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January 14, 2020
17 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Janet Reinhart, Kathleen Bacon, Helen Miranda Wilson, Michael DeVasto, Justina Carlson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Amend Section 7.3 of the Wellfleet Shellfishing Policy and Regulations, by adding the sentence "Annual fees are due each year by February 28, when annual grant reports are due." as recommended by
Wilson moved to amend Section 7.3 of the Wellfleet Shellfishing Policy and Regulations, by adding the sentence "Annual fees are due each year by February 28, when annual grant reports are due." as recommended by the Shellfish Constable.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to amend Section 7.3 of the Wellfleet Shellfishing Policy and Regulations, by adding the sentence "Annual fees are due each year by February 28, when annual grant reports are due." as recommended by the Shellfish Constable. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
APPOINTMENT OF POLICE OFFICER - MATTHEW MCGUE
Appoint Matthew McGue as a Full Time Police Officer from February 17, 2020 through February 16, 2021 as requested by the Police Chief
Bacon moved to appoint Matthew McGue as a Full Time Police Officer from February 17, 2020 through February 16, 2021 as requested by the Police Chief.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to appoint Matthew McGue as a Full Time Police Officer from February 17, 2020 through February 16, 2021 as requested by the Police Chief. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
LICENSES
Approve the extension of the Seasonal Liquor License for the Fox and Crow Café until the application for an Annual License is approved by the State
Bacon moved to approve the extension of the Seasonal Liquor License for the Fox and Crow Café until the application for an Annual License is approved by the State.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to approve the extension of the Seasonal Liquor License for the Fox and Crow Café until the application for an Annual License is approved by the State. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carlson)
Approve the renewal of Common Victualler Licenses for the Boathouse Fish Market, Bocce Italian Grill, Box Lunch, Catch of the Day, Ceraldi, C Shore, Cumberland Farms, Even' Tide Motel and
Wilson moved to approve the renewal of Common Victualler Licenses for the Boathouse Fish Market, Bocce Italian Grill, Box Lunch, Catch of the Day, Ceraldi, C Shore, Cumberland Farms, Even' Tide Motel and Cottages, Harbor Stage Company, Hatch's Fish Market, Mac's Seafood Market, Mac's Shack, Mac's Seafood Takeout, Maurice's Campground, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Pearl Restaurant, Seaberry Surf Gift Shop, Van Rensselaer's, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Harbor Actors' Theater, Wellfleet Marketplace, Wellfleet Motel & Lodge, and Winslow's Tavern.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to approve the renewal of Common Victualler Licenses for the Boathouse Fish Market, Bocce Italian Grill, Box Lunch, Catch of the Day, Ceraldi, C Shore, Cumberland Farms, Even' Tide Motel and Cottages, Harbor Stage Company, Hatch's Fish Market, Mac's Seafood Market, Mac's Shack, Mac's Seafood Takeout, Maurice's Campground, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Pearl Restaurant, Seaberry Surf Gift Shop, Van Rensselaer's, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Harbor Actors' Theater, Wellfleet Marketplace, Wellfleet Motel & Lodge, and Winslow's Tavern. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: DeVasto)
Approve the renewal of Weekly Entertainment Licenses for Bocce Italian Grill, C Shore, Harbor Stage Company, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Pearl Restaurant, Van Rensselaer's, Wellfleet Beachcomber
Wilson moved to approve the renewal of Weekly Entertainment Licenses for Bocce Italian Grill, C Shore, Harbor Stage Company, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Pearl Restaurant, Van Rensselaer's, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Harbor Actor's Theater, and Winslow's Tavern.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to approve the renewal of Weekly Entertainment Licenses for Bocce Italian Grill, C Shore, Harbor Stage Company, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Pearl Restaurant, Van Rensselaer's, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Harbor Actor's Theater, and Winslow's Tavern. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Carlson)
Approve the renewal of Class II Licenses for L&R Auto and Wellfleet Service Center
Wilson moved to approve the renewal of Class II Licenses for L&R Auto and Wellfleet Service Center.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to approve the renewal of Class II Licenses for L&R Auto and Wellfleet Service Center. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
Renew the Automatic Amusement Licenses for Southfleet Motor Inn
Wilson moved to renew the Automatic Amusement Licenses for Southfleet Motor Inn.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to renew the Automatic Amusement Licenses for Southfleet Motor Inn. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
Renew the Sunday Entertainment Licenses for the Bookstore & Restaurant, Harbor Stage Company, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Drive in and Flea Market, Wellfleet Harbor
