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March 27, 2023
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Peter Spagone Jr., Carole Julius, David Sheedy
Absent: None
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Move into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations and conducting collective bargaining sessions or contract...
To move into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations and conducting collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, Patrol Officers, Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief. and return to open session.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to move into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations and conducting collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, Patrol Officers, Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief. and return to open session, Ms. Julius seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Sheedy: Aye: Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye, Ms. Julius: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0 *The Selectmen returned to open session at 6:28 pm..” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Close public hearings
To close public hearings.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to close public hearings. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
That it is in the public interest to accept Burr Lane, Fieldcrest Landing, Jacqueline's Place, and Meadowbrook Drive as a public way
To that it is in the public interest to accept Burr Lane, Fieldcrest Landing, Jacqueline's Place, and Meadowbrook Drive as a public way.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion that it is in the public interest to accept Burr Lane, Fieldcrest Landing, Jacqueline's Place, and Meadowbrook Drive as a public way. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
APPOINTMENTS
Allow East Bridgewater Police to bring in comfort dog Morgan
To allow East Bridgewater Police to bring in comfort dog Morgan.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to allow East Bridgewater Police to bring in comfort dog Morgan. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
ACTION ITEMS
Approve minutes of the March 13, 2023, Board of Selectmen's Meeting
To approve minutes of the March 13, 2023, Board of Selectmen's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve minutes of the March 13, 2023, Board of Selectmen's Meeting. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve but not release the minutes of the March 13, 2023, Board of Selectmen's Executive Session Meeting
To approve but not release the minutes of the March 13, 2023, Board of Selectmen's Executive Session Meeting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of the March 13, 2023, Board of Selectmen's Executive Session Meeting. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve schedule change request from EBCAM
To approve schedule change request from EBCAM.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve schedule change request from EBCAM. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Appoint Ed Gannon Jr. and Jacob Edward Gannon as Animal Control Officers for the period March 15, 2023 through June 30, 2024
To appoint Ed Gannon Jr. and Jacob Edward Gannon as Animal Control Officers for the period March 15, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to appoint Ed Gannon Jr. and Jacob Edward Gannon as Animal Control Officers for the period March 15, 2023 through June 30, 2024. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Appoint Ed Gannon Jr. and Jacob Edward Gannon as Inspector of Animals for the period May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024
To appoint Ed Gannon Jr. and Jacob Edward Gannon as Inspector of Animals for the period May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to appoint Ed Gannon Jr. and Jacob Edward Gannon as Inspector of Animals for the period May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve the request from Fire Chief, Timothy Harhen for the quarterly Ambulance Billing Abatements through March 2023 in the amount of $33,159.22
To approve the request from Fire Chief, Timothy Harhen for the quarterly Ambulance Billing Abatements through March 2023 in the amount of $33,159.22.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve the request from Fire Chief, Timothy Harhen for the quarterly Ambulance Billing Abatements through March 2023 in the amount of $33,159.22. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve the request from Lenore Christensen of the East Bridgewater Garden Club to put a sign on municipal property and use of electronic sign from May 20, 2023 through May 27, 2023 to advertise...
To approve the request from Lenore Christensen of the East Bridgewater Garden Club to put a sign on municipal property and use of electronic sign from May 20, 2023 through May 27, 2023 to advertise Garden Club Plant Sale.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve the request from Lenore Christensen of the East Bridgewater Garden Club to put a sign on municipal property and use of electronic sign from May 20, 2023 through May 27, 2023 to advertise Garden Club Plant Sale. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve the request from Lenore Christensen of the East Bridgewater Garden Club for the use of the Town Hall Parking Lot and Green for the purpose of a "Plant / Garden Sale". Funds support High...
To approve the request from Lenore Christensen of the East Bridgewater Garden Club for the use of the Town Hall Parking Lot and Green for the purpose of a "Plant / Garden Sale". Funds support High School scholarship and activities of the club. Set up: Friday, May 26, 2023. Day of Event: Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Rain date: Sunday, May 28, 2023.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve the request from Lenore Christensen of the East Bridgewater Garden Club for the use of the Town Hall Parking Lot and Green for the purpose of a "Plant / Garden Sale". Funds support High School scholarship and activities of the club. Set up: Friday, May 26, 2023. Day of Event: Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Rain date: Sunday, May 28, 2023. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve the request from the Southeastern Regional Service Group to award contracts to the bidders listed under SERSG DPW Services IFB for a twelve-month period commencing on March 1, 2023
To approve the request from the Southeastern Regional Service Group to award contracts to the bidders listed under SERSG DPW Services IFB for a twelve-month period commencing on March 1, 2023.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve the request from the Southeastern Regional Service Group to award contracts to the bidders listed under SERSG DPW Services IFB for a twelve-month period commencing on March 1, 2023. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
Approve to place a historical sign at the old grave yard and at Sachem Rock Farm
To approve to place a historical sign at the old grave yard and at Sachem Rock Farm.
From the minutes
“Selectman Sheedy made a motion to approve to place a historical sign at the old grave yard and at Sachem Rock Farm. Seconded by Selectman Julius. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Sheedy, second: Julius)
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