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July 8, 2025
32 recorded votes, 2 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, Carlyn Carey, Paul McCormick, John Terrio, Jim Plath
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Chris Lambton stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
Every vote, in order
Transfer from line item 100138-54100 Energy Supplies for Gasoline in the amount of $58,000.00 to be transferred to line item 100138-57150 Mileage Reimbursement for Training in the amount of...
To transfer from line item 100138-54100 Energy Supplies for Gasoline in the amount of $58,000.00 to be transferred to line item 100138-57150 Mileage Reimbursement for Training in the amount of $10,000.00 and to transfer to line item 100138-52120 Electrical Account in the amount of $48,000.00 for a total transfer of $58,000.00
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to transfer from line item 100138-54100 Energy Supplies for Gasoline in the amount of $58,000.00 to be transferred to line item 100138-57150 Mileage Reimbursement for Training in the amount of $10,000.00 and to transfer to line item 100138-52120 Electrical Account in the amount of $48,000.00 for a total transfer of $58,000.00. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Carey)
Transfer $3,000.00 from line item 100135-51100 Salaries and Wages for Full-Time Salaries to line item 100141-51100 Salaries and Wages for Full-Time Salaries in the amount of $3,000.00
To transfer $3,000.00 from line item 100135-51100 Salaries and Wages for Full-Time Salaries to line item 100141-51100 Salaries and Wages for Full-Time Salaries in the amount of $3,000.00
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to transfer $3,000.00 from line item 100135-51100 Salaries and Wages for Full-Time Salaries to line item 100141-51100 Salaries and Wages for Full-Time Salaries in the amount of $3,000.00. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Transfer $6,696.00 from line item 100162-51200 Salaries and Wages for Election Detail-Police to line item 100162-53000 Purchase of Services in the amount of $6,696.00 for Election Detail-Police
To transfer $6,696.00 from line item 100162-51200 Salaries and Wages for Election Detail-Police to line item 100162-53000 Purchase of Services in the amount of $6,696.00 for Election Detail-Police
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to transfer $6,696.00 from line item 100162-51200 Salaries and Wages for Election Detail-Police to line item 100162-53000 Purchase of Services in the amount of $6,696.00 for Election Detail-Police. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Transfer $8,000.00 from line item 100910-51730 Unemployment Insurance to line item 100193-57400 for Insurance Premiums in the same amount of $8,000.00
To transfer $8,000.00 from line item 100910-51730 Unemployment Insurance to line item 100193-57400 for Insurance Premiums in the same amount of $8,000.00
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to transfer $8,000.00 from line item 100910-51730 Unemployment Insurance to line item 100193-57400 for Insurance Premiums in the same amount of $8,000.00. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Transfer $29,380.00 from line item 100210-52400 Repairs and Maintenance for Police to line item 100210-55920 for Uniforms for Police in the same amount of $29,380.00
To transfer $29,380.00 from line item 100210-52400 Repairs and Maintenance for Police to line item 100210-55920 for Uniforms for Police in the same amount of $29,380.00
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to transfer $29,380.00 from line item 100210-52400 Repairs and Maintenance for Police to line item 100210-55920 for Uniforms for Police in the same amount of $29,380.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Transfer $15,000.00 from line item 100433-53850 Tipping Fee to line item 100424-52100 for Street Lighting in the same amount of $15,000.00
To transfer $15,000.00 from line item 100433-53850 Tipping Fee to line item 100424-52100 for Street Lighting in the same amount of $15,000.00
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to transfer $15,000.00 from line item 100433-53850 Tipping Fee to line item 100424-52100 for Street Lighting in the same amount of $15,000.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Transfer $3,000.00 from line item 100630-55440 Special Events to line item 100630-52900 Other Property Related Services in the same amount of $3,000.00
To transfer $3,000.00 from line item 100630-55440 Special Events to line item 100630-52900 Other Property Related Services in the same amount of $3,000.00
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to transfer $3,000.00 from line item 100630-55440 Special Events to line item 100630-52900 Other Property Related Services in the same amount of $3,000.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Transfer $3,804.00 from line item 100635-52900 Other Property Related Services to line item 100635-51300 for Additional Overtime in the same amount of $3,804.00
To transfer $3,804.00 from line item 100635-52900 Other Property Related Services to line item 100635-51300 for Additional Overtime in the same amount of $3,804.00
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to transfer $3,804.00 from line item 100635-52900 Other Property Related Services to line item 100635-51300 for Additional Overtime in the same amount of $3,804.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Recommend to the Finance Committee the Reserve Fund Transfer from line item 100131-57810 to 100635-51200 in the amount not to exceed $51,000.00
To recommend to the Finance Committee the Reserve Fund Transfer from line item 100131-57810 to 100635-51200 in the amount not to exceed $51,000.00
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to recommend to the Finance Committee the Reserve Fund Transfer from line item 100131-57810 to 100635-51200 in the amount not to exceed $51,000.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Recommend to the Finance Committee the Reserve Fund Transfer from line item 100131-57810 to line item 100910-51785 in the amount of $60,000.00; transfer to line item 100910-51710 in the amount of...
