MassVoter.com← Chatham Select BoardChatham Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
November 19, 2024
14 recorded votes, 2 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:
- Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused) for at least one item (“Clerk Davis recused herself and left the dais.”).
Every vote, in order
A. Utility Hearing; To Install 50’ +/- 1-3” PVC Conduit Encased in Concrete from
Approve the request as presented (Utility Hearing; To Install 50’ +/- 1-3” PVC Conduit Encased in Concrete from)
To approve the request as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the request as presented. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
i. Chatham Walkers, Chatham Community Center, Tuesday, December 10,
Permit alcohol on Town property and grant a special one-day alcohol license to Maryellen Lorefice of the Chatham Walkers for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm at the Chatham Community...
To permit alcohol on Town property and grant a special one-day alcohol license to Maryellen Lorefice of the Chatham Walkers for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm at the Chatham Community Center
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to permit alcohol on Town property and grant a special one-day alcohol license to Maryellen Lorefice of the Chatham Walkers for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm at the Chatham Community Center. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
ii. Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance, 1566 Main Street,
Grant a special one-day alcohol license to Brigid Krug of the Cape Cod Fishermen’s Alliance for Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:30 pm at 1566 Main Street, Chatham
To grant a special one-day alcohol license to Brigid Krug of the Cape Cod Fishermen’s Alliance for Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:30 pm at 1566 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license to Brigid Krug of the Cape Cod Fishermen’s Alliance for Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:30 pm at 1566 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
iii. Michael’s Fine Jewelry, Inc. 579 Main Street, Friday, December 13, 2024
Grant a special one-day alcohol license to Marina Burris of Michael’s Fine Jewelry for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm at 579 Main Street, Chatham
To grant a special one-day alcohol license to Marina Burris of Michael’s Fine Jewelry for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm at 579 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license to Marina Burris of Michael’s Fine Jewelry for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm at 579 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
v. The Black Dog, 628 Main Street, Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 3:00
Grant a special one-day alcohol license to Charmane Curry of The Black Dog for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 628 Main...
To grant a special one-day alcohol license to Charmane Curry of The Black Dog for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 628 Main Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license to Charmane Curry of The Black Dog for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 628 Main Street. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
viii. If The Shoe Fits, 442 Main Street, Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 4:00
Grant a special one-day alcohol license to Ceci Hadawar of If The Shoe Fits for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm and Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm at 442...
To grant a special one-day alcohol license to Ceci Hadawar of If The Shoe Fits for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm and Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm at 442 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license to Ceci Hadawar of If The Shoe Fits for Friday, December 13, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm and Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm at 442 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
ix. Chatham Clothing Bar, 534 Main Street, Thursday, December 19, 2024
Grant a special one-day alcohol license to Emma Carroll of Chatham Clothing Bar for Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at 534 Main Street, Chatham
To grant a special one-day alcohol license to Emma Carroll of Chatham Clothing Bar for Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at 534 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license to Emma Carroll of Chatham Clothing Bar for Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at 534 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
B. Consider Sale of Goods on Town Property; Chatham Men’s Club, Friday,
Approve the sale of goods on Town property for the Chatham Men’s Club Author Night on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Chatham Community Center
To approve the sale of goods on Town property for the Chatham Men’s Club Author Night on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Chatham Community Center
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the sale of goods on Town property for the Chatham Men’s Club Author Night on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Chatham Community Center. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
C. Seasonal Shellfish Openings; Mill Creek, Taylor’s Pond, Champlain Creek, Oyster
Approve the seasonal openings for Mill Creek, Taylor’s Pond, Champlain Creek, Oyster Pond, Muddy Creek, and Buck’s Creek pending MA Division of Marine Fisheries (MADMF) notification to the...
To approve the seasonal openings for Mill Creek, Taylor’s Pond, Champlain Creek, Oyster Pond, Muddy Creek, and Buck’s Creek pending MA Division of Marine Fisheries (MADMF) notification to the harvesting of shellfish effective December 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Schell made a motion to approve the seasonal openings for Mill Creek, Taylor’s Pond, Champlain Creek, Oyster Pond, Muddy Creek, and Buck’s Creek pending MA Division of Marine Fisheries (MADMF) notification to the harvesting of shellfish effective December 1, 2024. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Schell, second: Nicastro)
D. Consider Request for Use of Town Resources on December 31, 2024 – First Night
Approve the use of Town-owned resources and services as requested for Chatham First Night activities on December 31, 2024
To approve the use of Town-owned resources and services as requested for Chatham First Night activities on December 31, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the use of Town-owned resources and services as requested for Chatham First Night activities on December 31, 2024. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
E. Encroachments on Town Property; Consider Licenses to Enter and Use Town Real
Authorize the Town Manager to approve the licenses to enter and use real property for 38 Blackberry Lane with the stipulation that there be a nominal fee of $100 per year
To authorize the Town Manager to approve the licenses to enter and use real property for 38 Blackberry Lane with the stipulation that there be a nominal fee of $100 per year
Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused).
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to approve the licenses to enter and use real property for 38 Blackberry Lane with the stipulation that there be a nominal fee of $100 per year. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
Approve the license for 37 Blackberry Lane with the understanding that the license fee would be proportionally based on the nominal fee assessed for 38 Blackberry Lane relative to the comparative...
To approve the license for 37 Blackberry Lane with the understanding that the license fee would be proportionally based on the nominal fee assessed for 38 Blackberry Lane relative to the comparative parcel size
Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused).
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the license for 37 Blackberry Lane with the understanding that the license fee would be proportionally based on the nominal fee assessed for 38 Blackberry Lane relative to the comparative parcel size. Second: Mr. Schell Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Schell)
F. Appointments
Appoint Max Lucarelli to the Aunt Lydia’s Cove Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Max Lucarelli to the Aunt Lydia’s Cove Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to appoint Max Lucarelli to the Aunt Lydia’s Cove Committee until June 30, 2027 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Davis)
G. Town Manager’s Report – October 2024 – Town Manager Jill Goldsmith
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to adjourn. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Shareen Davis: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Michael Schell: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
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