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January 22, 2024
29 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Michael McGee, Amy M. MacNab, Fernando Guitart, Brian E. Glennon, II
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session for the following purpose: To discuss prospective litigation strategy since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town; and, if...
That we go into Executive Session for the following purpose: To discuss prospective litigation strategy since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating 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 immediately after the completion of this Executive Session and will convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm. "Ms. Ladd Fiorini, as Chair, declared the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss prospective litigation strategy as to do so in Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's strategizing and litigating position."
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, Guitart, McGeeThe roll call names Amy M. MacNab but gives no vote, so this member is left out.
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that we go into Executive Session for the following purpose: To discuss prospective litigation strategy since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating 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 immediately after the completion of this Executive Session and will convene in Open Session on or about 7:00pm. "Ms. Ladd Fiorini, as Chair, declared the necessity for an Executive Session to discuss prospective litigation strategy as to do so in Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's strategizing and litigating position." Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab; Mr. Guitart-Aye; and Mr. Glennon-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Open the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for the following departments: Assessors, Cemetery, COA, Fire, Police, Municipal Services, Town Clerk, and Water
That the Selectboard open the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for the following departments: Assessors, Cemetery, COA, Fire, Police, Municipal Services, Town Clerk, and Water
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard open the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for the following departments: Assessors, Cemetery, COA, Fire, Police, Municipal Services, Town Clerk, and Water. Seconded by Mr. Glennon - Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glermon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the elimination of the proposed three fees by the Assessors Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the elimination of the proposed three fees by the Assessors Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, effective January 1, 2024
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, Guitart, McGeeAbstained: MacNab
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the elimination of the proposed three fees by the Assessors Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, effective January 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab- Abstained; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye (Ms, MacNab abstained as she is related to a member of the Board of Assessors).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the fee changes proposed by the Cemetery Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Cemetery Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Cemetery Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee- Aye; Ms, MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr, Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the fee changes proposed by the Council on Aging, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Council on Aging, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Council on Aging, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024, Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee- Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the fee changes proposed by the Police Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Police Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Police Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee- Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the fee changes proposed by the Fire Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Fire Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Fire Department, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon _ Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee- Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the fee changes proposed by the Town Clerk, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Town Clerk, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Town Clerk, as presented, and as recommended by the Fiscal Advisory Committee, with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon _ Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee- Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr, Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the fee changes proposed by the Water & Sewer Superintendent, as presented and as amended ($7,000 from 5/8" to 1 4"), and with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
That the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Water & Sewer Superintendent, as presented and as amended ($7,000 from 5/8" to 1 4"), and with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the fee changes proposed by the Water & Sewer Superintendent, as presented and as amended ($7,000 from 5/8" to 1 4"), and with new fees starting effective January 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Close the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes
That the Selectboard close the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard close the public hearing regarding proposed fee changes. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr, Glermon-Aye; and Mr. Guitart-Aye.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve of the Intermunicipal Agreement for Emergency Motor Vehicle Technician Services between the Towns of Easton and Duxbury, as presented
That the Selectboard approve of the Intermunicipal Agreement for Emergency Motor Vehicle Technician Services between the Towns of Easton and Duxbury, as presented
From the minutes
“motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve of the Intermunicipal Agreement for Emergency Motor Vehicle Technician Services between the Towns of Easton and Duxbury, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the use of $1,555,078 in ARPA funds, as presented in the memo from Mary MacKinnon, dated January 22, 2024
To approve the use of $1,555,078 in ARPA funds, as presented in the memo from Mary MacKinnon, dated January 22, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms, MacNab moved to approve the use of $1,555,078 in ARPA funds, as presented in the memo from Mary MacKinnon, dated January 22, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve and execute an Acceptance of Deed for the conveyance of a small drainage parcel of land located at 0 Forest Street and identified as Parcel] #022-940-039 from Kevin Sealund to the Town of...
