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March 30, 2026
21 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Brian E. Glennon, II, Amy M. MacNab, Fernando Guitart, Michael McGee, Cynthia Ladd Fiorini
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session to discuss two King Caesar Fund cases, which are of a confidential nature, as the Fund's purpose is to provide medical relief for the financially-needy residents of...
We go into Executive Session to discuss two King Caesar Fund cases, which are of a confidential nature, as the Fund's purpose is to provide medical relief for the financially-needy residents of Duxbury; and, if the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21, and the Selectboard will adjourn immediately after the completion of this Executive Session and re-convene in Open Session at or about 6:30pm. Mr. Glennon, as Chair, declared the necessity for Executive Session due to medical confidentiality regarding the King Caesar Fund case
From the minutes
“Mr. Guitart moved we go into Executive Session to discuss two King Caesar Fund cases, which are of a confidential nature, as the Fund's purpose is to provide medical relief for the financially-needy residents of Duxbury; and, if the Chair so declares, in accordance with Mass. General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21, and the Selectboard will adjourn immediately after the completion of this Executive Session and re-convene in Open Session at or about 6:30pm. Mr. Glennon, as Chair, declared the necessity for Executive Session due to medical confidentiality regarding the King Caesar Fund case. Seconded by Ms. Ladd Fiorini Roll Call Vote: Ms. MacNab-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; Mr. Guitart- Aye; Mr. McGee-Aye; and Mr. Glennon-Aye.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Fiorini)
Choose Amy MacNab as Chair
To choose Amy MacNab as Chair (nominated by Mr. Guitart)
The minutes list the nomination and the vote (5:0:0) but no seconder.
From the minutes
“Chair: Ms. Amy MacNab, nominated by Mr. Guitart, voted 5:0:0.” (Motion: MacNab)
Choose Fernando Guitart as Vice Chair
To choose Fernando Guitart as Vice Chair (nominated by Ms. MacNab)
The minutes list the nomination and the vote (5:0:0) but no seconder.
From the minutes
“Vice Chair: Mr. Fernando Guitart, nominated by Ms. MacNab, voted 5:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart)
Choose Cynthia Ladd Fiorini as Clerk
To choose Cindy Ladd Fiorini as Clerk (nominated by Mr. Glennon)
The minutes list the nomination and the vote (5:0:0) but no seconder.
From the minutes
“Clerk: Ms. Cindy Ladd Fiorini, nominated by Mr. Glennon, voted 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini)
Open the advertised public hearing for review and approval of Aquaculture License Renewal applications for Michael George and Ursula Pierce as well as the License Transfer to Nicholas Buonvicino
That the Selectboard opens the advertised public hearing for review and approval of Aquaculture License Renewal applications for Michael George and Ursula Pierce as well as the License Transfer to Nicholas Buonvicino
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard opens the advertised public hearing for review and approval of Aquaculture License Renewal applications for Michael George and Ursula Pierce as well as the License Transfer to Nicholas Buonvicino Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Approve the license renewal of Michael George, 129 Surplus Street, for Aquaculture lease #9432,3093 for ten (10) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals
That the Selectboard approves the license renewal of Michael George, 129 Surplus Street, for Aquaculture lease #9432,3093 for ten (10) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard approves the license renewal of Michael George, 129 Surplus Street, for Aquaculture lease #9432,3093 for ten (10) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Approve the license renewal of Ursula Pierce, 517 Franklin Street, for Aquaculture lease #NAE2006-1890 for ten (10) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals
That the Selectboard approves the license renewal of Ursula Pierce, 517 Franklin Street, for Aquaculture lease #NAE2006-1890 for ten (10) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard approves the license renewal of Ursula Pierce, 517 Franklin Street, for Aquaculture lease #NAE2006-1890 for ten (10) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Approve the license transfer to Nicholas Buonvicino, 50 Checkerberry Circle, for Aquaculture lease #1050A,1050B for three (3) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals
That the Selectboard approves the license transfer to Nicholas Buonvicino, 50 Checkerberry Circle, for Aquaculture lease #1050A,1050B for three (3) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard approves the license transfer to Nicholas Buonvicino, 50 Checkerberry Circle, for Aquaculture lease #1050A,1050B for three (3) years, pending all federal, state and local reviews and approvals. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Close the advertised public
That the Selectboard closes the advertised public
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard closes the advertised public. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Roll Call Vote: Ms. MacNab-Aye; Mr. Glennon-Aye; Mr. Guitart-Aye; Ms. Ladd Fiorini-Aye; and Mr. McGee-Aye.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Grant to Ms. Amanda McGee (Friends of the Duxbury Free Library): a One-Day All Alcoholic License to hold the Battle of the Book Clubs on Friday, April 10, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, at the...
