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MASSACHUSETTS ELECTED OFFICIALS 1 BREWSTER ELECTED OFFICIALS 2 BREWSTER APPOINTED OFFICERS & OFFICIALS 4 SELECT BOARD 14 TOWN ADMINISTRATOR 17 TOWN FINANCIALS 19 TOWN COLLECTOR/ TREASURER 29 TOWN CLERK 53 ANNUAL AND SPECIAL TOWN MEETING 58 ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION 79 ASSEMBLY OF DELEGATES 82 AGRICULTURE COMMISSION 84 ALEWIFE COMMITTEE 88 INSPECTOR OF ANIMALS 89 BGTV VIDEO SERVICES COORDINATOR 90 BIKEWAYS COMMITTEE 94 BOARD OF ASSESSORS 95 BUILDING COMMISSIONER 96 CAPE COD COMMISSION 98 CAPE COD REGIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL 101 CAPE LIGHT COMPACT 105 CEMETERY COMMISSION 107 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 108 CHARTER COMMITTEE 109 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE 110 COUNCIL ON AGING 113 DOG PARK DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 115 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR 117 ENERGY COMMITTEE 118 FINANCE DIRECTOR 119 FINANCE COMMITTEE 120 FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT 121 GOLF DEPARTMENT 124 BOARD OF HEALTH 127 HEALTH DEPARTMENT 129 HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 134 HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE 136 HOUSING COORDINATOR 137 HOUSING PARTNERSHIP 139 HOUSING TRUST 140 LADIES LIBRARY 141 MILL SITES COMMITTEE 143 NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 144 NAUSET SCHOOLS & BREWSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT 148 OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE 150 PLANNING BOARD 153 PLANNING DEPARTMENT 155 PLEASANT BAY ALLIANCE 156 POLICE DEPARTMENT 157 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 160 RECREATION DEPARTMENT 162 RECYCLING COMMISSION 164 VETERANS SERVICES DEPARTMENT 166 WATER DEPARTMENT 167 WATER QUALITY REVIEW COMMITTEE 168 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 170 Important Information MUNICIPAL DEPARTMENT PHONE LIST 171 SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY FORM 173 RECYCLING CENTER FEES 174 MASSACHUSETTS ELECTED OFFICIALS 2020 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT First Barnstable District Timothy Whelan (R) State House, Rm 39 Boston, MA 02133 617-722-2014 Timothy.Whelan@mahouse.gov REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT Fourth Barnstable District Sarah K. Peake (D) State House, Rm 163 Boston, MA 02133 617-722-2040 fax: 617-722-2239 Sarah.peake@mahouse.gov District Office: 508-487-5694 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT Cape & Islands District Julian Andre Cyr (D) 24 Beacon Street, Room 405 Boston, MA 02133 617-722-1570 julian.cyr@masenate.gov REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS Ninth District William R. Keating (D) Rm 2351, Rayburn HOB Washington, DC 20515 202-225-3111 www.house.gov/keating 259 Stevens St. Suite E Hyannis, MA 02601 508-771-6868 SENATOR IN CONGRESS Ninth District Elizabeth Warren (D) 317 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 202-224-4543 http://www.warren.senate.gov/?p=email_senator 2400 JFK Federal Building 15 New Sudbury Street Boston, MA 02203 617-565-3170 SENATOR IN CONGRESS Ninth District Edward J. Markey (D) 218 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-2742 http://www.markey.senate.gov/ 10 Causeway Street, Suite 559 Boston, MA 02222 Phone: (617) 565-8519 GOVERNOR Charlie Baker (R) State House, Rm 280 Boston, MA 02133 617-725-4005 888-870-7770 (in state) www.mass.gov ATTORNEY GENERAL Maura Healey One Ashburton Place Boston, MA 02108 617-727-2200 www.mass.gov/ago ago@state.ma.us SECRETARY OF THE COMMONWEALTH William Francis Galvin (D) One Ashburton Place, Rm 1611 Boston, MA 02108 1-800-392-6090 http://www.sec.state.ma.us cis@sec.state.ma.us 1 TOWN OF BREWSTER ELECTED OFFICIALS 2020 SELECT BOARD 5 MEMBERS 3 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Mary W. Chaffee Chair David C. Whitney Edward (Ned) Chatelain Benjamin W. deRuyter Vice-Chair Cynthia A. Bingham Clerk 2021 2022 2023 2021 2022 BOARD OF HEALTH 5 MEMBERS 3 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Joseph Robert Ford Penny H. Holeman Annette L. Graczewski Carmen S. Scherzo Jean Kampas 2022 2022 2023 2021 2023 MODERATOR 1 MEMBER 1 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Charles L. Sumner 2021 CONSTABLE 1 MEMBER 1 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRE S Roland W. Bassett, Jr 2021 PLANNING BOARD 7 MEMBERS 5 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Elizabeth Taylor Kari Sue Hoffmann Madalyn Hillis-Dineen Roberta M. Barrett Charlotte Degen Paul J. Wallace Amanda Bebrin 2025 2025 2021 2022 2024 2022 2021 NAUSET REG'L SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE 4 MEMBERS 3 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Robert Jacobus James R. O'Leary Richard Stewart John O'Reilly Thomas Fitzgibbons Steven Leibowitz Resigned 11/2020 Resigned 5/2020 2022 2022 2021 2021 2023 2021 2 Patricia Busch James Trabulsie Steven Bergquist 2023 2023 2021 Thomas Turcketta Builder TOWN OF BREWSTER ELECTED OFFICIALS 2020 Cont’d BREWSTER SCHOOL COMMITTEE 5 MEMBERS 3 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES David Telman Judith Anne Lech Jessica Larsen Kate Miller Jacobus Christine Jayne Peterson Resigned 11/2020 Marie Enochty Casey Mecca 2022 2023 2021 2022 2023 2021 2021 RECREATION COMMISSION 5 MEMBERS 3 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Allen J. Royne Sherrie McCullough Roland W. Bassett, Jr. Brandon Rice Thomas J. Wingard, Jr. 2022 2022 2023 2023 2021 BREWSTER OLD KINGS HWY REG'L HISTORIC DISTRICT 4 MEMBERS 4 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Carol Appleton BREWSTER HOUSING AUTHORITY 5 MEMBERS 5 YEAR TERM TERM EXPIRES Laurel Labdon Zachary Volpicelli Barbara Burgo Robert H. Hooper 2024 2021 2023 2021 Appted by State 2024 3 TOWN OF BREWSTER APPOINTED OFFICIALS 2020 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION AGRICULTURE COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER STEPHAN BROWN 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER PETER HERRMANN 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER REBECCA HOWES 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER JANE WEBER 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 ALEWIFE COMMITTEE MEMBER GARY KASER 6/30/2023 3/16/2020 ALEWIFE WARDEN MEMBER DOUG ERICKSON 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER GARY KASER 6/30/2023 4/13/2020 MEMBER WILLIAM LEMAITRE 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 ALL CITIZENS ACCESS MEMBER MARY HAYNES 6/30/2021 1/29/2018 MEMBER LAUREL LABDON 6/30/2021 8/20/2018 ASSESSORS BOARD MEMBER BELINDA EYESTONE 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER G. HOWARD HAYES 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER DIANE SALOMONE 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER DAVID WHITNEY 11/2/2020 BIKEWAYS COMMITTEE MEMBER ERIC LEVY 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 VICE-CHAIR SUSAN RISEMAN 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 CLERK DERRICK SCANNEVIN 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 CHAIR JOSEPH SULLIVAN, III 6/30/2021 3/19/2018 MEMBER GREGORY WRIGHT 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 BREWSTER AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST MEMBER BENJAMIN DERUYTER 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER TIMOTHY HACKERT 6/30/2022 6/15/2020 MEMBER MADALYN HILLIS-DINEEN 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER DONNA KALINICK 6/30/2022 6/15/2020 MEMBER SARAH ROBINSON 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 4 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER PAUL RUCHINSKAS 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER BUILDING & NEEDS ASSESSMENT MAGGIE SPADE-AGUILAR 6/30/2022 6/15/2020 MEMBER LAUREL LABDON 6/30/2021 9/10/2018 MEMBER PHILIP LINDQUIST 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER JAMES MOYNIHAN 6/30/2021 9/10/2018 MEMBER LEON RICE 6/30/2021 11/19/2018 MEMBER CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY DAVID TELMAN 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER ZEB BARKER 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER LAWRENCE GREELEY 6/15/2022 6/15/2020 MEMBER CAPE & VINEYARD ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE JAMES KANE 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER CAPE COD COMMISSION CHARLES HANSON 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER RYAN BENNETT 6/30/2021 6/4/2018 MEMBER CAPE COD MUNICIPAL HEALTH CARE GROUP ELIZABETH TAYLOR 4/24/2022 3/4/2019 MEMBER CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY SUSAN BRODERICK 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER CAPE COD REG'L TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2022 8/19/2019 MEMBER RICHARD HOFFMANN CAPE COD WATER PROTECTION COLLABORATIVE 6/30/2023 7/15/2020 MEMBER CAPE LIGHT COMPACT RYAN BENNETT 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER COLIN ODELL CAPE LIGHT COMPACT JOINT POWER ENTITY 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE COLIN ODELL 2/27/2017 ALTERNATE MARILYN BERNARDO 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER CYNTHIA CALDWELL 6/30/2022 9/23/2019 MEMBER ROSS GORMAN 6/30/2022 9/23/2019 5 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2022 9/23/2019 MEMBER WILLIAM SCHIRMACHER 6/30/2022 9/23/2019 MEMBER LISA VITALE 6/30/2022 9/23/2019 CCC/COASTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE MEMBER CHRIS MILLER 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 CEMETERY COMMISSION MEMBER JAMES JONES 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER THOMAS ROGERS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER SOPHIA SAYIGH 6/30/2021 3/22/2018 CHARTER COMMITTEE CLERK CYNTHIA BINGHAM 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 VICE-CHAIR RICHARD KOCH 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER WILLIAM MEEHAN 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER CHARLES SUMNER 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 CHAIR KAREN WHITNEY 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER COLETTE WILLIAMS 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEMBER ROLAND BASSETT JR 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER BARBARA BURGO 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER FAYTHE ELLIS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER BRUCE EVANS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER PEGGY JABLONSKI 6/30/2021 3/12/2018 MEMBER SHARON MAROTTI 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER DIANE PANSIRE 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER PAUL RUCHINSKAS 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER ELIZABETH TAYLOR 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 CONSERVATION COMMISSION MEMBER CASEY DANNHAUSER 6/30/2023 12/21/2020 MEMBER BRUCE EVANS 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER GARY KASER 6/30/2023 2/3/2020 MEMBER GREGORY SCALISE 6/30/2023 8/3/2020 MEMBER NICOLE SMITH 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER MICHAEL TOBIN 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER PETER WELLS 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 6 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER FRANCIS CALLAHAN 6/30/2021 4/30/2018 MEMBER JAY GREEN 6/30/2023 9/21/2020 MEMBER PENNY HOLEMAN 6/30/2023 9/21/2020 MEMBER STEVE HOLMES 6/30/2021 4/30/2018 MEMBER ANDREA NEVINS 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER SHARON TENNSTEDT 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER LAURA USHER 6/30/2021 2/11/2019 CROSBY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER JOAN KOSMACH 6/30/2023 8/3/2020 MEMBER DIANA LAMB 6/30/2023 MEMBER PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2023 8/3/2020 MEMBER CATE O'NEIL 6/30/2023 7/20/2020 MEMBER JOSEPH REGO 6/30/2023 8/3/2020 CULTURAL COUNCIL MEMBER REBECCA ALVIN 6/30/2023 MEMBER ERIC BOHN 6/30/2024 1/4/2021 MEMBER KATHLEEN KRIKORIAN 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER RICHARD PERRY 6/30/2023 6/1/2020 MEMBER EDWARD SHEPHARD 6/30/2023 8/3/2020 MEMBER ROGER SMITH 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER TONIA ST GERMAIN 6/30/2021 10/22/2018 DOG PARK DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEMBER RICHARD ALTO 6/30/2021 7/16/2018 MEMBER PAIGE FERRAGUTO 6/30/2023 8/3/2020 MEMBER TOM LINCOLN 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER SUSAN RISEMAN 6/30/2021 7/16/2018 MEMBER OLGA SHERRY 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER LISA WHELAN 6/30/2023 12/16/2019 MEMBER HAYLEY WINFIELD 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 DRUMMER BOY PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER JOHN KISSIDA 6/30/2023 11/2/2020 MEMBER CHERYLANNE LOMBARDI 6/30/2023 11/2/2020 MEMBER STEPHEN NAJARIAN 6/30/2023 12/21/2020 MEMBER ANDREA NEVINS 6/30/2023 11/2/2020 MEMBER JAMES VEARA 6/30/2023 11/2/2020 10/15/2020 7 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER THOMAS WINGARD 6/30/2023 11/2/2020 EGG COMMITTEE MEMBER LISA LABRECQUE 6/18/2012 ELECTIONS PRECINCT 2 CLERK JUNE CAMERON MEMBER ANNE LEMATIRE PRECINCT 3 CLERK CYNTHIA MATHISON PRECINCT 1 - DEPUTY CLERK GLENDA NORMAND MEMBER SHARON RYONE WARDEN DONALD CURT TAYLOR JR. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT MEMBER PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER ROBERT MORAN 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 ENERGY COMMITTEE MEMBER CHARLES HANSON 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER COLIN ODELL 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER PETER SOULE 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER EDWARD SWINIARSKI 6/30/2021 6/1/2018 MEMBER RICHARD WOLF 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 ETHICS COMMISSION LIAISON COLETTE WILLIAMS 1/3/2012 FINANCE COMMITTEE FRANK BRIDGES 6/30/2021 7/25/2018 HARVEY PETE DAHL 6/30/2022 6/28/2019 ANDREW EVANS 6/30/2023 7/19/2020 ALEX HOPPER 6/30/2023 10/25/2020 WILLIAM MEEHAN 6/30/2023 7/14/2020 HONEY PIVIROTTO 6/30/2021 7/25/2018 ROBERT TOBIAS 6/30/2023 8/6/2020 ROBERT YOUNG 6/30/2022 6/28/2019 GOLF COMMISSION MEMBER CARL BLANCHARD 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER ANDREA JOHNSON 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER JOHN KISSIDA 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER WYN MORTON 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 4/2/2020 2/10/2020 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 4/2/2020 2/10/2020 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER 8 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER ANNE O'CONNELL 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER JEFFRY ODELL 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER DAVID VALCOURT 6/30/2021 9/10/2018 GOLF SCREENING COMMITTEE MEMBER MARILYN BERNARDO 6/30/2021 10/18/2020 MEMBER CHRIS HARDY 6/30/2021 10/19/2020 MEMBER ROBERT HARRIS 6/30/2021 MEMBER ANDREA JOHNSON 6/30/2021 10/19/2020 MEMBER PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2021 10/19/2020 MEMBER ANNE O'CONNELL 6/30/2021 10/19/2020 MEMBER DAVID WHITNEY 6/30/2021 10/18/2020 HARBOR MASTER EMPLOYEE RYAN BURCH 2/12/2021 2/12/2018 EMPLOYEE CHRIS MILLER 12/24/2014 HAZARDOUS WASTE COMMITTEE MEMBER PAUL ANDERSON 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER PATRICK ELLIS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER ROBERT MORAN 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER AMY VON HONE 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEMBER GEORGE BOYD 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER PATRICIA BUSCH 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER RENEE DEE 6/30/2024 2/1/2021 MEMBER FAYTHE ELLIS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 ALTERNATE DAPHNE GEANACOPOULOS 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER JEFFREY HAYES 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER PATRICIA HESS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 HOME CONSORTIUM BARN COUNTY ALTERNATE DONNA KALINICK 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER JILL WERTZ-SCALISE 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 HOUSING PARTNERSHIP MEMBER JILLIAN DOUGLASS 6/30/2023 9/21/2020 MEMBER LISA FORHAN 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER VANESSA GREENE 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER RALPH MAROTTI 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 9 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER DIANE PANSIRE 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER SARAH ROBINSON 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER STEVE SEAVER 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE MEMBER DEBORAH BLACKMAN-JACOBS 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER VIVIAN CAFARELLA 6/30/2021 1/29/2018 MEMBER PATRICIA HESS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER ELIZABETH JAYES 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER ANNE O'CONNELL 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER JONATHAN O'NEIL 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER SEAN PARKER 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER LISA PERKINS 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 LIBRARY BOARD MEMBERS MEMBER ROBERT MAUTERSTOCK 6/30/2020 LIBRARY BUILDING COMMITTEE MEMBER JOAN CASSIDY 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER CHRIS KENNEY 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER SUSAN SKIDMORE 6/30/2022 6/17/2019 MEMBER CYNTHIA ST AMOUR 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER CHARLES SUMNER 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 LOWER CAPE COMMUNITY ACCESS TELEVISION MEMBER ZEB BARKER 6/30/2020 7/10/2017 MEMBER ZEB BARKER 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER ZEB BARKER 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MUNICIPAL HEARING OFFICER MEMBER DONNA KALINICK 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION MEMBER CAMERON FERGUSON 6/30/2021 12/7/2020 MEMBER PATRICIA HUGHES 6/30/2021 12/7/2020 MEMBER DIANE MURPHY 1/30/2021 MEMBER KIMBERLEY CROCKER PEARSON 6/30/2021 MEMBER DONALD POOLE 6/30/2021 12/7/2020 MEMBER ELIZABETH TAYLOR 6/30/2021 12/7/2020 MEMBER PETER TRULL 6/30/2021 12/7/2020 MEMBER CHRIS WILLIAMS 6/30/2021 12/7/2020 12/7/2020 12/7/2020 10 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION OIL SPILL COORDINATOR NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER MEMBER PATRICK ELLIS ROBERT MORAN 6/30/2021 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 6/15/2020 OLD KINGS HIGHWAY HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE ALTERNATE GEORGE CAREY 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE MEMBER PHIL BURT 6/30/2021 12/17/2018 MEMBER GARY CHRISTEN 6/30/2021 3/4/2019 MEMBER BRUCE EVANS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER PETER HERRMANN 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER DON KEERAN 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER TOM KOWALSKI 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER PETER NORTON 6/30/2022 9/23/2019 MEMBER ELIZABETH TAYLOR 6/30/2021 3/4/2019 PLEASANT BAY ALLIANCE MEMBER RYAN BENNETT 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER CHRIS MILLER 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 PLEASANT BAY WATERSHED TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER CHRIS MILLER 6/30/2022 9/9/2019 MEMBER AMY VON HONE 6/30/2022 9/9/2019 RECORDS ACCESS OFFICER MEMBER COLETTE WILLIAMS 12/19/2016 RECYCLING COMMISSION MEMBER ANNIE DUGAN 6/30/2021 6/3/2019 MEMBER PATRICK ELLIS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER DEBRA JOHNSON 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER PETER JOHNSON 6/30/2021 6/3/2019 MEMBER MEG MORRIS 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER EDWARD PREVOST 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER SUSAN SKIDMORE 6/30/2023 8/17/2020 REGISTRAR DEMOCRAT REGISTRAR THADDEUS NABYWANIEC 6/30/2020 3/13/2017 REPUBICAN REGISTRAR FRANCIS SMITH 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 11 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION NAME TERM END DATE OF APPT. MEMBER COLETTE WILLIAMS 5/24/2010 SHELLFISH CONSTABLE MEMBER RYAN BURCH 6/30/2021 8/6/2018 MEMBER DAVID JOHNSON 6/30/2022 10/7/2019 MEMBER CHRIS MILLER 6/30/2021 8/6/2018 STONY BROOK MILLSITES MEMBER FAYTHE ELLIS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 MEMBER DOUG ERICKSON 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER MARGUERITE ERICKSON 6/30/2022 3/4/2019 MEMBER ROGER O'DAY 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER PETER OGOZALEK 6/30/2021 6/18/2018 MEMBER EMILY SUMNER 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 TREE WARDEN MEMBER PATRICK ELLIS 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 TRI-TOWN GROUNDWATER PROTECTION MEMBER PETER LOMBARDI 6/30/2022 7/1/2019 VISION PLANNING COMMITTEE MEMBER ANDI GENSER 6/30/2021 12/13/2019 MEMBER PATRICIA HESS 6/30/2023 12/13/2019 MEMBER KARI HOFFMANN 6/30/2022 12/13/2019 MEMBER HAL MINIS 6/30/2023 12/13/2019 MEMBER GARRAN PETERSON 6/30/2021 12/13/2019 MEMBER FRANCES SCHOFIELD 6/30/2021 12/13/2019 MEMBER SUSAN SEARLES 6/30/2022 12/13/2019 MEMBER SHARON TENNSTEDT 6/30/2022 12/13/2019 WATER COMMISSIONER MEMBER CYNTHIA BARAN 6/30/2022 6/15/2020 MEMBER SUSAN NEESE-BROWN 6/30/2022 6/15/2020 MEMBER LEMUEL SKIDMORE 6/30/2021 8/17/2020 WATER QUALITY REVIEW COMMITTEE ALTERNATE CYNTHIA BARAN 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER ROBERTA BARRETT 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER NED CHATELAIN 6/30/2021 7/20/2020 ALTERNATE BRUCE EVANS 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER CHRIS MILLER 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 12 OFFICE/BOARD/COMMITTEE/COMMISSION MEMBER MEMBER ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NAME VICTOR STALEY AMY VON HONE TERM END DATE OF APPT. 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 ALTERNATE JEFF CARTER 6/30/2021 6/29/2020 MEMBER PATRICIA EGGERS 6/30/2021 9/24/2018 MEMBER BRIAN HARRISON 6/30/2023 6/15/2020 MEMBER JEAN LR KAMPAS 6/30/2022 8/19/2019 MEMBER BRUCE MACGREGOR 6/30/2021 6/25/2018 ALTERNATE SUSAN MCSHANE 6/30/2021 6/15/2020 MEMBER ARTHUR STEWART 6/30/2022 6/3/2019 13 Report of the Select Board Overview and Impact of COVID-19 on Town Operations Much of the Brewster Select Board’s 2020 efforts focused on providing essential services to the public while protecting the health and safety of town employees, residents, and visitors. • Mar 2: Select Board was briefed on COVID- 19 for the first time by Brewster Health Director Amy von Home. This was the last in- person Select Board meeting held in 2020. • Mar. 10: The Town held its first COVID Task Force meeting to coordinate all Town departments’ and school officials’ initial pandemic planning to protect public health. • Mar. 12: Governor Baker relaxed certain Open Meeting Law provisions permitting the Select Board and all other public bodies to meet safely by remote technology. • Mar. 14: First COVID-19 infection noted on Cape Cod. • Mar. 16: The Select Board met for the first time using remote technology in a joint meet with the Brewster Board of Health. The Select Board and Board of Health voted to close Town offices and Town facilities, and limited Recycling Center operations. Both boards have joint statutory authority to determine long-term closures of town offices and facilities to ensure public health and safety. Town Hall offices and the Captains Golf Courses were closed to the public. • Mar. 18: In a joint meeting with the Brewster Board of Health, the Select Board voted to declare an emergency exists in the Town of Brewster. • Apr. 27: Select Board voted to modify Beach, Recycling Center, and Shellfish permit procedures for summer 2020. • May 4: Town established COVID Relief Fund to assist Brewster residents impacted economically by the COVID pandemic. • May 4: Select Board voted to delay Town Meeting date. • May 18: Voted to stop weekly beach sticker sales for summer 2020 so the Town could best manage beach use on a daily basis. • Jun. 1: Board adopted a resolution in support of local businesses affected by COVID. • Jun. 9: Voted to establish Town Beach Ambassador program to provide education about safety on Brewster beaches. • Jun. 17: Voted to reopen Town Offices to employees on July 6. • Jun 24: Annual Town Election was delayed. • Aug. 10: Board voted to reduce Town Meeting Quorum, in accordance with a state order, to 10% (20) of number required by bylaw (200). • Sep 12: Annual Town Meeting was held outside at Whitecaps Field using social distancing, masking and other practices to protect public health. • Dec. 21: Select Board voted to close Town offices due to COVID resurgence. Actions Taken In addition to action taken on the pandemic, the Select Board acted on other matters in 2020, specifically they: • Met 43 times in 2020, including executive sessions and joint meetings (with the School Committee, Charter Committee, Recreation Committee, and Finance Committee) to accomplish their responsibilities as the Town’s executive branch of government. • Adopted the Complete Streets program in January 2020. The program aims to help communities redesign certain roadways to make them safe, comfortable and accessible for all users including vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and people with assistive devices like wheelchairs. There is no single Complete Streets prescription; each is unique and responds to its community context. Complete Streets help create livable communities for all who use streets including children, those with disabilities, older adults and those without access to a vehicle. • Adopted a financial reserves policy to help the Town stabilize finances and maintain operations during difficult economic periods. • Adopted updated razor clam regulations and commercial shell fishing regulations. • Provided input to the Charter Committee tasked with developing the Town Charter. • Updated the charge and membership for the Crosby Mansion Property Committee. 14 • Approved a plan to install water bottle filing stations with bubblers at 7 outdoor sites in Town and a number of interior stations. The plan is aimed at reducing the need to purchase disposable water bottles (plan was later paused due to pandemic). • Conducted a full day of departmental budget hearings on February 8, voted to send capital expenditures plan to Town Meeting, voted to adopt the FY21 Departmental budgets, and voted on all spring Town Meeting warrant articles. • Voted to allocate short-term rentals revenues to the Affordable Housing Trust and the Capital Stabilization Fund. • Adopted a statement on diversity, inclusion, and equity. • Held a public hearing on the FY21 tax rate classification and voted to adopt a single tax rate with no open space discount, no residential exemption, and no small commercial exemption. • Evaluated Town Administrator’s performance and voted on his FY21 salary. • Voted to create the Drummer Boy Park Advisory Committee. • Voted to adopt a climate change and net zero emissions resolution. • Voted to defer action on proposed hunting policy changes on Town property pending guidance from Town Counsel. • Voted to allocate solar carport revenues to be shared by the Golf Department and new town energy manager. • Appointed members to the new Brewster Natural Resources Advisory Committee. Briefings The Select Board received numerous briefings on COVID by Town Administrator Peter Lombardi and Health Director Amy von Hone. Other briefings included: • Cape Cod Commission by Director Kristy Senatori • Hydration station project by Recycling Commission Chair Meg Morris • Occupational health and safety initiatives by Water Superintendent Paul Anderson • Comcast contract negotiations by Peter Lombardi. • Nauset Regional High School Building Renovation project by Greg Levasseur • Update on Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates activities by Brewster Delegate Mary Chaffee • Presentation on early voting options for local town and fall general elections by Colette Williams Town Clerk • Update on Cape Light Compact, power supply offerings and energy efficiency programs and rebates by Maggie Downey and Margaret Song. • Homeless Prevention Council by Hadley Luddy • Pleasant Bay Watershed Alliance’s annual report by Carole Ridley • Integrated Water Management Plan by Mark Nelson • Town’s efforts to address issues of diversity and inclusion by Peter Lombardi. Policies Adopted • Select Board Rules of Order Policy (July 6): Establishes guidance on how Brewster Select Board meetings are conducted so meetings are organized and efficient, and public engagement is encouraged. • Select Board Liaison Policy (Jul. 6): Establishes role Select Board members play when serving as liaisons to other Town boards, committees, and commissions. • Select Board Policy on Campaigning on Public Property (revision) (Aug. 17): Policy required revision to recent addition of early voting option and to delete language no longer accurate. • Select Board Policy on Fee Waivers (Nov. 2): Establishes criteria for the Select Board to consider when evaluating requests for fee waivers. Strategic Planning The Select Board met July 27 and 30 to determine strategic planning priorities for FY21. This annual strategic planning meeting identifies the Board’s priorities and policy goals so that Town resources can be mobilized to achieve those goals. Select Board Membership Changes In June 2020, the Select Board said farewell to member John Dickson. John was elected to three terms on the Board and served as Board Chair. John, a history teacher, often infused his meeting 15 comments with his broad knowledge of government and history. John leaves a legacy of leadership with integrity, commitment to the Town, and respectful and thoughtful decision-making. Edward (Ned) Chatelain was elected on June 23 to the seat vacated by John Dickson. Ned had served as a member of the Brewster Planning Board and Affordable Housing Trust prior to his election to the Select Board. When the Select Board reorganized on June 24 following the Town election, David Whitney turned the role of Chair over to Mary Chaffee, Ben deRuyter was elected to serve as Vice Chair and Cindy Bingham was elected Clerk. Liaisons Each Select Board member serves as liaison to other Town committees to enhance communications and improve. Beginning June 2020, Select Board members held these liaison assignments: Mary Chaffee Chair Ben deRuyter Vice Chair Cindy Bingham Clerk Dave Whitney Ned Chatelain Board of Health Alewife All Access Bikeways Assessors Board of Public Works Agricultural Brewster Housing Authority CC Water Protection Collab. CC Technical Highschool Brewster Re-opening Barnstable County Energy Brewster Housing Partnership Capital Planning Chamber of Commerce Cable TV Brewster Re-opening Brewster Ladies Library Energy Drummer Boy Master Planning COVID Task Force CC& I Water Protection Fund Cemetery Finance Committee Historic Mill-sites Conservation Commission Charter Fire Historic District Committee Open Space COVID Task Force CPC Golf Human Services Recycling Commission Housing Trust COA Nauset Regional School Planning Board Water Commissioners Personnel Board Crosby Property Pathways Pleasant Bay Alliance Website Update Recreation Cultural Police Vision Planning Personnel Board ZBA Dog Park School WQRC Respectfully, Mary Chaffee, Chair Benjamin deRuyter, Vice Chair Cynthia Bingham, Clerk David Whitney Edward Chatelain 16 Report of the Town Administrator 2020 was a year unlike any other. The challenges of navigating through a global pandemic that impacted all of us on every level was simply unprecedented in modern times. Day after day for months on end, Town staff confronted uncertainty, adversity, and complexity and worked together to do our best by our residents. The important work of local government in delivering essential services had to continue on through the early days of widespread lockdowns. Of course, our first priority was the safety and well-being of our residents, staff, and business community. The Town took significant steps to ensure both the continuation of services and the safety of our community members. We were able to establish remote work methods, virtual meeting formats, and safety protocols within a relatively short time frame. Daily communication with the public was at the forefront of our efforts. Town Departments were able to quickly establish alternate methods of providing services, from Grab & Go Library Books to the delivery of hot meals and food to seniors in need, the entire organization stepped up. Mailboxes were quickly established outside of Town offices and our residents adjusted to remote services. The courage and commitment of our Health, Fire, and Police Departments are to be commended for their service on the front lines of the pandemic. By July, Town offices were re-opened on a limited basis and the Cape was dealing with a tremendous influx of visitors, eager to enjoy our ample natural resources. Managing the beach and recreational areas, including providing a fully remote permit program and establishing a Beach Ambassador program became top priorities. The Town also convened a local pandemic response coalition comprised of local business leaders, social service providers, and other community partners that met on a regular basis to share information and resources. I also served on the Cape Cod Regional Pandemic Task Force to coordinate our efforts across the Cape. In the summer of 2020, when the Select Board convened (remotely, of course) for their annual retreat, they identified the following pandemic- related goals as top priorities in their Strategic Plan: • Continue to deliver essential services to residents while reducing risk of coronavirus transmission in all municipal activities, properties, and facilities. • Communicate effectively with the public, town employees/volunteers, business community, and visitors about town policies/actions related to the pandemic. • Encourage and facilitate voting by mail for upcoming elections, and implement pandemic safety measures for in-person voting at elections and Town Meeting. • Determine and implement best approach to Board/Committee meetings. • Communicate and coordinate local response/recovery efforts with regional partners. • Continue to monitor and support employee wellness. These policy directives reflected our shared commitment to continue to lead the community through the pandemic. In September, the Town held our Annual Town Meeting, delayed from May, at the Stony Brook Whitecaps Field where almost 500 residents showed up to help keep the business of local government going. For many of us, it was the first time we had seen each other in a long time. We thank the community, Town staff and our local CERT volunteers for their efforts to hold this important event. Though the pandemic took precedence in our municipal work in 2020, we were still able to move forward some important local initiatives. The work of the Charter Committee, including public input sessions, went on throughout the year to create the Town’s first charter. The Town was able to accomplish most of our Green Community designation grant projects, making Town buildings more energy efficient. We created a new Natural 17 Resources Commission and adopted new financial policies. With Town assistance, Habitat for Humanity completed a 14-home community housing development on Paul Hush Way, welcoming new homeowners just in time for the holidays. There were many innovations and lessons learned that emerged as a result of the pandemic. We are committed to reviewing Town operations and carrying forward those new or modified services that have proven beneficial to our residents going forward. I want to profoundly thank the entire Town of Brewster staff and all of our volunteers who worked tirelessly during the past year under the most challenging of circumstances. While we remain vigilant, I look forward to turning to the many other initiatives that are important to our community in 2021. 18 Combined Balance Sheet - All Fund Types and Account Groupsas of June 30, 2020 FiduciaryAccountGovernmental Fund TypesProprietary Fund TypesFund TypesGroupsTotalsSpecialCapitalInternalTrust andLong-term(MemorandumGeneralRevenueProjectsEnterpriseServicesAgencyDebtOnly)ASSETSCash and cash equivalents8,849,880.529,607,736.121,481,359.553,719,813.1023,658,789.29Investments2,199,890.452,199,890.45Receivables:Personal property taxes11,341.9811,341.98Real estate taxes721,182.5620,379.13741,561.69Deferred taxes125,344.88125,344.88Allowance for abatements and exemptions(749,316.50)(749,316.50)Special assessments0.0025,414.22424,122.08449,536.30Tax liens385,944.3718,977.261,744.43406,666.06Tax foreclosures349,271.953,263.07352,535.02Motor vehicle excise277,524.80277,524.80Other excises2,202.002,202.00User fees285,474.21285,474.21Utility liens added to taxes150.00150.00Departmental0.00Other receivables687,060.95687,060.95Due from other governments0.00Due to/from other funds0.00Working deposit0.00Prepaids0.00Inventory0.00Fixed assets, net of accumulated depreciation0.00Amounts to be provided - payment of bonds23,280,200.0023,280,200.00Amounts to be provided - vacation/sick leave0.00 Total Assets9,973,526.569,961,244.012,594,287.010.000.005,919,703.5523,280,200.0051,728,961.13 TOWN OF BREWSTER, MASSACHUSETTS 19 LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITYLiabilities:Accounts payable0.00Warrants payable0.00Accrued payroll and withholdings350,540.50350,540.50Accrued claims payable156.3156.30IBNR0.00Other liabilities0.00Agency Funds81,406.4681,406.46Deferred revenue:Real and personal property taxes(16,791.96)20,379.133,587.17Deferred taxes125,344.88125,344.88Prepaid taxes/fees0.00Special assessments25,414.22424,122.08449,536.30Tax liens385,944.3710,378.761,744.43398,067.56Tax foreclosures349,271.953,263.07352,535.02Motor vehicle excise277,524.80277,524.80Other excises2,202.002,202.00User fees294,072.71294,072.71Utility liens added to taxes150.00150.00Departmental0.00Deposits receivable0.00Other receivables687,060.95687,060.95Due from other governments0.00Due to other governments0.00Due to/from other funds0.00Bonds payable23,280,200.0023,280,200.00Notes payable695,690.00890,417.001,586,107.00Vacation and sick leave liability0.00 Total Liabilities1,474,342.841,049,197.892,003,344.460.000.0081,406.4623,280,200.0027,888,491.65Fund Equity:Reserved for encumbrances795,098.3322,108.61817,206.94Reserved for expenditures0.00Reserved for continuing appropriations2,724,914.062,243,151.60665,900.225,633,965.88Reserved for petty cash650.00200.00850.00Reserved for appropriation deficit0.00Reserved for snow and ice deficit0.00Reserved for COVID-19 deficit0.00Reserved for debt service0.00Reserved for premiums208,061.19238,349.21446,410.40Reserved for working deposit0.00Reserved Fund Balance CPA1,035,489.001,035,489.00Undesignated fund balance4,770,460.145,611,096.91(313,306.88)5,838,297.0915,906,547.26Unreserved retained earnings0.00Investment in capital assets0.00 Total Fund Equity8,499,183.728,912,046.12590,942.550.000.005,838,297.090.0023,840,469.48 Total Liabilities and Fund Equity9,973,526.569,961,244.012,594,287.010.000.005,919,703.5523,280,200.0051,728,961.1320 Town of Brewster, Massachusetts RECEIPTS Fiscal Year - July 1, 2018- June 30, 2020 GENERAL FUND REVENUES: TAXES: Personal Property 470,268.00 Real Estate 34,457,556.00 Excise Taxes 1,509,619.00 Penalties and Interest 84,056.00 In Lieu of Taxes 6,884.00 Hotel/Room Tax 1,527,916.00 Meal Excise 171,158.00 Boat Excise 8,823.00 Tax Liens Redeemed 29,882.00 Total Taxes 38,266,162.00 LOCAL RECEIPTS: Solid Waste Fees 538,362.00 Other Fees 113,122.00 Rentals 72,862.00 Departmental Revenue 150,362.00 Licenses & Permits 883,007.00 Fine & Forfeitures 34,609.00 Earnings on Investments 126,679.00 Court Fines 0.00 Medicare/Medicaid Reimbursements 29,345.00 Misc. Non-Recurring 67,495.00 Total Local Receipts 2,015,843.00 STATE REVENUE - Cherry Sheet Exemptions: Vets, Blind, SS, Elderly 56,081.00 State Owned Land 315,704.00 Unrestricted General Gov't Aid 419,274.00 Veterans Benefits 65,189.00 School-Aid-Chapter 70 1,012,212.00 Total State Revenue 1,868,460.00 Transfers From Other Funds 1,432,848.76 GRAND TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES 43,583,313.76 21 DEPARTMENT NAME EXPENSE TYPE FY20 BUDGET EXPENDED ENDING BALANCE MODERATOR PERSONAL SERVICES 300.00 -300.00 0.00 SELECTMEN / TOWN ADMINISTRATION PERSONAL SERVICES 437,987.38 -418,641.21 19,346.17 SELECTMEN / TOWN ADMINISTRATION PURCHASE OF SERVICES 1,093,697.46 -388,751.77 704,945.69 SELECTMEN / TOWN ADMINISTRATION SUPPLIES 16,043.25 -6,910.60 9,132.65 SELECTMEN / TOWN ADMINISTRATION OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 23,550.00 -9,034.74 14,515.26 GREENHEAD FLY INTERGOVERNMENTAL 1,750.00 -1,750.00 0.00 FINANCE COMMITTEE PERSONAL SERVICES 4,700.00 -3,715.30 984.70 FINANCE COMMITTEE OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 0.00 -326.90 -326.90 RESERVE FUND OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 100,000.00 0.00 100,000.00 ACCOUNTANT PERSONAL SERVICES 188,757.00 -189,801.13 -1,044.13 ACCOUNTANT PURCHASE OF SERVICES 36,500.00 -29,725.00 6,775.00 ACCOUNTANT SUPPLIES 800.00 -664.80 135.20 ACCOUNTANT OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 4,265.00 -1,282.56 2,982.44 ASSESSOR PERSONAL SERVICES 117,807.00 -117,806.36 0.64 ASSESSOR PURCHASE OF SERVICES 7,000.00 -3,514.10 3,485.90 ASSESSOR SUPPLIES 3,000.00 -194.99 2,805.01 ASSESSOR OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 2,500.00 -864.06 1,635.94 REVALUATION PURCHASE OF SERVICES 160,000.00 -46,500.00 113,500.00 TREASURERCOLLECTOR PERSONAL SERVICES 250,870.00 -251,752.11 -882.11 TREASURERCOLLECTOR PURCHASE OF SERVICES 19,750.42 -7,651.04 12,099.38 TREASURERCOLLECTOR SUPPLIES 1,400.00 -674.04 725.96 TREASURERCOLLECTOR OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 15,745.00 -6,160.10 9,584.90 TREASURERCOLLECTOR CAPITAL OUTLAY 100.00 -1,996.00 -1,896.00 LEGAL EXPENSE PURCHASE OF SERVICES 191,517.15 -97,963.79 93,553.36 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PERSONAL SERVICES 101,896.00 -101,895.52 0.48 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PURCHASE OF SERVICES 182,641.48 -152,319.20 30,322.28 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPLIES 6,500.00 -4,115.32 2,384.68 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAPITAL OUTLAY 64,000.00 0.00 64,000.00 CLERK PERSONAL SERVICES 153,157.00 -146,568.88 6,588.12 CLERK PURCHASE OF SERVICES 14,935.00 -13,451.58 1,483.42 CLERK SUPPLIES 5,975.00 -3,781.58 2,193.42 CLERK OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 2,715.00 -837.56 1,877.44 REGISTRAR PERSONAL SERVICES 9,000.00 -6,853.95 2,146.05 PLANNING PERSONAL SERVICES 174,472.19 -167,628.02 6,844.17 PLANNING PURCHASE OF SERVICES 500.00 -308.28 191.72 PLANNING SUPPLIES 500.00 -223.78 276.22 PLANNING OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 1,000.00 -674.15 325.85 PUBLIC BUILDINGS PERSONAL SERVICES 135,763.00 -135,600.70 162.30 PUBLIC BUILDINGS PURCHASE OF SERVICES 15,760.68 -7,861.26 7,899.42 PUBLIC BUILDINGS SUPPLIES 8,000.00 -7,717.02 282.98 PUBLIC BUILDINGS CAPITAL OUTLAY 213,700.00 -43,105.63 170,594.37 TOTAL GENERAL GOVERNMENT 3,768,555.01 -2,378,923.03 1,389,631.98 POLICE SALARY & WAGES 2,702,091.00 -2,590,311.32 111,779.68 POLICE PURCHASE OF SERVICES 106,346.00 -64,717.07 41,628.93 POLICE PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 58,132.00 -56,203.71 1,928.29 POLICE OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 25,322.00 -15,562.47 9,759.53 POLICE CAPITAL OUTLAY 155,710.81 -5,783.02 149,927.79 FIRE / RESCUE SALARY & WAGES 2,108,680.08 -1,884,795.48 223,884.60 FIRE / RESCUE PURCHASE OF SERVICES 242,730.79 -191,308.81 51,421.98 FIRE / RESCUE PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 372,839.87 -97,090.53 275,749.34 FIRE / RESCUE OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 24,235.37 -4,486.40 19,748.97 FIRE / RESCUE CAPITAL OUTLAY 256,000.00 -250,031.02 5,968.98 BUILDING INSPECTOR SALARY & WAGES 413,583.00 -400,173.86 13,409.14 BUILDING INSPECTOR PURCHASE OF SERVICES 3,150.00 -1,595.00 1,555.00 BUILDING INSPECTOR PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 1,200.00 -559.45 640.55 BUILDING INSPECTOR OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 1,675.00 -1,424.74 250.26 NATURAL RESOURCES & CONSERVATION SALARY & WAGES 354,467.00 -344,453.31 10,013.69 NATURAL RESOURCES & CONSERVATION PURCHASE OF SERVICES 472,863.05 -213,334.26 259,528.79 NATURAL RESOURCES & CONSERVATION PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 68,250.00 -40,460.06 27,789.94 NATURAL RESOURCES & CONSERVATION OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 19,264.00 -19,319.59 -55.59 NATURAL RESOURCES & CONSERVATION CAPITAL OUTLAY 13,860.00 -2,300.00 11,560.00 ALEWIVES COMMITTEE SALARY & WAGES 3,450.00 -2,520.81 929.19 ALEWIVES COMMITTEE OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 900.00 -31.96 868.04 TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY & PROTECTION 7,404,749.97 -6,186,462.87 1,218,287.10 STONY BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PERSONAL SERVICES 284,753.22 -2,799,862.48 -2,515,109.26 STONY BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PURCHASE OF SERVICES 4,500.00 0.00 4,500.00 STONY BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 3,961,799.97 -1,109,270.26 2,852,529.71 STONY BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAPITAL OUTLAY 25,000.00 0.00 25,000.00 STONY BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OTHER FINANCING USES 0.00 -25,000.00 -25,000.00 NAUSET REGIONAL ASSESSMENTS INTERGOVERNMENTAL 10,935,110.00 -10,935,110.00 0.00 NAUSET REGIONAL ASSESSMENTS CAPITAL OUTLAY 27,127.94 -6,984.76 20,143.18 NAUSET REGIONAL ASSESSMENTS OTHER CAPITAL OUTLAYCONSTRUCT 6,901.52 -6,901.52 0.00 CAPE COD TECH ASSESSMENTS INTERGOVERNMENTAL 1,242,992.00 -1,242,992.00 0.00 THE EDDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PERSONAL SERVICES 310,559.87 -2,771,290.24 -2,460,730.37 THE EDDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 3,849,548.72 -979,604.18 2,869,944.54 TOTAL EDUCATION 20,648,293.24 -19,877,015.44 771,277.80 FISCAL YEAR July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020 TOWN OF BREWSTER, MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES 22 D.P.W.PERSONAL SERVICES 1,260,122.00 -1,200,340.76 59,781.24 D.P.W.PURCHASE OF SERVICES 898,883.93 -348,385.81 550,498.12 D.P.W.SUPPLIES 139,164.00 -100,555.39 38,608.61 D.P.W.OTHER CHARGES AND EXPENDITURES 3,500.00 -3,134.75 365.25 D.P.W.CAPITAL OUTLAY 546,467.17 -300,735.23 245,731.94 D.P.W.OTHER CAPITAL OUTLAYCONSTRUCT 114,524.00 -29,058.20 85,465.80 STREET LIGHTING PURCHASE OF SERVICES 5,790.00 -4,017.14 1,772.86 CEMETERY CAPITAL OUTLAY 20,225.00 -250.00 19,975.00 UTILITIES Selectmen 490.00 -158.08 331.92 UTILITIES Town Hall Maint 9,500.00 -8,521.20 978.80 UTILITIES Drummer Boy 350.00 -228.22 121.78 UTILITIES PURCHASE OF SERVICES 172,915.00 -190,509.12 -17,594.12 UTILITIES Police Dept 59,500.00 -43,631.99 15,868.01 UTILITIES Fire Dept 9,000.00 0.00 9,000.00 UTILITIES Natural Resources 7,900.00 -11,293.46 -3,393.46 UTILITIES SUPPLIES 104,500.00 -104,791.38 -291.38 UTILITIES DPW 26,326.00 -23,778.15 2,547.85 UTILITIES Old Town Hall COA 7,450.00 -6,179.41 1,270.59 UTILITIES Ladies Library 28,000.00 -21,347.14 6,652.86 UTILITIES Historical Society 1,700.00 -266.67 1,433.33 UTILITIES Old Mill Sites 330.00 -211.62 118.38 TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS 3,416,637.10 -2,397,393.72 1,019,243.38 BOARD OF HEALTH SALARY & WAGES 233,925.00 -237,426.00 -3,501.00 BOARD OF HEALTH PURCHASE OF SERVICES 22,593.00 -21,478.40 1,114.60 BOARD OF HEALTH PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 400.00 -262.51 137.49 BOARD OF HEALTH OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 2,525.00 -1,629.34 895.66 BOARD OF HEALTH CAPITAL OUTLAY 450.00 0.00 450.00 COUNCIL ON AGING SALARY & WAGES 316,235.00 -301,404.74 14,830.26 COUNCIL ON AGING PURCHASE OF SERVICES 13,490.00 -13,022.47 467.53 COUNCIL ON AGING PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 3,250.00 -2,823.97 426.03 COUNCIL ON AGING OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 10,450.00 -3,932.35 6,517.65 OLD TOWN HALL MAINT COA PURCHASE OF SERVICES 2,100.00 -2,100.00 0.00 VETERANS SERVICES INTERGOVERNMENTAL 28,967.00 -28,966.65 0.35 VETERANS SERVICES OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 92,224.71 -90,340.40 1,884.31 LOCAL FUNDING - PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PURCHASE OF SERVICES 128,634.00 -124,134.00 4,500.00 TOTAL HUMAN SERVICES 855,243.71 -827,520.83 27,722.88 BREWSTER LADIES LIBRARY SALARY & WAGES 483,267.00 -462,247.95 21,019.05 BREWSTER LADIES LIBRARY PURCHASE OF SERVICES 83,322.52 -77,057.15 6,265.37 BREWSTER LADIES LIBRARY PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES 21,000.00 -14,822.55 6,177.45 BREWSTER LADIES LIBRARY OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 80,285.00 -70,476.39 9,808.61 BREWSTER LADIES LIBRARY CAPITAL OUTLAY 30,000.00 -30,000.00 0.00 RECREATION SALARY & WAGES 189,489.00 -179,615.65 9,873.35 RECREATION PURCHASE OF SERVICES 7,845.00 -4,037.30 3,807.70 RECREATION OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 1,150.00 -594.79 555.21 LOCAL FUNDING - CULTURE & RECREATION PURCHASE OF SERVICES 30,500.00 -30,500.00 0.00 HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE INTERGOVERNMENTAL 9,950.00 -9,950.00 0.00 MEMORIALVETERANS DAY OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 1,500.00 0.00 1,500.00 ARTS COUNCIL OTHER CHARGES & EXPENDITURES 600.00 -600.00 0.00 ARTS COUNCIL 1,500.00 -1,500.00 0.00 OLD MILL SITES COMMITTEE SALARY & WAGES 700.00 -527.00 173.00 OLD MILL SITES COMMITTEE PURCHASE OF SERVICES 1,800.00 -1,960.74 -160.74 TOTAL CULTURE & RECREATION 942,908.52 -883,889.52 59,019.00 DEBT SERVICE PURCHASE OF SERVICES 2,288,229.00 -2,258,832.18 29,396.82 TOTAL DEBT 2,288,229.00 -2,258,832.18 29,396.82 LOCAL ASSESSMENTS & CHARGES INTERGOVERNMENTAL 15,840.00 -15,840.00 0.00 STATE COUNTY ASSESSMENTS INTERGOVERNMENTAL 626,188.00 -626,188.00 0.00 TOTAL ASSESSMENTS 642,028.00 -642,028.00 0.00 FRINGE BENEFITS RETIREMENT / PENSION 2,133,851.00 -2,075,362.00 58,489.00 FRINGE BENEFITS HEALTH INSURANCE 3,775,350.58 -3,287,825.64 487,524.94 FRINGE BENEFITS LIFE INSURANCE 7,065.00 -6,395.11 669.89 FRINGE BENEFITS MEDICARE TAX 214,646.00 -203,531.91 11,114.09 FRINGE BENEFITS UNEMPLOYMENT & OTHER 75,570.00 -38,308.00 37,262.00 FRINGE BENEFITS LIABILITY INSURANCE 485,000.00 -464,105.20 20,894.80 TOTAL INSURANCE & BENEFITS 6,691,482.58 -6,075,527.86 615,954.72 TRANSFERS TO OTHER FUNDS TRANSFER TO CAPITAL PROJECTS 362,133.00 -362,133.00 0.00 TRANSFERS TO OTHER FUNDS TRANSFER TO HOUSING TRUST 100,000.00 -100,000.00 0.00 TRANSFERS TO OTHER FUNDS TRANSFER TO OPEB 200,000.00 -200,000.00 0.00 TOTAL TRANSFERS 662,133.00 -662,133.00 0.00 23 Town of Brewster, Massachusetts Special Revenue Fund Balance Detail As of June 30, 2020 \ FUND NAME FUND BALANCE School Lunch -Stony & Eddy $14,936.48 CC5 Educational Mini-Grant FY14 - Supplies $1,764.65 CC5 Educational Mini Grant - Supplies FY14 $3,505.02 Friends of Pleasant Bay Grant Habitat Science Study - Other Chgs $5,762.76 Big Yellow School Bus - Special Events $50 Gifts Donations Contract Services $8,747.09 Gifts Donations Contract Services $14,731.02 Unicycle - Wages $1,679.92 Garden Club Educational Grant - Supplies $234.03 Garden Club Educational Grant - Supplies $864.94 Elem School Building Use $14,321.42 Bldg Rental - YMCA $36,046.82 Community Preservation Act $3,069,684.14 Covid19 Related Regular Wages-FEMA $-992.26 Covid19 Related Overtime Wages-FEMA $-26,744.24 Covid-19 Related Expenses- FEMA $-106,899.98 Covid19 Related Overtime -CARES Act $-3,103.30 Covid19 Related Expenses - CARES Act $76,811.12 Pathways Grant- Bnstbl County $90.78 Wellness Grant - Other ChargesExpenses $434.83 Cape Cod Commission - Other Charges $5,576.20 Supplemental AFG Fed Grant: Covid19 Expenses $-17,475.88 Punkhorn Land Management - Bnstbl Cty - Wages $306.19 Punkhorn Wildfire Mitigation Grant - Contract Services $2,881.78 Grant: Nutrition For the Elderly - Elder Svc of CC & Islands $555.65 Eddy Foundation Grant - Library Design/Planning $3,838.62 Cultural Council State Grant - Other Charges $3,153.25 MTC Clean Energy Choice - Solar Panel Installation $21,320.00 Cape Cod Tornado Reserve Fund $17,710.00 Comm Compact Grant- HR Audit $15,000.00 Brewster Woods Project Expenses- State Grant $-4,480.00 MVP Planning Grant - Professional Exp $310 Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant Expenses $-8,443.50 Student Awareness Fire Ed - Wages $3,045.86 Senior S.A.F.E. Grant - Wages $1,406.00 Munic Waste Redution Grant - Compost Bins 11 cubic foot $237.4 Munic Waste Reduction Grant - Rain Barrels $64.8 Munic Waste Reduction Grant - Compost Bins 30 cubic foot $1,123.20 Kitchen Scrap Bucket - Supplies $100 FY16 Sustainable Materials Grant - Other Charges - DEP $18,055.70 Septic Repair Program Grant - Other Chgs $9,422.19 Elder Services Transportation Grant - Reimb - Mileage $1,074.24 FY17 Nonresident Circulation Grant $1,276.42 FY19 Library Incentive Grant $17,000.86 FY19 Municipal Equalization Grant $2,355.30 24 FY19 Nonresident Circulation Grant $5,993.44 FY18 Library Incentive Grant $6,685.14 FY18 Municipal Equalization Grant $1,554.28 FY18 Nonresident Circulation Grant $4,229.98 Septic Betterment- Committed Interest- Other Charges $4,357.29 Septic Loan Paid in Advance $5,527.13 Special Assessment Septic Betterment Other Expenses $15,032.63 Cultural Council Interest Expense $2,138.11 Cultural Council Gifts Donations $170.19 SEPTIC GRANTLOAN PAYBACK IMPROVEMENTS CAPITAL OUTLAY $21,812.80 Nutrition Program for Elderly $825 Telecommunications $302,087.70 Brew Run - Gift - Overtime $17.4 Foreclosure PropertiesConservation Trust - Professional Expense $8,755.11 Private Rd Maint - Other Charges/Expenses $420 Circuit Breaker - SPED - State Aid - Other ChargesExp $167,312.02 Pond Monitoring Program - Equip $2,663.11 GIFT - OPEN SPACELAND BANK SUPPLIES SUPPLIES $393 Gift - Xmas Tree-Herring Run $2,175.00 Crosby Ramp Other Expenses $1,000.00 Other Charges - GiftsDonations - Memorial $752.04 OCEAN EDGE - MEPA SECTION 61 $14,532.61 Gifts Donations /Crosby Linnell Landing State Property Development Plan $350 Gift - Dog Park Design $104 Gift from BCT- Expenses for 106 McGuerty Road $25,763.75 Animal Welfare Gift - Kennel Boarding Costs $6,799.46 Gifts & Donations $2,338.98 Natural Resources - Gift Acct - Misc Expenses $8,041.35 Gifts Donations - Wood for Swap Shop $644.07 GIFT ACCT - COA - 61702 Expenses $119,030.12 Skippers - Supplies $2,802.13 Breakfast with Santa - Other ChargesExpense $2,020.01 Professional Development Expenses $1,274.69 Crosby Mansion Gifts & Donations $1,684.01 GIFTS DONATIONS CONTRACTED SERVICES PURCHASE OF SERVICES $20,790.98 Recreation: Seasonal Programs $101,899.35 Crosby: Wages $39,149.28 Waterways RRFA Fund- Trans to General Fund $24,701.02 Transfer to General Fund - Brewster Memorial Cemetery - OFU $16,179.17 Conservation - Wetland Protection - Consultant/ Prof Svcs $17,826.29 TNC RRFA - Road Improvements $2,972.31 Wetland Filing Fee - Prof Tech $54,213.89 Cable Franchise Fee - Transfer to General Fund $392,789.70 Ambulance $2,005,522.11 Golf Special Revenue Fund $123,527.00 Water Special Revenue Fund $2,165,848.95 Total $8,912,046.12 25 Town of Brewster, Massachusetts Capital Project Fund Balance Detail As of June 30, 2020 FUND NAME FUND BALANCE Chapter 90 Mass DOT $-57,846.92 A 1.a STM 11/17 - Coastal Resource Management Plan $4,146.37 A3 2a. STM 11/17 - Road Maintenance / Drainage $5,834.08 A3 3b. STM 11/17 Emergency Management Expense $6,669.32 A3 5a. STM 11/17 Sign Replacements $7,763.34 A8 ATM 5/16 Capital - Water Resource Management Plan $2,502.57 A3 STM 5/19 Fuel Depot - Engineer/Design & Construct $-412,880.76 A92 586 LAND ACQ LAND ACQUISITION CAPITAL OUTLAY $3,071.86 A64 588 COVE ROAD LAND ACQUISITION CAPITAL OUTLAY $15,000.00 A 30 ATM 507 Fiddlers Lane - Water Bttmt - Construction $11,641.61 A23 ATM 501 SLOUGH RD-WTRMAIN WATER MAIN EXTENSION $63,380.27 Cranview Rd - Water Main Extention A30 ATM 506 $69,951.43 A15 STM 1100 SEARS RD-WTRBTMT WATER MAIN EXTENSION $4,398.89 MAPLE LANE - WATER BTTMT WATER MAIN EXTENSION $1,952.28 A10 4a ATM 5/18 Construction Acct/Bldgs $3,490.42 A10 ATM 5/19 Captl - Roof Repairs - Stony Brook School $3,805.43 A10 ATM 5/19 Captl - Exterior/Interior Painting Stony & Eddy $7,661.95 A10 ATM 5/19 Captl - Technology Upgrades & Improvements $5,777.52 A10 ATM 5/19 Captl - NRSD Capital $73,848.70 Road Betterments $368,198.42 A19 ATM 5/15 PRB Moss Commons & Magnet - Improvements $34,612.00 A20 ATM 5/15 PRB Tower Hill Cr - Improvements $161,921.26 A16 ATM 5/18 North Pond Drive Improvements $-99,453.00 A20 ATM 5/16 Leona Terrace - Construction Improvements $41,490.00 ATM 5/2017 A10a. Scada Replacement Project $12,282.09 Bond Premium $33,131.77 Issuance Costs $786.26 A10 2a ATM 5/18 Dump Truck $-201,695.00 A5 STM 12/3/18 Tritown Demo - Asbestos removal demo & site restoration $-121,962.92 A2 STM 9-2-15 Captl - Parking Lot Improvement Project $25,218.73 A30 ATM 5/15 Road Repair/Resurfacing (debt excl) - Improvements $516,244.58 Total $590,942.55 26 Town of Brewster, Massachusetts Trust Fund Balance Detail As of June 30, 2020 FUND NAME FUND BALANCE Workers Comp Police Fire $26,645.24 OPEB $2,199,890.45 Brewster Covid19 Relief Trust $26,438.20 Brewster Affordable Housing Trust $571,677.33 Law Enforcement Trust $11,426.48 Samuel Hall Perpetual Care $735.88 E.C.Ahlberg Perpetual Care $1,104.17 William Gray Perpetual Care $10,848.09 Alice Drown Perpetual Care $735.58 Agnes Montgomery PerpetualCare $735.58 Sears Cemetary Perpetual Care $3,474.19 Dean Sears $360.32 Homer Clark PerpetualCare $3,849.06 Fred Nickerson PerpetualCare $1,841.32 Foster Pine Grove Cemetary $111,130.56 Brewster Memorial Perpetual Care $8,025.00 Needy Sick Children $5,483.18 Irving G Cummings $27,997.58 Nickerson-Olmsted $1,766.41 111F Injured on Duty $71,129.28 A116 585 Pension Fund $114.09 Conservation $13,126.13 Stabilization $2,535,241.42 C Ellis Scholarship $27,703.28 Youth of the Year Scholarship $24,379.44 Ouimet Scholarship $2,051.00 Samuel Hall Perpetual Care $200 E.C.Ahlberg Perpetual Care $300 William Gray Perpetual Care $3,000.00 Alice Drown Perpetual Care $200 Agnes Montgomery PerpetualCare $200 Sears Cemetary Perpetual Care $1,000.00 Dean Sears $100 Homer Clark PerpetualCare $1,000.00 Fred Nickerson PerpetualCare $500 Foster Pine Grove Cemetary $59,025.33 Brewster Memorial Perpetual Care $84,862.50 Total 5,838,297.09 27 Town of Brewster, Massachusetts Agency Fund Detail As of June 30, 2020 FUND BALANCE FUND BALANCE Due to Registry $14 Pro Shop Sales Tax Firearms Record Trust $3,600.00 School Meals Tax Sales Tax Golf Due Deputy - Collected Fees $58 Special Detail Police Detail $-53,019.65 Fire Detail $1,000.00 Special Detail $9,424.70 White Rock Performance Bond $16,131.35 Other Performance Bonds $94,087.80 Planning Escrows $2,880.26 Cape Grow $7,230.00 Haven Center Natures Alternative Total $81,406.46 28 Report of the Town Collector THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS WERE PAID TO THE TREASURER IN FY 2020: Real Estate (net of refunds) Year Amounts Totals 2020 $34,140,281.65 2019 $316,768.80 $34,457,050.45 Community Preservation Act (net of refunds) 2020 $1,026,280.82 2019 $8,732.70 $1,035,013.52 Personal Property (net of refunds) 2020 $467,570.49 2019 $2,476.81 2018 $126.22 Prior Years $94.22 $470,267.74 Motor Vehicle Excise (net of refunds) 2020 $1,285,286.66 2019 $208,494.84 2018 $12,509.93 Prior Years $3,327.31 $1,509,618.74 Boat Excise (net of refunds) 2020 $8,317.00 Prior Years $506.00 $8,823.00 Liens Water Liens Added to Taxes $12,167.45 Water Lien Charges Added to Taxes $900.00 Apportioned Water Betterments $6,583.26 Water Betterment Committed Interest $730.08 Apportioned Road Betterments $60,081.87 Road Betterment Committed Interest $20,434.28 Apportioned Septic Betterments $7,138.25 Septic Betterment Committed Interest $1,751.59 Road Betterment Paid in Advance $16,546.97 Road Betterment CI Paid in Advance $572.75 Septic Betterment Paid in Advance $2,479.25 Septic Betterment CI Paid in Advance $55.38 Water Betterment Paid in Advance $3,030.65 Water Betterment CI Paid in Advance $117.72 $132,589.50 Other Miscellaneous Municipal Lien Certificates $16,100.00 Interest and Charges $83,179.54 $99,279.54 Grand Total $37,712,642.49 29 OUTSTANDING TAXES AND LIENS AS OF 06/30/2020: Real Estate Year Amounts Total 2020 $685,582.47 2019 $35,600.09 $721,182.56 Community Preservation Act 2020 $19,450.05 2019 $929.08 $20,379.13 Personal Property 2020 $9,504.34 2019 $502.50 2018 $433.07 2017 $223.96 Prior Years $678.11 $11,341.98 Water Liens 2020 $264.22 2019 $634.01 $898.23 Water Lien Charges 2020 $50.00 2019 $100.00 $150.00 Road Betterments 2020 $263.75 $263.75 Road Betterment Interest 2020 $52.75 $52.75 Boat Excise 2020 $1,112.00 2019 $332.00 2018 $210.00 2017 $208.00 Prior Years $340.00 $2,202.00 Motor Vehicle Excise 2020 $185,445.36 2019 $20,791.76 2018 $8,613.19 2017 $9,745.33 Prior Years $52,929.16 $277,524.80 Grand Total $1,033,995.20 Respectfully submitted, Lisa L. Vitale Treasurer/Collector 30 Report of the Town Treasurer Cash as of July 1, 2019 Receipts from Departments $ 26,462,949.69 Tax Collector $ 37,712,642.49 Golf Course $ 3,753,638.61 State Aid $ 5,585,452.29 Water Department $ 2,580,272.63 Other Departments/Sources $ 12,884,625.26 $ 62,516,631.28 Interest Earned General Fund $ 130,804.49 Trust & Special Funds $ 147,416.10 $ 278,220.59 Disbursements $ 62,214,576.92 Cash as of June 30, 2020 $ 27,043,224.64 Tax Title/Deferral Balance as of July 1, 2019 $ 513,398.95 Total Payments Redemptions $ 30,093.77 Interest, Charges & Fees $ 3,484.26 $ 33,578.03 Accounts Foreclosed or Disclaimed/Vacated $ 25,446.17 Amounts Added Additional Tax Title $ 57,284.56 Additional Deferrals $ 16,867.37 $ 74,151.93 Balance as of June 30, 2020 Tax Title Accounts $ 406,666.06 Elderly Tax Deferrals $ 125,344.88 $ 532,010.94 31 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Road Betterment Assessment Program Standish Heights Amount borrowed $237,000.00 on 06/30/2011 at 3.836248% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 06/15/2012 $27,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2013 $25,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2014 $25,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2015 $25,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2016 $25,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2017 $25,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2018 $25,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2019 $20,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2020 $20,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2021 $20,000.00 Hazel Lane Amount borrowed $87,880.00 on 06/30/2011 at 3.836248% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 06/15/2012 $12,880.00 Paid Due 06/15/2013 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2014 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2015 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2016 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2017 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2018 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2019 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2020 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2021 $5,000.00 Prell Circle Amount borrowed $67,331.00 on 06/15/2014 at 2.7989690% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 06/15/2015 $12,331.00 Paid Due 06/15/2016 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2017 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2018 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2019 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2020 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2021 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2022 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2023 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2024 $5,000.00 32 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Road Betterment Assessment Program Allen Drive Amount borrowed $83,185.00 on 06/15/2014 at 2.7989690% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 06/15/2015 $13,185.00 Paid Due 06/15/2016 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2017 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2018 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2019 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2020 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2021 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2022 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2023 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2024 $5,000.00 South Pond Drive/Captain Fitts Road Amount borrowed $122,354.00 on 03/01/2016 at 1.900422% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 03/01/2017 $12,354.00 Paid Due 03/01/2018 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/01/2019 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/01/2020 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/01/2021 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2022 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2023 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2024 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2025 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2026 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2027 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2028 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2029 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2030 $5,000.00 33 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Road Betterment Assessment Program Ebenezer Lane Amount borrowed $104,720.00 on 03/01/2016 at 1.900422% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 03/01/2017 $14,720.00 Paid Due 03/01/2018 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/01/2019 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/01/2020 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/01/2021 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2022 $10,000.00 Due 03/01/2023 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2024 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2025 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2026 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2027 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2028 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2029 $5,000.00 Due 03/01/2030 $5,000.00 Tower Hill Circle Amount borrowed $226,769.00 on 05/03/2017 at 2.0198317% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 05/01/2018 $21,769.00 Paid Due 05/01/2019 $20,000.00 Paid Due 05/01/2020 $20,000.00 Paid Due 05/01/2021 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2022 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2023 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2024 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2025 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2026 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2027 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2028 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2029 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2030 $15,000.00 Due 05/01/2031 $15,000.00 34 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Road Betterment Assessment Program Moss Lane/Commons Way Amount borrowed $76,649.00 on 05/03/2017 at 2.0264961% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 05/01/2018 $11,649.00 Paid Due 05/01/2019 $5,000.00 Paid Due 05/01/2020 $5,000.00 Paid Due 05/01/2021 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2022 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2023 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2024 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2025 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2026 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2027 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2028 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2029 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2030 $5,000.00 Due 05/01/2031 $5,000.00 Leona Terrace Amount borrowed $105,000.00 on 03/15/2018 at 2.867% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 03/15/2019 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/15/2020 $10,000.00 Paid Due 03/15/2021 $10,000.00 Due 03/15/2022 $10,000.00 Due 03/15/2023 $10,000.00 Due 03/15/2024 $10,000.00 Due 03/15/2025 $10,000.00 Due 03/15/2026 $5,000.00 Due 03/15/2027 $5,000.00 Due 03/15/2028 $5,000.00 Due 03/15/2029 $5,000.00 Due 03/15/2030 $5,000.00 Due 03/15/2031 $5,000.00 Due 03/15/2032 $5,000.00 35 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Water Betterment Assessment Program Fiddlers Lane Amount borrowed $96,000.00 on 06/15/2007 at 4.4858575% interest. General Obligation Bond Due 06/15/2008 $11,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2009 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2010 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2011 $10,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2012 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2013 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2014 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2015 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2016 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2017 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2018 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2019 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2020 $5,000.00 Paid Due 06/15/2021 $5,000.00 Due 06/15/2022 $5,000.00 36 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) BONDS FISCAL 2020 GOLF COURSE BOND Loan dated 06 -15-98 for $9,870,000.00 at 4.74% interest to the year 2020 Refinanced on 03-15-07 at 4.000% interest to the year 2020 Interest paid this year $ 30,800.00 Principal paid this year $ 770,000.00 Balance due on loan $ - Balance of interest $ - MULTI PURPOSE BOND #5 (Police, Water Treatment, Telemetry) Loan dated 03-01-00 for $6,670,000.00 at 5.510993% interest to the year 2020 Refinanced on 03-15-07 at 4.000% interest to the year 2020 Interest paid this year $ 12,400.00 Principal paid this year $ 310,000.00 Balance due on loan $ - Balance of interest $ - SEPTIC LOAN BOND #1 interest to the year 2021 Loan dated 09-14-98 for $197,403.08 at 0.00% Interest paid this year $ - Principal paid this year $ 10,400.00 Balance due on loan $ 10,200.00 Balance of interest $ - SEPTIC LOAN BOND #2 Loan dated 08-01-02 for $200,000.00 at 0.00% interest to the year 2025 Interest paid this year $ - Principal paid this year $ 10,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 40,000.00 Balance of interest $ - MULTI PURPOSE BOND #7 (Water Betterment-Slough Rd, Land Purchase-Jolly Whaler, Road Betterments-Kings Grant & Barons Way) Loan dated 09-01-05 for $2,972,000.00 at 3.636967% interest to the year 2026 Interest paid this year $ 12,945.00 Principal paid this year $ 95,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 270,000.00 Balance of interest $ 27,520.00 37 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) BONDS FISCAL 2020 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #8 (Water Betterment-Fiddlers Lane, Land Purchase-BBJ, Road Betterments-Herringbrook Lane & Fiddlers Lanes) Loan dated 06-15-07 for $2,901,000.00 at 4.4858575% interest to the year 2027 Interest paid this year $ 41,585.00 Principal paid this year $ 135,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 795,000.00 Balance of interest $ 131,720.00 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #9 (Water Department Facility, Road Betterments-Muskrat Lane/Beaver Road & Old Valley Road) Loan dated 06-15-08 for $2,731,000.00 at 3.958408% interest to the year 2028 Interest paid this year $ 44,960.00 Principal paid this year $ 125,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 975,000.00 Balance of interest $ 180,360.00 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #10 (Land Acquisition-Punkhorn, Road Betterments-Standish Heights & Hazel Lane) Loan dated 06-30-11 for $999,880.00 at 3.836248% interest to the year 2031 Interest paid this year $ 18,182.50 Principal paid this year $ 60,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 385,000.00 Balance of interest $ 92,812.50 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #11 (Land Acquisition-Freemans Way, Road Betterments-Allen Drive & Prell Circle, Water Pump Station and Water Main) Loan dated 06-15-14 for $3,489,113.00 at 2.7989690% interest to the year 2034 Interest paid this year $ 78,800.00 Principal paid this year $ 185,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 2,355,000.00 Balance of interest $ 549,700.00 38 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) BONDS FISCAL 2020 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #12 (Eddy School Roof Renovation, Town of Brewster Road Repairs, Road Betterments-South Pond Drive, Captain Fitts Road & Ebenezer Lane, Well Access Road & Route 6A Water Main Project) Loan dated 03-01-16 for $6,250,291.00 at 1.900422% interest to the year 2036 Interest paid this year $ 150,525.00 Principal paid this year $ 375,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 4,730,000.00 Balance of interest $ 871,625.00 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #13 (Fire Station Project, Town of Brewster Road Repairs, Library Parking Lot, Road Betterments-Tower Hill Circle, Moss/Commons/Magnet) Loan dated 05-03-17 for $9,349,000.00 at 2.3178863% interest to the year 2037 Interest paid this year $ 282,710.0 0 Principal paid this year $ 535,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 7,735,000.00 Balance of interest $ 1,839,302.50 MULTI PURPOSE BOND #14 (Fire Station Project, Tri-Town Septage Treatment Facility, Road Betterments-Leona Terrace) Loan dated 03-15-18 for $6,740,000.00 at 2.867% interest to the year 2038 Interest paid this year $ 218,062.50 Principal paid this year $ 375,000.00 Balance due on loan $ 5,985,000.00 Balance of interest $ 1,752,925.00 Total Principal Paid in FY 2020: $ 2,985,400.00 Total Interest Paid in FY 2020: $ 890,970.00 Balance Due on Loans: $ 23,280,200.0 0 Balance Due on Interest: $ 5,445,965.00 39 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Fiscal Year 2020 Trust & Investment Accounts Town Cemetery / Perpetual Care Accounts Fund Name Principal Amount Balance 7/1/2019 Added to Principal Interest Earned Balance 6/30/2020 Foster Road Cemetery $13,000.00 $ 258,740.00 ($1,241.67) $ 4,295.06 $ 261,793.39 E. C. Ahlberg $300.00 $ 1,395.36 $ 8.81 $ 1,404.17 Homer P. Clark $1,000.00 $ 4,818.62 $ 30.44 $ 4,849.06 Alice Drown $200.00 $ 929.71 $ 5.87 $ 935.58 Samuel Hall $200.00 $ 930.00 $ 5.88 $ 935.88 Agnes Montgomery $200.00 $ 929.71 $ 5.87 $ 935.58 Frederick Nickerson $500.00 $ 2,326.63 $ 14.69 $ 2,341.32 Sears Cemetery $1,000.00 $ 4,446.11 $ 28.08 $ 4,474.19 Dean Sears $100.00 $ 457.43 $ 2.89 $ 460.32 Wm G. Sears $3,000.00 $ 13,761.17 $ 86.92 $ 13,848.09 Total $19,500.00 $288,734.74 ($1,241.67) $4,484.51 $291,977.58 40 Report of Town Treasurer (Cont’d) Fiscal Year 2020 Trust & Investment Accounts Trust Funds, Grants and Special Funds Fund Name Balance 7/1/2019 Withdrawn/ Transferred Added to Principal Interest Earned Balance 6/30/2020 Affordable Housing $ 188,501.87 $ 6,459.00 $ 100,000.00 $ 1,471.46 $ 283,514.33 Arts Council Fund $ 5,496.70 $ 4,900.00 $ 112.19 $ 10,508.89 Chester Ellis Scholarship 27245.21 $ 458.07 $ 27,703.28 Community Preservation $ 4,367,431.70 $ 2,775,720.60 $ 2,732,485.47 $ 59,245.18 $ 4,383,441.75 Conservation Fund $ 12,908.99 $ 217.14 $ 13,126.13 Covid Donation Fund $ - $ 26,415.00 $ 23.20 $ 26,438.20 Irving O. Cummings $ 27,534.84 $ 462.74 $ 27,997.58 Law Enforcement Trust $ 9,534.46 $ 439.05 $ 62.03 $ 10,035.54 Needy Sick Children $ 5,448.76 $ 34.42 $ 5,483.18 Nickerson Olmstead $ 1,737.13 $ 29.28 $ 1,766.41 Pension Fund $ 113.37 $ 0.72 $ 114.09 Septic Grant $ 22,013.23 $ 139.04 $ 22,152.27 Stabilization Fund $ 2,493,329.04 $ 41,912.38 $ 2,535,241.42 OPEB Trust Fund $ 1,961,323.56 $ 200,000.00 $ 38,566.89 $ 2,199,890.45 Totals $ 9,122,618.86 $ 2,782,179.60 $ 3,064,239.52 $ 142,734.74 $ 9,547,413.52 41 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Accounting Bernardo Marilyn $ 128,206.00 Christen Ann $ 66,693.18 Alewives Kaser Gary $ 320.81 Lemaitre William $ 1,100.00 Assessor's Office Gallagher James $ 77,361.33 Mawn Erika $ 51,633.12 Building Bassett Jr Roland $ 60,050.00 Deegan Peter $ 2,326.00 Gelatt Jessica $ 7,696.50 Leibowitz Richard $ 69,814.66 Levesque Andrew $ 360.00 Provos Sara $ 55,202.55 Spiegel Jeffrey $ 202.00 Staley Victor $ 123,645.85 Tero Michelle $ 8,582.00 Vanryswood Scott $ 61,992.00 Building Maintenance Catron Robert $ 4,583.27 Johnson Kinsley $ 71,751.40 Thatcher Thomas $ 78,453.70 Young Adrian $ 11,374.25 Conservation/Natural Resources Aguiar Noelle $ 68,722.46 Burch Ryan $ 69,499.51 Johnson David $ 61,930.85 McGee III Samuel $ 382.50 Miller Christopher $ 104,110.95 Morris Dennis $ 1,109.25 Spade Carol $ 62,647.72 Council on Aging Donovan Lisa $ 47,974.00 Egan Regina $ 42,968.16 Holmes Stephen $ 2,145.96 Johnson Debra $ 25,466.10 Locke Brenda $ 44,216.90 Pettengill Peter $ 54,880.00 Rego Denise $ 75,588.10 Zeller Lauren $ 55,514.70 Crosby Mansion Locke Brian $ 42,711.20 Department of Public Works Chapman Steven $ 71,356.05 Cronin Jake $ 60,572.24 Davis Scott $ 75,909.03 Day Jeffrey $ 76,856.04 42 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Department of Public Works Dewitt James $ 72,418.73 Ellis R. Patrick $ $ 137,817.86 Fay David $ 63,434.78 Jones James $ 93,468.36 Lombard IV Charles $ 72,606.22 Martin Christopher $ 54,900.25 Meyer Fred $ 48,894.70 Richards Michael $ 75,072.02 Sargent Joshua $ 69,228.32 Sears Austin $ 58,269.98 Sumner Emily $ 59,853.18 Ward John $ 24,036.48 Williams Lauren $ 49,294.77 Williams Shawn $ 68,154.17 Elections Anderson Dorothy $ 3,398.31 Andreola Sally $ 691.69 Briggs David $ 1,644.33 Buhler Mary Beth $ 63.75 Burdych Nancy $ 1,605.63 Cameron June $ 424.13 Carey George $ 675.76 Carstanjen Joan $ 178.50 Courchesne Jackalyn $ 97.88 Daly Susan $ 433.51 Eddy James $ 89.25 Eddy Mary $ 89.25 Finch Elizabeth $ 89.25 Franconi Sandra $ 1,022.76 Franklin Jr. Myles $ 108.38 Hamilton Melissa $ 121.13 Harbeck Amy $ 102.00 Harris Robert $ 898.88 Holeman Penny $ 290.07 Holland Mary $ 621.57 Hughes Joanne $ 261.38 Johnson Aline $ 70.13 Johnson Eleanor $ 89.25 Johnson Peter $ 691.25 Johnson Sandra $ 404.81 Kimberley Cheryl $ 57.38 $ 43 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Elections Lemaitre Anne $ 698.07 Mannix Gerard $ 89.25 Mannix Therese $ 89.25 Mathison Cynthia $ 608.83 Menges Julie $ 92.44 Myers Mary $ 89.25 Nabywaniec Mary Jo $ 474.94 Najarian Stephen $ 89.25 Noering Mary $ 89.25 Noering Thomas $ 89.25 Oliver Marjorie $ 283.69 Patterson Christine $ 855.57 Phillips Sara $ 76.50 Rossiter Christine $ 605.63 Rowe Judith $ 140.25 Ryone Sharon $ 816.01 Scheffer Joan $ 267.76 Scheffer Peter $ 267.76 Smith Noah $ 82.88 Stanley Patricia $ 710.38 Taylor Elizabeth $ 299.63 Taylor Jr Donald $ 750.75 Todd-McNichol Judith $ 1,127.50 Ulshoeffer Jr Elbert $ 63.75 Whitney Karen $ 168.94 Winchester Lynn $ 111.56 Winn Charles $ 612.01 Fire/Rescue Dept Baker Tyler $ 41,688.93 Bunker Richard $ 4,918.52 Carlo Louis $ 62,807.12 Coulter Cynthia $ 54.48 Cox Joseph $ 76,237.38 Dalmau Anthony $ 117,535.85 DeCosta Craig $ 27,399.00 DePippo Matthew $ 55,720.55 Foakes Chad $ 103,866.00 Gerlach Michael $ 84,914.11 Handel Amy $ 62,552.24 Henne Jason $ 1,592.64 Hogg Jared $ 32,816.04 44 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Fire/Rescue Dept Kimball Daniel $ 117,536.78 Levasseur Matthew $ 98,579.17 McEnaney Carrie $ 73,172.17 McHugh Alexander $ 53,324.32 Moran Robert $ 180,215.74 Pirruccio Mark $ 1,858.08 Przygocki Megan $ 61,685.18 Riley Gretchen $ 67,555.15 Rodormer Winston $ 86,893.03 Romer Scott $ 4,129.62 Rounseville Kirk $ 101,588.98 Shaw Jordan $ 41,361.43 Smith Dean $ 77,586.34 Tucker Matthew $ 93,875.27 Tuohy-Bedford Jack $ 56,091.24 Varley Kevin $ 136,158.73 Golf Maintenance Ambrose Lawrence $ 9,235.00 Benning Frank $ 3,326.00 Campbell II Robert $ 76,819.41 Canniff Thomas $ 4,747.50 Capachione Jr Joseph $ 33,716.34 Desens Mark $ 14,097.88 Ervin Peter $ 28,896.21 Ferraguto Peter $ 38,582.76 Flynn Thomas $ 86,126.34 Foley Douglas $ 40,952.73 Greene Jonathan $ 74,652.01 Hemeon Jeffrey $ 63,508.78 Hough Jr Gerald $ 36,450.50 Humphreys Steven $ 6,613.89 Jamieson Randall $ 64,640.71 Johnson Robert $ 14,151.00 MacKinnon Gregory $ 60,531.29 Ritchie James $ 2,760.00 Salisbury Robert $ 65,941.60 Schwebach Eric $ 41,284.67 Walsh Colin $ 25,384.65 Wiggin Dwight $ 87,131.17 Golf Pro Shop Albert Richard $ 6,032.00 Badger David $ 7,783.90 45 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Golf Pro Shop Barry Joseph $ 3,630.57 Behrens Arthur $ 156.00 Bengston Sawyer $ 5,418.77 Bickerton Stephen $ 408.00 Bradley Karen $ 4,719.00 Bressette Steven $ 6,904.14 Brown Michael $ 5,922.39 Cahoon Donald $ 1,810.25 Carr William $ 3,856.91 Casalino Tyler $ 2,935.69 Cummings Kimberly $ 6,643.00 Cummings Stephen $ 5,180.50 Devine James $ 2,836.90 Dickson Margaret $ 4,267.25 Dolan Neil $ 4,452.50 Dorsey Jacob $ 1,887.00 Doyle Timothy $ 54.19 Fiorda Vincent $ 5,050.50 Flynn Matthew $ 8,179.15 Griswold Dylan $ 2,626.50 Hansen Kristofer $ 1,721.27 Hansen Lawrence $ 3,624.19 Hirschman Michael $ 3,617.83 Holtman Raymond $ 3,672.01 Hubbard Everett $ 5,396.46 Hurley John $ 4,280.85 Jauregui Jake $ 4,322.50 Knowles Steven $ 73,635.42 Kology Lesley $ 2,785.25 Leonard Matthew $ 2,119.70 Luciano Joseph $ 4,411.52 McDermott John $ 1,547.00 Mohan Jonathan $ 2,489.50 Moran Marguerite $ 234.00 O'Brien Mark $ 126,999.66 Olivier William $ 3,962.09 Packett James $ 73,134.88 Picano Anthony $ 956.25 Riley David $ 156.00 Rodman Benjamin $ 3,385.13 46 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Golf Pro Shop Scales Vincent $ 7,414.15 Twomey Daniel $ 2,664.76 Vesperman Dorothy $ 20,253.90 Wallace Francis $ 3,117.39 Health Department Mason Tamsin $ 63,898.65 McCullough Sherrie $ 90,994.70 von Hone Amy $ 87,100.96 Information Technology Lambert Kathleen $ 107,433.08 Library Allen Stephen $ 33,956.63 Burgess Donna $ 82.50 Cronin Richard $ 39,365.60 Elliott-Grunes Lauren $ 22,155.26 Fecteau Mary $ 52,519.94 Gregson Nina $ 54,402.95 Griffis Gabrielle $ 29,755.52 Hunt Kathleen $ 21,113.55 Kadzik Cynthia $ 1,500.00 Luebke Felicity $ 32,638.33 McDonnell Roberta $ 390.00 McKean Sandra $ 765.00 Morganstein Nori $ 60,307.51 Mullen Elizabeth $ 4,304.69 Murphy Cheryl $ 15,531.49 Riley Janice $ 465.00 Sauter Kimberly $ 90.00 St. Amour Cynthia $ 101,568.27 Stewart Anne $ 1,593.75 Walsh Wicke $ 14,646.56 Moderator Sumner Charles $ 300.00 Old Mill Site Erickson Douglas $ 1,850.00 Planning Bennett Ryan $ 101,875.86 Mooers Marilyn $ 9,297.66 Murphy Ellen $ 2,793.00 St. Cyr Lynn $ 57,343.92 Police Department Ahlman Jessica $ 89,351.47 (Gross pay includes Special Detail Bausch George $ 147,152.16 Pay which is reimbursable to the Brazil Molly $ 53,186.50 Town of Brewster by private Brogden-Burns Lynda $ 71,741.20 contractors.) Childs Alden $ 95,680.43 Dionne Andrew $ 104,167.10 47 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Gross Pay Department Employee Jan-Dec 2020 Police Department Doane Jill $ 79,394.60 (Gross pay includes Special Detail Eldredge Heath $ 158,507.80 Pay which is reimbursable to the Granelli Deborah $ 67,021.88 Town of Brewster by private Hathaway Stephen $ 76,947.27 contractors.) Henderson II Troy $ 91,978.87 Horton Barry $ 2,101.60 Judge Jr Paul $ 149,068.84 Lanctot Daniel $ 96,227.84 Marshall Matthew $ 117,728.85 Mashrick Joseph $ 98,242.33 Mawn Charles $ 154,238.13 Mei Michael $ 104,732.47 Mirisola Francesco $ 121,606.21 Mullaney John $ 7,031.12 O'Leary Jonathon $ 156,633.78 O'Neal Freddie $ 109,215.01 Parks Shannon $ 103,614.80 Pelkey Leah $ 7,712.01 Radke Jorel $ 58,878.68 Rice Brandon $ 93,004.58 Schofield Deidre $ 69,721.73 Smith Sidney $ 114,399.62 Tarbokas William $ 7,808.00 Thacher Joseph $ 70,723.87 Varley Patrick $ 148,130.25 Vermette Morgan $ 77,471.62 Zontini Jacob $ 116,693.64 Recreation Anzivino Abigail $ 3,400.00 Berquist Sonja $ 1,602.25 Bijesse Charles $ 3,978.00 Bowler Roy $ 4,738.50 Christopher Maxwell $ 3,802.50 Falk Wyatt $ 216.00 Gainey Helen $ 3,264.00 Gainey Rae $ 6,084.00 Gradone IV Michael $ 71,549.56 Hansen Isabel $ 1,182.75 Headley Stephen $ 54,756.00 Joy Allyson $ 5,276.25 Murphy Kiley $ 1,452.50 48 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Gross Pay Department Employee Jan-Dec 2020 Recreation Nannini Lily $ 1,452.50 Parrott Cambria $ 309.38 Parrott Gavin $ 65.00 Scherzo Timothy $ 769.50 Siciliano Samantha $ 508.25 Sigel Abrianna $ 3,111.00 Tripp Alexa $ 2,214.25 Registrars Nabywaniec Thaddeus $ 5,044.00 Smith Jr Francis $ 5,434.00 Schools - Eddy School Admirand Margaret $ 36,354.10 Andac Elizabeth $ 85,697.00 Angeles Holley $ 53,421.96 Bellarosa Alison $ 2,262.03 Bellarosa Caroline $ 81,888.68 Belliveau Leah $ 53,273.80 Benjamin Mary $ 2,963.05 Benning Julie $ 29,288.52 Bergstrom Debra $ 20,164.96 Bono Sonja $ 84,604.08 Brooks Suzanne $ 34,287.16 Brunelle Sarah $ 55,837.68 Burt Jessica $ 58,740.05 Catron Robert $ 14,977.00 Clancy Lori $ 40,884.53 Codair Kathleen $ 4,631.28 Consiglio-Noks Arlynn $ 57.47 Craffey Norma $ 54,812.27 Daniels Laurie $ 96,134.00 Doucette Barbara $ 96,337.47 Dugas Marsha $ 100,889.76 Eldredge Cynthia $ 55,543.49 Ellis Patricia $ 40,623.75 Gagnon Beau $ 4,990.44 Hacking-Davis Robin $ 35,984.48 Hancock Susan $ 35,284.56 Harvey Alexis $ 20,645.40 Hatfield Rachel $ 1,477.62 Hughes Joanna $ 128,512.00 Huse Jessica $ 94,634.00 Ireland Judith $ 102,476.00 49 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Schools - Eddy School Johngren Rachel $ 23,541.74 Joy Allyson $ 65,198.85 Labonte Emily $ 60,916.68 Marchant Patricia $ 19,874.40 Meyer Deborah $ 40,704.17 Miller Melissa $ 66,584.81 Montgomery Amy $ 88,571.12 Noonan Darlene $ 74,095.12 O'Brien Wende $ 27,841.80 Paul Dorothy $ 2,364.06 Peterman Lori $ 66,813.10 Pitta Sean $ 53,685.47 Reeves Shannon $ 23,541.62 Rubin Carol $ 101,245.72 Seymour Christine $ 86,697.00 Shanahan Talia $ 89,070.00 Shevory Megan $ 71,353.88 Smythe Chelsea $ 72,967.17 Sullivan Linda $ 30,279.26 Underhill Wendy $ 33,435.96 Young Dudley $ 53,126.72 Schools - Lunch-Eddy Aucoin Michelle $ 25,552.62 Taylor Patti $ 44,077.34 Schools - Lunch-Stony Brook Mattox-Drown Donna $ 38,451.66 Slowik Sara $ 29,838.74 Schools - Stony Brook Barnatchez Kelly $ 97,302.47 Barnes Laureen $ 64,025.68 Bausch Janet $ 41,405.96 Berzinis Mary $ 43,549.11 Braude Anna $ 38,635.47 Brunelle Donna $ 41,615.96 Bucci Elisa $ 74,011.08 Bunce Rebecca $ 88,096.08 Callahan Kristen $ 22,612.16 Carpenter Mary $ 98,526.00 Carr Deborah $ 26,599.53 Casey Judith $ 1,863.55 DeLong Lisa $ 35,979.42 Donovan Tonia $ 99,231.72 Dowd Juliana $ 27,406.16 50 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Schools - Stony Brook Dubois Courtney $ 25,078.26 Ednie Christine $ 102,812.97 Everson Holly $ 28,629.70 Faris Stacey $ 89,070.00 Ford Susan $ 47,331.35 Fragassi Christine $ 94,634.00 Gates Erin $ 67,313.32 Gauley Keith $ 105,526.09 Gilbert Amie $ 21,708.32 Gomez Duane $ 49,351.21 Gordon Kelly $ 41,005.96 Hannon Kathleen $ 94,534.84 Holcomb-Jones Heather $ 64,654.44 Johnson Patricia $ 29,596.08 Katchmar Alexis $ 56,854.50 Kehoe Paul $ 64,199.44 Kirk Andrew $ 57,779.36 Lawless Colleen $ 72,720.28 Lowery David $ 42,087.08 Mangelinkx Crystal $ 1,986.30 Matulaitis Susan $ 26,742.92 Mayer Frances $ 32,116.55 McCutcheon Caroline $ 39,668.15 Moody Dana $ 32,709.42 Muniz Nancy $ 5,755.17 Murphy Rebecca $ 35,899.42 Nickerson Brianna $ 15,297.19 Norton Danielle $ 54,150.16 Norton Loretta $ 16,626.80 O'Shea Randi $ 74,144.28 Reichers Chelsea $ 27,772.09 Rogacz Jennifer $ 76,475.92 Roy Katherine $ 97,454.00 Schofield Barry $ 72,978.38 Shanahan Rebecca $ 23,156.58 Sherin Lauren $ 12,604.16 Smorol Lynne $ 16,425.46 Steber Dawn $ 46,602.68 Trudel Alison $ 70,331.16 Whitney Kendra $ 74,149.02 51 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Schools - Stony Brook Young Antoinette $ 86,697.00 Schools - Substitute Teachers Bradford Ariana $ 5,275.68 Brodeur Kerry $ 815.00 Cahill Roberta $ 270.00 Callahan Anna $ 15,103.42 Correia Jeanne $ 430.00 DeSimone Christine $ 720.00 Dinda Linda $ 720.00 Fellows Jennifer $ 6,784.67 Fisher Burton $ 180.00 Fromm Alice $ 90.00 Fulcher Lillian $ 245.00 Giansante Nancy $ 1,035.00 Gill Laura $ 75.00 Glaser-Gilrein Dianne $ 2,205.00 Gregory Patricia $ 240.00 Grzewinski Kathleen $ 350.00 Henderson Hannah $ 610.00 Hogan Carolyn $ 595.00 Hurley Linda $ 90.00 Johnson Lorraine $ 90.00 Keohan Sue $ 270.00 Kopitsky Kathleen $ 1,920.00 LeDuc Diane $ 90.00 Love Rachel $ 205.00 MacGilpin Jr Gregory $ 450.00 McKendree Charles $ 4,349.30 Mullin Paul $ 520.00 Niggel Benton $ 90.00 Noone Traci $ 270.00 Norton Susan $ 780.00 Olin Lily $ 2,305.00 Requa-Trautz Suzanne $ 35.00 Savery Danielle $ 1,234.96 Scholl M. Grady $ 250.00 Sears Donna $ 48.00 Shea Lauren $ 270.00 Stagakis Angela $ 902.48 Stratico Catherine $ 1,440.00 Sullivan Valerie $ 590.00 52 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Schools - Substitute Teachers Tefft Ann $ 401.64 Tierney Mary $ 150.00 Viprino Kristine $ 2,440.00 Wade Kevin $ 1,225.00 Walther Anne $ 170.00 Welch Caron $ 228.00 White Candace $ 90.00 Wilson Braden $ 90.00 Select Board's Office Bingham Cynthia $ 1,500.00 Broderick Susan $ 97,177.03 Chaffee Mary $ 1,750.00 Champagne-Lawton Paula $ 2,423.95 Chapman Susan $ 1,709.50 Chatelain Edward $ 750.00 deRuyter Benjamin $ 1,500.00 Devine Elizabeth $ 11,743.32 Dickson John $ 750.00 Gay Peter $ 1,417.80 Kalinick Donna $ 97,177.03 Lombardi Peter $ 166,212.82 Normand Glenda $ 5,285.97 Wertz-Scalise Jill $ 42,106.36 Whitney David $ 1,826.50 Young Robin $ 52,059.92 Tax Work Off Amadeo Peter $ 500.00 Baldwin Helen $ 1,000.00 Demarais Debra $ 500.00 Desjardins Patricia $ 500.00 Grieder Kenneth $ 500.00 Haines Donna $ 500.00 Holden Martha $ 500.00 Kirchner Nancy $ 500.00 Leidenfrost Francis $ 500.00 Mauterstock Robert $ 500.00 Murphy Brian $ 500.00 OConnor Clayton $ 500.00 Penney Brian $ 500.00 Rinaldi Joseph $ 500.00 Rogers David $ 1,000.00 Stone Kathleen $ 500.00 53 Calendar Year 2020 Payroll Report (Includes Overtime, Longevity, Police Special Detail) Department Employee Gross Pay Jan-Dec 2020 Tax Work Off Sveden Nancy $ 500.00 Walsh Kathleen $ 1,000.00 Whelan Patricia $ 500.00 Woodburn Catherine $ 500.00 Zepeda Frances $ 500.00 Town Clerk's Office Monger Jayanne $ 64,906.04 Williams Colette $ 87,889.21 Treasurer/Collector Downey Megan $ 46,264.34 Guiliano Carrie $ 57,608.82 Iaccheri Theresa $ 51,686.06 Piebes Sarah $ 47,662.07 Vitale Lisa $ 104,915.26 Water Department Anderson Paul $ 127,690.19 Caliri Hannah $ 65,270.89 Crowley Robert $ 80,300.95 Gage David $ 85,940.70 Hanna Laura $ 55,276.93 Johngren Dana $ 69,842.02 Provos Alexander $ 86,936.10 Rice Leon $ 70,380.37 Ritchie Seth $ 67,878.32 Sabatino Jeffrey $ 62,052.65 Silva Matthew $ 62,347.55 Taber Amy $ 46,428.04 Theuret Sherry $ 66,426.38 $ 18,032,346.12 Respectfully submitted, Lisa L. Vitale Treasurer/Collector 54 Report of the Town Clerk To Whom It May Concern; This year we held the Presidential Primary in March, the Annual Town Election in June, our Annual/Special Town Meeting in September, the State Primary in September followed by the Presidential/State Election in November. Due to the ongoing COVID19 Pandemic the state enacted Special Legislation, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020, which allowed for postponing Town Elections and Town Meetings, Brewster chose to postpone both. This legislation also allowed for Vote-by-mail ballots to be made available for Municipal Elections, 945 Brewster Voters requested ballots by mail. 4298 voters chose to have a vote-by-mail ballot sent for the Presidential/State Election Brewster’s Board of Registrars, Frank Smith and Ted Nabywaniec, once again proved their dedication to the town and this office. I thank them for all of their work on behalf of the citizens of Brewster and for their efforts working through this pandemic. I would like to again thank the Assistant Town Clerk, Jayanne Monger, for all of her support to myself, her co-workers as well as citizens and visitors alike. Her help in the Clerk’s Office, as we successfully navigated our way through all of the legislative changes happening throughout a Presidential Election year were extraordinary. We have many people to thank for their support and assistance over the year, to name but a few; the Select Board, Peter Lombardi, Town Administrator, Thomas Thatcher, Building Maintenance Supervisor; the Brewster Police Department; the Department of Public Works staff, for the set-up and dismantling of the election site; all of our co-workers, all Committee/Board members who consistently show what dedication to one’s town looks like; all of the election workers; and the citizens of Brewster who love their town and support it. Please remember to return your 2021 Annual Town Census, these census numbers are used for numerous projections throughout the year including but not limited to; Police resources, Fire/EMT resources, school projections, and keeping our voter registration/resident lists current and accurate. 2021 will be a very busy election year, Brewster is holding it’s first dual election for the Renovation/Construction of the Nauset Regional High School Project in March, 3,000 voters have requested vote by mail ballots, which meant mailing out 6,000 ballots. The Annual Town Meeting and the Annual T own Election in May with 3,000 vote by ballots being mailed to voters. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our office at 508-896-4506. Respectfully submitted, Colette M. Williams, MMC/CMMC Town Clerk 55 Recorded 2020 vitals: Births ……. 38 Marriages ….. 62 Deaths ….. 204 Population as of 12/31/2020……..9542 Residents 16 and Under……..701 Registered Voters…..8337 Vital Records Certified Vital Records $10,165.00 Marriage Intentions $1,375.00 Veterans Copies ~Free Dog Licenses Spayed/Neutered Licenses $5,628.00 Intact Female/Male $672.00 Kennel Licenses $250.00 Tag Replacements $1.00 Fines/Check Charges Dog Violations $130.00 Misc. Bylaw Violations $1,000.00 Late Dog Fees $140.00 Business Certificates New/Renewals $1,080.00 Change of Name $0.00 Parking Fines Parking Violations/Late Fees $37,200.00 (Canadian Funds Difference) Miscellaneous Copies/Public Records $0.00 Hunting Permits $55.00 Raffle Permits $0.00 Street Lists Book/CD $0.00 Public Records Requests $260.00 *Dog Welfare Donation $12.00 *not in total TOTAL DEPOSITS: $57,956.00 56 Democrat Republican Unenrolled All Others Total Precinct 1 759 353 1692 26 2830 Precinct 2 775 353 1614 29 2771 Precinct 3 700 355 1632 49 2736 Total: 2234 1061 4938 104 8337 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Population 9860 9826 9796 9654 9425 9377 9514 9360 9287 9293 9542 16 and Under 992 1068 952 974 932 979 912 781 745 688 701 Registered Voters 8010 8001 8110 7879 7673 7693 8060 7943 7965 8008 8337 Democrat 2033 2022 2058 1991 1938 1946 2079 2051 2068 2110 2234 Republican 1329 1285 1328 1264 1213 1213 1193 1164 1140 1116 1061 Unenrolled 4587 4636 4667 4577 4478 4524 4710 4625 4638 4669 4938 Births 61 44 48 46 47 48 48 55 45 52 38 Marriages 67 67 69 67 66 83 70 59 59 64 62 Deaths 228 252 260 243 236 257 262 263 237 91 204 Licensed Dogs 959 968 966 1068 926 1029 1117 1163 1067 1174 1026 57 Report of the Special & Annual Town Meetings held September 12th, 2020 In accordance with the Warrant, the Annual 86 Special Town Meetings were held at the Stony Brook Elementary School, 384 Underpass Road on Saturday, September 12th, 2020. Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic this Town Meeting was held outdoors, under a tent, on the White Caps Baseball Field. The Moderator thanked staff and volunteers who helped handle this great endeavor of putting this plan into action. He also asked that people wear their masks and refrain from loud discussions, all votes will be by voter cards and not voice. The counters and tellers were Cynthia Mathison, Lauren Elliott-Grunes, David Briggs, Glenda Normand, Jodi Holland, Mary Jo Nabywaniec, Jayanne Sci, Assistant Town Clerk and Thaddeus Nabywaniec, Francis L. Smith, Board of Registrars. A quorum was present with 278 of 8,262 voters. 3% The Annual Town Meeting was called to order at 10:04am by the Moderator, Charles L. Sumner. The Annual Town Meeting was adjourned at 10:11am for the start of the Special Town Meeting. The Special Town Meeting of September 12th, 2020 was called to order at 10:11am by the Moderator, Charles L. Sumner. The Moderator verified service of the Warrant with the Town Constable, Roland Bassett, Jr. of August 19th, 2020, being no objections the Moderator dispensed with the reading of the Articles. UNPAID BILLS ARTICLE NO. 1: To see what sums the Town will vote to appropriate, and also to raise, borrow pursuant to an applicable statute or transfer from available funds for the payment, pursuant to G.L. c.44, §64, of unpaid bills from previous fiscal years, including any bills now on overdraft: Vendor Amount a. Cape and Vineyard Electric Cooperative $20,458.58 b. Division of Unemployment Assistance $50,000.00 c. Direct Energy $228.79 Total $70,687.37 Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Nine-tenths Vote Required) Select Board Member Edward Chatelain: I move to approve Article No. 1 as printed in the warrant, with the following changes: to increase the amount for item b, Division of Unemployment Assistance from $50,000 to $59,349.45, and further to increase accordingly the total amount transferred from $70,687.37 to $80,036.82; and as funding therefor, to transfer the sum of $50,853.79 from Golf Receipts Reserved for Appropriation and $29,183.03 from General Fund Free Cash. Action on Article No. 1: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. 58 RESCIND DEBT AUTHORIZATION ARTICLE NO. 2: To see if the Town will vote to repeal or rescind unused borrowing authority authorized by previous town meetings, as follows; DEPARTMENT ITEM ARTICLE / TOWN MEETING AMOUNT TO BE RESCINDED Golf Reel Grinding Equipment Article 10 of the May 2019 Annual Town Meeting $35,000 Golf Pick Up Truck Article 10 of the May 2019 Annual Town Meeting $50,000 Golf Well Recondition and Pump Replacement Project Article 10 of the May 2019 Annual Town Meeting $55,000 Golf Clubhouse Fire Alarm System Article 10 of the May 2019 Annual Town Meeting 520,000 Golf Clubhouse Repairs Article 10 of the May 2019 Annual Town Meeting $20,000 or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Cindy Bingham: I move to approve Article No. 2 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 2: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. WATER DEPARTMENT ENTERPRISE FUND ARTICLE NO. 3: To see if the Town will vote to accept the provision of G.L. Ch. 44 Section 53F1/2 in order to establish a Water Department Enterprise Fund for fiscal year commencing on July 1, 2020, and to transfer any funds remaining in the Water Department Reserve Fund as of June 30, 2020, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee: I move to approve Article No. 3 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 3: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. HOME RULE PETITION/Conveyance of a Parcel of Land ARTICLE NO. 4: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to petition the General Court for special legislation authorizing the conveyance to the Town of the fee simple title to or a lesser interest in a portion or portions of the Nickerson State Forest for public way, sidewalk and/or shared path purposes and undertaking the Millstone Road project, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Benjamin deRuyter: I move to approve Article No. 4 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 4: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. 59 PROPERTY VALUATION SERVICES ARTICLE NO. 5: To see if the Town will vote to transfer from the Overlay Surplus account the sum of Eighty Thousand Dollars ($80,000) for the purposes of conducting revaluations of real and personal property and to authorize the Town Administrator to solicit bids and/or proposals, enter into a contract or contracts and expend said funds for this purpose, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Assessors) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Ned Chatelain: I move to approve Article No. 5 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 5: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee: I move that the Town vote to dissolve the 2020 Special Town Meeting. Action on this Motion: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. *The Special Town Meeting of September 12th, 2020 was dissolved at 10:23am. •The Annual Town Meeting was reconvened and called to order at 10:23am. The Moderator verified service of the Warrant with the Town Constable, Roland Bassett, Jr. of August 19th, 2020, being no objections the Moderator dispensed with the reading of the Articles. Consent Calendar Routine Articles for Approval 2020 Annual Town Meeting Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee: I move to approve the following articles as printed in the warrant: • Article No. 4 - Assessment Formula for Nauset Regional Schools • Article No. 11 - Special Revenue Fund/Cable Franchise Fee Account • Article No. 12 - Acceptance of Grants and Gifts • Article No. 13 - Repair and Resurface Town Roads/Chapter 90 Fund • Article No. 21 - Town Code Amendment/Placement of Articles Action on Consent Calendar: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. Consent Calendar Articles to Refer to Committee 2020 Annual Town Meeting Select Board Member Dave Whitney: I move to refer the following articles to Committee: • Article No 23 - Citizen Petition/5 Year Cost Estimate to Operate Dog Park • Article No. 24 - Citizen Petition/Climate Emergency and Net Zero Declaration • Article No. 25 - Citizen Petition/Private Road Betterment • Article No. 26 - Town Code Amendment/Private Road Betterment Action on Consent Calendar: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. 