MassVoter.com← Dennis Select BoardDennis Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
January 10, 2023
25 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Chris Lambton, John Terrio, Paul McCormick, Jim Plath, Chris Flanagan
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Chris Lambton stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
Every vote, in order
Appoint Robert Kelley to the Waterways Commission as a full member to fill a term to expire on March 31, 2024
To appoint Robert Kelley to the Waterways Commission as a full member to fill a term to expire on March 31, 2024. The Board voted 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Chris Flanagan made a motion, John Terrio seconded and the Board voted unanimously to appoint Robert Kelley to the Waterways Commission as a full member to fill a term to expire on March 31, 2024. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: Terrio)
Appoint Daniel Popovich to the Waterways Commission as a full-time member to expire on March 31, 2023
To appoint Daniel Popovich to the Waterways Commission as a full-time member to expire on March 31, 2023. The Board voted 5-0-0
From the minutes
“John Terrio made a motion, Jim Plath seconded and the Board voted unanimously to appoint Daniel Popovich to the Waterways Commission as a full-time member to expire on March 31, 2023. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Plath)
Appoint Heather Peters to the Waterways Commission as an alternate member for a term to expire on March 31, 2024
To appoint Heather Peters to the Waterways Commission as an alternate member for a term to expire on March 31, 2024. The Board voted 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Jim Plath made a motion, Chris Flanagan seconded, and the Board voted unanimously to appoint Heather Peters to the Waterways Commission as an alternate member for a term to expire on March 31, 2024. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Flanagan)
Appoint Nathaniel Olsen to the Waterways Commission as an alternate member for a term to expire on March 31, 2024
To appoint Nathaniel Olsen to the Waterways Commission as an alternate member for a term to expire on March 31, 2024. The Board voted 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick made a motion, Chris Flanagan seconded, and the Board voted unanimously to appoint Nathaniel Olsen to the Waterways Commission as an alternate member for a term to expire on March 31, 2024. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Flanagan)
Amend the Beach Management Advisory Committee Charge
To amend the Beach Management Advisory Committee Charge. The Board voted 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Chris Flanagan made a motion, Paul McCormick seconded, and the Board voted unanimously to amend the Beach Management Advisory Committee Charge. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McCormick)
Amend the Solid Waste & Recycling Committee Charge
To amend the Solid Waste & Recycling Committee Charge. The Board voted 5-0-0
From the minutes
“John Terrio made a motion, Paul McCormick seconded, and the Board voted unanimously to amend the Solid Waste & Recycling Committee Charge. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Approve the additional budgetary needs of $407,588.00
Approve the additional budgetary needs of $407,588.00
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton made a motion to approve the additional budgetary needs of $407,588.00, John Terrio seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Terrio)
Approve the bottom line budget to send to Finance Committee of and $44,777,962.00. and
Approve the bottom line budget to send to Finance Committee of and $44,777,962.00. and
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick made a motion to approve the bottom line budget to send to Finance Committee of and $44,777,962.00. and Chris Flanagan seconded, and the Board voted unanimously. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Flanagan)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
Chris Lambton stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to close the hearing, Chris Flanagan seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 4-0-0. (Lambton recused).” (Motion: McCormick, second: Flanagan)
Authorize the Department of Natural Resources to pursue the required approvals from the Division of Marine Fisheries for Shellfish Grant Holders who wish to overwinter their shellfish at Sesuit...
Authorize the Department of Natural Resources to pursue the required approvals from the Division of Marine Fisheries for Shellfish Grant Holders who wish to overwinter their shellfish at Sesuit Harbor and for the Town of Dennis to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with each Grant Holder
The roll call lists a member twice. Showing the count only. Chris Lambton stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick made a motion to authorize the Department of Natural Resources to pursue the required approvals from the Division of Marine Fisheries for Shellfish Grant Holders who wish to overwinter their shellfish at Sesuit Harbor and for the Town of Dennis to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with each Grant Holder. James Plath seconded. Paul McCormick aye, James Plath aye, John Terrio aye, Chris Flanagan abstained. The Board voted 3-0-1 (Flanagan abstained.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Chris Flanagan moved to close the hearing, Paul McCormick seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McCormick)
Approve the transfer of the Annual Package Store Wine and Malt Liquor License, currently held by SHC, Inc., Andrew Crosby d/b/a Dennis Public Market to Harsh Patel, DPM Retail, Inc. d/b/a Dennis...
