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September 27, 2022
40 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Ryan Curley, Michael DeVasto, John Wolf, Kathleen Bacon, Barbara Carboni
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) for one item.
Every vote, in order
E. Full time police officer appointment ~ Tyler M. Legare ~ Chief Hurley
Approve the consent agent as written
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the consent agent as written.
Yes: Bacon, Carboni, Curley, WolfAbstained: DeVasto
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the consent agent as written. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto Abstained due to the SPAT item).” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
A. Allocating the local property tax levy among the five classes for Fiscal Year
Set the residential tax exemption at 25%
Chair Curley Moved, Board member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to set the residential tax exemption at 25%
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to set the residential tax exemption at 25% Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Set the open space exemption at 0%
Chair Curley Moved; Board member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to set the open space exemption at 0%.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to set the open space exemption at 0%. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Set the small business exemption at 0%
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to set the small business exemption at 0%.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to set the small business exemption at 0%. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
B. Shellfish Public Hearings ~ Nancy Civetta ~ Shellfish Constable
Approve the transfer of shellfish license grant number #01-01 ext. existing of two acres North of Lieutenant Island from Ralph Bassett and Rodney Avery to Rodney Avery
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the transfer of shellfish license grant number #01-01 ext. existing of two acres North of Lieutenant Island from Ralph Bassett and Rodney Avery to Rodney Avery.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the transfer of shellfish license grant number #01-01 ext. existing of two acres North of Lieutenant Island from Ralph Bassett and Rodney Avery to Rodney Avery. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #01- 01 consisting of one acre located north of Lieutenant Island for a period of nine years, 11 months, and 28 days with an
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to approve Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #01- 01 consisting of one acre located north of Lieutenant Island for a period of nine years, 11 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to approve Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #01- 01 consisting of one acre located north of Lieutenant Island for a period of nine years, 11 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley)
Close this hearing
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to close this hearing.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to close this hearing. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #01-01ext. consisting of one acre located north of Lieutenant Island for a period of nine years, 11 months, and 28 days with an
Chair Curley Moved Board Member Wolf Seconded, and it was voted to approve Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #01-01ext. consisting of one acre located north of Lieutenant Island for a period of nine years, 11 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved Board Member Wolf Seconded, and it was voted to approve Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #01-01ext. consisting of one acre located north of Lieutenant Island for a period of nine years, 11 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032. Roll Call Vote 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Approve R. Andrew Cummings grant renewal request for grant number #754 consisting of 2.37 acres located on Mayo Beach for a 3|Page period of nine years, five months, and 27 days with an expiration
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded, and it was voted to approve R. Andrew Cummings grant renewal request for grant number #754 consisting of 2.37 acres located on Mayo Beach for a 3|Page period of nine years, five months, and 27 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded, and it was voted to approve R. Andrew Cummings grant renewal request for grant number #754 consisting of 2.37 acres located on Mayo Beach for a 3|Page period of nine years, five months, and 27 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto Recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Close public hearing
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to close public hearing
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to close public hearing Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve Nate Johnson and Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #05-01 consisting of 0.99 acres located in Loagy Bay for a period of nine years, 10 months, and 28 days with an
Board Member Carboni Moved, Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve Nate Johnson and Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #05-01 consisting of 0.99 acres located in Loagy Bay for a period of nine years, 10 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Board Member Carboni Moved, Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve Nate Johnson and Rodney Avery's grant renewal request for grant number #05-01 consisting of 0.99 acres located in Loagy Bay for a period of nine years, 10 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032..” (Motion: Carboni, second: Curley)
Amend the original motion and renew the grant renewal for one year
Board member Carboni Moved, Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to amend the original motion and renew the grant renewal for one year. To expire one year from today.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Carboni Moved, Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to amend the original motion and renew the grant renewal for one year. To expire one year from today. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Carboni, second: Curley)
