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13 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: John Cahill, Roy Cutrer
Absent: None
Opt out of vote by mail for a special town election on January 24, 2023
Opt out of vote by mail for a special town election on January 24, 2023
“Member Cahill made a motion to opt out of vote by mail for a special town election on January 24, 2023. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Department of Public Works- Main Street Project Update Kirk Metell explained that Laurence lunch Corp has started the improvements on Main Street and are currently ahead of schedule. The Town is altering the current sidewalks to .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Based on the discussion today that Junebug be considered a dangerous dog
Based on the discussion today that Junebug be considered a dangerous dog
“Member Cahill made a motion that based on the discussion today that Junebug be considered a dangerous dog. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
The dog Chicopee be considered a dangerous dog
The dog Chicopee be considered a dangerous dog
“Member Cahill made a motion that the dog Chicopee be considered a dangerous dog. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Acknowledge the statement of the Marlins as owners of the two dogs that they are in the process of having the dogs relocated through the provider from whom they purchased them and that this is anticipated sometime this calendar year. In pending their removal from the Marlin's property that the dogs
Acknowledge the statement of the Marlins as owners of the two dogs that they are in the process of having the dogs relocated through the provider from whom they purchased them and that this is anticipated sometime this calendar year. In pending their removal from the Marlin's property that the dogs should be restraint on the property, that the fencing on the property should be maintained to prevent the dogs from leaving the property and if the dogs do go off the property that they be on a leash with a collar and also a muzzle and that the run that is installed at the property be a metal one(that is the statement we have heard from the Marlins)
“Member Cahill made a motion to acknowledge the statement of the Marlins as owners of the two dogs that they are in the process of having the dogs relocated through the provider from whom they purchased them and that this is anticipated sometime this calendar year. In pending their removal from the Marlin's property that the dogs should be restraint on the property, that the fencing on the property should be maintained to prevent the dogs from leaving the property and if the dogs do go off the property that they be on a leash with a collar and also a muzzle and that the run that is installed at.” (Motion: Cahill)
Continue the waterways regulations hearing to December 14, 2022, at 4:45PM which will allow the town attorney to provide a report
Continue the waterways regulations hearing to December 14, 2022, at 4:45PM which will allow the town attorney to provide a report
“Member Cahill made a motion to continue the waterways regulations hearing to December 14, 2022, at 4:45PM which will allow the town attorney to provide a report. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT License(s): Common Victualler License Renewal-Nat's Nook, 38 Main Str .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Approve the renewal of the Common Victualler License for Nat's Nook, 38 Main Street
Approve the renewal of the Common Victualler License for Nat's Nook, 38 Main Street
“Member Cahill made a motion to approve the renewal of the Common Victualler License for Nat's Nook, 38 Main Street. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Martha's Vineyard Museum Special Event- Martha's Vineyard Bank Holiday Party, December 10, 2022 .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Approve the special event for the Martha's Vineyard Museum
Approve the special event for the Martha's Vineyard Museum
“Member Cahill made a motion to approve the special event for the Martha's Vineyard Museum. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. One Day Alcohol License- Martha's Vineyard Museum- Martha's Vineyard Bank Holiday Party, December 10, 2022 .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Approve the one-day alcohol for the Martha's Vineyard Museum
Approve the one-day alcohol for the Martha's Vineyard Museum
“Member Cahill made a motion to approve the one-day alcohol for the Martha's Vineyard Museum. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Emergency Service Facility Personnel Update Greg Leland explained that Tracy Jones is leaving the Town with last day Thanksgiving. He is requesting permission form the board for the Town to enter into negotiations with the union .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Allow the Chief and Town Administrator to enter into negations with the union to discuss the paramedic supervisor position
Allow the Chief and Town Administrator to enter into negations with the union to discuss the paramedic supervisor position
“Member Cahill made a motion to allow the Chief and Town Administrator to enter into negations with the union to discuss the paramedic supervisor position. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Select Board Designee for Bills Approval under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 41, Section 52 Mr. Grande explained that this allows the board to designate the clerk of the board to review the bills payable and payroll and sign .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Designate the select board clerk to be the designee under MGL Ch 41, Section 52 to sign the documents
Designate the select board clerk to be the designee under MGL Ch 41, Section 52 to sign the documents
“Member Cahill made a motion to designate the select board clerk to be the designee under MGL Ch 41, Section 52 to sign the documents. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. BILLS PAYABLE Tisbury School Invoices Page 2 of 3 Daedalus CHA 39235-20 $128,690.00 W.T. Rich $781,483.00 Tappe $48,125.00 Granite City Electric $136.79 .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Approve the Tisbury School Project Invoices as read
Approve the Tisbury School Project Invoices as read
“Member Cahill made a motion to approve the Tisbury School Project Invoices as read. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. 6.30.22 $987.43 10.25.22 $1,470,377.35 .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Approve bills payable as presented
Approve bills payable as presented
“Member Cahill made a motion to approve bills payable as presented. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. PAYROLL 10.20.22 $366,090.00 10.27.22 $155,515.41 11.3.22 $488,095.07 .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
Approve the payroll as presented
Approve the payroll as presented
“Member Cahill made a motion to approve the payroll as presented. Vice- Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. PROSPECTIVE MEETINGS SCHEDULE AND AGENDA ITEMS December 7, 2022, Joint Meeting with Finance Committee December 14, 2022, Regular Meeting MEETING ADJOURNMENT Member Cahill motion to adjourn the meeting. Vice-Chair Cutrer second.” (Motion: Cahill, second: Cutrer)
From the Tisbury Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Martha’s Vineyard Times: Roy Cutrer and James Rogers (2021); John Cahill (2020, from the meeting video); Christina Colarusso (courtesy of Ms. Colarusso, 2026).
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