2/27/2017 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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5 Board of Selectmen Minutes February 27, 2017 Public Comment: (continued) Suzanna Huskins a 2011 graduate of technical school program indicated she was involved in the in early childhood education program and is very passionate about a technical school education. Ms. Huskins indicated the Cape is like a small town, if you take away the technical school you would take away all of our family owned businesses and if you care about the place that you live you would be taking away a community. Thirteen year old Jahaal Abel indicated he comes from a family of fifteen children. His siblings that have and are attending the Cape Cod Technical School in his opinion are doing the best. Young Abel stated he plans on attending the technical school as well, and asked the Board of Selectmen what they are willing to sacrifice for the success of the children. The Board of Selectmen expressed appreciation to the citizens and students who came out to tell their stories in support of this matter. As with all public comment topics, the matter was taken under advisement. Approval of various applications: Special Event Application, Naukabout Beer Company, Peter Murner: Beach and Back Half Marathon, RaceWire: Beer Tent—The Pour Guys, LLC: Peter Murner, owner of Naukabout Beer Company, Lake Avenue, Mashpee was before the Board to request approval of a Special Events Application for the first Annual Beach and Back Half Marathon planned to be held on Sunday, June 11, 2017. Colin Henry was in attendance representing RaceWire, LLC to discuss the specifics of the race scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. near the intersection of Donna's Lane in the vicinity of Mashpee Commons. The runners will flow south to the beach, and return to the Donna's Lane site location. Approximately 1200-1500 runners are expected to register and complete the race by 10:30 a.m. It was noted the Naukabout Beer Company is assisting in the production of this event. Mr. Murner indicated he expects to open the brewery at the former Flume Restaurant location before the start of the summer season. Space for the half marathon event will be rented from Mashpee Commons at the Green across from the Library in a controlled area similar to the Oktoberfest setup. All applicable regulatory officials have signed off on the Special Events Application with requirements stipulated by the DPW, Inspections and Board of Health. Late filed approvals were received from the Police and Fire Departments with conditions. A certificate of liquor liability was secured from The Pour Guys, LLC, the caterers for the community event intended to benefit the Mashpee Boosters Club. Board of Selectmen