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July 25, 2022
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Fernando Guitart, Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Michael McGee, Amy M. MacNab, Theodore J. Flynn
Absent: None
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 (Conservation Department), since an open meeting may have a...
They go into executive session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Conservation Department), 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. "
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved they go into executive session for the purpose of discussing consideration of the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Conservation Department), 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. " Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mr. Guitart-aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-aye; Mr. Flynn-aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Adjourn the meeting as the Selectboard in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioner, with the intent or reconvening as Selectboard afterward
That the Selectboard adjourn the meeting as the Selectboard in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioner, with the intent or reconvening as Selectboard afterward
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard adjourn the meeting as the Selectboard in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioner, with the intent or reconvening as Selectboard afterward. Seconded by Ms. MacNab _ Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Due to the drought conditions and in order to maintain our water supply for domestic use and fire protection, the Water & Sewer Commissioners approve mandatory outside watering restrictions...
That due to the drought conditions and in order to maintain our water supply for domestic use and fire protection, the Water & Sewer Commissioners approve mandatory outside watering restrictions effective until such time that our withdrawal permit allows or the State deems otherwise. All households are restricted to conduct outdoor watering to ONE day per week. All outdoor watering is to be done before 9AM and after 9PM The use of a hand-held hose is allowed any day of the week when mandatory restrictions are in place. The hose must be equipped with an automatic shut off style device which would stop the water from flowing if the person were to walk away or drop the hose. RAIN SENSORS MUST BE INSTALLED AND USED ON ALL IRRIGATION SYSTEMS. *** VIOLATORS WILL BE FINED $50 FOR THE FIRST OFFENSE AND $100 PER DAY FOR EACH ADDITIONAL OFFENSE*** YOUR FULL COOPERATION IS REQUIRED TO HELP AVOID A TOTAL BAN ON OUTDOOR WATER USE
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that due to the drought conditions and in order to maintain our water supply for domestic use and fire protection, the Water & Sewer Commissioners approve mandatory outside watering restrictions effective until such time that our withdrawal permit allows or the State deems otherwise. All households are restricted to conduct outdoor watering to ONE day per week. All outdoor watering is to be done before 9AM and after 9PM The use of a hand-held hose is allowed any day of the week when mandatory restrictions are in place. The hose must be equipped with an automatic shut off style device which would stop the water from flowing if the person were to walk away or drop the hose. RAIN SENSORS MUST BE INSTALLED AND USED ON ALL IRRIGATION SYSTEMS. *** VIOLATORS WILL BE FINED $50 FOR THE FIRST OFFENSE AND $100 PER DAY FOR EACH ADDITIONAL OFFENSE*** YOUR FULL COOPERATION IS REQUIRED TO HELP AVOID A TOTAL BAN ON OUTDOOR WATER USE. Seconded by Ms. MacNab _ Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Direct either of the Constables of the Town of Duxbury to notify and warn inhabitants of Duxbury who are qualified to vote in the State Primary Election to vote All Precincts at the Lt
That the Selectboard directs either of the Constables of the Town of Duxbury to notify and warn inhabitants of Duxbury who are qualified to vote in the State Primary Election to vote All Precincts at the Lt. Timothy J. Steele Athletic Building, 130 St. George Street, Duxbury, Massachusetts on Tuesday, the 6"" Day of September, 2022 from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard directs either of the Constables of the Town of Duxbury to notify and warn inhabitants of Duxbury who are qualified to vote in the State Primary Election to vote All Precincts at the Lt. Timothy J. Steele Athletic Building, 130 St. George Street, Duxbury, Massachusetts on Tuesday, the 6"" Day of September, 2022 from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Seconded by Ms. Macnab _ Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Set the hours for in-person Early Voting for the September 6"" State Primary and November 8" State Election as presented by the Town Clerk
That the Selectboard vote to set the hours for in-person Early Voting for the September 6"" State Primary and November 8" State Election as presented by the Town Clerk
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote to set the hours for in-person Early Voting for the September 6"" State Primary and November 8" State Election as presented by the Town Clerk. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Vote, per the recently passed VOTES Act, Section 72 of Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2022, to assign a sufficient number of police officers at the polling location on September 6, 2022 to preserve...
That the Selectboard vote, per the recently passed VOTES Act, Section 72 of Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2022, to assign a sufficient number of police officers at the polling location on September 6, 2022 to preserve order and to aid in enforcing the laws relating to elections, and further, to vote to designate the Police Chief and his/her designee as the appointing authority of police details for all elections, assigning specific police officers according to scheduling and availability
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote, per the recently passed VOTES Act, Section 72 of Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2022, to assign a sufficient number of police officers at the polling location on September 6, 2022 to preserve order and to aid in enforcing the laws relating to elections, and further, to vote to designate the Police Chief and his/her designee as the appointing authority of police details for all elections, assigning specific police officers according to scheduling and availability. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Recognize the following appointments/re- appointments/resignations: Council On the Aging Dwight Shepherd (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Kathy Capraro (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025...
That the Selectboard recognize the following appointments/re- appointments/resignations: Council On the Aging Dwight Shepherd (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Kathy Capraro (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Leslie McCarthy (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Frederick VonBargen (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard recognize the following appointments/re- appointments/resignations: Council On the Aging Dwight Shepherd (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Kathy Capraro (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Leslie McCarthy (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Frederick VonBargen (T-2) FY23 Re-Appointment 06-30-2025 Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Ms. Desiree Mobed (Alden Kindred of America): a One-Day All Alcoholic License for their Alden Reunion Dinner, on Friday August 5, 2022 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, at the Alden House Historic...
That Ms. Desiree Mobed, as a representative of the Alden Kindred of America, Inc., is granted a One-Day All Alcoholic License for their Alden Reunion Dinner, on Friday August 5, 2022 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, at the Alden House Historic site, 105 Alden Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the licenses
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved That Ms. Desiree Mobed, as a representative of the Alden Kindred of America, Inc., is granted a One-Day All Alcoholic License for their Alden Reunion Dinner, on Friday August 5, 2022 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, at the Alden House Historic site, 105 Alden Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the licenses. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Ms. Lydia Witter (Outstanding in the Field): a One-Day Wine and Malt License for a dinner event to be held at the property of Charles J. Husk, 160 Marshall Street, Duxbury, MA on...
That Ms. Lydia Witter, as a representative of Outstanding in the Field, is granted a One-Day Wine and Malt License for a dinner event to be held at the property of Charles J. Husk, 160 Marshall Street, Duxbury, MA on Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved That Ms. Lydia Witter, as a representative of Outstanding in the Field, is granted a One-Day Wine and Malt License for a dinner event to be held at the property of Charles J. Husk, 160 Marshall Street, Duxbury, MA on Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Approve the 06/17/22 Selectboard's Open Session Minutes, as presented
To approve the 06/17/22 Selectboard's Open Session Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved to approve the 06/17/22 Selectboard's Open Session Minutes, as presented. 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 AUGUST. 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 AUGUST. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of AUGUST. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C)
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 AUGUST. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of AUGUST. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Adjourn at approximately 9:05pm
That the Board of Selectmen adjourn at approximately 9:05pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved that the Board of Selectmen adjourn at approximately 9:05pm. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, 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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