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March 31, 2026
30 recorded votes, 9 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Judith Whiteside, Sarah Corbitt, Jared S. Chadwick, Marcus S. Gomes, Joseph M. Still
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Elizabeth Arone, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with a term to expire June 30, 2026
To appoint Elizabeth Arone, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with a term to expire June 30, 2026
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to appoint Elizabeth Arone, 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)
Re-open the Hearing regarding the application of Tavern Hospitality, Inc., d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham MA 02571, for an Entertainment License to include Live Music and...
To re-open the Hearing regarding the application of Tavern Hospitality, Inc., d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham MA 02571, for an Entertainment License to include Live Music and Jukebox, Sunday through Saturday, between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A and Chapter 136 of Massachusetts General Laws
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to re-open the Hearing regarding the application of Tavern Hospitality, Inc., d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham MA 02571, for an Entertainment License to include Live Music and Jukebox, Sunday through Saturday, between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A and Chapter 136 of Massachusetts General Laws, 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)
Continue the Hearing to a future date regarding the application of Tavern Hospitality, Inc., d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham MA 02571, for an Entertainment License to include...
To continue the Hearing to a future date regarding the application of Tavern Hospitality, Inc., d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham MA 02571, for an Entertainment License to include Live Music and Jukebox, Sunday through Saturday, between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A and Chapter 136 of Massachusetts General Laws
Yes: Corbitt, Still, WhitesideNo: Chadwick, Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to continue the Hearing to a future date regarding the application of Tavern Hospitality, Inc., d/b/a The Pour Farm Tavern, 196 Main Street, Wareham MA 02571, for an Entertainment License to include Live Music and Jukebox, Sunday through Saturday, between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A and Chapter 136 of Massachusetts General Laws, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - no, Jared Chadwick - no, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 3-2-0 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve the new Common Victualler License, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for...
To approve the new Common Victualler License, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for DDO New England LLC, d/b/a Taco Bell #42080, Anthony Marden, Manager, 2424 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02571 (#48799) - noting that the hours approved were from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the new Common Victualler License, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for DDO New England LLC, d/b/a Taco Bell #42080, Anthony Marden, Manager, 2424 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02571 (#48799) - noting that the hours approved were from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., 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 Change of Manager to Emanuel Gomes from Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#LL-26-04)
To approve the application for Change of Manager to Emanuel Gomes from Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#LL-26-04)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the application for Change of Manager to Emanuel Gomes from Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#LL-26-04), 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 Seasonal Common Victualler Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws {pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory...
To approve the Seasonal Common Victualler Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws {pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i,ii,iv
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Seasonal Common Victualler Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws {pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i,ii,iv, seconded. i. Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#48836) ii. WW Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz, 3031 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02571 (#48813) iii. 4hittle Harber Read Wareham MA 02571148814) nb: 8.c.iii was not addressed iv. XJX, Inc., d/b/a Sand n Surf, Jerry Silva, Manager, 3194 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02532 (#48873) 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 Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License for the period from April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026, under the provisions of Chapter 138 Section 15 of Massachusetts...
To approve the Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License for the period from April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026, under the provisions of Chapter 138 Section 15 of Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for Mahadev Krupa, Inc., d/b/a The Bottle Liquors, Hetalbahen Patel, Manager, 3074 Cranberry Highway, Wareham, MA 02571
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License for the period from April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026, under the provisions of Chapter 138 Section 15 of Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for Mahadev Krupa, Inc., d/b/a The Bottle Liquors, Hetalbahen Patel, Manager, 3074 Cranberry Highway, Wareham, MA 02571, 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 Seasonal Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages Club License for the period from April !, 2026 through November 30, 2026, under the provisions of Chapter 138 Section 12 of...
To approve the Seasonal Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages Club License for the period from April !, 2026 through November 30, 2026, under the provisions of Chapter 138 Section 12 of Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#LL-25-5)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Seasonal Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages Club License for the period from April !, 2026 through November 30, 2026, under the provisions of Chapter 138 Section 12 of Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#LL-25-5), 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 Seasonal Weekday Entertainment Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory...
