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Braintree Town Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting

May 28, 2019

47 recorded votes, 47 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Charles Ryan, Charles Kokoros, Thomas Bowes, Timothy Carey, Shannon Hume, Stephen O'Brien, Sean Powers, David Ringius, Thomas Whalen

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Shannon Hume arrived after the meeting began (arrived @8:07).

Every vote, in order

Approval of Minutes: April 30, 2019

Approve Minutes of April 30, 2019

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 7–0

Motion: by Councilor Kokoros to Approve Minutes of April 30, 2019

Yes: Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ryan, WhalenAbstained: RingiusThe vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion: by Councilor Kokoros to Approve Minutes of April 30, 2019 Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (7 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (1 - Ringius).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

19 014 Mayor: FY19 Supplemental Appropriations #3

TAKE OFF the TABLE the Public Hearing for Order 19 014

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to TAKE OFF the TABLE the Public Hearing for Order 19 014 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to TAKE OFF the TABLE the Public Hearing for Order 19 014 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 014

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 014 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 014 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

That the sum of $306,318 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department Detail account

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

1) That the sum of $306,318 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department Detail account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“1) That the sum of $306,318 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department Detail account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

That the sum of $55,121 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department program 04 Fire Suppression, Uniform branch account

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

2) That the sum of $55,121 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department program 04 Fire Suppression, Uniform branch account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“2) That the sum of $55,121 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department program 04 Fire Suppression, Uniform branch account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

That the sum of $557,356 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department overtime accounts, and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

3) That the sum of $557,356 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department overtime accounts, and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate said sums to and among the various line items affected. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“3) That the sum of $557,356 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Fire Department overtime accounts, and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate said sums to and among the various line items affected. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

That the sum of $1,000 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the Fire Department program 03 Equipment Maintenance, Uniform branch...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

4) That the sum of $1,000 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the Fire Department program 03 Equipment Maintenance, Uniform branch account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“4) That the sum of $1,000 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the Fire Department program 03 Equipment Maintenance, Uniform branch account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

That the sum of $5,374 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the Fire Department program03 Equipment Maintenance, Outside Motor...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

5) That the sum of $5,374 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the Fire Department program03 Equipment Maintenance, Outside Motor Vehicle Repairs account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“5) That the sum of $5,374 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the Fire Department program03 Equipment Maintenance, Outside Motor Vehicle Repairs account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

That the sum of $39,208 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the following accounts $34,560 Police Department program 01 Administration, Administration Clerical account, $ 504 Police...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

6) That the sum of $39,208 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the following accounts $34,560 Police Department program 01 Administration, Administration Clerical account, $ 504 Police Department program 01 Administration, Holiday account, $4,144 Police Department program 01 Administration, Education account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“6) That the sum of $39,208 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the following accounts $34,560 Police Department program 01 Administration, Administration Clerical account, $ 504 Police Department program 01 Administration, Holiday account, $4,144 Police Department program 01 Administration, Education account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

That the sum of $5,595 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to Police Department program 08 Special Services, Crossing guards account

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

7) That the sum of $5,595 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to Police Department program 08 Special Services, Crossing guards account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“7) That the sum of $5,595 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to Police Department program 08 Special Services, Crossing guards account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

That the sum of $29,950 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Police Department program 01 Administration, Data Processing account

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

8) That the sum of $29,950 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Police Department program 01 Administration, Data Processing account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“8) That the sum of $29,950 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Police Department program 01 Administration, Data Processing account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

That the sum of $1,500 be re-appropriated from the fiscal Year 2019 Police Department program 04 Patrol Bureau, Uniform Allowances line item 01-21004-5491 for the purpose of paying an unpaid bill...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

