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8 <br /> Board of Selectmen <br /> Minutes <br /> May 24, 2021 <br /> OLD BUSINESS <br /> Update, Discussion and Possible Action Relative to COVID-19: <br /> As per Governor Charles D. Baker's executive order, the State of Emergency will end on June 15, 2021. <br /> With limited exceptions, all COVID-19 restrictions will be rescinded in Massachusetts on May 29, 2021, <br /> All businesses will be able to open in full capacity with gathering limits no longer in effect. Although there is a <br /> facing covering advisory, fully vaccinated individuals are not required to use facial masks with the exception of <br /> certain circumstances such as indoor public locations such as supermarkets and shopping malls. <br /> Town Manager Rodney C. Collins indicated the Mashpee Town Hall will re-open to the public on Tuesday, June 1, <br /> 2021. Those entering the Mashpee Town Hall will be requested to social distance and wear facial coverings until at <br /> least June 15, 2021. Health data is continually under review. <br /> Questions or comments may be directed to the Town Manager. <br /> With regards to outdoor dining, it was recommended the Town offer support to the local business community by <br /> requesting an extension of outdoor dining provisions for local restaurants. During the pandemic special permission <br /> was given for outdoor dining until August 16, 2021. It was agreed it was important to convey to the legislative <br /> delegation the Town's support to extend the outdoor dining at least through October and to consider outdoor dining <br /> as a future option. <br /> Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to convey this concern to Governor Charles D. Baker, and request an <br /> extension for outdoor dining. <br /> Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. <br /> VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. <br /> Roll Call Vote: <br /> Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes <br /> Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none <br /> Update,Discussion and Possible Action Relative to Wastewater Project(s): <br /> It was announced the new Town Engineer is scheduled to start work on June 7, 2021. A small introduction <br /> reception will be held at the Mashpee Town Hall, coffee and light refreshments. <br /> Town Manager Rodney C. Collins and the Board of Selectmen expressed sincere appreciation to Selectman <br /> Andrew R. Gottlieb for his initiatives to assist the Town in moving forward with the clean water initiative. Other <br /> Cape towns are taking similar strides for advancement in this area. <br /> The professionalism of the Communications Consultant was deemed worthy to educate and to clearly inform the <br /> voters on the actions regarding the clean water plan. A well-informed public makes a difference. It was agreed the <br /> consultant would be included in future action plans, <br /> Selectman Andrew R. Gottlieb will be donating the domain"Clean Water" to the Town of Mashpee. <br />