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2 meetings this evening, 33 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Sewer Commission. Only the Select Board's own votes are included.
Present: Judith Whiteside, Sarah Corbitt, Jared S. Chadwick, Marcus S. Gomes, Joseph M. Still
Absent: None
2 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Appoint Scott Soby, as a Member-at-Large, term to expire May 6, 2026
To appoint Scott Soby, as a Member-at-Large, term to expire May 6, 2026
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to appoint Scott Soby, as a Member-at-Large, term to expire May 6, 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes. VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Adjourn the Joint Meeting with the Sewer Commission
To adjourn the Joint Meeting with the Sewer Commission
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to adjourn the Joint Meeting with the Sewer Commission, seconded. Roll Cail: Joseph Still- yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes. VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Present: Judith Whiteside, Sarah Corbitt, Jared S. Chadwick, Marcus S. Gomes, Joseph M. Still
Absent: None
During the meeting:
31 recorded votes, 9 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Reappoint Donald Wilson, as a Member, to the Alternative Energy Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Donald Wilson, as a Member, to the Alternative Energy Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Donald Wilson, as a Member, to the Alternative Energy Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Denise Wolk, as a Member, to the Alternative Energy Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2027
To reappoint Denise Wolk, as a Member, to the Alternative Energy Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2027
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Denise Wolk, as a Member, to the Alternative Energy Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2027, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Susan M. Akins, as a Member, to the Cemetery Commission, with a 2™ term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Susan M. Akins, as a Member, to the Cemetery Commission, with a 2™ term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Susan M. Akins, as a Member, to the Cemetery Commission, with a 2™ term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Kwame Bartie, as a Member, to the Conservation Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Kwame Bartie, as a Member, to the Conservation Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Kwame Bartie, as a Member, to the Conservation Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Jessica Parr, as a Member, to the Conservation Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2027
To reappoint Jessica Parr, as a Member, to the Conservation Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2027
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Jessica Parr, as a Member, to the Conservation Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2027, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Scott Soby, as a Member (formerly Associate Member), to the Conservation Commission, with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Scott Soby, as a Member (formerly Associate Member), to the Conservation Commission, with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Scott Soby, as a Member (formerly Associate Member), to the Conservation Commission, with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Elaine LeMoine, as a Member, to the Council on Aging Board, with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Elaine LeMoine, as a Member, to the Council on Aging Board, with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Elaine LeMoine, as a Member, to the Council on Aging Board, with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Cali: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Robert Blair, as a Member, to the Historic District Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Robert Blair, as a Member, to the Historic District Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Robert Blair, as a Member, to the Historic District Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roil Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Angela Dunham, as a Member, to the Historic District Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Angela Dunham, as a Member, to the Historic District Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Angela Dunham, as a Member, to the Historic District Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Robert Blair, as a Member, to the Historical Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Robert Blair, as a Member, to the Historical Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Robert Blair, as a Member, to the Historical Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Leonaud Boutin, as a Member, to the Historical Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2027
To reappoint Leonaud Boutin, as a Member, to the Historical Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2027
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Leonaud Boutin, as a Member, to the Historical Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2027, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Linda Scharf, as a Member, to the Minot Forest Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2026
To reappoint Linda Scharf, as a Member, to the Minot Forest Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2026
Yes: Chadwick, Gomes, StillNo: Corbitt, Whiteside
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Linda Scharf, as a Member, to the Minot Forest Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt nay, Chair Whiteside - nay VOTE: 3-2-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Patrick Lester, as a Member, to the Open Space Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Patrick Lester, as a Member, to the Open Space Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Gomes, StillNo: Whiteside
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Patrick Lester, as a Member, to the Open Space Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt yes, Chair Whiteside - no VOTE: 4-1-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to the Open Space Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to the Open Space Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to the Open Space Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call; Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Amanda Cobb, as a Member, to the Recycling Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Amanda Cobb, as a Member, to the Recycling Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Amanda Cobb, as a Member, to the Recycling Committee with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Sarah Corbitt, as a Member, to the Redevelopment Authority with a term to expire May 2026
To reappoint Sarah Corbitt, as a Member, to the Redevelopment Authority with a term to expire May 2026
“MOTION: Jared Chadwick moved to reappoint Sarah Corbitt, as a Member, to the Redevelopment Authority with a term to expire May 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Reappoint Judith Whiteside, as a Member, to the Redevelopment Authority with a term to expire May 2026
To reappoint Judith Whiteside, as a Member, to the Redevelopment Authority with a term to expire May 2026
“MOTION: Jared Chadwick moved to reappoint Judith Whiteside, as a Member, to the Redevelopment Authority with a term to expire May 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Chadwick)
Reappoint Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to the Wareham Affordable Housing Trust with a term to expire June 30, 2027
To reappoint Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to the Wareham Affordable Housing Trust with a term to expire June 30, 2027
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to the Wareham Affordable Housing Trust with a term to expire June 30, 2027, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Deneen Rose, as a Member, to the Wareham Cultural Council with a term to expire June 30, 2028
To reappoint Deneen Rose, as a Member, to the Wareham Cultural Council with a term to expire June 30, 2028
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Deneen Rose, as a Member, to the Wareham Cultural Council with a term to expire June 30, 2028, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Stiil - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: §-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Christopher Conti, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2026
To reappoint Christopher Conti, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2026
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Christopher Conti, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Reappoint Nazih Elkallassi, as a Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2030
To reappoint Nazih Elkallassi, as a Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2030
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to reappoint Nazih Elkallassi, as a Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2030, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Confirm Patrick Lester, as a Member, to serve on the Community Preservation Committee as a Representative of the Open Space Committee, with a term to expire June 30, 2026
To confirm Patrick Lester, as a Member, to serve on the Community Preservation Committee as a Representative of the Open Space Committee, with a term to expire June 30, 2026
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Gomes, StillNo: Whiteside
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to confirm Patrick Lester, as a Member, to serve on the Community Preservation Committee as a Representative of the Open Space Committee, with a term to expire June 30, 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - no VOTE: 4-1-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Confirm Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to serve on the Community Preservation Committee as a Representative of the Conservation Commission, with a term to expire June 30, 2026
To confirm Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to serve on the Community Preservation Committee as a Representative of the Conservation Commission, with a term to expire June 30, 2026
The minutes give the result as "5-0-0 (unanimous)", but the roll call reads: Joseph M. Still yes, Marcus S. Gomes yes, Jared S. Chadwick yes, Sarah Corbitt yes, Judith Whiteside no. The names and the count do not match, so individual votes are not shown.
