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Mashpee Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

March 23, 2020

24 recorded votes, 3 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 and Executive Session minutes of Monday, March 16, 2020 as presented

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, March 16, 2020 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, March 16, 2020 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: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Appoint John Swartzbaugh to the Conservation Commission as a full-time voting member for a term to expire; June 30,2022

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint John Swartzbaugh to the Conservation Commission as a full-time voting member for a term to expire; June 30,2022

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to appoint John Swartzbaugh to the Conservation Commission as a full-time voting member for a term to expire; June 30,2022. 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: Weeden, second: O'Hara)

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

Appoint Paul Columbo to the Conservation Commission as a full-time voting member for a term to expire; June 30, 2020

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Paul Columbo to the Conservation Commission as a full-time voting member for a term to expire; June 30, 2020

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to appoint Paul Columbo to the Conservation Commission as a full-time voting member for a term to expire; June 30, 2020. 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 4 (PDF)

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 5

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 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 5 (PDF)

Renew the 2020 Seasonal Liquor and Entertainment Licenses of; Package Store-All Alcohol Restaurant-All Alcohol The Country Store Cooke's Seafood Mashpee Mart The Lure* Commons Convenience PM Cafe*...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To renew the 2020 Seasonal Liquor and Entertainment Licenses of; Package Store-All Alcohol Restaurant-All Alcohol The Country Store Cooke's Seafood Mashpee Mart The Lure* Commons Convenience PM Cafe* PM Raw Bar*

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to renew the 2020 Seasonal Liquor and Entertainment Licenses of; Package Store-All Alcohol Restaurant-All Alcohol The Country Store Cooke's Seafood Mashpee Mart The Lure* Commons Convenience PM Cafe* PM Raw Bar* 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 5 (PDF)

Place the above topic on the Selectmen's Agenda

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To place the above topic on the Selectmen's Agenda

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to place the above topic on the Selectmen's Agenda. 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 6 (PDF)

Extend the Shellfish permits under M.G.L. Chapter 130, Section 152 until June 30, 2020

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To extend the Shellfish permits under M.G.L. Chapter 130, Section 152 until June 30, 2020

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to extend the Shellfish permits under M.G.L. Chapter 130, Section 152 until June 30, 2020. 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)

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Authorize the Board of Selectman Chair to execute the payment warrants on behalf of the Board of Selectmen through the COVID-19 emergency

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Board of Selectman Chair to execute the payment warrants on behalf of the Board of Selectmen through the COVID-19 emergency

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to authorize the Board of Selectman Chair to execute the payment warrants on behalf of the Board of Selectmen through the COVID-19 emergency. 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)

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Assign the Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair to act as the signatory for the payment warrants in the absence of the Chairman

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To assign the Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair to act as the signatory for the payment warrants in the absence of the Chairman

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to assign the Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair to act as the signatory for the payment warrants in the absence of the Chairman. 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 6 (PDF)

Approve and execute the Restated and Amended Agreement between the Town of Mashpee and Mashpee Commons, LP for the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve and execute the Restated and Amended Agreement between the Town of Mashpee and Mashpee Commons, LP for the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve and execute the Restated and Amended Agreement between the Town of Mashpee and Mashpee Commons, LP for the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater. 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 7 (PDF)

Approve the extension of the term of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Mashpee and Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe for the Provision of Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services and...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To approve the extension of the term of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Mashpee and Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe for the Provision of Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services and Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Assistance until September 1, 2020

Yes: Cotton, Gottlieb, O'Hara, ShermanThe roll call lists David Weeden as recused.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the extension of the term of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Mashpee and Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe for the Provision of Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services and Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Assistance until September 1, 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 Selectman Weeden, recused Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)

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

Include the (4) Solar Zoning Articles on the ATM warrant

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To include the (4) Solar Zoning Articles on the ATM warrant

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to include the (4) Solar Zoning Articles on the ATM warrant. 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 8 (PDF)

Recommend the (4) Solar Zoning Articles on the ATM warrant

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend the (4) Solar Zoning Articles on the ATM warrant

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to recommend the (4) Solar Zoning Articles on the ATM warrant. 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 9 (PDF)

Include amended Article 10 on the STM warrant

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To include amended Article 10 on the STM warrant

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to include amended Article 10 on the STM warrant. 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 9 (PDF)

Recommend Article 10 on the STM warrant in the amount of $62,300

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend Article 10 on the STM warrant in the amount of $62,300

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to recommend Article 10 on the STM warrant in the amount of $62,300. 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 9 (PDF)

Include the Contract Settlements Articles 10-15 as amended and presented on the ATM warrant

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To include the Contract Settlements Articles 10-15 as amended and presented on the ATM warrant

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to include the Contract Settlements Articles 10-15 as amended and presented on the ATM warrant. 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)

Recommend the Contract Settlements Articles 10-15 as presented on the ATM warrant

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend the Contract Settlements Articles 10-15 as presented on the ATM warrant

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to recommend the Contract Settlements Articles 10-15 as presented on the ATM warrant. 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 10 (PDF)

Recommend Petition Article 31

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend Petition Article 31

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to recommend Petition Article 31. 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: Sherman, second: Weeden)

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

Not support Article 32 at this time

Minutes, page 11

ApproveFailed · 2–3

To not support Article 32 at this time

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

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to not support Article 32 at this time. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 2-3. Motion fails. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, no Selectman Cotton, no Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden, no Opposed, (3).” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Recommend Petition Article 32

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 3–2

To recommend Petition Article 32

Yes: Cotton, Gottlieb, WeedenNo: O'Hara, Sherman

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to recommend Petition Article 32. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 3-2. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara, no Selectman Sherman, no Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, (2).” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)

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

Recommend Petition Article 33

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend Petition Article 33

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to recommend Petition Article 33. 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 11 (PDF)

Recommend Petition Article 34

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend Petition Article 34

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to recommend Petition Article 34. Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb. 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: Weeden, second: Gottlieb)

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

Recommend Petition Article 35

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend Petition Article 35

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to recommend Petition Article 35. 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)

Approve and execute the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants currently scheduled for the May 4,2020 Town Meeting

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve and execute the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants currently scheduled for the May 4,2020 Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and execute the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants currently scheduled for the May 4,2020 Town Meeting. 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 12 (PDF)

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