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March 10, 2026
24 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Dean Nicastro, Jeffrey Dykens, Stuart Smith, Shareen Davis, Cory Metters
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused) for at least one item (“Ms. Davis recused herself and stepped away from the dais at 6:12 pm.”).
Every vote, in order
A. February 17, 2026
Approve the minutes of February 17, 2026 as amended
To approve the minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Davis)
B. February 25, 2026
Approve the minutes of February 25, 2026 as amended
To approve the minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Davis)
Accept the additional amendments to the minutes of February 17, 2026
To accept the additional amendments to the minutes of February 17, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to accept the additional amendments to the minutes of February 17, 2026. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Davis)
A. To consider a petition from Verizon New England, Inc. to install a stub pole
Approve the petition as presented (To consider a petition from Verizon New England, Inc. to install a stub pole)
To approve the petition as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the petition as presented. Second: Mr. Smith Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Smith)
B. To consider a petition from Verizon New England, Inc. to install one (1) new pole
Continue the hearing to March 24, 2026
To continue the hearing to March 24, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to continue the hearing to March 24, 2026. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
C. To consider a request from the Animal Control Officer, Diane Byers, pursuant to
Reimburse Jade Schyler, as per the bylaw, in the amount of $530.83, to be paid by the Town
To reimburse Jade Schyler, as per the bylaw, in the amount of $530.83, to be paid by the Town
Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused).
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to reimburse Jade Schyler, as per the bylaw, in the amount of $530.83, to be paid by the Town. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
Declare the Nickerson dog a “nuisance dog” and that the remedial actions include the construction of a dog run, eight feet by twelve feet or larger, six feet in height, dig-proof, and provide a...
To declare the Nickerson dog a “nuisance dog” and that the remedial actions include the construction of a dog run, eight feet by twelve feet or larger, six feet in height, dig-proof, and provide a shelter from the weather to be constructed on the Nickerson property within 30 days of notice
Shareen Davis stepped aside (recused).
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to declare the Nickerson dog a “nuisance dog” and that the remedial actions include the construction of a dog run, eight feet by twelve feet or larger, six feet in height, dig-proof, and provide a shelter from the weather to be constructed on the Nickerson property within 30 days of notice. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
A. Consider Special One-Day Alcohol Licenses and Entertainment Licenses; Chatham
Grant a special one-day alcohol license for all alcoholic beverages to Kristina Koskores of the Chatham Historical Society, Inc for the following: • July 10, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347...
To grant a special one-day alcohol license for all alcoholic beverages to Kristina Koskores of the Chatham Historical Society, Inc for the following: • July 10, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road • August 4, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road • August 6, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license for all alcoholic beverages to Kristina Koskores of the Chatham Historical Society, Inc for the following: • July 10, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road • August 4, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road • August 6, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
Grant a special one-day entertainment licenses to Kristina Koskores of the Chatham Historical Society, Inc. for the following: • June 25, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 650 Main Street, Chatham...
To grant a special one-day entertainment licenses to Kristina Koskores of the Chatham Historical Society, Inc. for the following: • June 25, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 650 Main Street, Chatham for amplified live music • July 9, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for amplified live music • July 10, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for amplified live music • July 16, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 650 Main Street, Chatham for amplified live music • August 4, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for outdoor, amplified live music • August 6, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for outdoor, amplified, live music • August 27, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for live amplified music
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to grant a special one-day entertainment licenses to Kristina Koskores of the Chatham Historical Society, Inc. for the following: • June 25, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 650 Main Street, Chatham for amplified live music • July 9, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for amplified live music • July 10, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for amplified live music • July 16, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at 650 Main Street, Chatham for amplified live music • August 4, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for outdoor, amplified live music • August 6, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for outdoor, amplified, live music • August 27, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham for live amplified music Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
B. Consider, as Water and Sewer Commissioners, Proposed Grinder Pump
That the Select Board, acting as Chatham’s Water and Sewer Commissioners, vote to approve the amendments, both as presented and discussed in the meeting, to the Town Sewer Rules and Regulations as...
That the Select Board, acting as Chatham’s Water and Sewer Commissioners, vote to approve the amendments, both as presented and discussed in the meeting, to the Town Sewer Rules and Regulations as recommended by the Water and Sewer Advisory Committee, DPW Director, and Town Counsel
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion that the Select Board, acting as Chatham’s Water and Sewer Commissioners, vote to approve the amendments, both as presented and discussed in the meeting, to the Town Sewer Rules and Regulations as recommended by the Water and Sewer Advisory Committee, DPW Director, and Town Counsel. Second: Mr. Smith Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Smith)
i. Implementation of Residential Tax Exemption: Delay (Article submitted
Place the draft article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant
To place the draft article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to place the draft article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
Recommend the article (Implementation of Residential Tax Exemption: Delay (Article submitted)
To recommend the article
Yes: Metters, NicastroNo: Davis, Dykens, Smith
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to recommend the article. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Shareen Davis: no Jeffrey Dykens: no Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: no Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)
ii. Chatham Municipal Airport Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2026 Capital
Place the article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant (Chatham Municipal Airport Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2026 Capital)
To place the article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to place the article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
Recommend the article (Chatham Municipal Airport Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2026 Capital)
To recommend the article
Yes: Dykens, Metters, NicastroNo: SmithAbstained: Davis
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to recommend the article. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Shareen Davis: abstain Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: no Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
iii. Home Rule Petition to Allow Year-Round Housing Occupancy Restrictions
Place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant
To place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
Recommend the article (Home Rule Petition to Allow Year-Round Housing Occupancy Restrictions)
To recommend the article
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to recommend the article. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
v. Appropriation from the Attainable Housing Special Revenue Fund;
Place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant
To place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
Recommend the article (Appropriation from the Attainable Housing Special Revenue Fund)
To recommend the article
From the minutes
“Ms. Davis made a motion to recommend the article. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Davis, second: Dykens)
vi. Appropriation from the Attainable Housing Special Revenue Fund; Lease-
Place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant
To place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to place the article on the 2026 Annual Town meeting warrant. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
Recommend the article (Appropriation from the Attainable Housing Special Revenue Fund; Lease-)
To recommend the article
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to recommend the article. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Davis)
vii. Cape Cod Regional Technical High School FY2027 Operating
Place the article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant (Cape Cod Regional Technical High School FY2027 Operating)
To place the article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to place the article on the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
Recommend the article (Cape Cod Regional Technical High School FY2027 Operating)
To recommend the article
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to recommend the article. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
D. Consider Release and Approval of Executive Session Minutes
Approve and release the executive session minutes as amended for January 13, 2026 and February 17, 2026
To approve and release the executive session minutes as amended for January 13, 2026 and February 17, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to approve and release the executive session minutes as amended for January 13, 2026 and February 17, 2026. Second: Ms. Davis Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Davis)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to adjourn. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Shareen Davis: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
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