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Chatham Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

June 9, 2020

14 recorded votes, 2 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

During the meeting:

  • Jeffrey Dykens stepped aside (recused) for at least one item (“Selectman Dykens recused himself from this agenda item.”).
  • Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused) for at least one item (“BOS Referral to the Aunt Lydia’s Cove Committee for Consideration of Direct Retail Boat Sales; Reconsideration Chairman Davis recused herself from this agenda i”).

Every vote, in order

I. Minutes

Approve the minutes of May 27, 2020 as amended

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve as amended

From the minutes

“Motion: by Peter Cocolis to approve as amended. Second: by Cory Metters. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Cocolis, second: Metters)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

a. P&R Commission Recommendations for Beaches

That the Board of Selectmen endorse the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding beaches with the exception of the recommendation for “No Parking” on Sam Ryder Road

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

That the Board of Selectmen endorse the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding beaches with the exception of the recommendation for “No Parking” on Sam Ryder Road

From the minutes

“Motion: by Cory Metters that the Board of Selectmen endorse the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding beaches with the exception of the recommendation for “No Parking” on Sam Ryder Road. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

That the Board of Selectmen endorse the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission relative to all matters other than beaches included in their report

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

That the Board of Selectmen endorse the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission relative to all matters other than beaches included in their report

From the minutes

“Motion: by Dean Nicastro that the Board of Selectmen endorse the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission relative to all matters other than beaches included in their report. Second: by Jeffrey Dykens. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

b. ATM June 22, 2020 Update; Deferral of Articles to the September 19 th Special

Be it resolved that the Board of Selectmen will place on the warrant of the town meeting next following the 2020 Annual Town Meeting, currently scheduled as a Special Town Meeting for September...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Be it resolved that the Board of Selectmen will place on the warrant of the town meeting next following the 2020 Annual Town Meeting, currently scheduled as a Special Town Meeting for September 19, 2020 any and all petition articles that are postponed indefinitely at the 2020 Annual Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Motion: by Dean Nicastro be it resolved that the Board of Selectmen will place on the warrant of the town meeting next following the 2020 Annual Town Meeting, currently scheduled as a Special Town Meeting for September 19, 2020 any and all petition articles that are postponed indefinitely at the 2020 Annual Town Meeting. Second: by Jeffrey Dykens. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Endorse having the Chairmen of the Board of Selectmen and the Finance Committee only offer motions and recommendations on articles

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To endorse having the Chairmen of the Board of Selectmen and the Finance Committee only offer motions and recommendations on articles

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffery Dykens to endorse having the Chairmen of the Board of Selectmen and the Finance Committee only offer motions and recommendations on articles. Second: by Cory Metters. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

B. Rte. 28/West Chatham Roadway Construction Project Shutdown Status; Request for

Approve Verizon continue work in West Chatham to be complete by July 2, 2020

Minutes, page 11

ApproveFailed · 2–2

To approve Verizon continue work in West Chatham to be complete by July 2, 2020

Yes: Cocolis, NicastroNo: Davis, MettersJeffrey Dykens stepped aside (recused).

From the minutes

“Motion: by Peter Cocolis to approve Verizon continue work in West Chatham to be complete by July 2, 2020. Second: by Roll Call Vote: Cory Metters: No Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: No.” (Motion: Cocolis)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

C. CVEC Round 5 Photovoltaic Installation; Community Center and Police Station

That the roof of the Chatham Community Center, located at 702 Main Street and the parking lot area of the Police Department parking lot at 249 George Ryder Road, are available for disposition; and...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

That the roof of the Chatham Community Center, located at 702 Main Street and the parking lot area of the Police Department parking lot at 249 George Ryder Road, are available for disposition; and the Town Manager is hereby authorized to lease said rooftop and parking lot out for nominal value for up to 30 years for the purpose of installing and owning solar photovoltaic energy systems, in accordance with the RFP issued by the Cape and Vineyard Electric Coop (CVEC), and further that the Town Manager is hereby authorized to enter into an InterGovernmental Agreement with CVEC to acquire net energy and net metering credits or their equivalent value from said solar systems contingent upon final document approval by Town Counsel

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens that the roof of the Chatham Community Center, located at 702 Main Street and the parking lot area of the Police Department parking lot at 249 George Ryder Road, are available for disposition; and the Town Manager is hereby authorized to lease said rooftop and parking lot out for nominal value for up to 30 years for the purpose of installing and owning solar photovoltaic energy systems, in accordance with the RFP issued by the Cape and Vineyard Electric Coop (CVEC), and further that the Town Manager is hereby authorized to enter into an InterGovernmental Agreement with CVEC to acquire net energy and net metering credits or their equivalent value from said solar systems contingent upon final document approval by Town Counsel. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Cocolis)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

D. Temporary Outdoor Seating Policy/Procedures

Approve the Town of Chatham Policy/Procedure and Guidelines/Application for Temporary Outdoor Dining Areas pursuant to the Governor’s Order of June 1, 2020 with the agreed upon language removed...

