MassVoter.com← Chatham Select BoardChatham Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
November 18, 2019
21 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Shareen Davis, Peter Cocolis, Dean Nicastro, Cory Metters, Jeffrey Dykens
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
I. Minutes
Approve the minutes of November 4, 2019 as amended
To approve as amended
From the minutes
“Motion: by Cory Metters to approve as amended. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Metters, second: Cocolis)
i. Fisherman’s Daughter, 521 Main Street; Nov. 29, 2019, noon to 6 p.m.; Dec.
Approve Special One-Day Alcohol permits for wine and malt beverages only for Taylor Brown as a representative of Fisherman’s Daughter for service at 521 Main Street on Friday, November 29, 2019...
To approve Special One-Day Alcohol permits for wine and malt beverages only for Taylor Brown as a representative of Fisherman’s Daughter for service at 521 Main Street on Friday, November 29, 2019 from noon to 6 p.m. and Friday, December 13, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: by Dean Nicastro to approve Special One-Day Alcohol permits for wine and malt beverages only for Taylor Brown as a representative of Fisherman’s Daughter for service at 521 Main Street on Friday, November 29, 2019 from noon to 6 p.m. and Friday, December 13, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Second: by Cory Metters. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Metters)
ii. Forest Beach Designer-Goldsmith, 436 Main Street; Nov. 30, 2019, 5 p.m. to 8
Approve Special One-Day Alcohol permits for wine and malt beverages only for Steven Wardle as a representative of Forest Beach Designer – Goldsmiths for service at 436 Main Street on Saturday,...
To approve Special One-Day Alcohol permits for wine and malt beverages only for Steven Wardle as a representative of Forest Beach Designer – Goldsmiths for service at 436 Main Street on Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday, December 13, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to approve Special One-Day Alcohol permits for wine and malt beverages only for Steven Wardle as a representative of Forest Beach Designer – Goldsmiths for service at 436 Main Street on Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday, December 13, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Cocolis)
iii. Pine Acres Realty, 509 Main Street; Dec. 13, 2019, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Approve a Special One-Day Alcohol permit for wine and malt beverages only for Lee Prouty as a representative of Pine Acres Realty for service at 509 Main Street on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 6...
To approve a Special One-Day Alcohol permit for wine and malt beverages only for Lee Prouty as a representative of Pine Acres Realty for service at 509 Main Street on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: by Peter Cocolis to approve a Special One-Day Alcohol permit for wine and malt beverages only for Lee Prouty as a representative of Pine Acres Realty for service at 509 Main Street on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Second: by Jeffrey Dykens. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Cocolis, second: Dykens)
iv. Chatham Clothing Bar, 534 Main Street; Dec. 13, 2019, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Approve a Special One-Day Alcohol permit for wine and malt beverages only for Emma Carroll as a representative of Chatham Clothing Bar for service at 534 Main Street on Friday, December 13, 2019...
To approve a Special One-Day Alcohol permit for wine and malt beverages only for Emma Carroll as a representative of Chatham Clothing Bar for service at 534 Main Street on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: by Cory Metters to approve a Special One-Day Alcohol permit for wine and malt beverages only for Emma Carroll as a representative of Chatham Clothing Bar for service at 534 Main Street on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)
C. MA Green Communities Designation
That the Board adopt Energy Reduction Plan, adopt the Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Policy, and submit Application to MA Dept. of Energy Resources
That the Board adopt Energy Reduction Plan, adopt the Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Policy, and submit Application to MA Dept. of Energy Resources
From the minutes
“Motion: by Peter Cocolis that the Board adopt Energy Reduction Plan, adopt the Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Policy, and submit Application to MA Dept. of Energy Resources. Second: by Jeffrey Dykens. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Cocolis, second: Dykens)
D. 11 George Ryder Road South Local Initiative Program; Habitat for Humanity
Support and endorse the Habitat for Humanity of cape Cod Local Initiative Program (LIP) application for two affordable homes at 11 George Ryder Road South and to request that the Department of...
