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January 10, 2024
19 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John Cahill, Roy Cutrer, Christina Colarusso
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Council on Aging Board- Wendy Andrews, Linda Gorham
Appoint Wendy Andrews and Linda Gorham to the Council on Aging Board
Appoint Wendy Andrews and Linda Gorham to the Council on Aging Board
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“John Cahill made a motion to appoint Wendy Andrews and Linda Gorham to the Council on Aging Board Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Conditional Local Building Inspector- Tom Perry .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Conditional Local Building Inspector- Tom Perry
Appoint Tom Perry as the Conditional Local Building Inspector, extending his contract to June 30th, the end of the fiscal year
Appoint Tom Perry as the Conditional Local Building Inspector, extending his contract to June 30th, the end of the fiscal year
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“John Cahill made a motion to appoint Tom Perry as the Conditional Local Building Inspector, extending his contract to June 30th, the end of the fiscal year Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Martha's Vineyard Commission- Greg .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Appoint Greg Martino to the Martha's Vineyard Commission for a one-year term
Appoint Greg Martino to the Martha's Vineyard Commission for a one-year term
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Martino Colarusso made a motion to appoint Greg Martino to the Martha's Vineyard Commission for a one-year term Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Police Union Negotiation Team- Select Board Representative Roy Cutrer stated he was previously on the Police Union Negotiation Team and would like to retain that position. .” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
Roy Cutrer stated he was previously on the Police Union Negotiation Team and would like to retain that position.
Roy Cutrer stated he was previously on the Police Union Negotiation Team and would like to retain that position. — Roy to serve on the team
Roy to serve on the team
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“John Cahill nominated Roy to serve on the team, Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Temporary Appointment, Acting Town Accountant- Assistant Town Accountant John .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Appoint the current Assistant Town Accountant John Minnehan as the Acting Town Accountant for up to 60 days
Appoint the current Assistant Town Accountant John Minnehan as the Acting Town Accountant for up to 60 days
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Minnehan Colarusso made a motion to appoint the current Assistant Town Accountant John Minnehan as the Acting Town Accountant for up to 60 days Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. MINUTES APROVAL July 26, 2023 No action taken. DISCUSSION AND VOTES Martha's Vineyard Museum Memorandum of Understanding John Grande reported that the 3-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Martha's Vineyard Museum rec.” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Museum for a period of 3 years
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Museum for a period of 3 years
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Cahill made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Museum for a period of 3 years Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. 41 North Offshore LLC Proposal Update- Port Council Representative Discussion was postponed to the next meeting. Cape Light Compact Benefits Russell Hartenstine, the Town's appointed representative to Cape Light Compact for the pas.” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Approve up to $110,000 in ARPA funds for the discussed purpose
Approve up to $110,000 in ARPA funds for the discussed purpose
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Cahill made a motion to approve up to $110,000 in ARPA funds for the discussed purpose. Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. American Rescue Plan Act Funds Requests- Wastewater John Grande reported that the Wastewater Department rescinded their ARPA funds request and will fund their project in a different manner. The Waterworks Department will submit an .” (Motion: Cahill)
Committee, spoke as an individual in support of Jason's character.
Take no action on suspending Robinson's license
Take no action on suspending Robinson's license
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Cahill made a motion to take no action on suspending Robinson's license Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT Affordable Homes Act Testimony Update John Grande reported he is continuing to submit testimony in support of special legislation regarding the housing bank. This is an ongoing effort the Select Board sho.” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Send a letter of support to DEP for approving the burn permit
Send a letter of support to DEP for approving the burn permit
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Colarusso made a motion to send a letter of support to DEP for approving the burn permit Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Common Victualler License Renewals Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Black Dog Tavern, 20 Beach Street Extension Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Black Dog Bakery Café, 509 State Road Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Black Dog Water.” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
Pantalone Inc dba Rocco's Pizza, 79 Beach Road
Approve the common Victualler License Renewals as presented
Approve the common Victualler License Renewals as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Road Cahill made a motion to approve the common Victualler License Renewals as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Alcohol License Renewals La Strada LLC d/b/a La Strada, 65 Main Street Waterside Market Group Inc d/b/a Waterside Market/The Attic, 82 Main Street Black Dog Tavern Company LLC d/b/a The Black Dog Tavern, 20 Beach Street Extension B.” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Pantalone Inc d/b/a Rocco's Pizzeria, 79 Beach Road
Approve the alcohol license renewals as presented
Approve the alcohol license renewals as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Road Colarusso made a motion to approve the alcohol license renewals as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. One-Day Alcohol License Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, 130 Center Street- Coffee House 1.27.24 .” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, 130 Center Street- Coffee House 1.27.24
Approve the One-Day Alcohol License for the Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, 130 Center Street- Coffee House on 1.27.24
Approve the One-Day Alcohol License for the Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, 130 Center Street- Coffee House on 1.27.24
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Colarusso made a motion to approve the One-Day Alcohol License for the Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, 130 Center Street- Coffee House on 1.27.24 Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Lodging House License Renewals Crocker House Inn, 12 Crocker Avenue Nobnocket Boutique Inn, 60 Mt Aldworth .” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
Crocker House Inn, 12 Crocker Avenue
Approve the Lodging House License Renewals as presented
Approve the Lodging House License Renewals as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Road Colarusso made a motion to approve the Lodging House License Renewals as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Entertainment License Black Dog Tavern Company LLC dba Black Dog Café, 509 State Road The Black Dog Cafe's annual entertainment license was tabled until the January 24th meeting for further review. Class II License Renewals Atlanta.” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
Class II License Renewals
Approve the Class II License renewals as presented
Approve the Class II License renewals as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Street Cahill made a motion to approve the Class II License renewals as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Acceptance of Donation Page 3 of 4 Docusign Envelope ID: 4958A6D6-22AF-4CA4-BC1C-BB1B5C50C6B2 Council on Aging- David and Nancy Jedrick The Council on Aging received a $500 donation from David and Nancy Jedrick. .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
The Council on Aging received a $500 donation from David and Nancy Jedrick.
The Council on Aging received a $500 donation from David and Nancy Jedrick. — accept the donation
Accept the donation
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
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“Cahill made a motion to accept the donation Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Cemetery Plots 40 Poplar 48 Poplar 91A .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
48 Poplar
Approve the cemetery plots as presented
Approve the cemetery plots as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
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“Pear Colarusso made a motion to approve the cemetery plots as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Bills Payable Warrant 1.2.2024 $646,193.49 .” (Motion: Colarusso, second: Cahill)
1.2.2024 $646,193.49
Approve the bills payable warrants as presented
Approve the bills payable warrants as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
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“Cahill made a motion to approve the bills payable warrants as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. Payroll Warrant 12.30.2023 $307, 434.18 .” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
12.30.2023 $307, 434.18
Approve the payroll warrants as presented
Approve the payroll warrants as presented
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Cahill made a motion to approve the payroll warrants as presented Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. EXECUTIVE SESSION Vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g))2. To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaini.” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
Enter the Executive Session and to not reconvene in open session at 6:05PM
Enter the Executive Session and to not reconvene in open session at 6:05PM
The minutes record 2 in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained with 3 members present, so one member’s vote is not recorded; individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Stipend Cahill made a motion to enter the Executive Session and to not reconvene in open session at 6:05PM Roll Call Vote. The vote was 2 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstained. The Meeting was adjourned at 6:06PM. Meeting Minutes Recorded by Executive Assistant Elena De Foe, February 11, 2025 Meeting Minutes Approved _______________________ ______________ _______________ _______________ Roy Cutrer J.” (Motion: Cahill, second: Colarusso)
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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