To approve the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i,iv,v. i. WW Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz, 3031 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02571 (HENT-94) iv. XJX, Inc., d/b/a Sand n Surf, Jerry Silva, Manager, 3194 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02532 (#ENT-97) v. Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#HENT-95)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i,iv,v. i. WW Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz, 3031 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02571 (HENT-94) iv. XJX, Inc., d/b/a Sand n Surf, Jerry Silva, Manager, 3194 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02532 (#ENT-97) v. Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset MA 02558 (#HENT-95) 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 Seasonal Weekday Entertainment License, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory...
To approve the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment License, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for Cartland of Cape Cod, Inc., d/b/a/ Cartland, Nancy Angus, Manager, 3044 Cranberry Highway, Buzzards Bay MA 02532 (#ENT-92)
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Seasonal Weekday Entertainment License, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §183A of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for Cartland of Cape Cod, Inc., d/b/a/ Cartland, Nancy Angus, Manager, 3044 Cranberry Highway, Buzzards Bay MA 02532 (#ENT-92), seconded. ii. Cartland of Cape Cod, Inc., d/b/a/ Cartland, Nancy Angus, Manager, 3044 Cranberry Highway, Buzzards Bay MA 02532 (HENT-92) iii. Blank Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstain, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve the Seasonal Sunday Entertainment Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory...
To approve the Seasonal Sunday Entertainment Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i-iii
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the Seasonal Sunday Entertainment Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 136 of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i-iii, seconded. i. WwW Cranberry Highway, Inc., d/b/a Water Wizz, 3031 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02571 ii. XJX, Inc., d/b/a Sand n Surf, Jerry Silva, Manager, 3194 Cranberry Highway, Wareham MA 02532 ili. Point Independence Yacht Club, Inc., d/b/a Point Independence Yacht Club, 15-17 Independence Lane, Onset, MA 02558 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 and sign the Seasonal ABCC Liquor License Renewal Certification for 2026
To approve and sign the Seasonal ABCC Liquor License Renewal Certification for 2026
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and sign the Seasonal ABCC Liquor License Renewal Certification for 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)
Approve the renewal of the Second Hand/Junk Dealer's Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §54-56, of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and...
To approve the renewal of the Second Hand/Junk Dealer's Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §54-56, of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i-ii
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the renewal of the Second Hand/Junk Dealer's Licenses, under the provisions of Chapter 140, §54-56, of the Massachusetts General Laws (pending payment of fees, completion of paperwork and satisfactory inspections) for the following, items i-ii, seconded. i. Used Tire Warehouse, Inc., 4 Thatcher Lane, Wareham MA 02571 (#26-30) ii. Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Inc., 59 Marion Road, Wareham MA 02571 (#26-31) 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 and issue a One Day Liquor Permit (Wine & Malt Beverages Only) to The Bartending Service of New England LLC for Sip & Stroll Harbor Fest Event to be held on June 27, 2026 (Rain Date June...
To approve and issue a One Day Liquor Permit (Wine & Malt Beverages Only) to The Bartending Service of New England LLC for Sip & Stroll Harbor Fest Event to be held on June 27, 2026 (Rain Date June 28, 2026) from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and issue a One Day Liquor Permit (Wine & Malt Beverages Only) to The Bartending Service of New England LLC for Sip & Stroll Harbor Fest Event to be held on June 27, 2026 (Rain Date June 28, 2026) from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstain, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve and issue a One Day Liquor Permit (Wine & Malt Beverages Only) to The Bartending Service of New England LLC for Sip and Stroll Harvest Fest Event to be held on October 3, 2026 (Rain Date...
