MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
January 19, 2021
7 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
The Board of Selectmen converts the Interim Town Administrator's appointment to that of Town Administrator and that all references to Interim in his contract be deleted
That the Board of Selectmen converts the Interim Town Administrator's appointment to that of Town Administrator and that all references to Interim in his contract be deleted. He further moved that the board authorize the chair to enter into negotiations for a three year extension of the Administrator's contract with terms and conditions that may be acceptable to both parties
The minutes give only the count (4-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved that the Board of Selectmen converts the Interim Town Administrator's appointment to that of Town Administrator and that all references to Interim in his contract be deleted. He further moved that the board authorize the chair to enter into negotiations for a three year extension of the Administrator's contract with terms and conditions that may be acceptable to both parties. 2nd by Mr. Ford. Mr. MacAskill voiced an opinion about the procedure as well as commending Interim Town Administrator Powers for his performance thus far. Mr. Howell also commended Interim Town Administrator Powers and is very much in favor of this motion but felt that Mr. MacAskill had turned the issue around. Mr. MacAskill clarified his explanation of his comments. Mr. Ford commented in favor of the motion as did Mr. McManus. The vote was 4-1-0 with Mr. Ballantine, Mr..” (Motion: Howell, second: Ford)
Approve this License agreement with Robert Miller-Golf teaching pro as presented
To approve this License agreement with Robert Miller-Golf teaching pro as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve this License agreement with Robert Miller-Golf teaching pro as presented, 2nd by Mr. Howell. Mr. MacAskill referred to a previous request for a reduced license fee and asked what they were in the past and if the fee had been reduced. Mr. Greer, the Director of Golf, explained that Mr. Miller just completed a 5 year deal and it was a3 year license agreement. He had asked for a reduction due to COVID and the restriction he had this year, it was a one year event only. This new license agreement follows the original payment schedule of $5,000 and increases by 5% each year. Mr. MacAskill's follow up question is why at the end of 5 years, is the present amount of $5000 ending at $7000. Mr. Greer explained that the cap is needed in order for the golf pro to make any profit. Mr. MacAskill asked Mr. Greer to email him the numbers of the first 5 years for his records and if this is the only golf instructor the town has or if there are more. Mr. Greer answered that because it's a license and not a lease, it's nonexclusive. The Miller golf license covers an entire team of instructors to accommodate all the golfers that need instruction. Mr. MacAskill noted that it would be helpful if it was noted in the presentation that the committee voted to support it. Mr. Greer assured the selectmen that the committee was in favor of this and he'! include the vote in his next report and presentation. The vote was 5-0-0 with Mr. Howell, Mr. MacAskill, Mr. Ford, Mr. McManus ands Mr. Ballantine voting aye by roll call.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Approve Section 1.07 of the Harwich Board of Selectmen Liquor License Regulation's request for closure by licensed establishment Cape Sea Grille-31 Sea Street from February 21st to February 28th...
To approve Section 1.07 of the Harwich Board of Selectmen Liquor License Regulation's request for closure by licensed establishment Cape Sea Grille-31 Sea Street from February 21st to February 28th for cleaning and updating
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve Section 1.07 of the Harwich Board of Selectmen Liquor License Regulation's request for closure by licensed establishment Cape Sea Grille-31 Sea Street from February 21st to February 28th for cleaning and updating. 2nd by Mr. Howell. The vote was 5-0-0.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They authorize staff to finish the completion of the application and submit it for the January 29th period
That they authorize staff to finish the completion of the application and submit it for the January 29th period
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved that they authorize staff to finish the completion of the application and submit it for the January 29th period, 2nd by Mr. Ford. Mr. MacAskill asked if the motion is enough or do they have to pick a concept. Mr. Ryder confirmed that the motion s enough based on the work he and Katy have done, The vote was 5-0-0 with Mr. MacAskill, Mr. Howell, Mr. McManus, Mr. Ford and Mr. Ballantine voting aye at roll call.” (Motion: McManus, second: Ford)
The Board approve Phase 2 Contract 1 Sewer Construction Change Order #4 with Robert B. Our for $26,848.00
That the Board approve Phase 2 Contract 1 Sewer Construction Change Order #4 with Robert B. Our for $26,848.00
Yes: Ballantine, Ford, MacAskill, McManusAbstained: Howell
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that the Board approve Phase 2 Contract 1 Sewer Construction Change Order #4 with Robert B. Our for $26,848.00, 2nd by Mr. McManus Mr. MacAskill noted that he had previously brought up that the Board come up with a "What went right and what went wrong?" and hopes that the Board still supports this. He mentioned another Change Order regarding for a shingle change that took months to get approved. He hopes the Board will support this as they move forward to other projects without knowing where mistakes were made. Mr. Ballantine commented that they' Il take some time to do that. The vote was 4-0-1 With Mr. Ballantine, Mr. MacAskill, Mr. Ford and Mr. McManus voting, aye, Mr. Howell abstained by roll call.” (Motion: MacAskill)
The Board approve Phase 2 Contract 2 Sewer Construction Change Order #3 with RJV Construction Corporation for $74,170.00 as presented and authorize the Chairman to sign
That the Board approve Phase 2 Contract 2 Sewer Construction Change Order #3 with RJV Construction Corporation for $74,170.00 as presented and authorize the Chairman to sign
The minutes give the count (4-0-1) and name Larry Ballantine, Michael MacAskill, Stephen Ford, Edward McManus and Donald Howell, but the names and count do not match the members present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that the Board approve Phase 2 Contract 2 Sewer Construction Change Order #3 with RJV Construction Corporation for $74,170.00 as presented and authorize the Chairman to sign, 2nd by Mr. McManus Mr. Ryder added that it's actually Change Order #2 and he had put #3 by mistake. Town Administrator Powers added a correction on the last vote. The last vote was actually 4-0-1 not 4- Mr. MacAskill's comment before the vote, he echoed his last comments for this contract as well, and the only reason he is voting for that is because he doesn't want to hold this up any longer than it's already been held up. The motion was approved, the vote 4-0-1 with Mr. Ballantine, Mr. MacAskill, Mr. Ford and Mr. McManus voting aye and Mr. Howell abstaining at roll call.” (Motion: MacAskill)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to adjourn, 2nd by Mr. Howell. The vote 5-0-0 with Mr. Ballantine, Mr. Howell, Mr. McManus, Mr. MacAskill and Mr. Ford voting aye at roll call.” (Motion: Ballantine, 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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