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MINUTES OF THE SELECT BOARD REGULAR SESSION MINUTES
DATE : July 26, 2021
TIME : 6100 PM
PLACE . Remote Teleconference
REMOTE PARTICIPANTS : Chair Bingham , Selectperson Whitney, Selectperson Chaffee, Selectperson
Hoffmann , Town Administrator Peter Lombardi , Human Resources Director Susan Broderick, Assistant Town
Administrator Donna Kalinick, Joseph Devlin , Bryan Webb, Bob Graczewski , Richard Eldred
Call to Order & Declaration of a Quorum , Meeting Participation Statement and Recording Statement
Chair Bingham called the meeting to order at 6 , 00pm . A role call was taken , and a quorum was declared ,
Chair Bingham 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
Public Statement on Town ' s Interest in Acquiring Cape Cod Sea Camps Properties
Chair Bingham read the following statement : " Many of you are aware the Select Board has met frequently
since November in executive session on a matter concerning the acquisition of real estate . I can now inform
you that the matter we have been examining is a potential Town acquisition of the Cape Cod Sea Camps for
public use . Our Town Administrator, Peter Lombardi is going to explain more . "
Mr . Lombardi shared his screen with a presentation . The presentation included the potential Town
acquisition of the Cape Cod Sea Camps for public use and the timeline of events over the next few months
related to the potential purchase . Key points of the presentation include :
• Cape Cod Sea Camps closed in November 2020 after operating nearly 100 years .
• After considerable deliberation , the Select Board and Town Administration concluded that Town
acquisition would achieve two important and related goals; prevent development of the properties
and significant public benefits for our residents .
• Incredibly rare for parcels of this size to become available, most Cape properties this large have been
privately developed .
• First and most well - known Camp property is the " Bay Parcel "
o just under 55 - acres and stretches North from Route 6A north to Cape Cod Bay
o It is the 4th largest privately- owned property in Brewster
o Part of it abuts the Town ' s Spruce Hill conservation area
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o About 800 feet of shoreline on Cape Cod Bay, over 800 feet of frontage on Main Street and
more than 50 buildings on site .
o Extensive recreation facilities including, outdoor swimming pool , tennis courts, outdoor
theater, sports fields, a boathouse, and an arts center
• Second Sea Camps property, " Long Pond Parcel " is a 66-acre parcel that extends from Route 137 west
to Long Pond
o Largest privately- owned property in Brewster
o One of the largest undeveloped properties on the Cape
o Abuts 42 acres of conservation land purchased by the Town 3 years ago
o About 1, 200 feet of Long Pond shoreline and is undeveloped except for boating storage
buildings and a .few modest shade structures
o About half the property is in Brewster' s public water supply protection area known as Zone II
Mr . Lombardi stated that together the two Sea Camps properties hold potential opportunities for substantial
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 as well as
housing . If the Camps are acquired by the Town , their preferred future use would be determined following
public engagement activities that would invite input from Town residents and stakeholders .
Mr . Lombardi shared that in November 2020, the Select Board and Town Administration embarked on a
detailed analysis of potential acquisition . This process included meetings with our Town Counsel , hiring an
appraiser, consulting with local real estate and development experts, and obtaining title research . During the
analysis, the Select Board conducted their work in executive session in order to protect the interests of
Brewster taxpayers . Their overarching goal was to identify and then follow the lowest cost and most
expeditious route to a potential acquisition . Mr . Lombardi continued that the Select Board evaluated
whether a potential acquisition would be consistent with the Brewster Vision Plan , Open Space & Recreation
plans, Coastal Resource Management plan , and other planning processes that we have recently gone
through . Because of the significant feedback we have recently received from thousands of Brewster
residents about what they see as important and as community goals and priorities through these processes,
we believe that the answer is clearly yes - that acquisition by the Town is consistent with these plans .
The Select Board obtained appraisals of the value of the Sea Camps properties, the appraised values remain
privileged at this point while negotiations are ongoing . The Bay parcel ' s assessed value, which has been
mentioned in the media , is a little under $ 9M , the Long Pond parcel assessed value is a little more than $ 1M .
