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Mashpee Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting

March 26, 2018

18 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Thomas O'Hara, John Cotton, Carol Sherman, John Cahalane, Andrew Gottlieb

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of - Monday, March 1 , 2018 and Monday, March 19, 2018 as presented

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of - Monday, March 1 , 2018 and Monday, March 19, 2018 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of - Monday, March 1 , 2018 and Monday, March 19, 2018 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. -0. Loll Call vote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes ; Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opp oscd, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Close the Public Hearing*

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the Public Hearing*

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to close the Public Hearing* Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton* VOTE: Unanimous. -0* Roll Call Vote: SelectmanO'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the 2018 Seasonal Liquor License Renewals; Package Store-W All Alcohol: PM Market Restaurant-All Alcohol: Cooke' Seafood The Lure--Recorded & Live, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 2018 Seasonal Liquor License Renewals; Package Store-W All Alcohol: PM Market Restaurant-All Alcohol: Cooke' Seafood The Lure--Recorded & Live, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment PM Cafe-recorded & Live, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment PM Raw Bar-Recorded & Live Music, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment Outdoor entertainment shall be limited to 10:00 p.m., no amplification

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the 2018 Seasonal Liquor License Renewals; Package Store-W All Alcohol: PM Market Restaurant-All Alcohol: Cooke' Seafood The Lure--Recorded & Live, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment PM Cafe-recorded & Live, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment PM Raw Bar-Recorded & Live Music, Dancing by Patrons, Sunday Entertainment Outdoor entertainment shall be limited to 10:00 p.m., no amplification .lotion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. -0. Roll Call Vote; Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Support the Town Use Sign situated on School property subject to approval from the Design Review Committce

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Use Sign situated on School property subject to approval from the Design Review Committce

From the minutes

“Lotion made by Selectman Cotton to support the Town Use Sign situated on School property subject to approval from the Design Review Committce. Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb. VOTE: Unanimous., 5-0+ Roll Call Vote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman. Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Gottlieb)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept the calculation of the Town Planner and designate the 2018 Estimated Summer Population of the Town of Mashpee as 34,681 persons

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the calculation of the Town Planner and designate the 2018 Estimated Summer Population of the Town of Mashpee as 34,681 persons

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the calculation of the Town Planner and designate the 2018 Estimated Summer Population of the Town of Mashpee as 34,681 persons. Motion seconded by Selcetman Cahalan et VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll CallVote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane, yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cahalane)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Certify the Betterment Assessment for Leeward Lane a as presented

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

To Certify the Betterment Assessment for Leeward Lane a as presented

The roll call in the town's text does not list John Cahalane, who was on the attendance line, and no count can be read. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“Motion ane:lotion made by Selectman Gottlieb to Certify the Betterment Assessment for Leeward Lane a as presented,, Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman6 VOTE: Unanimous. -o. Roll Fall Vote. Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalan e,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Defer the above referenced topic; Certification of Betterment Assessments for a report on this issue at the next meeting

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

To defer the above referenced topic; Certification of Betterment Assessments for a report on this issue at the next meeting

Joint vote with another board; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown. The roll call in the town's text does not list Thomas O'Hara, who was on the attendance line, and no count can be read. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to defer the above referenced topic; Certification of Betterment Assessments for a report on this issue at the next meeting. Notion seconded by Selectman Shermam, VOTE t Unanimous. -o. Roll Call Vote& Selectman -'Mara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Certify and confirm the Hiring Process for the appointment of Katie Hennessey to the entry level position of Police officer for the Town of Mashpee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

To certify and confirm the Hiring Process for the appointment of Katie Hennessey to the entry level position of Police officer for the Town of Mashpee

The roll call in the town's text does not list John Cahalane, who was on the attendance line, and no count can be read. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to certify and confirm the Hiring Process for the appointment of Katie Hennessey to the entry level position of Police officer for the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. -o. Roll Call Vote Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalan e,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve Policy 07 Issuance and Use of Stickers and Passes Policy amended to state under Boat Ramp tickers* must have a valid Transfer Station Sticker or a Recreation Sticker in order to parr...

Minutes, page 7

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Policy 07 Issuance and Use of Stickers and Passes Policy amended to state under Boat Ramp tickers* must have a valid Transfer Station Sticker or a Recreation Sticker in order to parr within the posted areas during the designated ` boating season +

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve Policy 07 Issuance and Use of Stickers and Passes Policy amended to state under Boat Ramp tickers* must have a valid Transfer Station Sticker or a Recreation Sticker in order to parr within the posted areas during the designated ` boating season + Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote; Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve Policy 077 Pregnancy and Pregnancy-Related Conditions policy as presented

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Policy 077 Pregnancy and Pregnancy-Related Conditions policy as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve Policy 077 Pregnancy and Pregnancy-Related Conditions policy as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Holl Call Vote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Move forward with Ballot Question#4, stating very clear it is a Non-Binding Question for the purpose of creating a survey regarding recreational marijuana establishments

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To move forward with Ballot Question#4, stating very clear it is a Non-Binding Question for the purpose of creating a survey regarding recreational marijuana establishments

Yes: Cahalane, Cotton, O'Hara, ShermanNo: Gottlieb

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to move forward with Ballot Question#4, stating very clear it is a Non-Binding Question for the purpose of creating a survey regarding recreational marijuana establishments. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: 4-1. Motion carries. Roll Call vote: Selectman. O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes - Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb, no opposed, 1).” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Issue a recommendation on Article t#1 at the Special Town

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To issue a recommendation on Article t#1 at the Special Town

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to issue a recommendation on Article t#1 at the Special Town Meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. -o. Roll Call Vote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Include and support Article #6 on the Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To include and support Article #6 on the Special Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to include and support Article #6 on the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote. Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Issue a recommendation on Article #5 at the Annual Town

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To issue a recommendation on Article #5 at the Annual Town

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to issue a recommendation on Article #5 at the Annual Town Meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. -o. Roll Call Votc. SelectmanO'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Include and support Article ##9 on the Annual Town Meeting

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To include and support Article ##9 on the Annual Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to include and support Article ##9 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant* Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 54, Roll Call Vote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes = Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Include and support Article ##19 on the Annual Town

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To include and support Article ##19 on the Annual Town

Yes: Cotton, Gottlieb, O'Hara, ShermanNo: Cahalane

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to include and support Article ##19 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant, and not recommend Article #18. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE-*, 4-1. Roll Call Vote. Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane, no Selectman Gottlieb}yes opposed, (1).” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Authorize and execute the Special & Annual Town Meeting

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize and execute the Special & Annual Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to authorize and execute the Special & Annual Town Meeting Warrant of Monday,May 7, 2018. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE# Unanimous. 5-0* Roll Call Vote* Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Adjourn at 7:39 p.m

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 7:39 p.m

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to adjourn at 7:39 p.m,, Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous, -0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

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