MassVoter.com← Dennis Select BoardDennis Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
June 25, 2024
25 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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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 Lambton, Paul McCormick, John Terrio, Carlyn Carey, Jim Plath
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
- John Terrio stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
Every vote, in order
Approve the budget transfer request as outlined in packet for $1,400 for the Planning Department
To approve the budget transfer request as outlined in packet for $1,400 for the Planning Department
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the budget transfer request as outlined in packet for $1,400 for the Planning Department. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the budget transfer request from Nikki Miranda as outlined in the packet for $4, 153.94 for the Police Department
To approve the budget transfer request from Nikki Miranda as outlined in the packet for $4, 153.94 for the Police Department
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the budget transfer request from Nikki Miranda as outlined in the packet for $4, 153.94 for the Police Department. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the budget transfer request from Mike Lavin of Municipal Buildings in the amount of $45,000
To approve the budget transfer request from Mike Lavin of Municipal Buildings in the amount of $45,000
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the budget transfer request from Mike Lavin of Municipal Buildings in the amount of $45,000. John Terrio seconded the motion. Jim Plath asked for clarification of the request and existing account balance, and Finance Director Josee Cardinal pointed out that not all invoices have been processed that contribute to the numbers available tonight. The Board continued to vote. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve budget transfer request from Mike Lavin as outlined in the memo in the amount of $87,874
To approve budget transfer request from Mike Lavin as outlined in the memo in the amount of $87,874
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve budget transfer request from Mike Lavin as outlined in the memo in the amount of $87,874. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Approve the budget transfer request from Brenda Vasquez in the amount of $120.00
To approve the budget transfer request from Brenda Vasquez in the amount of $120.00
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to approve the budget transfer request from Brenda Vasquez in the amount of $120.00. John Terrio seconded. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Approve the budget transfer request from Dustin Pineau in the Recreation Department as outlined in the packet in the amount of $37,903
To approve the budget transfer request from Dustin Pineau in the Recreation Department as outlined in the packet in the amount of $37,903
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the budget transfer request from Dustin Pineau in the Recreation Department as outlined in the packet in the amount of $37,903. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Approve the budget transfer request from Susan McKinney in the Treasures Office as outlined in the packet in the amount of $100
To approve the budget transfer request from Susan McKinney in the Treasures Office as outlined in the packet in the amount of $100
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the budget transfer request from Susan McKinney in the Treasures Office as outlined in the packet in the amount of $100. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Approve the $65,000 Reserve Fund Transfer into account 100151-53020 and
To approve the $65,000 Reserve Fund Transfer into account 100151-53020 and
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the $65,000 Reserve Fund Transfer into account 100151-53020 and John Terrio seconded. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the $55,000 Reserve Fund Transfer request for Liability Insurance
To approve the $55,000 Reserve Fund Transfer request for Liability Insurance
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the $55,000 Reserve Fund Transfer request for Liability Insurance. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article account number 110155-59821 Technology Plan 2 open for discussion
To keep the Special Capital Article account number 110155-59821 Technology Plan 2 open for discussion
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article account number 110155-59821 Technology Plan 2 open for discussion. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article as outlined by Erin Burnham account number 110171-59761 Plover Management open
To keep the Special Capital Article as outlined by Erin Burnham account number 110171-59761 Plover Management open
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article as outlined by Erin Burnham account number 110171-59761 Plover Management open. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article as outlined by Mike Lavin account number 110192-59813 Construction Beach Stairs open
To keep the Special Capital Article as outlined by Mike Lavin account number 110192-59813 Construction Beach Stairs open
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article as outlined by Mike Lavin account number 110192-59813 Construction Beach Stairs open. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Harbormaster Dawson Farber account numbers 1100295-59749, 110-295-59778, 110-295-59784, 110-29811, and 110-29559812 open
To keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Harbormaster Dawson Farber account numbers 1100295-59749, 110-295-59778, 110-295-59784, 110-29811, and 110-29559812 open
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Harbormaster Dawson Farber account numbers 1100295-59749, 110-295-59778, 110-295-59784, 110-29811, and 110-29559812 open. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Town Engineer Tom Andrade account number 110411-5873, 110411-59784, 110411-59797, 110411-59815, 11041159816 open
To keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Town Engineer Tom Andrade account number 110411-5873, 110411-59784, 110411-59797, 110411-59815, 11041159816 open
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Town Engineer Tom Andrade account number 110411-5873, 110411-59784, 110411-59797, 110411-59815, 11041159816 open. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Assistant Town Administrator Greg Rounseville account number 110422-59797 Old Bass Acquisition open
To keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Assistant Town Administrator Greg Rounseville account number 110422-59797 Old Bass Acquisition open
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Assistant Town Administrator Greg Rounseville account number 110422-59797 Old Bass Acquisition open. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Health Director Kristen Keller account number 110510-59812 Wastewater Implementation open
To keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Health Director Kristen Keller account number 110510-59812 Wastewater Implementation open
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep the Special Capital Article as presented by Health Director Kristen Keller account number 110510-59812 Wastewater Implementation open. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Authorize the transfer of the liquor license application, with manager on site to be Piyush Patel
To authorize the transfer of the liquor license application, with manager on site to be Piyush Patel
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to authorize the transfer of the liquor license application, with manager on site to be Piyush Patel. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Terrio)
Notify the Cape Cod Commission that the Select Board supports the Planning Board referral of the proposed H.A.C. (Housing Assistance Corporation) Family Transition Shelter at 1 Love Lane in Dennis...