To support and endorse the Habitat for Humanity of cape Cod Local Initiative Program (LIP) application for two affordable homes at 11 George Ryder Road South and to request that the Department of Housing and Community Development waive the appraisal requirement for 11 George Ryder Road South
From the minutes
“Motion: by Peter Cocolis to support and endorse the Habitat for Humanity of cape Cod Local Initiative Program (LIP) application for two affordable homes at 11 George Ryder Road South and to request that the Department of Housing and Community Development waive the appraisal requirement for 11 George Ryder Road South. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Cocolis, second: Nicastro)
E. Clean Water Trust Interim (0%) Loan (CW-18-24) Closing – Wastewater Project
Adopt the vote as printed in paragraphs (1) through (6) in the document titled “Vote of the Board of Selectmen” as presented to the Board and incorporate the text of such vote into the minutes of...
That the Board vote to adopt the vote as printed in paragraphs (1) through (6) in the document titled “Vote of the Board of Selectmen” as presented to the Board and incorporate the text of such vote into the minutes of the meeting
From the minutes
“Motion: by Dean Nicastro that the Board vote to adopt the vote as printed in paragraphs (1) through (6) in the document titled “Vote of the Board of Selectmen” as presented to the Board and incorporate the text of such vote into the minutes of the meeting. Second: by Shareen Davis. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Davis)
F. Consider Requests for Extensions of Seasonal Liquor Licenses to Jan. 15, 2020 and
Approve the extensions of seasonal liquor licenses for The Captain’s Table until December 31, 2019; Pate’s Restaurant until January 15, 2020; and Bistro on Main until January 15, 2020
To approve the extensions of seasonal liquor licenses for The Captain’s Table until December 31, 2019; Pate’s Restaurant until January 15, 2020; and Bistro on Main until January 15, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion: by Dean Nicastro to approve the extensions of seasonal liquor licenses for The Captain’s Table until December 31, 2019; Pate’s Restaurant until January 15, 2020; and Bistro on Main until January 15, 2020. Second: by Cory Metters. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Metters)
Approve the temporary closing of the Chatham Wayside Inn from January 3, 2020 through January 31, 2020; The Chatham Cheese Co. from December 31, 2019 to March 15, 2020; and New England Pizza from...
To approve the temporary closing of the Chatham Wayside Inn from January 3, 2020 through January 31, 2020; The Chatham Cheese Co. from December 31, 2019 to March 15, 2020; and New England Pizza from January 1, 2020 through February 25, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion: by Dean Nicastro to approve the temporary closing of the Chatham Wayside Inn from January 3, 2020 through January 31, 2020; The Chatham Cheese Co. from December 31, 2019 to March 15, 2020; and New England Pizza from January 1, 2020 through February 25, 2020. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Cocolis)
G. Consider Special Town Meeting Scheduling – Board Discussion
Call a Special Town Meeting for Monday, January 13, 2020 to seek appropriation for land acquisition and design services for the Council on Aging Facility project and that the property acquisition...
