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March 13, 2023
18 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
Approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 13, 2023 as amended
To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 13, 2023 as amended
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 13, 2023 as amended. 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 the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 27, 2023 as presented
To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 27, 2023 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 27, 2023 as presented. 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)
Continue the Public Hearing relative to the removal of Mohamad Fand from the Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee; pursuant to Section 7-9 of the Mashpee Charter to an amicable date to be...
To continue the Public Hearing relative to the removal of Mohamad Fand from the Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee; pursuant to Section 7-9 of the Mashpee Charter to an amicable date to be determined
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to continue the Public Hearing relative to the removal of Mohamad Fand from the Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee; pursuant to Section 7-9 of the Mashpee Charter to an amicable date to be determined. 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 Annual Events and Temporary Sign Permits as presented and sponsored by the Recreation Department
To approve the Annual Events and Temporary Sign Permits as presented and sponsored by the Recreation Department
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Annual Events and Temporary Sign Permits as presented and sponsored by the Recreation Department. 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 request of Kimberly Lopes -Costa to approve the Refinancing of the Deed Restricted Property Loan Commitment, and further authorize the Town Manager to execute any required documents on...
To approve the request of Kimberly Lopes -Costa to approve the Refinancing of the Deed Restricted Property Loan Commitment, and further authorize the Town Manager to execute any required documents on the Select Board's behalf
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the request of Kimberly Lopes -Costa to approve the Refinancing of the Deed Restricted Property Loan Commitment, and further authorize the Town Manager to execute any required documents on the Select Board's behalf. 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)
Add the new Article 11 to the Town Meeting warrant, approving and recommending the article proposed to borrow the sum of $8,000,000 for the purposes of paying costs associated to the above...
To add the new Article 11 to the Town Meeting warrant, approving and recommending the article proposed to borrow the sum of $8,000,000 for the purposes of paying costs associated to the above referenced capital improvement projects
Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, Wyman-ColomboNo: Weeden
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to add the new Article 11 to the Town Meeting warrant, approving and recommending the article proposed to borrow the sum of $8,000,000 for the purposes of paying costs associated to the above referenced capital improvement projects. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: 4-1. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, no Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, (1).” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
Approve and recommend Article 2 to fund the Capital Stabilization Fund as presented
To approve and recommend Article 2 to fund the Capital Stabilization Fund as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 2 to fund the Capital Stabilization Fund 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 and recommend Article 4 to fund the Quashnet School Playground as presented
To approve and recommend Article 4 to fund the Quashnet School Playground as presented
The minutes give the count as 5-0-0, but the roll call reads: David Weeden no, John Cotton no, Thomas O'Hara no, Carol Sherman no, Michaela Wyman-Colombo no. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 4 to fund the Quashnet School Playground as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, no Selectman Cotton, no Selectman O'Hara, no Selectman Sherman, no Selectman Wyman -Colombo, no Opposed, (5).” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
HOLD Article 4 for further clarity
To HOLD Article 4 for further clarity
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to HOLD Article 4 for further clarity. 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 Article 3 to fund the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as presented
To approve and recommend Article 3 to fund the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 3 to fund the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 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 Article 4 to fund the Cape Cod Regional Technical School budget as presented
To approve and recommend Article 4 to fund the Cape Cod Regional Technical School budget as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 4 to fund the Cape Cod Regional Technical School budget 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 Article 5 to fund the Cape Cod Regional Technical School District Building project budget as presented
To approve and recommend Article 5 to fund the Cape Cod Regional Technical School District Building project budget as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 5 to fund the Cape Cod Regional Technical School District Building project budget 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: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend Article 9 to establish the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund as presented
To approve and recommend Article 9 to establish the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 9 to establish the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund 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 Article 12 to fund Road Improvement Projects under Chapter 90 as presented
To approve and recommend Article 12 to fund Road Improvement Projects under Chapter 90 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend Article 12 to fund Road Improvement Projects under Chapter 90 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)
Approve and recommend Article 34 to fund the Fire Department Salary Account as presented
To approve and recommend Article 34 to fund the Fire Department Salary Account as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend Article 34 to fund the Fire Department Salary Account 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)
Add to the Select Board's Agenda, the unanticipated topic; Approval to Deficit Spend the Snow & Ice Account
To add to the Select Board's Agenda, the unanticipated topic; Approval to Deficit Spend the Snow & Ice Account
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the Select Board's Agenda, the unanticipated topic; Approval to Deficit Spend the Snow & Ice 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)
Authorize deficit spending as necessary to offset the Snow & Ice Account
To authorize deficit spending as necessary to offset the Snow & Ice Account
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to authorize deficit spending as necessary to offset the Snow & Ice Account. 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)
Adjourn at 9:13 p.m
To adjourn at 9:13 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adjourn at 9:13 p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Enclosure: Public Comment; Handout Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Sherman)
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