MassVoter.com← Mashpee Select BoardMashpee Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
March 11, 2024
24 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John Cotton, Thomas O'Hara, Carol Sherman, David Weeden, Michaela Wyman-Colombo
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 12, 2024 and Tuesday, February 20, 2024 as presented
To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 12, 2024 and Tuesday, February 20, 2024 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 12, 2024 and Tuesday, February 20, 2024 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, 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: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the New Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store License of the Abdul Hafeez Mian d/b/a Mashpee Country Store, Abdul Hafeez Mian, Manager, 387 Main Street, Mashpee
To approve the New Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store License of the Abdul Hafeez Mian d/b/a Mashpee Country Store, Abdul Hafeez Mian, Manager, 387 Main Street, Mashpee
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the New Seasonal All Alcohol Package Store License of the Abdul Hafeez Mian d/b/a Mashpee Country Store, Abdul Hafeez Mian, Manager, 387 Main Street, Mashpee. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Certify the Hiring Process and Confirmation of Appointment of Curt Curry as Director of Information Technology
To Certify the Hiring Process and Confirmation of Appointment of Curt Curry as Director of Information Technology
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to Certify the Hiring Process and Confirmation of Appointment of Curt Curry as Director of Information Technology. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Award a contract to Performance Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in the amount of $1,518,824 as recommended
To award a contract to Performance Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in the amount of $1,518,824 as recommended
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to award a contract to Performance Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in the amount of $1,518,824 as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Award a Negotiated Contract Fee for the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services to Anser Advisory for the (2) Mashpee School HVAC projects
To award a Negotiated Contract Fee for the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services to Anser Advisory for the (2) Mashpee School HVAC projects
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to award a Negotiated Contract Fee for the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services to Anser Advisory for the (2) Mashpee School HVAC projects. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Special Event Application authorizing the planting of the Atlantic White Cedar trees as presented
To approve the Special Event Application authorizing the planting of the Atlantic White Cedar trees as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the Special Event Application authorizing the planting of the Atlantic White Cedar trees as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Sherman)
Approve the recommendation of the Human Services Committee and appoint Karen Yetra as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2024
To approve the recommendation of the Human Services Committee and appoint Karen Yetra as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the recommendation of the Human Services Committee and appoint Karen Yetra as a Member at Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2024. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Sherman)
Appoint Marie Younger Blackburn to the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission as the Town of Mashpee Liaison
To appoint Marie Younger Blackburn to the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission as the Town of Mashpee Liaison
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to appoint Marie Younger Blackburn to the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission as the Town of Mashpee Liaison. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Change the purpose of the FY2024 Capital Bond to fund the DPW Masonry Wall and Police Station Design/Engineering projects
To change the purpose of the FY2024 Capital Bond to fund the DPW Masonry Wall and Police Station Design/Engineering projects
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to change the purpose of the FY2024 Capital Bond to fund the DPW Masonry Wall and Police Station Design/Engineering projects. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Add to the warrant the DPW Masonry Wall Restoration and Police Station Design Engineering projects to the May 6, 2024 Town Meeting Warrant for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board...
To add to the warrant the DPW Masonry Wall Restoration and Police Station Design Engineering projects to the May 6, 2024 Town Meeting Warrant for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the warrant the DPW Masonry Wall Restoration and Police Station Design Engineering projects to the May 6, 2024 Town Meeting Warrant for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Add to the warrant of May 6, 2024, the authorization to extend the appropriation for the Mashpee Middle -High School Parking Lot for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting...
To add to the warrant of May 6, 2024, the authorization to extend the appropriation for the Mashpee Middle -High School Parking Lot for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the warrant of May 6, 2024, the authorization to extend the appropriation for the Mashpee Middle -High School Parking Lot for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman)
Add to the warrant the DNR Capital Building Funds to the May 6, 2024 Town Meeting Warrant for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024
To add to the warrant the DNR Capital Building Funds to the May 6, 2024 Town Meeting Warrant for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the warrant the DNR Capital Building Funds to the May 6, 2024 Town Meeting Warrant for final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Add to the warrant the article for SRF Loan Origination Fees
To add to the warrant the article for SRF Loan Origination Fees
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the warrant the article for SRF Loan Origination Fees. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Add to the May 6, 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant an article to rescind the authority to issue the un-issued balance of the authorized bond or note pursuant to the vote adopted under the article...
