MassVoter.com← Mashpee Select BoardMashpee Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
February 27, 2023
39 recorded votes, 2 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
Table the acceptance of the referenced minutes to a future Select Board meeting
To table the acceptance of the referenced minutes to a future Select Board meeting
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to table the acceptance of the referenced minutes to a future Select Board meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Sherman, yes APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Public Comment: 111- Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
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 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)
Approve the application of Shree Kamakya Devi, Inc. d/b/a Mashpee Mini Mart, 401 Nathan Ellis Highway, Mashpee for a KENO license with a monitor conditioned upon the signage and conformance to the...
To approve the application of Shree Kamakya Devi, Inc. d/b/a Mashpee Mini Mart, 401 Nathan Ellis Highway, Mashpee for a KENO license with a monitor conditioned upon the signage and conformance to the Town's regulations and bylaws
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the application of Shree Kamakya Devi, Inc. d/b/a Mashpee Mini Mart, 401 Nathan Ellis Highway, Mashpee for a KENO license with a monitor conditioned upon the signage and conformance to the Town's regulations and bylaws. 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)
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 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)
Approve Petition #11694812 from NSTAR Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy to install conduit under the public way of Echo Road necessary to provide electric service to #29 Echo Road, Mashpee
To approve Petition #11694812 from NSTAR Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy to install conduit under the public way of Echo Road necessary to provide electric service to #29 Echo Road, Mashpee
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve Petition #11694812 from NSTAR Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy to install conduit under the public way of Echo Road necessary to provide electric service to #29 Echo Road, Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Eversource Easement WO#239659810240/010, 020,030 & 040PD relative to 101 Red Brook Road, Mashpee as presented
To approve the Eversource Easement WO#239659810240/010, 020,030 & 040PD relative to 101 Red Brook Road, Mashpee as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the Eversource Easement WO#239659810240/010, 020,030 & 040PD relative to 101 Red Brook Road, Mashpee as presented. 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: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. 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: O'Hara, second: Sherman)
Approve the application of Quashnet D&W, LLC d/b/a Valley Grille for a Transfer of Alcoholic Beverages License; #004-RS-0670, 309 Old Barnstable Road, Mashpee as presented
To approve the application of Quashnet D&W, LLC d/b/a Valley Grille for a Transfer of Alcoholic Beverages License; #004-RS-0670, 309 Old Barnstable Road, Mashpee as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the application of Quashnet D&W, LLC d/b/a Valley Grille for a Transfer of Alcoholic Beverages License; #004-RS-0670, 309 Old Barnstable Road, Mashpee 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: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Accept the resignation of Rachael Hicks from the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Hicks for her service
To accept the resignation of Rachael Hicks from the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Hicks for her service
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to accept the resignation of Rachael Hicks from the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Hicks for her service. 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)
Rescind and reappoint Dawn M. Thayer to the Community Preservation Committee as an At Large member
To rescind and reappoint Dawn M. Thayer to the Community Preservation Committee as an At Large member
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to rescind and reappoint Dawn M. Thayer to the Community Preservation Committee as an At Large member. 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)
Approve the Mashpee Boosters Club Annual Psychic Fair and request for a Temporary Permit as presented
To approve the Mashpee Boosters Club Annual Psychic Fair and request for a Temporary Permit as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Mashpee Boosters Club Annual Psychic Fair and request for a Temporary Permit as presented. 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)
Approve the Mashpee Gardeners Annual Plant Sale and request for a Temporary Permit as presented
To approve the Mashpee Gardeners Annual Plant Sale and request for a Temporary Permit as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Mashpee Gardeners Annual Plant Sale and request for a Temporary Permit 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)
Approve and recommend the allocation of funds to cover the shortfall in the Fire Department Salary Account
To approve and recommend the allocation of funds to cover the shortfall in the Fire Department Salary Account
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the allocation of funds to cover the shortfall in the Fire Department Salary Account. 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)
HOLD this article
To HOLD this article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to HOLD this article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Edward A. Baker Boat Ramp at Pirate's Cove Improvement Project Phase H
To approve and recommend the Edward A. Baker Boat Ramp at Pirate's Cove Improvement Project Phase H
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Edward A. Baker Boat Ramp at Pirate's Cove Improvement Project Phase H. 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)
Remove the 18-Hole Disc Golf Course Project
To remove the 18-Hole Disc Golf Course Project
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to remove the 18-Hole Disc Golf Course Project. 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)
Approve and recommend the Affordable Housing Trust article
