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Mashpee Select Board Minutes August 28, 2023 APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Public Comment: (continued) Jane Marie Stevenson a resident of 135 Sampsons Mill Road indicated the Select Board does not have to vote on the petition articles of discussion because they are petition articles. However, as leaders that carry weight, it is a good idea to support. The expansion of the Burial Ground, and the historical proposal is wonderful and needed. Ms. Stevenson noted that over the years she has hosted a home exchange program. The reason people came was for cultural experiences. Support of these projects are beneficial. And, the Local Comprehensive Plan has identified the need to have a real sense of identity as Mashpee is a Town that is tied around our Tribal people. It was suggested the Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee vote on this proposal. Gregory McKelvey a resident of Menemsha Way conveyed support for the expansion of the Old Indian Cemetery and asked the Select Board to consider the article favorably. Mr. McKelvey stated when someone passes, they should be buried in the proper way that is respected. Kathy Lewis of 44 Juniper Drive gave support to the Tribe for both projects as they would carry a lot of influence. The living museum and the burial ground expansion is common sense, and as a whole, we should feel that pride. COMMUNICATIONS & CORRESPONDENCE Schools: The Select Board received an invitation from the Superintendent of Schools to attend the Mashpee Public Schools Convocation scheduled to be held at 8:30 a.m. at the MMHS Auditorium. OLD BUSINESS Discussion _ i n and Possible A proyal wof November 7, 2023 Special Election Hours: Town Clerk Deborah Kaye: Members of the Select Board met with the Town Clerk Deborah Kay to review and discuss a possible modification to the Special Election hours for November 7, 2023. With only (1) ballot question on the ballot, Mrs. Kaye suggested the Election Day voting be held from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with Early Voting By Mail and Early Voting in Person. Mrs. Kaye indicated by law the Election is mandated to be held for (4) hours. The Town Clerk did not budget for a Special Election. Maintaining the 4-hour schedule would be less overtime, and detail time. The importance of this election was highly regarded. This is a critical vote and an important election for the Town. Many citizens have obligations and have voting preferences for early and later hours to accommodate work schedules.