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Home My Public Portal AboutSelect Board Meeting Packet - 07.26.2021 (w/ CCSC Announcement)Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 For Immediate Release: Monday July 26, 2021 Contact: Peter Lombardi Town Administrator plombardi@brewster-ma.gov Brewster Voters to Consider Town Acquisition of the Cape Cod Sea Camps for Public Use Town of Brewster, Massachusetts – Brewster voters will consider a public acquisition of the Cape Cod Sea Camps properties. The announcement was made by the Brewster Select Board and Town Administrator Peter Lombardi at the July 26 Select Board meeting. The Sea Camps’ owners have offered two properties for sale:  The Bay Parcel: A 55-acre parcel at 3057 Main Street (Route 6A) that stretches from Main Street north to Cape Cod Bay.  The Pond Parcel: A 66-acre parcel at 500 W. H. Besse Cartway that extends from Route 137 (Long Pond Road) west to Long Pond. The Select Board believes that Brewster voters deserve the chance to decide if the Town should acquire the Sea Camps and determine the future of these properties. The properties offer opportunities for significant public benefits including conservation of land, coastal dunes, and wetlands; habitat and drinking water protection; beach access; a home for a community center; extensive recreational amenities; and housing. In an effort to keep acquisition costs as low as possible, the Select Board followed the disposition process put in place by the current owners and their representatives, and the Town submitted bids for both parcels on June 23, 2021. The bids are contingent on authorization by Town Meeting vote and a special election ballot question. The bids were based on property appraisals, title research, discussion with Town counsel, and consultation with local land use professionals including an engineer and a conservation land acquisition expert. Office of: Select Board Town Administrator The Town is concerned these properties may be privately developed. Both parcels are zoned for development and the Town is aware that at least two major developers have submitted bids to purchase the Sea Camps. The Town continues to seek a negotiated sale. However, if that is not successful, Brewster voters may consider acquiring the Sea Camps through eminent domain. A Special Town Meeting will be called in late September to consider this matter. Acquisition of one or both parcels requires approval by both Town Meeting and at the ballot. Accordingly, a special election will be held shortly after Town Meeting. A virtual public forum will be held on Tuesday, August 17 at 6pm to provide voters with detailed information about the potential acquisition, and the plans for Special Town Meeting and a special election. In addition to the public forum, updates and additional information about the potential acquisition of the Sea Camps will be posted on the Town website and distributed on the Town’s social media. Print information will be available at Town Hall. The Sea Camps ceased operations in 2020, and since then the Select Board and Town Administration analyzed possible acquisition of the two parcels. Acquisition for public use appears to be aligned with community priorities identified in the Brewster Vision Plan and resident feedback from other recent strategic planning initiatives. If Brewster voters decide to acquire the Cape Cod Sea Camps, the Town will facilitate a public engagement process inviting input from residents about potential future uses. 1 Potential Town Acquisition of the Cape Cod Sea Camps for Public Use Brewster Select Board & Town Administration July 26, 2021 2 Presentation Purpose To provide initial information to residents concerning a potential Town acquisition of the Cape Cod Sea Camps for public use. Credit: Town of Brewster 3 Sale of the Cape Cod Sea Camps The Cape Cod Sea Camps closed in November 2020 after operating nearly 100 years as a residential children’s camp. The Select Board and Town Administration evaluated a potential Town acquisition of the parcels. Town acquisition would prevent private development and offer a variety of potential public benefits. Credits: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook 4 How Rare is This Opportunity? It is extremely rare for parcels as large as these, especially with waterfront, to become available. Most Cape Cod parcels of this size have been privately developed. Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook Credit: Town of Brewster Two Sea Camps properties are for sale: •The Bay parcel (55 acres): 4th largest privately- owned parcel in Brewster. •The Long Pond parcel (66 acres): Largest privately-owned parcel in Brewster & one of the largest undeveloped parcels in the region. 5 Sea Camps “Bay Parcel” Maps Part of this Sea Camps parcel abuts Town-owned Spruce Hill Conservation area.Town-owned Spruce Hill Conservation area.Sea Camps Bay Parcel 6 About the Sea Camps Bay Parcel Credit: capecodseacamps.com Address: 3057 Main Street, Brewster Owner: Camp Wono, Inc. Size: 54.92 acres Parcel ID: 101-45 Zoning: RM (Residential Medium Density) Zoning considerations: Old King’s Highway Historic District (southern third of parcel) Main Street frontage: 824 feet Shoreline: ~800 feet Buildings: 50+ Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook 7 Sea Camps Bay Parcel Facilities Administration building 50+ cabins, cottages & dorms Beachfront Boathouse Dining hall with commercial kitchen Olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool Art center with ceramics studio Basketball courts 9 lighted tennis courts Fields for soccer, lacrosse, baseball, archery, field hockey & other sports 2 outdoor theatres Maintenance building & garage Woodworking shop Note: Some facilities have solar panels Credits: Cape Cod Sea Camps 8 Sea Camps “Long Pond Parcel” Maps This Sea Camps parcel abuts 42 acres of Town-owned conservation area. 9 About the Long Pond Parcel Address: 500 W.H. Besse Cartway Owner: Camp Wono, Inc. Size: 66 acres Parcel ID: 84-45 Zoning: Residential Medium (RM) & Residential Rural (RR) Zoning considerations: About half of parcel is in Zone II (primary aquifer recharge area), Brewster Water Protection District & Natural Resource Protection District Route 137 (Long Pond Road) frontage:765 feet Shoreline: ~1,200 feet Buildings: Boating storage facilities Credits: Town of Brewster 10 Potential Benefits of Town Acquisition The Sea Camps properties offer opportunities for substantial public benefits including: • Land, coastal dune & wetlands conservation • Habitat & drinking water protection • Beach access • Home for a community center • Recreational amenities • Housing Credit: Town of Brewster Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook Future uses by the Town would be determined after extensive community input. 11 The Select Board’s Due Diligence: November 2020 –June 2021 Recognizing a rare opportunity for the Town, the Select Board conducted a 7-month analysis of the Sea Camps parcels. The Select Board: Met 26 times in Executive Session, through June 23, to evaluate if acquisition of the Sea Camps should be pursued and what the lowest cost and most expeditious strategy would be. Consulted with Town Counsel on legal options and requirements. Hired an appraiser who worked with local expert consultants. Authorized the Town Administrator to conduct confidential meetings to gather information. Acquired title research and found no impediments. Conducted site visits to both parcels. 12 Yes, acquiring the Cape Cod Sea Camps would achieve: Vision Plan goals Open Space & Recreation Plan goals Coastal Resource Management Plan goals Would Acquiring the Sea Camps Achieve Brewster Planning Goals? 13 The Town had the Sea Camps appraised by a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser Local land use experts provided consultation Appraisal amounts remain privileged while negotiations are ongoing The Sea Camps Property Appraisals Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook 14 The Sea Camps’ owners invited bids for both parcels to be submitted by June 23, 2021; no listing price was offered. The Town followed the prescribed process & submitted bids. The Town’s bids were: Based on its appraisals and other information Contingent on Town Meeting authorizations, a local ballot vote & other requirements Bid amounts remain privileged while the Town continues to seek a negotiated sale. If a negotiated sale does not occur, Brewster voters may consider acquiring these properties through eminent domain. At the direction of the Select Board, the Town of Brewster submitted bids on both Sea Camps parcels. Town Action to Preserve Brewster Voters’ Ability to Acquire the Sea Camps at the Lowest Cost 15 Brewster’s Use of Eminent Domain Eminent domain: A right given to Massachusetts municipalities, and other governments, to acquire property for a public purpose. Requires the property owner to be compensated fairly. In Brewster, Town Meeting voters authorize eminent domain. Brewster has used eminent domain at least 31 times from 1918 to 2007 to acquire significant properties for public use including: At least 6 public beaches including Paines Creek, Fisherman’s Landing & Crosby Landing Wing’s Island Land for Captains Golf Courses Land to establish & protect the public water supply Land to build Eddy & Stony Brook Schools Conservation areas including Punkhorn Parklands Wing’s Island Crosby Landing Captains Golf Courses Credit: Town of BrewsterCredit: Captainsgolfcourse.comCredit: Cape Cod Museum of Natural HistoryEminent domain has shaped the Brewster we know today. 16 Special Town Meeting and Special Election Credit: Cape Cod Sea Camps Facebook 1. Special Town Meeting: Will be called for September; Brewster voters will determine if the Town will acquire one or both Sea Camps properties for public use. 2. Special Election/Ballot Question: Will be held shortly after Special Town Meeting, with ballot questions asking voters to authorize funding for these purchases via excluded debt. 17 What if the Town Doesn’t Acquire the Cape Cod Sea Camps? Bay parcel is located in the Residential-Medium (RM) Zoning District Uses allowed with special permit: Cluster, major residential development, planned residential development & others Uses allowed without special permit: Church, educational use & others Long Pond parcel is located in both Residential Rural (RR) & Residential Medium (RM) zoning districts Uses allowed with special permit: Cluster, major residential development & others Uses allowed without special permit: Church, non-profit recreation facility & others [See Town of Brewster Ch. 179 Zoning Use Regulations for all permitted uses] Both Sea Camps parcels could be developed: At least 2 major developers have submitted bids to buy them. Cape Cod Commission Review: Any development will require Development of Regional Impact (DRI) review & approval because the parcels are larger than 30 acres. 18 LaSalette Seminary sold ~48 acres north of Route 6A in Brewster to a developer for $1.5 million in 1975. Property had 2 historic structures, several outbuildings & ~1,100 feet of beach. It was developed into Ocean Edge Resort and Golf Course by 1982. The Town had the opportunity to acquire the property but declined. LaSalette Seminary: A Similar Property the Town Did Not Acquire Boston Globe, May 30, 1976, p. 111 Cjhospitality.com 19 Next Steps 1. Public Information: Information about the potential acquisition will be widely distributed including at the Town website. 2. Public Forum for Brewster Voters: August 17 at 6pm on Zoom. 3. Special Town Meeting: late September 2021; date to be determined. 4. Special Election/Ballot Questions: Shortly after Special Town Meeting. 