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Mashpee Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting

July 14, 2025

18 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Michaela Wyman-Colombo, David Weeden, John Cotton, Michael Richardson, Tracy Wilson

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Minutes of Monday, June 23,2025 with the change

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 3–0

To approve the Minutes of Monday, June 23,2025 with the change

Yes: Richardson, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: CottonThe roll call does not list Tracy Wilson, who was on the attendance line; this member is not shown as voting.

From the minutes

“Motion amendment made by Selectman Richardson to approve the Minutes of Monday, June 23,2025 with the change Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 3-0-1 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-abstention Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Weeden)

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

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

To close the public hearing

Yes: Cotton, Richardson, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboThe roll call does not list Tracy Wilson, who was on the attendance line; this member is not shown as voting.

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 4-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)

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

Move the pole as stated

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To move the pole as stated

Yes: Cotton, Richardson, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Wilson

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to move the pole as stated. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson Vote: 4-0-1 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-abstention.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)

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 Weeden to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)

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

Approve Petition/WO #19857466 with the condition that the pole will be located at the edge of the right-of-way as state

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Petition/WO #19857466 with the condition that the pole will be located at the edge of the right-of-way as state

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve Petition/WO #19857466 with the condition that the pole will be located at the edge of the right-of-way as state. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Weeden)

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 Richardson to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the application to operate a New Livery/Vehicle for hire service- William St. George, Applicant

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application to operate a New Livery/Vehicle for hire service- William St. George, Applicant

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the application to operate a New Livery/Vehicle for hire service- William St. George, Applicant. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)

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

Approve the Certification of Disclosure by Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Certification of Disclosure by Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve the Certification of Disclosure by Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Cotton)

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

Transfer amounts as stated 1.$15,960 2.$98,700 3.$3,000 from temporary interest accounts and transfer to actual interest accounts

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To transfer amounts as stated 1.$15,960 2.$98,700 3.$3,000 from temporary interest accounts and transfer to actual interest accounts

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to transfer amounts as stated 1.$15,960 2.$98,700 3.$3,000 from temporary interest accounts and transfer to actual interest accounts. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)

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

Transfer amounts as stated of $600 from the historical preservation technical expense to the historical commission salary

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To transfer amounts as stated of $600 from the historical preservation technical expense to the historical commission salary

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to transfer amounts as stated of $600 from the historical preservation technical expense to the historical commission salary. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Weeden)

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

Approve the authorization for Wastewater Department to Proceed with Use of Site at 0 Gunters Lane for Wastewater use and to facilitate any subsequent hearings that may be required for this property

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the authorization for Wastewater Department to Proceed with Use of Site at 0 Gunters Lane for Wastewater use and to facilitate any subsequent hearings that may be required for this property

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the authorization for Wastewater Department to Proceed with Use of Site at 0 Gunters Lane for Wastewater use and to facilitate any subsequent hearings that may be required for this property. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)

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

Approve the One-Day Liquor License, August 1,2025, LaTavola

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the One-Day Liquor License, August 1,2025, LaTavola

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the One-Day Liquor License, August 1,2025, LaTavola. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wilson)

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

Approve both applications for temporary sign permits

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve both applications for temporary sign permits

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve both applications for temporary sign permits. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)

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

Accept the resignation of Paula Peters from the A?ordable Housing Committee

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the resignation of Paula Peters from the A?ordable Housing Committee

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to accept the resignation of Paula Peters from the A?ordable Housing Committee. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)

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

Accept the resignation of Jennifer McLarnon from the Mashpee Cable & Advanced Technology Board

Minutes, page 14

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the resignation of Jennifer McLarnon from the Mashpee Cable & Advanced Technology Board

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to accept the resignation of Jennifer McLarnon from the Mashpee Cable & Advanced Technology Board Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Weeden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Approve the annual board and committee reappointments

Minutes, page 14

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the annual board and committee reappointments

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve the annual board and committee reappointments. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Grant signatory authority to the Town Manager for State Revolving Fund Documents related to the Mashpee-Wakeby Watershed Wastewater System

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To grant signatory authority to the Town Manager for State Revolving Fund Documents related to the Mashpee-Wakeby Watershed Wastewater System

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to grant signatory authority to the Town Manager for State Revolving Fund Documents related to the Mashpee-Wakeby Watershed Wastewater System. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Willson. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wilson)

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

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 17

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn the meeting

From the minutes

“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton- yes Selectman Richardson- yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 17 (PDF)

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