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2198 Main Street
Brewster, MA 02631-1898
Phone: (508) 896-3701
Fax: (508) 896-8089
Office of:
Board of Selectmen
Town Administrator
To: The Board of Selectman as Liquor Licensing Authority
From: Susan Broderick
Date: January 8, 2016
RE: Liquor License Hearing for Jamiel Hospitality Company
Enclose please find the application from Jamiel Hospitality for a seasonal to annual liquor
license. The Board previously reviewed and approved the application for transfer of license from
Cape Cod Fresh and for a seasonal to annual a license. ABCC approved the transfer from Cape
Cod Fresh to Jamiel Hospitality but notified the applicant that they would require a separate
application for the seasonal to annual transaction. Mr. Jamiel has now submitted an application
for the seasonal to annual license.
TOWN OF BREWSTER
Liquor License Hearing
In accordance with MGL Chapter 138, Sections 4-17C, the Brewster Board of Selectmen will
hold a public hearing on Monday, January 11, 2016 to review an application from Jamiel
Hospitality Company, LLC D/B/A Ardeo Mediterranean Grille, located at 2671 Main Street, for
a Seasonal to Annual All Alcoholic Beverages License. The hearing will be held at 7:00pm, in
Room A, at the Town of Brewster Town Office Building located at 2198 Main Street, Brewster,
MA. All Interested parties are invited to attend.
January 7, 2015
From: Chris Miller, Natural Resources Director
Ryan Burch, Natural Resources Assistant
To: Michael Embry, Town Administrator
Re: Shellfish grants, changes to regulations, possible new Aquaculture Development Area(s)
At your request, we have compiled a list of positive and negative comments concerning the development
of private, for profit shellfish aquaculture leases off public land on the area known as the “Brewster Flats.”
These pros and cons are detailed briefly for each location in the below table. In addition, we have
developed google earth maps detailing the current shellfish grant locations (9 private & 2 Town) and areas
best suited for additional sites (shown at end of this memo).
In the last several weeks, Department staff has met with neighboring towns (Eastham, Orleans & Dennis)
to discuss best management practices for these areas as well as reaching out to the Massachusetts Division
of Marine Fisheries (the State’s regulatory branch) to get their feedback. Each of the aquaculture
development area (ADAs) in these towns have had their own issues, both in locating them and in access,
and Brewster can benefit from their experiences.
As you are aware, the Town is currently engaged in a facilitated public engagement process
(Developing a Coastal Adaptation Strategy for Brewster) utilizing the Consensus Building Institute. This
$224,000 project will finish in June, and will present a strategy to the Selectmen that reflect public
consensus on the future uses of our beaches and public coastal properties. A part of this process is a
several day long charrette that discusses various scenarios. We suggest that development of a new or
expanded ADA should be a topic for discussion during that process.
Several regulations are inter-related with use of the flats for private aquaculture, including the town bylaw
regarding vehicles on the beach; Selectmen policy for use of the landings for access; the Selectmen
aquaculture grant regulations; and the Commercial Shellfish regulations. Development of a new ADA will
also require a Notice of Intent through our Conservation Commission, and may trigger other local review,
in addition to state and federal requirements.
Recommendations:
• We recommend that any new applications for shellfish grants be held until after the Coastal Adaptation
Strategy is developed. The Coastal Committee could be a part of this review.
• We ask that the Selectmen enact a moratorium on new grants until this process is complete, or for one
year, whichever is shorter.
• Existing grants that come up for review or renewal should also be renewed for a shorter period so that
they are aware of any changes to rules and regulations that may affect their grants.
Town of Brewster
Department of Natural Resources
2198 Main Street
Brewster, Massachusetts 02631-1898
(508) 896-3701
We identified 10 possible locations for shellfish aquaculture leases that are off public property.
