MassVoter.com← Wareham Select BoardWareham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
December 19, 2023
23 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Judith Whiteside, Jared S. Chadwick, Alan H. Slavin
Absent: Ronald S. Besse
Every vote, in order
Appoint Christopher Smith as an Associate to the Alternative Energy Committee - term to expire June 30, 2024
To appoint Christopher Smith as an Associate to the Alternative Energy Committee - term to expire June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to appoint Christopher Smith as an Associate to the Alternative Energy Committee - term to expire June 30, 2024. Seconded. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Appoint Brian Walecka as a Certified Weigh Master - term to expire December 31, 2024
To appoint Brian Walecka as a Certified Weigh Master - term to expire December 31, 2024
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to appoint Brian Walecka as a Certified Weigh Master - term to expire December 31, 2024. Seconded. VOTE: 3-0- 0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Appoint Daniel Walecka as a Certified Weigh Master - term to expire December 31, 2024
To appoint Daniel Walecka as a Certified Weigh Master - term to expire December 31, 2024
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to appoint Daniel Walecka as a Certified Weigh Master - term to expire December 31, 2024. Seconded. VOTE: 3-0- 0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages Licenses for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the...
To approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages Licenses for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages Licenses for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (Unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler Wines and Malt Beverages License for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the...
To approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler Wines and Malt Beverages License for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler Wines and Malt Beverages License for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (Unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler licenses for the year ending December 31, 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the...
To approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler licenses for the year ending December 31, 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve renewal of the above Year Round Common Victualler licenses for the year ending December 31, 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (Unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve renewal of the above Annual Entertainment Licenses for the year 2024, weekdays only, under the provisions of MGL Ch 140, section 183A, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete...
To approve renewal of the above Annual Entertainment Licenses for the year 2024, weekdays only, under the provisions of MGL Ch 140, section 183A, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve renewal of the above Annual Entertainment Licenses for the year 2024, weekdays only, under the provisions of MGL Ch 140, section 183A, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (Unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve renewal of the above Annual Entertainment License for the year 2024, Sundays only, under the provisions of MGL Ch 136, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release...
To approve renewal of the above Annual Entertainment License for the year 2024, Sundays only, under the provisions of MGL Ch 136, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve renewal of the above Annual Entertainment License for the year 2024, Sundays only, under the provisions of MGL Ch 136, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (Unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve renewal of the above Class 2 license for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before...
To approve renewal of the above Class 2 license for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve renewal of the above Class 2 license for the year 2024, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, with the stipulation that all inspections be complete before release of the license. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (Unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Accept a $107.00 donation from Stop & Shop to the Council on Aging
To accept a $107.00 donation from Stop & Shop to the Council on Aging
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to accept a $107.00 donation from Stop & Shop to the Council on Aging. Seconded. Roll Cail: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Accept a donation from a town resident to the Council on Aging
To accept a donation from a town resident to the Council on Aging
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to accept a donation from a town resident to the Council on Aging. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Authorize the Chair to send a letter in support of the proposed Crossroads Apartments Senior Affordable Local Initiative Project, 242 Sandwich Road
To authorize the Chair to send a letter in support of the proposed Crossroads Apartments Senior Affordable Local Initiative Project, 242 Sandwich Road
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to authorize the Chair to send a letter in support of the proposed Crossroads Apartments Senior Affordable Local Initiative Project, 242 Sandwich Road. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick- yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the 2024 ABCC Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form
To approve the 2024 ABCC Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the 2024 ABCC Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the 2024 the 2024 ABCC Renewal Certification
To approve the 2024 the 2024 ABCC Renewal Certification
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the 2024 the 2024 ABCC Renewal Certification. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into an Inter-Municipal Agreement with GATRA to utilize the former Decas School location
To authorize the Town Administrator to enter into an Inter-Municipal Agreement with GATRA to utilize the former Decas School location
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to authorize the Town Administrator to enter into an Inter-Municipal Agreement with GATRA to utilize the former Decas School location. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside- yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into agreement with COG, Inc. for CDBG grant management services and other related services for the FY22-23 Mini-Entitlement grant
To authorize the Town Administrator to enter into agreement with COG, Inc. for CDBG grant management services and other related services for the FY22-23 Mini-Entitlement grant
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to authorize the Town Administrator to enter into agreement with COG, Inc. for CDBG grant management services and other related services for the FY22-23 Mini-Entitlement grant. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Authorize allocation of ARPA Funds for phase 2 of the Wankinquoah project
To authorize allocation of ARPA Funds for phase 2 of the Wankinquoah project
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to authorize allocation of ARPA Funds for phase 2 of the Wankinquoah project. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of 11/21/23
To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of 11/21/23
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of 11/21/23. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick- yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of 11/28/23
To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of 11/28/23
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of 11/28/23. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick- yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Select Board Executive Meeting Minutes of 11/28/23
To approve the Select Board Executive Meeting Minutes of 11/28/23
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Select Board Executive Meeting Minutes of 11/28/23. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Select Board Joint Meeting Minutes of 12/7/23
To approve the Select Board Joint Meeting Minutes of 12/7/23
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Select Board Joint Meeting Minutes of 12/7/23. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Go into Executive session
To go into Executive session
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to go into Executive session. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
To go into Executive session
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to go into Executive session. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
From the Wareham 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 of current members: Wareham Week candidate profiles (Jared Chadwick and Joseph Still 2025; Marcus Gomes 2025; Sarah Corbitt and Judith Whiteside 2026). Former members show initials.
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