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Mashpee Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting

July 27, 2020

16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

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

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Regular and Executive Minutes of Monday, July 13, 2020 as presented

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular and Executive Minutes of Monday, July 13, 2020 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the Regular and Executive Minutes of Monday, July 13, 2020 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)

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 O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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Change the speed limit on Simon's Narrows Road from 30 mph to 25 mph as recommended

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To change the speed limit on Simon's Narrows Road from 30 mph to 25 mph as recommended

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to change the speed limit on Simon's Narrows Road from 30 mph to 25 mph as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Gottlieb)

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Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 4

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 Gottlieb. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Gottlieb)

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Deny the request of Jacques Morin, Trustee, Ocicway Highlands Realty Trust LLC to erect a free-standing routed sign within the 50' road layout of Great Neck Road South and on the corner of Blue...

Minutes, page 4

DenyPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To deny the request of Jacques Morin, Trustee, Ocicway Highlands Realty Trust LLC to erect a free-standing routed sign within the 50' road layout of Great Neck Road South and on the corner of Blue Castle Drive

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to deny the request of Jacques Morin, Trustee, Ocicway Highlands Realty Trust LLC to erect a free-standing routed sign within the 50' road layout of Great Neck Road South and on the corner of Blue Castle Drive. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

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Deny the Temporary Sign Permit Application of Latour Hotel & Resorts (South Cape Resort& Club)

Minutes, page 5

DenyPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To deny the Temporary Sign Permit Application of Latour Hotel & Resorts (South Cape Resort& Club)

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to deny the Temporary Sign Permit Application of Latour Hotel & Resorts (South Cape Resort& Club). Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

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Accept the resignation of Dale McKay from the Conservation Commission sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. McKay for his service to the Town of Mashpee

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the resignation of Dale McKay from the Conservation Commission sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. McKay for his service to the Town of Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the resignation of Dale McKay from the Conservation Commission sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. McKay for his service to the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)

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Table the appointment to the next meeting

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To table the appointment to the next meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to table the appointment to the next meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)

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Deny the request of Tree Beard, Inc. d/b/a Old Soul Gardens for a Host Community Agreement for a Marijuana Establishment at 800 Falmouth Road, Unit 104-E, Mashpee

Minutes, page 8

DenyPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To deny the request of Tree Beard, Inc. d/b/a Old Soul Gardens for a Host Community Agreement for a Marijuana Establishment at 800 Falmouth Road, Unit 104-E, Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to deny the request of Tree Beard, Inc. d/b/a Old Soul Gardens for a Host Community Agreement for a Marijuana Establishment at 800 Falmouth Road, Unit 104-E, Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

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Authorize the Town of Mashpee through its Town Manager and DPW Director to proceed with the Route 151 Corridor Improvement Project included in the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) from the...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town of Mashpee through its Town Manager and DPW Director to proceed with the Route 151 Corridor Improvement Project included in the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) from the Mashpee Rotary to the Old Barnstable Road intersection with construction to be fully funded through state and federal monies

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to authorize the Town of Mashpee through its Town Manager and DPW Director to proceed with the Route 151 Corridor Improvement Project included in the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) from the Mashpee Rotary to the Old Barnstable Road intersection with construction to be fully funded through state and federal monies. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Weeden)

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Include an Article with language to be prepared for the Sewer Design associated to the Route 151 Corridor Improvement Project; Phase II

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To include an Article with language to be prepared for the Sewer Design associated to the Route 151 Corridor Improvement Project; Phase II

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to include an Article with language to be prepared for the Sewer Design associated to the Route 151 Corridor Improvement Project; Phase II. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

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

Approve the conditions and Operating Policies for the Operation of a Communications Center for the Town of Mashpee by the Barnstable County Sheriffs Office as recommended effective July 1,2020...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the conditions and Operating Policies for the Operation of a Communications Center for the Town of Mashpee by the Barnstable County Sheriffs Office as recommended effective July 1,2020 through June 30,2021 in the amount of$116,624.08

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the conditions and Operating Policies for the Operation of a Communications Center for the Town of Mashpee by the Barnstable County Sheriffs Office as recommended effective July 1,2020 through June 30,2021 in the amount of$116,624.08. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Grant certification of the selection process with the appointment of Zachary Good as full-time police officer

Minutes, page 10

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To grant certification of the selection process with the appointment of Zachary Good as full-time police officer

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to grant certification of the selection process with the appointment of Zachary Good as full-time police officer. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)

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

Move the following; Temporary Beach Parking and Access Restrictions(Per Order of the Board of Selectmen dated July 27, 2020) A. In accordance with applicable provisions of the Town of Nlashpee...