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to confirm Sandra Slavin, as a Member, to serve on the Community Preservation Committee as a Representative of the Conservation Commission, with a term to expire June 30, 2026, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt yes, Chair Whiteside - no VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Open the 7:15 p.m. hearing for the Application for a New §12 All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer...
To open the 7:15 p.m. hearing for the Application for a New §12 All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager. The notice was read into the record
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to open the 7:15 p.m. hearing for the Application for a New §12 All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager. The notice was read into the record. Seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Close the 7:15 p.m. Hearing for the Application for New §12 Ail Alcoholic Beverages License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager
To close the 7:15 p.m. Hearing for the Application for New §12 Ail Alcoholic Beverages License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to close the 7:15 p.m. Hearing for the Application for New §12 Ail Alcoholic Beverages License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve the Application for New §12 All Alcoholic Beverages License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager - Application for...
To approve the Application for New §12 All Alcoholic Beverages License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager - Application for Renewal of the following Common Victualler License, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid)
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Application for New §12 All Alcoholic Beverages License - Tavern Hospitality LLC, d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham, Jennifer McHugh, Manager - Application for Renewal of the following Common Victualler License, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid), seconded. Roll Cail: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve the Application for the Common Victualler Licenser, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid) for W...
To approve the Application for the Common Victualler Licenser, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid) for W Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz of Cape Cod, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham, MA 02538, Jonathan Bizier, Manager
Yes: Chadwick, Gomes, Still, WhitesideNo: Corbitt
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Application for the Common Victualler Licenser, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid) for W Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz of Cape Cod, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham, MA 02538, Jonathan Bizier, Manager, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - nay, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-1-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve the Application for Renewal of the Public Amusement License, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid) and...
To approve the Application for Renewal of the Public Amusement License, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid) and application for modification of license for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz of Cape Cod, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham, MA 02538, Jonathan Bizier, Manager
Yes: Chadwick, Gomes, WhitesideNo: Corbitt, Still
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Application for Renewal of the Public Amusement License, under the provisions of MGL Chapter 140 for the year 2025 (pending all inspections, paperwork to be in order and fees paid) and application for modification of license for WW Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz of Cape Cod, 3031 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham, MA 02538, Jonathan Bizier, Manager, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - nay, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt nay, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 3-2-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Amend the Town of Wareham Liquor License Regulations with the following language: "Tt shall be prohibited practice to offer Town of Wareham employees or officials any free or discounted beverages."
To amend the Town of Wareham Liquor License Regulations with the following language: "Tt shall be prohibited practice to offer Town of Wareham employees or officials any free or discounted beverages."
Yes: Corbitt, Gomes, Still, WhitesideNo: Chadwick
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to amend the Town of Wareham Liquor License Regulations with the following language: "Tt shall be prohibited practice to offer Town of Wareham employees or officials any free or discounted beverages." Seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - no, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-1-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Confirm the action, taken at the Select Board Meeting on May 20, 2025, to send a letter of support the Southeastern Region Planning and Economic Development Districts (SRPEDD) regarding technical...
To confirm the action, taken at the Select Board Meeting on May 20, 2025, to send a letter of support the Southeastern Region Planning and Economic Development Districts (SRPEDD) regarding technical assistance to communities regarding by-laws for ADUs (accessory dwelling units)
Yes: Corbitt, Gomes, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Chadwick
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to confirm the action, taken at the Select Board Meeting on May 20, 2025, to send a letter of support the Southeastern Region Planning and Economic Development Districts (SRPEDD) regarding technical assistance to communities regarding by-laws for ADUs (accessory dwelling units), seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes -- yes, Jared Chadwick - abstain, Sarah Corbitt yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Adjourn
To adjourn
The minutes give the result as "5-0-0 (unanimous)", but the roll call reads: Joseph M. Still yes, Marcus S. Gomes yes, Jared S. Chadwick abstained, Sarah Corbitt yes, Judith Whiteside yes. The names and the count do not match, so individual votes are not shown.
“MOTION: Jared Chadwick moved to adjourn, Seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - abstain, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-0 (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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