That the Selectboard approve and execute an Acceptance of Deed for the conveyance of a small drainage parcel of land located at 0 Forest Street and identified as Parcel] #022-940-039 from Kevin Sealund to the Town of Duxbury for consideration of $1.00 (one dollar), as presented
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve and execute an Acceptance of Deed for the conveyance of a small drainage parcel of land located at 0 Forest Street and identified as Parcel] #022-940-039 from Kevin Sealund to the Town of Duxbury for consideration of $1.00 (one dollar), as presented. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Adopt the Order of Relocation of Layout of Washington Street as follows: Whereas the Selectboard of the Town of Duxbury, acting pursuant to G.L. c. 82, §§21-24, having deemed that common...
That the Selectboard Adopt the Order of Relocation of Layout of Washington Street as follows: Whereas the Selectboard of the Town of Duxbury, acting pursuant to G.L. c. 82, §§21-24, having deemed that common convenience and necessity require the relocation of the layout as a public way of Washington Street, hereby relocates the layout of Washington Street as a town way as shown on the plan referenced below, and Whereas the boundaries of said way as relocated are shown on a plan entitled "Relocation Right of Way Plan Washington Street Duxbury, Massachusetts," dated August 18, 2023, prepared by Merrill Engineers and Land Surveyors (18 sheets), which plan was referred to the Planning Board and which plan is hereby adopted as a part of this order, and all land lying within the above described boundaries of Washington Street is hereby laid out as a town way. The aforementioned relocation plan is hereby forwarded to the Town Clerk for filing and the foregoing relocated layout is hereby reported to the Town for acceptance. Adopted: January 22, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard Adopt the Order of Relocation of Layout of Washington Street as follows: Whereas the Selectboard of the Town of Duxbury, acting pursuant to G.L. c. 82, §§21-24, having deemed that common convenience and necessity require the relocation of the layout as a public way of Washington Street, hereby relocates the layout of Washington Street as a town way as shown on the plan referenced below, and Whereas the boundaries of said way as relocated are shown on a plan entitled "Relocation Right of Way Plan Washington Street Duxbury, Massachusetts," dated August 18, 2023, prepared by Merrill Engineers and Land Surveyors (18 sheets), which plan was referred to the Planning Board and which plan is hereby adopted as a part of this order, and all land lying within the above described boundaries of Washington Street is hereby laid out as a town way. The aforementioned relocation plan is hereby forwarded to the Town Clerk for filing and the foregoing relocated layout is hereby reported to the Town for acceptance. Adopted: January 22, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the petition presented by Verizon New England, Inc. and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy requesting to place (1) jointly owned pole - 9311/244.5 - at 236 Oak Street subject...
To approve the petition presented by Verizon New England, Inc. and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy requesting to place (1) jointly owned pole - 9311/244.5 - at 236 Oak Street subject to the following conditions: 1. The petitioner or his assign shall notify both the Department of Public Works and Dig Safe prior to commencing the work; 2. A Road Opening Permit application shall be filed with the Department of Public Works before the start of work. Construction shall not commence until a Road Opening Permit is issued. The petitioner shall comply with all Road Opening Regulations; 3. The proposed pole location shall be staked out prior to installation for review and approval by the Department of Public Works; 4. Any proposed tree trimming or removal within the roadway layout must be approved by the Tree Warden prior to the start of construction; 5. When the placement of poles is within 10-feet of the edge of roadway, sufficient clearance must be provided to accommodate the pedestrian path of travel; 6. The petitioner shall notify public and private utility companies prior to the commencement of construction; 7. The placement of the pole shall minimize impacts to abutting properties, including access and sight distance of existing driveways, as applicable; 8. The petitioner shall notify abutters regarding the location of the pole and the distance to their driveways; 9. The petitioner shall restore all disturbed areas to existing conditions; 10. The duration of doubl
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, Guitart, McGeeAbstained: MacNab
From the minutes
“motion: Ms. MacNab moved to approve the petition presented by Verizon New England, Inc. and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy requesting to place (1) jointly owned pole - 9311/244.5 - at 236 Oak Street subject to the following conditions: 1. The petitioner or his assign shall notify both the Department of Public Works and Dig Safe prior to commencing the work; 2. A Road Opening Permit application shall be filed with the Department of Public Works before the start of work. Construction shall not commence until a Road Opening Permit is issued. The petitioner shall comply with all Road Opening Regulations; 3. The proposed pole location shall be staked out prior to installation for review and approval by the Department of Public Works; 4. Any proposed tree trimming or removal within the roadway layout must be approved by the Tree Warden prior to the start of construction; 5. When the placement of poles is within 10-feet of the edge of roadway, sufficient clearance must be provided to accommodate the pedestrian path of travel; 6. The petitioner shall notify public and private utility companies prior to the commencement of construction; 7. The placement of the pole shall minimize impacts to abutting properties, including access and sight distance of existing driveways, as applicable; 8. The petitioner shall notify abutters regarding the location of the pole and the distance to their driveways; 9. The petitioner shall restore all disturbed areas to existing conditions; 10. The duration of double pole installations and utility transfers must be done in a responsive manner, in order to minimize obstructions within the roadway layout and maximize public safety. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:1 (Ms. MacNab abstained).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 2 - Reports