LANDING PROS CONS
CROSBY • Good water quality
• No private shorefront owners
• Available space
• Limited access (vehicle)
• Long distance on foot
• High winter ice build-up
• Limited parking
• Poor water quality at east near
Namskaket
LINNELL • Good water quality
• No private shorefront owners
to east
• Available space
• Good vehicle access
• High winter ice build-up
• Parking issues at landing may
develop
• Mooring area
ELLIS • Good water quality
• Good vehicle access
• Existing grants
• High winter ice build-up
• Limited parking at landing
• Very limited available space
• Private shorefront owners
• Town shellfish programs
POINT OF ROCKS • Good water quality
• No access (vehicle)
• Limited parking
• Private shorefront owners
• Very limited space
BREAKWATER
BEACH
• Good water quality
• Available space
• Good vehicle access
• Parking issues at landing
• Nearby shorefront owners
• Moderate winter ice build-up
BREAKWATER
LANDING
(LITTLE)
• Good water quality
• Limited space
• Limited access (vehicle) via
Breakwater Beach
• Limited parking
• Private shorefront owners
• Moderate winter ice build-up
• Existing shellfish resources
SAINTS
• Good water quality
• Limited access (vehicle) via Mants
Landing
• Limited parking
• Private shorefront owners
• Moderate winter ice build-up
• Existing Town shellfish
program/location conflict
LANDING PROS CONS
MANTS • Good water quality
• Good vehicle access
• Existing grants
• Moderate winter ice build-up
• Limited space
• Poor water quality to west at
Paines
• Limited parking
• Mooring area closer to shore
PAINES CREEK • Poor water quality (closed area)
• Limited access (vehicle) via Mants
Landing
• Limited parking
• Moderate winter ice build-up
WING ISLAND • Questionable water quality
between Quivett and Paines
• No access (vehicle)
• Prohibitively long foot access
• No parking
• Moderate winter ice build-up
Mants Landing and current grants
In below picture, grant boundaries are shown by yellow markers. Boxes indicate current size and location
of grants. Two lower grant locations are the Town shellfish grant. From left, two acre grant, ½ acre grant,
and two ½ acre grants. Note light colored sand bands (moving sediment, shallow).
Mants Landing
Mooring area
Two grants located west of Point of Rocks Landing.
Three grants west of Ellis Landing
Point of Rocks Landing
Grants
Ellis
Landing
Ellis
Landing
frontage
projected
onto flats Town grant
Shellfish
cages
Potential ADA off Linnell, in front of state property west of Crosby. Current regulations allow up to two
acre grants. Sixteen ½ acre plots shown, 1000 feet from Linnell Landing, about 600 feet off the high tide
mark. Limit to north is depth.
Crosby
Linnell
Mooring
area
**MEMORANDUM**
TO: Lisa Souve
FROM: Mark O’Brien, Captains G.C., Director of Operations
DATE: January 5, 2016
RE: Town Meeting Warrant Articles
The following are the Golf Department warrant article requests for Town Meeting:
1. 1 - Triplex tee & approach mower with rollers $ 45,000
2. 2 – Blowers $ 14,000
3. 1 – Sod cutter $ 5,000
4. Equipment lease payment $ 52,617
TOTAL $116,617
Below are the summaries for each request:
1. Triplex tee & approach mower with rollers – These monies will be used to purchase
an additional triplex mower with rollers. We currently have 9 triplex mowers (one with
rollers). The addition of this piece of equipment will allow us to have two units with rollers,
which will allow us to institute a program of rolling the greens intermittently as opposed to
mowing them everyday. This will aid in the health of the turf as well as improving playing
conditions.
2. Blowers – These monies will be used to purchase two (2) new tow-behind blowers that
can be towed by a golf cart. All of our current blowers must be towed by a tractor and
cannot go on the greens. Therefore the greens must be cleaned off by hand blowers
which is a time-consuming process. These additional blowers will aid in daily clean-up as
well as during aerification and fall leaf clean-up.
3. Sod cutter – These monies will be used to purchase one new sod-cutter to replace our
current unit, which is over 20 years old. The current unit is inefficient for our needs. The
old unit will be declared as surplus.
4. Equipment lease payment – These monies are for the third annual lease payment for
three rough mowers and four workman utility vehicles. This is a five year lease/purchase
agreement.
**MEMORANDUM**
TO: Brewster Board of Selectmen
CC: Michael Embury, Town Administrator
FROM: Mark O’Brien, Golf Director of Operations
DATE: January 6, 2016
RE: Captains Golf Course 2016 Fee schedule
Attached is the rate schedule for the 2016 season for the Captains Golf Course. There are
no rate increases in these rates as compared to the 2015 rates. This rate schedule was
unanimously adopted by the Brewster Golf Commission at their meeting on October 13,
2015.
