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May 12, 2026
28 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Dion Alley, Sean DeBettencourt, William Cleary, Emma Green-Beach, Mark Leonard
Absent: None
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Approve the meeting minutes April 28, 2026
Approve the meeting minutes April 28, 2026
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve the meeting minutes April 28, 2026 Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve payment warrants Select Person.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve payment warrants 05.14.2026 26-23REF $8,892.18 05.14.2026 26-23EXP $703,066.57 05.14.2026 26-23SCH $92,124.91 05.14.2026 26-23WIR $346.90 05.14.2026 26-23MT $127.70 05.14.2026 26-23FT $95.52
Approve payment warrants 05.14.2026 26-23REF $8,892.18 05.14.2026 26-23EXP $703,066.57 05.14.2026 26-23SCH $92,124.91 05.14.2026 26-23WIR $346.90 05.14.2026 26-23MT $127.70 05.14.2026 26-23FT $95.52
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve payment warrants 05.14.2026 26-23REF $8,892.18 05.14.2026 26-23EXP $703,066.57 05.14.2026 26-23SCH $92,124.91 05.14.2026 26-23WIR $346.90 05.14.2026 26-23MT $127.70 05.14.2026 26-23FT $95.52 Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Chair Alley had asked some questions about accounts which were in defi.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve MV Wind Festival on Saturday September 5, 2026, 10:00 am to 6:00pm (rain date 09.06.2026) Alley Waban Park
Approve MV Wind Festival on Saturday September 5, 2026, 10:00 am to 6:00pm (rain date 09.06.2026) Alley Waban Park
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve MV Wind Festival on Saturday September 5, 2026, 10:00 am to 6:00pm (rain date 09.06.2026) Alley Waban Park Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve special event permit / amplifi.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve special event permit / amplified sound permit for LGBTQ+ Pride parade and events in Ocean Park on Saturday June 13, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm and to add this event to the pre-approved event list going forward
Approve special event permit / amplified sound permit for LGBTQ+ Pride parade and events in Ocean Park on Saturday June 13, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm and to add this event to the pre-approved event list going forward
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve special event permit / amplified sound permit for LGBTQ+ Pride parade and events in Ocean Park on Saturday June 13, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm and to add this event to the pre-approved event list going forward Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve special event permit / amplifi.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve special event permit / amplified sound permit for HarborFest on sidewalk Lake Ave on Saturday June 20, 2026, from 10:00am to 6:00pm (rain date Sunday June 21, 2026) and to add this special event to the pre- approved event list going forward
Approve special event permit / amplified sound permit for HarborFest on sidewalk Lake Ave on Saturday June 20, 2026, from 10:00am to 6:00pm (rain date Sunday June 21, 2026) and to add this special event to the pre- approved event list going forward
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve special event permit / amplified sound permit for HarborFest on sidewalk Lake Ave on Saturday June 20, 2026, from 10:00am to 6:00pm (rain date Sunday June 21, 2026) and to add this special event to the pre- approved event list going forward Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) TOWN OF OAK BLUFFS OAK BLUFFS SELECT BOARD MEETING MINUTES Oak Bluffs .” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: Leonard)
Appoint Beatrice (Bebe) Green to Oak Bluffs Council on Aging for a one-year term
Appoint Beatrice (Bebe) Green to Oak Bluffs Council on Aging for a one-year term
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to appoint Beatrice (Bebe) Green to Oak Bluffs Council on Aging for a one-year term Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to appoint Chris Chambers as an alternate.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Appoint Chris Chambers as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term
Appoint Chris Chambers as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to appoint Chris Chambers as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to appoint Jack Leahy as a Per Diem EMT, .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Appoint Jack Leahy as a Per Diem EMT, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional EMT status
Appoint Jack Leahy as a Per Diem EMT, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional EMT status
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to appoint Jack Leahy as a Per Diem EMT, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional EMT status Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Presentation, discussion, and possible vote to approve MVP 2.0 proposa.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Accept the MVP 2.0 proposal as presented
Accept the MVP 2.0 proposal as presented
Yes: Alley, DeBettencourt, Green-Beach, Leonard
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to accept the MVP 2.0 proposal as presented Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Abstain, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (4 -Aye, 1 - Abstain) Chair Alley thanked Mr. Meleney for all he does in the co.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve special event / amplified sound permit for Memorial Service on Sunday May 17, 2026, at East Chop Lighthouse from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm and Sailing Camp from 12:00 pm to 5:00pm noting the amplified sound is for a PA System and an acoustic guitar
