MassVoter.com← Mashpee Select BoardMashpee Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
July 22, 2019
22 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Andrew Gottlieb, John Cotton, Thomas O'Hara, Carol Sherman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Nominate the following Board of Selectmen members; Selectman John J. Cotton to serve as Vice-Chairman, and Selectman Thomas F. O'Hara to serve as Clerk of the Board of Selectmen
To nominate the following Board of Selectmen members; Selectman John J. Cotton to serve as Vice-Chairman, and Selectman Thomas F. O'Hara to serve as Clerk of the Board of Selectmen
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to nominate the following Board of Selectmen members; Selectman John J. Cotton to serve as Vice-Chairman, and Selectman Thomas F. O'Hara to serve as Clerk of the Board of Selectmen. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. Being no further nominations,the Board took the following action: VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes of Monday, June 17, 2019 and Monday, July 8,2019 as presented
To approve the Regular Session Minutes of Monday, June 17, 2019 and Monday, July 8,2019 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Regular Session Minutes of Monday, June 17, 2019 and Monday, July 8,2019 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
Continue the Public Hearing on the proposed Parking by Permit Only on Seconsett Island Road to Monday,August 5,2019, allowing for adequate notice
To continue the Public Hearing on the proposed Parking by Permit Only on Seconsett Island Road to Monday,August 5,2019, allowing for adequate notice
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to continue the Public Hearing on the proposed Parking by Permit Only on Seconsett Island Road to Monday,August 5,2019, allowing for adequate notice. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4.0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Close the Public Hearing
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. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
Place a Moratorium on the issuance of new Shellfish Aquaculture Licenses through August 1,2020 with the exceptions to the current applications in process for Lisa Bohnenberger, Mark Burtis, Scott...
To place a Moratorium on the issuance of new Shellfish Aquaculture Licenses through August 1,2020 with the exceptions to the current applications in process for Lisa Bohnenberger, Mark Burtis, Scott Matoian and Thomas Smith
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to place a Moratorium on the issuance of new Shellfish Aquaculture Licenses through August 1,2020 with the exceptions to the current applications in process for Lisa Bohnenberger, Mark Burtis, Scott Matoian and Thomas Smith. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Approve the reconfiguration of the Bohnenberger Shellfish Aquaculture area in Ockway Bay as presented
To approve the reconfiguration of the Bohnenberger Shellfish Aquaculture area in Ockway Bay as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the reconfiguration of the Bohnenberger Shellfish Aquaculture area in Ockway Bay as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Award a contract for the DPW Storage Garage to Collins Construction in the amount of$174,050 with funding to derive from the CIP as referenced
To award a contract for the DPW Storage Garage to Collins Construction in the amount of$174,050 with funding to derive from the CIP as referenced
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to award a contract for the DPW Storage Garage to Collins Construction in the amount of$174,050 with funding to derive from the CIP as referenced. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Authorize the Town Manager to speak with legal counsel and the various stakeholders to review the possibility of this option
To authorize the Town Manager to speak with legal counsel and the various stakeholders to review the possibility of this option
The minutes name Carol Sherman as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to authorize the Town Manager to speak with legal counsel and the various stakeholders to review the possibility of this option. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman)
Approve the Dispatch Agreement; Conditions and Operating Policies for the Operation of a Communications Center for the Town of Mashpee by the Barnstable County Sheriffs Office from July 1, 2019...