To recommend to the Finance Committee the Reserve Fund Transfer from line item 100131-57810 to line item 100910-51785 in the amount of $60,000.00; transfer to line item 100910-51710 in the amount of $3,000.00; transfer to line item 100910-51790 in the amount of $15,000.00, for a total amount of $78,000.00
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to recommend to the Finance Committee the Reserve Fund Transfer from line item 100131-57810 to line item 100910-51785 in the amount of $60,000.00; transfer to line item 100910-51710 in the amount of $3,000.00; transfer to line item 100910-51790 in the amount of $15,000.00, for a total amount of $78,000.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep Special Capital Article as outlined by MIS Director Dan Proto for iNET account number 110155-59819 open for an additional year
To keep Special Capital Article as outlined by MIS Director Dan Proto for iNET account number 110155-59819 open for an additional year
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to keep Special Capital Article as outlined by MIS Director Dan Proto for iNET account number 110155-59819 open for an additional year. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Fire Chief Chris Guerreiro account number 110220-59808 for Design and 110220-59827 for Defibrillators open for an additional year
To keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Fire Chief Chris Guerreiro account number 110220-59808 for Design and 110220-59827 for Defibrillators open for an additional year
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Fire Chief Chris Guerreiro account number 110220-59808 for Design and 110220-59827 for Defibrillators open for an additional year. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Harbormaster Dawson Farber account number 110295-59749 for Swan River Dredge; 110295-59778 for Bass River Dredging-Contract; 110295-59784 for Bass...
To keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Harbormaster Dawson Farber account number 110295-59749 for Swan River Dredge; 110295-59778 for Bass River Dredging-Contract; 110295-59784 for Bass River Dredging-Work and Permitting; and 110295-59811 for Design and Engineering of Sesuit Harbor project open for anticipation of further design services
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Harbormaster Dawson Farber account number 110295-59749 for Swan River Dredge; 110295-59778 for Bass River Dredging-Contract; 110295-59784 for Bass River Dredging-Work and Permitting; and 110295-59811 for Design and Engineering of Sesuit Harbor project open for anticipation of further design services. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Town Engineer Tom Andrade account number 110411-58793 for Culvert Replacement; 110411-59784 for Nobscussett Parking-Lighting; 110411-59815 and...
To keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Town Engineer Tom Andrade account number 110411-58793 for Culvert Replacement; 110411-59784 for Nobscussett Parking-Lighting; 110411-59815 and 110411-59826 for Permitting open for an additional year
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Town Engineer Tom Andrade account number 110411-58793 for Culvert Replacement; 110411-59784 for Nobscussett Parking-Lighting; 110411-59815 and 110411-59826 for Permitting open for an additional year. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Director of Public Works Michael Lavin account number 110510-59812 for Wastewater Implementation; and 110510-59819 Wastewater Design and Collection...
To keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Director of Public Works Michael Lavin account number 110510-59812 for Wastewater Implementation; and 110510-59819 Wastewater Design and Collection System open for an additional year
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Director of Public Works Michael Lavin account number 110510-59812 for Wastewater Implementation; and 110510-59819 Wastewater Design and Collection System open for an additional year. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Assistant Town Administrator Greg Rounseville account number 110541-59819 for COA Renovations open for an additional year
To keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Assistant Town Administrator Greg Rounseville account number 110541-59819 for COA Renovations open for an additional year
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep Special Capital Articles as outlined by Assistant Town Administrator Greg Rounseville account number 110541-59819 for COA Renovations open for an additional year. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Keep Special Capital Article as outlined by Beach and Recreation Director Dustin Pineau for Bulkhead Repair account number 110635-59821 open for an additional year
To keep Special Capital Article as outlined by Beach and Recreation Director Dustin Pineau for Bulkhead Repair account number 110635-59821 open for an additional year
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to keep Special Capital Article as outlined by Beach and Recreation Director Dustin Pineau for Bulkhead Repair account number 110635-59821 open for an additional year. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Go back to public information
To go back to public information
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to go back to public information. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Go back to regular session
To go back to regular session
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to go back to regular session. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Carey)
Approve to relocate James Ward from 3A to 2F for the remainder of the License term set to expire on May 17, 2027
To approve to relocate James Ward from 3A to 2F for the remainder of the License term set to expire on May 17, 2027
Chris Lambton stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve to relocate James Ward from 3A to 2F for the remainder of the License term set to expire on May 17, 2027. John Terrio seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Terrio aye, Plath aye, Carey aye. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Allow the transfer to occur 30 days after the east and west access reopen in the Crowes Pasture area
To allow the transfer to occur 30 days after the east and west access reopen in the Crowes Pasture area