Minutes, page 12

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Town of Chatham Policy/Procedure and Guidelines/Application for Temporary Outdoor Dining Areas pursuant to the Governor’s Order of June 1, 2020 with the agreed upon language removed from section F. Amendments

From the minutes

“Motion: by Dean Nicastro to approve the Town of Chatham Policy/Procedure and Guidelines/Application for Temporary Outdoor Dining Areas pursuant to the Governor’s Order of June 1, 2020 with the agreed upon language removed from section F. Amendments. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Cocolis)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

E. Public Hearing; Chatham Fish & Lobster Request for Alteration of Premise W&M Only

Approve the proposal for an Alteration of Premise to the Annual Wine & Malt Only Restaurant Liquor License for South Chatham Seafood LLC d/b/a Chatham Fish and Lobster, 1291 Main Street, Chatham

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the proposal for an Alteration of Premise to the Annual Wine & Malt Only Restaurant Liquor License for South Chatham Seafood LLC d/b/a Chatham Fish and Lobster, 1291 Main Street, Chatham

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to approve the proposal for an Alteration of Premise to the Annual Wine & Malt Only Restaurant Liquor License for South Chatham Seafood LLC d/b/a Chatham Fish and Lobster, 1291 Main Street, Chatham. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

F. Public Hearing; Del Mar Request for Alteration of Premise to Annual All Alcohol Liquor

Approve the proposal for temporary outdoor dining area by Del Mar Bar & Bistro, 907 Main Street, Chatham

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the proposal for temporary outdoor dining area by Del Mar Bar & Bistro, 907 Main Street, Chatham

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to approve the proposal for temporary outdoor dining area by Del Mar Bar & Bistro, 907 Main Street, Chatham. Second: by Peter Cocolis. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Cocolis)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

G. Temporary Outdoor Seating Request; Pisces Restaurant

Approve the proposal from Pisces Restaurant excluding the two tables proposed for the front of the building and proving final approval by the inspection team of the materials and dimensions of the...

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the proposal from Pisces Restaurant excluding the two tables proposed for the front of the building and proving final approval by the inspection team of the materials and dimensions of the “green screen” barrier between the roadway and dining area

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to approve the proposal from Pisces Restaurant excluding the two tables proposed for the front of the building and proving final approval by the inspection team of the materials and dimensions of the “green screen” barrier between the roadway and dining area. Second: by Cory Metters Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

H. Bond/BAN Award

Award the $3,450,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2020 Bonds dated June 25, 2020 (the “Bonds) to Piper Sandler & Co. in accordance with the terms set forth in the attached bid and...

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To award the $3,450,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2020 Bonds dated June 25, 2020 (the “Bonds) to Piper Sandler & Co. in accordance with the terms set forth in the attached bid and in the Notice of Sale dated June 3, 2020, relating to the Bonds

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to award the $3,450,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2020 Bonds dated June 25, 2020 (the “Bonds) to Piper Sandler & Co. in accordance with the terms set forth in the attached bid and in the Notice of Sale dated June 3, 2020, relating to the Bonds. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

I. BOS Referral to the Aunt Lydia’s Cove Committee for Consideration of Direct Retail Boat

That the Board support the proposal for a direct boat sales pilot program at the Fish Pier

Minutes, page 16

ApproveFailed · 0–4

That the Board support the proposal for a direct boat sales pilot program at the Fish Pier

No: Cocolis, Dykens, Metters, NicastroShareen Davis stepped aside (recused).

From the minutes

“Motion: by Dean Nicastro that the Board support the proposal for a direct boat sales pilot program at the Fish Pier. Second: by Jeffrey Dykens Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: No Cory Metters: No Dean Nicastro: No Peter Cocolis: No.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 16

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn

From the minutes

“Motion: by Jeffrey Dykens to adjourn. Second: by Dean Nicastro. Roll Call Vote: Jeffrey Dykens: Yes Cory Metters: Yes Dean Nicastro: Yes Peter Cocolis: Yes Shareen Davis: Yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

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