MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
December 6, 2021
14 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson, Donald Howell
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Donald Howell joined the meeting late ("Mr. Howell joined the meeting late"); MassVoter counts him from the return to open session.
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session
To enter into Executive Session
The minutes name Donald Howell as the seconder, but Donald Howell had not yet arrived at this point, so no seconder is shown. Donald Howell had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to enter into Executive Session, 2nd by Mr. Howell. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson)
Approve the Consent Agenda as presented
To approve the Consent Agenda as presented
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine. Town Administrator Powers noted that under season estimation, staff recommended that the town's number go from 30,000 to 35,000 due to the activity over the years. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Appoint Meggan Eldredge Compliance Officer for the Harwich Accessibility Rights Committee
To appoint Meggan Eldredge Compliance Officer for the Harwich Accessibility Rights Committee
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to appoint Meggan Eldredge Compliance Officer for the Harwich Accessibility Rights Committee, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Mr. Ballantine offered a caution that some of the charge comes directly from the statute. He is not sure how much flexibility they have. Town Administrator Powers replied that the ADA Compliance Officer once that position is appointed, they notify the state and they become the primary point contact. Ms. Eldredge would be the person validating with the state if we are going in the right direct or should expand the charge. This appointment helps assure that we are in compliance with that. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Kavanagh)
Vote to approve a remote participation request for David Harris a member of Planning Board
To vote to approve a remote participation request for David Harris a member of Planning Board
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to vote to approve a remote participation request for David Harris a member of Planning Board, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Vote to send a letter of recommendation for Mid Cape Church Homes
To vote to send a letter of recommendation for Mid Cape Church Homes
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to vote to send a letter of recommendation for Mid Cape Church Homes, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Affirm the Town Administrator's appointment of Robert Piccirilli as ) presented
To affirm the Town Administrator's appointment of Robert Piccirilli as ) presented
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to affirm the Town Administrator's appointment of Robert Piccirilli as ) presented, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Vote ti approve the high definition Cable Channel Designation
To vote ti approve the high definition Cable Channel Designation
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to vote ti approve the high definition Cable Channel Designation, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine. Note 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Approve the 2022 Annual off premise, wine and malt liquor licenses as presented
To approve the 2022 Annual off premise, wine and malt liquor licenses as presented
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to approve the 2022 Annual off premise, wine and malt liquor licenses as presented, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Approve the 2022 Annual off premise all alcohol liquor licenses as presented
To approve the 2022 Annual off premise all alcohol liquor licenses as presented
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to approve the 2022 Annual off premise all alcohol liquor licenses as presented, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Approve the 2022 Annual, non-premise wine & malt liquor licenses as presented
To approve the 2022 Annual, non-premise wine & malt liquor licenses as presented
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to approve the 2022 Annual, non-premise wine & malt liquor licenses as presented, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Approve 2022 Annual, on premise all alcohol liquor licenses as presented
To approve 2022 Annual, on premise all alcohol liquor licenses as presented
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Mary Anderson and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to approve 2022 Annual, on premise all alcohol liquor licenses as presented, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Mr. Ballantine mentioned the letter they received from Chief Guillemette. He presumes that the licenses go forward and that the Board will have to monitor those actions in the further. They have to approve the licenses and the rest will come up later. Town Administrator Powers commented that what is listed in the memorandum are potential violations. The hearings have been held and the Board will be set to take action December 14th. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Accept the withdrawal notice of the sole bidder and cancel the Request for Proposal for 5 Bells neck Road
To accept the withdrawal notice of the sole bidder and cancel the Request for Proposal for 5 Bells neck Road
The minutes give only the count (4-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to accept the withdrawal notice of the sole bidder and cancel the Request for Proposal for 5 Bells neck Road, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 4:1 with Mr. Howell voting Nay. Motion carried.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Vote to direct the Town Administrator to prepare an RFP for 5 Bells Neck Road that includes a restriction for historical preservation of the exterior, and a value equal to or derived from the...
To vote to direct the Town Administrator to prepare an RFP for 5 Bells Neck Road that includes a restriction for historical preservation of the exterior, and a value equal to or derived from the assessed value of the property
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to vote to direct the Town Administrator to prepare an RFP for 5 Bells Neck Road that includes a restriction for historical preservation of the exterior, and a value equal to or derived from the assessed value of the property 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Mr. MacAskill asked if the Town Administrator needed a value or can they agree that it is the land value. Town Administrator Powers replied that any statement like that is helpful. What he's looking for is potentially a list. Mr. Howell commented that if there is a minimum bid, it should be stated in the RFP. Mr. MacAskill feels the value should be the land value, the Assessor's card. Mr. Howell asked if there's any value to doing this with a conference so everyone's on the same page. Town Administrator Powers said that could but it would be an RFP not a bid and explained the difference. They could mandate that any questions be shared with everybody etc. etc. He added that they would have done that had other bidders been involved in this process. Vote 5:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to adjourn, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 5:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
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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