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January 28, 2026
8 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Pete Dahl, Caroline McCarley
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Ned Chatelain joined the meeting.
Every vote, in order
Enter executive session for reasons listed on the agenda, and to return to open session
To enter executive session for reasons listed on the agenda, and to return to open session
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Pete Dahl and Caroline McCarley). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to enter executive session for reasons listed on the agenda, and to return to open session. Selectperson Dahl seconded the motion. All Select Board members voted in favor of the motion, via roll call vote: Chair Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Bebrin- yes, Selectperson Dahl -yes, Selectperson McCarley- yes. The vote was 4-Yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Dahl)
Approve the consent agenda of January 28 as presented
To approve the consent agenda of January 28 as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve the consent agenda of January 28 as presented. Selectperson Chatelain seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chatelain)
Approve the recommended membership rates as presented
To approve the recommended membership rates as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to approve the recommended membership rates as presented. Selectperson Chatelain seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chatelain)
Endorse Proposed Captains Golf Capital Projects ( Maintenance Facility, Water Source/ Supply, and Irrigation System Replacement) as presented
To endorse Proposed Captains Golf Capital Projects ( Maintenance Facility, Water Source/ Supply, and Irrigation System Replacement) as presented
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to endorse Proposed Captains Golf Capital Projects ( Maintenance Facility, Water Source/ Supply, and Irrigation System Replacement) as presented. Selectperson Bebrin seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- yes, 0-No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: Bebrin)
Approve the Building Department Fee Schedule as outlined in the memo with the following changes to the section pertaining to expired permits: that it be called an expired permit closeout fine, be...
To approve the Building Department Fee Schedule as outlined in the memo with the following changes to the section pertaining to expired permits: that it be called an expired permit closeout fine, be set at $ 150 flat rate, that it be put in place for new permits only as of March 1, 2026, and that automatic notification of expiration be implemented through OpenGov to homeowners and applicants
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Pete Dahl and Caroline McCarley). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the Building Department Fee Schedule as outlined in the memo with the following changes to the section pertaining to expired permits: that it be called an expired permit closeout fine, be set at $ 150 flat rate, that it be put in place for new permits only as of March 1, 2026, and that automatic notification of expiration be implemented through OpenGov to homeowners and applicants. Selectperson McCarley seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 4-yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: McCarley)
Approve the amended Select Board Short - Term Rental Revenue Allocation Policy to Fund the Preschool Family Support Program as outlined in the packet
To approve the amended Select Board Short - Term Rental Revenue Allocation Policy to Fund the Preschool Family Support Program as outlined in the packet
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Mary Chaffee, Amanda Bebrin, Ned Chatelain, Pete Dahl and Caroline McCarley). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the amended Select Board Short - Term Rental Revenue Allocation Policy to Fund the Preschool Family Support Program as outlined in the packet. Selectperson McCarley seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 4-yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Chatelain, second: McCarley)
Include Acceptance of the Seasonal Communities Designation Article on the Spring 2026 Town Meeting Warrant
To include Acceptance of the Seasonal Communities Designation Article on the Spring 2026 Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to include Acceptance of the Seasonal Communities Designation Article on the Spring 2026 Town Meeting Warrant. Selectperson Chatelain seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chatelain)
Adjourn at 7: 51 pm
To adjourn at 7: 51 pm
From the minutes
“Selectperson Bebrin moved to adjourn at 7: 51 pm. Selectperson Chatelain seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of the motion. The vote was 5- yes, 0- No.” (Motion: Bebrin, second: Chatelain)
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