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March 20, 2023
65 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Water/Wastewater Commission and the Water/Wastewater Commissioners. Only the Select Board's own votes are included.
Present: Michael MacAskill, Mary Anderson, Donald Howell, Larry Ballantine
Absent: Julie Kavanagh
Every vote, in order
Vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL 30A s21(a)(3) to discuss with respect to collective bargaining for all town unions if the Chair has determined that open session would have a...
To vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL 30A s21(a)(3) to discuss with respect to collective bargaining for all town unions if the Chair has determined that open session would have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining Police Patrol and Superior Police Unions
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL 30A s21(a)(3) to discuss with respect to collective bargaining for all town unions if the Chair has determined that open session would have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining Police Patrol and Superior Police Unions. Motion seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor by roll call. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell)
Approve the Consent Agenda as presented
To approve the Consent Agenda as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Vote to support the Wastewater Budget and Water Budgets as presented
To vote to support the Wastewater Budget and Water Budgets as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to support the Wastewater Budget and Water Budgets as presented, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve the Water Article on New Source Expiration Phase 2 with final language set by legal counsel
To approve the Water Article on New Source Expiration Phase 2 with final language set by legal counsel
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to approve the Water Article on New Source Expiration Phase 2 with final language set by legal counsel, seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Howell)
Support the FY24 Pavement Management Plan, subject to final language
To support the FY24 Pavement Management Plan, subject to final language
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to support the FY24 Pavement Management Plan, subject to final language, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Support the Article for FY24 Route 28 Water Main Replacement
To support the Article for FY24 Route 28 Water Main Replacement
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to support the Article for FY24 Route 28 Water Main Replacement, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Vote to place on the Warrant an Article currently known as 129 Route 28 Utility Easement
To vote to place on the Warrant an Article currently known as 129 Route 28 Utility Easement
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to place on the Warrant an Article currently known as 129 Route 28 Utility Easement, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Amend Chapter 300 of the General By-Laws relative to violations of the water restriction By-Laws and violation penalties and place it on the Warrant
To amend Chapter 300 of the General By-Laws relative to violations of the water restriction By-Laws and violation penalties and place it on the Warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to amend Chapter 300 of the General By-Laws relative to violations of the water restriction By-Laws and violation penalties and place it on the Warrant, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Support the Phase 3 East Harwich Collection System for 50 million dollars funded by Debt Exclusion
To support the Phase 3 East Harwich Collection System for 50 million dollars funded by Debt Exclusion
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to support the Phase 3 East Harwich Collection System for 50 million dollars funded by Debt Exclusion, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Anderson)
Support the Article currently known as West Harwich Route 28 Sewer Main Installation Project at 6.5 million dollars
To support the Article currently known as West Harwich Route 28 Sewer Main Installation Project at 6.5 million dollars
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to support the Article currently known as West Harwich Route 28 Sewer Main Installation Project at 6.5 million dollars, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
To, for the time being, remove the HR position from consideration this year at Town Meeting
To, for the time being, remove the HR position from consideration this year at Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to, for the time being, remove the HR position from consideration this year at Town Meeting, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve Article 4 as stated
To approve Article 4 as stated
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to approve Article 4 as stated, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Anderson)
Approve the proposed amendments to FY2024 Personnel Bylaw Compensation/Classification Tables as presented
To approve the proposed amendments to FY2024 Personnel Bylaw Compensation/Classification Tables as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the proposed amendments to FY2024 Personnel Bylaw Compensation/Classification Tables as presented, seconded by Ms. Anderson. The memorandum lays out the conservative proposal that he is presenting and the subsequent pages show what the changes would look like in the Classification and Compensation tables. It outlines wage adjustments with an adjustment to the base salary and then a COLA. What the Board is looking at is what they agreed to through negotiations with the collective bargaining associations. They will be relying upon money available from the 2022 Town Meeting, Article 4, Line 2. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Vote to request that the Community Preservation Committee reconsider their vote on the dollar amount to go to the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust from $250,000 to $500,000
To vote to request that the Community Preservation Committee reconsider their vote on the dollar amount to go to the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust from $250,000 to $500,000
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to vote to request that the Community Preservation Committee reconsider their vote on the dollar amount to go to the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust from $250,000 to $500,000, seconded by Mr. Howell. He noted that today he received notification as the chair of the Board of Trustees, that he has to provide a report of the status of funds that have been granted through CPC going back to inception of the Trust. He cannot report when it will be expended because they don't know. It's meant to be capital seed money. The way Harwich CPC treats funds for an Affordable Housing Trust funds are different from other communities. Mr. MacAskill commented that it may be time for a joint meeting between CPC, the Board of Selectmen and the Affordable Housing Trust. Mr. Howell commented that it is clear that the way the Trust document was constructed, the money comes into the Trust and only by a vote of the Trust can it be appropriated out for anything, There is no recapture. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Howell)
Approve to name Betty Clark MacLeavy as the Reporter of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Town of Harwich
To approve to name Betty Clark MacLeavy as the Reporter of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Town of Harwich
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve to name Betty Clark MacLeavy as the Reporter of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Town of Harwich, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Mr. Powers ecxplained that Ms. MacLeavy is the new Treasurer/Collector. As Town Administrator he is the recorder and someone in the finance role is the reporter of what the town did with the funds. Voter 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Place this Article in the Warrant with an estimated cost of $250,000 to be revisited next week
To place this Article in the Warrant with an estimated cost of $250,000 to be revisited next week
