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October 14, 2025
24 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Robert Mascali, Heather Goldstone, Doug Brown, Colin Reed, Jack Richardson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Administrative Orders
Approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items 3 and 7
To approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items 3 and 7
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items 3 and 7 Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Make a positive motion in favor of that (because if T3C is supporting it, there must be some value to the land for conservation)
To make a positive motion in favor of that (because if T3C is supporting it, there must be some value to the land for conservation).
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To make a positive motion in favor of that (because if T3C is supporting it, there must be some value to the land for conservation). Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Richardson)
Approve the attached written letter and testimony in support of House Bill 4082, an Act Relative to a Refundable Title 5 Septic System Tax Credit, as presented and authorize the chairperson to...
To approve the attached written letter and testimony in support of House Bill 4082, an Act Relative to a Refundable Title 5 Septic System Tax Credit, as presented and authorize the chairperson to sign the letter
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, Mascali, ReedAbstained: Richardson
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To approve the attached written letter and testimony in support of House Bill 4082, an Act Relative to a Refundable Title 5 Septic System Tax Credit, as presented and authorize the chairperson to sign the letter Second: Mr. Reed Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0 Abstain - 1 (Mr. Richardson).” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Reed)
Approve Mr. Fox for a 3-year term
To approve Mr. Fox for a 3-year term
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To approve Mr. Fox for a 3-year term Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Brown)
Postponement of the vote to appoint new members to the substance abuse commission until a time when we can discuss the composition of the commission more holistically
Postponement of the vote to appoint new members to the substance abuse commission until a time when we can discuss the composition of the commission more holistically
Yes: Goldstone, Reed, RichardsonNo: Brown, Mascali
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr Goldstone: Postponement of the vote to appoint new members to the substance abuse commission until a time when we can discuss the composition of the commission more holistically Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 3 No - 2 (Mr. Brown and Chair Mascali).” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Appoint Joseph Clancy to serve on the Board of Assessors for a period ending June 30, 2027
To appoint Joseph Clancy to serve on the Board of Assessors for a period ending June 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint Joseph Clancy to serve on the Board of Assessors for a period ending June 30, 2027 Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Richardson)
Appoint Bruce Beardsley to the Board of Assessors for a term expiring June 30, 2028
To appoint Bruce Beardsley to the Board of Assessors for a term expiring June 30, 2028
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: To appoint Bruce Beardsley to the Board of Assessors for a term expiring June 30, 2028 Second: Dr. Goldstone Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Goldstone)
Appoint Christopher Buccino to the Historical Commission full member position for a term until June 30, 2027
To appoint Christopher Buccino to the Historical Commission full member position for a term until June 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To appoint Christopher Buccino to the Historical Commission full member position for a term until June 30, 2027 Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To close the hearing Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Approve the application submitted by Shipwrecked LLC for a One-Day Entertainment License and a Sunday Entertainment License for the Shipwrecked/Falmouth in the Fall Road Race After Party to be...
To approve the application submitted by Shipwrecked LLC for a One-Day Entertainment License and a Sunday Entertainment License for the Shipwrecked/Falmouth in the Fall Road Race After Party to be held in the parking lot of Shipwrecked/The Heights Hotel, 263 Grand Avenue on Sunday, 11/2/25 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To approve the application submitted by Shipwrecked LLC for a One-Day Entertainment License and a Sunday Entertainment License for the Shipwrecked/Falmouth in the Fall Road Race After Party to be held in the parking lot of Shipwrecked/The Heights Hotel, 263 Grand Avenue on Sunday, 11/2/25 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Richardson)
Defer decision on selecting a site for the construction of a new police station
To defer decision on selecting a site for the construction of a new police station
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: To defer decision on selecting a site for the construction of a new police station Second: Chair Mascali Mr. Brown asked one more time to "think hard on this because we're running out of time." Mr. Richardson said if he gets different clarification from the DEP he would be willing to change his vote. Chair Mascali again noted that the DEP letter came in at the eleventh hour, unfairly, in his opinion. Mr. Brown recommended sending a letter to DEP asking if the agency understood that the project would be on the sewer because the letter didn't imply that. Chair Mascali said, "I think we need to go on record with DEP." Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Mascali)
Vote Article 10 as printed
To vote Article 10 as printed
