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January 23, 2023
21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Michael McGee, Theodore J. Flynn, Amy M. MacNab
Absent: Fernando Guitart
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session for the following purposes: Discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining (DPW) since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating and...
That we go into Executive Session for the following purposes: Discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining (DPW) since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating and bargaining position of the Town; and if the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, section 21, and that the Board will adjourn and re- convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after completion of this Executive Session. "As Vice Chair, Ms. Ladd Fiorini declared that the necessity for an Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations 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 that we go into Executive Session for the following purposes: Discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining (DPW) since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating and bargaining position of the Town; and if the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, section 21, and that the Board will adjourn and re- convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after completion of this Executive Session. "As Vice Chair, Ms. Ladd Fiorini declared that the necessity for an Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations 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: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Mr. Flynn-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Adjourn the Executive Session and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm
That the Selectboard adjourn the Executive Session and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard adjourn the Executive Session and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Mr. Flynn-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Vote the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Town of Duxbury and the Duxbury DPW Employees, AFSME 93, Local 1700, as presented, or amended
That the Selectboard vote the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Town of Duxbury and the Duxbury DPW Employees, AFSME 93, Local 1700, as presented, or amended
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Town of Duxbury and the Duxbury DPW Employees, AFSME 93, Local 1700, as presented, or amended. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Approve and execute a letter of support to the Mass Cultural Council for their consideration of the Alden Kindred of America's grant request for the FY23 Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund
That the Selectboard approve and execute a letter of support to the Mass Cultural Council for their consideration of the Alden Kindred of America's grant request for the FY23 Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund
Yes: Fiorini, Flynn, McGeeThe minutes say Amy M. MacNab recused (stepped aside), and the vote record lists Amy M. MacNab as recused. Amy M. MacNab stepped aside (recused) and did not vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard approve and execute a letter of support to the Mass Cultural Council for their consideration of the Alden Kindred of America's grant request for the FY23 Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 3:0:1 (Ms. MacNab recused herself).” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 1
That the Selectboard vote to add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 1. Shall the Town of Duxbury amend its acceptance of Sections 3 to 7, inclusive of Chapter 44B of the General Laws, otherwise known as the Community Preservation Act, as approved by its legislative body, from 1% to 3% as voted by the October 17, 2022 Special Town Meeting?
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote to add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 1. Shall the Town of Duxbury amend its acceptance of Sections 3 to 7, inclusive of Chapter 44B of the General Laws, otherwise known as the Community Preservation Act, as approved by its legislative body, from 1% to 3% as voted by the October 17, 2022 Special Town Meeting? Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 2
That the Selectboard vote to add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 2. Shall the Town of Duxbury be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued for the design, permitting and construction of the Duxbury Beach Nourishment Project and any and all costs incidental or related thereto?
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote to add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 2. Shall the Town of Duxbury be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued for the design, permitting and construction of the Duxbury Beach Nourishment Project and any and all costs incidental or related thereto? Seconded by Mr. Flynn - Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 3
That the Selectboard vote to add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 3. Shall the Town of Duxbury be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued for the engineering, design, permitting and construction of the Duxbury Beach Seawall and any and all costs incidental or related thereto?
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard vote to add the following ballot question to the Annual Town Elections on Saturday, March 25, 2023: 3. Shall the Town of Duxbury be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued for the engineering, design, permitting and construction of the Duxbury Beach Seawall and any and all costs incidental or related thereto? Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Close the March 11, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
That the Selectboard close the March 11, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard close the March 11, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Submit the Citizens' Petition article regarding the proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw regarding bed and breakfast uses to the Planning Board for their review and recommendations for...
