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Theodore J. Flynn
Elected townwide · 6 terms in this record
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Board years
Record at a glance · 2017–2018 Board
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official minutes, for 2017–2018 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
- Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Flynn as present or absent at the start.
- Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
- Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
- A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
- “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.
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Attendance
At the start of 6 of 7 Select Board meetings in 2017–2018 Board.
Missed
- Jan 8, 2018 · Joint: Absent
Every meeting (7)
- Mar 10, 2018 · Regular: Present (Theodore J. Flynn was absent on Saturday morning, March 10 (Water & Sewer votes and Special Town Meeting Articles 1 and 5); he took part when the board reconvened on Monday, March 12, 2018.; Theodore J. Flynn arrived late.)
- Mar 5, 2018 · Regular: Present
- Feb 12, 2018 · Regular: Present
- Feb 5, 2018 · Regular: Present
- Jan 29, 2018 · Regular: Present
- Jan 22, 2018 · Regular: Present
- Jan 8, 2018 · Joint: Absent
Votes where members disagreed · 2017–2018 Board
Mar 10Authorize the purchase of the Williams property located on…Motion: that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners authorize the purchase…Passed Unanimous, 2 present · Flynn: Not recorded
March 10, 2018: Authorize the purchase of the Williams property located on Church Street, known as Parcel Nos. 088-022-000 and 088-038-000, in the amount of $400,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund
That the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners authorize the purchase of the Williams property located on Church Street, known as Parcel Nos. 088-022-000 and 088-038-000, in the amount of $400,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund
Theodore J. Flynn had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners authorize the purchase of the Williams property located on Church Street, known as Parcel Nos. 088-022-000 and 088-038-000, in the amount of $400,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)
Mar 10Approve the additional emergency expenses and to approve the…Motion: to approve the additional emergency expenses and to approve the revised…Passed Unanimous, 2 present · Flynn: Not recorded
March 10, 2018: Approve the additional emergency expenses and to approve the revised motion to Article 1 ~ Supplemental Appropriations - as amended
To approve the additional emergency expenses and to approve the revised motion to Article 1 ~ Supplemental Appropriations - as amended
Theodore J. Flynn had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Mr. Madigan moved to approve the additional emergency expenses and to approve the revised motion to Article 1 ~ Supplemental Appropriations - as amended. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)
Mar 10Approve Article 5, as amended, in the amount of…Motion: to approve Article 5, as amended, in the amount of $7,200Passed Unanimous, 2 present · Flynn: Not recorded
March 10, 2018: Approve Article 5, as amended, in the amount of $7,200
To approve Article 5, as amended, in the amount of $7,200
Theodore J. Flynn had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Mr. Madigan moved to approve Article 5, as amended, in the amount of $7,200. Seconded by Mr. Dahlen Vote: 2:0:0.” (Motion: Madigan, second: Dahlen)
Mar 5Support 2018 ATM Art. 46 to Amend Zoning By-Laws…Motion: that the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Art. 46 to…Failed 1–2 · Flynn: No
March 5, 2018: Support 2018 ATM Art. 46 to Amend Zoning By-Laws - Article 600 - Demolition of Historically Significant Buildings - 609.2 Definitions
That the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Art. 46 to Amend Zoning By-Laws - Article 600 - Demolition of Historically Significant Buildings - 609.2 Definitions. The Finance Committee and the Planning Board voted against it. Mr. Dahlen indicated that he is against it because it devalues someone's existing house. In the past a previous owner could say they were willing to sell their house to you, but you (the prospective new owner) go to the various boards and get your approvals and when you get your approvals and then you know what you can do. But with no transferability then the new owner would have to start again. It was mentioned that a permitted lot is always worth more than a non-permitted lot. So there is a dollar value associated with knowing what you can do
Voted: No
Yes: MadiganNo: Dahlen, Flynn
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Art. 46 to Amend Zoning By-Laws - Article 600 - Demolition of Historically Significant Buildings - 609.2 Definitions. The Finance Committee and the Planning Board voted against it. Mr. Dahlen indicated that he is against it because it devalues someone's existing house. In the past a previous owner could say they were willing to sell their house to you, but you (the prospective new owner) go to the various boards and get your approvals and when you get your approvals and then you know what you can do. But with no transferability then the new owner would have to start again. It was mentioned that a permitted lot is always worth more than a non-permitted lot. So there is a dollar value associated with knowing what you can do. Second by Mr. Madigan. VOTE: 1:2:0 (aye- Madigan; nays -Dahlen and Flynn).” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Mar 5Support 2018 ATM Art. 47 - Amend Zoning By-Laws…Motion: that the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Art. 47 -…Failed 0–3 · Flynn: No
March 5, 2018: Support 2018 ATM Art. 47 - Amend Zoning By-Laws - Article 600 - Demolition of Historically Significant Buildings - 609.3 Procedures
That the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Art. 47 - Amend Zoning By-Laws - Article 600 - Demolition of Historically Significant Buildings - 609.3 Procedures
Voted: No
No: Dahlen, Flynn, MadiganEvery member present voted no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Flynn moved that the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Art. 47 - Amend Zoning By-Laws - Article 600 - Demolition of Historically Significant Buildings - 609.3 Procedures. Second by Mr. Madigan. The Finance Committee voted not to support Article 47, which seeks to extend the demolition delay period on historically significant homes from six to 12 months. VOTE: 0:3:0.” (Motion: Flynn, second: Madigan)
Jan 22Support 2018 ATM Article 11 - Duxbury Beach Lease,…Motion: that the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Article 11 -…Passed Unanimous, 2 present · Flynn: Yes
January 22, 2018: Support 2018 ATM Article 11 - Duxbury Beach Lease, in an appropriation of in the amount of $750.000
That the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Article 11 - Duxbury Beach Lease, in an appropriation of in the amount of $750.000
Voted: Yes
Shawn Dahlen stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Madigan moved that the Board of Selectmen support 2018 ATM Article 11 - Duxbury Beach Lease, in an appropriation of in the amount of $750.000. Second by Mr. Flynn. Before the vote, Mr. Bob Hayes of Powder Point Ave addressed the Board as a representative of the DBR, Inc. regarding this article. Mr. Hayes mentioned that the DBR, Inc. has requested the increase to the beach lease amount to $750,000 citing the following factors: e Increased fiscal pressures e Significant government regulations e Decreased availability of State and Federal funds and grants The increase in the beach lease amount is to meet these pressures as the DBR, Inc. strive for the continued availability and the continue protection afforded by the beach. This is particularly the case in light of the increase in storm frequency and the decrease in outside governmental aid. Mr. Hayes mentioned that DRB, Inc. Executive Director Cris Luttazi was also present if the Board had any questions. Mr. Madigan asked "Will this (the beach lease amount) be going up again next year for be at the same amount?" Mr. Hayes said that he couldn't answer that. Mr. Flynn said that it was his understanding that the Town should expect increases of $50,000 until they reach a balance. Having heard the explanation, the Board proceeded with the vote. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Madigan -"aye" and Mr. Flynn ~- "aye".” (Motion: Madigan, second: Flynn)
Votes with no disagreement (84)
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