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August 27, 2019
18 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
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Present: Janet Reinhart, Kathleen Bacon, Helen Miranda Wilson, Justina Carlson, Michael DeVasto
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Approve the extension of a Seasonal Liquor Licenses for Winslow's Tavern to January 1, 2020
Carlson moved to approve the extension of a Seasonal Liquor Licenses for Winslow's Tavern to January 1, 2020.
The minutes give the count as "4-0", counting the recusal. Kathleen Bacon stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Carlson moved to approve the extension of a Seasonal Liquor Licenses for Winslow's Tavern to January 1, 2020. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 4-0, with Bacon recused.” (Motion: Carlson, second: Wilson)
Transfer Shellfish Grant License #2001-08 from Richard Goldberg to Richard Goldberg and Dave Seitler, as recommended by the Shellfish Constable
Wilson moved to transfer Shellfish Grant License #2001-08 from Richard Goldberg to Richard Goldberg and Dave Seitler, as recommended by the Shellfish Constable.
The minutes give the count as "4-0", counting the recusal. Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to transfer Shellfish Grant License #2001-08 from Richard Goldberg to Richard Goldberg and Dave Seitler, as recommended by the Shellfish Constable. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 4-0, with DeVasto recused.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
Continue the hearing to amend section 7.19.5 of the Wellfleet Shellfish Regulations and Appendix D on September 24
Wilson moved to continue the hearing to amend section 7.19.5 of the Wellfleet Shellfish Regulations and Appendix D on September 24.
The minutes give the count as "4-0", counting the recusal. Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to continue the hearing to amend section 7.19.5 of the Wellfleet Shellfish Regulations and Appendix D on September 24. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 4-0, with DeVasto recused.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS
Reappoint Harry Terkanian to the Building Needs and Assessment Committee for a one-year term
Wilson moved to reappoint Harry Terkanian to the Building Needs and Assessment Committee for a one-year term.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to reappoint Harry Terkanian to the Building Needs and Assessment Committee for a one-year term. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: DeVasto)
Postpone the appointment of the Wellfleet Representative to the Cape Cod Commission
Carlson moved to postpone the appointment of the Wellfleet Representative to the Cape Cod Commission.
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
From the minutes
“Carlson moved to postpone the appointment of the Wellfleet Representative to the Cape Cod Commission. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 4-1, with Wilson opposed.” (Motion: Carlson, second: Bacon)
Postpone the appointment of Bonnie Shepard as the Planning Board representative to the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee until Shepard can be present
Bacon moved to postpone the appointment of Bonnie Shepard as the Planning Board representative to the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee until Shepard can be present.
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to postpone the appointment of Bonnie Shepard as the Planning Board representative to the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee until Shepard can be present. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 4-1, with Wilson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carlson)
USE OF TOWN PROPERTY
Approve the use of Mayo Beach from June 29 to September 10, 2020 by Della Spring, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form for a fee that will be determined at a later date
Bacon moved to approve the use of Mayo Beach from June 29 to September 10, 2020 by Della Spring, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form for a fee that will be determined at a later date.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to approve the use of Mayo Beach from June 29 to September 10, 2020 by Della Spring, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form for a fee that will be determined at a later date. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
Approve the use of the Memorial Garden by Trudy Vermehren, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form
Reinhart moved to approve the use of the Memorial Garden by Trudy Vermehren, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form.
From the minutes
“Reinhart moved to approve the use of the Memorial Garden by Trudy Vermehren, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Reinhart, second: Bacon)
Approve the use of Great Pond on September 7, 2019 from 6-10 AM by Jay Critchley, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form
Carlson moved to approve the use of Great Pond on September 7, 2019 from 6-10 AM by Jay Critchley, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form.