60 CAPE COD REGIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL OPERATING BUDGET ARTICLE NO. 1: To see what sums the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds to defray Cape Cod Regional Technical High School charges and expenses for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2021, as follows; DEPARTMENT EXPENDED FY2019 APPROPRIATED FY2020 REQUESTED FY2021 CAPE COD TECH ASSESSMENT $845,458 $753,875 $562,646 DEBT ASSESSMENT New in FY20 $489,117 $294,741 TOTAL ASSESSMENT $845,458 $1,242,992 $857,387 or to take any other action relative thereto. (Cape Cod Technical School Committee) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Ben deRuyter: I move to approve Article No. 1 as printed in the warrant and as funding therefor to raise and appropriate the sum of $857,387. Action on Article No. 1: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS OPERATING BUDGET ARTICLE NO. 2: To see what sums the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds to defray the Elementary Schools' charges and expenses, for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2021, as follows; DEPARTMENT EXPENDED FY 2019 APPROPRIATED FY 2020 REQUESTED FY 2021 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BUDGET $7,644,850 $7,777,113 $7,971,540 SCHOOL FRINGE BENEFITS $2,064,113 $2,215,147 $2,068,441 TOTAL ASSESSMENT: $9,708,963 $9,992,260 $10,039,981 or to take any other action relative thereto. (Elementary School Committee) (Majority Vote Required) Brewster School Committee Chair David Telman: I move to approve Article No. 2 as printed in the warrant and as funding therefor to raise & appropriate the sum of $10,039,981. Action on Article No. 2: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. NAUSET REGIONAL SCHOOLS OPERATING BUDGET ARTICLE NO. 3: To see what sums the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds to defray the Nauset Regional School District charges and expenses for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2021, as follows; DEPARTMENT EXPENDED FY2019 APPROPRIATED FY2020 REQUESTED FY2021 NAUSET ASSESSMENT $10,397,696 $10,812,935 $11,476,397 NAUSET DEBT ASSESSMENT $115,162 $122,175 $122,645 TOTAL ASSESSMENT: $10,512,858 $10,935,110 $11,599,042 61 or to take any other action relative thereto. (Nauset Regional School Committee) (Majority Vote Required) Nauset Regional School Committee Member Richard Stewart: I move to approve Article No. 3 as printed in the warrant and as funding therefor to raise and appropriate the sum of $11,599,042. Action on Article No. 3: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. ASSESSMENT FORMULA FOR NAUSET REGIONAL SCHOOLS ARTICLE NO. 4: To see if the Town will vote, pursuant to the provisions of the fourth paragraph of G.L. c.71, §16B, to reallocate the sum of the member towns' contributions to the Nauset Regional School District in Fiscal Year 2022 in accordance with the Regional Agreement rather than the Education Reform Formula, so-called, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Nauset Regional School Committee) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar. TOWN OPERATING BUDGET ARTICLE NO. 5: To see what sums the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds, or borrow pursuant to any applicable statute, for the purposes of supporting the offices, departments, boards and commissions of the Town of Brewster for Fiscal Year 2021, including authorization for lease purchases of up to five years, as follows; EXPENDED APPROPRIATED REQUESTED DEPARTMENT FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021 GENERAL GOVERNMENT Finance Committee $4,821 $104,700 $130,500 Assessors $173,593 $130,307 $131,490 Accounting $309,838 $226,822 $221,999 Treasurer/ Collector $254,805 $275,715 $286,465 Information Technology $258,513 $226,447 $267,427 Legal $113,497 $175,640 $165,640 Moderator $300 $300 $300 Planning $154,814 $171,315 $174,184 Select Board / Town Administration $501,924 $480,292 $489,999 Town Clerk $185,080 $185,782 $213,490 Public Buildings $158,893 $164,121 $164,420 SUBTOTAL GENERAL $2,116,077 $2,141,441 $2,245,914 GOVERNMENT PUBLIC SAFETY Building Department $398,008 $419,608 $407,134 Fire Department $2,643,716 $2,767,280 $2,846,338 Natural Resources $358,958 $416,831 $429,439 62 Police Department $2,637,547 $2,834,611 $2,861,915 Sealer of Weights & Measures New in FY21 New in FY21 $9,000 SUBTOTAL PUBLIC $6,038,228 $6,438,330 $6,553,826 SAFETY PUBLIC WORKS Public Works $1,781,859 $1,728,362 $1,933,043 Snow & Ice Removal $149,001 $158,644 $161,817 Street Lights $3,252 $5,515 $5,515 SUBTOTAL PUBLIC $1,934,112 $1,89,521 $2,100,375 WORKS HUMAN SERVICES Council on Aging $282,715 $343,425 $344,809 Board of Health $244,395 $259,893 $246,076 Veteran's Services $96,883 $107,554 $140,979 Public Assistance $125,740 $128,634 $141,620 SUBTOTAL HUMAN $749,734 $839,506 $873,484 SERVICES CULTURE & RECREATION Brewster Ladies Library $624,120 $656,542 $663,459 Recreation $190,073 $198,484 $197,657 Memorial & Veterans Day $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 SUBTOTAL CULTURE $815,693 $856,526 $862,616 & RECREATION DEBT SERVICE Principal & Interest $2,233,660 $2,288,229 $2,122,287 SUBTOTAL DEBT $2,233,660 $2,288,229 $2,122,287 SERVICE INSURANCE, UTILITIES & FRINGE BENEFITS General Insurance $435,574 $485,000 $445,000 Utilities $374,315 $417,171 $425,171 Fringe Benefits Including OPEB $3,586,130 $4,150,599 $4,603,156 SUBTOTAL $4,396,020 $5,052,770 $5,473,327 INSURANCE & FRINGE BENEFITS 63 OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES & ASSESSMENTS Assessments $25,140 $27,540 $28,040 Alewives $3,456 $4,350 $4,350 General Stabilization Fund $275,000 $0 $200,000 Local Service Funding $34,784 $35,100 $40,000 SUBTOTAL OTHER $338,380 $66,990 $272,390 OPERATING EXPENSE & ASSESSMENTS GRAND TOTAL OF $18,621,903 $19,576,313 $20,504,219 GENERAL FUND OPERATING BUDGETS Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Ben deRuyter: I move to approve Article No. 5 as printed in the warrant and appropriate the total sum of $20,504,219, and, as funding therefore, that the Town raise and appropriate the sum of $19,316,256 and transfer the following sums: • $700,500 from Ambulances Receipts Reserved for Appropriation account • $114,967 from Golf Reserve Fund • $130,026 from Water Enterprise Fund • $136,224 from Road Betterment Receipts Reserved for Appropriation account • $7,200 from the Cable Franchise Fee Special Revenue Fund • $66,625 from the Telecommunications Fund • $14,418 from Bond Amortization from Article No. 30 of the May 4, 2015 Annual Town Meeting, Road Repair and Resurfacing Program • $17,953 from Bond Amortization from Article No. 5 of the May 5, 2014 Special Town Meeting, Eddy Elementary School Renovation Project Select Board Member Ben deRuyter made an amendment to the motion under Article No 5: I move to strike the figure $700,500 and insert $700,550. Action on the amendment to the motion under Article No. 5: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. Action on Article No. 5 as amended: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. GOLF DEPARTMENT RESERVE FUND ARTICLE NO. 6: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate from the Golf Fund, in accordance with G.L. c.40, §5F, the sum of THREE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THREE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED SIXTY FIVE DOLLARS ($3,503,565) for the purpose of offsetting costs for Fiscal Year 2021 associated with golf department related expenses including, but not limited to acquiring professional services and equipment, personnel and maintaining facilities and operations, including authorization for lease purchases of up to five years; all expenditures to be made by the Golf Department, subject to the approval of the Town Administrator, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) 64 Select Board Member Dave Whitney: I move to approve Article No. 6 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 6: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. WATER DEPARTMENT ENTERPRISE FUND ARTICLE NO. 7: To see if the Town will vote, in accordance with G.L. c. 44, §53F1/2, to appropriate from Water Department receipts, transfer from available funds or otherwise fund the sum of TWO MILLION SIX HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR DOLLARS ($2,637,454) for Fiscal Year 2021 costs associated with the operation of the Water Department including, but not limited to acquiring professional services and equipment, personnel and maintaining facilities and operations, including authorization for lease purchases of up to five years; all expenditures to be made by the Water Department, subject to the approval of the Town Administrator, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee: I move to approve Article No. 7 as printed in the warrant with $2,607,380 to be raised from receipts of the Water Department, and $30,074 to be transferred from Water Retained Earnings, such sums to be expended as follows: • Salaries & Wages $935,357 • Operating Expenses $1,152,697 • Debt $549,400 • Total: $2,637,454 Action on Article No. 7: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT FUNDING ARTICLE NO. 8: To see if the Town will vote to act on the report of the Community Preservation Committee on the Fiscal Year 2021 Community Preservation Budget and to appropriate or reserve for later appropriation monies from the Community Preservation Fund annual revenues or available funds for the administrative and operating expenses of the Community Preservation Committee, the undertaking of Community Preservation Projects and all other necessary and proper expenses for the year, with each item considered a separate appropriation to be spent by the Community Preservation Committee, all as set forth below: Estimated revenues FY21 a. Estimated FY21 tax surcharge $1,058,000 b. Estimated FY21 state contribution (11.2%) $118,496 c. FY21 Estimated Revenue Total $1,176,496 FY21 Appropriations and Allocations d. Historic Preservation Reserve appropriation (10%) $117,650 e. Community Housing Reserve appropriation (10%) $117,650 f. Open Space Reserve appropriation (50%) $588,248 g. Budgeted Reserve* (30%) $352,948 h. Total $1,176,496 * 5% of FY21 Estimated Total Revenues ($58,825) is appropriated for Administrative Expense, leaving a net total of $294,123 in Budgeted Reserve. 65 Purpose Item Funding Source(s) Amount 1 Historic Preservation a. Designated Reserves for Historic Preservation Transfer to reserve from estimated annual revenues in accordance with G.L. c.44B, §6 Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues $117,650 Sub-total $117,650 Purpose Item Funding Source(s) Amount 2 Community Housing a. Town of Brewster — Town Administration- Housing Coordinator b. Community Development Partnership - Cape Housing Institute c. Designated Reserves for Community Housing Payroll and operating costs for Part Time Housing Coordinator position to assist public with affordable housing program Professional service costs associated with 2 years of training program equipping local elected and appointed officials and residents with knowledge and skills to support creation of more year- round affordable housing Transfer to reserve from estimated annual receits in accordance with G.L. c.44B, §6 Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues $49,500 $15,000 $53,150 Sub-total $117,650 3 Open Space Payment of debt Principal and interest for the Jolly Whaler, BBJ Property, and Bates Property bonds Payment of debt principal and interest for the Besse Cartway/ Long Pond property loan Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues Appropriate $316,553 from Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues; transfer $88,651 From Fund Balance Reserved for Open Space b. Community Preservation Loan Debt Service a. Community Preservation Bonded Debt Service $271,695 $405,204 Sub-total $676,899 66 Purpose Item Funding Source(s) Amount 4 Reserves for Community Preservation a. Pleasant Bay Community Boating Creation of an ADA compliant dock on Pleasant Bay Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues $25,000 b. Brewster Whitecaps/Brewster School Committee Stony Brook field improvements Appropriate $269,123 from Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues: transfer $155,877 from Budgeted Reserves for CPA $425,000 c. Administration Expense Administration and operating expenses For Community Preservation Committee Fiscal Year 2021 CPA estimated annual revenues $58,825 Sub-total $508,825 Grand Total $1,421,024 For Fiscal Year 2021 Community Preservation purposes, each item is considered a separate appropriation to be spent by the Community Preservation Committee; provided however, that the above expenditures may be conditional on the recording of the appropriate historic preservation restrictions for historic resources, open space restrictions for open space reserves, and housing restrictions for community housing; running in favor of an entity authorized by the Commonwealth to hold such restrictions for such expenditures; meeting the requirements of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 184, Section 12 of the Community Preservation Act; Further, to sunset the administrative expense authorization at the close of the fiscal year and transfer any unused balance to the fund balance reserved for Community Preservation; And further, any revenues received in excess of the estimated receipts are transferred to their respective reserve fund balance(s) for future appropriation using the allocation fog uvula of 50% Open Space, 10% Housing, 10% Historical and 30% for Community Preservation Reserve. Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Community Preservation Committee) (Majority Vote Required) Community Preservation Committee Member Faythe Ellis: I move to approve Article No. 8 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 8: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. LAND ACQUISITION/Community Preservation Act ARTICLE NO. 9: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to acquire, by purchase, gift, and/or eminent domain, for conservation, watershed protection and/or passive recreation purposes pursuant to the provisions of G.L. Ch. 40, Sections 8C, 39B and 41 and Article 97 of the Articles of Amendment of the Massachusetts Constitution, approximately 10.41 acres located at 106 McGuerty Road, being a portion of Tax Map 94, Parcel 82, described in a deed recorded with the Barnstable County Registry of Deeds in Book 9429, page 212, with such parcel to be under the care, custody, control and management the Conservation Commission; to 67 appropriate the total sum of THREE HUNDRED NINETY FIVE THOUSAND AND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($395,500) to pay costs of the acquisition and costs incidental or related thereto, of which THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND AND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300,500) shall be transferred from the Community Preservation Fund Open Space Reserve and SEVENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($70,000) shall be transferred from Water Enterprise Fund; further, to transfer from Community Preservation Fund Open Space Reserve an additional sum of TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($25,000) for the purpose of paying incidental and related costs, including, without limitation, costs for appraisals, surveys, grant applications and grant compliance; further, to authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or the Conservation Commission to apply for, accept and expend any funds that may be provided by the Commonwealth or other public or private sources to defray all or a portion of the costs of said acquisition, including, but not limited to, grants and/or reimbursement from the Commonwealth under the Self-Help Act, G.L. Ch. 132A, Section 11 (now, so-called LAND grants), and the Federal Land and Water Fund grants, which grants and/or funds so received shall be used to repay all or a portion of the sum transferred from the Community Preservation Fund hereunder; and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to grant to the Brewster Conservation Trust or any other qualified organization a perpetual conservation and / or watershed preservation restriction pursuant to the provisions of G.L. Ch. 184, Sections 31-33, in compliance with G.L. Ch. 44B, Section12(a), protecting the property for the purposes for which it is acquired, and to enter into all agreements and execute any and all instruments as may be necessary or convenient to effectuate the foregoing purposes, or take any other action relative thereto. (Community Preservation Committee) (Two-Thirds Required) Community Preservation Committee Member Faythe Ellis: I move to approve Article No. 9 as printed in the warrant. Action on Article No. 9: Adopted by a declared 2/3 Majority. Voter Cards. CAPITAL AND SPECIAL PROJECTS EXPENDITURES ARTICLE NO. 10: To see what sums the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds for the capital outlay expenditures listed below, including, in each case, all incidental and related costs, to be expended by the Town Administrator with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, except School expenditures to be made by the School Superintendent with the approval of the School Committee; authorize leases and lease purchase agreements for more than three but not more than five years for those items to be leased or lease purchased, and further that the Town Administrator with the approval of the Board of Selectmen or School Superintendent with the approval of the School Committee for school items, be authorized to sell, convey, trade-in or otherwise dispose of equipment being replaced, all as set forth below: Department Item Funding Source(s) / Appropriation or Transfer Amount 1 Select Board a. Town Hall Upgrades 86 Office Reconfiguration Cost of Town Hall facility upgrades 86 re-configuring offices General Fund Free Cash $10,000 b. Council on Aging Re-insulation Project Cost for re- insulating portions of the Council on Aging General Fund Free Cash $30,000 c. Town Hall Generator Project Professional services and costs for purchasing and installing new Town Hall Generator, including all General Fund Free Cash $50,000 68 Department Item Funding Source(s) / Appropriation or Transfer Amount 3 Nauset Regional School District related materials and equipment d. Former Natural Resource Garage Professional services and costs related to preparing property for disposition General Fund Free Cash $15,000 Sub-Total $105,000 2 Elementary School Department a. Stony Brook Roof Repairs Costs for repairs to the Stony Brook roof General Fund Free Cash $15,000 Department Item Funding Source(s) / Appropriation or Transfer Amount b.Technology Upgrades and Improvements Ongoing information system and equipment improvements including but not limited to purchase of desktop computers, servers, productivity and office software, backup system, and other hardware / software , switches and access points for wi-fi at Eddy and Stony Brook Elementary Schools General Fund Free Cash $65,000 c.HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Maintenance 86 Repairs Professional services and costs for upgrades, repairs and replacement of HVAC plumbing and electrical systems (equipment, supplies and related software / hardware ) at Eddy and Stony Brook Elementary Schools General Fund Free Cash $25,000 d.Exterior & Interior Painting Project Professional services and costs for interior/ exterior painting at Eddy and Stony Brook Elementary Schools General Fund Free Cash $12,500 Sub-Total $117,500 69 a. Capital Plan Projects Professional services and costs, including procuring, engineering, permitting, repair and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment within the Nauset Middle School and Nauset High School Raise and appropriate $262,138 Sub-Total $262,138 4 Natural Resources a. Beach and Landing Repairs 86 Improvements Professional services and costs for repairs and improvements to various public beaches and public landings throughout town General Fund Free Cash $30,000 Sub-Total $30,000 Department Item Funding Source(s) / Appropriation or Transfer Amount 5 Information Technology a. Payroll and Human Resources Software Upgrade Professional services and costs related to the purchase of software, backup systems and other hardware/ software for a payroll and Human Resources system General Fund Free Cash $25,000 a. Regional Orthoimagery and Planimetrics Project Professional services and costs related to regional aerial photography and GIS data updates General Fund Free Cash $10,043 b. Technology Upgrades and Replacements Professional Services and costs related to information system and equipment improvements including but not limited to purchase of computers, General Fund Free Cash $15,000 70 servers, productivity and office software, backup systems and other hardware / software Sub-Total $50,043 $50,043 6 Water Department a. Construction Account Costs for goods, materials and services to maintain and repair the Town's water system Water Receipts Reserved for Appropriation $90,000 Sub-Total $90,000 7 Department of Public Works a. Tree Work Professional Services tree work and/or removal of trees that are deemed a safety hazard by the Public Works Department General Fund Free Cash $15,000 c. Road & Drainage Projects Professional services, including engineering, permitting and construction costs, for Town road maintenance and drainage projects General Fund Free Cash $50,000 b. Irrigation Projects Professional services, including engineering, permitting and construction costs, for Town irrigation projects General Fund Free Cash $15,000 Sub-Total $80,000 8 Fire Department a. Personal Protective Equipment Costs for purchase of personal protective equipment Ambulance Receipts Reserved for Appropriation $40,000 d. Vehicle Extrication Equipment Costs for purchase of vehicle extrication equipment Ambulance Receipts Reserved for Appropriation $50,000 e. Scheduling & Equipment Maintenance Software Costs for purchase of a scheduling & equipment maintenance software program Ambulance Receipts Reserved for Appropriation $15,000 Sub-Total $105,000 Grand Total $839,681 Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) 71 Select Board Member Ben deRuyter: I move to approve Article No. 10 as printed in the warrant, including funding sources as listed, provided, however, that: item 1C, Town Hall Generator Project be reduced from $50,000 to $20,000, that the sub total for Select Board be reduced from $105,000 to $75,000; and that the total amount to be appropriated under this article be reduced accordingly from $839,681 to $809,681. Action on Article No. 10: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. SPECIAL REVENUE FUND/Cable Franchise Fee Account ARTICLE NO. 11: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate from the Cable Franchise Fee Special Revenue Fund the sum of TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($200,000), for the purpose of offsetting costs associated with providing local cable television related purposes, the sum of including, but not limited to the general public purpose of supporting and promoting public access to the Brewster cable television system; training in the use of local access equipment and facilities; access to community, municipal and educational meeting coverage; use and development of an institutional network and/or municipal info' ____ illation facilities; contracting with local cable programming services providers and/or any other appropriate cable related purposes, and including all incidental and related expenses, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar. ACCEPTANCE OF GRANTS AND GIFTS ARTICLE NO. 12: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen and Elementary School Committee to apply for and accept any and all grants or gifts from Federal, State, and local governments, charitable foundations, private corporations, and individual and private entities, and to expend those funds for the purposes for which grants are authorized; and to authorize the Treasurer, in anticipation of grant proceeds to borrow amounts under and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 7 or 8, or any other enabling authority, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar. REPAIR AND RESURFACE TOWN ROADS/Chapter 90 Funds ARTICLE NO. 13: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to apply for and accept State Grants from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation Highway Division (Chapter 90), and to expend those funds for the purposes of state approved Chapter 90 projects, services, and purchases; and to authorize the Treasurer, in anticipation of grant proceeds to borrow amounts under and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 7 or 8, or any other enabling authority, or take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar. GENERAL STABILIZATION FUND ARTICLE NO. 14: To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) to the General Stabilization Fund pursuant to G.L. Ch. 40, Section 5B, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectman) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Ben deRuyter: I move to approve Article No. 14 as printed in the warrant. 72 Action on Article No. 14: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. FIRE UNION COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT ARTICLE NO. 15: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum of money to be used to fund the cost items of the first fiscal year of the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Town of Brewster and International Association of Firefighters Local 3763, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Dave Whitney: I move to indefinitely postpone Article No. 15. Action on Article No. 15: Adopted Unanimously to Indefinitely Postpone. Voter Cards. POLICE UNION COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT ARTICLE NO. 16: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum of money to be used to fund the cost items of the first fiscal year of the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Town of Brewster and Brewster Police Union, Massachusetts Coalition of Police, Local 332, AFL-CIO, for a term effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Dave Whitney: I move to approve Article No. 16 as printed in the warrant in the amount of $20,307.57 as appropriated at this meeting under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Fringe Benefits budget of Article 5, Town Operating Budget and authorize the Town Accountant to allocate such sum accordingly. Action on Article No. 16: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. SEIU COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT ARTICLE NO. 17: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum of money to fund the cost items of the first fiscal year of the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Town of Brewster and Service Employees International Union, Local 888, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Ned Chatelain: I move to approve Article No. 17 as printed in the warrant in the amount of $21,660.33 with sums as appropriated at this meeting as follows: • $9,370.93 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Fringe Benefits budget of Article 5, Town Operating Budget • $6,794.58 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Water Enterprise Fund, Article 7 • $5,494.52 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Golf Reserve Fund, Article 6 and authorize the Town Accountant to allocate such sums accordingly. Action on Article No. 17: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. • Deputy Moderator Pat Hughes moderated Article No. 18. 73 OPEIU COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT ARTICLE NO. 18: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum of money to be used fund the cost items of the first fiscal year of the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Town of Brewster and Office and Professional Employees International Union, Local 6, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Ned Chatelain: I move to approve Article No. 18 as printed in the warrant in the amount of $20,645.80 with sums as appropriated at this meeting as follows: • $13,104.34 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Fringe Benefits budget of Article 5, Town Operating Budget • $4,576.50 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Water Enterprise Fund, Article 7 • $2,964.96 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Golf Reserve Fund, Article 6 and authorize the Town Accountant to allocate such sums accordingly. Action on Article No. 18: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. LADIES LIBRARY UNION COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT ARTICLE NO. 19: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum of money to be used to fund the cost items for the first fiscal year of the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Brewster Ladies Library Association and the Service Employees International Union, Local 888, Brewster Library Employees, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Member Cindy Bingham: I move to approve Article No. 19 as printed in the warrant in the amount of $3,862.12 as appropriated at this meeting under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Fringe Benefits budget of Article 5, Town Operating Budget and authorize the Town Accountant to allocate such sum accordingly. Action on Article No. 19: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. NON-UNION PERSONNEL WAGE FUNDING ARTICLE NO. 20: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum of money to fund wage and salary adjustments effective July 1, 2020 for eligible and non-union employees dictated by the Compensation Plan developed pursuant to the Personnel Bylaw, Section 36-4 of the Brewster Town Code, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee: I move to approve Article No. 19 as printed in the warrant in the amount of $142,480.06 with sums as appropriated at this meeting as follows: • $125,504.23 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Fringe Benefits budget of Article 5, Town Operating Budget • $5,943.92 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Water Enterprise Fund, Article 7 74 • $9,037.68 under the Contractual Obligations line item of the Golf Reserve Fund, Article 6 • $1,994.23 from the Crosby Mansion Revolving Fund and authorize the Town Accountant to allocate such sums accordingly. Action on Article No. 20: Adopted Unanimously. Voter Cards. TOWN CODE AMENDMENT/Placement of Articles ARTICLE NO. 21: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Code of the Town of Brewster, Chapter 48, by revising Section 10 by inserting the underlined text, as follows; § 48-10 Placement of articles. The Town will address the placement of articles on the Town Meeting warrant by lottery on the Town Meeting floor. All articles, excepting the Town's operating budget, the schools operating budget, Capital and Special Project Expenditures, Community Preservation Articles, transfer from Capital Stabilization fund, transfer from General Stabilization fund, the consent calendar and debt obligation articles shall be placed in a "fish bowl" or other suitable container to be drawn randomly by the Town Moderator, and each article shall be considered according to the order in which it is drawn; provided, however, that articles deemed by the Moderator to be substantively related and best acted upon together, or articles so identified in the warrant, may in the Moderator's discretion be treated as a single article for purposes of such drawing. Or to take any other action related thereto. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar. CITIZEN PETITON/Commercial Single-Use Plastic Water Bottle Ban ARTICLE NO. 22: To see if the Town will vote to adopt the following as a general by-law and to insert it into the Code of the Town of Brewster Massachusetts. Section 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 1 gallon in the Town of Brewster. Enforcement of this regulation will begin September 1, 2021. Section 2. Definitions A single-use plastic bottle is a beverage container made from any type of plastic resin. Section 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. Section 4. Enforcement Enforcement of this article shall be the responsibility of the Town Manager or his/her designee. The Town Manager shall deter __ mine 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 non-criminal disposition fine as specified in G. L. Chapter 40 § 21D. The following penalties apply: • First violation: Written warning • Second violation: $150 fine • Third and subsequent violation: $300 fine Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate violation, incurring additional fines. Any such fines collected shall be payable to the Town of Brewster. Rationale: 75 Single-use plastic bottles impact environmental health, and the health and longevity of other species, who may ingest plastic as food. Ultimately, plastic re-enters the human food chain where the adverse consequences are both know and emerging. Plastics pollute and impact our environment across their lifecycle from production to use to disposal. Over 1,500 single-use plastic water bottles are used and discarded in the U.S. per second. Elimination of the use of single-use plastic water bottles will have a significant impact on future plastic-based pollution including the nation's greenhouse gas footprint and is consistent with protection of the natural environment in Brewster, Barnstable County, our nation and our earth, which we have a common responsibility to protect and steward. (Citizen Petition) (Majority Vote Required) Citizen Vic Roberts: I move to approve Article No. 22 as printed in the warrant. Citizen Pat Hughes: I move to refer Article No. 22 to committee. Action on Pat Hughes motion: Defeated. Counted; 82-Yes - 165-No Select Board Member Ben deRuyter: I move to amend Article No. 22 to replace the 2 instances of Town Manager with Town Administrator. Action on Amendment by Ben deRuyter: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. Action on Amended Main Motion: Adopted by a Majority. Voter Cards. CITIZEN PETITON/5 Year Cost Estimate to Operate Dog Park ARTICLE NO. 23: To see if the Town will direct the Board of Selectmen to require a 5-year estimated administration, operations and maintenance plan with proposed budget, to include the method and cost of addressing waste containment and disposal, to be presented to the taxpayers before Town meeting may allocate any Town land for the development of a Dog Park; or to take any other action relative thereto. (Citizen Petition) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar to refer to Committee. CITIZEN PETITON/Climate Emergency and Net Zero Declaration ARTICLE NO. 24: To see if the Town will vote to approve the following: Be it resolved that the Town of Brewster recognizes that the climate emergency - driven by human activity including fossil fuel consumption and land use practices leading to global warming, rising seas, deadly storms, dangerous heat waves, acidifying oceans, and melting ice sheets - poses a threat to the health, safety, and economic security of our residents, especially our children and future generations, and to our natural resources. The Town of Brewster therefore adopts the following policy objectives: (1) Reduce net greenhouse gas emissions from human activity within and by the Town to zero at the earliest technically and economically feasible time, and (2) Reduce the Town's vulnerability to climate change. Further, the Town requests that the Select Board and Town Administration integrate these priorities into their strategic planning efforts, direct all Town officers and departments to take such measures within the scope of their respective responsibilities and authority as may be necessary and prudent to facilitate such policy objectives, and actively engage the community in moving these initiatives forward. (Citizen Petition) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar to refer to Committee. 76 CITIZEN PETITION/Private Road Betterment ARTICLE NO. 25: ARTICLE 157 - 9 and 157 - 20 Repair by Town. To see if the Town will vote, regarding only the number of abutters who must sign a petition requesting a road Betterment, to amend sections 9 and 20 of Article 157 as follows: Every instance of the words "more than fifty percent," "fifty percent plus one" or "majority" shall be replaced by the words "two-thirds" 66.7% rounded up to the next highest whole number," or take any other action relative thereto. (Citizen Group) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar to refer to Committee. TOWN CODE AMENDMENT/Private Road Betterment ARTICLE NO. 26: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Code of the Town of Brewster, Chapter 157, by revising Section 20, as shown below, with text to be deleted noted by strikethrough and text to be inserted show in bold and underline, as follows; § 157-20 Repair by Town. A. In the event that a group of property owners who own property on a private road which has been open for public use for at least five years wish the Town of Brewster to finance the repair of their private way, they shall engage an engineer experienced in road construction and repair who shall survey the road in question to develop a plan for the repair of that private road which shall take into consideration the need for additional drainage, new berms, driveway aprons to protect the edges of the repaired road, the filling of existing cracks and the application of one or more layers of bituminous concrete. B. The plan shall specify the projected useful life of the repaired private way, and in no event shall the projected useful life be less than 15 years. All costs of preparing the plan, obtaining cost estimates and preparing the petition described below shall be the exclusive responsibility of the petitioners. C. After the plan has been prepared, the property owners' engineer shall secure at least three bids from established contractors to complete the work outlined in the engineer's plan. After receipt of the bids, the property owners shall prepare a petition to the Select Board for the Town of Brewster to finance the work in an amount certain, including a ten-percent contingency amount. The petition shall list the parcels by lot number and map number together with the owners' names of record with a space for each owner to place his or her signature. The petition must state that each signature represents an irrevocable agreement by each signatory to repay to the Town of Brewster, through the mechanism of a betterment added to each owner's real estate tax bill, his or her pro-rata share of the total amount to be financed plus interest and administrative costs, which Town administrative costs shall not exceed 4% of the project. The petition shall not be presented to the Selectmen unless 50% of all the abutters to the road plus one more abutter shall have agreed to the project and its financial commitment by having signed it. D. The petition, accompanied by the engineer's plan, a map of the private way to be repaired and backup for the cost estimates shall be submitted to the Selectmen's Office on or before November 30. The Selectmen shall refer every such petition to the Assessor's Office for verification of signatures and confirmation that more than 50% of abutters have signed. The Selectmen shall consider all submitted petitions that pass the Assessor's examination prior to December 31. If the Selectmen determine that the proposed repairs are in the public interest and if the Selectmen determine that these repairs are within the financial capability of the Town, the Select Board shall refer each petition so determined to the Planning Board which shall conduct a public hearing on each petition on or before February 28 to evaluate the plan, examine the cost estimates and hear from both the abutters and the general public. The Planning Board shall either endorse the plan by a simple majority vote and return it to the Selectmen, recommend changes in costs or scope of the plan or disapprove the plan by a simple majority vote. E. If the Planning Board approves any such plan, the Select Board may place the plan on the warrant for the next Annual any special or annual Town Meeting. If the Planning 77 Board suggests modifications or changes in scope of costs, the Select Board may, at its option, send out proxies to the abutters noting scope and cost changes or it may return the project to the petitioners. If proxies are sent out, they must be returned at least 45 days prior to by March 31 if the project is to be considered at the Annual Town Meeting at which they are to be considered. If the proxies are returned by March 31 within such time, the Selectmen may place the project on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant, provided that more than 50% of the abutters approve the revisions. Long-term financing may be issued for said project by the Town for up to a fifteen-year period. F. If the Annual Town Meeting votes to endorse and finance the project, the engineer who did the original plan shall be named "Project Manager." He shall prepare a new request for quotations with the bids to be directed to the Town Administrator. The Project Manager and the Town Administrator shall select the best bid to do the work. The Project Manager shall advise the Superintendent of Public Works 48 hours in advance of each phase of the project and certify, in writing, to the Superintendent of Public Works that each phase of the work has been completed to the Project Manager's satisfaction. The Superintendent of Public Works shall inspect the completed work and certify to the Town Accountant that the work is completed so that payment can be made. G. For a group of private roads within a subdivision in which membership in a neighborhood property owners' association is automatic or mandatory, the same procedure shall be used for any petition filed on or after July 1, 2019, provided that: (1) So long as a majority of the owners of the lots abutting the group of private ways to be repaired signs the petition required by Subsection B above. Where a lot has frontage on, and derives access from, more than one group of roads, the owner of such lot shall be entitled to only one vote. Owners of lots that are assessed as unbuildable and lots that may not be built upon pursuant to a deed restriction, conservation restriction or other recorded instrument shall not be entitled to vote, and such lots shall not be subject to betterment assessments hereunder.; and (2) So long as the group of private ways to be repaired is owned or controlled,. directly or indirectly, by the neighborhood association or its members. H. The Town of Brewster shall incur no liability for any damages of any nature whatsoever arising from the project by virtue of the Town's agreeing to finance any repair of a private subdivision way. The abutters who accept Town financing shall be deemed to have indemnified and held the Town harmless against any and all such claims. I. Any private way improved under the provisions of this bylaw need not be brought up to full Town road standards. Any private way improved under the provisions of this bylaw shall continue to remain a private way. (Board of Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required) Adopted by a Majority under the Consent Calendar to refer to Committee. Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee: I move that the Town vote to dissolve the 2020 Annual Town Meeting. Action on Motion: Adopted Unanimously. Voice. The Annual Town Meeting of September 12th, 2020 was dissolved at 11:40am. A True Copy Attest; Colette M. Williams, CMMC/CMC Town Clerk, Brewster, MA 78 Annual Town Election - June 23, 2020 Report of the Annual Town Election June 23, 2020 In accordance with the Warrant, the inhabitants of Brewster, qualified to vote in the Annual Town Election met at the Brewster Baptist Church Hall, Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020. Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic and Massachusetts being under a Declared State of Emergency, the State enacted Special Legislation, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020, to allow for Early Voting ballots to be made available to any requestor for a local municipal election. This legislation also allowed for the postponement of any municipal election occurring during the Declared State of Emergency. The Town of Brewster Select Board opted to postpone the originally scheduled May Annual Town Election until June 23, 2020. The Town, concerned for the safety of its residents and the integrity of the Annual Town Election robustly advertised the availability of Early Voting Ballots via a reverse 911 phone call, advertisement on the Town's website, Facebook, Twitter, a notice in tax bills, notices placed in the Council on Aging Newsletter, the Friends of Brewster Library Newsletter, the Historical Society Newsletter to acknowledge an example of the advertising. Early Voting Ballots Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Total Requested 248 269 164 681 Returned 85 Counted 200 248 129 577 Returned Late/Not Returned 9/39 10/11 5/30 24/80 Absentee Voting Ballots Requested 83 104 77 264 Returned 85 Counted 68 82 61 211 Returned Late/Not Returned 2/ 13 4/18 3/ 13 9/44 Visited the Polls in Person 118 61 124 303 The polls were declared open at 10:00 a.m. The elections workers duly sworn-in were; Curt Taylor; Warden, Sharon Ryone, Precinct One Clerk, June Cameron, Precinct Two Clerk; and Cynthia Mathison, Precinct Three Clerk. The Checkers and counters were; Sally Andreola, David Briggs, George Carey, Jim Holland, Jane Lowey, Tammi Mason, Christine Rossiter, Noah Smith, Pamela Smith, Elbert Uleshoeffer, Karen Whitney, Charles Winn and Jayanne Sci, Assistant Town Clerk. Board of Registrar members Ted Nabywaniec and Frank Smith were also present. The polls were closed at 2:00 p.m. with the following results: Total votes cast in Precinct 1: 386 Total votes cast in Precinct 2: 391 Total votes cast in Precinct 3: 314 Total votes cast: 1091 Registered voters: 8099 13.5% voter participation. 79 Annual Town Election - June 23, 2020 Board of Selectmen Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Total For Three Years Blanks 72 78 54 204 *Edward B. Chatelain 306 312 254 872 Write-Ins 8 1 6 15 Total 386 391 314 1091 Board of Health (2) For Three Years Blanks 377 396 311 1084 *Annette L. Graczewski 316 316 261 893 *Write-In *Jean Kampas 74 70 50 194 Write-Ins - All others 5 0 6 11 Total 772 782 628 2182 Brewster School Committee(2) For Three Years Blanks 196 209 152 557 *Judith Anne Lech 279 275 229 783 *Christine Jayne Peterson 285 286 231 802 Write-In David Danish 6 4 6 16 Write-In Nicole Camp 2 4 5 11 Write-In Tom Fitzgibbons 3 4 1 8 Write-Ins - All others 1 0 4 5 Total 772 782 628 2182 Brewster School Committee Unexpired Two Year Term Blanks 81 64 55 200 *Katie Miller Jacobus 295 320 252 867 Write-ins 10 7 7 24 Total 386 391 314 1091 Moderator For One Year Blanks 51 69 46 166 *Charles L. Sumner 332 319 263 914 Write-ins 3 3 5 11 Total 386 391 314 1091 Constable For One Year Blanks 58 68 60 186 *Roland W. Bassett, Jr. 328 323 254 905 Write-In 0 0 0 0 Total 386 391 314 1091 Recreation Commission (2) For Three Years Blanks 199 189 147 535 *Roland W. Bassett, Jr. 297 293 248 838 *Brandon Leon Rice 276 300 233 809 Write-Ins 0 0 0 0 Total 772 782 628 2182 80 Planning Board (2) Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Total For Five Years Blanks 207 189 147 543 *Kari Sue Hoffmann 284 296 248 828 *Elizabeth G. Taylor 279 296 232 807 Write-Ins 2 1 1 4 Total 772 782 628 2182 Old Kings Hwy Reg'l Historic District Committee For Four Years Blanks 87 86 59 232 *Carol E. Appleton 298 305 255 858 Write-Ins 1 0 0 1 Total 386 391 314 1091 Nauset Reg'l School District Committee For Three Years Blanks 213 242 187 642 Write-In Nicole Camp 32 28 37 97 Write-In David Danish 41 33 24 98 *Write-In Tom Fitzgibbons 99 79 57 235 Write-Ins All Others 1 9 9 19 Total 386 391 314 1091 Housing Authority For Five Years Blanks 374 389 299 1062 *Write-In Barbara Burgo 7 1 8 16 Write-In All Others 5 1 7 13 Total 386 391 314 1091 Housing Authority Unexpired Three Year Term Blanks 367 380 299 1046 *Write-In Barbara Burgo 19 9 15 43 Write-In 0 2 0 2 Total 386 391 314 1091 Non-Binding Public Opinion Advisory Question "Shall the Town of Brewster request the Board of Selectmen to communicate to Governor Baker and the State Legislature that the Town favors using all means available at the Plymouth Nuclear Power Plant to ensure that: (1) spent nuclear fuel be secured in better quality dry casks and hardened onsite, storage; and (2) spent fuel pool and casks be protected with heightened security to prevent intrusion in order to protect the health, welfare, and economic interests of the Town?" 66 73 62 201 297 300 237 834 23 18 15 56 386 391 314 1091 A True Copy Attest; Colette M. Williams, CMMC/CMC Town Clerk Brewster, MA Blanks *Yes No Total 81 Report of the Assembly of Delegates Overview. The Assembly of Delegates is the legislative branch of Cape Cod Regional Government (also known as Barnstable County government). Each town in the County is represented by a Delegate elected by the town’s voters for a two-year term. Each Delegate’s vote is weighted to the percentage of the County’s population that resides in that Delegate’s town, based upon the 2020 United States Decennial Census. Legislative Powers of the Assembly. The legislative powers of county government are vested in the Assembly of Delegates, and except as provided in the Barnstable County Home Rule Charter, the acts of the Assembly of Delegates are required to be by ordinance or resolution. The public can participate in the Assembly’s meetings and public hearings. Assembly Meetings. The Assembly of Delegates typically hold regular meetings on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. at the Barnstable County Complex, 3195 Main Street, Barnstable. Meetings moved to a virtual format in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Assembly Meetings routinely include an update from the Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners the County Administrator on executive branch activities. During the pandemic the Assembly was regularly briefed by County health officials on County COVID data and services being provided including testing. Assembly Delegates received updates on a variety of County services and issues including shark activity, solid waste and recycling, and establishment of a County Food Access Coordinator position. County Budget. The Assembly reviews and adopts the County budget each year. The process typically takes place annually between February and May. Legislative Action. These Ordinances were adopted by the Assembly during 2020: ORDINANCE ACTION ADOPTED 20-01 Barnstable County Lab Fee increases 2/19/20 20-02 FY20 County operating budget supplemental appropriation for Fire Academy Training Equipment contract of $75,000 3/4/20 20-03 FY21 County Capital Budget 5/6/20 20-04 FY21 County Operating Budget 5/6/20 20-05 FY21 Cape Cod Commission Operating Budget 5/6/20 20-06 FY21 County Dredge Operating Budget 5/6/20 20-07 Update to Cape Cod Commission Regional Policy Plan 5/6/20 20-08 FY20 County operating budget supplemental appropriation for legal services associated with solar lease review and analysis $25,000 6/17/20 20-09 To authorize the County to enter into a License Agreement with the Cape Cod Chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA). 7/1/2020 20-10 To revise and amend the Barnstable County Home Rule Charter to include a Recall provision for the removal from office of a member of the Board of Regional Commissioners. 9/2/2020 20-11 To add to the County’s Dredge operating budget for the FY 2021, as enacted in Ordinance 20-06, by making supplemental appropriations for the FY 2021. 9/16/2020 20-12 To add to the County’s operating budget for the FY 2021, as enacted in Ordinance 20-04, by making supplemental appropriations for FY 2021. 9/12/2020 82 20-13 To add to the County’s operating budget for the FY 2021, as enacted in Ordinance 20-04, by making supplemental appropriations for FY 2021. 10/7/2020 20-14 To add to the County's operating budget for the FY 2021, as enacted in Ordinance No. 20-04, by making supplemental appropriations for FY 2021. 10/21/2020 20-15 To authorize Barnstable County to create special stabilization funds into which monies may be transferred and reserved for later appropriation for any lawful purpose. 10/21/2020 20-16 To authorize Barnstable County to create a General Stabilization Fund for the purpose of setting aside funds to be invested to secure reserves for a variety of projects and other needs. 10/21/2020 20-17 To authorize Barnstable County to create a Capital Stabilization Fund for the purpose of setting aside funds that are to be invested to secure reserves for future capital purchases. 10/21/2020 20-18 To authorize Barnstable County to create an Emergency Stabilization fund for the purpose of setting aside funds that are to be invested to secure reserves for unforeseen emergencies. 10/21/2020 20-19 To transfer funds for the fiscal year 2021, to the Capital Stabilization Fund, Emergency Stabilization Fund, and General Stabilization Fund, by making transfers from the unreserved fund balance for FY 2021, in the amount of $3,000,000. 