MassVoter.com← Wareham Select BoardWareham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
April 2, 2024
32 recorded votes, 28 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
Renew the Annual Common Victualler License under the provisions of Chapter 140 of MGL for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham
To renew the Annual Common Victualler License under the provisions of Chapter 140 of MGL for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Common Victualler License under the provisions of Chapter 140 of MGL for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside- yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Common Victualler License under the provisions of Chapter 140 of MGL for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham
To renew the Annual Common Victualler License under the provisions of Chapter 140 of MGL for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Common Victualler License under the provisions of Chapter 140 of MGL for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4- 0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Main Streel Deli, Inc, d/b/a ONSET BEACH PATIO & GRILL, 182 Onset...
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Main Streel Deli, Inc, d/b/a ONSET BEACH PATIO & GRILL, 182 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Main Streel Deli, Inc, d/b/a ONSET BEACH PATIO & GRILL, 182 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a POINT INDEPENDENCE YACHT...
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a POINT INDEPENDENCE YACHT CLUB, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a POINT INDEPENDENCE YACHT CLUB, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4- 0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Project Half Shell, Inc., d/b/a QUAHOG REPUBLIC, 197 Onset Avenue, Onset
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Project Half Shell, Inc., d/b/a QUAHOG REPUBLIC, 197 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Project Half Shell, Inc., d/b/a QUAHOG REPUBLIC, 197 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4- 0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East...
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick- yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway,...
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, weekdays only, under the provisions of Chapter 140 section 183A, for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms, Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Main Streel Deli, Inc, d/b/a ONSET BEACH PATIO & GRILL, 182 Onset Avenue, Onset
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Main Streel Deli, Inc, d/b/a ONSET BEACH PATIO & GRILL, 182 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Main Streel Deli, Inc, d/b/a ONSET BEACH PATIO & GRILL, 182 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick- yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a POINT INDEPENDENCE YACHT CLUB,...
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a POINT INDEPENDENCE YACHT CLUB, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset, MA. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a POINT INDEPENDENCE YACHT CLUB, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset, MA. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Project Half Shell, Inc., d/b/a QUAHOG REPUBLIC, 197 Onset Avenue, Onset
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Project Half Shell, Inc., d/b/a QUAHOG REPUBLIC, 197 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Project Half Shell, Inc., d/b/a QUAHOG REPUBLIC, 197 Onset Avenue, Onset. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4- 0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for Cartland of Cape Cod, d/b/a CARTLAND, 3044 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick- yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East...
To renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to renew the Annual Entertainment Licenses, Sundays only, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of MGL, for the year 2024 for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc, d/b/a WATER WIZZ, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham. Subject to receiving all department approvals and required paperwork. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick- yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Harvest Moon Festival event, Prospect Park, Bayview Park and Town Pier on September 28, 2024, rain date September 29, 2024, pending all...
To approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Harvest Moon Festival event, Prospect Park, Bayview Park and Town Pier on September 28, 2024, rain date September 29, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Harvest Moon Festival event, Prospect Park, Bayview Park and Town Pier on September 28, 2024, rain date September 29, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms, Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Christmas in the Village event, at businesses and parks throughout the village on December 14, 2024, rain date December 15, 2024, pending all...
To approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Christmas in the Village event, at businesses and parks throughout the village on December 14, 2024, rain date December 15, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Christmas in the Village event, at businesses and parks throughout the village on December 14, 2024, rain date December 15, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Illumination Night event, Onset Beach on July 27, 2024, rain date July 28, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town...
To approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Illumination Night event, Onset Beach on July 27, 2024, rain date July 28, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Onset Bay Association application for the Illumination Night event, Onset Beach on July 27, 2024, rain date July 28, 2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin- yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
The Wareham Little League application for the WLL Opening Day Parade on 4/27/2024, rain date 4/28/2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator
To the Wareham Little League application for the WLL Opening Day Parade on 4/27/2024, rain date 4/28/2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to the Wareham Little League application for the WLL Opening Day Parade on 4/27/2024, rain date 4/28/2024, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Onset Foursquare Church application for Sunday Praise Services at the Onset Bandshell on 6/30/24, 7/28/24 and 8/25/24, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town...
To approve the Onset Foursquare Church application for Sunday Praise Services at the Onset Bandshell on 6/30/24, 7/28/24 and 8/25/24, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Onset Foursquare Church application for Sunday Praise Services at the Onset Bandshell on 6/30/24, 7/28/24 and 8/25/24, pending all department approvals and permission of the Town Administrator. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve Oni-set Wig Wam Vendor & Medium Fair temporary signs on 6/22/24, 7/20/24, 8/17/24 and 9/21/24 (rain dates 6/23/24, 7/21/24, 8/18/24 and 9/22/24)
To approve Oni-set Wig Wam Vendor & Medium Fair temporary signs on 6/22/24, 7/20/24, 8/17/24 and 9/21/24 (rain dates 6/23/24, 7/21/24, 8/18/24 and 9/22/24)
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve Oni-set Wig Wam Vendor & Medium Fair temporary signs on 6/22/24, 7/20/24, 8/17/24 and 9/21/24 (rain dates 6/23/24, 7/21/24, 8/18/24 and 9/22/24). Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve Wareham Garden Club temporary signs for WGC Arbor Day Celebration at the Wareham Free Library on 4/16/24
To approve Wareham Garden Club temporary signs for WGC Arbor Day Celebration at the Wareham Free Library on 4/16/24
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve Wareham Garden Club temporary signs for WGC Arbor Day Celebration at the Wareham Free Library on 4/16/24. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve Wareham Garden Club temporary signs for WGC Garden Tour on 7/13/24
To approve Wareham Garden Club temporary signs for WGC Garden Tour on 7/13/24
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve Wareham Garden Club temporary signs for WGC Garden Tour on 7/13/24. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Accept a donation to the Council on Aging for $150.00 from an anonymous donor
To accept a donation to the Council on Aging for $150.00 from an anonymous donor
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to accept a donation to the Council on Aging for $150.00 from an anonymous donor. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Accept a donation to the Council on Aging for $8,000.00 from THE Advocates for Seniors
To accept a donation to the Council on Aging for $8,000.00 from THE Advocates for Seniors
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to accept a donation to the Council on Aging for $8,000.00 from THE Advocates for Seniors. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Accept a $7,500.00 donation to the Wareham Free Library gift account from the Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Inc
To accept a $7,500.00 donation to the Wareham Free Library gift account from the Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Inc
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to accept a $7,500.00 donation to the Wareham Free Library gift account from the Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Inc. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Recommend favorable action on the following Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles: Sl Budget Transfers $2 Fund Parking Program $3 Spring 2024 Capital S4 Transfer of Available Funds S5 Prior Year...
