AGENDA
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2015
6:30 p.m. – Convene Meeting – Waquoit Meeting Room – Mashpee Town Hall
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
MINUTES
Approval of the following:
Monday, February 23, 2015 – Regular Session
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS
6:30 Public Comment
6:40 Public Hearing: FY2016 Capital Improvement Program
COMMUNICATIONS & CORRESPONDENCE
OLD BUSINESS
- FY 2016 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget Review
- Screening Committee - Budget Request – Vote Required
Search Firm Contract Approval – Vote Required
- Contract Strategy – Mashpee TV
NEW BUSINESS
- Request for Approval –Verizon and NSTAR Petition/Old Barnstable Rd – Vote Required
- Acceptance of Resignation from James Vaccaro – Board of Registrars – Vote Required
- Acceptance of Resignation from Conni Baker–Special Events Committee-Vote Required
ADDITIONAL TOPICS
(This space is reserved for topics that the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate would be discussed.)
LIAISON REPORTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Selectman Taylor, Selectman Richardson, Selectman Sherman,
Selectman Cahalane, Selectman Gottlieb
Town Manager Joyce Mason
Assistant Town Manager Tom Mayo
Meeting Called to Order by Chairman Taylor at 6:30 p.m.
Mashpee Town Hall, Waquoit Meeting Room
MINUTES:
Monday, February 23, 2015 – Regular Session:
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Regular Session minutes of Monday, February 23, 2015 as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS:
Public Comment:
John Fulone, president of the Mashpee Community Media Center, Board of Directors was in attendance to address matters of concern relative to a Notice of Non-Renewal of the Agreement that was issued by the Board of Selectmen on November 4, 2014. The Agreement with respect to the operation of the Mashpee Community Media Center is due to expire on May 21, 2015.
Mr. Fulone indicated that several meetings were held to clarify and resolve a variety of misconceptions regarding the production and cablecasting of public education and government access programming in the Town of Mashpee.
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS:
Public Comment: (continued)
With the restructure of the Mashpee TV Executive Board, it was disclosed the production studio and community media station operations have greatly improved. Mr. Fulone expressed appreciation to the Board of Selectmen and to the MTV team during a period of uncertainty. Mr. Fulone indicated he is confident in moving forward, and also stated that required documentation including annual reports and subcommittee reports were forwarded to the Town for review.
It was also noted that recent activities and events have increased community exposure, and the Media Center has developed a strong partnership with the Mashpee schools.
Mr. Fulone respectfully requested the Notice of Non-Renewal of Agreement be rescinded by the Board of Selectmen as the contract is due to expire.
Mashpee School Superintendent Brian Hyde spoke in support of the Mashpee Community Media Center, and requested the Selectmen rescind their letter of non-renewal. In his opinion, Mr. Hyde indicated the Mashpee TV program is operating in its strongest capacity. As a parent and taxpayer, Mr. Hyde stated that he is impressed with the studio and with the dynamics of the Mashpee TV team.
In other matters Mr. Hyde made note of the upcoming Mashpee High School musical entitled Godspell. Performances will be held this Friday and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Several members of the Board of Selectmen are auditioning for the chorus.
COMMUNICATIONS & CORRESPONDENCE:
Library Forum:
Selectman Taylor and Selectman Richardson recently attended a forum at the Mashpee Library with legislative representation to review matters associated to pending legislation. Issues such as the upcoming budget and healthcare were discussed. Despite the winter weather, the meeting was well-attended.
COMMUNICATIONS & CORRESPONDENCE:
Mashpee Water District:
With regards to the impending ballot question proposed to transfer the wastewater treatment operations from the Town of Mashpee to the Mashpee Water District it was disclosed that while the Board of Selectmen are openly opposed to its passage, the Mashpee Water District at this time remains silent, taking no position for or against the transfer.
DPW Storm Response:
The Board of Selectmen acknowledged the DPW Director and her staff for outstanding services conducted this past winter with regards to storm response.
OLD BUSINESS:
Screening Committee – Budget Request:
The Town Manager Screening Committee has been working diligently to adhere to the mandates of the Town Charter to bring forth candidates to be recommended for the new Town Manager position scheduled to begin in mid-July.