Wilson moved to renew the Sunday Entertainment Licenses for the Bookstore & Restaurant, Harbor Stage Company, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Drive in and Flea Market, Wellfleet Harbor Actors' Theater, Wellfleet Preservation Hall, and The Wicked Oyster.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to renew the Sunday Entertainment Licenses for the Bookstore & Restaurant, Harbor Stage Company, PB Boulangerie Bistro, Wellfleet Beachcomber, Wellfleet Drive in and Flea Market, Wellfleet Harbor Actors' Theater, Wellfleet Preservation Hall, and The Wicked Oyster. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
BOARD/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Appoint Trudy Vermehren to the Conservation Commission for a 2-month period as per the Health/Conservation Agent's recommendation
Bacon moved to appoint Trudy Vermehren to the Conservation Commission for a 2-month period as per the Health/Conservation Agent's recommendation.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to appoint Trudy Vermehren to the Conservation Commission for a 2-month period as per the Health/Conservation Agent's recommendation. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
Reactivate the appointment of David Mead-Fox to the Energy and Climate Action Committee, to continue his term ending June 30, 2021
Bacon moved to reactivate the appointment of David Mead-Fox to the Energy and Climate Action Committee, to continue his term ending June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to reactivate the appointment of David Mead-Fox to the Energy and Climate Action Committee, to continue his term ending June 30, 2021. Wilson seconded, and both motions carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Reappoint David Mead Fox as the Wellfleet Representative Alternate for a 1-year term
DeVasto moved to reappoint David Mead Fox as the Wellfleet Representative Alternate for a 1-year term.
From the minutes
“DeVasto moved to reappoint David Mead Fox as the Wellfleet Representative Alternate for a 1-year term. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: DeVasto, second: Wilson)
Has determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the Town may expect from Approved January 28, 2020 Richard
Bacon moved that the Board has determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the Town may expect from Approved January 28, 2020 Richard Elkin, Wellfleet Representative to the Cape Cod Commission. The disclosure is dated December 31, 2019.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved that the Board has determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the Town may expect from Approved January 28, 2020 Richard Elkin, Wellfleet Representative to the Cape Cod Commission. The disclosure is dated December 31, 2019. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
BUSINESS
Refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 30, Parcel 14, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties
Bacon moved to refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 30, Parcel 14, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 30, Parcel 14, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 20, Parcels 11, 12, and 16, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties
Bacon moved to refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 20, Parcels 11, 12, and 16, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 20, Parcels 11, 12, and 16, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 35-1, Parcels 201, 209, and 210, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties
Bacon moved to refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 35-1, Parcels 201, 209, and 210, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties.
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, Reinhart, WilsonNo: DeVasto
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to refer the request for disposition of Town-owned land, Map 35-1, Parcels 201, 209, and 210, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 4-1, with DeVasto opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Refer the request for the position of Town-owned land, Map 14, Parcel 119, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties
Bacon moved to refer the request for the position of Town-owned land, Map 14, Parcel 119, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties. Wilson said this came before the Board last year and that they vetted it. She said she was cross about that because last year the Board said that this land would be affected by climate change. Reinhart said she was dismayed. Carlson agreed with DeVasto's earlier point; Reinhart said the Board is simply referring the request, not making any opinions on it - that will come at a later point.
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, ReinhartAbstained: DeVasto, Wilson
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to refer the request for the position of Town-owned land, Map 14, Parcel 119, to appropriate committees, boards, departments, and other potentially interested parties. Wilson said this came before the Board last year and that they vetted it. She said she was cross about that because last year the Board said that this land would be affected by climate change. Reinhart said she was dismayed. Carlson agreed with DeVasto's earlier point; Reinhart said the Board is simply referring the request, not making any opinions on it - that will come at a later point. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 3-0-2, with DeVasto and Wilson abstaining.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carlson)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
Bacon moved to adjourn Wilson seconded, and the meeting adjourned at 8:00pm.
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 8:00pm..” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
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