To recommend favorable action on the following Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles: Sl Budget Transfers $2 Fund Parking Program $3 Spring 2024 Capital S4 Transfer of Available Funds S5 Prior Year Bills S6 PEG Access Receipts To Wareham Community TV S8 Duty of Town Clerk s9 Harbor Service Permit Receipts $10 'Tremont Nail Remediation Project S11. Return Unused Funds From Completed Projects $13' Transfer of McKinney-Vento Funds To Transportation Revolving Fund S14 Delete Several General Bylaws $15 Amend the Town Charter S16 Amend Town Bylaws Finance Committee Members S17. Amendment to Wareham Wetland Protective By-Law S18 State Mandated Real Estate and Personal Property Revaluation
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to recommend favorable action on the following Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles: Sl Budget Transfers $2 Fund Parking Program $3 Spring 2024 Capital S4 Transfer of Available Funds S5 Prior Year Bills S6 PEG Access Receipts To Wareham Community TV S8 Duty of Town Clerk s9 Harbor Service Permit Receipts $10 'Tremont Nail Remediation Project S11. Return Unused Funds From Completed Projects $13' Transfer of McKinney-Vento Funds To Transportation Revolving Fund S14 Delete Several General Bylaws $15 Amend the Town Charter S16 Amend Town Bylaws Finance Committee Members S17. Amendment to Wareham Wetland Protective By-Law S18 State Mandated Real Estate and Personal Property Revaluation Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Recommend no action on the following Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles: S7 Union Contracts S12
To recommend no action on the following Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles: S7 Union Contracts S12. Sewer #1 - WPCF Areation Blowers and Vehicles
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to recommend no action on the following Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles: S7 Union Contracts S12. Sewer #1 - WPCF Areation Blowers and Vehicles Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Recommend favorable action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles: 1 Election of Officers 2 Recurring Business 3 Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4 FY25...
To recommend favorable action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles: 1 Election of Officers 2 Recurring Business 3 Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4 FY25 Revolving Funds 5 Occasional Reports 6 FY25 Capital Plan 7 FY25 Budget 9 Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School Budget 10 WPCF Enterprise Fund 11 Tremont Nail Remediation Project 12 FY2025 Community Preservation Fund Reserves 13 Remove Limit of 3 Licensed Marijuana Retailers 14 John B. Dixon Recycling Center
The roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 4-0-0 (unanimous), so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to recommend favorable action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles: 1 Election of Officers 2 Recurring Business 3 Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4 FY25 Revolving Funds 5 Occasional Reports 6 FY25 Capital Plan 7 FY25 Budget 9 Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School Budget 10 WPCF Enterprise Fund 11 Tremont Nail Remediation Project 12 FY2025 Community Preservation Fund Reserves 13 Remove Limit of 3 Licensed Marijuana Retailers 14 John B. Dixon Recycling Center Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Recommend no action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article: 8 Emergency Medical Services Budget 3-0-1
To recommend no action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article: 8 Emergency Medical Services Budget 3-0-1
Yes: Besse, Slavin, WhitesideAbstained: ChadwickThe roll call lists Ronald S. Besse without a vote; the minutes record the vote as 3-0-1, so this member is shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to recommend no action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article: 8 Emergency Medical Services Budget 3-0-1 Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse, Mr. Chadwick-abstain. VOTE: 3-0-1.” (Motion: Chadwick)
Recommend favorable action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article 13 Remove Limit of 3 Licensed Marijuana Retailers
To recommend favorable action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article 13 Remove Limit of 3 Licensed Marijuana Retailers
No: Besse, Chadwick, Slavin, Whiteside
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to recommend favorable action on the following Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article 13 Remove Limit of 3 Licensed Marijuana Retailers, seconded. Roll Call: Mr. Besse-no, Mr. Slavin-no, Mr. Chadwick-no, Ms. Whiteside-no. VOTE: 0-4-0.” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/19/2424
To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/19/2424
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/19/2424. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/26/24
To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/26/24
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes dated 3/26/24. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Mr. Chadwick-yes. VOTE: 4-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Approve and hold the Select Board Executive Meeting Minutes dated 3/26/24
To approve and hold the Select Board Executive Meeting Minutes dated 3/26/24
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Chadwick moved to approve and hold the Select Board Executive Meeting Minutes dated 3/26/24. Seconded. Roll Call: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Mr. Chadwick-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: Ms. Whiteside-yes, Mr. Slavin-yes, Mr. Besse-yes, Mr. Chadwick-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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