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October 2, 2023
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Michael McGee, Amy M. MacNab, Brian E. Glennon, II
Absent: Fernando Guitart
During the meeting:
- Michael McGee arrived late (7pm).
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session for the following purposes: Discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Duxbury DPW Employees AFSME 93 Local 1700) since an open meeting may have a...
That we go into Executive Session for the following purposes: Discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Duxbury DPW Employees AFSME 93 Local 1700) 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 Selectboard will adjourn and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after completion of this Executive Session. "As 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."
Michael McGee had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that we go into Executive Session for the following purposes: Discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Duxbury DPW Employees AFSME 93 Local 1700) 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 Selectboard will adjourn and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm immediately after completion of this Executive Session. "As 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. Glennon _ Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
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
Michael McGee had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard adjourn the Executive Session and re-convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Ms. MacNab-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Accept the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Town of Duxbury and the Duxbury Permanent Fire Association, IAFF Local 2167, as presented, or amended
That the Selectboard accept the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Town of Duxbury and the Duxbury Permanent Fire Association, IAFF Local 2167, as presented, or amended
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard accept the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Town of Duxbury and the Duxbury Permanent Fire Association, IAFF Local 2167, as presented, or amended. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Authorize the petition to install one (1) jointly owned mid- span pole 167/29.5 on the easterly side of Keene Street, as presented, and with the condition that Verizon New England, Inc. and/or...
That the Selectboard authorize the petition to install one (1) jointly owned mid- span pole 167/29.5 on the easterly side of Keene Street, as presented, and with the condition that Verizon New England, Inc. and/or NSTAR Electric contact the Duxbury Department of Public Works at least 48-hours prior to the commencement of the project along with other conditions that may be requested by the Selectboard
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard authorize the petition to install one (1) jointly owned mid- span pole 167/29.5 on the easterly side of Keene Street, as presented, and with the condition that Verizon New England, Inc. and/or NSTAR Electric contact the Duxbury Department of Public Works at least 48-hours prior to the commencement of the project along with other conditions that may be requested by the Selectboard. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Authorize the petition for underground cable and conduit to install 200'+/- of 1-4" Schedule 40 PVC conduit on Jeremiah Drive, as presented, and with the condition that NSTAR Electric/Eversource...
That the Selectboard authorize the petition for underground cable and conduit to install 200'+/- of 1-4" Schedule 40 PVC conduit on Jeremiah Drive, as presented, and with the condition that NSTAR Electric/Eversource contact the Duxbury Department of Public Works at least 48-hours prior to the commencement of the project along with other conditions that may be requested by the Selectboard
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard authorize the petition for underground cable and conduit to install 200'+/- of 1-4" Schedule 40 PVC conduit on Jeremiah Drive, as presented, and with the condition that NSTAR Electric/Eversource contact the Duxbury Department of Public Works at least 48-hours prior to the commencement of the project along with other conditions that may be requested by the Selectboard. Seconded by Mr. Glennon - Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve and accept the Resolutions for Patricia Long and Lorrie Hall, as presented
That the Selectboard approve and accept the Resolutions for Patricia Long and Lorrie Hall, as presented
From the minutes
“Ms, MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve and accept the Resolutions for Patricia Long and Lorrie Hall, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
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
“Ms. MacNab 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 Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Instruct the Treasurer to collect the following amount for water and sewer usage charges totaling $1,101,033.97 and for water service charges totaling $700.00 for FY24 Water and Sewer Commitment #1
That the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners instruct the Treasurer to collect the following amount for water and sewer usage charges totaling $1,101,033.97 and for water service charges totaling $700.00 for FY24 Water and Sewer Commitment #1
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners instruct the Treasurer to collect the following amount for water and sewer usage charges totaling $1,101,033.97 and for water service charges totaling $700.00 for FY24 Water and Sewer Commitment #1. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Instruct the Treasurer to collect the total amount of $7,759.77 for water charges for the Supplemental Water Commitment for Utility Billing FY23, Commitment #4
That the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners instruct the Treasurer to collect the total amount of $7,759.77 for water charges for the Supplemental Water Commitment for Utility Billing FY23, Commitment #4
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners instruct the Treasurer to collect the total amount of $7,759.77 for water charges for the Supplemental Water Commitment for Utility Billing FY23, Commitment #4. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as the Selectboard
That the Board adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as the Selectboard
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Board adjourn their meeting as Water & Sewer Commissioners and re-convene as the Selectboard. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Appoint or re-appoint the following: Board / Committee Appointment/Re-appointment/Resignation Term South Shore Community Action Council Robert Hughes Re-Appointment 06-30-2026
That the Duxbury Selectboard appoint or re-appoint the following: Board / Committee Appointment/Re-appointment/Resignation Term South Shore Community Action Council Robert Hughes Re-Appointment 06-30-2026
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Duxbury Selectboard appoint or re-appoint the following: Board / Committee Appointment/Re-appointment/Resignation Term South Shore Community Action Council Robert Hughes Re-Appointment 06-30-2026 Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Grant to Ms. Susan Uitti (Duxbury Rural & Historical Society): a One-Day Wine and Malt License for their Fall Fundraiser on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM, at the Nathaniel Winsor...