To notify the Cape Cod Commission that the Select Board supports the Planning Board referral of the proposed H.A.C. (Housing Assistance Corporation) Family Transition Shelter at 1 Love Lane in Dennis to the Cape Cod Commission for review as a Development of Regional Impact (DRI). We believe it triggers DRI review both as a Mandatory Referral and Discretionary Referral as described in the DRI Discretionary Referral narrative letter sent May 29, 2024 (from the Town Planner to the Chief Regulatory Officer). This project has obvious regional impact by the nature of the proposal, it's location on the border with, and access through, Harwich, and its potential impacts throughout the Cape
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. John Terrio stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to notify the Cape Cod Commission that the Select Board supports the Planning Board referral of the proposed H.A.C. (Housing Assistance Corporation) Family Transition Shelter at 1 Love Lane in Dennis to the Cape Cod Commission for review as a Development of Regional Impact (DRI). We believe it triggers DRI review both as a Mandatory Referral and Discretionary Referral as described in the DRI Discretionary Referral narrative letter sent May 29, 2024 (from the Town Planner to the Chief Regulatory Officer). This project has obvious regional impact by the nature of the proposal, it's location on the border with, and access through, Harwich, and its potential impacts throughout the Cape. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor of supporting the referral. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Carey)
Accept the Dennis Yacht Club's application for Change of Manager to Peter Cirillo
To accept the Dennis Yacht Club's application for Change of Manager to Peter Cirillo
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to accept the Dennis Yacht Club's application for Change of Manager to Peter Cirillo. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE 4-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Accept Cape Cinema's application for Change of Manager to Peter Fasano
To accept Cape Cinema's application for Change of Manager to Peter Fasano
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to accept Cape Cinema's application for Change of Manager to Peter Fasano. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE 4-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Increase the existing police patrol, sergeant, lieutenants detail rate from $55 to $75 hourly effective July 1, 2024
Increase the existing police patrol, sergeant, lieutenants detail rate from $55 to $75 hourly effective July 1, 2024
Yes: Carey, McCormick, Plath, TerrioAbstained: Lambton
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick made a motion to increase the existing police patrol, sergeant, lieutenants detail rate from $55 to $75 hourly effective July 1, 2024. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Lambton abstain).” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Endorse the plan as outlined in the memo dated June 22, 2024 from Mike Lavin Director of the Department of Public Works
To endorse the plan as outlined in the memo dated June 22, 2024 from Mike Lavin Director of the Department of Public Works
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to endorse the plan as outlined in the memo dated June 22, 2024 from Mike Lavin Director of the Department of Public Works. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Plath)
Authorize the Dennis Road Race after party to take place on June 27, 2024 from 10am - 1pm
To authorize the Dennis Road Race after party to take place on June 27, 2024 from 10am - 1pm
Yes: Carey, Lambton, Plath, TerrioAbstained: McCormick
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to authorize the Dennis Road Race after party to take place on June 27, 2024 from 10am - 1pm. Jim Plath seconded. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (McCormick abstain).” (Motion: Terrio, second: Plath)
Allow the Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway to go through the Town of Dennis on June 30, 2024
To allow the Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway to go through the Town of Dennis on June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to allow the Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway to go through the Town of Dennis on June 30, 2024. John Terrio seconded he motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Adjourn to Executive Session at 7:20pm
To adjourn to Executive Session at 7:20pm
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:20pm. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. Lambton aye, McCormick aye, Terrio aye, Carey aye, Plath aye. The Board voted unanimously to adjourn. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, 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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