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Mashpee Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting

April 9, 2018

19 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: The attendance line is missing from the text of this file; the members shown as present are the five named in the roll calls.

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

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Annual Contract for the Operation of the Transfer Station, Hauling of Recyclables, and Tip Fee for Single Stream Recycling with Gotta Do Contracting, LLC as recommended

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 5–4

To approve the Annual Contract for the Operation of the Transfer Station, Hauling of Recyclables, and Tip Fee for Single Stream Recycling with Gotta Do Contracting, LLC as recommended

The minutes give the count as 5-4-0, but the roll call reads: Thomas O'Hara yes, John Cotton yes, Carol Sherman yes, John Cahalane yes, Andrew Gottlieb yes. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the Annual Contract for the Operation of the Transfer Station, Hauling of Recyclables, and Tip Fee for Single Stream Recycling with Gotta Do Contracting, LLC as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-4. 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 3 (PDF)

Support Option 42; $150 for the 15t Household Permit, $35 for the Recycling Permit, $20 for the 2"d Permit and $15 for a Single Trip

Minutes, page 4

ApproveFailed · 2–3

To support Option 42; $150 for the 15t Household Permit, $35 for the Recycling Permit, $20 for the 2"d Permit and $15 for a Single Trip. The tax subsidy is 8%

Yes: Cotton, GottliebNo: Cahalane, O'Hara, Sherman

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to support Option 42; $150 for the 15t Household Permit, $35 for the Recycling Permit, $20 for the 2"d Permit and $15 for a Single Trip. The tax subsidy is 8%. Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb. VOTE: 2-3. Motion does not carry. Roll Call Vote: Selectman O'Bara, no Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, no Selectman Cahalane, no Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, (3).” (Motion: Cotton, second: Gottlieb)

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

Maintain status quo; $140 for the 1St Household Permit, $25 for the Recycling Permit, $20 for the 2 d Permit and $15 for a Single Trip

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 3–2

To maintain status quo; $140 for the 1St Household Permit, $25 for the Recycling Permit, $20 for the 2 d Permit and $15 for a Single Trip. The tax subsidy is 14%

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

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to maintain status quo; $140 for the 1St Household Permit, $25 for the Recycling Permit, $20 for the 2 d Permit and $15 for a Single Trip. The tax subsidy is 14%. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: 3-2. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Cotton, no Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Cahalane,yes Selectman Gottlieb, no Opposed, (2).” (Motion: Cahalane, second: Sherman)

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

Award the fuel contract for FY19 to Noonan Brothers; $2.014 per gallon for diesel and $2.167 per gallon for gasoline

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To award the fuel contract for FY19 to Noonan Brothers; $2.014 per gallon for diesel and $2.167 per gallon for gasoline

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to award the fuel contract for FY19 to Noonan Brothers; $2.014 per gallon for diesel and $2.167 per gallon for gasoline. 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: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Towns of Bourne, Falmouth and Sandwich for the Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station through December 31, 2022 as recommended

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Towns of Bourne, Falmouth and Sandwich for the Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station through December 31, 2022 as recommended

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Towns of Bourne, Falmouth and Sandwich for the Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station through December 31, 2022 as recommended. 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 5 (PDF)

Execute the Certification of Betterment Assessment for Windsor Way,Victoria Circle, Saxony Drive, Tudor Terrace and Sheffield Place

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To execute the Certification of Betterment Assessment for Windsor Way,Victoria Circle, Saxony Drive, Tudor Terrace and Sheffield Place

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to execute the Certification of Betterment Assessment for Windsor Way,Victoria Circle, Saxony Drive, Tudor Terrace and Sheffield Place. 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 6 (PDF)

Rescind current Board of Selectmen Policy #043 (Purchase and Use of Permits/Passes for Mashpce) and renumber current Board of Selectmen Policy 9076 (Issuance and use of Stickers and Passes -...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To rescind current Board of Selectmen Policy #043 (Purchase and Use of Permits/Passes for Mashpce) and renumber current Board of Selectmen Policy 9076 (Issuance and use of Stickers and Passes - adopted March 26, 2018); replacing Policy 4076 as the new Policy#043 (Issuance and Use of Stickers and Passes)

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to rescind current Board of Selectmen Policy #043 (Purchase and Use of Permits/Passes for Mashpce) and renumber current Board of Selectmen Policy 9076 (Issuance and use of Stickers and Passes - adopted March 26, 2018); replacing Policy 4076 as the new Policy#043 (Issuance and Use of Stickers and Passes). 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 6 (PDF)

