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February 14, 2022
24 recorded votes, 15 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:
- Michael McGee arrived late (approx. 7:10pm).
Every vote, in order
Re-open the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
That the Board of Selectmen re-open the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Michael McGee had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen re-open the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article 4 - Funding of Salaries - edits/amendments as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article 4 - Funding of Salaries - edits/amendments as presented
Michael McGee had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article 4 - Funding of Salaries - edits/amendments as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article 17 - Design and Survey to Establish Existing Conditions and layout of Washington Street for future Sidewalks - edits/amendments...
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article 17 - Design and Survey to Establish Existing Conditions and layout of Washington Street for future Sidewalks - edits/amendments as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article 17 - Design and Survey to Establish Existing Conditions and layout of Washington Street for future Sidewalks - edits/amendments as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
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
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini 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. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
1) approve an additional sewer flow allocation for 449 Washington Street of 300 GPD for a total allocation of 774 GPD and 2) to determine and set the cost of the purchase of additional sewer flow...
That the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners 1) approve an additional sewer flow allocation for 449 Washington Street of 300 GPD for a total allocation of 774 GPD and 2) to determine and set the cost of the purchase of additional sewer flow allocation
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners 1) approve an additional sewer flow allocation for 449 Washington Street of 300 GPD for a total allocation of 774 GPD and 2) to determine and set the cost of the purchase of additional sewer flow allocation. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
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
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms, Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as Selectmen. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #4 regarding Funding of Salaries, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #4 regarding Funding of Salaries, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #4 regarding Funding of Salaries, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #5 regarding Operating Budget, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #5 regarding Operating Budget, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #5 regarding Operating Budget, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend to Indefinitely Postpone the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #8 regarding Electronic Balloting, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend to Indefinitely Postpone the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #8 regarding Electronic Balloting, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend to Indefinitely Postpone the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #8 regarding Electronic Balloting, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #11 regarding the Funding of Engineering, Design Work and Construction related to the Proposed Department of Public Works...
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #11 regarding the Funding of Engineering, Design Work and Construction related to the Proposed Department of Public Works Facility, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #11 regarding the Funding of Engineering, Design Work and Construction related to the Proposed Department of Public Works Facility, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #17 regarding Design and Survey to Establish Existing Conditions and Layout of Washington Street for Future Sidewalks , as...
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #17 regarding Design and Survey to Establish Existing Conditions and Layout of Washington Street for Future Sidewalks , as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #17 regarding Design and Survey to Establish Existing Conditions and Layout of Washington Street for Future Sidewalks , as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #22 regarding Proposed Amendment to the General Bylaws Related to Fence View Fees, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #22 regarding Proposed Amendment to the General Bylaws Related to Fence View Fees, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #22 regarding Proposed Amendment to the General Bylaws Related to Fence View Fees, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye,; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend to Indefinitely Postpone the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #26 regarding the Transfer of Town-Owned Land to the Duxbury Affordable Housing Trust - Lincoln...
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend to Indefinitely Postpone the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #26 regarding the Transfer of Town-Owned Land to the Duxbury Affordable Housing Trust - Lincoln Street, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeThe roll call names Cynthia Ladd Fiorini but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend to Indefinitely Postpone the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article #26 regarding the Transfer of Town-Owned Land to the Duxbury Affordable Housing Trust - Lincoln Street, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini; Mr. McGee-Aye and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Article #5 regarding the Capital Stabilization Fund, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Article #5 regarding the Capital Stabilization Fund, as presented
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Article #5 regarding the Capital Stabilization Fund, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Article #6 regarding Appropriate Funds for Prior Years Overlay, as presented
That the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Article #6 regarding Appropriate Funds for Prior Years Overlay, as presented
Yes: Fiorini, Flynn, Guitart, McGeeAbstained: MacNab
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen support and recommend the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Article #6 regarding Appropriate Funds for Prior Years Overlay, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye (Ms. MacNab abstained).” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Close the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
That the Board of Selectmen close the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen close the March 12, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Close the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Warrant
That the Board of Selectmen close the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen close the March 12, 2022 Special Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Pursue counsel to advocate on our behalf with the Attorney General's office as well as on our own to enforce the laws of the Commonwealth and to protect Duxbury's interest with respect to Holtec's...
