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

July 5, 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

EAST BRIDGEWATER, MASS.

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...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

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, DPW Director, Dispatchers, Patrol Officers, Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief and return to open session.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. 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, DPW Director, Dispatchers, Patrol Officers, Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief and return to open session. Mr. Sheedy seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Sheedy: Aye, Ms. Julius: Aye, Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

ACTION ITEMS

Approve the education incentive for Olivia Verhaegen and to be retroactive from the date the grievance was filed, March 9, 2023, based on classes taken related to government, management, and...

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the education incentive for Olivia Verhaegen and to be retroactive from the date the grievance was filed, March 9, 2023, based on classes taken related to government, management, and accounting.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the education incentive for Olivia Verhaegen and to be retroactive from the date the grievance was filed, March 9, 2023, based on classes taken related to government, management, and accounting. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the contract for DPW Director John Haines for the period July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the contract for DPW Director John Haines for the period July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the contract for DPW Director John Haines for the period July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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Approve the employment agreements for Lynn Lundberg, Brian Kiely, and Jason Trepanier and to increase the vacation time for Lynn Lundberg to 20 days a year based on rewarding and retaining the...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the employment agreements for Lynn Lundberg, Brian Kiely, and Jason Trepanier and to increase the vacation time for Lynn Lundberg to 20 days a year based on rewarding and retaining the employee.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the employment agreements for Lynn Lundberg, Brian Kiely, and Jason Trepanier and to increase the vacation time for Lynn Lundberg to 20 days a year based on rewarding and retaining the employee. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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

Approve amendment to the October 2021 Agreement for Engineering Services by and between the Town of East Bridgewater and Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve amendment to the October 2021 Agreement for Engineering Services by and between the Town of East Bridgewater and Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve amendment to the October 2021 Agreement for Engineering Services by and between the Town of East Bridgewater and Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. 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 Line-item transfers as printed

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the Line-item transfers as printed.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the Line-item transfers as printed. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

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

Transfer to

Appoint Rebecca Johnson as the Delegate of Procurement Powers in the absence of the Chief Procurement Officer, Charlie Seelig

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Rebecca Johnson as the Delegate of Procurement Powers in the absence of the Chief Procurement Officer, Charlie Seelig.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to appoint Rebecca Johnson as the Delegate of Procurement Powers in the absence of the Chief Procurement Officer, Charlie Seelig. 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 Event Permit from James Stoffel of East Bridgewater Business Association for the use of the Town Common for EBBA Expo 2023 to highlight East Bridgewater Businesses

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the Event Permit from James Stoffel of East Bridgewater Business Association for the use of the Town Common for EBBA Expo 2023 to highlight East Bridgewater Businesses. Event will be on October 7, 2023, from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Set up October 6, 2023.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the Event Permit from James Stoffel of East Bridgewater Business Association for the use of the Town Common for EBBA Expo 2023 to highlight East Bridgewater Businesses. Event will be on October 7, 2023, from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Set up October 6, 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 the Event Permit from The Commercial Club of EB for an outdoor concert on 7/15/2023 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the Event Permit from The Commercial Club of EB for an outdoor concert on 7/15/2023 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the Event Permit from The Commercial Club of EB for an outdoor concert on 7/15/2023 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 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 Professional Bartending Services for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock for a Bridal Shower on July 9, 2023, from 11am - 3pm

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request from Professional Bartending Services for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock for a Bridal Shower on July 9, 2023, from 11am - 3pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Professional Bartending Services for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock for a Bridal Shower on July 9, 2023, from 11am - 3pm. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Katie Cavanagh as Interim Town Clerk, Registrar of Voters, Record Access Officer, July 1, 2023, through May 18, 2024

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Katie Cavanagh as Interim Town Clerk, Registrar of Voters, Record Access Officer, July 1, 2023, through May 18, 2024.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to appoint Katie Cavanagh as Interim Town Clerk, Registrar of Voters, Record Access Officer, July 1, 2023, through May 18, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

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