I request that the Brewster Board of Selectmen approve this rate schedule.
GREEN FEES: RATE
Thursday, January 1st thru Friday, April 1st
Everyday - 18 hole green fee 40.00$
After 1:00 p.m. everyday - twilight green fee 25.00$
Back 9 everyday - available for the 1st hour and a half 25.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 1:00 p.m.5.00$
Saturday, April 2nd thru Thursday, April 28th
Friday thru Sunday - 18 hole green fee 55.00$
Monday thru Thursday - 18 hole green fee 45.00$
After 1:00 p.m. everyday - 18 hole green fee 45.00$
After 3:00 p.m. everyday - twilight green fee 30.00$
Back 9 everyday - available for the 1st hour and a half 34.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 4:00 p.m.5.00$
Friday, April 29th thru Monday, May 30th
Friday thru Sunday - 18 hole green fee (and Memorial Day)69.00$
Friday thru Sunday 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm 49.00$
Friday thru Sunday After 3:00 pm 35.00$
Friday thru Sunday Back 9 - available for the 1st hour and a half 39.00$
Monday thru Thursday - 18 hole green fee (except Memorial Day)50.00$
Monday thru Thursday after 1:00 p.m.45.00$
Monday thru Thursday after 3:00 p.m.30.00$
Monday thru Wednesday Back 9 - available for the 1st hour and a half 34.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 4:00 p.m.5.00$
Tuesday, May 31st thru Thursday, June 30th
Friday thru Sunday - 18 hole green fee 69.00$
Friday thru Sunday 1:00 pm to 3:00 p.m.49.00$
Friday thru Sunday After 3:00 pm 35.00$
Friday thru Sunday Back 9 - available for the 1st hour and a half 39.00$
Monday thru Thursday - 18 hole green fee 55.00$
Monday thru Thursday 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm 45.00$
Monday thru Thursday after 3:00 p.m.30.00$
Monday thru Wednesday Back 9 - available for the 1st hour and a half 34.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 4:00 p.m.5.00$
Friday, July 1st thru Monday, September 5th
18 hole green fee - everyday before 9:00 a.m.76.00$
18 hole green fee - everyday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.69.00$
18 hole green fee - everyday 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.49.00$
After 4:00 p.m. everyday - twilight green fee 35.00$
Back 9 everyday except Thursday - available for the 1st hr and a half 39.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 5:00 p.m.5.00$
Tuesday, September 6th thru Monday, October 10th
Friday thru Sunday - 18 hole green fee (and Columbus Day)69.00$
Friday thru Sunday 1:00 pm to 3:00 p.m.49.00$
Friday thru Sunday After 3:00 pm 35.00$
Friday thru Sunday Back 9 - available for the 1st hour and a half 39.00$
Monday thru Thursday - 18 hole green fee (except Columbus Day)50.00$
Monday thru Thursday 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm 45.00$
Monday thru Thursday after 3:00 p.m.30.00$
Monday thru Wednesday Back 9 - available for the 1st hour and a half 34.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 4:00 p.m.5.00$
Tuesday, October 11th thru Sunday, October 30th
Friday thru Sunday - 18 hole green fee 55.00$
Monday thru Thursday - 18 hole green fee 45.00$
After 1:00 p.m. everyday - 18 hole green fee 30.00$
Back 9 everyday - available for the 1st hour and a half 34.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 2:00 p.m.5.00$
Monday, October 31st thru Saturday, December 31st
Everyday - 18 hole green fee 40.00$
After 1:00 p.m. everyday - twilight green fee 25.00$
Back 9 everyday - available for the 1st hour and a half 25.00$
Junior green fee (under 18 years old) - after 1:00 p.m.5.00$
RIDING CARTS
Daily Fee Player 18 Hole Cart - single rider 20.00$
Daily Fee Player 9 Hole Cart - single rider 12.00$
Annual Fee Player 18 Hole Cart - single rider 15.00$
Annual Fee Player 9 Hole Cart - single rider 8.00$
PULL CARTS
18 holes 5.00$
9 holes 3.00$
DRIVING RANGE
Warm-up bucket (15 balls)3.00$
Small bucket (35 balls)6.00$
Large bucket (70 balls)10.00$
Debit card (5 small buckets)22.00$
Debit card ($100 worth of range balls)60.00$
Debit card ($200 worth of range balls)100.00$
Junior bucket (16 yrs. & under - limit 1 bucket per junior)2.00$
RENTAL CLUBS 25.00$
Brewster Adult Resident and/or Real Estate Taxpayer categories:
Early Start - may play anytime/any day 900.00$
Morning - may play after 9:00 a.m. in prime season/anytime in non-prime season (see app.)750.00$
Twilight - may play beginning one hour prior to the start of the Twilight green fee rate 399.00$
Brewster Resident Collegiate (19 - 25 years old)300.00$
Brewster Resident - Junior (12 - 18 years old)175.00$
Charter Non-Resident (Renewals only)1,300.00$
Non-Residents - Individual 1,500.00$
Non-Residents - Twilight 599.00$
Non-Residents - Collegiate (19 - 25 years old)500.00$
Jr. Non-Resident (12 - 18 years old)250.00$
CAPTAINS GOLF COURSE - YEAR 2016 RATES
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
ANNUAL FEE PLAYER PASSES
Town of Brewster
2198 Main Street
Brewster, MA 02631-1898
Phone: (508) 896-3701
Fax: (508) 896-8089
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Office of:
Board of Selectmen
Town Administrator
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN REGULAR SESSION MEETING
DATE: September 28, 2015
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
PLACE: Brewster Town Office Building, 2198 Main Street
PRESENT: Chairman deRuyter, Selectman Foley, Selectman Dickson, Selectman Norton, Selectman
Hughes, Town Administrator Charles Sumner, Assistant Town Administrator Jillian Douglass, Manuel
Ainzuain, Tom Rogers, Joe Rinaldi, Richard Pomroy, Fabrizo Caruso, Chief Moran, Ralph & Rose Ingegneri,
Chris Powicki, John Lamb, Sue Leven
Planning Board members; Rick Judd, Elizabeth Taylor, Kari Hoffmann
Call to Order
Chairman deRuyter called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.
Citizens Forum
Rose Ingegneri stated that 2 weeks ago she and Ralph attended the Cornhole toss sponsored by the Police &
Fire Departments. This year money was raised for Camp Dream, an organization that benefits children with
cancer. The families of the Police & Fire Departments had a very good time. She hopes that this event will
continue and she hopes it will grow. She showed T-Shirts that are for purchase for $10.00 at the Police
Station.
Chris Powicki asked what the next step will be in regards to article 9 of the September 2 Town Meeting and
the Community Process. Selectman Hughes answered that contracts are being finalized with the various
parties. There was a first meeting on what information the facilitator needs to start the process. A date has not
been set for the second meeting, but it will more than likely be in November. Mr. Powicki asked if citizens
should attend the Coastal Committee meeting. He mentioned that on Friday, tree cutting began in the park at
Breakwater and asked if the Town has looked into the issue of either the Attorney General or a group of
citizen’s suing the Town for illegal taking of land. Chairman deRuyter stated that it may be a tall order for the
group to get the Attorney General to join the lawsuit. He believes there is no standing for the group. Mr.
Sumner stated that Town Counsel offered an opinion on that matter and Mr. Powicki has a copy.
Discuss & Vote on Request for New Common Victualer License for Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters, 2624
Main Street
Manuel Ainzuain stated that he set up a coffee roasting business and patrons can see how the coffee is roasted
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every day. He is in the front part of the herb shop located at 2624 Main Street. He has been approved by the
Board of Health, Building Department and Planning Department. He would like to add seating for patrons to
stay and enjoy their coffee. Selectmen Norton asked where he gets his beans. Mr. Ainzuain stated from
Columbia, Costa Rica and Mexico, all beans are organic. Selectman Foley stated he has visited the shop and it
was an excellent cup of coffee. Selectman Norton moved to approve the Common Victualer License for
Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters, Selectman Foley second. The Board voted 5-Yes, 0-No.
Interview & Appointment of Candidates for Opening on Planning Board
Thomas Rogers stated that he has been a full time resident since 2006. He is currently the Chairman of the
Cemetery Commission. He is interested in the vacancy on the Planning Board as he believes it is a civic duty.
