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November 17, 2025
12 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Brian E. Glennon, II, Fernando Guitart, Michael McGee, Cynthia Ladd Fiorini
Absent: Amy M. MacNab
Every vote, in order
Go into executive session under G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss initiation of litigation regarding a paper street off North Street because the Chair has declared that discussing the matter in...
That the Selectboard go into executive session under G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss initiation of litigation regarding a paper street off North Street because the Chair has declared that discussing the matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Selectboard and with the Selectboard to adjourn upon completion of this Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved that the Selectboard go into executive session under G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss initiation of litigation regarding a paper street off North Street because the Chair has declared that discussing the matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Selectboard and with the Selectboard to adjourn upon completion of this Executive Session and reconvene in Open Session. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Roll Call Vote: Mr. Glennon-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Suspend the town article proposing a date change for the Annual Town Meeting
To suspend the town article proposing a date change for the Annual Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved to suspend the town article proposing a date change for the Annual Town Meeting Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Approve the regulatory agreement for property at 0 Keene Street (Parkside), noting it is necessary for the two affordable units to count toward the SHI since this development triggered the...
To approve the regulatory agreement for property at 0 Keene Street (Parkside), noting it is necessary for the two affordable units to count toward the SHI since this development triggered the inclusionary bylaw and the applicant opted to build two units of affordable housing, and to authorize the chair to execute the agreement as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved to approve the regulatory agreement for property at 0 Keene Street (Parkside), noting it is necessary for the two affordable units to count toward the SHI since this development triggered the inclusionary bylaw and the applicant opted to build two units of affordable housing, and to authorize the chair to execute the agreement as presented Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Renew the following list of liquor licenses and associated common victualler, innkeeper and entertainment licenses, as presented on the attached list for the year 2026, subject to satisfactory...
That the Selectboard renew the following list of liquor licenses and associated common victualler, innkeeper and entertainment licenses, as presented on the attached list for the year 2026, subject to satisfactory inspections by the Municipal Services Department, Board of Health, and Fire Department, receipt of all renewal requirements and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury, as well as any additional conditions imposed by the Selectboard as the Local Licensing Authorities
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved that the Selectboard renew the following list of liquor licenses and associated common victualler, innkeeper and entertainment licenses, as presented on the attached list for the year 2026, subject to satisfactory inspections by the Municipal Services Department, Board of Health, and Fire Department, receipt of all renewal requirements and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury, as well as any additional conditions imposed by the Selectboard as the Local Licensing Authorities. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Appoint Ms. Pauline Flynn to the Duxbury Housing Authority to fill an unexpired term ending March 2030
That the Selectboard appoint Ms. Pauline Flynn to the Duxbury Housing Authority to fill an unexpired term ending March 2030
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved that the Selectboard appoint Ms. Pauline Flynn to the Duxbury Housing Authority to fill an unexpired term ending March 2030. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Grant to Ms. Pamela Campbell Smith (Snug Harbor Community Chorus): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Scholarship Fundraiser on Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 3:00PM to 4:30PM, at the Senior...
That Ms. Pamela Campbell Smith, as a representative of the Snug Harbor Community Chorus, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Scholarship Fundraiser on Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 3:00PM to 4:30PM, at the Senior Center, Ellison Room, 10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, subject to the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved that Ms. Pamela Campbell Smith, as a representative of the Snug Harbor Community Chorus, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for their Scholarship Fundraiser on Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 3:00PM to 4:30PM, at the Senior Center, Ellison Room, 10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, subject to the conditions of the license. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Grant to Mr. Paul Schiele (42nd Parallel Brewing Co.): a One-Day Wine and Malt License for the Winterfest Event, on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the Sportworks Ltd parking...
That Mr. Paul Schiele, as a representative of 42nd Parallel Brewing Co., is granted a One-Day Wine and Malt License for the Winterfest Event, on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the Sportworks Ltd parking lot, 116 Tremont Street, Duxbury, subject to the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved that Mr. Paul Schiele, as a representative of 42nd Parallel Brewing Co., is granted a One-Day Wine and Malt License for the Winterfest Event, on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the Sportworks Ltd parking lot, 116 Tremont Street, Duxbury, subject to the conditions of the license. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Grant to Mr. Michael Staples (Saint George Street Garage): an Event Permit for the Toy Drive with Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM, at Saint George Street Garage,...
That Mr. Michael Staples, as a representative of Saint George Street Garage, is granted an Event Permit for the Toy Drive with Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM, at Saint George Street Garage, 260 Saint George Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the permit
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved that Mr. Michael Staples, as a representative of Saint George Street Garage, is granted an Event Permit for the Toy Drive with Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM, at Saint George Street Garage, 260 Saint George Street, Duxbury, contingent upon the conditions of the permit. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Approve the 11/5/25 Selectboard Executive Session minutes regarding Duxbury Energy Storage litigation, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
To approve the 11/5/25 Selectboard Executive Session minutes regarding Duxbury Energy Storage litigation, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, GuitartAbstained: McGee
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved to approve the 11/5/25 Selectboard Executive Session minutes regarding Duxbury Energy Storage litigation, with the contents to remain confidential until the need has passed. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 3:0:1 (Mr. McGee abstained).” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Approve the 11/3/25 Selectboard Open Session minutes, as presented
That the Selectboard approves the 11/3/25 Selectboard Open Session minutes, as presented
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, McGeeAbstained: Guitart
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved that the Selectboard approves the 11/3/25 Selectboard Open Session minutes, as presented. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 3:0:1 (Mr. Guitart abstained).” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial...
That the Selectboard declares a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved that the Selectboard declares a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment B & C) 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of DECEMBER. Regulations as attached. (Please see Attachment A & C) Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Adjourn at approximately 9:00pm
To adjourn at approximately 9:00pm
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved to adjourn at approximately 9:00pm. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Vote: 4:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
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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