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September 18, 2025
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Charles Holden, Robert George, Shane Hoctor, Patrick Ellis, Dave Sampson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes of September 11, 2025
To approve the minutes of September 11, 2025. It was noted that Mr. Sampson's name should be added to the attendance.
From the minutes
“Mr. George moved to approve the minutes of September 11, 2025. It was noted that Mr. Sampson's name should be added to the attendance. Seconded by Mr. Hoctor as amended. Approved unanimously..” (Motion: George, second: Hoctor)
Thatthe board not support this initiative as presented due to lack of context and detail
Thatthe board not support this initiative as presented due to lack of context and detail. This is not due in any way to a lack of recognition regarding the need for affordable housing. The process seems to be without thought and in an expedited position.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sampson moved thatthe board not support this initiative as presented due to lack of context and detail. This is not due in any way to a lack of recognition regarding the need for affordable housing. The process seems to be without thought and in an expedited position. Seconded by Mr. George. Mr. Ellis doesn't think it is necessary to vote. The issue was not on the agenda. Mr. Sampson responded that Mr. Killion is on the agenda and it is only six weeks to the ballot question. The motion was approved unanimously..” (Motion: Sampson, second: George)
Approve the extension of the IMA
To approve the extension of the IMA.
From the minutes
“Mr. Hoctor moved to approve the extension of the IMA. Seconded by Mr. George. Approved unanimously..” (Motion: Hoctor, second: George)
Hold a special town meeting on November 17, 2025
To hold a special town meeting on November 17, 2025.
From the minutes
“Mr. Hoctor moved to hold a special town meeting on November 17, 2025. Seconded by Mr. George. Approved unanimously..” (Motion: Hoctor, second: George)
Award the bid and authorize the town manager to sign the contract
To award the bid and authorize the town manager to sign the contract.
From the minutes
“Mr. George moved to award the bid and authorize the town manager to sign the contract. Seconded by Mr. Hoctor. Approved unanimously..” (Motion: George, second: Hoctor)
Appoint Stephanie Lehtonen as a Full Member to the Commission on Disabilities from 9/18/25 to 6/30/28
To appoint Stephanie Lehtonen as a Full Member to the Commission on Disabilities from 9/18/25 to 6/30/28.
From the minutes
“Mr. George moved to appoint Stephanie Lehtonen as a Full Member to the Commission on Disabilities from 9/18/25 to 6/30/28. Seconded by Mr. Hoctor. Approved unanimously..” (Motion: George, second: Hoctor)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Mr. George moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Hoctor. Approved unanimously..” (Motion: George, second: Hoctor)
From the Sandwich Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Sandwich Enterprise (capenews.net).
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