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October 17, 2023
22 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Sara-Lynn Reynolds, Todd M. Kobus, Laura Dee Dolan, Diana Holmes, Peter Blais, Richard J. Conti, James J. DiLisio, Ty Waterman, Kelly Bennett, Michael A. Angelo, Jonathan F. Tavares
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Accept the donation of two painted murals at the Balfour Riverwalk Park from the Attleboro Art Museum
To accept the donation of two painted murals at the Balfour Riverwalk Park from the Attleboro Art Museum
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to accept the donation of two painted murals at the Balfour Riverwalk Park from the Attleboro Art Museum.”
Transfer $24,570.00 from Account 6100-578300 (Water Enterprise Fund - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 6100-530180 (Water Enterprise Fund - Safety Study) to hire an outside consultant to provide the required safety,
To transfer $24,570.00 from Account 6100-578300 (Water Enterprise Fund - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 6100-530180 (Water Enterprise Fund - Safety Study) to hire an outside consultant to provide the required safety, health and compliancy training
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to transfer $24,570.00 from Account 6100-578300 (Water Enterprise Fund - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 6100-530180 (Water Enterprise Fund - Safety Study) to hire an outside consultant to provide the required safety, health and compliancy training.”
Approve expending of such funds and any future grant amendments regarding the receipt a grant through the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust, which will provide assistance with a lead service line inventory, currently under
To approve expending of such funds and any future grant amendments regarding the receipt a grant through the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust, which will provide assistance with a lead service line inventory, currently underway
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve expending of such funds and any future grant amendments regarding the receipt a grant through the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust, which will provide assistance with a lead service line inventory, currently underway.”
Transfer $5,625.00 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 16301000-548030 (Recreation - Supplies Vehicles) to purchase a "Tommy Gate" hydraulic lift gate for Rec #4
To transfer $5,625.00 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 16301000-548030 (Recreation - Supplies Vehicles) to purchase a "Tommy Gate" hydraulic lift gate for Rec #4
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to transfer $5,625.00 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 16301000-548030 (Recreation - Supplies Vehicles) to purchase a "Tommy Gate" hydraulic lift gate for Rec #4.”
Approve expending such funds and any future grant amendments regarding the receipt of a Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Municipal Grant from the Massachusetts DEP in the amount of $51,000.00
To approve expending such funds and any future grant amendments regarding the receipt of a Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Municipal Grant from the Massachusetts DEP in the amount of $51,000.00
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve expending such funds and any future grant amendments regarding the receipt of a Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Municipal Grant from the Massachusetts DEP in the amount of $51,000.00.”
Approve the following: That the Mayor approve the Local Option of MGL CH 60 §3C, a City Scholarship Fund which Residents will have the ability to voluntary contribute as follows: The Mayor with approval of the Attleboro
To approve the following: That the Mayor approve the Local Option of MGL CH 60 §3C, a City Scholarship Fund which Residents will have the ability to voluntary contribute as follows: The Mayor with approval of the Attleboro Municipal Council, shall form a City of Attleboro Scholarship Committee which will consist of the Superintendent of Schools, and four members of the community
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve the following: That the Mayor approve the Local Option of MGL CH 60 §3C, a City Scholarship Fund which Residents will have the ability to voluntary contribute as follows: The Mayor with approval of the Attleboro Municipal Council, shall form a City of Attleboro Scholarship Committee which will consist of the Superintendent of Schools, and four members of the community.”
Adopt a dual system of classification of Real Estate Taxation Reconsideration filed 10-18-23
To adopt a dual system of classification of Real Estate Taxation Reconsideration filed 10-18-23
Yes: Angelo, Bennett, Conti, DiLisio, Dolan, Holmes, Kobus, Reynolds, Tavares, WatermanNo: Blais
From the minutes
“Voted 10 yeas - 1 nay (Blais) to adopt a dual system of classification of Real Estate Taxation Reconsideration filed 10-18-23.”
Approve the acceptance of 66 public ways (8 miles) per a State House Special Act
To approve the acceptance of 66 public ways (8 miles) per a State House Special Act
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve the acceptance of 66 public ways (8 miles) per a State House Special Act.”