9) That the sum of $1,500 be re-appropriated from the fiscal Year 2019 Police Department program 04 Patrol Bureau, Uniform Allowances line item 01-21004-5491 for the purpose of paying an unpaid bill to Atlantic Tactical for the balance of a March 2017 invoice which was incurred prior to July 1, 2017, which was not in excess of the Fiscal year 2017 appropriation. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“9) That the sum of $1,500 be re-appropriated from the fiscal Year 2019 Police Department program 04 Patrol Bureau, Uniform Allowances line item 01-21004-5491 for the purpose of paying an unpaid bill to Atlantic Tactical for the balance of a March 2017 invoice which was incurred prior to July 1, 2017, which was not in excess of the Fiscal year 2017 appropriation. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

That the sum of $875,000 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Police Department overtime accounts and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

10) That the sum of $875,000 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Police Department overtime accounts and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate said sums to and among the various line items affected thereby. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“10) That the sum of $875,000 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Police Department overtime accounts and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate said sums to and among the various line items affected thereby. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

That the sum of $324,577 be transferred from the Fiscal Year 2018 certified Free Cash to the Department of Public Works / Program 11 – Snow and Ice, and further, that the Director of Municipal...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

11) That the sum of $324,577 be transferred from the Fiscal Year 2018 certified Free Cash to the Department of Public Works / Program 11 – Snow and Ice, and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate said sums to and among the various line items affected thereby. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“11) That the sum of $324,577 be transferred from the Fiscal Year 2018 certified Free Cash to the Department of Public Works / Program 11 – Snow and Ice, and further, that the Director of Municipal Finance be authorized to allocate said sums to and among the various line items affected thereby. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

That the sum of $27,432 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Human Resources Department/ Administration Program 01 / Retirement Sick Leave account

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

12) That the sum of $27,432 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Human Resources Department/ Administration Program 01 / Retirement Sick Leave account Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“12) That the sum of $27,432 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Human Resources Department/ Administration Program 01 / Retirement Sick Leave account Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

That the sum of $70,281 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Human Resources Department/ Administration Program 01 / Vacation buy back account

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

13) That the sum of $70,281 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Human Resources Department/ Administration Program 01 / Vacation buy back account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“13) That the sum of $70,281 be transferred from FY 2018 Certified Free Cash to the Human Resources Department/ Administration Program 01 / Vacation buy back account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

That the sum of $6,000 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account $3,000 to the FY 2020 Planning and Development Department program 05...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

14) That the sum of $6,000 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account $3,000 to the FY 2020 Planning and Development Department program 05 Part Time Ranger account and $3,000 to the FY 2020 Planning and Development Department program 05 Tree Fertilizing account Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“14) That the sum of $6,000 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account $3,000 to the FY 2020 Planning and Development Department program 05 Part Time Ranger account and $3,000 to the FY 2020 Planning and Development Department program 05 Tree Fertilizing account Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

That the sum of $18,366 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the following accounts, $3,168 Town Clerk/ Administration Program 01...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

15) That the sum of $18,366 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the following accounts, $3,168 Town Clerk/ Administration Program 01 / Department Head account, $5,123 Town Clerk/ Registration Program 05 / Assistant Department Head account, $7,145 Town Clerk/ Registration Program 05 / Administrative /Clerical account, and $2,930 Town Council/ Administration Program 01 / Administrative /Clerical account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“15) That the sum of $18,366 be transferred from the Law department Licensing Board program 02/ administrative / clerical account to the following accounts, $3,168 Town Clerk/ Administration Program 01 / Department Head account, $5,123 Town Clerk/ Registration Program 05 / Assistant Department Head account, $7,145 Town Clerk/ Registration Program 05 / Administrative /Clerical account, and $2,930 Town Council/ Administration Program 01 / Administrative /Clerical account. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

That the sum of $30,229.30 received from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Transportation Enhancement Trust Fund be appropriated to Department of Public Works Department Traffic Calming Measures grant

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

16) That the sum of $30,229.30 received from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Transportation Enhancement Trust Fund be appropriated to Department of Public Works Department Traffic Calming Measures grant. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“16) That the sum of $30,229.30 received from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Transportation Enhancement Trust Fund be appropriated to Department of Public Works Department Traffic Calming Measures grant. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

19 015 Mayor: FY2020 Operating Budget

OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 015

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 015 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 015 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 015

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 015 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 015 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

