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MINUTES OF THE SELECT BOARD MEETING REGULAR SESSION
DATE : March 21, 2022
TIME $ 6 :00 PM
PLACE : Remote Participation
REMOTE PARTICIPANTS : Chair Bingham, Selectperson Whitney, Selectperson Chaffee, Selectperson
Hoffmann, Selectperson Chatelain, Town Administrator Peter Lombardi, Assistant Town Administrator Donna
Kalinick, Project Manager Conor Kenny, Danielle Panzica , Ryan Burch, Faythe Ellis
Call to Order, Declaration of a Quorum, Meeting Participation Statement and Recording Statement
Chair Bingham called the meeting to order at 6 , 00pm . A quorum was declared, with all five Select Board
members present . Chair Bingham read the meeting participation and recording statements .
Public Announcements and Comment : None
Select Board Announcements and Liaison Reports :
Selectperson Chaffee announced that the County' s Human Rights Advisory Commission has invited each
Cape town to appoint a liaison to the commission . Our liaison would be engaged in discussions and activities
related to the County' s policy aimed at promoting equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color,
religious creed , national origin , gender, age, ancestry, sexual or affectional preference, marital family or
military status, income source, neighborhood , or disability and to oppose discrimination . If interested in
serving in this role, contact Erika Mawn in the Administration office .
Chair Bingham noted that the Ukrainian flag is flying at Town Hall in support of the people of Ukraine as they
struggle for survival .
Town Administrator' s Report :
Mr . Lombardi reported on the following topics :.
• COVID Pandemic- we continue to trend in a positive direction with only single digit numbers of
positive new cases in three of the past four weeks .
• The Town has been awarded technical assistance from the Cape Cod Commission for their help in
updating a regional housing market analysis, which was last completed in 2017 . Brewster' s interests
are relative to understanding what the market looks like with updated data . Hopefully if data is
available In the next few months, it can be used in updating the Production Housing Plan . The Local
Comprehensive Plan looks at the Town ' s housing needs, interest and future plans, we believe this
analysis will help to inform this work .
• The Town has submitted an expression of interest to the State' s Department of Housing and
Community Development seeking $ 75k in state grant funding to supplement the $ 175k we have
remaining for consulting services associated with the Sea Camps Comprehensive planning process .
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We will have to submit a full grant application In the next few months, this is a new multistep process
the State has put in place . If we are able to secure grant funding the awards will be made this fall .
• We have received correspondence from the Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates regarding
ARPA funding, and they will be seeking to appropriate $ 20M directly to the Towns from the first half
of the County ARPA allocation , which is in total over $41M . Mr . Lombardi recognized the work of the
Assembly in advocating for the Towns who have expressed their interest in accessing as much of the
funds as possible . There are a number of capital projects planned in which we are relaying on these
funds to help cover some of the financing for them . It is likely to take up to six months for the County
administration and Commissioners to complete their vetting process .
• Mr. Lombardi expressed his thanks to the DPW for replacing the chain link fence with a wood split rail
fence to keep with the character of the Town . All appropriate approvals from the Historic District for
the work has been secured .
Consent Agenda
a . Meeting Minutes : February 28, 2022 and March 7, 2022
b . Pass Through Town Permission : PanMass Challenge 2022
c , Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Participant Commemoration Request
d . Special Event Permit : Captain Freeman Inn
e . Breakwater Beach Use Request : Anglican Church of the Resurrection , Brewster
Selectperson Chatelain moved the consent agenda with the following comment the fact that we have a
participant in the Boston Tea Party, worth noting Brewster residents' part of history. Selectperson Chaffee
second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson
Chatelain-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham-yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Review and Vote on Multi -Hazard Mitigation Plan (Select Board FY22-23 Strategic Pian Goal CI -11- Conor
Kenny, Protect Manager
Mr. Kenny noted that the Town has worked to develop a Multi - Hazard Mitigation Plan since receiving a
FEMA grant in 2019 . The purpose of the plan is to help plan and receive funding for projects that reduce risk
of injury or property damage from hazardous events ( hurricanes, flooding and/or cyber security ) . A work
group was formed comprised of Town staff and with assistance of Horsley Witten Group, the plan was
developed . The final plan was completed with feedback from residents through community workshops .
