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Mashpee Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

October 7, 2019

14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

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

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, September 16,2019 and Monday, September 23,2019 as presented

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, September 16,2019 and Monday, September 23,2019 as presented

Yes: Cotton, Gottlieb, O'Hara, ShermanAbstained: Weeden

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, September 16,2019 and Monday, September 23,2019 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden, abstained Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Award a contract to Gale Associates, Inc. in the amount of$29,100 for the development of a Master Plan for the Mashpee Middle/High School Athletic Field Complex as recommended

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To award a contract to Gale Associates, Inc. in the amount of$29,100 for the development of a Master Plan for the Mashpee Middle/High School Athletic Field Complex as recommended

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to award a contract to Gale Associates, Inc. in the amount of$29,100 for the development of a Master Plan for the Mashpee Middle/High School Athletic Field Complex as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the request of Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod to waive the local building project permitting fees associated to Mendes Way formerly known as 341 Great Neck Road North, Mashpee

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the request of Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod to waive the local building project permitting fees associated to Mendes Way formerly known as 341 Great Neck Road North, Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the request of Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod to waive the local building project permitting fees associated to Mendes Way formerly known as 341 Great Neck Road North, Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the LIP Regulatory Agreement and LIP Affordable Housing Deed Rider for Mendes Way (formerly known as 341 Great Neck Road North), Mashpee

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the LIP Regulatory Agreement and LIP Affordable Housing Deed Rider for Mendes Way (formerly known as 341 Great Neck Road North), Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the LIP Regulatory Agreement and LIP Affordable Housing Deed Rider for Mendes Way (formerly known as 341 Great Neck Road North), Mashpee. Motion seconded by Mr. Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Weeden)

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

Approve the Special Event Application and Temporary Sign Permit Application for the Mashpee Historical Commission's 50th Anniversary and Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration on Monday, October...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Special Event Application and Temporary Sign Permit Application for the Mashpee Historical Commission's 50th Anniversary and Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration on Monday, October 14,2019 as referenced

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Special Event Application and Temporary Sign Permit Application for the Mashpee Historical Commission's 50th Anniversary and Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration on Monday, October 14,2019 as referenced. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the Special Event Application and Temporary Sign Permit of Independence House, Inc. for a fundraiser as identified along Frank Hicks Drive with stipulations as imposed by the DPW as...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Special Event Application and Temporary Sign Permit of Independence House, Inc. for a fundraiser as identified along Frank Hicks Drive with stipulations as imposed by the DPW as follows; visitors should be directed to park in the lined spaces, and applicant is responsible for litter lean up and the repair to the grass area where the shed is parked after it is removed

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Special Event Application and Temporary Sign Permit of Independence House, Inc. for a fundraiser as identified along Frank Hicks Drive with stipulations as imposed by the DPW as follows; visitors should be directed to park in the lined spaces, and applicant is responsible for litter lean up and the repair to the grass area where the shed is parked after it is removed. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the request of the Mashpee Wampanoag Rod & Gun Club for a One Day Liquor License on Saturday, October 26, 2019 for the Teddy Hendricks Fish Fry fundraiser

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the request of the Mashpee Wampanoag Rod & Gun Club for a One Day Liquor License on Saturday, October 26, 2019 for the Teddy Hendricks Fish Fry fundraiser

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the request of the Mashpee Wampanoag Rod & Gun Club for a One Day Liquor License on Saturday, October 26, 2019 for the Teddy Hendricks Fish Fry fundraiser. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)

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

Appoint Ashley Fisher, Shellfish Constable to the County Coastal Resources Committee as the Town of Mashpee representative

Minutes, page 9

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Ashley Fisher, Shellfish Constable to the County Coastal Resources Committee as the Town of Mashpee representative

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to appoint Ashley Fisher, Shellfish Constable to the County Coastal Resources Committee as the Town of Mashpee representative. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve Petition#MA2019-37 as presented

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Petition#MA2019-37 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve Petition#MA2019-37 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Sherman)

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

Approve the New Schedule of Alcoholic Beverages License Fees as presented

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the New Schedule of Alcoholic Beverages License Fees as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the New Schedule of Alcoholic Beverages License Fees as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)

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

Revise the One Day Liquor License fee as presented

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To revise the One Day Liquor License fee as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to revise the One Day Liquor License fee as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the Annual Closure of Town Hall on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 for organization and cleaning

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Annual Closure of Town Hall on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 for organization and cleaning

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Annual Closure of Town Hall on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 for organization and cleaning. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Authorize the Town to Petition the General Court under Article 97 as referenced to convey certain Town owned conservation land to Mark and Donna Lopez

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town to Petition the General Court under Article 97 as referenced to convey certain Town owned conservation land to Mark and Donna Lopez

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to authorize the Town to Petition the General Court under Article 97 as referenced to convey certain Town owned conservation land to Mark and Donna Lopez. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Weeden)

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

Adjourn at 7:14 p.m. The Board will enter into Executive Session to; 1) Discussion Litigation Strategy Relative to Opioid Tort Action pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21 (a)(3),where an Open Meeting...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 7:14 p.m. The Board will enter into Executive Session to; 1) Discussion Litigation Strategy Relative to Opioid Tort Action pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21 (a)(3),where an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigation strategy of the Town and to; 2) Discuss Strategy regarding upcoming Contract Negotiations with the following Collective Bargaining Units,where an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town: Mashpee Permanent Fire Fighters Association, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 2519: MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit A-Patrol Officers and Detectives: MASS. C.O.P., Local 320, Unit B-Sergeants: Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA), MASS Public Employee's Local 1249, Administrator's Unit A-Administrators: Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA), MASS Public Employee's Local 1249, Administrator's Unit B-Administrators: Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA), MASS Public Employee's Local 1249, Administrator's Unit C-Police Lieutenants: Service Employees International Union (SEIU),AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit A: Service Employees International Union (SEIU),AFL-CIO Local 888,Public Works Unit B: Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Clerical/Library/Dispatchers Chapter: From which the Board will not return to Open Session

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to adjourn at 7:14 p.m. The Board will enter into Executive Session to; 1) Discussion Litigation Strategy Relative to Opioid Tort Action pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21 (a)(3),where an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigation strategy of the Town and to; 2) Discuss Strategy regarding upcoming Contract Negotiations with the following Collective Bargaining Units,where an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town: Mashpee Permanent Fire Fighters Association, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 2519: MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit A-Patrol Officers and Detectives: MASS. C.O.P., Local 320, Unit B-Sergeants: Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA), MASS Public Employee's Local 1249, Administrator's Unit A-Administrators: Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA), MASS Public Employee's Local 1249, Administrator's Unit B-Administrators: Laborer's International Union of North America (LIUNA), MASS Public Employee's Local 1249, Administrator's Unit C-Police Lieutenants: Service Employees International Union (SEIU),AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit A: Service Employees International Union (SEIU),AFL-CIO Local 888,Public Works Unit B: Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Clerical/Library/Dispatchers Chapter: From which the Board will not return to Open Session. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

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