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February 26, 2018
39 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Susan Moran, Megan English Braga, Doug Jones, Sam Patterson, Doug Brown
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Convene the executive session under 1
To convene the executive session under 1. M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - Discuss resolution of all turbine litigation. 2. M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(6) - Status/update on potential purchase of Lyberty Green Project site because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations.
The roll call lists Megan English Braga, but the minutes show this member as not present (Megan English Braga is listed as absent for this vote). Showing the count only. The count lists Megan English Braga as absent for this vote, so Megan English Braga is left out of it.
From the minutes
“Chair Moran called the open session to order at 6:30 p.m. and motioned to convene the executive session under 1. M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - Discuss resolution of all turbine litigation. 2. M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(6) - Status/update on potential purchase of Lyberty Green Project site because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations. Mr. Jones seconded the motion. It was `followed by a unanimous roll call vote in Open Session to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the above-listed items, and to return to Open Session after discussion. Roll call vote: Mr. Brown, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. English Braga, aye; Chairman Moran, aye; Mr. Jones, aye. Absent: Ms. English Braga..” (Motion: Moran, second: Jones)
Proclamations: Eagle Scout - Jonathan W. Decker
Proclamations: Eagle Scout - Jonathan W. Decker
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From the minutes
“The proclamation in the packet was read as a motion by Mr. Patterson. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Of recognition in the packet as a motion
Of recognition in the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones read the certificate of recognition in the packet as a motion. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Of recognition in the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga read the certificate of recognition in the packet as a motion. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Jones)
Approve Eversource Energy and Verizon New England, Inc. petition to install one new pole (#10/74.25) on Sandwich Road, n
Deny the request
To deny the request.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to deny the request. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Approve Eversource Energy and Verizon New England, Inc. petition to install one new pole (#86/10.5) on Hinckley Road, we
Approve Eversource Energy and Verizon New England, Inc. petition to install one new pole (#86/10.5) on Hinckley Road, west of Little Harbor Road
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Approve Pre-Proposal for a NOAA Coastal Resiliency Grant Application for the Coonamessett River Restoration
Approve Pre-Proposal for a NOAA Coastal Resiliency Grant Application for the Coonamessett River Restoration
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Authorize the Town Manager to expend $8,700 from Article 17 (April 2011 Town Meeting) to fund two items. The first item
Authorize the Town Manager to expend $8,700 from Article 17 (April 2011 Town Meeting) to fund two items
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Brown)
Approve Water Main Extension Agreement Pansecoy Lane, East Falmouth According to Mr. Suso, Steve Rafferty worked with At
Approve Water Main Extension Agreement Pansecoy Lane, East Falmouth According to Mr. Suso, Steve Rafferty worked with Attorney Duffy to extend service to benefited
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Vote to Re-Open Chapter 91 License Hearing of February 12, 2018 - 59 Childs River Road, East Falmouth - James Milligan,
Re-Open Chapter 91 License Hearing of February 12, 2018 - 59 Childs River Road, East Falmouth - James Milligan, Jr. and Erica Milligan
To reopen.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to reopen. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Wedding Ceremony - Old Silver Beach - Andrews/Brown - Saturday, 9/15/18
Wedding Ceremony - Old Silver Beach - Andrews/Brown - Saturday, 9/15/18
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Application for New On-Premise Liquor License for a Farmer-Brewery - Aquatic Brewing, LLC, 661 Main Street, Falmouth
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Application for New On-Premise Liquor License for a Farmer-Brewery - Aquatic Brewing, LLC, 661 Main Street, Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
For 4 conditions and then amended to three conditions
For 4 conditions and then amended to three conditions.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion for 4 conditions and then amended to three conditions. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Application for New On-Premise Liquor License for a Farmer-Winery - Cape Cod Winery, Inc., 4 Oxbow Road, East Falmouth
Application for New On-Premise Liquor License for a Farmer-Winery - Cape Cod Winery, Inc., 4 Oxbow Road, East Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to Establish Fee for On-Premise Farmer-Brewery and On-Premise Farmer-Winery Pouring Licenses Proposed fee $1200 for
$400 for 50 or less seats and $800 for 51 or greater seats
$400 for 50 or less seats and $800 for 51 or greater seats.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion $400 for 50 or less seats and $800 for 51 or greater seats. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Recreation Committee Richard Boles, 14 Journeys End Road, he is a retired teacher, and has experience in coaching.
Appoint to a term ending 6/30/18
To appoint to a term ending 6/30/18.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to appoint to a term ending 6/30/18. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approve Request for Sign Variance - Promotional Signage - Molly's Parking
Approve Request for Sign Variance - Promotional Signage - Molly's Parking
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
Approve 2018 Annual License Renewals: Livery Licenses
Approve 2018 Annual License Renewals: Livery Licenses
Approval.
From the minutes
“Dr. Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Vote Article Recommendations for April 2018 Annual Town Meeting Mr. Suso reviewed the articles.
Recommend Article 7
To recommend Article 7.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown motion to recommend Article 7. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Patterson)
Recommend Article 23
To recommend Article 23.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to recommend Article 23. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Recommend Article 24
To recommend Article 24.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to recommend Article 24. Second Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Brown)
Recommend Article 25
To recommend Article 25.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to recommend Article 25. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Recommend Article 26
To recommend Article 26.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to recommend Article 26. Second Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Brown)
Recommend Article 27
To recommend Article 27.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to recommend Article 27. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Recommend Article 28
To recommend Article 28.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to recommend Article 28. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Indefinite postponement of Article 29
Indefinite postponement of Article 29.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion indefinite postponement of Article 29. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Indefinite postponement of Article 32
Indefinite postponement of Article 32.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion indefinite postponement of Article 32. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Jones)
Recommend Article 38
To recommend Article 38.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to recommend Article 38. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Recommend Article 39
To recommend Article 39.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to recommend Article 39. Second Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Brown)
Recommend Article 33
To recommend Article 33.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown motion to recommend Article 33. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Patterson)
Make recommendation from the floor for Articles 34, 35, and 36 if a recommendation from the BOS is needed
To make recommendation from the floor for Articles 34, 35, and 36 if a recommendation from the BOS is needed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to make recommendation from the floor for Articles 34, 35, and 36 if a recommendation from the BOS is needed. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Continued Review and Discussion of Town Manager Future Goals and Discussion of Merit Increase Mr. Suso reviewed the Town
Accept the amended recommendations conceptually and the Town Manager will amend
To accept the amended recommendations conceptually and the Town Manager will amend.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to accept the amended recommendations conceptually and the Town Manager will amend. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Extend the Town Manager's contract to 2021
To extend the Town Manager's contract to 2021.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to extend the Town Manager's contract to 2021. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Jones)
Minutes of Meetings: Public Session
Minutes of Meetings: Public Session
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Approval and not release.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval and not release. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Approval with changes and not release
Approval with changes and not release.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval with changes and not release. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Review and/or Discuss Correspondence Received
Adjourn at 11:04 p.m
To adjourn at 11:04 p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to adjourn at 11:04 p.m. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Braga)
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