To approve and issue a One Day Liquor Permit (Wine & Malt Beverages Only) to The Bartending Service of New England LLC for Sip and Stroll Harvest Fest Event to be held on October 3, 2026 (Rain Date October 4, 2026) from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and issue a One Day Liquor Permit (Wine & Malt Beverages Only) to The Bartending Service of New England LLC for Sip and Stroll Harvest Fest Event to be held on October 3, 2026 (Rain Date October 4, 2026) from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant, seconded. Roll Cail: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstain, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Accept the cash donation to the Council on Aging from Aldo Giannelli in the amount of $100 to be used for any purpose
To accept the cash donation to the Council on Aging from Aldo Giannelli in the amount of $100 to be used for any purpose
From the minutes
“MOTION; Sarah Corbitt moved to accept the cash donation to the Council on Aging from Aldo Giannelli in the amount of $100 to be used for any purpose, 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)
Accept the cash donation to the Council on Aging from Susan Evers in the amount of $60 to be used for any purpose
To accept the cash donation to the Council on Aging from Susan Evers in the amount of $60 to be used for any purpose
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to accept the cash donation to the Council on Aging from Susan Evers in the amount of $60 to be used for any purpose, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - yes, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 5-0-6 (unanimous).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for the Little League Parade (TJ Croken) on April 25, 2026 (rain date April 26, 2026) from 10:00 am to 10:45...
To approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for the Little League Parade (TJ Croken) on April 25, 2026 (rain date April 26, 2026) from 10:00 am to 10:45 am (#48844)
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for the Little League Parade (TJ Croken) on April 25, 2026 (rain date April 26, 2026) from 10:00 am to 10:45 am (#48844), 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)
Approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for the Buzzards Bay Coalition Watershed Ride (Kate Reilly) to be held on October 4, 2026 from 12:00 pm to...
To approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for the Buzzards Bay Coalition Watershed Ride (Kate Reilly) to be held on October 4, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm (#48748) to include directional road signs and to waive permit fee
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for the Buzzards Bay Coalition Watershed Ride (Kate Reilly) to be held on October 4, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm (#48748) to include directional road signs and to waive permit fee, 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 and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for Harbor Fest (Lorna Brunelle) to be held on June 27, 2026 (Rain Date June 28, 2026) from 4:00 pm to 8:00...
To approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for Harbor Fest (Lorna Brunelle) to be held on June 27, 2026 (Rain Date June 28, 2026) from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant (#48714) and to waive permit fee
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for Harbor Fest (Lorna Brunelle) to be held on June 27, 2026 (Rain Date June 28, 2026) from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant (#48714) and to waive permit fee, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstained, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for Sip and Stroll Harvest Fest (Lorna Brunelle) to be held on October 3, 2026 (Rain Date October 4, 2026)...
To approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for Sip and Stroll Harvest Fest (Lorna Brunelle) to be held on October 3, 2026 (Rain Date October 4, 2026) from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant (#48777)
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve and waive the fee for the Special Event Permit (pending departmental approval) for Sip and Stroll Harvest Fest (Lorna Brunelle) to be held on October 3, 2026 (Rain Date October 4, 2026) from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm to be held at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview Restaurant (#48777), seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstained, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt - yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Appoint Mr. Joshua Faherty, the Town of Wareham Director of Planning, as the Select Board Representative for the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development (SRPEDD) Commission member...
To appoint Mr. Joshua Faherty, the Town of Wareham Director of Planning, as the Select Board Representative for the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development (SRPEDD) Commission member for the term May 31, 2026 to June 1, 2027
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to appoint Mr. Joshua Faherty, the Town of Wareham Director of Planning, as the Select Board Representative for the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development (SRPEDD) Commission member for the term May 31, 2026 to June 1, 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)
Recommend favorable action on Articles 1-5 on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description ol Election of Officers = 3 Compensation of Certain Elected...
To recommend favorable action on Articles 1-5 on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description ol Election of Officers = 3 Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4 FY 2027 Revolving Funds 5 Occasional Reports
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to recommend favorable action on Articles 1-5 on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description ol Election of Officers = 3 Compensation of Certain Elected and Appointed Officials 4 FY 2027 Revolving Funds 5 Occasional Reports 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)
Recommend favorable action on Articles 11-17 on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description Rescind Prior Year Bond Authorizations FY 2027 Community...