It is important to note that the assessed value is a value assigned only for property tax purposes . The
appraised value is based on analysis of the property and reflects what a buyer might expect to pay for a
property if it were on the market . Both properties have extensive regulatory considerations that were taken
into account as part of the Town ' s appraisal .
Taking this all into account the Select Board determined that Brewster voters should have the opportunity to
evaluate the potential acquisition of the Sea Camps properties and make a decision about acquiring them .
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To preserve the ability of Brewster voters to acquire the Sea Camps at the lowest possible cost, the Select
Board has been following the disposition process put in place by the current owners and their
representatives . The Town submitted bids to the Sea Camps' owners on June 23 offering to buy both parcels .
The Town' s offers to purchase the parcels are contingent on approval by Brewster voters at Special Town
Meeting and on the ballot at a special election . I need to reinforce that a purchase cannot take place without
these approvals by Brewster voters . Our bid amounts were consistent with the property appraisals we
obtained , and took into account title research we commissioned, discussion with Town counsel , and
consultation with local land use professionals including an engineer and a conservation land acquisition
expert .
Bidders on the Sea Camps were required by the sellers to sign a non - disclosure agreement, or NDA, that
limits the information they can discuss in public . The Town of Brewster, however, did not sign this agreement
because we are a public entity and have an obligation to disclose information to our residents . The Select
Board is concerned at this point that these properties may be privately developed and feels strongly that
Brewster voters deserve the opportunity to determine if the Town should acquire the Sea Camps . The Town
continues to seek a negotiated sale, that is the preferred path . However, if the negotiations are no
successful , Brewster voters may consider acquiring both parcels through eminent domain . In simple terms,
eminent domain is a right give to municipalities and other governmental bodies to acquire property for
public use . Over the years, the Town of Brewster has acquired thousands of acres of property through
eminent domain including many of our. public beaches like Paines Creek, and Crosby Landing, the Punkhorn
Parklands and other conservation areas, Wing Island , land for Captains Golf Course, land for our schools, and
hundreds of acres to protect our water supply . Our first eminent domain acquisition appears to have been
Saint' s Landing beach in 1918 and the most recent was about 56 acres off Slough Road for watershed
protection and recreation in 2007 .
Next month the Select Board will be calling a Special Town Meeting to be held in late September, asking
Brewster voters whether they want to acquire one or both Sea Camp parcels . Prior to Town Meeting we will
provide more information about the parcels, ideas about future uses, and possible partnerships with other
organizations . Both parcels could be privately developed , Mr . Lombardi shared a slide with a summary of
uses that are allowed under existing zoning bylaws . The Town is seeking to acquire these parcels both to
prevent that from happening and because of the public opportunities they offer. Cape Cod Commission and
local regulations place certain restrictions on how the properties could be developed , but the only way for us
to fully control what happens is to acquire the parcels . We are aware that at least 2 well - known major
developers have submitted bids to purchase the Sea Camps . A similar situation occurred about 50 years ago
in the mid - 1970s, when the former LaSalette Seminary on Main Street was offered for sale . The Town had
the opportunity to purchase this 48 - acre proper on Cape Cod Bay for $ 1 . 5M but did not . From this part going
forward it was sold to a developer and opened as Ocean Edge Resort in 1982 .
In terms of next steps, the Town will hold a public forum on Tuesday, August 17 at 6pm on Zoom to provide
additional information and to help voters learn more about the potential Sea Camps acquisition . We will be
launching a new webpage on the Town website this week and will distributing information on social media
and in print as well . We all recognize this is a major decision that has the potential to change the future of
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the Town , we want Brewster voters to be fully informed about what is under consideration .
Chair Bingham thanked Peter for his presentation and added that the Select Board and Town Administration
have spent long hours on these potential acquisitions since last November and are glad to be starting the
public discussion about this important issue that Brewster voters will be considering . She reiterated that if
the Town does decide to acquire these parcels this fall , we will begin the process of public engagement
where Brewster residents will be invited to weigh in on how they would like to see the parcels used .
Select Board Announcements and Liaison Reports
No reports
Town Administrator' s Report
Peter Lombardi mentioned that he has a good number of updates to provide , starting with the latest on the
pandemic .
Pandemic :
• Locally in the past several days with the resurgence of positive cases on Cape , particularly in
Provincetown with the cluster of cases from the July 4th holiday, they are at 430 or so positive cases .
