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Duxbury Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

August 27, 2018

15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Theodore J. Flynn, Shawn Dahlen, David J. Madigan

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Go into executive session to discuss matters regarding the King Caesar Fund, [specifically case: 62760 (BF) and any other administrative aspects, if necessary], which are of a confidential nature,...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

We go into executive session to discuss matters regarding the King Caesar Fund, [specifically case: 62760 (BF) and any other administrative aspects, if necessary], which are of a confidential nature, as the fund's purpose is to provide medical relief for the financially-needy residents of Duxbury, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30a, Section 21, and to adjourn Executive Session upon the completion of the matter and reconvene in Open Session on or about 7:00 PM

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved we go into executive session to discuss matters regarding the King Caesar Fund, [specifically case: 62760 (BF) and any other administrative aspects, if necessary], which are of a confidential nature, as the fund's purpose is to provide medical relief for the financially-needy residents of Duxbury, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30a, Section 21, and to adjourn Executive Session upon the completion of the matter and reconvene in Open Session on or about 7:00 PM. Seconded by: Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Adjourn Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 PM

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To adjourn Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 PM

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved to adjourn Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 PM. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the use of a portion of the interest from the Mayflower Care and Improvement Fund to fund the removal of five (5) trees at an estimated cost of $20,000

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen approve the use of a portion of the interest from the Mayflower Care and Improvement Fund to fund the removal of five (5) trees at an estimated cost of $20,000

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen approve the use of a portion of the interest from the Mayflower Care and Improvement Fund to fund the removal of five (5) trees at an estimated cost of $20,000. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Recommend Article 6 ~ Citizens' Petition to amend zoning by-laws and proposal to add new special permitted use under Section 410 residential compatibility district

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen recommend Article 6 ~ Citizens' Petition to amend zoning by-laws and proposal to add new special permitted use under Section 410 residential compatibility district

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen recommend Article 6 ~ Citizens' Petition to amend zoning by-laws and proposal to add new special permitted use under Section 410 residential compatibility district. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Recommend Article 7 - Citizens' Petition to amend zoning by-laws and proposal to establish a neighborhood business light zoning district

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend Article 7 - Citizens' Petition to amend zoning by-laws and proposal to establish a neighborhood business light zoning district

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved to recommend Article 7 - Citizens' Petition to amend zoning by-laws and proposal to establish a neighborhood business light zoning district. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen. Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Adopt the Town of Duxbury, Massachusetts Financial Management Policies & Objectives ~ Finance Committee 2018 (Revised from 2013), as presented, and which will also include an annual review and...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen adopt the Town of Duxbury, Massachusetts Financial Management Policies & Objectives ~ Finance Committee 2018 (Revised from 2013), as presented, and which will also include an annual review and vote by both the Finance Committee and the Board of Selectmen

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen adopt the Town of Duxbury, Massachusetts Financial Management Policies & Objectives ~ Finance Committee 2018 (Revised from 2013), as presented, and which will also include an annual review and vote by both the Finance Committee and the Board of Selectmen. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen. Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Appoint Michael J. Cole to the Historical Commission to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/20

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen appoint Michael J. Cole to the Historical Commission to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/20

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Michael J. Cole to the Historical Commission to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/20. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Appoint Joanne Moore as the Duxbury delegate to the Old Colony Elder Services Board for a term to expire as of June 30, 2019

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen appoint Joanne Moore as the Duxbury delegate to the Old Colony Elder Services Board for a term to expire as of June 30, 2019

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Joanne Moore as the Duxbury delegate to the Old Colony Elder Services Board for a term to expire as of June 30, 2019. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Appoint Steve Marshall to the Sidewalk & Bike Path Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/20

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen appoint Steve Marshall to the Sidewalk & Bike Path Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/20

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Steve Marshall to the Sidewalk & Bike Path Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/20. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Appoint Jim Fiset to the Sidewalk & Bike Path Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/19

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen appoint Jim Fiset to the Sidewalk & Bike Path Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/19

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Jim Fiset to the Sidewalk & Bike Path Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire on 6/30/19. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Grant to Ms. Erin McGough (Duxbury Rural & Historical Society): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Duxbury Maritime Festival - Tavern Night on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Nathaniel...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That Ms. Erin McGough, as a representative of the Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Duxbury Maritime Festival - Tavern Night on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington Street, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that Ms. Erin McGough, as a representative of the Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Duxbury Maritime Festival - Tavern Night on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington Street, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Grant to Ms. Erin McGough (Duxbury Rural & Historical Society): an Event Permit for their Duxbury Maritime Festival on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That Ms. Erin McGough, as a representative of the Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, is granted an Event Permit for their Duxbury Maritime Festival on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington Street, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the event permit

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that Ms. Erin McGough, as a representative of the Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, is granted an Event Permit for their Duxbury Maritime Festival on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington Street, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the event permit. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Approve the 08/06/18 Selectmen's Executive Session Minutes, as presented, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen approve the 08/06/18 Selectmen's Executive Session Minutes, as presented, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen approve the 08/06/18 Selectmen's Executive Session Minutes, as presented, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of SEPTEMBER, 2018 in accordance with posted Attachments B & C. 2) the commercial...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board of Selectmen declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of SEPTEMBER, 2018 in accordance with posted Attachments B & C. 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of SEPTEMBER, 2018 in accordance with posted Attachments A & C

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of SEPTEMBER, 2018 in accordance with posted Attachments B & C. 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of SEPTEMBER, 2018 in accordance with posted Attachments A & C. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

Adjourn

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board adjourn

From the minutes

“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen. Vote: 3:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)

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

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