That Ms. Amanda McGee, as a representative of Friends of the Duxbury Free Library, is granted a One-Day All Alcoholic License to hold the Battle of the Book Clubs on Friday, April 10, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, at the Duxbury Free Library, 77 Alden Street, Duxbury, and contingent upon the conditions of the license
Yes: Fiorini, Glennon, Guitart, MacNabThe minutes say Michael McGee recused (stepped aside), and the vote record lists Michael McGee as recused. Michael McGee stepped aside (recused) and did not vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that Ms. Amanda McGee, as a representative of Friends of the Duxbury Free Library, is granted a One-Day All Alcoholic License to hold the Battle of the Book Clubs on Friday, April 10, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, at the Duxbury Free Library, 77 Alden Street, Duxbury, and contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 4:0:1 (Mr. McGee recused himself).” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Consents to KP Law, P.C. representing the Town of Pembroke regarding an Intermunicipal Agreement for the replacement of a water main under Taylor Street and High Street, as presented
That the Selectboard consents to KP Law, P.C. representing the Town of Pembroke regarding an Intermunicipal Agreement for the replacement of a water main under Taylor Street and High Street, as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard consents to KP Law, P.C. representing the Town of Pembroke regarding an Intermunicipal Agreement for the replacement of a water main under Taylor Street and High Street, as presented. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
I move that the Selectboard permits the placing of lawn signs requested by Ms. Hunt as stated in her email dated January 28, 2026 on behalf of the Community Garden Club of Duxbury, a non-profit...
I move that the Selectboard permits the placing of lawn signs requested by Ms. Hunt as stated in her email dated January 28, 2026 on behalf of the Community Garden Club of Duxbury, a non-profit charitable organization, in accordance with the Zoning Bylaws Section 601.8.7. Exempted Signs which states "Temporary signs erected for any charitable or religious cause or allowed by the Board of Selectmen," contingent upon the following conditions: 1) Placement of signs (18" X 24") displayed at the following locations: a) Duxbury Free Library b) St. George Street Flagpole Island c) Boomer Square Island d) Island at Tobey Garden and Tremont e) Island at Chestnut Street and Tremont f) Miles Standish sign island at Chestnut Street and Tremont g) Halls Corner Rotary Island h) (2) Islands at Millbrook intersection (139 and Rte. 3A) i) Rte. 14 Rotary j) Town Green 2) Signs to be displayed during May 1 - May 22 (for ticket sales), and July 12 - July 19 (days leading up to the Garden Tour)
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved I move that the Selectboard permits the placing of lawn signs requested by Ms. Hunt as stated in her email dated January 28, 2026 on behalf of the Community Garden Club of Duxbury, a non-profit charitable organization, in accordance with the Zoning Bylaws Section 601.8.7. Exempted Signs which states "Temporary signs erected for any charitable or religious cause or allowed by the Board of Selectmen," contingent upon the following conditions: 1) Placement of signs (18" X 24") displayed at the following locations: a) Duxbury Free Library b) St. George Street Flagpole Island c) Boomer Square Island d) Island at Tobey Garden and Tremont e) Island at Chestnut Street and Tremont f) Miles Standish sign island at Chestnut Street and Tremont g) Halls Corner Rotary Island h) (2) Islands at Millbrook intersection (139 and Rte. 3A) i) Rte. 14 Rotary j) Town Green 2) Signs to be displayed during May 1 - May 22 (for ticket sales), and July 12 - July 19 (days leading up to the Garden Tour). Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Write a letter to Senator Patrick O'Connor and Representative Ken Sweezey requesting that Eversource complete the job as promised
That the Selectboard write a letter to Senator Patrick O'Connor and Representative Ken Sweezey requesting that Eversource complete the job as promised
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved that the Selectboard write a letter to Senator Patrick O'Connor and Representative Ken Sweezey requesting that Eversource complete the job as promised. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, second: Glennon)
Approve and renews the following Seasonal On-Premises Wine & Malt Beverages License issued to Duxbury Beach Park II (License #: 00034-RS-0300) effective from April 1, 2026 through November 30,...
