MassVoter.com← Chatham Select BoardChatham Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
July 28, 2026
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Jeffrey Dykens, Cory Metters, Randi Potash, Dean Nicastro, Stuart Smith
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A. July 14, 2026
Approve the minutes of July 14, 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. Potash Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Potash)
A. Consider placement of the following: Two (2) Thickly Settled/30 MPH signs on
Approve the placement of two (2) Thickly Settled/30 MPH signs on Ridgevale Road and two (2) W1-4R Curve Cautionary signs with a supplemental 25 MPH advisory speed plaque attached
To approve the placement of two (2) Thickly Settled/30 MPH signs on Ridgevale Road and two (2) W1-4R Curve Cautionary signs with a supplemental 25 MPH advisory speed plaque attached
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the placement of two (2) Thickly Settled/30 MPH signs on Ridgevale Road and two (2) W1-4R Curve Cautionary signs with a supplemental 25 MPH advisory speed plaque attached. Second: Ms. Potash Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Potash)
H. Doherty into the record. Mr. Doherty was opposed to granting the license.
Approve a new seasonal all-alcoholic beverages restaurant license to This is my Jam LLC d/b/a Hey Joe and Jam, Andrea Towey Manager for the business located at 16 Seaquanset Road, Chatham
To approve a new seasonal all-alcoholic beverages restaurant license to This is my Jam LLC d/b/a Hey Joe and Jam, Andrea Towey Manager for the business located at 16 Seaquanset Road, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Smith made a motion to approve a new seasonal all-alcoholic beverages restaurant license to This is my Jam LLC d/b/a Hey Joe and Jam, Andrea Towey Manager for the business located at 16 Seaquanset Road, Chatham Second: Ms. Potash Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Smith, second: Potash)
F. Appointments
Approve the consent agenda as presented (Appointments)
To approve the consent agenda as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Second: Ms. Potash Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Potash)
A. Consider Special One-Day Alcohol License; Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra for 4:00
Grant a special one-day alcohol license to Sherrie Bush of the Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra on August 30, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 625 Main Street, Chatham
To grant a special one-day alcohol license to Sherrie Bush of the Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra on August 30, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 625 Main Street, Chatham
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to grant a special one-day alcohol license to Sherrie Bush of the Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra on August 30, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 625 Main Street, Chatham. Second: Mr. Metters Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Metters)
B. Consider Committee Appointments; Cultural Council
Appoint Marie Cunningham as a member of the Cultural Council until June 30, 2028 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Marie Cunningham as a member of the Cultural Council until June 30, 2028 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to appoint Marie Cunningham as a member of the Cultural Council until June 30, 2028 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Ms. Potash Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Potash)
Appoint Alex Capo as a member of the Cultural Council until June 30, 2028 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
To appoint Alex Capo as a member of the Cultural Council until June 30, 2028 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to appoint Alex Capo as a member of the Cultural Council until June 30, 2028 unless sooner revoked or a successor is appointed. Second: Ms. Potash Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Potash)
C. Consider Appointment of Chatham Citizen Advisory Representative to the
Nominate Vice Chair Cory Metters as the alternate Select Board member to the Monomoy Regional Agreement Working Group
Nominate Vice Chair Cory Metters as the alternate Select Board member to the Monomoy Regional Agreement Working Group
Yes: Dykens, Nicastro, Potash, SmithAbstained: Metters
From the minutes
“Mr. Dykens nominated Vice Chair Cory Metters as the alternate Select Board member to the Monomoy Regional Agreement Working Group. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: abstain Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Dykens, second: Nicastro)
D. Sign State Primary Election Warrant
Sign the State Primary Election Warrant in black ink and return to the Town Clerk for posting by a Constable
To sign the State Primary Election Warrant in black ink and return to the Town Clerk for posting by a Constable
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to sign the State Primary Election Warrant in black ink and return to the Town Clerk for posting by a Constable. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)
G. Discussion on Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Community Engagement
That the Town Manager engage with such a plan to find a facilitator for community forums and return to the Board with a plan of action
That the Town Manager engage with such a plan to find a facilitator for community forums and return to the Board with a plan of action
From the minutes
“Mr. Smith made a motion that the Town Manager engage with such a plan to find a facilitator for community forums and return to the Board with a plan of action. Second: Ms. Potash Stephen Buckley, West Chatham, spoke in favor of a forum to discuss items such as noise study. He asked that the Board table the motion and reach out to the FAA Community Engagement officer to see if they have any additional suggestions before moving forward with a Town-led community forum. Chair Dykens called for a vote on the motion made and seconded. Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeff Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Smith, second: Potash)
K. Consider Extension of Select Board Summer Meeting Schedule (Select Board
Continue the bi-weekly summer schedule through October 13, 2026 and to start meeting at 4:30 pm beginning on October 13, 2026 with an additional separate Tuesday night meeting for interviews
To continue the bi-weekly summer schedule through October 13, 2026 and to start meeting at 4:30 pm beginning on October 13, 2026 with an additional separate Tuesday night meeting for interviews
From the minutes
“Mr. Nicastro made a motion to continue the bi-weekly summer schedule through October 13, 2026 and to start meeting at 4:30 pm beginning on October 13, 2026 with an additional separate Tuesday night meeting for interviews. Second: Ms. Potash Elaine Gibbs, Chatham, spoke in opposition to a bi-weekly schedule, stating her opinion that weekly meetings allow for shorter agendas and more public participation. Brian Phillips, Chatham, spoke in opposition regarding moving to a bi-weekly meeting and starting at 4:30 pm, citing work schedules as a possible issue for those wishing to attend a meeting. The Chair called the motion to a vote. Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Nicastro, second: Potash)
L. Town Manager’s Monthly Report – June 2026
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Metters made a motion to adjourn. Second: Mr. Nicastro Roll Call Stuart Smith: yes Dean Nicastro: yes Randi Potash: yes Cory Metters: yes Jeffrey Dykens: yes.” (Motion: Metters, second: Nicastro)
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