That the Town of Braintree raise and appropriate the sum of $139,331,575 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's several departments and programs for the...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 7–1

1. That the Town of Braintree raise and appropriate the sum of $139,331,575 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's several departments and programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes and are subject to the source of funding for said expenditures as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, that the sum of $94,809 be transferred from Golf Course receipts, the sum of $250,000 be transferred from the Overlay Surplus account, the sum of $9,700 be transferred from the Waterways Improvement fund, the sum of $22,000 be transferred from the Sale of Cemetery Lots, the sum of $625,031 be transferred from Water and Sewer receipts, the sum of $20,961 be transferred from Stormwater receipts, the sum of $1,200,000 be transferred from the Town owned land account and the balance to be raised in the tax levy. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

Yes: Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, WhalenNo: O'BrienThe vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“1. That the Town of Braintree raise and appropriate the sum of $139,331,575 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's several departments and programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes and are subject to the source of funding for said expenditures as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, that the sum of $94,809 be transferred from Golf Course receipts, the sum of $250,000 be transferred from the Overlay Surplus account, the sum of $9,700 be transferred from the Waterways Improvement fund, the sum of $22,000 be transferred from the Sale of Cemetery Lots, the sum of $625,031 be transferred from Water and Sewer receipts, the sum of $20,961 be transferred from Stormwater receipts, the sum of $1,200,000 be transferred from the Town owned land account and the balance to be raised in the tax levy. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (7 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (1 – O'Brien), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $1,907,151 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Golf Course and related programs for the fiscal year...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 7–1

2. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $1,907,151 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Golf Course and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, and that the sum of $1,907,151 be raised in the Golf Course receipts. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

Yes: Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, WhalenNo: O'BrienThe vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“2. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $1,907,151 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Golf Course and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, and that the sum of $1,907,151 be raised in the Golf Course receipts. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (7 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (1 – O'Brien), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $19,121,661 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Water and Sewer Division and related programs for...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

3. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $19,121,661 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Water and Sewer Division and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, that the sum of $103,694 be transferred from the Water Sewer Rehabilitation Fund and the balance of $19,017,967 be raised in the Water and Sewer receipts. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“3. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $19,121,661 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Water and Sewer Division and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, that the sum of $103,694 be transferred from the Water Sewer Rehabilitation Fund and the balance of $19,017,967 be raised in the Water and Sewer receipts. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $582,029 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Stormwater and related programs for the fiscal year...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

4. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $582,029 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Stormwater and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, and that the sum of $582,029 be raised in the Stormwater receipts Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“4. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $582,029 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Stormwater and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, and that the sum of $582,029 be raised in the Stormwater receipts Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

See if the Town of Braintree will accept the provisions of Chapter 44, § 53F½ of the Massachusetts General Laws establishing a Cable Public Education and Government (PEG) fund an enterprise fund...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

5. To see if the Town of Braintree will accept the provisions of Chapter 44, § 53F½ of the Massachusetts General Laws establishing a Cable Public Education and Government (PEG) fund an enterprise fund effective fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“5. To see if the Town of Braintree will accept the provisions of Chapter 44, § 53F½ of the Massachusetts General Laws establishing a Cable Public Education and Government (PEG) fund an enterprise fund effective fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $531,369 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Cable Television Public, Education and Government...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

6. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $531,369 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Cable Television Public, Education and Government Access and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, and that the sum of $531,369 be raised in the Cable Franchise fees receipts. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“6. That the Town of Braintree appropriate the sum of $531,369 to provide for all of the expenses for the maintenance and operation of the Town's Cable Television Public, Education and Government Access and related programs for the fiscal year 2020 and that the several sums herein set forth are hereby approved for the several purposes as outlined on the attached Exhibit A, specifically, and that the sum of $531,369 be raised in the Cable Franchise fees receipts. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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Pursuant to General Law Chapter 44, Section 31D, the town is authorized to incur a liability in excess of the amount appropriated for snow and ice for fiscal year 2020

