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Attleboro Municipal Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting

February 20, 2024

30 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Present: Laura Dee Dolan, Diana Holmes, James J. DiLisio, Ty Waterman, Michael A. Angelo, Jonathan F. Tavares, Pamela Foa, Laurie A. Sawyer, Nicholas G. Lavoie

Absent: Sara-Lynn Reynolds, Todd M. Kobus

Every vote, in order

Recess

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

To recess

From the minutes

“voted unanimously to recess.”

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Finance Committee

Authorize the School Department to pay FY23 fiscal obligations to NRG totaling $7,492.45

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To authorize the School Department to pay FY23 fiscal obligations to NRG totaling $7,492.45

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to authorize the School Department to pay FY23 fiscal obligations to NRG totaling $7,492.45.”

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Authorize the School Department to pay FY23 fiscal obligations to Home for Little Wanderers totaling $3,248.08

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To authorize the School Department to pay FY23 fiscal obligations to Home for Little Wanderers totaling $3,248.08

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to authorize the School Department to pay FY23 fiscal obligations to Home for Little Wanderers totaling $3,248.08.”

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Revoke the establishment of Fund 8508 Opioid Settlement Fund

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To revoke the establishment of Fund 8508 Opioid Settlement Fund

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to revoke the establishment of Fund 8508 Opioid Settlement Fund.”

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Authorize the City to expend $104,358.10 of ARPA funds on costs associated with the installation of a new HVAC system at the Capron/Nocturnal building

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To authorize the City to expend $104,358.10 of ARPA funds on costs associated with the installation of a new HVAC system at the Capron/Nocturnal building

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to authorize the City to expend $104,358.10 of ARPA funds on costs associated with the installation of a new HVAC system at the Capron/Nocturnal building.”

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Approve expenditure of no more than $350,000 from the SPED Stabilization Fund 8507 for unexpected special education transportation costs incurred during the current fiscal year

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve expenditure of no more than $350,000 from the SPED Stabilization Fund 8507 for unexpected special education transportation costs incurred during the current fiscal year

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve expenditure of no more than $350,000 from the SPED Stabilization Fund 8507 for unexpected special education transportation costs incurred during the current fiscal year.”

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Transfer $8,069.75 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 14201000-553020 (Public Works - Supplies: Safety Signs)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To transfer $8,069.75 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 14201000-553020 (Public Works - Supplies: Safety Signs)

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to transfer $8,069.75 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 14201000-553020 (Public Works - Supplies: Safety Signs).”

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Accept a grant in the amount of $80,000.00 from the Department of Conservation & Recreation for the management of the George I. Spatcher Memorial Pool through December 31, 2025 and approve expending of such funds and any

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To accept a grant in the amount of $80,000.00 from the Department of Conservation & Recreation for the management of the George I. Spatcher Memorial Pool through December 31, 2025 and approve expending of such funds and any future amendments

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to accept a grant in the amount of $80,000.00 from the Department of Conservation & Recreation for the management of the George I. Spatcher Memorial Pool through December 31, 2025 and approve expending of such funds and any future amendments.”

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Transfer $3,000.00 from Account 11241000-5783000 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 12921000-513100 (Animal Control - Holiday/ Sick/ Vacation Overtime)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To transfer $3,000.00 from Account 11241000-5783000 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 12921000-513100 (Animal Control - Holiday/ Sick/ Vacation Overtime)

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to transfer $3,000.00 from Account 11241000-5783000 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 12921000-513100 (Animal Control - Holiday/ Sick/ Vacation Overtime).”

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Hold a public hearing originally scheduled on March 5, 24 to March 19, 2024 regarding a petition from Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. requesting permission to locate poles

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To hold a public hearing originally scheduled on March 5, 24 to March 19, 2024 regarding a petition from Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. requesting permission to locate poles, wires, and fixtures along and across the following Public Way: Turner Street - Install two JO Poles on Turner Street, to relocate pole a78 West of pole 177

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to hold a public hearing originally scheduled on March 5, 24 to March 19, 2024 regarding a petition from Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. requesting permission to locate poles, wires, and fixtures along and across the following Public Way: Turner Street - Install two JO Poles on Turner Street, to relocate pole a78 West of pole 177.”

