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July 1, 2024
22 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
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Present: Nancy Taylor, Scott Zylinski, Doug Brown, Robert Mascali, Heather Goldstone
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Doug Brown joined the meeting after it began ("Mr. Brown joined the meeting").
Every vote, in order
M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation where discussion in an open session w
Enter into Executive Session per M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation where discussion in an open session would have a detrimental effect on the...
To enter into Executive Session per M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation where discussion in an open session would have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town.
Doug Brown had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To enter into Executive Session per M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - To discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation where discussion in an open session would have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. Second: Mr. Mascali Roll Call Vote: Taylor - aye; Zylinski- aye; Mascali - aye; Goldstone - aye; Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Mascali)
Approve and affirm the appointment of Julie WilliamsTinkham as the Town of Falmouth Recreation Director
To approve and affirm the appointment of Julie WilliamsTinkham as the Town of Falmouth Recreation Director.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve and affirm the appointment of Julie WilliamsTinkham as the Town of Falmouth Recreation Director. Second: Ms. Goldstone Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Goldstone)
Zoning Board of Appeals - D. Scott Peterson
Reappoint D. Scott Peterson to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term until June 30, 2029
To reappoint D. Scott Peterson to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term until June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To reappoint D. Scott Peterson to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term until June 30, 2029. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Brown)
Committee Appointments Town Manager Renshaw stated that the Cape Cod Aggregates submitted a request to the Select
Appoint Jen Quinn, Brian Studley, Robert Snow, and Edward Bousfield as Certified Weighers for a term from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025
To appoint Jen Quinn, Brian Studley, Robert Snow, and Edward Bousfield as Certified Weighers for a term from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To appoint Jen Quinn, Brian Studley, Robert Snow, and Edward Bousfield as Certified Weighers for a term from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Brown)
Wetland/Dock Hearing - Philip Chase - application to reconstruct an existing dilapidated dock, stabilize an eroding slop
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To close the public hearing. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Approve the application as submitted
To approve the application as submitted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the application as submitted. Second: Ms. Goldstone Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To close the public hearing. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for a Farmer-Winery Pouring License to be exercised at 876 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth, as submitted
To approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for a Farmer-Winery Pouring License to be exercised at 876 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth, as submitted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for a Farmer-Winery Pouring License to be exercised at 876 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth, as submitted. Second: Ms. Goldstone Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for an Alteration of Premises to its Farmer-Brewery
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To close the public hearing. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for an Alteration of Premises to its Farmer-Brewery Pouring License to be exercised at 876 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth,...
To approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for an Alteration of Premises to its Farmer-Brewery Pouring License to be exercised at 876 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth, as submitted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the application filed by Bad Martha's Farmer's Brewery, LLC for an Alteration of Premises to its Farmer-Brewery Pouring License to be exercised at 876 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth, as submitted. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Zylinski)
Approve the application filed by Tap City II, Inc. d/b/a Tap City Grille for a Transfer of an All-Alcoholic Beverages Co
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To close the public hearing. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Approve the application filed by Tap City II, Inc. d/b/a Tap City Grille for a Transfer of an All-Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler License to be exercised at 285 Main Street, Falmouth, as...
To approve the application filed by Tap City II, Inc. d/b/a Tap City Grille for a Transfer of an All-Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler License to be exercised at 285 Main Street, Falmouth, as submitted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the application filed by Tap City II, Inc. d/b/a Tap City Grille for a Transfer of an All-Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler License to be exercised at 285 Main Street, Falmouth, as submitted. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Approve the application filed by Markantonis Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Estia for a Change of Manager, Change of Owner
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To close the public hearing. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Brown)
Approve the application filed by Markantonis Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Estia for a Change of Manager, Change of Ownership, and a Change of Officers/Directors of its All-Alcoholic Beverages...