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

7. Pursuant to General Law Chapter 44, Section 31D, the town is authorized to incur a liability in excess of the amount appropriated for snow and ice for fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“7. Pursuant to General Law Chapter 44, Section 31D, the town is authorized to incur a liability in excess of the amount appropriated for snow and ice for fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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19 016 Mayor: FY2020 Budget – Community Preservation Committee

OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 016

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 016 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 016 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 016

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 016 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 016 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

C1. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the community housing reserve for acquisition, creation, preservation, or support of community housing or the rehabilitation or restoration of community housing that is acquired or created as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“C1. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the community housing reserve for acquisition, creation, preservation, or support of community housing or the rehabilitation or restoration of community housing that is acquired or created as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

C2. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the open space reserve for the acquisition, creation, or preservation of open space or the rehabilitation or restoration of open space that is acquired or created as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“C2. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the open space reserve for the acquisition, creation, or preservation of open space or the rehabilitation or restoration of open space that is acquired or created as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

C3. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the historic resources reserve for the acquisition, preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration of historic resources as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“C3. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $150,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the historic resources reserve for the acquisition, preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration of historic resources as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $450,000 be appropriated from the...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

C4. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $450,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the community preservation budgeted reserve as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“C4. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $450,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to the community preservation budgeted reserve as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $50,000 be appropriated from the...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

C5. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $50,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to for fiscal year 2020 administrative operating fund as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws said funds to be expended under the direction of community preservation committee and by the director of planning and community development. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“C5. In accordance with the provisions of chapter 44b, section 5 of the general laws and the recommendation of the community preservation committee, that the sum of $50,000 be appropriated from the community preservation fund to for fiscal year 2020 administrative operating fund as provided in chapter 44b, section 5, of the general laws said funds to be expended under the direction of community preservation committee and by the director of planning and community development. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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19 017 Mayor: FY2020 Revolving Accounts

OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 017

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 017 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to OPEN Public Hearing for Order 19 017 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 017

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 8 present

Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 017 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Kokoros to CLOSE the Public Hearing for Order 19 017 Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the Department of Elder Affairs be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R1. That the Department of Elder Affairs be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Department of Elder Affairs without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, to pay salaries, expenses, and contractual services required to provide services and activities for the town's elderly residents. The Department of Elder Affairs revolving fund is to be credited with all fees and charges received during fiscal year 2020 from persons using said programs. The Department of Elder Affairs may spend up to $30,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R1. That the Department of Elder Affairs be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Department of Elder Affairs without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, to pay salaries, expenses, and contractual services required to provide services and activities for the town's elderly residents. The Department of Elder Affairs revolving fund is to be credited with all fees and charges received during fiscal year 2020 from persons using said programs. The Department of Elder Affairs may spend up to $30,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the Board of Health be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e 1/2 that may be spent by the Board of Health...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R2. That the Board of Health be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e 1/2 that may be spent by the Board of Health without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, to pay for salaries, expenses, and contractual services associated with purchasing, promoting, and administering public health immunizations and for public health education programs. The Board of Health revolving fund is to be credited with all fees and charges collected during fiscal year 2020 for immunizations administered under the department of public health. The Board of Health may spend up to $50,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R2. That the Board of Health be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e 1/2 that may be spent by the Board of Health without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, to pay for salaries, expenses, and contractual services associated with purchasing, promoting, and administering public health immunizations and for public health education programs. The Board of Health revolving fund is to be credited with all fees and charges collected during fiscal year 2020 for immunizations administered under the department of public health. The Board of Health may spend up to $50,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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The Library Trustees be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Library Trustees...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R3. The Library Trustees be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Library Trustees without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the purchase of library books, audiovisual materials and other library materials. The Library Trustees revolving fund is to be credited with all fines and fees collected during fiscal year 2020 for lost or overdue library materials. The library trustees may spend up to $45,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R3. The Library Trustees be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Library Trustees without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the purchase of library books, audiovisual materials and other library materials. The Library Trustees revolving fund is to be credited with all fines and fees collected during fiscal year 2020 for lost or overdue library materials. The library trustees may spend up to $45,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the Library Trustees be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Library Trustees...