10/21/2020 2020 Town Representation on the Assembly Town Weighted Vote Delegate Barnstable 20.92% Patrick Princi (Deputy Speaker) Bourne 9.15% Linda Zuern Brewster 4.55% Mary Chaffee Chatham 2.84% Randi Potash Dennis 6.58% John Ohman Eastham 2.30% J. Terence Gallagher Falmouth 14.61% Susan Moran (until 5/20); Douglas Brown (sworn 7/20) Harwich 5.67% Elizabeth Harder Mashpee 6.49% Thomas O’Hara Orleans 2.73% Christopher Kanaga Provincetown 1.36% Brian O’Malley Sandwich 9.58% James Killion Truro 0.93% Deborah McCutcheon Yarmouth 11.02% E. Suzanne McAuliffe (Speaker) Wellfleet 1.27% Lilli-Ann Green 100.00% Barnstable County Information • County Government website: https://www.barnstablecounty.org • Brewster Assembly Delegate Mary Chaffee: mary.chaffee@barnstable.county.org • Assembly Clerk Owen Fletcher: (508) 375-6761 or owen.fletcher@barnstablecounty.org Respectfully submitted, Mary Chaffee Assembly Delegate, Town of Brewster 83 Report of the Agriculture Commission The Brewster Agricultural Commission, established in 2005, has seven members and an alternate. To identify and serve the agricultural interests of Brewster, the following definitions of ‘farming’ and ‘agriculture’ are used, as per MGL Chapter 128 Sec. 1A. • Farming in all its branches, the cultivation and tillage of the soil • Dairying • Production, cultivation, growing, and harvesting of any agricultural, aquacultural, floricultural, viticultural or horticultural commodities • Growing/harvesting of forest products on forest land, lumbering • Raising livestock, including horses • Keeping horses as a commercial enterprise • Keeping, raising poultry, swine, cattle, ratites, camelids, other domesticated animals for food, Ag purposes, bees, fur animals. FEDERAL: The Natural Resources Conservation Services provides technical/financial help to agricultural land owners to plan/implement conservation practices that benefit target species. It has funding to help landowners protect and restore wetlands and buy Agricultural Land Easements. STATE of MASSACHUSETTS: MA Dept. of Agriculture Resources (MDAR): Works to ensure the long-term viability of agriculture: Ag Conservation & Tech Assistance, Ag Markets, Animal Health, Crop/Pest Services to support, regulate, enhance the rich diversity of agriculture and promote economically, environmentally sound food safety, animal health, energy conservation and production. Agricultural Preservation Restrictions (APRs): Over 932+ farms, 73,768+ acres have been permanently preserved for agricultural use. In 2020, the APR program permanently preserved almost four hundred acres of the best MA farmland at a cost of almost $3 million. Massachusetts Animal Fund: addresses animal homelessness, spaying/neutering, and training of Animal Control Officers. Since 2014 – over 13,000 cats and dogs have been neutered, all paid for by donations. Over 2.7 million in funds have been spent. Contact: massanimalfund.com Covid-19 and Food Security To mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 and food insecurity on Ag and the food industry, MDAR launched MassGrown Exchange to provide a business-to-business platform for farmers, fishers, food buyers and ag-related businesses to connect, exchange, find products and services. $22.4 million was awarded to 191 projects. The FY21 budget included $30M for the MA Emergency Food Assistance Program funds to position the food banks and food pantries they serve to meet the increasing demands of food insecurity, but also benefit farmers that participate as vendors. Covid Survey MDAR is conducting a survey to gain insights from the farming community on the impact of COVID-19 on Massachusetts agriculture. Your response will help the Commonwealth understand the effects of COVID-19 on the agricultural economy, and may result in future programs and funding to help serve your local community as we enter the 2021 production season. Take Survey here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/MDARWinter2020Survey Apiary Updates: MA has a large/diverse beekeeping industry, with 4-5,000 bee-keepers managing 40-45,000 hives. Over 45% of agricultural commodities in MA rely on bees for crop pollination. Check out the 2021 state Apiary and beekeeping workshops at mass.gov/agr • Recently Lost a Colony and Not Sure Why? • Want to Document Your Losses and/or Surviving Colony? • Want to Learn about Managing Varroa mites in Your Colonies? • Want a Health Inspection of Your Honey Bee Colonies? • Want to Register Your Apiary and Honey Bee Colonies? • Complete the MA Honey Bee Health Survey: get a “BEE AWARE” sign. Visit the MDAR Apiary Program Website! Register your hive(s) now! 84 The Administration has awarded $22.4 million to support 19 Apiary Programs. Get to Zoomin’ Virtually in 2021 with the New England Honey Bee Update with continuing sessions with regional apiary inspectors. Join the Apiary Program mailing list by submitting your email address using the link: www.mass.gov/forms/join-the-apiary-program- mailing-list. Note the NEW Apiary Program Message Line phone number: 508-281-6784. State Agricultural Officials Urge Residents to Check Plants for Spotted Lanternfly: Check for signs of spotted lanternfly adults in any potted plants that you have received over the holiday season and report any potential sightings of this pest on MDAR’s online reporting form by taking photographs and collecting a specimen if possible. Look for large, gray insects, about one inch long, with black spots and red underwings. Early detection plays an important role in the protection of the economic and ecological resources of MA from invasive species. Spotted Lantern Fly MDAR Seeks to Assist CSA Farms: To increase sales to farms, MDAR has a directory of CSA farmers that are interested in partnering with corporate headquarters in Massachusetts as drop off sites. Rebecca.Davidson@mass.gov The Climate Change Working Group is improving programs and creating new ones to make agriculture more climate change resilient. Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture has emergency funds for farms affected by extreme weather events. Marijuana & Hemp: The Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has marijuana jurisdiction with one exception, Industrial Hemp, now under MDAR. A non-psychoactive marijuana species, Industrial Hemp contains less than 3% THC, the compound that makes marijuana psychoactive. With no recreational value, it is processed for many uses. It’s a crop! MDAR’s Pesticide Program is keeping track of what is and isn’t permissible to use on any Cannabis, Marijuana or Hemp. One hundred hemp farms were licensed in 2020. BARNSTABLE COUNTY: Cape Cod Cooperative Extension Service: focuses on agriculture, marine research, horticulture, aquaculture, natural resources, tick-borne disease, water quality, youth development, recycling, household hazardous waste, environmental education and the Buy Fresh Buy Local Program, buyfreshbuylocalcapecod.org. Ticks: Lyme disease, the most prevalent infectious disease in Massachusetts, is considered a public health crisis. Deer Ticks can also carry Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis and Relapsing Fever. Lone Star Tick populations are expanding and carry their own diseases. Lone Star bites may result in a red meat allergy. Watch Larry Dapsis, the County Entomologist’s Tickology YouTube series. *Use a 3-Point Protection Plan: Protect Yourself, Protect Your Yard, Protect Your Pets. “One bite can change your life, but tick-borne diseases are preventable.” Permethrin is the only product that provides effective, long-lasting protection: applied to clothing, including footwear, NOT skin. It repels and kills ticks. ldapsis@barnstablecounty.org *Barnstable County residents can send a tick to the UMass Lab of Medical Zoology. Due to the pandemic, this program has been temporarily suspended. www.TickReport.com Meet Your Local Farmers: The Harwich Conservation Trust and Cape & Islands Farm Bureau sponsor local farmers to exhibit products and promote farms. The Harwich Community Center growing season kick off has been postponed until 2022 due to the pandemic. License Plate Grants: The Cape Cod Commission administers license plate grants funded through the County's share of Cape and Islands License plate revenues. In 2020, $25,000 was awarded to Sustainable Cape: Center 85 for Ag Preservation and Education to expand access to locally grown and produced foods BREWSTER: Farmers Market: The Historical Society’s Farmer’s Market, next to Drummer Boy Park, thanks you for your participation in its 2020 curbside market. Look for the return of the open air 2021 market at the Windmill! Options for curbside pickup will be available as well! Aquaculture: The Brewster Aquaculture Association: There are 10 active sea farms continuing to produce that delectable bivalve the “Brewster Oyster” and distribute to local restaurants and seafood retailers. Kept in mesh bags, trays or cages firmly anchored against wind, wave and current, oysters are protected from predators. Oysters filter up to five liters of water per hour removing plankton and other nutrients. The Bay environment with its pristine waters creates the distinct flavor of the Brewster American Oyster giving it a definitive "bite". Three years of sorting/sizing/ transplanting produces an oyster for market; larger, more robust than the state minimum. Size, plus a defined cup, sets the “Brewster Oyster” apart. Approximately 473,224 oysters were harvested in 2020, a 21% decrease from the 2020 harvest. The markets for oysters were severely affected by the closure of restaurants due to Covid-19. The Town of Brewster partnered with Woods Hole Sea Grant/Cape Cod Cooperative Extension to purchase oysters from Brewster growers and make them available to the recreational fishery. The USDA/SBA have partnered with SCORE to provide mentoring and education to thousands of startup and existing Agri-businesses. Capecod.score.org provides assistance to Agri-businesses. Cranberry Harvest: UMASS Cranberry Research Station, East Wareham, is an outreach and research center with publications, e.g. the “Neighbor to Neighbor” guide to educate residents and visitors. Contact: cranberry@umass.edu. The Cape Cod Cranberry Growers Association (CCCGA) assists with problems; works to ensure that cranberry farming can survive urbanization and preserve open space and clean water, vital to cranberry growing. info@cranberries.org 2020 spring had dangerous frost nights in 3 out of 10 days, fewer frost nights on Cape. High temps were a concern for the summer season, with rainfall lagging behind previous years. Some growers could not frost protect in the fall nor water harvest because they did not have adequate water. In general, the crop in Massachusetts appeared to be fairly average, but was down about 2% from 2019. A number of growers tried Solar Panels on their bogs and got a good crop. Scale insects and Cranberry Weevil presented the biggest challenges, while Gypsy and Winter Moths were way down. Golden Case bearer populations were expanding. Pollinators are still in trouble. With ten species of bumble bees in 2000, now only one is seen, Bombus impatiens. There are approx. 51 acres of cranberry bogs in Brewster. The 2020 crop yielded a state-wide average of approx. 141 barrels per acre (440-540 cranberries = pound, 44,000-54,000 cranberries =100 lb. barrel. State average production was down about 2%. Cape Cod & Islands Farm Bureau: The Agriculture Commission works closely with the Bureau. A grassroots organization for more than 70 years, it helps make farming more profitable and the community a better place to live; offering assistance to farmers, as well as the general public. Help with Agricultural Conflicts: Ever found yourself in a conflict with local, regional, state, federal government or neighbors over your agricultural operation? The Commission will mediate conflicts and has an excellent track record solving issues on behalf of farmers Agricultural Commission 2198 Main St. Brewster, MA 02631 or 508-896-3701. 86 The Agriculture Commission assists the Building Commissioner, Town Departments, Boards, Committees, residents with Agricultural issues. On behalf of Brewster’s agricultural heritage…the harvest goes on….. Respectfully submitted, Peter Herrmann, Chair Stephan Brown Anthony Holguin Rebecca Howes David Miller Robert Richardson Jane Weber This chart illustrates the comparatives size and coloration of the Deer Tick (at the top), the newly arrived Lone Star Tick (in the middle) and the Dog Tick (at the bottom of the picture) 87 Report of the Alewife Committee On January 4, 2020 we all lost Dana Condit; a long- time steward of our herring, the mill sites and the run. His knowledge, dedication and work to maintain and protect the herring and the run will be sorely missed. The number of herring returning to our run last spring was over 200,000 according to our electronic fish counter; about 200,000 less than the year before. The water in the ponds did not get to the ideal temperature of 50 degrees that the herring seem to prefer until well into April. We encourage the public to protect the spawning habitat of all the ponds. We also ask the public to refrain from handling the herring or obstructing their passage up Stony Brook and into the ponds. We are currently in a design phase regarding repairs to the wall at the seining pool, the wall between the run and the head race pool and also the weirs on the north side of the road. We thank our volunteers and the Natural Resources staff for help maintaining and manning the fish counter. A special thanks to the town Department of Public Works for their maintenance of the Mill Sites. Respectfully submitted, Alewife Committee On January 4, 2020 we all lost Dana Condit; a long-time steward of our herring, the mill sites and the run. His knowledge, dedication and work to maintain and protect the herring and the run will be sorely missed. Dana Condit talking to Brewster 3rd Graders about the herring run in 2013. 88 Report of the Animal Inspector of Barns To the Board of Health and the Citizens of Brewster: As the appointed Animal Inspector of Barns it is my responsibility to conduct the Annual Animal Census for the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources. In order to mitigate risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of infectious disease, routine annual barn inspections/animal census were suspended until the fall of 2021, due to the C0VID-19 Pandemic. Fifty-two Barn Permits were issued by the Brewster Health Department during 2020. Despite the suspension of routine barn inspections, complaints and emergency situations were responded to accordingly. I would like to extend a special thanks to Lynda Brogden Burns, Animal Control Officer and the Brewster Police Department for their continued support. Respectfully submitted, Sherrie McCullough, Animal Inspector of Barns 89 Report of the BGTV Video Services Coordinator BGTV Stats and Report for the year 2020 (Jan. 1st through Dec. 31st) This is to summarize accomplishments and progress in Brewster Government Television’s (BGTV) development for the year 2020. Essentially my services to the Town of Brewster encompass the production, publishing, and distribution of video and photographic content to Brewster residents and nonresidents and staff via BGTV, the town’s web site, social media sites, and other local and regional cable channels. A Cable franchise fund from the town’s agreement with Comcast provides the funding of equipment and personnel to facilitate and operate BGTV. Special Acknowledgement As always I would like to acknowledge and commend the Select Board, Town Administration, Town Department Heads, and the many other town boards, committees, volunteers and residents who submit themselves on a regular basis to being videotaped for the sake of broadcasting on cable TV to facilitate a transparent process of open government for the citizens of Brewster. BGTV and the additional access provided on the web for video content are a productive means in streamlining the legislative process for residents and seasonal residents alike. Additionally I would like to acknowledge all the above mentioned for their cooperation and patience during the trying circumstances brought about by the Covid virus during this challenging year. This year saw BGTV operations move into the virtual realm in order to facilitate town business on a timely basis. All the following programming statistics are related to the time period Jan. 1st, 2020, to Dec. 31st, 2020. • The town paid JP Ludwig Consulting Services $85,790.50 for 1,418.75 hours of contract services for the calendar year in 2020. • This was a record-setting year for in- house productions. The town produced 322 (compared to 271 in 2019) first-run programs (the programs J.P. Ludwig Consulting produced on behalf of the town). Add that to the programs produced elsewhere, the County, State, other towns, PSAs, repeats from past years, etc., and overall there was a little over that aired a total of 2,310 hours of programming other than the Electronic Bulletin Board on BGTV in 2020. o Board of Selectmen - 44 first-run programs that aired 257 times o Finance Committee - 20 first-run programs that aired 64 times o Planning Board - 17 first-run programs that aired 58 times o Conservation Commission – 24 first-run programs that aired 77 times o Brewster School Committee - 11 first-run programs that aired 30 times o Town Meetings - 1 first-run program that aired 21 times o Board of Health - 19 first-run programs that aired 71 times o Zoning Board of Appeals - 11 first-run programs that aired 32 times o Golf Commission - 15 first-run programs that aired 36 times o Brewster Ladies Library – Few productions due to Covid 90 o Stony Brook Elementary & Eddy School s - No productions due to Covid o Specials and Events – Few productions due to Covid. o Nauset Regional School District – Meetings were mainly produced virtually by the town of Eastham. The meetings will be produced by the town of Brewster in the beginning of 2021. • Other Meetings – Because of the vast expansion of virtual meetings due to the Covid virus there were numerous additions of boards, committees, subcommittees, etc., produced by BGTV staff. Adaptations to equipment at town hall made for a smooth transition, considering the circumstances, so that the day-to-day functions of local municipal government continued unabated with all-inclusive participation and adherence to Massachusetts open meeting law. • Lower Cape TV (LCTV) has continued their productions of local programs in 2020. In 2020 LCTV produced numerous programs that aired on BGTV. These were mostly shorts, PSAs, and short news items of local interest. LCTV has also partnered with the town on producing PSAs directly related to informing the public about issues in Brewster. The cable franchise fund from the town’s agreement with Comcast helps provide the funding of equipment and personnel to facilitate and operate LCTV along with four other Outer Cape towns’ funds. • Barnstable County - 34 first-run programs that aired 47 times that included: Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates, County Commissioners, Cape Cod Commission, and a few others. • In 2020 the Governor Charlie Baker administration did video press conferences 2 or 3 times weekly for current updates on the state government’s response to the Covid virus. We obtained and continue downloading these programs from the state off of a server and have been airing them regularly on BGTV. • Time Machine, which consists of government-produced archive programs downloaded from Archive.org The numbers mentioned above do not include live broadcasts, or the numerous PSAs (Public Service Announcements) aired on BGTV. Also worth noting are the numerous announcements that are shown on the Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB) describing events in town going on at places like the Council on Aging, Ladies’ Library, Town Hall, etc. All of BGTV programing is archived not only on the cloud-based newly acquired application Reflect, but also on a large storage server at town hall. There is also another backup of all these programs on hard drives in the vault at town hall, as well as the Earth Channel archive for programs up to early 2020. Cablecast VOD Reflect 2020 Statistics: The Reflect application platform on the town web site allows easier access through better organization and search abilities for on- demand programs and is compatible to all iOS devices, smart phones, PCs, iPad, iPhone, Droid, etc. It also has reporting abilities (analytics) so data can be gathered for analysis. Maintaining the Reflect system for the town is part of my job description. There were a total of 4,051 (compared to 10,260 in 2019) on demand sessions on the new reflect platform. 91 One may notice that there is a fluctuation in the on- demand sessions in comparison to last year. Overall the on-demand sessions are down by a huge percentage. Various factors such as contentious issues, projects, finances, etc. contribute to an increase/decrease in interests of certain committees and boards over other government meetings causing these fluctuations. This year’s statistics were difficult to calculate as the town switched VOD platforms after being 3 months into the year and the public was slow to reference the new system. Next year VOD statistics will be more accurate Town of Brewster Vimeo Channel: It is also worth noting that most field productions are now viewed on-line on the town Vimeo channel. There HD video versions of special town and school events and programs produced for Brewster Ladies Library can be found. There were 3,651 plays of programs in 2020 (3,497 in 2019) on the Town’s Vimeo channel. Currently 260 programs produced by the Town over the past several years reside there: www.vimeo.com/brewsterma Some other 2020 highlights worth mentioning: • 2020 field production programming was very limited with municipal buildings being closed and public programming canceled due to the Covid virus. However, we did manage to produce14 programs of interest to seniors in collaboration with the Brewster COA. Special thanks to Lisa Donovan, Program Coordinator, and Denis Rego, COA Director. We have shared these programs with numerous media stations across Cape Cod. • Some technical notes: The Tightrope Media System (TRMS) that runs the 24/7 playback of BGTV was replaced at the beginning of 2020 after having been ordered in late 2019. Windows Seven OS, which is the OS the replaced system was running on, is no longer updated by Microsoft. We also took the opportunity to replace the VOD cloud service previously provided by Earth Channel. The new cloud-based platform for VOD (Reflect) is part of the new TRMS. This new service improves the online quality and security of videos and also makes them available for smart TVs and Apple TV, and at the same time saving a considerable amount of money compared to upgrading the service through Earth Channel. • BGTV has an online video file sharing folder, G Channel Cape Cod, that allows for distributing programs of broader local interest to other Outer Cape channels including Lower Cape TV Channel 99, NRSD Channel 22, and government cable Channel 18 in the towns of Orleans, Eastham, Truro and Provincetown. Also the town is subscribing to • MassMediaExchange and besides being able to download programs from the county I also upload programs of regional interests for viewing. • 2020 continued with the entire in-house production of audio/video of Town Meeting. I was assisted in the productions with the exemplary skills of Gabriel Morton and Suzanne Bryan, both of whom did the entire production in the fall meeting. We also enlisted the services of Chris Blood's sound company for additional equipment to accommodate the meetings outdoor setting. I just lightly supervised set up and teardown. Also the 2020 Town Meeting was broadcast live over Facebook. Warrant articles and logistics for the outdoor/Covid distanced meeting were summarized in BGTV programs by Town Administrator Peter Lombardi, Donna Kalinick (Assistant Town Administrator), and various department heads before the meeting took place and aired numerous times on BGTV and were available on the web before each meeting to better inform the citizenry of the Covid protocols for Town Meeting and the issues to be debated. • The town’s Facebook and Twitter feeds continue to steadily increase in followers. 2,196 Facebook followers and 535 followers on Twitter. Certainly this is far from being viral, but 92 in a town with a population just under 10, 000 people I think it is notable. • BGTV is streaming live and all programs that the town produces are available at http://video.brewster- ma.gov/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=1 and are also simultaneously posted on the town’s official social media. Twitter: @brewstercapecod and Facebook: Town of Brewster Cape Cod Looking to 2021 BGTV will continue to evolve and improve in 2021. I make it a point of keeping the town TV facility and equipment current with the most viable and available, constantly evolving technology and software. I also invest in my own equipment and software at home for my own business and this is a benefit to the town as well, without additional capital expense to the town. In 2021 I would like to see the town continue broadcasting town meeting live on the web, as well as possibly other live-feed opportunities. The newly installed production systems at town hall will enhance the town’s abilities to do so. The town is also looking at adding another small production studio somewhere on town property with proper lighting, audio, camera, and production capabilities for special projects being talked about for BGTV in the future. I continue to have production assistance from time to time and the people that I hire to assist me are trustworthy and reliable. They have blended in well in BGTV operations and I appreciate their professionalism, so a word of thanks to Suzanne Bryan, Gabriel Morton, and Andrew Kinder. BGTV's electronic realm is an invaluable tool for those working within town government and provides the opportunity for residents and nonresidents alike to stay up to date on all the various endeavors of the citizenry and municipal government in the overall participation in our democracy. Press Releases and Media Distribution Lists: Add jludwig@brewster-ma.gov to your distribution list. I’m still seeing lots of stuff in the local papers from Brewster Town Departments that could be cross- promoted on BGTV. I’m hoping to see more departments in town sending content for the EBB (electronic bulletin board). These can be tips, events, information sharing about town services, etc. Email me at jludwig@brewster-ma.gov and I’ll get your announcements on the EBB. I’ve also directed whoever has sent something for the EBB to send it to LCTV for their EBB on channel 99 or on Nauset’s Channel 22 info@lowercapetv.org Also announcements and press releases can be sent to matty@womr.org and they will be added to the “Town Crier,” PSAs that are read on the air of WOMR 92.1 FM and 91.3 FM Community Radio at no cost. Respectfully submitted, James Paul Ludwig J.P. Ludwig Consulting (508) 896-3701 x1200 Jludwig@brewster-ma.gov Video & Media Services Coordinator Town of Brewster, MA 93 Report of the Bikeways Committee During 2020, the Brewster Bikeways Committee continued to explore ways to advocate for the improvement in biking infrastructure and safety for residents and visitors alike in the Town of Brewster. Early in 2020, the Bikeways Committee collaborated with Michael Gradone, the Director of Department of Recreation, to develop plans for a second annual Brewster Bike Day, originally scheduled for May 2020. Each year our Nation celebrates National Bike Month during the month of May and in the Bay State, we celebrate biking during the Bay State Bike Week. Unfortunately due to the coronavirus pandemic plans for in-person events had to be canceled for remainder of 2020. Late in 2020, the Bikeways Committee continued meeting virtually to find ways to continue making progress on the implementation of the Brewster Bikeways Strategy and the Complete Streets Policy that was adopted by the Select Board in January 2020. Joseph Sullivan Chair, Brewster Bikeways 94 Report of the Board of Assessors The Town of Brewster completed the Fiscal Year 2021 Interim Year Adjustments, certifying that our system for determining property valuation met the standards of the Department of Revenue’s Division of Local Services to achieve full and fair cash value assessments. This resulted in a total taxable value of the town of $4,254,853,730 for Fiscal Year 2021. This was an increase of 3.2% over Fiscal Year 2020. The FY2021 tax rate became $8.58, down from $8.62 in FY2020. The median value of a single family home in Brewster for FY2021 is $461,500, up from $445,600 in FY2020. Utilizing those medians and the respective fiscal year tax rates, the tax bill for the median single-family property rose $118.60 from $3,841.07 in FY2020 to $3,959.67 in FY2021. The Town of Brewster had 8,308 taxable real estate parcels and 2,910 taxable personal property accounts as of January 1, 2020. James Gallagher has now entered his fourth year as the Deputy Assessor and Erika Mawn has entered her third year as the Senior Department Assistant. Thank you to the Assessing Department staff, who continue their excellent service to the taxpayers of Brewster, real estate professionals and others who use the resources of the office. Thank you also to our consultant Paul Kapinos, and the data collectors and staff at PK Assessment Systems and PK Valuation Group, whose professionalism and skill help ensure the fairness and accuracy of our values. The cooperation and assistance of all of the other town departments, as well as the Select Board and the Finance Committee, is also greatly appreciated. Respectfully submitted, Board of Assessors Belinda Eyestsone, MAA, Chair G. Howard Hayes Diane Salomone Fiscal Year Median Single Family Home Taxable Value Tax Rate per $1,000 Median Real Estate Tax Bill 2021 461,500$ 8.58$ 3,959.67$ 2020 445,600$ 8.62$ 3,841.07$ 2019 429,450$ 8.58$ 3,684.68$ 2018 417,350$ 8.26$ 3,447.31$ 2017 397,600$ 8.39$ 3,335.86$ 2016 384,100$ 8.43$ 3,237.96$ 2015 375,750$ 8.26$ 3,103.70$ 2014 368,700$ 8.18$ 3,015.97$ 2013 360,050$ 7.92$ 2,851.60$ 2012 372,800$ 7.44$ 2,773.63$ 2011 377,900$ 6.94$ 2,622.63$ 95 Report of the Building Commissioner To the Honorable Select Board and the Citizens of the Town of Brewster I hereby submit the report of activity in the Building Department for the year 2020. Number Of Permits Description Estimated Costs 21 Residential Dwellings $11,155,673 943 Other Construction & Zoning Permits $29,016,724 964 $40,172,397 Permits, Fees & Inspections # Permits $ Fees Collected # Inspections Building Certificates of Inspection 964 --- $250,547 $7138 1172 102 Electrical 655 $120,736 1492 Plumbing and Gas 811 $123,313 1626 Building Permit & Estimated Cost Comparison with Previous Years Year # Permits Estimated Cost 2015 1141 $42,478,060* 2016 1226 $45,648,572 2017 1083 $44,618,622** 2018 1092 $40,421,110 2019 1120 $33,979,871 2020 964 $40,172,397 *Does not include $4,000,000 for the new church or $3,100,000 for Latham Dormitory **Does not include $10,000,000 for the new Fire Station The mission of the Building Department is to promote life safety and preserve both the community character and the wellbeing of the citizens and visitors of the Town of Brewster in their connections with buildings and land use. Our inspectors maintain their licenses and certifications by taking advantage of appropriate training opportunities which also reflects in our aim to continually improve service and increase our level of expertise in the construction field and the ever-evolving construction codes. I believe that due to the depth and breadth of the construction Code knowledge of public safety officials, Richard Leibowitz, Roland Bassett, Scott VanRyswood, and the Alternate Inspectors means that the people of Brewster are very well served. As a part of our mission, the Building Department Inspectors in collaboration with the professional tradespeople are committed to providing a safe and functionally built environment for all occupants. For a more detailed description of the duties of the Brewster Building Department please visit the Building Department website for a document titled Building Department Duties and Mission Statement. Acting on the results of the Town of Brewster Vision Plan the Brewster Building Department is dedicated to increasing communications with municipal Boards/Committees and local/regional organizations. If an organization is interested in better understanding the roles and responsibilities of 96 the Building Department, please feel free to reach out to me to arrange a discussion forum. It is with great sadness to report the passing of Michelle Tero in February 2020. Michelle became full-time in 2006 and was elevated to Senior Department Assistant in 2010. Michelle was truly dedicated in helping people with Historic District and Building Department administrative procedures. Michelle had a quiet strength about her and a wonderful sense of humor which is so dearly missed by all who knew her. Sara Provos was elevated to Senior Department Assistant in April 2020. I cannot thank Sara enough for her dedication and perseverance in performing the work of two positions for most of 2020. Most mere mortals would not have survived the loss of a good friend all the while navigating the coordinating, scheduling and training the Historic District Committee in virtual meetings and keeping construction activities on track during the year of COVID-19. Much to everyone’s relief Brewster resident, Jessica Gelatt, started as the new Department Assistant in October 2020. It is often hard to describe the amount of information that flows through the Building Department which needs to be processed, diverted, shepherded, and organized before, during and after construction projects. The majority of these duties fall to the Building Department administration staff. Thus I am so thankful and must recognize the personal talents, communication and organizational skills of both Sara Provos and Jessica Gelatt. This will be my final annual report as the Building Commissioner as I am scheduled to retire in September 2021. It is difficult to put into words how grateful I am to have had the opportunity to serve the Town of Brewster. The natural beauty, the people of Brewster and the leaders and volunteers all coalesce to make Brewster a very special place to work and live. I am thankful for the support of the Board of Selectmen, Town Administrator, Town Departments, Boards and Committees. In particular, I appreciate the people of Brewster for their continued support, cooperation and assistance. Respectfully submitted, Victor E. Staley Building Commissioner Office Staff Michelle M. Tero, Senior Department Assistant Sara E. Provos, Senior Department Assistant Jessica Gelatt, Department Assistant Inspectors Roland W. Bassett, Jr., Electrical Inspector Scott VanRyswood, Plumbing & Gas Inspector Jeffrey W. Spiegel, Alternate Electrical Inspector Andrew Levesque, Alternate Electrical Inspector Derrick Scannevin, Alternate Electrical Inspector Peter J. Deegan, Alternate Plumbing & Gas Inspector Richard Leibowitz, Local Building Inspector Justin Post, on call Building Commissioner Thomas Wingard, on call Building Commissioner Victor E. Staley, Building Commissioner 97 Report of the Cape Cod Commission Keeping a Special Place Special: Cape Cod Commission celebrates 30 years The Cape Cod Commission (CCC) was signed into law in January 1990, and ratified in a county-wide vote in March 1990. For the past 30 years, the agency and its 19-member board have worked to uphold and further the region’s special natural, coastal, scientific, historical, cultural, architectural, archaeological, recreational, and other values. The act was drafted to be specific enough to address the pressing environmental and development issues at the time of creation, but flexible enough to adapt to changing threats and opportunities. The Commission’s 30th anniversary will be recognized more fully in the year to come. We are proud that the 30-year-old Cape Cod Commission act has withstood the test of time, and continues to be relevant and effective, while “Keeping a Special Place Special”. Regional Policy Plan Update (RPP): A significant updating of the Commission’s guiding document for planning and regulation was approved as a county ordinance in January, 2019. The resulting document is true to the CCC’s mission to balance environmental protection with economic progress. It provides a vision, growth policy, and goals-based framework for the region that recognizes the 15 distinct communities, each of which contribute to the region in their own unique ways. It is flexible to accommodate local differences, while maintaining its integral role in guiding and coordinating growth and development and protecting the region’s important natural and cultural resources. Climate: The Cape faces unique challenges due to its geography/geology, historic connection to the sea, and the number of residences, businesses and critical infrastructure located in its most vulnerable areas. The extent of these threats requires coordinated action and broad community efforts.   Climate Petition The CCC received and held a hearing on a citizens petition seeking climate change related amendments to the newly updated RPP. In July 2020, the Commission voted to continue the hearing until January 2021 and initiate it’s own process to develop and consider RPP amendments. Cape Cod Climate Action Plan The CCC is developing the region’s first-ever climate action plan, a strategic framework that details the policies, measures, and activities our community will take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to existing climate hazards, and track progress. This plan will set forward a clear path and framework for adapting to and mitigating the causes of climate change through development of specific and measurable actions and recommendations at a variety of scales. Along with a robust series of stakeholder meetings, focus groups and other outreach, CCC staff developed a regional greenhouse gas emissions inventory, a solar siting tool, an electric vehicle charging station analysis, and other detailed information in support of the climate action plan. Outside consultants completed analyses of potential fiscal and economic impacts and legal and jurisdictional considerations. A draft plan will be released in early 2021. Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund The Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund (CCIWPF) is a critical new funding source for local implementation of water quality projects. It is overseen by a Management Board that includes representatives from each of the member communities, the executive directors of the Cape Cod Commission and Martha’s Vineyard Commission, and the Nantucket Town Manager. Since collection of revenue began in July 2019, the Fund has generated approximately $11 million (through August 2020). The Commission is charged with providing administrative and technical support to the CCIWPF Management Board. In 2020, the board developed and approved regulations for equitable distribution of the funds, which were adopted in October. High Resolution Orthoimagery Project On behalf of the Cape’s 15 towns, the CCC coordinated a regional procurement of high resolution aerial photography and support of a Planimetrics database update. The data details a variety of ground features and is used by many municipal officials to inform capital spending; assessors use the data to inform property values and assessments; engineers maintain an inventory of existing conditions to determine future needs; planners evaluate shoreline 98 conditions to mitigate and adapt to changing weather and climate conditions and utilize the data to inform zoning proposals. With participating town contributions, the project was supported with regional District Local Technical Assistance funds through the Mass Department of Housing and Community Development. Covid-19 Response Working with regional, state, and local partners, the CCC helped develop and maintain several information tools/websites to provide up-to-date information on infections/economic impacts, supporting the Cape’s reopening and recovery efforts. In cooperation with Cape Cod Healthcare and the County Department of Health and Environment, the CCC launched a Community Alert System dashboard showing where/when positive tests were confirmed. CCC partnered with the Chamber of Commerce on business surveys; additional surveys to gauge impacts/assist recovery. Arts and Culture Guide The Commission released "Leveraging Cultural Assets in Economic Development on Cape Cod," a report on best practices and lessons learned for integrating the creative sector into commerce. The guide is intended to inspire collaboration and strategic planning, elevate successful projects throughout the region, and strengthen the ties of our arts and economy. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND RELIEF The Commission received a $400,000 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Recovery Assistance Grant from the US Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration to support efforts to respond and recover from the devastating economic impacts caused by the pandemic and develop strategies to improve resilience in the future. Executive Director Kristy Senatori serves on the Cape and Islands Reopening Task Force along with community leaders and the legislative delegation. License Plate Grants: The Commission, on behalf of Barnstable County and the Barnstable County Economic Development Council, administers license plate grants under newly established guidelines. Funding is provided through the County's share of Cape and Islands License plate revenues. In 2020, $150,000 was awarded to a joint proposal from the Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC) and the Housing Assistance Corporation (HAC) for a two-year project to identify areas where the development of housing and protection of priority natural resource areas would be most beneficial. The project will help to create actionable recommendations for towns that will advance the regional growth policy by directing housing production into community activity centers and away from sensitive natural resources. The primary product of this collaboration will be the identification of places where environmentalists and housing advocates agree that housing should be built because it will have the greatest positive impact on Cape Cod’s environment, community, and economy. • $25,000 to Sustainable Cape: Center for Agricultural Preservation and Education to expand access to locally grown and produced foods • $25,000 to Love Live Local for the Cape Cod Resilience Fund to provide economic relief to Cape Cod’s small business community • $24,802 to Cape Cod Community College to develop the curriculum for the Massachusetts Community Health Worker program • $25,000 to the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod to support Cape Cod arts and cultural organizations as they work to recover and reopen • $11,545 to Cape Cod Young Professionals to support workforce retention and development through CCYP’s new Laser-Focused Coaching Program • $25,000 to the Lower Cape Community Development Corporation to provide comprehensive business support to Lower-Cape based small businesses REGULATORY ACTIVITIES The CCC reviews projects that present regional issues identified in the Act: water quality, traffic flow, community character, open space, natural resources, affordable housing and economic development as Developments of Regional Impact (DRIs). LOCAL ACTIVITIES Representation on the Commission allows Brewster to participate in setting regional policy, regulatory and funding priorities at regional, state, and federal levels and advocate for town interests in land use planning. Brewster specific activities included: Brewster 208 Compliance Report Issued As part of tracking implementation of the 208 Plan Update, 2020 compliance reports for all 15 towns were issued in December with criteria that was refined through feedback from the Cape Cod Water Protection Collaborative, MassDEP, and US EPA. The reports document water quality funding, intermunicipal agreements and permits in priority watersheds, status of water quality projects, and all town actions on wastewater and water quality. 99 Brewster’s Compliance report is available at capecodcommission.org/208 Model Coastal Resiliency Bylaw The Commission partnered with Brewster, Bourne, Sandwich, and Eastham to evaluate local bylaws/regulations, research best practices/develop a model bylaw; a unique opportunity to consider/advance the use of existing zoning to promote more resilient practices. A model coastal resiliency bylaw designed to help Cape Cod towns better manage the impacts of climate change is under development; a key component of the CCC’s climate work, and a critical follow-up to the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program planning the agency has done with many towns. To create the model bylaw, the Commission contracted with the Urban Harbors Institute (UHI). UHI has assembled a team of experts including coastal floodplain and erosion specialists, and those with expertise in preserving historic character/elements of historic structures. Towns wanted to focus on regulating development and redevelopment in the floodplain through wetlands regulations, along with a need for considerations for historic properties, implications of redevelopment in these vulnerable areas, as well as challenges in addressing community character while complying with floodplain regulations. Noted concerns were expanding homes, footprints, and elevations, pool construction in floodplain and coastal resource areas. This provides a unique opportunity to consider and advance the use of existing zoning to promote more resilient practices, funded by the state Energy and Environmental Affairs and the federal Economic Development Administration. Traffic Counting Program Staff conducted summer traffic counts: Rtes. 124, 137, 3, 6A; Airline, Millstone, Satucket roads. Brewster Complete Streets MA DOT’s Complete Streets Program, seeks to address the mobility needs of all users; cyclists, pedestrians, persons with disabilities, and transit riders. Member towns are eligible for funds to create a prioritization plan and reimbursement of costs for eligible construction expenses. CCC staff shared a draft Brewster Complete Streets policy, which was approved. In December 2020, the town contracted with CCC to develop a prioritization plan, a step toward funding eligibility. Open Space and Recreation Plan Commission staff is assisting the Town of Brewster in updating its Open Space and Recreation Plan, which provides a framework for continued conservation and recreation planning. An approved plan also maintains the town’s eligibility for state funding to acquire and protect open space and recreation parcels. A survey was issued in April 2020, generating more than 500 responses, which helped identify community needs. A virtual public session was held in in June to gather input and a draft plan was submitted in July. Once the state has reviewed the plan, town staff will work with Horsley Witten and the Commission to submit a final plan for approval. Brewster faces many challenges as we approach capacity. How we preserve and protect what we cherish -- the quiet rural beauty, historic character, wild-lands, the water supply, watershed areas and critically now…how we respond to our community housing needs, wastewater and stormwater, as well as climate change and coastal resilience issues, will determine the character and future of our community and the entire Cape region. As your representative to the Cape Cod Commission, I thank you for the privilege of working on behalf of our community in order to maintain a strong voice for Brewster on these important local and Cape-wide issues. Respectfully submitted, Elizabeth Graham Taylor, Brewster Delegate 100 Report of the Cape Cod Regional Technical High School Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District 2019-2020 Cape Cod Regional Technical High School was established in 1973 as a public technical high school. Cape Cod Tech students meet the same academic standards required by the state as our sending schools while also meeting certification standards of their technical training. District Towns: Barnstable, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Yarmouth Mission Statement: Cape Cod Regional Technical High School will provide an opportunity to acquire high quality technical, academic, and social skills preparing our students for success in our changing world. Enrollment: For school year 2019-2020, the enrollment on October 1 was 616 students, an increase of 45 students over the previous year. Budget: For school year 2019-20 (FY20) there was a Total Budget of $15,087,000. Formulation of the annual budget and town assessments are based on the previous school year’s October 1 enrollment. News from Superintendent Sanborn: Often educators are told to begin with the end in mind. Cape Cod Tech could not have envisioned ending the 2019-2020 school with a commencement at the Wellfleet Drive-In. With extreme gratitude to the Vincent family, Cape Cod Tech’s class of 2020 celebrated their graduation in an unforgettable setting. The school year was a trying one for obvious reasons. I could not have been prouder of our entire staff’s response to adversity in transitioning to a remote student learning model for education while simultaneously preparing to move into our new building. I must reiterate to the taxpayers of our twelve towns how grateful we are for your funding our new school which we moved into in August. THANK YOU! We cannot wait for the days when masks and social distancing are no longer, so we can invite you to see the new Cape Cod Regional Technical High School which has been realigned for next year due to the coronavirus. Currently, we have our technical students in 100% of the time while academic students attend 50% of the time with remote instruction every other day. Our new gymnasium serves as an additional cafeteria to allow for a safe student lunchroom environment during COVID and all classrooms maintain at least six feet of social distancing for staff and students. Additionally, our academy model was put on hold for one year due to the establishment of student cohorts which decreased student circulation throughout the building for safety as well. We do hope to return to normalcy at one point in the future but for now our whole community is making the best of the “new” normal. We have shared a few photos and more interactive photos are available at our virtual tour created for prospective students at: https://www.capetech.us/cape-tech-night. Town of Brewster: The Town of Brewster had thirty (30) students enrolled at Cape Cod Tech as of October 1, 2019. The assessment for Brewster was $761,787 based on thirty-six (36) students for October 1, 2018. Highlights from Cape Cod Tech 2019-20 School Year • Graduated 142 seniors in 2020: seven (7) from Brewster. • Enrolled 162 freshman: eight (8), from Brewster. • The student newspaper Tech Talk continued to win numerous prestigious awards this year, including: First Place with The American 101 Scholastic Press Association for its annual newspaper competition earning 920 out of a possible 1000 points; and “top honors” by the All New England Award for newspapers with a student population between 500 to 1000. Congratulations to the fourteen (14) student journalists of 2019-2020! One student was from Brewster. • Through the generosity of Cape Cod community organizations, charities and family memorials, Cape Cod Tech presented 65 toolships and 63 scholarships to the graduating class of 2020 for a total of $ 123,850 . • Thirty-eight (38) students received John and Abigail Adams Scholarships; two (2) from Brewster. • The National Technical Honor Society honored 54 students: two (2) from Brewster. • SkillsUSA is a national student organization serving more than 395,000 high school, college and middle school students enrolled in training programs in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. SkillsUSA is a huge part of the of the Cape Tech experience combining technical, academic and employability skills. Forty-eight (48) students participated in the Massachusetts District competition and won eight (8) medals. Cape Cod Tech had 14 students attend the SkillsUSA Leadership Convention. The state competitions were cancelled due to COVID-19, disappointing the 70 Cape Cod Tech students anticipated to attend. • “FFA” (Future Farmers of America) is a national career and technical student organization based on middle and high school classes that promote and support agricultural education. This year a team of four Cape Cod Tech students placed second at the Regional Nursery Landscape competition qualifying the team to participate at the National Nursery Landscape Convention vying against 200 participants across the country. The team brought home both gold and silver medals earning top marks for Cape Cod Tech. The Spring Competition was cancelled due to COVID-19. • The Cooperative Education (Co-Op) program placed a total of 20 junior and 41 senior students to work with local businesses, enhancing their skills through Co-Op placements and seven (7) internships placed in their fields of Health Technologies and Dental Assisting. • The Athletic Department offered a “no-cut, no-fee” program in which all students can participate without fees. The following sports were offered: baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. Technical Highlights from 2019-20 • All shop programs used the new school building (under construction) as an opportunity for student involvement in the design to upgrade their shops to 21st century industry standards. • For all shop programs, there were fewer jobs completed for the public due to the closing of school buildings in March of this year related to the COVID-19 pandemic. • The Auto Collision program completed 80 jobs resulting in approximately $40,000 savings to the community and fostered positive relationships with local businesses to improve future student placements. • The Auto Technology program purchased new engines to enhance the 10th grade curriculum significantly increasing engine repair knowledge, as well as new transmissions to increase transmission knowledge. • The Carpentry Department increased their non- traditional student enrollment to include five females. Four students were placed in Co-Op placements. The Carpentry Program Advisory Board was strengthened with additional industry leaders. • The Cosmetology program implemented a new salon shadowing program for students to better expose them to careers in the field. Community service projects, Mannies for Nannies and The Wig Bank, were a great success. • Culinary Arts maintained a perfect 100% score on multiple annual food service inspections by both the town of Harwich and Barnstable County. This is due to the Serv-Safe training and testing that all culinary students have taken and passed for certification. • Dental Assisting students participated in activities such as TECH night and SkillsUSA. They have a robust community service presence going out to preschools, Angel House, and veterans’ centers. Five (5) students participated in district SkillsUSA competitions with six (6) intending to compete at State level prior to its cancellation. 