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to place this Article in the Warrant with an estimated cost of $250,000 to be revisited next week, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Place an Article to Reaffirm and Extend MGL C59 s5 c56
To place an Article to Reaffirm and Extend MGL C59 s5 c56
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to place an Article to Reaffirm and Extend MGL C59 s5 c56, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Support the Article
To support the Article
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to support the Article, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the document Articles placed on the 2023 Warrant needing BOS recommendations, as read
To accept and adopt the document Articles placed on the 2023 Warrant needing BOS recommendations, as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the document Articles placed on the 2023 Warrant needing BOS recommendations, as read. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Town Officers and Committees as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Town Officers and Committees as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Town Officers and Committees as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Elected Officials Salaries in the amount of $119,107 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Elected Officials Salaries in the amount of $119,107 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Elected Officials Salaries in the amount of $119,107 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Town Operating Budget in the estimated amount of $43,101,586 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Town Operating Budget in the estimated amount of $43,101,586 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Town Operating Budget in the estimated amount of $43,101,586 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Cape Cod Regional Vocational School District Budget with the estimated amount of $2,014,200 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Cape Cod Regional Vocational School District Budget with the estimated amount of $2,014,200 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Cape Cod Regional Vocational School District Budget with the estimated amount of $2,014,200 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Cape Cod Community Media Center with the estimated cost of $157,037, as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Cape Cod Community Media Center with the estimated cost of $157,037, as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Cape Cod Community Media Center with the estimated cost of $157,037, as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Items funded by the Cable Fund with the estimated amount of $47,222 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Items funded by the Cable Fund with the estimated amount of $47,222 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Items funded by the Cable Fund with the estimated amount of $47,222 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Child Care Stipend Support Program with an estimated cost of $250,000 as read, with a note that they are still working on the language
To accept and adopt the Article, Child Care Stipend Support Program with an estimated cost of $250,000 as read, with a note that they are still working on the language
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Child Care Stipend Support Program with an estimated cost of $250,000 as read, with a note that they are still working on the language, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Fund Technology Enhancements for Brooks Free Library with an estimated cost of $25,000 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Fund Technology Enhancements for Brooks Free Library with an estimated cost of $25,000 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Fund Technology Enhancements for Brooks Free Library with an estimated cost of $25,000 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Amend Cemetery Regulations as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Amend Cemetery Regulations as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Amend Cemetery Regulations as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt Article, MGL C41 s110a as read
To accept and adopt Article, MGL C41 s110a as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt Article, MGL C41 s110a as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt Article, Amendment to the agreement between the towns of Chatham and Harwich with respect to the formation of a regional school district as read
To accept and adopt Article, Amendment to the agreement between the towns of Chatham and Harwich with respect to the formation of a regional school district as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt Article, Amendment to the agreement between the towns of Chatham and Harwich with respect to the formation of a regional school district as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Mr. Howell asked if Chatham agreed as they have to accept the same Article. Mr. Powers replied that counsel had indicated that they have to pass the same document provided by the School Committee which they don't have yet but the school district will be providing it. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Chamber of Commerce Article, Promote the Town of Harwich with an estimated cost of $50,000 as read
To accept and adopt the Chamber of Commerce Article, Promote the Town of Harwich with an estimated cost of $50,000 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Chamber of Commerce Article, Promote the Town of Harwich with an estimated cost of $50,000 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Mr. MacAskill noted that the recommendation is to go from $35,000 to $50,000. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt Article, Supplemental Annual Allocation of Mass Cultural Counsel for local Cultural Council grants with an estimated cost of $4,000 as read
To accept and adopt Article, Supplemental Annual Allocation of Mass Cultural Counsel for local Cultural Council grants with an estimated cost of $4,000 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt Article, Supplemental Annual Allocation of Mass Cultural Counsel for local Cultural Council grants with an estimated cost of $4,000 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Defray the expense of the Chase Library and Harwich Port Library with an estimated cost of $20,000 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Defray the expense of the Chase Library and Harwich Port Library with an estimated cost of $20,000 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Defray the expense of the Chase Library and Harwich Port Library with an estimated cost of $20,000 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Annual Departmental Revolving Funds Authorization as read, noting the table in the Warrant
To accept and adopt the Article, Annual Departmental Revolving Funds Authorization as read, noting the table in the Warrant
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Annual Departmental Revolving Funds Authorization as read, noting the table in the Warrant..” (Motion: Howell)
Accept and adopt the Article, Annual Departmental Revolving Funds authorization
To accept and adopt the Article, Annual Departmental Revolving Funds authorization
The minutes give only the count (3-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to accept and adopt the Article, Annual Departmental Revolving Funds authorization, seconded by Mr. Ballantine. Vote 3:1 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Adopt and accept the Article, Herring Fisheries as read
To adopt and accept the Article, Herring Fisheries as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to adopt and accept the Article, Herring Fisheries as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Land Bank Debt Service in the estimated cost of $166,650 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Land Bank Debt Service in the estimated cost of $166,650 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Land Bank Debt Service in the estimated cost of $166,650 as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve $198,700, Historic Preservation Reserve $198,700, Community Housing Reserve $198,700, Administrative Expense $50,000 and...