Several consulting firms have been interviewed to assist with the search process for the succeeding Town Manager. To conform to time constraints, the Board of Selectmen was requested to approve a budget not to exceed $16,000 in funding necessary to employ outside municipal consulting services to support the Town in the investigative process.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to authorize the transfer of $16,000 from the
Legal & Engineering Account to fund procedures associated to the Town Manager Search Committee and the search/screening process.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cahalane.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
OLD BUSINESS:
Screening Committee – Search Firm Contract Approval:
The Town Manager Screening Committee interviewed three firms proposed to assist the Committee with the search/screening process for the next Town Manager. The firms selected include; The Edward Collins Center, Municipal Resources and The Executive Suite.
With the guidance of Town Counsel, it is recommended the Board authorize the Town Manager Screening Committee to enter into contract negotiations with The Collins Center for a sum not to exceed $16,000.
It was disclosed the Town Manager Screening Committee met prior to the Board of Selectmen’s meeting and voted 3-2 to recommend the hiring of The Collins Center.
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to accept the recommendation of the Screening Committee to enter into negotiations with The Collins Center for a sum not to exceed $16,000, pending a successful background check.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cahalane.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
The Collins Center would be interviewing officials to assist in the development of a community profile. The Board was requested to be readily available and responsive to the 90 day calendar imposed by the Town Charter to complete the search process. The firm will also assist the Town in the screening of applicants.
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS:
Public Hearing – FY2016 Capital Improvement Program:
The Board of Selectmen opened the Public Hearing on the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for FY2016. The Hearing notice was read aloud into the record.
CIP Members Joyce Mason, Michael Richardson and Theresa Cook were in attendance for discussion purposes. The make-up of the Committee also includes the Town Accountant, with one vacancy existing for at-large membership.
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS:
Public Hearing – FY2016 Capital Improvement Program: (continued)
Joyce Mason outlined the Capital Improvement Program planned for fiscal year 2016. Recommendations in the CIP Report included the continuation of the Police Department Vehicle Replacement Program, and the lease-purchase of vehicles and equipment for the Department of Public Works.
The $738,014 budget is also reflective of a 12-passenger van for the Recreation Department, a lease-purchase to be fully funded by the department’s Revolving Fund. The CIP also includes the extension of the wireless access upgrade program in the schools, year 2 of a 3-year plan, and the upgrade of the Town’s Information Technology wireless access program to be funded through the Mashpee Cable and Advanced Technology (MCAT) budget.
CIP funding in FY16 will also allow for the purchase of breathing apparatus and safety equipment for Fire & Rescue to bring the department to standard, and the continuation of the flooring replacement program at the Middle/High School. To begin the replacement program for the Town Fleet of Vehicles, the aging 2006 Crown Vic will be replaced with a pickup truck outfitted with a plow to be used by the DPW during winter storm events. The pickup is proposed in a two-year lease purchase program.
In the Department of Public Works replacement program, vehicles and equipment are generally purchased through a lease-purchase program. The life expectancy is approximately 7-8 years. Primary line vehicles under the Police Department are replaced every three years, secondary support vehicles every six years, and pickup trucks every 8 years.
Discussion followed with regards to the DPW Storage facility, an ongoing request in the CIP Program. It has become clear that it is extremely important to protect DPW vehicles from various weather conditions. Currently, an engineering firm is performing a preliminary study of cost estimates for a storage facility which would include a wash station for all Town vehicles. It is anticipated that a report would be presented to the Board of Selectmen at their next meeting. It was agreed this type of facility would be a positive step forward to be better equipped to service the needs of the Town of Mashpee community.
APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS:
Public Hearing – FY2016 Capital Improvement Program: (continued)
CIP member Theresa Cook indicated that it is important to note the Capital Improvement Program; a mandate of the Town Charter reviews an extended plan of capital needs and projects for the current fiscal year in addition to forthcoming capital planning for ensuing years. Mrs. Cook complimented the Town Manager and Town Accountant for their input and forecasts associated to the program of capital needs.
Being no further comment, the Board motioned to close the Public Hearing.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to close the Public Hearing.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to endorse the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Fiscal Year 2016 as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
OLD BUSINESS:
FY2016 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget Review:
The Board of Selectmen reviewed Draft #1 of the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants of March 9, 2015, and took action as follows;
Special Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #1: FY14 Bill received after the close of the fiscal year; $999.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #1 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #2: To fund the Snow & Ice Deficit – ARTICLE HELD
Article #3: To fund the Clerical Union Contract; $27,000.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #3 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #4: To appropriate funds to the Building Inspector Full-time
Salary Account; $18,000.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #4 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cahalane.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Special Town Meeting Warrant: (continued)
Article #5: To continue participation in the Community Septic Management Program and the MA Water Pollution Abatement Trust (MWPAT) now known as the MA Clean Water Trust.
