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August 4, 2026
12 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: David Farrag, Ellen Maher, William Ashton, Paul Grady, Gregory Watts
Absent: None
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91 Sohier Street, Willcutt Commons
Enter executive session exemption number three to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation regarding Cohasset Harbor and the cell tower
To enter executive session exemption number three to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation regarding Cohasset Harbor and the cell tower
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to enter executive session exemption number three to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation regarding Cohasset Harbor and the cell tower.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Mike Krumzik of 21 Mohawk Way explained the purpose of the event, noting it is the first
Issue the one-day liquor license for Cohasset Community Assistance Fund, St. Stephen's Church, Chow Cohasset Pasta Dinner on September 19, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m
To issue the one-day liquor license for Cohasset Community Assistance Fund, St. Stephen's Church, Chow Cohasset Pasta Dinner on September 19, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m
Yes: Farrag, Grady, Maher, WattsAbstained: Ashton
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to issue the one-day liquor license for Cohasset Community Assistance Fund, St. Stephen's Church, Chow Cohasset Pasta Dinner on September 19, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m.; Second: G. Watts; Vote: 4-0-1 (David Farrag-Yes, Ellen Maher-Yes, Gregory Watts-Yes, Paul L. Grady, Jr.-Yes, William Ashton-Abstain) — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Watts)
Appoint J. Patrick Kennedy to the Norfolk County Advisory Board
To appoint J. Patrick Kennedy to the Norfolk County Advisory Board
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to appoint J. Patrick Kennedy to the Norfolk County Advisory Board.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Renew Justin Pimpare for the Sidewalk Safety and Connectivity Committee
To renew Justin Pimpare for the Sidewalk Safety and Connectivity Committee
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to renew Justin Pimpare for the Sidewalk Safety and Connectivity Committee.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Approve the modifications of the employee guidebook as shown
To approve the modifications of the employee guidebook as shown
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to approve the modifications of the employee guidebook as shown.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Human Resources and Community Services Director Meaghan James presented proposed
Approve the Friends of Holly Hill 2025 CPC agreement for the conservation restriction
To approve the Friends of Holly Hill 2025 CPC agreement for the conservation restriction
From the minutes
“G. Watts: Motion to approve the Friends of Holly Hill 2025 CPC agreement for the conservation restriction.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Watts, second: Ashton)
Set special town meeting for October 26, 2026
To set special town meeting for October 26, 2026
From the minutes
“G. Watts: Motion to set special town meeting for October 26, 2026.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5- 0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Watts, second: Ashton)
Set the public forum for the cell tower at one of our meetings in September
To set the public forum for the cell tower at one of our meetings in September
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to set the public forum for the cell tower at one of our meetings in September.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Approve the Open Space and Recreation Committee charge from the select board in its final draft
To approve the Open Space and Recreation Committee charge from the select board in its final draft
Yes: Ashton, Farrag, Maher, WattsAbstained: Grady
From the minutes
“G. Watts: Motion to approve the Open Space and Recreation Committee charge from the select board in its final draft.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 4-0-1 (David Farrag-Yes, Ellen Maher-Yes, Gregory Watts-Yes, William Ashton-Yes, Paul L. Grady, Jr.-Abstain) — PASSED.” (Motion: Watts, second: Ashton)
For the tree city proclamation
For the tree city proclamation
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion for the tree city proclamation.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Construction Documents and bidding are targeted for November or December. Ms. Leary
Approve the minutes for July 28, 2026, as amended
To approve the minutes for July 28, 2026, as amended
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to approve the minutes for July 28, 2026, as amended.; Second: W. Ashton; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Ashton)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“P. Jr.: Motion to adjourn.; Second: G. Watts; Vote: 5-0-0 — PASSED.” (Motion: Grady, second: Watts)
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