The Mattapoisett Select Board meeting on Tuesday found the board handling a number of disparate topics from possible dangerous dogs to the issuance of different types of permits.
Regarding the dangerous dog hearing, the board heard from a number of witnesses and heard letters of support for a dog accused of being dangerous while unleashed in Washburn Park in Marion. As testimony in the matter went forward it became apparent that the dog in question was in fact a victim of unfounded accusations. The dog in question lives in Mattapoisett so the request for a hearing was requested in Mattapoisett.
After considerable testimony that included reports by Mattapoisett Animal Control Officer Luke Mello, it was determined that the allegations were unfounded and thus were dismissed. The dog, named Theo, is owned by the Ambburzzetti family of Mattapoisett.
The offending dog was identified as Moon Face.
In other matters, the board agreed to begin discussions related to a housing trust and associated matters in an effort to address inclusive housing needs (aka affordable housing) in the community. This topic and several others will begin the board’s goals and initiatives planning to move forward.
A common victualled permit was granted to Sweet Art Boutique located at 81 County Road.
Also approved was a permit for the placement of a recreational trailer by Gregory and Patricia Barttlet at Parcel 54A-299.0.
The next meeting of the Mattapoisett Select Board is scheduled for July 14.
Mattapoisett Select Board
By Marilou Newell