FEMA completed the review of the plan and has approved , pending adoption by the Select Board this
evening . The Town has until February 2023 to adopt the plan , signing of the resolution will signal adoption
of the plan . With approval of this plan , the Town is now eligible to apply for State and Federal grants for
mitigations for specific projects, the plan is valid for the next five years .
Mr. Lombardi thanked all those involved in the project, adding that the plan builds on other work the Town
has been doing on Coastal Adaptation strategy, Coastal Resource Management plan and Municipal
vulnerability preparedness planning .
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Selectperson Chatelain moved to adopt the plan as presented . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call
vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes,
Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
6 * 20pm- Public Hearing, Renewal of Seasonal Liguor License : Us0s Seafood , El Guapo's Tagueria, Cape Cod
National Golf Club, Breakwater Lobster & Fish Market, Beach House Space, and Coble's
Selectperson Chatelain moved to open the public hearing at 6 , 30pm . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll
call vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes,
Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
No public comments or questions .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote
was taken . Selectperson Chaffee -yes, Selectperson Chatelain - yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson
Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Board vote to approve the following Seasonal General On "
Premises All Alcoholic Beverages Liquor License renewal pending the applicant has passed their Inspection,
have the required liability insurance and all financial obligations have been paid to the Town ; Cape Cod
National Golf Club, LLC d/b/a Cape Cod National Golf Club . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was
taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain - yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson
Chaffee-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Board vote to approve the following Seasonal General 0n -
Premises Wines & Malt Liquor License renewal pending they have passed their Inspection , have the
required liability insurance and all financial obligations have been paid to the Town ,, 2740 Main Street
Holdings, LLC d/b/a Beach House Spa , Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson
Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chatelain - yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair
Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- 1\11o .
Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Board vote to approve the following Seasonal Restaurant All
Alcoholic Beverages Liquor License renewals pending they have passed their inspections, have the
required liability insurance and all financial obligations have been paid to the Town ; Fishack Corporation
d /b/ a J .T.' s Seafood Restaurant and Full Circle Concepts, LLC d/b/a EI Guapo' s Taqueria , Selectperson
Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes,
Selectperson Chatelain-yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0"
No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Board vote to approve the following Seasonal Restaurant
Wines & Malt Liquor License renewal pending they have passed their Inspection, have the required
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liability insurance and all financial obligations have been paid to the Town , Breakwater Lobster & Fish
Market, Inc . d/b/a Breakwater Fish & Lobster and Roberts, Inc d/b/a Cobie's . Selectperson Chaffee second .
A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes, Selectperson Chatelain -
yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham-yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
6 : 30pm - Public Hearing, Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant Liquor License : The Kitchen ON,
2671. Main Street
Selectperson Chatelain moved to open the public hearing at 6 : 35pm . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll
call vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes,
Selectperson Chatelain-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No ,
Selectperson Chatelain moved to close the public hearing . Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was
taken . Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee - yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson
Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved that the Board approve the seasonal on premises all alcoholic beverage liquor
license for JDT Investments LLC d/b/a the Kitchen Cafe, effective from approval from the ABCC until
December 31, 2022, pending they have passed inspections, submitted required liability insurance and all
financial obligations have been paid to the Town . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken .
Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain -
yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
6 :40pm- Public Hearing, Renewal of Shellfish Grants : David Carlson & Alex Carlson
Selectperson Chatelain moved to open the public hearing at 6 : 40pm . Selectperson Chaffee second . A roll call
vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann-yes, Selectperson Chatelain - yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes,
Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
Ryan Burch joined the meeting and provided background on the shellfish grant program and the process to
obtain such permits . The Select Board approves shellfish grants every 10 years, there was oversight on these
two grants that were due in 2019 . Mr . Burch noted that there are 9 shellfish grants currently .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to close the public hearing. Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote
was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson
Whitney-yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the shellfish grants for David Carlson and Alex Carlson effective
January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2029 . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken .
Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-
yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
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Presentation on 5 -Year Community Preservation Plan ; Discuss and Vote on CPC Projects (ATM Article 9 ) &
Proposed Amendments to CPC Bylaw (ATM Article 14) - Faythe Ellis, CPC Chair ( Select Board FY22-23
Strategic Pian Goal CC001 )
Ms . Ellis presented that the CPC is estimating revenue of $ 1 . 14M from the FY23 tax surcharge . For the State
contribution, Brewster is eligible to receive up to 100% matching funds . The matching funds over the years
have ranged from 100% to as low as 21 % . For FY22 the percentage was an unexpected high of 54%, the
average over the last ten years has been 35% . In consultation with the Finance Director, the CPC is
comfortable estimating 25 % for FY23 . The allocations are in accordance with Brewster's unique allocation
formula of 10% to historic preservation , 10% to community housing, 50% to open space, 25% to the
budgeted reserve (which can be used for historic preservation , community housing, or recreation ), and 5 %
for administrative expense .
