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June 29, 2026
25 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Colin Reed, Robert Mascali, Doug Brown
Absent: Heather Goldstone, Elizabeth Klein
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M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining - United Federation of Police Office
Enter into Executive Session at 6:01pm
To enter into Executive Session at 6:01pm.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To enter into Executive Session at 6:01pm. Second: Mr. Brown. Roll Call Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Administrative Orders 1)
Approve the Consent Agenda aside from Items b1, b6, b10, and b11
To approve the Consent Agenda aside from Items b1, b6, b10, and b11.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve the Consent Agenda aside from Items b1, b6, b10, and b11. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Execute the Land Disposition Agreement by and between the Town of Falmouth, Falmouth Housing Corporation, Affirmative Investment, Inc., and Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc. for the property located at...
To execute the Land Disposition Agreement by and between the Town of Falmouth, Falmouth Housing Corporation, Affirmative Investment, Inc., and Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc. for the property located at 0 Locustfield Road for the development of affordable housing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To execute the Land Disposition Agreement by and between the Town of Falmouth, Falmouth Housing Corporation, Affirmative Investment, Inc., and Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc. for the property located at 0 Locustfield Road for the development of affordable housing. Second: Mr. Reed. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Reed)
Administrative Orders 6)
Execute the Regulatory Agreement for the Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod housing project located at 48 Benjamin Nyes Lane as presented
To execute the Regulatory Agreement for the Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod housing project located at 48 Benjamin Nyes Lane as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To execute the Regulatory Agreement for the Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod housing project located at 48 Benjamin Nyes Lane as presented. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Mascali)
Authorize Vice Chair Colin Reed to sign the Regulatory Agreement for the Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod housing project located at 48 Benjamin Nyes Lane
To authorize Vice Chair Colin Reed to sign the Regulatory Agreement for the Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod housing project located at 48 Benjamin Nyes Lane.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To authorize Vice Chair Colin Reed to sign the Regulatory Agreement for the Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod housing project located at 48 Benjamin Nyes Lane. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Administrative Orders 11)
Approve the request from Penzance Road Trust for a variance to Sign Code §184-32A-Off-Premises Signs-Town Property for the installation of a sign at the junction of Bar Neck Road and Gosnold Road,...
To approve the request from Penzance Road Trust for a variance to Sign Code §184-32A-Off-Premises Signs-Town Property for the installation of a sign at the junction of Bar Neck Road and Gosnold Road, subject to obtaining a permit and removal of the existing unauthorized sign.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the request from Penzance Road Trust for a variance to Sign Code §184-32A-Off-Premises Signs-Town Property for the installation of a sign at the junction of Bar Neck Road and Gosnold Road, subject to obtaining a permit and removal of the existing unauthorized sign. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Interview and consider a vote to appoint committee members to regulatory boards:
Appoint David Kent as a full member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/29; to appoint Elizabeth Gladfelter as a full member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending...
To appoint David Kent as a full member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/29; to appoint Elizabeth Gladfelter as a full member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/29; and to appoint Michael J. Beckerle as an alternate member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/28.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint David Kent as a full member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/29; to appoint Elizabeth Gladfelter as a full member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/29; and to appoint Michael J. Beckerle as an alternate member of the Conservation Commission with a term ending 6/30/28. Second: Mr. Reed. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Reed)
Appoint Edward Haddad to fill a full member vacancy on the Historical Commission with a term that expires June 30, 2029
To appoint Edward Haddad to fill a full member vacancy on the Historical Commission with a term that expires June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: To appoint Edward Haddad to fill a full member vacancy on the Historical Commission with a term that expires June 30, 2029. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Mascali)
Appoint James Morse to a full member position on the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2031, and to appoint Anthony Petrucci to an associate member position on the Zoning Board...