That the Selectboard submit the Citizens' Petition article regarding the proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw regarding bed and breakfast uses to the Planning Board for their review and recommendations for presentation to the voters at the Special Town Meeting generated by this petition, date of which will be Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 7:00pm
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard submit the Citizens' Petition article regarding the proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw regarding bed and breakfast uses to the Planning Board for their review and recommendations for presentation to the voters at the Special Town Meeting generated by this petition, date of which will be Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 7:00pm. Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Provide in writing their comments to MassHousing regarding the proposed Windsor at Millbrook Village 40B project located at 50 Railroad Ave, as amended
That the Selectboard provide in writing their comments to MassHousing regarding the proposed Windsor at Millbrook Village 40B project located at 50 Railroad Ave, as amended
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard provide in writing their comments to MassHousing regarding the proposed Windsor at Millbrook Village 40B project located at 50 Railroad Ave, as amended. Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Adjourn the meeting in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioners, with the intent of re-convening as the Selectboard afterward
That the Selectboard adjourn the meeting in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioners, with the intent of re-convening as the Selectboard afterward
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Selectboard adjourn the meeting in order to meet as the Water & Sewer Commissioners, with the intent of re-convening as the Selectboard afterward. Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Instruct the Treasurer to collect the total amount of $28,338.65 for water charges for Commitment M-2023-1
That the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners instruct the Treasurer to collect the total amount of $28,338.65 for water charges for Commitment M-2023-1
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners instruct the Treasurer to collect the total amount of $28,338.65 for water charges for Commitment M-2023-1. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Adjourn and re-convene as the Selectboard
That the Water & Sewer Commissioners adjourn and re-convene as the Selectboard
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that the Water & Sewer Commissioners adjourn and re-convene as the Selectboard. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Ms. Doris Collins (Duxbury Art Complex Museum): a One-Day Wine & Malt License to hold an artist reception on Sunday, February 19, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Art Complex Museum,...
That Ms. Doris Collins, as a representative of the Duxbury Art Complex Museum, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License to hold an artist reception on Sunday, February 19, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Art Complex Museum, 189 Alden Street, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved that Ms. Doris Collins, as a representative of the Duxbury Art Complex Museum, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License to hold an artist reception on Sunday, February 19, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Art Complex Museum, 189 Alden Street, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Ms. Sharon Cronin (Friends of the Council on Aging): permission to hold the 11th Annual Duxbury Half Marathon to raise money for the Senior Center's Programs, on Saturday, April 1% at...
Ms. Sharon Cronin, as a representative of the Friends of the Council on Aging, is granted permission to hold the 11th Annual Duxbury Half Marathon to raise money for the Senior Center's Programs, on Saturday, April 1% at 7:00 AM (with a 7:30 AM race start), beginning and ending at the Duxbury Senior Center, contingent upon the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved Ms. Sharon Cronin, as a representative of the Friends of the Council on Aging, is granted permission to hold the 11th Annual Duxbury Half Marathon to raise money for the Senior Center's Programs, on Saturday, April 1% at 7:00 AM (with a 7:30 AM race start), beginning and ending at the Duxbury Senior Center, contingent upon the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Mr. Flynn _ Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Grant to Ms. Katherine Hunt (Community Garden Club of Duxbury): permission to hold a Plant sale fundraiser outdoors in the rear parking lot at the Duxbury Senior Center on Saturday, May 20, 2023...
Ms. Katherine Hunt, as a representative of the Community Garden Club of Duxbury, is granted permission to hold a Plant sale fundraiser outdoors in the rear parking lot at the Duxbury Senior Center on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 9:00AM to 12 Noon (with preparations on Friday, May 19 and a rain date of May 21%, contingent upon the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved Ms. Katherine Hunt, as a representative of the Community Garden Club of Duxbury, is granted permission to hold a Plant sale fundraiser outdoors in the rear parking lot at the Duxbury Senior Center on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 9:00AM to 12 Noon (with preparations on Friday, May 19 and a rain date of May 21%, contingent upon the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Mr. Flynn _ Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Approve the 01/04/23 (as amended) and 01/09/23 Selectboard Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
To approve the 01/04/23 (as amended) and 01/09/23 Selectboard Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved to approve the 01/04/23 (as amended) and 01/09/23 Selectboard Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Approve the 01/11/23 Selectboard Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
To approve the 01/11/23 Selectboard Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
Yes: Flynn, MacNab, McGeeAbstained: Fiorini
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved to approve the 01/11/23 Selectboard Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 3:0:1 (Cindy abstained as she was not in attendance).” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Approve the 01/09/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented
To approve the 01/09/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. McGee moved to approve the 01/09/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented. Seconded by Ms. MacNab Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: MacNab)
Declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of FEBRUARY. 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 FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) The recreational harvesting of Soft-Shelled Clams for the month of FEBRUARY. 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 FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) 3) The recreational harvesting of Soft-Shelled Clams for the month of FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D) Seconded by Mr. Flynn Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: McGee, second: Flynn)
Adjourn at approximately 8:15pm
To adjourn at approximately 8:15pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved to adjourn at approximately 8:15pm. Seconded by Ms. Macnab Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: MacNab)
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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