That the Selectboard, as the Local Licensing Authority, approves and renews the following Seasonal On-Premises Wine & Malt Beverages License issued to Duxbury Beach Park II (License #: 00034-RS-0300) effective from April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026, subject to satisfactory inspection by the Town, submission of all required documents, and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard, as the Local Licensing Authority, approves and renews the following Seasonal On-Premises Wine & Malt Beverages License issued to Duxbury Beach Park II (License #: 00034-RS-0300) effective from April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026, subject to satisfactory inspection by the Town, submission of all required documents, and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Renew the Common Victualler License and General License (for Parking) issued to Duxbury Beach Park II for the year 2026, subject to Town inspections, the receipt of all renewal paperwork and...
That the Selectboard renews the Common Victualler License and General License (for Parking) issued to Duxbury Beach Park II for the year 2026, subject to Town inspections, the receipt of all renewal paperwork and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard renews the Common Victualler License and General License (for Parking) issued to Duxbury Beach Park II for the year 2026, subject to Town inspections, the receipt of all renewal paperwork and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Approve and renews the Seasonal Off-Premises All Kinds of Alcohol Beverages license issued to Duxbury Package Store, Inc. (License #: 00046-PK-0300) effective from April 1, 2026 through January...
That the Selectboard, as the Local Licensing Authority, approves and renews the Seasonal Off-Premises All Kinds of Alcohol Beverages license issued to Duxbury Package Store, Inc. (License #: 00046-PK-0300) effective from April 1, 2026 through January 15, 2027, subject to satisfactory inspection by the Town, submission of all required documents, and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury, and the conditions on the license
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard, as the Local Licensing Authority, approves and renews the Seasonal Off-Premises All Kinds of Alcohol Beverages license issued to Duxbury Package Store, Inc. (License #: 00046-PK-0300) effective from April 1, 2026 through January 15, 2027, subject to satisfactory inspection by the Town, submission of all required documents, and payment of all funds/fees owed to the Town of Duxbury, and the conditions on the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Appoint the following: Board/Committee Appointment/ Term Term Re-appointment/ Expiration Resignation Duxbury Bay Management Commission Peter Quigley Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs McKenzie Thompson...
That the Selectboard appoints the following: Board/Committee Appointment/ Term Term Re-appointment/ Expiration Resignation Duxbury Bay Management Commission Peter Quigley Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs McKenzie Thompson Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs Dax Gunther Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard appoints the following: Board/Committee Appointment/ Term Term Re-appointment/ Expiration Resignation Duxbury Bay Management Commission Peter Quigley Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs McKenzie Thompson Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs Dax Gunther Appointment 6/30/2029 3yrs Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Grant to Ms. Abigail MacDonald (South Shore Conservatory): a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the Duxbury Music Festival Spring Preview Concert to be held at the South Shore Conservatory - Ellison...
That Ms. Abigail MacDonald, as a representative of the South Shore Conservatory, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the Duxbury Music Festival Spring Preview Concert to be held at the South Shore Conservatory - Ellison Center for the Arts, 64 Saint George Street, on Sunday, April 25, 2026 from 4:00pm to 8:30pm, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that Ms. Abigail MacDonald, as a representative of the South Shore Conservatory, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License for the Duxbury Music Festival Spring Preview Concert to be held at the South Shore Conservatory - Ellison Center for the Arts, 64 Saint George Street, on Sunday, April 25, 2026 from 4:00pm to 8:30pm, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Grant to Mr. Paul Brogna (Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging): a One-Day Wine & Malt License to hold a Volunteer Appreciation event on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at The Center (f/k/a the Duxbury...
That Mr. Paul Brogna, as a representative of the Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging, is granted a One-Day Wine & Malt License to hold a Volunteer Appreciation event on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at The Center (f/k/a the Duxbury Senior Center), Ellison Room, at 10 Mayflower Street, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini 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 to hold a Volunteer Appreciation event on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at The Center (f/k/a the Duxbury Senior Center), Ellison Room, at 10 Mayflower Street, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, contingent upon the conditions of the license. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Declare a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of April in accordance with the attached regulations. 2) The commercial harvesting of...
That the Selectboard declares a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of April in accordance with the attached regulations. 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of April in accordance with the attached regulations
From the minutes
“Ms. Ladd Fiorini moved that the Selectboard declares a temporary Bonus Shellfish Season for: 1) The commercial harvesting of softshell clams for the month of April in accordance with the attached regulations. 2) The commercial harvesting of quahog clams for the month of April in accordance with the attached regulations. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Fiorini, second: Glennon)
Adjourn the Selectboard at approximately 9:30pm
To adjourn the Selectboard at approximately 9:30pm
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Guitart moved to adjourn the Selectboard at approximately 9:30pm. Seconded by Mr. Glennon Vote: 5:0:0.” (Motion: Guitart, 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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