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May 24, 2021
11 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Amy M. MacNab, Fernando Guitart, Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Theodore J. Flynn, Michael McGee
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Cynthia Ladd Fiorini was absent for the executive session at the start of the meeting.
- Cynthia Ladd Fiorini arrived late.
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session for the purpose of: Discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (6 Kingstown Way), since an open meeting may have a detrimental...
We go into Executive Session for the purpose of: Discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (6 Kingstown Way), 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. "Ms. MacNab, as Chair, declared that the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to 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 bargaining, strategizing and negotiating position."
Cynthia Ladd Fiorini had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved we go into Executive Session for the purpose of: Discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (6 Kingstown Way), 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. "Ms. MacNab, as Chair, declared that the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to 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 bargaining, strategizing and negotiating position." Seconded by Mr. Flynn - Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Flynn)
Adjourn Executive Session and to reconvene in Open Session at or about 7:00pm
To adjourn Executive Session and to reconvene in Open Session at or about 7:00pm
Cynthia Ladd Fiorini had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved to adjourn Executive Session and to reconvene in Open Session at or about 7:00pm. Seconded by Mr. Flynn - Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Flynn)
Open the public hearing
That the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Close the public hearing
That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Execute the certification letter regarding the property located at 761 Temple Street required by Locke Lord LLP, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen execute the certification letter regarding the property located at 761 Temple Street required by Locke Lord LLP, as presented
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen execute the certification letter regarding the property located at 761 Temple Street required by Locke Lord LLP, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Declare as surplus the following DPW vehicles: 1. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado VIN#1GBJK34618E207384 Plate M1292A (Cemetery) 2. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado VIN #1GCGTBFE7C8157485 Plate M87313 (Cemetery)...
To declare as surplus the following DPW vehicles: 1. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado VIN#1GBJK34618E207384 Plate M1292A (Cemetery) 2. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado VIN #1GCGTBFE7C8157485 Plate M87313 (Cemetery) 3. 2009 Peterbilt VIN# 2NPNHM6X99M783726 Plate M76925 (LN&R) 4. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado VIN#1GBJK342X5E299104 Plate M95567 (Highway) 5. 2010 Ford Explorer VIN#1FMEU7DE8AUA48599 Plate 7NF320 (old PD) in order to allow these items to be disposed of, sold, auctioned or donated, all in accordance with M.G.L. c.30b and the Town's rules and regulations, with proceeds to go to the General Fund
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved to declare as surplus the following DPW vehicles: 1. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado VIN#1GBJK34618E207384 Plate M1292A (Cemetery) 2. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado VIN #1GCGTBFE7C8157485 Plate M87313 (Cemetery) 3. 2009 Peterbilt VIN# 2NPNHM6X99M783726 Plate M76925 (LN&R) 4. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado VIN#1GBJK342X5E299104 Plate M95567 (Highway) 5. 2010 Ford Explorer VIN#1FMEU7DE8AUA48599 Plate 7NF320 (old PD) in order to allow these items to be disposed of, sold, auctioned or donated, all in accordance with M.G.L. c.30b and the Town's rules and regulations, with proceeds to go to the General Fund. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Appoint the following to the Diversity, Equity and Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2022: Name Title Representing Fernando Guitart Board of Selectmen Vice Chair One (1) Board of...