5. Public Engagement & Visioning for Sea Camps’ Public Uses. If the Town acquires one or both parcels, a public engagement process will be facilitated to determine preferred future uses of the properties. Good Morning All. Since July 1 we have seen marked case increases in Barnstable County. Particularly affected locales are the usual population centers (Barnstable, Falmouth, Yarmouth), and Provincetown (which has a case cluster associated with it). However case increases are being seen in nearly all other Cape Cod Towns and are not necessarily associated with the Provincetown Cluster. We also note that cases are increasing on the Islands. The spread of the Delta variant (which emerged in India) is likely causing this resurgence in cases, and the DPH is investigating further. Cases are being seen amongst both vaccinated and unvaccinated persons, and this variant is more transmissible ("easier to catch") than the other Variants of Concern. Nationwide, the Delta variant appears to be responsible for 83% of new cases (source: CDC). A case cluster associated with Provincetown has been declared by the DPH. Cases associated with exposures in Provincetown for the period 7/1/21 through 7/21/21 (Wednesday) numbered 364. Note that this cluster case number includes all persons associated with the cluster--residents of Cape Cod, from other towns in MA, and from other states. In essence, exposures among residents and visitors to Provincetown during the July 4th holiday weekend and afterward have resulted in this case cluster. Provincetown has issued a Public Health Advisory in response. Of the 364 cluster cases 133 are among Provincetown residents, 11 are among Truro residents, and nine additional towns on Cape Cod had fewer than 5 cases each. 137 cases are among MA residents from other towns, and 70 are among residents of other states. Non-local cases are being followed by the health authorities in their jurisdictions, and the MA DPH is coordinating with the CDC to maintain the flow of information about those cluster- related cases. At least 66% of the cases are among fully vaccinated persons. At least 60% of the cases are symptomatic, however in most cases the symptoms are mild. 2 MA residents associate with this cluster are hospitalized. Cases identified have been associated with at least 32 different businesses in Provincetown suggesting that exposure opportunities were widespread and not focused to a single activity or venue 1. New Cases (includes Cluster and non-Cluster): DPH new cases reported yesterday for all towns in the three counties: Barnstable County: 30 new cases; (some, but not all are associated with the P-Town cluster) Martha's Vineyard: -1 new case; (following case investigation by the DPH, one case was withdrawn from the MV tally) Nantucket: 1 new case; On 5/29/21 the Statewide masking mandate was lifted. However, businesses whose activities involve staff contact with patrons indoors and/or patrons' close contact with one another (within 6 feet, for >15 minutes) may wish to re-assert masking and physical distancing requirements. At a minimum, all unvaccinated persons, including children, are advised to mask indoors in public spaces and outdoors when physical distancing is not possible. 2. Hospitalizations and Fatalities: 3-day avg. hospitalization was 6.0 on Wednesday, and hospitalizations remain relatively low. There have been 3 fatalities reported this week. CCH and Falmouth Hospitals remain open to visitation (with stipulations) and their masking protocols remain in place. ICU and med/surg patients are now significantly younger than were seen last year at this time. 3. Schools and Childcare Centers: Schools and childcare centers remain subject to the following masking guidance from the DPH: Schools' Masking Mandates: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-mask-requirements#mask-requirements-in-certain-locations- Childcare/Early Education Masking Guidance: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/eecs-health-and-safety-guidance-during-covid-19-recovery- for-child-care-providers 4. Test Positivity Rates (14-day average, as of 7/17/21): Barnstable County: 2.31% (vs. 1.05%) (higher vs. previous fortnight. We expect this rate to continue higher) Dukes County: 2.17% (vs. 0.90%) (higher) Nantucket County: 1.46% (vs. 0.28%) (higher) Dukes & Nantucket Counties 1.94% (vs. 0.68%) (higher) State of MA 0.88% (vs. 0.51%) (higher) A test percent positivity rate below 1% suggests that an outbreak is contained. Below 5% suggests that an outbreak is on the way to containment. 5. Vaccination Coverage (At least one dose, as of 7/20/21): Min 1 Dose Min 1 Dose Fully Vaccinated (All Residents) (Eligible Only, 12+) (All Residents) Barnstable County: 76% 83% 69% Dukes County: 93% 105% 87% Nantucket County: 95% 110% 84% NOTE: THE POPULATION NUMBERS BELOW DO NOT TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE INCREASED POPULATION DURING THE SUMMER. Regarding the Provincetown Incidence Rate: Using an assumed population of 30,000 during the reference period the Incidence Rate would be 15, not 177. The same concept would hold true for nearly all other towns on the Cape and Islands. Weekly Count of New COVID-19 Infections: March 8, 2020 – July 17, 2021 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 3/15-3/213/22-3/283/29-4/44/5-4/114/12-4/184/19-4/254/26-5/25/3-5/95/10-5/165/17-5/235/24-5/305/31-6/66/7-6/136/14-6/206/21-6/276/28-7/47/5-7/117/12-7/187/19-7/257/26-8/18/2-8/88/9-8/158/16-8/228/23-8/298/30-9/59/6-9/129/13-9/199/20-9/269/27-10/310/4-10/1010/11-10/1710/18-10/2410/25-10/3111/1-11/711/8-11/1411/15-11/2111/22-11/2811/29-12/512/6-12/1212/13-12/1912/20-12/2612/27-1/21/3-1/91/10-1/161/17-1/231/24-1/301/31-2/62/7-2/132/14-2/202/21-2/272/28-3/63/7-3/133/14-3/203/21-3/273/28-4/34/4-4/104/11-4/174/18-4/244/25-5/15/2-5/85/9-5/155/16-5/225/23-5/295/30-6/56/6-6/126/13-6/196/20-6/266/27-7/37/4-7/107/11-7/175 3 1 2 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 5 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 1 2 3 0 1 4 1 3 6 6 13 22 11 7 20 24 25 53 24 20 8 8 5 11 13 21 32 21 25 12 6 7 3 3 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 10 3 3 7 53 14 2 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 3 0 0 1 5 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 2 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 New Brewster COVID-19 Cases Resident (456 Total)Long Term Care (110 Total staff & patients) BREWSTER RESIDENT VACCINATION TOTALS DATA AS OF 7/15/2021 Town Age Group Population Proportion of town population Individuals with at least one dose Individuals with at least one dose per capita Proportion of town individuals with at least one dose Fully vaccinated individuals Fully vaccinated individuals per capita Proportion of town fully vaccinated individuals Partially vaccinated individuals Partially vaccinated individuals per capita Proportion of town partially vaccinated individuals Brewster 12-15 Years 369 4%202 55%3%175 47%3%*** Brewster 16-19 Years 367 4%248 68%3%218 59%3%30 8%5% Brewster 20-29 Years 681 7%530 78%7%479 70%7%51 7%8% Brewster 30-49 Years 1,444 15%1,229 85%17%1,100 76%16%129 9%21% Brewster 50-64 Years 2,323 23%1,883 81%25%1,753 75%26%130 6%21% Brewster 65-74 Years 2,349 24%1,899 81%26%1,769 75%26%130 6%21% Brewster 75+ Years 1,592 16%1,395 88%19%1,275 80%19%120 8%19% Brewster Total 9,926 100%7,386 74%100%6,769 68%100%*** * = total < 30 individuals Archive d: Friday, July 23, 2021 1:51:43 PM From: Chris Miller Se nt: Thu, 22 Jul 2021 17:48:30 To: Peter Lombardi Subje ct: Fwd: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Baker-Polito Administration Announces $4 Million to Support Trail Improvements Across the Commonwealth Se ns itivity: Normal -- Chris Miller, Director Brewster Department of Natural Resources From: Knott, El i zabeth (DCR) <Elizabeth.Knott@mass.gov> Sent: Thursday, Jul y 22, 2021 5:00:04 PM To: Lewi s, Amanda (DCR) <amanda.lewis@state.ma.us>; Knott, El i zabeth (DCR) <e l i zabeth.knott@state.ma.us> Cc: Autl e r, Gerald (DCR) <geral d.autl er@state.ma.us>; Jahnige , Paul (DCR) <paul.jahni ge@state.ma.us>; Lensing, Stella (DCR) <stella.l e nsi ng@state.ma.us>; Huffman, Ellen (DCR) <ellen.huffman@state.ma.us> Subject: FW: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Baker-Polito Administration Announces $4 Million to Support Trail Improvements Across the Commonweal th Congratulations to our 2021 MassTrails Grant Program award recipients! Pl e ase feel fre e to disseminate the official pre ss re l e ase be l ow. As al ways, reach out wi th any questi ons. We look forward to he l pi ng you real i ze your trail project goals! Yours i n trai l s, The MassTrails Team FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 22, 2021 CONTACT Craig Gilvarg Craig.Gilvarg@Mas s .Gov Baker-Polito Administratio n Announces $4 Million to Support Trail Improvements Across the Commonwealth MassTr ails Program Funding 52 Projects to Enhance Massachusetts’ Trail Networ k BOSTON\u8239 – Building on efforts to enhance acces s to natural resources and recreational opportunities for res idents acros s the Commonwealth, the Baker-Polito Administration today announced nearly $4 million in grant funding to support 52 trail projects acros s the C ommonwealth as part of the Mas s Trails Grant Program. The grants will as s is t the cons truction, maintenance, and improvements for a variety of public trails acros s the C ommonwealth, including hiking trails, bikeways, and s hared- us e paths . The announcement was made by Governor Charlie Baker and Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, who joined Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Kathleen Theoharides , Department of Trans portation Secretary Jamey Tes ler, Department of Cons ervation and Recreation Commis s ioner Jim Montgomery, and s tate and local officials at the Army Corps of Engineers Cape Cod Canal Vis itors Center in Sandwich. “Mas sachusetts has a vas t network of public trails which connect communities and regions together, providing recreation, exercis e, and tremendous access to the natural world, and this funding offers an excellent opportunity to continue building and expanding that network and s upport new opportunities for outdoor recreation,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “We continue to s ee res idents taking a greater interes t in the g reat outdoors , and through our plan to put federal relief funding to immediate us e in cities and towns acros s the Commonwealth, our Administration is propos ing to direct $100 million in parks and open s paces , including the expans ion of Mas s achus etts ’ long dis tance trail network.” “Trails are important community res ources that improve quality of life by offering acces s to parks , res ervations , fores ts , and beaches throughout the Commonwealth,” said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito. “The Mas sTrails Grant Program is providing critical funds for projects from the Berks hires to Cape C od, enabling our local partners to continue their efforts to improve trail infras tructure by creating new s egments and enhancing exis ting trails for the public to enjoy.” The Mass Trails Grant Prog ram s upports projects that build public-private partnerships to maintain and improve exis ting trails and construct new ones acros s the state. This year’s projects will help communities addres s trail drainage, develop new trails, expand univers al acces s , s upport the cons truction of boardwalks and bridges, des ign and ins tall new s ignage, acquire new land for trails, and expand and maintain biking trails . “We’ve s een an explos ion of interes t in the great outdoors throughout the C OVID-19 pandemic, with res idents and families acros s the Commonwealth exploring our parks , trail networks , and open s paces ,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secret ary Kathleen Theoharides. “Thes e Mas s Trails projects are jus t one example of the s ignificant inves tments that could be made to expand and improve access to outdoor recreation and open s pace through the Adminis tration’s federal ARPA spending proposal, es pecially for res idents in communities hit hard by the pandemic.” “Mas sTrails g rants s upport the Baker-Polito Adminis tration’s commitment to providing a s afe and equitable trans portation network to advance the Commonwealth’s trans it, economic, climate and public health goals,” said Acting Transportation Secret ary and CEO Jamey Tesler. “Grant money will go toward placemaking projects which offer new opportunities for economic development and connection in downtowns or community centers – including new and expanded outdoor s paces for dining, gathering and mobility.” The Mass Trails Grant Prog ram is funded through the Mas sachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) capital budget, and from the motor fuel excis e tax on off-road vehicles , including ATVs and s nowmobiles , which is provided by the U.S. Department of Trans portation and the Federal Surface Transportation Act, in coordination with the Mas s achus etts Department of Trans portation (Mas s DOT). “The Department of C ons ervation and Recreation is proud to be the steward of nearly half-a-million acres of public land that encompas s hundreds of trails s tretching for thousands of miles ,” said DCR Commissioner Jim Montgomery. “The Baker- Polito Adminis tration actively s eeks to fos ter s trong relations hips between the s tate, local leaders , and org anizations through programs and initiatives like the Mas s Trails Grant Program to further advance priorities that have positive impacts on local communities and reg ions .” All Mas sTrails Grant Program applications are reviewed in consultation with an inter- agency Mass Trails Team and the Mas s achus etts Recreational Trails Advis ory Board (MARTAB). The prog ram provides important funding for project development, des ign, and construction of s hared-us e pathways , which facilitate connections to where people live, work, and recreate. Thes e funds are focus ed on construction and maintenance of recreational trails of all types and us es , including both motorized and non-motorized activities , s uch as hiking, mountain biking, hors eback riding , cros s - country s kiing , paddling , s nowmobiling, and recreational off-highway vehicle riding. “Sandwich has been working for more than a decade to design and construct a s hared us e pedes trian path along Service Road from Exit 2 off the mid-Cape hig hway to the Barns table town line,” said Sandwich Town Manager George Dunh am. “This path will ultimately connect to the Cape Cod Rail Trail and to the Cape Cod Canal. Our Mas s Trails g rant will help us plan the mos t difficult s ection connecting the Canal pedes trian path to Route 130 and will eventually allow for safe, pedes trian acces s from the C ape Cod C anal to Provincetown. We can’t thank the Department of Conservation & Recreation