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Transfer $14,000.00 from Account 11241000-578380 (City Wide - Reserve fund for Capital) to Account 11241000-599300 (City Wide - Transfer to Capital Fund) and to further transfer $14,000.00 to Fund 3579-499600 (Briggs Poo

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To transfer $14,000.00 from Account 11241000-578380 (City Wide - Reserve fund for Capital) to Account 11241000-599300 (City Wide - Transfer to Capital Fund) and to further transfer $14,000.00 to Fund 3579-499600 (Briggs Pool Renovation - Transfer from General Fund)

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to transfer $14,000.00 from Account 11241000-578380 (City Wide - Reserve fund for Capital) to Account 11241000-599300 (City Wide - Transfer to Capital Fund) and to further transfer $14,000.00 to Fund 3579-499600 (Briggs Pool Renovation - Transfer from General Fund).”

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Approve the installation of and work needed for an RRFB, painting the crosswalk, and complete the sidewalk to meet ADA compliance at the entrance to Hyman Fine Elementary school

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the installation of and work needed for an RRFB, painting the crosswalk, and complete the sidewalk to meet ADA compliance at the entrance to Hyman Fine Elementary school

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the installation of and work needed for an RRFB, painting the crosswalk, and complete the sidewalk to meet ADA compliance at the entrance to Hyman Fine Elementary school.”

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Personnel Committee

Approve the following reappointments to positions and for terms as indicated: Name Appointment Term Expires Nancy Maguire Heath Board of Assessors 3 Year February 2027 Cynthia Lorincz Board of Library Trustees 3 Year Feb

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following reappointments to positions and for terms as indicated: Name Appointment Term Expires Nancy Maguire Heath Board of Assessors 3 Year February 2027 Cynthia Lorincz Board of Library Trustees 3 Year February 2027 David Pierce Board of Library Trustees 3 Year February 2027 Mahesh Patel Board of Library Trustees 3 Year February 2027 Fredrick Gariepy Board of Park Commissioners 5 Year February 2029 Leo Johnson Board of Recreation Commissioners 3 Year February 2027 Christina Rogers Board of Recreation Commissioners 3 Year February 2027 Martha Conti Board of Trust Fund Commissioners 3 Year February 2027 Edward Stanton Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 Kevin Smith Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 James Jones Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 Domenic Cotoia Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 Rose Miconi Conservation Commis

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following reappointments to positions and for terms as indicated: Name Appointment Term Expires Nancy Maguire Heath Board of Assessors 3 Year February 2027 Cynthia Lorincz Board of Library Trustees 3 Year February 2027 David Pierce Board of Library Trustees 3 Year February 2027 Mahesh Patel Board of Library Trustees 3 Year February 2027 Fredrick Gariepy Board of Park Commissioners 5 Year February 2029 Leo Johnson Board of Recreation Commissioners 3 Year February 2027 Christina Rogers Board of Recreation Commissioners 3 Year February 2027 Martha Conti Board of Trust Fund Commissioners 3 Year February 2027 Edward Stanton Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 Kevin Smith Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 James Jones Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year February 2025 Domenic Cotoia Cable Advisory Commission 1 Year Febr.”

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Approve the appointment of Emma Yeh of 9 Leroy Street, Attleboro, to fill an expired term on the Planning Board

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the appointment of Emma Yeh of 9 Leroy Street, Attleboro, to fill an expired term on the Planning Board

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the appointment of Emma Yeh of 9 Leroy Street, Attleboro, to fill an expired term on the Planning Board.”

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Approve the appointment of Teri McFarland of 6 Abbie Lane, Attleboro, to fill a 3-year term on the Sustainability Commission

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the appointment of Teri McFarland of 6 Abbie Lane, Attleboro, to fill a 3-year term on the Sustainability Commission

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the appointment of Teri McFarland of 6 Abbie Lane, Attleboro, to fill a 3-year term on the Sustainability Commission.”

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Approve the receipt of the Bristol Elder Service Grant in the amount of $10,956.00. to be used for the Outreach Worker Program at the COA and approve expending of such funds and any future grant amendments

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the receipt of the Bristol Elder Service Grant in the amount of $10,956.00. to be used for the Outreach Worker Program at the COA and approve expending of such funds and any future grant amendments

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the receipt of the Bristol Elder Service Grant in the amount of $10,956.00. to be used for the Outreach Worker Program at the COA and approve expending of such funds and any future grant amendments.”

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Transfer $5,580.00 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 12101000-530101 (Police - Professional Services)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To transfer $5,580.00 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 12101000-530101 (Police - Professional Services)

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to transfer $5,580.00 from Account 11241000-578300 (City Wide - Reserve Fund for Transfer) to Account 12101000-530101 (Police - Professional Services).”

