MassVoter.com← Chatham Select BoardChatham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
December 5, 2023
14 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. November 28, 2023
Approve the minutes of November 28, 2023 as amended
To approve the minutes as amended
Yes: Davis, Dykens, Metters, SchellDean Nicastro is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
A. Consider Placement of New Traffic Signs
Approve the placement of a stop sign on Park Avenue at the intersection with Lakeview Avenue
To approve the placement of a stop sign on Park Avenue at the intersection with Lakeview Avenue
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the placement of a stop sign on Park Avenue at the intersection with Lakeview Avenue Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
Approve the request to place stop signs at the Riverview and Chipping Stone intersection and that it be made an all-way stop by installing stop signs on Riverview Drive, along with a warning sign...
To approve the request to place stop signs at the Riverview and Chipping Stone intersection and that it be made an all-way stop by installing stop signs on Riverview Drive, along with a warning sign for a stop sign on Riverview Drive
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the request to place stop signs at the Riverview and Chipping Stone intersection and that it be made an all-way stop by installing stop signs on Riverview Drive, along with a warning sign for a stop sign on Riverview Drive. Mr. Schell Second Roll Call Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
Remand the discussion on the stop sign on Morris Island Road back to the Traffic Safety Committee for further discussion and input by the residents
To remand the discussion on the stop sign on Morris Island Road back to the Traffic Safety Committee for further discussion and input by the residents
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to remand the discussion on the stop sign on Morris Island Road back to the Traffic Safety Committee for further discussion and input by the residents. Second: Ms. Davis Mr. Schell noted the traffic safety committee Chair’s response on the considerations that are the reasons it is being remanded were satisfactory to him but will defer to the Select Board’s recommendation. Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
A. Consider Request for Placing a Holiday Tree at the Fish Pier – Women of Fishing
Approve the request of the Women of Fishing Families to place a holiday tree as described and inspected by the Harbormaster on the north side of the Fish Pier observation deck
To approve the request of the Women of Fishing Families to place a holiday tree as described and inspected by the Harbormaster on the north side of the Fish Pier observation deck
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, Schell
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the request of the Women of Fishing Families to place a holiday tree as described and inspected by the Harbormaster on the north side of the Fish Pier observation deck. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: recused Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
1. Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance, 1566 Main Street on December
Grant a one-day special permit for wine and malt beverages only to Brigid Krug on behalf of the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance for Wednesday, December 13, 2023 from 5 – 9 pm for service...
To grant a one-day special permit for wine and malt beverages only to Brigid Krug on behalf of the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance for Wednesday, December 13, 2023 from 5 – 9 pm for service at 1566 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion to grant a one-day special permit for wine and malt beverages only to Brigid Krug on behalf of the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance for Wednesday, December 13, 2023 from 5 – 9 pm for service at 1566 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Ms. Davis Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Schell, second: Davis)
2. The Black Dog, 628 Main Street on December 12 from 4 – 7 pm; December
Grant a one-day special permit for wine and malt beverages only to Charmane Curry on behalf of The Black Dog for Tuesday, December 12, 2023 from 4 – 7 pm and Sunday December 31, 2023 from 2 – 6 pm...
To grant a one-day special permit for wine and malt beverages only to Charmane Curry on behalf of The Black Dog for Tuesday, December 12, 2023 from 4 – 7 pm and Sunday December 31, 2023 from 2 – 6 pm for service at 628 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to grant a one-day special permit for wine and malt beverages only to Charmane Curry on behalf of The Black Dog for Tuesday, December 12, 2023 from 4 – 7 pm and Sunday December 31, 2023 from 2 – 6 pm for service at 628 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Mr. Schell Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Schell)
3. Creative Arts Center in Chatham, Inc., 154 Crowell Road on January 7, 2024
Grant a special one-day alcohol permit for all alcoholic beverages to Angela Mault on behalf of the Creative Arts Center for Sunday January 7, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm at 154 Crowell Road, Chatham;...
To grant a special one-day alcohol permit for all alcoholic beverages to Angela Mault on behalf of the Creative Arts Center for Sunday January 7, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm at 154 Crowell Road, Chatham; and additionally to grant a special one day alcohol permit for all alcoholic beverages to Justin Alex on behalf of the Creative Arts Center for Sunday, February 4, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm; Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm; and Sunday, April 7, 2023 from 4 – 5:30 pm at 154 Crowell Road, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol permit for all alcoholic beverages to Angela Mault on behalf of the Creative Arts Center for Sunday January 7, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm at 154 Crowell Road, Chatham; and additionally to grant a special one day alcohol permit for all alcoholic beverages to Justin Alex on behalf of the Creative Arts Center for Sunday, February 4, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm; Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 4 – 5:30 pm; and Sunday, April 7, 2023 from 4 – 5:30 pm at 154 Crowell Road, Chatham. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
C. Consider Renewal of Annual Alcohol Licenses
Approve the 2024 renewal of annual liquor licenses as recommended above
To approve the 2024 renewal of annual liquor licenses as recommended above
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to approve the 2024 renewal of annual liquor licenses as recommended above. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
3. Knots Landing
Approve the temporary closings of: Chatham Cheese Company from January 1, 2024 – March 15, 2024 Mom & Pops from February 15, 2024 – March 15, 2024 Knot’s Landing Bar & Grill from March 17, 2024 –...
To approve the temporary closings of: Chatham Cheese Company from January 1, 2024 – March 15, 2024 Mom & Pops from February 15, 2024 – March 15, 2024 Knot’s Landing Bar & Grill from March 17, 2024 – April 14, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the temporary closings of: Chatham Cheese Company from January 1, 2024 – March 15, 2024 Mom & Pops from February 15, 2024 – March 15, 2024 Knot’s Landing Bar & Grill from March 17, 2024 – April 14, 2024 Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
E. Consider Acceptance of Bench Donation at Seaside Links Golf Course – Deputy
Accept the donation from the Haight Family of a bench to be placed at the Men’s 8th Tee at Seaside Links Municipal Golf Course
To accept the donation from the Haight Family of a bench to be placed at the Men’s 8th Tee at Seaside Links Municipal Golf Course
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to accept the donation from the Haight Family of a bench to be placed at the Men’s 8th Tee at Seaside Links Municipal Golf Course. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
F. Consider Acceptance of Oyster River Hills Association (ORHA) Osprey Pole – Director
Approve the installation of the osprey nesting platform and educational sign on Town property as presented by the ORHA
To approve the installation of the osprey nesting platform and educational sign on Town property as presented by the ORHA
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to approve the installation of the osprey nesting platform and educational sign on Town property as presented by the ORHA. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
G. Chatham Beach Closure Procedures (Agenda Request – J. Dykens 11/14/23) – Health
That the Board endorse the Chatham Beach closure procedures as presented
That the Board endorse the Chatham Beach closure procedures as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro moved that the Board endorse the Chatham Beach closure procedures as presented. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Davis)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to adjourn. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call: Dean Nicastro: yes Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Michael Schell: yes Cory Metters: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Schell)
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