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January 29, 2024
16 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Cynthia Ladd Fiorini, Michael McGee, Amy M. MacNab, Brian E. Glennon, II, Fernando Guitart
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Fernando Guitart arrived late (7:15pm).
Every vote, in order
Open the aquaculture float license public hearing advertised in the Duxbury Clipper on January 10, 2024 regarding aquaculture float license renewal applications from the aquaculture grant holders...
That the Selectboard open the aquaculture float license public hearing advertised in the Duxbury Clipper on January 10, 2024 regarding aquaculture float license renewal applications from the aquaculture grant holders named in the notice
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard open the aquaculture float license public hearing advertised in the Duxbury Clipper on January 10, 2024 regarding aquaculture float license renewal applications from the aquaculture grant holders named in the notice. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Mr. McGee-aye; Ms. MacNab-aye; Mr. Guitart-aye; Mr. Glenmon-aye; and Ms. Ladd Fiorini-aye (via remote).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the float license renewal applications submitted by the following applicants: Ursula Balmer, Arthur Bennett, William Bennett, Mark Bouthillier, Brad Doyle, Scott Doyle, Michael George,...
That the Selectboard approve the float license renewal applications submitted by the following applicants: Ursula Balmer, Arthur Bennett, William Bennett, Mark Bouthillier, Brad Doyle, Scott Doyle, Michael George, Stephen Gilbert, Joseph Grady, Christian Horne, Robert Knecht, Benjamin Lloyd, Victoria Lloyd, William McCormick, Donald Merry, Gregory Mortis, Christopher Phillips, Joseph Pierce, Peter Prime, Christopher Sherman, Kevin Thomson, and Brian Zec and, as required by MGL 130 sec 57-68, grant permission to conduct activities as outlined by the Management Plan- (Designated Aquaculture Area, Federal Anchorage, DBMS Upweller- Aquaculture Float) pending all Federal, State, and local reviews and approvals
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard approve the float license renewal applications submitted by the following applicants: Ursula Balmer, Arthur Bennett, William Bennett, Mark Bouthillier, Brad Doyle, Scott Doyle, Michael George, Stephen Gilbert, Joseph Grady, Christian Horne, Robert Knecht, Benjamin Lloyd, Victoria Lloyd, William McCormick, Donald Merry, Gregory Mortis, Christopher Phillips, Joseph Pierce, Peter Prime, Christopher Sherman, Kevin Thomson, and Brian Zec and, as required by MGL 130 sec 57-68, grant permission to conduct activities as outlined by the Management Plan- (Designated Aquaculture Area, Federal Anchorage, DBMS Upweller- Aquaculture Float) pending all Federal, State, and local reviews and approvals. Seconded by Mr. Glennon _ Roll Call Vote: Mr. McGee-aye; Ms. MacNab-aye; Mr. Guitart-aye; Mr. Glennon-aye; and Ms. Ladd Fiorini-aye (via remote).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Close the aquaculture float license public hearing
That the Selectboard close the aquaculture float license public hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard close the aquaculture float license public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Glennon _ Roll Call Vote: Mr. McGee-aye; Ms. MacNab-aye; Mr. Guitart-aye; Mr. Glennon-aye; and Ms. Ladd Fiorini-aye (via remote).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend a total expenditure of $25,234.40 from the Eben H. Ellison Trust fund for the following: e $12,617.20 for the maintenance and upkeep of the Ellison Playgrounds; and ¢ $12,617.20 to be...
That the Selectboard recommend a total expenditure of $25,234.40 from the Eben H. Ellison Trust fund for the following: e $12,617.20 for the maintenance and upkeep of the Ellison Playgrounds; and ¢ $12,617.20 to be allocated towards the restoration or replacement of the left field wall at the Tarkiln baseball field
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, MacNab, McGeeAbstained: Guitart
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend a total expenditure of $25,234.40 from the Eben H. Ellison Trust fund for the following: e $12,617.20 for the maintenance and upkeep of the Ellison Playgrounds; and ¢ $12,617.20 to be allocated towards the restoration or replacement of the left field wall at the Tarkiln baseball field. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:1 (Mr. Guitart-abstained and Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting to Indefinitely Postpone Article #17 - Transfer of Town-Owned Properties under the control of the Selectboard to the Conservation Commission
That the Selectboard recommend to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting to Indefinitely Postpone Article #17 - Transfer of Town-Owned Properties under the control of the Selectboard to the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting to Indefinitely Postpone Article #17 - Transfer of Town-Owned Properties under the control of the Selectboard to the Conservation Commission, Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #25 - CPC: Operating Fund
That the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #25 - CPC: Operating Fund
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #25 - CPC: Operating Fund. Seconded by Mr. Glennon - Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #26 - CPC: Allocations
That the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #26 - CPC: Allocations
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #26 - CPC: Allocations. Seconded by Mr. Glennon - Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #27 - CPC: Conservation Fund
That the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #27 - CPC: Conservation Fund
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #27 - CPC: Conservation Fund. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #29 - CPC: Rehabilitation and Preservation of the Town Clock at Pilgrim Congregational Church
That the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #29 - CPC: Rehabilitation and Preservation of the Town Clock at Pilgrim Congregational Church
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #29 - CPC: Rehabilitation and Preservation of the Town Clock at Pilgrim Congregational Church. Seconded by Mr. Glennon - Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #30 - CPC: Transfer of funds to the CPA Affordable Housing Fund
That the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #30 - CPC: Transfer of funds to the CPA Affordable Housing Fund
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #30 - CPC: Transfer of funds to the CPA Affordable Housing Fund. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #31 - CPC: Open Space and Recreation Plan
That the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #31 - CPC: Open Space and Recreation Plan
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that the Selectboard recommend approval to the March 9, 2024 Town Meeting for Article #31 - CPC: Open Space and Recreation Plan. Seconded by Mr. Glennon - Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Grant to Ms. Sharon Bohan (South Shore Conservatory): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the "4 Far Cry" performance to be held at the South Shore Conservatory - Ellison Center for the Arts, 64...
That Ms. Sharon Bohan, as a representative of the South Shore Conservatory, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the "4 Far Cry" performance to be held at the South Shore Conservatory - Ellison Center for the Arts, 64 Saint George Street, on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, contingent upon the conditions of the license
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, MacNab, McGeeAbstained: Guitart
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved that Ms. Sharon Bohan, as a representative of the South Shore Conservatory, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the "4 Far Cry" performance to be held at the South Shore Conservatory - Ellison Center for the Arts, 64 Saint George Street, on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:1 (Mr.Guitart-abstained; and Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the 11/20/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended
To approve the 11/20/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, MacNab, McGeeAbstained: Guitart
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to approve the 11/20/23 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:1 (Mr. Guitart-abstained; and Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Approve the 01/08/24 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended
To approve the 01/08/24 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to approve the 01/08/24 Selectboard Open Session Minutes, as presented and/or amended. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
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 softshell clams for the month of FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D)
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab 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 softshell clams for the month of FEBRUARY. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment D) Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (Motion: MacNab, second: Glennon)
Adjourn at approximately 8:30pm
To adjourn at approximately 8:30pm
From the minutes
“Ms. MacNab moved to adjourn at approximately 8:30pm. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0 (Ms. Ladd Fiorini voted remotely).” (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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