Close public hearing
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to close public hearing
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to close public hearing Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley)
Approve Chris Merl, Denice LaPierre, and Ronald Butilier's grant renewal request for grant number #00-05 consisting of 2. 16 acres located on Egg Island for a period of nine years. 10 months, and
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve Chris Merl, Denice LaPierre, and Ronald Butilier's grant renewal request for grant number #00-05 consisting of 2. 16 acres located on Egg Island for a period of nine years. 10 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve Chris Merl, Denice LaPierre, and Ronald Butilier's grant renewal request for grant number #00-05 consisting of 2. 16 acres located on Egg Island for a period of nine years. 10 months, and 28 days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Close public hearing
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to close public hearing
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to close public hearing Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Approve Michael Parlante's grant renewal request for grant numbers #739 and #739A consisting of a total of three acres located on Mayo Beach for a period of six years, two months and seven days
Chair Curley moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded, and it was voted to approve Michael Parlante's grant renewal request for grant numbers #739 and #739A consisting of a total of three acres located on Mayo Beach for a period of six years, two months and seven days with an expiration date of January 10, 2029
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded, and it was voted to approve Michael Parlante's grant renewal request for grant numbers #739 and #739A consisting of a total of three acres located on Mayo Beach for a period of six years, two months and seven days with an expiration date of January 10, 2029 Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Close the public hearing
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to close the public hearing.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to close the public hearing. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Board member wolf
Chair Curley moved, board member wolf
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley moved, board member wolf seconded; and it was voted to approve David Pike and Caroline Lloyd's grant renewal request for grant numbers #8905 and #89-5ext..” (Motion: Curley)
Close public hearing 5|Page
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to close public hearing 5|Page
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to close public hearing 5|Page Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve David Seitler and Melissa Yow's grant renewal request for grant number #01-03 consisting of three acres on Indian Neck for a period of nine years, nine months, and four days with an
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve David Seitler and Melissa Yow's grant renewal request for grant number #01-03 consisting of three acres on Indian Neck for a period of nine years, nine months, and four days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve David Seitler and Melissa Yow's grant renewal request for grant number #01-03 consisting of three acres on Indian Neck for a period of nine years, nine months, and four days with an expiration date of April 30, 2032. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Close public hearing
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni seconded, and it was voted to close public hearing
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni seconded, and it was voted to close public hearing Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1(DeVasto Recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
It was voted approve David M. Ziemba, David E. Ziemba, and Michael Ziemba's grant renewal request for grant numbers #95-29 and #95-30 consisting of a total of tow acres located on Egg Island for a
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted approve David M. Ziemba, David E. Ziemba, and Michael Ziemba's grant renewal request for grant numbers #95-29 and #95-30 consisting of a total of tow acres located on Egg Island for a period of nine years and two months with an expiration date of April 30, 2032.
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted approve David M. Ziemba, David E. Ziemba, and Michael Ziemba's grant renewal request for grant numbers #95-29 and #95-30 consisting of a total of tow acres located on Egg Island for a period of nine years and two months with an expiration date of April 30, 2032. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Close the public hearing
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to close the public hearing
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to close the public hearing Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
A. Wellfleet Spat ~ One Day alcohol License (beer & Wine only) ~ October 1,
Approve a one-day alcohol license for beer and wine only to Wellfleet Spat for October 1, 2022, from 4pm to 7pm for the Art and Oyster Crawl for a fee of $50.00
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to approve a one-day alcohol license for beer and wine only to Wellfleet Spat for October 1, 2022, from 4pm to 7pm for the Art and Oyster Crawl for a fee of $50.00
Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to approve a one-day alcohol license for beer and wine only to Wellfleet Spat for October 1, 2022, from 4pm to 7pm for the Art and Oyster Crawl for a fee of $50.00 Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto Recused).” (Motion: Curley)
B. Letter of intent submission Maurice's Campground
Approve and authorize the town administrator to submit a letter of intent on behalf of the town to Barnstable County for the medium sized grant
Board Member Bacon Moved, Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve and authorize the town administrator to submit a letter of intent on behalf of the town to Barnstable County for the medium sized grant.
