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May 23, 2022
9 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Fernando Guitart, Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Michael McGee, Theodore J. Flynn, Amy M. MacNab
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Theodore J. Flynn arrived late (6:30pm).
Every vote, in order
They go into executive session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the...
They go into executive session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, 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 Selectboard will adjourn and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after completion of this Executive Session. "Mr. Guitart, as Chair, declared the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to the 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."
Yes: Fiorini, Guitart, MacNabThe roll call does not list Michael McGee. Theodore J. Flynn had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved they go into executive session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, 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 Selectboard will adjourn and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after completion of this Executive Session. "Mr. Guitart, as Chair, declared the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to the 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." Second by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Fiorini)
Adjourn the Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session at approximately 6:50pm
To adjourn the Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session at approximately 6:50pm
Yes: Fiorini, Flynn, Guitart, MacNabThe roll call does not list Michael McGee.
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to adjourn the Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session at approximately 6:50pm. Second by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Flynn-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Flynn)
Appoint the following members: Community Preservation Committee James Hunt, fill un-expired term FY23 Appointment 06-30-2024
That the Duxbury Selectboard appoint the following members: Community Preservation Committee James Hunt, fill un-expired term FY23 Appointment 06-30-2024
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Duxbury Selectboard appoint the following members: Community Preservation Committee James Hunt, fill un-expired term FY23 Appointment 06-30-2024 Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Mr. Craig Sander (Bay Farm Montessori Academy): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the social gathering of the Festival at the Farm on Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 12;30pm to 3:30pm,...
That Mr. Craig Sander, as a representative of the Bay Farm Montessori Academy, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the social gathering of the Festival at the Farm on Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 12;30pm to 3:30pm, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that Mr. Craig Sander, as a representative of the Bay Farm Montessori Academy, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the social gathering of the Festival at the Farm on Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 12;30pm to 3:30pm, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Mr. Paul Brogna (Duxbury Rotary Club): permission to hold their annual Duck Race on Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 9:00am to 2:00pm (approx..) in the Blue Fish River at Blue Fish Bridge...
That Mr. Paul Brogna, as representative of the Duxbury Rotary Club, is granted permission to hold their annual Duck Race on Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 9:00am to 2:00pm (approx..) in the Blue Fish River at Blue Fish Bridge located on Washington Street, contingent upon the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that Mr. Paul Brogna, as representative of the Duxbury Rotary Club, is granted permission to hold their annual Duck Race on Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 9:00am to 2:00pm (approx..) in the Blue Fish River at Blue Fish Bridge located on Washington Street, contingent upon the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, 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 Selectboard 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
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard 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 Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Accept the recommendation of the Highway Safety Advisory Committee to reduce the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph along the full length of Bay Ridge Lane and Bayview Road, as they find this road...
That the Selectboard vote to accept the recommendation of the Highway Safety Advisory Committee to reduce the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph along the full length of Bay Ridge Lane and Bayview Road, as they find this road meets the criteria as allowed by Section 193 of Chapter 218 of the Acts of 2016 under Chapter 90, Section 17C, and further to authorize the Chair to sign and send notice of action to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
Yes: Fiorini, Guitart, MacNab, McGeeNo: Flynn
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote to accept the recommendation of the Highway Safety Advisory Committee to reduce the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph along the full length of Bay Ridge Lane and Bayview Road, as they find this road meets the criteria as allowed by Section 193 of Chapter 218 of the Acts of 2016 under Chapter 90, Section 17C, and further to authorize the Chair to sign and send notice of action to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT). Seconded by Ms. MacNab _ Vote: 4:1:0 (Mr. Flynn voted nay).” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Request the Highway Safety Advisory Committee explore an appropriate Town Wide Speed limit, except as otherwise posted, and report to the Selectboard
That the Selectboard vote to request the Highway Safety Advisory Committee explore an appropriate Town Wide Speed limit, except as otherwise posted, and report to the Selectboard
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote to request the Highway Safety Advisory Committee explore an appropriate Town Wide Speed limit, except as otherwise posted, and report to the Selectboard. Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Adjourn at approximately 8:55pm
That the Selectboard adjourn at approximately 8:55pm
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard adjourn at approximately 8:55pm. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, 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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