To appoint James Morse to a full member position on the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2031, and to appoint Anthony Petrucci to an associate member position on the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2031.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint James Morse to a full member position on the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2031, and to appoint Anthony Petrucci to an associate member position on the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2031. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Interview and consider a vote to appoint committee members to non-regulatory boards
Approve the slate for these appointments
To approve the slate for these appointments.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve the slate for these appointments. Second: Mr. Reed. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Reed)
Appoint Michael F. Barrett to the Community Preservation Committee to fill a vacancy with an unexpired term ending June 30, 2027
To appoint Michael F. Barrett to the Community Preservation Committee to fill a vacancy with an unexpired term ending June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Michael F. Barrett to the Community Preservation Committee to fill a vacancy with an unexpired term ending June 30, 2027. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Appoint Patrick Morris to the Golf Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029
To appoint Patrick Morris to the Golf Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Patrick Morris to the Golf Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Appoint Joseph A. Netto Jr. and David Velesig to the Shellfish Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029
To appoint Joseph A. Netto Jr. and David Velesig to the Shellfish Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Joseph A. Netto Jr. and David Velesig to the Shellfish Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Appoint Scott J. Thrasher to the Waterways Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029
To appoint Scott J. Thrasher to the Waterways Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To appoint Scott J. Thrasher to the Waterways Committee with a term ending June 30, 2029. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Consider a vote to reappoint committee members (non-regulatory) (uncontested seats)
Appoint members as listed in the attached list titled "Town Committee Reappointments to Non-Regulatory Boards" to terms ending as indicated
To appoint members as listed in the attached list titled "Town Committee Reappointments to Non-Regulatory Boards" to terms ending as indicated.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To appoint members as listed in the attached list titled "Town Committee Reappointments to Non-Regulatory Boards" to terms ending as indicated. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Consider the application by King Kraken, Inc. d/b/a Romeo's for an Alteration of Premises - outdoor only - to its All Al
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To close the public hearing. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Approve the application by King Kraken, Inc. d/b/a Romeo's for an Alteration of Premises - outdoor only - to its All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License, 75 Davis Straits, as presented
To approve the application by King Kraken, Inc. d/b/a Romeo's for an Alteration of Premises - outdoor only - to its All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License, 75 Davis Straits, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the application by King Kraken, Inc. d/b/a Romeo's for an Alteration of Premises - outdoor only - to its All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License, 75 Davis Straits, as presented. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Continue the public hearing to the next meeting, July 13, 2026
To continue the public hearing to the next meeting, July 13, 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To continue the public hearing to the next meeting, July 13, 2026. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
Conduct a public hearing in accordance with M.G.L. c. 138 § 64 to determine if there are violations of the All Alcoholic
Continue the public hearing to the next meeting, July 13, 2026
To continue the public hearing to the next meeting, July 13, 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To continue the public hearing to the next meeting, July 13, 2026. Second: Mr. Reed. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Reed)
That the Select Board, as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, award $925,000 to Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc., with $25,000 to be allocated for pre-development costs and $900,000 to...
That the Select Board, as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, award $925,000 to Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc., with $25,000 to be allocated for pre-development costs and $900,000 to be allocated for the construction of six (6) homes for ownership, two (2) restricted at 80% AMI, two (2) at 100% AMI and two (2) at 140% AMI, and to authorize the Town Manager to execute the documentation setting forth the financial award to Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: That the Select Board, as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, award $925,000 to Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc., with $25,000 to be allocated for pre-development costs and $900,000 to be allocated for the construction of six (6) homes for ownership, two (2) restricted at 80% AMI, two (2) at 100% AMI and two (2) at 140% AMI, and to authorize the Town Manager to execute the documentation setting forth the financial award to Falmouth Housing Trust, Inc. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
That the Select Board, as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, award $4,025,000 to Locustfield Woods LLC with $25,000 to be allocated for pre-development costs and 4,000,000 to be...
That the Select Board, as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, award $4,025,000 to Locustfield Woods LLC with $25,000 to be allocated for pre-development costs and 4,000,000 to be allocated for the construction of forty (40) rental units. Thirty-eight (38) units restricted at 60% AMI, two (2) units at 80% AMI and two (2) units at 100% AMI, and to authorize the Town Manager to execute the documentation setting forth the financial award to Locustfield Woods LLC.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Reed: That the Select Board, as Trustees of the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, award $4,025,000 to Locustfield Woods LLC with $25,000 to be allocated for pre-development costs and 4,000,000 to be allocated for the construction of forty (40) rental units. Thirty-eight (38) units restricted at 60% AMI, two (2) units at 80% AMI and two (2) units at 100% AMI, and to authorize the Town Manager to execute the documentation setting forth the financial award to Locustfield Woods LLC. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Reed, second: Brown)
Waive the Town permit fees associated with the permitting for the development of two affordable homes at 20 Brigantine Drive and at 21 Pheasant Lane as presented
To waive the Town permit fees associated with the permitting for the development of two affordable homes at 20 Brigantine Drive and at 21 Pheasant Lane as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To waive the Town permit fees associated with the permitting for the development of two affordable homes at 20 Brigantine Drive and at 21 Pheasant Lane as presented. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Approve the request from The Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts, Inc. on behalf of The 300 Committee for a conservation restriction at 44 Bittersweet Road, owned by the Bittersweet Farm...
To approve the request from The Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts, Inc. on behalf of The 300 Committee for a conservation restriction at 44 Bittersweet Road, owned by the Bittersweet Farm Trust, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To approve the request from The Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts, Inc. on behalf of The 300 Committee for a conservation restriction at 44 Bittersweet Road, owned by the Bittersweet Farm Trust, as presented. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Brown, second: Mascali)
Review and consider a vote to approve minutes of meetings: May 18, 2026; June 1, 2026; and June 8, 2026
Approve the meeting minutes of May 18, 2026; June 1, 2026; and June 8, 2026
To approve the meeting minutes of May 18, 2026; June 1, 2026; and June 8, 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Mascali: To approve the meeting minutes of May 18, 2026; June 1, 2026; and June 8, 2026. Second: Mr. Brown. Vote: Yes - 3 No - 0.” (Motion: Mascali, second: Brown)
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Mascali stated that he would like an update on pickleball in Town.
Adjourn at 10:32pm
To adjourn at 10:32pm.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Brown: To adjourn at 10:32pm. Second: Mr. Mascali. Vote: Yes - 3 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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