3/9/2015 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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3 Board of Selectmen Minutes March 9, 2015 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 Fulone respectfully requested the Notice of Non-Renewal of Agreement be rescinded by the Board of Selectmen as the contract is due to expire.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.