MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
January 4, 2021
12 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Larry Ballantine, Donald Howell, Michael MacAskill, Stephen Ford, Edward McManus
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing with a unanimous vote, public hearing was closed
To close the public hearing with a unanimous vote, public hearing was closed. Motion to move the proposed change to the Harbor Management Plan by the addition of the Unattached Class C Charters
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Larry Ballantine, Donald Howell, Michael MacAskill, Stephen Ford and Edward McManus). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Chairman Ballantine moved to close the public hearing with a unanimous vote, public hearing was closed. Motion to move the proposed change to the Harbor Management Plan by the addition of the Unattached Class C Charters, Approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Ballantine)
Approve the mooring licenses for Allen Harbor Marine Services-Allen Harbor Mooring Field, Harwich Port Boat Yard-Wychmere Inner Harbor and Wychmere Harbor Outer Harbor, all mooring service-Round...
To approve the mooring licenses for Allen Harbor Marine Services-Allen Harbor Mooring Field, Harwich Port Boat Yard-Wychmere Inner Harbor and Wychmere Harbor Outer Harbor, all mooring service-Round Cove, Pleasant Bay and Herring River
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the mooring licenses for Allen Harbor Marine Services-Allen Harbor Mooring Field, Harwich Port Boat Yard-Wychmere Inner Harbor and Wychmere Harbor Outer Harbor, all mooring service-Round Cove, Pleasant Bay and Herring River. Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill)
Approve Section 1.07 of the Harwich Board of Selectmen Liquor License Regulation requests for closure of Brax Landing
To approve Section 1.07 of the Harwich Board of Selectmen Liquor License Regulation requests for closure of Brax Landing
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve Section 1.07 of the Harwich Board of Selectmen Liquor License Regulation requests for closure of Brax Landing. 2nd by Mr. Howell. Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Approve subject to the response from an upcoming disciplinary hearing-M.G.L. Chapter 138, Section 12 Annual on premise wines and malt Liquor License Renewal-Ember Pizza Inc. DBA Ember-600 Route 28
To approve subject to the response from an upcoming disciplinary hearing-M.G.L. Chapter 138, Section 12 Annual on premise wines and malt Liquor License Renewal-Ember Pizza Inc. DBA Ember-600 Route 28
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve subject to the response from an upcoming disciplinary hearing-M.G.L. Chapter 138, Section 12 Annual on premise wines and malt Liquor License Renewal-Ember Pizza Inc. DBA Ember-600 Route 28. 2nd by Mr. McManus Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
Approve Annual Lodging House License Renewal for Barnaby Inn-Route 28
To approve Annual Lodging House License Renewal for Barnaby Inn-Route 28
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve Annual Lodging House License Renewal for Barnaby Inn-Route 28, 2nd by Mr. Howell. Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Approve 2021 Annual Auto License Renewals for All Out Performance-266 Queen Anne Road-Class IV Auto Repair and Harwich Port Boat Yard, Inc.-4 Harbor Road-Class I Agents or Sellers
To approve 2021 Annual Auto License Renewals for All Out Performance-266 Queen Anne Road-Class IV Auto Repair and Harwich Port Boat Yard, Inc.-4 Harbor Road-Class I Agents or Sellers
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve 2021 Annual Auto License Renewals for All Out Performance-266 Queen Anne Road-Class IV Auto Repair and Harwich Port Boat Yard, Inc.-4 Harbor Road-Class I Agents or Sellers, 2nd by Mr. Howell. Board of Selectman Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Approve 2021 Annual Common Victuallers License Renewals 1-5 as presented in the packet
To approve 2021 Annual Common Victuallers License Renewals 1-5 as presented in the packet
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Larry Ballantine, Donald Howell, Michael MacAskill, Stephen Ford and Edward McManus). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve 2021 Annual Common Victuallers License Renewals 1-5 as presented in the packet. 2nd by Mr. Howell. Approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Approve the reappointment of Arthur Bodin to the Barnstable County HOME Consortium Advisory Council-term to expire January 1, 2024
To approve the reappointment of Arthur Bodin to the Barnstable County HOME Consortium Advisory Council-term to expire January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the reappointment of Arthur Bodin to the Barnstable County HOME Consortium Advisory Council-term to expire January 1, 2024, 2nd by Mr. Howell. Mr. MacAskill asked if this position had been vetted. Mr. Howell replied that there had been no other people interested, no application filed and Mr. Bodin had expressed a desire to be reappointed. Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Deny a hardship reduction for liquor license fee for Zack, Inc DBA Castaways- 986 Main Street
To deny a hardship reduction for liquor license fee for Zack, Inc DBA Castaways- 986 Main Street
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to deny a hardship reduction for liquor license fee for Zack, Inc DBA Castaways- 986 Main Street, 2nd by Mr. Howell. Discussion followed as to the reasons for the denial. Bob Young commented that it would be helpful for the licensing fees to be due in June when restaurants have full receipts. Approved 4-0-1.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Extend Robert C. Lawton, Jr.'s contract to January 31, 2021 Mr. Powers explained the reasons to continue Mr. Lawton's contract to the end of January
To extend Robert C. Lawton, Jr.'s contract to January 31, 2021 Mr. Powers explained the reasons to continue Mr. Lawton's contract to the end of January
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to extend Robert C. Lawton, Jr.'s contract to January 31, 2021 Mr. Powers explained the reasons to continue Mr. Lawton's contract to the end of January. Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill)
Approve the agreement with the changes noted
To approve the agreement with the changes noted
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the agreement with the changes noted. 2nd by Mr. Ford Approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Howell, second: Ford)
They adjourn the meeting at 8:51 p.m
That they adjourn the meeting at 8:51 p.m
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they adjourn the meeting at 8:51 p.m., 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (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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