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Mashpee Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting

November 2, 2020

13 recorded votes, 1 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 Session minutes of Monday, October 5, 2020 and Regular Session minutes of Monday, October 19,2020 as presented

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, October 5, 2020 and Regular Session minutes of Monday, October 19,2020 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, October 5, 2020 and Regular Session minutes of Monday, October 19,2020 as presented. 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 3 (PDF)

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the Public Hearing

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to close the Public Hearing. 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 5 (PDF)

Adopt the Ban on the Sale of Alcohol Nips (50 mil) (50 milliliter (ml) container), and further Ban the Sale of Alcohol Nips in Containers of up to 100 mil in size, as a Condition of any New,...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To adopt the Ban on the Sale of Alcohol Nips (50 mil) (50 milliliter (ml) container), and further Ban the Sale of Alcohol Nips in Containers of up to 100 mil in size, as a Condition of any New, Renewed and/or Transferred License for Establishments Licensed pursuant to G.L. c. 138, §15 based on Considerations of Public Health, Welfare and Safety. The Ban is applicable with the License Renewals for 2021,with an effective date of July 1,2021. If there is no serious issue of good faith to develop a solution, the ban will take effect. In the event a solution is developed there is time for the Board of Selectmen to re-consider an amendment to the license condition

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

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to adopt the Ban on the Sale of Alcohol Nips (50 mil) (50 milliliter (ml) container), and further Ban the Sale of Alcohol Nips in Containers of up to 100 mil in size, as a Condition of any New, Renewed and/or Transferred License for Establishments Licensed pursuant to G.L. c. 138, §15 based on Considerations of Public Health, Welfare and Safety. The Ban is applicable with the License Renewals for 2021,with an effective date of July 1,2021. If there is no serious issue of good faith to develop a solution, the ban will take effect. In the event a solution is developed there is time for the Board of Selectmen to re-consider an amendment to the license condition. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Motion carries. 4-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara, no Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, (1).” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Sherman)

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

Accept the recommendation of the DPW Director to increase the FY21 Snow Plow Contractor Rates as presented

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the recommendation of the DPW Director to increase the FY21 Snow Plow Contractor Rates as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the recommendation of the DPW Director to increase the FY21 Snow Plow Contractor Rates as presented. 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 8 (PDF)

Accept the letters of resignation from Irene Checkovich, Pamela McCarthy and Anthony Oliver with appreciation for their service, and to the success of the Community Garden Committee

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the letters of resignation from Irene Checkovich, Pamela McCarthy and Anthony Oliver with appreciation for their service, and to the success of the Community Garden Committee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the letters of resignation from Irene Checkovich, Pamela McCarthy and Anthony Oliver with appreciation for their service, and to the success of the Community Garden Committee. 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)

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

Approve the resignation of Marcus Hendricks from the Shellfish Commission with regret

Minutes, page 9

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the resignation of Marcus Hendricks from the Shellfish Commission with regret

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the resignation of Marcus Hendricks from the Shellfish Commission with regret. 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 9 (PDF)

Appoint the following to the Community Garden Committee; William Nay-Term to expire; June 30, 2023, Lynn Harris-Term to expire; June 30, 2022, Frank Gallello-Term to expire; June 30, 2021

Minutes, page 9

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint the following to the Community Garden Committee; William Nay-Term to expire; June 30, 2023, Lynn Harris-Term to expire; June 30, 2022, Frank Gallello-Term to expire; June 30, 2021

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint the following to the Community Garden Committee; William Nay-Term to expire; June 30, 2023, Lynn Harris-Term to expire; June 30, 2022, Frank Gallello-Term to expire; June 30, 2021. 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 9 (PDF)

Appoint Dan Kupferman to the Mashpee Inclusion & Diversity Committee with a term to expire; June 30,2022

Minutes, page 9

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Dan Kupferman to the Mashpee Inclusion & Diversity Committee with a term to expire; June 30,2022

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint Dan Kupferman to the Mashpee Inclusion & Diversity Committee with a term to expire; June 30,2022. 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 9 (PDF)

Appoint the following to the Cultural Council; Janet Wright-Term to expire; September 30, 2023, Merrill Blum-Term to expire; September 30, 2022

Minutes, page 10

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint the following to the Cultural Council; Janet Wright-Term to expire; September 30, 2023, Merrill Blum-Term to expire; September 30, 2022

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint the following to the Cultural Council; Janet Wright-Term to expire; September 30, 2023, Merrill Blum-Term to expire; September 30, 2022. 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 10 (PDF)

Appoint Darryl Christensen to the Shellfish Commission as a Recreational Representative for a term to expire; June 30, 2023

Minutes, page 10

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Darryl Christensen to the Shellfish Commission as a Recreational Representative for a term to expire; June 30, 2023

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint Darryl Christensen to the Shellfish Commission as a Recreational Representative for a term to expire; June 30, 2023. 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)

Approve payment to Cabot Risk Strategies, LLC in the amount of $1,000 as referenced

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve payment to Cabot Risk Strategies, LLC in the amount of $1,000 as referenced

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve payment to Cabot Risk Strategies, LLC in the amount of $1,000 as referenced. 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)

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

Nominate Selectman John J. Cotton as the Selectmen Representative to the Mashpee Commons Development Agreement Negotiating Team

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To nominate Selectman John J. Cotton as the Selectmen Representative to the Mashpee Commons Development Agreement Negotiating Team

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to nominate Selectman John J. Cotton as the Selectmen Representative to the Mashpee Commons Development Agreement Negotiating Team. 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 12 (PDF)

Adjourn at 8:37 p.m

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 8:37 p.m

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to adjourn at 8:37 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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