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June 3, 2019
40 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Megan English Braga, Doug Brown, Susan Moran, Doug Jones, Sam Patterson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Reorganization of the Board of Selectmen
Appoint Ms. English Braga as the BOS Chair
To appoint Ms. English Braga as the BOS Chair.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to appoint Ms. English Braga as the BOS Chair. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Appoint Mr. Brown as the BOS Vice Chair
To appoint Mr. Brown as the BOS Vice Chair.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to appoint Mr. Brown as the BOS Vice Chair. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Eagle Scout Patrick Peterson, Troop 40
In the packet as a motion
In the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson read the proclamation in the packet as a motion. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Jones)
Day of Portugal - June 8, 2019
In the packet as a motion
In the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown read the proclamation in the packet as a motion. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Jones)
Application for Change of Address of Taxi License - Falmouth Taxi - 424 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth
Application for Change of Address of Taxi License - Falmouth Taxi - 424 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Application for New Common Victualler License - The Village Café of West Falmouth, located at 634 Rt. 28A, West Falmouth
Application for New Common Victualler License - The Village Café of West Falmouth, located at 634 Rt. 28A, West Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Application for Change of Manager of an All Alcoholic Common Victualler License - Falmouth Raw Bar, located at 56 Scrant
Application for Change of Manager of an All Alcoholic Common Victualler License - Falmouth Raw Bar, located at 56 Scranton Avenue, Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Application for Three, Special One-Day Wine and Malt Liquor License - Silver Beach Improvement Association, Inc. - Summe
Application for Three, Special One-Day Wine and Malt Liquor License - Silver Beach Improvement Association, Inc. - Summer Socials - Tennis Courts on Corner of West Ave. and
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Application for Special One-Day Wine and Malt Liquor License - Tropical Events - Cape Cod Jerk Fest - Cape Cod Fairgroun
Application for Special One-Day Wine and Malt Liquor License - Tropical Events - Cape Cod Jerk Fest - Cape Cod Fairgrounds, 1220 Nathan Ellis Hwy. - Sunday 6/23/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Application for Special One-Day Wine and Malt Liquor License - Falmouth Arts Center - Summer Gala Fundraiser - Falmouth
Application for Special One-Day Wine and Malt Liquor License - Falmouth Arts Center - Summer Gala Fundraiser - Falmouth Art Center, 137 Gifford St. - Friday, 7/12/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Moran)
Application for New Second-Hand Dealer License - Modern Day Fairy Tale, located at Home Again Consignment Shop, 94 E. Fa
Application for New Second-Hand Dealer License - Modern Day Fairy Tale, located at Home Again Consignment Shop, 94 E. Falmouth Hwy., E. Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Moran)
Vote to Approve request from the Substance Abuse Commission to Change its Name to The Falmouth Commission on Substance U
Approve request from the Substance Abuse Commission to Change its Name to The Falmouth Commission on Substance Use
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Vote to Accept Easement from Lloyd Keigwin for New Access Right of Way to Bikeway Parking Lot at County Road North Falmo
Accept Easement from Lloyd Keigwin for New Access Right of Way to Bikeway Parking Lot at County Road North Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Authorize Beach Department Grant Application for Awards Banquet Bruce Mogardo, Beach Superintendent, since 1981 they hav
Authorize Beach Department Grant Application for Awards Banquet Bruce Mogardo, Beach Superintendent, since 1981 they have had an awards banquet to show
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Vote to Approve Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund Request for CPA Funds Carla Feroni, Falmouth Housing Coordinator, askin
Approve Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund Request for CPA Funds Carla Feroni, Falmouth Housing Coordinator, asking for submission to the CPC for request to
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Brown)
Special Events Recurring - Recommended:
Special Events Recurring - Recommended
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Paul White Memorial Road Race - Scott Muma - North Falmouth Library Grounds & North Falmouth - Saturday, 7/6/1
Paul White Memorial Road Race - Scott Muma - North Falmouth Library Grounds & North Falmouth - Saturday, 7/6/1
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Waquoit Congregational Church Summer Bazaar - Waquoit Congregational Church - One-way traffic on Parsons Lane - Thursday
Waquoit Congregational Church Summer Bazaar - Waquoit Congregational Church - One-way traffic on Parsons Lane - Thursday - Saturday, 7/11/19 - 7/13/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Ride for Homes - Adrianne Wytas, Habitat for Humanity - Cape Cod Canal to Bike Path to Cape Cod Canal - Sunday, 9/22/19
Ride for Homes - Adrianne Wytas, Habitat for Humanity - Cape Cod Canal to Bike Path to Cape Cod Canal - Sunday, 9/22/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Juneteenth Festival - Hauke Kite-Powell, Woods Hole Diversity Advisory Committee - Peg Noonan Park - Saturday, 6/15/19
Juneteenth Festival - Hauke Kite-Powell, Woods Hole Diversity Advisory Committee - Peg Noonan Park - Saturday, 6/15/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Harbor Lights Illumination Nights Free Concert Series - Lillian Kazanis, Cape Cod Music Festival - Bandshell - Saturdays