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve $198,700, Historic Preservation Reserve $198,700, Community Housing Reserve $198,700, Administrative Expense $50,000 and undesignated fund anticipated $1,390,900, as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve $198,700, Historic Preservation Reserve $198,700, Community Housing Reserve $198,700, Administrative Expense $50,000 and undesignated fund anticipated $1,390,900, as read, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Herring River Land Preservation Project, estimated cost of $125,000 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Herring River Land Preservation Project, estimated cost of $125,000 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Herring River Land Preservation Project, estimated cost of $125,000 as read. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Lower Cape Housing Institute, estimated cost $7,500 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Lower Cape Housing Institute, estimated cost $7,500 as read
The minutes give only the count (3-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Ms. Anderson moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Lower Cape Housing Institute, estimated cost $7,500 as read. Seconded by Mr. Ballantine. Mr. Howell explained that towns from Provincetown to Harwich are all putting in an amount of money and he would like an explanation before he approves it. Vote 3:0:1 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Ballantine)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Brooks Academy Renovations estimated cost $690,000 as read
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Brooks Academy Renovations estimated cost $690,000 as read
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Brooks Academy Renovations estimated cost $690,000 as read. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Preservation of 203 Bank Street with an estimated cost of $350,00 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Preservation of 203 Bank Street with an estimated cost of $350,00 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Preservation of 203 Bank Street with an estimated cost of $350,00 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article , Community Preservation Act Oak Street Bike Path Crossing Lights with an estimated cost of $13,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article , Community Preservation Act Oak Street Bike Path Crossing Lights with an estimated cost of $13,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article , Community Preservation Act Oak Street Bike Path Crossing Lights with an estimated cost of $13,000 as written . Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Senior Softball Fields Restrooms with an estimated cost of $150,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Senior Softball Fields Restrooms with an estimated cost of $150,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Senior Softball Fields Restrooms with an estimated cost of $150,000 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Resurface Courts at Brooks Park with an estimated cost of $110,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Resurface Courts at Brooks Park with an estimated cost of $110,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Resurface Courts at Brooks Park with an estimated cost of $110,000 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Additional Funding Sand Pond Restroom Project with an estimated cost of $35,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Additional Funding Sand Pond Restroom Project with an estimated cost of $35,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Additional Funding Sand Pond Restroom Project with an estimated cost of $35,000 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Skinequit Pond Remediate Project with an estimated cost of $92,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Skinequit Pond Remediate Project with an estimated cost of $92,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act Skinequit Pond Remediate Project with an estimated cost of $92,000 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act War Memorials Project with an estimated cost of $256,282.40 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act War Memorials Project with an estimated cost of $256,282.40 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Community Preservation Act War Memorials Project with an estimated cost of $256,282.40 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan funded by Free Cash with an estimated amount of $4,886,151 as written and presented
To accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan funded by Free Cash with an estimated amount of $4,886,151 as written and presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan funded by Free Cash with an estimated amount of $4,886,151 as written and presented. Seconded by Ms. Anderson Mr. MacAskill noted that there are 16 projects that are listed in the Warrant. Adding a description line to the table had been discussed in a previous meeting. Mr. Powers commented that they have to be mindful of the language used and he does not want to give specificity to a level that has not been given in the past. He gave an example. Vote 4:0 in favor, Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell)
Accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan items Funded from Retained Earnings estimated in the amount of $775,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan items Funded from Retained Earnings estimated in the amount of $775,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan items Funded from Retained Earnings estimated in the amount of $775,000 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan Items Funded from Chapter 90 funds in the estimated amount of $700,000 as written
To accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan Items Funded from Chapter 90 funds in the estimated amount of $700,000 as written
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to accept and adopt the Article, Capital Outlay Plan Items Funded from Chapter 90 funds in the estimated amount of $700,000 as written. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Mr. Powers explained the administrative decision that was made this year to have the first $700,000 appear in the table under Free Cash, Project #10 and then use Chapter 90 funds. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Vote to accept the Liquor License Renewals pending their 2023 Fire Inspection reports, #1 through #6, as listed
To vote to accept the Liquor License Renewals pending their 2023 Fire Inspection reports, #1 through #6, as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to accept the Liquor License Renewals pending their 2023 Fire Inspection reports, #1 through #6, as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Vote to approve the Seasonal off-premise liquor license as listed