Minutes, page 11

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To move the following; Temporary Beach Parking and Access Restrictions(Per Order of the Board of Selectmen dated July 27, 2020) A. In accordance with applicable provisions of the Town of Nlashpee Charter, Bylaws, G.L. c: 90, §20A, and any other enabling audwrhy, the Board of Selectmen, in consideration of the COVID 1.9 State of t.naergency declared by the Governor On March 10, 2020 and the related Advisories and Guidances issued by State authorities, hereby adopts the within tenal.mrary beach parking and acr.ess restrictions. Said restrictions are deemed necessary due to recently observed overcrowding and congestion at John's Pond and other Town beaches (collectively, the "Town Beaches") in order to regulate, on a temporary basis, the size of gatherings at saic] Town Beaches for the purposes of preserving and maintaining the public health, safety and welfare and effectively regulating vehicular parking on roads in and around said Town Beaches during the COWD09 panclernic. Accordingly, it is hereby ordered: 1) Any other order, rule or regulation concerning parking adopted by the Board of Selectmen notwithstanding, no operator of any vehicle shall park or stared the same on any portion of any street or road leading to Johns Pond, specifically:, Back Road, Cranberry Avenue, Highview Averue Hilltop Road, Hoophole Road and Valley Road and as designated by the signs containing the words "NO PARKING', which signs shall be placed on such roads or portions thereof pursuant to and for

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to move the following; Temporary Beach Parking and Access Restrictions(Per Order of the Board of Selectmen dated July 27, 2020) A. In accordance with applicable provisions of the Town of Nlashpee Charter, Bylaws, G.L. c: 90, §20A, and any other enabling audwrhy, the Board of Selectmen, in consideration of the COVID 1.9 State of t.naergency declared by the Governor On March 10, 2020 and the related Advisories and Guidances issued by State authorities, hereby adopts the within tenal.mrary beach parking and acr.ess restrictions. Said restrictions are deemed necessary due to recently observed overcrowding and congestion at John's Pond and other Town beaches (collectively, the "Town Beaches") in order to regulate, on a temporary basis, the size of gatherings at saic] Town Beaches for the purposes of preserving and maintaining the public health, safety and welfare and effectively regulating vehicular parking on roads in and around said Town Beaches during the COWD09 panclernic. Accordingly, it is hereby ordered: 1) Any other order, rule or regulation concerning parking adopted by the Board of Selectmen notwithstanding, no operator of any vehicle shall park or stared the same on any portion of any street or road leading to Johns Pond, specifically:, Back Road, Cranberry Avenue, Highview Averue Hilltop Road, Hoophole Road and Valley Road and as designated by the signs containing the words "NO PARKING', which signs shall be placed on such roads or portions thereof pursuant to and for the duration of this temporary restriction. The Chief of Police and or his designees, are authorized and directed to place and erect temporarily, or cause to be so placed an(] erected, such signs on any st_rch portion of any road subject to this temporary restriction. 2) Access to Town Beaches shall be restricted to M,aslipee residents, members of the Mashpee Wanapanoag Tripe, and those with vehick- disability phWs or- placards and/or current Town Beach permits during the term of this temporary restriction. This beach access restriction is intended to advance the interests of the afore-mentioned Advisories and Guidances by preventing large gatherings at and overcrowding of the Town Beaches duhng the COVID 19 State of Emergency, All persons authorized to access said Beaches during this ternporary restriction will be expected to comply with all recommended COVID.19 safety measures, inc]uclOg appropriate social-distancing and wearing of face masks when social distancing is not possible, while on the Town Beaches. These temporary restrictions shall commence on .July 28, 20XY and shall remain in effect until rescinded by the Board of Selectmen or until the State of Emergency declared by the Governor is terminated, whichever occurs first. The Chief of Police and/or his designees are authorzed to enforce these temporary restrictions by the issrr MCP of citations and/or removal of non-compliant vehicles or persons in accorclawe with applicable laws and regulations. So Ordered. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve Petition MA2020-25 for Verizon New England, Inc. and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to relocate (2)jointly owned poles 300/2 and 300/3 on Great Hay Road North in the Town...

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Petition MA2020-25 for Verizon New England, Inc. and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to relocate (2)jointly owned poles 300/2 and 300/3 on Great Hay Road North in the Town of Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve Petition MA2020-25 for Verizon New England, Inc. and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to relocate (2)jointly owned poles 300/2 and 300/3 on Great Hay Road North in the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

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Adjourn at 8:14 p.m

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 8:14 p.m

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to adjourn at 8:14 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Gottlieb)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

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