Ms . Ellis reviewed Article 9, Community Preservation Act Funding, providing an overview of the following
projects :
1 . Historic Preservation
a . Digitization of Ellen St . Sure collection , Total project cost is $ 35, 441 . 50; CPC request is
$ 22, 616 , 50 .
2 . Community Housing
a . Housing Coordinator position : Total project cost is $ 89, 150 . 00; CPC request is $ 66, 900 . 00 .
b . Community Development Partnership : Lower Cape Housing Institute : Total project cost is
$ 123 , 350; CPC request is $ 15, 000 .
3 , Open Space
a . Community Preservation Bonded Debt Service
4 . Reserves for Community Preservation
a . Administrative Expense
b . Pennrose/Cape Cod Five ; Total Project cost Is $ 27, 705 . 00; CPC request is $ 105, 000 .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to open the warrant . Selectperson Chaffee second . A roll call vote was taken .
Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -
yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve Article No . 9, section 1a, Brewster Historical Society as printed In
the warrant . Selectperson Chaffee second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann-yes,
Selectperson Chatelain - yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The
Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend Article No . 9, section 2a, Housing Coordinator as printed In the
warrant . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson
Whitney- yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain-yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote
was 5-Yes, 0- No .
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Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend Article No . 9, section 2b, Lower Cape Housing Institute .
Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chaffee -
yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes,
0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Article No . 9, section 3a , Community Preservation
Bonded Debt Service , Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes,
Selectperson Whitney- yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair Bingham-yes . The
Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Article No . 9, section 4a, Administration Expense
as printed in the warrant. Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney-
yes, Selectperson Chaffee - yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair Bingham -yes .
The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Article No . 9, section 4b, Pennrose/Cape Cod Five
project as printed in the warrant . Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson
Chatelain-yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Chair
Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
Ms . Ellis presented on Article 14, the CPC Community Preservation Plan , providing some background
information on CPA . There are 187 MA communities that participate including all of the Cape and Islands .
To learn more about CPA, visit the Community Preservation Coalition website . Ms . Ellis stated that Brewster
voted to adopt the CPA in 2005 , which includes a 3 % local property tax surcharge . The total amount
generated in Brewster has been approx . $ 19M . There is a minimum statutory requirement that all
communities must set aside or spend at least 10% on each of the following categories ; Community Housing,
Open Space/ Recreation and Historic Preservation . 70% is unreserved can be spent in any category in any
combination and up to 5 % may be used for CPC administrative costs . When Brewster adopted CPA, we
adopted codified minimums that exceed state requirements . A local bylaw sets the minimum funding
allocations by CPA category, 50% for open space, with 30% for community housing, historic preservation or
recreation . With 10% for historic preservation and 10% for community housing. It is highly unusual to have
this customized funding bylaw .
Ms . Ellis noted that there is consideration in changing the allocation formula, we have been fortunate that
there has always been sufficient funding for eligible CPA applications . Last year in reviewing the potential
pipeline of eligible projects in comparison to estimate revenues, it was clear that the funding future wasn 't
going to be easy . Noting that in the near future the committee will have to decide between eligible projects
with no strategy . The committee hired a consultant, Jen Goldson to help develop a CPA plan . This includes
recommendations to the Select Board on possible changes to our unique funding formula and create a
framework to make funding recommendations . Through focus groups, interviews, public forums and
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working sessions a draft has been developed and Is in the packet, the CPC is expected to vote on the final
plan on March 23, 2022 . Ms . Ellis outlined some of the main points of the plan :
• Updating the custom formula, which will Include a policy layer to guide the committee called the
Target Allocation Policy . This is a guideline for the CPC to make recommendations for a multiyear
period , allowing more flexibility, The new formula would Include : 30% for community housing and
open space ( each ) , 10% for each Historic Preservation and Outdoor Recreation , 5% for CPC
Administration costs and remaining 15% undesignated .
