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April 7, 2026
2 meetings this evening, 39 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Dennis Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio, Carlyn Carey
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) for at least one item.
18 recorded votes, 13 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to close the public hearing. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Approve an Indoor Entertainment License for The Salt Barn Dennis LLC d/b/a The Salt Barn on weekdays from 11:00am to 11:00pm; and Sundays from 11:00am to 11:00pm
To approve an Indoor Entertainment License for The Salt Barn Dennis LLC d/b/a The Salt Barn on weekdays from 11:00am to 11:00pm; and Sundays from 11:00am to 11:00pm
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to approve an Indoor Entertainment License for The Salt Barn Dennis LLC d/b/a The Salt Barn on weekdays from 11:00am to 11:00pm; and Sundays from 11:00am to 11:00pm. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Lambton)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to close the public hearing. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Approve the application of Sasha's Pizza Inc. for the transfer of an Annual Wine and Malt Beverages License on Weekdays for the hours of 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM Monday through Saturday; and Sunday for...
To approve the application of Sasha's Pizza Inc. for the transfer of an Annual Wine and Malt Beverages License on Weekdays for the hours of 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM Monday through Saturday; and Sunday for the hours of 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of Sasha's Pizza Inc. for the transfer of an Annual Wine and Malt Beverages License on Weekdays for the hours of 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM Monday through Saturday; and Sunday for the hours of 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Approve the application of Sasha's Pizza Inc. for the transfer of an Annual Wine and Malt Beverage License and the manager on site will be Sasha Angelova
To approve the application of Sasha's Pizza Inc. for the transfer of an Annual Wine and Malt Beverage License and the manager on site will be Sasha Angelova
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of Sasha's Pizza Inc. for the transfer of an Annual Wine and Malt Beverage License and the manager on site will be Sasha Angelova. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to close the public hearing. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Lambton)
Approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. for the transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License on Weekdays for the hours of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sundays for the hours of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
To approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. for the transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License on Weekdays for the hours of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sundays for the hours of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. for the transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License on Weekdays for the hours of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sundays for the hours of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
Approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. d/b/a Kream n' Kone for the Pledge of License
To approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. d/b/a Kream n' Kone for the Pledge of License
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. d/b/a Kream n' Kone for the Pledge of License. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
Approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. for the transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License
To approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. for the transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License. The manager on site will be Nestor Xhupi
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to approve the application of Kyria Eleni Inc. for the transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License. The manager on site will be Nestor Xhupi. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Carey)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to close the public hearing. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Lambton)
Approve the application of Foley Hospitality Partners, LLC d/b/a The Backyard by Foley's for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License for the hours of 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 AM to...
To approve the application of Foley Hospitality Partners, LLC d/b/a The Backyard by Foley's for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License for the hours of 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sundays; contingent upon all required Building and Health Department approvals, including those required for the necessary food truck service
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of Foley Hospitality Partners, LLC d/b/a The Backyard by Foley's for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License for the hours of 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sundays; contingent upon all required Building and Health Department approvals, including those required for the necessary food truck service. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Approve the application of Foley Hospitality Partners, LLC d/b/a The Backyard by Foley's for a Seasonal All Alcohol License
To approve the application of Foley Hospitality Partners, LLC d/b/a The Backyard by Foley's for a Seasonal All Alcohol License. The manager on site will be Michael Foley II
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of Foley Hospitality Partners, LLC d/b/a The Backyard by Foley's for a Seasonal All Alcohol License. The manager on site will be Michael Foley II. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
The operators return for review at the first Select Board meeting in August, including a post-seasonal review
The operators return for review at the first Select Board meeting in August, including a post-seasonal review
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio and Carlyn Carey). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey further moved that the operators return for review at the first Select Board meeting in August, including a post-seasonal review. Chris Lambton seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Lambton)
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract with BSC Group, Inc. for the creation of an updated Town Local Comprehensive Plan
To authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract with BSC Group, Inc. for the creation of an updated Town Local Comprehensive Plan
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract with BSC Group, Inc. for the creation of an updated Town Local Comprehensive Plan. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: McCormick)
Approve the application of the Corsair Resort Motel, Inc. d/b/a Deep End Café for a Change in Manager
To approve the application of the Corsair Resort Motel, Inc. d/b/a Deep End Café for a Change in Manager. The manager on site will be James M. Wolfe, Jr
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to approve the application of the Corsair Resort Motel, Inc. d/b/a Deep End Café for a Change in Manager. The manager on site will be James M. Wolfe, Jr. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Continue the matter for further review and possible amendment discussion at the next Select Board meeting on April 28, 2026
To continue the matter for further review and possible amendment discussion at the next Select Board meeting on April 28, 2026
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to continue the matter for further review and possible amendment discussion at the next Select Board meeting on April 28, 2026. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: McCormick)
Approve Northside Methodist Church to use Corporation Beach for Sunday services from July through September
