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13 Mashpee Select Board Minutes November 7, 2022 APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Discussion and Approval of the Follawing_Res. at ons_and Appointments; Aprointments;, (continued) Affordable Housin Committee: _Candidates: GaryMShuman Widen Russell Term Expires June 30. 2023�: If appointed Ms. Russell indicated she would investigate and implement more ideas and options. This includes tax incentives to create market housing for developers and implementing a buy down program to fulfill immediate housing needs. In addition, Ms. Russell would work on incentives for affordable dwelling units. The Select Board then interviewed Gary Shuman whose career focus has been involved with new/start-up organizations in building solutions to solve complex challenges. Mr. Shuman does not have a background in affordable housing. His career path considers new solutions to address problems similar to the housing shortfall. After recently attending the well -received affordable housing conference Mr. Shuman indicated he can help to make a difference in Mashpee. He is a good communicator, collaborator and a good listener. Mr. Shuman also noted he is a team player and would work to find a median point in a team effort. The Select Board in considering the two well -qualified candidates for appointment requested the individual who does not get appointed fulfill other committees in need. Based on merit, qualifications and suitability, the Select Board took the following action; Motion made by Selectman Wyman -Colombo to appoint Arden Russell to the Affordable Housing Committee. There was no second. Motion made by Selectman Sherman to appoint Gary Shuman to the Affordable Housing Committee. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. VOTE: 3-2. Motion carries. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Weeden, no Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, no Opposed, (2)