MassVoter.com← Mashpee Select BoardMashpee Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
March 23, 2026
36 recorded votes, 2 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 March 9,2026 Regular Session with corrections as stated
To approve the minutes of March 9,2026 Regular Session with corrections as stated
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve the minutes of March 9,2026 Regular Session with corrections as stated. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Weeden)
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 Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Correct the language by replacing "locate" with "install" and to proceed with the motion as amended
To correct the language by replacing "locate" with "install" and to proceed with the motion as amended
From the minutes
“Motion amended by Selectman Weeden to correct the language by replacing "locate" with "install" and to proceed with the motion as amended. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Reappoint Yvone Courtney to Board of Registrars (New Term Expiration: March 31,2029)
To Reappoint Yvone Courtney to Board of Registrars (New Term Expiration: March 31,2029)
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to Reappoint Yvone Courtney to Board of Registrars (New Term Expiration: March 31,2029) Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Approve request for Early Voting In-Person
To approve request for Early Voting In-Person
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve request for Early Voting In-Person. Motin seconded by Selectman Weeden Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Weeden)
Approve Quashnet Elementary School Gymnasium as the Designated Alternate Polling Location for May 9,2026
To approve Quashnet Elementary School Gymnasium as the Designated Alternate Polling Location for May 9,2026
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve Quashnet Elementary School Gymnasium as the Designated Alternate Polling Location for May 9,2026. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Move into Executive Session
To move into Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to move into Executive Session. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Cotton)
Approve and ratify the Personnel Administration Plan
To approve and ratify the Personnel Administration Plan
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and ratify the Personnel Administration Plan. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and ratify Mashpee Permanent Fire Fighters Association, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 2519
To approve and ratify Mashpee Permanent Fire Fighters Association, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 2519
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and ratify Mashpee Permanent Fire Fighters Association, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 2519 Motin seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit A - Patrol O?icers and Detectives
To approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit A - Patrol O?icers and Detectives
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit A - Patrol O?icers and Detectives. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit B - Sergeants
To approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit B - Sergeants
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit B - Sergeants Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)
Approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit C - Police Lieutenants
To approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit C - Police Lieutenants
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve and ratify the contracts for MASS. C.O.P., Local 324, Unit C - Police Lieutenants. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Cotton)
Approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Unit A - Clerical/Library
To approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Unit A - Clerical/Library
Yes: Cotton, Richardson, Wilson, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Weeden
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Unit A - Clerical/Library. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 4-0-1 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-abstention Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Unit B - Dispatchers
To approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Unit B - Dispatchers
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888, Unit B - Dispatchers. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit A
To approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit A
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit A. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit B
To approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit B
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and ratify the contracts for Service Employees International Union (SEIU), AFL-CIO Local 888, Public Works Unit B. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 2
To approve and recommend Article 2
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend Article 2. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)
Approve and recommend Article 3
To approve and recommend Article 3
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article 3. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 8
To approve and recommend Article 8
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend Article 8. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Weeden)
Approve and recommend Article 16
To approve and recommend Article 16
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend Article 16. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Selectman Weeden asked for clarification on the status of the leasing process and how the current action fits in, specifically whether the intent was simply to authorize leasing the space. It was confirmed that this step is only to grant authorization to pursue a lease. Assistant Town Manager Wayne Taylor explained that, if feasible, a separate process will follow, including a formal bid process to properly vet and award the lease. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 4
To approve and recommend Article 4
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article 4. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 5
To approve and recommend Article 5
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend Article 5. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 6
To approve and recommend Article 6
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman to approve and recommend Article 6. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (second: Wilson)
Approve and recommend Article 7
To approve and recommend Article 7
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve and recommend Article 7. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wilson)
Approve and recommend Article 8
To approve and recommend Article 8
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article 8. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Cotton)
Add and recommend Article 9
To add and recommend Article 9
Yes: Cotton, Richardson, Wilson, Wyman-ColomboAbstained: Weeden
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to add and recommend Article 9. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 4-0-1 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-abstention Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 10
To approve and recommend Article 10
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article 10. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 11
To approve and recommend Article 11
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve and recommend Article 11. Motion seconded by Selectman Weeden. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Weeden)
Add and recommend Article 12
To add and recommend Article 12
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to add and recommend Article 12. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Add and recommend Selectman Cotton
To add and recommend Selectman Cotton
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to add and recommend Selectman Cotton. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wilson)
Approve and recommend Article 20
To approve and recommend Article 20
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to approve and recommend Article 20. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Approve and recommend Article 24
To approve and recommend Article 24
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article 24. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Discussion focused on clarifying the project scope in the explanation, particularly emphasizing that, in addition to HVAC upgrades, the project would address fire suppression and bring older sections of the building up to modern safety codes. While it was noted that the article itself cannot be changed, Town Manager Rodney Collins confirmed that the explanation can be expanded to better reflect these safety improvements, in addition to providing a supplemental page with a more detailed breakdown of the article. Board members agreed that highlighting fire suppression and code compliance would strengthen public support. Chair Wyman-Colombo added that maintaining appropriate classroom temperatures (ideally 68-74°F) is critical for e?ective learning, particularly during standardized testing in May, as excessive heat can negatively a?ect student performance and health. She noted that the American Academy of Pediatrics states that extreme heat can lead to reduced motivation and cognitive decline, with the greatest impact on lower-income students who may lack access to air conditioning at home. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wilson)
Add and recommend Article 30
To add and recommend Article 30
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to add and recommend Article 30. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
Add and recommend Article 31 as written in the article
To add and recommend Article 31 as written in the article
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to add and recommend Article 31 as written in the article. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Wilson)
Approve and recommend Article 32
To approve and recommend Article 32
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve and recommend Article 32. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson- yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wilson)
Adjourn at 7:24p.m
To adjourn at 7:24p.m
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Cotton to adjourn at 7:24p.m. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes.” (Motion: Cotton, second: Richardson)
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