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Votes at a glance: Barnstable County actions on Feb. 12, 2025
Summary
Summary of formal votes recorded at the Feb. 12, 2025 meeting of the Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners, including appointment, Vision Zero adoption, a joint resolution opposing a mental‑health‑center closure, and introduction of FY‑26 budget ordinances.
The Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners recorded several formal actions at its Feb. 12, 2025 meeting. Below is a concise summary of motions, outcomes and key details recorded in the public meeting transcript.
1) Appointment — Director, Department of Health and Environment Motion: Authorize appointment of James J. Gardner (known as Jay Gardner) to the full‑time position of director, Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment (recommended by the county administrator). Outcome: Approved; tally recorded in transcript as 2 yes, 0 no, 1 abstention. Note: appointee said he expects an "early March" start and discussed transition arrangements from his current role in Yarmouth.
2) Vision Zero adoption Motion: Adopt the Vision 0 statement as…
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