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East Bridgewater Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

June 21, 2023

11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Carole Julius, David Sheedy, Peter Spagone Jr.

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

ACTION ITEMS

Approve the DPW reorganization / restructure request from DPW Director, John Haines

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the DPW reorganization / restructure request from DPW Director, John Haines. Salary rates for the following positions effective July 1, 2023. Facilities and Grounds Manager $110,000.00 annual salary, Water and Sewer Superintendent, including, Utilities and Stormwater $120,000.00 annual salary, DPW Business Manager - $80,000.00 annual Salary. These positions will no longer receive additional stipends as they are included in the job description and salary. Employment agreements are currently under review.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the DPW reorganization / restructure request from DPW Director, John Haines. Salary rates for the following positions effective July 1, 2023. Facilities and Grounds Manager $110,000.00 annual salary, Water and Sewer Superintendent, including, Utilities and Stormwater $120,000.00 annual salary, DPW Business Manager - $80,000.00 annual Salary. These positions will no longer receive additional stipends as they are included in the job description and salary. Employment agreements are currently under review. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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Accept Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 ("the Act"), a local option allowing a one-time increase to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) granted to retirees in FY 2023, from 3% to 5% of SELECT...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 ("the Act"), a local option allowing a one-time increase to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) granted to retirees in FY 2023, from 3% to 5% of SELECT BOARD MINUTES 6.21.2023 The Systems $16,000 COLA base.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to accept Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 ("the Act"), a local option allowing a one-time increase to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) granted to retirees in FY 2023, from 3% to 5% of SELECT BOARD MINUTES 6.21.2023 The Systems $16,000 COLA base. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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Accept the resignation from Sam Malafronte of the Conservation Commission effective immediately

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the resignation from Sam Malafronte of the Conservation Commission effective immediately.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to accept the resignation from Sam Malafronte of the Conservation Commission effective immediately. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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Approve a one-day alcohol and one-day entertainment permit for be; 626 Bedford Street for an open mic event July 22, 2023, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm pending department head approvals

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve a one-day alcohol and one-day entertainment permit for be; 626 Bedford Street for an open mic event July 22, 2023, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm pending department head approvals.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve a one-day alcohol and one-day entertainment permit for be; 626 Bedford Street for an open mic event July 22, 2023, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm pending department head approvals. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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Approve the reappointment of Michael White as Assistant Building Inspector effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the reappointment of Michael White as Assistant Building Inspector effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the reappointment of Michael White as Assistant Building Inspector effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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Approve the reappointment of Paul L. Connell to the Patriotic Activities Committee effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the reappointment of Paul L. Connell to the Patriotic Activities Committee effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the reappointment of Paul L. Connell to the Patriotic Activities Committee effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

ADDITIONAL ACTION ITEMS

Approve the reappointment of George Jouvin to the Finance Committee effective July 1, 2023- June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the reappointment of George Jouvin to the Finance Committee effective July 1, 2023- June 30, 2026.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the reappointment of George Jouvin to the Finance Committee effective July 1, 2023- June 30, 2026. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Accept the resignation from Jonathan Babcock to the Arts Council effective June 12, 2023

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the resignation from Jonathan Babcock to the Arts Council effective June 12, 2023.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to accept the resignation from Jonathan Babcock to the Arts Council effective June 12, 2023. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve signage request from Dawn Currier of Union Congregational Church to put up signs on municipal property for meat raffle and 50/50 event that will take place at Adria's Restaurant on July...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve signage request from Dawn Currier of Union Congregational Church to put up signs on municipal property for meat raffle and 50/50 event that will take place at Adria's Restaurant on July 16, 2023, from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve signage request from Dawn Currier of Union Congregational Church to put up signs on municipal property for meat raffle and 50/50 event that will take place at Adria's Restaurant on July 16, 2023, from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve signage request from Dawn Currier of Union Congregational Church to put up signs on municipal property for a comedy night event that will take place at Union Congregational Church on...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve signage request from Dawn Currier of Union Congregational Church to put up signs on municipal property for a comedy night event that will take place at Union Congregational Church on August 19, 2023, at 8:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve signage request from Dawn Currier of Union Congregational Church to put up signs on municipal property for a comedy night event that will take place at Union Congregational Church on August 19, 2023, at 8:00 pm. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the request from the EBBA to use the electronic sign to advertise, based on availability

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request from the EBBA to use the electronic sign to advertise, based on availability.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from the EBBA to use the electronic sign to advertise, based on availability. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

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