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to authorize the Chair to sign the letter and forward it to Superintendent Clenchy and the Chair of the School Committee. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Approve the FY26 Intermunicipal Agreement with Orleans for Supportive Adult Day Program
To approve the FY26 Intermunicipal Agreement with Orleans for Supportive Adult Day Program
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the FY26 Intermunicipal Agreement with Orleans for Supportive Adult Day Program. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Approve the Re -Appointments to Various Town Boards, Committees and Commissions as outlined in the packet
To approve the Re -Appointments to Various Town Boards, Committees and Commissions as outlined in the packet
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the Re -Appointments to Various Town Boards, Committees and Commissions as outlined in the packet. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Appoint Selectperson Bebrin to the Short -Term Rental Task Force
To appoint Selectperson Bebrin to the Short -Term Rental Task Force
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Caroline McCarley and Pete Dahl). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to appoint Selectperson Bebrin to the Short -Term Rental Task Force. Selectperson McCarley seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 4-Yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: McCarley)
Adjourn at 9: 30 pm
To adjourn at 9: 30 pm
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to adjourn at 9: 30 pm. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
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