To approve the Dispatch Agreement; Conditions and Operating Policies for the Operation of a Communications Center for the Town of Mashpee by the Barnstable County Sheriffs Office from July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020; Combined Fee for Fire Dispatch and CMED Services for Fiscal Year 2020: $118,753.45
Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, ShermanNo: Gottlieb
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the Dispatch Agreement; Conditions and Operating Policies for the Operation of a Communications Center for the Town of Mashpee by the Barnstable County Sheriffs Office from July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020; Combined Fee for Fire Dispatch and CMED Services for Fiscal Year 2020: $118,753.45. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 3-1. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, no Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, (1).” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Hold the Special Election on October 1, 2019 at The Christ the King Church Parish Hall
To hold the Special Election on October 1, 2019 at The Christ the King Church Parish Hall
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to hold the Special Election on October 1, 2019 at The Christ the King Church Parish Hall. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Effective March 3, 2020 the polling place would move to the Quashnet School
Effective March 3, 2020 the polling place would move to the Quashnet School. Additional funds or Police Detail Officers would not affect the Town Clerk's operating budget. And, the Town will accommodate the additional set up costs to satisfy the Town Clerk's Office for the benefit of security on a broader scale for all citizens to ensure their well-being and safety
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton effective March 3, 2020 the polling place would move to the Quashnet School. Additional funds or Police Detail Officers would not affect the Town Clerk's operating budget. And, the Town will accommodate the additional set up costs to satisfy the Town Clerk's Office for the benefit of security on a broader scale for all citizens to ensure their well-being and safety. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Appoint Rachel Hodgman to the Council on Aging with a term to expire June 30, 2022
To appoint Rachel Hodgman to the Council on Aging with a term to expire June 30, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to appoint Rachel Hodgman to the Council on Aging with a term to expire June 30, 2022. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Appoint Richard J. Cook, Jr. to the Shellfish Commission as an Associate Member with a term to expire June 30, 2020
To appoint Richard J. Cook, Jr. to the Shellfish Commission as an Associate Member with a term to expire June 30, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to appoint Richard J. Cook, Jr. to the Shellfish Commission as an Associate Member with a term to expire June 30, 2020. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Approve the One-Day Liquor License for the Friends of the Mashpee Public Library, Inc. fundraiser on August 1, 2019 as referenced
To approve the One-Day Liquor License for the Friends of the Mashpee Public Library, Inc. fundraiser on August 1, 2019 as referenced
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the One-Day Liquor License for the Friends of the Mashpee Public Library, Inc. fundraiser on August 1, 2019 as referenced. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Temporary Sign Permit Application of the Cape Cod Collaborative for(2) signs in the area of the Mashpee Rotary for (10) days for public purpose
To approve the Temporary Sign Permit Application of the Cape Cod Collaborative for(2) signs in the area of the Mashpee Rotary for (10) days for public purpose
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Temporary Sign Permit Application of the Cape Cod Collaborative for(2) signs in the area of the Mashpee Rotary for (10) days for public purpose. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Temporary Sign Permit of the Women's Club of New Seabury for signs at (5) locations as referenced, to be removed immediately following October 25, 2019
To approve the Temporary Sign Permit of the Women's Club of New Seabury for signs at (5) locations as referenced, to be removed immediately following October 25, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the Temporary Sign Permit of the Women's Club of New Seabury for signs at (5) locations as referenced, to be removed immediately following October 25, 2019. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Approve the End of Year Transfer in the amount of $29,690 for unanticipated costs associated to the wastewater facility as referenced
To approve the End of Year Transfer in the amount of $29,690 for unanticipated costs associated to the wastewater facility as referenced
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the End of Year Transfer in the amount of $29,690 for unanticipated costs associated to the wastewater facility as referenced. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Authorize the Town Manager to prepare a RFP for the disposition of 108 Commercial Street, Mashpee with guidance from Town Counsel, and return with a draft at the next Selectmen's Meeting
To authorize the Town Manager to prepare a RFP for the disposition of 108 Commercial Street, Mashpee with guidance from Town Counsel, and return with a draft at the next Selectmen's Meeting
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to authorize the Town Manager to prepare a RFP for the disposition of 108 Commercial Street, Mashpee with guidance from Town Counsel, and return with a draft at the next Selectmen's Meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
Remit a letter to the Cape Cod Commission in support of Mashpee Commons, LP for the filing of a Notice of Intent to apply for a Development Agreement
To remit a letter to the Cape Cod Commission in support of Mashpee Commons, LP for the filing of a Notice of Intent to apply for a Development Agreement. And, to communicate separately to the Planning Board to request members of regulatory boards participate collectively to streamline processes
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to remit a letter to the Cape Cod Commission in support of Mashpee Commons, LP for the filing of a Notice of Intent to apply for a Development Agreement. And, to communicate separately to the Planning Board to request members of regulatory boards participate collectively to streamline processes. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Include the addition of(5) Articles as referenced for inclusion on the October 21, 2019 Town Meeting Warrant
To include the addition of(5) Articles as referenced for inclusion on the October 21, 2019 Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to include the addition of(5) Articles as referenced for inclusion on the October 21, 2019 Town Meeting Warrant. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
Adjourn at 8:51 p.m
To adjourn at 8:51 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to adjourn at 8:51 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
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