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March 31, 2026
18 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Susan Areson, John Dundas, Stephanie Rein, Nancy Medoff
Absent: Susan Girard-Irwin
Every vote, in order
Adopt the proposed revisions to the Town of Truro Beach Rules and Regulations (Rule #5 and Enforcement sections)
To adopt the proposed revisions to the Town of Truro Beach Rules and Regulations (Rule #5 and Enforcement sections).
Yes: Areson, Dundas, MedoffNo: Rein
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to adopt the proposed revisions to the Town of Truro Beach Rules and Regulations (Rule #5 and Enforcement sections). Chair Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Nay Select Board Minutes of March 31, 2026 Page 3 of 14 Clerk Medoff - Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 3-1-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Areson)
Recommend Article on General Bylaw Chapter VI, Preserving Historic Properties
To recommend Article on General Bylaw Chapter VI, Preserving Historic Properties.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article on General Bylaw Chapter VI, Preserving Historic Properties. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Select Board Minutes of March 31, 2026 Page 4 of 14 Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Rein)
Recommend the Right to Farm and Fish citizen petitioned article
To recommend the Right to Farm and Fish citizen petitioned article.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend the Right to Farm and Fish citizen petitioned article. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article: Amend General Bylaw 1-3-1 to Adopt a New Town Seal
To recommend Article: Amend General Bylaw 1-3-1 to Adopt a New Town Seal.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article: Amend General Bylaw 1-3-1 to Adopt a New Town Seal. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Select Board Minutes of March 31, 2026 Page 5 of 14 Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Refer to the Planning Board the Amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit for public hearing pursuant to MGL c.40A, §5
To refer to the Planning Board the Amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit for public hearing pursuant to MGL c.40A, §5.
From the minutes
“Clerk Medoff motion to refer to the Planning Board the Amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit for public hearing pursuant to MGL c.40A, §5. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff - Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Medoff, second: Rein)
Approve the establishment of the Short Term Rental Inspector position, set the 2026 rental registration permit fee at $450.00, extend the 2025 permit expiration date to June 30, 2026 and set...
To approve the establishment of the Short Term Rental Inspector position, set the 2026 rental registration permit fee at $450.00, extend the 2025 permit expiration date to June 30, 2026 and set deadline to renew 2026 permits as July 1, 2026.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to approve the establishment of the Short Term Rental Inspector position, set the 2026 rental registration permit fee at $450.00, extend the 2025 permit expiration date to June 30, 2026 and set deadline to renew 2026 permits as July 1, 2026. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Rein)
Recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO REDUCE OR STABILIZE THE FY2027 TAX RATE as printed
To recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO REDUCE OR STABILIZE THE FY2027 TAX RATE as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO REDUCE OR STABILIZE THE FY2027 TAX RATE as printed. Chair Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Areson)
Recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE OPEB TRUST FUND as printed
To recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE OPEB TRUST FUND as printed.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE OPEB TRUST FUND as printed. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE FUND as printed
To recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE FUND as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE FUND as printed. Chair Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Areson)
Recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE EMPLOYEE BENEFIT ACCOUNT as printed
To recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE EMPLOYEE BENEFIT ACCOUNT as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO THE EMPLOYEE BENEFIT ACCOUNT as printed. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Select Board Minutes of March 31, 2026 Page 8 of 14 Clerk Medoff--- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION XX: TO FUND EVALUATION COSTS FOR CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE LAND SWAPS as printed
To recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION XX: TO FUND EVALUATION COSTS FOR CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE LAND SWAPS as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION XX: TO FUND EVALUATION COSTS FOR CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE LAND SWAPS as printed. Clerk Medoff seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Medoff)
Recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO REPAY FEMA AND CARES ACT MONEY as printed
To recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO REPAY FEMA AND CARES ACT MONEY as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article 3: Transfer of Funds from Free Cash: SECTION X: TO REPAY FEMA AND CARES ACT MONEY as printed. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff - Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Rein)
Recommend Article XX: Community Preservation Act: Open Space Reserve (Open Space) as printed
To recommend Article XX: Community Preservation Act: Open Space Reserve (Open Space) as printed.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to recommend Article XX: Community Preservation Act: Open Space Reserve (Open Space) as printed. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Rein)
Recommend Article XX: Amend Truro Personnel Bylaw 11.2.7 Longevity as printed
To recommend Article XX: Amend Truro Personnel Bylaw 11.2.7 Longevity as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article XX: Amend Truro Personnel Bylaw 11.2.7 Longevity as printed. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Rein)
Recommend Article XX: Amend Truro Personnel Bylaw 6.1 Vacation as printed
To recommend Article XX: Amend Truro Personnel Bylaw 6.1 Vacation as printed.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article XX: Amend Truro Personnel Bylaw 6.1 Vacation as printed. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Direct the town manager to provide each Select Board member with a self-evaluation by April 14, 2026 and for each Select Board member to complete their individual meetings and written evaluations...
To direct the town manager to provide each Select Board member with a self-evaluation by April 14, 2026 and for each Select Board member to complete their individual meetings and written evaluations of the manager by 12pm on April 29, 2026 and for the Assistant Town Manager to provide the consensus summary to the board and town manager by May 5", and to schedule a public meeting to review the evaluation no later than May 12, 2026.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to direct the town manager to provide each Select Board member with a self-evaluation by April 14, 2026 and for each Select Board member to complete their individual meetings and written evaluations of the manager by 12pm on April 29, 2026 and for the Assistant Town Manager to provide the consensus summary to the board and town manager by May 5", and to schedule a public meeting to review the evaluation no later than May 12, 2026. Clerk Medoff seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Medoff)
Accept the Consent Agenda as written
To accept the Consent Agenda as written.
From the minutes
“NONE Chair Areson made a motion to accept the Consent Agenda as written. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff-- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Rein)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Clerk Medoff- Aye Chair Areson - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Rein)
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