• Prioritize allocation of CPA funding to create and support community housing and preserve open
space/natural resources, including multi - purpose projects that address both housing and open space
needs . Secondarily, support eligible outdoor recreation and historic preservation projects .
• Support projects that demonstrate compatibility with the all the many plans in place within the Town .
Encourage leveraging of CPA funds with other funding options .
• Allocate funding for regional projects that demonstrate clear community benefit and contributions
from other communities in the region .
Ms . Ellis reviewed the CPC anticipated baseline estimate of project needs for FY23 - 27 as well has highlighting
the eligible project/funding availability using the current formula and a combination of the statutory
formula . These are available in the packet for review . Ms . Ellis has requested the Select Board to support
Article 14, which is to adopt the statutory CPA formula effective FY24 . Adding that she believes this will
provide funding flexibility for the Community Preservation Committee to adapt to shifting priorities and In
combination with the new 5 -year plan will guide future funding recommendations with a framework and
guidelines .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Article No . 14 as printed in the warrant .
Selectperson Whitney second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Whitney-
yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes,
0- No .
Update and Vote on Summer 2022 Permit Program = Recycling Center, Beach Parking and Shellfish Permits
Ms . Kalinick announced that with the Community Compact Grant the Town had received, we have
established plate reader technology at the Recycling Center . We have been testing the technology and there
will no longer be physical recycling center permits Issued . The Beach permits for residents will still be
physical stickers .
Our Beach, Recycling Center and Shellfish permits program runs in conjunction with the Spring real estate tax
bills, which will be sent out the first week of April and in them will be the mail in form for the coming season .
The new recycling center permit is active as of July 15t, beach permits are required as of June 15th and
shellfish permits run on the annual calendar. Also available will be an online permit program which is user
friendly.
For non - resident beach permits, we will continue with our plate reader technology for both daily and
seasonal passes . Visitors can purchase passes starting on June 1, 2022, these can be purchased ahead of time
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or day of. The recommendation for shellfish permits is to add an annual non - resident permit for $ 125 , in
the past we have sold between 20 to 30 . With some of the stock challenges we want to make sure we have
enough for our residents but feel we can accommodate these permits as well .
Along with the mail in form, residents will receive a flyer regarding the plate reader technology, there will be
Information in both the Council on Aging and Brewster Ladies Library newsletters . Signage will be at the
recycling center and our website, social media and local papers will have information as well .
There was brief discussion about the resident only beach at the Sea Camps Bay property, there is more
discussion to be had regarding this set up and process .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the new permitting as outlined . Selectperson Whitney second . A
roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Whitney- yes, Selectperson Chaffee -yes,
Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No ,
Update to Changes to Town Offices Schedule ; Discuss and Vote on Select Board Meeting Format for April &
May (Select Board Strategic Plan Goal G-4)
Mr. Lombardi reviewed the Town' s offices schedule for the past two years, noting that Brewster was one of
the first town Halls to be opened to residents in July of 2020. We plan to open four days a week and by
appointment on Fridays .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to remain remote for April and May . Selectperson Chaffee second . A roll call
vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes,
Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
Vote to Open Spring 2022 Town Meeting Warrant and Vote on Articles
Mr . Lombardi offered brief review of each Article item prior to the Select Board vote .
a . STM Article It Outstanding Obligations ( required to bring any unpaid bills from the prior fiscal year
for Town Meeting approval, total obligations from FY21 are just over $ 4300 ) .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Special Town Meeting Article 1 . Selectperson
Chaffee second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Chatelain yes,
Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
b . STM Article 2 : Budgetary Transfers (The first two items in the article are related to the Town ' s
eligibility for a one time, one- month premium holiday applied to the Town' s premium charges and
employee charges . The plan is to apply the balances from the two health insurance lines to pay down
the short-term debt in full and create capacity in the FY23 operating budget to pay down a significant
portion of our remaining balance of short-term debt for the Long Pond property acquisition . The third
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Item in the article is a $ 150K transfer from ambulance receipts to the Fire Department budget to
cover overtime expenses ) .
