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July 1, 2025
32 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Mark Townsend, Dan Ryan, Sarah Hewins, Jim Hoffman, John Cotter
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A Sec 21(a)(3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (clerical Union) that if discussing the matters in open session will have...
Go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A Sec 21(a)(3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (clerical Union) that if discussing the matters in open session will have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town, and to return to open session
From the minutes
“Motion to go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A Sec 21(a)(3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (clerical Union) that if discussing the matters in open session will have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town, and to return to open session by Ryan, second by Hoffman. Roll Call: Affirmative - Ryan, Townsend, Hoffman, Hewins, Cotter.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Review of the Conditions
Approve as written: Review of the Conditions
Approve as written
From the minutes
“Motion to approve as written was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman, Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approve as amended to include the approval of the Chiefs
Approve as amended to include the approval of the Chiefs
From the minutes
“Motion to approve as amended made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins to include the approval of the Chiefs. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve that onsite parking is limited to 2,225 and after lot 1 is approved will be 2,675 with the subject to approval of professional parking plan approved by the Planning Board and the three...
Approve that onsite parking is limited to 2,225 and after lot 1 is approved will be 2,675 with the subject to approval of professional parking plan approved by the Planning Board and the three Safety Chiefs for discussion. There is a question with regard to the total number of spaces included. Subject to approval of a professional parking plan as approved by the Chiefs (see #20)
From the minutes
“Mr. Ryan made a motion to approve that onsite parking is limited to 2,225 and after lot 1 is approved will be 2,675 with the subject to approval of professional parking plan approved by the Planning Board and the three Safety Chiefs seconded by Ms. Hewins for discussion. There is a question with regard to the total number of spaces included. Subject to approval of a professional parking plan as approved by the Chiefs (see #20) Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve
Approve. Ms. Hewins asked if all signs would be provided by Mass DOT, Chief Duphily explained we have some to use also
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Ms. Hewins asked if all signs would be provided by Mass DOT, Chief Duphily explained we have some to use also. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approve as amended to state prior to the approval of the Board and the Chiefs
Approve as amended to state prior to the approval of the Board and the Chiefs. Mr. Hoffman asked how #5 is different from number #2. Mr. Corbo clarified the section is about the buses and transportation
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins as amended to state prior to the approval of the Board and the Chiefs. Mr. Hoffman asked how #5 is different from number #2. Mr. Corbo clarified the section is about the buses and transportation. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve
Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve as amended
Approve as amended. Ms. Hewins clarified that the DPW is in agreement and Mr. Cannon stated they are. Update the date noted to 8/23/2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Ryan made a motion to approve as amended and Ms. Hewins seconded. Ms. Hewins clarified that the DPW is in agreement and Mr. Cannon stated they are. Update the date noted to 8/23/2025. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve
Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approve as amended as amended (Amended is the last line should not be struck out) Mr. Corbo explained that this item is basically to state that the Faire Operator is responsible for all activities...
Approve as amended as amended (Amended is the last line should not be struck out) Mr. Corbo explained that this item is basically to state that the Faire Operator is responsible for all activities on the Faire Site. Mr. Ryan asked if this can be simplified, and it was agreed to leave as written with the amendment
From the minutes
“Ms. Hewins made a motion to approve as amended and seconded by Mr. Hoffman as amended (Amended is the last line should not be struck out) Mr. Corbo explained that this item is basically to state that the Faire Operator is responsible for all activities on the Faire Site. Mr. Ryan asked if this can be simplified, and it was agreed to leave as written with the amendment. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Hewins, second: Hoffman)
Approve
Approve. It was clarified that the bus drivers that are contracted with the Faire are included in this statement
From the minutes
“Motion to approve was made by Ms. Hewins and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. It was clarified that the bus drivers that are contracted with the Faire are included in this statement. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Hewins, second: Hoffman)
Approve with the amendment of King's Faire, LLC
Approve with the amendment of King's Faire, LLC
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins with the amendment of King's Faire, LLC. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve as amended to use the same language as #11
Approve as amended to use the same language as #11
From the minutes
“Motion to approve was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins as amended to use the same language as #11. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve
Approve. Ms. Hewins asked if Chief Duphily approves the word "may" rather than "shall" and he does. This item also needs the correction of the word Fair to Faire
From the minutes
“Motion to approve was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins. Ms. Hewins asked if Chief Duphily approves the word "may" rather than "shall" and he does. This item also needs the correction of the word Fair to Faire. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve. Ms. Hewins asked about the following operating day language. Mr. Corbo clarified that the conditions cover every day of the license. Mr. Cannon stated that there will be separate licenses granted for each day listed. Update to state the license
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins. Ms. Hewins asked about the following operating day language. Mr. Corbo clarified that the conditions cover every day of the license. Mr. Cannon stated that there will be separate licenses granted for each day listed. Update to state the license. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve as written without the proposed amendment
Approve as written without the proposed amendment
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins as written without the proposed amendment. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve
Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Changed to "Shall". Including the KRF amendment and approved by Chief Weston
(The minutes do not give the wording of the motion.)
