MassVoter.com← Duxbury Select BoardDuxbury Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
November 16, 2020
14 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
Open the public hearing regarding Comcast's Cable Television Contract Renewal
That the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Comcast's Cable Television Contract Renewal
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Comcast's Cable Television Contract Renewal. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Close the public hearing
That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Open the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
That the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing regarding Tax Classification. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Adopt a single tax rate for FY2021 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 FY2021 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
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen vote to adopt a single tax rate for FY2021 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 Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Close the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing regarding Tax Classification
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing regarding Tax Classification. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Accept the employment contract commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2022 with Kevin Nord, Fire Chief, as presented (or amended)
That the Board of Selectmen accept the employment contract commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2022 with Kevin Nord, Fire Chief, as presented (or amended)
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen accept the employment contract commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2022 with Kevin Nord, Fire Chief, as presented (or amended). Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Renew the following liquor licenses as presented on the attached list for the year 2021, subject to satisfactory inspections by the Municipal Services Department, Board of Health, and Fire...
That the Board of Selectmen renew the following liquor licenses as presented on the attached list for the year 2021, 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
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen renew the following liquor licenses as presented on the attached list for the year 2021, 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 Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, 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, 2021 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, 2021 will be 17,912 (Current population of 16,414 plus an estimated increased summer population of 1,498 =17,912)
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab 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, 2021 will be 17,912 (Current population of 16,414 plus an estimated increased summer population of 1,498 =17,912). Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Adjourn the meeting as Selectmen in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioners, with the intent of re-convening as Selectmen afterward
That the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting as Selectmen in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioners, with the intent of re-convening as Selectmen afterward
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting as Selectmen in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioners, with the intent of re-convening as Selectmen afterward. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Rescind their vote of November 9, 2020 and instruct the Treasurer to collect the following amount for water and sewer usage charges totaling $1,037,989.18 for Water and Sewer Commitment #2 of FY21
That the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners rescind their vote of November 9, 2020 and instruct the Treasurer to collect the following amount for water and sewer usage charges totaling $1,037,989.18 for Water and Sewer Commitment #2 of FY21
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners rescind their vote of November 9, 2020 and instruct the Treasurer to collect the following amount for water and sewer usage charges totaling $1,037,989.18 for Water and Sewer Commitment #2 of FY21. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as Selectmen
That the Board adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as Selectmen
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as Selectmen. Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Appoint as follows: Shellfish Advisory Committee (Al Hoban-Chair) Term Expires Nick Bates Appointment 06/30/23 Peter Dalton Appointment 06/30/23
That the Board of Selectmen appoint as follows: Shellfish Advisory Committee (Al Hoban-Chair) Term Expires Nick Bates Appointment 06/30/23 Peter Dalton Appointment 06/30/23
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint as follows: Shellfish Advisory Committee (Al Hoban-Chair) Term Expires Nick Bates Appointment 06/30/23 Peter Dalton Appointment 06/30/23 Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: 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 DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial...
That the Board of Selectmen declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) the recreational harvesting of Soft Shelled Clams for the month of DECEMBER. 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 DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) the recreational harvesting of Soft Shelled Clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D) Seconded by Mr. Madigan Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Madigan-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Madigan)
Adjourn
That at approximately 8:23 PM, the Board of Selectmen adjourn
From the minutes
“Ms, MacNab moved that at approximately 8:23 PM, 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)
From the Duxbury Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town website. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: stills from The Local Seen (Duxbury’s local cable) candidate videos (Amy MacNab 2022; Fernando Guitart and Cynthia Ladd Fiorini 2024; Brian Glennon and Michael McGee 2026). Former members show initials.
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