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June 9, 2026
19 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Dion Alley, Sean DeBettencourt, William Cleary, Mark Leonard
Absent: Emma Green-Beach
Every vote, in order
Appoint Belinda Booker as a Per Diem Paramedic, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional paramedic status
Appoint Belinda Booker as a Per Diem Paramedic, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional paramedic status
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to appoint Belinda Booker as a Per Diem Paramedic, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional paramedic status Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to appoint Ansley Higgins as a Per Diem .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Appoint Ansley Higgins as a Per Diem EMT, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional paramedic status
Appoint Ansley Higgins as a Per Diem EMT, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional paramedic status
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to appoint Ansley Higgins as a Per Diem EMT, contingent upon compliance with all requirements and conditions of the provisional paramedic status Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to reappoint Melanie M. Bilodeau to the .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Reappoint Melanie M. Bilodeau to the Board of Assessors for a three-year term
Reappoint Melanie M. Bilodeau to the Board of Assessors for a three-year term
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to reappoint Melanie M. Bilodeau to the Board of Assessors for a three-year term Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Department Head, Committees and Commission Updates Discussion and pos.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve the special waiver on the downtown work moratorium for the following properties Union Chapel 55 Narragansett Avenue until Wednesday June | 0”, 2026, 3 Uncas Avenue until Friday June 12", 2026, and 43 Ocean Avenue until Friday June 26", 2026 Mr. Cohen requested permission to speak on 3 Uncas
Approve the special waiver on the downtown work moratorium for the following properties Union Chapel 55 Narragansett Avenue until Wednesday June | 0”, 2026, 3 Uncas Avenue until Friday June 12", 2026, and 43 Ocean Avenue until Friday June 26", 2026 Mr. Cohen requested permission to speak on 3 Uncas Avenue; he is requesting an extension to the end of June for this project; until Friday June 26, 2026. Mr. Cohen was not aware their property was located in the work moratorium area. A letter from the engineer was submitted to support the request for an extension until the end of June. Mr. Petkus explained this project to the board; he was confused as to why this project expanded and excavated further once they were made aware of the moratorium date. Mr. Cohen responded it was not their intention to start more work and extend the situation; they already has the bungalow area excavated. Mr. Cohen explained the scope of the work and requested an extension. Chair Alley recommended all contractors working in Oak Bluffs make themselves familiar with the rules of Oak Buffs. Chair Alley commented he would allow 3 Uncas Avenue applicants to work with building commissioner Petkus on the work and the date will be no later than Friday June 26, 2026. Mr. George Stamatos reiterated what Mr. Cohen stated, they were not intentionally looking to extend the scope of the work. They have parking for their vehicles on site and will not block any roads or take up parking spaces. Select Person Cleary asked building commissioner if the Union Chapel project will make the deadline of June 10, 2026. Mr. Petkus commented he has not heard differently. TOWN OF OAK BLUFFS OAK BLUFFS SELECT BOARD MEETING MINUTES Oak Bluffs Town Hall - 56 School Street Meeting Hall - Lower Level Tuesday June 9, 2026, at 4:30 pm - hybrid. Select Person DeBettencourt made a friendly amendment to his motion to approve the special waivers at 3 Uncas Avenue to coordinate with building commission Mr. Petkus and the work to go no later than Friday June 26, 2026
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve the special waiver on the downtown work moratorium for the following properties Union Chapel 55 Narragansett Avenue until Wednesday June | 0”, 2026, 3 Uncas Avenue until Friday June 12", 2026, and 43 Ocean Avenue until Friday June 26", 2026 Mr. Cohen requested permission to speak on 3 Uncas Avenue; he is requesting an extension to the end of June for this project; until Friday June 26, 2026. Mr. Cohen was not aware their property was located in the work moratorium area. A letter from the engineer was submitted to support the request for an e.” (Motion: DeBettencourt)
Approve meeting minutes May 26, 2026
Approve meeting minutes May 26, 2026
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve meeting minutes May 26, 2026 Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote for the Select Board to consider approvi.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve the ground-leasing of land to Bellevue Veterans Community, LLC, subject to Town counsel's final review of the documents: the Ground Lease, CPA Restriction, Affordable Housing Restriction with 40B Rider, and Estoppel Certificate
Approve the ground-leasing of land to Bellevue Veterans Community, LLC, subject to Town counsel's final review of the documents: the Ground Lease, CPA Restriction, Affordable Housing Restriction with 40B Rider, and Estoppel Certificate
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve the ground-leasing of land to Bellevue Veterans Community, LLC, subject to Town counsel's final review of the documents: the Ground Lease, CPA Restriction, Affordable Housing Restriction with 40B Rider, and Estoppel Certificate Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve trail management agreement re.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Cleary)
Approve trail management agreement regarding Old Back Road with Oak Bluffs Land Bank
Approve trail management agreement regarding Old Back Road with Oak Bluffs Land Bank
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve trail management agreement regarding Old Back Road with Oak Bluffs Land Bank Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve the Noyes Budget for FY27 by .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve the Noyes Budget for FY27 by the Dukes County Regional Housing Authority and to authorize the Town Administrator (o enter into a management contract with the DCRHA for a three-year term
Approve the Noyes Budget for FY27 by the Dukes County Regional Housing Authority and to authorize the Town Administrator (o enter into a management contract with the DCRHA for a three-year term
