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Helen Wilson
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At the start of 38 of 39 Selectboard meetings in 2019–2020 Board.
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June 9, 2020 (regular meeting): 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.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Bacon, DeVasto, Reinhart, WilsonNo: Carlson
“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)
June 9, 2020 (regular meeting): 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…
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.
Voted: No
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
“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)
June 9, 2020 (regular meeting): 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…
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.
Voted: No
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
“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)
June 8, 2020 (regular meeting): Extend a conditional offer of employment to Maria Broadbent with the following terms: 1
Reinhart moved to extend a conditional offer of employment to Maria Broadbent with the following terms: 1. Passing a medical examination including a stress test; 2. Passing a drug test; 3. Passing a background check including employment history. Note: References, credit 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. history, education and criminal offender record checks have all been completed; 4. Reaching agreement on a contract of employment.
Voted: Yes
Yes: DeVasto, Reinhart, WilsonNo: Bacon, Carlson
“Reinhart moved to extend a conditional offer of employment to Maria Broadbent with the following terms: 1. Passing a medical examination including a stress test; 2. Passing a drug test; 3. Passing a background check including employment history. Note: References, credit 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. history, education and criminal offender record checks have all been completed; 4. Reaching agreement on a contract of employment. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 3-2, with Bacon and Carlson opposed.” (Motion: Reinhart, second: Wilson)
June 2, 2020 (regular meeting): That the Town of Wellfleet adhere to the Governor's recommendations with regard to all rentals for the Calendar Year 2020
Bacon moved that the Town of Wellfleet adhere to the Governor's recommendations with regard to all rentals for the Calendar Year 2020.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Bacon, WilsonNo: Carlson, DeVasto, Reinhart
“Bacon moved that the Town of Wellfleet adhere to the Governor's recommendations with regard to all rentals for the Calendar Year 2020. Wilson seconded. o Discussion: DeVasto and Carlson were not in favor of this and wanted to see what the Governor comes out with. Wilson said she wants to be on record as a Board that we will adhere to the Governor's guidelines, and noted that the Town can be stricter than what he ends up coming out with. DeVasto said he felt the current motion, proposed by Kathleen, indicated that the Town would not be any stricter. Hoort said that with or without a motion, the Town must abide by the Governor's guidelines and that the is coming out with guidance on June 8, and there is a meeting of this Board again on June 9, so the matter can be taken up then. The motion failed by 2-3, with Reinhart, DeVasto and Carlson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
May 26, 2020 (regular meeting): That the Town enter into a lease agreement with Robert Emmet for the use of grants 861 and 861A for a term of two years
Bacon moved that the Town enter into a lease agreement with Robert Emmet for the use of grants 861 and 861A for a term of two years.
Voted: Yes
The minutes give the count as "4-0", counting the recusal. Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
“Bacon moved that the Town enter into a lease agreement with Robert Emmet for the use of grants 861 and 861A for a term of two years. Wilson seconded, and the motion carried 4-0, with DeVasto recused.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Wilson)
May 26, 2020 (regular meeting): Not issue a commercial shellfishing permit to Karen Johnson at this time
Wilson moved to not issue a commercial shellfishing permit to Karen Johnson at this time.
Voted: Yes
The minutes give the count as "4-0", counting the recusal. Michael DeVasto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
“Wilson moved to not issue a commercial shellfishing permit to Karen Johnson at this time. Bacon seconded, and the motion carried 4-0, with DeVasto recused.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Bacon)
May 26, 2020 (regular meeting): Appoint Kevin Coakley to the Dredging Task Force for a term ending June 30, 2023
Bacon moved to appoint Kevin Coakley to the Dredging Task Force for a term ending June 30, 2023.
Voted: No
Yes: Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Bacon, Wilson
“Bacon moved to appoint Kevin Coakley to the Dredging Task Force for a term ending June 30, 2023. DeVasto seconded, and the motion carried 3-2, with Bacon and Wilson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
May 12, 2020 (regular meeting): That the Selectboard send a letter to Governor Baker requesting that he extend the short-term rental restrictions (COVID-19 Order No. 21) until June 15th
Bacon moved that the Selectboard send a letter to Governor Baker requesting that he extend the short-term rental restrictions (COVID-19 Order No. 21) until June 15th.
Voted: No
Yes: Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Bacon, Wilson
“Bacon moved that the Selectboard send a letter to Governor Baker requesting that he extend the short-term rental restrictions (COVID-19 Order No. 21) until June 15th. Carlson seconded, and the motion carried 3-2, with Wilson and Bacon opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: Carlson)
April 28, 2020 (regular meeting): That the main, day-pass, parking lot at White Crest Beach be closed for the 2020 summer season in order to limit visitors to Town beaches as recommended by the Beach…
Bacon moved that the main, day-pass, parking lot at White Crest Beach be closed for the 2020 summer season in order to limit visitors to Town beaches as recommended by the Beach Administrator. Approved May 12, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media.
Voted: No
Yes: Bacon, Carlson, DeVasto, ReinhartNo: Wilson
“Bacon moved that the main, day-pass, parking lot at White Crest Beach be closed for the 2020 summer season in order to limit visitors to Town beaches as recommended by the Beach Administrator. Approved May 12, 2020 - A full audio recording of this virtual meeting can be found on the Town's website under Wellfleet Town Media. o DeVasto seconded and asked for further discussion. He suggested that the motion be not for the 2020 season, but on a month-by-month basis. This amendment did not pass. o Wilson asked that the motion read "to not sell day passes" Wilson seconded (Bacon's original motion), and the motion carried 4-1, with Wilson opposed.” (Motion: Bacon, second: DeVasto)
From the Wellfleet Selectboard’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Document Center (2018–2024) and Agenda Center (2025 on). We check every vote against the Selectboard members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Provincetown Independent (courtesy of the members, or by Michaela Chesin).
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