MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
April 5, 2021
17 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Larry Ballantine, Donald Howell, Michael MacAskill, Edward McManus
Absent: Stephen Ford
Every vote, in order
Authorize and chair to sign
To authorize and chair to sign
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to authorize and chair to sign. Seconded by Mr. Howell Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They open the public hearing for Ember Pizza
That they open the public hearing for Ember Pizza
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they open the public hearing for Ember Pizza. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Roll Call Vote: Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They continue the public hearing for Ember Pizza until Monday, April 12, 2021 at 5:30 pm
That they continue the public hearing for Ember Pizza until Monday, April 12, 2021 at 5:30 pm
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they continue the public hearing for Ember Pizza until Monday, April 12, 2021 at 5:30 pm. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Council for Ember Pizza requested to be heard. Mr. Powers said that it was advised that they just vote on the matter to continue and not engage in any discussions or deliberations. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They open the public hearing for Port Restaurant and Bar
That they open the public hearing for Port Restaurant and Bar
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they open the public hearing for Port Restaurant and Bar. Seconded by Mr. McManus. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
They continue the public hearing Port Restaurant and Bar until Monday, April 12, 2021, no earlier than 5:35 pm
That they continue the public hearing Port Restaurant and Bar until Monday, April 12, 2021, no earlier than 5:35 pm
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they continue the public hearing Port Restaurant and Bar until Monday, April 12, 2021, no earlier than 5:35 pm. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Roll Call Vote: Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They open the public hearing and read the hearing notification. "Notice is hereby given under Chapter 138 of the General Laws as amended that application has been made to this Board for a transfer...
That they open the public hearing and read the hearing notification. "Notice is hereby given under Chapter 138 of the General Laws as amended that application has been made to this Board for a transfer of the Annual, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages License now held by Lepinay, Inc. DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager, to Cranberry Liquors at Harwich Port, LLC DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich Port, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager, on the following described premises located at 555 Route 28, Harwich Port, MA: Large room with walk-in cooler, small office, bathroom entrances at front and rear of building and a full basement downstairs. The Board of Selectmen will hold a hearing on the application on Monday, April 5, 2021, no earlier than 6:30 P.M., remotely via Go to Meeting, at which time all interested parties are cordially invited to dial in. Dial in information will be posted on the Board of Selectmen's agenda, and as advertised in the Cape Cod Times, March 16, 2021."
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they open the public hearing and read the hearing notification. "Notice is hereby given under Chapter 138 of the General Laws as amended that application has been made to this Board for a transfer of the Annual, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages License now held by Lepinay, Inc. DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager, to Cranberry Liquors at Harwich Port, LLC DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich Port, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager, on the following described premises located at 555 Route 28, Harwich Port, MA: Large room with walk-in cooler, small office, bathroom entrances at front and rear of building and a full basement downstairs. The Board of Selectmen will hold a hearing on the application on Monday, April 5, 2021, no earlier than 6:30 P.M., remotely via Go to Meeting, at which time all interested parties are cordially invited to dial in. Dial in information will be posted on the Board of Selectmen's agenda, and as advertised in the Cape Cod Times, March 16, 2021." Seconded by Mr. Howell. Roll Call Vote: Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They close the public hearing
That they close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they close the public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Roll Call Vote: Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They approve the transfer of the Annual, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages License, now held by Lepinay, Inc. DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager,...
