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March 16, 2021
28 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Finance Committee. Only the Select Board's own votes are included.
Present: Chris Flanagan, John Terrio, Chris Lambton, Sheryl McMahon, Paul McCormick
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- John Terrio left the meeting at 8:43pm.
- John Terrio stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
- Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive session under M.G.L. Ch. 30A §21A Reason #3: To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with Non-Union personnel including Robert Brown as an open meeting...
To enter into Executive session under M.G.L. Ch. 30A §21A Reason #3: To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with Non-Union personnel including Robert Brown as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the Chair so declared
Yes: Flanagan, Lambton, McCormick, TerrioThe roll call does not list Sheryl McMahon, who was on the attendance line; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to enter into Executive session under M.G.L. Ch. 30A §21A Reason #3: To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with Non-Union personnel including Robert Brown as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the Chair so declared; Mr. Terrio seconded. Ms. McMahon noted that she would not be participating in the Executive Session due to not receiving the materials with sufficient time to review them. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Place and support transfer to care and custody of the Conservation Commission
To place and support transfer to care and custody of the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to place and support transfer to care and custody of the Conservation Commission; Mr. Terrio seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McMahon, second: Terrio)
Place and support the article and transfer the land to the care and custody of the Conservation Commission
To place and support the article and transfer the land to the care and custody of the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to place and support the article and transfer the land to the care and custody of the Conservation Commission; Mr. Terrio seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McMahon, second: Terrio)
Place and support option 1 to increase the quota from 3 to 8
To place and support option 1 to increase the quota from 3 to 8
Yes: Flanagan, McCormick, McMahonNo: Lambton, Terrio
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to place and support option 1 to increase the quota from 3 to 8; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "no", Ms. Terrio "no", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Lambton)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
Yes: Flanagan, Lambton, McCormick, TerrioAbstained: McMahon
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to close the public hearing; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "abstain" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Lambton)
Place and support the article
To place and support the article
From the minutes
“Mr. Lambton moved to place and support the article; Mr. McCormick seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: Lambton, second: McCormick)
To place and support the article
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to place and support the article; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Lambton)
To place and support the article
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to place and support the article; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Lambton)
To place and support the article
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to place and support the article; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Lambton)
To place and support the article
From the minutes
“Mr. Lambton moved to place and support the article; Mr. Terrio seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: Lambton, second: Terrio)
To place and support the article
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to place and support the article; Mr. McMahon seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: McMahon)
The question
The question
The roll call lists a member twice. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved the question; Ms. McMahon seconded. The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "aye", Ms. Terrio "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye". 5-0-0 The Board voted: Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Lambton "no", Ms. Terrio "no", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Flanagan "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: McMahon)
Renew the Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Licenses for Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Ebb Tide Restaurant, Joey's Pizzeria, Kream N' Kone, Royal Pizza, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea...
