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Mashpee Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

February 13, 2023

14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: David Weeden, John Cotton, Thomas O'Hara, Carol Sherman, Michaela Wyman-Colombo

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; January 9, 2023 as amended

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; January 9, 2023 as amended

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; January 9, 2023 as amended. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Joint Meeting with the Affordable Housing Trust minutes and Regular Session minutes of Monday; January 23, 2023 as presented

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Joint Meeting with the Affordable Housing Trust minutes and Regular Session minutes of Monday; January 23, 2023 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to approve the Joint Meeting with the Affordable Housing Trust minutes and Regular Session minutes of Monday; January 23, 2023 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Sherman, yes APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Public Comment: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, 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 Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Acting as the Local Licensing Authority of the Town of Mashpee approve the application of Amy Perry Erickson for the operation of (1) vehicle for Livery/Vehicle for Hire Service conditional on the...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Acting as the Local Licensing Authority of the Town of Mashpee approve the application of Amy Perry Erickson for the operation of (1) vehicle for Livery/Vehicle for Hire Service conditional on the endorsement of the Mashpee Police Department

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton Acting as the Local Licensing Authority of the Town of Mashpee approve the application of Amy Perry Erickson for the operation of (1) vehicle for Livery/Vehicle for Hire Service conditional on the endorsement of the Mashpee Police Department. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Continue the Public Hearing on the New KENO License Application pf Shree Kamakya Devi, Inc. d/b/a Mashpee Mini Mart to Monday; February 27, 2023 at a time to be determined

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To continue the Public Hearing on the New KENO License Application pf Shree Kamakya Devi, Inc. d/b/a Mashpee Mini Mart to Monday; February 27, 2023 at a time to be determined

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to continue the Public Hearing on the New KENO License Application pf Shree Kamakya Devi, Inc. d/b/a Mashpee Mini Mart to Monday; February 27, 2023 at a time to be determined. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Appoint the following to the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee as recommended and amended; Rodney Collins Town Manager or his designee Wayne Taylor Assistant Town Manager Chief Jack Phelan Fire...

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint the following to the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee as recommended and amended; Rodney Collins Town Manager or his designee Wayne Taylor Assistant Town Manager Chief Jack Phelan Fire Department/Emergency Management Chief Scott Carline Police Department Evan Lehrer Town Planner Catherine Laurent Public Works Director Ashley Fisher Natural Resources Director Andrew McManus Conservation Agent Zachary Seabury Health Agent And, the following representatives to be determined; Tribe representative Planning/Community Development member Resident (recommend 2-3 members at large)

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to appoint the following to the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee as recommended and amended; Rodney Collins Town Manager or his designee Wayne Taylor Assistant Town Manager Chief Jack Phelan Fire Department/Emergency Management Chief Scott Carline Police Department Evan Lehrer Town Planner Catherine Laurent Public Works Director Ashley Fisher Natural Resources Director Andrew McManus Conservation Agent Zachary Seabury Health Agent And, the following representatives to be determined; Tribe representative Planning/Community Development member Resident (recommend 2-3 members at large) Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Endorse and appoint Christopher Avis as Shellfish Constable for a 3-year term as per M.G.L. Ch. 130 §98

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To endorse and appoint Christopher Avis as Shellfish Constable for a 3-year term as per M.G.L. Ch. 130 §98

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to endorse and appoint Christopher Avis as Shellfish Constable for a 3-year term as per M.G.L. Ch. 130 §98. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Appoint Rick Cayer to the EDIC as the Commercial Representative

Minutes, page 8

AppointPassed · 4–1

To appoint Rick Cayer to the EDIC as the Commercial Representative

Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, WeedenNo: Wyman-Colombo

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to appoint Rick Cayer to the EDIC as the Commercial Representative. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Motion carries. 4-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, no Opposed, (1).” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

Approve and ratify the agreement between Save Popponesset Bay, Inc. and the Town of Mashpee an Easement Agreement as presented

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve and ratify the agreement between Save Popponesset Bay, Inc. and the Town of Mashpee an Easement Agreement as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and ratify the agreement between Save Popponesset Bay, Inc. and the Town of Mashpee an Easement Agreement as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Accept the recommendation of the Town Clerk to move the Town of Mashpee precincts as identified

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the recommendation of the Town Clerk to move the Town of Mashpee precincts as identified

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to accept the recommendation of the Town Clerk to move the Town of Mashpee precincts as identified. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the Early Vote In -Person as presented

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Early Vote In -Person as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Early Vote In -Person as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Recommend the Town move forward with the Charter Review process and form a Charter Review Committee nominating Selectman Carol A. Sherman as a Select Board representative

Minutes, page 10

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recommend the Town move forward with the Charter Review process and form a Charter Review Committee nominating Selectman Carol A. Sherman as a Select Board representative

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to recommend the Town move forward with the Charter Review process and form a Charter Review Committee nominating Selectman Carol A. Sherman as a Select Board representative. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

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

Nominate Selectman David R. Weeden to serve on the Charter Review Committee as a Select Board representative

Minutes, page 10

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To nominate Selectman David R. Weeden to serve on the Charter Review Committee as a Select Board representative

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to nominate Selectman David R. Weeden to serve on the Charter Review Committee as a Select Board representative. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Adjourn at 8:27 p.m

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 8:27 p.m

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to adjourn at 8:27 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)

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

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