Article amended to reference Massachusetts Clean Water Trust in lieu of MWPAT.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #5 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as amended.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #6: Community Preservation Land Acquisition; 9 Quashnet Road
$170,000.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #6 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #7: Community Preservation – Continue funding the Mashpee Housing Assistance Program for an additional three years;
$330,000, $110,000 per year.
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to approve of Article #7 on the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
ARTICLE HELD
Special Town Meeting Warrant: (continued)
Article #8: Community Preservation – To assist Habitat for Humanity in the construction of two affordable homes; 108 Orchard Road & 132 Quinaquisset Avenue; $35,000 per home, $70,000 total.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve of Article #8 on the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #8 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #9: Community Preservation – To fund the Santuit Pond Improvement Project; $61,250
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #9 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #10: Community Preservation – To fund the Attaquin Park Playground
Project; $30,000
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #10 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cahalane.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Special Town Meeting Warrant: (continued)
Article #11: Community Preservation – To transfer the bathhouse/picnic pavilion; $92,821.92 from the John’s Pond Beach Improvement project to the Heritage Park recreational facility and support improvements related to the transfer to include lighting in the parking lot; $63,000. The language for this article was authorized by Town Counsel.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #11 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #12: Community Preservation – Funding to support the completion of the John’s Pond Beach Improvement Project; $93,000.
Language modification in Explanation to remove the word; unforeseen.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #12 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as amended.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #13: Community Preservation – To set aside the 10% Reserves; $14,283 to each of the three categories; reserving funding from the 2015 Trust Fund distribution.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #13 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Special Town Meeting Warrant: Article 2, and Article 7 HELD.
OLD BUSINESS:
FY2016 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget Review: (continued)
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #1: To accept the 2014 Annual Town Report.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #1 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #2: To fund the annual operating budgets of the Town.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #2 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #3: To appropriate funds for the FY 2016 Capital budget; $738,014.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #3 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #4: To fund the Clerical Union contract; $52,000.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #4 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #5: To fund the accrued benefits due to the Town Manager upon her retirement, and as per contract; $95,000.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to approve the placement of Article #5 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to endorse Article #5 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #6: To transfer funds into the Stabilization Account; $250,000
The Town Manager recommended deferring this article to the October Town Meeting. REMOVED.
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to remove Article #6 from the May Annual Town Meeting Warrant as recommended.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #7: To create the position of Maintainer I in the DPW; $57,589.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #7 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #8: To create the position of Facilities Maintenance Worker in the DPW; $57,489.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #8 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #9: To create the position of Desktop Support Technician to the Information Technology Department; $60,498. If approved, the temporary contract position would not be required.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #9 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #10: Mashpee’s share of the Regional Technical High School budget; $1,162,442.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #10 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #11: To appropriate funds for the operation of the Kids Klub Enterprise Fund for FY 2016; $405,556.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #11 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #12: Chapter 90, Road Improvement funds; $610,543.
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to endorse Article #12 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #13: Community Preservation – Administrative & Operating Expense budget; $40,000.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #13 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #14: To re-authorize the Council on Aging Revolving Fund.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #14 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #15: To re-authorize the Library Revolving Account.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #15 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #16: To re-authorize the Recreation Revolving Account.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #16 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #17: To rescind loans authorized for capital projects that have been completed.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #17 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #18: To continue participation in the Community Septic Management Program and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #18 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as amended.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #19: To amend the zoning to C-2 Commercial from R-5 Residential at the site of the former Flume Restaurant, as well as on an adjacent Town owned lot abutting existing C-2 Commercial zoned land.
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to endorse Article #19 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #20: To amend the zoning bylaw to allow pub breweries and microbreweries in certain zoning districts by Special Permit.
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to endorse Article #20 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #21: To adjust the senior citizen real property tax exemption to assist seniors who are struggling to pay their property tax bills. Request to verify the number of seniors currently qualifying for this exemption.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #21 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #22: To annually adjust the Senior Tax Exemption income and asset qualifications for low income seniors by the Federal Cost of Living Adjustment.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #22 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #23: To change the Disabled Veteran Exemption’s residency requirement from five years to one year.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #23 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #24: Language amendment to allow for multiple permit extension requests at the discretion of the Conservation Commission.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #24 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #25: Conservation Commission; Language amendment to place a cap on consulting services.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #25 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Article #26: Conservation Commission, Language amendment; to reference Massachusetts Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs which replaces the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Quality & Engineering.
