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November 20, 2024
6 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: James Malkin, Marie Larsen, Jeffrey Maida
Absent: None
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Move forward with Harbormaster’s decision on allowing 39-footer and adding following conditions; Motors down while not in use and allowed to be up to clean and maintain engines while the captain is on board. No ancho
Move forward with Harbormaster’s decision on allowing 39-footer and adding following conditions; Motors down while not in use and allowed to be up to clean and maintain engines while the captain is on board. No anchor extending beyond the bow. There will be additional fendering. Ms. Clark voiced concerns that these conditions where only being applied to her and her boat. Chairperson Malkin said these are conditions imposed on a particular slip, for a particular vessel
Yes: Larsen, MalkinNo: Maida
From the minutes
“Ms. Larsen moved to move forward with Harbormaster’s decision on allowing 39-footer and adding following conditions; Motors down while not in use and allowed to be up to clean and maintain engines while the captain is on board. No anchor extending beyond the bow. There will be additional fendering. Ms. Clark voiced concerns that these conditions where only being applied to her and her boat. Chairperson Malkin said these are conditions imposed on a particular slip, for a particular vessel. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 2 Ayes, 1 Nay Jeffrey Maida Preschool - plan for sidewalk & dedicated parking area at Communi.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)
Authorize a support letter for their application
Authorize a support letter for their application
From the minutes
“Ms. Larsen moved to authorize a support letter for their application. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. Mr. Drummond asked if there was a telephone number someone could call to get their home included in the program. Mr. Lefeber said absolutely: (508) 693-3002. Mr. Carroll asked if there would be another tax bill insert to let homeowners know about this program. Mr. Lefeber said yes. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Up Island Council on Aging: a. Comprehensive needs assessment of older adults i.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)
Approve step 5 for position of Health Agent
Approve step 5 for position of Health Agent
From the minutes
“Ms. Larsen moved to approve step 5 for position of Health Agent. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes 5. Police Department—with negotiations still pending should Chilmark wait to pr.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)
Approve
Approve
From the minutes
“Ms. Larsen moved to approve. Mr. Maida seconded motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes 5 Town Administrator: 5. Finance Team meeting Thursday 11 AM is now 11:30 AM 6..” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)
Approve to use the excess borrowing to pay debt service
Approve to use the excess borrowing to pay debt service
From the minutes
“Ms. Larsen moved to approve to use the excess borrowing to pay debt service. Mr. Maida seconded motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Chairperson Malkin spoke about police efficiency; Speaking with Aquinnah and Ch.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)
Adjourn
Adjourn
From the minutes
“Ms. Larsen moved to adjourn. Mr. Maida seconded the motion. SO VOTED: 3 Ayes Minutes respectfully submitted by Diana DeBlase Approved 12/17/2024 Document li.” (Motion: Larsen, second: Maida)
From the Chilmark Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town website. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Member photos from The Martha’s Vineyard Times: Jeffrey Maida (April 2024 election story), Matthew Poole (June 2025 profile, photo by Sarah Shaw Dawson), Rebecca Haag (April 2026 candidate forum, photo by Nicholas Vukota). Former members show initials.
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