MassVoter.com← Wareham Select BoardWareham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
March 5, 2024
18 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Judith Whiteside, Jared S. Chadwick, Alan H. Slavin, Ronald S. Besse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint William McCoy as a Member to the Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee - term to expire December 31, 2024
To appoint William McCoy as a Member to the Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee - term to expire December 31, 2024
Yes: Besse, Chadwick, WhitesideThe roll call does not list Alan H. Slavin, who was present.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to appoint William McCoy as a Member to the Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee - term to expire December 31, 2024. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Besse- yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 3-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Allow Mr. Mattos to bring a certified or bank check for payment for the liquor license, as weil as the TIPS certification, liquor liability insurance, as well as general insurance, to the Select...
To allow Mr. Mattos to bring a certified or bank check for payment for the liquor license, as weil as the TIPS certification, liquor liability insurance, as well as general insurance, to the Select Board office by noon, March 6, 2024, at which time he may pick up his licenses
Yes: Chadwick, SlavinNo: BesseAbstained: Whiteside
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to allow Mr. Mattos to bring a certified or bank check for payment for the liquor license, as weil as the TIPS certification, liquor liability insurance, as well as general insurance, to the Select Board office by noon, March 6, 2024, at which time he may pick up his licenses. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-no, Ms. Whiteside-abstain. VOTE: 2-1-1.” (Motion: Chadwick)
For a further informational hearing to be held April 9° (actual meeting will be held on April 16), to ascertain what progress Mr. Hurlburt has made regarding building improvements
For a further informational hearing to be held April 9° (actual meeting will be held on April 16), to ascertain what progress Mr. Hurlburt has made regarding building improvements
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved for a further informational hearing to be held April 9° (actual meeting will be held on April 16), to ascertain what progress Mr. Hurlburt has made regarding building improvements. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve an application for The Church in the Pines Easter Egg Hunt at Decas School Field on March 23, 2024, pending signed Attestation form and all department approvals, including Town...
To approve an application for The Church in the Pines Easter Egg Hunt at Decas School Field on March 23, 2024, pending signed Attestation form and all department approvals, including Town Administrator Sullivan
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve an application for The Church in the Pines Easter Egg Hunt at Decas School Field on March 23, 2024, pending signed Attestation form and all department approvals, including Town Administrator Sullivan. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve temporary signs for The First Spiritualist Church of Onset, Holistic Psychic Fair, April 13, 2024
To approve temporary signs for The First Spiritualist Church of Onset, Holistic Psychic Fair, April 13, 2024
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve temporary signs for The First Spiritualist Church of Onset, Holistic Psychic Fair, April 13, 2024. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve temporary signs for the Onset Bay Association Easter Egg Hunt, March 30, 2024, noting NO banners or signs are placed on any trees
To approve temporary signs for the Onset Bay Association Easter Egg Hunt, March 30, 2024, noting NO banners or signs are placed on any trees
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve temporary signs for the Onset Bay Association Easter Egg Hunt, March 30, 2024, noting NO banners or signs are placed on any trees. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Rummage Sale, April 27 or May 11, 2024 (rain date May 27, 2024)
To approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Rummage Sale, April 27 or May 11, 2024 (rain date May 27, 2024)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Rummage Sale, April 27 or May 11, 2024 (rain date May 27, 2024). Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Rummage Sale, September 28, 2024 (rain date October 5, 2024)
To approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Rummage Sale, September 28, 2024 (rain date October 5, 2024)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Rummage Sale, September 28, 2024 (rain date October 5, 2024). Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Christmas Fair, December 7, 2024 (rain date December 14, 2024)
To approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Christmas Fair, December 7, 2024 (rain date December 14, 2024)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve temporary signs for Church of the Good Shepherd Christmas Fair, December 7, 2024 (rain date December 14, 2024). Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve an Easter Egg Hunt at Prospect Park/Bandshell (NO Gazebo), for the Onset Bay Association on March 30, 2024, pending all department approvals
To approve an Easter Egg Hunt at Prospect Park/Bandshell (NO Gazebo), for the Onset Bay Association on March 30, 2024, pending all department approvals
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve an Easter Egg Hunt at Prospect Park/Bandshell (NO Gazebo), for the Onset Bay Association on March 30, 2024, pending all department approvals. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the temporary sign request list for the Onset Bay Association events for 2024, noting NO banners or signs are placed on any trees
To approve the temporary sign request list for the Onset Bay Association events for 2024, noting NO banners or signs are placed on any trees
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the temporary sign request list for the Onset Bay Association events for 2024, noting NO banners or signs are placed on any trees. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0- 0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the annual Harvest Triathlon for Max Performance, road use/cycling portion only, on June 9, 2024, pending all department approvals
To approve the annual Harvest Triathlon for Max Performance, road use/cycling portion only, on June 9, 2024, pending all department approvals
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the annual Harvest Triathlon for Max Performance, road use/cycling portion only, on June 9, 2024, pending all department approvals. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Appoint Richard Bowen Town Counsel (Town Bylaws, Division I, Article Ill, section 1)
To appoint Richard Bowen Town Counsel (Town Bylaws, Division I, Article Ill, section 1)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to appoint Richard Bowen Town Counsel (Town Bylaws, Division I, Article Ill, section 1). Seconded. Rol Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Accept a $44.00 check donation to the Library Gift Fund from the Shaw's Give Back Where It Counts program
To to accept a $44.00 check donation to the Library Gift Fund from the Shaw's Give Back Where It Counts program
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to to accept a $44.00 check donation to the Library Gift Fund from the Shaw's Give Back Where It Counts program. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the opt-out and reduction fees applications for Curbside Billing FY24 in the amount of $182.50
To approve the opt-out and reduction fees applications for Curbside Billing FY24 in the amount of $182.50
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the opt-out and reduction fees applications for Curbside Billing FY24 in the amount of $182.50. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin- yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Recommend favorable Action on annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles, items 1-5 on the grid as follows: 1
To recommend favorable Action on annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles, items 1-5 on the grid as follows: 1. Election of Officers 2. Recurring Business 3. Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4. FY25 Revolving Funds 5. Occasional Reports
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to recommend favorable Action on annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles, items 1-5 on the grid as follows: 1. Election of Officers 2. Recurring Business 3. Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4. FY25 Revolving Funds 5. Occasional Reports Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Notice the Special Town Meeting with the Annual Spring Town Meeting and to post the Notice of Intent
To Notice the Special Town Meeting with the Annual Spring Town Meeting and to post the Notice of Intent
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to Notice the Special Town Meeting with the Annual Spring Town Meeting and to post the Notice of Intent. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Slavin moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Slavin- yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Ms. Whiteside-yes. VOTE: 4-0.” (Motion: Slavin)
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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