8/10/2020 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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5 Board of Selectmen Minutes August 10, 2020 Update on School Reopening Plan: School Superintendent Patricia DeBoer, School Committee Chair George Schmidt: (continued) The Board of Selectmen agreed the School Department is doing a commendable job navigating an impossible task. With the pandemic some school systems are seeing an increase in enrollment as many residents are converting their second homes to primary residences which may create long term implications. When asked of the status of enrollment School Superintendent DeBoer indicated the figures have not been finalized, however, there has been an uptake in the School Choice offering. It is the intention of the School Department to provide nutrition to the children in need. Although the schedule has not yet been determined, it was confirmed the weekly distribution of the school meal plan which includes breakfast and lunches would continue. Discussion of Host Community Agreement Process: Town Planner Evan Lehrer: Evan Lehrer presented a proposal to the Board of Selectmen to formalize the application and review process for the review of marijuana establishments seeking Host Community Agreements. In the process a committee would review applications and supporting materials. This would be considered as a basis for the Board of Selectmen's review to ensure the high quality of operators who would be partners and collaborators, and those who would thoughtfully manage the real or perceived impacts to the community at large. By a vote of town meeting marijuana establishments are allowed by special permit in all commercial and industrial zoning districts. Restrictions limit retail to less than 20% of retail liquor licenses for consumption off-premises. Although there are no other specific restrictions imposed by the Board of Selectmen, the Board is not compelled to approve a license because there is no restriction. Currently, the Town holds (9) retail liquor licenses in the Town of Mashpee. Mr. Lehrer indicated there are no specific restrictions regarding delivery. It was recommended the Board of Selectmen consider whether or not delivery is a license the Selectmen would entertain for future applicants. Discussion followed with respect to the definition of delivery. It was agreed that a specific ruling would be obtained from Town Counsel that constitutes the legal description of a Marijuana Deliver License; (delivery to a consumer) and that of a Marijuana Transporter License. The Board of Selectmen agreed to consider a mechanism to restrict delivery. It was agreed an article would be considered for the October Town Meeting warrant to prohibit marijuana delivery to a consumer. With the assistance of Town Counsel, it was agreed for consistency that (1) template would be utilized for the application for a marijuana establishment Host Community Agreement. It was noted the Type(s) of proposed establishments in the Application do not include Marijuana Delivery. Discussion followed regarding the marijuana establishment owners/operators who would be potential partners and collaborators with the Town of Mashpee and its community. An owner/operator who lacks sufficient experience or capitalization, or other factors may result in a negative impact to the community. In considering the process and application for a Host Community Agreement it was recommended that a listing of ownership and residency be provided. It was noted the Town Planner has engaged in conversation with two businesses. One of which has recently met with the Board of the Selectmen, the other is expected to meet with the Board in the future.