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February 22, 2021
34 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Megan English Braga, Doug Brown, Sam Patterson, Doug Jones, Nancy Taylor
Absent: None
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Change of License Type Lodging House License - Inn on the Square - 40 North Main Street, Falmouth
Change of License Type Lodging House License - Inn on the Square - 40 North Main Street, Falmouth
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Pledge of Collateral (Wine and Malt Package Store License) - M.A. Friends, Inc. d/b/a Jack in the Beanstalk - 800 Giffor
Pledge of Collateral (Wine and Malt Package Store License) - M.A. Friends, Inc. d/b/a Jack in the Beanstalk - 800 Gifford Street Extension, Falmouth
To accept.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to accept. Second Mr. Brown. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Brown)
Approve request for Grant of License for existing stone wall within the public right of way at 200 Moorland Road
Approve request for Grant of License for existing stone wall within the public right of way at 200 Moorland Road
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to lease Emerald House to Cape Cod Cape Verdean Museum and Cultural Society The Board directed staff to prepare a r
Lease Emerald House to Cape Cod Cape Verdean Museum and Cultural Society The Board directed staff to prepare a request for proposals for leasing this building, limited
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Authorization to accept RDP recycling grant funds and execute intergovernmental agreement between the Commonwealth of Ma
Authorization to accept RDP recycling grant funds and execute intergovernmental agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and the
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to authorize application for 2021 Municipal Cybersecurity Awareness Grant Program funds
Authorize application for 2021 Municipal Cybersecurity Awareness Grant Program funds
To authorize.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to authorize. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to authorize Intergovernmental Agreement and Lease Agreement between Plymouth County and Town of Falmouth for renta
Authorize Intergovernmental Agreement and Lease Agreement between Plymouth County and Town of Falmouth for rental of dredge excavator, and authorize the Town Manager to sign the
To authorize.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to authorize. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote and execute Notice of Lien for demolition of unsafe structure at 630 Waquoit Highway House that was supposed to be
Execute Notice of Lien for demolition of unsafe structure at 630 Waquoit Highway House that was supposed to be demolished, issues with asbestos and ruptured oil tank, remediation
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to approve expenditure of $500.00 from the Human Services Donation Account for a jointly sponsored program with Gos
Approve expenditure of $500.00 from the Human Services Donation Account for a jointly sponsored program with Gosnold
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to adopt and execute Confirmatory Order of Taking for William Road
Adopt and execute
To adopt and execute.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to adopt and execute. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote to authorize application to Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) for an electric vehicle
Authorize the application
To authorize the application.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to authorize the application. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
The Select Board notes that this Special Permit will be recorded at the Registry of Deeds and will run with the land. Wh
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Ms. Taylor. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Taylor)
Approval of the conditions and findings
Approval of the conditions and findings.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval of the conditions and findings. Second Mr. Patterson, Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approval of the application
Approval of the application.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval of the application. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
No float, boat or other watercraft berthed on Balas' float, or any portion or appendage thereof (e.g., props, engine ske
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Ms. Taylor. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Taylor)
Approval of the conditions and findings
To approval of the conditions and findings.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to approval of the conditions and findings. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approval of the application
Approval of the application.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval of the application. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
The Select Board notes that this Special Permit will be recorded at the Registry of Deeds and will run with the land. Wh
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approval of the conditions and findings
Approval of the conditions and findings.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval of the conditions and findings. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approval of the application
Approval of the application.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval of the application. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Dundulis may maintain floats 6' x 16' and 6' x 20' parallel to the existing bulkhead as shown on a plan entitled "18 Tas
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approval of the conditions and findings
Approval of the conditions and findings.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval of the conditions and findings. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approval application
Approval application.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval application. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Approve findings as read with amendments to make it appropriate for that application
To approve findings as read with amendments to make it appropriate for that application. Further discussion: Mr. Patterson noted all parties represented by attorneys that say this is acceptable to them. No enforcement agent around there to make sure it is exactly how it is worded. Ms. Taylor noted they are supposed to manage the space they have, not about who can use it and who cannot as long as they stay within their space. Not about who can come and go as long as it's in your space and does not encroach in anyone else's space. Space itself cannot be rented out separately. Individual space cannot be rented out. Findings and Conditions: In accordance with what was previously presented and submitted with names changed to fit this particular hearing.
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to approve findings as read with amendments to make it appropriate for that application..” (Motion: Jones)
Dundulis may maintain floats 6' x 16' and 6' x 20' parallel to the existing bulkhead as shown on a plan entitled "18 Tashmoo Drive in East Falmouth" prepared by Cape & Islands Engineering, Inc., dated
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval. Second Mr. Brown. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Brown)
Application for a New Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler License - 71 Water Street, Inc. dba The Woods H
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to close the hearing. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Application for a New Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler License - 71 Water Street, Inc. dba The Woods Hole Wharf, 71 Water Street, Woods Hole
Approval.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Interview, vote and appoint committee member: Council on Aging - Elizabeth (Betsy) Hike
Appoint Ms. Hike to a term ending 6/30/22
To appoint Ms. Hike to a term ending 6/30/22.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to appoint Ms. Hike to a term ending 6/30/22. Second Ms. Taylor. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Taylor)
The Select Board, acting as trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Trust, award $260,000 to construct four affordable single family houses on Lewis Neck Road contingent on road improvement...
The Select Board, acting as trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Trust, award $260,000 to construct four affordable single family houses on Lewis Neck Road contingent on road improvement being done, noting limitations the organization may have regarding the road.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion the Select Board, acting as trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Trust, award $260,000 to construct four affordable single family houses on Lewis Neck Road contingent on road improvement being done, noting limitations the organization may have regarding the road. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Vote authorization to proceed to Planning Board for ANR Plan for 86,000 SF lot as shown at 860 Sandwich Road for future
Proceed to the Planning Board
To proceed to the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to proceed to the Planning Board. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Status update/discussion on disposition of wind turbines Mr. Suso noted Atty. Chris Morog, discussing options and altern
The board agrees to authorize proceeding with a qualified consultant to assist in the process of a cost estimate or payment to the Town for disposition and removal of the wind turbines under...
The board agrees to authorize proceeding with a qualified consultant to assist in the process of a cost estimate or payment to the Town for disposition and removal of the wind turbines under MGLc30s39M and the creation of the necessary bid documents.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motioned the board agrees to authorize proceeding with a qualified consultant to assist in the process of a cost estimate or payment to the Town for disposition and removal of the wind turbines under MGLc30s39M and the creation of the necessary bid documents. Second Ms. Taylor. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Taylor)
Status update - former Senior Center building at 300 Dillingham Road and request to authorize issuance of Request for Pr
Authorize issuance of an RFP
To authorize issuance of an RFP.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to authorize issuance of an RFP. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
Review and Vote to Approve Minutes of Meetings: Public Session - January 11, 2021
Approve Minutes of Meetings: Public Session - January 11, 2021
To approve and release for public access.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion to approve and release for public access. Second Mr. Jones. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Jones)
Town Manager's Report Mr. Suso attended Mayflower Wind Virtual Town Hall, Finance Committee Meeting, reminded next
Adjourn at approximately 11:36 pm
To adjourn at approximately 11:36 pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jones motion to adjourn at approximately 11:36 pm. Second Mr. Patterson. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Jones, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Taylor, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Chair English Braga, aye..” (Motion: Jones, second: Patterson)
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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