MassVoter.com← Dennis Select BoardDennis Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
August 12, 2025
27 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Chris Lambton, Carlyn Carey, Paul McCormick, John Terrio, Jim Plath
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session and to return at 4:30pm or shortly thereafter
To enter into Executive Session and to return at 4:30pm or shortly thereafter
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to enter into Executive Session and to return at 4:30pm or shortly thereafter. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. Terrio aye, McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint David Fryxell to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee as a representative from the Dennis Conservation Land Trust for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
To appoint David Fryxell to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee as a representative from the Dennis Conservation Land Trust for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to appoint David Fryxell to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee as a representative from the Dennis Conservation Land Trust for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Appoint Mary DelBuono to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
To appoint Mary DelBuono to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to appoint Mary DelBuono to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Appoint Jan Frazier to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
To appoint Jan Frazier to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to appoint Jan Frazier to the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Appoint Brandon Mogayzel to the alternate vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on March 31, 2027
To appoint Brandon Mogayzel to the alternate vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on March 31, 2027
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Brandon Mogayzel to the alternate vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a two-year term to expire on March 31, 2027. John Terrio seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Catherine Hoell to the alternate vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026
To appoint Catherine Hoell to the alternate vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Catherine Hoell to the alternate vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026. John Terrio seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Donald Ferris to the full-term vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
To appoint Donald Ferris to the full-term vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Donald Ferris to the full-term vacancy on the Golf Advisory Committee for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028. John Terrio seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Karina England-Quest to the full-term vacancy on the Planning Board for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
To appoint Karina England-Quest to the full-term vacancy on the Planning Board for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Karina England-Quest to the full-term vacancy on the Planning Board for a three-year term to expire on March 31, 2028. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Appoint Michael McGee to the alternate vacancy on the Planning Board for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026
To appoint Michael McGee to the alternate vacancy on the Planning Board for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Michael McGee to the alternate vacancy on the Planning Board for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Elizabeth Naekairty to the alternate vacancy on the Planning Board for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026
To appoint Elizabeth Naekairty to the alternate vacancy on the Planning Board for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Elizabeth Naekairty to the alternate vacancy on the Planning Board for a one-year term to expire on March 31, 2026. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1; the last number counts the member who stepped aside (recused). Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to close the public hearing. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick was recused).” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Approve the application of 57 BTS LLC d/b/a By the Sea, located at 57 Chase Avenue, Dennis Port for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License under the condition that alcohol only be consumed by patrons...
To approve the application of 57 BTS LLC d/b/a By the Sea, located at 57 Chase Avenue, Dennis Port for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License under the condition that alcohol only be consumed by patrons in the lobby, veranda, firepit and lawn areas, and handicap ramp; and that a sign be installed on the beach area of the property to notify patrons that no alcohol is allowed on the beach
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1; the last number counts the member who stepped aside (recused). Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of 57 BTS LLC d/b/a By the Sea, located at 57 Chase Avenue, Dennis Port for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License under the condition that alcohol only be consumed by patrons in the lobby, veranda, firepit and lawn areas, and handicap ramp; and that a sign be installed on the beach area of the property to notify patrons that no alcohol is allowed on the beach. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick was recused).” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
Approve the application for the hours of operations to be 8:00am to 10:00pm Monday through Saturday; and 10:00am-10:00pm on Sunday
To approve the application for the hours of operations to be 8:00am to 10:00pm Monday through Saturday; and 10:00am-10:00pm on Sunday
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1; the last number counts the member who stepped aside (recused). Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application for the hours of operations to be 8:00am to 10:00pm Monday through Saturday; and 10:00am-10:00pm on Sunday. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick was recused).” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Approve the manager on site of 57 BTS LLC d/b/a By the Sea, located at 57 Chase Ave, Dennis Port to be Tom Andrews
To approve the manager on site of 57 BTS LLC d/b/a By the Sea, located at 57 Chase Ave, Dennis Port to be Tom Andrews
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1; the last number counts the member who stepped aside (recused). Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the manager on site of 57 BTS LLC d/b/a By the Sea, located at 57 Chase Ave, Dennis Port to be Tom Andrews. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick was recused).” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1; the last number counts the member who stepped aside (recused). Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to close the public hearing. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick was recused).” (Motion: Lambton, second: Terrio)
Approve the Outdoor Entertainment application of 776 Main Wine Bar LLC d/b/a Baleine, located at 776 Main Street, Dennis for the hours of 10:00am to 10:00pm on Weekdays and Sundays subject to...