That the Board of Selectmen appoint the following to the Diversity, Equity and Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2022: Name Title Representing Fernando Guitart Board of Selectmen Vice Chair One (1) Board of Selectmen Member Shannon Moesaa | School Committee Chair One (1) School Committee Member Martha Dennison Library Board of Trustees Vice One (1) Library Department Member Chair Dr. John Antonucci Superintendent of Schools One (1) School Administration Member Jeannie Horne Human Resources Director One (1) Town Administration Member Joanne Moore Council on Aging Director One (1) Council on Aging Department Member Valarie Massard Planning Director One (1) Planning Department Member Friend Weiler Police Sergeant One (1) Police Department Member Rev. Dr. Catherine Interfaith Council President One (1) Duxbury Interfaith Cullen Council Member Karen Wong Duxbury for All Steering Committee | One (1) Duxbury For All Member Member Mark Prince Assistant Principal and Leadership One (1) of Three (3) At- Development Coach for the Center _| Large Members for Leadership and Education Equity (both in Rhode Island) Alexander See Retired lawyer, educator, non-profit | One (1) of Three (3) At- developer and congressional staff Large Members Caitlan Sheehan Teacher and Co-Chair of School One (1) of Three (3) At- Anti-Racism Committee (both in Large Members Duxbury)
Yes: Fiorini, Flynn, MacNab, McGeeAbstained: Guitart
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint the following to the Diversity, Equity and Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2022: Name Title Representing Fernando Guitart Board of Selectmen Vice Chair One (1) Board of Selectmen Member Shannon Moesaa | School Committee Chair One (1) School Committee Member Martha Dennison Library Board of Trustees Vice One (1) Library Department Member Chair Dr. John Antonucci Superintendent of Schools One (1) School Administration Member Jeannie Horne Human Resources Director One (1) Town Administration Member Joanne Moore Council on Aging Director One (1) Council on Aging Department Member Valarie Massard Planning Director One (1) Planning Department Member Friend Weiler Police Sergeant One (1) Police Department Member Rev. Dr. Catherine Interfaith Council President One (1) Duxbury Interfaith Cullen Council Member Karen Wong Duxbury for All Steering Committee | One (1) Duxbury For All Member Member Mark Prince Assistant Principal and Leadership One (1) of Three (3) At- Development Coach for the Center _| Large Members for Leadership and Education Equity (both in Rhode Island) Alexander See Retired lawyer, educator, non-profit | One (1) of Three (3) At- developer and congressional staff Large Members Caitlan Sheehan Teacher and Co-Chair of School One (1) of Three (3) At- Anti-Racism Committee (both in Large Members Duxbury) Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye (Mr. Guitart abstained).” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Re-appoint the following to serve on the Fourth of July Committee (FY22) for terms to expire as of April 30, 2022: Chris Barry, Freeman ("Bo") Boynton III, Barbara Cleary, Tracey Fitzpatrick, Katy...
That the Board of Selectmen re-appoint the following to serve on the Fourth of July Committee (FY22) for terms to expire as of April 30, 2022: Chris Barry, Freeman ("Bo") Boynton III, Barbara Cleary, Tracey Fitzpatrick, Katy Gaenicke, Jeff Goldman, Amy Hill, Brian Hill, Jamie MacNab (Co-Chair), Nancy Reed, Janet Ritch, Dave Robinson, Stuart A. Ruggles (Co-Chair), Janet Skaggs, and Mickey White
Yes: Fiorini, Flynn, Guitart, McGeeAbstained: MacNab
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen re-appoint the following to serve on the Fourth of July Committee (FY22) for terms to expire as of April 30, 2022: Chris Barry, Freeman ("Bo") Boynton III, Barbara Cleary, Tracey Fitzpatrick, Katy Gaenicke, Jeff Goldman, Amy Hill, Brian Hill, Jamie MacNab (Co-Chair), Nancy Reed, Janet Ritch, Dave Robinson, Stuart A. Ruggles (Co-Chair), Janet Skaggs, and Mickey White Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye; (Ms. MacNab-abstained).” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Approve the 3/29/21, 5/10/21, and 5/15/21 Selectmen's Open Session minutes, as presented and amended
That the Board of Selectmen approve the 3/29/21, 5/10/21, and 5/15/21 Selectmen's Open Session minutes, as presented and amended
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen approve the 3/29/21, 5/10/21, and 5/15/21 Selectmen's Open Session minutes, as presented and amended. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of JUNE. 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 JUNE. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of JUNE. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) the recreational harvesting of Soft Shelled Clams for the month of JUNE. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D)
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) the commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of JUNE. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) the commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of JUNE. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) the recreational harvesting of Soft Shelled Clams for the month of JUNE. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D) Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Adjourn
That at approximately 9:10pm, the Board of Selectmen adjourn
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that at approximately 9:10pm, the Board of Selectmen adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Flynn-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
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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