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Accept the following instruments identified below, which have all been reviewed and approved by the City Solicitor and fulfill conditions of approval contained in the Certificate of Vote for the approval of the Open Spac

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To accept the following instruments identified below, which have all been reviewed and approved by the City Solicitor and fulfill conditions of approval contained in the Certificate of Vote for the approval of the Open Space Residential Development definitive subdivision plan entitled "Pike Estates", which was rendered by the Planning Board on July 12, 2021 and filed with the City Clerk on July 22, 2021, specifically - Condition #27, that calls for Pike Avenue Land Investments, LLC to convey to the city certain easements related to water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure; Condition #29, that calls for Pike Avenue Land Investments, LLC to donate to the Conservation Commission Open Space Parcel #1 containing 18.28± acres (796,353.6± square feet) and Open Space Parcel #2 containing 2.42± acres (or 105,557.68± square feet); Condition #30, that calls for Pike Avenue Land Investments, LLC to

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to accept the following instruments identified below, which have all been reviewed and approved by the City Solicitor and fulfill conditions of approval contained in the Certificate of Vote for the approval of the Open Space Residential Development definitive subdivision plan entitled "Pike Estates", which was rendered by the Planning Board on July 12, 2021 and filed with the City Clerk on July 22, 2021, specifically - Condition #27, that calls for Pike Avenue Land Investments, LLC to convey to the city certain easements related to water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure; Condition #29, that calls for Pike Avenue Land Investments, LLC to donate to the Conservation Commission Open Space Parcel #1 containing 18.28± acres (796,353.6± square feet) and Open Space Parcel #2 containing 2.42± acres (or 105,557.68± square feet); Condition #30, that calls.”

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Hold a joint public hearing with the Planning Board originally scheduled for March 5, 2024 to March 19, 2024 to discuss a Rezoning Petition from John F.D. Jacobi, III relating to proposed amendments to Ordinance S. 17-6.

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To hold a joint public hearing with the Planning Board originally scheduled for March 5, 2024 to March 19, 2024 to discuss a Rezoning Petition from John F.D. Jacobi, III relating to proposed amendments to Ordinance S. 17-6.9, "Table of Permitted Signs & Dimensional Regulations" of the Attleboro Zoning Ordinances

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to hold a joint public hearing with the Planning Board originally scheduled for March 5, 2024 to March 19, 2024 to discuss a Rezoning Petition from John F.D. Jacobi, III relating to proposed amendments to Ordinance S. 17-6.9, "Table of Permitted Signs & Dimensional Regulations" of the Attleboro Zoning Ordinances.”

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Approve the following: To layout Brigham Hill Road as a public way (length of 2,061.88 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 20+61.88) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as sho

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following: To layout Brigham Hill Road as a public way (length of 2,061.88 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 20+61.88) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN BRIGHAM HILL ROAD", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following: To layout Brigham Hill Road as a public way (length of 2,061.88 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 20+61.88) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN BRIGHAM HILL ROAD", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works.”

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Approve the following: To layout Teaberry Lane as a public way (length of 800.00 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 8+00.00) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following: To layout Teaberry Lane as a public way (length of 800.00 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 8+00.00) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN TEABERRY LANE, PHASE I", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following: To layout Teaberry Lane as a public way (length of 800.00 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 8+00.00) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN TEABERRY LANE, PHASE I", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works.”

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Approve the following: To layout Pass Farm Road as a public way (length of 370.94 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 3+70.94) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following: To layout Pass Farm Road as a public way (length of 370.94 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 3+70.94) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN PASS FARM ROAD", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following: To layout Pass Farm Road as a public way (length of 370.94 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 3+70.94) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN PASS FARM ROAD", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works.”

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Approve the following: To layout Jennifer Leigh Drive as a public way (length of 487.06 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 4+87.06) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as sho

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following: To layout Jennifer Leigh Drive as a public way (length of 487.06 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 4+87.06) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN JENNIFER LEIGH DRIVE", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following: To layout Jennifer Leigh Drive as a public way (length of 487.06 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 4+87.06) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN JENNIFER LEIGH DRIVE", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works.”

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Approve the following: To layout Ingall Lane as a public way (length of 951.46 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 9+51.46) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a p

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following: To layout Ingall Lane as a public way (length of 951.46 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 9+51.46) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN INGALL LANE", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following: To layout Ingall Lane as a public way (length of 951.46 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 9+51.46) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN INGALL LANE", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works.”