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBetlencourt made a motion to approve the Noyes Budget for FY27 by the Dukes County Regional Housing Authority and to authorize the Town Administrator (o enter into a management contract with the DCRHA for a three-year term Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve a memorandum of understanding.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Cleary)
Approve a memorandum of understanding with the Dukes County Sheriff's office to continue acting as regional lockup
Approve a memorandum of understanding with the Dukes County Sheriff's office to continue acting as regional lockup
From the minutes
“Select Person Cleary made a motion to approve a memorandum of understanding with the Dukes County Sheriff's office to continue acting as regional lockup Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to declare heating oil from the Elementa.” (Motion: Cleary, second: DeBettencourt)
Declare the heating oil from the Elementary School Boiler renovations surplus
Declare the heating oil from the Elementary School Boiler renovations surplus
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to declare the heating oil from the Elementary School Boiler renovations surplus Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve a one day beer and wine permi.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve a one day beer and wine permit for knock knock comedy on Friday June 12", 2026, from 7:00 pm to 10:00pm
Approve a one day beer and wine permit for knock knock comedy on Friday June 12", 2026, from 7:00 pm to 10:00pm
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve a one day beer and wine permit for knock knock comedy on Friday June 12", 2026, from 7:00 pm to 10:00pm Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to add Board of Health representative To.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Appoint Bill Cleary and Mark Leoanard as Select Board Representative, Adam Petkus Building Commissioner, Leah Brown ZBA representative, three at large members Leslie Fitzsimmons, Brian Packish and Keija Minor, TA Brough, Chris Chambers Planning Board representative and Tom Zino Board of Health
Appoint Bill Cleary and Mark Leoanard as Select Board Representative, Adam Petkus Building Commissioner, Leah Brown ZBA representative, three at large members Leslie Fitzsimmons, Brian Packish and Keija Minor, TA Brough, Chris Chambers Planning Board representative and Tom Zino Board of Health
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to appoint Bill Cleary and Mark Leoanard as Select Board Representative, Adam Petkus Building Commissioner, Leah Brown ZBA representative, three at large members Leslie Fitzsimmons, Brian Packish and Keija Minor, TA Brough, Chris Chambers Planning Board representative and Tom Zino Board of Health Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Chair Alley asked for an update from this group back to the board by .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve the Holy Ghost Association special events as listed and presented
Approve the Holy Ghost Association special events as listed and presented
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve the Holy Ghost Association special events as listed and presented Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Ms. DeBettencourt reminded the Select Board of the parade on Sunday J.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve one day all alcohol permit for Ladyfest MV LLC on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00 pm (rain date 10.04.2026)
Approve one day all alcohol permit for Ladyfest MV LLC on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00 pm (rain date 10.04.2026)
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve one day all alcohol permit for Ladyfest MV LLC on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00 pm (rain date 10.04.2026) Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve special event amplified sound.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve special event amplified sound permit for Ladyfest MV LLC on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00 pm (rain date 10.04.2026
Approve special event amplified sound permit for Ladyfest MV LLC on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00 pm (rain date 10.04.2026
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve special event amplified sound permit for Ladyfest MV LLC on Saturday October 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00 pm (rain date 10.04.2026 Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve Economic Development Council .” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Appoint economic development council appointee Stefanie Wolfe for a two year appointment
Appoint economic development council appointee Stefanie Wolfe for a two year appointment
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to appoint economic development council appointee Stefanie Wolfe for a two year appointment Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to change parking times on Kennebec Aven.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Change the parking times on Kennebec Avenue and David Healey Way as per the Roads and Byways recommendation
Change the parking times on Kennebec Avenue and David Healey Way as per the Roads and Byways recommendation
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to change the parking times on Kennebec Avenue and David Healey Way as per the Roads and Byways recommendation Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Discussion and possible vote to approve the raising of the 250 flag a.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Cleary)
Approve the raising of the 250" flag at Town Hall for the July 4!" week June 29-July 6 and allow this banner/flag
Approve the raising of the 250" flag at Town Hall for the July 4!" week June 29-July 6 and allow this banner/flag
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve the raising of the 250" flag at Town Hall for the July 4!" week June 29-July 6 and allow this banner/flag Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Acceptance of Donations Discussion and possible vote to approve $25.0.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
Approve the donations as listed above
Approve the donations as listed above
From the minutes
“Select Person DeBettencourt made a motion to approve the donations as listed above Vote: Alley - Aye, Cleary - Aye, Leonard - Aye, DeBettencourt - Aye (4 - Aye) Correspondence: none TA/ATA Report: attached Public Comment (2 minute.” (Motion: DeBettencourt, second: Leonard)
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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