102 • The Design & Visual Communications program was at maximum capacity with the new freshman class. This program received honorable mention at the Boston Globe Scholastic Awards this year. Students were involved in the community helping with design needs as well as providing a service to the school with designs for school events. • The Electrical Department over-achieved for shop attendance this year. All sophomores received OSHA 10 Construction Training. Non- traditional student enrollment was doubled from the previous year for female students. • The Engineering Technology Shop incorporated many certificate programs in engineering software very successfully including a dual enrollment class with Cape Cod Community College. This shop participated in the Co-Op program for the first time this year and placed four seniors into local jobs in their field. • The Health Technologies students were very busy passing the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, OSHA Training, gaining experience at Pleasant Bay Nursing Home, holding blood drives, teaching preschool children about healthcare and assisting homeless veterans. • The Horticulture program has taken over the responsibilities for grounds maintenance for the second year which provides hand-on training for their students while saving the district time and money. Focus on the national FFA competitions provides skill-building, student learning and leadership opportunities for these students. • The HVAC program consistently achieved a 95% attendance rate throughout the year; had 16 students participate in the SkillsUSA District competition; maintained 85% of juniors and seniors in Co-Op placements, and achieved OSHA Certification with all 10 sophomores. • Marine Services continued its work with Yamaha Motor Corporation providing training materials and certifications for students. Relationships with local marine businesses have benefited from the six students working in Co-Op placements. • The Information Technology Program offered its first Advanced Placement course: Computer Science Principles. Juniors earned certifications in Network Pro and seniors in Security Pro. Students had opportunities with the Yarmouth Community Center to demonstrate their talents. This shop program actively competes in a team sport, “eSports” • The Plumbing Shop incorporated 21st century skills to keep students current with industry trends, such as teaching proper methods of Mega and Propress methods that are vital to our students’ success in this industry. Students were active in SkillsUSA and Co-Op programs. Academic Highlights from 2019-20 • The Business Education/21st Century Learning department reconfigured their employability skills panel to take place on Google Meet, and forged ahead using the remote learning model. • The English Department continued to integrate MCAS Next Gen writing into the curriculum using the MCAS Next Gen Writing Rubric. The Department adjusted student expectations and criteria for success for this kind of writing in response to 2019 MCAS data. All students passed the ELA Next-Generation MCAS by November 2019 retest. • The Social Studies standards were revised for 2019 and the Social Studies Department has implemented those changes. They were able to implement the new US History frameworks remotely and effectively. Advanced Placement (AP) students had the highest passing rate in the history of the program and the most overall students (13) passing the exams. • The Math Department implemented a new Honors track for 9th grade Honors Algebra/Geometry. Pre-Calculus and Calculus classes were successfully implemented. Technology-based instruction and assessment were integrated into the curriculum. • The Science Department is developing Biology Curriculum for the ninth and tenth grades that will prepare students for the Spring Biology MCAS assessments. Though MCAS exams were waived by the Governor because of the COVID- 19 pandemic, results from 2019 were useful to identify areas of need for a more in-depth curriculum. • Special Education was using Google Classroom before the COVID-19 pandemic, but remote learning has certainly made us all proficient in our use of technology with students. • The Student Services Department created a District 103 Curriculum Accommodation Plan (DCAP) . The department not only engaged students in their post- secondary plans, scholarships/toolships applications, participated with local Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs for student recognition awards, but they pulled off the most amazing graduation ceremony for the class of 2020 at the Nauset Drive- In and supported underclass students throughout the summer to successfully complete the school year courses that were interrupted by the COVID- 19 pandemic. Please visit our website: www.capetech.us for more information. Respectfully submitted, Dr. Richard Hoffmann and Lynn Gorey Brewster Representatives to Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District School Committee 104 Report of the Cape Light Compact Brewster Representative – Colin Odell Cape Light Compact JPE is an intergovernmental organization consisting of the 21 towns on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard and Duke’s County. The Compact’s mission is to serve our 205,000 customers through the delivery of proven energy efficiency programs, effective consumer advocacy, and renewable competitive electricity supply. Effective July 1, 2017, the Cape Light Compact reorganized itself as a joint powers entity pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40 Section 4A1/2, becoming the first joint powers entity in Massachusetts. Reorganizing as a joint powers entity protects member towns from potential liabilities and mandates greater financial accountability through expanded reporting requirements to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and member Towns, and designation of Treasury functions to an independent entity. POWER SUPPLY During the year 2020, the Compact’s power supplier for all residential, commercial, and industrial customers was NextEra Energy Services of Massachusetts (NextEra). The Compact is pleased that our residential price in 2020 remained price- competitive with the utility’s basic service residential price, while also being 100% renewable. The Compact has been a green aggregation since January 2017, meaning 100% of Compact’s power supply customers’ annual electricity usage is met with renewable energy certificates (RECs). Each REC represents the generation of 1 megawatt hour (1,000 kilowatt hours) of electricity produced by a renewable resource, such as wind or solar. By retiring RECs to match the Compact’s customers’ usage, Compact customers are financially supporting renewable energy resources, including resources located on Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. In addition, NextEra pledged to deposit all premiums paid for voluntary RECs, plus their supplier and retail fees (expected to total over $3 million per year), into a trust fund to be used solely for the development of new renewable energy resources. Now, by purchasing electricity through the Compact, all Compact power supply customers are supporting renewable energy and acting locally to combat climate change. In March 2019, the Compact launched two new power supply options, CLC Local Green 50 and CLC Local Green 100. The CLC Local Green program gives customers the ability to support local renewable energy development by opting to pay a small premium on their monthly electric bill. The Compact uses this premium to purchase and retire Massachusetts Class 1 RECs to match either 50% or 100% of customers’ annual electricity usage, in addition to the RECs retired as part of the Compact’s standard power supply product. These RECs are sourced from renewable energy projects in New England, including several solar installations on Cape Cod. By participating in CLC Local Green, customers are driving the market to bring new renewable energy resources online at home in New England. At a regional level, New England continues to face electricity pricing spikes during the winter months. Over the last fifteen years, New England has greatly increased its reliance on natural gas for electricity production, and now over fifty (50) percent of New England’s electricity is generated with natural gas. However, natural gas pipeline capacity has not substantially increased during that same period. As a result, during winter cold snaps, demand for natural gas to generate electricity competes with natural gas demand for heating purposes. Allocation of natural gas for heating has priority over natural gas for generating electricity. This creates a supply shortage of natural gas for electricity production, and therefore increases prices for electric generators, which is passed on to all New England power supply customers. Until such time as this issue is resolved, either through additional natural gas or electric transmission infrastructure, demand reduction, or other targeted programs, the possibility of future high winter pricing remains, and as such, consumers should still expect seasonal pricing fluctuations for the foreseeable future. The Compact will continue to seek ways to help customers reduce their electricity costs through innovative energy efficiency programs to mitigate the impacts of higher winter electricity pricing. 105 As of December 2020, the Compact had approximately 6,202 electric accounts in the Town of Brewster on its power supply. CONSUMER ADVOCACY Since 1997, Cape Light Compact has advocated for the ratepayers of Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard at the local and state level. In 2020, the Compact’s primary consumer advocacy focus was on redesigning its Cape & Vineyard Electrification Offering (CVEO). The Compact expanded its coordination with Massachusetts stakeholders to redesign CVEO. The redesigned CVEO focuses on the following: • Consistency with the 2018 amendments to the Green Communities Act and will advance the goals and objectives of these amendments while providing cost-effective energy savings and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. • Serving low-and-moderate income members of the Cape and Vineyard community, a population that faces economic barriers to installing the three technologies proposed under CVEO. • Address the economic barriers such as the high up-front costs and inability to qualify for a loan. • Through the installation of cold climate air source heat pumps (“ccASHP” or “heat pump”) CVEO advances the Commonwealth’s goal of beneficial strategic electrification and the greening of the building sector. The Compact also participated in regulatory proceedings at the DPU related to the retail electric market, pushing for policies that promote a competitive power supply market while ensuring common-sense protections for consumers. ENERGY EFFICIENCY Energy Savings for Brewster Participants: Note: this data does not include activity that occurred in December 2020. Please visit www.capelightcompact.org/reports for complete information. Also, in the Residential Retail Initiative, several measures may reduce energy use from one fuel source but may increase use of another fuel resulting in negative kWh savings. Strategic electrification for example is primarily focused on the adoption of Heat Pump technology which may reduce the use of oil or propane but increase the use of electricity and increase peak demand. The Program Administrators have determined that these measures are still cost effective, and provide benefits to customers in a more holistic, integrated approach that helps customers address their energy use and associated costs based on their individual needs and goals, while aligning with the broader Commonwealth energy and greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. Funding for the energy efficiency programs (i.e. energy audits for homes and businesses, rebates on the purchase of energy efficient appliances and energy education in our schools) comes from the monthly customer “energy conservation” charge on each customers’ electric bill, which is multiplied by the number of kilowatt hours used during the month ($0.02162 for residential customers and $0.01210 for commercial and industrial customers). Jan – Nov 2020 Number of Participants Customer Savings kWh Saved Rebates/Incentives Paid to Customers Low Income 173 $15,138.40 75,692 $126,248.25 Residential 907 $227,177.00 1,135,885 $1,030,005.60 Commercial 25 $50,025.40 250,127 $73,427.29 Total 1,105 $292,340.80 1,461,704 $1,229,681.14 106 Report of the Cemetery Commission The Commissions activities were restricted by COVID19 but we did meet January 3rd, March 6, and by Zoom November 6th. Discussions during the year centered primarily on Area C, the section laid out for green burials. The town sold three green burial plots in Section C in 2020. Green burials have become an important approach to life’s end for many as it allows burial without the usual embalming solutions and expensive caskets. A simple pine box can be used as it quickens the process of the body returning to earth. The Cemetery Commission has spent considerable time researching this process and the actions the Town must take to create proper green burials and to find contractors that specialize in this type of grave digging. Sophia Sayigh of the Commission attended a meeting with other Lower Cape cemetery officials regarding cemetery practices and concerns. Thomas C. Rogers, Chair 107 Report of the Chamber of Commerce Fiscal Year 2020 was the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic in March, a crucial month in the financial year for the Brewster Chamber of Commerce when we are recruiting advertisers for the Best of Brewster magazine, getting ready to present the annual Lower Cape Home and Garden Show and ramping up for the annual Brewster in Bloom festival. The shutting down of all businesses lead to the cancellation of ads by many magazine advertisers, the home and garden show and Brewster in Bloom. All usual activities involving in-person meetings at the Chamber came to a halt. The result was the loss of over $12,000 in revenue from the operating budget and $10,000 from the events budget. The two year-round staff members hours were reduced by 25% and the MA Unemployment Work Share program was implemented; both employees worked from home for two months during the pandemic “lock down.” When finally allowed to return to the office, it was on a very limited basis. Leading up to the summer season, it became clear that the size of the visitor center would not allow for social distancing and the decision was made to prepare welcome bags that could be displayed outside the visitor center entrance for “curb side pickup.” The bags included a Best of Brewster magazine and brochures from Brewster Chamber members – a total of just over 500 bags were distributed over the summer. The usual 14-week seasonal staff was not invited back to work, and the year-round staff managed the visitor center including stuffing welcome bags, answering phone and email questions, and helping to make the Town’s new online permit sales program a success. Also, throughout the pandemic the Brewster Chamber (and all the other 14 local Chambers) fielded numerous daily emails from local and state government officials disseminating rules, regulations, mandates, and COVID-19 data through its secure email distribution system. This system includes email addresses not only to the member businesses but to the general population that has an interest in what the Chamber does. Right after the beginning of the next fiscal year, July 2020, the part-time administrative assistant resigned to take a full-time job. The decision was then made not to hire someone new until the Chamber could assure a stable part-time position. During this time, chamber leadership wasn’t sure how the next financial year would “roll out” so all unnecessary spending was stopped. The result was the executive director managed all aspects of the organization alone until April of 2021. Chambers of commerce were not immediately eligible for the pandemic grant and loan funds that were being made available through the federal government. But thanks to much lobbying, a legislative change was passed, and the organizations were finally approved to apply for Payroll Protection Plan funds through the Small Business Administration. The Brewster Chamber received a grant for 37% of the value of the losses that were incurred. The Mission of the Brewster Chamber of Commerce (BCC) is to strengthen, promote and support the economic feasibility, cultural richness, environmental sensitivity, and social needs of Brewster. The Chamber encourages the spirit of fair trade and good business practices. This mission is met through a variety of programs and events undertaken by the Chamber including but not limited to the Business to Business Networking meetings, Member Advertising Program, Brewster in Bloom, Brewster for the Holidays, and the Lower Cape Home & Garden Show. The two, part-time year–round professional staffers facilitate the work plan of the Board of Directors and assist Chamber volunteers. Three seasonal part-time staffers work for 14 weeks in the summer to assist in providing visitor services. 108 Report of the Charter Committee The Charter Committee continued to make progress in 2020 on preparing a Charter for the town. A Charter is the governing document for form, structure, and organization of the town. A Charter gives local control as to how the town operates, serving as the constitution of a town. A Charter supersedes local bylaws and in many instances state law. The Charter Committee, which was established under the Massachusetts Home Rule Procedure, included the following seven members during 2020: Cynthia Bingham, Richard Koch, Peter Lombardi, William Meehan, Charlie Sumner, Karen Whitney, and Colette Williams. During 2020, the Charter Committee finalized chapter frameworks based on fact-finding activities with town employees, and with elected and appointed officials, boards, commissions, and committees. In November 2020, the Charter Committee presented a first draft of the Charter, based on the chapter frameworks, to the Select Board. Thereafter and into 2021, the Charter Committee received thoughtful and constructive feedback from many town employees, and elected and appointed officials, members of boards, commissions, and committees, and citizens. When approved by the Select Board, any proposed Town Charter will be presented to Brewster voters for adoption at Town Meeting. When approved, the Town Charter will be forwarded for approval by the General Court and Governor. The Committee thanks all of those who have participated in the preparation of the charter so far. 109 Report of the Community Preservation Committee The Community Preservation Committee is dedicated to the important work of helping make Brewster a better place to live through support of appropriate projects in Historic Preservation, Community Housing, Recreation and Open Space Acquisition. Now in its fifteenth year, the Brewster Community Preservation Committee (CPC) receives its funding from Brewster taxpayers through a 3% surcharge on local real estate taxes and a supplemental amount from State government as provided under the MA Community Preservation Act (CPA). The State government “match" comes from a small statewide fee on real estate transactions. From 2005-2007 the State provided a 100% match, which percentage has declined ever since. The 2019 match was 29.4%. Through June 30, 2020, over $16.7 million in CPA revenue has been raised: $11.6 million locally and $5.1 million from the state match. When Brewster Town Meeting approved the Community Preservation Bylaw, it provided for expenditures in the following areas: Open Space Acquisition - 50% Historic Preservation -10% Community +ousing -10% Historic, Housing, or Recreation -30% The CPC reviews applications for funding and considers recommendations from the Open Space Committee, Recreation and Historical Commissions, the Housing Partnership and the CPC’s own Housing Sub-Committee before submitting articles for consideration by Town Meeting voters. Over its history, the CPC has recommended and Town Meeting has approved the following net expenditures for activities and projects that have been completed or are in progress: 26 Historic Preservation awards totaling over $2.67 million; 25 Community Housing awards totaling $3,971,500 million; 14 Recreation awards totaling $1,420,000 million and 21 Open space awards totaling $8,858,000 million. Town Meeting approved $840,000 in funding for CPC referred projects in 2020. In addition to these projects, Open Space funds were used to pay $271,695 toward bonded indebtedness, as well as $427,274 towards reducing the short term debt for the W H Besse/Long Pond Woodlands open space acquisition. Five projects were approved at the September 12, 2020 Town Meeting: 1. Community Housing: $49,500 Town of Brewster-Part-time Housing Coordinator - This funding will increase the weekly hours of this position from 19 to 25 for Fiscal Year 2021. Like other towns in the region and state that are trying to increase the supply of affordable housing in their community and in tackling complex housing policy concerns, Brewster will benefit from continuing to have a professional on staff to solely focus on affordable housing issues such as coordinating and publicizing the Town’s affordable housing programs and resources, implementing aspects of the Housing Production Plan, working with developers and neighborhoods, monitoring existing affordable housing restrictions, and advising Town boards and committees about potential opportunities to increase the supply of affordable housing. The benefit expense resulting from the increase in hours will be covered by the Town. Total Project Cost: $86,453 CPC Funding: $49,500 2. Community Housing: $15,000 Community Development Partnership-Cape Housing Institute: This funding enables the Community Development Partnership to support years 4 and 5 of the Cape Housing Institute, a 6-week training program and peer group meetings that equip local elected and appointed officials and interested citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to support the creation of more year-round housing in Brewster and the rest of the Lower Cape. Approximately 200 Lower Cape officials/residents attended the first three training sessions, including 29 from Brewster. Total Project Cost: $286,000 CPC Funding: $15,000 3. Recreation: $25,000 Pleasant Bay Community Boating – Accessible Dock- This project will enable the only fully ADA compliant dock on the Pleasant Bay estuary to make it possible 110 for Pleasant Bay Community Boating to expand its adaptive sailing and paddling programs and enable people with physical challenges to participate more fully in all marine, environmental, and recreation programs. The accessible dock project consists of six interconnected areas including an accessible drop-off area on Route 28, a pathway to the pier, a permanent pier connected to a staging/viewing area and a seasonal gangway connected to a seasonal float. The dock will provide boating and marine education opportunities for those with mobility issues, and facilitate enhanced safety and operations for all participants. In 2018, PBCB served 2,048 individuals, 1,047 students, and 537 community outreach participants. Total Project Cost: $250,000 CPC Funding: $25,000 4. Recreation: $425,000 Brewster Whitecaps/Brewster School Committee – Stony Brook Field Improvements: This funding will pay for improvements to walkways, bleachers, fencing, netting and bathroom access assuring ADA compliance and enhanced fan safety at Stony Brook Field. The project consists of two phases: Phase 1 ($393,703) is designed to improve access for people who are mobility challenged, add handicap seating, improve pedestrian flow, improve fan safety and erosion control. Phase 2 ($134,860) will improve fan safety, ADA compliance and fan experience. The CPC recommends funding for Phase 1 and safety items of Phase 2. Total Project Cost: $528,563 CPC Funding: $425,000 5. Open Space: $325,500 Open Space Committee -16 McGuerty Road - Field/Kelley property (10.41 acres): This acquisition represents one of the last remaining large lots abutting the western boundary of the Freeman’s Way Wellfields and within the eastern District of Critical Planning Concern that protects the Town’s wellfields. Aside from being 100% within the Zone 2 Contribution to Public Water Supply, this property also falls 100% within BioMap2 Critical Natural Landscape, is 100% within the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP) Priority Habitat of Rare Species and 100% within NHESP Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife. The Town Board of Water Commissioners, Town Natural Resources Department, Conservation Commission, Open Space Committee, Select Board and Town Administrator supported this purchase, as did the non-profit Brewster Conservation Trust (BCT). The Water Commissioners also voted to contribute $70,000 towards this acquisition. The BCT has committed to contributing $30,000 towards this purchase and hold the required Conservation Restriction. The Town was also approved for a State LAND grant. The BCT contribution along with the state LAND grant of $193,063 will reduce the amount of CPC Open Space funds needed to be expended for the acquisition, which is expected to close June/July 2021. Total Project: $395,000 ($370,000-land) CPC Funding: $325,000 - (includes $25,000-associated costs) Open Space: a. Community Preservation Bonded Debt Service- This item pays for the $271,695 in FY 2021 principal and interest on 1 Land Bank (Jolly Whaler) and 3 CPA (BBJ Cranberry Trust 1 and 2 and Bates) open space acquisitions that were financed via long term bonding. The CPC inherited an existing land purchase program enacted under prior state legislation providing for a Cape Cod Land Bank. In addition, the CPC inherited responsibility for a long term bond issued by Brewster to finance a prior purchase. The Town has issued additional bonds for three purchases since 2006, but the level of indebtedness on land purchases is relatively unchanged since the CPC was formed. Bond payments are from CPC open space funds. b. Community Preservation Loan Debt Service- This item pays for $427,274 in FY 2021 to make a $400,000 principal reduction along with the interest payment on the Besse Cartway/Long Pond open space acquisition that was financed via a short-term one year loan. As a part of acquiring open space parcels, the Town standardly applies for State Land Grants. From 2006 through 2020 Brewster acquired twenty open space properties (including Conservation Restrictions) totaling 299 acres with a total acquisition price of $14,116,500. State LAND grants, as well as other funding was secured for these purchases resulting in a net cost of 56.6% or $7,997,937, with a final per acre cost of $26,748. Less funding has been available in the last few years, making individual land grants harder to obtain. However, the Open Space Committee has worked closely with the BCT and the Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts to foster 111 partnerships with other conservation trusts, as well as neighboring towns to purchase a number of properties, resulting in reduced costs to Brewster, even without State LAND grants. It is a privilege and pleasure to serve the Town in this manner. Our shared quality of life in Brewster is enhanced because we participate in the Community Preservation Act. Faythe Ellis, Chair Historical Commission Sharon Marotti, Vice-chair/Treasurer Citizen Member Elizabeth G. Taylor, Clerk Planning Board Roland W. Bassett, Jr. Recreation Commission Barbara Burgo Housing Authority Bruce Evans Conservation Commission Peggy Jablonski Citizen Member Diane Pansire Citizen Member Paul Ruchinskas Citizen Member 112 Report of the Council On Aging The COA’s mission is to support and advocate for older adults and their families by providing programs, services, and resources that promote independent living and quality of life. The vision is a society where “All Ages Matter,” and where successful aging across the lifespan is measured by purposeful living, personal well-being, respect and caring for others, life-long learning and opportunities for social and civic engagement, supported by local and regional planning partnerships that recognize and support the unique gifts and needs of each generation. All attempts were made to continue and expand programs according to the COA’s 5-year Action Plan. However, for the last 4 months of FY20, the COVID pandemic presented many challenges. The COA building was closed to the public in March and disrupted all activities and programs. No COA Advisory Board meetings were held during this time. In response, the COA staff looked to continuing critical services, especially for Brewster’s very old and/or frail residents. This included home-delivered meals and outreach services. Late in FY 20, the staff and Board looked to ways that programs could be provided virtually through Brewster’s cable TV channel (Channel 18) in FY21. However, even with the disruption related to the pandemic, the COA provided 10,079 units of service and programs to 970 older residents. Housing options and home modifications continued as areas of high interest. Building on the four-part educational series entitled: If I Live to Be 100, Where Will I Live, workshops were presented on Help at Home, A Home Away From Home (on senior living options) and Evaluating Nursing Home Options. To further represent residents’ housing needs and concerns, a COA Board member has been an active participant in the Brewster Housing Partnership. In response to requests for more exercise and physical fitness programs, the COA provided a range of exercise programs utilized by 245 persons. Programming was extended with the continuation of Funky Fitness (a more challenging exercise program) and a Tai Chi class. The Action Plan identified education on health and chronic disease management as a need of Brewster’s older residents. Therefore, to support health and well- being, a Health Education series was started with two workshops on Parkinson’s disease and Brain Health (in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Family Support Center). Due to the pandemic, planned workshops on Disaster Preparedness and Driving Safety were deferred to FY21. Similarly, workshops on Caregiver Education, Social Media, and Selling on Craig’s List and e-Bay were also deferred. Social and cultural events are an important way the COA keeps older adults engaged and connected. Forty nine percent of the 900 survey respondents indicated living alone with no family nearby. This puts Brewster’s older residents, especially those age 80+, at high risk for social isolation. Accordingly, until March 2020, the COA offered numerous social events attended by 150 persons during the year. The COA continued the Silvering Screen film series, showing 5 films featuring older actors and/or focusing on issues related to aging. Most of Brewster’s older residents drive as their major form of transportation; 33 to 40% make at least one modification to their driving. Modifications mentioned included not driving at night, in bad weather, or for long distances. The COA’s fleet of vans provided 2,285 rides for 91 persons In FY20. In addition, 33 volunteers provided 400 drives to medical appointments for 58 residents. Through Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, 8,132 home-delivered and on-site lunches were provided to 84 persons until March. Through Nauset Regional High School, 886 hot meals were delivered twice a week from late March to the end of the school year, June 26th. Outreach services that help identify, advocate for, and connect older residents with unmet needs to government and private sector agencies and COA programs and services designed to meet those needs were provided for 588 individuals. This service continued to be provided by telephone after March. In FY20, the COA Outreach Workers, who are Brewster’s S.H.I.N.E. (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) counselors, worked to review coverage needs and make recommendations. During the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period, they were able to save $380,272 FOR 500+ older residents. Prior to the COVID shutdown, the COA also arranged for AARP volunteers to assist 75 residents with their 2019 federal and state tax returns. The COA is fortunate to have had 113 volunteers in FY20 who provided 5,574 hours of service to 113 complement the work of staff. These volunteers assisted with banking assistance, computer classes, financial planning, legal help, food distribution, kitchen help, medical equipment shed maintenance, Meals on Wheels delivery, medical appointment transportation, and the monthly COA newsletter. Most of this volunteer assistance was curtailed in March. The COA is most grateful for the continued financial support given by the Friends of Brewster Elders. This organization supports many of our programs and subsidizes several social events. They also organize trips and outings throughout the year. Every year, they donate to Elder Service’s Meals on Wheels Program to ensure that no older person will go without a meal. The Friends also manage the Sea Captains Thrift Shop at 66 Harwich Road. Your support of the Thrift Shop provides aid to some programs which otherwise could not be funded through the Town budget. We work to improve our communication about upcoming programs, events and services. The monthly Bayside Chatter newsletter is mailed on request and is also available on the Town website: https://www.brewster-ma.gov/departments- mainmenu-26/council-on-aging-mainmenu-35. Programs and events are also announced on the website’s home page and on our flyers posted around town. Respectfully submitted, Andrea Nevins, Co-Chair Sharon Tennstedt, Co-Chair Frank Callahan Robert Deloye (through June 2019) Jay Green Penny Holeman Steve Holmes Laura Usher Denise Rego, Director 114 Report of the Dog Park Development Committee 2020 Massachusetts COVID-19 order #13, closing businesses and organizations and limiting meeting sizes, certainly impacted the Brewster Dog Park Development Committee’s (BDPDC) but despite the difficulties, significant dog park planning took place. Based on objectives from the Town’s 2018 visioning plan, the 2020 BDPDC mission from the select board was to find a means to fully fund the dog park. The site, to be developed at 631 Harwich Road (adjacent to the Police Station) as approved by Select Board in 2017 has been fully designed, which includes plans for: overall existing conditions, demolition, layout, grading & utility, plantings, site details and irrigation. COST: • April 2019 bid results ranged from $468k - $567k. • October 2019 bid results ranged from $425k - $553k • Feb 2021 – bid results ranged from $491k- $1M. FUNDING PLAN: Construction funding: • The Stanton Foundation awarded the Town $25k in 2018 to design a park, completed by Berkshire Design Group. • The Stanton Foundation will award the Town a $225k construction grant, phase 2 with the approval of the dog park at town meeting and securing CPA funds. • The Friends of Brewster Dog Park, Inc. (FBDP), a non-profit will donate $50k towards constructions costs. • The balance of construction funding, $185k was approved (Feb ’21) by the Community Preservation Committee using Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds. CPA funds are collected in an annual 3% local property tax surcharge (not a tax increase) and amounts collected are currently matched by the State at 35%. Operating & Maintenance funding: • The FBDP provided a draft Memorandum of Understanding to the Town outlining their role in running the day-to-day operation of the dog park with volunteer Stewards. The goal is to minimize the burden on the Town, both in management and financial obligations. • Agway of Cape Cod is committed to supporting the dog park by donating or heavily discounting needed supplies, and construction items including Mutt Mitts, benches, plants, mulch, and other items necessary long-term sustainability of the dog park. • Nauset Disposal has agreed to be a park supporter through the in-kind donation of waste disposal. • The Stanton foundation’s phase 3 program awards grants for capital improvements and repairs outside of regular maintenance. The park is eligible for grants at 12, 18 and 24 months after opening. Each grant may be equal to 5% (approx. $25,000 assuming a $500k build) of construction costs. • In addition to the $50,000 commitment towards the construction FBDP anticipates fund raising activities s to make improvements to the park (shed, safety and maintenance equipment etc.) to ensure that the dog park is not a maintenance burden to town residents. • The FBDP has met with Cape Abilities and the Latham Center, to increase community involvement recruit and train stewards as 115 volunteers to assist with the operation of the park and participate in fundraising activities. It is expected that Brewster, much like many other dog parks both locally and nationally, will have a strong group of volunteers, when the park is approved. A heartfelt thank you to the committee’s departing members Hayley Winfield and Jayanne Sci and departing Select Board Liaison, Mary Chaffee! Closing: The public is welcome to attend Committee meeting and questions or comments can be addressed to: dogpark@brewster-ma-gov The Friends of Brewster Dog Park, Inc., a 501(c)(3) public charity, is qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts. The FBDP are also looking for Volunteers, and can be reached at: FriendsOfBrewsterDogPark@gmail.com. Respectfully Submitted, The Dog Park Development Committee Tom Lincoln, Chair Rick Alto, Vice Chair Olga Sherry, Member Susan Riseman, Member Lisa Whelan, Member Paige Ferraguto, Member Cynthia Bingham, Select Board Liaison Carmen Scherzo, Board of Health Liaison 116 Report of the Emergency Management Director The Town’s Emergency Management Director (EMD) is responsible to ensure all town staff and equipment resources are suitably prepared to respond to requests for emergency services during storms, natural and man-made disasters, pre- planned events, and any other emergency incident that requires the services of local public safety officials. In addition, the director cooperatively manages the CERT team, supervises the operations of the emergency operations center, develops and manages disaster related reimbursement documents, responds to emergency incidents, manages community education and outreach efforts, writes and manages public safety grant applications, acts as a liaison with Federal, State, and County emergency management agencies and utility companies, and develops town wide emergency management standard operating response guidelines. During the year the Brewster Office of Emergency Management received a $2,900 Emergency Management Performance (EMPG) Grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In support of their outstanding volunteer contributions to the community’s public safety efforts the grant award was used to fund the purchase of personal protective clothing for the members of the Brewster/Orleans/Chatham/Harwich (BOCH) regional Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Throughout 2020 members of the CERT team played instrumental roles in providing operational and administrative support at a number of local and regional events including several Town meetings and elections, flu clinics, COVID vaccination clinics, pre-planned community activities, and the staffing of local emergency operation centers during the first several months of the COVID pandemic. This office is extremely appreciative of the outstanding efforts these dedicated community volunteers. To ensure a collaborative and cooperative approach to preserving the safety of our residents was sustained throughout the year the town’s Public Safety Management group and Local Emergency Planning Committee members continued to meet on a monthly basis. In addition to providing outstanding response services during several major winter storm events the groups daily work during the year included managing the purchase of an additional electronic sign board for community notification purposes, assisting in the development and planning of the installation of an emergency generator at Town Hall, assisting the Health Department with the planning and implementation of the drive through Flu clinic, providing staff support at the regional COVID vaccination clinic, developing and distributing an Emergency Preparedness Handbook to our residents, and supervising the purchase of COVID related personal protective equipment for Town employees. One of the major goals completed by the office in 2020 was the complete revision of the Towns Community Emergency Management Plan or (CEMP). This essential document serves as the principal operational framework from which the Town of Brewster will respond to, mitigate, and recover from hazardous situations, disasters, storm events, and any other emergency incident that may occur within the community. It also outlines the specific roles, tasks, and responsibilities of each Town department, local officials, and Federal, State, and regional public safety partners during emergency events under the unified response and recovery guidelines contained within the National Incident Management System (NIMS). In completing this complex project the Town was fortunate to have been provided support from Massachusetts Maritime 117 Academy Emergency Management student intern Elizabeth Kenny who worked tirelessly with local officials to produce an outstanding and detailed document that will serve as the community’s disaster response guideline for many years to come. Thank you Elizabeth. Managing the response of town resources to emergencies, disasters, and pre-planned events is a dynamic and challenging process that requires a large number of highly trained and capable employees who make up the foundation of our town’s emergency management activities. A list of the personnel assigned to the Local Emergency Planning Committee follows below. Local Emergency Planning Committee Members Peter Lombardi Heath Eldredge Robert Moran (EMD) Paul Anderson Amy von Hone Patrick Ellis Denise Rego Mimi Bernardo Kirk Rounseville Chris Miller Kathy Lambert Tom Thatcher Sherrie McCullough Victor Staley Lisa Vitale Donna Kalinick Sue Broderick James Jones Kevin Varley George Bausch Report of the Energy Committee The Energy Com. is pleased to report the following: \\Revenue from solar installations: Transfer Station $106,104 Eddy School 9032 Stony Brook School 8814 Additional revenue 30,700 Total 4154,720 Solar projects are underway at the Captains Golf Course parking lot and the driving range. Also contracts are underway for the Fire Station an Water Department building. Submitted by Edward Swiniarski, Chairman Richard Wolf , Vice Chair Chuck Hanson, Cvec Rep Colin Odell, CLC Rep Peter Soule 118 Report of the Finance Director The Accounting Department continues to execute its core missions which include: auditing and processing all Town payments to ensure compliance with Town and State procurement policies, assisting the treasurer’s office with verifying payrolls, the implementation and enforcement of strong internal controls, and providing information to department heads and support staff for decision making. Fiscal Year 2020 started out like any other – the books were closed in the middle of August, the balance sheet and supporting documents were submitted to the Department of Revenue for Free Cash certification. The Treasurer/Collector, Lisa Vitale, and I submitted several other routine end-of- year reports to the DOR’s Division of Local Services. Subsequently, The Deputy Assessor, Jim Gallagher, and I worked together to submit the Tax Rate Recap (the state’s online tool to set the town’s tax rate). In the fall the Capital Planning Committee was resurrected to put together a 5-year Capital Plan that was presented to the Selectboard and Finance Committee. In November, the Finance Team began to prepare the town’s FY21 Operating Budget. The team met with each department head to gather information to discuss the long and short term needs of the departments, and to develop a plan for funding these needs. On Saturday February 8th, 2020 Brewster Town Management held an all-day budget meeting for both the Selectboard and Finance Committee. Every department head presented their budget and answered questions asked by committee members. The all-day meeting was a success – the department heads impressed the Selectboard and Finance Committee members as they explained in great detail the various functions of their departments and the services they provide to the residents in Brewster. Also, it was clear that department heads are financially disciplined and resourceful; they continually seek cost effective ways to accomplish their goals. At this time, in February 2020, we had no idea that a global pandemic was going to change the course of the following 12 + months. By early March the pandemic was spreading quickly across the country. Governor Charlie Baker issued a State of Emergency. Town Hall was closed to the public and employees. In spite of the pandemic and the ‘new normal’ we managed to persevere. We were resourceful and determined to meet deadlines and provide services for Brewster residents and employees. With the help of our IT Director, Kathy Lambert, we quickly learned to leverage technology in ways we never imagined. In spite of working remotely, we managed to keep paying our vendors & employees, authorize contracts, and hold meetings – all in our new virtual world. I want to give a special thank you to the team in the finance offices- Ann Christen, Kathy Lambert, Lisa Vitale, Carrie Guiliano, Terry Iaccheri, Sarah Piebes, Jim Gallagher, and Erika Mawn. Everyone pulled together to keep moving forward. The world as we knew it was changing in front of our eyes, yet nobody missed a beat. The work got done, deadlines were met, and we even took on a few new projects. Truly remarkable. Respectfully submitted, Mimi Bernardo, Finance Director 119 Report of the Finance Committee The Finance Committee consists of nine members who are appointed by the Town Moderator. Three members are appointed each year so that members serve staggered three-year terms. The Committee meets throughout the year, usually weekly during the Town’s budget review process. The Committee reviews all operating budgets as well as all Spring and Fall Town Meeting warrant articles. The Committee’s main purpose is to represent the interests of Brewster taxpayers and is therefore independent of the elected and appointed Town administrators. The Committee provides recommendations and guidance to voting taxpayers for their consideration at Town Meetings. Committee members also attend other Town board and committee meetings as liaisons. Members expend significant personal time reviewing and evaluating department budgets, warrant articles, and reports. March of 2020 was disrupted by the onset of the Covid- 19 pandemic. Public meetings were prohibited, and committee meetings were held remotely using Zoom teleconferencing applications. Brewster’s Annual Spring Town Meeting was postponed until Fall of 2020. The Finance Committee met twenty-four times during 2020. Finance Committee members perform cost/benefit evaluations of Town governmental operations. Over the past few years, real estate taxes have become a larger percentage of total Town revenue. In the taxpayers’ interest, the Committee will continue its thorough analysis of all expenses to promote efficiencies and prudent financial management practices. The Finance Committee in conjunction with the Select Board proposed a new bylaw establishing an Audit Committee which was approved at Town Meeting in the fall of 2019. We see the committee as an added measure to ensure proper accounting practices are followed and to provide a thorough review of the annual audit. The Audit Committee was organized in 2020 to review the fiscal audit and to report its findings to the Select Board. The audit committee continues to meet and will be developing a request for proposals to facilitate the determination of appropriate candidates for the next contract for the audit services. During the year the Finance Committee formed the Nauset Regional High School (NRHS) subcommittee to focus on the proposed project to renovate and expand the regional high school and provide input to the Finance Committee in its deliberations and final vote on the project as configured by the School Committee and presented to the state for approval. In addition, the subcommittee report provided the voters of Brewster with the information necessary to reach an informed decision on the project. The Finance Committee controls a $104,700 Reserve Fund to provide emergency appropriations for any Town department that may request funding due to an unforeseen shortfall in their operating budget. Appropriation of these reserve funds requires a formal request through the Town Administrator, a public review by the Committee, and a majority affirmative vote of the Committee. No funding requests were made in 2020. In the past 3 years, several capital investment projects approved at Town meetings have had a significant impact on annual tax bills. On the immediate horizon are several additional capital investment proposals, including Nauset High School (subsequently approved in March 2021), the Ladies Library, a proposed Community Center, and the recent acquisition (October 2021) of the two Cape Cod Sea Camp properties. The Finance Committee must assess each expected project’s net cost, financial life expectancy, and financing options to effectively mitigate the impact of any Proposition 2½ overrides. The Finance Committee will continue to perform analyses of the Town of Brewster’s financial commitments and use their collective financial experience to make recommendations to the voters at Town Meeting. The Committee will also play an active and guiding role in evaluating the growing needs and additional services required by the Council on Aging and Health and Human Services. The Finance Committee would like to thank Michael Fitzgerald for the dedication and selfless service he has provided to the Committee and the Town of Brewster in his fourteen years’ service, including eight as Committee Chair. We continue to miss his impartial guidance, experienced leadership and deep commitment to the citizens of Brewster. Respectfully submitted, Harvey (Pete) Dahl, Chair 120 Report of the Fire & Rescue Department To the Honorable Select Board and the residents of the Town of Brewster, The members of our