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June 3, 2024
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Nancy Taylor, Scott Zylinski, Doug Brown, Robert Mascali, Heather Goldstone
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Mascali; Heather M. H. Goldstone Absent: None
Reappoint Nancy Robbins Taylor as Chair of the Select Board
To reappoint Nancy Robbins Taylor as Chair of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To reappoint Nancy Robbins Taylor as Chair of the Select Board. Second: Mr. Mascali Roll Call Vote: Zalinski: Aye Brown: Aye Mascali: Aye Goldstone: Aye Taylor: Aye.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Mascali)
Reappoint Scott Zylinski as Vice Chair of the Select Board
To reappoint Scott Zylinski as Vice Chair of the Select Board. Discussion: Mr. Brown suggested allowing Mr. Mascali to be Vice Chair, due to Mr. Zylinski's potential work conflicts. Mr. Zylinski stated that he has structured his work in order to handle the Vice Chair role.
From the minutes
“Motion by Chair Taylor: To reappoint Scott Zylinski as Vice Chair of the Select Board. Discussion: Mr. Brown suggested allowing Mr. Mascali to be Vice Chair, due to Mr. Zylinski's potential work conflicts. Mr. Zylinski stated that he has structured his work in order to handle the Vice Chair role. Second: Mr. Zylinski Roll Call Vote: Zalinski: Aye Brown: Aye Mascali: Aye Goldstone: Aye Taylor: Aye.” (Motion: Taylor, second: Zylinski)
Proclamation declaring June 7-9, 2024, as Wear Orange Days in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Wee
That we: Nancy Robbins Taylor, Chair; Edwin (Scott) Zylinski II, Vice Chair; Douglas C. Brown; Robert P. Mascali; Heather M. H. Goldstone, of the Select Board of the Town of Falmouth do hereby...
That we: Nancy Robbins Taylor, Chair; Edwin (Scott) Zylinski II, Vice Chair; Douglas C. Brown; Robert P. Mascali; Heather M. H. Goldstone, of the Select Board of the Town of Falmouth do hereby proclaim June 7, 2024, to be Wear Orange Day, and the June 8th and 9th weekend to be Wear Orange Weekend in Falmouth MA, and witness whereof we have hereunto set our hands and caused the great seal of the Town of Falmouth to be affixed this day Monday, June 3, 2024.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: That we: Nancy Robbins Taylor, Chair; Edwin (Scott) Zylinski II, Vice Chair; Douglas C. Brown; Robert P. Mascali; Heather M. H. Goldstone, of the Select Board of the Town of Falmouth do hereby proclaim June 7, 2024, to be Wear Orange Day, and the June 8th and 9th weekend to be Wear Orange Weekend in Falmouth MA, and witness whereof we have hereunto set our hands and caused the great seal of the Town of Falmouth to be affixed this day Monday, June 3, 2024. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Resolution congratulating The Woods Hole Golf Club on the occasion of its quasquicentennial year
That the Select Board of the Town of Falmouth congratulates the Woods Hole Golf Club of Falmouth MA for all of its good work and recognizes the historical and community value it holds for the Town...
That the Select Board of the Town of Falmouth congratulates the Woods Hole Golf Club of Falmouth MA for all of its good work and recognizes the historical and community value it holds for the Town of Falmouth and, be it further resolved that copies of this resolution suitably engrossed be transmitted to the leadership of the Woods Hole Golf Club in Falmouth MA, and witness whereof we have hereunto set our hands and caused the great seal of the Town of Falmouth to be affixed: Nancy Robbins Taylor, Chair; Edwin (Scott) Zylinski II, Vice Chair; Douglas C. Brown; Robert P. Mascali; Heather M. H. Goldstone.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: That the Select Board of the Town of Falmouth congratulates the Woods Hole Golf Club of Falmouth MA for all of its good work and recognizes the historical and community value it holds for the Town of Falmouth and, be it further resolved that copies of this resolution suitably engrossed be transmitted to the leadership of the Woods Hole Golf Club in Falmouth MA, and witness whereof we have hereunto set our hands and caused the great seal of the Town of Falmouth to be affixed: Nancy Robbins Taylor, Chair; Edwin (Scott) Zylinski II, Vice Chair; Douglas C. Brown; Robert P. Mascali; Heather M. H. Goldstone. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Zylinski)
Board of Health - Jed Goldstone Ms. Goldstone recused herself from this item.
Reappoint Jed Goldstone to the Board of Health for a three-year term until June 30, 2027
To reappoint Jed Goldstone to the Board of Health for a three-year term until June 30, 2027.
Heather Goldstone stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To reappoint Jed Goldstone to the Board of Health for a three-year term until June 30, 2027. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Brown)
Historical Commission - Annie Dean, Johanna Reed, Mason Wilcox It was noted that Annie Dean was not present at this time
Appoint Johanna Reed to the Historical Commission for a three-year term until June 30, 2027
To appoint Johanna Reed to the Historical Commission for a three-year term until June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint Johanna Reed to the Historical Commission for a three-year term until June 30, 2027. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Appoint Mason Wilcox to the Historical Commission for a three-year term until June 30, 2027
To appoint Mason Wilcox to the Historical Commission for a three-year term until June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint Mason Wilcox to the Historical Commission for a three-year term until June 30, 2027. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Committee reappointments (uncontested seats)
Reappoint Committee members, as listed in the packets
To reappoint Committee members, as listed in the packets.
