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July 10, 2023
23 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Nancy Taylor, Scott Zylinski, Onjalé Scott Price, Doug Brown, Robert Mascali
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Chair Taylor called the open session to order at 6:00 p.m.
Convene the executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A s. 21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to litigation Megansett Land Court Registration M.G.L. c. 30A s. 21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy...
To convene the executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A s. 21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to litigation Megansett Land Court Registration M.G.L. c. 30A s. 21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining - AFSCME Unit C because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations.
The roll call does not give a vote for Nancy Taylor, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price motioned to convene the executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A s. 21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to litigation Megansett Land Court Registration M.G.L. c. 30A s. 21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining - AFSCME Unit C because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations. Mr. Zylinski 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. Mascali, aye; Mr. Brown, aye; Ms. Scott Price, aye; Mr. Zylinski, aye..” (Motion: Price, second: Zylinski)
Cape Cod Water Protection Collaborative Peter McConarty through 6/30/24.
Appoint Mr. McConarty to a term ending 6/30/24
To appoint Mr. McConarty to a term ending 6/30/24.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to appoint Mr. McConarty to a term ending 6/30/24. Mr. Mascali seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Upper Cape Regional Water Supply Cooperative 3-year term
Appoint Michael Reghitto to a term ending 6/30/24
To appoint Michael Reghitto to a term ending 6/30/24.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to appoint Michael Reghitto to a term ending 6/30/24. Mr. Mascali seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. NO-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station Peter McConarty worked for the Town for 17 years, Falmouth operated it as the main
Appoint Mr. McConarty to a term ending 6/30/24
To appoint Mr. McConarty to a term ending 6/30/24.
From the minutes
“Mr. Zylinski made a motion to appoint Mr. McConarty to a term ending 6/30/24. Mr. Brown seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. N-0..” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Brown)
Waterways Committee Wayne "Rocky" Geyer told the Select Board he can do a good job; manage waterways costs
Appoint Mr. Geyer to a term ending 6/30/26
To appoint Mr. Geyer to a term ending 6/30/26. Ms. Scott Price Seconded the motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to appoint Mr. Geyer to a term ending 6/30/26. Ms. Scott Price Seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown)
Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Committee
Appoint Dr. Faiman-Silva
To appoint Dr. Faiman-Silva.
From the minutes
“Mr. Mascali made a motion to appoint Dr. Faiman-Silva. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Mascali, second: Price)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Close the hearing
To close the hearing. Mr. Brown asked for guidance on record keeping. Mr. Renshaw said that supportive evidence of violation is helpful, including video. Video evidence would be important for future public hearings and he encouraged submission of video documentation when possible. Attorney Beaton noted they take these issues seriously. He will make himself available and they will do their best to get the Select Board the information needed. In the past, over three years ago, while working on a prior application he was in touch with Ms. Lichter. He has not heard from anyone in several years. Attorney Beaton received an email Friday from Ms. Lichter and had a conversation with her today. Ms. Lichter noted all prior conversations with Attorney Beaton were regarding complaints in 2020 and 2021, there has not been communication from the Black Dog to her or any other neighbor regarding the application since the previous Select Board told them to return only when they have a conversation with the neighborhood, but that never took place. There was no conversation about this current application.
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price motion to close the hearing..” (Motion: Price)
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price made a motion to close the hearing. Mr. Zylinski seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Price, second: Zylinski)
Approve the license under the condition that the music is with limited amplification and the sound to remain within the property
To approve the license under the condition that the music is with limited amplification and the sound to remain within the property.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve the license under the condition that the music is with limited amplification and the sound to remain within the property. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Vote to authorize year-end budget transfers under MA General Law c. 44 § 33B Director of Finance Ed Senteio addressed th
Authorize the year-end budget transfers under MA General Law c. 44 section 33B
To authorize the year-end budget transfers under MA General Law c. 44 section 33B.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price made a motion to authorize the year-end budget transfers under MA General Law c. 44 section 33B. Mr. Mascali seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Price, second: Mascali)
Vote to approve request from Lauren Weiss and Nicole Benardete, the managers of Cobalt Partners LLC, and owners of 23 Sp
Have the fence removed out of the roadway on both sides and only encroach into the vegetated area
To have the fence removed out of the roadway on both sides and only encroach into the vegetated area.
Yes: Brown, Mascali, Price, TaylorNo: Zylinski
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to have the fence removed out of the roadway on both sides and only encroach into the vegetated area. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes- 4. No-1 (Mr. Zylinski).” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Vote to approve request from New Silver Beach Improvement Association for a Grant of License to remove seaweed from town
Approve the request
To approve the request.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve the request. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Application for a Change of Manager and a Change of DBA of a Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License - MPG Corporati
Approve the Application for a Change of Manager and a Change of DBA of a Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License
To approve the Application for a Change of Manager and a Change of DBA of a Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price made a motion to approve the Application for a Change of Manager and a Change of DBA of a Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License. Mr. Zylinski seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Price, second: Zylinski)
Application for a Common Victualler License - The Tea Room, LLC d/b/a The Tea Room, to be exercised at 196 Crystal Sprin
Approve the Application for a Common Victualler License
To approve the Application for a Common Victualler License.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve the Application for a Common Victualler License. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Rescind tonight's previous vote on this application
To rescind tonight's previous vote on this application.
Yes: Brown, Mascali, Taylor, ZylinskiNo: Price
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to rescind tonight's previous vote on this application. Mr. Zylinski seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-4. No-1 (Ms. Scott Price).” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Approve the application as submitted, except to curtail outside dining after 9 p.m
To approve the application as submitted, except to curtail outside dining after 9 p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve the application as submitted, except to curtail outside dining after 9 p.m. Mr. Mascali seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Approve a Letter of Support to the Massachusetts DOT for the design and construction of a pedestrian walkway along a seg
Approve the letter of support
To approve the letter of support.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve the letter of support. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Vote to authorize project eligibility letter for 40B comprehensive permit site approval application: 300-Unit rental hou
Authorize the Town Manager to send the letter and include that the Select Board is unable to support it as presented and appoint Mr. Brown to work with the Town Manager's Office to get this letter...
To authorize the Town Manager to send the letter and include that the Select Board is unable to support it as presented and appoint Mr. Brown to work with the Town Manager's Office to get this letter out by 7/14/23.
Yes: Brown, Mascali, Taylor, ZylinskiNo: Price
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to send the letter and include that the Select Board is unable to support it as presented and appoint Mr. Brown to work with the Town Manager's Office to get this letter out by 7/14/23. Mr. Zylinski seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-4. No1 (Ms. Scott Price).” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Vote to accept donation in the amount of $600.00 from the Teaticket Civic Association to the Veterans' Services Departme
Approve the consent agenda
To approve the consent agenda.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Mr. Zylinski seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Price, second: Zylinski)
Public Session - August 8, 2022
Approve minutes: Public Session - August 8, 2022
To approve.
Yes: Brown, Price, Taylor, ZylinskiAbstained: Mascali
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-4. No-0. Abstain:1. (Mr. Mascali).” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
To approve.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Executive Session - May 22. 2023
Approve minutes: Executive Session - May 22. 2023
To approve and not release.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown made a motion to approve and not release. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Brown, second: Price)
Adjourn at approximately 9:17 p.m
To adjourn at approximately 9:17 p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Zylinski made a motion to adjourn at approximately 9:17 p.m. Ms. Scott Price seconded the motion. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Price)
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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