To approve Northside Methodist Church to use Corporation Beach for Sunday services from July through September
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve Northside Methodist Church to use Corporation Beach for Sunday services from July through September. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Adjourn to executive session at 8:07 PM and to not return
To adjourn to executive session at 8:07 PM and to not return
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to adjourn to executive session at 8:07 PM and to not return. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. McCormick aye, Lambton aye, Plath aye, Terrio aye, Carey aye. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Dennis Select Board · Special meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick, John Terrio
Absent: Carlyn Carey
21 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Appoint Kate Kane to the 1867 West Dennis Graded School House for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Kate Kane to the 1867 West Dennis Graded School House for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
The minutes give the count as 3-0-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick and John Terrio). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Kate Kane to the 1867 West Dennis Graded School House for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Appoint Barbara Hoos to the Arts and Culture Council for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Barbara Hoos to the Arts and Culture Council for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
The minutes give the count as 3-0-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick and John Terrio). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Barbara Hoos to the Arts and Culture Council for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Appoint Luke Furey to the Board of Health for a full-term to expire March 31, 2028
To appoint Luke Furey to the Board of Health for a full-term to expire March 31, 2028
The minutes give the count as 3-0-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick and John Terrio). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Luke Furey to the Board of Health for a full-term to expire March 31, 2028. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Appoint Kathleen Travelo to the Caleb Chase Fund for a full-term to expire March 31, 2027
To appoint Kathleen Travelo to the Caleb Chase Fund for a full-term to expire March 31, 2027
The minutes give the count as 3-0-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick and John Terrio). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Kathleen Travelo to the Caleb Chase Fund for a full-term to expire March 31, 2027. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Appoint Richard Maddamma to the Capital Outlay Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Richard Maddamma to the Capital Outlay Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
The minutes give the count as 3-0-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Chris Lambton, Jim Plath, Paul McCormick and John Terrio). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Richard Maddamma to the Capital Outlay Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Plath)
Appoint Josh Brimdyr to the Community Preservation Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Josh Brimdyr to the Community Preservation Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Josh Brimdyr to the Community Preservation Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Robert Surrette to the Council on Aging for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Robert Surrette to the Council on Aging for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Robert Surrette to the Council on Aging for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Barry McLaughlin to the Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Barry McLaughlin to the Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Barry McLaughlin to the Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Lari Rega to the Library Board for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Lari Rega to the Library Board for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Lari Rega to the Library Board for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Mark Levitt to the Road Safety Task Force for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Mark Levitt to the Road Safety Task Force for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Mark Levitt to the Road Safety Task Force for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Robert Surrette to the alternate position on the Road Safety Task Force for a term to expire March 31, 2027
To appoint Robert Surrette to the alternate position on the Road Safety Task Force for a term to expire March 31, 2027
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Robert Surrette to the alternate position on the Road Safety Task Force for a term to expire March 31, 2027. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Sue Lauder to the Shellfish Committee for a fullterm to expire March 31, 2028
To appoint Sue Lauder to the Shellfish Committee for a fullterm to expire March 31, 2028
Yes: McCormick, Plath, TerrioAbstained: Lambton
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Sue Lauder to the Shellfish Committee for a fullterm to expire March 31, 2028. John Terrio seconded the motion. Chris Lambton abstained. Vote: 3-0-1.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Elizabeth Browning to the South Dennis Historic District Commission for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Elizabeth Browning to the South Dennis Historic District Commission for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Elizabeth Browning to the South Dennis Historic District Commission for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Jim Plath seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Plath)
Appoint Margy Mahrdt to the Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Margy Mahrdt to the Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Margy Mahrdt to the Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Christine Gillstrom to the Tourism Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Christine Gillstrom to the Tourism Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Christine Gillstrom to the Tourism Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint David Fryxell to the Tourism Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint David Fryxell to the Tourism Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint David Fryxell to the Tourism Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Appoint Joe Remillard to the Waterways Commission for the alternate position, to expire March 31, 2027
To appoint Joe Remillard to the Waterways Commission for the alternate position, to expire March 31, 2027
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Joe Remillard to the Waterways Commission for the alternate position, to expire March 31, 2027. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Allan Fisk to the Zoning By-Law Study Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Allan Fisk to the Zoning By-Law Study Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Allan Fisk to the Zoning By-Law Study Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Brien Hines to the Zoning By-Law Study Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
To appoint Brien Hines to the Zoning By-Law Study Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to appoint Brien Hines to the Zoning By-Law Study Committee for a full-term to expire March 31, 2029. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Appoint Michael McGee to the Cape Cod Commission for a term to expire April 24, 2029
To appoint Michael McGee to the Cape Cod Commission for a term to expire April 24, 2029
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to appoint Michael McGee to the Cape Cod Commission for a term to expire April 24, 2029. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Adjourn at 4:17 PM
To adjourn at 4:17 PM
From the minutes
“Jim Plath moved to adjourn at 4:17 PM. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, 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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