To renew the Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Licenses for Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Ebb Tide Restaurant, Joey's Pizzeria, Kream N' Kone, Royal Pizza, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea View, South Side Cantina, South St Depot, Summer Shanty Inc., Swan River Restaurant, Wee Packet, West Dennis Sand Bar and Wooden Shoe Restaurant until November 30, 2021
John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flanagan moved to renew the Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Licenses for Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Ebb Tide Restaurant, Joey's Pizzeria, Kream N' Kone, Royal Pizza, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea View, South Side Cantina, South St Depot, Summer Shanty Inc., Swan River Restaurant, Wee Packet, West Dennis Sand Bar and Wooden Shoe Restaurant until November 30, 2021; Ms. McMahon seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McMahon)
Renew the Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store Licenses for Dennis Food & Package Store, Dennis Public Market, Northside Liquors and Paradise Liquors until November 30, 2021
To renew the Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store Licenses for Dennis Food & Package Store, Dennis Public Market, Northside Liquors and Paradise Liquors until November 30, 2021
John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to renew the Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store Licenses for Dennis Food & Package Store, Dennis Public Market, Northside Liquors and Paradise Liquors until November 30, 2021; Mr. Flanagan seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McMahon, second: Flanagan)
Renew the Seasonal Innholder License for the Deep End Café, Gina's By the Sea and Lighthouse Inn until November 30, 2021; Mr. Flanagan
To renew the Seasonal Innholder License for the Deep End Café, Gina's By the Sea and Lighthouse Inn until November 30, 2021; Mr. Flanagan
The minutes do not name a seconder. John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to renew the Seasonal Innholder License for the Deep End Café, Gina's By the Sea and Lighthouse Inn until November 30, 2021; Mr. Flanagan. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McMahon)
Renew the Seasonal Club License for the Dennis Yacht Club until November 30, 2021
To renew the Seasonal Club License for the Dennis Yacht Club until November 30, 2021
John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flanagan moved to renew the Seasonal Club License for the Dennis Yacht Club until November 30, 2021; Ms. McMahon seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McMahon)
Renew the Seasonal Wine & Malt On-Premise Licenses for Cape Playhouse, The Dog House Restaurant, Knock Out Pizza, Original Seafood Restaurant, Paradise Pizza and Showtime Pizza until November 30, 2021
To renew the Seasonal Wine & Malt On-Premise Licenses for Cape Playhouse, The Dog House Restaurant, Knock Out Pizza, Original Seafood Restaurant, Paradise Pizza and Showtime Pizza until November 30, 2021
John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flanagan moved to renew the Seasonal Wine & Malt On-Premise Licenses for Cape Playhouse, The Dog House Restaurant, Knock Out Pizza, Original Seafood Restaurant, Paradise Pizza and Showtime Pizza until November 30, 2021, Ms. McMahon seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McMahon)
Renew the Seasonal Package Store Wine & Malt Licenses for Bandera's Market & Deli and One Stop until November 30, 2021
To renew the Seasonal Package Store Wine & Malt Licenses for Bandera's Market & Deli and One Stop until November 30, 2021
John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to renew the Seasonal Package Store Wine & Malt Licenses for Bandera's Market & Deli and One Stop until November 30, 2021; Mr. Flanagan seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McMahon, second: Flanagan)
Have a hearing to amend the license
To have a hearing to amend the license
Yes: Flanagan, McMahonNo: LambtonJohn Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to have a hearing to amend the license; Mr. Flanagan seconded. Mr. Lambton assured everyone we take this seriously. Fire, Police, Building, Health and Tax sign off. The police records of calls to Chapin's show there was only one noise complaint. A licensing hearing in large part would be investigated by the Police Department. Mr. Flanagan shared that he lives down by Wolfies' bakery. When this was approved he was trying to support businesses. There was no way of knowing if things will change this summer and this is a way to provide safe entertainment. He encouraged Ms. Lorden to call the police when threatened or people were trespassing on their property. Tonight, was procedural they would need to hold a hearing not to renew the license. Mr. Lambton suggested setting up a meeting with licensees to communicate the concerns. Ms. McMahon pointed out that there was communication from Attorney Corbo. The Board may base action on complaints from neighbors. They had an obligation as the licensing board to hold hearing. Mr. Lambton felt there was not enough to warrant a show cause hearing. He was concerned with affecting Chapin's ability to conduct business. Mr. Flanagan felt a show cause indicated there was a wrong doing. This is more concerns. Ms. McMahon stated this deserves more due process and Mr. Mullen deserves a chance to speak on this. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye" and Mr. Lambton "no".” (Motion: McMahon, second: Flanagan)
Renew the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment Licenses for Campers Haven, Cape Playhouse, Cartwheels, Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Deep End Café, Dennis Yacht Club, Holiday Hill...