Approve special event / amplified sound permit for Memorial Service on Sunday May 17, 2026, at East Chop Lighthouse from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm and Sailing Camp from 12:00 pm to 5:00pm noting the amplified sound is for a PA System and an acoustic guitar
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve special event / amplified sound permit for Memorial Service on Sunday May 17, 2026, at East Chop Lighthouse from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm and Sailing Camp from 12:00 pm to 5:00pm noting the amplified sound is for a PA System and an acoustic guitar Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approved change of dba for Seasonal Al.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve the change for seasonal all alcohol license of Vineyard Bites, dba Lobsterville Bar and Grille to The Jetty Beach House
Approve the change for seasonal all alcohol license of Vineyard Bites, dba Lobsterville Bar and Grille to The Jetty Beach House
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve the change for seasonal all alcohol license of Vineyard Bites, dba Lobsterville Bar and Grille to The Jetty Beach House Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve new business application for M.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve new business application for MV Chowder House located at 14 Kennebec Avenue
Approve new business application for MV Chowder House located at 14 Kennebec Avenue
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve new business application for MV Chowder House located at 14 Kennebec Avenue Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve new entertainment license Mond.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve new entertainment license Monday to Sunday 10:00 am - 11:00 pm for MV Chowder House located at 14 Kennebec Avenue
Approve new entertainment license Monday to Sunday 10:00 am - 11:00 pm for MV Chowder House located at 14 Kennebec Avenue
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve new entertainment license Monday to Sunday 10:00 am - 11:00 pm for MV Chowder House located at 14 Kennebec Avenue Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve special event / amplified soun.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve special event / amplified sound permit MV Skatepark Takeover on Friday May 15, 2026, from 4:30 pm to 8:30pm (rain date 05.16.2026) and not waive the fee
Approve special event / amplified sound permit MV Skatepark Takeover on Friday May 15, 2026, from 4:30 pm to 8:30pm (rain date 05.16.2026) and not waive the fee
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve special event / amplified sound permit MV Skatepark Takeover on Friday May 15, 2026, from 4:30 pm to 8:30pm (rain date 05.16.2026) and not waive the fee Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) .” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Enter the public hearing, 5:30 pm Public Hearing Pursuant to MGL Chapter 138, Section 12 the Oak Bluffs Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Bluffs Town Hall lower-level meeting hall 56 School Street. This hearing is regarding a new seasonal all alcoh
Enter the public hearing, 5:30 pm Public Hearing Pursuant to MGL Chapter 138, Section 12 the Oak Bluffs Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Bluffs Town Hall lower-level meeting hall 56 School Street. This hearing is regarding a new seasonal all alcohol license for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA. This application includes Jessica Pasquale as Manager
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to enter the public hearing, 5:30 pm Public Hearing Pursuant to MGL Chapter 138, Section 12 the Oak Bluffs Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Bluffs Town Hall lower-level meeting hall 56 School Street. This hearing is regarding a new seasonal all alcohol license for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA. This application includes Jessica Pasquale as Manager. Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) M.” (Motion: Green-Beach)
Close the public hearing
Close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to close the public hearing Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve new seasonal all alcohol licen.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve new seasonal all alcohol license for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue with Jessica Pasquale as manager with the seasonal license valid through December 31, 2026
Approve new seasonal all alcohol license for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue with Jessica Pasquale as manager with the seasonal license valid through December 31, 2026
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve new seasonal all alcohol license for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue with Jessica Pasquale as manager with the seasonal license valid through December 31, 2026. Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve new business application (Comm.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve new business application (Common Victualler) for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue
Approve new business application (Common Victualler) for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve new business application (Common Victualler) for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve new Entertainment License for .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve new Entertainment License for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue Monday to Sunday between 10:00 am and 10:00pm
