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June 9, 2020
19 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 the annual liquor license, for The Fox and Crow, Inc., to add an outdoor service bar and dining area
Wilson moved to amend the annual liquor license, for The Fox and Crow, Inc., to add an outdoor service bar and dining area.
From the minutes
“Wilson moved to amend the annual liquor license, for The Fox and Crow, Inc., to add an outdoor service bar and dining area. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
Allow The Fox and Crow Inc., to move their indoor seating to the outdoor dining area as to not increase occupancy, as approved by the Fire Department until the Governor's orders expire or November
DeVasto moved to allow The Fox and Crow Inc., to move their indoor seating to the outdoor dining area as to not increase occupancy, as approved by the Fire Department until the Governor's orders expire or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media.
From the minutes
“DeVasto moved to allow The Fox and Crow Inc., to move their indoor seating to the outdoor dining area as to not increase occupancy, as approved by the Fire Department until the Governor's orders expire or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: DeVasto, second: Wilson)
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for Mac's Shack to add an outdoor bar service and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for Mac's Shack to add an outdoor bar service and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for Mac's Shack to add an outdoor bar service and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Beachcomber to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Beachcomber to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Beachcomber to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for VR's to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for VR's to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for VR's to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF 2020 GRADUATES
That the Wellfleet Selectboard congratulate the Wellfleet Elementary School graduating fifth grade class and wish them luck in their future education
Bacon moved that the Wellfleet Selectboard congratulate the Wellfleet Elementary School graduating fifth grade class and wish them luck in their future education. Congratulations to o Troy Costa o Jessica Francis o Romanee Hunt o Mia McIntosh o Oliver Medeiros o Lucy Newman o Jedidiah 'Jed' Noble o Jordan Nye o Helena Pabo o William 'Eli' Paine o Ethan Rosen o Boone Scalcione o Ani St. Onge o Serena Townsend o Finn Valli o Caidon Vasquez o Kolina Winslow o Violet Yingling o And thank you to their teacher Mrs. Kathy Ferri, Principal Mary Beth Rodman and the entire staff at the Wellfleet Elementary School
From the minutes
“Bacon moved that the Wellfleet Selectboard congratulate the Wellfleet Elementary School graduating fifth grade class and wish them luck in their future education. Congratulations to o Troy Costa o Jessica Francis o Romanee Hunt o Mia McIntosh o Oliver Medeiros o Lucy Newman o Jedidiah 'Jed' Noble o Jordan Nye o Helena Pabo o William 'Eli' Paine o Ethan Rosen o Boone Scalcione o Ani St. Onge o Serena Townsend o Finn Valli o Caidon Vasquez o Kolina Winslow o Violet Yingling o And thank you to their teacher Mrs. Kathy Ferri, Principal Mary Beth Rodman and the entire staff at the Wellfleet Elementary School Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Congratulate Wellfleet's 2020 graduating seniors and wish them well in their future endeavors. o Alex Heath o Charles Anderson Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this
Bacon moved to congratulate Wellfleet's 2020 graduating seniors and wish them well in their future endeavors. o Alex Heath o Charles Anderson Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media. o James Lord o Patricia Lord o Will Moyer o Jenna Carreiro o Zeyi Lu o Nelliemay Dipinto o Julie Wilson o Robert Marriott o Nicolaos Annis o Ruby Warner o Molly Shafnacker o Cassidy Cook o Joshua Lucas o Daisy-ann Montaque o Evelyn Rose o AnnaBelle Beaudoin o Fantasia Hatch o Christopher Pickard o Sasha LaPointe o Isabel Merl o Ashleigh Rose o Maddie Kelly o Clay Kenny
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to congratulate Wellfleet's 2020 graduating seniors and wish them well in their future endeavors. o Alex Heath o Charles Anderson Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media. o James Lord o Patricia Lord o Will Moyer o Jenna Carreiro o Zeyi Lu o Nelliemay Dipinto o Julie Wilson o Robert Marriott o Nicolaos Annis o Ruby Warner o Molly Shafnacker o Cassidy Cook o Joshua Lucas o Daisy-ann Montaque o Evelyn Rose o AnnaBelle Beaudoin o Fantasia Hatch o Christopher Pickard o Sasha LaPointe o Isabel Merl o Ashleigh Rose o Maddie Kelly o Clay Kenny Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
OTHER RESTAURANT AMENDMENTS
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for C Shore to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for C Shore to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for C Shore to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carlson)
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Wicked Oyster to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Wicked Oyster to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Wicked Oyster to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
APPOINTMENTS
Reappoint thee following Full Time Police Officers for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 o Laecio D Oliviera o Mark Braun o Nicholas Daly o Edward Garneau o Jeremiah Valli o Robert
Bacon moved to reappoint thee following Full Time Police Officers for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 o Laecio D Oliviera o Mark Braun o Nicholas Daly o Edward Garneau o Jeremiah Valli o Robert Pimentel o Michael Allen o Matthew McGue
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to reappoint thee following Full Time Police Officers for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 o Laecio D Oliviera o Mark Braun o Nicholas Daly o Edward Garneau o Jeremiah Valli o Robert Pimentel o Michael Allen o Matthew McGue DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
Appoint/reappoint thee following Special Police Officers for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 o Leslie Reynolds o W. Russell Hughes o Seth DiGiacomo o Christopher Hartsgrove o Eric
Bacon moved to appoint/reappoint thee following Special Police Officers for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 o Leslie Reynolds o W. Russell Hughes o Seth DiGiacomo o Christopher Hartsgrove o Eric Trudeau o Kristy Pressey o Christopher Anderson o Meghan Farrell o Ryan Wright o Scott Higgins o John Szucs o Marc Spigel o Desmond Keogh
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to appoint/reappoint thee following Special Police Officers for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 o Leslie Reynolds o W. Russell Hughes o Seth DiGiacomo o Christopher Hartsgrove o Eric Trudeau o Kristy Pressey o Christopher Anderson o Meghan Farrell o Ryan Wright o Scott Higgins o John Szucs o Marc Spigel o Desmond Keogh DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