department would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Select Board, Finance Committee, Town Staff, and the residents of our community for the support provided to our department throughout this challenging year. As you can recognize the COVID pandemic that we are currently experiencing placed extreme hardships on our department during 2020 and notably limited our ability to complete a number of identified goals and objectives. These operational difficulties included the need to rapidly adapt to new and consistently amended response protocols, increased application of higher levels of personal protection equipment, shortages of personal protective equipment, initiating new ambulance and facility disinfecting protocols, adapting to new State mandated emergency medical training guidelines, the closure of fire headquarters to public access, restrictions in our ability to deliver fire prevention and other programs to the community, and the mandatory implementation of facility workforce COVID safety protocols. On positive note we were able to rise above these COVID related obstacles and achieve several operational goals in 2020 that deserve notice: • Awarded a 28,950.00 FEMA Assistance to Firefighter (AFG) Grant to purchase new state-of-the-art vehicle extrication equipment • Secured a $53,155.00 FEMA Assistance to Firefighter (AFG) COVID Supplemental Grant to fund COVID related equipment purchases • Awarded a $23,150.00 State COVID Grant to fund facility disinfecting and the purchase of a mask fit testing machine • Received a $6,300 State Fire Prevention Grant to fund school and senior citizen based fire and life safety educational programs and equipment • Completed a compartment refurbishment project on Engine 234 and Engine 239 • Initiated a project to develop a revised Five- Year Strategic Plan • Applied for and received $69,766.00 in supplemental ambulance revenue through Medicaid Certified Public Expenditures (CPE) program. • Received $29,363.00 in first round CARES ACT funding to reimburse ambulance revenue account for COVID related lost transport revenue. Achieving these significant administrative and operational goals was made possible through the dedicated effort of the firefighters and administrative staff of Brewster Fire/Rescue and continued support from the Select Board, Finance Committee, Town Administration and the residents of our community. Training In our quest to maintain our annual commitment of providing high level classroom and hands-on training opportunities for our personnel and meet mandatory State training regulations enacted during the COVID pandemic we partnered with an on-line training vendor (Fire Rescue 1) to offer national and state certified emergency medical and fire suppression related programs to our staff via an internet platform. We also collaborated with our neighboring departments to initiate a curriculum that brings monthly leadership and fire suppression training sessions from nationally recognized instructors to our respective personnel. Our members are required to recertify in their respective EMS disciplines every two years. Fortunately, due to the ongoing COVID pandemic the State has allowed all first responders recertifying in 2021 to obtain their CEU’s via on-line platforms. The purchase of the Fire Rescue 1 on-line platform will 121 furnish all of our members the ability to meet their required certifications within these new State mandates. In addition, we remain fortunate in that the training props we incorporated into our new facility have allowed us to continue to conduct a variety of COVID safe hands-on training evolutions designed to challenge the fire suppression related skills of our personnel. In support of fire department based regionalization efforts several department members continue to serve as members of the Barnstable County Technical Rescue and Dive Teams including Chief Moran who serves as a Task Force Leader, Captain Kimball who is on both the tech rescue and dive team, and Captain Foakes who is a member of the dive team. Our mission of providing life safety services to the residents and visitors to our community is an extremely dynamic and ever-changing exercise. Annual and sometimes weekly adjustments to EMS protocols, community response needs, technology, equipment, fire inspection services, and fire suppression techniques require us to be more aware, better trained, and more adept at planning for and responding to these challenging and escalating demands in particular during the ongoing COVID pandemic. To ensure we meet these mandates our personnel will continue to focus on enhancing our current service levels, and building respect from the community for our organization and the services we provide through continued efficient and effective response to incidents and strict adherence to our four core values of; Prepared For Duty, Serving With Integrity, Responding With Compassion, and Committed To Professional Excellence. Our experienced staff of skilled personnel have unfailingly proven to be the core providers of life safety services in our community for many years and we look forward to continuing to honor our mission of protecting our residents through the effective and efficient delivery of professional EMS and fire services. Statistics Between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020 the Brewster Fire & Rescue Department responded to a total of 2747 requests for assistance. Of this total 739 were fire related incidents and 2008 were EMS rescue related responses. A general breakdown of fire related responses includes: EMS Incident 2008 Fire (building, brush, vehicle, chimney, trash) 36 Hazardous Condition (electric, gas, carbon monoxide) 77 Rescue (water rescue, missing person) 15 Service Call (public assist, police assist, water leak) 134 Good Intent Call (controlled burning, smoke scare) 117 Detector Activation (smoke/CO activation, alarm malfunction) 356 Severe Weather (lightning strike, wind storm) 6 Fire Prevention & Inspection Once again the restrictions placed on our ability to conduct community and school based fire and life safety education programs and events was severely restricted by the COVID pandemic. However, following all COVID safety protocols our fire safety educators were able to present fire safety education programs at the Eddy School and several of the private schools in the community during which we educated over 250 students. Other initiatives completed during the year with funding received from our State fire prevention grants included the purchase of lock boxes for our senior resident lock box installation program, acquisition of COVID face masks for all of the Towns school aged children, and the purchase of fire safety props, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and fire and life safety educational literature. The workload and responsibilities of the inspection services component of the Fire Prevention Bureau continue to escalate in direct correlation with an increase in new construction, increased home sales, 122 and new fire code regulations. Annual mandatory fire inspections, liquor license inspections, home resale inspections, new construction, plan reviews, oil tank installation inspections, quarterly inspections of all nursing and assisted living facilities, required follow up re-inspections, and being included in the daily staffing count all place a significant burden on the daily workload assigned to the position. The Fire Prevention Bureau collected $21,562.00 in permit, inspection, burn, and miscellaneous fees during fiscal year 2020. The following breakdown identifies the various inspections completed and permits processed by the fire bureau. These inspections and permits resulted in a total of 1090 individual customer contacts. Tank Removal/Oil Burner Inspections 87 Annual Inspections/Re-inspections 84 School Fire Alarm Visits 6 Lock Box Installs 10 Smoke Detector Resale Inspections 354 Open Burning Permits Issued 361 Meetings/Plan Reviews 107 Fire Alarm Install Inspections 51 Report of the Oil Spill Coordinator Between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020 the Brewster Fire & Rescue Department responded to 27 hazardous material incidents in the Town of Brewster. These responses included motor vehicle accidents, natural gas leaks, leaking vehicle tanks, chemical spills, refrigerant leaks, and oil leaks. Report of the EMS Division Between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020 the Brewster Fire & Rescue Department was dispatched to a total of 2008 emergency medical requests for service. A general breakdown of incidents includes: Emergency medical 1642 Rescue, other incident 145 Medical assist, assist EMS crew 159 Motor vehicle accident 44 Transport to Cape Cod Hospital 1262 Resident Transports 1022 Non-Resident Transports 240 Brewster Fire & Rescue Department Personnel Roster Career Robert Moran Fire Chief/EMT Dean Smith FF/EMT Kevin Varley Deputy Chief/Medic Louis Carlo FF/EMT* Anthony Dalmau Captain/Paramedic Megan Przygocki FF/EMT Daniel Kimball Captain/EMT Alex McHugh FF/EMT Chad Foakes Captain/Paramedic Matthew DePippo FF/EMT* Michael Gerlach Captain/Paramedic Tyler Baker FF/EMT* Kirk Rounseville FF/Paramedic Craig DeCosta FF/EMT* Joseph Cox FF/Paramedic Jack Tuohy-Bedford FF/EMT Matthew Tucker FF/Paramedic Gretchen Riley FF/Paramedic Carrie McEnaney FF/Paramedic Vacant Fire Prevention Officer Winston Rodormer FF/Paramedic Vacant FF/EMT Matt Levasseur FF/Paramedic *Paramedic Student Amy Handel Administrative Assistant Call Cindy Coulter Lt/EMT Scott Romer FF/EMT Richard Bunker FF/EMT Jordan Shaw FF/EMT In closing, our personnel would like to extend our appreciation to the Brewster Police Department, Department of Public Works, and all other Town departments for the invaluable daily assistance, cooperation, and support received by our organization throughout the year. Respectfully submitted, Chief Robert Moran 123 Report of the Golf Department This past year is one that no one will soon – or ever – forget. COVID-19 dominated the headlines and our lives. Everyone in the Town of Brewster’s Golf Department and on the Golf Commission extends our sympathy to those who were affected by this once-in- a-century pandemic. Yet as we look back, we realize that it wasn’t all bad. The community came together in so many ways, showing unexpected kindness and understanding as we learned to navigate an ever-changing social landscape. With regulations regarding social distancing, use of face coverings, business operations, and gathering size in constant flux, the staff, members and guests, at The Captains all experienced a level of anxiety and confusion. But as the days turned into weeks, and the weeks into months, respect and patience were shown by all. As concerns about the pandemic continued, people considered outdoor activities to be safer than indoor endeavors, a viewpoint that was confirmed by the CDC. According to the Outdoor Industry Association, participation in activities such as hiking and walking was up 8.4%. In a story posted in December on GolfWeek.com, the increase in golf nationwide was even more dramatic: up nearly 12% according to the National Golf Foundation. This surge in interest in golf certainly played out at The Captains. Despite being closed for seven weeks, and with regulations requiring an extended gap between tee times, more rounds were played at The Captains in 2020 than in any of the previous 10 years. All segments of revenue saw an increase in 2020. Both resident and non-resident memberships increased. With people looking for a safe after-work activity, twilight play for both members and guests was up significantly. With so many rounds, one might expect the condition of the courses to have suffered. Yet throughout the season, the feedback from visitors and members alike indicated that the opposite was true, as the superior condition of the courses was mentioned over and over. Working in unusual conditions – wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing – the grounds crew’s performance was simply unsurpassed throughout 2020. As many people continued to escape urban areas in the fall, second homeowners and visitors made the autumn especially busy. When our new superintendent, Colin Walsh, came on board in September, he dove into the position, working with the crew to ensure that courses remained in pristine condition through the remainder of the golfing season. As the season drew to a close, Director of Operations Mark O’Brien announced his retirement. In the more than 20 years that Mark served as the director of golf, he oversaw dramatic improvements to The Captains, most notably the addition of the second 18-hole course in 1999. During Mark’s tenure, with help of long-time staff and the support of the Golf Commission, The Captains grew not only in size but in reputation, as what was a locally known 18-hole course evolved into an operation of regional renown. In 2020, The Captains was recognized as one of the top five courses in the state by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism. Jay Packett, who has worked at The Captains for more than 20 years, most recently as the Assistant Operations/Pro Shop Manager, was promoted to Director of Operations shortly after the new year. The Golf Department and Golf Commission extends its deepest gratitude to Mark for his years of service, and a hearty congratulations to Jay for his well-earned promotion. Also of note in 2020 was the complete renovation of the dining room at Freemans Grill, the onsite restaurant and event venue at The Captains. Sean Sullivan, the owner of Freemans Grill, and his team have done great things since leasing the space in 2018, elevating the overall experience for members and visitors. Open to both golfers and the public, the newly remodeled dining room is absolutely stunning and has been receiving rave reviews for the food as well as the outstanding service which goes along with it. When the original 18 holes at The Captains opened in 1985, recognition for the superior golf experience offered by the course began almost immediately, with the earliest accolade coming within the first year of operation, when Golf Digest proclaimed The Captains “the best new public course.” The courses have also been honored many times with a Gold 124 award for the best golf on the Lower Cape by the readers of Cape Cod Life. With the addition of the second course in 1999, (which is when the courses were designated as Port and Starboard and each of the holes named for a Brewster sea captain), came the ability to host larger groups such as: • A significant number of Massachusetts state qualifying events and competitions • Charity and corporate events each year, many benefitting local non-profit organizations • New England Intercollegiate Golf Association, which has played The Captains each year since 2000 (with exception of 2020 due to COVID-19) • Cleveland Tour, a mini-tour, in September of 2005 and 2006 (took over for the New England Pro Tour that had played in 2004) • North American Golf Tour in September of 2008 (mini-tour event) • Home course for the boy’s and girl’s Nauset High School golf teams • Participating in initiatives created by the PGA of America such as PGA Jr. League Despite doubling the number of holes of golf, ongoing overall improvements, and a vigorous maintenance program, The Captains has never found it necessary to request funds from the town. Since 1985, the courses have added more than $5M dollars to the town’s General Fund. With the retirement of the courses’ debt service in February of 2020 and increased play, the financial outlook of The Captains has never been stronger. In addition to revenue generated from memberships and daily-fee players, the pro shop, widely regarded as one of the finest on Cape Cod, add to The Captains’ robust balance sheet. The retirement of the debt service has also allowed The Captains to take on larger, long-term endeavors. In 2020, a fleet of new golf carts was leased. The installation of solar canopies in the parking lot of the driving range is currently underway; construction of solar canopies in the main parking lot will begin in the first half of 2021. These two solar projects are an important part of the Town’s commitment to continuing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by implementing new green energy projects and reflect The Captains’ willingness to support such efforts. A similar development is the on-going work The Captains is doing in support of Brewster’s plan to significantly reduce the amount of nitrogen flowing into Pleasant Bay. Thirty-six holes of golf in a challenging layout in immaculate condition, a full-service restaurant and pro shop, expert management and an experienced, approachable staff, and an active and engaged Golf Commission are what elevate the golfing experience at The Captains, and make the courses such an asset to the Town of Brewster. Respectfully submitted, Jay Packett, Director of Operations Brewster Golf Commission: Anne O’Connell, Chair Andrea Johnson, Vice-Chair Carl Blanchard John Kissida Wyn Morton Jeff Odell David Valcourt Below are some statistics for the period January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020: Annual Fee Passholders: Resident Passholders 763 Charter Non-Resident Passholders 4 Non-Resident Passholders 381 Junior Passholders 27 Total Passholders 1,175 Rounds Played: Annual Fee Passholders 48,648 Daily Fee Players 36,110 Total Rounds Played 84,758 125 Below is a recap of The Captains Golf Course Financial performance for FY 2020: Revenues: Annual Fee Passes $1,294,995 Daily Green Fees 1,529,818 Cart Rentals 539,831 Driving Range 111,337 Pro Shop Sales 208,548 Restaurant Rent 28,202 Total Revenues $3,712,731 Expenses: Wages $1,284,724 Fringe Benefits 513,203 Operating Expenses 783,957 Pro Shop Purchases 163,795 Total Expenses $2,745,679 Gross Profit $ 967,052 Capital Improvements $ 88,708 Debt Service Interest $ 31,838 Debt Service Principal $ 770,000 Operating Profit $ 76,506 126 Report of the Board of Health The Role of the Board of Health: The Brewster Board of Health is composed of five elected members who are responsible for administering both Massachusetts and local health laws and regulations in the Town of Brewster. Daily activities are conducted by the Health Department. Local Boards of Health in Massachusetts are required by state statutes and regulations to perform important duties related to: • Protection of public health, safety and welfare • Control of transmittable diseases • Promotion of sanitary living conditions, and • Protection of the environment Board Members: At the July 2020 reorganization meeting, the Board elected Carmen S. Scherzo, DVM, to serve as Chairman and Penny Holeman, MPH, MA, MS to serve as Vice Chairman. Carmen Scherzo’s term expires in May 2021 and Penny Holeman’s term expires in May 2022. Annette Graczewski, MT (ASCP) continues as a member of the Brewster BOH and her term expires May 2023. We thank Annette for serving as our excellent past BOH Chairman. Joe Ford also continues as member of the Brewster BOH and his term expires in May 2022. Jean Kampas joined the BOH this year and her term expires in May 2023. Board Meetings: Board of Health meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month. With Governor Baker’s March 2020 Orders limiting in person meetings the BOH began meeting remotely. The public could still participate, but remotely. Video archives and meeting minutes are available on the Town website. Member’s Additional Activities: The Board of Health has representatives or liaisons on the following Town committees: • Water Quality Review Committee: Penny Holeman, MPH, MA, MS • Recycling Commission: Annette Graczewski, MT (ASCP) • Dog Park Development Committee: Carmen S. Scherzo, DVM Board Activities: Covid-19 Pandemic: In response to the Covid-19 pandemic many of the usual Town activities were cancelled and access to Town facilities was curtailed. BOH activities were continued by a combination of emails, phone conferences and zoom meeting as permitted by Governor Baker’s orders, suspending certain Open Meeting Law provisions. The pandemic caused a greatly increased workload to our Health Department staff of three. The dedication and perseverance of Health Director Amy von Hone, Assistant Health Director Sherrie McCullough, and Senior Department Assistant Tammi Mason to keep us safe in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic should be recognized and applauded by all Brewster residents! Applications: The Board of Health evaluated 14 applications for variances to local and state Title 5 septic system regulations. The BOH also issued 3 new applications for Food Service Permits. Regulation Review: In a multi-year effort to update and revise all Board of Health regulations and in recognition of the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Board limited its update and review to only the Tobacco regulation. This review will be continued in 2021. Enforcement Actions: The Board reviewed four establishments for violations of the Tobacco regulation and issued fines to three. The Board also reviewed a trash receptacle complaint at one facility. Brewster Public Health Nursing Contract: The Board awarded a one year contract ending in June 2021, to the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod, Inc. The VNA holds vaccinations clinics, health screenings, and home visits for Brewster residents. The importance of contract tracing and participating in vaccination clinics conducted by the VNA during the Covid-19 pandemic cannot be overemphasized. They continue to provide outstanding service to the Town of Brewster as they have for many years. Monitoring of Large I/A Septic Systems: The Board continues to monitor the function of seven large wastewater septic systems in Brewster. Thank you: The Chair thanks the Board members, for their thoughtful, time consuming, and conscientious service to the Town, and to Animal 127 Inspectors Lynda Brogden-Burns and Sherrie McCullough for their continued, compassionate service. The Chair thanks the members of the Brewster Health Department: Health Director Amy Von Hone, Assistant Health Director Sherrie McCullough, and Senior Department Assistant Tammi Mason. These three perform the many activities required by the Brewster Board of Health, the Town of Brewster, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts professionally, thoroughly, and competently. Respectfully submitted, Carmen S. Scherzo, DVM – Chair Penny Holeman, MPH, MA, MS – Vice Chair Annette Graczewski, MT (ASCP) Joe Ford Jean Kampas 128 Report of the Health Department The Health Department is charged with the protection of environmental public health and the promotion of a healthy community through the varied daily activities conducted on behalf of the Brewster Board of Health. The Health Department is comprised of the Health Director, the Assistant Health Director, and the Senior Department Assistant who are responsible for a broad array of duties including but not limited to: licensing and inspections of food service establishments, lodging, swimming pools, bathing beaches, tobacco, barns, tanning establishments, camps, sewage disposal systems, housing, hazardous materials, wells, and emergency planning. Additionally, our office is responsible for the investigation of all public health related complaints to insure compliance with applicable state and local codes, and to promote a healthy living and working environment. The Health Department routinely coordinates with other Town Departments and Committees and local agencies, such as the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment, the Cape & Islands Health Agents Coalition, the Cape Cod Hoarding Task Force, the Cape Cod Rabies Task Force, the Cape Cod Regional Tobacco Control Division, and the Visiting Nurse Association to enhance our capabilities of providing services to the community at large. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic COVID-19 is a new respiratory disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed COVID-19 cases. It is believed that this particular strain originated in Wuhan, China in the winter of 2019, and quickly spread throughout the world, ultimately infecting the United States by January, 2020. The first case of COVID-19 in Brewster was confirmed on March 13, 2020 and by December 31, 2020, a total of 219 Brewster individuals had been infected with the disease. Coronaviruses are a large group of viruses; some cause illness in people and some occur in animals, including camels, civet cats and bats. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can evolve and infect people and then may spread between people. Human coronaviruses cause routine seasonal respiratory virus infections. Other coronaviruses, like SARS and MERS, can cause serious illnesses. Coronaviruses are respiratory viruses and are most commonly spread through respiratory secretions (droplets from coughs and sneezes) of an infected person to another person in close proximity (within about 6 feet). Symptoms of this infection may appear 2-14 days after exposure and include: • Fever, chills or shaking chills • Signs of a lower respiratory illness (e.g., cough, shortness of breath, lowered oxygen saturation) • Fatigue, sore throat, headache, body aches/myalgia, or new loss of sense of taste or smell • Other less common symptoms can include gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g. nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), rash, and inflammatory conditions such as “COVID toes”. • In elderly, chronically ill, or debilitated individuals such as residents of a long-term care facility, symptoms of COVID-19 may be subtle such as alterations in mental status or in blood glucose control It’s possible for people with COVID-19 to spread the virus to others up to 48 hours before they have symptoms. Many individuals remain asymptomatic but are still infectious and at danger of transmitting the disease. Those that become infected must isolate for a minimum of 10 days until they are no longer infectious. Individuals, who have been exposed to an infectious person, must quarantine for a minimum of 7-10 days to avoid transmitting the disease in the event they become infected. The universal methods of protecting yourself against the disease are: • Avoid large crowds and gatherings • Restrict contact to only those individuals within your family household • Wear face masks outside of your home that effectively cover your nose and mouth to prevent the spread of infected droplets • Maintain a minimum of 6’ between yourself and non-family members • Get vaccinated. Health Department Response to COVID-19 The COVID-19 Pandemic changed the landscape of how Public Health is defined; in particular, the level at which it encompasses our communities and how it is a fundamental piece of our community foundation. A 129 healthy community will quickly falter if it’s environmental public health is threatened, and can compromise the numerous parts that make up the whole of the community – families, businesses, schools, places of worship, community government, social services, and the healthcare system to name a few. The pandemic helped thrust the Health Department into the forefront by emphasizing the vital role of public health at the local level. Health Department staff, since the onset of COVID, have taken on the role of being the primary resource and the conduit for disseminating factual information about the virus, and providing credibility to an often times politically based message. Our staff quickly turned into COVID experts – interpreting new mandates and guidance for every discipline of the community, providing education and enforcement for continually changing rules and orders, establishing local protocols to protect our Town staff and facilities as we safely maintained contact with our residents and customers, and finally tracking the disease and responding appropriately as it infected our community in order to limit the potential devastation COVID would incur upon our population. The Health Department will continue to respond to the pandemic as it moves through its next phases, including community messaging of up to date data, continued guidance to our residents, schools, and businesses, and the preparation for mass vaccinations across our population to move towards the eventual end of our state of emergency. Health Department staff continued to provide customer service to residents and businesses in a courteous, professional, and timely manner on all aspects of public health, in addition to the unexpected workload precipitated by COVID-19. Staff adjusted to mandatory remote working environments to insure the safety of staff and customers, and adapted to a significant increase of online communication with customers to accommodate reduced in-person interactions in line with COVID safety protocols. Health Department staff will continue to adapt and adjust our roles and messaging in response to the pandemic as it evolves in our community and the world. We anticipate COVID-19 will be a part of our lives for many years to come, and are prepared to help guide our Brewster community through an ever evolving transition to keep our residents and visitors healthy and safe. Additional Highlights of our general activities during the 2020 year include: - Review with Board of Health the following revised local Board of Health Regulations: Sale of Tobacco Products to align with the State regulations. The regulations are under review for public comment and approval in 2021. - Successful implementation of new In-House Septic Local Upgrade Approval Policy for timely and cost saving septic system approvals and installations - Flu Clinics: o Annual Flu Clinic for the general public on October 22, 2020 cosponsored by Cape Cod Healthcare Pharmacy at Our Lady of the Cape Church with a record breaking 193 immunizations administered. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the clinic was conducted as a Drive-Thru clinic. Assistant Health Director Sherrie McCullough coordinated the clinic in conjunction with our mandated local Emergency Dispensing Drill to meet the yearly deliverables required for our local emergency response planning. The following Brewster Departments and local agencies were instrumental in the success of the clinic: Fire Department, Police Department, Council on Aging, Highway/DPW, Town Administrator’s Office, Barnstable County Health Department, BOCH CERT Team, Building and Maintenance. o Brewster Elementary Schools Flu Clinic for students and family members on October 9, 2020 to meet the mandated MA Department of Public Health Influenza Vaccination requirement for all students Pre-K through Grade 12 in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The clinic, held at Stony Brook Elementary School Gymnasium, was co-sponsored by the Visiting Nurses Association, The Stony Brook and Eddy Elementary School Nurses (Colleen Lawless, RN, and Melissa Miller, RN), and several school staff volunteers. Total vaccinated individuals: 86 children and 82 adults. o Brewster Town Staff Flu Clinic on October 27, 2020 cosponsored by the Brewster Fire Department and the Visiting Nurses Association, and conducted in an open bay of the Fire Department Garage to meet COVID- 19 protocols. Total vaccinated individuals: 27. 130 - Posted Cyanobacteria Warning Advisory at Seymour Pond and Schoolhouse Pond in August, 2020 in conjunction with Association for the Preservation of Cape Cod, Brewster Natural Resources, and the Brewster Ponds Coalition as a result of the ongoing testing program for blue green algae in numerous Brewster ponds - Posted several Swimming Beach Closures at Breakwater Beach in August and September, 2020 due to high levels of bacterial counts discovered during our seasonal routine weekly surface water sampling mandated by the Clean Waters Act. Several area Neighborhood Beach Associations (Cobbs Pond, Tides Court) were also affected due to the use of Breakwater Beach as a surrogate sampling point for abutting private association beaches. - Senior Department Assistant Tammi Mason continues to work on the upcoming implementation of the online permitting program. INSPECTIONS PERFORMED Barns……………………………………………………………52 Camps, Trailer Parks, Mobile Homes, Motels……………….9 Food Establishments…………………………………..........318 Housing……………………………………………………….….3 Percolation Tests, Soil Tests…………………………...........77 Sewage Disposal……………………………………………..282 Swimming Pools………………………………………..........100 Tanning Establishments……………………………….............3 Temporary Food Establishments…………………………….12 Complaints Investigated…………………………………...….99 Review of Subsurface Disposal System Inspection Reports........340 Review of Subsurface Disposal System Engineered Plans……..282 Review of Building Permits…………………………………..…….…98 Review of new Food Establishment applications……………………2 REPORTABLE COMMUNICABLE DISEASES Under the authority of 105 CMR 300.100, communicable diseases are required to be reported by household members, physicians and laboratories to the Board of Health. The following diseases have been reported to the Board of Health: Suspect Confirmed Babesiosis……………………………………………... 6 Campylobacteriosis……...……………………………... 0 4 Calicivirus/Norovirus…………………………………. 0 1 Covid-19 Confirmed: 218 Contacts: 95 Probables: 17 Hepatitis C (chronic) ………………………………... 0 4 Human Granulocytic Anaplasmosis…………………… 0 1 H Influenza…………………………………………….. 0 1 Influenza……………………………………………….. 15 5 Lyme Disease………………………………………….. 69 0 Salmonella……………………………………………… 0 1 Streptacoccus pneumonia…………………………………. 0 1 Tuberculosis……………………………………………… 0 1 COMMUNITY SERVICES The Health Department, in conjunction with the Council on Aging, sponsors programs such as child immunization clinics, senior home visits, maternal child health visits, and communicable disease monitoring, with the assistance of the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod. Referrals through the Council on Aging totaled 160 hours of VNA services 131 with 232 residents served. The Health Department recognizes the importance of this collaboration with the above entities in order to service an often overlooked population in our community not captured by our current healthcare system. Sponsorship of these services by the Health Department helps bridge the gap not covered by insurance programs and would otherwise be out-of-pocket expenses to our residents. From March 2020- June 2020 the VNA of Cape Cod spent 69 hours working on COVID contact tracing in the Town of Brewster. These hours included offering guidance to positive cases, probable cases, and close contacts. The hours also include time spent communicating between local businesses, schools, Physicians, and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. LICENSES AND PERMITS The following licenses and permits were issued during January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020: No. Permits Total Fees Barn 53 $ 1370.00 Burial 131 $ 409.77 Disposal Works Construction Permits 118 $ 9383.00 Disposal Works Installer 64 $ 6490.00 Food Service 81 $ 9585.00 Private Well Installation 18 $ 1080.00 Recreational Camps, Motels, Campgrounds & Mobile Homes 5 $ 200.00 Remove, Transport & Dispose of Garbage 11 $ 2530.00 Septage Haulers 23 $ 4070.00 Swimming Pools & Spas 23 $ 3190.00 Tanning facilities 1 $ 110.00 Tobacco Sales Permits 7 $ 660.00 Variances 17 $ 675.00 Fees Collected by the Health Department Soil & Percolation Tests…………………………………………………………..…… $ 5050.00 Miscellaneous (Copies, Reports, Maps, Late Fees)…………………………………$ 6806.00 Total turned in to the Treasurer’s Office $51,608.77 COMMITTEES AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING To insure public health standards are maintained and are a part of the planning process throughout Town, the Health Director and Assistant Health Director regularly attend and are active participants on numerous committees such as the Brewster Water Quality Review Committee, Pleasant Bay Alliance, the Local Emergency Planning Committee, Cape & Islands Health Agents Coalition, Staff Review, the Cape Cod Regional Tobacco Control Program, the Cape Cod Rabies Task Force and the Cape Cod Hoarding Task Force. Additionally, we regularly attend training seminars sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Massachusetts Environmental Health Association, the Massachusetts Health Officers Association, and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, among others, to maintain our professional certifications (Registered Sanitarian, Certified Health Officer, Certified Soil Evaluator, Certified System Inspector, Serv-Safe Certification) which require mandatory professional development for continuing education credits. These trainings provide an outlet for collaboration and an exchange of ideas with fellow health agents and public health officials, and keep us abreast of emerging health concerns to better protect and serve our community. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Health Department staff adjusted to online training for all training 132 seminars. Assistant Health Director Sherrie McCullough continues to be an active member of our Brewster-Orleans-Chatham-Harwich Community Emergency Response Team (BOCH CERT) which was instrumental in the successful operation of the numerous COVID-19 vaccination clinics conducted by the Barnstable County Health Nurses. The Health Department looks forward to working with this dedicated group of volunteers during special Town events and is fortunate to have another layer of trained emergency personnel during times of unforeseen emergencies. I would like to acknowledge the services of the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment whose staff continues to provide technical expertise and extensive laboratory analyses at significant cost savings to the Town. In addition, they provided supplemental inspection services for the summer of 2020. I extend a special thanks to the Board of Health; my Assistant, Sherrie McCullough, RS; Tammi Mason, Senior Department Assistant; all other Town Departments, Select Board Member Mary Chaffee (Board of Health Liaison), our contact Meg Payne, MBA, Public Health and Wellness Manager at the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod, for all of her assistance, our Brewster Elementary School nurses Colleen Lawless, RN and Melissa Miller, RN, and the Cape Cod Medical Reserve Corps. Lastly, I wish to thank the Brewster community for their support of our department and I look forward to many productive years of serving the public health needs of the community. Respectfully Submitted, Amy L. von Hone, RS, CHO Health Director 133 Report of the Health & Human Services Committee Below please find the Health and Human Services Committee’s funding recommendations for 17 non -profit agencies that support Brewster citizens. We are grateful for the services of these 17 incredible agencies. Every year, these agencies help our neighbors through tough times, and times have never been tougher than they are now. AGENCY FY22 Recommendation FY21 Award FY20 Award Aids Support Group of Cape Cod $4,000 $3,000 $2,500 Alzheimer’s Family Support $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 Cape Abilities $7,000 $7,000 $7,000 Cape Cod Children’s Place $9,000 $9,000 $8,500 Consumer Assistance Council $600 $500 $500 Duffy Health Center $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 Elder Services $8,600 $8,600 $8,500 Family Pantry of Cape Cod $5,000 $4,300 No Application Gosnold $12,000 $12,000 $11,500 Homeless Prevention Council $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 Independence House $9,000 $7,300 $6,000 Lower Cape Outreach Council $9,500 $9,500 $9,500 Nauset Together We Can $1,500 $3,000 $3,000 Nauset Youth Alliance $17,000 $10,800 $10, 800 Outer Cape Health Services $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 Sight Loss Services $1,500 $1,500 $1,200 South Coastal Counties Legal Services $4,200 $4,120 $4,134 Total $129,900 $121,620 $118,634 The Health and Human Services Committee recommends a total increase in funding of 6.8% ($8,280) for FY2022. On the advice of the Town Administrator’s office, we initially kept our recommended funding increase to around 2.5%. However, the Town Administrator’s office, in communication with the Brewster COVID Relief Fund Working Group and the Nauset Youth Alliance (NYA), further advised an additional $5,000 for NYA as a one-year-only supplement. The Health and Human Service Committee was unanimous in accepting this advice. We know that the pandemic is an existential threat to NYA. We know that NYA is doing everything economically feasible to stay afloat. And, we know that NYA provides essential childcare and educational services to Brewster families. Nevertheless, to remain within the 2.5% guideline, we could only recommend $12,000 of NYA’s $20,000 request. The additional $5,000 dollars allows us to recommend $17,000 of NYA’s $20,000 request. In sum, our recommended 6.8% funding increase represents increased funding for 6 agencies, level funding for 10 agencies and decreased funding for 1 agency. Following is but one 2019 highlight from each agency: Aids Support Group of Cape Cod, in addition to offering free screenings and a large-scale overdose prevention program, served 5 Brewster residents with medical case management with a conservatively estimated total cost of $10,572 per year. Recommended Funding: $4,000 Alzheimer’s Family Support served 117 Brewster residents on average each month with support groups, ongoing phone support, counseling, care consultation, memory screenings, education, outreach and social and cultural events with a conservatively estimated total cost of $60,900 per year. Recommended Funding: $10,000 134 Cape Abilities served 28 Brewster residents with vocational training, supported employment, day habilitation, life skills, community-based day supports, residential services, adult family care and shared living with a conservatively estimated total cost of $2,268,618 per year. Recommended Funding: $7,000 Cape Cod Children’s Place served 473 Brewster residents with family support visits, play groups and parenting education classes with a conservatively estimated total cost of $22,140 per year. Recommended Funding: $9,000 Consumer Assistance Council served as consumer advocate for 9 Brewster cases with a total dollars recouped and/or saved of $27,915 per year (averaged over the last two years). Recommended Funding: $600 Duffy Health Center, through their In From The Streets Program, served 3 Brewster clients by providing 9 nights of emergency safe shelter with a conservatively estimated total cost of $1,665 per year. Recommended Funding: $1,000 Elder Services delivered 9,357 Meal-on-Wheels to 88 Brewster residents with an estimated total cost of $87,020 per year. Recommended Funding: $8,600 Family Pantry of Cape Cod provided food, clothing, healthy eating education and a mobile pantry to 373 Brewster residents over 2617 hours of service with an estimated total cost of $28,884 per year. Recommended Funding: $5,000 Gosnold served 122 Brewster residents with 3,904 units of inpatient and/or outpatient services including Outpatient Therapy for Substance Use, Outpatient Therapy for Mental Health and Ambulatory Medical Services with a conservatively estimated total cost of $390,400 per year. Recommended Funding: $12,000 Homeless Prevention Council provided case managers for 80 Brewster families with a conservatively estimated total cost of $49,440 per year. Recommended Funding: $15,000 Independence House provides an array of services including counseling, advocacy and basic needs to 90 Brewster survivors and 136 units of service to Brewster children through the Child Witness to Violence Program and Child Sexual Assault Services with an estimated total cost of $82,046 per year. Recommended Funding: $9,000 Lower Cape Outreach Council served 245 Brewster households through cash assistance, food, clothing, Thanksgiving baskets and holiday toys with an estimated total cost of $482,218 per year. Recommended Funding: $9,500 Nauset Together We Can served 20 Brewster middle schoolers over 144 visits to the free Youth After School Program which provides a safe, healthy, social environment for students to do homework, play and relax with adult supervision and mentoring for a conservatively estimated total cost of $3,600 per year. Recommended Funding: $1,500 Nauset Youth Alliance served 112 Brewster children by providing after-school care and summer programming with an estimated total cost of $369,797 per year. Recommended Funding: $17,000 Outer Cape Health Services provided 833 Brewster residents 3,173 billable visits and 9,964 non-billable encounters (including uninsured patients and phone, web, lab, pharmacy etc.) with an estimated total cost of $774,212 per year for billable visits only. Recommended Funding: $15,000 Sight Loss Services provided 487 units of service (support groups, education, referrals, home independence, adaptive aids and advocacy) to 105 Brewster residents with an estimated total cost of $9,145 per year. Recommended Funding: $1,500 South Coastal Counties Legal Services provided free legal services to 23 low-income and/or elderly Brewster residents with an estimated total cost of $27,853 per year. Recommended Funding: $4,200 The members of this committee continue to be impressed with the work of these agencies in their efforts to support our townspeople. It is clear that Brewster residents seek out these agencies for support--especially in times of crisis; it is also clear that the agencies seek to find new and more effective ways to meet the needs expressed by our residents. We hope you will approve our request for the 6.8% funding increase. 135 Report of the Historic District Committee Now in its 47th year the Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District was established under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 470, Acts of 1973 as amended. The Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District Act is a uniquely formed regional preservation and architectural review law. The Regional Historic District regulates the construction, alteration and/or demolition of all signs, buildings and structures protecting a distinctively historic and aesthetically important region of Cape Cod. Historic District Committee meetings are generally held at 7:00 pm on the first and third Monday of each month. Applications and guidelines are available at the Historic District Committee’s office located within the Building Department or on the Town of Brewster’s website. In 2020 the Committee received $4,600.00 in fees and processed 209 applications as described below. APPLICATIONS 2017 2018 2019 2020 Certificate of Appropriateness 85 56 84 68 Certificate of Exemption 97 145 103 113 Certificate of Amendment 22 15 26 23 Certificate of Demolition 2 8 6 2 Sign Certificate of Appropriateness 21 23 12 3 Total 227 247 231 209 Jim Trabulsie was re-elected to be the Chairman and will continue in that role through 2023. The Committee continues to assist the Town in their efforts to preserve, promote, and educate the public about Old Kings Highway Historic District and historic properties. Sadly, the Historic District Committee lost some very valuable people this year. Michelle Tero, Senior Department Assistant who passed this year was pivotal in keeping the Historic District Committee organized and on track. Her sense of humor and commitment to assist the residents of Brewster and the Historic District Committee will not be forgotten. John Halvorson, who served as a member of the Brewster Historic District Committee for over thirty years. John co-founded a local business in Brewster, Rose Forge, Inc. where he worked for over four decades, until he retired in 2006. The Committee wishes to express its appreciation to the residents and merchants of the Town of Brewster for complying with the Historic District guidelines and thank the Building Department for their continued assistance, particularly Senior Department Assistant Sara Provos in organizing, publishing and preparing all of the documents necessary for the committee’s action. Respectfully submitted, Jim Trabulsie, Chairman Patricia Busch Tom Turcketta (Appointed by Select Board) Carol Appleton Steven Bergquist George Carey (Alternate) 136 Report of the Housing Coordinator Using the Housing Production Plan as a guide, Brewster’s housing program addresses the Town’s community housing needs. The goal, as stated in the Vision Plan: Provide more affordable, safe and accessible rental and home ownership housing options at different price points, particularly for single people, young families, and our older population. Achieve the state’s 10% affordable goal by 2025. The housing program involves the collaborative work of a team including the Affordable Housing Trust, Housing Partnership, Community Preservation Committee, Assistant Town Administrator Donna Kalinick, Town Planner Ryan Bennett, and Housing Coordinator working with the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals and Building Department. Partnerships with the Brewster Housing Authority and Council of Aging are essential and the Select Board’s strong involvement plays a key supportive role. The Housing Coordinator is available for community members requesting assistance or having questions, comments or ideas about housing. In 2020, assistance included referrals to available services, help with applications, support for residents dealing with Covid related housing challenges, and explanations about housing programs. The Housing Office webpage also offers additional helpful information. Brewster Housing Facts: According to the most recent US Census’ American Community Survey estimate, Brewster has 7,961 housing units. Of Brewster’s housing, 45% is owner occupied, 8% is renter occupied, and 44% is seasonally occupied. The median value of owner occupied housing was $442,000. These statistics all pre-date the Covid pandemic and the 2020 US Census. Affordable Housing in Brewster: The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) reports that Brewster has 268 units of affordable housing on the Subsidized Housing Inventory (SHI). This represents 5.58% of Brewster’s year-round housing stock. 203 of the units are rentals and 65 are home ownership properties. Six homes were added to the Town’s SHI this year. 2020 Highlights: COVID-19 Response- The Covid pandemic provided unique challenges in 2020 and the Housing Office assisted in the Town’s response to support residents. Outreach to the community helped determine needs and appropriate responses. Resource information was compiled and shared via the website and mailed to all affordable homeowners. The Brewster Covid Fund was created and the Housing Office assisted in application assessment and referral for housing assistance. Brewster Rental Assistance Program: The Housing Trust designated $75,000 of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds to operate a Rental Assistance Program with a Covid component. The Covid emergency component of the program was developed collaboratively with all eight Lower and Outer Cape communities. The Trust selected Housing Assistance Corporation (HAC) to manage the rental assistance and the Brewster funds are well coordinated with other available resources from the state and federal government. The Trust also applied for continued CPA funding for rental assistance. Housing Rehabilitation: Invited by the Town of Dennis, Brewster and Wellfleet, joined a regional $1.3 million Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application for housing rehabilitation and childcare funding. Housing rehabilitation has been identified as a priority need in Brewster and over 20 pre-applications were received during the grant outreach process. The Town was still waiting for the funding allocation at the end of 2020. Habitat for Humanity Paul Hush Way: The final seven affordable homes were finished in this lovely new fourteen home neighborhood on Paul Hush Way. Local volunteers and homeowners participated in the construction of the homes and Habitat made 137 adjustments to meet Covid safety protocols. The Building Department helped assure that final Certificates of Occupancy were complete so the new homeowners could move into their homes in December. A virtual Home Dedication was held at the end of the year. Brewster Woods: Located on Brewster Housing Authority property off Brewster Road, this permitted development of 30 affordable rental apartments received Low Income Housing Tax Credits funding approval from DHCD. The Barnstable HOME Consortium pledged $250,000 and $550,000 has been designated from CPA funds. Infrastructure work, supported by a 1.68 million dollar MassWorks grant, began in December. Completion of construction and occupancy is expected in 2022. Millstone Community Housing Parcel – A pre- feasibility study, funded by a Mass Housing Partnership (MHP) grant, was completed in 2020. The Housing Trust, who are overseeing development of this Town owned 16+ acre parcel, also contracted with Barrett Planning for community outreach. The final of three Community Engagement sessions was held in March and an on-line survey with 275 responses helped to identify a preferred concept plan. In response to abutter feedback, a Watershed Study of the property was also performed. The Trust plans to draft a Request for Proposals (RFP) in the coming year Serenity Brewster- The former Wingate Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living home on Rt. 124 was purchased by Elevation Financial Group. The ZBA granted a use variance for the property which will be rehabilitated into age 55+ rental housing and renamed Serenity Brewster. Elevation presented to the Housing Partnership and Trust, completed Site Plan Review with the Planning Board, agreed to designate 20% of the apartments as affordable, and to work with the Town to place the affordable units on the SHI. Preservation of Affordable Homes – The Housing Trust, with CPA funding available, continued work on the process to return several presently unoccupied SHI homes to habitable, affordable homes. The Trust has engaged legal counsel and is pursuing two avenues to obtain site control of one SHI property. Affordable Home Buyer’s Buy-Down Program- One affordable home was resold in 2020. The home was then purchased through the Brewster Affordable Home Buyer’s Buy-down Program. This initiative, financed with CPA funds, provides up to $30,000 to assist an income eligible first time home buyer purchase an affordable, deed restricted home in Brewster. Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Zoning Bylaw- The Building and Planning Departments worked together on the ADU bylaw implementation which also involves the ZBA when Special Permits are required. In 2020, seven permits were granted for accessory apartments and ADUs. Community Outreach, Regional Involvement & Training- Community outreach included videos, email blasts, and web postings. Brewster staff and committee members participated in the Lower Cape Housing Institute and Peer Group facilitated by the Community Development Partnership (CDP) and in workshops held by MHP and Citizens and Housing Planning Association (CHAPA). Special thanks to Assistant Town Administrator Donna Kalinick and Town Planner Ryan Bennett for their guidance and support; the Housing Partnership, Housing Trust, and CPC for their dedication; and the residents of Brewster for their commitment to community housing. Respectfully submitted, Jill Scalise, Housing Coordinator 138 Report of the Housing Partnership 2020 was another very active year for the Brewster Housing Partnership (BHP). As in the previous year, we continued to provide information to Brewster residents as well as advocacy for proposed projects and initiatives that were aligned with the 2017 Housing Production Plan. In addition, our members participated in other housing-related events in service to the town. Collaborating with the Brewster Housing Coordinator, the Housing Partnership hosted guest speakers to provide education regarding the • Habitat for Humanity – Paul Hush Way – The BHP was pleased to support and help celebrate the completion of Phase 2 of the Habitat for Humanity project on Paul Hush Way. New homes were constructed and a dedication held for the new homeowners in December. • Brewster Woods Project – The BHP provided a letter of support in 2017 to the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Comprehensive Permit was issued in April 2018. This increase in Brewster’s housing inventory allowed for the HPP to be certified by the Department of Housing and Community Development in 2018. The BHP has been monitoring the changes and was delighted to see the opening of construction on this project. • Millstone Project – The BHP has helped in the evolution of this project from the start and will continue to play an active roll in its future development. The BHP participated in the Millstone Community Engagement Sessions. • Housing Rehabilitation Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application - The BHP held an information session about a potential housing rehabilitation and childcare grant opportunity. • Serenity Brewster – The BHP was delighted to review the plans for the new Serenity Brewster development on the site of the vacant EPOCH buildings. This project will be a significant venue for Brewster and Cape Cod Seniors. • Habitat Red Top Road – The BHP provided a letter of support for this LIP project. The BHP also provided a letters of support and input to the Community Preservation Committee for housing related projects and the Housing Coordinator position. The BHP recognizes the contribution of this position to the initiatives outlined above, as well as the other areas pertaining to housing in Brewster. As of this year, the entire BHP will review requests to the Brewster CPC for CPA housing requests. In prior years these requests were submitted to a sub- committee, comprising of members from each body. Our focus for 2021 will be to continue to advance the established priorities in the Housing Production Plan, as well as continuing our member’s participation in educational and training opportunities pertaining to housing issues, host guest speakers and presentations to our monthly meetings and provide opportunity for our residents to discuss and advocate for housing issues for special populations in Brewster. We are pleased to welcome guests and representatives from other Brewster boards, agencies and organizations at our monthly meetings Appreciation The Brewster Housing Partnership wishes to thank the Select Board, the Town Administrator, the Staff and the people of Brewster for their support. With a special thanks to Jill Scalise, Housing Coordinator and Donna Kalinick, Assistant Town Administrator; their help and knowledge has been invaluable. The Brewster Housing Partnership wishes to say “Thank You” to Ned Chatelain for his many years of service and valuable contributions to the work of the Housing Partnership. Brewster Housing Partnership Ralph Marotti, Chair Vanessa Greene, Clerk Jillian Douglass Lisa Forhan Diane Pansire Sara Robinson Steve Seaver 139 Report of the Housing Trust The Brewster Municipal Affordable Housing Trust entered 2020 prepared to further work on the many important housing initiatives it had already started, and eager to launch new housing programs that would assist our residents. Membership remained stable with representatives of the Select Board, Town Administrator, Brewster Housing Partnership, Community Preservation Committee (CPC), Planning Board and two residents at large. The Trust opened the year continuing its work on Community Engagement for the Millstone Road Community Housing initiative, and finalizing more than six months of community input, with the hope of moving forward with a concept plan and design guidelines as part of the developer Request for Proposals process. The Trust also engaged in several housing support initiatives, including Housing Rehabilitation and Rental Assistance programs. The Town joined with Dennis and Wellfleet on a regional application for Community Development Block Grant funding of a program for housing rehabilitation and childcare vouchers. Both of these support programs would provide many benefits to our residents. When the COVID-19 pandemic closed Town offices in March, public meetings were suspended for a few months. While the Trust was not able to meet again until June 2020, during that time, Trust support staff continued to assist residents in need and monitor the effect of the pandemic on the already critical housing crisis. When the Trust began meeting again, virtually, in summer 2020, creating a local Rental Assistance Program became an apparent top priority, and an emergency assistance component was at the forefront of the Trust’s agenda. Working with other Lower and Outer Cape towns and non-profit housing partners, the Trust was able to design and launch a hybrid emergency/regular rental assistance program by August. With many residents struggling to pay their rent and in danger of losing their homes and rentals, the Trust quickly developed a Request for Quotes and ultimately hired Housing Assistance Corporation to administer the program which aides residents in matching the best assistance programs with their needs. The local rental assistance program was funded with a CPC allocation that the Trust received in 2018 and the Trust decided to apply for further CPC funding to keep this important program in place. In the fall of 2020, the Housing Trust met with the CPC in a joint meeting to discuss future funding requests and how to work best together. The Millstone Community Housing initiative also remained a top priority in 2020. In March, the Trust held the third community engagement session and presented the concept plans that had been developed based on community input and the demonstrated need from the town Housing Production Plan. The Trust also offered an online visual preference survey which garnered input from more residents in the community. With pre-feasibility complete and a preferred concept in place, the Trust, working with Mass Housing Partnership, began to enter the developer Request for Proposals process which is expected to take 4 to 6 months. Before embarking on that process, in response to some community concerns, the Trust decided to do further analysis of the municipal parcel’s potential storm water impact, and a Watershed Analysis of the property was done. The Trust looks forward to bringing this important project one step closer to fruition in 2021 and values all of the community input it has received to create a great new community in our Town. Housing training and education continued to be an important part of the Trust’s effectiveness. Many members of the Trust took part in virtual housing meetings with other Lower Cape towns, virtual trainings and conversations about how to best handle the increased housing challenges our communities face, made more critical due to the pandemic. The Trust also collaborated on and supported other non-Trust initiatives such as Brewster Woods, Serenity Brewster and Habitat for Humanity efforts. We thank our Select Board, Town Administration, Town Departments, our town committees and our residents for their support as we work on the critical affordable and community housing challenges that we collectively face together. A special thanks goes to Jill Scalise, Brewster Housing Coordinator, for her invaluable work providing information, training and guidance to the Trust. Respectfully submitted, Housing Trust 140 Report of the Ladies Library The doors to the Brewster Ladies’ Library were closed on March 16, 2020. We are living in strange times indeed! The Brewster Ladies Library staff has continued to work diligently to bring our essential services to serve our community. We now close this fiscal year without re opening our doors to the public. A date for reopening has yet to be determined. This decision will be based upon the recommendations of the Brewster Health department, Town Administrator, and from Reopening Massachusetts, the Baker-Polito Administration’s comprehensive plan. While the doors remain closed we are delivering a continuation of databases remotely and have introduced new remote programs. The daily digital version of the New York Times newspaper has been added to our remote offerings. We started a completely new service, curbside delivery for our patrons to continue to get materials from our vast library catalog collections. Starting on June 4, 2020 curbside pickups had been averaged 85 items per day. Now in July due to the statewide delivery system restarting we are now averaging 282 items daily! What a great success thanks to our staff and patrons for being adaptable. The responses have been overwhelmingly positive. Now weekly Facebook StoryTime and Friday crafts programs have gone online. Through an increase of our social media activities we now have over 1100 followers on our Brewster Ladies Librarys’ Facebook Page. A revival of our Instagram account now has over 500 members. The library’s Twitter account has 560 followers. Many Thanks to Nori Morganstein our Children’s Librarian and Gabrielle Griffis the Assistant Childrens’ Librarian who was hired just in time on February 13, 2020. The statistical comparisons from a previous range of years this year will be disrupted as we no longer have a door count, checkouts and volunteer hours have been greatly reduced. There have been sharp increases in eMaterials throughout CLAMS. Starting in July 2019 there were 65,638 items and steady increases to 98,840 items in April. There was an increase of 20,000 items from March 2020 to April 2020. There were 261 new Brewster residents who subscribed to OverDrive. It was a great honor to have Valerie Plame speak as part of the Nickerson Lecture Series on October 19, 2019 in front of a sold out audience. Her lecture provided a compelling and informative speech on her former career as a covert CIA operations officer. Additional Nickerson programs were held in the Brewster Ladies' Library auditorium. These events are meant to enhance the understanding of the high stakes world of espionage and intelligence in which Ms. Plame was involved. MBLC Library Building Grant Project update. The library hosted the CLAMS Legislative Luncheon on Friday, January 10th. There were 70 participants from the Cape’s legislative delegation along with library directors and trustees. Peter Lombardi addressed the audience and spoke favorably about the Brewster Ladies Library’s role in our community. This was an opportunity for the MBLC Commissioner to advocate for the importance of libraries, especially for funding and construction costs. Earlier that morning I participated in a round table discussion with the MBLC building specialists about the building grant program and how to improve the application process. The existing timeline for Brewster’s building project remains problematic as the number of years for wait listed libraries such as Brewster ranked at #16 ($4,655,737) will result in a long, long wait while construction costs continue to rise. A request has been submitted by wait listed libraries for additional time, and a higher reimbursement rate. At this time there has been no decision from MBLC Commissioners. Grants Received The CLAMS small library grants for libraries with a population under 10,000 were increases this year. Brewster Ladies Library received $2,125 to offset our FY20 annual CLAMS membership fees. The amount increased from FY19’s grant of $1,200 Eddy Foundation Grant for $10,000.00 was received for the installation of a historic library entrance sign moved to the proper entrance of our driveway & masonry repairs to the 6A entrance. The MBLC State Grant in Aid received was $12,790.00. “These funds can be used for any way that supports library services.” The library continues a very successful monthly newsletter and has the number of subscribers hovering at 3,000 per month and an open rate of 141 40% or more. There were 245 new subscribers added this year. I felt that during these social distancing times especially when the building is closed it is important to continue to stay in touch and keep our library activities in the news. We are fortunate to continue to have budgetary supplemental funding of over 25% of the library’s budget from the Brewster Ladies Library Association. A number of large building improvements were funded: painting the Childrens’ room & Auditorium, window cleaning, a new bottle filling station, free library books for the Stony Brook free lunch program and we are especially proud of 3 Little Free Libraries! These are located at Breakwater & Crosby beaches and Drummer Boy Park. Our volunteer, Ross Gorman has been busy keeping them stocked with books and sanitizing. Now in its third week of operations we have dispersed 500 books, the majority Adult materials. We are thankful for their generosity and continued support from the BLLA. We also were able to complete a large number of building Improvements. Siding & gutter replacement, brick tuck pointing, carpeting and furniture replacement and a new historic library entrance sign have all been completed. I have been working with Board member Bill Schirmacher to coordinate these projects with our custodian, Rick Cronin and now we begin planning for future projects. When I introduce myself I often tell people I have the pleasure of serving as the Library Director of the Brewster Ladies Library. During these times I am again reminded of this privilege. I am fortunate to have the support of the Board, a small but strong staff and town administration that continues the traditional success of this institution in our Brewster Community and adapts to the future of library services in these “strange times”. Submitted By, Cynthia St. Amour, Library Director 142 Report of the Mill Sites Committee On January 4, 2020 we all lost Dana Condit; a longtime member of the Mill Sites committee and miller. His knowledge, dedication and work at the mill and the mill sites will be sorely missed. Due to the Covid-19 virus pandemic we were not able to open the mill and museum this summer. We are looking forward to opening when we can. As happened last year we lost our annual volunteer work day for the spring pruning and clean-up. Thank you to the volunteers who planted 500 daffodil bulbs last fall; they bloomed beautifully. We plan on planting more this fall. A special thanks to the Garden Club for their plantings and holiday decorating in the gardens and in the flower boxes. A special thanks, also, to the town Department of Public Works for their maintenance of the mill sites. We are currently in the design phase regarding repairs to the stone wall at the seining pool, the wall between the head race pool, and also the weirs on the north side of the road. We are dedicated to maintaining the mill sites for future generations. Respectfully submitted, Mill Sites committee 143 Report of the Natural Resources Department The Natural Resources Department’s responsibilities include: water quality, shellfish propagation/enforcement, land management & trail maintenance, facilities & apparatus maintenance, coastal access, maintenance & debris removal, community event planning, hunting monitoring, volunteer recruitment & supervising, coastal resiliency planning, mooring permits and administration of the Wetlands Protection Act. This Department relies on the continued support from various Town Departments, a strong working relationship and collaboration with Brewster Conservation Trust, Brewster Ponds Coalition, Pleasant Bay Alliance, Brewster Coastal Committee (now the Natural Resources Advisory Commission), AmeriCorps, Brewster Conservation Commission, Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC), Water Quality Review Committee, and a dedicated corps of volunteers, to meet the growing needs of this community and perform the duties of this department. Looking back, here are the highlights and challenges for 2020. Natural Resource Commission Although the first official meeting was held in 2021, the foundation for the newly formed Natural Resource Commission was developed in 2020. A dedicated group of five community members along with representatives from the shellfishing community, Brewster Ponds Coalition, Brewster Conservation Trust, and Brewster Open Space Committee will advise the Brewster Select Board and Department of Natural Resources in guiding the sustainable use and enjoyment of Brewster’s abundant natural resources. Water Quality Monitoring We continue to monitor 29 ponds with Department staff only this year. Unfortunately with restrictions on volunteer engagement due to COVID-19, the Pond and Lake Stewards (PALS) and Brewster Ponds Coalition volunteers were unable to be utilized for this bi-annual monitoring. The monitoring program continues to gather invaluable data used to monitor trends in dissolved oxygen, temperature, clarity & algal growth for specific ponds. In addition, we continued monthly monitoring on Long and Upper Mill Ponds from April-November to evaluate the effectiveness of the alum treatments that both ponds received in 2007 and 2019 respectively. The results and samples are sent to an independent consultant for detailed analysis. We continued to work with APCC on their cyanobacteria monitoring program and collaborated with the Brewster Health Department and Brewster Ponds Coalition to help keep Brewster residents at the forefront of water quality issues. For more information visit: http://www.apcc.org/ We expanded our work with Friends of Elbow Pond and Brewster Ponds Coalition to reduce phosphorus levels in the water column and bottom sediments at Elbow pond. An additional aquatic weed harvest period was added in July and then followed up again in September using the Town’s harvesting barge. The project removed 17.8 tons of vegetation in July, which equates to approximately 53.5 lbs. of phosphorus and 5 tons of vegetation in September for another 15.1 lbs. of phosphorus. Water quality will continue to be monitored for effectiveness. 144 With guidance from the Water Quality Review Committee and technical support from Lynn Mulkeen Perry of Barnstable County Health & Environment, we continued the revised groundwater monitoring protocol for Captain’s Golf Course, testing nine wells for various indicators. We continued State mandated weekly bacterial monitoring from Memorial Day to Labor Day at four fresh and eight saltwater bathing beaches. Every Monday, a staff member takes grab samples and delivers them to the Barnstable County water lab. Results can be found at: http://www.barnstablecountyhealth.org/programs- and-services/bathing-beach-water-quality/beach- sample-results Volunteers Our volunteer participation was limited this year due to the safety restrictions associated with COVID-19. However, we did have two volunteers through the Town’s tax abatement program help us with the Town’s kayak lottery and mooring renewals. Thank you to Debra Demarais and David Rogers for their time and commitment to this department. The Brewster FLATS (Friends of Lands, Aquatics, Trails & Shellfish) were put on hold for most of the year continued to aid the Department with their expanding responsibilities. The grass roots, community based group works closely with staff to provide essential support in the areas of shellfish propagation, community events, trail maintenance, water quality monitoring, and public access. These dedicated volunteers aid in the essential functions of this department, where staffing shortfalls are present. AmeriCorps 2020 welcomed AmeriCorps member, James Whitaker (Sept. 2019-July 2021) and said good bye to Nick Banning (Sept. 2018 to July 2019). The organization contributed 1,450 volunteer hours to our community in projects that ranged from improved access to town amenities, shellfish propagation, environmental education, and habitat restoration. 2020 Group Service Days ~ Project List. With guidance from the DNR, AmeriCorps assisted with the following projects: • Punkhorn Trail Maintenance • Wing Island field habitat restoration • Hawks Nest Farm Conservation Area habitat restoration • Stony Brook Grist Mill invasive species removal • Baker’s Pond Trail Maintenance • Oyster & quahog propagation projects Public Access Several major public access improvement projects were completed in 2020. The raised boardwalk and elevated foot bridge at Paines Creek were finished. This project helps to reduce the impact on the wetland and replaces the failing footbridge, providing access to the center of Paines Creek/Mants Beach. The staircase at Spruce Hill Conservation Area was modified to channel traffic over the raised boardwalk, leading to a new set of stairs leading to the beach. The DNR paved the foot path at Drummer Boy Park and added a new woods trail at the northwest side of the park as part of a $40,000 Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation grant. The DNR was assisted by Jason West, who earned his Eagle Scout through projects at Drummer Boy Park. These included cutting and clearing a new trail, building and installing benches along the paved path, and cutting two corridors to create vistas. The DNR collaborated with DPW and town administration to redesign the flow of beach traffic on and off all of the beaches and landings in response to COVID-19. This includes adding a second handicap accessible walkway at Paines Creek and at Breakwater Beach. The second walkway promoted social distancing and allowed us to provide safe access. 145 Working with Mason Cornell, an Eagle Scout candidate, we permitted and built a seasonal wheelchair shed to store beach compatible wheelchairs at Paines Creek Beach. Based on Mason’s design, DNR constructed a second permanent beach wheelchair shed for Breakwater Beach. These wheelchairs have broad tires and floats that allow them to roll across the sand and improved the ability to access our beaches for people with mobility challenges. Our Beach Ambassadors arrange appointments to use the beach wheelchairs and clean and sanitize them when returned. This complements the third wheelchair stored at Long Pond beach. In early winter we renovated and expanded the access at Saints Landing, providing sufficient width to allow social distancing, and adding accessible mats leading from the pavement to the beach. Our department assisted with design and permitting, while construction was completed by DPW. Land Management The Department continued its efforts to actively manage its trails published in the second edition of Brewster’s Walking Trails Guide. The Department of Public Works assisted with downed trees on numerous trails after strong winter storms. Increased staff resources allowed us to performing routine field mowing at Kingsbury / Mathews property, Hawks Nest Farm, Wings Island, Punkhorn Park Lands, and Quivett Marsh Vista. With the surge in outdoor activity due to COVID-19, we increased our community outreach by installing signs at trailheads and Town landings. We also increased our patrol schedule in conservation areas to ensure public safety. The DNR has been working with the Mill Sites Committee to repair the retaining wall on the west side of the stream south of the Mill. We have secured a $42,000 grant for engineering design and a $290,000 grant for construction. We expect to repair the wall in 2021. The DNR is assisting the Drummer Boy Master Plan Committee with an evaluation of Drummer Boy Park, and expect to submit recommendations in time for inclusion in fall town meeting 2021. Coastal Issues The Department continues to work with the Department of Public Works and others on storm water improvements across town. We continue to collaborate with the Pleasant Bay Alliance, a four-town inter-municipal group managing the shared watershed of Pleasant Bay. This year the Pleasant Bay Alliance also secured a grant to evaluate shared resources or a regional stormwater utility, and to study the potential for towns to obtain credit toward TMDL compliance for nitrogen removal resulting from stormwater management. Harbormaster Kayak and Canoe Racks With new racks being built and installed at Saints Landing and Long Pond, we increased the capacity around Town for people wanting to access our waterways. This popular service aims to promote access to our waterways and increase recreational boating for our residents & visitors. With the addition of the department’s on-line payment system, we are better equipped to manage this service. Boat Moorings The demands on Brewster’s flats and fresh water ponds continues to grow, as boaters are discovering Brewster as a boating destination. With over 300 moorings in Brewster (includes rafts, boats and paddle crafts) water safety and mooring regulation compliance has become a focus during summer months. Strong efforts are being made to maintain a safe environment for recreational boaters and protect personal property. Along with patrolling for current mooring stickers, we continued efforts at removing dangerous and unclaimed mooring tackle. Maintaining safe waterways on Long Pond was accomplished through the seasonal installation of 32 NO WAKE buoys and designating one area as a SAFE SWIM ZONE. We also added a swim line and buoy to Sheep Pond beach to better define the swimming area and separate it from the boat ramp. Strandings Brewster continues to be a hot spot for stranded turtles and marine mammals along our shoreline. We work with Mass Audubon’s Wellfleet Sanctuary for turtle strandings, and the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) in Yarmouth for marine mammal strandings. Shellfish The Department would like to recognize Sam McGee and thank him for his service as an Assistant 146 Shellfish Warden. Sam served as an ambassador for his Town and went above and beyond his duties to ensure people had an enjoyable shellfishing experience. Sam stepped down this year as Warden, but continues to be an active volunteer in our department. Our Department purchased oyster & quahog seed through a program connected with Barnstable County’s Cooperative Extension. Our municipal shellfish propagation program continues to flourish with help from our shellfish volunteers. Special thanks to: Bob Young, George Porter, Rob and Beth Tobias, Quinn Miller, Sam McGee, Steve Berrick, Debra Johnson and Jay Hurley. Without these volunteers, the services we provide to the community would decrease. This year we saw another record number of people taking advantage of the summer quahog program at Saint’s Landing. With modifications being made to the harvest area to promote social distancing, harvesters flocked to the flats in search of chowder sized quahogs. Assistant Shellfish Wardens, Dennis Morris and new hire Jay Hurley were there to greet participants with a warm smile and helpful hints about where to find the clams. Oyster Sundays at Mants Landing were also extremely popular this year. Harvesters were given eight Sundays to take advantage of Brewster’s gems. Record numbers of people enjoyed the mild fall weather and harvested around 215,000 single oysters from the Town’s propagation area. For the second year, we held the “Give a little, take a little” food drive to benefit those in need on Cape Cod. On the last Sunday before Thanksgiving, we collected and filled two full size department trucks with non-perishable food items. We would like to thank all those who contributed to this amazing event. The Department applied for and received a National Sea Grant COVID-19 Related Rapid Response for Aquaculture Grant to purchase market size oysters from Brewster’s commercial growers. Funds from this grant were combined with money from a shellfish gift account to purchase legal size oysters and supplement the Town’s stock in order to meet the increased demand, and assist our local growers with a little cash before the holidays. Littleneck enthusiasts continued to enjoy the rock beds at Ellis Landing for one week in the Fall. Unfortunately the Spring session was canceled due to COVID-19. We continued to seed this area with juvenile quahogs reared in the Town’s upweller at Sesuit Harbor. This year, we increased our broadcast to approximately 210K juvenile quahogs, up from 160K in 2019. The amount of vibrio compliance checks increased this year with the addition of two new grants ready to harvest and mandates from the state that require towns to monitor and record commercial oyster harvest activity, as well as patrol closed areas. Vibrio season runs from May 19th to October 19th, under these guidelines grant holders must follow strict harvesting protocol to ensure product quality. The third year of the commercial razor clam pilot program continued to supply valuable harvest data. This year the season was extended from April 1 thru January 31, 2021. Twenty commercial harvesters and six student harvesters were permitted to fish the area between Point of Rocks and Crosby Landing with a catch limit of two bushels and minimum size limit of 5 inches. Staff members worked closely with Barnstable County’s Marine Program and harvesters to study the reproduction patterns of razor clams to help understand when they are spawning. The goal is to use this data to develop a sustainable management plan. Local Support We wish to thank Brewster for its continuing dedication to open space preservation and protection of its natural resources. I wish to thank the staff, including Chris Miller, Director, Ryan Burch, Senior Natural Resource Officer; David Johnson; Natural Resource Officer; Noelle Bramer, Conservation Administrator/Natural Resources Assistant; Carol Spade, Senior Department Assistant, Dennis Morris, Assistant Shellfish Warden, Sam McGee, Assistant Shellfish Warden, and Jay Hurley, Assistant Shellfish Warden. A special thanks to Doug Erickson for his technical support for facilities maintenance. Respectfully submitted, Chris Miller, Natural Resources Director Ryan Burch, Senior Natural Resource Officer Noelle Bramer, Conservation Administrator 147 Report of the Nauset Regional Middle and High Schools & Brewster Elementary Schools The 2019-2020 school year began with a strong start, thanks to the support of the Brewster School Committee, the community, the educators and staff, the families and the students. As the school year progressed and the pandemic occurred, there was a renewed focus on technology and remote learning. Staff participated in Professional Development opportunities in a wide variety of areas including pandemic protection across all schools. The Brewster Schools have continued to enhance learning and social emotional support for students throughout this very difficult year. The Brewster Schools are back on track for in person learning, as well as remote learning for any family that chooses that option for their child. In the upcoming academic year, the Brewster Schools will develop a new School Improvement Plan to reflect the mission, vision and values of the Nauset Strategic Plan and the Nauset Technology Plan. As of November 2020, the Brewster School Committee once again resumed their work with Brewster Town Administrators regarding a voter approved feasibility study to look at space and programming needs at Stony Brook and Eddy Elementary Schools. An RFP is being finalized and is expected to go out in early January 2021. This project was put on hold due to COVID in March 2020. Planning forward, The Brewster Schools’ goals and priorities will be inspired by a changing education landscape. BPS is dedicated to teaching and practicing 21st century skills, developing students’ cognitive, interpersonal, and intrapersonal competencies fundamental to global citizenship, and supporting all students’ social emotional learning. Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, The Nauset District Reopening Task Force worked tirelessly over the summer to develop a safe reopening plan for all Nauset schools. The virus presented the entire district with challenges ranging from staff and student safety, to PPE, to remote and in-person learning schedules. Education has changed more in the past 9 months than it has in the past 100 years. Exceptional leadership has been demonstrated by all staff including our Nurses who have been and continue to be on the front lines of managing education issues surrounding the pandemic. Nauset Regional High School and Middle School staff worked to develop individual learning schedules for all students based on need and learning choices. With remote, hybrid, and in person learning options every effort was made to encourage safe and effective learning throughout all grade levels. Nauset Elementary Schools opened on September 16, 2020 for in person learning while Nauset Middle School started with a hybrid model. Nauset Regional High School required ventilation system work prior to any in person learning, which was accomplished as quickly as possible, and delayed opening of school until October 15, 2020. Two years of planning, meetings and dialogue have culminated in a progressive and exciting new five year Strategic Plan for the Nauset Public Schools. This plan will now guide the District as we endeavor to build and improve upon the excellent programs that have been the hallmark of Nauset Schools. With the events of the past year, this document is timely and on point as we address the changing landscape of learning in this country. We are living in a hyper- connected, global society that few could have envisioned a short time ago and one that is continuing to change at a breathtaking pace. Our strength and future opportunities only come when we recognize the critical need to learn and evolve, both as individuals and as institutions. Nauset Regional High School has restarted its quest for a building renovation project, with Building Committee meetings starting up again on a virtual platform. The COVID 19 Pandemic confirmed the need for an upgrade to the facility with issues on ventilation and space being identified. MSBA granted an extension through the Spring of 2021 which will be the final extension considered for this project. A vote will take place in the four towns sometime in early spring. Please visit the Nauset Building Project website to be updated on the latest news at www.nausetbuildingproject.com. Partnerships with a variety of town departments, as well as local businesses, continues to be the 148 cornerstone of the Nauset community. We thank our volunteers, PTA groups, local businesses, and communities for their continued support of our schools. Without their assistance, our students would not have such rich opportunities and the learning experiences that they enjoy. Our partnerships are strong and our beliefs the same, “if not education, then what for our students.” In my sixth year as your Superintendent, I am continually thankful for the supportive School Committee Members with whom I work, the dedicated Staff, and my Administrative Team that is second to none! During this unprecedented time, Administrators, Teachers, Nurses, Support Staff, Cafeteria Staff, Custodial Staff Bus Drivers and Parents have gone above and beyond to educate the children in our District through collaboration and dedication. I am also thankful for the supportive communities of the Nauset Region and their belief in the importance of education. I will continue to focus on deeper learning for all students, as we prepare our children to live in a technical and global world. I am honored and privileged to be the Superintendent of the Nauset Public Schools. My door is always open and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and ideas. Thomas M. Conrad Superintendent, Nauset Public Schools 149 Report of the Open Space Committee The Open Space Committee was established in 1998 to carry out the purposes of and receive funding through the Cape Cod Open Space Acquisition Program (the Cape Cod Land Bank.) It is now funded through revenues collected via the Community Preservation Act and matching state funds, as administered by the Town’s Community Preservation Committee (CPC). Priorities for the Open Space Committee: 1. Protection of water resources: drinking water supply, ponds, marine watersheds 2. Protection of the rural character of the Town, including historic scenic vistas 3. Provision of Open Space for passive recreation, creation of pocket parks 4. Special purposes: preservation of agricultural areas, wildlife/plant habitats, threatened resources/linkage to existing conservation areas 5. Improve access to Town conservation areas, connections to beaches, ponds, trails, bike paths and recreation areas 6. Protection of coastal habitats, allowing for inland migration of wetland resources With a total area of 16,335 acres, Brewster has protected over 34% of its open space lands. Since 1999 the Town has purchased over $18 million worth of open space at a net cost of $12 million. The assessed value of these purchases is approximately 3/10 of one percent of the $4.25 billion of the Town’s assessed real estate and personal property value. No real estate taxes are lost, since the taxes that would have been realized from the open space parcels are equally distributed to all Town taxpayers. A recent study by the Trust for Public Land found that every dollar of investment in conservation generated $4 in natural goods and services to the MA economy. A study of the cost of services in Brewster in 2001 found that for every dollar of revenue generated, average residential development required $1.30 in public services, while open space and farmland required only 31 cents making them net contributors to the town’s fiscal health, Town officials indicate that the tens of millions that Brewster has invested to preserve open space and protect water supplies have greatly reduced our nitrogen loads to Pleasant Bay and the Herring River. This enables Brewster to avoid many of the massive remediation expenses that other towns are now facing with wastewater treatment and sewering costs. The extent of open space is also the major reason for the recent 5% reduction in flood insurance costs for Brewster land owners. One Open Space proposal for funding was approved at the September 12, 2020 Town Meeting: 5. Open Space: $325,500 Open Space Committee - McGuerty Road - Field/Kelley property (10.41 acres): This acquisition represents one of the last remaining large forested lots abutting the western boundary of the Freeman’s Way Wellfields and within the eastern District of Critical Planning Concern that protects the Town’s primary wellfield. Aside from being 100% within the Zone 2 Contribution to Public Water Supply, this property also falls wholly within BioMap2 Critical Natural Landscape, is wholly within state-designated rare species habitat. The Town’s Water Commissioners, Town Natural Resources Department, Conservation Commission, Open Space Committee, Select Board and Town Administrator supported this purchase, as did the non-profit Brewster Conservation Trust (BCT). The Water Commissioners voted to contribute $70,000 towards this acquisition. The BCT donated $30,000 towards this purchase and will hold the required Conservation Restriction. The Town secured a $193,063 State LAND grant. These subsidies will reduce the amount of CPC Open Space funds needed for the acquisition, which will be completed in July 2021. Total Project: $395,000 ($370,000-land) CPC Funding: $325,000 - (includes $25,000- associated costs) The CPC inherited an existing land purchase program enacted under prior state legislation providing for a Cape Cod Land Bank. In addition, the 150 CPC inherited responsibility for a long term bond issued by Brewster to finance a prior purchase. The Town has issued additional bonds for three purchases since 2006, but the level of indebtedness on land purchases is relatively unchanged since the CPC was formed. Bond payments are from CPC open space funds. Each year the Town pays down this debt. The 2020 payments were as follows. a. Community Preservation Bonded Debt Service- This item paid for the $271,695 in FY 2021 principal and interest on 1 Land Bank (Jolly Whaler) and 3 CPA (BBJ Cranberry Trust 1 & 2 and Bates) open space acquisitions that were financed via long term bonding. The Jolly Whaler bond will be paid off in 2021. b. Community Preservation Loan Debt Service- This item paid for $427,274 in FY 2021 to make a $400,000 principal reduction along with the interest payment on the Besse Cartway/Long Pond open space acquisition that was financed via a short-term one year loan. This loan will also be paid off in 2021. Open Space and Recreation Plan Update Brewster’s Open Space and Recreation Plan, provides a framework for continued conservation and recreation planning. An approved plan also maintains the Town’s eligibility for state funding to acquire and protect open space and recreation parcels. The 2013 Plan has been updated with the assistance of the Cape Cod Commission and Horsley Witten. As part of the update, a survey was issued in April 2020, generating more than 500 responses, which helped identify community needs. A virtual public session was held in June to gather input. The draft update was submitted to the state on July 31, 2020. The initial review letter indicated that “This plan was particularly thorough and has been conditionally approved through January 2028. Conditional approval will allow the town to participate in DCS grant rounds through January 2028 and a grant award may be offered to the town.” A number of items were listed as needing additional material. Horsley Witten and the Cape Cod Commission staff are working with the Town to provide this data and will submit a final plan for approval. License Plate Grants: The Cape Cod Commission, on behalf of Barnstable County and the Barnstable County Economic Development Council, administers license plate grants. Funding is provided through the County's share of Cape and Islands License plate revenues. In 2020, $150,000 was awarded to a joint proposal from the Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC) and the Housing Assistance Corporation (HAC) for a two-year project to identify areas where the development of housing and protection of priority natural resource areas would be most beneficial. The project will help to create actionable recommendations for towns that will advance the regional growth policy by directing housing production into community activity centers and away from sensitive natural resources. The primary product of this collaboration will be the identification of places where environmentalists and housing advocates agree that housing should be built because it will have the greatest positive impact on Cape Cod’s environment, community, and economy. It is expected that draft maps will be available mid-summer 2021. Since the Town’s adoption of the Community Preservation Act in 2005 through 2020, Brewster has acquired twenty open space properties (including Conservation Restrictions) totaling 299 acres with a total acquisition price of $14,161,500. State LAND grants, as well as other funding was secured for these purchases resulting in a net cost of 56.4% or $7,997,937, with a final per acre cost of $26,748. Less funding has been available in the last few years, making individual land grants harder to obtain. However, the Open Space Committee has worked closely with the BCT and the Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts to foster partnerships with other conservation trusts, as well as neighboring towns to purchase a number of properties, resulting in reduced costs to Brewster, even without State LAND grants. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to expand its program of targeted conservation efforts for wildlife on farm and forest lands. They are helping landowners restore and protect habitat for declining species. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides technical and financial help to agricultural producers and forest land owners to plan and implement conservation practices that benefit these target species. The State is also increasing its support of Agricultural Preservation Restrictions and farmers. In 2016 the Massachusetts Legislature passed an act that recognized Agricultural Commissions in State statute thereby giving them the authority to hold lands and leases for agricultural purposes. This allows more flexibility in keeping farms viable. Commissions can now oversee and manage the preservation of land for agricultural use (subject to 151 Town Meeting vote). Similar to CRs whereby a landowner may preserve property for conservation and a real estate tax break, a farmer may now preserve land for agriculture under an Agricultural Preservation Restriction and receive a tax break. This provides an additional way for the Town to preserve lands and maintain the historic rural character of Brewster. The Open Space Committee continues to evaluate parcels as they become available. Some parcels are prioritized to prevent development within a drinking water Zone II, to preserve marine watershed recharge areas, or for habitat/wildlife corridor/wetland protection: other parcels are better suited for community housing, historic preservation and/or recreation. Additional priorities have been added based on the 2018 Open Space Priorities Summit meeting. This Committee works closely with the BCT and The Compact, which have been of inestimable assistance in locating, negotiating and purchasing lands and writing contracts. The Committee contracts with Mark Robinson, Executive Director of the Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts (Compact), to coordinate, outreach and negotiate the acquisition of various parcels for open space. Over the last 38 years, BCT has acquired over 586 acres of land and holds Conservation Restrictions on over 543 acres (both Town and private land). BCT has also assisted on the transfer of Town lands to the Conservation Commission and transfer of land to the State DCR, totaling more than 1,373 acres of protected land in Brewster. The Open Space Committee also works with the Water Department and Water Commissioners. They now set aside a portion of the revenue collected from water rates to contribute monies towards future land purchases within wellfield protection areas. We thank them for their contributions towards many of the Town’s land purchases. The Committee continues to pursue ways to supplement open space funds through collaborations, contributions, joint purchases, or bargain sales from owners who wish to assist conservation. Land can be protected in many ways: direct purchase, reserved life estate, bargain sale, gift, will, easement or agricultural preservation restriction, all with attractive tax incentives. People may also give land to the Town for open space, community housing, recreation or historic/agricultural preservation and generate tax savings. The Committee will be pursuing additional funding, as suggested at the 2018 Summit. The Committee lost two members over the last two years. Amy Henderson, whom has started in a new position as the Executive Director of the Brewster Conservation Trust. She will continue to stay heavily involved with the Open Space Committee, attending all meetings as a BCT representative. Andy Perkins has also resigned his membership. We wish to thank both for the time and energy they have contributed to the Open Space Committee. And, last year’s report failed to welcome Peter Norton who joined in 2019. We thank all Town Departments for their assistance, as well as the Select Board and the citizens of Brewster for their support of open space objectives. A special note of thanks to Mary Chaffee, the Select Board Liaison, for her contributions to our meetings and review of Committee work. Respectfully submitted, Elizabeth G. Taylor, Planning Board Rep., Chair Gary Christen, Pathways Rep., Vice-Chair Phil Burt, Citizen-at-Large Bruce Evans, Conservation Commission Rep. Tom Kowalski, Citizen-at-Large Peter Herrmann, Citizen-at-Large Peter Norton, Citizen-at-Large Don Keeran, Citizen-at-Large Andy Perkins, Citizen-at-Large Mary Chaffee, Select Board Liaison 152 Report of the Planning Board The Planning Board is made up of seven elected members who serve staggered five year terms. The Board meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 pm in Town Hall. This year and continuing into next year the Board is meeting virtually via Zoom at 7:00 pm due to the COVID 19 pandemic. The Board holds special meetings as needed and work session meetings when necessary for planning and zoning by-law discussion. Public hearings are advertised in the Cape Codder newspaper. Agendas are posted in Town Hall and on the Town’s website. The public is also invited to contact the Planning Department to sign up for the Planning Board’s e-mail agenda list. Agendas are e- mailed out to those on the agenda list approximately one week before the scheduled Planning Board meeting. The public is always welcome and encouraged to participate in Planning Board meetings. Beginning in 2018, an on-going item, “Citizen’s Forum,” was added to the Planning Board agenda to encourage additional communication with the citizens of Brewster. Planning Board meeting packets are also posted to the Town’s website under Planning Department. As well, data and information regarding current topics, is posted on the Planning Department webpage on the Town’s Website. Meetings are recorded and available for viewing on the Town Website, Facebook page, or Local Cable Channel 18. The Zoning By-law (Chapter 179 of the Town Code) can be found on the Town website under the Planning Department webpage. Statutory Authority The Planning Board operates within the statutory authority conferred by Massachusetts General Laws (MGL), Chapters 40A and 41. These laws set the direction and scope of Planning Board review as it relates to zoning, and the subdivision of land. The Planning Board also supports implementation of other Town Boards and Committee’s policies through near and long-term planning projects. Planning Board Regulatory Jurisdiction • Site Plan Review • Special Permits • Land Division Plans • Approval Not Required (ANR) Division Plans • Scenic Road Act (MGL Chapter 40 §15C) & Public Shade Tree Act (MGL Chapter 87 §8) Summary of 2020 Permits • 3 ANR Applications; 7 Special Permits; 10 Site Plan Reviews; 1 Site Plan Review Waiver; 1 Joint Tree Removal Hearing with Tree Warden; 1 Definitive Subdivision Plan. Zoning Amendments The Planning Board regularly sponsors amendments to the Town’s Zoning bylaw (Chapter 179). Amendments range from housekeeping items to complex zoning reform efforts. Planning Board Members & Activities Paul Wallace, Chair (member since 2017; term expires 2022) Charlotte Degen, Vice Chair (member since 2016; term expires 2024) Kari Hoffmann, Clerk (member since 2015; term expires 2025) Roberta Barrett (member since 2017; term expires 2022) Amanda Bebrin (member since 2020; term expires 2021) Madalyn Hillis-Dineen (member since 2016; term expires 2021) Elizabeth Taylor (member since 1999; term expires 2025) Much of the work of the Planning Board is complex, demanding, and requires understanding of applicable State statutes, Town by-laws, and subdivision regulations. Board members regularly participate in training and workshops to further their knowledge of complex land use and permitting issues. In addition, Board members participate actively with, or serve in a liaison capacity on, other Town Boards and Committees. Paul Wallace serves on the Vision Planning Committee. Charlotte Degen is the Select Board liaison. Kari Hoffmann serves on the Vision Planning Committee. Roberta Barrett is a member of the Water Quality Review Committee. Madalyn Hillis- Dineen serves on the Brewster Municipal Affordable Housing Trust. Elizabeth Taylor serves on the Open Space Committee and the Community Preservation Committee. 