He has been involved in regional planning. Mr. Rogers also went over his work background. Kari Hoffmann
asked Mr. Rogers availability his for meetings. Mr. Rogers stated that he does goes to Florida for a few
months, but other than that he is available. Elizabeth Taylor is concerned on his travel to Florida as they are
already having a problem by being down a member. Rick Judd clarified when the Planning Board meets. This
appointment would be until the May 2016 Town election. Selectman Hughes asked Mr. Rogers view on
Planning Board issues that may face Brewster. Mr. Rogers stated that he does not at this time have any
specific views, as he would like to see what issues are coming up. Mr. Rogers would decide in May if he
would like to run for the Planning Board.
Joseph Rinaldi has been a resident for 4 years. Kari Hoffmann asked Mr. Rinaldi’s availability for meetings.
Mr. Rinaldi stated that he is a consultant for a company in NJ, occasionally he is asked to come back. For
example, he has been asked to return for the next two weeks. Mr. Rinaldi stated that he is currently the
Chairman of the Coastal Committee. Mr. Judd asked if Mr. Rinaldi’s consulting might take him out of the
country, he stated it would not. Selectman Hughes asked about his interest in being on the Planning Board and
the planning issues in Brewster. Mr. Rinaldi stated that now that he is retired he would like to support his
community, as he was supported when he was working. He honestly does not entirely understand the planning
process, but is very willing to learn and his background with the planning of large projects should be helpful.
Selectman Hughes stated that the Planning Board has regulatory functions and has he given that any thought.
Mr. Rinaldi stated that he has and that he has no self-interest and would look at issues from a legal standpoint
and what is right vs. wrong. Mr. Rinaldi would not be able to decide if he would like to run in May, until that
time. Chairman deRuyter thanked both applicants for their interest. Both Boards voted and the roll call vote
was: Rick Judd for Joseph Rinaldi, Elizabeth Taylor for Joseph Rinaldi, Kari Hoffmann for Joseph Rinaldi,
Selectman Hughes for Joseph Rinaldi, Selectman Dickson for Joseph Rinaldi, Selectman Foley for Joseph
Rinaldi, Selectman Norton for Joseph Rinaldi, Chairman deRuyter for Joseph Rinaldi.
Discuss New Fire Station Project
Richard Pomroy stated that after the first of the year, they were tasked with looking at the project program and
reviewing renovations costs. There were several open forums on this project and as a result the group was
tasked with continuing the project. The square footage is still 22,500 sq feet and a new station would be
located behind the current building, which will be saved. The current station and the Council on Aging will
continue to have their own parking entrance/exit. Mr. Pomroy went over the current facility design and what
has changed since 2013. He also went over some of the design modifications; including the change in building
materials. There has also been a change in the grade, which decreased the height of required retaining walls.
The estimate on these schematic designs is for a fall 2015 start $ 13,401,251, and spring of 2016 start the cost
would be $13,802,515, as construction costs continue to rise. These are of course, still estimates. This is the
last and best estimate the Town can get before going to design. In a historical review of the project since 2002,
it shows that the square footage of the building continued to decrease, but the cost of the project either
increased or stayed level. Selectman Norton asked if this design was based on 2 or 3 pumpers. Chief Moran
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stated that it is 3. Most Towns have 3, some on the Cape have 4. Selectman Dickson is inclined to put this
project through in the spring. This will allow the Town time to build a positive consensus for the project. The
new Town Administrator will be the person to shepherd this project through and he does not come on board
until November 1, 2015. Selectman Norton is in agreement that it may be better to bring this forward in spring
2016. Selectman Foley stated that Chatham is in the process of constructing a new Fire Station. Mr. Pomroy
stated that Chatham’s station was reduced 10,000 – 15,000 square feet. He is not sure of the actual square
footage of their facility. Selectman Foley would rather bring the project forward in the fall due to the increase
in the project cost, by waiting until the spring. Since the Town Meeting has already taken place, this gives the
Board time to start to work on this project now. Selectman Hughes stated that she supports a new Fire Station,
but she needs more time to decide if it should be fall or spring. Selectman deRuyter is concerned on if the
project could pass this fall, he is afraid it may fail. He would like to see it on the Spring Town Meeting. He is
sensitive to the increase in the costs by waiting. The Board was in agreement to hold the decision until the
October 5th meeting. Chairman deRuyter thanked Mr. Pomroy, Mr. Caruso and Chief Moran for their work on
this project. Ralph Ingegneri stated that something will have to be done to support the Fire Department. They
are going on more calls; more fire calls. The current station is run down and they are operating without a
deputy Fire Chief. He asked that if the project does not go forward this fall that the Board and Finance
Committee visit the station and talk with the employees. Herb Montgomery stated that he would like to see
the project go forward this fall. He isn’t sure what else can be done to promote a new station. What was done
last time with videos, and open houses was very good.
