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Mashpee Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

September 19, 2022

14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

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

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Defer approval of the September 12, 2022 minutes to the next meeting

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To defer approval of the September 12, 2022 minutes to the next meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to defer approval of the September 12, 2022 minutes to the next meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the Special Event Application of the Community Healing Event, One Shared Spirit, Inc. on September 25, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as presented

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the Special Event Application of the Community Healing Event, One Shared Spirit, Inc. on September 25, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Special Event Application of the Community Healing Event, One Shared Spirit, Inc. on September 25, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the Modification of the Temporary Sign Permit Application for the Community Hiking Events as referenced with the amendment for 9 signs instead of 3

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the Modification of the Temporary Sign Permit Application for the Community Hiking Events as referenced with the amendment for 9 signs instead of 3

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Modification of the Temporary Sign Permit Application for the Community Hiking Events as referenced with the amendment for 9 signs instead of 3. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Accept the resignation of MaryKate O'Brien from the Cultural Council with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. O'Brien for her support to the Town of Mashpee

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To accept the resignation of MaryKate O'Brien from the Cultural Council with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. O'Brien for her support to the Town of Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to accept the resignation of MaryKate O'Brien from the Cultural Council with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. O'Brien for her support to the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Accept the resignation of Kripani Patel from the Board of Health as a Member At -Large with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Patel for her support to the Town of Mashpee

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To accept the resignation of Kripani Patel from the Board of Health as a Member At -Large with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Patel for her support to the Town of Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to accept the resignation of Kripani Patel from the Board of Health as a Member At -Large with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Patel for her support to the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Accept the resignation of Joseph Salvo as an Election Warden with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Salvo for his support to the Town of Mashpee

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To accept the resignation of Joseph Salvo as an Election Warden with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Salvo for his support to the Town of Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to accept the resignation of Joseph Salvo as an Election Warden with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Salvo for his support to the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Accept the resignation of Don MacDonald from the Waterways Commission as a Member At -Large with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. McDonald for his support to the Town of Mashpee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To accept the resignation of Don MacDonald from the Waterways Commission as a Member At -Large with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. McDonald for his support to the Town of Mashpee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to accept the resignation of Don MacDonald from the Waterways Commission as a Member At -Large with regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. McDonald for his support to the Town of Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Certify and confirm the Hiring Process relative to the appointment of Zackary Seabury as Health Agent

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To certify and confirm the Hiring Process relative to the appointment of Zackary Seabury as Health Agent

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to certify and confirm the Hiring Process relative to the appointment of Zackary Seabury as Health Agent. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Authorize the use of Barnstable County ARPA Funds in the amount of $657,653.41, and the use of Federal ARPA Funds in the amount of $694,196.59, for Phase I Alternate #3 as outlined; authorizing...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To authorize the use of Barnstable County ARPA Funds in the amount of $657,653.41, and the use of Federal ARPA Funds in the amount of $694,196.59, for Phase I Alternate #3 as outlined; authorizing the Town Manager to execute all documents with regards to this matter as authorized by the Mashpee Select Board

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to authorize the use of Barnstable County ARPA Funds in the amount of $657,653.41, and the use of Federal ARPA Funds in the amount of $694,196.59, for Phase I Alternate #3 as outlined; authorizing the Town Manager to execute all documents with regards to this matter as authorized by the Mashpee Select Board. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Authorize the use of Federal (local) ARPA Funds in the amount of $250,000 to fund a Notice of Project Change of the proposed Phase II Wastewater Project, authorizing the Town Manager to execute...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To authorize the use of Federal (local) ARPA Funds in the amount of $250,000 to fund a Notice of Project Change of the proposed Phase II Wastewater Project, authorizing the Town Manager to execute all documents with regards to this matter as authorized by the Select Board. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara

From the minutes

“Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton to authorize the use of Federal (local) ARPA Funds in the amount of $250,000 to fund a Notice of Project Change of the proposed Phase II Wastewater Project, authorizing the Town Manager to execute all documents with regards to this matter as authorized by the Select Board. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (second: Cotton)

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

Approve and accept the Shellfish "Seed" Donation in the amount of S3,350 to support Shellfish/Natural Resources propagation pending an opinion from Town Counsel if it is preferable to receive the...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve and accept the Shellfish "Seed" Donation in the amount of S3,350 to support Shellfish/Natural Resources propagation pending an opinion from Town Counsel if it is preferable to receive the donation as a personal donation rather than a development group

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and accept the Shellfish "Seed" Donation in the amount of S3,350 to support Shellfish/Natural Resources propagation pending an opinion from Town Counsel if it is preferable to receive the donation as a personal donation rather than a development group. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)

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

Table this agenda topic to the next meeting

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To table this agenda topic to the next meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to table this agenda topic to the next meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

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

Authorize the Town Manager through Town Counsel to respond to the Open Meeting Law complaint

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To authorize the Town Manager through Town Counsel to respond to the Open Meeting Law complaint

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to authorize the Town Manager through Town Counsel to respond to the Open Meeting Law complaint. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

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

Adjourn at 8:33 p.m

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To adjourn at 8:33 p.m

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adjourn at 8:33 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

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

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