Harwich Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Joint meeting

January 24, 2022

2 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Real Estate and Open Space Committee. Only the Select Board's own votes are included.

Present: Michael MacAskill, Julie Kavanagh, Larry Ballantine, Donald Howell, Mary Anderson

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Hide procedural votes (adjourning, waiving the rules, taking items together)

Approve the Consent Agenda as presented

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Consent Agenda as presented

From the minutes

“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, 2nd by Mr. Howell Chief David Guillemette spoke about Robert Hadfield and gave a history of his service and accomplishments. Mr. Howell complimented Officer Hadfield and mentioned how much he'd be missed. Mr. Ballantine also applauded Mr. Hadfield's dedication. Ms. Kavanagh offered more compliments and thanked him for his service. Mr. MacAskill noted their friendship and thanked Officer Hadfield for everything he has done for this town. Chief Guillemette spoke of the promotion from patrolman to sergeant and the process involved. He recommended Officer Pete Patel to be promoted to Sergeant. Ms. Kavanagh offered her congratulations. Mr. Howell offered a story about Officer Patel and commented that he couldn't think of a better choice. Ms. Anderson offered her congratulations. Mr. MacAskill offered his congratulations. Vote 5:0 in favor by roll call. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Kavanagh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn

From the minutes

“Mr. Ballantine moved to adjourn, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote 5:0 by roll call.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Kavanagh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

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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