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October 26, 2020
11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Theodore J. Flynn, David J. Madigan, Amy M. MacNab
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session for the following purposes: A) To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating...
Move we go into Executive Session for the following purposes: A) To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body regarding an appellate tax board case; B) To discuss 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; and C) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town regarding DPW contract negotiations, If the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, section 21, and that the Board will adjourn and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after the completion of this Executive Session. "Mr. Flynn, as Chair, declared the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss pending litigation; consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate; and collective bargaining, as to do so in an Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's strategizing and negotiating position."
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved Move we go into Executive Session for the following purposes: A) To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body regarding an appellate tax board case; B) To discuss 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; and C) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town regarding DPW contract negotiations, If the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, section 21, and that the Board will adjourn and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after the completion of this Executive Session. "Mr. Flynn, as Chair, declared the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss pending litigation; consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate; and collective bargaining, as to do so in an Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's strategizing and negotiating position." Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Adjourn the Executive Session reconvene in Open Session (at or around 7:00pm)
That at approximately 7:00PM, the Board of Selectmen adjourn the Executive Session reconvene in Open Session (at or around 7:00pm)
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that at approximately 7:00PM, the Board of Selectmen adjourn the Executive Session reconvene in Open Session (at or around 7:00pm). Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Pursuant to the vote taken under Article 1 of the Special Town Meeting held on August 1, 2020, to execute an Order of Taking and take by eminent domain, for open space, historic preservation,...
Pursuant to the vote taken under Article 1 of the Special Town Meeting held on August 1, 2020, to execute an Order of Taking and take by eminent domain, for open space, historic preservation, community housing, agricultural, water supply protection, rare species protection and/or passive recreation purposes, the five parcels of land on Temple Street owned by Pauline and Nathan Harrington, Trustees of Pauline M. Harrington 2003 Trust, and shown on a plan recorded with the Plymouth Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 63, Plan 484 as parcels "Lot 1A", "Lot 1B", "Parcel # 037- 022-002", "Parcel # 037-022-003", and "Parcel # 037-022-000", and to award $2,200,000.00 as damages for the taking
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved, pursuant to the vote taken under Article 1 of the Special Town Meeting held on August 1, 2020, to execute an Order of Taking and take by eminent domain, for open space, historic preservation, community housing, agricultural, water supply protection, rare species protection and/or passive recreation purposes, the five parcels of land on Temple Street owned by Pauline and Nathan Harrington, Trustees of Pauline M. Harrington 2003 Trust, and shown on a plan recorded with the Plymouth Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 63, Plan 484 as parcels "Lot 1A", "Lot 1B", "Parcel # 037- 022-002", "Parcel # 037-022-003", and "Parcel # 037-022-000", and to award $2,200,000.00 as damages for the taking. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Town of Duxbury DPW Employees, AFSCME, Council 93, Local 1700 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) regarding pay practices
That the Board of Selectmen accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Town of Duxbury DPW Employees, AFSCME, Council 93, Local 1700 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) regarding pay practices
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen accept the Settlement Agreement by and between the Town of Duxbury DPW Employees, AFSCME, Council 93, Local 1700 and the Town of Duxbury as presented (or amended) regarding pay practices. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Accept the proposed Blue Cross Blue Shield Retiree Medicare Supplemental Plans - MedEx II and Managed Blue for Seniors rates as presented (or amended)
That the Board of Selectmen accept the proposed Blue Cross Blue Shield Retiree Medicare Supplemental Plans - MedEx II and Managed Blue for Seniors rates as presented (or amended)
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen accept the proposed Blue Cross Blue Shield Retiree Medicare Supplemental Plans - MedEx II and Managed Blue for Seniors rates as presented (or amended). Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Approve the extended outdoor dining for The Oysterman, The Anchor, The Chestnut Street Grille, and Duxbury Pizza, for a period up to and until sixty (60) days after the end of the state of...
That the Board of Selectmen, as the Local Licensing Authorities, approve the extended outdoor dining for The Oysterman, The Anchor, The Chestnut Street Grille, and Duxbury Pizza, for a period up to and until sixty (60) days after the end of the state of emergency, in accordance with Governor Baker's Order of September 10, 2020 and the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC), and as a condition of this extension, all outdoor heaters are required to be permitted through the Duxbury Fire Department and tents are required to be permitted through the Building Inspector
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen, as the Local Licensing Authorities, approve the extended outdoor dining for The Oysterman, The Anchor, The Chestnut Street Grille, and Duxbury Pizza, for a period up to and until sixty (60) days after the end of the state of emergency, in accordance with Governor Baker's Order of September 10, 2020 and the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC), and as a condition of this extension, all outdoor heaters are required to be permitted through the Duxbury Fire Department and tents are required to be permitted through the Building Inspector. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Cail Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Appoint as follows: Shellfish Advisory Committee (Al Hoban-Chair) Gregory Morris Re-Appointment 06-30-23 Clint Watson Resignation We thank Mr. Watson for his service and wish him well
That the Board of Selectmen appoint as follows: Shellfish Advisory Committee (Al Hoban-Chair) Gregory Morris Re-Appointment 06-30-23 Clint Watson Resignation We thank Mr. Watson for his service and wish him well
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint as follows: Shellfish Advisory Committee (Al Hoban-Chair) Gregory Morris Re-Appointment 06-30-23 Clint Watson Resignation We thank Mr. Watson for his service and wish him well. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Approve the 10/19/20 Selectmen's Executive Session Minutes, as presented, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
That the Board of Selectmen approves the 10/19/20 Selectmen's Executive Session Minutes, as presented, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen approves the 10/19/20 Selectmen's Executive Session Minutes, as presented, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Approve the 10/19/20 Selectmen's Open Session Minutes, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen approves the 10/19/20 Selectmen's Open Session Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen approves the 10/19/20 Selectmen's Open Session Minutes, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of November
That the Board of Selectmen declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of November. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of November. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) the recreational harvesting of Soft Shelled Clams for the month of November. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D)
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of November. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of November. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) the recreational harvesting of Soft Shelled Clams for the month of November. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D) Seconded by Mr. Madigan. Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Adjourn
That at approximately 7:30PM, the Board of Selectmen adjourn
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that at approximately 7:30PM, the Board of Selectmen adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
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