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27 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: John Cotton, Tracy Wilson, Michael Richardson, David Weeden, Michaela Wyman-Colombo
Absent: None
Table the minutes of May 18,2026 until the next meeting
To table the minutes of May 18,2026 until the next meeting
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to table the minutes of May 18,2026 until the next meeting. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the minutes of June 1,2026, Regular Session Minutes
To approve the minutes of June 1,2026, Regular Session Minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the minutes of June 1,2026, Regular Session Minutes. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the Application of Wajiha Javed dba Kohinoor Indian Restaurant and Bar for New §12 Annual All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License
To approve the Application of Wajiha Javed dba Kohinoor Indian Restaurant and Bar for New §12 Annual All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve the Application of Wajiha Javed dba Kohinoor Indian Restaurant and Bar for New §12 Annual All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wilson)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve Eversource Energy Petition #23612235 with the condition that, as indicated on the accompanying sketch, conduit will be moled under Echo Road
To approve Eversource Energy Petition #23612235 with the condition that, as indicated on the accompanying sketch, conduit will be moled under Echo Road. If, during work, a pavement cut to Echo Road becomes necessary, Eversource of their contractor shall immediately notify DPW and file the appropriate permit application for work within a Town Road
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve Eversource Energy Petition #23612235 with the condition that, as indicated on the accompanying sketch, conduit will be moled under Echo Road. If, during work, a pavement cut to Echo Road becomes necessary, Eversource of their contractor shall immediately notify DPW and file the appropriate permit application for work within a Town Road. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve Joint Eversource/Verizon Petition #23201764 with the following conditions: No work shall be undertaken between Memorial Day and Labor Day A schedule for the proposed work, along with a...
To approve Joint Eversource/Verizon Petition #23201764 with the following conditions: No work shall be undertaken between Memorial Day and Labor Day A schedule for the proposed work, along with a tra?ic management plan, shall be provided to the DPW a minimum of 14 days prior to the start of work Vehicular tra?ic shall not be detoured. If two directions of tra?ic cannot be maintained, tra?ic shall be alternated If work is taking place from the sidewalk, proper signage shall be placed during work hours closing the sidewalk to pedestrians and bicyclists and directing them to alternative routes. Eversource and/of their contractor shall be responsible for repairing any damage to the sidewalk, road, and other Town infrastructure. Any grass areas disturbed shall be raked, loamed, and seeded (the schedule for loaming and seeding may be delayed depending on the time of year work is completed). Prior to the start of any work, Eversource and/or their contractor shall provide a certificate of insurance to the Town of Mashpee listing the Town as an additional insured. These conditions shall be applicable to other utilities when moving their lines to the new poles
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve Joint Eversource/Verizon Petition #23201764 with the following conditions: No work shall be undertaken between Memorial Day and Labor Day A schedule for the proposed work, along with a tra?ic management plan, shall be provided to the DPW a minimum of 14 days prior to the start of work Vehicular tra?ic shall not be detoured. If two directions of tra?ic cannot be maintained, tra?ic shall be alternated If work is taking place from the sidewalk, proper signage shall be placed during work hours closing the sidewalk to pedestrians and bicyclists and directing them to alternative routes. Eversource and/of their contractor shall be responsible for repairing any damage to the sidewalk, road, and other Town infrastructure. Any grass areas disturbed shall be raked, loamed, and seeded (the schedule for loaming and seeding may be delayed depending on the time of year work is completed). Prior to the start of any work, Eversource and/or their contractor shall provide a certificate of insurance to the Town of Mashpee listing the Town as an additional insured. These conditions shall be applicable to other utilities when moving their lines to the new poles. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Approve the recognition of Jack Borowski as a distinguished citizen
To approve the recognition of Jack Borowski as a distinguished citizen
Joint vote with another board (the minutes give the combined count as 5-0); only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the recognition of Jack Borowski as a distinguished citizen. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes Robert Tomaino, Director of Natural Resources.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Reappoint Richard Santangelo, Deputy Harbormaster/ Deputy Shellfish Constable for a three-year term
To reappoint Richard Santangelo, Deputy Harbormaster/ Deputy Shellfish Constable for a three-year term
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to reappoint Richard Santangelo, Deputy Harbormaster/ Deputy Shellfish Constable for a three-year term. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Reappoint Tyler Grady, Natural Resources O?icer, for a three-year term
To reappoint Tyler Grady, Natural Resources O?icer, for a three-year term
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to reappoint Tyler Grady, Natural Resources O?icer, for a three-year term. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Reappoint Christopher Lucier, Natural Resources O?icer, for a three-year term
To reappoint Christopher Lucier, Natural Resources O?icer, for a three-year term
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to reappoint Christopher Lucier, Natural Resources O?icer, for a three-year term. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Appoint Caroline Larsson, Deputy Shellfish Constable, for a three-year term
To appoint Caroline Larsson, Deputy Shellfish Constable, for a three-year term
“Mo?on made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to appoint Caroline Larsson, Deputy Shellfish Constable, for a three-year term. Mo?on seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the recommendation to Revoke Aquaculture Grant #14, Permit #187277, Joao C. Quiterio
To approve the recommendation to Revoke Aquaculture Grant #14, Permit #187277, Joao C. Quiterio