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To vote Article 10 as printed Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Move the recommendation and explanation amended to include the appointment by the Town Manager with Select Board affirmation
To move the recommendation and explanation amended to include the appointment by the Town Manager with Select Board affirmation
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To move the recommendation and explanation amended to include the appointment by the Town Manager with Select Board affirmation Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Vote Article 12 as printed
To vote Article 12 as printed
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, Mascali, ReedNo: Richardson
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To vote Article 12 as printed Second: Dr. Goldstone Vote: Yes - 4 No - 1 (Mr. Richardson).” (Motion: Brown, second: Goldstone)
Vote Article 13 as printed
To vote Article 13 as printed
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, Mascali, ReedNo: Richardson
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To vote Article 13 as printed Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 4 No - 1 (Mr. Richardson).” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Vote Indefinite Postponement
To vote Indefinite Postponement
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To vote Indefinite Postponement Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Brown)
Move Indefinite Postponement
To move Indefinite Postponement
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Richardson: To move Indefinite Postponement Second: Mr. Reed Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Reed)
To move Indefinite Postponement
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To move Indefinite Postponement Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Richardson)
Schedule a hearing to adopt the Arts and Culture License for the sale of alcohol as presented
To schedule a hearing to adopt the Arts and Culture License for the sale of alcohol as presented
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To schedule a hearing to adopt the Arts and Culture License for the sale of alcohol as presented Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Brown)
Affirm the following conditions have been met to declare an emergency service need pursuant to M.G.L. chapter 32, section 91: 1) an emergency exists with respect to the need for an Acting...
To affirm the following conditions have been met to declare an emergency service need pursuant to M.G.L. chapter 32, section 91: 1) an emergency exists with respect to the need for an Acting emergency Communications Center Director; 2) a vacancy exists in the Acting Emergency Communications Center Director temporary position; and 3) there is no person other than retired Police Lieutenant Sean Doyle with equivalent knowledge and experience available at this time for this position
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To affirm the following conditions have been met to declare an emergency service need pursuant to M.G.L. chapter 32, section 91: 1) an emergency exists with respect to the need for an Acting emergency Communications Center Director; 2) a vacancy exists in the Acting Emergency Communications Center Director temporary position; and 3) there is no person other than retired Police Lieutenant Sean Doyle with equivalent knowledge and experience available at this time for this position Second: Mr. Richardson Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Richardson)
That we authorize the transmission of a home rule petition, version 2, to the state for consideration
That we authorize the transmission of a home rule petition, version 2, to the state for consideration
Yes: Brown, Goldstone, Reed, RichardsonNo: Mascali
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: That we authorize the transmission of a home rule petition, version 2, to the state for consideration Second: Mr. Richardson Public comment: Marc Finneran, Grand Ave. - suggested writing in a guaranteed appeal process directly to the Board of Selectmen, the result being a reduction of your load by 80% Chair Mascali said he had already requested that at the start of the discussion of this action. There was brief Board discussion about that idea. Town Counsel said that it is really about its being beyond the scope of the municipality's home rule authority to do so. She said she found it highly unlikely that the legislature would approve including an additional step into what is already a very complete appeals process, especially when no other community does that. She said it was her expert opinion that it would never pass muster. Vote: Yes - 4 No - 1 (Chair Mascali).” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Richardson)
Approve the acceptance of the Municipal Digital Equity Implementation Grant Program award in the amount of $84,954.04 as presented
To approve the acceptance of the Municipal Digital Equity Implementation Grant Program award in the amount of $84,954.04 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr., Richardson: To approve the acceptance of the Municipal Digital Equity Implementation Grant Program award in the amount of $84,954.04 as presented Second: Mr. Reed Vote; Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Reed)
Approve both
To approve both
Yes: Brown, Mascali, Reed, RichardsonAbstained: Goldstone
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To approve both Second: Mr. Brown Vote: Yes - 4 No - 0 Abstain - 1 (Dr. Goldstone).” (Motion: Reed, second: Brown)
Discuss Seasonal Communities designation Discuss implementation of residential tax exemption program - Water Infrastruct
Seasonal Communities designation Discuss implementation of residential tax exemption program - Water Infrastructure Investment
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion by Dr. Goldstone: To adjourn Second: Mr. Reed Vote: Yes - 5 No - 0.” (Motion: Goldstone, second: Reed)
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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