MassVoter.com← Duxbury Select BoardDuxbury Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
November 18, 2019
20 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: David J. Madigan, Theodore J. Flynn
Absent: Shawn Dahlen
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position, if the Chair so declares,...
That we go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position, if the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21, and that the Board reconvene in Open Session on or about 7:00 PM. As Chair, Mr. Madigan declared that the necessity for an Executive Session is to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining, as to do so in an Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that we go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position, if the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21, and that the Board reconvene in Open Session on or about 7:00 PM. As Chair, Mr. Madigan declared that the necessity for an Executive Session is to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining, as to do so in an Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position. Mr. Madigan seconded the motion. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Adjourn the Executive Session and immediately re-convene in Open Session at approximately 7:00pm
That the Board adjourn the Executive Session and immediately re-convene in Open Session at approximately 7:00pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board adjourn the Executive Session and immediately re-convene in Open Session at approximately 7:00pm. Mr. Madigan seconded the motion. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Generously accept the monetary donation of $8,500 to enable the Town to purchase a new tree for the Town Green
That the Board of Selectmen generously accept the monetary donation of $8,500 to enable the Town to purchase a new tree for the Town Green
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen generously accept the monetary donation of $8,500 to enable the Town to purchase a new tree for the Town Green. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Duxbury Free Library Employees, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022
That the Board of Selectmen accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Duxbury Free Library Employees, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022
From the minutes
“Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Duxbury Free Library Employees, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022. Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Accept the Side Letter of Agreement by and between the Duxbury Secretaries and Clerks, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) introducing and supporting a wage...
That the Board of Selectmen accept the Side Letter of Agreement by and between the Duxbury Secretaries and Clerks, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) introducing and supporting a wage classification study at the March 2020 Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen accept the Side Letter of Agreement by and between the Duxbury Secretaries and Clerks, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) introducing and supporting a wage classification study at the March 2020 Town Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Duxbury Secretaries and Clerks, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended), beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022
That the Board of Selectmen accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Duxbury Secretaries and Clerks, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended), beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Duxbury Secretaries and Clerks, SEIU Local 888 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended), beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Open the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
That the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Tax Classification. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Adopt a single tax rate for FY2020 by setting a residential factor of one and to also authorize and allow Stephen Dunn, Director of Assessing, to sign the LA-5 online in the DOR Gateway system on...
That the Board of Selectmen vote to adopt a single tax rate for FY2020 by setting a residential factor of one and to also authorize and allow Stephen Dunn, Director of Assessing, to sign the LA-5 online in the DOR Gateway system on the Selectmen's behalf
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen vote to adopt a single tax rate for FY2020 by setting a residential factor of one and to also authorize and allow Stephen Dunn, Director of Assessing, to sign the LA-5 online in the DOR Gateway system on the Selectmen's behalf. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Close the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing regarding Tax Classification. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Open the public hearing regarding Liquor License changes for The Anchor
That the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Liquor License changes for The Anchor
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Liquor License changes for The Anchor. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Approve the Change of Category from Wine & Malt with Cordials License to an All Alcoholic Beverages License; Change of Manager from J. Dermot Loftus to Christopher Schweiger; and Change of Hours...
That the Board of Selectmen, acting as the Local Licensing Authority, approves the Change of Category from Wine & Malt with Cordials License to an All Alcoholic Beverages License; Change of Manager from J. Dermot Loftus to Christopher Schweiger; and Change of Hours as requested for License #04037-RS-0300, all subject to the requirements of the ABCC (Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission) and the Town of Duxbury
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen, acting as the Local Licensing Authority, approves the Change of Category from Wine & Malt with Cordials License to an All Alcoholic Beverages License; Change of Manager from J. Dermot Loftus to Christopher Schweiger; and Change of Hours as requested for License #04037-RS-0300, all subject to the requirements of the ABCC (Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission) and the Town of Duxbury. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Close the public hearing
That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Open the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for: Town Clerk - Dog Walking Permits
That the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for: Town Clerk - Dog Walking Permits
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for: Town Clerk - Dog Walking Permits. Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Recess and continue this public hearing on Monday, December 16, 2019 at 7:05pm in the Mural Room of Town Hall
That the Board of Selectmen recess and continue this public hearing on Monday, December 16, 2019 at 7:05pm in the Mural Room of Town Hall
From the minutes
“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen recess and continue this public hearing on Monday, December 16, 2019 at 7:05pm in the Mural Room of Town Hall. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Flynn)
Renew the following liquor licenses along with their associated common victualler, innkeeper, and entertainment licenses as presented on the attached list i for the year 2020, subject to...
That the Board of Selectmen renew the following liquor licenses along with their associated common victualler, innkeeper, and entertainment licenses as presented on the attached list i for the year 2020, subject to satisfactory inspections by the Municipal Services Department, Board of Health, and Fire Department, receipt of all renewal requirements and payment of all funds/fees owed : to the Town of Duxbury, as well as any additional conditions imposed by the Board of Selectmen as the Local Licensing Authorities
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen renew the following liquor licenses along with their associated common victualler, innkeeper, and entertainment licenses as presented on the attached list i for the year 2020, subject to satisfactory inspections by the Municipal Services Department, Board of Health, and Fire Department, receipt of all renewal requirements and payment of all funds/fees owed : to the Town of Duxbury, as well as any additional conditions imposed by the Board of Selectmen as the Local Licensing Authorities. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0 (Note: this vote also includes Jamie's Fine Wine & Spirits II] since Mr. Dahlen was not in attendance as he would have had to recuse himself).” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Certify to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission, based on information from the Assessor and the Town Clerk, that the estimated temporary resident total population as of July 10, 2020 will be...
That the Board of Selectmen certify to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission, based on information from the Assessor and the Town Clerk, that the estimated temporary resident total population as of July 10, 2020 will be 17,912 (Current population of 16,414 plus an estimated increased summer population of 1,498 =17,912)
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen certify to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission, based on information from the Assessor and the Town Clerk, that the estimated temporary resident total population as of July 10, 2020 will be 17,912 (Current population of 16,414 plus an estimated increased summer population of 1,498 =17,912). Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Appoint Mr. R. Taggert ("Tag") Carpenter as the Historical Commission's liaison to the Community Preservation Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire 6/30/22
That the Board of Selectmen appoint Mr. R. Taggert ("Tag") Carpenter as the Historical Commission's liaison to the Community Preservation Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire 6/30/22
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Mr. R. Taggert ("Tag") Carpenter as the Historical Commission's liaison to the Community Preservation Committee to fill an unexpired term due to expire 6/30/22. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Grant to Mr. Paul Casale: an Event Permit for their Holiday Dingle Ball Fundraiser for Wicked Good Cause, to be held at the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, Washington Streeet, on Saturday, December...
That Mr. Paul Casale is granted an Event Permit for their Holiday Dingle Ball Fundraiser for Wicked Good Cause, to be held at the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, Washington Streeet, on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 8:00pm to 11:30pm, subject to the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that Mr. Paul Casale is granted an Event Permit for their Holiday Dingle Ball Fundraiser for Wicked Good Cause, to be held at the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, Washington Streeet, on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 8:00pm to 11:30pm, subject to the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Approve the 11/4/19 Selectmen's Minutes, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen approve the 11/4/19 Selectmen's Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen approve the 11/4/19 Selectmen's Minutes, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Adjourn
That the Board adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
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