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Special Town Meeting Article 2 . Selectperson
Chaffee second . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chatelain - yes,
Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
c . ATM Article 16 , Lease of Town Property — Antenna ( We have two carriers, one whose term is set to
expire and one who has notified that they intend to terminate their lease , We are seeking up to 20-
year terms for lease agreements, will have to go through a formal solicitation process )
Selectperson Chatelain moved to recommend approval of Annual Town Meeting Article 16 . Selectperson
Hoffmann second . A roll call vote was taken , Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes,
Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair Bingham-yes . The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No .
d . ATM Article 17 , Utility Easement= 361 Slough Road (As of news recently received, we have come to
learn that the Town doesn ' t own the property that the residents were seeking to secure a utility
easement over . This will be removed from the warrant ) ,
Vote to Close Town Meeting Warrant
Selectperson Chatelain moved to close Town Meeting warrant . Selectperson Hoffmann second . A roll call
vote was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann - yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes,
Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Chair Bingham -yes , The Board vote was 5-Yes, 0- No
Discuss and Vote on Proposed Sea Camps Bay Beach Naming Contest
Selectperson Chaffee announced the Town is working to open the Bay Property Beach to residents in July,
noting the importance to give the beach a name . The Select Board invites residents to submit their ideas to
name the beach, the contest will be open from April 11t through April 15th . The submissions will be narrowed
down to 3 -6 that will be presented to the Select Board in May to vote on a name . Information will be on the
website .
Review and Vote on Proposed Brewster Doe Park Regulations
Selectperson Chaffee summarized the data that has been provided in the packet, adding that safety has to
be the priority as we open and operate the park. Selectperson Chaffee believes it would be prudent to
restrict younger children inside the enclosures .
Mr . Lombardi provided follow up from last meeting in regard to the Town' s insurance provider, a portion of
their input is in the packet . The insurance company didn 't not provide a specific age threshold or guidance .
Any restriction that the Select Board placed would not impact the extent in which they can provide coverage .
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Chair Bingham made the following statement, "The town has spent years trying and finally succeeding at
building a dog park . This is a place for dogs to recreate, owners to gather, but have their attention primarily
on their dog ( s ) . My feeling is that if young children are present, the adult attention is divided and not
necessarily equally . Dog owners need to realize that there will most likely be multiple dogs in the park at
one time . Dog owners are asked to have their attention squarely on their dogs . We have a couple of parks
designed especially for children, dogs can go to these parks on a leash, but let' s remember it' s a children ' s
park . The dog park is designed for dogs, children under the age of 6 need to be closely monitored , thereby
dividing the owner' s attention . I would like to have the age requirement of a minimum of 6 years of age . "
Selectperson Chatelain moved to approve the dog park regulations with the following edits : under the "Not
allowed in park enclosures" section, remove "Children under 6" . Under the "Owners/handlers must" section ,
add language " Parents/guardians of children under 6 are urged to use caution when in the enclosure . " And
under the " Legal Notices" add the following language, owners of dogs exhibiting aggressive behavior towards
humans will be prosecuted to the maximum extent of the law . Selectperson Chaffee second . A roll call vote
was taken . Selectperson Chaffee-no, Selectperson Chatelain- yes, Selectperson Whitney- no, Selectperson
Hoffmann - no, Chair Bingham - no . The Board vote was 1-Yes, 4- No .
Selectperson Hoffmann offered her comments and process on how she has come to her decision , noting her
background in education and the development of children along with conversations with others .
Selectperson Chaffee moved to adopt the Brewster Dog Park Regulations as proposed . Selectperson Whitney
second . There was brief discussion on liability language . A roll call vote was taken . Selectperson Whitney-
yes, Selectperson Chatelain - no, Selectperson Hoffmann -yes, Selectperson Chaffe -yes, Chair Bingham-yes ,
The Board vote was 4-Yes, 1- No ,
For Your Information .
No Comments
Matters Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair :
None
Questions from the Media :
None
Next Meetings :
March 23, April 4, April 25, May 9, May 14, May 23, and May 25, 2022
Adjournment
Selectperson Chatelain moved to adjourn at 8 : 11pm . Selectperson Chaffee second . A roll call vote was taken .
Selectperson Chatelain -yes, Selectperson Chaffee- yes, Selectperson Whitney-yes, Selectperson Hoffmann -
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yes, Chair Bingham -yes . The Board vote was 5 -Yes, 0- No .
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Accompanying Documents In Packet: Agenda, 2022 Personnel Bylaw fixed wages & salaries report, TA Report, Consent Agenda Items,
Report on Housing Production Plan, Millstone Road Community Housing Project materials, Upcoming public meeting schedule and format
memo, Proposed Brewster Dog Park regulations, FYis ,
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