Review & Possible Vote on Round 1 Adder Proposal from Cape & Vineyard Electric Cooperative
Chairman deRuyter stated that two weeks ago, CVEC came with their request for an administrative adder on
round 1 projects. Selectman Hughes asked if CVEC has looked at their own budget and done any revaluation.
Selectman Dickson answered that they have and their expenses are down. The biggest thing they did was hire
Liz Argo and they have worked on their legal budget. Selectman Dickson stated they did get financials back to
2008; in 2009, they showed a profit, but their cumulative dropped, so that is confusing. He would like to get
an answer to that question. Chairman deRuyter asked Ms. Douglass what the Energy Committee’s opinion is if
CVEC no longer exists; what are the Town’s options and rights. This item will come back to the October 5th
meeting. Selectman Dickson would also like to know if CVEC needs a positive vote from all the Towns.
Chairman deRuyter stated that they do. Selectman Foley added that they have 2 positive votes so far. Chris
Powicki stated that the Board may want to have the Energy Committee look at the two projects that CVEC
wants to put the adder on; the landfill project and look at what round 1 projects the Town is an off-taker of.
This could create a problem.
Review & Approve March 2, 2015 Regular Session Meeting Minutes, April 27, 2015 Regular Session
Meeting Minutes, May 18, 2015 Regular Session Meeting Minutes, May 20, 2015 Regular Session
Meeting Minutes, May 27, 2015 Regular Session Meeting Minutes
Selectman Norton moved to approve the March 2, 2015 regular session meeting minutes, the April 27, 2015
regular session meeting minutes, the May 18, 2015 regular session meeting minutes, the May 20, 2015 regular
session meeting minutes and the May 27, 2015 regular session meeting minutes, Selectman Foley second. The
Board voted 5-Yes, 0-No.
Action Items
Selectman Foley moved to approve action item 1, Cobb House Mortgage and moved that, pursuant to the vote
on article 7 (item 3a) of the Brewster Special Town Meeting held on May 4, 2015, and the grant agreement
dated August 29, 2015, by and between the Town of Brewster Community Preservation Committee (“CPC”)
and the Brewster Historical Society, Inc. (“BHS”), wherein the CPC agreed to grant the BHS One Hundred
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Thousand and 00/100 ($100,000) Dollars for the preservation and rehabilitation of the Captain Elijah Cobb
House at 739 Lower Road for use as the BHS museum and offices, and to make the property accessible to the
public, and wherein the BHS agreed, as a condition of the grant award, that the CPC shall be entitled to
recapture its funding should the BHS ever sell or transfer the property to any entity except a nonprofit entity
previously approved by the CPC, in writing, and that, to secure said condition, BHS agreed to grant the Town
of Brewster a mortgage interest in the property and to record the mortgage instrument against the title to the
property at the Barnstable County Registry of Deeds, the Board of Selectmen hereby votes to authorize the
CPC to accept said mortgage interest on behalf of the Town of Brewster, Selectman Dickson second. The
Board voted 5-Yes, 0-No. Selectman Norton moved to approve action items 2-9, as recommended by
Administration, Selectman Dickson second. The Board voted 5-Yes, 0-No.
FYI Items
Selectman Hughes asked for more information on item L, notice from Bennett Environmental on
downgradient property status. Mr. Sumner stated the property is west of School House pond. Many years ago
a gentleman lived there who worked in the pesticide business and stored materials in the shed. The property
was sold and some soil testing was done and showed contaminants. Selectman Foley made mention of the
resignation of Dave Bennett and would love to convince him to stay. Selectman Dickson made mention of the
letter from the owners of Stone L’Oven pizza and wanted the public to know that they still plan to open but it
has been pushed back to the spring. Selectman Dickson also made mention of the letter from the AG’s office
and thanked the Chairman for his leadership on this. Selectman Foley made mention of the item on Tri Town
and would like the Board to discuss Tri-Town at the October 5th meeting.