Reappoint Andrew Ryan as seasonal deputy shellfish constable for the periods July 1, through November 3, 2020 and May 13, through June 30, 2021
Bacon moved reappoint Andrew Ryan as seasonal deputy shellfish constable for the periods July 1, through November 3, 2020 and May 13, through June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved reappoint Andrew Ryan as seasonal deputy shellfish constable for the periods July 1, through November 3, 2020 and May 13, through June 30, 2021. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
COVID-19 UPDATES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
That the sale of visitor beach stickers commence on June 13, 2020. o DeVasto suggested reopening all beaches, except one for residents/taxpayers only, to visitors
Bacon moved that the sale of visitor beach stickers commence on June 13, 2020. o DeVasto suggested reopening all beaches, except one for residents/taxpayers only, to visitors. Bacon said she did not think this was legal. Thomas said she heard what Mr. DeVasto was saying but changes to the regulations was not published as a public hearing. She asked the Board not to vote on this yet without a public hearing. Wilson said anyone could go to a beach before or after hours so this would not restrict use of any one beach. o Audience member Jonathan Schwartz confirmed that visitor stickers were to be sold this summer and thanked the Board for its consideration. o Audience member Josh Yeston suggested that when the use of Town property is reconsidered, the Board look also at reopening the back lot at White Crest for use by resident/taxpayers.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved that the sale of visitor beach stickers commence on June 13, 2020. o DeVasto suggested reopening all beaches, except one for residents/taxpayers only, to visitors. Bacon said she did not think this was legal. Thomas said she heard what Mr. DeVasto was saying but changes to the regulations was not published as a public hearing. She asked the Board not to vote on this yet without a public hearing. Wilson said anyone could go to a beach before or after hours so this would not restrict use of any one beach. o Audience member Jonathan Schwartz confirmed that visitor stickers were to be sold this summer and thanked the Board for its consideration. o Audience member Josh Yeston suggested that when the use of Town property is reconsidered, the Board look also at reopening the back lot at White Crest for use by resident/taxpayers. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
That the use of town property, after having been vetted by Board of Health, Police and Fire, be considered by the Selectboard on a case by case basis
Bacon moved that the use of town property, after having been vetted by Board of Health, Police and Fire, be considered by the Selectboard on a case by case basis.
Yes: Bacon, DeVasto, Reinhart, WilsonNo: Carlson
From the minutes
“Bacon moved that the use of town property, after having been vetted by Board of Health, Police and Fire, be considered by the Selectboard on a case by case basis. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 4-1, with Carlson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
BUSINESS
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for Ceraldi, Inc. to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for Ceraldi, Inc. to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for Ceraldi, Inc. to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Approve the Use of Town Property for Ceraldi, Inc. located around their premises on Kendrick Avenue for the 2020 season, subject to the conditions, if any as listed on the application form pending
Bacon moved to approve the Use of Town Property for Ceraldi, Inc. located around their premises on Kendrick Avenue for the 2020 season, subject to the conditions, if any as listed on the application form pending an inspection by the Building Department and Fire Department. The fee is to be determined by the Board.
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to approve the Use of Town Property for Ceraldi, Inc. located around their premises on Kendrick Avenue for the 2020 season, subject to the conditions, if any as listed on the application form pending an inspection by the Building Department and Fire Department. The fee is to be determined by the Board. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Pearl Restaurant to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. o
Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Pearl Restaurant to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. o Carlson was concerned with the way in which the restaurant behaved, putting up their tent prior to having Board approval. Reinhart asked Hester and Zehnder if the upstairs, open-air deck be used; Zehnder said they have considered it. He asked the Board to accept the apology and see how they behave this summer and not punish Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media. them by not approving their temporary, seasonal liquor license amendment. There was further discussion.
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to temporarily amend the seasonal liquor license, for The Pearl Restaurant to add an outdoor service bar and dining area, until the Governor's order expires or November 1, 2020 whichever is sooner. o Carlson was concerned with the way in which the restaurant behaved, putting up their tent prior to having Board approval. Reinhart asked Hester and Zehnder if the upstairs, open-air deck be used; Zehnder said they have considered it. He asked the Board to accept the apology and see how they behave this summer and not punish Approved in DRAFT on June 23, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media. them by not approving their temporary, seasonal liquor license amendment. There was further discussion. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 4-1, with Wilson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
Approve the Use of Town Property for The Pearl Restaurant. located around their premises on Kendrick Avenue for the 2020 season, subject to the conditions, if any as listed on the application form
Bacon moved to approve the Use of Town Property for The Pearl Restaurant. located around their premises on Kendrick Avenue for the 2020 season, subject to the conditions, if any as listed on the application form pending an inspection by the Building Department and Fire Department. The fee is to be determined by the Board.
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to approve the Use of Town Property for The Pearl Restaurant. located around their premises on Kendrick Avenue for the 2020 season, subject to the conditions, if any as listed on the application form pending an inspection by the Building Department and Fire Department. The fee is to be determined by the Board. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 4-1, with Wilson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
Bacon moved to adjourn. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried
From the minutes
“Bacon moved to adjourn. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
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