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Mashpee Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

October 2, 2023

11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: John Cotton, David Weeden, Michaela Wyman-Colombo

Absent: Thomas O'Hara, Carol Sherman

Every vote, in order

Approve the recommendation of the DPW Director and award contracts for Salt and Agricultural By -Product to the above referenced companies as presented

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the recommendation of the DPW Director and award contracts for Salt and Agricultural By -Product to the above referenced companies as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the recommendation of the DPW Director and award contracts for Salt and Agricultural By -Product to the above referenced companies as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Certify the Hiring Process for Eric Faulkner as Firefighter/Paramedic

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To certify the Hiring Process for Eric Faulkner as Firefighter/Paramedic

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman Colombo to certify the Hiring Process for Eric Faulkner as Firefighter/Paramedic. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)

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

Approve the Special Event Application for the Annual Polar Plunge as presented

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the Special Event Application for the Annual Polar Plunge as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the Special Event Application for the Annual Polar Plunge as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Approve the Special Event Application for the Luck of the Draw Pickleball Tournament as presented

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the Special Event Application for the Luck of the Draw Pickleball Tournament as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to approve the Special Event Application for the Luck of the Draw Pickleball Tournament as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)

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

Allow Andrew McManus as President of the Cape Cod Disc Golf Club to speak during Public Comment on behalf of the association

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To allow Andrew McManus as President of the Cape Cod Disc Golf Club to speak during Public Comment on behalf of the association

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to allow Andrew McManus as President of the Cape Cod Disc Golf Club to speak during Public Comment on behalf of the association. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roil Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Approve the White Light Nation Meditation and Breakfast at the Community Park and Gazebo on October 8,15, 22 and 29, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. conditioned on the applicant Justin Gagne...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the White Light Nation Meditation and Breakfast at the Community Park and Gazebo on October 8,15, 22 and 29, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. conditioned on the applicant Justin Gagne making himself available for the clarity and understanding of the White Light Meditation event; subject to the Town Manager's approval

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the White Light Nation Meditation and Breakfast at the Community Park and Gazebo on October 8,15, 22 and 29, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. conditioned on the applicant Justin Gagne making himself available for the clarity and understanding of the White Light Meditation event; subject to the Town Manager's approval. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Appoint Roslyn Mann to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Roslyn Mann to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2026

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to appoint Roslyn Mann to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2026. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)

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

Appoint Brian Logan to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · 3–0

To appoint Brian Logan to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025

The minutes give the count as 3-0-0, but the roll call reads: John Cotton yes. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to appoint Brian Logan to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Appoint Mary "Polly" Minugh to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Mary "Polly" Minugh to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to appoint Mary "Polly" Minugh to the Community Garden Advisory Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)

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

Appoint Carolyn Szarlan to the Design Review Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2024

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Carolyn Szarlan to the Design Review Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2024

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to appoint Carolyn Szarlan to the Design Review Committee as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2024. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Enter into Executive Session at 7:22 p.m. It is moved that the Board convene in executive session to discuss the disposition and value of real property (35 Lake Avenue (Parcel 28-2-0; 409 Main...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To enter into Executive Session at 7:22 p.m. It is moved that the Board convene in executive session to discuss the disposition and value of real property (35 Lake Avenue (Parcel 28-2-0; 409 Main Street (Parcel 36-80-0); 415 Main Street (28-3-0); 0 Meetinghouse Road (Parcel 68-13B); and 0 Falmouth Road (Parcels 68-14 and 68-16)) pursuant to G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(6) and c.30B, §16, the Chair having declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. from which the Board will not reconvene in O en Session; -

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to enter into Executive Session at 7:22 p.m. It is moved that the Board convene in executive session to discuss the disposition and value of real property (35 Lake Avenue (Parcel 28-2-0; 409 Main Street (Parcel 36-80-0); 415 Main Street (28-3-0); 0 Meetinghouse Road (Parcel 68-13B); and 0 Falmouth Road (Parcels 68-14 and 68-16)) pursuant to G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(6) and c.30B, §16, the Chair having declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. from which the Board will not reconvene in O en Session; - Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: Unanimous 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)

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

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