and the Governor’s Office enough for their s upport and funding.” “I am thrilled to learn that the Town of Sandwich has been selected as a recipient of a 2021 Mass Trails grant,” said State Representative Steven Xiarhos (R- Barnstable). “The ability to be able to s afely walk, run, bike, and exercis e outdoors is s o important; particularly after the las t year when it was difficult for many to leave their homes . I am grateful to the Baker-Polito Adminis tration and the Department of Conservation and Recreation for including our community in this round of grants .” “With this round of Mas s Trails grants , my communities will be able to continue to develop our local trail s ys tem and allow more of our res idents to participate actively in the outdoors while als o opening up new areas for the public to enjoy,” said S t at e Senator Susan L. Moran (D-Falmouth). “This funding is vital to using a s hared path from Route 130 to C ape Cod C anal Bikeway that will allow bikers and walkers to us e this trail in a s afe way. Thank you to the Town of Sandwich and the Sandwich Bikeways & Pedes trian C ommittee for their tireles s work and who have advocated to make this a reality.” This year’s Mas s Trails Grant projects are located in the following municipalities : Adams , Arlington, Athol, Barre, Becket, Belchertown, Bernards ton, Brewster, Buckland, C olrain, Eas t Bos ton, Eas ton, Everett, Fall River, Foxboroug h, Franklin, Freetown, Gardner, Gill, Granville, Great Barrington, Hardwick, Harvard, Hawley, Haydenville, Holden, Hubbards ton, Lakeville, Lawrence, Lee, Leices ter, Lenox, Leyden, Malden, Medford, Medway, Middleton, North Adams, North Brookfield, Northampton, Norwell, Orange, Pitts field, Plainfield, Sandis field, Sandwich, Savoy, Shrews bury, Southampton, Springfield, Sturbridge, Sunderland, Templeton, Ware, Was hington, Wes tborough, Wes tfield, Westford, Williams burg, Winds or, Winthrop, Woburn, Worces ter, Wrentham. For a full lis t and brief des cription of each of the 52 projects receiving funding, please visit the Mass Trails Grants webpage. In June 2021, the Baker-Polito Adminis tration re-filed its plan to immediately put to us e part of Commonwealth’s direct federal aid from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to s upport key priorities including hous ing and homeowners hip, economic development and local downtowns , job training and workforce development, health care, and infras tructure. As part of the Adminis tration’s propos al to jump-s tart the Commonwealth’s economic recovery and s upport res idents hardes t-hit by C OVID-19, s uch as lower-wage workers and communities of color, Governor Baker would direct $900 million to key energ y and environmental initiatives , including $100 million for parks , recreation, and open s paces . Thes e funds would s upport investments in public lands , as well as lands s pecifically cons erved for public acces s including parks , lakes , rivers, trails , beaches , fis hing piers , boat ramps , and other waterways . Funding would be dedicated to projects that expand, enhance, and modernize the Commonwealth’s park facilities to s teward and cons erve natural res ources , and to improve the resilience of natural and working lands , plants , and wildlife in the Commonwealth. COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS · EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS Department of Conservation and Recreation 251 Causeway Street, Suite 600 Boston MA 02114-2119 617-626-1250 617-626-1351 Fax www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-conservation-recreation Charles D. Baker Governor Karyn E. Polito Lt. Governor Kathleen A. Theoharides, Secretary, Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs Jim Montgomery, Commissioner Department of Conservation & Recreation June 1, 2021 Christopher Miller Department of Natural Resources Town of Brewster 1657 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 Dear Mr. Miller: Thank you for your application for the Wing Island Boardwalk Design/Permitting under the 2021 MassTrails Grant Program. I am pleased to inform you that your project has been recommended in the amount of $50,000 by the Governor’s Office to receive grant funding. Your project will receive an award through our federal Recreational Trails Program funding. Congratulations! This letter serves as your official grant award notice. DCR will be reaching out to you to begin your grant contract paperwork. All federally-funded projects will have approximately 24 months to be completed, depending on when the contract is signed. Please keep in mind that any project costs (or match) incurred prior to the date that your contract is signed will not be eligible for grant reimbursement. If you have any questions or would like to notify DCR of any changes to your grant project, please contact Amanda Lewis, MassTrails Program Manager, at 617-645-8314 or amanda.lewis@mass.gov. Thank you for your commitment towards the enhancement of trails and trail access in your community. Sincerely, Amanda Lewis MassTrails Program Manager Department of Conservation and Recreation Town of Brewster Department of Public Works 201 Run Hill Road Brewster, MA 02631 Phone: (508) 896-3212 Fax: (508) 896-4540 July 15, 2021 Re: Brewster Municipal Dog Park Dear Neighbors, We are writing to let you know that construction work for the Brewster Municipal Dog Park (the ‘Project’) at 631 Harwich Road (towards the rear of the Brewster Police Department) will start in the next few weeks. Construction will include an access drive, parking, sidewalks, and enclosed areas for both small and large dogs. The Project is anticipated to be completed in the Fall of 2021. Access to the Project site will be restricted to the public until all construction work is completed. The Contractor for this project, Speakman Excavating, LLC, will be coordinating with the Town’s Landscape Architect, The Berkshire Design Group, Inc., Engineer, J.M. O’Reilly & Associates, Inc., and Public Works and Administration Departments on a regular basis. Work hours will be between 7am and 6pm. Questions and concerns can be directed to the Department of Public Works via telephone at 508-896-3212 or e-mail at dpw@brewster-ma.gov. This important municipal amenity was funded with Community Preservation Act funds, the Stanton Foundation, and a donation from the Friends of Brewster Dog Park. We thank you for your understanding and support. Sincerely, Griffin Ryder Director, Department of Public Works CC: Peter Lombardi, Town Administrator Donna Kalinick, Assistant Town Administrator Chapter 152 SINGLE-USE PLASTIC WATER BOTTLES §152-1.Sale of single-use plastic water bottles. Effective on September 1,2021,it shall be unlawful to sell non-carbonated,unflavored drinking water in single-use plastic bottles of less than one gallon in the Town of Brewster.Enforcement of this regulation will begin September 1, 2021. §152-2.Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOTTLE —A beverage container made from any type of plastic resin. §152-3.Exemptions. Sales or distribution of non-carbonated,unflavored drinking water in single-use plastic bottles occurring subsequent to a declaration of emergency (by the Emergency Management Director or other duly authorized Town,County,Commonwealth or Federal Official)affecting the availability and/or quality of drinking water to residents of the Town shall be exempt from this bylaw until seven days after the declaration has ended. §152-4.Enforcement. Enforcement of this chapter shall be the responsibility of the Town Manager or his/ her designee.The Town Manager shall determine the inspection process to be followed, incorporating the process into other Town duties as appropriate.Any establishment conducting sales in violation of this article shall be subject to a noncriminal disposition fine as specified in MGL c. 40, §21D. The following penalties apply: First violation: written warning.(1) Second violation: $150 fine.(2) Third and subsequent violation: $300 fine.(3) A. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate violation,incurring additional fines. Any such fines collected shall be payable to the Town of Brewster. B. 152:1 Brewster Select Board Meeting of July 26, 2021 Consent Calendar Items 1 8 Consent Agenda Meeting Minutes: July 12 & July 13, 2021, Select Board Regular Session Meetings ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend the Board approve the meeting minutes of July 12, 2021, and July 13, 2021, as presented. Appointments: Brewster Republican Town Committee Election Workers Consistent with MGL Chapter 54 Section 12, each Town Committee may provide a list of registered voters from their respective political party to serve as election workers. The Republican Town Committee requested the individuals listed in the packet be appointed to serve in this capacity for the upcoming year. The Town Clerk requests that the Board appoint these election workers. ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend the Board approve the appointments. One-Day Liquor License Applications (6 total); Cape Rep Theatre & Chatham Bars Inn Farm Cape Rep Theatre has requested six, one-day liquor licenses for fundraisers located at 3299 Main Street on dates in August. The request is to serve beer and wine. Chatham Bars Inn (CBI) Farm is hosting two public farm-to-table dinners at their location of 3038 Main Street. Events will be on Thursday August 5 and Thursday August 12, 2021, from 4:30pm until 9:00pm. Expected number of attendees for both events is 150 and will be serving beer, liquor, and wine. ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend that the Board approve the request for 6, One-Day liquor licenses for Cape Rep Theatre and 2, One-day liquor licenses for CBI Farm. Vote on One-Day Entertainment Licenses: Doucette (233 Lund Farm Way) & Graham (486 Paines Creek Road) The Doucette household is hosting a family and friends party at their home on August 14, 2021, with a rain date of August 21, 2021. The event will be from 3:00pm until 10:00pm with amplified music from 5:00pm to 10:00pm. The Graham family will be hosting a wedding reception on September 25, 2021, from 4:30pm until 10:00pm. Entertainment will be the band “The Slackers”. The expected number of attendees will be 100. The Fire, Police, Building and Town Administrator offices have provided feedback. ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend that the Board approves both One-Day Entertainment licenses, providing the owners review the feedback from Fire, Police and Administration Departments. Brewster Select Board Meeting of July 26, 2021 Consent Calendar Items 2 Vote on Application for Facility Use: Wedding Services at Linnell Landing Request to use Linnell Landing on September 18, 2021, for a wedding ceremony of approximately 60 persons. Application for facility use has been vetted through the Police, Fire, Health, and Building Departments with the following comment provided by Police; consideration of shuttling of guests, as 60 attendees may exceed the capacity of the parking lot. ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend that the Board approve the request. Acceptance of Gift: Town Hall Lectern Don Arthur has gifted the Town a custom cherry lectern for use in Town Hall meeting rooms by employees, officials, and the public, or other appropriate Town sites. The value of materials is estimated at $275. ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend that the Board approve this gift. Letter of Support for FY21 Housing Rehabilitation and Childcare Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application The Select Board approved Brewster as the lead community for the FY21 CBDG Regional Grant. The grant is scored more highly when letters of supports form Town Boards are included. The requested letter to the Department of Housing and Community Development in support of the FY21 CDBG application is included. ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION We recommend that the Board approves the letter of support and authorizes the Chair to sign it. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 1 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator MINUTES OF THE SELECT BOARD REGULAR SESSION MINUTES DATE: July 12, 2021 TIME: 6:00 PM PLACE: 2198 Main Street & Remote Teleconference MEMBERS PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON: Chair Bingham, Selectperson Whitney, Selectperson Chaffee, Selectperson Hoffmann, Town Administrator Peter Lombardi REMOTE PARTICIPANTS: Assistant Town Administrator Susan Broderick, Assistant Town Administrator Donna Kalinick, Paul Wallace, Elizabeth Taylor, Amanda Bebrin, Madalyn Hillis-Dineen, Roberta Barrett, Mark Koch, Griffin Ryder, Mimi Bernardo, Jill Scalise, Cassie Boyd Marsh, Jay Packett, Anne O’Connell, Rob Harris Absent: Selectperson Chatelain Call to Order & Declaration of a Quorum, Meeting Participation Statement and Recording Statement Chair Bingham called the meeting to order at 6:02pm. She announced that Selectboard member Chatelain was absent, but otherwise, declared a quorum present, and read the meeting participation and recording statements. Public Announcements and Comment: Members of the public may address the Select Board on matters not on the meeting’s agenda for a maximum 3-5 minutes at the Chair’s discretion. Under the Open Meeting Law, the Select Board is unable to reply but may add items presented to a future agenda. No discussion Interview Candidate and Appoint Member to Fill Panning Board Vacancy- Joint Meeting w/ Planning Board Planning Board Chair Paul Wallace declared a quorum present. Chair Bingham introduced Mark Koch as the candidate for the Planning Board vacancy. The interview began with the Planning Board addressing Mr. Koch. Roberta Barrett asked Mr. Koch his thought on the time commitment this position might take. Mr. Koch responded that his job has always been a part of his life and not the whole thing. Mr. Koch stated that he is at a place where he does not work after hours on purpose. Mr. Koch included that he has free time and sees this as an opportunity to get involved and learn a lot more about the Planning Board’s role. Madalyn Hillis-Dineen addressed Mr. Koch and asked him what he thinks the biggest challenges are for the Town and how to maintain a good balance between Open Space and Development. Mr. Koch answered that there is a real need for affordable housing for people on Cape Cod. He has worked on and off at Brewster Village marketplace for the past 16 years and has seen how hard it is for the owner to maintain an important local Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 2 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator business. Mr. Koch has seen firsthand how hard it is to find workers who can afford to live on Cape Cod; he is optimistic to get involved in the community. Elizabeth Taylor suggested to Mr. Koch to take the time to review the Vision Plan website and become familiar with the documents that pertain to the Vision Plan Board. Amanda Bebrin asked Mr. Koch how confident he is in picking up new content, since his legal specialty is not in land use. Mr. Koch responded that he would rely on other board members who have the experience to help. Regarding reading law, interpreting it and applying the facts, Mr. Koch is highly confident. Mr. Koch declared that there is not always one answer, it is about applying the law and deciding how the best way for the Board to react, while understanding the applicant’s perspective and position. Chair Paul Wallace questioned Mr. Koch, that when an application comes in, are you going to act on what you believe is right or let Brewster Chapter 179 bylaws guide your decisions? Mr. Koch answered the latter and that he is looking forward to this opportunity, especially with laws in place, including the Charter that is being put into place. Mr. Koch is excited to apply the laws in more of a black and white type situation rather than personal feelings and opinions. Selectperson Hoffmann addressed Mark Koch and expressed her pleasure to see his application. Selectperson Hoffmann stated that the Planning Board is a great group to work with, they have mutual respect and comradery for each other and the applicants. Selectperson Hoffmann stated that this position takes up a lot of time in reviewing the plans and site visits; she asked Mr. Koch to make sure he has the time. Mr. Koch responded he definitely will have the time. Selectperson Hoffmann reassured him that the Planning Board Handbook, Ryan Bennett and Lynn St. Cyr are incredibly helpful. Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the appointment of Mark Koch to the vacancy on the Brewster Planning Board. Selectperson Hoffmann second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Whitney -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann-yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No Brewster Planning Board member Madalyn Hillis-Dineen moved to nominate Mark Koch to fill the vacancy on the Board. Planning Board member Amanda Bebrin second. A roll call vote was taken. Member Hillis- Dineen-yes, Member Bebrin-yes, Member Barrett-yes, Member Taylor-yes, Chair Paul Wallace-yes. The Planning Board vote was 5-Yes,0-No. The Planning Board adjourned their meeting at 6:22pm Select Board Announcements and Liaison Reports Selectperson Hoffmann commented that she attended the Recreation Commission meeting recently and reported that many programs are up and running and tend to fill very quickly. Residents are given a week notice to register before non-members on the website. Selectperson Hoffmann stated that only those with accounts receive notifications. Pickle Ball courts are an issue in terms of access and players are looking for additional sites to build new courts. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 3 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Town Administrator’s Report Peter Lombardi acknowledged that this is the first regular meeting in-person in many months and appreciates the Board’s patience, support, and guidance. Mr. Lombardi also acknowledged the work that Tom Thatcher has completed in the meeting rooms to improve the space. Mr. Lombardi offered the following updates: COVID data shows that we are doing very well, with only 2 new cases in the past week, which is the first time in several weeks. Brewster has been in the single digits since mid-April with only 10 positive cases in the past 2 ½ months. Vaccination rates in Brewster and across the Cape are good, the focus is now on the kids. Town Offices and Council on Aging are now open on Wednesdays, in addition to Tuesdays and Thursdays, and will continue through July and August with a plan to revisit the hours of operation for fall in the next month or so. Ladies Library expanded their hours and are open Tuesday through Saturdays from 10am-5pm. Some board and committee meetings are in person with restrictions, some have opted to continue to meet remotely. Mask requirement for visitors and employees was rescinded at the beginning of last week, those who have not vaccinated are asked to wear a mask, but just a request at this point. Mr. Lombardi reviewed the reverse 911 call that was completed by Board of Health Department regarding the first case of a rabies infected raccoon in Hyannis in May. A comprehensive program has been put together led by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) involving county and local officials, across 11 of the Cape communities. Over the past month there have been trapping, vaccinating, and releasing of racoons. Starting tomorrow, aerial operations will begin with the dropping of oral baits which are vaccines for the racoons. This will be ongoing through the week weather permitting. Mr. Lombardi discussed that the application in the e-packet to the Department of Energy Resources is part of ongoing conversations with the Energy Commission and Cape Light Compact relative to our continued work in terms of Green Communities’ activities. The Town has applied for funding, along with several other area towns for a regional residential energy program. Mr. Lombardi recapped that this is consistent with the Select Board’s resolution on reducing energy consumption across the community. Mr. Lombardi stated that we are hopeful that the Town will secure the funding. Cape Light Compact will be the lead with the Towns being involved. This is a way to be more proactive to our residents for alternative programs and savings. Welcome to Griffin Ryder, New Department of Public Works Director Chair Bingham commented that she had the honor to be part of the committee that picked Griffin Ryder and that we are very lucky to have him. Peter Lombardi added that Mr. Ryder was the unanimous decision and came with high honors. Griffin Ryder joined the meeting and commented that the process was thorough and a fun process that led him to believe that Brewster is the place for him. Mr. Ryder looks forward to working Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 4 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator with the Department of Public Works Team and other Departments across the Town to maintain the infrastructure of the Town and continue to make a positive impact. Consent Agenda Approval of Regular Session Meeting Minutes: June 7 and June 21, 2021 Dissolve Dog Park Development Committee (Select Board FY21-22 Strategic Plan Goal OS-2) Special Permit Requests: Paines Creek Wedding; Crosby Landing Wedding Drummer Boy Park Use: Wedding (July 15) One-Day Entertainment License, One Day Liquor License & Special Event Permit: 716 Main Street Pass Through Town Permission & One Day Liquor License: Brew Run (August 14) Re-appointments: Heath Eldredge, Chief of Police & Keeper of the Lockup, Reserve Police Officers, Police Matrons Appointments: Sarah Robinson, Community Preservation Committee; Vanessa Greene, Madalyn Dineen-Hillis, and Paul Ruchinskas- Brewster Affordable Housing Trust Letter of Support for Crosby Mansion Application for Community Preservation Act Funds Selectperson Chaffee acknowledged the dissolution of the Dog Park Development Committee and thanked the community volunteers who served on the committee for 8 plus years. She added that despite the obstacles, they persisted, followed through and were creative which resulted in an important municipal amenity. Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the June 21, 2021, consent agenda as printed. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No Discuss and Vote on Year-End Transfers The Memo for this agenda item is on page 76 of the E-packet. Finance Director, Mimi Bernardo joined the meeting and reviewed the transfer, reviewing that Towns are allowed to move monies around after the last payrolls and vendor warrants have been posted to the ledger. If there is a surplus of funds in other accounts, the Town can move them to make up for shortfalls in other places. The request is to move $225 to the Sealer of Weights and Measures account from the Health Insurance account. Ms. Bernardo stated this is a good indication of a well-thought-out budget, and a very good sign of good financial management. Selectperson Whitney moved to approve the transfer as presented. Selectperson Hoffmann second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 5 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Public Hearing 6:30PM: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Grant 2021 Chair Bingham started the public hearing at 6:36pm. Jill Scalise addressed the Board regarding the Housing Rehabilitation program, which has been a key effort of the Town for several years and part of the Select Board strategic plan and the Housing Trust priority initiative. Ms. Scalise noted that this past year for fiscal year 20, the Town of Brewster was part of a community development block regional grant application led by the Town of Dennis along with the Town of Wellfleet. Brewster has been fortunate to receive the grant and funds have already begun supporting childcare assistance and shortly will be assisting with housing rehabilitation. Ms. Scalise pointed out that Bailey Boyd Associates wrote the grant and is now requesting that Brewster participate in the grant again this year, with the hope that Brewster would be the lead organization on this regional grant application. Ms. Scalise noted that the Town received 34 pre- applications for the rehabilitation funds from Brewster households with an additional 5 households who did not complete the application but requested further information. Cassie Boyd Marsh addressed the Select Board regarding the Fiscal Year 21 block grant with the hope that Brewster will be the lead community. Ms. Boyd Marsh reiterated that the childcare program is up and running with 5 children from Brewster receiving childcare subsidies. These are low to moderate income families, children are 13 years and under, 16 with a disability and the funds go directly to their license, insured childcare provider as reimbursement for costs spent. Ms. Boyd Marsh reviewed that these funds run through end of June next year and they are currently working with 9 more families. She stated that the Housing Rehab program has had a slightly slower start but is getting going now. This is a first come first serve program, addressing 22 homes in Dennis, Wellfleet, and Brewster. Ms. Boyd Marsh commented that since these are cyclical programs, it is time to talk about the FY 21 program. She expressed her reasons for Brewster to be the lead community, one being that Brewster has a clear dedication to affordable housing and to low to moderate income residents in Town. Additionally, Dennis has been a wonderful partner, but it is good for the founding source to see a new town taking the lead. Ms. Boyd Marsh stated that applications are due for the fiscal year 21 program on September 10, 2021, with the hope that Brewster will apply with the grant written by Baily Boyd Associates for the same housing rehabilitation services for approximately 22 homes and childcare subsidy for 35 children. Selectperson Chaffee asked for more information about the expectations and the extent of the burden on Town administration. Ms. Chaffee also inquired about the benefits of Brewster being the lead. Ms. Boyd Marsh responded that in terms of burden, Baily Boyd Associates will write the grant at no charge unless the grant gets funded and then they will be paid out of the grant money. She explained that the grant does have paperwork to sign, and a proposed motion has been included to designate an authorized signatory. Ms. Boyd Marsh expressed that working with Donna Kalinick and Jill Scalise has been wonderful and both are so supportive; they are already hard at work getting the word out. Ms. Boyd Marsh said that there would be very little administrative work for the Town to complete. She expressed that if and when the grant is funded, there will be financial work as the funds flow through the Town. Ms. Boyd Marsh reviewed that the Town will go out for bid for a grant administrator, which Baily Boyd Associates will assist in every part to reduce the burden as much as possible. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 6 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Selectperson Whitney moved to submit an FY21 CDBG grant for housing rehabilitation and childcare subsidies and the authorize the Town Administrator or designee to sign the grant application and associated forms. Selectperson Hoffmann second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No Discuss and Vote on Temporary Suspension of Captain’s Golf Course Tee Time Allocation Policy and Recommended Interim Measure for Fiscal Year 2022 Chair Bingham welcomed Jay Packett and Anne O’Connell to the discussion. Chair Bingham proceeded with a brief statement, “The Select Board has been charged with coming to a fair and equitable solution for the Captain’s Golf course tee time allocation. For 20 years the golf course has been paying a huge capital dept to the tune of almost $800,000 a year. This will be the first year of not having to pay that debt and running the course in the black. Much needs to be done-a new irrigation system, new maintenance facility, new roof on the pavilion, restaurant, pro shop to name just a few. The golf course must be prudent in its spending, yet we all want it to remain in the excellent conditions it is today. All that being said, we realized a promise of tee time allocations was made to the annual fee payers. That promise is based on the percentage of annual fee payer’s revenue divided by the budgeted golf courses expenses which now and should have always included capital expenses and debt. Since we have no debt, at this time it will include the $100,000 line item for capital expense. When the AFP revenue is divided by the budgeted golf courses expenses and capital the new tee time allocation will be 50% on the member course, as it is now and 21.7% on the guest course. This number if approved by the Board will remain in effect for the rest of this fiscal year.” Peter Lombardi provided more context to how we got to this discussion. Mr. Lombardi stated that in 2010, the Select Board discussed and voted in support of a policy that has since been in effect regarding allocation of tee times. Generally speaking, the allocation for tee times has been 50% on the member course and on the second course, using a percentage-based formula, tee time allocation has been between 12-14%. Mr. Lombardi continued that when calculating this year’s formula there was a significant shift based on the increased membership and related revenues, the formula increased up to 23.6%. The Golf Commission’s worst-case scenario showed the course could see a reduction of up to $350,000 in revenue, on a $3.5M/$4M annual budget this is about 10% of projected revenues. Mr. Lombardi shared that the Town has allocated funds and has a consultant under contract that reviews golf courses across the country; we have asked them to do a comprehensive analysis, specifically reviewing the current member/non-member split for tee times and what the impacts are. Mr. Lombardi stated that ultimately, we understand the commitment made to members who have signed up, but decisions made today could impact future fiscal years. There are only so many variables to control and one may lead to increases in member rates to offset the reduction in green fee revenues. Director of Golf, Jay Packett added that the worst-case scenario was presented to the Golf Commission, the increase in revenue for season passes, golf cart revenue is up as well as the driving range. Mr. Packett supports the full percentage allocation for membership. Chair Bingham asked Mr. Packett if he is in Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 7 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator agreement with including the capital in the formula. Mr. Packett agrees, adding that the amount of money it costs to run an operation must be included in the allocation formula going forward. Anne O’Connell added that she does not believe members of the Golf Commission would have any issues with adding the elements into the formula. Rob Harris commented that he had provided a letter to the Select Board along with the signed petition of about 240 members and residents in support of honoring the policy. Selectperson Whitney moved to recommend to the Golf Commission to set the member tee time allocation for the coming year at 35.8%. Selectperson Chaffee second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No Discuss and Vote on Addition of New Personnel Bylaw Positions (Project Manager, Human Resources Director, and Human Resources Generalist) and Related Revisions to Assistant Town Administrator Job Description Peter Lombardi reviewed that the Board must vote for any new additions to the Personnel Bylaw and any changes to it. Mr. Lombardi reminded everyone that the budget had been approved at Town Meeting to officially move forward with creation of a full time Human Resources Director position, full time project manager position (replacing the second Assistant Town Administrator position), and part time Human Resources generalist. Also, there is need to acknowledge the changes to the Assistant Town Administrator job description. Selectperson Chaffee moved to approve the three new positions and changes to the Assistant Town Administrator position description. Selectperson Whitney second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No For Your Information No questions or comments on these items. Matters Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair None Questions from the Media None Next Meetings: July 13, July 16, July 26, August 9, and August 19, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-12-2021 Page 8 of 8 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Adjournment Selectperson Chaffee moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:07pm, Selectperson Whitney second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Hoffmann-yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 4-yes, 0-No. Respectfully submitted by Erika Mawn, Executive Assistant Approved: _______________ Signed: _______________________________________ Date Selectperson Chatelain, Clerk of the Board of Selectmen Accompanying Documents in Packet: Agenda, Planning Board application, TA Report, Consent Items, FY21 Year End Transfer Memo, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Memo, Application, and Advertisement, Captains Golf Course Tee Time Allocation Information, Personnel Bylaw Job Information, FYI Documents. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-13-2021 Page 1 of 2 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator MINUTES OF THE SELECT BOARD REGULAR SESSION MINUTES DATE: July 13, 2021 TIME: 3:00 PM PLACE: 2198 Main Street & Remote Teleconference MEMBERS PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON:Chair Bingham, Selectperson Whitney, Selectperson Chaffee, Town Administrator Peter Lombardi REMOTE PARTICIPATE: Assistant Town Administrator Donna Kalinick Absent: Selectperson Chatelain, Selectperson Hoffmann Call to Order & Declaration of a Quorum, Meeting Participation Statement and Recording Statement Chair Bingham called the meeting to order at 3:02pm, she declared a quorum present, and read the meeting participation and recording statements. Public Announcements and Comment: Members of the public may address the Select Board on matters not on the meeting’s agenda for a maximum 3-5 minutes at the Chair’s discretion. Under the Open Meeting Law, the Select Board is unable to reply but may add items presented to a future agenda. No discussion Discuss and Vote to Authorize Acquisition of 106 McGuerty Road Peter Lombardi stated that this acquisition has been in the works for about a year and a half. The Select Board signed the Purchase and Sale agreement in December 2019. Mr. Lombardi reviewed that Community Preservation Act funding was approved by Town Meeting last September, since then we have been awarded Land Grant funds, with a contribution from Brewster Conservation Trust, contribution from water retained earnings, and authorized by the Water Commission. A project assembled by various funding strategies and in the end will only require about $75,000 of CPC funding for the acquisition of 10 acres. Mr. Lombardi provided details including that the parcel is located on the east side of Long Pond Road and adjacent to an important water shed area, where two of our wells are in the vicinity. There is also a significant tract of conservation land that the Town has preserved over the years. Mr. Lombard stated that the closing process is set to happen later this week. Selectperson Chaffee commented that by putting together funding by several sources, it has reduced the Town’s financial obligation to a very small amount. This is in an important water shed protection area that would have been attractive to solar developers, this was a smart acquisition by the Town of Brewster. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 www.brewster-ma.gov BoS 07-13-2021 Page 2 of 2 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Selectperson Chaffee moved, pursuant to the vote taken under Article 9 of the September 12, 2020 Annual and Special Town Meeting, to acquire the parcel of land located off 106 McGuerty Road for conservation, watershed protection and/or passive recreation purposes, which property shall be under the jurisdiction of the Conservation Commission under the provisions of G.L.c. 40, §§8C, 39B, and 41 and Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution, and to authorize the Town Administrator to execute, on behalf of the Select Board, any acceptances, affidavits, settlements, and other documents as may be necessary or convenient to accomplish the foregoing acquisition. Selectperson Whitney second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 3-Yes, 0-No. Matters Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair None Next Meetings: July 16, July 26, August 9, and August 19, 2021 Adjournment Selectperson Chaffee moved to adjourn the meeting at 3:08pm, Selectperson Whitney second. A roll call vote was taken. Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes. The Board vote was 3-Yes, 0-No. Respectfully submitted by Erika Mawn, Executive Assistant Approved: _______________ Signed: _______________________________________ Date Selectperson Chatelain, Clerk of the Board of Selectmen Accompanying Documents in Packet: Agenda, Purchase and Sale Agreement, Quitclaim Deed, Acceptance of Deed, Acceptance by Conservation Commission, Town Meeting Document- Land Acquisition. LAST NAME FIRST NAME DYER HELGA LANGE ADAM WHITEHURST NANCY HASTINGS RHEANNA MILLER PAULA BROSNAN MARYANNE HALL MARY GORMLEY KINSCHERF IVY GENGRAS DEBBIE MANNIX THERESA MANNIX GERARD BUHLER MARY BETH ERIKSON LESLIE (LES) SCHEFFER PETER AMADEO PETER TRIBASTONE LUANNE TRIBASTONE STEVEN BERLANTI ROBIN REGISTERED REPUBLICANS NOMINATED BY BREWSTER REPUBLICAN TOWN COMMITTEE FOR ELECTION OFFICERS (POLL WORKERS) 2022 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Memo To: Brewster Select Board From: Erika Mawn, Executive Assistant Date: July 26, 2021 RE: One-Day Liquor Licenses; Cape Rep Theatre Cape Rep Theatre has requested multiple one-day liquor licenses for fundraisers held at their location at 3299 Main Street, Brewster, all events will be in August. They would like to serve beer & wine between 6pm -10pm, food will be served, and they expect 100 attendees at each fundraiser. The dates of the fundraisers are: Sunday, August 1, 2021 (rain date- August 2, 2021) Monday, August 2, 2021 (rain date – August 3, 2021) Sunday, August 8, 2021 (rain date- August 10, 2021) Monday, August 9, 2021 (rain date- August 10, 2021) Sunday, August 15, 2021 (rain date- August 17, 2021) Monday, August 16, 2021 (rain date- August 17, 2021) Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 20 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that: CAPE REP THEATRE IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Fundraiser Beer & Wine At the following address: 3299 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Sunday, August 1, 2021; 6:00pm- 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Rain Date: Monday August 2, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 21 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that: CAPE REP THEATRE IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Fundraiser Beer & Wine At the following address: 3299 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Monday, August 2, 2021; 6:00pm- 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Rain Date: Tuesday August 3, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 22 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that: CAPE REP THEATRE IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Fundraiser Beer & Wine At the following address: 3299 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Monday August 8, 2021; 6:00pm- 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Rain Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 23 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that: CAPE REP THEATRE IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Fundraiser Beer & Wine At the following address: 3299 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Tuesday August 9, 2021; 6:00pm- 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Rain Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 24 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that: CAPE REP THEATRE IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Fundraiser Beer & Wine At the following address: 3299 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Sunday August 15, 2021; 6:00pm- 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Rain Date: Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 25 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that: CAPE REP THEATRE IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Fundraiser Beer & Wine At the following address: 3299 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Monday August 16, 2021; 6:00pm- 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Rain Date: Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Memo To: Brewster Select Board From: Erika Mawn, Executive Assistant Date: July 26, 2021 RE: One-Day Liquor Licenses; Chatham Bars Inn Farm Chatham Bars Inn Farm has requested two one-day licenses for events held at their location at 3038 Main Street, Brewster for Thursday August 5, 2021, and Thursday August 12, 2021. Both events will be a public farm-to-table dinner from 4:30pm until 9:00pm. The expected number of attendees is 150, the request is to serve beer, wine and liquor. They have already received Special Permit through the ZBA and have been in touch with the Brewster Health Department regarding food permits. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 18 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that Gary Thulander- Chatham Bars Inn Farm IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Public Farm to Table Dinner Beer, Wine and Liquor At the following address: 3038 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Thursday, August 5, 2021; 4:30pm- 9:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-ODL – 19 FEE $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to certify that Gary Thulander- Chatham Bars Inn Farm IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Public Farm to Table Dinner Beer, Wine and Liquor At the following address: 3038 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective: Thursday, August 12, 2021; 4:30pm- 9:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Memo To: Brewster Select Board From: Erika Mawn, Executive Assistant Date: July 26, 2021 RE: One-Day Entertainment Licenses: Doucette (233 Lund Farm Way) & Graham (486 Paines Creek Road) Terry Doucette of 233 Lund Farm Way is requesting a One-Day Entertainment License to host a family and friends party on Saturday August 14, 2021, with a rain date of August 21, 2021. The time of the party will be from 3:00pm to 10:00pm with music provided by the owner with his own music system from 5:00pm until 10:00pm. This application has been reviewed by the following Department Heads: Building, Fire, Police and Administration. The following comments/feedback was provided: Building Department: No concerns with the application Fire Department: No concerns with the application Police Department: In review of previously granted one-day entertainment license it is suggested that the Board consider notification to neighbors and/or require some reasonableness standard with the volume level. Administration: Mr. & Mrs. Doucette need to make sure the abutting properties have been notified of the event and the time for music. Leslie Graham of 486 Paines Creek is requesting a One-Day Entertainment License to host a wedding at their home on Saturday September 25, 2021. The time frame for the party is 4:30pm until 10:00pm, entertainment will be the band “The Slackers”. This application has been reviewed by the following Department Heads: Building, Fire, Police and Administration. The following comments/feedback was provided: Building Department: No concerns with the application Police Department: No opposition to the application, however it is recommended that the applicant advise area residents due to the live band and applicant should have a parking plan to assure that Paines Creek Road remains accessible. Fire Department: Advise that there is no street parking allowed on Paines Creek Road, street must be clear for Police/Fire to adequately respond to locations past the homes should it be necessary. Administration: Owner needs to make sure abutting properties have been notified of the event and the time for music. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-1DE/12 FEE: $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to Certify that Terry Doucette – 233 Lund Farm Way IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Amplified music At the following address: 233 Lund Farm Way, Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective only: Saturday August 14, 2021, from 5:00pm – 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Feedback/Comments: Suggested to notify neighbors and/or require some reasonable standard regarding noise volume level. Attached is a diagram of 486 Paine’s Creek road and the surrounding houses. For our event, we have estimated 30-35 cars will be attending. Each house outlined in the area is being rented or used for parking, and can fit 5-6 cars each. This gives us 48 spaces at the 8 houses, with an overflow option of the beach parking lot. Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 NUMBER 2021-1DE/11 FEE: $35.00 Town of Brewster Licensing This is to Certify that Leslie Graham – 486 Paines Creek Road IS HEREBY GRANTED A ONE-DAY ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE PERMT TO ALLOW: Live Band – The Slackers At the following address: 486 Paines Creek Road, Brewster, MA 02631 This one-day permit is effective only: Saturday September 25, 2021, from 4:30pm – 10:00pm Date Issued: July 26, 2021 Select Board __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Office of: Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Parking Plan to assure that Paines Creek Road remains accessible. Advise area residents of the live band. Archive d: Thursday, July 22, 2021 12:15:09 PM From: Mary Chaffee Se nt: Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:26:30 To: Peter Lombardi Cc: Erika Mawn; Don Arthur; Tom Thatcher Subje ct: Gift of Lectern to Town of Brewster Se ns itivity: Normal 1554 Main St. Brewster, MA 02631 Jul. 13, 2021 Select Board Town of Brewster 2198 Main St. Brewster, MA 02631 To the Select Board, We wish to donate the following item to the Town of Brewster. 1. A custom cherry lectern made by Don Arthur. a. For use in Town Hall meeting rooms by employees, officials, and the public, or other appropriate Town site. b. Value of materials estimated at $275. 2. We’d like to deliver the lectern this afternoon shortly before the Select Board meeting at 3pm. Best regards, Donald Arthur Mary Chaffee Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 July 26, 2021 Jennifer Maddox, Undersecretary Department of Housing and Community Development Commonwealth of Massachusetts 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 300 Boston, MA 02114 Re: CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Application for FY21 Dear Ms. Maddox, The Brewster Select Board is writing in support of the FY21 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to the MA Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) for the Brewster Regional Housing Rehab and Childcare Grant. This grant will allow Brewster to continue meeting the housing rehabilitation and childcare voucher needs of LMI (low-moderate income) residents of Brewster, Dennis, and Wellfleet and will provide $1.3 million for approximately 25 homes to be rehabbed and childcare vouchers for 35 families. The affordable housing and economic development challenges of the Cape are historically well documented; our current economic and health crisis has only exacerbated those challenges. Now, more than ever, CDBG funding is a vital resource for stabilizing and preserving existing homes in our region and ensuring that working families have affordable childcare. The Housing Rehab Program provides homeowners earning less than 80% of the area median income with an opportunity to address safety and energy upgrades to their homes. For FY20, The Resource Inc. is expected to work on 75 rehab projects for regional grants on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. Not only does the grant funding assist LMI households, it also boosts the local economy by providing work to local contractors. In addition, the childcare component of these grants provides financial assistance for the cost of childcare for LMI families who rely on local, licensed childcare providers to care for their children while they are at work. Given the extraordinary current economic situation in our region, the FY21 programs are expected to be at full capacity by the third quarter of 2021. Both programs are playing a vital role in stabilizing the year-round families living in these towns. We urge you to provide the funds requested, so that the Town of Brewster can continue this work with LMI homeowners in need of critical home repairs and working families with young children in need of safe and affordable childcare. Establishing a home rehabilitation program is a goal in the current Select Board Strategic Plan. The Select Board is committed to actively supporting the continuation of the program. Thank you for your consideration of these proposals. Sincerely, Cynthia Bingham, Select Board Chair Office of: Select Board Town Administrator Applications now available for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Housing Rehabilitation and Childcare The Towns of Dennis, Brewster and Wellfleet have been awarded $1.3 million dollars of CDBG funding for housing rehabilitation and childcare. The funds aid low to moderate income residents, earning up to 80% of the Area Median Income. Brewster will also be applying for continued CDBG funding of this regional program. Childcare funding offers eligible families subsidies up to $6,000 per child, paid directly to a licensed childcare provider, to assist families in seeking or maintaining employment. Housing Rehabilitation funds can provide a 0% interest, deferred, forgivable loan to make critical home repairs. The program is designed to improve the housing conditions of income qualified households. Funds up to $40,000 are available to eligible residents to pay for critical home repairs, like: roofing and siding, electrical, heating and plumbing work, structural repairs, lead paint abatement and energy efficiency upgrades such as windows and storm doors. Applications for housing rehabilitation and childcare funds are now available. Funding will be awarded to income eligible year-round on a first come, first served basis. The Resource, Inc. (TRI) is managing the Housing Rehabilitation Program. Please contact TRI directly, jean@theresource.org, for applications. Bailey Boyd Associates oversees the Childcare assistance Childcare Programs — Bailey Boyd Associates. Information sessions about the funds and how to complete applications will be held over the next week: • Thursday July 22nd at 10AM the Council on Aging, 1673 Main Street. (Limit of 10 people, please RSVP to Jill Scalise at jscalise@brewster-ma.gov) • Wednesday July 28th at 5PM, Outdoors at Whitecaps Field, Stony Brook Elementary School • Thursday July 29th at 4PM by Zoom Webinar, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82843607856?pwd=SHgrVnM3S2NFNEg5VEI2MlFTZ2Q2Zz09 For additional questions about Brewster’s Housing Programs, contact Jill Scalise, Housing Coordinator at 508-896-3701, ext. 1169 or jscalise@brewster-ma.gov or Donna Kalinick, Asst. Town Administrator at 508-896-3701 ext. 1130 or dkalinick@brewster-ma.gov. FYI ITEMS (MAIL) July 26, 2021 1.Independence House April, May, and June 2021 Fourth Quarter statistics and Annual summaries. 