Motion made by Selectman Sherman to endorse Article #26 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #27: The bylaw amendment submitted by the Conservation Commission seeks to maintain consistency between the new DEP and local Mashpee notification requirements.
Motion made by Selectman Richardson to endorse Article #27 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Sherman.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Petition Articles:
Article #28: To accept the layouts of Jonas Drive, Valerie Circle, and Rachelle Court as public ways.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #28 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Annual Town Meeting Warrant:
Petition Articles:
Article #29: To accept the layout of Saddleback Road as a public way.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #29 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Article #30: To prepare a plan laying out and defining Leeward Lane.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to endorse Article #30 of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote: Selectman Taylor, yes – Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes – Selectman Cahalane, yes – Selectman Gottlieb, yes
Proposed Article:
Discussion followed with regards to a recent inventory of tax taking properties. For ease of review the tax taking parcels were proposed to be defined into the following categories; BOS Reserve or Status Quo, Wastewater Use, Conservation Properties, Affordable Housing Sites and available Real Estate to convey for sale. It was agreed the Board of Selectmen would further review this matter at the next meeting to determine the need for the proposed warrant article.
Request for Approval – Verizon and NSTAR Petition/Old Barnstable Road:
The Board of Selectmen reviewed communication received from the Assistant Town Manager relative to a public hearing held for the application submitted by Verizon New England and NSTAR to place (1) new pole 347/1 on the southeasterly side of Old Barnstable Road for the new Bridges at Mashpee project.
Tom Mayo indicated that he served as the hearing officer. There was no opposition to the proposal and the conditions imposed by the Director of Public Works were also agreed upon by the respective petitioners.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to approve Petition No. MA2015-09 submitted by Verizon New England and NSTAR to place (1) pole on Old Barnstable Road as referenced.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
Acceptance of Resignation from James Vaccaro – Board of Registrars:
Correspondence was received from James Vaccaro dated February 25, 2015 resigning from the Board of Registrars effective immediately. Mr. Vaccaro has been a long standing member since his appointment in October of 2001.
Additional communication was received from the Town Clerk dated March 4, 2015 with respect to this regard. Mrs. Dami indicated that Mr. Vaccaro exemplified in his position. The Town Clerk has requested the Board solicit to fill the vacancy representing the Republican Party.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the resignation of James Vaccaro from the Board of Registrars with deep regret sending a letter of appreciation to Mr. Vaccaro for his dedicated service.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
NEW BUSINESS:
Acceptance of Resignation from Conni Baker – Special Events Committee:
The Board of Selectmen was in receipt of communication from Mary Bradbury, Recreation Director dated March 4, 2015 announcing the resignation of Conni Baker from the Special Events Committee. Attached to the correspondence was a letter of resignation from Ms. Baker with respect to this regard.
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to accept the resignation of Conni Baker from the Special Events Committee with regret and appreciation for her service to the Town of Mashpee.
Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
OLD BUSINESS:
Contract Strategy – Mashpee TV:
The Board of Selectmen was advised by Town Counsel to discuss the matter of the pending contract with the Mashpee Community Media Center in Open Session. As previously noted, the three-year contract is due to expire in May of this year.
The merits of the program were considered. It was noted that Mashpee TV provides exceptional service transmitting school and public programming. However, there is little broadcast and programming on the government channel.
Although one operation may be advantageous for the community, alternatives were considered to add in-house broadcasting and management as it relates to the operation of the Channel 18 program.
Of particular concern is the lack of financial reporting. The Board of Selectmen has requested a full accounting of expenditures associated to the budget.
Contract Strategy – Mashpee TV: (continued)
In addition to the lack of Channel 18 programming, and financial concerns, the Board indicated that it is important to have representation on the Mashpee TV executive board, and maintain open transparency to the public.
After an in-depth review the Selectmen acted as follows;
Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to authorize the Town Manager to begin negotiations with Mashpee TV to include a satisfactory financial statement, and discussions relative to the future range of continued services and programming to possibly not include Channel 18.
Motion seconded by Selectman Cahalane.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
Adjournment:
Motion made by Selectman Cahalane to adjourn at 7:55 p.m.
Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb.
VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0.
Roll Call Vote:
Selectman Taylor, yes Selectman Richardson, yes
Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes
Selectman Gottlieb, yes Opposed, none
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen M. Soares
Secretary to the Board of Selectmen
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