To vote to approve the Seasonal off-premise liquor license as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to approve the Seasonal off-premise liquor license as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve the Change of Manager Application as listed
To approve the Change of Manager Application as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to approve the Change of Manager Application as listed. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Howell)
Vote to approve the 2023 Seasonal Common Victualler's license renewals as listed
To vote to approve the 2023 Seasonal Common Victualler's license renewals as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Ballantine moved to vote to approve the 2023 Seasonal Common Victualler's license renewals as listed. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Ballantine, second: Howell)
Vote to approve the Weekday and Sunday 2023 Seasonal Amusement license renewals as listed
To vote to approve the Weekday and Sunday 2023 Seasonal Amusement license renewals as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to approve the Weekday and Sunday 2023 Seasonal Amusement license renewals as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Vote to approve the 2023 Inn holders license renewal was listed
To vote to approve the 2023 Inn holders license renewal was listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to vote to approve the 2023 Inn holders license renewal was listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve #1 The Lucky Labrador, request as listed
To approve #1 The Lucky Labrador, request as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve #1 The Lucky Labrador, request as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve the request by Port Restaurant and Bar d/b/ The Port 541 Route 28 with the changes as follows based on the 2022 approval: Weekdays: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. inside recorded/live music,...
To approve the request by Port Restaurant and Bar d/b/ The Port 541 Route 28 with the changes as follows based on the 2022 approval: Weekdays: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. inside recorded/live music, amplification 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside television, background music only, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside live performers un-amplified and Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. inside live/recorded music amplification 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside television and background music only 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside live un-amplified music
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the request by Port Restaurant and Bar d/b/ The Port 541 Route 28 with the changes as follows based on the 2022 approval: Weekdays: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. inside recorded/live music, amplification 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside television, background music only, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside live performers un-amplified and Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. inside live/recorded music amplification 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside television and background music only 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside live un-amplified music Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor, Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve #3 Wychmere Harbor Functions Lp, request as listed
To approve #3 Wychmere Harbor Functions Lp, request as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve #3 Wychmere Harbor Functions Lp, request as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve the temporary closure of WFS Restaurant Group d/b/a Red River BBQ located at 787 Route 28 to reopen no later than May 1, 2023
To approve the temporary closure of WFS Restaurant Group d/b/a Red River BBQ located at 787 Route 28 to reopen no later than May 1, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the temporary closure of WFS Restaurant Group d/b/a Red River BBQ located at 787 Route 28 to reopen no later than May 1, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Mr. Howell asked what the time frame will be for the closure. Mr. MacAskill understands that it is only for a couple of weeks. Cindy Williams spoke with the new owner who gave a goal date of April Sth. Mr. MacAskill suggested they add "no later than May Ist. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve a Special Permit request as listed
To approve a Special Permit request as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve a Special Permit request as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve the Special Permit request as listed
To approve the Special Permit request as listed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the Special Permit request as listed. Seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
Approve a new 2023 Seasonal Entertainment license for Pelham on Earle Operating LLC d/b/a Pelham on Earle - 30 Earle Road Weekdays: Inside from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Jukebox, radio, television,...
To approve a new 2023 Seasonal Entertainment license for Pelham on Earle Operating LLC d/b/a Pelham on Earle - 30 Earle Road Weekdays: Inside from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Jukebox, radio, television, dancing by patrons & live performers, live/recorded music, amplification Outside from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. un-amplified music Sunday: From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. inside with Jukebox, radio, television, dancing by patrons & live performers, live/recorded music and amplification . From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside with un-amplified performances
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve a new 2023 Seasonal Entertainment license for Pelham on Earle Operating LLC d/b/a Pelham on Earle - 30 Earle Road Weekdays: Inside from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Jukebox, radio, television, dancing by patrons & live performers, live/recorded music, amplification Outside from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. un-amplified music Sunday: From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. inside with Jukebox, radio, television, dancing by patrons & live performers, live/recorded music and amplification . From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. outside with un-amplified performances. Seconded by Mr. Ballantine. Mr. Howell noted that each request is different because of where it is and who it effects. With those close to residential areas, they try to consistently balance their right to operate against people's rights to peace and quiet. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Ballantine)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to adjourn, seconded by Ms. Anderson. Vote 4:0 in favor. Motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howell, second: Anderson)
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