2.Cape Cod Life Publications “Best of” Winner Letter: Drummer Boy Park 3.The Family Pantry of Cape Cod Thank You Letter 4.Lynx Tavern -Entertainment Permit Citizen Comment 5.Finance Committee Re-Appointments 6.Letter from Brewster Ponds Coalition re; Cape Cod & Islands Water Protection Fund 7.Nauset Regional High School Building Schedule 8.Letter of Commitment, Elevation Financial Group, LLC re; Serenity Brewster 9.CVEC Turbine Summary April 30-June 1, 2021 10.D.P.U 21-76; NSTAR Storm Deferral Notice of Filing Archive d: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:48:41 AM From: Beth Riso Se nt: Mon, 12 Jul 2021 20:06:10 To: Erika Mawn Subje ct: Re: Entertainment permitting Se ns itivity: Normal Dear Erika, Can y ou p leas e s end me a copy of the application for the en tertain men t licen s e th at th e Lyn x Tavern reques ted, this pas t June? Bes ides wh at is written on the permit, are there any other n ois e res trictio ns , reg arding th e u s e o f o uts ide s peakers , and mus ic? Are there any limitations on the amount of nois e that they g enerate? As I've prev io us ly dis cus s ed with you, my whole condo was permeated with the no is e from th e mus ic, and DJ from the wedding las t Saturd ay. I cou ld n ot res t, eat in peace, or enjoy a movie on TV. I had to s h ut all my wind ows , thu s , making my home very s tuffy, and uncomfortable; an d I co uld s till hear the no is e. Th e s tres s of this n ois e advers ely affected my pre-exis ting neuro lo gical dis eas e, and I was up mos t of the night, as a res ult of this s tres s . I actu ally s uffered an MS relaps e the next day, an d was no t feelin g well at all. I did fin d ou t th at weddings , and other loud, nois y events , are plann in g to be held at th e Lyn x, th roughout the s ummer, and even through ou t th e who le mo nth o f September. W e d id n ot bu y ou r condo to rent, and make money. We b ou gh t it to liv e in, an d enjoy . Now, if this is not res olved, we will have to s ell it; after o nly mo ving in March of 2020. \{ W e wou ld much ap preciate if the Town of Brews ter could ad d s ome cav eats to th is "En tertain men t Permit." If the Ly nx co uld ju s t be told to keep the mus ic, "ins ide," we b elieve the no is e in o ur ho me wo uld be greatly mitigated. Frankly, with s o many res iden ces , in s u ch clo s e p roximity to th is facility , we can't comprehend why they were granted p ermis s io n to hav e s u ch lo ud , ou ts id e mus ic, and other nois e? My h us b and , and I put s o much time, money, and effort into makin g ou r co nd o really beau tifu l, an d comfortable for us , and our family to v is it. In fact, ou r d aug hter, an d in fant g rand dau gh ter, are coming for a vis it next week. I am s o afraid th at my gran dd aug hter will b e kep t awake by the next event at the Lynx. Pleas e try to help us . W e would rather not have to move, bu t if y ou can 't h elp res o lv e th is no is e problem, we will. Th anks very much , Beth Ris o/ and Henry Rand 845-729-1179 973-906-8918 Beth Ris o On Monday , July 12, 2021, 01:38:22 PM EDT, Erika Mawn <emawn@brewster-ma.gov> wrote: Hi Beth, This has made its way back to me for follow up. I am happy to answer any ques tions (or get the answers if I don’t have them) that you may have regarding the Entertainment License, or our process on licensing, please let me know what s pecific questions you may have. The applications come through the Selec t Board office and then are reviewed and voted on at Select Board Meetings. Any conc erns, s uggestions, complaints will need to be put into writing to my offic e (Selec t Board) and then they will be presented at the next Selec t Board Meeting for review, the next meeting date is July 26, 2021. I apologize I was not clear in the process when we spoke. Pleas e let me k now how I can help. Thank you, Erik a Erika Mawn Executive Ass is tant to the Town Administrator 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 (508) 896-3701 ext. 1100 www.brews ter-ma.gov Beginning July 6th, Brewster Town Offices will b e open to the pub lic Tuesday, W ednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 to 4:00pm. Beach and Rec ycle Permits are not availab le in person b ut can b e purchased online or through our mail-in program. For the lates t updates on Town services, please visit www.b rews ter-ma.gov Begin forwarded message: From: Beth Riso <bethr777@yahoo.com> Da te : July 12, 2021 at 12:09:50 PM EDT To: Cynthia Bingham <cbingham@brewster-ma.gov> Subje ct: Ente rta inme nt pe rmitting \u-257 ?Hi Cindy, I was referred to you by Erika. I have some questions, regarding a Brewster es tablishment’s permit. Can you please give me a call, when you get a c hanc e? Thx Beth Riso 845-729-1179 Sent from my iPhone Archive d: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:48:35 AM From: Monaghan, Thomas Se nt: Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:18:53 To: Erika Mawn Cc: Donna Kalinick Subje ct: RE: Entertainment permitting Se ns itivity: Normal Erika, Thanks for se ndi ng this along. As Property Manager at The Villages at Ocean Edge I have had se veral i nteracti ons with the complai nants since they move d in last year. In e ach case, I found them to be absolutely convi nce d that the i r pe rspecti ve on eve nts was the only perspective that mattere d, eve n whe n the i r understandi ng of the actual ci rcumstances surrounding certai n eve nts was fundamentally fl awe d. As an aside, my office did not re ce i ve (and has not eve r re ce i ved i n my three years at thi s post) any other complai nt about activi ties at The LINX. Tom Monaghan Associ ati on Manage r tmonaghan@cjmanagement.com (508) 896-2345 From: Eri ka Mawn <emawn@brewster-ma.gov> Se nt: Tuesday, July 13, 2021 2:06 PM To: Monaghan, Thomas <tmonaghan@corcoranjennison.com> Cc: Donna Kal i ni ck <dkalinick@brewster-ma.gov> Subje ct: FW: Entertai nme nt pe rmitting Good Afte rnoon Tom, We wante d to let you know of a recent complaint we have receive d re garding the noise l e vel at Linx Tavern this past Saturday night. The ne i ghbor has concerns for future e vents that wi l l be hel d at Linx, please note that I di d provide he r with a copy of the Entertai nment License that was issued on June 21, 2021. The emai l below was received today, and I have advi se d the citi ze n that thi s wi l l be presente d to the Sel ect Board as an FYI duri ng the July 26th meeti ng. Thank you, Erika Erika Mawn Executi ve As s i s ta nt to the Town Admi ni s tra tor 2198 Ma i n Street Brews ter, MA 02631 (508) 896-3701 ext. 1100 www.brews ter-ma .gov Beginning July 6th, Brewster Town Offices will be open to the public Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 to 4:00pm. Beach and Recycle Permits are not available in person but can be purchased online or through our mail-in program. For the latest updates on Town services, please visit www.brewster-ma.gov Archive d: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:48:29 AM From: Webb, Bryan Se nt: Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:42:21 To: Erika Mawn Cc: Donna Kalinick Subje ct: RE: Entertainment permitting Se ns itivity: Normal Thank you, Erika. I wi l l be forwarding the email to our Hote l Manage r. We will then be meeti ng i nternally to discuss a game pl an as to how we can mi tigate thi s in the future. This i s the fi rst complai nt Ocean Edge has receive d re garding the Linx Pavilion i n probably 10 years. Thank you agai n, Bryan Bryan We bb | V i ce Pre si de nt of Sal es Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club 2907 Main St, Bre wste r, MA 02631 O: 774-323-6042| oce anedge .com Voted “BEST RESORT, CAPE COD 2020” by Boston magazine for 4 Consecutive Years From: Eri ka Mawn <emawn@brewster-ma.gov> Se nt: Tuesday, July 13, 2021 2:05 PM To: We bb, Bryan <Bryan.We bb@oceanedge.com> Cc: Donna Kal i ni ck <dkalinick@brewster-ma.gov> Subje ct: FW: Entertai nme nt pe rmitting Good Afte rnoon Bryan, We wante d to let you know of a recent complaint we have receive d re garding the noise l e vel at Linx Tavern this past Saturday night. The ne i ghbor has concerns for future e vents that wi l l be hel d at Linx, please note that I di d provide he r with a copy of the Entertai nment License that was issued on June 21, 2021. The emai l below was received today, and I have advi se d the citi ze n that thi s wi l l be present to the Sel ect Board as an FYI duri ng the July 26th meeti ng. Thank you, Erika Erika Mawn Executi ve As s i s ta nt to the Town Admi ni s tra tor 2198 Ma i n Street Brews ter, MA 02631 (508) 896-3701 ext. 1100 www.brews ter-ma .gov Beginning July 6th, Brewster Town Offices will be open to the public Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 to 4:00pm. Beach and Recycle Permits are not available in person but can be purchased online or through our mail-in program. For the latest updates on Town services, please visit www.brewster-ma.gov Archive d: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:48:24 AM From: Peter Lombardi Se nt: Sun, 18 Jul 2021 21:45:13 To: Mimi Bernardo; Donna Kalinick; Erika Mawn Subje ct: FW: FinCom Re-appointment Se ns itivity: Normal Attachme nts : F Bridges Appt letter 2021.docx; FYI Sent from my Verizon, Sams ung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message -------- From: Charles Sumner <charleslsumner33@gmail.com> Date: 7/18/21 4:52 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Frank Bridges <fbridges@brewster-ma.gov> Cc: Colette Williams <cwilliams@brewster-ma.gov>, Harvey Pete Dahl <hjdahl23@gmail.com>, Peter Lombardi <plombardi@brewster-ma.gov> Subject: FinCom Re-appointment Go od aftern oo n Fran k, I am fin ally catching u p on finalizing your reappointment. I h ad commu nicated early with Co lette W illiams but wanted to document the ap po in tmen t with th is letter. Th anks yo u again fo r y ou r p as t s erv ice and your interes t going forward, it is app reciated . Sin cerely , Ch arlie Sumner To wn Mo derato r 774.353.7033 July 18, 2021, Frank Bridges 45 Candlestick Lane Brewster, MA 02631 Dear Frank, The purpose of this letter is to inform you that I would like to offer you re-appointment to a new three-year term on the Finance Committee for the Town of Brewster. The term will begin immediately and will expire on June 30, 2024. I would simply ask that you contact our Town Clerk, Colette Williams in order to be sworn-in to this position. Under the current conditions I understand that the Brewster Town Hall is open to the public on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Clearly your impressive professional background, interest in our community and your past service are of great value to the Town of Brewster. I have attached a copy of the Code of Conduct policy recently adopted by the Brewster Select Board for your review. I have decided to use this same policy for those members that I appoint to the Finance Committee. I believe that it is appropriate to establish a reasonable standard of conduct that is consistent with those town volunteers that are appointed by the Select Board. In addition, Ms. Williams will provide some important information relative to the Open Meeting Law and the Massachusetts Ethics Law at the time of your appointment. If you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter in more detail do not hesitate to contact me at either charleslsumner33@gmail.com or 774-353-7033. Once again thank you for your interest in continuing to serve as a volunteer for the Town of Brewster. Sincerely, Charles L. Sumner Town Moderator CC: Colette Williams, Town Clerk Pete Dahl, Vice-Chairman of the Finance Committee Peter Lombardi, Town Administrator Archive d: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:48:17 AM From: Peter Lombardi Se nt: Sun, 18 Jul 2021 21:44:44 To: Mimi Bernardo; Donna Kalinick; Erika Mawn Subje ct: FW: Finance Committee Re-appointment Se ns itivity: N ormal Attachme nts : #7 Professional Conduct.pdf; H Pivirotto Appt letter 2021.docx; FYI Sent from my Verizon, Sams ung Galaxy s martphone -------- Original message -------- From: Charles Sumner <charleslsumner33@gmail.com> Date: 7/18/21 3:07 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Honey Pivirotto <pivaz@aol.com> Cc: Colette Williams <cwilliams@brewster-ma.gov>, Harvey Pete Dahl <hjdahl23@gmail.com>, Peter Lombardi <plombardi@brewster-ma.gov> Subject: Finance Committee Re-appointment Go od aftern oo n Ho ney , I am fin ally catching u p on finalizing your reappointment. I h ad commu nicated early with Co lette W illiams b ut wanted to document the appo in tmen t with th is letter. Between W ellfleet an d helping my dau gh ter with oys ters I have been way too bu s y. Th anks yo u again for yo ur pas t s ervice an d your interes t going forward, it is ap preciated. Sin cerely , Ch arlie Sumner To wn Mo derato r 774.353.7033 July 18, 2021, 2021 Honey Pivirotto 695 Harwich Road Brewster, MA 02631 Dear BHoney, The purpose of this letter is to inform you that I would like to offer you re-appointment to a new three-year term on the Finance Committee for the Town of Brewster. The term will begin immediately and will expire on June 30, 2024. I would simply ask that you contact our Town Clerk, Colette Williams in order to be sworn-in to this position. Under the current conditions I understand that the Brewster Town Hall is open to the public on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Clearly your impressive professional background, interest in our community and your past service are of great value to the Town of Brewster. I have attached a copy of the Code of Conduct policy recently adopted by the Brewster Select Board for your review. I have decided to use this same policy for those members that I appoint to the Finance Committee. I believe that it is appropriate to establish a reasonable standard of conduct that is consistent with those town volunteers that are appointed by the Select Board. In addition, Ms. Williams will provide some important information relative to the Open Meeting Law and the Massachusetts Ethics Law at the time of your appointment. If you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter in more detail do not hesitate to contact me at either charleslsumner33@gmail.com or 774-353-7033. Once