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Mashpee Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

May 20, 2024

25 recorded votes, 7 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; April 29, 2024 as presented

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; April 29, 2024 as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; April 29, 2024 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the Executive Session minutes of Monday; April 29, 2024 as presented

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

To approve the Executive Session minutes of Monday; April 29, 2024 as presented

Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Weeden

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to approve the Executive Session minutes of Monday; April 29, 2024 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, abstained Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Sherman)

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

Approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; May 6, 2024 as amended

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; May 6, 2024 as amended

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday; May 6, 2024 as amended. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Approve the Annual Contracts for the purchase of Diesel and Gasoline to Sprague Operating Resources as presented

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Annual Contracts for the purchase of Diesel and Gasoline to Sprague Operating Resources as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the Annual Contracts for the purchase of Diesel and Gasoline to Sprague Operating Resources as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the End of Year Transfer Request of $132,000 as identified

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the End of Year Transfer Request of $132,000 as identified

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the End of Year Transfer Request of $132,000 as identified. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 5

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 Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Approve the application of Uva Wine Bar Zfor a New Annual" Wine and Malt Beverages Restaurant License, 4 Market Street, Mashpee, Katharine Thayer, Manager with the following conditions; the Fire...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application of Uva Wine Bar Zfor a New Annual" Wine and Malt Beverages Restaurant License, 4 Market Street, Mashpee, Katharine Thayer, Manager with the following conditions; the Fire Department, Board of Health and Building Commission inspect the outdoor space for protection purposes, and to retain a scaled schematic rendering of the site on record

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the application of Uva Wine Bar Zfor a New Annual" Wine and Malt Beverages Restaurant License, 4 Market Street, Mashpee, Katharine Thayer, Manager with the following conditions; the Fire Department, Board of Health and Building Commission inspect the outdoor space for protection purposes, and to retain a scaled schematic rendering of the site on record. Motin seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VaTE. Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 6

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 Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

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 Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the New Annual Wine and Malt Beverages Restaurant License, 40 Steeple Street, Mashpee, Demetrius Becrelis Manager

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To approve the New Annual Wine and Malt Beverages Restaurant License, 40 Steeple Street, Mashpee, Demetrius Becrelis Manager

Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Weeden

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the New Annual Wine and Malt Beverages Restaurant License, 40 Steeple Street, Mashpee, Demetrius Becrelis Manager. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: 4-0-1. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, abstained Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Approve the FY25 MVP Action Grant Application

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To approve the FY25 MVP Action Grant Application

The minutes give the count as 5-0-0, but the roll call reads: John Cotton yes, Thomas O'Hara yes, Carol Sherman yes, Michaela Wyman-Colombo yes. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the FY25 MVP Action Grant Application. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, ves Selectman Wyman -Colombo., yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

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

Support the Clean Water Grant Partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and authorize the Town Manager to execute the grant documents associated to the 319 NPS Grant

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To support the Clean Water Grant Partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and authorize the Town Manager to execute the grant documents associated to the 319 NPS Grant

Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Weeden

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to support the Clean Water Grant Partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and authorize the Town Manager to execute the grant documents associated to the 319 NPS Grant. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0-1. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, abstained Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Transfer the Aquaculture License 4014 from Michael Ronhock to John Quiterio as recommended

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To Transfer the Aquaculture License 4014 from Michael Ronhock to John Quiterio as recommended

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to Transfer the Aquaculture License 4014 from Michael Ronhock to John Quiterio as recommended. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton; yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the Bohnenberger Aquaculture Grant Application in Ockway Bay as presented

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Bohnenberger Aquaculture Grant Application in Ockway Bay as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Bohnenberger Aquaculture Grant Application in Ockway Bay as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Appoint Shane Gibbons to the Historic District Commission as Resident in District

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Shane Gibbons to the Historic District Commission as Resident in District

