MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
June 25, 2018
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Larry Ballantine, Donald Howell, Julie Kavanagh, Michael MacAskill, Edward McManus
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Consent Agenda
Approval of the Consent Agenda
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Mr. Ballantine seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: Ballantine)
We adopt the health insurance recommendation of June 4, 2018 as read at the previous meeting (attached)
That we adopt the health insurance recommendation of June 4, 2018 as read at the previous meeting (attached)
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved that we adopt the health insurance recommendation of June 4, 2018 as read at the previous meeting (attached). Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: MacAskill)
We approve the new position description for the Community Center Director at a classification of M-5, 40 hours
That we approve the new position description for the Community Center Director at a classification of M-5, 40 hours
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved that we approve the new position description for the Community Center Director at a classification of M-5, 40 hours. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Howell)
We regrade the position for the Water/Wastewater Superintendent to an M-8, Step 6 effective July 1, 2018
That we regrade the position for the Water/Wastewater Superintendent to an M-8, Step 6 effective July 1, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved that we regrade the position for the Water/Wastewater Superintendent to an M-8, Step 6 effective July 1, 2018. Mr. Ballantine seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: Ballantine)
We approve the award of the bid to Comtronics at $83,387.46
That we approve the award of the bid to Comtronics at $83,387.46
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved that we approve the award of the bid to Comtronics at $83,387.46. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: Howell)
Accept the contract with Specialty Vehicles Inc. in the amount of $330,112 at the recommendation of the Fire Chief
To accept the contract with Specialty Vehicles Inc. in the amount of $330,112 at the recommendation of the Fire Chief
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept the contract with Specialty Vehicles Inc. in the amount of $330,112 at the recommendation of the Fire Chief. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
Approve the renewal applications for 2018 Hawkers and Peddlers & Weekday Entertainment Licenses by Salt Block Food Truck to be located at 575 Route 28, Harwich Port
To approve the renewal applications for 2018 Hawkers and Peddlers & Weekday Entertainment Licenses by Salt Block Food Truck to be located at 575 Route 28, Harwich Port
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the renewal applications for 2018 Hawkers and Peddlers & Weekday Entertainment Licenses by Salt Block Food Truck to be located at 575 Route 28, Harwich Port. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Approve the Harwich Cranberry Festival, the One Day Special Liquor License serving wine and beer at musical performances, sponsoring the summer Harwich Cultural Center, the dates are July 12, 19,...
To approve the Harwich Cranberry Festival, the One Day Special Liquor License serving wine and beer at musical performances, sponsoring the summer Harwich Cultural Center, the dates are July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 9, 16, 23, the hours from 5:45 to 9:00
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to approve the Harwich Cranberry Festival, the One Day Special Liquor License serving wine and beer at musical performances, sponsoring the summer Harwich Cultural Center, the dates are July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 9, 16, 23, the hours from 5:45 to 9:00. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Howell)
Accept the donation from Harwich Cranberry Festival and Home Watch Companies for sprucing up the courtyard at the Harwich Cultural Center and occasional mowings for the purpose of Festival support
To accept the donation from Harwich Cranberry Festival and Home Watch Companies for sprucing up the courtyard at the Harwich Cultural Center and occasional mowings for the purpose of Festival support
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept the donation from Harwich Cranberry Festival and Home Watch Companies for sprucing up the courtyard at the Harwich Cultural Center and occasional mowings for the purpose of Festival support. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
Approve the request by Lynn Schweinshaut for temporary speedbumps on Seabreeze Avenue and Wyndemere Bluffs and instruct the Town Administrator to get it done
To approve the request by Lynn Schweinshaut for temporary speedbumps on Seabreeze Avenue and Wyndemere Bluffs and instruct the Town Administrator to get it done
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the request by Lynn Schweinshaut for temporary speedbumps on Seabreeze Avenue and Wyndemere Bluffs and instruct the Town Administrator to get it done. Mr. Ballantine seconded the motion with the caveat that this will lead us into a permanent solution as we get into the winter months and have time and Mr. MacAskill agreed to include that as part of the motion. Mr. Howell cautioned that the speed limit is the same in the winter. Chief Guillemette said he considered increasing presence and signage but after hearing the concerns he thought speed bumps and making it a one-way should be considered. Mr. Clark asked the Board to include the acceptance of the donations in the motion. Mr. MacAskill added to his motion "and accept a donation from the neighborhood" and Mr. Ballantine agreed to the addition to the motion. Mr. Clark said the Town would do the installation. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Ballantine)
Accept the list that was included in the packet with two exceptions, David Nixon that's an ex-officio position, as we have received no recommendations from a committee, and Mark Koopman, as I have...
To accept the list that was included in the packet with two exceptions, David Nixon that's an ex-officio position, as we have received no recommendations from a committee, and Mark Koopman, as I have been informed by Tom Caruso that he doesn't show up at meetings
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept the list that was included in the packet with two exceptions, David Nixon that's an ex-officio position, as we have received no recommendations from a committee, and Mark Koopman, as I have been informed by Tom Caruso that he doesn't show up at meetings. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
We accept the list as contained in the packet for the 2018-2019 Miscellaneous Re-Appointments
That we accept the list as contained in the packet for the 2018-2019 Miscellaneous Re-Appointments
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved that we accept the list as contained in the packet for the 2018-2019 Miscellaneous Re-Appointments. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
Accept the committee liaison assignments as presented
To accept the committee liaison assignments as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to accept the committee liaison assignments as presented. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Accept the deed in lieu of foreclose for 31 & 33 Lakeview Drive
To accept the deed in lieu of foreclose for 31 & 33 Lakeview Drive
The minutes name Edward McManus as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved to accept the deed in lieu of foreclose for 31 & 33 Lakeview Drive. Mr. McManus seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus)
Adjourn at 8:56 p.m
To adjourn at 8:56 p.m
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to adjourn at 8:56 p.m. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: MacAskill)
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