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March 7, 2023
36 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
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Present: Ryan Curley, Michael DeVasto, Barbara Carboni, Kathleen Bacon, John Wolf
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) for one item.
Every vote, in order
RECUSED HIMSELF
That as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, I have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted that as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, I have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee. We have determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the special employee with regard to Ethan Estey.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted that as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, I have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee. We have determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the special employee with regard to Ethan Estey. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded and it was voted that as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, I have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee. We have determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services, which the municipality may expect from the special employee with regard to Karen Johnson.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded and it was voted that as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, I have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee. We have determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services, which the municipality may expect from the special employee with regard to Karen Johnson. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
That as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, we have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee
Board Member Carboni Moved; Seconded and it was voted that as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, we have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee. We have determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the special employee with regard to Stephen Pickard.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Board Member Carboni Moved; Seconded and it was voted that as an appointing official, as required by G.L. c. 268A, §19, we have reviewed the particular matter and the financial interest identified above by a municipal employee. We have determined that the financial interest is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the special employee with regard to Stephen Pickard. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Carboni)
E. Approval of the 4th of July Parade, July 4, 2023; 8:00am-11am ~ Chamber of
Approve the Consent Agenda as written
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the Consent Agenda as written.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the Consent Agenda as written. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
A. The Wicked Oyster ~ To extend their ABCC license for alcohol seating area.
Approve the application received by the Wicked Oyster To approve the alteration of their ABCC license at permanently extend the allowable alcohol service area to include the outside seating
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application received by the Wicked Oyster To approve the alteration of their ABCC license at permanently extend the allowable alcohol service area to include the outside seating sections in the back of the building.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application received by the Wicked Oyster To approve the alteration of their ABCC license at permanently extend the allowable alcohol service area to include the outside seating sections in the back of the building. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
B. The Wellfleet Motel & Lodge ~ To extend their license for alcohol seating area.
Approve the application received by the Wellfleet Motel & Lodge To approve the alteration of their ABCC license at permanently extend the allowable alcohol service area to include the outside
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application received by the Wellfleet Motel & Lodge To approve the alteration of their ABCC license at permanently extend the allowable alcohol service area to include the outside seating sections in the front of the building.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application received by the Wellfleet Motel & Lodge To approve the alteration of their ABCC license at permanently extend the allowable alcohol service area to include the outside seating sections in the front of the building. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
C. Seaman's Bank ~ Rosa Buttrick ~ One Day Alcohol special event license
Approve the application received by Seaman's Bank in Wellfleet, to allow a one-day special event license for their afterhours event
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application received by Seaman's Bank in Wellfleet, to allow a one-day special event license for their afterhours event.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application received by Seaman's Bank in Wellfleet, to allow a one-day special event license for their afterhours event. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
A. Alternate Member for the Cape Cod National Seashore Advisory Commission ~
Nominate Wayne Clough as an alternate member to the Cape Cod National Seashore Advisory Commission
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to nominate Wayne Clough as an alternate member to the Cape Cod National Seashore Advisory Commission.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to nominate Wayne Clough as an alternate member to the Cape Cod National Seashore Advisory Commission. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
A. Moby Dick's Restaurant ~ Weekday Entertainment
Approve the application for Moby Dick's Weekday entertainment license
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application for Moby Dick's Weekday entertainment license.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the application for Moby Dick's Weekday entertainment license. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
B. Wellfleet Conservation Trust Easement ~ Carole Ridley
Approve an article of differed inclusion in the annual town meeting warrant to require an easement off Old Chequessett Neck Road with the Wellfleet Conservation Trust related to Mill Creek for the
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded and it was voted to approve an article of differed inclusion in the annual town meeting warrant to require an easement off Old Chequessett Neck Road with the Wellfleet Conservation Trust related to Mill Creek for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded and it was voted to approve an article of differed inclusion in the annual town meeting warrant to require an easement off Old Chequessett Neck Road with the Wellfleet Conservation Trust related to Mill Creek for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
C. Department Budgets
Approve the Human Services Budget as presented
Chair Curley moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the Human Services Budget as presented.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the Human Services Budget as presented. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Support the police chief's Deputy Police Chief position
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to support the police chief's Deputy Police Chief position.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to support the police chief's Deputy Police Chief position. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Approve the FY 2024 Police operating budget
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Police operating budget. Roll Call Voted
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Police operating budget. Roll Call Voted: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Approve the FY 2024 Dispatch and Communications budget as presented
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Dispatch and Communications budget as presented.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Dispatch and Communications budget as presented. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Approve the FY 2024 Emergency Management Budget as presented
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Emergency Management Budget as presented.
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 DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Emergency Management Budget as presented..” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Approve the FY 2024 Fire Department Operating Budget
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Fire Department Operating Budget.
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 FY 2024 Fire Department Operating Budget..” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve the FY 2024 Building Operating Budget
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Building Operating Budget.
