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April 7, 2025
18 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Community Preservation Committee. Only the Select Board's own votes are included.
Present: Jeffrey Handler, Michael MacAskill, Peter Piekarski, Julie Kavanagh, 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. MaeAskill. nN Vote: 5:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: MacAskill)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes from March 24, 2025
To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes from March 24, 2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes from March 24, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Accept a gift in the amount of $10,000 from Timothy Ritchie for the purpose of rebuilding the stairs to access Jenkins Beach on Walther Road
To accept a gift in the amount of $10,000 from Timothy Ritchie for the purpose of rebuilding the stairs to access Jenkins Beach on Walther Road
Yes: Handler, Kavanagh, MacAskill, PiekarskiNo: Howell
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to accept a gift in the amount of $10,000 from Timothy Ritchie for the purpose of rebuilding the stairs to access Jenkins Beach on Walther Road. Seconded by Mr. Piekarski. Mr. Howell noted that he would have preferred to have something in the packet that confirms the Ritchie's desire to shift the money from one place to another. Mr. Piekarski commented that he appreciated Mr. Sutphin's passion on the subject and that this is a disagreement on an interpretation. He added that the emails received by the Board did not impact his decision. Mr. Piekarski noted that the Conservation Commission did not opine on the stairs, they opined on the letter. He commented that he is comfortable with and appreciates the donation. He also would've preferred an updated letter. Mr. Piekarski noted that it is right and appropriate for the Town to pay for everything but he also appreciates the donation. Ms. Kavanagh commented that this belongs in front of Conservation. She also noted that it was a generous gift and she is not opposed to it being used for a site plan or whatever is needed to get t his issue before Conservation. Vote: 4:1 in favor with Mr. Howell opposed. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Piekarski)
Open the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To open the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to open the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Accept and adopt Article 54: Annual Departmental Revolving Funds Authorization in the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To accept and adopt Article 54: Annual Departmental Revolving Funds Authorization in the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Yes: Handler, Kavanagh, MacAskillNo: Howell, Piekarski
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to accept and adopt Article 54: Annual Departmental Revolving Funds Authorization in the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Ms. Kavanagh. Mr. Howell commented that the Town is spending too much money through revolving accounts that should be done through the general fund. He stated that he will be voting against this and wants to be sure all Board members are making the same commitment in this meeting, that they have in the past, that their intention is that they are going to fix this next year. He noted that they have used 204 Sisson as an example and they know how much should be in a regular budget as every other municipal building is for operation. He commented that there shouldn't be over a million dollars worth of funds that the program people access directly. Vote: 3:2 in favor with Mr. Howell and Mr. Piekarski opposed. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Kavanagh)
Close the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To close the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to close the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)
Reopen the Public Hearing
To reopen the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to reopen the Public Hearing. Seconded by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Howell, second: Kavanagh)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to close the Public Hearing. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)
Vote to approve a Chapter 138, Section 12 all alcohol liquor license transfer for B&N Company, LLC d/b/a Dive, Dine & Drink, 986 Route 28 as presented
To vote to approve a Chapter 138, Section 12 all alcohol liquor license transfer for B&N Company, LLC d/b/a Dive, Dine & Drink, 986 Route 28 as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to vote to approve a Chapter 138, Section 12 all alcohol liquor license transfer for B&N Company, LLC d/b/a Dive, Dine & Drink, 986 Route 28 as presented. Seconded by Ms. Kavanagh. Mr. Handler noted that the Police Department had no objection. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Kavanagh)
Approve a Special Permit Application for a one-day wines & malt permit for Cindy Ennes, event to be held on May 2, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at 204 Sisson Road
To approve a Special Permit Application for a one-day wines & malt permit for Cindy Ennes, event to be held on May 2, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at 204 Sisson Road
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve a Special Permit Application for a one-day wines & malt permit for Cindy Ennes, event to be held on May 2, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at 204 Sisson Road. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve a Special Permit application for a one-day wines & malt permit for Cape Cod Rugby, events to be held on May 3, 2025 & May 10, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., at 75 Oak Street with the...
