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March 12, 2024
21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Fred Chase, Dr. Kevin Perry, Dr. Paul Murphy, Erik Moore, Mark Linde, Shawn George, Bradford McKinnon, Susan Robinson, Dennis Gallagher
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
To approve the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
Yes: Chase, Gallagher, George, Linde, McKinnon, Murphy, PerryAbstained: Moore, Robinson
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to approve the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken with the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Abstained; Robinson - Abstained; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 7-0-2.” (Motion: George, second: Linde)
Approve the appointment of Mark Peterson to the Conservation Commission
To approve the appointment of Mark Peterson to the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to approve the appointment of Mark Peterson to the Conservation Commission, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken with the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: Linde)
Take G. License Transactions out of order
To take G. License Transactions out of order
From the minutes
“Councilor Perry made a motion to take G. License Transactions out of order, which was duly seconded by Councilor George. A voice vote was taken with the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: George)
D-FY24-004 Amend Ordinance D-FY24-004 to change the height from 6 stories to 5 stories. Councilor Chase seconded this motion. Councilor Robinson noted that there was a joint meeting with CED and Planning. Then C
To amend Ordinance D-FY24-004 to change the height from 6 stories to 5 stories. Councilor Chase seconded this motion. Councilor Robinson noted that there was a joint meeting with CED and Planning. Then CED had a meeting. On 2/6 Pat Driscoll and Councilor Robinson met with the Town Manager and that was the version that went on the 2/26/24 agenda. 2/28/24 had an additional page, propose sticking with the version from 2/20/24. CED Director Rulli noted that the only difference is 9.9 and elimination of the Technical Review Committee. Councilor Chase noted that he has heard from people who are in favor and opposed. Agree to amend to 5 story. Only 2 sites 5 stories could be. Councilor Linde asked what Planning Board approved for height. Councilor Linde made a motion to suspend the council rules to allow Patrick Driscoll from the Planning Board to speak
From the minutes
“Councilor McKinnon made a motion to amend Ordinance D-FY24-004 to change the height from 6 stories to 5 stories. Councilor Chase seconded this motion. Councilor Robinson noted that there was a joint meeting with CED and Planning. Then CED had a meeting. On 2/6 Pat Driscoll and Councilor Robinson met with the Town Manager and that was the version that went on the 2/26/24 agenda. 2/28/24 had an additional page, propose sticking with the version from 2/20/24. CED Director Rulli noted that the only difference is 9.9 and elimination of the Technical Review Committee. Councilor Chase noted that he has heard from people who are in favor and opposed. Agree to amend to 5 story. Only 2 sites 5 stories could be. Councilor Linde asked what Planning Board approved for height. Councilor Linde made a motion to suspend the council rules to allow Patrick Driscoll from the Planning Board to speak. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Robinson. A voice vote was taken with the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: McKinnon, second: Robinson)
To amend Ordinance D-FY24-004 to change the height from 6 stories to 5 stories. Councilor Chase seconded this motion. Councilor Robinson noted that there was a joint meeting with CED and Planning. Then CED had a meeting. On 2/6 Pat Driscoll and Councilor Robinson met with the Town Manager and that was the version that went on the 2/26/24 agenda. 2/28/24 had an additional page, propose sticking with the version from 2/20/24. CED Director Rulli noted that the only difference is 9.9 and elimination of the Technical Review Committee. Councilor Chase noted that he has heard from people who are in favor and opposed. Agree to amend to 5 story. Only 2 sites 5 stories could be. Councilor Linde asked what Planning Board approved for height. Councilor Linde made a motion to suspend the council rules to allow Patrick Driscoll from the Planning Board to speak
Yes: Chase, Gallagher, George, McKinnon, Moore, PerryNo: LindeAbstained: Murphy, Robinson
From the minutes
“Councilor McKinnon made a motion to amend Ordinance D-FY24-004 to change the height from 6 stories to 5 stories. Councilor Chase seconded this motion. Councilor Robinson noted that there was a joint meeting with CED and Planning. Then CED had a meeting. On 2/6 Pat Driscoll and Councilor Robinson met with the Town Manager and that was the version that went on the 2/26/24 agenda. 2/28/24 had an additional page, propose sticking with the version from 2/20/24. CED Director Rulli noted that the only difference is 9.9 and elimination of the Technical Review Committee. Councilor Chase noted that he has heard from people who are in favor and opposed. Agree to amend to 5 story. Only 2 sites 5 stories could be. Councilor Linde asked what Planning Board approved for height. Councilor Linde made a motion to suspend the council rules to allow Patrick Driscoll from the Planning Board to speak. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Robinson. results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Abstained; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Abstained; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - No. Motion passed 6-1-2.” (Motion: McKinnon, second: Robinson)
D-FY24-004 Refer the 2/20/24 version as amended tonight to Community and Economic Development Committee and Planning Board