To add to the May 6, 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant an article to rescind the authority to issue the un-issued balance of the authorized bond or note pursuant to the vote adopted under the article to the extent not previously exercised for the Planning & Design Phase II Wastewater Initiatives
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the May 6, 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant an article to rescind the authority to issue the un-issued balance of the authorized bond or note pursuant to the vote adopted under the article to the extent not previously exercised for the Planning & Design Phase II Wastewater Initiatives. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Add to the warrant of May 6, 2024, the authorization to accept the private to public road conversion of Christopher Lane with final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March...
To add to the warrant of May 6, 2024, the authorization to accept the private to public road conversion of Christopher Lane with final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to add to the warrant of May 6, 2024, the authorization to accept the private to public road conversion of Christopher Lane with final approval and recommendation at the Select Board meeting of March 18, 2024. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Special Town Meeting Article for the WIIF; $1,600,000 and authorization for the use of funds from revenue available for appropriation; $500,000 as presented
To approve and recommend the Special Town Meeting Article for the WIIF; $1,600,000 and authorization for the use of funds from revenue available for appropriation; $500,000 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Special Town Meeting Article for the WIIF; $1,600,000 and authorization for the use of funds from revenue available for appropriation; $500,000 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Special Town Meeting Article relative to the CPC Ashumet Pond Restoration & Rehabilitation project in the amount of $550,000
To approve and recommend the Special Town Meeting Article relative to the CPC Ashumet Pond Restoration & Rehabilitation project in the amount of $550,000
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Special Town Meeting Article relative to the CPC Ashumet Pond Restoration & Rehabilitation project in the amount of $550,000. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article representing the Town Manager's Recommended FY2025 Budget as $72,292,490
To approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article representing the Town Manager's Recommended FY2025 Budget as $72,292,490
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article representing the Town Manager's Recommended FY2025 Budget as $72,292,490. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article in the amount of $4,270,634 to fund the various Capital Accounts as identified
To approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article in the amount of $4,270,634 to fund the various Capital Accounts as identified
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article in the amount of $4,270,634 to fund the various Capital Accounts as identified. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article in the amount of $96,100,000 for the Phase II Wastewater project as amended
To approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article in the amount of $96,100,000 for the Phase II Wastewater project as amended
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article in the amount of $96,100,000 for the Phase II Wastewater project as amended. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article to grant an easement to Eversource Energy as presented
To approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article to grant an easement to Eversource Energy as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article to grant an easement to Eversource Energy as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article to appropriate $150,000 for waterways projects such as dredging
To approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article to appropriate $150,000 for waterways projects such as dredging
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve and recommend the Annual Town Meeting Article to appropriate $150,000 for waterways projects such as dredging. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 5-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Weeden)
Move that the Board convene in executive session at 8:07 p.m. pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) to consider the disposition and value of the real property located at 0 Meetinghouse Rd., 0...
To move that the Board convene in executive session at 8:07 p.m. pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) to consider the disposition and value of the real property located at 0 Meetinghouse Rd., 0 Falmouth Rd., 35 Lake Avenue, 409 Main St., and 415 Main St., Mashpee to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, with the Chair having declared that an open meeting regarding this topic may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. The Select Board will not reconvene in Open Session
Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, Wyman-ColomboThe roll call does not list David Weeden, who was on the attendance line; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to move that the Board convene in executive session at 8:07 p.m. pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) to consider the disposition and value of the real property located at 0 Meetinghouse Rd., 0 Falmouth Rd., 35 Lake Avenue, 409 Main St., and 415 Main St., Mashpee to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, with the Chair having declared that an open meeting regarding this topic may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. The Select Board will not reconvene in Open Session Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Cotton)
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