To approve the application filed by Markantonis Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Estia for a Change of Manager, Change of Ownership, and a Change of Officers/Directors of its All-Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License to be exercised at 117 Main Street, Falmouth, as submitted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the application filed by Markantonis Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Estia for a Change of Manager, Change of Ownership, and a Change of Officers/Directors of its All-Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License to be exercised at 117 Main Street, Falmouth, as submitted. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Approve the application filed by OSJL Spirits, LLC d/b/a Ocean State Job Lot for a Change of Manager of its Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License to be exercised at 50 Teaticket Highway,...
To approve the application filed by OSJL Spirits, LLC d/b/a Ocean State Job Lot for a Change of Manager of its Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License to be exercised at 50 Teaticket Highway, Teaticket, as submitted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the application filed by OSJL Spirits, LLC d/b/a Ocean State Job Lot for a Change of Manager of its Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License to be exercised at 50 Teaticket Highway, Teaticket, as submitted. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Approve a Grant of License to John R. Bowen and Anna A. Bowen to provide the Licensees with the nonexclusive use of certain property within the public way at the intersection of Grand Avenue, a...
To approve a Grant of License to John R. Bowen and Anna A. Bowen to provide the Licensees with the nonexclusive use of certain property within the public way at the intersection of Grand Avenue, a public way, and Montgomery Court, a private way, for the purpose of installing and maintaining a cobblestone apron at said intersection as illustrated in the attached diagram and that all other unlicensed cobblestone pavers be removed with the understanding that the applicant, Town Manager's Office, and DPW will further discuss the curb cut area.
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, Mascali, TaylorNo: Zylinski
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve a Grant of License to John R. Bowen and Anna A. Bowen to provide the Licensees with the nonexclusive use of certain property within the public way at the intersection of Grand Avenue, a public way, and Montgomery Court, a private way, for the purpose of installing and maintaining a cobblestone apron at said intersection as illustrated in the attached diagram and that all other unlicensed cobblestone pavers be removed with the understanding that the applicant, Town Manager's Office, and DPW will further discuss the curb cut area. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 4 No - 1 (Mr. Zylinski).” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Appoint Mr. Kim Comart as an alternate member of the Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026, and to transition Mr. Steve Solbo as a regular member of the Freshwater...
To appoint Mr. Kim Comart as an alternate member of the Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026, and to transition Mr. Steve Solbo as a regular member of the Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2027.
Yes: Brown, Mascali, Taylor, ZylinskiNo: Goldstone
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint Mr. Kim Comart as an alternate member of the Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026, and to transition Mr. Steve Solbo as a regular member of the Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2027. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 4 No - 1 (Ms. Goldstone).” (Motion: Brown, second: Zylinski)
Modify the composition of the Veterans Council as requested by the Veterans Council by removing the Falmouth Military Support Group and adding the Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center as an...
To modify the composition of the Veterans Council as requested by the Veterans Council by removing the Falmouth Military Support Group and adding the Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center as an organization that nominates a member.
From the minutes
“Motion by Chair Taylor: To modify the composition of the Veterans Council as requested by the Veterans Council by removing the Falmouth Military Support Group and adding the Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center as an organization that nominates a member. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Taylor, second: Zylinski)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee - Stephen Morris The Committee discussed the three applicants for this position. Mr. Ma
Appoint Stephen Morris to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee
To appoint Stephen Morris to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee.
Yes: Taylor, ZylinskiNo: Brown, Goldstone, Mascali
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Stephen Morris to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. Second: Chair Taylor Vote: Yes - 2 No - 3 (Mr. Brown, Mr. Mascali, and Ms. Goldstone).” (Motion: Mascali, second: Taylor)
Appoint Mitchell Flaherty to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee
To appoint Mitchell Flaherty to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee.
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, Mascali, ZylinskiNo: Taylor
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To appoint Mitchell Flaherty to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 4 No - 1 (Chair Taylor).” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Vote to expend those funds from the Old Stone Dock Association donation to the Beach Donations Account to pay the Soares
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 Sessions - May 6, 2024; June 17, 2024 The Board tabled discussion on this item to a future meeting.
Adjourn at 9:00pm
To adjourn at 9:00pm.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To adjourn at 9:00pm. Second: Mr. Mascali Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, 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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