Yes: Bacon, Carboni, Curley, WolfAbstained: DeVasto
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Building Operating Budget. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto Abstained).” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Approve the FY 2024 Conservation Budget
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Conservation Budget.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Conservation Budget. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Approve the FY 2024 Board of Health Operating Budget
Board Member Bacon Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Board of Health Operating Budget.
Yes: Bacon, Carboni, DeVasto, WolfAbstained: Curley
From the minutes
“Board Member Bacon Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Board of Health Operating Budget. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (Curley Abstained).” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carboni)
Approve the FY 2024 Shellfish Department Operating Budget as presented
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Shellfish Department Operating Budget as presented.
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 FY 2024 Shellfish Department Operating Budget as presented. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (DeVasto recused).” (Motion: Curley, second: Carboni)
Approve the FY 2024 Shellfish Propagation Budget as presented
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Shellfish Propagation Budget as presented.
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 approve the FY 2024 Shellfish Propagation Budget as presented. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Approve the FY2024 Shellfish Advisory Board FY 2024 Operating Budget as presented
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY2024 Shellfish Advisory Board FY 2024 Operating Budget as presented.
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 the FY2024 Shellfish Advisory Board FY 2024 Operating Budget as presented. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Approve budgets 114 and 115 as printed
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve budgets 114 and 115 as printed.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve budgets 114 and 115 as printed. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Accept the FY 2024 selectboard budget and removing the rights of access committee and planning budgets and putting them in their own line items
Board Member DeVasto Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to accept the FY 2024 selectboard budget and removing the rights of access committee and planning budgets and putting them in their own line items.
From the minutes
“Board Member DeVasto Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded, and it was voted to accept the FY 2024 selectboard budget and removing the rights of access committee and planning budgets and putting them in their own line items. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: DeVasto, second: Carboni)
Approve the Rights of Public Access Budget and the Planning Budget for FY 2024
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to approve the Rights of Public Access Budget and the Planning Budget for FY 2024
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to approve the Rights of Public Access Budget and the Planning Budget for FY 2024 Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Approve the FY 2024 Legal Budget as presented
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Legal Budget as presented.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Legal Budget as presented. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: DeVasto)
Remove the request for the Flora and Fauna study out of the budget and have it placed in the warrant as an article
Board Member Bacon Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to remove the request for the Flora and Fauna study out of the budget and have it placed in the warrant as an article.
The minutes give only the count (3-1-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Board Member Bacon Moved; Board Member DeVasto Seconded, and it was voted to remove the request for the Flora and Fauna study out of the budget and have it placed in the warrant as an article. Roll Call Vote: 3-1-1.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
Approve the General Government FY 2024 operating budget as amended
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded; and it was voted to approve the General Government FY 2024 operating budget as amended.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Seconded; and it was voted to approve the General Government FY 2024 operating budget as amended. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley)
Approve the FY 2024 Finance Budget
Board Member DeVasto Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Finance Budget.
Yes: Bacon, Carboni, DeVasto, WolfAbstained: Curley
From the minutes
“Board Member DeVasto Moved; Board Member Carboni Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Finance Budget. Roll Call Vote: 4-0-1 (Curley Abstained).” (Motion: DeVasto, second: Carboni)
Approve the finance budgets numbers, 121-141-145 & 158 as presented
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded, and it was voted to approve the finance budgets numbers, 121-141-145 & 158 as presented.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded, and it was voted to approve the finance budgets numbers, 121-141-145 & 158 as presented. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Approve the budget numbers 172, 153 & 156 as presented
Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the budget numbers 172, 153 & 156 as presented.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved, Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to approve the budget numbers 172, 153 & 156 as presented. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
Approve the unclassified budgets of FY 2024
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the unclassified budgets of FY 2024.
From the minutes
“Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Wolf Seconded; and it was voted to approve the unclassified budgets of FY 2024. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Curley, second: Wolf)
Approve the FY 2024 Water Enterprise Budget as amended and presented
Board Member Bacon Moved; Chair Curley Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Water Enterprise Budget as amended and presented.
From the minutes
“Board Member Bacon Moved; Chair Curley Seconded; and it was voted to approve the FY 2024 Water Enterprise Budget as amended and presented. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Curley)
D. Potential Special Fall Town Meeting ~ Chair Curley
Approve the special town meeting at a date to be announced at a future selectboard meeting
Board Member Carboni Moved; Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve the special town meeting at a date to be announced at a future selectboard meeting.
From the minutes
“Board Member Carboni Moved; Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve the special town meeting at a date to be announced at a future selectboard meeting. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Curley)
A. February 28, 2023
Approve the meeting minutes of February 28, 2023, as printed in draft
Board Member Bacon Moved; Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve the meeting minutes of February 28, 2023, as printed in draft.
From the minutes
“Board Member Bacon Moved; Chair Curley Seconded, and it was voted to approve the meeting minutes of February 28, 2023, as printed in draft. Roll Call Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Curley)
XIII. Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
Chair Curley Moved; Board Member Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to adjourn the meeting.
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 Bacon Seconded; and it was voted to adjourn the meeting..” (Motion: Curley, second: Bacon)
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