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August 23, 2023
9 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Carole Julius, David Sheedy, Peter Spagone Jr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
ACTION ITEMS
Appoint Michael Jenkins as Chief of Police effective August 23, 2023 through June 30, 2026 contingent upon contract negotiations
To appoint Michael Jenkins as Chief of Police effective August 23, 2023 through June 30, 2026 contingent upon contract negotiations.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to appoint Michael Jenkins as Chief of Police effective August 23, 2023 through June 30, 2026 contingent upon contract negotiations. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve proclamation of September as "International Suicide Prevention Month" and September 10th as "International Suicide Prevention Day"
To approve proclamation of September as "International Suicide Prevention Month" and September 10th as "International Suicide Prevention Day".
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve proclamation of September as "International Suicide Prevention Month" and September 10th as "International Suicide Prevention Day" . Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Designate the driveway for the Junior/Senior High School campus as "Viking Way"
To designate the driveway for the Junior/Senior High School campus as "Viking Way".
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to designate the driveway for the Junior/Senior High School campus as "Viking Way". Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the contract "as is" for Fiscal Years 2023-2025 with East Bridgewater Professional Firefighters' Association
To approve the contract "as is" for Fiscal Years 2023-2025 with East Bridgewater Professional Firefighters' Association.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the contract "as is" for Fiscal Years 2023-2025 with East Bridgewater Professional Firefighters' Association. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the request from Ryan Layton of Cub Scout Pack 28 for the use of Town Common on Saturday, September 9, 2023 for Cub Scout Recruiting Day from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm and to put signs on...
To approve the request from Ryan Layton of Cub Scout Pack 28 for the use of Town Common on Saturday, September 9, 2023 for Cub Scout Recruiting Day from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm and to put signs on municipal property for ten days prior to event.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Ryan Layton of Cub Scout Pack 28 for the use of Town Common on Saturday, September 9, 2023 for Cub Scout Recruiting Day from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm and to put signs on municipal property for ten days prior to event. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the request for a One Day Liquor License and Event Permit from East Bridgewater Commercial Club for the "Run for Jess" event on September 2, 2023 pending approvals from Police Chief and...
To approve the request for a One Day Liquor License and Event Permit from East Bridgewater Commercial Club for the "Run for Jess" event on September 2, 2023 pending approvals from Police Chief and Fire Chief.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request for a One Day Liquor License and Event Permit from East Bridgewater Commercial Club for the "Run for Jess" event on September 2, 2023 pending approvals from Police Chief and Fire Chief. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the request for a One Day Liquor License and Event Permit from East Bridgewater Commercial Club for the "Sydney Craven Scholarship Fund" event on September 23, 2023 pending approvals from...
To approve the request for a One Day Liquor License and Event Permit from East Bridgewater Commercial Club for the "Sydney Craven Scholarship Fund" event on September 23, 2023 pending approvals from Police Chief and Fire Chief.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request for a One Day Liquor License and Event Permit from East Bridgewater Commercial Club for the "Sydney Craven Scholarship Fund" event on September 23, 2023 pending approvals from Police Chief and Fire Chief. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
ADJOURN
Close open meeting and enter executive session and may return to open session
To close open meeting and enter executive session and may return to open 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 if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares; with Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, Patrol Officers, Po lice Chief, Deputy Police Chief. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye, Ms. Julius: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to close open meeting and enter executive session and may return to open 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 if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares; with Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, Patrol Officers, Po lice Chief, Deputy Police Chief. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye, Ms. Julius: Aye. All were in favor, 3 -0.” (Motion: Spagone)
Approve the amendment to Chief Paul O'brien contract as provided to us by Town Council
To approve the amendment to Chief Paul O'brien contract as provided to us by Town Council.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the amendment to Chief Paul O'brien contract as provided to us by Town Council. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
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