From the minutes
“Carlson moved to approve the use of Great Pond on September 7, 2019 from 6-10 AM by Jay Critchley, per the conditions, if any, as listed on the application form. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Carlson, second: Wilson)
BUSINESS
Designate the Local Comprehensive Plan Working Group as the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee with a membership of 9 members, including 1 representative from the DPW, Community Services
Bacon moved to designate the Local Comprehensive Plan Working Group as the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee with a membership of 9 members, including 1 representative from the DPW, Community Services, Library, Housing Authority, Planning Board, School Committee, and the Building Needs and Assessment Committee. Wilson noted that this motion was for 9 regular members, no at-large members. Wilson noted there was no one with a strong environmental background. Butler noted that Jay Norton from DPW has the environmental and water background, Martha Hevenor has great insight as well, and that all issues - housing, water, and shellfish - are being covered. Butler respectfully invited the Board and all members of the public to attend meetings, read the minutes, and watch previously recorded meetings to understand fully the work the Committee is doing and the representation of all areas of concern discussed this evening. DeVasto asked the members of the committee to be officially appointed. Carlson said she did not feel the motion was clear in terms of DeVasto's point and would like a point of process included in the motion. Reinhart said the motion on the table is just to change the group from a working group to a Committee. Approved September 10, 2019 Wilson seconded, and the motion carried
Yes: Bacon, Reinhart, WilsonNo: Carlson, DeVasto
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to designate the Local Comprehensive Plan Working Group as the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee with a membership of 9 members, including 1 representative from the DPW, Community Services, Library, Housing Authority, Planning Board, School Committee, and the Building Needs and Assessment Committee. Wilson noted that this motion was for 9 regular members, no at-large members. Wilson noted there was no one with a strong environmental background. Butler noted that Jay Norton from DPW has the environmental and water background, Martha Hevenor has great insight as well, and that all issues - housing, water, and shellfish - are being covered. Butler respectfully invited the Board and all members of the public to attend meetings, read the minutes, and watch previously recorded meetings to understand fully the work the Committee is doing and the representation of all areas of concern discussed this evening. DeVasto asked the members of the committee to be officially appointed. Carlson said she did not feel the motion was clear in terms of DeVasto's point and would like a point of process included in the motion. Reinhart said the motion on the table is just to change the group from a working group to a Committee. Approved September 10, 2019 Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 3-2, with Carlson and DeVasto opposed.” (Motion: Bacon)
Authorize installation of a memorial bench for Arthur Medici at Newcomb Hollow Beach
Bacon moved to authorize installation of a memorial bench for Arthur Medici at Newcomb Hollow Beach.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to authorize installation of a memorial bench for Arthur Medici at Newcomb Hollow Beach. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Sign the Proclamation declaring the week of September 8th to 15th, 2019 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Week
Bacon moved to sign the Proclamation declaring the week of September 8th to 15th, 2019 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Week.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to sign the Proclamation declaring the week of September 8th to 15th, 2019 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Week. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Approve the Housing Authority 2019 tax bill insert, the Taxation Aid Committee 2019 tax bill insert, and the Cemetery Commission 2019 tax bill insert
Wilson moved to approve the Housing Authority 2019 tax bill insert, the Taxation Aid Committee 2019 tax bill insert, and the Cemetery Commission 2019 tax bill insert.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to approve the Housing Authority 2019 tax bill insert, the Taxation Aid Committee 2019 tax bill insert, and the Cemetery Commission 2019 tax bill insert. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Carlson)
Approve the agreement and authorize the Town Administrator to sign it
Bacon moved to approve the agreement and authorize the Town Administrator to sign it.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to approve the agreement and authorize the Town Administrator to sign it. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carlson)
Approve the letters to the Division of Open Government with regard to the Open Meeting Law Complaint from Ms. Ahern dated August 14 as amended and the August 16 complaint from Ms. Ahern and
Wilson moved to approve the letters to the Division of Open Government with regard to the Open Meeting Law Complaint from Ms. Ahern dated August 14 as amended and the August 16 complaint from Ms. Ahern and authorize the Town Administrator to sign them as amended.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to approve the letters to the Division of Open Government with regard to the Open Meeting Law Complaint from Ms. Ahern dated August 14 as amended and the August 16 complaint from Ms. Ahern and authorize the Town Administrator to sign them as amended. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: DeVasto)
Support the ZBA's decision to grant a Comprehensive Permit under Chapter 40B to Habitat for Humanity to build four affordable housing units at the property on Old Kings Highway
Bacon moved to support the ZBA's decision to grant a Comprehensive Permit under Chapter 40B to Habitat for Humanity to build four affordable housing units at the property on Old Kings Highway.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to support the ZBA's decision to grant a Comprehensive Permit under Chapter 40B to Habitat for Humanity to build four affordable housing units at the property on Old Kings Highway. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
MINUTES
Approve the minutes of the July 17, 2019 work meeting and the July 23, 2019 regular meeting as amended
Wilson moved to approve the minutes of the July 17, 2019 work meeting and the July 23, 2019 regular meeting as amended.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to approve the minutes of the July 17, 2019 work meeting and the July 23, 2019 regular meeting as amended. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
Bacon moved to adjourn. Wilson seconded, and the meeting adjourned at 10:30 pm.
The minutes record this motion and a seconder, but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to adjourn. Wilson seconded, and the meeting adjourned at 10:30 pm..” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
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