Liaison Reports
In terms of the WQRC and Mr. Bennett’s resignation, Selectman Hughes clarified that he reluctantly resigned.
His personnel business has been increasing and he has represented clients in front of Town Boards.
Selectman Foley asked for an update on the Route 6A project and other Town paving projects. Mr. Sumner
reported that National Grid is finishing installing gas mains at the Orleans line. The Water Department has
begun to replace water mains along the route 6A area. MA DOT has contracted with Lawrence Lynch to do
the project on route 6A; they have begun some tree work and surveying work. Some of the drainage work
may begin this fall. The largest portion of the project will begin in the spring. It is a 2 year construction
project. He hopes to have the State and Lawrence Lynch in before the holidays to give an update on the
project and project schedule. Eversource is also doing some tree trimming work. The Town is out to bid for
Underpass and Snow Road. A contract will be issued in October, but most of the work will begin in spring
2016. The Town is also repaving Stonybrook & Satucket roads. Mr. Ellis may come in to the next meeting
and give an update on road paving projects. Selectman Dickson mentioned the Francis Nickerson lecture and
events coming up at the Library. Information is on the Library website.
Topics the Chair did not Reasonable Anticipate
Mr. Sumner stated that the real estate tax bills have gone out and are due in November.
Chairman deRuyter stated that he received an email from Laura Kelley of POCCA. There is a lawsuit against
Eversource to stop them from spraying. They are asking Towns to join the lawsuit. There is a hearing October
1st in Barnstable Superior Court.
Media Questions
None
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Future Meetings
October 5 & 19, 2015, Tri-Town Meeting Wednesday October 28th.
Executive Session
Chairman deRuyter stated that the Board would go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to
collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the
Town; SEIU Local 888 & OPEIU Local 6.
Selectman Norton moved that the Board dissolve open session at 8:37pm and go into executive session to
discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining; SEIU Local 888 & OPEIU Local 6 and not to return to
open session, Selectman Dickson second. The Board voted unanimously; Selectman Dickson – Yes,
Selectman Foley – Yes, Selectman Norton – Yes, Selectman Hughes – Yes, Chairman deRuyter – Yes.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Broderick
Administrative Supervisor
Approved: _______________ Signed: _______________________________________
Date Peter Norton, Clerk of the Board of Selectman
Accompanying Documents in Packet: agenda, email from Manuel Ainzuain, re; request for Common Victualer license, resumes
from Tom Rogers & Joe Rinaldi, powerpoint from CVEC on round 1 adders, information on 3/2/15 meeting minutes, 4/27/15
meeting minutes, 5/18/15 meeting minutes, 5/20/15 meeting minutes, 5/27/15 meeting minutes, action items, FYI
Board of Selectmen
Appointments January 11, 2016
Daniel J. Lanctot as Police Officer and Keeper of the Lockup effective
February 9, 2016 – February 8, 2017
Andrew J. Dionne as Police Officer & Keeper of the Lockup
Stephen H. Freiner as Special Police Officer (for special duty only)
effective February 10, 2016 – February 9, 2017
Patrick Ellis to the Hazardous Waste Committee, Recycling Commission,
Oil Spill Coordinator & Tree Warden, expiring June 30, 2016
Robert Miller, Ralph Ingegneri, Charles Sumner, Herb Montgomery &
Hayley Winfield to the Fire Station Building Committee for a term of 3
years expiring June 30, 2019
FYI – January 11, 2016
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FYI ITEMS (MAIL) JANUARY 11, 2016
A. Copy of Notice from Cape Cod Commission to Office of Energy &
Environmental Affairs, re; National Grid main replacement project
B. Notice from Cape Cod Commission to Cape Towns, re; applications for Local
Technical Assistance funds
C. Notice of Zoning Board of Appeals January 12, 2016 hearing
D. 2015 Small Business Administration Annual Report (SBA resource guide hard
copy in office)
E. Update from Nauset Together We Can program Sight Loss Services quarter
ending 12/31/15 report
F. CapeAbilities 2015 Annual Report