Harbor Lights Illumination Nights Free Concert Series - Lillian Kazanis, Cape Cod Music Festival - Bandshell - Saturdays, 6/29, 7/20, 8/17 & 9/21/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Fashion Show - Samantha Peters, Inspiration is Everywhere Inc. - Main Street sidewalks - Saturday, 8/10/19
Hold until the next meeting for more information on how this event will work
To hold until the next meeting for more information on how this event will work.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown motion to hold until the next meeting for more information on how this event will work. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Moran)
Falmouth 4 Christ - Elle Amanco, Revival Church for the Nations - Marina Park - Saturday, 9/7/19
Falmouth 4 Christ - Elle Amanco, Revival Church for the Nations - Marina Park - Saturday, 9/7/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Wedding Parking - Melinda Chapin - Menauhant Beach East Parking Lot - Saturday, 9/7/19
Wedding Parking - Melinda Chapin - Menauhant Beach East Parking Lot - Saturday, 9/7/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Wedding Ceremony - Judith Roth - Menauhant Beach East Parking Lot - Saturday, 9/28/19
Wedding Ceremony - Judith Roth - Menauhant Beach East Parking Lot - Saturday, 9/28/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Wedding Ceremony - Jared Franklin - Old Silver Beach - Friday, 5/8/20
Wedding Ceremony - Jared Franklin - Old Silver Beach - Friday, 5/8/20
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Wedding Ceremony - William Lippincott - Chapoquoit Beach - Sunday, 9/22/19
Wedding Ceremony - William Lippincott - Chapoquoit Beach - Sunday, 9/22/19
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Continue the hearing to the next BOS meeting at 7:30 pm in order to take more comments
To continue the hearing to the next BOS meeting at 7:30 pm in order to take more comments.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to continue the hearing to the next BOS meeting at 7:30 pm in order to take more comments. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Accept recommendation of the Beach Committee for resident parking only
To accept recommendation of the Beach Committee for resident parking only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown motion to accept recommendation of the Beach Committee for resident parking only. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Moran)
Request from Falmouth Housing Corporation for a Waiver of the Building Permit Fees for the Gifford Workforce Housing Pro
Request from Falmouth Housing Corporation for a Waiver of the Building Permit Fees for the Gifford Workforce Housing Project, 591 Gifford Street, Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Request for Sign Variance - John Wesley United Methodist Church - Promotional Signage for Events: Vacation Bible School,
Request for Sign Variance - John Wesley United Methodist Church - Promotional Signage for Events: Vacation Bible School, Spaghetti Dinner, Clothing Sale, and Christmas Fair
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Brown)
Request for Sign Variance and License - The 300 Committee - To place a sign for the Two Ponds Conservation Area within t
Request for Sign Variance and License - The 300 Committee - To place a sign for the Two Ponds Conservation Area within the Gifford Street road layout
Approval.
Doug Brown stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. Moran motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-4. No-0. Recused-1 (Mr. Brown)..” (Motion: Moran, second: Patterson)
Request for Sign Variance - St. Barnabas Episcopal Church - On-Premise Promotional Sign for Lobsteron-the-Lawn
Request for Sign Variance - St. Barnabas Episcopal Church - On-Premise Promotional Sign for Lobsteron-the-Lawn
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Moran)
Thomas Renshaw
Approval of those listed 1-e
Approval of those listed 1-e.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval of those listed 1-e. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Moran)
Approve 2019 Annual/Seasonal License Renewals: Common Victualler License
Approve 2019 Annual/Seasonal License Renewals: Common Victualler License
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
Discussion of draft agenda for the Community Forum: Treatment Facilities and Sober Houses Mr. Johnson-Staub referred to
Proceed with the agenda as is but edit the top regarding the time, Chief Small, and Tuesday June 11
To proceed with the agenda as is but edit the top regarding the time, Chief Small, and Tuesday June 11.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to proceed with the agenda as is but edit the top regarding the time, Chief Small, and Tuesday June 11. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Public Session December 17, 2018
Approve minutes: Public Session December 17, 2018
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Moran)
Review of Approved Executive Session Minutes and Vote to Release Already approved, just releasing them.
Release of the minutes
To release of the minutes.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to release of the minutes. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Jones)
Individual Selectmen's Reports - Consideration of rescheduling date of the Strategic Planning Retreat from June 10 to Ju
Individual Selectmen's Reports - Consideration of rescheduling date of the Strategic Planning Retreat from June 10 to June 24
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Mr. Jones. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Jones)
Review and/or Discuss Correspondence Received
Adjourn at 9:44 pm
To adjourn at 9:44 pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to adjourn at 9:44 pm. Second Ms. Moran. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Jones, second: Moran)
From the Falmouth Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agenda and Meeting Management portal (CivicClerk), linked from the Select Board page. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Falmouth Enterprise (capenews.net), by Gene M. Marchand and Devin Ankeney, and an Enterprise campaign photo of Heather Goldstone.
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