Adopt new Policy #076; Complete Streets

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adopt new Policy #076; Complete Streets

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to adopt new Policy #076; Complete Streets. 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 7 (PDF)

Reappoint Susan Regan to the Board of Registrars for a three year term as referenced

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To reappoint Susan Regan to the Board of Registrars for a three year term as referenced

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to reappoint Susan Regan to the Board of Registrars for a three year term as referenced. 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: Sherman, second: Gottlieb)

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

Approve the Special Events Application of RUCK 4 HIT Cape Cod 2018 Relay Event as described to include the Temporary Sign Permit

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Special Events Application of RUCK 4 HIT Cape Cod 2018 Relay Event as described to include the Temporary Sign Permit

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Special Events Application of RUCK 4 HIT Cape Cod 2018 Relay Event as described to include the Temporary Sign Permit. 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: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Support the annual Lovin 'LIFE 5k run/walk, and request for Temporary Signage as presented

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the annual Lovin 'LIFE 5k run/walk, and request for Temporary Signage as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to support the annual Lovin 'LIFE 5k run/walk, and request for Temporary Signage as presented. 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: Cahalane, second: Sherman)

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

Approve the Beach & Back Half Marathon and 5k Run on Sunday,June 10, 2018 to include the Temporary Sign Permit as proposed

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Beach & Back Half Marathon and 5k Run on Sunday,June 10, 2018 to include the Temporary Sign Permit as proposed

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Beach & Back Half Marathon and 5k Run on Sunday,June 10, 2018 to include the Temporary Sign Permit as proposed. 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: Cotton, second: Sherman)

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

Approve the Special Events Application for the Mashpee Youth Baseball & Softball Parade on April 28, 2018 as presented to include the Temporary Sign Permit and tent for the event

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Special Events Application for the Mashpee Youth Baseball & Softball Parade on April 28, 2018 as presented to include the Temporary Sign Permit and tent for the event

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Special Events Application for the Mashpee Youth Baseball & Softball Parade on April 28, 2018 as presented to include the Temporary Sign Permit and tent for the event. 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: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Approve ALL of the Mashpee Recreation Department Events, and Temporary Sign Permit Applications as presented

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve ALL of the Mashpee Recreation Department Events, and Temporary Sign Permit Applications as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to approve ALL of the Mashpee Recreation Department Events, and Temporary Sign Permit Applications as presented. 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: Cahalane, second: Sherman)

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

Approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election to be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 as presented

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election to be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election to be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 as presented. 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: Sherman, second: Gottlieb)

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

Join civil suit to pursue all civil remedies against those in the chain of distribution of prescription opiates responsible for the opioid epidemic plaguing the Town, filing a claim for public...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To join civil suit to pursue all civil remedies against those in the chain of distribution of prescription opiates responsible for the opioid epidemic plaguing the Town, filing a claim for public nuisance to abate, enjoin, recover and prevent the damages caused thereby, and authorize the Town Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Board of Selectmen

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to join civil suit to pursue all civil remedies against those in the chain of distribution of prescription opiates responsible for the opioid epidemic plaguing the Town, filing a claim for public nuisance to abate, enjoin, recover and prevent the damages caused thereby, and authorize the Town Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Board of Selectmen. 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 12 (PDF)

Add the following topic to the agenda by exercising the emergency meeting provisions of the Open Meeting Law as advised by Town Counsel under "Matters not anticipated by the Chairman at the Time...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To add the following topic to the agenda by exercising the emergency meeting provisions of the Open Meeting Law as advised by Town Counsel under "Matters not anticipated by the Chairman at the Time of Posting"

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to add the following topic to the agenda by exercising the emergency meeting provisions of the Open Meeting Law as advised by Town Counsel under "Matters not anticipated by the Chairman at the Time of Posting" 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 12 (PDF)

Approve the (3) Change Orders relative to the Quashnet School Construction Project in the amount of$18,113.91

Minutes, page 13

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the (3) Change Orders relative to the Quashnet School Construction Project in the amount of$18,113.91

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the (3) Change Orders relative to the Quashnet School Construction Project in the amount of$18,113.91. 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 13 (PDF)

Adjourn at 7:49 p.m

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 7:49 p.m

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to adjourn at 7:49 p.m. 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 13 (PDF)

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