MassVoter.com← Chatham Select BoardChatham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
November 7, 2023
17 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Cory Metters, Michael Schell, Jeffrey Dykens, Shareen Davis, Dean Nicastro
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A. October 31, 2023
Approve the minutes of October 31, 2023 as amended
To approve the minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Schell, second: Davis)
A. Utility Hearing: Handhole & Conduit Highland Avenue (Eversource Energy)
Approval of the request
Approval of the request
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro moved approval of the request. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Schell)
A. Consider Approval of Change to Turkey Trot Staging Area, November 23, 2023 –
Approve the suggested changes to the use of Town Roads as presented for the 19th Annual Turkey Trot to be held on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 8 a.m
To approve the suggested changes to the use of Town Roads as presented for the 19th Annual Turkey Trot to be held on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 8 a.m
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the suggested changes to the use of Town Roads as presented for the 19th Annual Turkey Trot to be held on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 8 a.m. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Schell)
B. Consider Approval of Sales on Town Property; 16th Annual Holiday Shopping Fair at
Approve sales on Town property for the Recreation and Beaches Division’s Holiday Fair on Saturday November 18, 2023 at the Community Center
To approve sales on Town property for the Recreation and Beaches Division’s Holiday Fair on Saturday November 18, 2023 at the Community Center
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve sales on Town property for the Recreation and Beaches Division’s Holiday Fair on Saturday November 18, 2023 at the Community Center. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
1. Sundance Clothing at 497 Main Street on December 8, 2023 from 2 p.m. – 11
Grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 2-10 p.m. at 497 Main Street, Chatham to April Cabral on behalf of Sundance Clothing with the...
To grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 2-10 p.m. at 497 Main Street, Chatham to April Cabral on behalf of Sundance Clothing with the qualification that they can return to the Board to discuss the 11 pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 2-10 p.m. at 497 Main Street, Chatham to April Cabral on behalf of Sundance Clothing with the qualification that they can return to the Board to discuss the 11 pm Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Schell)
2. Chatham Clothing Bar at 534 Main Street on December 8, 2023 from 4 p.m. –
Grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 4-10 p.m. at 534 Main Street, Chatham to Coco Moran on behalf of Chatham Clothing Bar
To grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 4-10 p.m. at 534 Main Street, Chatham to Coco Moran on behalf of Chatham Clothing Bar
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion to grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 4-10 p.m. at 534 Main Street, Chatham to Coco Moran on behalf of Chatham Clothing Bar. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Schell, second: Dykens)
3. If The Shoe Fits at 442 Main Street on November 24, 2023 from 11 a.m. - 5
Grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, November 24, 2023 from 11 – 5 p.m. and Friday, December 8, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at 442 Main Street, Chatham to...
To grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, November 24, 2023 from 11 – 5 p.m. and Friday, December 8, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at 442 Main Street, Chatham to Ceci Hadawar on behalf of If The Shoe Fits
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, November 24, 2023 from 11 – 5 p.m. and Friday, December 8, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at 442 Main Street, Chatham to Ceci Hadawar on behalf of If The Shoe Fits. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Davis)
4. Chatham Paint and Hardware at 624 Main Street on December 8, 2023 from
Grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5-9 p.m. at 624 Main Street, Chatham to Paul Fox on behalf of Chatham Paint & Hardware
To grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5-9 p.m. at 624 Main Street, Chatham to Paul Fox on behalf of Chatham Paint & Hardware
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to grant a One Day Special Permit for Wine and Malt Beverages Only for Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5-9 p.m. at 624 Main Street, Chatham to Paul Fox on behalf of Chatham Paint & Hardware. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Davis)
D. Consider Approvals for Road Closure; Use of Town Property; Christmas Stroll –
That the Select Board approves the use of Town Property for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Sears Park as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association
That the Select Board approves the use of Town Property for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Sears Park as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion that the Select Board approves the use of Town Property for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Sears Park as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Schell, second: Nicastro)
That the Select Board approves the use of Town Property to place the “Bouy Tree” at the corner of Main Street and Cross Street
That the Select Board approves the use of Town Property to place the “Bouy Tree” at the corner of Main Street and Cross Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion that the Select Board approves the use of Town Property to place the “Bouy Tree” at the corner of Main Street and Cross Street. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
That the Select Board approves the use of Town Property to stage the horse and carriage rides in front of Town Hall on Main Street and within the Town Hall parking lot as presented by the Chatham...
That the Select Board approves the use of Town Property to stage the horse and carriage rides in front of Town Hall on Main Street and within the Town Hall parking lot as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion that the Select Board approves the use of Town Property to stage the horse and carriage rides in front of Town Hall on Main Street and within the Town Hall parking lot as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
That the Select Board approve the use of Town Roads for the Children’s Light Parade on Friday December 8, 2023 at 5:30 pm and the closure of Main Street in the vicinity of the triangle for the...
That the Select Board approve the use of Town Roads for the Children’s Light Parade on Friday December 8, 2023 at 5:30 pm and the closure of Main Street in the vicinity of the triangle for the duration of the tree lighting celebration as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association with the addition of changes proposed during the meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion that the Select Board approve the use of Town Roads for the Children’s Light Parade on Friday December 8, 2023 at 5:30 pm and the closure of Main Street in the vicinity of the triangle for the duration of the tree lighting celebration as presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association with the addition of changes proposed during the meeting. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Davis)
E. Fish Pier Project Easement – Dr. Bob Duncanson
Accept the easement as presented in the staff report and sign the acceptance certificate for recording
To accept the easement as presented in the staff report and sign the acceptance certificate for recording
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to accept the easement as presented in the staff report and sign the acceptance certificate for recording. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
F. Fishermen’s Storage Area Update and Consider Policy for Usage
Extend the use date for current Fishermen’s Storage Area users through June 30, 2024 with oversight of the area by the Department of Natural Resources
To extend the use date for current Fishermen’s Storage Area users through June 30, 2024 with oversight of the area by the Department of Natural Resources
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to extend the use date for current Fishermen’s Storage Area users through June 30, 2024 with oversight of the area by the Department of Natural Resources. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
Set the annual license fee at $0.20 per square foot
To set the annual license fee at $0.20 per square foot
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to set the annual license fee at $0.20 per square foot. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
Approve the license agreement as drafted and regulations and establish the lease term as 3- years
To approve the license agreement as drafted and regulations and establish the lease term as 3- years
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro moved to approve the license agreement as drafted and regulations and establish the lease term as 3- years. Second: Mr. Schell It was noted that there could be a 30, 60, or 90-day no fault termination right on both sides. It was noted that section 9 of the License Agreement states there is a 30- day notice and that the draft is mutual. Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Schell)
Adjourn
To adjourn
The roll call lists the members' names without their votes. The Town Clerk's office confirmed on October 7, 2026 (public records request #26-297) that all members voted yes.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to adjourn. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: Shareen Davis: Jeffrey Dykens: Michael Schell: Cory Metters: The meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m..” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
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