• Concerning is that 2/3 of those positive cases are fully vaccinated people, something we are tracking
closely .
• County positive case rates are starting to increase again , not on the scale they did over the winter .
• We are aware that some Towns on the Cape and the Islands have reinstituted some additional local
requirements, based on our current data , not something we are looking to take up at this point . It
does require paying attention to in the days/weeks ahead .
• In terms of Brewster positive cases, we have seen a slight increase over the past few weeks, where
we had basically had no new cases from mid - May to mid -July
o 6 positive cases last week and 10 in the past 3 weeks
o About half of new cases are residents who are fully vaccinated
• We are actively monitoring what' s happening and in contact with other area Health Departments, but
no planned changes to our approach in Brewster at this time .
• Town offices and Council on Aging remain open to the public Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursdays .
The library is open 5 days a week as well . We plan on revisiting our approach in the fall .
• Board and committee meetings, through September, mainly continued remote with some in - person
and hybrid .
Grant Award - Wing Island Boardwalk
• Last Thursday, the State announced this year's DCR Mass Trails grant awards at a ceremony in
Sandwich , Chris Miller and Peter Lombardi attended .
• Brewster was awarded $ 50k for design and permitting for a new elevated boardwalk from Drummer
Boy Park to Wing Island
• Money is for the initial phase of work that is expected to cost $ 130k
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• We also have a $ 30k pledge from Brewster Conservation Trust via anonymous donor for phase 1
work
• The plan is to bring $ 50k capital request to Town Meeting later this fall to cover the balance
• Project aligns with the Drummer Boy Park Master Plan Update article planned for Special Town
Meeting in November, giving residents an opportunity to understand what is being proposed and
vote on these proposed future uses
Peter Lombardi thanked Chris Miller, Pat Hughes, and Hal Minis for their collective work on this grant
application ; this is an incredibly important and exciting project
Brewster Water Department Project - Great Fields Water Main
• Town Meeting approved $ 125k in funding in November 2019 to install water main on Great Fields
Road
• Project entails installing almost 3000 linear feet of new water main , not a small project by any means .
Will provide approximately 20 new water services to residents on Great Fields .
• Work will be done in - house by Water Dept staff, saving the Town hundreds of thousands of dollars
versus if we had contracted out .
• Site work is expected to begin next month and should take about 2 months to complete
• Hours of operation will generally be Mon - Fri 8AM to 3PM
• Water Department is hosting an information session on Wed August 4 at 6PM at the Water
Department building in Commerce Park . Letters were sent to all impacted residents last week, once
work begins, the Water Department will be in regular communication with residents, who signed up,
about the project status while work is ongoing
Dog Park Capital Project
• Following Town Meeting vote in May, the Town completed all contract work with the low bidder and
held pre - construction meeting in late June
• Site work is expected to begin this week, letter sent out to abutters about 2 weeks ago , copy is
included in the packet .
• Projected is anticipated to take several months to complete and work will take place Mon - Fri 7AM to
6PM .
• We have continued to work closely with Friends of Brewster Dog Park on their fundraising program to
help cover the capital costs associated with the bid alternates that have pledged up to $ 50, 000 to
assist with purchases .
• Department of Public Works will be handling project management and coordination . The Water Dept
will be installing new water line from the existing water main to the site .
• Looking forward to a ribbon cutting hopefully later this fall , all materials dependent
Swap Shop
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• Facility, which is incredibly popular, has been closed since last March , looking at a plan to reopen in
mid/ late August .
• To being, open 3 days a week, Friday thru Sunday
• Using opportunities presented by pandemic to examine service models and make changes, one is
moving to a resident only model . This is the same as every other surrounding town . Recycling Center
sticker not required ; residents must provide proof of residency at gatehouse if they do not have a
sticker .
• Access will now be routed through the Recycling Center entrance, not directly off of Run Hill Rd
• Details once finalized will be shared out to residents via standard channels — website, social media , Ch
18, etc .
Commercial Plastic Water Bottle Ban
• Reminder that this bylaw takes effect in September
• Outreach has been conducted by Recycling, Commission to business community to make sure this is
on their radar .
