MassVoter.com← Mashpee Select BoardMashpee Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
June 6, 2022
19 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Andrew Gottlieb, David Weeden, John Cotton, Thomas O'Hara, Carol Sherman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, May 16, 2022 and Monday; May 23, 2022 as presented
To approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, May 16, 2022 and Monday; May 23, 2022 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the Regular and Executive Session minutes of Monday, May 16, 2022 and Monday; May 23, 2022 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Special Event Application for the Head of the Ponds Regatta on September 11, 2022 (rain date September 12, 2022) as presented
To approve the Special Event Application for the Head of the Ponds Regatta on September 11, 2022 (rain date September 12, 2022) as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Special Event Application for the Head of the Ponds Regatta on September 11, 2022 (rain date September 12, 2022) as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Weeden)
Approve the application of Fresh Market, LLC for a New Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License at 259 Shore Drive, Unit #1, Mashpee, Megan A. Burdick, Manager as provided
To approve the application of Fresh Market, LLC for a New Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License at 259 Shore Drive, Unit #1, Mashpee, Megan A. Burdick, Manager as provided
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the application of Fresh Market, LLC for a New Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License at 259 Shore Drive, Unit #1, Mashpee, Megan A. Burdick, Manager as provided. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
Certify the Hiring Process for Firefighter/EMT Sean Clifford as presented
To certify the Hiring Process for Firefighter/EMT Sean Clifford as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to certify the Hiring Process for Firefighter/EMT Sean Clifford as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Approve the Award of Contracts for the New Annual Bids as identified
To approve the Award of Contracts for the New Annual Bids as identified
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Award of Contracts for the New Annual Bids as identified. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Award of Contracts for the Annual Bids (Extension) as identified
To approve the Award of Contracts for the Annual Bids (Extension) as identified
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Award of Contracts for the Annual Bids (Extension) as identified. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Accept Change Order #1 associated to the MMHS Track & Field project as identified resulting in a net project decrease of $4,310.33
To accept Change Order #1 associated to the MMHS Track & Field project as identified resulting in a net project decrease of $4,310.33
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to accept Change Order #1 associated to the MMHS Track & Field project as identified resulting in a net project decrease of $4,310.33. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
Approve the recommendation of the DPW Director to accept the contracts to Atlantic Petroleum and Sprague Operating Resources
To approve the recommendation of the DPW Director to accept the contracts to Atlantic Petroleum and Sprague Operating Resources
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the recommendation of the DPW Director to accept the contracts to Atlantic Petroleum and Sprague Operating Resources. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Approve the annual contract for the Operation of the Transfer Station and Hauling of Recyclables to Gotta Do Contracting, LLC of Jordan, NY for FY23
To approve the annual contract for the Operation of the Transfer Station and Hauling of Recyclables to Gotta Do Contracting, LLC of Jordan, NY for FY23
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the annual contract for the Operation of the Transfer Station and Hauling of Recyclables to Gotta Do Contracting, LLC of Jordan, NY for FY23. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve a One -Year Extension of License to Gotta Do Contracting for the Operation of the Transfer Station with new conditions to reduce the allowable use of the property as identified
To approve a One -Year Extension of License to Gotta Do Contracting for the Operation of the Transfer Station with new conditions to reduce the allowable use of the property as identified
Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, WeedenNo: Gottlieb
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve a One -Year Extension of License to Gotta Do Contracting for the Operation of the Transfer Station with new conditions to reduce the allowable use of the property as identified. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-1. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, no Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, (1).” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Authorize the Recreation Director to move forward with the Summer Gate Attendant proposal at the Great River Boat Ramp if seasonal staffing is adequately provided
To authorize the Recreation Director to move forward with the Summer Gate Attendant proposal at the Great River Boat Ramp if seasonal staffing is adequately provided
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to authorize the Recreation Director to move forward with the Summer Gate Attendant proposal at the Great River Boat Ramp if seasonal staffing is adequately provided. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Sherman)
Approve the collaborative research project between the Town of Mashpee and the Aquaculture Research Corporation
To approve the collaborative research project between the Town of Mashpee and the Aquaculture Research Corporation
Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, WeedenAbstained: Gottlieb
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the collaborative research project between the Town of Mashpee and the Aquaculture Research Corporation. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, abstained Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
Adopt the proposed amendments to the new 2022 Town of Mashpee Shellfish Regulations (final draft)
To adopt the proposed amendments to the new 2022 Town of Mashpee Shellfish Regulations (final draft)
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adopt the proposed amendments to the new 2022 Town of Mashpee Shellfish Regulations (final draft). Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
Authorize the Town Manager to negotiate a Host Community Agreement with Tradesman Exchange, LLC and return to the Select Board for approval
To authorize the Town Manager to negotiate a Host Community Agreement with Tradesman Exchange, LLC and return to the Select Board for approval
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to authorize the Town Manager to negotiate a Host Community Agreement with Tradesman Exchange, LLC and return to the Select Board for approval. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Weeden)
Send a letter of response to the ACLU; Draft #2
To send a letter of response to the ACLU; Draft #2
Yes: Gottlieb, WeedenNo: O'Hara, ShermanAbstained: Cotton
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to send a letter of response to the ACLU; Draft #2. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 2-2-1. Motion fails. Roll Call vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, abstained Selectman O'Hara, no Selectman Sherman, no Opposed (2).” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Weeden)
Send a letter of acknowledgement of receipt of the letter from ACLU along with a copy of the Select Board's Public Participation at Public Meetings Policy
To send a letter of acknowledgement of receipt of the letter from ACLU along with a copy of the Select Board's Public Participation at Public Meetings Policy
Yes: Gottlieb, O'Hara, Sherman, WeedenAbstained: Cotton
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to send a letter of acknowledgement of receipt of the letter from ACLU along with a copy of the Select Board's Public Participation at Public Meetings Policy. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 4-0-1. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, abstained Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Gottlieb, second: Weeden)
Adjourn at 8:49 p.m. The Board shall convene in executive session pursuant to MGL c. 30A, §21 (a) (3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of litigation...
To adjourn at 8:49 p.m. The Board shall convene in executive session pursuant to MGL c. 30A, §21 (a) (3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of litigation (Conservation Law Foundation) with the chair declaring such discussion in an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Board. The Select Board will not reconvene in Open Session. The Chair so declared that an open meeting on these issues may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adjourn at 8:49 p.m. The Board shall convene in executive session pursuant to MGL c. 30A, §21 (a) (3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of litigation (Conservation Law Foundation) with the chair declaring such discussion in an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Board. The Select Board will not reconvene in Open Session. The Chair so declared that an open meeting on these issues may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
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