To approve a Special Permit application for a one-day wines & malt permit for Cape Cod Rugby, events to be held on May 3, 2025 & May 10, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., at 75 Oak Street with the approval of the Rec & Youth Commission
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve a Special Permit application for a one-day wines & malt permit for Cape Cod Rugby, events to be held on May 3, 2025 & May 10, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., at 75 Oak Street with the approval of the Rec & Youth Commission. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. MacAskill asked if the Rec & Youth Commission had signed off on this event since they control the field and there will be alcohol. Mr. Powers noted that the Rec & Youth staff did sign off on the application. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the following 2025 seasonal on-premise liquor license renewal:1
To approve the following 2025 seasonal on-premise liquor license renewal:1. Ashwood Food Service, d/b/a Jake's at Cranberry Valley, 183 Oak Street-pending a passing fire inspection
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the following 2025 seasonal on-premise liquor license renewal:1. Ashwood Food Service, d/b/a Jake's at Cranberry Valley, 183 Oak Street-pending a passing fire inspection. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. Powers noted that the Fire Inspection had been completed. Vote: 5:0 in favor.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the following 2025 Seasonal Common Victualler license renewal: 1
To approve the following 2025 Seasonal Common Victualler license renewal: 1. Pelham on Earle Operating LLC, d/b/a Pelham on Earle, 30 Earle Road
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the following 2025 Seasonal Common Victualler license renewal: 1. Pelham on Earle Operating LLC, d/b/a Pelham on Earle, 30 Earle Road Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Sundae School IC Holding LLC d/b/a Sundae School Ice Cream, 606 Route 28
Sundae School IC Holding LLC d/b/a Sundae School Ice Cream, 606 Route 28
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Sundae School IC Holding LLC d/b/a Sundae School Ice Cream, 606 Route 28 Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (second: Howell)
Approve the following 2025 Amusement license renewals: 1
To approve the following 2025 Amusement license renewals: 1. Hall Karts, Inc d/b/a Buds Go-Karts, 9 Sisson Road
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to approve the following 2025 Amusement license renewals: 1. Hall Karts, Inc d/b/a Buds Go-Karts, 9 Sisson Road Seconded by Mr. Howell. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the following 2025 Seasonal Entertainment license renewals: 1
To to approve the following 2025 Seasonal Entertainment license renewals: 1. Pelham on Earle Operating LLC, d/b/a Pelham on Earle, 30 Earle Road Weekday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. outside Dancing by live performers, live/recorded music, amplification system Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. outside Dancing by live performers, live/recorded music, amplification system
From the minutes
“Mr. Piekarski moved to to approve the following 2025 Seasonal Entertainment license renewals: 1. Pelham on Earle Operating LLC, d/b/a Pelham on Earle, 30 Earle Road Weekday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. outside Dancing by live performers, live/recorded music, amplification system Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. outside Dancing by live performers, live/recorded music, amplification system Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. MacAskill noted one change in the time of an hour earlier, 11:00AM instead of noon. He also noted that the Board has not received any complaints from that location. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Piekarski, second: Howell)
Approve the contract with Waterworks Consulting, LLC with the following revisions: strike the outside services and subcontractors to reflect cost, remove plus 10% and strike play 10% under...
To approve the contract with Waterworks Consulting, LLC with the following revisions: strike the outside services and subcontractors to reflect cost, remove plus 10% and strike play 10% under Expenses on the Municipal Fee Schedule page as part of the contract for Waterworks Consulting, LLC
From the minutes
“Ms. Kavanagh moved to approve the contract with Waterworks Consulting, LLC with the following revisions: strike the outside services and subcontractors to reflect cost, remove plus 10% and strike play 10% under Expenses on the Municipal Fee Schedule page as part of the contract for Waterworks Consulting, LLC. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: Kavanagh, second: MacAskill)
Recess Open Session to enter into Executive Session
To recess Open Session to enter into Executive Session
From the minutes
“Mr. MacAskill moved to recess Open Session to enter into Executive Session. Seconded by Ms. Kavanagh. Vote: 5:0 in favor. Motion carried.” (Motion: MacAskill, 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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