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to appoint Shane Gibbons to the Historic District Commission as Resident in District. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Appoint Catherine Loyko as a full Member at Large, and further to appoint Ava Costello and Richard DeSorgher as Alternate Members to the Historic District Commission

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Catherine Loyko as a full Member at Large, and further to appoint Ava Costello and Richard DeSorgher as Alternate Members to the Historic District Commission

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to appoint Catherine Loyko as a full Member at Large, and further to appoint Ava Costello and Richard DeSorgher as Alternate Members to the Historic District Commission. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

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

Approve the Temporary Sign Permit Application of the Falmouth Rod & Gun Club for their Annual Yard Sale as presented

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Temporary Sign Permit Application of the Falmouth Rod & Gun Club for their Annual Yard Sale as presented

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Temporary Sign Permit Application of the Falmouth Rod & Gun Club for their Annual Yard Sale as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Approve the One -Day Permit for the One Day Liquor License Application from May 24, 2024 through July 7, 2024; as stated in the memorandum of May 16, 2024 from Stephanie Coleman, Administrative...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the One -Day Permit for the One Day Liquor License Application from May 24, 2024 through July 7, 2024; as stated in the memorandum of May 16, 2024 from Stephanie Coleman, Administrative Secretary

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the One -Day Permit for the One Day Liquor License Application from May 24, 2024 through July 7, 2024; as stated in the memorandum of May 16, 2024 from Stephanie Coleman, Administrative Secretary. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Manager to send a letter of support to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the Joint Base Cape Cod Rail Service & Bourne Pedestrian Trail

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town Manager to send a letter of support to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the Joint Base Cape Cod Rail Service & Bourne Pedestrian Trail

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to authorize the Town Manager to send a letter of support to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the Joint Base Cape Cod Rail Service & Bourne Pedestrian Trail. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Add to the agenda as an unanticipated topic, the PEF deadline

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To add to the agenda as an unanticipated topic, the PEF deadline

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to add to the agenda as an unanticipated topic, the PEF deadline. Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Manager to pursue and submit Project Evaluation Forms (PEF) and/or take any other action thereof to meet the deadline of July 26, 2024

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town Manager to pursue and submit Project Evaluation Forms (PEF) and/or take any other action thereof to meet the deadline of July 26, 2024

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to authorize the Town Manager to pursue and submit Project Evaluation Forms (PEF) and/or take any other action thereof to meet the deadline of July 26, 2024. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Nominate Selectman Carol A. Sherman to serve as Chair of the Select Board

Minutes, page 15

AppointPassed · 4–0

To nominate Selectman Carol A. Sherman to serve as Chair of the Select Board

Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Sherman

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to nominate Selectman Carol A. Sherman to serve as Chair of the Select Board. The nomination was seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, abstained Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Nominate Selectman David W. Weeden as Vice -Chair of the Select Board

Minutes, page 15

AppointPassed · 4–0

To nominate Selectman David W. Weeden as Vice -Chair of the Select Board

Yes: Cotton, O'Hara, Sherman, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Weeden

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to nominate Selectman David W. Weeden as Vice -Chair of the Select Board. The nomination was seconded by Selectman Sherman. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, abstained Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Sherman)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Nominate Selectman Michaela A. Wyman -Colombo as Clerk of the Select Board

Minutes, page 16

AppointPassed · 4–0

To nominate Selectman Michaela A. Wyman -Colombo as Clerk of the Select Board

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

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to nominate Selectman Michaela A. Wyman -Colombo as Clerk of the Select Board. The nomination was seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0-1. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, abstained Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: O'Hara)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

Enter into Executive Session at 8:59 p.m. pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) to consider the disposition and value of the real property located at 35 Lake Avenue, 409 Main St., and 415 Main St.,...

Minutes, page 16

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Session at 8:59 p.m. pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) to consider the disposition and value of the real property located at 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

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Sherman to enter into Executive Session at 8:59 p.m. pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) to consider the disposition and value of the real property located at 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 Wyman -Colombo. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Sherman, second: Wyman-Colombo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

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