February 4, 2025

“Ms. Larsen moved to approve hire of consultant for $50K for 275 hours. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. Mr. Maida said but we still need to dig deeper to resolve the problem so we are not in this situation again. Chairperson Malkin said we need to look at the recommendation we got 2 years ago and make the changes to our organizational process. We need to get to one answer on operational questions. Chairperson Malkin asked for any public comments. Adam Petkus said D. Barnes has done a great job with her outside of Treasurer role as the benefits administrator. D. Barnes explained her role as payroll administrator. Chairperson Malkin stressed the importance of enforcing process. With no further comments Chairperson called for vote. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Public Bathroom at Library – Warrant article for locks, camera and door: Ms. La.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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“Ms. Larsen moved to proceed. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes MS Bike event: Mr. Carroll said the National Multiple Sclerosis Society event i.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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“Ms. Larsen moved to approve provided it is run as always. Chairperson Malkin said with condition police chief approves and has no concerns. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. Mr. Petkus spoke about the one-day permit and asked if that is what is being approved. Mr. Carroll said this is a road use permit. Mr. Carroll said we have never had a one-day permit but should probably have that discussion as it ties into your zoning enforcement. Chairperson called for a vote, SO VOTED: 3 Ayes 2 Appointment of Community Preservation Committee (CPC) At-large committee memb.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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“Mr. Maida moved to appoint Ms. Cullen-Laux as the At-large member on the CPC. Ms. Larsen seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Verizon Wireless – request to install a second distribute antenna system for ce.” (Motion: Maida, second: Larsen)

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“Ms. Larsen moved to accept recommendation of Grade level G. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Superintendent Advertising: Mr. Carroll said he has been working with Jeffrey M.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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“Ms. Larsen moved to advertise as proposed. Mr. Maida seconded. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes 3 MOU- UICOA (Up Island Council on Aging): Ms. Larsen asked for Town Administra.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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“Mr. Maida moved to approve the MOU. Ms. Larsen seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Public Works Building- Middle Line Road: Mr. Carroll referred to the site plan.” (Motion: Maida, second: Larsen)

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“Mr. Maida moved to allow Mr. Lilienthal to remain 103 on waitlist. Ms. Larsen seconded the motion. SO VOTED 3 Ayes 4 Harbor Continued… Harbormaster Rossi said Cynthia Oaks lives in London Englan.” (Motion: Maida, second: Larsen)

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“Mr. Maida moved to accept hardship request and to renew mooring permit. Ms. Larsen seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Fire Chief: a. notice on intent to negotiate new contract b. Update from Fire C.” (Motion: Maida, second: Larsen)

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“Mr. Maida moved to send Fire Chief notice of Select Boards intention to renegotiate contract. Ms. Larsen seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Mr. Malkin said someone needs to be assigned to negotiations. Jeffrey Maida agr.” (Motion: Maida, second: Larsen)

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“Ms. Larsen moved that Select Board vote to affirm the following:  Town of Chilmark wants a lease with Friends of the Chilmark Preschool and wants the Preschool.  The terms of the RFP and the Lease must be honored.  Having a summer program for preschool ages Town is entering an agreement to lease with Preschool. Chairperson Malkin said willing to support this affirmation. Mr. Maida said we need to have everything in writing before moving forward for ground breaking. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes 5 Preschool Continued… Mr. Petkus said ground breaking is not imminent, there n.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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“Mr. Maida move to vote in support of the Municipal Empowerment Act. Ms. Larsen seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Zoning memo: Mr. Petkus said he and Matt Poole got together and we have incorpo.” (Motion: Maida, second: Larsen)

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“Ms. Larsen moved to endorse this memo: As the Zoning Enforcement Officer for the Town of Chilmark, I am formally asking for your support in my efforts to uphold the Town’s Zoning Regulations as it pertains to Pre-Existing/Non- Conforming Businesses uses operating on private residential land, public land or any land and/or buildings currently recognized by the town as the location of a non-conforming use and any … property without the issuance of a special permit under the Town’s Zoning By-Laws Section 4.2A § 2. Home Occupation. It is my determination that any expansion or change of use of a pre- existing/non-conforming commercial use shall not be allowed without written approval of the Select Board. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Town Admin: Mr. Carroll talked about the schedule for the next Select Board and.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)

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