To recommend favorable action on Articles 11-17 on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description Rescind Prior Year Bond Authorizations FY 2027 Community Preservation Fund Reserves CPC Cranberry Manor Phase II CPC Beaverdam Creek Conservation Project Delivery of Town Meeting Warrant Bylaw Amendment To Dissolve Minot Forest Committee
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to recommend favorable action on Articles 11-17 on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description Rescind Prior Year Bond Authorizations FY 2027 Community Preservation Fund Reserves CPC Cranberry Manor Phase II CPC Beaverdam Creek Conservation Project Delivery of Town Meeting Warrant Bylaw Amendment To Dissolve Minot Forest Committee 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)
Recommend favorable action on Article 18, "Plastic Bag Reduction" on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description | 1B Plastic Bag Reduction
To recommend favorable action on Article 18, "Plastic Bag Reduction" on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description | 1B Plastic Bag Reduction
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to recommend favorable action on Article 18, "Plastic Bag Reduction" on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description | 1B Plastic Bag Reduction 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)
Recommend favorable action on Article 19, "Zoning Bylaw Change Section 950 (add Section 952) on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article # Article Description |...
To recommend favorable action on Article 19, "Zoning Bylaw Change Section 950 (add Section 952) on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article # Article Description | 19 | Zoning Bylaw Change Section 950 (add Section 952)
Yes: StillNo: Chadwick, Corbitt, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to recommend favorable action on Article 19, "Zoning Bylaw Change Section 950 (add Section 952) on the 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article # Article Description | 19 | Zoning Bylaw Change Section 950 (add Section 952) Seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstain, Jared Chadwick - no, Sarah Corbitt - no, Chair Whiteside - no VOTE: 1-3-1 (fail).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Include the following Articles $1-S16 on the 2026 Special Spring Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description Budget Transfers Fund Parking Program Spring 2026 Capital...
To include the following Articles $1-S16 on the 2026 Special Spring Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description Budget Transfers Fund Parking Program Spring 2026 Capital Transfer of Available Funds Prior Year Bills | 6 Peg Access Receipts To Wareham Community TV S7 Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, $54 (b) The Prudent Investor Rule Transfer of McKinney-Vento Funds to Transportation Revolving Account | Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59, S5 Clause 22G | $10 _| Cyclical Data Collection Return Unused Funds from Completed Projects Rescind Article 19 2022 Fall Town Meeting Sandwich Road Force Main Installation and Minot Ave Sewer Improvements Installation of Sandwich Road Force Main Transfer of Retained Earnings to Offset Project Cost Transfer of Retained Earnings Fund Sewer Capital
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to include the following Articles $1-S16 on the 2026 Special Spring Town Meeting Warrant as read into the record: Article Description Budget Transfers Fund Parking Program Spring 2026 Capital Transfer of Available Funds Prior Year Bills | 6 Peg Access Receipts To Wareham Community TV S7 Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, $54 (b) The Prudent Investor Rule Transfer of McKinney-Vento Funds to Transportation Revolving Account | Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59, S5 Clause 22G | $10 _| Cyclical Data Collection Return Unused Funds from Completed Projects Rescind Article 19 2022 Fall Town Meeting Sandwich Road Force Main Installation and Minot Ave Sewer Improvements Installation of Sandwich Road Force Main Transfer of Retained Earnings to Offset Project Cost Transfer of Retained Earnings Fund Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund 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 2026 Spring Special Town Meeting Warrant
To close the 2026 Spring Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to close the 2026 Spring Special Town Meeting Warrant, 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 March 17, 2026 Select Board Meeting Minutes - Regular Session
To approve the March 17, 2026 Select Board Meeting Minutes - Regular Session
Yes: Chadwick, Corbitt, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Gomes
From the minutes
“MOTION: Sarah Corbitt moved to approve the March 17, 2026 Select Board Meeting Minutes - Regular Session, seconded. Roll Call: Joseph Still - yes, Marcus Gomes - abstained, Jared Chadwick - yes, Sarah Corbitt yes, Chair Whiteside - yes VOTE: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Corbitt)
Adjourn
To adjourn
Yes: Corbitt, Gomes, Still, WhitesideAbstained: Chadwick
From the minutes
“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: 4-0-1 (majority).” (Motion: Chadwick)
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