To approve the transfer of the Annual Package Store Wine and Malt Liquor License, currently held by SHC, Inc., Andrew Crosby d/b/a Dennis Public Market to Harsh Patel, DPM Retail, Inc. d/b/a Dennis Public Market
From the minutes
“James Plath moved to approve the transfer of the Annual Package Store Wine and Malt Liquor License, currently held by SHC, Inc., Andrew Crosby d/b/a Dennis Public Market to Harsh Patel, DPM Retail, Inc. d/b/a Dennis Public Market, Chris Flanagan seconded the motion and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Flanagan)
Approve the transfer of the Seasonal Package Store All Alcohol License, currently held by currently held by SHC, Inc., Andrew Crosby d/b/a Dennis Public Market to Harsh Patel, DPM Retail, Inc....
To approve the transfer of the Seasonal Package Store All Alcohol License, currently held by currently held by SHC, Inc., Andrew Crosby d/b/a Dennis Public Market to Harsh Patel, DPM Retail, Inc. d/b/a Dennis Public Market
From the minutes
“James Plath voted to approve the transfer of the Seasonal Package Store All Alcohol License, currently held by currently held by SHC, Inc., Andrew Crosby d/b/a Dennis Public Market to Harsh Patel, DPM Retail, Inc. d/b/a Dennis Public Market, John Terrio seconded the motion and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Appoint Officer Richard Corbin as Police Officer with full police powers pursuant to MGL41-97A, beginning January 12, 2023 for a term to expire on December 31, 2023; the appointment is subject to...
To appoint Officer Richard Corbin as Police Officer with full police powers pursuant to MGL41-97A, beginning January 12, 2023 for a term to expire on December 31, 2023; the appointment is subject to successfully completing his probationary period through January 11, 2023
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick voted to appoint Officer Richard Corbin as Police Officer with full police powers pursuant to MGL41-97A, beginning January 12, 2023 for a term to expire on December 31, 2023; the appointment is subject to successfully completing his probationary period through January 11, 2023. Chis Flanagan seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Flanagan)
Appoint Richard Corbin as a Licensing Board agent, beginning January 12, 2023, for a term to expire on March 31, 2024; the appointment is subject to successfully completing his probationary period...
To appoint Richard Corbin as a Licensing Board agent, beginning January 12, 2023, for a term to expire on March 31, 2024; the appointment is subject to successfully completing his probationary period through January 11, 2023
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick voted to appoint Richard Corbin as a Licensing Board agent, beginning January 12, 2023, for a term to expire on March 31, 2024; the appointment is subject to successfully completing his probationary period through January 11, 2023. Chris Flanagan seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Flanagan)
Vote to forgive the Housing Rehab Loan issued to Kimberly Moran in 2017 for a property located at 9 Crowell Road
To vote to forgive the Housing Rehab Loan issued to Kimberly Moran in 2017 for a property located at 9 Crowell Road
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to vote to forgive the Housing Rehab Loan issued to Kimberly Moran in 2017 for a property located at 9 Crowell Road, John Terrio seconded and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Not opt-out of vote by mail and not opt-in for early voting as recommended by the Board of Registrars
Not opt-out of vote by mail and not opt-in for early voting as recommended by the Board of Registrars
From the minutes
“James Plath made a motion to not opt-out of vote by mail and not opt-in for early voting as recommended by the Board of Registrars, Paul McCormick seconded, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: McCormick)
Move forward with the Community Preservation Act grant agreement as provided by Town Counsel, and
The Board vote to move forward with the Community Preservation Act grant agreement as provided by Town Counsel, and
From the minutes
“James Plath moved that the Board vote to move forward with the Community Preservation Act grant agreement as provided by Town Counsel, and Paul McCormick seconded. Chris Lambton opened the floor to discussion. Chris Foley, Chair of the Community Preservation Committee approached the podium. He told the Board that Counsel's directive to remove CPC oversight from the contract is conflicting, as the Select Board has appointed CPC to review all expenditures for similar grants in the past. He encouraged the Board to sign the agreement that the CPC and Affordable Housing Trust have proposed, and not the contract drafted by Town Counsel. Henry Kelly, East Dennis, approached the Board. He reiterated Mr. Foleys sentiments and urged the Board to sign the thoroughly vetted CPC contract. James Plath asked Mr. Kelly if he finds it acceptable for the Board to sign the counsel drafted contract with an amendment to grant the CPC monetary oversight, to expediate the release of funds. Mr. Kelly noted he was unsure. Chris Lambton stated the contract should be a coordinated effort between the Select Board and the CPC to ensure funds are used appropriately, and therefore the Board should sign the contract that allows for CPC oversight. Chris Flanagan emphasized the CPC vetting is vigorous and agreed the CPC version should be signed. James Plath disagreed and urged the Board to follow Town Counsels advice. Chris Lambton asked the Board who was in favor of signing the Contract as Town Counsel. Plath aye, McCormick aye, Terrio aye, Lambton aye, Flanagan aye.” (Motion: Plath, second: McCormick)