Consent Agenda
• Approval of Regular Session Meeting Minutes : July 12 and July 13 , 2021
• Appointments : Brewster Republican Town Committee Election Workers
• One - Day Liquor License : Cape Rep Theatre ( 6 dates in August ) & Chatham Bars Inn Farm ( 2 dates in
August )
• One- Day Entertainment Licenses : Doucette ( 233 Lund Farm Way ) & Graham ( 486 Paines Creek Road )
• Application for Facility Use : Linnell Landing for . Wedding Ceremony
• Acceptance of Gift : Town Hall Lectern
• Letter of Support for FY21 Housing Rehabilitation and Childcare Community Development Block Grant
Application
Selectperson Chaffee alerted that she would abstain from the 6th item , the acceptance of the gift, since it is
from her family .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the July 26, 2021, consent agenda as printed . Selectperson
Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes,
Selectperson Chaffee -yes ( as described ) , Selectperson Hoffmann -yes Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was
5 -Yes, 0- No
Public Hearinia 6 : 30PM - Liquor License : Alteration of Premises for Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center,
2907 Main Street
Selectperson Chatelain moved to open the public hearing at 6 : 30pm for Ocean Edge application for liquor
license alteration of premises . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson
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Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair
Bingham - yes .
Joe Devlin addressed the Board regarding the public hearing for the application for alteration of premises,
which is to modify the licensed premises to remove the lobby and front entry way porch from the Section 12
license . This is for Ocean Edge to request to have the second license added in that space , the 6 : 40pm
hearing . Mr . Devlin continued , that the Innkeeper' s license covers the entire resort ( or a large portion of the
resort ) , in order to have a Section 15 license , Ocean Edge would have to remove the lobby from the license,
which is what the first application is .
Selectperson Whitney asked if there are any actual alterations or if they are just paper alterations . Mr . Devlin
confirmed they are just paper alterations .
Selectperson Hoffmann commented that there was to be a floor plan to be submitted regarding the item to
be removed . Mr . Devlin reviewed the document that was submitted with the application .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the application from Ocean Edge Resort Limited Partnership d/ b/a
Ocean Edge Inn and Conference Center for an alteration of premises . Selectperson Chafee second . A roll call
vote was taken . Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes ,
Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No
Selectperson Chatelain moved to close the public hearing . Selectperson Hoffmann second. A roll call vote
was taken . Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes , Selectperson
Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No
Brewster Whitecaps Updated : Bob Graczewski
Bob Graczewski , President of the Brewster Whitecaps, provided an update on this year' s Cape Cod Baseball
League . Mr . Graczewski first commented how thrilled we are to be playing baseball this year, which was not
a given just 3 short months ago . Secondly, we are very thankful , as is the League as a whole , that we have
had a very safe and healthy season . Mr . Graczewski ' s update included the following information :
• Whitecaps are currently in first place in the East Division with nine games to play, including tonight' s
game against Harwich Mariners, who are only 1 point behind .
• We are in the final push for one of four playoff berths that come up in just 9 short days .
• The General Manager, Ned Monthie and Coach Shevchik have put together a great roster this year of
players ; the team has gelled together nicely . This is a great group of young men both on and off the
field . The League is really happy with the season at this point in time .
• Update on past players, earlier this month , 8 players were drafted from the 2019 team in the Major
League baseball draft . Three were in the top 100 selections, who have already signed with their
teams . Ryan Bliss, a shortstop, was drafted 40th and two pitchers, Matt Mikulski , picked 50th and
Mason Black picked 85th have signed with San Francisco Giants ,
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• These picks show the job Jamie Schevchik has done for the Whitecaps in recruiting, neither pitcher
came from powerhouse teams . We wish them the best of luck in their Major League endeavors .
Additionally, 4 players from the 2021 team were also selected in the draft : Colin Davis, Ryan Cardona ,
Shawn Gooseberg and Harry Rutkowski . A total of 12 players are going to draft, speaks to the level of
competition and talent in the Cape League, other teams have had similar results in the Major League
draft .
• Inducted the first Whitecaps golf tournament at Captain ' s, this was an outstanding success . The golf
course did a great job and all reports have been great regarding players, participants, and volunteers .