Transfer $2,261.91 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 15431000-511000 (Veterans' Benefits - Salary & Wages) to address a shortfall in the Veteran's Agent's salary for FY24
To transfer $2,261.91 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 15431000-511000 (Veterans' Benefits - Salary & Wages) to address a shortfall in the Veteran's Agent's salary for FY24
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to transfer $2,261.91 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 15431000-511000 (Veterans' Benefits - Salary & Wages) to address a shortfall in the Veteran's Agent's salary for FY24.”
Approve expending such funds and any future amendments regarding the receipt of an earmark grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for $80,207
To approve expending such funds and any future amendments regarding the receipt of an earmark grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for $80,207
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve expending such funds and any future amendments regarding the receipt of an earmark grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for $80,207.”
Approve the appointment of John Camara, 562 South Main Street, as an associate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill an unexpired term
To approve the appointment of John Camara, 562 South Main Street, as an associate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill an unexpired term
From the minutes
“Voted unanimously to approve the appointment of John Camara, 562 South Main Street, as an associate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill an unexpired term.”
Approve the appointment of Rick J. Rathbun, 10 Tennant Way, to fill an unexpired term on the Traffic Study Commission
To approve the appointment of Rick J. Rathbun, 10 Tennant Way, to fill an unexpired term on the Traffic Study Commission
From the minutes
“Voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Rick J. Rathbun, 10 Tennant Way, to fill an unexpired term on the Traffic Study Commission.”
Approve the appointment of Sarah Ryan-Theroux, 388 Tiffany Street, to fill an expired term on the Cultural Council
To approve the appointment of Sarah Ryan-Theroux, 388 Tiffany Street, to fill an expired term on the Cultural Council
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve the appointment of Sarah Ryan-Theroux, 388 Tiffany Street, to fill an expired term on the Cultural Council.”
Hold a public hearing on November 21, 2023: to amend Section 16-12.24 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro as follows: Delete Section 16-12.24 in its entirety and replace with the following: 16-12.24 Water
To hold a public hearing on November 21, 2023: to amend Section 16-12.24 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro as follows: Delete Section 16-12.24 in its entirety and replace with the following: 16-12.24 Water Emergency Section 1: Authority This Ordinance is adopted by the City of Attleboro under its police powers pursuant to the Home Rule Amendment of the Massachusetts Constitution, Article LXXXIX, to protect public health and welfare and pursuant to its powers under M.G.L. c. 40, §§ 21 et seq. and implements the City of Attleboro's authority to regulate water use pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 69B
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to hold a public hearing on November 21, 2023: to amend Section 16-12.24 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro as follows: Delete Section 16-12.24 in its entirety and replace with the following: 16-12.24 Water Emergency Section 1: Authority This Ordinance is adopted by the City of Attleboro under its police powers pursuant to the Home Rule Amendment of the Massachusetts Constitution, Article LXXXIX, to protect public health and welfare and pursuant to its powers under M.G.L. c. 40, §§ 21 et seq. and implements the City of Attleboro's authority to regulate water use pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 69B.”
Hold a public hearing on November 21, 2023 for the following proposed amendments: Amending Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro - Trade In Fur Products Prohibited Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordina
To hold a public hearing on November 21, 2023 for the following proposed amendments: Amending Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro - Trade In Fur Products Prohibited Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro is hereby amended by adding a new Section 11-23 as follows: Section 11-23 Trade in Fur Products 11-23.1 Purpose To protect the health and welfare of the inhabitants of this City, this Ordinance will restrict trade in fur products
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to hold a public hearing on November 21, 2023 for the following proposed amendments: Amending Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro - Trade In Fur Products Prohibited Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro is hereby amended by adding a new Section 11-23 as follows: Section 11-23 Trade in Fur Products 11-23.1 Purpose To protect the health and welfare of the inhabitants of this City, this Ordinance will restrict trade in fur products.”
Vote a Release Deed conveying all of the City's right, title and interest in the property known as Read Street (Assessor Map 25, Lots 13 and 14) to the heirs of Walter L. Kelley
To vote a Release Deed conveying all of the City's right, title and interest in the property known as Read Street (Assessor Map 25, Lots 13 and 14) to the heirs of Walter L. Kelley
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to vote a Release Deed conveying all of the City's right, title and interest in the property known as Read Street (Assessor Map 25, Lots 13 and 14) to the heirs of Walter L. Kelley.”