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to approve the recommendation to Revoke Aquaculture Grant #14, Permit #187277, Joao C. Quiterio. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the Award of Contract for Ashumet Pond Nutrient Inactivation Treatment, Phase 2 Alum Treatment, to SOLitude Lake Management
To approve the Award of Contract for Ashumet Pond Nutrient Inactivation Treatment, Phase 2 Alum Treatment, to SOLitude Lake Management
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to approve the Award of Contract for Ashumet Pond Nutrient Inactivation Treatment, Phase 2 Alum Treatment, to SOLitude Lake Management. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Richardson)
Deny the Request for Approval of Extended Construction Work Schedule Under MassDOT Permit #5-2026-0084
To deny the Request for Approval of Extended Construction Work Schedule Under MassDOT Permit #5-2026-0084
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to deny the Request for Approval of Extended Construction Work Schedule Under MassDOT Permit #5-2026-0084. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the Application for One- Day Liquor License, Boys & Girls Club Summer Fundraiser, July 16, 2025
To approve the Application for One- Day Liquor License, Boys & Girls Club Summer Fundraiser, July 16, 2025
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to approve the Application for One- Day Liquor License, Boys & Girls Club Summer Fundraiser, July 16, 2025. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the Application for One- th Day Liquor License, 20 Annual La Tavola, August 7, 2026
To approve the Application for One- th Day Liquor License, 20 Annual La Tavola, August 7, 2026
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to approve the Application for One- th Day Liquor License, 20 Annual La Tavola, August 7, 2026. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the application for th Temporary Sign Permit: 20 Annual La Tavola
To approve the application for th Temporary Sign Permit: 20 Annual La Tavola
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to approve the application for th Temporary Sign Permit: 20 Annual La Tavola. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the application for th Temporary Sign Permit: 25 Annual Seaside Le Mans
To approve the application for th Temporary Sign Permit: 25 Annual Seaside Le Mans
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to approve the application for th Temporary Sign Permit: 25 Annual Seaside Le Mans. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve the Request for Release of $25,000 Surety Bond with Interest Earned to Jack Carter, President, 1056 Enterprises, Inc
To approve the Request for Release of $25,000 Surety Bond with Interest Earned to Jack Carter, President, 1056 Enterprises, Inc
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve the Request for Release of $25,000 Surety Bond with Interest Earned to Jack Carter, President, 1056 Enterprises, Inc. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Appoint Kristine Foster as Recreation Department Representative on the Human Services Committee
To appoint Kristine Foster as Recreation Department Representative on the Human Services Committee
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to appoint Kristine Foster as Recreation Department Representative on the Human Services Committee. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Accept the Resignation of Kirsten Nordstrom from the Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee, E?ective May 27, 2026, with a letter of gratitude
To accept the Resignation of Kirsten Nordstrom from the Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee, E?ective May 27, 2026, with a letter of gratitude
“Motion made by Selectman Richarson to accept the Resignation of Kirsten Nordstrom from the Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee, E?ective May 27, 2026, with a letter of gratitude. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve Amended Select Board Policy 036: Purchasing Recycled Materials
To approve Amended Select Board Policy 036: Purchasing Recycled Materials
“Motion made by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo to approve Amended Select Board Policy 036: Purchasing Recycled Materials. Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Wyman-Colombo, second: Richardson)
Approve Annual Reappointments to Town Boards, Committees, Commissions and Councils with stated corrections
To approve Annual Reappointments to Town Boards, Committees, Commissions and Councils with stated corrections
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve Annual Reappointments to Town Boards, Committees, Commissions and Councils with stated corrections. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Approve ABCC Advisory Regarding Local Licensing Authority's Option to Temporarily Allow its On-Premises Licensees to Sell Alcoholic Beverages for One Additional Hour Not to Exceed 3 AM
To approve ABCC Advisory Regarding Local Licensing Authority's Option to Temporarily Allow its On-Premises Licensees to Sell Alcoholic Beverages for One Additional Hour Not to Exceed 3 AM
Yes: Cotton, Richardson, Weeden, Wyman-ColomboNo: Wilson
“Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve ABCC Advisory Regarding Local Licensing Authority's Option to Temporarily Allow its On-Premises Licensees to Sell Alcoholic Beverages for One Additional Hour Not to Exceed 3 AM. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 4-1 Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-no Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Wyman-Colombo)
Enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) (Purpose 3): to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental e?ect on the litigating position...
To enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) (Purpose 3): to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental e?ect on the litigating position of the public body: Spencer Cleary, et. al. v. Mashpee ZBA et. al., Land Court, Nos. 25-MISC- 000710 and 26-MISC-000292 Town - Earnest Barrows, pickleball courts, threatened litigation against the Town And to not reconvene in Open Session
“Motion made by Selectman Weeden to enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) (Purpose 3): to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental e?ect on the litigating position of the public body: Spencer Cleary, et. al. v. Mashpee ZBA et. al., Land Court, Nos. 25-MISC- 000710 and 26-MISC-000292 Town - Earnest Barrows, pickleball courts, threatened litigation against the Town And to not reconvene in Open Session. Motion seconded by Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo. Vote: 5-0 Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Weeden-yes.” (Motion: Weeden, second: Wyman-Colombo)
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