To refer the 2/20/24 version as amended tonight to Community and Economic Development Committee and Planning Board
From the minutes
“Councilor Robinson made a motion to refer the 2/20/24 version as amended tonight to Community and Economic Development Committee and Planning Board. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Robinson, second: Linde)
D-FY24-004 Continue the Public Hearing for Ordinance D-FY24-004 to March 26, 2024 at 7:15p.m
To continue the Public Hearing for Ordinance D-FY24-004 to March 26, 2024 at 7:15p.m
From the minutes
“Councilor Perry made a motion to continue the Public Hearing for Ordinance D-FY24-004 to March 26, 2024 at 7:15p.m. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor George. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: George)
P-2024-016 Approve Petition P-2024-016
To approve Petition P-2024-016
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to approve Petition P-2024-016, which was duly seconded by Councilor McKinnon. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: McKinnon)
O-FY24-027 Refer Order O-FY24-027 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-027 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor Linde made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-027 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor McKinnon. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Linde, second: McKinnon)
O-FY24-028 Refer Order O-FY24-028 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-028 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-028 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor McKinnon. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: McKinnon)
O-FY24-029 Refer Order O-FY24-029 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-029 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-029 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor Robinson. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: Robinson)
O-FY24-030 Refer Order O-FY24-030 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-030 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor Linde made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-030 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor George. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Linde, second: George)
O-FY24-031 Refer Order O-FY24-031 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-031 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor Linde made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-031 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor George. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Linde, second: George)
O-FY24-032 Refer Order O-FY24-032 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-032 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-032 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor McKinnon. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: McKinnon)
O-FY24-033 Refer Order O-FY24-033 to Budget & Finance, Finance Committee and Community Economic Development Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-033 to Budget & Finance, Finance Committee and Community Economic Development Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-033 to Budget & Finance, Finance Committee and Community Economic Development Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: Linde)
O-FY24-035 Refer Order O-FY24-035 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-035 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-035 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: Linde)
O-FY24-036 Refer Order O-FY24-036 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-036 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor McKinnon made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-036 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: McKinnon, second: Linde)
O-FY24-037 Refer Order O-FY24-037 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-037 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-037 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: Linde)
O-FY24-038 Refer Order O-FY24-038 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
To refer Order O-FY24-038 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Councilor George made a motion to refer Order O-FY24-038 to Budget & Finance and Finance Committee, which was duly seconded by Councilor McKinnon. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: George, second: McKinnon)
R-FY24-005 Retain Resolution R-FY24-005 at Town Council
To retain Resolution R-FY24-005 at Town Council
From the minutes
“Councilor Perry made a motion to retain Resolution R-FY24-005 at Town Council, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Linde)
R-FY24-005 Adjourn (R-FY24-005)
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Councilor McKinnon made a motion to adjourn, which was duly seconded by Councilor Linde. A voice vote was taken and the results recorded as follows: Chase - Yea; Murphy - Yea; George - Yea; Gallagher - Yea; Moore - Yea; Robinson - Yea; Perry - Yea; McKinnon - Yea; Linde - Yea. Motion passed 9-0-0.” (Motion: McKinnon, second: Linde)
From the Bridgewater Town Council’s official minutes, posted on the town’s CivicClerk portal. We check every roll call against the recorded count and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Member photos: Town of Bridgewater Town Council page (bridgewaterma.gov); Paul Murphy from his MIT staff page. Mark Linde from a BTV (Bridgewater access TV) “Candidate’s Corner” video. Mary McGrath and Michaela Spagone from the Town of Bridgewater video of the September 15, 2026 Town Council meeting (identified by the nameplate in front of each member).
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