MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
June 13, 2022
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michael MacAskill, Mary Anderson, Larry Ballantine, Julie Kavanagh
Absent: Donald Howell
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to close the public hearing, 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Anderson)
Change the fee for Assessor abutter list to a flat fee of $50.00 as recommended by the Board of Assessors
To change the fee for Assessor abutter list to a flat fee of $50.00 as recommended by the Board of Assessors
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to change the fee for Assessor abutter list to a flat fee of $50.00 as recommended by the Board of Assessors, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to close the public hearing, 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Anderson)
Maintain the residential permit fee at $160, increase non-resident permit fee from $225 to $270, increase Commercial MSW from $120 to $140 and increase C & D from $165 to $185 for FY23 disposal...
To maintain the residential permit fee at $160, increase non-resident permit fee from $225 to $270, increase Commercial MSW from $120 to $140 and increase C & D from $165 to $185 for FY23 disposal area fees
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to maintain the residential permit fee at $160, increase non-resident permit fee from $225 to $270, increase Commercial MSW from $120 to $140 and increase C & D from $165 to $185 for FY23 disposal area fees, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine and approved 4-0- 0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Ballantine)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to close the public hearing, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Approve the Stormwater Permit Application submitted by Eastward Companies Business Trust, Eastward MBT LLC, Trustee for subdivision located at 0 Orleans Road/Route 39; Assessors Map 63/C3 4-0-0
To approve the Stormwater Permit Application submitted by Eastward Companies Business Trust, Eastward MBT LLC, Trustee for subdivision located at 0 Orleans Road/Route 39; Assessors Map 63/C3 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to approve the Stormwater Permit Application submitted by Eastward Companies Business Trust, Eastward MBT LLC, Trustee for subdivision located at 0 Orleans Road/Route 39; Assessors Map 63/C3 4-0-0, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Approve the consent agenda as listed above
To approve the consent agenda as listed above
From the minutes
“Ms. KKavanagh moved to approve the consent agenda as listed above, 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Anderson)
Approve a One Day Wines and Malt Liquor license for Friends of the South Harwich Meeting House -270 - 260 Chatham Road - Event: June 18, 2022 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m
To approve a One Day Wines and Malt Liquor license for Friends of the South Harwich Meeting House -270 - 260 Chatham Road - Event: June 18, 2022 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve a One Day Wines and Malt Liquor license for Friends of the South Harwich Meeting House -270 - 260 Chatham Road - Event: June 18, 2022 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Anderson)
Approve a fee waiver for the Friends of South Harwich Meeting House for a One Day Wines and Malt Liquor License
To approve a fee waiver for the Friends of South Harwich Meeting House for a One Day Wines and Malt Liquor License
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve a fee waiver for the Friends of South Harwich Meeting House for a One Day Wines and Malt Liquor License, 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Anderson)
Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Transfers as approved by Finance Committee as presented
To approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Transfers as approved by Finance Committee as presented
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Transfers as approved by Finance Committee as presented, 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Anderson)
That, to ensure safe and appropriate celebrations and other activities for Town residents and visitors of all ages, and to allow such persons to enjoy our Town and its unique resources, the Select...
That, to ensure safe and appropriate celebrations and other activities for Town residents and visitors of all ages, and to allow such persons to enjoy our Town and its unique resources, the Select Board emphasizes the authority of Chief of Police under G.L. c.41 §98 and other laws to address public safety issues at Town beaches, including closing all or a portion of a Town beach as may be necessary and appropriate to maintain order and protect the public safety, and to confirm and approve the vote of the Recreation and Youth Commission in this regard; provided, however, that this vote shall in no way limit the authority of the Chief of Police to carry out all of the duties and responsibilities incumbent on him by law
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved that, to ensure safe and appropriate celebrations and other activities for Town residents and visitors of all ages, and to allow such persons to enjoy our Town and its unique resources, the Select Board emphasizes the authority of Chief of Police under G.L. c.41 §98 and other laws to address public safety issues at Town beaches, including closing all or a portion of a Town beach as may be necessary and appropriate to maintain order and protect the public safety, and to confirm and approve the vote of the Recreation and Youth Commission in this regard; provided, however, that this vote shall in no way limit the authority of the Chief of Police to carry out all of the duties and responsibilities incumbent on him by law, 2nd by Ms. Kavanagh and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Kavanagh)
Approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Human Service Grant contracts as presented
To approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Human Service Grant contracts as presented
Yes: Ballantine, Kavanagh, MacAskillAbstained: Anderson
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Human Service Grant contracts as presented, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine and approved 3-0-1 (Ms. Anderson abstained).” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Ballantine)
Authorize the Chair to execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Harwich and the Town of Orleans for the adult supportive day care program
To authorize the Chair to execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Harwich and the Town of Orleans for the adult supportive day care program
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to authorize the Chair to execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Harwich and the Town of Orleans for the adult supportive day care program, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Ballantine)
Approve the Amendment to extend and update the Grant Agreement between Town of Harwich and Cape Cod Community Media Center for public access
To approve the Amendment to extend and update the Grant Agreement between Town of Harwich and Cape Cod Community Media Center for public access
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve the Amendment to extend and update the Grant Agreement between Town of Harwich and Cape Cod Community Media Center for public access, 2nd by Mr. Ballantine and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Ballantine)
Adjourn the meeting of the Board of Selectmen
To adjourn the meeting of the Board of Selectmen
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to adjourn the meeting of the Board of Selectmen, 2nd by Ms. Anderson and approved 4-0-0.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: Anderson)
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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