MassVoter.com← Duxbury Select BoardDuxbury Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
March 9, 2020
13 recorded votes, 1 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 for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, regarding 761 Temple Street, since an open meeting may have a...
That we go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, regarding 761 Temple Street, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the strategizing and negotiating position of the Town, 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 to discuss consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate, as to do so in an Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's strategizing and negotiating position
The minutes list Theodore J. Flynn as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that we go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, regarding 761 Temple Street, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the strategizing and negotiating position of the Town, 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 to discuss consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate, as to do so in an Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's strategizing and negotiating position. Mr. Flynn seconded the motion. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Flynn)
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)
Approve and authorize the expenditure of funds as designated by the Duxbury Affordable Housing Trust as it relates to the property located at 761 Temple Street
That the Board of Selectmen approve and authorize the expenditure of funds as designated by the Duxbury Affordable Housing Trust as it relates to the property located at 761 Temple Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen approve and authorize the expenditure of funds as designated by the Duxbury Affordable Housing Trust as it relates to the property located at 761 Temple Street. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Pursuant to the vote taken under Article 2 of the September 6, 2018 Special Town Meeting, to take by eminent domain permanent easements in the parcels of land shown on a plan recorded with the...
That the Board of Selectmen, pursuant to the vote taken under Article 2 of the September 6, 2018 Special Town Meeting, to take by eminent domain permanent easements in the parcels of land shown on a plan recorded with the Plymouth Registry of Deeds in Book 39, Page 360 for seawall maintenance purposes, as set forth more particularly in the Order of Taking signed of even date herewith, with no damages being awarded for said taking
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen, pursuant to the vote taken under Article 2 of the September 6, 2018 Special Town Meeting, to take by eminent domain permanent easements in the parcels of land shown on a plan recorded with the Plymouth Registry of Deeds in Book 39, Page 360 for seawall maintenance purposes, as set forth more particularly in the Order of Taking signed of even date herewith, with no damages being awarded for said taking. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Support 2020 ATM Article #6 - Capital Budget in the amounts of $2,343,781 for General Fund and $296,161 for Water Enterprise Fund, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support 2020 ATM Article #6 - Capital Budget in the amounts of $2,343,781 for General Fund and $296,161 for Water Enterprise Fund, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen support 2020 ATM Article #6 - Capital Budget in the amounts of $2,343,781 for General Fund and $296,161 for Water Enterprise Fund, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Support 2020 ATM Article #18 - Powder Point Bridge Repairs in the amount of $435,000, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support 2020 ATM Article #18 - Powder Point Bridge Repairs in the amount of $435,000, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen support 2020 ATM Article #18 - Powder Point Bridge Repairs in the amount of $435,000, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Indefinitely Postpone Article 20 - proposed lease between the Town of Duxbury and Alden Kindred of America, Inc
To Indefinitely Postpone Article 20 - proposed lease between the Town of Duxbury and Alden Kindred of America, Inc
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved to Indefinitely Postpone Article 20 - proposed lease between the Town of Duxbury and Alden Kindred of America, Inc. Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Support Article 25 - Amend Zoning By-laws: Move Uses to Use Table, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen supports Article 25 - Amend Zoning By-laws: Move Uses to Use Table, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen supports Article 25 - Amend Zoning By-laws: Move Uses to Use Table, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Indefinitely Postpone Article 26 - Amend Zoning By-laws: Administrative Cleanup and Current Zoning Maps, as presented
To Indefinitely Postpone Article 26 - Amend Zoning By-laws: Administrative Cleanup and Current Zoning Maps, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved to Indefinitely Postpone Article 26 - Amend Zoning By-laws: Administrative Cleanup and Current Zoning Maps, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Grant to Mr. Ted Lawson: a One-Day All Alcoholic License for their Donor Appreciation Party to be held at DBMS, 457 Washington Street, on Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, subject to...
That Mr. Ted Lawson, Executive Director of the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, is granted a One-Day All Alcoholic License for their Donor Appreciation Party to be held at DBMS, 457 Washington Street, on Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, subject to the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that Mr. Ted Lawson, Executive Director of the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, is granted a One-Day All Alcoholic License for their Donor Appreciation Party to be held at DBMS, 457 Washington Street, on Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, subject to the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Grant to Mr. Gary Williamson: permission to hold Duxbury Youth Baseball's Opening Day event on Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 10:00am to 2:00pm (approx.) at Train Field located on Alden Street,...
That Mr. Gary Williamson, as the President of Duxbury Youth Baseball, is granted permission to hold Duxbury Youth Baseball's Opening Day event on Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 10:00am to 2:00pm (approx.) at Train Field located on Alden Street, subject to the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that Mr. Gary Williamson, as the President of Duxbury Youth Baseball, is granted permission to hold Duxbury Youth Baseball's Opening Day event on Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 10:00am to 2:00pm (approx.) at Train Field located on Alden Street, subject to the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Approve the 2/18/20 and 2/24/20 Selectmen's Minutes, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen approve the 2/18/20 and 2/24/20 Selectmen's Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen approve the 2/18/20 and 2/24/20 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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