Approve the following Release Deed: For the City to execute and deliver, for nominal consideration, a Release Deed conveying all of the City's right, title and interest in and to the real property known as Read Street (A
To approve the following Release Deed: For the City to execute and deliver, for nominal consideration, a Release Deed conveying all of the City's right, title and interest in and to the real property known as Read Street (Assessor Map 25, Lots 13 and 14) (the "Property") to LEE K. ORMEROD of 7873 Hawthorne Drive-Unit 204, Naples, FL 34113, SHIRLEY K. FOGARTY of 980 Timberlake Drive, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48302 and BEVERLY K. HOWLAND of 73 Gounod Road, Westerly, Rhode Island 02891, heirs of Walter L. Kelley as confirmed by Affidavit pursuant to REBA Title Standard No. 14), to resolve a cloud on the title to the Property regarding the City's Instrument of Taking dated October 4, 1960 against Joseph Arnold and Faleda Arnold, as assessed owners, said Taking being recorded in the Bristol County N.D. Registry of Deeds in Book 1371, Page 89, from which the City subsequently became the owne
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve the following Release Deed: For the City to execute and deliver, for nominal consideration, a Release Deed conveying all of the City's right, title and interest in and to the real property known as Read Street (Assessor Map 25, Lots 13 and 14) (the "Property") to LEE K. ORMEROD of 7873 Hawthorne Drive-Unit 204, Naples, FL 34113, SHIRLEY K. FOGARTY of 980 Timberlake Drive, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48302 and BEVERLY K. HOWLAND of 73 Gounod Road, Westerly, Rhode Island 02891, heirs of Walter L. Kelley as confirmed by Affidavit pursuant to REBA Title Standard No. 14), to resolve a cloud on the title to the Property regarding the City's Instrument of Taking dated October 4, 1960 against Joseph Arnold and Faleda Arnold, as assessed owners, said Taking being recorded in the Bristol County N.D. Registry of Deeds in Book 1371, Page 89, from which the City subse.”
Strike the following: Letter from Jason Leclerc support Nova Farms developing 1000 Washington Street to a cannabis dispensary
To strike the following: Letter from Jason Leclerc support Nova Farms developing 1000 Washington Street to a cannabis dispensary
From the minutes
“Voted unanimously to strike the following: Letter from Jason Leclerc support Nova Farms developing 1000 Washington Street to a cannabis dispensary.”
Strike the following: Letter from Mark Kolakowski regarding change of hours at the city Compost Center
To strike the following: Letter from Mark Kolakowski regarding change of hours at the city Compost Center
From the minutes
“Voted unanimously to strike the following: Letter from Mark Kolakowski regarding change of hours at the city Compost Center.”
Approve the expenditure of such funds and also approve any further grant amendments regarding the receipt of Green Communities Grant of $110,050.00 from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Emergency Affairs
To approve the expenditure of such funds and also approve any further grant amendments regarding the receipt of Green Communities Grant of $110,050.00 from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Emergency Affairs (EOEEA)
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to approve the expenditure of such funds and also approve any further grant amendments regarding the receipt of Green Communities Grant of $110,050.00 from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Emergency Affairs (EOEEA).”
Authorize the city to enter into a contract with Comstar, a third- party ambulance billing company, for one (1) year with four (4) one (1) year renewals in accordance to M.G.L. Chapter 30B, Section 12, subsection b. The
To authorize the city to enter into a contract with Comstar, a third- party ambulance billing company, for one (1) year with four (4) one (1) year renewals in accordance to M.G.L. Chapter 30B, Section 12, subsection b. The start date of the contract would be November 1, 2023
From the minutes
“Voted 11 yeas - 0 nays to authorize the city to enter into a contract with Comstar, a third- party ambulance billing company, for one (1) year with four (4) one (1) year renewals in accordance to M.G.L. Chapter 30B, Section 12, subsection b. The start date of the contract would be November 1, 2023.”
Adjourn at 10:00 PM
To adjourn at 10:00 PM
From the minutes
“voted unanimously to adjourn at 10:00 PM.”
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