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May 23, 2022
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Peter Spagone Jr., David Sheedy
Absent: Carole Julius
Every vote, in order
EAST BRIDGEWATER, MASS.
Nominate Peter Spagone Jr. as Chairman; Carole Julius as Vice-Chairman and David Sheedy as Clerk
To nominate Peter Spagone Jr. as Chairman; Carole Julius as Vice-Chairman and David Sheedy as Clerk.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to nominate Peter Spagone Jr. as Chairman; Carole Julius as Vice-Chairman and David Sheedy as Clerk. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
ACTION ITEMS
Approve minutes of the May 2, 2022, 6:00 pm Board of Selectmen's Meeting
To approve minutes of the May 2, 2022, 6:00 pm Board of Selectmen's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to approve minutes of the May 2, 2022, 6:00 pm Board of Selectmen's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Approve contract agreement with Melanson to perform the audits for FY22, FY23 and FY24
To approve contract agreement with Melanson to perform the audits for FY22, FY23 and FY24.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to approve contract agreement with Melanson to perform the audits for FY22, FY23 and FY24. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Approve FY23 pay rate for Public Health Nurse
To approve FY23 pay rate for Public Health Nurse.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to approve FY23 pay rate for Public Health Nurse. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Accept the resignation of Kevin M. Reilly from the Finance Committee effective May 16, 2022
To accept the resignation of Kevin M. Reilly from the Finance Committee effective May 16, 2022.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to accept the resignation of Kevin M. Reilly from the Finance Committee effective May 16, 2022. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Review signage request form from the East Bridgewater Garden Club
To review signage request form from the East Bridgewater Garden Club.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to review signage request form from the East Bridgewater Garden Club. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Review signage request form from Community Coalition for Change
To review signage request form from Community Coalition for Change.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to review signage request form from Community Coalition for Change. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Discuss of 40B endorsement and possible Local Initiative Program
To discuss of 40B endorsement and possible Local Initiative Program.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to discuss of 40B endorsement and possible Local Initiative Program. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
That the Board vote to support the Chapter 40B affordable housing project proposed by JSC Holdings LLC which is known as "Residences at Meadow Brook" and will be located at 848-906 North Bedford...
To that the Board vote to support the Chapter 40B affordable housing project proposed by JSC Holdings LLC which is known as "Residences at Meadow Brook" and will be located at 848-906 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, MA, with 160 rental units (120 market rate and 40 affordable units) and 80 home-ownership units (60 market units and 20 affordable units), under the Department of Housing and Community Development ("DHCD") Local Initiative Program ("LIP"); and to request the Town Administrator to prepare a letter of support that contains the information required by DHCD for issuance of a LIP Project Eligibility Letter, and to authorize the Chairman of the Board to execute the LIP letter of support for the Project and to forward it forthwith to DHCD.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion that the Board vote to support the Chapter 40B affordable housing project proposed by JSC Holdings LLC which is known as "Residences at Meadow Brook" and will be located at 848-906 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, MA, with 160 rental units (120 market rate and 40 affordable units) and 80 home-ownership units (60 market units and 20 affordable units), under the Department of Housing and Community Development ("DHCD") Local Initiative Program ("LIP"); and to request the Town Administrator to prepare a letter of support that contains the information required by DHCD for issuance of a LIP Project Eligibility Letter, and to authorize the Chairman of the Board to execute the LIP letter of support for the Project and to forward it forthwith to DHCD. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Discuss Juneteenth policy
To discuss Juneteenth policy.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to discuss Juneteenth policy. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
For the Town of East Bridgewater warrant Juneteenth on June 20, 2022
To for the Town of East Bridgewater warrant Juneteenth on June 20, 2022.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion for the Town of East Bridgewater warrant Juneteenth on June 20, 2022. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Approve one day alcohol request from The Sangria Lady, for a 6/16/2022 pony town parties event that will take place from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
To approve one day alcohol request from The Sangria Lady, for a 6/16/2022 pony town parties event that will take place from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Pending receipt of payment.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to approve one day alcohol request from The Sangria Lady, for a 6/16/2022 pony town parties event that will take place from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Pending receipt of payment. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Accept the resignation of Crystal Hudson from the Finance Committee effective May 23, 2022
To accept the resignation of Crystal Hudson from the Finance Committee effective May 23, 2022.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to accept the resignation of Crystal Hudson from the Finance Committee effective May 23, 2022. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Discuss input on proposed amendments to the fiscal 2023 state budget
To discuss input on proposed amendments to the fiscal 2023 state budget.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to discuss input on proposed amendments to the fiscal 2023 state budget. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
Send a letter of support on extension of remote meeting procedures and early voting reimbursement
To send a letter of support on extension of remote meeting procedures and early voting reimbursement.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to send a letter of support on extension of remote meeting procedures and early voting reimbursement. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
ADJOURN
Move into Executive Session and not return to open session
To move into Executive Session and not return to open session. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 21 (a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, COA Director, Fire Chief.
From the minutes
“Mr. Sheedy made a motion to move into Executive Session and not return to open session. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 21 (a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, COA Director, Fire Chief. Mr. Spagone Jr. seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Spagone Jr: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Spagone)
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