The minutes do not give the wording of this motion; the title is the agenda item it was made under.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Approve without the KRF amendment
Approve without the KRF amendment
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins without the KRF amendment. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
King Richard's Faire license condition #20: license does not take effect until the Chiefs and the Select Board approve a professional parking plan
(The minutes do not give the wording of the motion.)
The minutes do not give the wording of this motion; the title is the agenda item it was made under.
From the minutes
“#20 License shall not take effect unless the Town's Chiefs and Select Board approve with a professional approved parking plan. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.”
Introductory paragraph
Approve to approve the introductory paragraph as amended
Approve to approve the introductory paragraph as amended
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman to approve the introductory paragraph as amended. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approve the Entertainment License subject to the amended condition items
Approve the Entertainment License subject to the amended condition items
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the Entertainment License was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman subject to the amended condition items. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Application for One Day Special Liquor License (wine and malt only)
Approve the One Day Special Liquor License for the above listed dates with all documentation to be received by August 23, 2025, and ongoing as new staff are hired
Approve the One Day Special Liquor License for the above listed dates with all documentation to be received by August 23, 2025, and ongoing as new staff are hired
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the One Day Special Liquor License for the above listed dates was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins with all documentation to be received by August 23, 2025, and ongoing as new staff are hired. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Application for Common Victualler License
Approve application for Common Victualler License King's Fair, LLC
Approve application for Common Victualler License King's Fair, LLC
From the minutes
“Motion to approve application for Common Victualler License King's Fair, LLC was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hoffman. Vote 5 to 0 Ryan-approve Townsend-approve Hoffman-approve Hewins-approve Cotter-approve.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Application for Sunday Entertainment License
Approve application for Sunday Entertainment License: King's Faire, LLC subject to the same condition as the weekday license
Approve application for Sunday Entertainment License: King's Faire, LLC subject to the same condition as the weekday license
From the minutes
“Motion to approve application for Sunday Entertainment License: King's Faire, LLC subject to the same condition as the weekday license was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Application for Weekday Entertainment License
Approve application for Sunday Entertainment License: King's Faire, LLC subject to the same conditions approved
Approve application for Sunday Entertainment License: King's Faire, LLC subject to the same conditions approved
From the minutes
“Motion to approve application for Sunday Entertainment License: King's Faire, LLC subject to the same conditions approved was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Hewins. Vote 5 to 0 Mr. Ryan -Approved Mr. Townsend - Approved Mr. Hoffman- Approved Ms. Hewins - Approved Mr. Cotter- Approved.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hewins)
Adjourn the joint meeting and return to the Select Board meeting at 8:48pm
Adjourn the joint meeting and return to the Select Board meeting at 8:48pm
The minutes record the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present (Mark Townsend, Dan Ryan, Sarah Hewins, Jim Hoffman and John Cotter), so it is not clear how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ryan made a motion to adjourn the joint meeting and return to the Select Board meeting at 8:48pm and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 4 to 0.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approval of June 17, 2025, Select Board meeting minutes
Approve June 17, 2025, meeting minutes
Approve June 17, 2025, meeting minutes
The minutes record the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present (Mark Townsend, Dan Ryan, Sarah Hewins, Jim Hoffman and John Cotter), so it is not clear how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve June 17, 2025, meeting minutes was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 4 to 0.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approval of June 10, 2025, Select Board Executive Session meeting minutes
Approve June 10, 2025, Executive Board meeting minutes for release
Approve June 10, 2025, Executive Board meeting minutes for release
The minutes record the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present (Mark Townsend, Dan Ryan, Sarah Hewins, Jim Hoffman and John Cotter), so it is not clear how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve June 10, 2025, Executive Board meeting minutes for release was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 4 to 0.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Approval of June 17, 2025, Select Board Executive Session meeting minutes
Approve June 17, 2025, Executive Board meeting minutes not for release
Approve June 17, 2025, Executive Board meeting minutes not for release
The minutes record the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present (Mark Townsend, Dan Ryan, Sarah Hewins, Jim Hoffman and John Cotter), so it is not clear how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve June 17, 2025, Executive Board meeting minutes not for release was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Mr. Hoffman. Vote 4 to 0.” (Motion: Ryan, second: Hoffman)
Next Meeting
Adjourn at 9:00 pm
Adjourn at 9:00 pm
Yes: Cotter, Hewins, Ryan, TownsendThe roll call does not list Jim Hoffman, who was present.
From the minutes
“motion to adjourn at 9:00 pm, seconded by Mr. Hoffman Vote 4 to 0 Mr. Ryan- approved Mr. Townsend - approved Ms. Hewins - approved Mr. Cotter-approved.” (second: Hoffman)
From the Carver Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (2025 on) and its Document Center archive (earlier years). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: Mark Townsend and Sarah Hewins from Wareham Week (January 2026); Jim Elliman from Area 58 video of the October 6, 2026 Select Board meeting (identified by the nameplate in front of each member). Members without a photo show initials.
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