Approve new Entertainment License for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue Monday to Sunday between 10:00 am and 10:00pm
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve new Entertainment License for Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Coastwise Pub located a 6 Circuit Avenue Monday to Sunday between 10:00 am and 10:00pm Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to grant license to Friends of Oak Bluffs.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Grant license to Friends of Oak Bluffs (FOOB) for the beautification of Circuit Avenue and downtown area
Grant license to Friends of Oak Bluffs (FOOB) for the beautification of Circuit Avenue and downtown area
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to grant license to Friends of Oak Bluffs (FOOB) for the beautification of Circuit Avenue and downtown area Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve 2026 moped business licenses f.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve 2026 moped business licenses for Ride On Mopeds and Island Hoppers
Approve 2026 moped business licenses for Ride On Mopeds and Island Hoppers
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve 2026 moped business licenses for Ride On Mopeds and Island Hoppers Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve the renewal of ferry leases an.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Approve the renewal of the ferry leases as discussed including a 10% increase over the current fees
Approve the renewal of the ferry leases as discussed including a 10% increase over the current fees
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve the renewal of the ferry leases as discussed including a 10% increase over the current fees Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote regarding Keno in Vineyard Wine and Chees.” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Continue to oppose the application regarding Keno at Vineyard Wine and Cheese at 36 Circuit Avenue
Continue to oppose the application regarding Keno at Vineyard Wine and Cheese at 36 Circuit Avenue
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to continue to oppose the application regarding Keno at Vineyard Wine and Cheese at 36 Circuit Avenue Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to adopt MassDEP Environmentally Preferab.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Adopt MassDEP Environmentally Preferable Products (EPP) or Sustainable Purchasing Policy in order to be eligible for SMRP Grant
Adopt MassDEP Environmentally Preferable Products (EPP) or Sustainable Purchasing Policy in order to be eligible for SMRP Grant
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to adopt MassDEP Environmentally Preferable Products (EPP) or Sustainable Purchasing Policy in order to be eligible for SMRP Grant Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to update Renovation of Downtown Building.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve the update on the renovation of downtown building policy as presented by the building department
Approve the update on the renovation of downtown building policy as presented by the building department
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve the update on the renovation of downtown building policy as presented by the building department Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve the raising of the Pride Flag .” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Approve the raising of the Pride Flag (from Monday June 8 - Monday June 15), the Juneteenth Flag (Mon June 15 - Monday June 22), the Portuguese Flag (Thurs July 16 - Monday July 20) the Wampanoag Flag (Friday October 9" - Tuesday October 13")
Approve the raising of the Pride Flag (from Monday June 8 - Monday June 15), the Juneteenth Flag (Mon June 15 - Monday June 22), the Portuguese Flag (Thurs July 16 - Monday July 20) the Wampanoag Flag (Friday October 9" - Tuesday October 13")
From the minutes
“Select Person Green-Beach made a motion to approve the raising of the Pride Flag (from Monday June 8 - Monday June 15), the Juneteenth Flag (Mon June 15 - Monday June 22), the Portuguese Flag (Thurs July 16 - Monday July 20) the Wampanoag Flag (Friday October 9" - Tuesday October 13") Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) TOWN OF OAK BLUFFS OAK BLUFFS SELECT BOARD MEETING MINUTES Oak Bluffs .” (Motion: Green-Beach, second: DeBettencourt)
Amend the amplified sound permit MV Skatepark Takeover on Saturday June 6", 2026, from 4:30 pm to 8:30pm (rain date 06.07.2026) and not waive the fee
Amend the amplified sound permit MV Skatepark Takeover on Saturday June 6", 2026, from 4:30 pm to 8:30pm (rain date 06.07.2026) and not waive the fee
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to amend the amplified sound permit MV Skatepark Takeover on Saturday June 6", 2026, from 4:30 pm to 8:30pm (rain date 06.07.2026) and not waive the fee Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (5 -Aye) Acceptance of Donations Discussion and possible vote to accept topsoil.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
Adjourn the meeting
Adjourn the meeting
The roll call does not list William Cleary.
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to adjourn the meeting Vote: Alley - Aye, Leonard - Aye, Green-Beach - Aye DeBettencourt - Aye (4 -Aye) * Cleary was not in the room at time of vote Respectfully Submitted mo.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Green-Beach)
From the Oak Bluffs Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Dion Alley, Mark Leonard and Sean DeBettencourt (Ray Ewing) and Tom Hallahan (Jeanna Shepard), Vineyard Gazette; William Cleary and Emma Green-Beach (2024 election day) and Gail Barmakian, The Martha’s Vineyard Times.
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