MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
July 9, 2018
11 recorded votes, 3 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
The adoption of the Consent Agenda
The adoption of the Consent Agenda
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved the adoption of the Consent Agenda. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: Howell)
Approval of the application for Sunday Entertainment License by Port Restaurant & Bar and to extend the starting time on the Weekday Entertainment License
Approval of the application for Sunday Entertainment License by Port Restaurant & Bar and to extend the starting time on the Weekday Entertainment License
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved approval of the application for Sunday Entertainment License by Port Restaurant & Bar and to extend the starting time on the Weekday Entertainment License. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion for discussion. Marcia Casey of 29 Pleasant Street pointed out that they hear the music from The Port and Ember in their back yard and front porch at night and she thinks this extension of hours is too much. She added that they are well over 150 feet away. Mr. Casey of 29 Pleasant Street suggested having acoustic music only. Mr. Howell asked Mr. McManus to add "all previous terms and conditions shall also apply" to his motion and Mr. McManus agreed to amend his motion as such. Mr. MacAskill seconded the amendment. Chief Guillemette said the Police Department has been responsive to the calls that come in and have had proactive meetings with the businesses in Town on the rules and regulations. He encouraged people to call the Police Department if they hear the music over 150 feet away or after 10:00 p.m. and they will respond. He said he has concerns but doesn't have strong objections to this application. The amended motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: MacAskill)
Approval of the application for Sunday Entertainment by Ember Restaurant and request to extend starting time on the Weekday Entertainment License subject to all the restrictions and previous...
Approval of the application for Sunday Entertainment by Ember Restaurant and request to extend starting time on the Weekday Entertainment License subject to all the restrictions and previous limitations on the license
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved approval of the application for Sunday Entertainment by Ember Restaurant and request to extend starting time on the Weekday Entertainment License subject to all the restrictions and previous limitations on the license. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: MacAskill)
Approve the text changes in House Bill H4437
To approve the text changes in House Bill H4437
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to approve the text changes in House Bill H4437. Mr. Howell seconded the motion. Mr. Waystack noted that the Board of Assessors has reviewed the changes and they would like to get this done as soon as possible. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Howell)
Accept the Trust Agreement as written
To accept the Trust Agreement as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept the Trust Agreement as written. Mr. Ballantine seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: Ballantine)
Approve the recommended budget transfers
To approve the recommended budget transfers
Yes: Ballantine, Kavanagh, McManusNo: Howell, MacAskill
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved to approve the recommended budget transfers. Mr. Ballantine seconded the motion and the motion carried by a 3-2-0 vote with Mr. MacAskill and Mr. Howell in opposition.” (Motion: McManus, second: Ballantine)
Approve the contract with Mill City in the amount of $5,996,000
To approve the contract with Mill City in the amount of $5,996,000
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the contract with Mill City in the amount of $5,996,000. Mr. MacAskill seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
Approve the contract with Eastward Companies in the amount of $103,174 for the provision and installation of a generator at Brooks Free Library
To approve the contract with Eastward Companies in the amount of $103,174 for the provision and installation of a generator at Brooks Free Library
Yes: Ballantine, Howell, Kavanagh, McManusNo: MacAskill
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved to approve the contract with Eastward Companies in the amount of $103,174 for the provision and installation of a generator at Brooks Free Library. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a 4-1-0 vote with Mr. MacAskill in opposition.” (Motion: McManus, second: Howell)
Approval of the Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Policy first reading and to bring it back for a second reading
Approval of the Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Policy first reading and to bring it back for a second reading
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved approval of the Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Policy first reading and to bring it back for a second reading. Mr. Howell seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: Howell)
Authorize the Cemetery Administrator to attend the Paw Palooza Cape Cod on July 14-15, 2018 at the Dennis Yarmouth High School and to accept the gift from Agway of Cape Cod
To authorize the Cemetery Administrator to attend the Paw Palooza Cape Cod on July 14-15, 2018 at the Dennis Yarmouth High School and to accept the gift from Agway of Cape Cod
Yes: Ballantine, Kavanagh, MacAskill, McManusNo: Howell
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved to authorize the Cemetery Administrator to attend the Paw Palooza Cape Cod on July 14-15, 2018 at the Dennis Yarmouth High School and to accept the gift from Agway of Cape Cod. Mr. Ballantine seconded the motion and the motion carried by a 4-1-0 vote with Mr. Howell in opposition.” (Motion: McManus, second: Ballantine)
Adjourn at 8:48 p.m
To adjourn at 8:48 p.m
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to adjourn at 8:48 p.m. Mr. McManus seconded the motion and the motion carried by a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: McManus)
From the Harwich Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s agendas and minutes portal (2025 on) and its archived Agendas & Minutes page (2012–2024). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Cape Cod Chronicle (William F. Galvin and file photos) and the Handler For Harwich campaign website.
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