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April 28, 2025
21 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Nancy Taylor, Scott Zylinski, Doug Brown, Heather Goldstone, Robert Mascali
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Interview and consider a vote to appoint committee members 1) Veterans Council Committee: Brian Callanan
Appoint Brian Callanan to the Veterans Council Committee
To appoint Brian Callanan to the Veterans Council Committee.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Brian Callanan to the Veterans Council Committee. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Goldstone)
Appoint Jim Newman to the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee through June 30, 2027
To appoint Jim Newman to the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee through June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To appoint Jim Newman to the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee through June 30, 2027. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Mascali)
Shade Tree Hearing - on application of The 300 Committee for the removal of one (1) Pitch Pine and one (1) Red Oak. Tree
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To close the hearing. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Mascali)
Approve the removal of one pitch pine and one red oak, as the trees will impact the sightline of the new parking lot construction on Quaker Road opposite Highland Ave, with an amendment to the...
To approve the removal of one pitch pine and one red oak, as the trees will impact the sightline of the new parking lot construction on Quaker Road opposite Highland Ave, with an amendment to the proposal to plant four replacement trees in another location along County Road.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the removal of one pitch pine and one red oak, as the trees will impact the sightline of the new parking lot construction on Quaker Road opposite Highland Ave, with an amendment to the proposal to plant four replacement trees in another location along County Road. Second: Ms. Taylor. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Taylor)
Shade Tree Hearing - on application of the Town Engineer for the removal of five (5) Littleleaf Linden trees to accommod
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To close the hearing. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Approve the application of the Town Engineer for the removal of five little leaf Linden trees to accommodate the project to widen the intersection at Scranton Ave. and Main St
To approve the application of the Town Engineer for the removal of five little leaf Linden trees to accommodate the project to widen the intersection at Scranton Ave. and Main St.
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve the application of the Town Engineer for the removal of five little leaf Linden trees to accommodate the project to widen the intersection at Scranton Ave. and Main St. Second: Mr. Brown..” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Include a supplemental planting plan to account for the carbon and pollinator resources lost with these trees
To include a supplemental planting plan to account for the carbon and pollinator resources lost with these trees.
From the minutes
“AMENDMENT by Ms. Goldstone: To include a supplemental planting plan to account for the carbon and pollinator resources lost with these trees. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Consider a vote to approve applications submitted by Megansett Circle, Inc. d/b/a Daily Brew for an Entertainment Licens
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To close the hearing. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Approve the application submitted by Megansett Circle Inc., d/b/a Daily Brew
To approve the application submitted by Megansett Circle Inc., d/b/a Daily Brew.
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve the application submitted by Megansett Circle Inc., d/b/a Daily Brew. Second: Ms. Taylor..” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Taylor)
Include hours of operation 10AM-12AM, MondaySaturday, and 11:00AM-12AM on Sunday
To include hours of operation 10AM-12AM, MondaySaturday, and 11:00AM-12AM on Sunday.
From the minutes
“AMENDMENT by Ms. Goldstone: To include hours of operation 10AM-12AM, MondaySaturday, and 11:00AM-12AM on Sunday. Second: Mr. Zylinski. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Zylinski)
Consider a vote to approve an application submitted by Megansett Circle, Inc. d/b/a Daily Brew for a Common Victualler L
Approve the application by Megansett Circle, Inc. d/b/a Daily Brew for a Common Victualler License, as presented
To approve the application by Megansett Circle, Inc. d/b/a Daily Brew for a Common Victualler License, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve the application by Megansett Circle, Inc. d/b/a Daily Brew for a Common Victualler License, as presented. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Goldstone)
Consider a vote to approve an application submitted by Seacoast Shores Association for a Change of Manager of its All Al
Approve the application by Seacoast Shores Association for a Change of Manager of its All Alcoholic Beverages Seasonal Club License, as presented
To approve the application by Seacoast Shores Association for a Change of Manager of its All Alcoholic Beverages Seasonal Club License, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the application by Seacoast Shores Association for a Change of Manager of its All Alcoholic Beverages Seasonal Club License, as presented. Second: Mr. Zylinski. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Zylinski)
Discuss and consider a vote to approve Falmouth Housing Trust (FHT) application to the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund
That the Board, acting as Trustees of the Affordable Housing Fund, grant $25,000 to the Falmouth Housing Trust for the predevelopment costs for the housing project located at 419 Waquoit Highway...
