Cape Cod MPO elects Judith MacLeod Froman as new vice chair

The Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) convened on January 23, 2023, for a virtual meeting to discuss various agenda items, including the approval of previous meeting minutes and the election of a new vice chair.

The meeting commenced with announcements from Stephen Tupper of the Cape Cod Commission, who outlined the virtual format and provided instructions for participants on how to engage during the meeting. He emphasized the importance of notifying the chair if any technical issues arose and reminded attendees that the meeting was being recorded for later viewing.

Following the announcements, a roll call was conducted, confirming the presence of a quorum. Members present included representatives from various transportation and governmental agencies, ensuring a diverse participation in the discussions.

The first substantive agenda item was the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting held on November 21, 2022. Harold Mitchell made a motion to accept the minutes as written, which was seconded by Kevin Galligan. The motion passed unanimously after a brief opportunity for questions or comments.

Next, the meeting moved to public comments, but no members of the public chose to address the MPO. The focus then shifted to the election of a new vice chair. Harold Mitchell, who had served in this role for an extended period, announced his intention to step down due to upcoming changes in his position with the Cape Cod Commission. He nominated Judith McLeod Froman for the vice chair position, citing her experience and the relevance of her background to the MPO's concerns.

Judith expressed her willingness to accept the nomination, and Kevin Galligan seconded the motion. After a brief discussion acknowledging Harold's contributions, the members proceeded to vote on the nomination. The motion to appoint Judith McLeod Froman as vice chair passed with unanimous support.

In conclusion, the meeting highlighted key transitions within the MPO, particularly the leadership change with Judith McLeod Froman stepping into the vice chair role. The members expressed gratitude for Harold Mitchell's service, setting a positive tone for future collaboration under new leadership. The next steps for the MPO will involve continued discussions on transportation planning and community engagement initiatives.