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June 30, 2025
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Robert Mascali, Heather Goldstone, Doug Brown, Jack Richardson
Absent: Colin Reed
Every vote, in order
M.G.L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(2) - to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager)
Enter into Executive Session per M.G.L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(2)
To enter into Executive Session per M.G.L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(2).
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To enter into Executive Session per M.G.L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(2). Second: Mr. Richardson. Roll Call Vote: Mascali - aye; Goldstone - aye; Brown - aye; and Richardson - aye; Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Richardson)
Administrative Orders 1) Consider a vote to approve a project agreement with the Commonwealth of
Approve the Consent Agenda, Items #1-8
To approve the Consent Agenda, Items #1-8.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the Consent Agenda, Items #1-8. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Approve Consent Agenda Item #9, with the noted additions and changes at the discretion of the Town Manager and Chair
To approve Consent Agenda Item #9, with the noted additions and changes at the discretion of the Town Manager and Chair.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve Consent Agenda Item #9, with the noted additions and changes at the discretion of the Town Manager and Chair. Second: Mr. Richardson. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Interview and consider a vote to appoint a committee member on a regulatory board: 1) Board of Health - George Heufelder
Appoint George Heufelder to the Board of Health with a term expiring June 30, 2028
To appoint George Heufelder to the Board of Health with a term expiring June 30, 2028.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint George Heufelder to the Board of Health with a term expiring June 30, 2028. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Interview and consider a vote to appoint committee members: 1) Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee - Pamela Rothstein
Appoint Pamela Rothstein to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2028
To appoint Pamela Rothstein to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2028.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint Pamela Rothstein to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2028. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Appoint Joseph M. Clancy to the Council on Aging with a term expiring June 30, 2028
To appoint Joseph M. Clancy to the Council on Aging with a term expiring June 30, 2028.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint Joseph M. Clancy to the Council on Aging with a term expiring June 30, 2028. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Wetlands/Dock Hearing - Thomas & Maryann Verrillo - application for permission to construct an elevated walkway, ramp an
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To close the hearing. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Approve the application of Thomas & Maryann Verrillo for permission to construct an elevated walkway, ramp and float system located at 43 Southview Way, East Falmouth in the waters of Flax Pond
To approve the application of Thomas & Maryann Verrillo for permission to construct an elevated walkway, ramp and float system located at 43 Southview Way, East Falmouth in the waters of Flax Pond.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To approve the application of Thomas & Maryann Verrillo for permission to construct an elevated walkway, ramp and float system located at 43 Southview Way, East Falmouth in the waters of Flax Pond. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Discuss and consider the application by Falmouth Pier 37 Boathouse LLC d/b/a Pier 37 Boathouse located at 88 Scranton Av
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To close the hearing. Second: Mr. Richardson. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Approve the application of Falmouth Pier 37 Boathouse LLC d/b/a Pier 37 Boathouse located at 88 Scranton Avenue for a Pool Table License to install two pool tables in the outdoor seating area...
To approve the application of Falmouth Pier 37 Boathouse LLC d/b/a Pier 37 Boathouse located at 88 Scranton Avenue for a Pool Table License to install two pool tables in the outdoor seating area approved on June 16, 2025, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: To approve the application of Falmouth Pier 37 Boathouse LLC d/b/a Pier 37 Boathouse located at 88 Scranton Avenue for a Pool Table License to install two pool tables in the outdoor seating area approved on June 16, 2025, as presented. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Brown)
Discuss and consider the application by Falmouth Oriental, Inc. d/b/a Asia Restaurant 452 Main Street, Falmouth for an a
Close the hearing
To close the hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To close the hearing. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Approve the application by Falmouth Oriental, Inc. d/b/a Asia Restaurant - 452 Main Street, Falmouth for an annual Entertainment License and a Sunday Entertainment License
To approve the application by Falmouth Oriental, Inc. d/b/a Asia Restaurant - 452 Main Street, Falmouth for an annual Entertainment License and a Sunday Entertainment License.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: To approve the application by Falmouth Oriental, Inc. d/b/a Asia Restaurant - 452 Main Street, Falmouth for an annual Entertainment License and a Sunday Entertainment License. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Brown)
Consider a request from the 250th Anniversary Task Force for a variance to Sign Code §184-7-Placement and §184-32-Off-pr
Approve the request from the 250th Anniversary Task Force for variance to Sign Code §184-7-Placement and §184-32-Off-premises signs to hang 14 banners on poles on Main Street for a period of July...
To approve the request from the 250th Anniversary Task Force for variance to Sign Code §184-7-Placement and §184-32-Off-premises signs to hang 14 banners on poles on Main Street for a period of July 1, 2025, to September 1, 2025.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: To approve the request from the 250th Anniversary Task Force for variance to Sign Code §184-7-Placement and §184-32-Off-premises signs to hang 14 banners on poles on Main Street for a period of July 1, 2025, to September 1, 2025. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Brown)
Read and discuss a statement and letter regarding local ICE operations and practices Ms. Goldstone read the Board's stat
Issue the statement to the Town website, with minor edits as discussed, as the Board's statement on ICE operations and practices
To issue the statement to the Town website, with minor edits as discussed, as the Board's statement on ICE operations and practices.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To issue the statement to the Town website, with minor edits as discussed, as the Board's statement on ICE operations and practices. Second: Mr. Richardson. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Richardson)
Project Eligibility/Site Approval Letter from Select Board to MassHousing for 0 Sandwich Road
Issue the Eligibility/Site Approval Letter, as drafted
To issue the Eligibility/Site Approval Letter, as drafted.
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, RichardsonNo: Mascali
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To issue the Eligibility/Site Approval Letter, as drafted. Second: Ms. Goldstone. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 1, with Mr. Mascali against..” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Consider approval of application of Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund - Shared Regional Housing Services (Kimberly Fish,
That the Select Board, acting as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, to approve the application for $26,740 for the Shared Regional Housing Services as presented
That the Select Board, acting as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, to approve the application for $26,740 for the Shared Regional Housing Services as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: That the Select Board, acting as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, to approve the application for $26,740 for the Shared Regional Housing Services as presented. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Brown)
Consider a vote to affirm the appointment of Jed Cornock as Director of Community Development and to waive the residency
Affirm the appointment of Jed Cornock as Director of Community Development and to waive the residency requirement as presented
To affirm the appointment of Jed Cornock as Director of Community Development and to waive the residency requirement as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To affirm the appointment of Jed Cornock as Director of Community Development and to waive the residency requirement as presented. Second: Mr. Richardson. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Richardson)
Discuss and consider the application by Micro Pubs, LLC d/b/a The Irish Goodbye Pint House located at 444A North Falmout
Approve the application by Micro Pubs, LLC d/b/a The Irish Goodbye Pint House for a Change of Manager for its All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License as presented
To approve the application by Micro Pubs, LLC d/b/a The Irish Goodbye Pint House for a Change of Manager for its All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldston: To approve the application by Micro Pubs, LLC d/b/a The Irish Goodbye Pint House for a Change of Manager for its All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License as presented. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Review and vote to approve minutes of meetings: Public sessions: June 3, 2025 and June 16, 2025
Approve the meeting minutes of June 3, 2025; and June 16, 2025, as amended
To approve the meeting minutes of June 3, 2025; and June 16, 2025, as amended.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the meeting minutes of June 3, 2025; and June 16, 2025, as amended. Second: Mr. Richardson. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Richardson)
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS The Board discussed future agenda items such as AI in the Town, and tax rates and seasonal
Adjourn at 10:19pm
To adjourn at 10:19pm.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Goldstone: To adjourn at 10:19pm. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
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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