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November 18, 2024
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Carol Sherman, David Weeden, John Cotton, Thomas O'Hara
Absent: Michaela Wyman-Colombo
Every vote, in order
Appruve the Regular Session minutes of Nlllonday; October 7, 2024 and Monday; October 21, 2024 Regular Session as presented
To appruve the Regular Session minutes of Nlllonday; October 7, 2024 and Monday; October 21, 2024 Regular Session as presented
The minutes give the count as 4-0-0, but the roll call reads: David Weeden yes, John Cotton yes, Thomas O'Hara yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion. made by Selectman O'Hara to appruve the Regular Session minutes of Nlllonday; October 7, 2024 and Monday; October 21, 2024 Regular Session as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. K.;I-WaII'Vote: Selectman Shem mm., yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectiman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Cotton)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to close the Public Hearing Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE:4 0. Unanimous. loll Call'Vote: Selectiman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman 0"Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Approve the reclassification of the southern portion of the Great River to all commercial andfamily license holdem I)ased on the drawings as provided
To approve the reclassification of the southern portion of the Great River to all commercial andfamily license holdem I)ased on the drawings as provided
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the reclassification of the southern portion of the Great River to all commercial andfamily license holdem I)ased on the drawings as provided. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. vam 4-0. 1 ' Jnainhnous. Wo-ifCall Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'llara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Approve and recommend the Oyster Restoration Project in Hamblin's Pond sending a letter of support if necessary, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign off on all documentation regarding this...
To approve and recommend the Oyster Restoration Project in Hamblin's Pond sending a letter of support if necessary, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign off on all documentation regarding this project
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend the Oyster Restoration Project in Hamblin's Pond sending a letter of support if necessary, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign off on all documentation regarding this project. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Award time annual fmlml for "Trash & Recycling to Barrows Waste Systems for CY25 as recommended
To award time annual fmlml for "Trash & Recycling to Barrows Waste Systems for CY25 as recommended
The roll call in the town's text does not list Thomas O'Hara, who was on the attendance line, and no count can be read. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to award time annual fmlml for "Trash & Recycling to Barrows Waste Systems for CY25 as recommended. Motion seconded y Selectman Cotton. VOTE: -01. U mm�mmmmfmmm.mmmms. Roll CallVote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, , yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara)
Award mm coritract to Kaestle Roos Associates, Inc. in the amount of $2,850,000 for design/engineering services firm- time new aslm eePolice Station
To award mm coritract to Kaestle Roos Associates, Inc. in the amount of $2,850,000 for design/engineering services firm- time new aslm eePolice Station
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to award mm coritract to Kaestle Roos Associates, Inc. in the amount of $2,850,000 for design/engineering services firm- time new aslm eePolice Station. Motion seconded by Selectman. O'Hara. Roll CallVote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman OHara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Certify and confirm the Hiring Process of Robert Tomaino as the Director of Natural Resources
To certify and confirm the Hiring Process of Robert Tomaino as the Director of Natural Resources
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to certify and confirm the Hiring Process of Robert Tomaino as the Director of Natural Resources. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roo Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Temporary Sign Permit for the Mashpee Firefighters as presented
To approve the Temporary Sign Permit for the Mashpee Firefighters as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for the Mashpee Firefighters as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Order of Taking for Watson Drive as presented
To approve the Order of Taking for Watson Drive as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made, by Selectman Cotton to approve the Order of Taking for Watson Drive as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unarmimous. k-oliCall Vote: Selectiman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman 01111'ara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Accept the letter of resignation from Gary Shuman as presented with regret, sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Shuman for his service
To accept the letter of resignation from Gary Shuman as presented with regret, sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Shuman for his service
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to accept the letter of resignation from Gary Shuman as presented with regret, sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Shuman for his service. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Accept the resignation of Rowela Kent with regret, sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Kent for her service
To accept the resignation of Rowela Kent with regret, sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Kent for her service
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to accept the resignation of Rowela Kent with regret, sending a letter of appreciation to Ms. Kent for her service. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Appoint Neal Larsson to the Conservation Committee as an Associate Member for a term to expire; June 30, 2025
To appoint Neal Larsson to the Conservation Committee as an Associate Member for a term to expire; June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to appoint Neal Larsson to the Conservation Committee as an Associate Member for a term to expire; June 30, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Appoint Seana Pitt to the Conservation Commission as an Associate Member for a term to expire; June 30, 2025
To appoint Seana Pitt to the Conservation Commission as an Associate Member for a term to expire; June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to appoint Seana Pitt to the Conservation Commission as an Associate Member for a term to expire; June 30, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Appoint Jane Towne to the Community Garden Committee for a term to expire; June 30, 202'7
To appoint Jane Towne to the Community Garden Committee for a term to expire; June 30, 202'7
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to appoint Jane Towne to the Community Garden Committee for a term to expire; June 30, 202'7. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
Appoint Paula Peters to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025
To appoint Paula Peters to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to appoint Paula Peters to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At Large with a term to expire; June 30, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)
Appoint Denise Geoffrin to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At Large with a term to expire; Junk 30, 2025
To appoint Denise Geoffrin to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At Large with a term to expire; Junk 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to appoint Denise Geoffrin to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At Large with a term to expire; Junk 30, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
From the minutes
“Motion secondeA by Selectman Cotton. VOTE. 4-0. Unanimous. Roll t U Vote: Sellectinan Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, notie.” (second: Cotton)
Appoint Andrew Grottlieb as Mlashpee's mpres.entative to thie EnvironmentalManagement Commission Advisory Council
To appoint Andrew Grottlieb as Mlashpee's mpres.entative to thie EnvironmentalManagement Commission Advisory Council
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectinan Weeden to appoint Andrew Grottlieb as Mlashpee's mpres.entative to thie EnvironmentalManagement Commission Advisory Council. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. RollCall"ante: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, Yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Adjourn at 8:27 p.m
To adjourn at 8:27 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adjourn at 8:27 p.m. Matson seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Cotton, second: O'Hara)
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