That the Board of Selectmen pursue counsel to advocate on our behalf with the Attorney General's office as well as on our own to enforce the laws of the Commonwealth and to protect Duxbury's interest with respect to Holtec's potential discharge of one million gallons into Duxbury Harbor and the handling of their dry cask storage
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Board of Selectmen pursue counsel to advocate on our behalf with the Attorney General's office as well as on our own to enforce the laws of the Commonwealth and to protect Duxbury's interest with respect to Holtec's potential discharge of one million gallons into Duxbury Harbor and the handling of their dry cask storage. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Appoint the following new/re-appointed members and also recognize the following resignations: Board / Committee Appointment/Re-appointment/Resignation Term Design Review Board Gil Martin FY22...
That the Selectmen appoint the following new/re-appointed members and also recognize the following resignations: Board / Committee Appointment/Re-appointment/Resignation Term Design Review Board Gil Martin FY22 Appointment 06-30-2023 Lauren Sirois FY22 Appointment 06-30-2023 Judith Hall Resignation** 06-30-2022 Duxbury Bay Management Sam Davenport FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2024 Dax Guenther FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2024 Mackenzie Thompson FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2024 Jon McGrath FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2023 Economic Advisory Committee Clark Hinkley Resignation** 06-30-2023 Highway Safety Advisory Committee Matthew Kent (fill unexpired term) FY22 Appointment 06-30-2023 Historical Commission Brendan Wall (fill unexpired term) FY22 Appointment 06-30-2024 ** We thank all committee members for their service and wish them well**
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectmen appoint the following new/re-appointed members and also recognize the following resignations: Board / Committee Appointment/Re-appointment/Resignation Term Design Review Board Gil Martin FY22 Appointment 06-30-2023 Lauren Sirois FY22 Appointment 06-30-2023 Judith Hall Resignation** 06-30-2022 Duxbury Bay Management Sam Davenport FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2024 Dax Guenther FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2024 Mackenzie Thompson FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2024 Jon McGrath FY22 Re-Appointment 06-30-2023 Economic Advisory Committee Clark Hinkley Resignation** 06-30-2023 Highway Safety Advisory Committee Matthew Kent (fill unexpired term) FY22 Appointment 06-30-2023 Historical Commission Brendan Wall (fill unexpired term) FY22 Appointment 06-30-2024 ** We thank all committee members for their service and wish them well** Seconded by Mr. Flynn - Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Grant to Mr. Richard Marble II (Snug Harbor Wine): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Wine Tasting Class, on Thursday February 17, 2022 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, at the Mix It Up Kitchen Cooking...
Mr. Richard Marble II, as a representative of Snug Harbor Wine, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Wine Tasting Class, on Thursday February 17, 2022 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, at the Mix It Up Kitchen Cooking School located at 19 Depot Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved Mr. Richard Marble II, as a representative of Snug Harbor Wine, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Wine Tasting Class, on Thursday February 17, 2022 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, at the Mix It Up Kitchen Cooking School located at 19 Depot Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Grant to Ms. Anne Marie Winchester (South Shore Race Management): permission to hold the 3"! Annual Duxbury Fitness SK Road Race in Duxbury on Sunday, June 5, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM,...
That Ms. Anne Marie Winchester, as a representative of the South Shore Race Management, LLC, is granted permission to hold the 3"! Annual Duxbury Fitness SK Road Race in Duxbury on Sunday, June 5, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that Ms. Anne Marie Winchester, as a representative of the South Shore Race Management, LLC, is granted permission to hold the 3"! Annual Duxbury Fitness SK Road Race in Duxbury on Sunday, June 5, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Greater New England Chapter) is granted permission to conduct a portion of their annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride in the Town of Duxbury on Saturday,...
That the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Greater New England Chapter) is granted permission to conduct a portion of their annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride in the Town of Duxbury on Saturday, June 25, 2022, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Greater New England Chapter) is granted permission to conduct a portion of their annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride in the Town of Duxbury on Saturday, June 25, 2022, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Approve the 01/31/2022 Selectmen's Open Session Minutes, as presented
To approve the 01/31/2022 Selectmen's Open Session Minutes, as presented
Yes: Flynn, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeAbstained: Fiorini
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved to approve the 01/31/2022 Selectmen's Open Session Minutes, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-Aye (Ms. Ladd Fiorini abstained.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Flynn)
Adjourn at approximately 9:35pm
That the Board of Selectmen adjourn at approximately 9:35pm
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Board of Selectmen adjourn at approximately 9:35pm. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. Flynn-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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