MassVoter.com← Harwich Select BoardHarwich Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
July 27, 2026
21 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Peter Piekarski, Mark Kelleher, Jeffrey Handler, Anita Doucette, Donald Howell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the consent agenda as presented, with a thank you to Rose Vella for the gift to the Community Center, a thank you to Sophia Piling for her time on the Conservation Commission and that...
To approve the consent agenda as presented, with a thank you to Rose Vella for the gift to the Community Center, a thank you to Sophia Piling for her time on the Conservation Commission and that Eversource will leave the property where work is proposed in better condition than they found it
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve the consent agenda as presented, with a thank you to Rose Vella for the gift to the Community Center, a thank you to Sophia Piling for her time on the Conservation Commission and that Eversource will leave the property where work is proposed in better condition than they found it, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve the revised Harbor Management Plan fine schedule, contingent upon confirmation from Town Counsel that the proper approval process has been followed
To approve the revised Harbor Management Plan fine schedule, contingent upon confirmation from Town Counsel that the proper approval process has been followed
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to approve the revised Harbor Management Plan fine schedule, contingent upon confirmation from Town Counsel that the proper approval process has been followed, 2nd by Mr. Kelleher and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Howell, second: Kelleher)
Pursuant to the vote taken under Article 12 of the October 18, 2021 Special Town Meeting, to convey to the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust Fund a 2-acre parcel located off Pleasant Lake Avenue,...
That pursuant to the vote taken under Article 12 of the October 18, 2021 Special Town Meeting, to convey to the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust Fund a 2-acre parcel located off Pleasant Lake Avenue, which parcel is identified as Assessor's Parcel 82- R5 and described in an Order of Taking recorded with the Barnstable Registry of Deeds in Book 37419, Page 22, for affordable housing purposes
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved that pursuant to the vote taken under Article 12 of the October 18, 2021 Special Town Meeting, to convey to the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust Fund a 2-acre parcel located off Pleasant Lake Avenue, which parcel is identified as Assessor's Parcel 82- R5 and described in an Order of Taking recorded with the Barnstable Registry of Deeds in Book 37419, Page 22, for affordable housing purposes, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0- 0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Name TD Equipment Finance as the awarded Lessor for the Cranberry Golf Course turf equipment fleet and authorize the Town of Harwich to enter into the lease at a tax exempt rate of 4.23% over 60...
To name TD Equipment Finance as the awarded Lessor for the Cranberry Golf Course turf equipment fleet and authorize the Town of Harwich to enter into the lease at a tax exempt rate of 4.23% over 60 months, with a net amount of be financed of $548,548.00
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to name TD Equipment Finance as the awarded Lessor for the Cranberry Golf Course turf equipment fleet and authorize the Town of Harwich to enter into the lease at a tax exempt rate of 4.23% over 60 months, with a net amount of be financed of $548,548.00 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Accept, close and sign the 2026 State Primary Election warrant
To accept, close and sign the 2026 State Primary Election warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to accept, close and sign the 2026 State Primary Election warrant, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve the in person early voting hours and location for the 2026 State Primary Election was presented in the packet
To approve the in person early voting hours and location for the 2026 State Primary Election was presented in the packet
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve the in person early voting hours and location for the 2026 State Primary Election was presented in the packet, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Nominate Matthew Sutphin a Harwich representative to the Cape Cod Commission with a term to expire April 24, 2029
To nominate Matthew Sutphin a Harwich representative to the Cape Cod Commission with a term to expire April 24, 2029
Yes: Howell, Kelleher, PiekarskiNo: Doucette, Handler
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelleher moved to nominate Matthew Sutphin a Harwich representative to the Cape Cod Commission with a term to expire April 24, 2029, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 3-2- 0 (Doucette & Handler opposed).” (Motion: Kelleher, second: Howell)
Appoint Patrick Otton as Harwich's representative to the Pleasant Bay Alliance Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2027
To appoint Patrick Otton as Harwich's representative to the Pleasant Bay Alliance Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2027
Yes: Doucette, KelleherNo: Handler, Howell, Piekarski
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelleher moved to appoint Patrick Otton as Harwich's representative to the Pleasant Bay Alliance Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2027, 2nd by Ms. Doucette and denied 2-3-0 (Howell, Handler and Piekarski opposed).” (Motion: Kelleher, second: Doucette)
Appoint Town Administrator Jay McGrail as the Hearing Officer to conduct a Public Hearing for an alleged entertainment/liquor license violation that occurred on June 26, 2026, at The Port, 541...
To appoint Town Administrator Jay McGrail as the Hearing Officer to conduct a Public Hearing for an alleged entertainment/liquor license violation that occurred on June 26, 2026, at The Port, 541 Route 28, Harwich Port
From the minutes
“Mr. Howell moved to appoint Town Administrator Jay McGrail as the Hearing Officer to conduct a Public Hearing for an alleged entertainment/liquor license violation that occurred on June 26, 2026, at The Port, 541 Route 28, Harwich Port, 2nd by Mr. Kelleher and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Howell, second: Kelleher)
Approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment and one-day liquor (all alcohol) license for Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance for an event to be held on August 1, 2026...
To approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment and one-day liquor (all alcohol) license for Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance for an event to be held on August 1, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., event to be held at 100 Oak Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment and one-day liquor (all alcohol) license for Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance for an event to be held on August 1, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., event to be held at 100 Oak Street, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve a special permit application for a one day-entertainment and one-day liquor (wine & malt) license for Amielia Giguere for an event to be held on September 26, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00...
To approve a special permit application for a one day-entertainment and one-day liquor (wine & malt) license for Amielia Giguere for an event to be held on September 26, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., event to be held at 1 Oak Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve a special permit application for a one day-entertainment and one-day liquor (wine & malt) license for Amielia Giguere for an event to be held on September 26, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., event to be held at 1 Oak Street, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment license for Perks for an event to be held on August 6, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., event to be held at 545 Route 28
To approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment license for Perks for an event to be held on August 6, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., event to be held at 545 Route 28
Yes: Doucette, Handler, KelleherNo: Howell, Piekarski
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment license for Perks for an event to be held on August 6, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., event to be held at 545 Route 28, 2nd by Mr. Kelleher and approved 3-2-0 (Piekarski and Howell opposed.” (Motion: Handler, second: Kelleher)
Approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment license for Perks for an event to be held on August 20, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., event to be held at 545 Route 28
To approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment license for Perks for an event to be held on August 20, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., event to be held at 545 Route 28
Yes: Doucette, Handler, KelleherNo: Howell, Piekarski
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve a special permit application for a one-day entertainment license for Perks for an event to be held on August 20, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., event to be held at 545 Route 28, 2nd by Mr. Kelleher and approved 3-2-0 (Piekarski and Howell opposed).” (Motion: Handler, second: Kelleher)
Approve a new Common Victualler License Application for Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, 575 Route 28 - Unit D
To approve a new Common Victualler License Application for Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, 575 Route 28 - Unit D
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve a new Common Victualler License Application for Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, 575 Route 28 - Unit D, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve the new Entertainment License Applications for Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, 575 Route 28 - Unit D, as presented
To approve the new Entertainment License Applications for Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, 575 Route 28 - Unit D, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve the new Entertainment License Applications for Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Three Harbors Coastal Kitchen, 575 Route 28 - Unit D, as presented, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve and authorize the Chair to sign an Intermunicipal Agreement with Barnstable County for the Fiscal Year 2027 Shared Regional Housing Services for the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust in the...
To approve and authorize the Chair to sign an Intermunicipal Agreement with Barnstable County for the Fiscal Year 2027 Shared Regional Housing Services for the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust in the amount of $143.75 per hour
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve and authorize the Chair to sign an Intermunicipal Agreement with Barnstable County for the Fiscal Year 2027 Shared Regional Housing Services for the Harwich Affordable Housing Trust in the amount of $143.75 per hour, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone (SHINE) Program
To approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone (SHINE) Program
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone (SHINE) Program, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Sign a contract with Environmental Design & Research, Landscape Architecture, Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. (EDR) for SCADA Programming Services for Phase 3 Sewer Design in the...
To sign a contract with Environmental Design & Research, Landscape Architecture, Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. (EDR) for SCADA Programming Services for Phase 3 Sewer Design in the amount of $185,300
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler move to sign a contract with Environmental Design & Research, Landscape Architecture, Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. (EDR) for SCADA Programming Services for Phase 3 Sewer Design in the amount of $185,300, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Sign a contract with Stryker Sales, LLC for electrocardiograms (EKG) replacement for the Fire Department in the amount of $284,161.80
To sign a contract with Stryker Sales, LLC for electrocardiograms (EKG) replacement for the Fire Department in the amount of $284,161.80
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to sign a contract with Stryker Sales, LLC for electrocardiograms (EKG) replacement for the Fire Department in the amount of $284,161.80, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Sign a contract with Robert B. Our, Inc. for Catch Basin Replacement and Drainage Infrastructure Installation in the amount of $489,693
To sign a contract with Robert B. Our, Inc. for Catch Basin Replacement and Drainage Infrastructure Installation in the amount of $489,693
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to sign a contract with Robert B. Our, Inc. for Catch Basin Replacement and Drainage Infrastructure Installation in the amount of $489,693, 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
Adjourn the regular meeting of the Select Board at 8:01 p.m
To adjourn the regular meeting of the Select Board at 8:01 p.m
From the minutes
“Mr. Handler moved to adjourn the regular meeting of the Select Board at 8:01 p.m., 2nd by Mr. Howell and approved 5-0-0.” (Motion: Handler, second: Howell)
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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