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Approve the following: To layout Teaberry Lane as a public way (length of 406.25 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 4+06.25) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the following: To layout Teaberry Lane as a public way (length of 406.25 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 4+06.25) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN TEABERRY LANE", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the following: To layout Teaberry Lane as a public way (length of 406.25 feet, from STA 0+00 to STA 4+06.25) and accept said way and any related drainage, water or sewer facilities or easements, all as shown on a plan and profile entitled "ROAD ACCEPTANCE PLAN TEABERRY LANE", dated October 4, 2021, revised through March 15, 2022, prepared by Byron J. Andrews, R.L.S, and David A. Russo, R.P.E., of Andrews Survey & Engineering, Inc., which plan and profile have been deemed satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works.”

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Strike the following: For both the Traffic Committee and the Traffic Study Commission to study parking on Bayberry Road westerly side from Locust Street to Ridgewood Road

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To strike the following: For both the Traffic Committee and the Traffic Study Commission to study parking on Bayberry Road westerly side from Locust Street to Ridgewood Road

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to strike the following: For both the Traffic Committee and the Traffic Study Commission to study parking on Bayberry Road westerly side from Locust Street to Ridgewood Road.”

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Ordinance Committee

Approve the recommendation from the Election Commission and Deputy Chief Cook, of the APD, for police detail location and assignments for the 2024 calendar year polling locations as follows: Ward 1 (Coelho Middle School)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To approve the recommendation from the Election Commission and Deputy Chief Cook, of the APD, for police detail location and assignments for the 2024 calendar year polling locations as follows: Ward 1 (Coelho Middle School) - 1 officer inside Ward 2 (Studley Elementary School) - 1 officer inside, 1 officer outside for traffic control Ward 3 (Attleboro High School) - 1 officer inside, 1 officer outside for traffic control Ward 4/5 (LaSalette Shrine) - 2 officers inside, 1 officer outside for traffic control Ward 6 (Elks Lodge) - 1 officer inside Ballot pick - up - 2 officers for end-of-night ballot pick up

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“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to approve the recommendation from the Election Commission and Deputy Chief Cook, of the APD, for police detail location and assignments for the 2024 calendar year polling locations as follows: Ward 1 (Coelho Middle School) - 1 officer inside Ward 2 (Studley Elementary School) - 1 officer inside, 1 officer outside for traffic control Ward 3 (Attleboro High School) - 1 officer inside, 1 officer outside for traffic control Ward 4/5 (LaSalette Shrine) - 2 officers inside, 1 officer outside for traffic control Ward 6 (Elks Lodge) - 1 officer inside Ballot pick - up - 2 officers for end-of-night ballot pick up.”

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Refer the following new business for study and recommendation to Traffic and Transportation Committee and to the Traffic Study Commission: To create pedestrian crosswalks at two locations: the intersection of Commerce St

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To refer the following new business for study and recommendation to Traffic and Transportation Committee and to the Traffic Study Commission: To create pedestrian crosswalks at two locations: the intersection of Commerce Street and Tiffany Street and at (approximately) 1400 Commerce Street to assist residents of the complex to cross heavily trafficked thoroughfares

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nay (Reynolds absent) to refer the following new business for study and recommendation to Traffic and Transportation Committee and to the Traffic Study Commission: To create pedestrian crosswalks at two locations: the intersection of Commerce Street and Tiffany Street and at (approximately) 1400 Commerce Street to assist residents of the complex to cross heavily trafficked thoroughfares.”

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Refer the following new business for study and recommendation to Personnel: To request the 2 appointments to the Sturdy Memorial Hospital Board of Managers be approved: Mayor Cathleen DeSimone and Council President James

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

To refer the following new business for study and recommendation to Personnel: To request the 2 appointments to the Sturdy Memorial Hospital Board of Managers be approved: Mayor Cathleen DeSimone and Council President James J. DiLisio

From the minutes

“Voted 10 yeas - 0 nays (Reynolds absent) to refer the following new business for study and recommendation to Personnel: To request the 2 appointments to the Sturdy Memorial Hospital Board of Managers be approved: Mayor Cathleen DeSimone and Council President James J. DiLisio.”

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Adjourn at 9:34 PM A TRUE COPY ATTEST: City Clerk/Clerk of the Council MINUTES APPROVED BY COUNCIL: (DATE) City Clerk/Clerk of the Council

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

To adjourn at 9:34 PM A TRUE COPY ATTEST: City Clerk/Clerk of the Council MINUTES APPROVED BY COUNCIL: (DATE) City Clerk/Clerk of the Council

The minutes do not give a count for this vote.

From the minutes

“voted to adjourn at 9:34 PM.”

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