To call a Special Town Meeting for Monday, January 13, 2020 to seek appropriation for land acquisition and design services for the Council on Aging Facility project and that the property acquisition be funded by Free Cash
Yes: Cocolis, Davis, DykensNo: Metters, Nicastro
From the minutes
“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to call a Special Town Meeting for Monday, January 13, 2020 to seek appropriation for land acquisition and design services for the Council on Aging Facility project and that the property acquisition be funded by Free Cash. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Vote: 3-2, Cory Metters and Dean Nicastro dissenting..” (Motion: Dykens, second: Cocolis)
i. Historical Commission
Appoint Don Aikman to the Historical Commission until June 30, 2020 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Don Aikman to the Historical Commission until June 30, 2020 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
From the minutes
“Motion: by Dean Nicastro to appoint Don Aikman to the Historical Commission until June 30, 2020 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Cocolis)
ii. Charter Review Committee
Increase the number of members on the Charter Review Committee to seven
To increase the number of members on the Charter Review Committee to seven
From the minutes
“Motion: by Cory Metters to increase the number of members on the Charter Review Committee to seven. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)
Nominate John Kaar
Nominate John Kaar
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Peter Cocolis of John Kaar. Second: by Cory Metters. No other nominations were received for this seat. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Cocolis, second: Metters)
Nominate Debbie Aikman
Nominate Debbie Aikman
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Jeffrey Dykens of Debbie Aikman. Second: by Cory Metters. No other nominations were received for this seat. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
Nominate Brad Schiff
Nominate Brad Schiff
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Peter Cocolis of Brad Schiff. Second: by Jeffrey Dykens. No other nominations were received for this seat. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Cocolis, second: Dykens)
Choice vote: Mary Beth Daniel is appointed to the Charter Review Committee until work is completed unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Choice between nominees: John Bendas; Mary Beth Daniel
A choice between nominees, so no Yes/No votes are shown. The roll call reads: Jeffrey Dykens: Mary Beth Daniel; Cory Metters: John Bendas; Dean Nicastro: Mary Beth Daniel; Peter Cocolis: Mary Beth Daniel; Shareen Davis: Mary Beth Daniel. The second is recorded as “Peter Cocolis”, not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Cory Metters of John Bendas. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Nomination: by Shareen Davis of Mary Beth Daniel. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Roll Call Vote: Jeffery Dykens: Mary Beth Daniel Cory Metters: John Bendas Dean Nicastro: Mary Beth Daniel Peter Cocolis: Mary Beth Daniel Shareen Davis: Mary Beth Daniel Mary Beth Daniel is appointed to the Charter Review Committee until work is completed unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed..”
Nominate Ann Ryan
Nominate Ann Ryan
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Jeffrey Dykens of Ann Ryan. Second: by Peter Cocolis. No other nominations were received for this seat. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Cocolis)
Choice vote: Thomas Clarke is appointed to the Charter Review Committee until work is completed unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Choice between nominees: Gloria Freeman; Thomas Clarke
A choice between nominees, so no Yes/No votes are shown. The roll call reads: Jeffrey Dykens: Thomas Clarke; Cory Metters: Gloria Freeman; Dean Nicastro: Gloria Freeman; Peter Cocolis: Thomas Clarke; Shareen Davis: Thomas Clarke. The second is recorded as “Peter Cocolis”, not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Cory Metters of Gloria Freeman. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Nomination: by Jeffrey Dykens of Thomas Clarke. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Roll Call Vote: Jeffery Dykens: Thomas Clarke Cory Metters: Gloria Freeman Dean Nicastro: Gloria Freeman Peter Cocolis: Thomas Clarke Shareen Davis: Thomas Clarke Thomas Clarke is appointed to the Charter Review Committee until work is completed unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed..”
Choice vote: Tom Wilson is appointed to the Charter Review Committee until work is completed unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Choice between nominees: John Bendas; Tom Wilson
A choice between nominees, so no Yes/No votes are shown. The roll call reads: Jeffrey Dykens: Tom Wilson; Cory Metters: John Bendas; Dean Nicastro: John Bendas; Peter Cocolis: Tom Wilson; Shareen Davis: Tom Wilson. The second is recorded as “Cory Metters”, not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“Nomination: by Jeffrey Dykens of Tom Wilson. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Nomination: by Dean Nicastro of John Bendas. Second: by Cory Metters. Roll Call Vote: Jeffery Dykens: Tom Wilson Cory Metters: John Bendas Dean Nicastro: John Bendas Peter Cocolis: Tom Wilson Shareen Davis: Tom Wilson Tom Wilson is appointed to the Charter Review Committee until work is completed unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed..”
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion: by to Jeffrey Dykens to adjourn. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Cocolis)
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