153 Amanda Bebrin was appointed to the Board this year when member Ned Chatelain resigned after being elected to the Select Board. The Board congratulates Ned on his new position and thanks him for his service on the Board. The Board appreciates Amanda’s willingness to serve and looks forward to working with her. Planning Board Staff & Liaison Ryan Bennett, Town Planner, joined the Town in August of 2016. Ms. Bennett provides support to the Board with development review; compliance with local, regional and state bylaws and regulations; drafting of zoning by-law amendments; and long range planning projects. Ms. Bennett also provides support to the Vision Planning Committee. Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant, joined the Planning Department in August of 2016. Ms. St. Cyr provides administrative support to the Board by assisting applicants with the application process; responds to inquiries from the public about applications before the Board; and supports the work of the Town Planner. Ned Chatelain, Select Board member, presently serves as the liaison to the Planning Board. Respectfully Submitted, Paul Wallace, Chair 154 Report of the Planning Department The Planning Department provides staff support to the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals in the review of land use and development applications. The Department also assists with long range planning initiatives, including vision planning, zoning bylaw amendments, hazard mitigation planning, floodplain management, and water quality planning. In addition, the Department provides staff support to the Brewster Vision Planning Committee. The Department provides assistance and information to the general public as needed and upon request. The Department is pleased to host Jill Scalise, Brewster Housing Coordinator and work collaboratively on furthering the town’s housing goals. There were some staff changes in the Planning Department this year as longtime Department Assistant to the ZBA Marilyn Mooers stepped down from her position after 15 plus years of service and Ellen Murphy joined the department. The Planning Department thanks Marilyn for her years of service and welcomes Ellen. The Town Planner represents the Town on the Pleasant Bay Alliance Steering Committee and the Cape Cod Water Protection Collaborative, as well as co-manages the Town’s participation in the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System with the Building Commissioner. Zoning & General Bylaw Amendments The Department is working with the DPW on compliance with the new Massachusetts MS4 permit with a new stormwater management bylaw. The department will also be supporting the Planning Board with required amendments to the Town’s floodplain bylaw consistent with the MassDEP 2020 Model Floodplain Bylaw. Integrated Water Resource Management Plan Implementation The Department continues to work with the Horsley Witten Group on implementing the recommendations in the Integrated Water Resources Management Plan. Innovation/Alternative (I/A) septic systems to mitigate nitrogen entering groundwater in the Pleasant Bay Watershed continues to be explored through the Massachusetts DEP 208 watershed permit issued for Pleasant Bay. Fertilizer reduction strategies at Captain’s Golf Course are also explored under the permit. A program for I/A systems that mitigate phosphorous impacts to Brewster’s freshwater ponds continues to be researched, as well. Staff Review Under Staff Review, a prospective applicant can meet with department heads to discuss a project before entering the permitting process. This process is free, confidential and intended to help applicant’s present regulatory boards with development proposals that are fully informed by and responsive to local bylaws and regulations. The Department managed 12 Staff Review applications in 2020. We appreciate the time and resources of the many Brewster departments who contribute to these meetings. Regulatory Review The Department assists applicants with zoning, permitting and land use related questions. The Town Planner supports the Planning Board and Board of Appeals by preparing staff memos for permit applications, engaging peer review consultants, and drafting findings, conditions and decisions for permit approvals. Department assistants prepare agendas, meeting packets, abutter notifications, and legal ads to ensure compliance with MGL 40A. In addition, staff manage email distribution lists used to share Planning Board and ZBA agendas with residents. Public Service The Planning Department continues to develop brochures to assist the public in navigating the permitting process, as well as explore new ways to disseminate public information about community meetings and active projects. In 2020, although town offices were closed to the public for an extended period of time due to the pandemic, the department still welcomed over 350 walk-in inquiries, and over 1100 email and telephone requests for information. Suggestions to improve the Department’s public outreach efforts are always welcomed and encouraged. Please stop by the Department or make an appointment to discuss ways to improve communication in our community. The planning process is more effective when residents and property owners feel informed and can get involved. Respectfully Submitted, Ryan Bennett, Town Planner Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant (Planning Board) Ellen Murphy, Administrative Assistant (ZBA) Jill Scalise, Housing Coordinator 155 Report of the Pleasant Bay Alliance The Pleasant Bay Alliance is an organization of the Towns of Brewster, Orleans, Chatham, and Harwich. Formed through an inter-municipal agreement, the Alliance is charged with implementing the Pleasant Bay Resource Management Plan. The Plan encompasses the Pleasant Bay Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) and Pleasant Bay watershed. The Alliance develops and distributes public policy recommendations, technical studies and public informational materials, all available on the Alliance website, www.pleasantbay.org. Highlights from 2020 are described below. The Alliance coordinated Watershed Permit implementation activities under a $250,000 grant from the Southeast New England Estuaries Program (SNEP), a program funded by US EPA. Grant- funded activities included completion of a study of Innovative/Alternative septic systems; a monitoring report for the Lonnie’s Pond shellfish aquaculture demonstration project; a nitrogen trading demonstration project and; an update of the Massachusetts Estuaries Project model. Work on these tasks will conclude in 2021. The Alliance obtained a second SNEP grant in the amount of $132,178 to conduct analysis using the updated MEP model, and to study the potential for towns to obtain credit toward TMDL compliance for nitrogen removal resulting from stormwater management. In accordance with an inter-municipal agreement among the four towns, the Alliance submitted the second Pleasant Bay Watershed Permit Annual Report to Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and the Cape Cod Commission. The annual report tracks progress on implementation activities under the Pleasant Bay Watershed Permit. The Alliance completed the 21st season of the Pleasant Bay Water Quality Monitoring program. Dedicated volunteers persisted despite the pandemic to collect samples at 25 bay-wide sites achieving a 90% collection rate. Data from the program are used for nutrient management planning and implementation. The Alliance completed work under a $70,050 FY2021 coastal resilience grant from Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management. Living shoreline concept plans were developed to protect salt marsh at two locations on the Bay. The Alliance obtained a $75,000 FY2021 coastal resilience grant from MCZM to further the design and permitting of one of the sites. The Alliance wishes to thank the citizens of Brewster for your ongoing support. Respectfully submitted by: Chris Miller, Steering Committee Ryan Bennett, Steering Committee Carole Ridley, Alliance Coordinator 156 Report of the Police Department While 2020 certainly provided some unique challenges that were not anticipated moving into the year, the Brewster Police Department faced those challenges head on. Working through a global pandemic, your police department continued, uninterrupted, providing a high level of service to the public. While that service may have been shielded behind layers of personal protective equipment, we remained poised to respond to any emergency or request for assistance no matter how big or small. An area that required creativity was engaging with our community. In a community like Brewster, community policing is not simply a program, it is part of what we do every day. With restrictions on in- person activities, we were limited in our ability to engage in ways that we had become accustomed to. However, this year also made clear that it is as important as ever for police departments to be fully engaged with all the diverse populations they serve making it critical to find ways to adapt and overcome the pandemic challenges to continue to make lasting positive relationships with the community. Leveraging technology, we were able to use video conferencing to keep close contact with organizations we have built partnerships with over the years. Our reassurance program for seniors who live alone was proven to be more important than we ever could have imagined in making sure those who were isolated had a friendly voice to connect with. We couldn’t have a traditional parade or road race, but we replaced those with birthday parades and socially distant celebrations. As we figure out how to navigate post-pandemic, we look forward to a resurgence of community engagement and collaboration. We do all this with sincere appreciate of the support we receive, not only from the citizens of Brewster, but also from the Town Administration, the Select Board, the Finance Committee and all of the other departments and committees within this great community. 157 VIOLENT CRIMES Rape 4 Kidnapping 0 Assault 10 Threats 23 Domestic Disturbance 67 Domestic Order Violations 7 PROPERTY CRIMES Burglaries 7 Larceny/Theft 36 Fraud 16 Motor Vehicle Theft 2 Vandalism 22 Trespassing 4 DRUGS/ALCOHOL Drug Violations 4 Protective Custody 8 Driving Intoxicated 20 SERVICE CALLS/COMPLAINTS Mental Health 87 Animal Control 392 Suspicious Incidents 352 Annoying Phone Calls 11 Missing Persons 21 Sudden Deaths 16 Well Being Checks 253 911 Hang-ups/Abandoned 228 Alarms 304 Restraining Order Service 34 Summons Service 81 Lost/Found Property 141 Hazardous Situations 185 Assist Citizen 382 Assist Oth. Police Agency 107 Other Calls/Activity 13575 M/V CRASHES 144 TOTAL CALLS /ACTIVITY 16169 MOTOR VEHICLE STOPS 900 CITATIONS ISSUED Motor Vehicle 916 Parking 986 Town Bylaw 6 158 BREWSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT APPOINTMENTS CHIEF HEATH J. ELDREDGE LIEUTENANTS GEORGE A. BAUSCH JONATHON P. O’LEARY SERGEANTS CHARLES M. MAWN MICHAEL R. MEI FREDDIE A. O’NEAL PATRICK W. VARLEY DETECTIVE/SERGEANT PAUL H. JUDGE, JR. DETECTIVE JACOB A. ZONTINI POLICE OFFICERS JESSICA R. AHLMAN ALDEN B. CHILDS ANDREW J. DIONNE SHANNON C. HALEY STEPHEN J. HATHAWAY TROY L. HENDERSON DANIEL J. LANCTOT MATTHEW B. MARSHALL JOSEPH M. MASHRICK FRANCESCO J. MIRISOLA BRANDON L. RICE SIDNEY G. SMITH JOSEPH W. THACHER MORGAN A. VERMETTE ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER LYNDA J. BROGDEN-BURNS DISPATCHERS MOLLY E. BRAZIL DEBORAH GRANELLI JOREL E. RADKE DEIDRE D. SCHOFIELD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT JILL F. DOANE MATRONS LYNDA J. BROGDEN-BURNS DEBORAH GRANELLI JENNIFER J. HORTON SKYLAR RODERICKS (appointment expired 6/30/2020) (appointment expired 6/30/2020) NANCY MADDOCKS-SMITH DEIDRE D. SCHOFIELD 159 Report of the Public Works Department I hereby submit my last report as your Superintendent of Public Works. It has been my pleasure to serve the people of Brewster for the past six years. We are proud to carry out the mission of Public Works. In a community like Brewster the DPW is the go to department; able to assist all other town departments whenever called upon. It is vitally important that the DPW be in sync with the town’s cultural calendar, and our crews are always happy to help. Brewster Public Works was greatly challenged by FY 21. The continuing pandemic has forced DPW to adapt to these conditions to allow for continuation of essential services such as waste management and general road safety, including pavement repairs and tree maintenance. In general the budget of the DPW is sufficient to carry out the planned work and unplanned emergency responses to public works services. Staffing is adequate and the staff is well trained to carry out tasks efficiently and safely throughout the year. Environmental Compliance: The DPW has a very important mission in carrying out compliance with environmental laws. This includes ongoing monitoring of water and soil gas wells for the closed landfill. Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have established a stormwater protection law called MS4 requiring annual street sweeping, catch basin cleaning and monitoring stormwater discharges throughout Brewster. DPW staff works with an outside consultant to accomplish quarterly inspections and testing of outfalls. This will be an ongoing responsibility for Public Works, including changes to local by-laws relating to stormwater and annual report generation. Crosby Lane: The town received grants to design and construct improvements to Crosby Beach including reconstruction of the parking area, installation of a stormwater filtration basin and replacement of the culvert under Crosby Lane. This project is ongoing, and will be completed before the beach season. Horsley Witten is the designer and MCE Dirtworks is the contactor. Funding is provided by Natural Resource Conservation Service and a DEP 319 Grant. Robbins Hill Road: This was the location of the most chronic drainage issue in Brewster. Designs were completed by J.M. O'Reilly and Associates and constructed by N & M Construction. Drainage structures were installed along the road to intercept and divide the stormwater. Drummer Boy Park: DPW forces regraded existing gravel paths and created additional paths to create a smooth walking pathway. Paving of the pathways was completed by Lawrence Lynch Corporation and loaming, seeding, and finish work was done by DPW staff. Natural Resources Department was the sponsor and secured a grant for this project. Cypress Lane Drainage: Since their construction in the 1970s Cypress Lane, Holly Ave and Maple Ave have been discharging stormwater into Owl Pond which is a violation of MS4 requirements. Two discharges into the pond have been eliminated by the project. It was necessary to conduct a watershed analysis (the contributing area of drainage) of the project in order to properly size the drainage facility. The analysis and design was complete by J.M. O'Reilly and Associates. DPW staff constructed the entire facility; a large 30 unit system which took up most of the parking lot adjacent to the pond. Installation by DPW staff saved nearly a $100,000 on this project. Paving was completed by Lawrence Lynch. Elimination of the discharges will reduce expenses going forward as the discharges do not have to be monitored or reported on. Saints Landing: While adapting our beach landing entrances and exits to Covid protocols it was discovered that Saints Landing pathway was too narrow. It was originally wide enough but the vegetation and sand had narrowed the pathway considerably. Natural Resources Department engaged J.M. O'Reilly and Associates to design a new pathway. Natural Resources secured Conservation Commission approval. DPW forces 160 widened the path, installed a new base for a paved path. Lawrence Lynch paved the pathway. This project was funded by the Cares Act. National Grid Paving: Over the past several years National-Grid has been installing a new gas main along Slough, Satucket and Stony Brook Roads. Beginning at the Harwich line on Slough Road and ending at Route 6A and Stony Brook Road. We took advantage of the opportunity to have these roads repaved. This paving saved the town over $300,000. Loaming and seeding will be accomplished in the spring. Millstone Road Project: Over the past three years the town has been working on the redesign of Millstone Road to allow accommodations for bicycles and walkers. Underground Storage Tank Removal: DPW staff working with Bennett Environmental and Global Remediation Services removed a 6,000 gallon diesel tank at the DPW facility. This tank was original to the building (1990) and was required to be removed per DEP due to age and construction type. This approach resulted in significant savings for Brewster. This project followed the installation of the town fuel facility at Public Works. During the past year we welcomed Erika Glidden to our office staff; and wish Sarah Piebes success with her new job in the Treasurer’s office. We also said goodbye to Jeff Day who worked for the town for 20 years as a truck driver, Master Mechanic, and as DPW Foreman. We wish him the best in his retirement. I wish to thank the employees of the department for their contributions to the success of the department. The challenges of the pandemic raised the bar for our staff and I am proud of their untiring efforts to get things done. A huge thank you to all of the Department Heads, other departmental staff, Town Administration and the people of Brewster. I would like to thank Charlie Sumner for bringing me to Brewster, Peter Lombardi for his help throughout, all of the Select Board members who supported Public Works during my tenure and to the Finance Committee which continually supported the department’s requests for funding. Finally, I would be remiss if I did not recognize James Jones (DPW Foreman), Michael Richards (Master Mechanic), and Emily Sumner (Administrative Supervisor) for their roles in the success of the department. DPW staff includes Steve Chapman, Jake Cronin, Scott Davis, James Dewitt, Dave Fay, Charles Lombard, Chris Martin, Fred Meyer, Josh Sargent, Austin Sears, John Ward, Lauren Williams, and Shawn Williams. Respectfully submitted by Patrick Ellis 161 Report of the Recreation Department Mission Statement: The Brewster Recreation Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all Brewster Residents and visitors by utilizing the Town’s many beautiful parks, beaches and facilities to provide the best quality recreational activities that challenge the body and spirit across all generations. The purpose of the Recreation Department is to meet the diverse recreational, cultural, athletic and leisure-time pursuits of the residents of Brewster with a broad- based comprehensive program. Recreational programs are organized to encourage participation and enjoyment and will be held at safe and well- equipped facilities on a year-round basis. Brewster Recreation Staff, Programs, Events and Facilities: Brewster Recreation went through some obvious changes this year due to the pandemic. Recreation Director, Mike Gradone and Assistant Director, Stephen Headley were forced to really think outside the box. Due to State and local restrictions all recreational programs were cancelled for the spring months and the limited summer activities were scaled down to much smaller groups with limitations on normal activities due to social distancing and sanitary requirements. Because there was no summer playground program the usual summer staff was not invited back. Mike and Steve ran all the smaller programs themselves. Another adjustment that was made was creating the Beach Ambassador position which the Town used to monitor our beaches and provide residents and visitors alike, with useful information about Covid-19 restrictions and social distancing on the beaches. The Recreation Department hired 10 people to fill these positions from July through Labor Day. Life guards were also hired to keep folks safe at Long Pond. Fall programs like soccer and outdoor basketball, as well as after school programs were run with restrictions, before the second Covid wave came and closed us down in January. When we are not able to do in- person programing we enjoy doing a fitness class on Facebook live, and providing online programs for our families. In 2021 we are hoping to put the pandemic behind us and our goal is to continue to refine the aspects of the existing programs and events, always looking for new ideas and opportunities to shape the experiences of our residents and visitors alike. We hope to offer all our traditional programs such as soccer, basketball, baseball/softball, and more unique programs like youth running clubs, science programs, outdoor club, pickleball, ultimate Frisbee and archery. In an effort to have programs for all community members, we also hope to continue our work with other departments, like the COA, the Library, the Police Department, the Bike Ways Committee, and others. Because of gathering restrictions in 2020, the Recreation Department was only able to host one event. We were not able to partner with Ocean Edge for our annual Breakfast with Santa event, so Steve and Mike created a brand new event. Brewster Bright Lights Celebration took place at the Eddy School the Saturday before Christmas. Families were able to come in their vehicles, drive around the school, enjoy the lights, wave to Santa and give him their wish list before leaving with a goodie bag. The event helped us raise and donate $2,000 back to families in our community. Over the past thirteen years, we have donated approximately $54,000. Normally we sponsor the Brewster in Bloom Run 5K, with proceeds benefitting our Bob Redd Memorial Outstanding Youth of the Year Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to Brewster high school seniors who have demonstrated service to our 162 community and high character. Although the race was cancelled we still provided the scholarship to two high school seniors. Since 2009, we have given $37,000 in scholarships toward students’ higher education. Other events usually include an Easter egg hunt at Ocean Edge Resort and an outdoor movie night in the summer, at Eddy Elementary School, and a Brewster Bike Week. All were cancelled due to the pandemic. The Recreation Department has been working with consultants on “phase one” of our ADA accessibility project. This portion of the project will make accessibility improvements to Brewster’s recreation facilities at Freemans Way Recreation Fields. We hope to start this phase in the summer of 2021. Gage’s Baseball Field and the Town Hall Fields will be the next phase of the project, and will be addressed in the coming years. We also helped complete the Open Space & Recreation Plan, as well as consult on the Master Plan for Drummer Boy Park. For More Information Our web site, www.brewsterrecreation.com is regularly updated and provides information for all our programming and events. Registrations are accepted online through our website as well as completed in our office. The web site is also used as a means of communication for program information, department updates and weather cancellations. Also, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram. The Brewster Recreation Department is committed to empowering our youth with the skills necessary to become responsible members of society. We recognize the need to instill high expectations so that all our participants realize that success lies within them. As we look forward to future we offer a special thank you to our staff, volunteers, sponsors and the community who supports our department each and every year. Recreation Commission Members Roland Bassett, Chair Tom Wingard, Vice-Chair Allen Ryone, Treasurer Sherrie McCullough, Secretary Brandon Rice Respectfully Submitted, Mike Gradone Brewster Recreation Director 163 Report of the Recycling Commission Despite the many challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, good recycling and solid waste practices continued at the Brewster Recycling Center. The Commission wishes to thank its caring and competent residents and Department of Public Works staff. During the topsy-turvy calendar year 2020, Brewster’s Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) program continued to be a worthwhile tool for encouraging reduction of the volume of non-recyclable trash. Not surprisingly, however, the recycling volume did decline over all and our Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) otherwise known as “trash” did increase. In the early days of the novel Coronavirus pandemic, guidance was limited on what should or should not be recycled, thus changes were made to the Recycling Center’s operations. For instance, our food waste program was put on hold because there was insufficient scientific evidence about the potential impact on the finished compost product. After several months, though, we were able once again to send our separately collected food waste to a local farm for safe composting. Our MSW (trash) did increase, but whether that was due to more single-use, takeout, non-recyclable packaging, or the increase in number of permit holders, or the addition of the compostables to the trash, is difficult to say. Regardless, the 2020 CY recycling rate equaled 42.4% (calculated by taking the total tons of recyclables and compostables [949.48] divided by the total tons MSW, recyclables, compostables [2236.72] x 100 = Recycling Rate) [42.449%]. That does represent a drop from 46% the prior year. It should be noted that the Commonwealth does not rely on “recycling rates” for comparing one municipality to another, but it is a useful number to calculate, nonetheless. Table 1. 2020 Calendar Year to Year Comparison of Recycling and Trash (MSW) delivered through Residential Drop-off at the Brewster Recycling Center1. Information is compiled from weight tickets from the Brewster Department of Public Works. Line Commodity CY19 tons CY20 tons Difference 1 Fiber (all paper including cardboard) 478.55 469.42 - 9.13 2 Electronics 17.39 11.98 - 5.41 3 Commingled (plastic, glass & metal containers) 368.89 416.41 + 47.52 4 Metal 96.7 44.75 - 51.95 5 Food Waste 14.11 6.92 - 7.19 = sum CY 2019 tons minus CY 2020 tons Total Recyclables 975.64 949.48 - 26.16 Construction & Demolition (C&D) debris 515.57 402.27 - 113.3 MSW 1130.62 1287.24 + 156.62 1Does not include tires, hazardous waste or yard trimmings collected and managed at the facility. Construction and Demolition (C & D) tonnages were also down, in part due to the pandemic when we were not accepting these materials. Additionally, our pricing increased in 2020 and taking these materials elsewhere became more economically feasible for these smaller construction projects. In turn, that did leave the bins free for non-building materials required to go to C&D landfills. Beach and public space recycling continued to be provided during 2020, however recycling and trash pickups at many sites were consolidated, reduced, or even eliminated to comply with State directives regarding government provided services at public spaces during the pandemic. 164 Impacts from both the China National Sword phenomena, which started in 2018, and the COVID- 19 pandemic, contributed to the decline in volume and revenues from our recycling. efforts. (Revenues and tip fees for both recyclables and solid waste are discussed in the Department of Public Works Annual Report.) These same factors also affected total tip fee costs for MSW, C&D and some recyclables. To add to the mix, the number of residential permits for the Recycling Center increased by 222 during 2020. Once again, however, Brewster had no loads rejected at the delivery site due to contaminants, meaning that the permit holders had done a good job preparing their recyclables for the next stage. Although Brewster still held a “no rejection” title, residents were still encouraged to check on the RecycleSmart website (https://recyclesmartma.org/) to learn if their container or packaging actually could be recycled. Residents were also reminded that while all plastic technically can be recycled, there are many different kinds and one type has the potential to contaminate other types of plastic; therefore, residents were asked to place only the plastics designated by the Department of Public Works into recycling bins. Hoses, toys, bowling balls, and similar items have never belonged in household recycling and residents were instructed to place these types of plastic into the C&D (construction and demolition) bin. Unfortunately, the Swap Shop was another casualty of the pandemic and never opened during 2020. The shop was deemed to be too small for good ventilation and a safe environment for volunteers. In the alternative, residents were encouraged to seek other opportunities to reuse and repurpose unwanted items, and many utilized the plethora of thrift shops found in Brewster and beyond. In-person educational outreach in 2020 was limited by COVID, but eight (8) articles on recycling were written by Chair Morris and featured in the Cape Codder. Many may be found online at http://brewster.wickedlocal.com Looking ahead, the Recycling Commission intends to regroup in 2021 to address items left on the table, including source separating glass for delivery to the Dennis glass processing site; a ban on helium filled balloons; a ban on foam takeout containers; and a ban on the sale of nips, which are not recyclable and tend to end up as litter. Other materials and issues may be addressed as well as they are brought before the Commission. Recycling and sound solid waste management strategies are critical components of a healthy town, and especially during a pandemic as we have learned. In Brewster, our system is set up well and residents just need to follow the guidelines posted on the Town’s website to ‘recycle right.” The Commission is grateful for the support it receives from citizens, the Department of Public Works, and members of our Town Administration. Respectfully submitted, Margretta (Meg) Morris, Chair Patrick Ellis, Member and DPW Superintendent Debra Johnson, Member Peter Johnson, Member Brenda Locke, Member (6/20) replaced by Susan Skidmore, Member Joseph Prevost, Member Annie Dugan, Member ------------------------------------------------------------------- Frank Bridges, Finance Committee Liaison Annette Graczewski, Board of Health Liaison Mary Chaffee, Select Board Liaison Donna Kalinick, Town Hall and Swap Shop Liaison Emily Sumner, Data Collection 165 Report of the Veterans Services Department To the Honorable Board of Selectmen and the Citizens of the Town of Brewster The following report is of the activities of the Department of Veterans’ Services for the Town of Brewster for Calendar Year 2020. One of our two primary functions is to administer low- income benefits under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 115 for veterans who are honorably discharged or their widows and dependents, who establish need and worthiness and are residents of the Town of Brewster. During the year, the Town of Brewster, through our office, provided local aid to qualified veterans totaling $109,623.39 for housing, food, heat, medical and other related needs. We have seen steady increases in the number of Brewster resident veteran and dependents served over the last few years. The amount expended was reimbursed to the Town by the Commonwealth at a rate of 75% of total expenditures. We also provide services to veterans and their dependents in obtaining federal government (Veterans’ Affairs) benefits. Over the past year this office assisted in obtaining $4,632,552.84 in VA cash tax free benefits for service-connected injuries and VA non-service-connected pensions for Brewster veterans and widows/widowers. Our office has seen a substantial increase in Brewster VA disability claims as the amount has doubled over the last two years. These federal funds greatly reduce the demand for Brewster CH115 funds and are received tax free and returned to your local economy. We encourage any veteran or dependent of a veteran to contact us at 1-508-778-8740 Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Our Hyannis office is open 5 days per week. Our Harwich office is open Wednesday afternoons from 1:00PM to 4:00PM and Thursdays 9:00 AM to 4:00PM and is located at 100 Oak Street. Please call for an appointment. We also have a new website at www.capevets.org where our intake form can be submitted. It also contains our CH115 benefits calculator and links to a variety of other benefits and claims portals. We extend our thanks to the Board of Selectmen, the Town Administrator and Town Accountant for their outstanding support of our veterans in need throughout the year. In Service to Veterans, Greg Quilty, Director, Barnstable District, Department of Veterans’ Services Shawney Carroll, Assistant Director and Veterans Service Officer 166 Report of the Water Department The Brewster Water Department is pleased to provide the following report for calendar year 2020. In 2020, the Brewster Water Department operations were impacted by the unprecedented COVID 19 pandemic. Water works professionals are considered first responders by the Federal government and essential personnel by the State. Operations were allowed to continue to be conducted while using mandated and recommended safety practices. Significant efforts were made to minimize the likelihood of the virus impacting personnel and disrupting service to residents. A cyber security study was conducted by the Water Superintendent and Town IT Director to evaluate existing systems and operations. This study will be used to improve all facets associated with information technology. A hydraulic study was conducted so information can be gathered to identify vulnerable critical assets. This study along with a risk and resiliency study currently underway will help the Town plan necessary upgrades to existing infrastructure. Both of these studies will be incorporated into an updated Town Water Department Emergency Response Plan in 2021. The Brewster Water Commissioners voted unanimously to implement new water rates recommended by an independent study conducted by Pioneer Consultants. Notification of the new rates were posted on the bills residents received in August of 2020 and went into effect on the bills in February 2021. Voters at 2019 Town Meeting approved funds to design the installation of back-up generators at wells and treatment facilities. The generators will allow uninterrupted domestic water and fire protection during power outages. The design of this project was completed in 2020 and it is currently out to bid so construction funds may be requested at 2021 Town Meeting. The Great Fields Water Main project was delayed due to COVID 19. This project will improve the overall hydraulic grade and provide domestic water and fire protection to Great Fields Road residents. The installation of this water main will be completed by Water Department Staff and is anticipated to begin summer 2021 The Water Commissioners continue working with the Recycling Commission and Select Board Liaison to promote municipal tap water use and to reduce single use plastic. The goal has been to educate the public about tap water and make it more readily available. The first outdoor water hydration station is currently being installed by Water Department Staff at the Stony Brook School’s White Caps Field. The Water Commissioners would like to thank Select Board member Mary Chaffee for her efforts in this important initiative as well as the staff for installing the station. The Board of Water Commissioners would like to recognize the dedicated and professional work of our Water Department Staff whose combined efforts are the reason for the success and efficiency of our operation. We would also like to express our appreciation to the residents of the Town of Brewster and the other town departments and employees whose help and cooperation contributed greatly to that success during the past year. Department Statistics 2019 2020 % change Total Pumped (MG) 433.82 512.19 18.06 Peak Day 8/5/19 8/3/20 Peak Gallons (MG) 3.78 3.92 3.7 Total Service Connections 7576 7281 -3.89 Respectfully submitted, The Brewster Board of Water Commissioners 167 Report of the Water Quality Review Committee The Water Quality Review Committee (WQRC) consists of representatives of the Select Board, Board of Health, Planning Board, Conservation Commission and Water Commission as well as the Health Director, Building Commissioner and Natural Resources Director. The WQRC’s mission is to implement Brewster’s Water Quality Protection Bylaw to protect the quality of the town’s drinking water and water resources. The bylaw’s purpose is to: • Promote the health, safety and general welfare of the community by ensuring an adequate quality and quantity of drinking water for the residents, institutions and businesses of the town; • Preserve and protect all existing and potential sources of drinking water supplies within the town; • Protect other sensitive water resource areas, including those land areas that contribute recharge to private drinking water supply wells; and • Prevent temporary and permanent contamination of the water resources of the town. The WQRC’s work primarily consists of reviewing new and renewal applications for Water Quality Certificates of Compliance. These certificates are required of all non-residential properties located in Brewster’s Zones I and II Wellhead Protection Areas surrounding Brewster’s six public water supply wells, the Groundwater Protection District and the Pleasant Bay Watershed. Applications must document compliance with the conditions established in the Water Quality Protection District. In 2020, the WQRC reviewed several new projects including: • Captains Golf Solar Panel Array Proposal, 198 Commerce Park Road & 1000 Freemans Way; • Stump Dump Site Assignment Closure at Daniels Freemans Way Property; and • Next Grid Solar Array Proposal at the Daniels Freemans Way Property. Following rigorous review, the WQRC referred both Solar Array projects to the Planning Board with recommendation for approval of the Water Quality Certificate of Compliance subject to several recommended special conditions. As part of the WQRC’s review of the Stump Dump Site Assignment Closure, the committee closely reviewed a proposal to remove stockpiled and buried wood waste from the site and to conduct comprehensive quarterly groundwater monitoring at the Daniels Freemans Way Property. To remain in compliance with the bylaw, after receiving the original Water Quality Certificate, property owners must submit an application to the WQRC to renew their certificates every three years. Applicants must provide documentation of any changes of use on the property and certification that Title 5 septic systems are functioning satisfactorily, any abandoned wells are properly decommissioned, and any special conditions of their Water Quality Certificate are being met. In 2020, the WQRC reviewed renewal applications and granted Water Quality Certificate Renewals to: • Crocker Nurseries; • Captain’s Golf Course; • Secure Storage; • The Church of the Latter-Day Saints; • Pleasant Bay Health - Advinia Point Group Care; • Camp Mitton - Crossroads for Kids; • Eldredge Farm; and • Brewster Recreation Fields off Freeman’s Way. 168 The WQRC also continues to review operations and comprehensive groundwater quality monitoring data from the Cape Sands and Recycling facility located at 1515 Freemans Way and groundwater monitoring reports from the proposed Cape Cod Grow Labs marijuana cultivation facility and subdivision located at 1399 Freemans Way to ensure compliance with the bylaw. The committee would like to thank Beth Devine for her administrative assistance, which helps to keep the WQRC meetings well organized and efficient. Respectfully submitted, Cynthia Baran, Chair, Water Commissioner Amy von Hone, Vice Chair, Health Director Roberta Barrett, Planning Board Ned Chatelain, Select Board Penny Holeman, Board of Health Chris Miller, Natural Resources Director Victor Staley, Building Commissioner 169 Report of the Zoning Board of Appeals The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is a quasi- judicial body empowered under the provisions Massachusetts General Law 40 A, also known as the Zoning Act, to hear and decide applications for variances, special permits, comprehensive permits (M.G.L. 40B) and appeals from decisions of the Zoning Enforcement Officer. The Zoning Board of Appeals consists of nine members appointed by the Selectmen, five regular members and four alternate members. Currently the Board consists of regular members Brian Harrison (Chair), Arthur Stewart (Vice-chair), Jeff Carter, Bruce MacGregor, Jeanne Kampas and Patricia Eggers. Alternate members are Susan McShane, and William (Bill) Hoag. During calendar year 2020 sixteen (16) regular applications were heard by the Board. There were; five (5) special permits, two (2) variances, and two (2) appeals of the Zoning Enforcement Officer. The Board also heard (2) Special event permits and (3) three (ADU’s) accessory dwelling units. Thirteen (13) applications were granted by the Board, one (1) application was continued by the Board and two (2) applications for a variance were withdrawn without prejudice. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Ryan Bennett, Town Planner for her contributions to the Board. There were some staff changes this year as our Administrative Clerk to the ZBA Marilyn Mooers stepped down from her position after 15 plus years of service and Ellen Murphy joined the department. We thank Marilyn for her years of service and welcome Ellen. We would also like to thank William Hoag and Susan McShane for their service on the Brewster Zoning Board of Appeals their contributions will be missed. Respectfully submitted, Brian Harrison, Chair 170 BREWSTER TOWN OFFICES TELEPHONE DIRECTORY 2198 Main Street Telephone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 * Designates Department Head DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE EXTENSION ACCOUNTING *Mimi Bernardo 1138 Ann Christen 1247 General Mailbox 1147 ASSESSING *James Gallagher 1123 Sara Acheson 1237 General Mailbox 1137 BUILDING *Davis Walters 1162 Richard Leibowitz 1144 Historic District Sara Provos 1225 Jessica Gelatt 1226 General Mailbox 1125 Inspector-Gas & Plumbing Scott Vanryswood (W &F 8:30am - 9:30am) 1113 Asst. Inspector-Gas &Plumbing Peter Deegan (W &F 8:30am - 9:30am) 1113 Inspector- Wiring Rollie Bassett (M & Th 10a - 11a) 1127 HEALTH *Amy Von Hone 1121 Sherrie McCullough 1140 Tammi Mason 1220 General Mailbox 1120 HOUSING Jill Scalise 1169 HUMAN RESOURCES *Susan Broderick 1170 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY *Kathleen Lambert 1131 MAINTENANCE *Tom Thatcher 1118 Custodian Adrian Young 1218 TOWN ADMIN / SELECT BOARD Select Board 1100 Town Administrator *Peter Lombardi 1128 Asst. Town Administrator Donna Kalinick 1130 Erika Mawn 1100 Conor Kenny 1129 TOWN CLERK/ REGISTRAR *Colette Williams (Notary) 1142 (508) 896-4506 Jayanne Monger 1141 General Mailbox 1146 PLANNING/ ZBA *TBD 1150 Planning Board Lynn St. Cyr 1233 Zoning Board of Appeals Ellen Murphy 1168 General Mailbox 1133 TREASURER/ COLLECTOR *Lisa Vitale 1117 Carrie Guiliano 1115 Barbara Mahoney 1212 Payroll/Benefits Sarah Piebes 1116 General Mailbox 1112 CHANNEL 18 JP Ludwig / Suzanne Bryan 1200 PERMIT OFFICE 1155 VISITOR's INFO CENTER Back Door of Town Hall (508) 896-4528 Chamber of Commerce (508)896-3500 171 NAT RESOURCES/CONSERVATION 1657 Main Street (508) 896-4546 *Chris Miller Deputy Natural Resources Ryan Burch Conservation Noelle Aguiar (508) 896-4546 Ameri Corps Volunteers (508) 896-4546 COUNCIL ON AGING 1673 Main Street (508) 896-2737 (508) 896-7587 (Fax) *Denise Rego Lauren Zeller / Regina Egan DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 201 Run Hill Road (508) 896-3212 (508) 896-4540 (Fax) *Griffin Ryder James Jones Emily Sumner/Erika Glidden Mechanic Mike Richards Transfer Station (508) 896-4541 Information Line (508) 896-9665 Swap Shop (508) 896-4523 FIRE DEPARTMENT 1671 Main Street (508) 896-7018 (508) 896-4245 (Fax) *Chief Robert Moran 3104 Deputy Chief Kevin Varley 3105 Amy Handel 3101 POLICE DEPARTMENT 631 Harwich Road (508) 896-7011 (508) 896-4525 (Fax) *Chief Heath Eldredge 2101 Lieutenant George Bausch 2102 Jill Doane 2110 Dispatch 2100 TBA 2103 GOLF DEPARTMENT 1000 Freemans Way (508) 896-9479 Captains Golf Course *Jay Packett- X101 (508) 896-1716 Steve Knowles (508) 896-2115 Maintance Colin Walsh (508) 896-9408 Maintance Rob Campbell (508) 896-9478 RECREATION 2298 Main Street / Eddy Elementary (508) 896-9430 *Mike Gradone Steve Headley WATER 165 Commerce Park Drive (508) 896-5454 (508) 896-4517 (Fax) *Paul Anderson (508) 896-4547 Sherry Theuret / Amy Taber Foreman Alex Provos Distribution Bob Crowley LIBRARY 1822 Main Street (508) 896-3913 (508) 896-9372 (Fax) *Cindy St. Amour VARIOUS OFFICES NAME / LOCATION CONTACT Housing Authority Kimberly Conn (508) 896-9800 Animal Rescue League 3981 Route 6A (508) 255-1030 Stony Brook Elementary 384 Underpass Road (508) 896-4545 Eddy Elementary 2298 Route 6A (508) 896-4531 Nauset Administration 78 Eldredge Parkway (Orleans) (508) 255-8800 Brewster Historical Sociey 739 Lower Road (508) 896-9521 C.C. Museum of Natural History 869 Route 6A (508) 896-3867 Crosby Mansion *Brian Locke (508) 896-1744 Brewster Post Office 260 Underpass Road (508) 896-8377 Brewster Cemetery Association Private - Lower Road (508) 896-7212 Nickerson State Park Eric Levy (508) 896-3491 172 Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 Fax: (508) 896-8089 SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY The Town of Brewster needs citizens who are willing to give time in the service of their community. The Talent Bank is organized as a means of compiling names of citizens willing to serve, voluntarily, on boards, committees and as resource people. Names in this file are available for use by the Selectmen, Town Moderator as well as all Town Officers. Thank you for your willingness to participate in your town government. Talent Bank files will be updated to include categories consistent with the changing needs of the Town. Please complete this form and file it with the Town Administrators Office at Town Hall, 2198 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631. This form and associated materials may be e-mailed to: townadmin@brewster-ma.gov DATE __________________________ NAME ____________________________________________ TEL. ___________________ ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________ EMAIL _________________________________________________________________ OCCUPATION _____________________________________________________________ COMMITTEE(S) & BOARD(S) OF INTEREST (Please refer to the list posted on the Town of Brewster’s web page: www.brewster-ma.gov) Please attach a resume or brief history of work and/or volunteer activities that you believe qualifies you for service on the committees and/or boards that you have identified above. Office of: Select Board Town Administrator 173 Brewster Recycling Center Fee Schedule As of March 15, 2018 SELECTBOARD APPROVED JANUARY 29, 2018 RESIDENTIAL ITEM UNIT RATE COMMENTS Household Trash/Garbage Must be in Yellow PAYT bags. Brewster Waste Only Recycling: paper, cardboard, glass / plastic / metal cans only No Charge with Vehicle Permit - Brewster Residents Only Bulky Waste Bulk/Handyman Demolition Debris Ton $200 $5 Minimum - aka "Bulky Waste", "C & D", or "Demo" Carpet < 4ft x 6ft Include in Yellow PAYT bag Carpet > 4ft x 6ft Ea $30 Place in Bulky Waste Bin Mattresses & Box Springs Ea $45 Mattress + Box Spring = 2 Units Sofas, Love Seats, Upholstered Chairs Ea $20 Yard Clean-up Materials Brewster Residential Sources Only Brush Less than 12 inch diameter, 4 feet long, NO Stumps) Auto load - $10; Pickup truck or trailer load - $15; One ton truck load - $20 Leaves/Grass/Yard Waste Rakeable material) First three bags/barrels - FREE (4 bags or more in a car is $5); Auto load - $5; Pickup truck or trailer load - $10; One ton truck load - $15 Manure (Vegetarian Animals Only)$10.00 per load Scrap Metal Scrap Metal Ton $100 $2 Minimum. Includes riding lawn mowers, tractors, etc. Large Appliances Ea $20 Includes white goods, refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and all Freon containing devices.Small Gas Powered Yard Equipment Ea $10 Includes push lawn mowers, snow blowers, etc. Bicycles, Grills Ea $5 Empty Propane Tanks Ea $1-$5 1 lb. = $1; more than 1 lb. = $5 Small Appliances Ea $2 Includes toasters, blenders, etc. Small miscellaneous metal items Free Refer to gatekeeper. Includes empty paint or aerosol cans, hangers, etc. Electronics Console Television Sets Ea $20 All size consoles Television Sets Ea $15 All sizes Computer monitors, Computer CPUs, Printers, Laptops, etc.Ea $10 All sizes Microwaves Ea $5 Miscellaneous Electronics Items Ea $5 Includes stereo components, radios, VCR/DVD, etc. Electronics Accessories Free Includes keyboards, cables, computer mice, etc. Automotive Wastes Tires up to 17 inch w/out Rim Ea $5 No Rim Tires over 17 inch w/out Rim Ea $10 No Rim Tires up to 17 inch w/Rim Ea $10 With Rim Tires over 17 inch w/Rim Ea $15 With Rim Auto Batteries Ea $2 All sizes Waste Oil and/or Oil Filters No charge Other See attendant or call before coming to the facility Other Information/Fees Non-Resident - One Day Pass Ea $10 Access only, Fees apply as shown above. Non Operational Scale CY $15 Fee if scale is out of service Use of Scale Ea $15 Use of scale for non-trash issue - weight of boat for example All decisions of gate keeper are final. 174