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March 21, 2022
26 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Carol Sherman, David Weeden, Andrew Gottlieb, John Cotton, Thomas O'Hara
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 28, 2022 and Monday, March 7, 2022 as presented
To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 28, 2022 and Monday, March 7, 2022 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 28, 2022 and Monday, March 7, 2022 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Certify and confirm the Hiring Process for the appointment of John Phelan as Fire Chief effective April 22, 2022
To certify and confirm the Hiring Process for the appointment of John Phelan as Fire Chief effective April 22, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to certify and confirm the Hiring Process for the appointment of John Phelan as Fire Chief effective April 22, 2022. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Approve the Special Event Application of Heroes in Transition for the annual Ruck4HIT relay race within the Town of Mashpee as detailed to include the Temporary Sign Permit Application as referenced
To approve the Special Event Application of Heroes in Transition for the annual Ruck4HIT relay race within the Town of Mashpee as detailed to include the Temporary Sign Permit Application as referenced
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the Special Event Application of Heroes in Transition for the annual Ruck4HIT relay race within the Town of Mashpee as detailed to include the Temporary Sign Permit Application as referenced. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Unfortunately accept the recommendation of the DNR Director and decline the Special Event Application of Cabin Fever Bass Club due to current pond conditions sending a letter to the applicant...
To unfortunately accept the recommendation of the DNR Director and decline the Special Event Application of Cabin Fever Bass Club due to current pond conditions sending a letter to the applicant explaining the reasoning for the denial
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to unfortunately accept the recommendation of the DNR Director and decline the Special Event Application of Cabin Fever Bass Club due to current pond conditions sending a letter to the applicant explaining the reasoning for the denial. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Accept the Letter of Resignation from Steven H. Cook from the Planning & Construction Committee as referenced sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Cook for his service to the Town of Mashpee
To accept the Letter of Resignation from Steven H. Cook from the Planning & Construction Committee as referenced sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Cook for his service to the Town of Mashpee
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the Letter of Resignation from Steven H. Cook from the Planning & Construction Committee as referenced sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Cook for his service to the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Appoint Rachael M. Hicks to the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee as a Member at Large for a term to expire; June 30, 2022
To appoint Rachael M. Hicks to the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee as a Member at Large for a term to expire; June 30, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint Rachael M. Hicks to the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee as a Member at Large for a term to expire; June 30, 2022. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Weeden)
Appoint Colleen Meehan and Merrill Blum to the Americans with Disabilities Act Committee as recommended
To appoint Colleen Meehan and Merrill Blum to the Americans with Disabilities Act Committee as recommended
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint Colleen Meehan and Merrill Blum to the Americans with Disabilities Act Committee as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Appoint George Schmidt, Meredith Kilpatrick and Andrew Varelas as Election Wardens with terms to expire; March 31, 2025
To appoint George Schmidt, Meredith Kilpatrick and Andrew Varelas as Election Wardens with terms to expire; March 31, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appoint George Schmidt, Meredith Kilpatrick and Andrew Varelas as Election Wardens with terms to expire; March 31, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Approve Policy No. 050 as amended
To approve Policy No. 050 as amended
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve Policy No. 050 as amended. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Continue the Public Hearing on the 2022 Shellfish Regulations to May 16, 2022
To continue the Public Hearing on the 2022 Shellfish Regulations to May 16, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to continue the Public Hearing on the 2022 Shellfish Regulations to May 16, 2022. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Approve the 2022 Seasonal Alcoholic Beverages and Entertainment License Renewals as referenced
To approve the 2022 Seasonal Alcoholic Beverages and Entertainment License Renewals as referenced
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve the 2022 Seasonal Alcoholic Beverages and Entertainment License Renewals as referenced. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Cable Television Renewal License granted to Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC as recommended
To approve the Cable Television Renewal License granted to Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC as recommended
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Cable Television Renewal License granted to Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Appropriate a sum of money not to exceed $300,000 to fund the projected deficit in the Snow & Ice Account
To appropriate a sum of money not to exceed $300,000 to fund the projected deficit in the Snow & Ice Account
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appropriate a sum of money not to exceed $300,000 to fund the projected deficit in the Snow & Ice Account. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Include and support Article I as presented
To include and support Article I as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to include and support Article I as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Remove Article 20 from the Special Town Meeting warrant
To remove Article 20 from the Special Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to remove Article 20 from the Special Town Meeting warrant. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Appropriate a sum of money not to exceed $750,000 to fund the Chapter 90 Road Improvement Program; including and supporting this article as presented
To appropriate a sum of money not to exceed $750,000 to fund the Chapter 90 Road Improvement Program; including and supporting this article as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to appropriate a sum of money not to exceed $750,000 to fund the Chapter 90 Road Improvement Program; including and supporting this article as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Make no recommendation on Petition Article 23
To make no recommendation on Petition Article 23
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to make no recommendation on Petition Article 23. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Make no recommendation on Petition Article 24
To make no recommendation on Petition Article 24
Yes: Cotton, Gottlieb, O'Hara, ShermanNo: Weeden
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to make no recommendation on Petition Article 24. Motion seconded O'Hara. VOTE: 4-1. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, no Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, (1).” (Motion: Cotton)
Make no recommendation on Petition Article 25
To make no recommendation on Petition Article 25
Yes: Cotton, O'HaraNo: Gottlieb, Sherman, Weeden
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to make no recommendation on Petition Article 25. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 2-3. Motion does not carry. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, no Selectman Weeden, no Selectman Gottlieb, no Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, (3).” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Take no position on Petition Article 25
To take no position on Petition Article 25
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to take no position on Petition Article 25. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Support Petition Article 26
To support Petition Article 26
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to support Petition Article 26. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Defer action to await the Planning Board's decision
To defer action to await the Planning Board's decision. The motion and recommendation would be made at the meeting prior to Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to defer action to await the Planning Board's decision. The motion and recommendation would be made at the meeting prior to Town Meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Cotton)
Execute the May 2, 2022 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants as amended tonight
To execute the May 2, 2022 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants as amended tonight
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to execute the May 2, 2022 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants as amended tonight. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Approve and execute the May 7, 202 Annual Town Election Warrant with (1) Non -Binding Public Advisory Question
To approve and execute the May 7, 202 Annual Town Election Warrant with (1) Non -Binding Public Advisory Question
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve and execute the May 7, 202 Annual Town Election Warrant with (1) Non -Binding Public Advisory Question. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: O'Hara)
Adjourn at 8:21 p.m
To adjourn at 8:21 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to adjourn at 8:21 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
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