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 2 - Reports
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 2 - Reports. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 3 - Compensation of Elected Officials, with the exception of the Selectboard compensation
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 3 - Compensation of Elected Officials, with the exception of the Selectboard compensation
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 3 - Compensation of Elected Officials, with the exception of the Selectboard compensation. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 9 - Electronic Balloting
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 9 - Electronic Balloting
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 9 - Electronic Balloting. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 11 - Fourth of July Appropriation
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 11 - Fourth of July Appropriation
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, Guitart, McGeeAbstained: MacNab
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 11 - Fourth of July Appropriation. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:1 (Ms. MacNab abstained).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 12 - Educational Cable Access and Technology
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 12 - Educational Cable Access and Technology
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 12 - Educational Cable Access and Technology. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 13 - North Hill Country Club Management Lease
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 13 - North Hill Country Club Management Lease
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 13 - North Hill Country Club Management Lease. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 18 - Acceptance of M.G.L. to Allow Trust Funds to be Invested via the MA Prudent Investor Act
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 18 - Acceptance of M.G.L. to Allow Trust Funds to be Invested via the MA Prudent Investor Act
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 18 - Acceptance of M.G.L. to Allow Trust Funds to be Invested via the MA Prudent Investor Act. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 19 - General By-Law Amendment to Section 1.4.5 - "Authorized Revolving Funds."
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 19 - General By-Law Amendment to Section 1.4.5 - "Authorized Revolving Funds."
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 19 - General By-Law Amendment to Section 1.4.5 - "Authorized Revolving Funds." Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 22 - Town of Duxbury Support of Offsite Storage Nuclear Fuel
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 22 - Town of Duxbury Support of Offsite Storage Nuclear Fuel
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 22 - Town of Duxbury Support of Offsite Storage Nuclear Fuel. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 23 - Proposed Acceptance of Cooper Hill Road as a Town Way
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 23 - Proposed Acceptance of Cooper Hill Road as a Town Way
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 23 - Proposed Acceptance of Cooper Hill Road as a Town Way. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 24 - Proposed Relocation of the Layout of Washington Street as a Town Way, as amended
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 24 - Proposed Relocation of the Layout of Washington Street as a Town Way, as amended
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 24 - Proposed Relocation of the Layout of Washington Street as a Town Way, as amended. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 32 - Rescind Article 16 from the March 2023 Annual Town Meeting which Established a Climate Action Planning Task Force
That the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 32 - Rescind Article 16 from the March 2023 Annual Town Meeting which Established a Climate Action Planning Task Force
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to Annual Town Meeting of Article 32 - Rescind Article 16 from the March 2023 Annual Town Meeting which Established a Climate Action Planning Task Force. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Close the March 9, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant subject to the inclusion of finalized figures to be included in Article 5, Operating Budget, and Article 6, Capital Budget, prior to publication...
That the Selectboard vote to close the March 9, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant subject to the inclusion of finalized figures to be included in Article 5, Operating Budget, and Article 6, Capital Budget, prior to publication and posting
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard vote to close the March 9, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant subject to the inclusion of finalized figures to be included in Article 5, Operating Budget, and Article 6, Capital Budget, prior to publication and posting. Seconded by Mr. Glernmon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Adjourn at approximately 9:45pm
To adjourn at approximately 9:45pm
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to adjourn at approximately 9:45pm. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (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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