From the minutes
“Board Member Bacon Moved, Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve and authorize the town administrator to submit a letter of intent on behalf of the town to Barnstable County for the medium sized grant. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Curley)
C. Maurice's Planning Committee ~ Chair Curley
Approve the Maurice's campground planning committee charge as amended
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve the Maurice's campground planning committee charge as amended.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve the Maurice's campground planning committee charge as amended. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
D. Maurice's Stakeholders Group ~ Chair Curley
Approve Maurice's Campground (80 State Highway) charge as drafted
Chair Curley Moved; Board member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve Maurice's Campground (80 State Highway) charge as drafted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve Maurice's Campground (80 State Highway) charge as drafted. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Have the appointing authority be the town administrator
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni seconded; and it was voted to have the appointing authority be the town administrator.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni seconded; and it was voted to have the appointing authority be the town administrator. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
E. Dissolve Maurice's (80 State Highway) Working Group
Dissolve 80 State Highway working group
Board Member DeVasto moved; Chair Curley Seconded; and it was voted to dissolve 80 State Highway working group.
From the minutes
“Board Member DeVasto moved; Chair Curley Seconded; and it was voted to dissolve 80 State Highway working group. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: DeVasto, second: Curley)
F. FY 2024 Calendars - Budget and Meeting Schedule ~ Chair Curley
Approve the 2023 meeting schedule as printed
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to approve the 2023 meeting schedule as printed.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to approve the 2023 meeting schedule as printed. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Accept the FY2024 budget and town meeting schedule as printed
Board Member DeVasto moved, Board Wolf seconded, and it was voted to accept the FY2024 budget and town meeting schedule as printed.
From the minutes
“Board Member DeVasto moved, Board Wolf seconded, and it was voted to accept the FY2024 budget and town meeting schedule as printed. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: DeVasto, second: Wolf)
Amend the October 14, 2022, item 3; 5-year financial forecast be moved to November 1, 2022
Chair Curley moved; Board Member Carboni seconded, and it was voted to amend the October 14, 2022, item 3; 5-year financial forecast be moved to November 1, 2022.
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley moved; Board Member Carboni seconded, and it was voted to amend the October 14, 2022, item 3; 5-year financial forecast be moved to November 1, 2022..” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve the FY2024 budget and town meeting schedule as amended
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY2024 budget and town meeting schedule as amended.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY2024 budget and town meeting schedule as amended. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
I. Memo to all Boards, Committees & Commissions Relative to ACC Meeting
Approve the memo to boards and committees as drafted
Chair Curley Moved; Board member Carboni seconded, and it was voted to approve the memo to boards and committees as drafted.
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board member Carboni seconded, and it was voted to approve the memo to boards and committees as drafted..” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
J. Ambulance Fund Policy ~ Chair Curley
Approve the Wellfleet Ambulance policy as amended
Chair Curley moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the Wellfleet Ambulance policy as amended.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the Wellfleet Ambulance policy as amended. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
VIII. New Business
Approve the use of town property for the use of the memorial garden on October 1, 2022, to Ginny Mulpeter from 10am - 4pm with the condition that the grounds must be returned to pre-event
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to approve the use of town property for the use of the memorial garden on October 1, 2022, to Ginny Mulpeter from 10am - 4pm with the condition that the grounds must be returned to pre-event conditions with the approval of the health agent and the DPW for a fee of $110.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded, and it was voted to approve the use of town property for the use of the memorial garden on October 1, 2022, to Ginny Mulpeter from 10am - 4pm with the condition that the grounds must be returned to pre-event conditions with the approval of the health agent and the DPW for a fee of $110. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley)
A. January 11, 2022, ~ Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto
Approve as drafted
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to approve as drafted
Yes: Curley, DeVasto, WolfAbstained: Bacon, Carboni
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to approve as drafted Roll Call Vote: 3-0-2 (Carboni & Bacon Abstained).” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
B. January 18, 2022, ~ Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto
Approve as drafted
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve as drafted
Yes: Curley, DeVasto, WolfAbstained: Bacon, Carboni
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve as drafted Roll Call Vote: 3-0-2 (Carboni & Bacon Abstained).” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
C. April 22, 2022, ~ Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconnded,
Approve as drafted
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconnded, and it was voted to approve as drafted
Yes: Curley, DeVasto, WolfAbstained: Bacon, Carboni
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member DeVasto Seconnded, and it was voted to approve as drafted Roll Call Vote: 3-0-2 (Carboni & Bacon Abstained).” (Motion: Curley)
D. September 13, 2022, ~ Chair Curley Moved, Board member DeVasto
Approve the minutes as drafted
Chair Curley Moved, Board member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve the minutes as drafted
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board member DeVasto seconded, and it was voted to approve the minutes as drafted Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
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