That Ms. Susan Uitti, as a representative of the Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, is granted a One-Day Wine and Malt License for their Fall Fundraiser on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM, at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that Ms. Susan Uitti, as a representative of the Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, is granted a One-Day Wine and Malt License for their Fall Fundraiser on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM, at the Nathaniel Winsor Jr. House, 479 Washington Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr, Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Grant to Mr. Michael Snowdale (Stellwagen Beer Co.): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the Cancer Can't Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser Event on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the private residence...
That Mr. Michael Snowdale, as a representative of Stellwagen Beer Co., is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the Cancer Can't Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser Event on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the private residence located at 30 Bay Avenue, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that Mr. Michael Snowdale, as a representative of Stellwagen Beer Co., is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the Cancer Can't Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser Event on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the private residence located at 30 Bay Avenue, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Grant to Mr. Paul Brogna (Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Golf Tournament Reception on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Duxbury Senior Center, 10...
That Mr. Paul Brogna, as a representative of the Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Golf Tournament Reception on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Duxbury Senior Center, 10 Mayflower Street, from 5:00PM - 8:00PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that Mr. Paul Brogna, as a representative of the Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Golf Tournament Reception on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Duxbury Senior Center, 10 Mayflower Street, from 5:00PM - 8:00PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote. 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Grant to Mr. Erik Christensen (ALS One): a One- Day Wine & Malt License for the ALS One / Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser Event on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the DuxPlex located at 50 Railroad...
That Mr. Erik Christensen, as a representative of ALS One, is granted a One- Day Wine & Malt License for the ALS One / Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser Event on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the DuxPlex located at 50 Railroad Avenue from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that Mr. Erik Christensen, as a representative of ALS One, is granted a One- Day Wine & Malt License for the ALS One / Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser Event on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the DuxPlex located at 50 Railroad Avenue from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Grant to Ms. Meredith Habgood (Duxbury Newcomers' Club): permission to hold their annual Halloween Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat Event from 3:00pm - 5:00 pm on Saturday, October 28, 2023 (Rain Date:...
That Ms. Meredith Habgood, as a representative of the Duxbury Newcomers' Club, is granted permission to hold their annual Halloween Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat Event from 3:00pm - 5:00 pm on Saturday, October 28, 2023 (Rain Date: Sunday October 29, 2023), at participating businesses located in Halls Corner, Brothers Marketplace Plaza, and Depot Street Marketplace, contingent upon the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that Ms. Meredith Habgood, as a representative of the Duxbury Newcomers' Club, is granted permission to hold their annual Halloween Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat Event from 3:00pm - 5:00 pm on Saturday, October 28, 2023 (Rain Date: Sunday October 29, 2023), at participating businesses located in Halls Corner, Brothers Marketplace Plaza, and Depot Street Marketplace, contingent upon the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the 09/18/23 Selectboard's Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
To approve the 09/18/23 Selectboard's Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to approve the 09/18/23 Selectboard's Executive Session Minutes, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by---- Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab)
Approve the 08/07/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended
To approve the 08/07/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended. Seconded by
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to approve the 08/07/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended. Seconded by---- Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab)
Adjourn at approximately 8:20pm
To adjourn at approximately 8:20pm
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to adjourn at approximately 8:20pm. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
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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