From the minutes
“Motion by Chair Taylor: To reappoint Committee members, as listed in the packets. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Taylor, second: Zylinski)
Amend the existing lease, that the rent for 300 Dillingham Avenue to Joe Q Veteran Coffee Break be reduced from $4,000 per year to $1.00 per year
To amend the existing lease, that the rent for 300 Dillingham Avenue to Joe Q Veteran Coffee Break be reduced from $4,000 per year to $1.00 per year.
From the minutes
“Motion by Chair Taylor: To amend the existing lease, that the rent for 300 Dillingham Avenue to Joe Q Veteran Coffee Break be reduced from $4,000 per year to $1.00 per year. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Taylor, second: Brown)
Approve the reduction of the special event permit fee to a $200 permit fee and $500 in-kind donation for the care of the Harbor Master's Office garden for the Falmouth Farmers Market at Marina...
To approve the reduction of the special event permit fee to a $200 permit fee and $500 in-kind donation for the care of the Harbor Master's Office garden for the Falmouth Farmers Market at Marina Park taking place on Thursdays from June 6 to October 17, 2024.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the reduction of the special event permit fee to a $200 permit fee and $500 in-kind donation for the care of the Harbor Master's Office garden for the Falmouth Farmers Market at Marina Park taking place on Thursdays from June 6 to October 17, 2024. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Approve the request to authorize the extension of the special temporary outdoor seating approvals of 2023 to April 1, 2024, through April 1, 2025, to those restaurants which had approved temporary...
To approve the request to authorize the extension of the special temporary outdoor seating approvals of 2023 to April 1, 2024, through April 1, 2025, to those restaurants which had approved temporary outdoor dining licenses on March 31, 2024.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve the request to authorize the extension of the special temporary outdoor seating approvals of 2023 to April 1, 2024, through April 1, 2025, to those restaurants which had approved temporary outdoor dining licenses on March 31, 2024. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Mascali)
Create the Task Force 2026 for the planning and coordination of the Nation's 250th Anniversary as presented, to properly advertise for applications
To create the Task Force 2026 for the planning and coordination of the Nation's 250th Anniversary as presented, to properly advertise for applications.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To create the Task Force 2026 for the planning and coordination of the Nation's 250th Anniversary as presented, to properly advertise for applications. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Mascali)
Table this item to July 15, 2024
To table this item to July 15, 2024.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To table this item to July 15, 2024. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Brown)
Approve the proposed change of hours of a Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages License for 71 Water Street, Inc. dba The Woods Hole Wharf located at 71 Water Street, Woods Hole, amended to 10:00 AM on...
To approve the proposed change of hours of a Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages License for 71 Water Street, Inc. dba The Woods Hole Wharf located at 71 Water Street, Woods Hole, amended to 10:00 AM on Sundays.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the proposed change of hours of a Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages License for 71 Water Street, Inc. dba The Woods Hole Wharf located at 71 Water Street, Woods Hole, amended to 10:00 AM on Sundays. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Approve the application for a new Lodging House License for Woods Hole Passage, 186 Woods Hole Road, as presented
To approve the application for a new Lodging House License for Woods Hole Passage, 186 Woods Hole Road, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve the application for a new Lodging House License for Woods Hole Passage, 186 Woods Hole Road, as presented. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Approve the size variance for the two signs on the building, noting that the applicant will come back for the illumination variances and the two roadway signs
To approve the size variance for the two signs on the building, noting that the applicant will come back for the illumination variances and the two roadway signs. Discussion: The Board discussed the brightness of the proposed internal illumination. Mr. Derbes suggested that he could bring back specifications at the next meeting. Mr. Renshaw suggested bringing back information on the lumens of the proposed signs and nearby signs for a future meeting. Ms. Goldstone asked for additional information about the potential to change the amount of illumination post-installation.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve the size variance for the two signs on the building, noting that the applicant will come back for the illumination variances and the two roadway signs. Discussion: The Board discussed the brightness of the proposed internal illumination. Mr. Derbes suggested that he could bring back specifications at the next meeting. Mr. Renshaw suggested bringing back information on the lumens of the proposed signs and nearby signs for a future meeting. Ms. Goldstone asked for additional information about the potential to change the amount of illumination post-installation. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Mascali)
Approve letter of support for the FY25 Community One Stop for Growth Expression of Interest (EOI) for Nathan Ellis Highw
Approve Consent Agenda, as presented
To approve Consent Agenda, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve Consent Agenda, as presented. Second: Ms. Goldstone Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Goldstone)
Public Session - May 20, 2024
Approve the meeting minutes of the Public Session - May 20, 2024
To approve the meeting minutes of the Public Session - May 20, 2024.
Yes: Brown, Mascali, Taylor, ZylinskiAbstained: Goldstone
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the meeting minutes of the Public Session - May 20, 2024. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0 Abstain - 1 (Ms. Goldstone).” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Adjourn at 8:50pm
To adjourn at 8:50pm.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To adjourn at 8:50pm. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Mascali)
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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