To approve and recommend the Affordable Housing Trust article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Affordable Housing Trust article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Le Clair Village Affordable Housing project
To approve and recommend the Le Clair Village Affordable Housing project
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Le Clair Village Affordable Housing project. 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)
Approve the recommend the Annual Town Report article
To approve the recommend the Annual Town Report article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the recommend the Annual Town Report article. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. 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: Sherman)
Approve and recommend the Omnibus Budget article
To approve and recommend the Omnibus Budget article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Omnibus Budget article. 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)
Approve and recommend the OPEB article
To approve and recommend the OPEB article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the OPEB article. 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)
Approve and recommend the expenditure limits of the Revolving Funds
To approve and recommend the expenditure limits of the Revolving Funds
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the expenditure limits of the Revolving Funds. 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)
Approve and recommend the Injury on Duty Fund
To approve and recommend the Injury on Duty Fund
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Injury on Duty Fund. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. 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: Sherman)
HOLD the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund article
To HOLD the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to HOLD the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund article. 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)
Approve and recommended the Phase I Wastewater article
To approve and recommended the Phase I Wastewater article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommended the Phase I Wastewater article. 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)
HOLD the Chapter 90 article
To HOLD the Chapter 90 article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to HOLD the Chapter 90 article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Kids Klub Enterprise Fund
To approve and recommend the Kids Klub Enterprise Fund
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Kids Klub Enterprise Fund. 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)
Approve and recommend the CPC Administrative/Operating budget
To approve and recommend the CPC Administrative/Operating budget
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the CPC Administrative/Operating budget. 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)
Approve and recommend the MWPAT article
To approve and recommend the MWPAT article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the MWPAT article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Lease of Land article
To approve and recommend the Lease of Land article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Lease of Land article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Human Services Opiod Settlement Account article
To approve and recommend the Human Services Opiod Settlement Account article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Human Services Opiod Settlement Account article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Santuit Pond Prohibited Uses article
To approve and recommend the Santuit Pond Prohibited Uses article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Santuit Pond Prohibited Uses article. 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)
Approve and recommend the DNR - Part-time Administrative Secretary article
To approve and recommend the DNR - Part-time Administrative Secretary article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the DNR - Part-time Administrative Secretary article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Waterways Projects article
To approve and recommend the Waterways Projects article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Waterways Projects article. 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)
Approve and recommend the Library article
To approve and recommend the Library article
Yes: Cotton, Sherman, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: O'Hara
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Library article. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, abstained Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Circulation Assistant position to the Library
To approve and recommend the Circulation Assistant position to the Library
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Circulation Assistant position to the Library. 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)
Approve and recommend the article to increase the current buffer zone
To approve and recommend the article to increase the current buffer zone
Yes: Cotton, Sherman, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboNo: O'Hara
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the article to increase the current buffer zone. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-1. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, no Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, (1).” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
Approve and recommend the increase to the buffer zone and Naturally Vegetated Buffer Strip article
To approve and recommend the increase to the buffer zone and Naturally Vegetated Buffer Strip article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the increase to the buffer zone and Naturally Vegetated Buffer Strip article. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, absent Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
Adjourn at 9:47 p.m
To adjourn at 9:47 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adjourn at 9:47 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Enclosures: Public Comment Memo CCC - 2022 Year in Review Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
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