Mr . Graczewski offered special thanks regarding the renovations implemented as part of the CPC grant, that
the Whitecaps and Nauset Regional School received , overwhelming positive feedback . Mr . Graczewski said it
is especially gratifying that at every home game the wheelchair seating has been used along with companion
seating . Those with mobility problems find it much easier to get around the park, it is much more accessible
for people . Mr . Graczewski also provided a special thanks to Peter Lombardi and the Select board for their
support on projects and a personal thanks for attending the first pitch ceremonies . . A special thanks was also
offered to Donna Kalinick for her invaluable guidance throughout the process along with John Kissida and
John O ' Reilly . Mr . Graczewski continued that Amy Von Hone and the Brewster Health Department provided
outstanding leadership to both us and the League preparing for possibilities of COVID related impacts during
the season . Although many became unnecessary, we are still in a position to implement those policies and
procedures if needed going forward . Mr . Graczewski can ' t say enough about the Department of Public
Works, the Water Department, and the Captains' Golf Course in helping overcome any bumps throughout
the season , always there to assist, the Whitecaps are grateful for their help . Mr . Graczewski directed his
comments to the business advertisers and individual donors , without their support we wouldn ' t have a
chance of success, they have been great supporters in past years and overwhelmingly so this year . Lastly, Mr .
Graczewski added , to our host players , interns, volunteers, and Board members , all have done a great job
pulling this season together .
Mr . Graczewski included some thoughts about what is next for the Whitecaps, including, final work of
renovations to be completed , as Peter Lombardi mentioned earlier this is dependent on availability of
materials . These renovations include extended fencing, and safety netting on both right and left field lines .
Mr . Graczewski informed that they will be working with Cape Cod Technical High School for a permanent
structure for the souvenir stand .
In summary, crowds have. been huge , estimated 25 - 33 % more than we usually get, people are dying to get
out and do things . Mr . Graczewski added that having a great and competitive team is helpful , souvenirs are
flying off the shelves as well . They have had availability issues with souvenirs, and it has been tough , though
they are happy to be sold out . The team continues to win , making this a very exciting year, Mr . Graczewski
couldn ' t be happier at this point in time . Mr . Graczewski asked for everyone to join them for the playoff run ,
and to keep up with the website , twitter, and Facebook, the team has a great group of social media interns .
Mr . Graczewski added , better yet, come on out and watch a game, we appreciate the support .
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Selectperson Chaffee congratulated Bob on a great season , mentioned the Town ' s first hydration station is
installed and operating at the field , Whitecaps offering great reusable water bottles for sale .
Chair Bingham thanked Bob for being here , wished him well and go Whitecaps !
Public Hearing 6 : 40PM : Liquor License : New Annual Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store , Ocean Edge
Resorts 2907 Main Street
At 6 : 44pm , Selectperson Chatelain moved to open the public hearing for the new annual wine and malt
beverages package store for Ocean Edge Resorts hearing . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was
taken Selectperson Whitney -yes, Selectpersori Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson
Hoffmann - yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes , 0- No
Joe Devlin for OERGC Inc . , Ocean Edge Resort Golf Club Inc . , addressed the Board presenting the application
for a new wine and malt package store license, joining him is Bryan Webb as the proposed manager of
record on the license and the General Manager of the Resort . Mr . Devlin added that this application is the
companion application to the one just heard . Mr . Devlin added that this is something the hotel has talked
about for 2- 3 years, as customers have often asked how they can take away, as a souvenir, their branded
labeled wine that is sold at the resort at various outlets . Mr . Devlin presented that this is an important
product line they hope to carry and satisfy their guests of 100, 000 + a year that come to the Resort, between
staying, enjoying the restaurants or playing golf . Mr . Devlin stated that the sales would be in the reception
area , he informed the Board that he had spoken to the Executive Director of the ABCC about trying to put it
into the gift shop, but that would require more work . The current application offers the location of the lobby
which opens directly out to the exterior where people would be checking out to leave the resort . Mr . Devlin
provided that the alcohol would be stored in a locked refrigerator and all staff that handles alcohol are TIPS
trained . Mr . Devlin added that Brewster has been a very good host town for Ocean Edge, and they have
hoped that they have been a good business in return and ask that the Board approve this request .