again thank you for your interest in continuing to serve as a volunteer for the Town of Brewster. Sincerely, Charles L. Sumner Town Moderator CC: Colette Williams, Town Clerk Pete Dahl, Vice-Chairman of the Finance Committee Peter Lombardi, Town Administrator Archive d: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:48:07 AM From: Susan Bridges Se nt: Sun, 11 Jul 2021 19:07:40 To: Cynthia Bingham; David Whitney; Ned Chatelain; Mary Chaffee; Kari Hoffmann; Peter Lombardi Cc: Board of Directors Subje ct: Cape Cod & Islands Water Protection Fund Se ns itivity: Normal Dear Administrator Lombardi and Select Board, The Board of The Brewster Ponds Coalition is writing to voice our unanim ous s upport for the participation of the Town of Brewster in the Cape Cod & Is lands W ater Protection Fund. (CCIW PF) At present, Brewster has some of the best drinking water in New England, beautiful beaches and lovely ponds. Together, let’s try very hard to keep it that way. But, we need to begin by recognizing this fact: Brewster does have a water quality problem. Only five of the eighty-six ponds in Brews ter m et s tate and Cape Cod Commision water quality standards as detailed in the 2009 SMAST Final Report. Most are in significant need of m itigation/res toration. And, the trend line since 2009 is not promising. So far this s pring there have been cyanobacteria blooms at Cliff Pond, W alkers Pond and Lower Mill Pond. Last year there were blooms at 5 ponds inc luding Sheep Pond and Seym our Pond. The bay beaches have also been impacted. The beach at Ellis Landing was c losed last month due to bacteria c ontamination, as was Breakwater Beach las t year - three times! These conditions are unhealthy for wildlife, humans and pets, and have necessitated the pos ting of warning s igns to keep vis itors out of the water for weeks at a time. Climate change is a factor, but man-made pollution from s eptic sys tems, road runoff, and fertilizers are major contributors to the deteriorating health of our freshwater ponds and beaches. (And in time, our drinking water.) But, these are also problems with solutions. Helping towns like Brewster fund rem ediation projects related to man-m ade pollution is exactly what the Cape Cod and Islands W ater Protection Fund is des igned to do. The CCIW PF provides funding for a wide variety of sm all and large water quality projects including pond work. It could provide a funding mechanis m for large s torm water remediation projects as well as for alternative septic s ystem s - something that could play a BIG role in reducing Brews ter’s nutrient load into the groundwater. Som e advocate that Brewster is a more “rural” com munity and use that to argue that sewering Brewster will never happen. The US Census Bureau would beg to differ. It classifies Brewster as an “urbaniz ed c omm unity.” The large swaths of homes and structures (all with s eptic sys tems) vis ible on MA State GIS m aps bear this out. If Brewster “opts out” of the CCIW PF now, what might happen in the future if we dis c over that s ewering the town is necessary? Allowing Brews ter’s septic systems to continue to leac h nitrogen and phos phorus into the groundwater does have consequences. Cape Cod’s iron poor s oil c an only absorb so much. W hat happens when that day c omes? One look at the condition of Brewster’s Ponds makes one as k… isn’t that day already here? If Brews ter “opts out” of the CCIW PF now, where will that leave the town in the future? There is little chance spec ial legis lation would ever pas s to allow Brews ter to receive these funds in the future. The Town of Brewster has spent millions of tax dollars over the las t twenty years to engage consultants and engineers on water quality remediation projects. W hy not identify and plan projects that c an be funded by CCIW PF? W e look forward to working with you on this vital is s ue for Brewster. Sinc erely, The Brews ter Ponds Coalition Board of Directors Susan Bridges, President Konrad Sc hultz, Vice president Rob Condon, Treasurer Nancy Ortiz , Clerk Marty Burke Cameron Ferguson W ayne Jenkins Marcia Kielb Mary Mauters tock Gwen Pelletier Bruc e Swiren Nauset Regional High School May Jun July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Design Development (DD) School Building Committee Meeting (DD approval)•9/15/2021 DD Submission Date •9/16/2021 60% Construction Documents (CD) Development School Building Committee Meeting (60CD approval)•12/15/2021 60% CD Submission Date •12/16/2021 Bidding: Temporary Classrooms Construction Prequalify General Contractors & Subcontractors 90% CD Development School Building Committee Meeting (90CD approval)•Date TBD 90% CD Submission Date •Date TBD 100% CD Development 1 mo. Bidding: GC and Filed-Subcontractors 2.5 months 2 ½ months 2 months Design & Bidding Phase 2021 2022 4 months 6 months 3 months The Commonwealth of Massachusetts —— DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES NOTICE OF FILING, PUBLIC HEARING, PROCEDURAL CONFERENCE, AND REQUEST FOR COMMENTS D.P.U. 21-76 July 16, 2021 Petition of NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for Approval of Deferral of Major Storm Threshold Amounts for 2020 Storms. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ On June 25, 2021, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy (“Company”) filed with the Department of Public Utilities (“Department”) a petition for approval to defer to the Company’s storm fund the major storm threshold amount associated with six calendar year 2020 storm events, or $7.2 million, for consideration in a future storm cost recovery proceeding. The Department docketed this matter as D.P.U. 21-76. In the Company’s last base distribution rate case, the Department established the mechanics of the Company’s storm fund. A storm fund-eligible event must meet a $1.2 million incremental operation and maintenance (O&M”) cost threshold and any costs that fall below $1.2 million are not eligible for recovery through the storm fund. NSTAR Electric Company and Western Massachusetts Electric Company, D.P.U. 17-05, at 548-549 (2017). Any single storm event with incremental O&M costs that exceeds $30 million is excluded from recovery through the storm fund. D.P.U. 17-05, at 554. Additionally, the Company collects $3.6 million annually through base distribution rates to recover a representative level of incremental O&M storm costs (based on a representative level of three storm fund eligible events per year and applying the $1.2 million cost-per-storm threshold). D.P.U. 17-05, at 550. In its petition, the Company states that it experienced ten major storm events in 2020 and incurred an estimated $66.3 million in total storm response costs, inclusive of $12 million in storm threshold amounts. According to the Company, the number of 2020 storm fund-eligible events was extraordinary and exceed the representative level of three storm events recovered in base rates. The Company further states that each of the ten storm events exceed the $1.2 million cost-per-storm threshold. The Company requests deferral to the storm fund of the storm thresholds associated with six storm events, or $7.2 million. The Company states that it is not requesting deferral of the seven storm fund-eligible thresholds not included in base distribution rates because the number of storm fund-eligible events is intended to be representative and expected to vary. D.P.U. 21-76 Page 2 The Company contends that the $7.2 million for the six storm fund thresholds exceed the significance threshold for the Company’s exogenous event provision and that the loss of $7.2 million in incremental major storm response costs is harmful to the Company’s ability to manage its operating costs. The Company asserts that it is precluded until January 1, 2023 under its performance based ratemaking plan from filing a base rate proceeding to adjust for the disparity. The Department formulated its current standard for reviewing requests for deferral accounting treatment in North Attleboro Gas Company, D.P.U. 93-229 (1994). If certain conditions are met, the Department has previously allowed a company to defer accounting treatment of expenses incurred prior to a test year and considered the subsequent ratemaking treatment of those expenses in the company’s next base distribution rate case. D.P.U. 93-229, at 7-8. Granting a deferral would not constitute a finding that the subject expenses are reasonable or that they can be recovered from ratepayers. D.P.U. 93-229, at 4. Due to certain ongoing safety measures and precautions relating to in-person events as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department will conduct a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the Company’s filing. The public hearing will be immediately followed by a virtual procedural conference. The Department will conduct the hearing and procedural conference using Zoom videoconferencing on Thursday, August 12, 2021, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Attendees can join by entering the link, https://zoom.us/j/99888629121, from a computer, smartphone, or tablet. No prior software download is required. For audio-only access to the hearings, attendees can dial in at (646) 558-8656 (not toll free) and then enter the Meeting ID# 998 8862 9121. If you anticipate providing comments via Zoom during the public hearing, please send an email by Wednesday, August 11, 2021, to tina.chin@mass.gov with your name, email address, and mailing address. If you anticipate commenting by telephone, please leave a voicemail message by Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at (617) 305-3593 with your name, telephone number, and mailing address. Any person interested in commenting on the Company’s filing may submit written comments to the Department no later than the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Thursday, August 12, 2021. At this time, all filings will be submitted only in electronic format consistent with the Commission’s June 15, 2021 directive related to modified filing requirements. Ordinarily, all parties would follow Sections B.1 and B.4 of the Department’s Standard Ground Rules (D.P.U. 15-184-A, App. 1 (March 4, 2020)); however, until further notice, parties must retain the original paper version and the Department will later determine when the paper version must be filed with the Department Secretary. Any person who desires to participate otherwise in the evidentiary phase of this proceeding shall file a petition for leave to intervene no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 2, 2021. A petition for leave to intervene must satisfy the timing and substantive requirements of 220 CMR 1.03. Receipt by the Department, not mailing, constitutes filing D.P.U. 21-76 Page 3 and determines whether a petition has been timely filed. A petition filed late may be disallowed as untimely, unless good cause is shown for waiver under 220 CMR 1.01(4). To be allowed, a petition under 220 CMR 1.03(1) must satisfy the standing requirements of G.L. c. 30A, § 10. All responses to petitions to intervene must be filed by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on the second business day after the petition to intervene was filed. All documents must be submitted to the Department in .pdf format by e-mail attachment to dpu.efiling@mass.gov, and Tina.Chin@mass.gov. The text of the e-mail must specify: (1) the docket number of the proceeding (D.P.U. 21-76); (2) the name of the person or company submitting the filing; and (3) a brief descriptive title of the document. The electronic file name should identify the document but should not exceed 50 characters in length. Importantly, all large files submitted must be broken down into electronic files that do not exceed 20 MB. All documents submitted in electronic format will be posted on the Department’s website through our online File Room as soon as practicable (enter “21-76”) at: https://eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/DPU/Fileroom/dockets/bynumber. In addition, one copy of all written comments and petitions to intervene should be emailed to the Company’s attorneys, Brendan P. Vaughan, Esq. (bvaughan@keeganwerlin.com) and Kerry A. Mahoney, Esq. (kmahoney@keeganwerlin.com). At this time, a paper copy of the filing will not be available for public viewing at the Company’s offices or the Department due to certain ongoing safety measures and precautions relating to in-person events as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The filing and all subsequent related documents, pleadings and/or filings submitted to the Department and/or issued by the Department will be available on the Department’s website as referenced above as soon as is practicable. To the extent a person or entity wishes to submit comments in accordance with this Notice, electronic submission, as detailed above, is sufficient. To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities (Braille, large print, electronic files, audio format), contact the Department’s ADA coordinator at DPUADACoordinator@mass.gov. For further information regarding the Company’s filing, please contact the Company’s attorneys, identified above. For further information regarding this Notice, please contact Department of Public Utilities Hearing Officer Tina W. Chin (Tina.Chin@mass.gov).