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August 6, 2024
29 recorded votes, 28 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michael Schell, Dean Nicastro, Shareen Davis, Jeffrey Dykens, Cory Metters
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Cory Metters stepped aside (recused) for at least one item (“Mr. Metters recused himself from this item.”).
Every vote, in order
A. June 25, 2024
Approve the minutes of June 25, 2024 as amended
To approve the minutes with amendments
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellAbstained: Davis
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to approve the minutes with amendments. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: abstain Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
B. July 23, 2024
Approve the minutes of July 23, 2024 as amended
To approve the minutes with amendments
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the minutes with amendments. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
A. 90 Bridge Street Project Update and Consider Request by the Shellfish Advisory
Call a special Town Meeting to seek authorization for $4 million appropriation to finish the 90 Bridge Street project to be held in either September or October
To call a special Town Meeting to seek authorization for $4 million appropriation to finish the 90 Bridge Street project to be held in either September or October
Yes: Davis, Dykens, SchellNo: Metters, Nicastro
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to call a special Town Meeting to seek authorization for $4 million appropriation to finish the 90 Bridge Street project to be held in either September or October. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: no Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: no Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
Hold the Special Town meeting on September 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Monomoy Regional Middle School
To hold the Special Town meeting on September 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Monomoy Regional Middle School
Yes: Davis, Dykens, SchellNo: Metters, Nicastro
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to hold the Special Town meeting on September 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Monomoy Regional Middle School. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: no Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: no Michael Shell: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
C. Consider Request to Use Town Property and Consider Use of Town Roads;
Approve the use of Town Property for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Sears Park as presented by the Chatham Chamber and Merchants Association; approve the use of Town property to place the...
To approve the use of Town Property for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Sears Park as presented by the Chatham Chamber and Merchants Association; approve the use of Town property to place the “Bouy Tree” at the corner of Main Street and Cross Street on the Town Hall property; approve 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 and Merchants Association; approve the use of Town roads for the Children’s Light Parade no Friday, December 13, 2024 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 and Merchants Association
Yes: Dykens, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call. Cory Metters stepped aside (recused).
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the use of Town Property for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Sears Park as presented by the Chatham Chamber and Merchants Association; approve the use of Town property to place the “Bouy Tree” at the corner of Main Street and Cross Street on the Town Hall property; approve 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 and Merchants Association; approve the use of Town roads for the Children’s Light Parade no Friday, December 13, 2024 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 and Merchants Association. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
D. Consider Use of Town Roads, Special One-Day Entertainment License, Sale of
Approve the request for Sale of Goods on Town property and Use of Town Property at the Chatham Community Center on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm And The request for a Special...
To approve the request for Sale of Goods on Town property and Use of Town Property at the Chatham Community Center on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm And The request for a Special One-Day Entertainment License, Use of Town Property, Use of Town Roads, Placement of a Tent, and Outdoor Display and Sale of Goods on Town Property for Thursday November 28, 2024 from 7:00 am – 10:00 am for the 20th Annual Turkey Trot as presented by Katie Wibby of Lower Cape Outreach Council
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the request for Sale of Goods on Town property and Use of Town Property at the Chatham Community Center on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm And The request for a Special One-Day Entertainment License, Use of Town Property, Use of Town Roads, Placement of a Tent, and Outdoor Display and Sale of Goods on Town Property for Thursday November 28, 2024 from 7:00 am – 10:00 am for the 20th Annual Turkey Trot as presented by Katie Wibby of Lower Cape Outreach Council. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
E. Consider Application for New Common Victualler License; J.BAR, 400 Main Street
Approve the application for a Common Victualler license to J. BAR at 400 Main Street, Chatham
To approve the application for a Common Victualler license to J. BAR at 400 Main Street, Chatham
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the application for a Common Victualler license to J. BAR at 400 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
F. Consider Application for New Common Victualler License; CHILLERS, 22A Barn
Approve the application for a Common Victualler License to CHILLERS at 22A Barn Hill Road, Chatham
To approve the application for a Common Victualler License to CHILLERS at 22A Barn Hill Road, Chatham
Yes: Dykens, Nicastro, SchellAbstained: MettersShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the application for a Common Victualler License to CHILLERS at 22A Barn Hill Road, Chatham. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: abstain Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
G. Consider Special One-Day Alcohol Permit; Where the Sidewalk Ends Bookstore,
Grant a Special One-Day Alcohol License to Caitlin Doggart for Where the Sidewalk Ends for wine and malt beverages only on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at 432 Main Street, Chatham
To grant a Special One-Day Alcohol License to Caitlin Doggart for Where the Sidewalk Ends for wine and malt beverages only on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at 432 Main Street, Chatham
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant a Special One-Day Alcohol License to Caitlin Doggart for Where the Sidewalk Ends for wine and malt beverages only on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at 432 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
H. Consider Use of Town Property, Alcohol on Town Property, Special One-Day
Approve the use of Town Property at Hardings Beach parking lot by Broad Reach Healthcare and allow alcohol on Town Property as requested with the date of the event being Friday September 6, 2024...