Chair Bingham asked if there is any public comment on either public hearing . There were no comments .
Selectperson Hoffmann asked if a floor plan was included in this part of the application . Susan Broderick
responded that one is included on page 152 of the packet . Selectperson Hoffmann asked for clarification
regarding the location of the proposed application . Mr . Devlin provided that the reception area is actually
the lobby and is marked reception on the plan , he had included the side porch however, that doesn ' t
necessarily need to be included as it is not part of the Section 12 . Mr . Devlin stated that alcohol is only to be
sold inside the reception area and they could amend their plan prior to being sent to the ABCC . Selectperson
Hoffmann then asked where the alcohol would be stored . Bryan Webb answered behind the front desk,
there is a small area where the locking fridge will go . Mr . Webb added that the wine will be on display at the
new gift shop but can only be purchased at the front desk .
Selectperson Hoffmann asked who is eligible to purchase . Mr . Devlin answered the plan is for purchase to be
open to everybody . Selectperson Hoffmann requested clarification as when a package store is opened in
Brewster, normally this is considered a change of use and in the residential medium zone that Ocean Edge is
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in , retail stores are not allowed , how is this different ? Mr . Devlin responded that they aren ' t here for the
zoning portion , any license that is approved by statute is condition upon compliance with any other rules,
regulations , and ordinances with the Town of Brewster . Mr . Devlin added that Ocean Edge has reached out
to their Land Use attorney who thought this was an allowed use , if it is not, nothing in this approval from the
Board would allow it to go through if a variance , change of use, or special permit was needed . Mr . Devlin
provided that they could not operate in the community even if ABCC approved until all conditions have been
approved as well
Selectperson Chaffee asked Peter Lombardi about the process we are following, if there is a reason this
proposal has not gone through staff review first, before coming to the Board for Liquor license approval .
Peter Lombardi answered that this is the first time we have received application for this kind of license ; he
thinks all things considered it would be best to take through the staff review process . Peter Lombardi added
that based on the fact that this is planned to be open to the public, it makes sense to have the proposal go
through staff review and make a determination if other permits are required . Mr . Lombardi provided the
Board with two options , continue the hearing, and have that process taken up, or issue the license subject to
successful completion of those processes and applicable approvals .
Selectperson Chaffee thinks it would be prudent to postpone and have applicants complete other steps first .
Chair Bingham is in agreement . Selectperson Hoffmann added that since this the first time for the Town and
new for Ocean Edge, she thinks we should postpone and go through the proper channels and postpone and
take advisement from staff review .
Selectperson Chaffee moved to continue the hearing and indefinitely postpone action on this matter until
the applicants have proceeded through the staff review process and come back before the Board .
Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson
Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes , Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was
5 -Yes, 0- No
Joe Devlin asked if the prior license application for alteration of premises can be withheld pending resolution
of this license .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to re - open the previous hearing for liquor license alteration of premises for
Ocean Edge . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney -yes,
Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The
Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No
Selectperson Chatelain moved to rescind. the previous vote and to continue the public hearing . Selectperson
Chaffee second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney -yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes ,
Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -yes, 0- No
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Matters Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair
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Questions from the Media
One question regarding the application for Cape Cod Sea Camps from Rich Eldred . Is the Town in competition
with the Brewster Flats group or possible working with them . Peter Lombardi answered that the Town has
submitted bids and will be sending out a press release once the meeting is over . The Town submitted bids for
acquiring both properties a month or so ago , any discussions about potential partnerships is more detail that
we will be providing residents at the public forum on August 17, 2021 .
Next Meetings : August 3 , 91 19 , and 23 , 2021
Adjournment
Selectperson Chaffee moved to adjourn the meeting at 7 : 07pm , Selectperson Chatelain second . A roll call
vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes , Selectperson Whitney-yes ,
Selectperson Chatelain , Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
Respectfully submitted by Erika Mawn , Executive Assistant
Approved : 08 / 10 / 2021 Signed : 5 6vowd 8 Gtiaf-elain
Date Selectperson Chatelain , Clerk of the Board of Selectmen
Accompanying Documents in Packet: Agenda, Cape Cod Sea Camps Announcement, TA Report, Consent Agenda documents, Ocean Edge Inn and
Conference Center public meeting packets .
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