MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
June 22, 2020
9 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Larry Ballantine, Stephen Ford, Donald Howell, Michael MacAskill, Edward McManus
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
He said that they have a motion and a second
He said that they have a motion and a second
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“He said that they have a motion and a second. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.”
Approve the October 7, 2019 minutes and vote to approve the Interim Town Administrator's recommendation to grant permission of NSTAR/Eversource for the purpose of the installing approximately 25'...
To approve the October 7, 2019 minutes and vote to approve the Interim Town Administrator's recommendation to grant permission of NSTAR/Eversource for the purpose of the installing approximately 25' of conduit and cable and 1 handhold #53/23 A in town road to provide electrical service to customer at 94 Forest Street subject to conditions from staff
From the minutes
“Mr. Ford moved to approve the October 7, 2019 minutes and vote to approve the Interim Town Administrator's recommendation to grant permission of NSTAR/Eversource for the purpose of the installing approximately 25' of conduit and cable and 1 handhold #53/23 A in town road to provide electrical service to customer at 94 Forest Street subject to conditions from staff. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: Ford, second: MacAskill)
Ballantine said he would entertain a motion to approve these as one packet
Ballantine said he would entertain a motion to approve these as one packet
From the minutes
“Ballantine said he would entertain a motion to approve these as one packet. Mr. McManus made the motion. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Allin favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: MacAskill)
Approve the monthly spending plan for July 2020 for the General and Sewer Enterprise Funds in the amount of $10,551,371
To approve the monthly spending plan for July 2020 for the General and Sewer Enterprise Funds in the amount of $10,551,371
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved to approve the monthly spending plan for July 2020 for the General and Sewer Enterprise Funds in the amount of $10,551,371. : Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: MacAskill)
They go forward with the recruitment, not to exceed $30 per hour
That they go forward with the recruitment, not to exceed $30 per hour
The minutes give the count (4-1) and name Michael MacAskill, but the names and count do not match the members present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved that they go forward with the recruitment, not to exceed $30 per hour. Seconded by Mr. McManus. Motion passed 4-1-0, with Mr. MacAskill abstaining.” (Motion: Howell, second: McManus)
Approve Go Industries DBA Perks - Common Victuallers License - Renewal - 545 Route 28, Harwich Port
To approve Go Industries DBA Perks - Common Victuallers License - Renewal - 545 Route 28, Harwich Port
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve Go Industries DBA Perks - Common Victuallers License - Renewal - 545 Route 28, Harwich Port. Seconded by Mr. McManus. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
Approve Go Industries DBA Perks - Weekday Entertainment License - Renewal - 545 Route 28, Harwich Port - 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM inside and outside - Recorded and/or live music with amplification...
To approve Go Industries DBA Perks - Weekday Entertainment License - Renewal - 545 Route 28, Harwich Port - 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM inside and outside - Recorded and/or live music with amplification system and dancing, consistent with past licensing and restrictions
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve Go Industries DBA Perks - Weekday Entertainment License - Renewal - 545 Route 28, Harwich Port - 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM inside and outside - Recorded and/or live music with amplification system and dancing, consistent with past licensing and restrictions. Seconded by Mr. McManus. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
Approve the Natural Resources Director, Heinz Proft's request re-hire Shellfish Lab seasonal staff-FY 2021 Budgeted Item - not to exceed - $7,556.40
To approve the Natural Resources Director, Heinz Proft's request re-hire Shellfish Lab seasonal staff-FY 2021 Budgeted Item - not to exceed - $7,556.40
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the Natural Resources Director, Heinz Proft's request re-hire Shellfish Lab seasonal staff-FY 2021 Budgeted Item - not to exceed - $7,556.40. Seconded by Mr. McManus. Mr. MacAskill pointed out that this is also a food source for quite a few people. People do this and eat them. He thanked Mr. Proft for the great program. Mr. Proft thanked them for all the support and that Mr. MacAskill hit the nail on the head. In fact this falls under one of the Governor's essential services, for the labor to produce aquaculture, as well as agriculture. In his supporting documentation he added that Harwich sells approximately 400 shellfish permits per year, and they are in June and they have already touched 300. They have already seen an increase in permit sales. On multiple levels it is a good thing to continue to do. Mr. McManus asked Mr. Proft if the song is still up on YouTube. Mr. Proft explained that they had promoted the lab with a song and if they look up the shellfish lab song in Harwich, it is there. Mr. McManus said it is a wonderful song! All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
They adjourn at 8:12 pm
That they adjourn at 8:12 pm
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they adjourn at 8:12 pm. Seconded by Mr. Howell. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
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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