MassVoter.com← Dover Board of SelectmenDover Board of Selectmen · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
November 6, 2024
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Robyn Hunter, David Haviland
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
The Board of Assessors recommended a Residential Factor of 1, a “no” vote on the Open Space
Approve the recommendation of the Board of Assessors for a single tax classification Residential Factor of 1 with no Open Space Discount, Residential or Small Commercial Exemptions
To approve the recommendation of the Board of Assessors for a single tax classification Residential Factor of 1 with no Open Space Discount, Residential or Small Commercial Exemptions
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the recommendation of the Board of Assessors for a single tax classification Residential Factor of 1 with no Open Space Discount, Residential or Small Commercial Exemptions; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
1.2 Discussion and Vote to Adopt Sustainability Committee Charge
Approve the Sustainability Committee Charge, as amended, to include the sustainability goals of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
To approve the Sustainability Committee Charge, as amended, to include the sustainability goals of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the Sustainability Committee Charge, as amended, to include the sustainability goals of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
1.3 Personnel Board Presentation re FY26 Cost of Living/Market Adjustment for Non-
Approve a Fiscal Year 2026 increase in compensation of three percent for the Town's non-union staff as recommended by the Personnel Board
To approve a Fiscal Year 2026 increase in compensation of three percent for the Town's non-union staff as recommended by the Personnel Board
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve a Fiscal Year 2026 increase in compensation of three percent for the Town's non-union staff as recommended by the Personnel Board; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
Eversource met with Police Chief Vinci, Fire Chief Wright, and Department of Public Works
Approve all appointments, as presented
To approve all appointments, as presented
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve all appointments, as presented; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
1.6 Discussion and Vote re Memorandum of Understanding with Aquarion Water re
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Dover and Aquarion Water Co., contingent on Aquarion conducting pressure and flow tests to ensure that water users in the Town of Dover...
To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Dover and Aquarion Water Co., contingent on Aquarion conducting pressure and flow tests to ensure that water users in the Town of Dover system do not experience a lack of water pressure or flow due to the interconnection. These tests should be coordinated with the Town of Dover Water Operator, Karl Warnick, with the results sent to the Town Administrator
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Dover and Aquarion Water Co., contingent on Aquarion conducting pressure and flow tests to ensure that water users in the Town of Dover system do not experience a lack of water pressure or flow due to the interconnection. These tests should be coordinated with the Town of Dover Water Operator, Karl Warnick, with the results sent to the Town Administrator; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
1.7 Discussion and Vote re the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Permit
Approve the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) High Ground Permit for use of the Snow Hill Fire Tower for radio communications
To approve the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) High Ground Permit for use of the Snow Hill Fire Tower for radio communications
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) High Ground Permit for use of the Snow Hill Fire Tower for radio communications; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
1.8 Discussion and Vote re ARPA Funds
Rescind $23,875 in unexpended funds in the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds originally allocated for the Kleinfelder Water Consulting Project
To rescind $23,875 in unexpended funds in the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds originally allocated for the Kleinfelder Water Consulting Project
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to rescind $23,875 in unexpended funds in the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds originally allocated for the Kleinfelder Water Consulting Project; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
Approve the use of $70,397.42 from the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds for the Police Radio Communications Project
To approve the use of $70,397.42 from the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds for the Police Radio Communications Project
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the use of $70,397.42 from the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds for the Police Radio Communications Project; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
Approve the use of $94,897.58 from the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds for Treasurer-Collector and Financial Consulting Services
To approve the use of $94,897.58 from the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds for Treasurer-Collector and Financial Consulting Services
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the use of $94,897.58 from the Direct to Dover ARPA Revenue Loss Funds for Treasurer-Collector and Financial Consulting Services; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
1.9 Approve Annual Renewal of Package Store and Club Liquor Licenses
Approve the renewal of the annual Retail Package Goods Store license for Dover Wine Company for 2025
To approve the renewal of the annual Retail Package Goods Store license for Dover Wine Company for 2025
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the renewal of the annual Retail Package Goods Store license for Dover Wine Company for 2025; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
Approve the renewal of the Club License for the George B. Preston American Legion Post 209 for 2025
To approve the renewal of the Club License for the George B. Preston American Legion Post 209 for 2025
From the minutes
“Ms. Hunter moved and Mr. Haviland seconded to approve the renewal of the Club License for the George B. Preston American Legion Post 209 for 2025; unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 8:27 PM, Ms. Hunter motioned and Mr. Haviland seconded to adjourn the meeting; unanimously approved by roll-call vote..” (Motion: Hunter, second: Haviland)
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