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April 14, 2026
8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Shareen Davis was absent.
Present: Dean Nicastro, Jeffrey Dykens, Stuart Smith, Cory Metters
Absent: Shareen Davis
Every vote, in order
A. March 24, 2026
Approve the minutes of March 24, 2026 as amended
To approve the minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
A. To consider, as Water and Sewer Commissioners, a request for increased sewer
Approve the request as presented (To consider, as Water and Sewer Commissioners, a request for increased sewer)
To approve the request as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to approve the request as presented. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Dykens)
A. Arbor Day 2026 Proclamation
Approve the proclamation as presented (Arbor Day 2026 Proclamation)
To approve the proclamation as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the proclamation as presented. Second: Mr. Smith Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Smith)
B. Consider Use of Town Property at 549 Main Street on December 31, 2026 from
Approve the consent calendar (Consider Use of Town Property at 549 Main Street on December 31, 2026 from)
To approve the consent calendar
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to approve the consent calendar. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: : yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
A. Consider Requests for Kickball Tournament and Block Party Supporting Pals for
Grant permission for the outdoor display of goods under section 208-24D of the general bylaws and the sale of goods on Town property under section 208-23 of the general bylaws to Amy Tagliaferri...
To grant permission for the outdoor display of goods under section 208-24D of the general bylaws and the sale of goods on Town property under section 208-23 of the general bylaws to Amy Tagliaferri of Pals for Life for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a rain date of Tuesday, May 20th, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant permission for the outdoor display of goods under section 208-24D of the general bylaws and the sale of goods on Town property under section 208-23 of the general bylaws to Amy Tagliaferri of Pals for Life for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a rain date of Tuesday, May 20th, 2026. Second: Mr. Metters Brian Phillips, Chatham, asked if there were still openings for teams to register and was told yes. The Chair called for a vote. Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
Grant a special one Day Entertainment license to Amy Tagliaferri, as a representative for Pals For Life, for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM...
To grant a special one Day Entertainment license to Amy Tagliaferri, as a representative for Pals For Life, for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a rain date of May 20th, 2026 for outdoor recorded music and announcements
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant a special one Day Entertainment license to Amy Tagliaferri, as a representative for Pals For Life, for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a rain date of May 20th, 2026 for outdoor recorded music and announcements. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
Grant a special one day alcohol license for all alcoholic beverages to Amy Tagliaferri. As a representative of pals for life for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6, 2026,...
To grant a special one day alcohol license for all alcoholic beverages to Amy Tagliaferri. As a representative of pals for life for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 12 noon to 5:00 PM with a rain date of Tuesday, May 20th, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens made a motion to grant a special one day alcohol license for all alcoholic beverages to Amy Tagliaferri. As a representative of pals for life for a fundraising event at Volunteer Park on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 12 noon to 5:00 PM with a rain date of Tuesday, May 20th, 2026. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Metters)
VIII. Executive Session – MGL Chapter 30A, section 21 (6) – To consider the purchase,
Enter executive session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, section 21 (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property (231 Crowell Road & 243 Crowell Road) if the Chair declares...
To enter executive session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, section 21 (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property (231 Crowell Road & 243 Crowell Road) if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiation position of the governmental body with NO RETURN to Open Session
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to enter executive session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, section 21 (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property (231 Crowell Road & 243 Crowell Road) if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiation position of the governmental body with NO RETURN to Open Session. Second: Mr. Dykens Roll Call Jeffrey Dykens: yes Cory Metters: yes Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Dykens)
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