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Explanation-, This Warrant Article would enact a new Town By-Law that would regulate the public consumption of Marijuana and THC, in much the same manner as we now regulate the public consumption of alcohol. As you are aware, the voters of the Commonwealth, via referendum, have decriminalized the possession of one ounce or less of marijuana. The new regulations, contained in M.G.L. Chapter 94C §34L provide for a $100.00 civil fine for the possession of one ounce or less of marijuana. The new law does not address however, the smoking of marijuana in public areas, such as public parks, public streets, etc. I would suggest that the public consumption of marijuana, in areas where children and young adults, gather, is not something that should be encouraged or condoned. This proposed By-Law would provide the members of the Mashpee Police Department with the tools necessary to stop this behavior in public areas and would have the affect of enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of our Town. The Board of Selectmen recommends approval by a vote of 5-0. The Finance Committee recommends approval by a vote of -0. Motion made by Selectman Teresa Cook. Motion: I move Article 12 be voted as printed in the warrant, with the exception of the phrase, "or take any other action relating thereto". Motion made to dispense with reading of article. Motion to dispense with reading of article passes at 8:20PM. Motion made to indefinitely postpone Motion to indefinitely postpone fails at 8-,o2OPM, Motion made to amend. Motion to amend failed at 8:26PM. Motion made to move the question passes at 81o,26PM, Motion passes at 8:26PM, Article 13 To see if the Town of Mashpee will vote to amend to the General Code, Chapter 120-2, Excessive Nois Dogs by adding the paragraph below in its entirety after the existing paragraph C, or take any other action relating thereto; 16