MassVoter.com← Dennis Select BoardDennis Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
April 28, 2026
24 recorded votes, 18 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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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.
Every vote, in order
Enter into executive session at 4:00 PM and to return at 4:30 PM
To enter into executive session at 4:00 PM and to return at 4:30 PM
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to enter into executive session at 4:00 PM and to return at 4:30 PM. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
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
“Carlyn Carey moved to close the public hearing. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for the Transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License on Weekdays for the hours of 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM and Sundays for the hours...
To approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for the Transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License on Weekdays for the hours of 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM and Sundays for the hours of 10:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for the Transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License on Weekdays for the hours of 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM and Sundays for the hours of 10:00 AM to 1:00 AM. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Carey)
Approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for the Transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License
To approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for the Transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License. The manager on site will be Theodore Zambelis
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for the Transfer of a Seasonal All Alcohol License. The manager on site will be Theodore Zambelis. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Carey)
Approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for an Alteration to Premise
To approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for an Alteration to Premise
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for an Alteration to Premise. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Carey)
Approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for a Weekday Entertainment License Monday through Saturday for the hours of 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM indoors; and Monday through...
To approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for a Weekday Entertainment License Monday through Saturday for the hours of 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM indoors; and Monday through Saturday for the hours of 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM outdoors; and Sunday Entertainment License for the hours of 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM indoors and 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM outdoors; including the special condition for all speakers to face away from eastward neighborhoods
Paul McCormick stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chris Lambton moved to approve the application of Brodie Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Lighthouse Inn for a Weekday Entertainment License Monday through Saturday for the hours of 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM indoors; and Monday through Saturday for the hours of 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM outdoors; and Sunday Entertainment License for the hours of 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM indoors and 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM outdoors; including the special condition for all speakers to face away from eastward neighborhoods. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously.” (Motion: Lambton, second: Carey)
Approve the Licensing Agreement with A.A. Will Corporation, Inc. to grant temporary access to Bass River Park for Bass River Bridge Replacement Project
To approve the Licensing Agreement with A.A. Will Corporation, Inc. to grant temporary access to Bass River Park for Bass River Bridge Replacement Project
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to approve the Licensing Agreement with A.A. Will Corporation, Inc. to grant temporary access to Bass River Park for Bass River Bridge Replacement Project. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Approve the installation of (1) Joint Owned Pole #60/8.5 in the public way of Inman Road to replace the existing decaying pole on the private property at 65 Inman Road
To approve the installation of (1) Joint Owned Pole #60/8.5 in the public way of Inman Road to replace the existing decaying pole on the private property at 65 Inman Road
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 installation of (1) Joint Owned Pole #60/8.5 in the public way of Inman Road to replace the existing decaying pole on the private property at 65 Inman Road. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute contract for Pound Pond project in the amount of $3,319,644.25
To authorize the Town Administrator to execute contract for Pound Pond project in the amount of $3,319,644.25
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 authorize the Town Administrator to execute contract for Pound Pond project in the amount of $3,319,644.25. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Authorize that the Town Administrator to execute contract for Dennis Highlands Golf Course Cart Barn Renovation in the amount of $505,000.00
To authorize that the Town Administrator to execute contract for Dennis Highlands Golf Course Cart Barn Renovation in the amount of $505,000.00
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
“Jim Plath moved to authorize that the Town Administrator to execute contract for Dennis Highlands Golf Course Cart Barn Renovation in the amount of $505,000.00. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Plath, second: Terrio)
Amend the existing Buy Recycled Policy and replace it with the new Sustainable Purchase Policy
To amend the existing Buy Recycled Policy and replace it with the new Sustainable Purchase Policy
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 amend the existing Buy Recycled Policy and replace it with the new Sustainable Purchase Policy. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Approve the extension of the Community Preservation Committee Grant Agreement to the Dennis Housing Authority with an end date of December 31, 2028
To approve the extension of the Community Preservation Committee Grant Agreement to the Dennis Housing Authority with an end date of December 31, 2028
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 extension of the Community Preservation Committee Grant Agreement to the Dennis Housing Authority with an end date of December 31, 2028. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Endorse the Town Engineer's application for CPC funding for the development of Port Side Community Park located at 187 Upper County Road
The Select Board endorse the Town Engineer's application for CPC funding for the development of Port Side Community Park located at 187 Upper County Road
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 that the Select Board endorse the Town Engineer's application for CPC funding for the development of Port Side Community Park located at 187 Upper County Road. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Extend the lease agreement for Bits to Bridles Farm, located at 812 Route 134 for an additional five years
To extend the lease agreement for Bits to Bridles Farm, located at 812 Route 134 for an additional five years
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 extend the lease agreement for Bits to Bridles Farm, located at 812 Route 134 for an additional five years. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Reappoint Susan McKinney as the Treasurer/Collector for a term to expire March 31, 2027
To reappoint Susan McKinney as the Treasurer/Collector for a term to expire March 31, 2027
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 reappoint Susan McKinney as the Treasurer/Collector for a term to expire March 31, 2027. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Reappoint Patricia Corcoran to the Board of Registrars for a term to expire March 31, 2029
To reappoint Patricia Corcoran to the Board of Registrars for a term to expire March 31, 2029
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 reappoint Patricia Corcoran to the Board of Registrars for a term to expire March 31, 2029. Carlyn Carey seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: Carey)
Approve the Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant License for Fin until November 30, 2026
To approve the Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant License for Fin until November 30, 2026
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 Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant License for Fin until November 30, 2026. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Invite residents to submit nominations and instructed Town administration to develop nomination procedures for that process
To invite residents to submit nominations and instructed Town administration to develop nomination procedures for that process
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 invite residents to submit nominations and instructed Town administration to develop nomination procedures for that process. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Support Article 22: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Unit A Union Agreement
To support Article 22: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Unit A Union Agreement
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to support Article 22: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Unit A Union Agreement. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Support Article 23: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Unit A Agreement
To support Article 23: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Unit A Agreement
From the minutes
“Paul McCormick moved to support Article 23: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Unit A Agreement. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: McCormick, second: Terrio)
Support Article 24: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Unit B Agreement
To support Article 24: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Unit B Agreement
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to support Article 24: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Unit B Agreement. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Support Article 25: Mass Laborers' District Council (MLDC) Union Agreement
To support Article 25: Mass Laborers' District Council (MLDC) Union Agreement
From the minutes
“John Terrio moved to support Article 25: Mass Laborers' District Council (MLDC) Union Agreement. Paul McCormick seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously in favor. Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Terrio, second: McCormick)
Approve the March 24, 2026 Select Board meeting minutes as presented
To approve the March 24, 2026 Select Board meeting minutes as presented
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 March 24, 2026 Select Board meeting minutes as presented. John Terrio seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously. Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, second: Terrio)
Adjourn to executive session at 6:51 PM and to not return
To adjourn to executive session at 6:51 PM and to not return
Yes: Carey, Lambton, Plath, TerrioThe roll call does not list Paul McCormick, who was on the attendance line; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Carlyn Carey moved to adjourn to executive session at 6:51 PM and to not return. John Terrio seconded the motion. Terrio aye, Lambton aye, Carey aye, Plath aye. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Carey, 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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