To approve the use of Town Property at Hardings Beach parking lot by Broad Reach Healthcare and allow alcohol on Town Property as requested with the date of the event being Friday September 6, 2024 and grant a special one-day license and alcohol on Town property on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm as presented and a rain date of September 13, 2024
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the use of Town Property at Hardings Beach parking lot by Broad Reach Healthcare and allow alcohol on Town Property as requested with the date of the event being Friday September 6, 2024 and grant a special one-day license and alcohol on Town property on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm as presented and a rain date of September 13, 2024. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
I. Clean Water Trust Financing Agreement – Director of Finance Carrie Mazerolle
Adopt the vote as printed in paragraphs one (1) through eight (8) in the document titled “Vote of the Select Board” and presented to the Board and made a motion to sign the Note and two copies of...
To adopt the vote as printed in paragraphs one (1) through eight (8) in the document titled “Vote of the Select Board” and presented to the Board and made a motion to sign the Note and two copies of the closing certificate and two copies of the Vote of the Select Board
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to adopt the vote as printed in paragraphs one (1) through eight (8) in the document titled “Vote of the Select Board” and presented to the Board and made a motion to sign the Note and two copies of the closing certificate and two copies of the Vote of the Select Board. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
Approve and sign the State Primary Warrant as presented
To approve and sign the State Primary Warrant as presented
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve and sign the State Primary Warrant as presented. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
1. Board of Health
Appoint Ronald Broman as a member of the Board of Health until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Ronald Broman as a member of the Board of Health until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Ronald Broman as a member of the Board of Health until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
2. Community Preservation Committee
Appoint Deborah Aikman as a member of the Community Preservation Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Deborah Aikman as a member of the Community Preservation Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Deborah Aikman as a member of the Community Preservation Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
3. Conservation Commission
Appoint Robert Del Vecchio as an associate member of the Conservation Commission until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Robert Del Vecchio as an associate member of the Conservation Commission until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to appoint Robert Del Vecchio as an associate member of the Conservation Commission until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
Appoint Paul Johnson as a Member of the Conservation Commission until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Paul Johnson as a Member of the Conservation Commission until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to appoint Paul Johnson as a Member of the Conservation Commission until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)
4. Council on Aging Board of Directors
Appoint Joan Bagnell as a member of the Council on Aging Board of Directors until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Joan Bagnell as a member of the Council on Aging Board of Directors until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion to appoint Joan Bagnell as a member of the Council on Aging Board of Directors until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Schell, second: Nicastro)
5. Historic Business District Committee
Appoint Doug Grattan as a member of the Historic Business District Commission until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Doug Grattan as a member of the Historic Business District Commission until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Doug Grattan as a member of the Historic Business District Commission until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
Appoint Timothy Gilmore as an alternate member of the Historic Business District Commission until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Timothy Gilmore as an alternate member of the Historic Business District Commission until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Timothy Gilmore as an alternate member of the Historic Business District Commission until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
6. Historical Commission
Appoint Nancy Barr as a member of the Historical Commission until June 30, 2026 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Nancy Barr as a member of the Historical Commission until June 30, 2026 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to appoint Nancy Barr as a member of the Historical Commission until June 30, 2026 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
7. Shellfish Advisory Committee
Appoint John Garey as a member of the Shellfish Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint John Garey as a member of the Shellfish Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint John Garey as a member of the Shellfish Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
8. Railroad Museum Committee
Appoint Don Morcone as a member of the Railroad Museum Committee until June 30, 2026 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Don Morcone as a member of the Railroad Museum Committee until June 30, 2026 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to appoint Don Morcone as a member of the Railroad Museum Committee until June 30, 2026 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
9. Traffic Safety Committee
Appoint Joan Craig as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Joan Craig as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Joan Craig as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
Appoint Diane Rowlings as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Diane Rowlings as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Diane Rowlings as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
Appoint Jeff Gordon as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Jeff Gordon as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to appoint Jeff Gordon as a member of the Traffic Safety Committee until June 30, 2025 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
10. Water & Sewer Advisory Committee
Appoint William Cook as a member of the Water and Sewer Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint William Cook as a member of the Water and Sewer Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to appoint William Cook as a member of the Water and Sewer Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
11. Waterways Advisory Committee
Appoint Craig Marden as a member of the Waterways Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Craig Marden as a member of the Waterways Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to appoint Craig Marden as a member of the Waterways Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
Appoint David Oppenheim as a member of the Waterways Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint David Oppenheim as a member of the Waterways Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
Yes: Dykens, SchellAbstained: Metters, NicastroShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion to appoint David Oppenheim as a member of the Waterways Advisory Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: abstain Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: abstain Michael Schell: yes The motion failed 2-0-2.” (Motion: Schell, second: Dykens)
Adjourn
To adjourn
Yes: Dykens, Metters, Nicastro, SchellShareen Davis is not listed in this roll call.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to adjourn. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
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