That the Board, acting as Trustees of the Affordable Housing Fund, grant $25,000 to the Falmouth Housing Trust for the predevelopment costs for the housing project located at 419 Waquoit Highway and authorize the Town Manager to execute the document setting forth the financial award to Falmouth Housing Trust.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: That the Board, acting as Trustees of the Affordable Housing Fund, grant $25,000 to the Falmouth Housing Trust for the predevelopment costs for the housing project located at 419 Waquoit Highway and authorize the Town Manager to execute the document setting forth the financial award to Falmouth Housing Trust. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Consider a request from Fast Signs Cape Cod for a variance to Sign Code 184-18C: Measurement of Sign Area, for Haven Mar
Approve the application from Fast Signs Cape Cod for a variance to Sign Code 184-18C: Measurement of Sign Area, for Haven Marina 366 Menauhant Road, East Falmouth, as presented
To approve the application from Fast Signs Cape Cod for a variance to Sign Code 184-18C: Measurement of Sign Area, for Haven Marina 366 Menauhant Road, East Falmouth, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the application from Fast Signs Cape Cod for a variance to Sign Code 184-18C: Measurement of Sign Area, for Haven Marina 366 Menauhant Road, East Falmouth, as presented. Second: Mr. Zylinski. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Zylinski)
Consider the request from John Wesley United Methodist Church for a waiver of the special event permit fee for the Sunda
Approve of the special event permit fee for the Sunday Beach Services on Sundays from 7/6/25 - 8/3/25
To approve of the special event permit fee for the Sunday Beach Services on Sundays from 7/6/25 - 8/3/25.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve of the special event permit fee for the Sunday Beach Services on Sundays from 7/6/25 - 8/3/25. Second: Mr. Zylinski. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Zylinski)
Consider approval of a Second-Hand Dealer License Renewal for Cape Cod Gold & Silver Coin located at 424 Main Street, Fa
Approve, as an administrative matter for a long standing business, the application for renewal of the Second-Hand Dealer License Renewal for Cape Cod Gold & Silver Coin, as presented
To approve, as an administrative matter for a long standing business, the application for renewal of the Second-Hand Dealer License Renewal for Cape Cod Gold & Silver Coin, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve, as an administrative matter for a long standing business, the application for renewal of the Second-Hand Dealer License Renewal for Cape Cod Gold & Silver Coin, as presented. Second: Mr. Zylinski. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Zylinski)
Appoint Elizabeth Klein to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee
To appoint Elizabeth Klein to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To appoint Elizabeth Klein to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee. Second: Ms. Taylor. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Taylor)
Appoint Thomas S. Crane to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee
To appoint Thomas S. Crane to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee.
The minutes give only the count (3-2), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Thomas S. Crane to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 2.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Administrative Orders 1) Approve warrant for the annual town election on May 20, 2025
Approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Administrative Items 3 and 5
To approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Administrative Items 3 and 5.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Zylinski: To approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Administrative Items 3 and 5. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Zylinski, second: Mascali)
Review and vote to approve minutes of meetings: Public Sessions - March 24, 2025 and April 7, 2025
Approve the meeting minutes of March 24, 2025; and April 7, 2025
To approve the meeting minutes of March 24, 2025; and April 7, 2025.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the meeting minutes of March 24, 2025; and April 7, 2025. Second: Mr. Zylinski Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0 Abstain - 1.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Zylinski)
TOWN MANAGER'S SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Mr. Renshaw provided an update with regards to the Trotting Park youth baseball fiel
Adjourn at 8:44pm
To adjourn at 8:44pm.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To adjourn at 8:44pm. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Goldstone)
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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