To approve the Outdoor Entertainment application of 776 Main Wine Bar LLC d/b/a Baleine, located at 776 Main Street, Dennis for the hours of 10:00am to 10:00pm on Weekdays and Sundays subject to compliance with the Zoning Board of Appeals conditions as follows: There shall be no outdoor dining service or music or other noise audible off the premises after 10:00pm. Every effort should be made to ensure the entertainment and dining in the outdoor dining area is not audible off of the Dennis Commons property during service hours. A single musician or duo may play acoustic music, with no amplification, outdoors on the patio from 3:00pm to 8:00pm subject to the noise conditions above. Low-volume, ambient music may be extended to the patio, when acoustic musicians are not performing, through speakers on the perimeter of the patio facing the building to reduce sound from spilling off the property, not through open windows or doors, and subject to the noise conditions above
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1; the last number counts the member who stepped aside (recused). Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the Outdoor Entertainment application of 776 Main Wine Bar LLC d/b/a Baleine, located at 776 Main Street, Dennis for the hours of 10:00am to 10:00pm on Weekdays and Sundays subject to compliance with the Zoning Board of Appeals conditions as follows: There shall be no outdoor dining service or music or other noise audible off the premises after 10:00pm. Every effort should be made to ensure the entertainment and dining in the outdoor dining area is not audible off of the Dennis Commons property during service hours. A single musician or duo may play acoustic music, with no amplification, outdoors on the patio from 3:00pm to 8:00pm subject to the noise conditions above. Low-volume, ambient music may be extended to the patio, when acoustic musicians are not performing, through speakers on the perimeter of the patio facing the building to reduce sound from spilling off the property, not through open windows or doors, and subject to the noise conditions above. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick was recused).” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
Place and support Article #3: FY2026 Wastewater Enterprise Fund Operating Budget
To place and support Article #3: FY2026 Wastewater Enterprise Fund Operating Budget
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to place and support Article #3: FY2026 Wastewater Enterprise Fund Operating Budget. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Place Article #9: OPM and Designer Services for 187 Upper County Road
To place Article #9: OPM and Designer Services for 187 Upper County Road
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to place Article #9: OPM and Designer Services for 187 Upper County Road. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Instruct staff to initiate an RFP for the demolition of the Wixon School building in advance for 2026 Annual Town Meeting
To instruct staff to initiate an RFP for the demolition of the Wixon School building in advance for 2026 Annual Town Meeting
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to instruct staff to initiate an RFP for the demolition of the Wixon School building in advance for 2026 Annual Town Meeting. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Place and support #11: Childcare Subsidies
To place and support #11: Childcare Subsidies
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to place and support #11: Childcare Subsidies. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Place Article #12: By-Law Amendment - Town Meeting
To place Article #12: By-Law Amendment - Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to place Article #12: By-Law Amendment - Town Meeting. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Election Workers as outlined in the memorandum provided by Town Clerk Terri Bunce dated August 12, 2025
To appoint Election Workers as outlined in the memorandum provided by Town Clerk Terri Bunce dated August 12, 2025
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Election Workers as outlined in the memorandum provided by Town Clerk Terri Bunce dated August 12, 2025. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Authorize the Dennis Chamber of Commerce to use the Council on Aging parking lot on August 24th for the Annual Antique Car Parade
To authorize the Dennis Chamber of Commerce to use the Council on Aging parking lot on August 24th for the Annual Antique Car Parade
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to authorize the Dennis Chamber of Commerce to use the Council on Aging parking lot on August 24th for the Annual Antique Car Parade. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Approve the Order of Assessment for Temporary Repairs to Lombardi Heights
To approve the Order of Assessment for Temporary Repairs to Lombardi Heights
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the Order of Assessment for Temporary Repairs to Lombardi Heights. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Keith Hutchings as Local Building Inspector for the Building Department effective June 9, 2025
To appoint Keith Hutchings as Local Building Inspector for the Building Department effective June 9, 2025
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Keith Hutchings as Local Building Inspector for the Building Department effective June 9, 2025. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the minutes for July 22, 2025 as they were prepared and presented
To approve the minutes for July 22, 2025 as they were prepared and presented
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the minutes for July 22, 2025 as they were prepared and presented. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Enter into Executive Session at 7:09pm and not to return to Public Session
To enter into Executive Session at 7:09pm and not to return to Public Session
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to enter into Executive Session at 7:09pm and not to 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 Minutes were approved by unanimous vote.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
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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