Vote to sign the original contract
Vote to sign the original contract
Yes: Flanagan, Lambton, McCormick, TerrioNo: Plath
From the minutes
“Chris Flanagan made a motion to vote to sign the original contract, Paul McCormick seconded. Paul McCormick aye, John Terrio aye, Chris Lambton aye, Chris Flanagan aye, Jim Plath nay. The Board voted 4-1-0.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McCormick)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick made a motion, Chris Flanagan seconded, and the Board voted in unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Flanagan)
Increase the fee for the acceptance of mattresses and box springs from $20 (residential) and $28 (commercial) to $30 (residential) and $50 (commercial), and to increase the fee for acceptance of...
To increase the fee for the acceptance of mattresses and box springs from $20 (residential) and $28 (commercial) to $30 (residential) and $50 (commercial), and to increase the fee for acceptance of brush for $5/barrel minimums, $15/pick-up or trailer at 6', $20/pick-up or trailer 8', and $70/ton commercial to$8/barrel minimum, $60/pick-up or trailer, and $70/ton commercial and to increase the fee for the acceptance of asphalt, brick and concrete (ABC) from $0 to $20/ton, and to increase the fee for the collection of construction and demolition material (C&D) from $10 minimum (less than 110 Ibs.), $175/ton to $10 minimum and $225/ton and to no longer accept manure , and to increase the fee from $5/tire for a passenger car and $20/tire for trucks to $10/tire for a passenger car and $30/tire for trucks
From the minutes
“Chris Flanagan moved to increase the fee for the acceptance of mattresses and box springs from $20 (residential) and $28 (commercial) to $30 (residential) and $50 (commercial), and to increase the fee for acceptance of brush for $5/barrel minimums, $15/pick-up or trailer at 6', $20/pick-up or trailer 8', and $70/ton commercial to$8/barrel minimum, $60/pick-up or trailer, and $70/ton commercial and to increase the fee for the acceptance of asphalt, brick and concrete (ABC) from $0 to $20/ton, and to increase the fee for the collection of construction and demolition material (C&D) from $10 minimum (less than 110 Ibs.), $175/ton to $10 minimum and $225/ton and to no longer accept manure , and to increase the fee from $5/tire for a passenger car and $20/tire for trucks to $10/tire for a passenger car and $30/tire for trucks. John Terrio seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: Terrio)
Authorize the installation of 4 poles for the fiber services on Paddocks Path by Comm-tTract
Authorize the installation of 4 poles for the fiber services on Paddocks Path by Comm-tTract
From the minutes
“Chris Flanagan made a motion to authorize the installation of 4 poles for the fiber services on Paddocks Path by Comm-tTract, Paul McCormick seconded, and the Board voted unanimously in favor. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Flanagan, second: McCormick)
Approve the minutes of December 13, 2022 pending minor changes
Approve the minutes of December 13, 2022 pending minor changes
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick made a motion to approve the minutes of December 13, 2022 pending minor changes, John Terrio seconded, and the Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the minutes of October 1, 2019 and
Approve the minutes of October 1, 2019 and
Yes: Flanagan, Lambton, TerrioAbstained: McCormick, Plath
From the minutes
“John Terrio made a motion to approve the minutes of October 1, 2019 and Chris Lambton seconded. Lambton aye, Flanagan aye, Terrio aye, Plath abstain, McCormick abstain. The Board voted 3-0-2.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Lambton)
Adjourn to Executive Session at 7:31pm
Adjourn to Executive Session at 7:31pm
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:31pm, Paul McCormick seconded and the Board voted unanimously in favor to adjourn..” (Motion: Lambton, second: McCormick)
From the Dennis Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (2023 on) and its Laserfiche records archive (earlier years). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Town of Dennis (Select Board page)
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