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December 16, 2024
13 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Finance Committee. Only the Select Board's own votes are included.
Present: Julie Kavanagh, Jeffrey Handler, Peter Piekarski, Michael MacAskill, Donald Howell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session as presented
To enter into Executive Session as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to enter into Executive Session as presented. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the appointment of Elijah Beasley to Student Officer, as recommended by the Police Chief, effective January 13, 2025
To approve the appointment of Elijah Beasley to Student Officer, as recommended by the Police Chief, effective January 13, 2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the appointment of Elijah Beasley to Student Officer, as recommended by the Police Chief, effective January 13, 2025. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: MacAskill)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes for December 2, 2024
To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes for December 2, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes for December 2, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Include Article 28 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To include Article 28 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to include Article 28 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mtr. Handler. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski)
Approve the changes to Cranberry Valley Golf Course Rates and Fees as recommended by the Golf Director
To approve the changes to Cranberry Valley Golf Course Rates and Fees as recommended by the Golf Director
Yes: Handler, Kavanagh, MacAskill, PiekarskiNo: Howell
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the changes to Cranberry Valley Golf Course Rates and Fees as recommended by the Golf Director. Seconded by Mr. Handler. Mr. Howell commented that Mr. Greer and the Committee have done a really good job but for him, part of the discussion is not just what the fees are relative to what other towns are doing but also what they are using the money for, which Mr. Greer has nothing to do with. He stated that he will wind up voting against this to make the point that he has been asking for 6 months for the information about what goes into that Special Purpose Fund and he hasn't gotten an answer. Mr. Greer pointed out that there is some information on that in the packet. Mr. Howell commented that he is looking for a 5 year trajectory that shows how it has been used. He emphasized that Mr. Greer has done a really good job and it is not a reflection on anything they have done. Ms. Kavanagh commented that the Board is going to get that information. Vote: 4:1 in favor with Mr. Howell against. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Handler)
Approve the 2025 Auto Annual licenses as presented
To approve the 2025 Auto Annual licenses as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the 2025 Auto Annual licenses as presented. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve a 2025 Annual Innholders license renewal for Round Cove Resorts d/b/a Wequassett Resort, 2173 Route 28
To approve a 2025 Annual Innholders license renewal for Round Cove Resorts d/b/a Wequassett Resort, 2173 Route 28
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve a 2025 Annual Innholders license renewal for Round Cove Resorts d/b/a Wequassett Resort, 2173 Route 28. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Ms. Kavanagh asked if there was anyone from Wequasset who wished to speak. Mr. Howell pointed out that originally they were lead to believe that there would be continuity from the old organization to this. He noted that there was someone there from Wequassset but not the lead manager. Jenna Barker, Assistant to Operating Manager Gary Thulander was present. Mr. Howell commented that to the extent that things are changing, he would like to have somebody in front of him that he can see it pertains to. Ms. Barker asked Mr. Howell how they may remedy that for him. Mr. Howell replied that he will vote for it now but ultimately they all live in the same town and are trying to serve the same population in a positive way. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the 2025 Annual Common Victualler license renewals as presented
To approve the 2025 Annual Common Victualler license renewals as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the 2025 Annual Common Victualler license renewals as presented. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the 2025 Annual Entertainment license renewals as presented
To approve the 2025 Annual Entertainment license renewals as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the 2025 Annual Entertainment license renewals as presented. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. Howell noted that there is a substantive difference between who might be caused distress over sound emanating from a property and that this is different because they don't have any abutters that these would effect. He commented that the public needs to understand that they are taking these circumstances one by one. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the Change of Manager Application for Round Cove Resort Beverage LLC d/b/a Wequassett, 2171 Route 28
To approve the Change of Manager Application for Round Cove Resort Beverage LLC d/b/a Wequassett, 2171 Route 28. New Manager of Record:Gary Thulander
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to approve the Change of Manager Application for Round Cove Resort Beverage LLC d/b/a Wequassett, 2171 Route 28. New Manager of Record:Gary Thulander. Seconded by Mr. Handler. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Handler)
Approve a contract for financial services and consulting with Eric Kinsherf, CPA, LLC as written
To approve a contract for financial services and consulting with Eric Kinsherf, CPA, LLC as written
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Julie Kavanagh, Jeffrey Handler, Peter Piekarski, Michael MacAskill and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve a contract for financial services and consulting with Eric Kinsherf, CPA, LLC as written. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. Piekarski asked if, because of the dollar amount, this would need to go through Procurement. Mr. Powers replied that the Town had the right to extend the contract. It was initially procured and the extension is allowed. Vote: 4:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
They confirm the purchase for the amount specified to the parties specified and the funding source
That they confirm the purchase for the amount specified to the parties specified and the funding source
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Julie Kavanagh, Jeffrey Handler, Peter Piekarski, Michael MacAskill and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved that they confirm the purchase for the amount specified to the parties specified and the funding source. Seconded by Mr. Handler. Mr. Piekarski asked if it was Article 22. Mr. Powers replied that it was confirmed. Vote: 4:0 in favor, Motion carried.” (Motion: Howell, second: Handler)
Adjourned
To adjourned
The minutes say 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (Julie Kavanagh, Jeffrey Handler, Peter Piekarski, Michael MacAskill and Donald Howell). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to adjourned. Seconded by Mr. Handler. Vote: 4:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Howell, second: Handler)
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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