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March 10, 2025
24 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carol Sherman, David Weeden, Michaela Wyman-Colombo, Thomas O'Hara
Absent: John Cotton
Every vote, in order
Approve the Regular and Executive Session Minutes of Monday, February 24, 2025 as presented
To approve the Regular and Executive Session Minutes of Monday, February 24, 2025 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve the Regular and Executive Session Minutes of Monday, February 24, 2025 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: O'Hara)
Approve the Special Event Application of Wildfire Pizza LLC, Lisa Cannata for the weekly "Cruisin" event as presented
To approve the Special Event Application of Wildfire Pizza LLC, Lisa Cannata for the weekly "Cruisin" event as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve the Special Event Application of Wildfire Pizza LLC, Lisa Cannata for the weekly "Cruisin" event as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Weeden)
Selectman Weeded to approve the Special Events for the Mashpee Community as follows; Easter Egg Hunt-Community Park, April 12, 2025, 10 AM- 12 Noon: 3000 eggs, MHS students assisting
Selectman Weeded to approve the Special Events for the Mashpee Community as follows; Easter Egg Hunt-Community Park, April 12, 2025, 10 AM- 12 Noon: 3000 eggs, MHS students assisting. Rhiannon McCuish 5K Woodland Run-Heritage Park, May 25, 2025, 10 AM- 12 Noon: Sunday of Mem Day weekend Memorial Day Ceremony- Community Park& Veterans Park, May 26, 2026 10 - 11:30 AM: Super Swim-John's Pond, June 7, 2025, 9 AM- 12 Noon: Fishing Derby-June 14, 2025, 9 AM- 11:30 AM: Dedicated to memory of Lisa Larson, a longtime employee Community Picnic & Fireworks-Mashpee Middle High School Fields,June 28, 2025, 5 PM- 9:30 PM: Rain date June 29' Oktoberfest-Mashpee Commons Green, October 4, 2025, 10 AM-4 PM: October 5` rain date Veteran's Day Ceremony- Community Park, November 11, 2025, 10 AM- 11:30 AM: Holiday Tree Lighting-Community Park, December 6, 2025, 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM: Polar Plunge-Attaquin Beach, January 1, 2026, 10 AM- 11:30 AM: New Years Day
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeded to approve the Special Events for the Mashpee Community as follows; Easter Egg Hunt-Community Park, April 12, 2025, 10 AM- 12 Noon: 3000 eggs, MHS students assisting. Rhiannon McCuish 5K Woodland Run-Heritage Park, May 25, 2025, 10 AM- 12 Noon: Sunday of Mem Day weekend Memorial Day Ceremony- Community Park& Veterans Park, May 26, 2026 10 - 11:30 AM: Super Swim-John's Pond, June 7, 2025, 9 AM- 12 Noon: Fishing Derby-June 14, 2025, 9 AM- 11:30 AM: Dedicated to memory of Lisa Larson, a longtime employee Community Picnic & Fireworks-Mashpee Middle High School Fields,June 28, 2025, 5 PM- 9:30 PM: Rain date June 29' Oktoberfest-Mashpee Commons Green, October 4, 2025, 10 AM-4 PM: October 5` rain date Veteran's Day Ceremony- Community Park, November 11, 2025, 10 AM- 11:30 AM: Holiday Tree Lighting-Community Park, December 6, 2025, 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM: Polar Plunge-Attaquin Beach, January 1, 2026, 10 AM- 11:30 AM: New Years Day. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman-Colombo. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Appoint Michael Sparks to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At-Large
To appoint Michael Sparks to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At-Large
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to appoint Michael Sparks to the Affordable Housing Committee as a Member At-Large. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman-Colombo. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Accept the letter of resignation from Marius Dehelean from the ZBA with regret sending a letter of appreciation
To accept the letter of resignation from Marius Dehelean from the ZBA with regret sending a letter of appreciation
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to accept the letter of resignation from Marius Dehelean from the ZBA with regret sending a letter of appreciation. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)
Approve the draft letter in support of advancing the "Act Relative to a Refundable Title 5 Septic Tax Credit
To approve the draft letter in support of advancing the "Act Relative to a Refundable Title 5 Septic Tax Credit."
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve the draft letter in support of advancing the "Act Relative to a Refundable Title 5 Septic Tax Credit." Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: O'Hara)
Support the draft comment letter carrying the weight of all Select Board members to be read into the record at the Town of Sandwich public hearing
To support the draft comment letter carrying the weight of all Select Board members to be read into the record at the Town of Sandwich public hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to support the draft comment letter carrying the weight of all Select Board members to be read into the record at the Town of Sandwich public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article S-2 as presented
To approve and recommend Article S-2 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article S-2 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article S-11 as presented
To approve and recommend Article S-11 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend Article S-11 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)
Rescind Article A-15 in Draft#2 of the ATM warrant
To rescind Article A-15 in Draft#2 of the ATM warrant
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to rescind Article A-15 in Draft#2 of the ATM warrant. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article S-12 as presented
To approve and recommend Article S-12 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article S-12 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-4 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-4 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article A-4 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-5 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-5 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend Article A-5 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-6 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-6 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend Article A-6 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Weeden)
Approve and recommend Article A-7 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-7 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend Article A-7 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-10 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-10 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend Article A-10 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend the transfer Article A-18 as written from the Annual to the Special Town Meeting Warrant
To approve and recommend the transfer Article A-18 as written from the Annual to the Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend the transfer Article A-18 as written from the Annual to the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend the transfer of Article A-19 as written from the Annual to the Special Town Meeting Warrant
To approve and recommend the transfer of Article A-19 as written from the Annual to the Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend the transfer of Article A-19 as written from the Annual to the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-26 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-26 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend Article A-26 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: O'Hara)
Rescind former Article A-28 from Draft#2
To rescind former Article A-28 from Draft#2
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to rescind former Article A-28 from Draft#2. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Add Article A-27 to the Annual Town Meeting warrant on the recommendation of Town Counsel
To add Article A-27 to the Annual Town Meeting warrant on the recommendation of Town Counsel
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to add Article A-27 to the Annual Town Meeting warrant on the recommendation of Town Counsel. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-27 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-27 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article A-27 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
Approve and recommend Article A-28 as presented
To approve and recommend Article A-28 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman O'Hara to approve and recommend Article A-28 as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman Wyman-Colombo. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: O'Hara, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Enter into Executive Session at 6:15 p.m. for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to a Personal Service Contract with the Fire Chief pursuant to M.G.L., c 30A, §21(a)(2), with the...
To enter into Executive Session at 6:15 p.m. for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to a Personal Service Contract with the Fire Chief pursuant to M.G.L., c 30A, §21(a)(2), with the Chair having declared that an open meeting would have a detrimental impact on the Board's negotiating position. The Board will reconvene in open session at the conclusion of executive session
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to enter into Executive Session at 6:15 p.m. for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to a Personal Service Contract with the Fire Chief pursuant to M.G.L., c 30A, §21(a)(2), with the Chair having declared that an open meeting would have a detrimental impact on the Board's negotiating position. The Board will reconvene in open session at the conclusion of executive session. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 4-0. Unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman-Colombo,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Opposed, none.” (Motion: Weeden, second: O'Hara)
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