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R4. That the Library Trustees be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Library Trustees without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the costs associated with the support and promotion of special programs, including salaries related thereto. The Library Trustees revolving fund is to be credited with all revenue from the rental of meeting rooms collected during fiscal year 2020. The Library Trustees may spend up to $5,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R4. That the Library Trustees be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Library Trustees without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the costs associated with the support and promotion of special programs, including salaries related thereto. The Library Trustees revolving fund is to be credited with all revenue from the rental of meeting rooms collected during fiscal year 2020. The Library Trustees may spend up to $5,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with...

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R5. That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with the recycling coordinator, without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the purchase of home composting bins, curbside recycling bins, recycling bags and for the collection of fees and payments for recycling materials, including hazardous waste. The recycling revolving fund is to be credited with all fees collected during fiscal year 2020. The Mayor may spend up to $2,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R5. That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with the recycling coordinator, without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the purchase of home composting bins, curbside recycling bins, recycling bags and for the collection of fees and payments for recycling materials, including hazardous waste. The recycling revolving fund is to be credited with all fees collected during fiscal year 2020. The Mayor may spend up to $2,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R6. That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with the recycling coordinator without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the collection of fees and payments from the collection of revenue- generating materials and to use the income to promote town recycling initiatives and events, including household hazardous waste events. The recycling revolving fund is to be credited with all fees collected during fiscal year 2020. The Mayor may spend up to $50,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R6. That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with the recycling coordinator without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the collection of fees and payments from the collection of revenue- generating materials and to use the income to promote town recycling initiatives and events, including household hazardous waste events. The recycling revolving fund is to be credited with all fees collected during fiscal year 2020. The Mayor may spend up to $50,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the School Committee be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the School Committee...

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R7. That the School Committee be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the School Committee without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, to pay for salaries, expenses, and contractual services associated with the operation of full day kindergarten. The revolving fund is to be credited with all full day kindergarten fees and charges collected during fiscal year 2020. The School Committee may spend up to $825,000 in revolving fund monies in fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R7. That the School Committee be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the School Committee without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, to pay for salaries, expenses, and contractual services associated with the operation of full day kindergarten. The revolving fund is to be credited with all full day kindergarten fees and charges collected during fiscal year 2020. The School Committee may spend up to $825,000 in revolving fund monies in fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with...

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

R8. That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with the golf greens superintendent without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the collection of fees and payments from the collection of revenue generated from clinics and payments for group and individual lessons and the sales of pro shop materials fees collected during fiscal year 2020. The Mayor may spend up to $110,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“R8. That the Mayor be authorized to use a revolving fund in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general laws chapter 44, section 53e1/2 that may be spent by the Mayor, in conjunction with the golf greens superintendent without further appropriation during the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2019, for the collection of fees and payments from the collection of revenue generated from clinics and payments for group and individual lessons and the sales of pro shop materials fees collected during fiscal year 2020. The Mayor may spend up to $110,000 in revolving fund monies during fiscal year 2020. Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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19 018 Mayor: Rescind prior Borrowing Authorizations

19 018 Mayor: Rescind prior Borrowing Authorizations

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 8 present

• 19 018 Mayor: Rescind prior Borrowing Authorizations or take up any action relative thereto Motion: by Councilor Kokoros

The vote line lists Shannon Hume as absent for this vote (this councilor was at the meeting but not in the room, or arrived later).

From the minutes

“• 19 018 Mayor: Rescind prior Borrowing Authorizations or take up any action relative thereto Motion: by Councilor Kokoros Second: by Councilor Powers Vote: For (8 – Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, Whalen), Against (0), Absent (1 - Hume), Abstain (0).” (Motion: Kokoros, second: Powers)

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Adjournment

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 14

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

It was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:08p.

Yes: Bowes, Carey, Kokoros, O'Brien, Powers, Ringius, Ryan, WhalenThe minutes say "It was unanimously voted to adjourn"; shown as a yes vote by the councilors who voted on the last roll call of the meeting.

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“It was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:08p..”

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