Chris Lambton stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to allow the transfer to occur 30 days after the east and west access reopen in the Crowes Pasture area. John Terrio seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Terrio aye, Plath aye, Carey aye. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the one-day event permit for Cape Cod Community College to host "Shakespeare Under the Stars" at Dennis Port Village Green on July 27", August 4", and August 11" at 6:30pm
To approve the one-day event permit for Cape Cod Community College to host "Shakespeare Under the Stars" at Dennis Port Village Green on July 27", August 4", and August 11" at 6:30pm
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to approve the one-day event permit for Cape Cod Community College to host "Shakespeare Under the Stars" at Dennis Port Village Green on July 27", August 4", and August 11" at 6:30pm. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Appoint Beatriz Landim as Community Service Officer for Parking Enforcement Authority effective July 8, 2025
To appoint Beatriz Landim as Community Service Officer for Parking Enforcement Authority effective July 8, 2025
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Beatriz Landim as Community Service Officer for Parking Enforcement Authority effective July 8, 2025. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Consider approving the Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request in the amount of $10,900.00 for staff meeting and overtime supplies
To consider approving the Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request in the amount of $10,900.00 for staff meeting and overtime supplies
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to consider approving the Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request in the amount of $10,900.00 for staff meeting and overtime supplies. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Consider approving the Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request in the amount of $19,040.00 for Part-Time Office Clerk
To consider approving the Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request in the amount of $19,040.00 for Part-Time Office Clerk
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to consider approving the Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request in the amount of $19,040.00 for Part-Time Office Clerk. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign contract with Ballard Mack Sales & Service, Inc. in the amount of $672,500.00 for purchase of two vehicles approved at Annual Town Meeting on May 6, 2025,...
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign contract with Ballard Mack Sales & Service, Inc. in the amount of $672,500.00 for purchase of two vehicles approved at Annual Town Meeting on May 6, 2025, Articles 11 & 14
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign contract with Ballard Mack Sales & Service, Inc. in the amount of $672,500.00 for purchase of two vehicles approved at Annual Town Meeting on May 6, 2025, Articles 11 & 14. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign contract with C.N. Wood Enviro, LLC in the amount of $317,388.72 for purchase of one Elgin Pelican NP street sweeper
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign contract with C.N. Wood Enviro, LLC in the amount of $317,388.72 for purchase of one Elgin Pelican NP street sweeper
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign contract with C.N. Wood Enviro, LLC in the amount of $317,388.72 for purchase of one Elgin Pelican NP street sweeper. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee Summer Concert Series schedule on Tuesday's from 6:00pm to 7:30pm July 8%, July 15%, July 2274, July 29%, August 5, August 12, and August 19
To approve the Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee Summer Concert Series schedule on Tuesday's from 6:00pm to 7:30pm July 8%, July 15%, July 2274, July 29%, August 5, August 12, and August 19
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee Summer Concert Series schedule on Tuesday's from 6:00pm to 7:30pm July 8%, July 15%, July 2274, July 29%, August 5, August 12, and August 19. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the Dennis Recreation Department's Corporation Beach Live Music schedule on Monday's from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Corporation Beach for the dates of July 7", July 14", July 21"4, July 28",...
To approve the Dennis Recreation Department's Corporation Beach Live Music schedule on Monday's from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Corporation Beach for the dates of July 7", July 14", July 21"4, July 28", August 4", August 11, August 18", and August 25"
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the Dennis Recreation Department's Corporation Beach Live Music schedule on Monday's from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Corporation Beach for the dates of July 7", July 14", July 21"4, July 28", August 4", August 11, August 18", and August 25", John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Accept the meeting minutes of June 17, 2025, as they were prepared and presented, with one minor correction to page 5
To accept the meeting minutes of June 17, 2025, as they were prepared and presented, with one minor correction to page 5
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to accept the meeting minutes of June 17, 2025, as they were prepared and presented, with one minor correction to page 5. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Adjourn and return to regular session at 6:00pm
To adjourn and return to regular session at 6:00pm
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to adjourn and return to regular session at 6:00pm. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Enter into Executive Session at 6:03pm and to not return to public session
To enter into Executive Session at 6:03pm and to not return to public session
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to enter into Executive Session at 6:03pm and to not return to public session. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Terrio Aye, McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
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