Move to renew the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment Licenses for Campers Haven, Cape Playhouse, Cartwheels, Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Deep End Café, Dennis Yacht Club, Holiday Hill Mini-Golf, Holiday Hill Amusements, Knock Out Pizza, Lighthouse Inn, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea View, Sesuit Harbor Café, South Side Cantina, South St Depot, Summer Shanty Inc., Sundae School Ice Cream Dennis Select Board & Finance Committee Parlor, Swan River Restaurant, West Dennis Sand Bar and Wooden Shoe Restaurant until November 30, 2021
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted. John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flanagan moved move to renew the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment Licenses for Campers Haven, Cape Playhouse, Cartwheels, Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Deep End Café, Dennis Yacht Club, Holiday Hill Mini-Golf, Holiday Hill Amusements, Knock Out Pizza, Lighthouse Inn, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea View, Sesuit Harbor Café, South Side Cantina, South St Depot, Summer Shanty Inc., Sundae School Ice Cream Dennis Select Board & Finance Committee Parlor, Swan River Restaurant, West Dennis Sand Bar and Wooden Shoe Restaurant until November 30, 2021; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: Lambton)
Renew the Seasonal Sunday Entertainment Licenses for Campers Haven, Cape Playhouse, Cartwheels, Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Deep End Café, Dennis Yacht Club, Holiday Hill Mini-Golf,...
To renew the Seasonal Sunday Entertainment Licenses for Campers Haven, Cape Playhouse, Cartwheels, Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Deep End Café, Dennis Yacht Club, Holiday Hill Mini-Golf, Holiday Hill Amusements, Knock Out Pizza, Lighthouse Inn, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea View, Sesuit Harbor Café, South Side Cantina, South St Depot, Summer Shanty Inc., Sundae School Ice Cream Parlor and West Dennis Sand Bar until November 30, 2021
Yes: Flanagan, LambtonNo: McMahonJohn Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flanagan moved to renew the Seasonal Sunday Entertainment Licenses for Campers Haven, Cape Playhouse, Cartwheels, Chapin's Bayside, Chapin's Fish and Chips, Deep End Café, Dennis Yacht Club, Holiday Hill Mini-Golf, Holiday Hill Amusements, Knock Out Pizza, Lighthouse Inn, Sailing Cow Deli & Café, The Sea View, Sesuit Harbor Café, South Side Cantina, South St Depot, Summer Shanty Inc., Sundae School Ice Cream Parlor and West Dennis Sand Bar until November 30, 2021; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "no" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Flanagan, second: Lambton)
Approved the contract
To approved the contract
From the minutes
“Mr. Terrio moved to approved the contract; Mr. McCormick seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Accept the new name
To accept the new name
From the minutes
“Mr. Terrio moved to accept the new name; Mr. McCormick seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Begin the process to remove the unsafe structure
To begin the process to remove the unsafe structure
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved to begin the process to remove the unsafe structure; Mr. Terrio seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Adopt the rules as amended and leave it to the department mangers to organize them
To adopt the rules as amended and leave it to the department mangers to organize them
John Terrio had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to adopt the rules as amended and leave it to the department mangers to organize them; Mr. McCormick seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McMahon, second: McCormick)
Issue the proclamation
To issue the proclamation
From the minutes
“Ms. McMahon moved to issue the proclamation; Mr. Lambton seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McMahon, second: Lambton)
Approved the reserve fund Transfer
To approved the reserve fund Transfer
From the minutes
“Mr. Lambton moved to approved the reserve fund Transfer; Mr. Terrio seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: Lambton, second: Terrio)
At 9:43pm to enter into executive session and not to return to public session under M.G.L. Ch. 30A §21A Reason #6: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as the chair...
At 9:43pm to enter into executive session and not to return to public session under M.G.L. Ch. 30A §21A Reason #6: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body
From the minutes
“Mr. McCormick moved at 9:43pm to enter into executive session and not to return to public session under M.G.L. Ch. 30A §21A Reason #6: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body; Mr. Terrio seconded. The Board voted: Mr. Flanagan "aye", Ms. McMahon "aye", Mr. McCormick "aye", Mr. Terrio "aye" and Mr. Lambton "aye".” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
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