That they approve the transfer of the Annual, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages License, now held by Lepinay, Inc. DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager, to Cranberry Liquors at Harwich Port, LLC DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the transfer of the Annual, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages License, now held by Lepinay, Inc. DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, Harwich, MA, Joseph V. Della Morte, Manager, to Cranberry Liquors at Harwich Port, LLC DBA Cranberry Liquors, 555 Route 28, as presented. Seconded by Mr. McManus. Mr. Howell said that he had hoped to have on the record the Police Chief's report. Chief David Guillemette stated that his memo is in the packet, and they have no issue with this transfer. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
They approve the one-day Entertainment License for Harwich Inn and Tavern, at 77 Route 28, for Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M., Outside
That they approve the one-day Entertainment License for Harwich Inn and Tavern, at 77 Route 28, for Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M., Outside
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the one-day Entertainment License for Harwich Inn and Tavern, at 77 Route 28, for Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M., Outside Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. Powers said it has been reviewed by staff and there are no objections. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They approve the 2021 Seasonal Common Victuallers License Renewals for items 1 through 8, as stated above
That they approve the 2021 Seasonal Common Victuallers License Renewals for items 1 through 8, as stated above
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the 2021 Seasonal Common Victuallers License Renewals for items 1 through 8, as stated above. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr..MacAskill asked about why there were so many pending Building Department approval? Ms. Eldredge spoke about Wequassett, and said that they had needed to reschedule. Mr. Powers said that administration staff were working with the building commissioner to schedule these and that it is just a matter of prioritizing them, as they come in. Roll Call Vote: Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They approve the 2021 Seasonal Weekday and Sunday Entertainment License Renewal for Go Carts, Hall Karts, Inc., 9 Sisson Road, with any previous conditions
That they approve the 2021 Seasonal Weekday and Sunday Entertainment License Renewal for Go Carts, Hall Karts, Inc., 9 Sisson Road, with any previous conditions
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the 2021 Seasonal Weekday and Sunday Entertainment License Renewal for Go Carts, Hall Karts, Inc., 9 Sisson Road, with any previous conditions. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They approve the Wequassett Inn LLP DBA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, 2173 Route 28, Weekday: 12PM12AM inside, 12PM-10PM outside
That they approve the Wequassett Inn LLP DBA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, 2173 Route 28, Weekday: 12PM12AM inside, 12PM-10PM outside. Sunday: 12PM-12AM inside, 12PM-10PM outside, pending Building Department approval and any previous restrictions
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the Wequassett Inn LLP DBA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, 2173 Route 28, Weekday: 12PM12AM inside, 12PM-10PM outside. Sunday: 12PM-12AM inside, 12PM-10PM outside, pending Building Department approval and any previous restrictions. Seconded by Mr. Howell Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ballantine - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They approve the 2021 Seasonal Innholders License Renewal for Wequassett Inn LLP DBA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, 2173 Route 28, pending Building Department approval and any previous restrictions
That they approve the 2021 Seasonal Innholders License Renewal for Wequassett Inn LLP DBA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, 2173 Route 28, pending Building Department approval and any previous restrictions
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the 2021 Seasonal Innholders License Renewal for Wequassett Inn LLP DBA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, 2173 Route 28, pending Building Department approval and any previous restrictions. Seconded by Mr. McManus. Roll Call Vote: Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: McManus)
They approve the 2021 Annual Common Victuallers License Renewal for Cape Roots Market & Café LLC DBA - Cape Roots Market & Café, 557.Route 28, Harwich Port
That they approve the 2021 Annual Common Victuallers License Renewal for Cape Roots Market & Café LLC DBA - Cape Roots Market & Café, 557.Route 28, Harwich Port
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they approve the 2021 Annual Common Victuallers License Renewal for Cape Roots Market & Café LLC DBA - Cape Roots Market & Café, 557.Route 28, Harwich Port. Seconded by Mr-Howell, Roll Call Vote: Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They approve the vacation buyback for David LeBlanc, Fire Chief
That they approve the vacation buyback for David LeBlanc, Fire Chief
From the minutes
“Mr. McManus moved that they approve the vacation buyback for David LeBlanc, Fire Chief. Seconded by Mr. Howell, with discussion. Mr. Howell said that this is in no way anything against the Fire Chief, but he is concerned about starting a precedent, in terms of usage with COVID. The only caution he has, is that it is a bad look when people are out of work to monetize time not taken. He would say in the future, that there should be a request for the leave. Mr. Howell said that he will not object to this, he thinks it would be better in the future to exercise the use of a leave by requesting it. If the leave cannot be approved, then go this route. Mr. McManus said that throughout the employment agreements and contracts, it provides for employees to take leave, and it is important to do so, especially in the safety jobs. He said that every effort should be made to avail themselves of that time. Mr. MacAskill said that he agreed with what Mr. Howell said, and it is 1 contractual and he will vote for it, but it is something that should be looked at, and people should be taking their vacations. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: McManus, second: Howell)
They authorize the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen to execute Change Order #1 with Bowditch Excavating, Inc. for the Cranberry Valley Golf Course Clubhouse Entrance Landscape Improvement...
That they authorize the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen to execute Change Order #1 with Bowditch Excavating, Inc. for the Cranberry Valley Golf Course Clubhouse Entrance Landscape Improvement Project for $800.00
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved that they authorize the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen to execute Change Order #1 with Bowditch Excavating, Inc. for the Cranberry Valley Golf Course Clubhouse Entrance Landscape Improvement Project for $800.00. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Roll Call Vote: Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
They adjourn at 7:47 pm
That they adjourn at 7:47 pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved that they adjourn at 7:47 pm. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Howell - Aye, Mr. MacAskill - Aye, Mr. McManus - Aye, Mr. Ballantine - Aye. Motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
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