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January 6, 2026
20 recorded votes, 3 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, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint John Wenberg to the Advisory Committee on Disabilities for a full-term position, three-year term to expire March 31, 2028
To appoint John Wenberg to the Advisory Committee on Disabilities for a full-term position, three-year term to expire March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to appoint John Wenberg to the Advisory Committee on Disabilities for a full-term position, three-year term to expire March 31, 2028. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Appoint Christine Boucher to the Alternative Energy Advisory Committee for a full-term position, three-year term to expire March 31, 2028
To appoint Christine Boucher to the Alternative Energy Advisory Committee for a full-term position, three-year term to expire March 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Christine Boucher to the Alternative Energy Advisory Committee for a full-term position, three-year term to expire March 31, 2028. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Appoint Jan Frazier to the Zoning Bylaw Study Committee for a three-year term to expire March 31, 2028; to serve the remainder of Kathy DeMeyer's term
To appoint Jan Frazier to the Zoning Bylaw Study Committee for a three-year term to expire March 31, 2028; to serve the remainder of Kathy DeMeyer's term
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Jan Frazier to the Zoning Bylaw Study Committee for a three-year term to expire March 31, 2028; to serve the remainder of Kathy DeMeyer's term. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Appoint Betsy LaMond as the Dennis liaison to the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission for a term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Betsy LaMond as the Dennis liaison to the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission for a term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to appoint Betsy LaMond as the Dennis liaison to the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission for a term to expire March 31, 2029. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Accept the report of the Capital Outlay Committee for further consideration and deliberation
To accept the report of the Capital Outlay Committee for further consideration and deliberation
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to accept the report of the Capital Outlay Committee for further consideration and deliberation. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Transfer the FY2027 Departmental Operating Budget in the amount of $52,324,892 to the Finance Committee for their review
To transfer the FY2027 Departmental Operating Budget in the amount of $52,324,892 to the Finance Committee for their review
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to transfer the FY2027 Departmental Operating Budget in the amount of $52,324,892 to the Finance Committee for their review. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $60,000 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100220-54800 for Fire - Ladder 110 repairs
To send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $60,000 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100220-54800 for Fire - Ladder 110 repairs
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $60,000 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100220-54800 for Fire - Ladder 110 repairs. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $54,500 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100422-52400 for the Department of Public Works - Beach rake...
To send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $54,500 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100422-52400 for the Department of Public Works - Beach rake and catch basin cleaning truck repairs
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $54,500 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100422-52400 for the Department of Public Works - Beach rake and catch basin cleaning truck repairs. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $9,971 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100635-58700 for the Beach Department - ADA Mobility Mat;...
To send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $9,971 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100635-58700 for the Beach Department - ADA Mobility Mat; including the condition that the said amount be returned via warrant article to the Finance Committee Reserve Fund from the Beach Improvement Fund at the next Annual Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $9,971 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100635-58700 for the Beach Department - ADA Mobility Mat; including the condition that the said amount be returned via warrant article to the Finance Committee Reserve Fund from the Beach Improvement Fund at the next Annual Town Meeting. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $33,900 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100155-55500 for the MIS Department - Cable Related; including...
To send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $33,900 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100155-55500 for the MIS Department - Cable Related; including the condition that the said amount be returned via warrant article to the Finance Cable Capital Stabilization Fund at the next Annual Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to send the FY26 Reserve Fund Transfer Request in the amount of $33,900 to the Finance Committee; which is to be transferred to account 100155-55500 for the MIS Department - Cable Related; including the condition that the said amount be returned via warrant article to the Finance Cable Capital Stabilization Fund at the next Annual Town Meeting. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
The Annual Town Meeting be held at the Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School located at 286 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 and that the Annual Town Election...
The Annual Town Meeting be held at the Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School located at 286 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 and that the Annual Town Election be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick further moved that the Annual Town Meeting be held at the Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School located at 286 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 and that the Annual Town Election be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Approve the current draft Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee Charge Amendments and to rename the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee to the "Energy and Climate...
To approve the current draft Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee Charge Amendments and to rename the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee to the "Energy and Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Committee"
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the current draft Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee Charge Amendments and to rename the Climate and Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee to the "Energy and Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Committee". Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Charles M. McCaffrey be appointed as a Police Officer with full police powers pursuant to MGL 41-97A, subject to a one-year probationary period for a term beginning January 19th, 2026 and expiring...
Charles M. McCaffrey be appointed as a Police Officer with full police powers pursuant to MGL 41-97A, subject to a one-year probationary period for a term beginning January 19th, 2026 and expiring January 18th, 2027
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved that Charles M. McCaffrey be appointed as a Police Officer with full police powers pursuant to MGL 41-97A, subject to a one-year probationary period for a term beginning January 19th, 2026 and expiring January 18th, 2027. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Charles M. McCaffrey be appointed as Licensing Board Agent for a term beginning January 19th, 2026 and expiring January 18th, 2027"
Charles M. McCaffrey be appointed as Licensing Board Agent for a term beginning January 19th, 2026 and expiring January 18th, 2027"
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved that Charles M. McCaffrey be appointed as Licensing Board Agent for a term beginning January 19th, 2026 and expiring January 18th, 2027". Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Share the legal opinion with Brad Crowell and Stacie Peugh, who are representing the YMCA
The Select Board share the legal opinion with Brad Crowell and Stacie Peugh, who are representing the YMCA
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved that the Select Board share the legal opinion with Brad Crowell and Stacie Peugh, who are representing the YMCA. John Terrio seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Reappoint Erin Burnham as Deputy Shellfish Constable for a term to expire on December 31, 2028
To reappoint Erin Burnham as Deputy Shellfish Constable for a term to expire on December 31, 2028
Yes: Carey, McCormick, Plath, TerrioAbstained: Lambton
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to reappoint Erin Burnham as Deputy Shellfish Constable for a term to expire on December 31, 2028. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye, (Lambton abstained). VOTE: 4-0-1.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Reappoint Jordan Halloran as Shellfish Constable for a term to expire on December 31, 2028
To reappoint Jordan Halloran as Shellfish Constable for a term to expire on December 31, 2028
Yes: Carey, McCormick, Plath, TerrioAbstained: Lambton
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to reappoint Jordan Halloran as Shellfish Constable for a term to expire on December 31, 2028. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye, (Chris Lambton abstained). VOTE: 4-0-1.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Approval of the December 2, 2025 minutes, as they were prepared and presented
Approval of the December 2, 2025 minutes, as they were prepared and presented
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved approval of the December 2, 2025 minutes, as they were prepared and presented. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
Approval of the December 9, 2025 minutes, as they were presented and presented
Approval of the December 9, 2025 minutes, as they were presented and presented
Yes: Carey, Lambton, Plath, TerrioAbstained: McCormick
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved approval of the December 9, 2025 minutes, as they were presented and presented. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. VOTE: 4-0-1 (Paul McCormick abstained).” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Adjourn to executive session at 8:05pm and to not return
To adjourn to executive session at 8:05pm and to not return
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to adjourn to executive session at 8:05pm and to not return. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Carey)
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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